Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: CFC 460: Rivers v Urameshi
Date: Feb 16, 2022

#R1#
Urameshi takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Rivers throws a lazy body kick
and Rivers takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rivers tests Urameshi's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Urameshi on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Rivers. Rivers obviously looking to wear him down.
Urameshi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rivers.
Rivers misses the jab.
Urameshi digs a good body shot into Rivers's ribs.
Urameshi misses with an uppercut. Rivers saw that one coming.
Rivers is looking to clinch.
Urameshi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rivers.
Rivers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Urameshi manages to avoid it.
Urameshi throws a hook to the side of Rivers's head but Rivers sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rivers appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
We've been informed that Urameshi 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.
Rivers throws a shot from downtown. Urameshi moves away and avoids it.
Urameshi with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rivers throws a series of strikes that have Urameshi backpedaling.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Urameshi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Urameshi takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A jab from Rivers misses.
Urameshi is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Rivers with a body shot.
Urameshi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rivers.
Rivers throws an overhand right that lands on Urameshi's shoulder, as Urameshi tries to avoid the shot.
Urameshi misses the jab.
Rivers is looking to score with low kicks.
Urameshi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rivers is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rivers definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tom Rivers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rivers throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Urameshi to counter with a crisp jab.
Urameshi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rivers throws the kick towards the body but Urameshi avoids it.
Rivers avoids the body shot from Urameshi.
A slow jab from Urameshi misses its intended target. #T2#
Urameshi misses with a lunging right hand
and Rivers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rivers slips a jab from Urameshi.
Rivers chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Rivers pushes Urameshi away with a front kick.
Rivers takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Urameshi thuds his right hand into Rivers's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Urameshi moves out of range of the body kick from Rivers.
Urameshi takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Urameshi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Rivers blocks a jab.
Urameshi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
A big right from Urameshi misses.
Urameshi lands with a cross.
Decent striking displayed by Rivers there.#CUT#It looks like Yusuke Urameshi has been cut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rivers. Urameshi does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Urameshi misses with a hook.
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Urameshi moves away.
Rivers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Urameshi missing with a left hand there. Rivers was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Urameshi throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Urameshi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Urameshi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rivers. That's going to slow Urameshi down.
Urameshi takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
Urameshi is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Rivers had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Urameshi on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Rivers wants to slow Urameshi down by chopping away at his legs.
Rivers swings widly with a right hand
and Urameshi counters with a nice uppercut.
Rivers takes one to the side of the head.
Urameshi lands a 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!
Rivers dodges the punch combination from Urameshi.
Rivers appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Rivers lands with a shot to the body.
Urameshi's jab looks to have found its range, popping Rivers under the eye.
Rivers throws a leg kick that is checked
and Urameshi counters with a nice uppercut.
Urameshi cracks Rivers with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Rivers misses with a body kick.
Rivers takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Rivers slips under a jab from Urameshi.
Jab, jab by Rivers - just one landing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Urameshi takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Rivers throws a jab when Urameshi was well out of range.
Rivers throws a leg kick but Urameshi sees it coming and moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Yusuke Urameshi will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Yusuke Urameshi's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Good standup being displayed there by Urameshi as he connects with a hook.
Urameshi cracks Rivers with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Rivers loads up on a big right hand but Urameshi slips the punch.
Rivers throws a jab when Urameshi was well out of range.
Urameshi throws a shot to the body.
Urameshi misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Urameshi moves away from the strike by Rivers.
Urameshi works the jab nicely.
Urameshi misses with an uppercut
and Rivers counters with a three punch combo that has Urameshi backing up. Urameshi nods at Rivers to acknowledge the strikes.
Rivers wants to land a leg kick but Urameshi is out of range.
Rivers 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.
Urameshi throws a looping overhand right but Rivers ducks down to avoid it.
Urameshi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Urameshi throws a big shot that misses.
Urameshi misses with a hook
and Rivers counters with a nice uppercut.
Urameshi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1##CL#
Urameshi tries to keep at a distance but Rivers has taken the fight into the clinch.
Urameshi lands with a left to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Urameshi.
Rivers scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rivers tries a body shot but Urameshi blocks it.
A shot in the inside from Urameshi.
Urameshi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Rivers is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Urameshi is defending well for now.
Urameshi working aggressively here.
Rivers tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Urameshi tries to throw a body punch but Rivers avoids it by throwing Urameshi back against the cage.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Urameshi lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC#
Rivers pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rivers attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Urameshi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Urameshi.
Rivers slips under a jab from Urameshi.
Rivers half committed to a counter leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Urameshi. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Urameshi with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers throws a leg kick but Urameshi sees it coming and checks it nicely. #CL#
Rivers moves into the clinch successfully.
Urameshi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Rivers keeps control of Urameshi as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Rivers blocking some punches.
Rivers is working Urameshi over against the cage.
Urameshi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rivers's elbow.
Urameshi tries a body shot but Rivers blocks it.
Rivers can't find room to land a body shot as Urameshi controls the action.
A head punch on the inside from Urameshi fails to land.
Rivers tries to land knees in the clinch but Urameshi avoids the damage to the body.
Rivers misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Urameshi lands with a light punch inside.
Urameshi swings wildly with an uppercut but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rivers misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Urameshi misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3##BC2#
Urameshi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Urameshi moves forwards but Rivers connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Urameshi throws the left hand but Rivers avoids the punch easily.
A swing and a miss from Urameshi.
Urameshi takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Urameshi throws a hook but Rivers avoids it easily.
Rivers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rivers tries to land a leg kick but Urameshi saw it coming and moves away.
Urameshi looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.
Rivers avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Rivers staying out of range there.
Rivers throws a looping overhand right but Urameshi ducks down to avoid it.
Urameshi is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Rivers with a body shot.
Rivers uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Urameshi.
Rivers throws a hook but Urameshi avoids it easily.#T4#
Urameshi just misses with a punch to the body. #CL#
Rivers darts in and clinches Urameshi up against the cage.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Rivers lands a hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers blocks a body shot from Urameshi.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Urameshi can't find room to land a body shot as Rivers controls the action.
Tom Rivers has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A short right from Urameshi on the inside.
Urameshi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Urameshi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Urameshi scores with a shoulder strike.
Rivers lands a body punch.
Rivers tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Urameshi lands a body punch in the clinch. #BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rivers avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A quick step to the side and Rivers tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#CL#
Rivers instigates a clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Yusuke Urameshi will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Yusuke Urameshi'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#
Urameshi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Urameshi takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
Urameshi moves out of range of the strikes.
A countering left hand to the body from Urameshi misses.
Urameshi scores with a body shot.
A slow jab from Urameshi misses its intended target.
A little feinted left hand from Rivers on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Urameshi throws the left hand but Rivers avoids the punch easily.
Rivers throws a body punch but Urameshi moves out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rivers.
Rivers is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Urameshi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rivers throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Urameshi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rivers.#T1#
Rivers takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Urameshi connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rivers's hands.
Rivers dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Urameshi. That did some damage!
Rivers throws the left hand but Urameshi avoids the punch easily.
Urameshi appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Urameshi looks to land a left hand but Rivers moved out of range nicely.
Rivers gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Urameshi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Yusuke Urameshi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Urameshi lands a jab to Rivers's midsection.#CL#
Rivers moves into range and clinches up with Urameshi.
Rivers pushes Urameshi back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Urameshi misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Urameshi's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Urameshi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rivers.
Urameshi lands a nice hook to Rivers's body. Rivers takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T2#
Urameshi lands with a straight right. Rivers didn't see that one coming.
Urameshi misses with a wild body shot.
Rivers throws a big counter combination but Urameshi scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Rivers tries to clinch up but Urameshi circles away and keeps his distance.
A big right from Urameshi misses.
Urameshi misses with a straight left.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Rivers, as that shot connected.
Urameshi misses with a straight right.
Rivers is looking to counter punch.
Rivers looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Urameshi cracks a nice hook into Rivers's ribs.
Rivers throws out a leg kick but Urameshi moves out of range and Rivers only half commits.
Rivers swinging wildly here.
Rivers takes a swing at Urameshi's ribcage but misses. #T3#
Rivers throws a lazy right hand but Urameshi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rivers fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Urameshi checks it well.
Urameshi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rivers misses with a low kick as Urameshi jumps back.
Urameshi lands a body shot.
Urameshi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Urameshi swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Urameshi swings widly with a right hand
and Rivers counters with a stiff right hand.
Urameshi thuds a left hand into Rivers's body.
Rivers misses with an uppercut. Urameshi saw that one coming.
Rivers throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Urameshi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Urameshi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Rivers cracks Urameshi with a good jab.#CL#
Rivers gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T4#
Rivers lands with a short shot to the head.
Rivers trying to stall but Urameshi improves his position.
Urameshi lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC2#
Urameshi breaks the clinch.
Urameshi misses with a body shot.
Rivers lands a jab.
Rivers closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Rivers with a jab.
Rivers throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Rivers lands with a thumping leg kick.
Urameshi misses with an uppercut. Rivers saw that one coming.
Rivers looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rivers throws a leg kick that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Yusuke Urameshi just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Yusuke Urameshi's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Rivers rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Urameshi moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
The fighters circling - Urameshi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rivers avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rivers avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It looked like Rivers wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Urameshi misses with a straight right.
Rivers is looking to slow Urameshi down with leg kicks.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rivers.
Rivers with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Rivers misses with a double jab
and Urameshi 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.
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Urameshi moves away.
The crowd cheers as Urameshi lands an impressive looking overhand right. Rivers doesn't seem phased though.
Rivers scores with a leg kick.
Rivers doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1#
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Urameshi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rivers swings for the body but Urameshi moves out of range.
Rivers misses with a low kick.
Rivers displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Urameshi throws out the jab.
Rivers tries to score with a low kick but Urameshi moves his leg out of the way.
Urameshi let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A decent looking cross lands there for Rivers.
Urameshi lands a nice shot that snaps Rivers's head back.
Rivers is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Urameshi misses the shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Rivers misses the target.
Rivers misses with a hook. Urameshi ducked under it nicely.
Urameshi throws out a counter right but Rivers avoids it with no problem.
Rivers walks into a straight right hand from Urameshi.#T2#
Urameshi scores with a nice strike.
Urameshi jabs at Rivers's body.
Urameshi misses with a wild body shot.
Urameshi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Urameshi.
A slow jab from Urameshi misses its intended target.
Urameshi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rivers swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Rivers takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Urameshi just misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rivers fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Urameshi.
Rivers staying out of range there.
A swing and a miss from Rivers.
Urameshi's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Rivers lands a really nice looking cross but Urameshi seems unphased. #T3#
Urameshi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Rivers tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Urameshi paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A jab from Urameshi does it's job there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Urameshi. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.
Urameshi slips a jab from Rivers.
A nice side step and Urameshi releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Rivers moves out of range as Urameshi strikes.
Urameshi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Urameshi scores with a jab to the jaw.
Good exchange - Rivers coming out on top.
Rivers bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A right-left combo lands from Rivers.
Rivers tries to bum rush Urameshi with a series of wild strikes but Urameshi uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
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!
Crunch! Rivers slams his shin into Urameshi's torso.#T4#
Rivers scores with a punch to the head.
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Urameshi tests Rivers's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Urameshi throws a hook but Rivers avoids it easily.
As Urameshi backs away, Rivers returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Urameshi chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rivers can pounce on him.
Urameshi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A combination from Urameshi does no damage.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Rivers.
Urameshi slips a jab from Rivers.
Urameshi blocks a low kick nicely.
Rivers throws a shot from downtown. Urameshi moves away and avoids it.
Urameshi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rivers.
Rivers walks into a stiff left hand from Urameshi.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Yusuke Urameshi will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Yusuke Urameshi's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R5#
Rivers's jab looks to have found its range, popping Urameshi under the eye.
Urameshi's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Urameshi duly obliges.
Urameshi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Urameshi swings widly with a right hand
and Rivers counters with a nice uppercut.
Rivers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rivers ducks under a wild hook from Urameshi.
Urameshi throws a hook but Rivers blocks it.
Rivers tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Urameshi manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rivers takes a jab right on the kisser.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Urameshi digs a good hook to Rivers's body.
Rivers scores with a jab to the head.
An inside leg kick lands from Rivers.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rivers wants to slow Urameshi down by chopping away at his legs. #T1#
Urameshi cracks Rivers with an open hand slap.
Urameshi looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.
Urameshi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rivers thumps Urameshi with a low kick.
Urameshi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
The fighters circling - Urameshi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Urameshi lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Rivers scores with a body shot.
Urameshi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Urameshi checks the leg kick nicely there.
Donk. Urameshi catches Rivers right on the button with a cross.
Rivers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rivers.
Tom Rivers has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers fails in his attempt to clinch.
Rivers fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Urameshi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Urameshi misses.
A quick step to the side and Rivers tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good exchange - Urameshi coming out on top.
Urameshi throws a looping overhand right but Rivers ducks down to avoid it.
Urameshi moves out of range of the body kick from Rivers.
Urameshi misses with a body shot
and Urameshi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Urameshi connects with a body shot.
Urameshi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Urameshi throws out a powerful jab.
Urameshi throws the left hand but Rivers avoids the punch easily.#T3#
Rivers takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A jab from Rivers misses.
Urameshi throws a jab but it's blocked by Rivers.
Rivers feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Urameshi throws the left hand but Rivers avoids the punch easily.
Rivers went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A jab from Rivers finds it's way through Urameshi's defenses.
Rivers displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Urameshi throws out the jab.
Rivers missing with a left hand there. Urameshi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Urameshi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Urameshi looks to throw the jab but Rivers is out of range.
Rivers swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Urameshi connects with a good right hand that stumbles Rivers. Rivers circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Nice shot by Urameshi.#CL#
Rivers pushes Urameshi up against the cage in a clinch.
Urameshi throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers. #T4#
Urameshi throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
Rivers blocking some punches.
Rivers blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Urameshi digs a right hand underneath Rivers's ribcage. Rivers let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Rivers working aggressively here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Urameshi digs a right hand underneath Rivers's ribcage. Rivers let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A nice right hand lands inside from Urameshi.
Rivers lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Urameshi is working Rivers over against the cage.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Urameshi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Yusuke Urameshi is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Urameshi.
Rivers tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Urameshi's elbow.
Rivers doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Urameshi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Riverss head.
Rivers swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Urameshi scores with a hook to the body.
Rivers lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Urameshi.
Rivers lands a nice shot to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Rivers fails to land.

And that's the end of the fight!
Yusuke Urameshi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Urameshi 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 Donatello Bradman scores the fight 45:50
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 49:48
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 46:50

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Yusuke Urameshi!
Yusuke Urameshi is the new lightweight champion!
Yusuke Urameshi seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Tom Rivers had this to say: 'good fight'.

Event: CFC 453: Whitaker v Rivers
Date: Jan 16, 2022

#R1#
Whitaker throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rivers! But no joy.
Whitaker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rivers moves away.
Whitaker wants to land a leg kick but Rivers is out of range.
Whitaker takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
It seemed like Rivers was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL#
Whitaker forces Rivers back against the cage and clinches.
A shot in the inside from Whitaker . #BC#
Whitaker breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Whitaker getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Whitaker will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Rivers needs to keep his hands up - Whitaker had a free shot at his head there.
Whitaker wants to land a leg kick but Rivers is out of range.
We've been informed that Rivers 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.
Rivers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Whitaker manages to avoid it.
Whitaker misses with a body shot.
Rivers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Whitaker manages to avoid it.
Whitaker misses with a hook. Rivers ducked under it nicely.
Whitaker 's corner calls for a 1-2. Whitaker obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Rivers throws a body shot but no joy.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Whitaker tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Rivers paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Whitaker lands a really nice looking cross but Rivers seems unphased. #T1#
Rivers lunges at Whitaker with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Whitaker 's hand.
Roy Whitaker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Crunch! Whitaker slams his shin into Rivers's torso.
Whitaker misses with a straight left.
Whitaker throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Whitaker misses with a looping right.
Whitaker throws a leg kick but Rivers moved away.
Whitaker avoids the head kick by Rivers.
Sloppy strikes from Whitaker . Those never looked like landing.
Whitaker drops his hands momentarily and Rivers takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Rivers misses the target.
Rivers on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Whitaker . Whitaker obviously looking to wear him down.
Whitaker lands a really nice looking cross but Rivers seems unphased.
Whitaker catches Rivers with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Rivers fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Whitaker looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Whitaker fails in his attempt to clinch.
Whitaker cracks Rivers with a right hand to the side of the head.
Whitaker lands with a shot to the body. #T2#
Whitaker throws a shot to the body.
Whitaker missing with a left hand there. Rivers was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL#
Rivers gets tackled into the cage by Whitaker . Whitaker maintains the clinch.
Rivers working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Whitaker takes a shot to the head.
Whitaker works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Whitaker tries a body shot but Rivers blocks it.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers lands a nice uppercut.
Whitaker tries a body shot but Rivers blocks it.
Rivers blocking some punches.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Whitaker .
Whitaker tries to stall but Rivers uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Whitaker swings wildly with an uppercut but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rivers doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Whitaker gets through Rivers's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T3#
Rivers has a couple of punches blocked by Whitaker .
Rivers misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rivers works on Whitaker 's body with a couple of short punches.
A hook to the body from Rivers.
Whitaker wants to get back to striking at distance but Rivers won't allow it.
A right handed body shot lands from Rivers.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Whitaker blocking some punches.
Rivers throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Whitaker s head.
Rivers blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rivers cracks Whitaker with a nice body shot.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
A shot in the inside from Rivers.
Rivers blocking some punches.
Rivers lands a hook that snaps the head of Whitaker backwards.
Whitaker stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Whitaker fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Whitaker fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Whitaker misses with a punch on the inside. #T4#
Whitaker is trying to break the clinch but Rivers has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Whitaker breaks from the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Whitaker misses the jab.
Rivers uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Whitaker .
Rivers circles away from the clinch attempt.
A nice side step and Rivers releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Rivers scores with a decent looking hook.
Whitaker misses with a lunging right hand
and Rivers counters with a left and a right that stings Whitaker .
Rivers takes one on the button.
A slow jab from Whitaker misses its intended target. #CL#
Rivers tries to keep at a distance but Whitaker has taken the fight into the clinch.
Rivers doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Whitaker is trying to maintain a safe position but Rivers gets an underhook and turns Whitaker into the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice body punch from Whitaker .
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rivers.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers tries to work over Whitaker 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Whitaker uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Roy Whitaker will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Whitaker throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Rivers.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rivers appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Rivers tries to clinch but Whitaker is having none of it.
Rivers tries to close the distance and clinch up but Whitaker swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A slow jab from Whitaker misses its intended target. #CL#
Whitaker instigates a clinch.
Whitaker is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Whitaker digs a right hand into Rivers's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Rivers's gas tank.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers working aggressively here.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Rivers.
Whitaker is trying to push Rivers away but Rivers has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Rivers lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Rivers blocks a body shot from Whitaker .
Rivers lands with a right to the head.
Whitaker misses with a body punch.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rivers tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Whitaker takes a shot to the head.
Whitaker throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Riverss head.
Rivers misses with some punches.
Whitaker lands a shoulder strike.
Rivers misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right hand to the body from Whitaker .
A short uppercut from Whitaker .
Whitaker throws a head punch that misses.
Rivers lands a right hand that snaps the head of Whitaker backwards.
Whitaker blocks an uppercut.
Whitaker digs a right hand underneath Rivers's ribcage. Rivers let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A nice left hand lands by Whitaker .
Whitaker is trying to break the clinch but Rivers has him pressed against the cage.
Rivers lands a left hand.
Whitaker is struggling to control the position.
Whitaker tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rivers working aggressively here. #BC#
Whitaker breaks the clinch.
Whitaker swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T2#
Whitaker keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Whitaker throws a leg kick but Rivers sees it coming and moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Whitaker misses the target.
Rivers attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
It looked like Whitaker was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Whitaker throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good leg kick by Whitaker .
Whitaker misses with the combination.
Rivers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Whitaker throws a chopping leg kick but Rivers manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A slow jab from Whitaker misses its intended target.
Whitaker closes the distance but Rivers moves to the side
and Rivers counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Good leg kick by Whitaker .
Rivers steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Whitaker .
Whitaker jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Rivers connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Whitaker throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Rivers takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Good work by Whitaker as he checks the leg kick.
Whitaker throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Rivers counters with a nice uppercut.
Whitaker misses with a wild body shot.
Rivers stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#ROC2#Whitaker is rocked!
Donk. Whitaker catches Rivers right on the button with a cross.#KD2#
Rivers cracks Whitaker with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Rivers has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Whitaker to stand back up!
Oh Whitaker is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
This has been an exciting period of action!
BAM! Rivers delivers a spinning backfist that drops Whitaker like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Tom Rivers!
Tom Rivers is the new lightweight champion!
In his post fight interview, Tom Rivers started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: CFC 444: IsMore v Inarritu
Date: Dec 12, 2021

#R1#
A slow jab from Rivers misses its intended target.
Orlowski misses with a looping left.
Rivers throws a predictable looking body shot
and Orlowski counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Orlowski throws a jab but it's blocked by Rivers.
Orlowski scores with a jab to the jaw.
Rivers avoids a kick to the body.
Rivers was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Orlowski lands a nice looking kick to the body. Rivers takes a step back to recover.
Orlowski cracks Rivers with a good jab.
Rivers lands an overhand right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orlowski misses with a straight right.
A jab from Orlowski misses.
Rivers appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Orlowski buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Rivers misses with the body kick
and Orlowski connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rivers misses with a hook. Orlowski ducked under it nicely.
Orlowski is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T1#
Orlowski misses with a straight left.
Orlowski uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Rivers has time to react.
Orlowski connects with a high kick.
Rivers throws a front kick aimed at Orlowski's knee but Orlowski avoids it well.
Orlowski swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rivers misses with a left hand
and Orlowski counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Orlowski throws a shot from downtown. Rivers moves away and avoids it.
Rivers throws out a counter right but Orlowski avoids it with no problem.
A nice leg kick lands there from Orlowski.
Rivers walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Orlowski checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Rivers cracks a nice hook into Orlowski's ribs.
Orlowski misses with a lunging right hand
and Rivers counters with a stiff right hand.
Rivers misses with a left hand
letting Orlowski counter with a right hand.
Orlowski misses the shot to the body.
Rivers only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Rivers slips under a jab.#T2#
Orlowski misses with a straight right.
Rivers has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
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!
Orlowski avoids the body shot from Rivers.
Orlowski slips under a jab.
Orlowski half committed to a counter leg kick.
Orlowski on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A swing and a miss from Orlowski.
Rivers moves out of range as Orlowski strikes.
Orlowski throws a leg kick that is checked
and Rivers counters with an inside leg kick.
Rivers with a nice cross.
Rivers throws an overhand right that lands on Orlowski's shoulder, as Orlowski tries to avoid the shot.
Rivers uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Orlowski.
Orlowski slips a jab from Rivers.
Orlowski ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Orlowski attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Rivers throws a looping overhand right but Orlowski ducks down to avoid it. #T3#
Nice defenses there by Orlowski.#CL2#
Rivers instigates a clinch.
Orlowski swings wildly with an uppercut but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rivers is working Orlowski over against the ropes.
Rivers lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Orlowski.
Rivers lands a right hand.
Rivers lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rivers digs a right hand into Orlowski's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Orlowski's gas tank.
Rivers gets through Orlowski's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Rivers lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Orlowski goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Orlowski lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Orlowski lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Orlowski.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rivers can't find room to land a body shot as Orlowski controls the action.
Rivers tries to throw a body punch but Orlowski avoids it by throwing Rivers back against the ropes.
Rivers blocking some punches.
Rivers blocking some punches.
Orlowski tries a body shot but Rivers blocks it.
Orlowski struggles to land a body shot inside as Rivers controls his hands. #T4#
A short left from Rivers.
Orlowski misses with the head strike.
Orlowski lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rivers misses with a body punch. #BC#
Orlowski breaks from the clinch.
Rivers throws a shot from downtown. Orlowski moves away and avoids it.
Rivers looks to throw the jab but Orlowski is out of range.
Rivers thows a left - swing and a miss!
It appears Orlowski was looking to counter with a kick there.
Orlowski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Some bone on bone action there as Orlowski checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Orlowski misses with an uppercut. Rivers saw that one coming.
A jab from Rivers misses.
Rivers moves in looking to clinch but Orlowski pushes him off.
Good leg kick by Rivers.
Orlowski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Karol Orlowski will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Rivers throws a front kick aimed at Orlowski's knee but Orlowski avoids it well.
Karol Orlowski is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice jab there from Rivers.
Rivers turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Orlowski throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Rivers tries a quick counter leg kick but Orlowski is wise to it.
Nice defenses there by Orlowski.
It looked like Orlowski wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rivers connects with a body shot.
Rivers misses with a left hand
enabling Orlowski to counter with a crisp jab.
Orlowski looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Orlowski throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rivers.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers tries a low kick but Orlowski avoids it.
Orlowski wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Rivers misses with a leg kick
and Orlowski counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rivers lands a body shot.
Orlowski takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1#
Rivers throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A quick step to the side and Orlowski tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rivers throws a lazy right hand but Orlowski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A leg kick checked by Orlowski.
Rivers misses with a looping left.
Rivers throws a leg kick that is checked
and Orlowski counters with a stiff right hand.
Rivers lands a body shot.
Rivers throws a head kick that misses.
Rivers throws a big shot that misses.
Rivers throws a front kick aimed at Orlowski's knee but Orlowski avoids it well.
Orlowski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Orlowski fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rivers has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Rivers swings widly with a right hand
and Orlowski counters with a straight right hand.
Orlowski misses with an uppercut
and Orlowski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Orlowski lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Rivers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Orlowski manages to avoid it.
Orlowski is looking to counter punch.
Rivers misses with a hook
and Orlowski counters with a thumping low kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Rivers fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Orlowski.
Rivers throws a hook but Orlowski blocks it.
Rivers loads up on a big right hand but Orlowski slips the punch.
Orlowski throws a big shot that misses.
Tom Rivers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slapping body kick lands there for Orlowski.
Orlowski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rivers swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rivers throws a wild body kick that Orlowski sees coming a mile off.
A little feinted left hand from Orlowski on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rivers misses with a two punch combination.
Rivers throws a right and a left that Orlowski avoids nicely. #T3#
Rivers with a nice calf kick.
Rivers throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
Rivers tries to land a leg kick but Orlowski saw it coming and moves away.
Orlowski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Orlowski lands with a shot to the body.
A big left from Orlowski misses.
Rivers will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Rivers throws a body punch but Orlowski moves out of range.
Orlowski was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Rivers throws out a loose jab but Orlowski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Orlowski was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Rivers changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Rivers throws a leg kick that misses. #T4#
Orlowski swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
Orlowski connects with a body shot that sends Rivers's belly button to the back.
Rivers throws an overhand right that lands on Orlowski's shoulder, as Orlowski tries to avoid the shot.
Orlowski lands a nice looking body shot. #CL2#
Rivers clinches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Orlowski blocks an uppercut.
Orlowski can't find room to land a body shot as Rivers controls the action.
Still in the clinch, Rivers scores with a nice short uppercut.
Orlowski throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
Orlowski throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
A short uppercut from Rivers.
Orlowski tries to work over Rivers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Orlowski tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Orlowski misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rivers.
Rivers blocks an uppercut.
Orlowski blocks a body shot from Rivers.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Orlowski's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Rivers misses with a hook. Orlowski ducked under it nicely.
It looked like Orlowski was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Rivers.
Orlowski takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Rivers misses with a straight right.
Orlowski blocks a leg kick.
Orlowski thinks about countering with a head kick.
Rivers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rivers listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Orlowski throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Orlowski misses with an uppercut. Rivers saw that one coming.
Rivers throws a low kick, looking for Orlowski's leg but Orlowski calmly moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers scoring well with a low kick there.
Orlowski throws a leg kick
and Rivers counters with an inside leg kick.
Rivers misses with a looping left.
Orlowski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rivers moves away.#T1#
Rivers avoids the body shot from Orlowski.
Rivers misses with a jab to the body
and Orlowski counters with a stiff right hand.
Rivers throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Donk. Rivers catches Orlowski right on the button with a cross.
Rivers misses with a low kick.
Orlowski with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rivers to score with a decent uppercut.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rivers.
Orlowski sizes up Rivers with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Rivers avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rivers throws an off balance right hand
and Orlowski counters with a right hand to the body.
Rivers takes one to the chin there.
Orlowski swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Rivers. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers tries to clinch but Orlowski is having none of it. #CL2#
Rivers drives through and clinches with Orlowski against the ropes.
Orlowski's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Orlowski lands with a short shot to the head.
Tom Rivers seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Rivers struggles to land a body shot inside as Orlowski controls his hands.
Rivers lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rivers lands a nice shot to the body.
Orlowski throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Orlowski on the inside.
Orlowski is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Rivers can't find room to land a body shot as Orlowski controls the action.
Orlowski throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rivers.
Orlowski prevents a body shot from Rivers.
Orlowski throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
Orlowski is trying to force a seperation but Rivers has the dominant position.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Orlowski.
Orlowski tries to break free but Rivers pushes him back against the ropes.
Rivers blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Orlowski. #T3#
A short right from Orlowski.
Orlowski scores with a hook to the body.
Rivers struggles to land a body shot inside as Orlowski controls his hands.
A short left from Rivers.
A short body shot lands from Rivers as the two fighters clinch.
Orlowski takes a shot to the head.
Orlowski blocks a body shot from Rivers.
Nice body punch from Rivers.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Orlowski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Orlowski prevents a body shot from Rivers.
Rivers tries to throw a body punch but Orlowski avoids it by throwing Rivers back against the ropes.
Rivers softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Rivers has a couple of punches blocked by Orlowski.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rivers.
Rivers pushes Orlowski back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rivers tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Orlowski is working Rivers over against the ropes.
Rivers lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Orlowski gets through Rivers's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T4#
Rivers digs a right hand into Orlowski's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Orlowski's gas tank.
Orlowski misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Orlowski scores with a hook to the body.
Rivers blocking some punches.
Orlowski swings wildly with an uppercut but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rivers looking to stall.
Rivers lands an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Orlowski.
Rivers lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Orlowski is leaning against Rivers and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Orlowski wants to break the clinch but can't.
Orlowski misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers tries to work over Orlowski's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Orlowski throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
A right hook to the body lands for Rivers.
Rivers lands a hook to the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tom Rivers comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Rivers 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tom Rivers!
After the fight, Tom Rivers 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: CFC 437: DeSilva vs Holmes Jr
Date: Nov 07, 2021

#R1#
Rivers throws a lazy uppercut
and Petersen makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Rivers with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Petersen to score with a decent uppercut.
Rivers misses with the combination.
Petersen is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Petersen clinches with his opponent.
Petersen lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Petersen misses with a body punch.
Petersen stalling against the cage. #BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Petersen forces Rivers back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Rivers breaks from the clinch.
Petersen pivots, looking for a leg kick but Rivers is out of range and Petersen settles back down.
Rivers misses with a body kick.
Petersen throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Jab from Rivers.
Rivers looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Petersen tries to clinch but Rivers moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Petersen misses with a low kick as Rivers jumps back.#T1#
Petersen scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Petersen counters with a nice uppercut.
Petersen looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.
A head kick misses from Petersen.
Rivers scores with a shot to the body.
Rivers takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Petersen is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Petersen with a nice calf kick.
Petersen slips a jab from Rivers.#CL2#
Petersen clinches up against the cage.
Petersen trying to stall but Rivers improves his position.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Petersen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rivers misses with a hook to the ribs.
Petersen lands a hook that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Petersen. #T2#
Rivers working aggressively here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short body shot lands from Petersen as the two fighters clinch.
Petersen lands a right hand.
Rivers tries to break the clinch but Petersen is controlling the position.
Petersen slows down the pace here.
Petersen is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Rivers is keeping busy.
Petersen struggles to land a body shot inside as Rivers controls his hands.
Petersen tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Rivers doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Petersen'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.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Petersen swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Petersen is looking to score with low kicks.
Rivers tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Petersen is able to avoid easily.#T3#
Rivers lands a leg kick that knocks Petersen off balance momentarily.
Petersen throws an off balance right hand
and Rivers counters with a nice uppercut.
Petersen checks a leg kick.
Petersen misses with a wild body shot.
Petersen defending well as Rivers loads up on a big left hand.
A jab from Petersen misses. #CL2#
Petersen clinches with his opponent.
Petersen leaning his opponent against the cage.
Petersen will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Rivers up against the cage.
Petersen has Rivers pushed against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Rivers.
Petersen misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Petersen.
A short body shot lands from Rivers as the two fighters clinch.
Rivers is trying to push Petersen away but Petersen has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Petersen scores with a shoulder strike.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Petersen has Rivers pressed against the cage, preventing Rivers from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Petersen misses with a knee strike.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Petersen.
Rivers dodges the punch combination from Petersen.
Good work by Rivers as he checks the leg kick.
A shot to the body from Petersen misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Petersen misses with a looping right.
Petersen wants to clinch.
Rivers is looking to counter with a body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Steven Petersen dominated that round.
That's time! Rivers's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Rivers misses with a leg kick
and Petersen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rivers thumps Petersen with a low kick.
Rivers with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Petersen to score with a decent uppercut.
Rivers fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Petersen has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A good leg kick by Rivers.
Petersen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Petersen throws a head kick that misses
and Rivers counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Rivers swings for the body but Petersen moves out of range.
Rivers avoids the body shot from Petersen.
Rivers connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Rivers throws out a loose jab but Petersen uses good head movement to avoid it.
That kick from Petersen tenderised Rivers's leg. Rivers is trying to keep his angry face on.
Petersen tries a head kick but it misses.
Petersen with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A jab from Rivers misses.
Nice defenses there by Petersen.
Petersen misses with a two punch combination.
Petersen throws a nice looking combination but Rivers bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Petersen misses with a double jab
and Rivers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Petersen tries to clinch but Rivers moves away
and Rivers counters with a slapping leg kick.
Rivers throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Petersen misses with an uppercut. Rivers saw that one coming.
Petersen takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Petersen throws a head kick that misses.
Petersen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rivers sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Petersen throws a head kick but Rivers moves out of range.
Petersen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rivers.
Petersen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rivers.
Petersen moves away from the strike by Rivers.
Petersen wants to land a leg kick but Rivers is out of range.
Rivers steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Petersen.
Rivers thows a left - swing and a miss!
Petersen tries a head kick but it misses.
Rivers was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Petersen doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T2#
Rivers jabs at Petersen's body.
Petersen misses with a leg kick.
Tom Rivers is winning the standup battle so far.
Petersen loads up on a big right hand but Rivers slips the punch.
Rivers walks into a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Petersen slips under a jab from Rivers.
Rivers connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A big right from Petersen misses. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Rivers wants to break the clinch but can't.
Rivers scores with a shoulder strike.
Petersen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Rivers fails to land. #BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Petersen is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
Petersen takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T3#
Rivers scores with a body shot.
Petersen lands a jab to Rivers's midsection.
Petersen throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rivers.
Rivers throws a low kick but Petersen avoids it.
Petersen swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
Petersen takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Rivers tries to land a front kick but Petersen steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Petersen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rivers.
Petersen connects with the punch.
Petersen lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A head kick misses from Petersen.
Rivers throwing a counter right hand but Petersen manages to avoid it.
Petersen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rivers scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Petersen doesn't seem bothered though. #CL2#
Petersen clinches. #BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Rivers uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Petersen has time to react.#T4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Petersen. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL2#
Petersen gets a clinch.
Rivers lands with a left to the head.
Rivers blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rivers throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Petersen misses.
Petersen throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Petersen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL2#
Petersen gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Petersen throws a head punch that misses.
Petersen looking to stall.
Rivers misses with some punches.
Petersen is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Petersen trying to control the position but instead, Rivers has worked for underhooks and has pushed Petersen into the cage.
Rivers makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
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 Tom Rivers will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Rivers scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Rivers lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
A slow jab from Petersen misses its intended target.
Petersen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Petersen blocks a head kick by Rivers.
Petersen tries to clinch but Rivers is having none of it.
Petersen fails with an attempt to clinch.
Petersen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rivers.
Rivers connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Petersen tries to clinch up but Rivers circles away and keeps his distance.
Petersen takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
Rivers with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers connects with a crisp jab.
Petersen ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Petersen scores with a decent looking hook.
Petersen throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Petersen jabs at Rivers's body.#T1#
Petersen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Petersen misses with an uppercut. Rivers saw that one coming.
Petersen cracks a nice hook into Rivers's ribs.
Rivers has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Petersen.
Petersen misses the shot to the body.
Petersen tries to close the distance and clinch but Rivers swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Rivers throws a body punch but Petersen moves out of range.
Petersen scores with a jab to the body.
Petersen jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Rivers thuds a left hand into Petersen's body.
Rivers thows a body kick. Petersen tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Petersen tries to clinch but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers tried to counter with a leg kick but Petersen avoided it.
Petersen throws a right hand that Rivers ducks under and follows up with a left that Rivers also avoids with ease.
Rivers ducks under a wild hook from Petersen.
Steven Petersen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Petersen misses with a looping right.
Petersen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Petersen shapes to counter with a head kick.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Good leg kick by Petersen.
Rivers avoids the body shot from Petersen.
Petersen on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Rivers goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A jab from Petersen misses.
Rivers gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Petersen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rivers checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Petersen tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Rivers manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Petersen slips under a jab from Rivers.
Petersen tries to clinch but Rivers moves out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Rivers. That snapped Petersen's head back.
Petersen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rivers throws a wild body kick that Petersen sees coming a mile off.
Petersen throws a sloppy body shot
and Rivers counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Petersen tries to clinch there but Rivers circles away. #T3#
Petersen throws a body shot but no joy.
Petersen moves in looking to clinch but Rivers pushes him off.
Rivers scores with a body shot.
Petersen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Petersen.
Rivers slips under a jab from Petersen.
Rivers lands a really nice looking cross but Petersen seems unphased.
Petersen takes a jab right on the kisser.
A solid leg kick lands there for Petersen.
Petersen jabs at Rivers's body.
Petersen misses with a leg kick
and Rivers counters with a stiff right hand.
Rivers looks to score with a jab to the body but Petersen is just out of range.
Petersen throws a head kick but Rivers moves out of range.
Petersen throws a jab when Rivers was well out of range.
Petersen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Petersen scores with a jab to the jaw.
Petersen on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Petersen's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Petersen scores with a shot to the body.
Petersen connects with a looping right hand.
Rivers throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rivers with a nice calf kick.
That kick from Rivers tenderised Petersen's leg. Petersen is trying to keep his angry face on.
Petersen misses with a leg kick
and Rivers counters with a nice leg kick.
Petersen fails in his attempt to clinch.
Petersen takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Rivers throws a quick inside leg kick.
Petersen throws a sloppy head kick
and Rivers counters with a good low kick that Petersen was not able to check.
Rivers connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Petersen misses with a straight left.
Petersen misses the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Rivers on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Petersen tries a head kick but it misses.
Petersen swings and misses with a hook to the body.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tom Rivers!
In his post fight interview, Tom Rivers started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Grunge 67: Corduroy
Date: Oct 09, 2021

#R1#
Rivers misses with a hook.
Blyad was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Blyad uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rivers.
Blyad lands the left hand.#CUT#It looks like Tom Rivers has been cut.
Blyad checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tom Rivers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rivers throws a jab but it's blocked by Blyad.
Blyad is looking to counter punch.
Rivers throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Blyad counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Blyad takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Blyad dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Blyad takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Rivers cracks a nice hook into Blyad's ribs.
Rivers tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Blyad manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rivers throws a right hand that misses
and Rivers takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rivers lands a body shot. #T1#
Rivers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Blyad was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A swing and a miss from Rivers.
Blyad is looking to counter punch.
Blyad misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A solid body kick from Rivers.
Rivers tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Blyad manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Blyad thinks about countering with a head kick.
Rivers throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looked like Blyad wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Blyad throws a right and a left that Rivers avoids nicely.
Rivers dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Blyad. That did some damage!
Rivers throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Rivers darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A slow jab from Blyad misses its intended target. #T2#
Rivers connects with a solid leg kick.
Rivers uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Blyad.
Rivers changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rivers keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Rivers lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Rivers throws a low kick, looking for Blyad's leg but Blyad calmly moves out of range.
Rivers has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Rivers walks into a jab.
Rivers uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Blyad has time to react.
Rivers with a nice cross.
Rivers throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Blyad counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice defenses there by Rivers.
Rivers comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T3#
Rivers tries to clinch but Blyad moves out of range.
Rivers throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Blyad slips a straight right by Rivers.
Blyad chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rivers can pounce on him.
Blyad takes one to the chin there.
Blyad has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rivers.
Rivers is looking to clinch.
A little feinted left hand from Blyad on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rivers misses with a looping left.
Blyad throws an overhand right that lands on Rivers's shoulder, as Rivers tries to avoid the shot. #CL2#
Rivers clinches.
Blyad goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Blyad blocks a body shot from Rivers.
Rivers takes a shot to the head.
Rivers lands a left hand. #T4#
Rivers takes a shot to the head.
Rivers misses with a hook to the ribs.
Blyad misses with a hook to the ribs.
Blyad blocks an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Blyad misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rivers has a couple of punches blocked by Blyad.
Blyad swings wildly with an uppercut but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rivers blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Blyad throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Riverss head.
Blyad lands with a left to the head.
Rivers blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Blyad lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rivers blocks an uppercut.
Blyad tries to work over Rivers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Blyad lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Blyad.
Rivers blocking some punches.
Blyad pushes Rivers back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rivers lands a body punch in the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rivers throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Blyads head.
Blyad blocks a body shot from Rivers.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tom Rivers will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers'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#
Rivers is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Blyad 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.
Blyad slips under a jab from Rivers.
Jab from Rivers.
Rivers fakes the leg kick and cracks Blyad in the body. #CL2#
Rivers fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Blyad, pushing him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Blyad.
Blyad lands a right hand.
A nice left hand lands by Blyad.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Blyad uses good head movement to avoid it.
Blyad fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T1#
Blyad is working Rivers over against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rivers.
Rivers lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Blyad backwards.
Blyad scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rivers swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Blyad lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Blyad working aggressively here.
Blyad tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Blyad scores with a hook to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Rivers.
Rivers lands a right hand that snaps the head of Blyad backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rivers.
Blyad scores with a shoulder strike.
Blyad lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Blyad misses with some punches.
Blyad tries to throw a body punch but Rivers avoids it by throwing Blyad back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Rivers scores with a nice short uppercut.
Blyad drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A right handed body shot lands from Blyad. #T2#
Rivers tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Blyad's elbow.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Blyad misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rivers lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rivers doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Blyad has Rivers pressed against the cage, preventing Rivers from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Blyad blocks a body shot from Rivers.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Blyad blocks an uppercut.
Blyad lands with a light punch inside.
Rivers misses with a hook to the ribs.
Blyad gets through Rivers's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Rivers.
Rivers lands a right hand that snaps the head of Blyad backwards.
Blyad misses with a hook from the clinch.
Blyad working aggressively here.
Blyad lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Blyad.
Blyad tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rivers's elbow. #T3#
Rivers blocks a body shot from Blyad.
Rivers lands with a light punch inside.
Blyad working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short right from Blyad.
Blyad swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rivers blocks an uppercut.
Blyad lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Rivers.
Rivers is breathing heavily.
Blyad misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers scores with a shoulder strike.
A right handed body shot lands from Blyad.
Blyad blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rivers tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rivers lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nice body punch from Blyad - that landed with a thud.
Rivers takes a shot to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Blyad.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Blyad goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rivers blocking some punches.
Blyad lands on the inside with an uppercut. #ROC#Rivers is rocked!
Blyad prevents a body shot from Rivers.
Rivers is still on wobbly legs! Can Blyad finish him?
Blyad lands with a short shot to the head.
Blyad goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T4#
Blyad softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Blyad pushes Rivers back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rivers goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
Blyad lands a left hand. #TD#
Blyad pulls guard successfully. #SUB#
Blyad escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rivers gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Blyad is looking for a triangle but Rivers pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Blyad isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Rivers stacks Blyad on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Rivers!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blyad tries to buck Rivers off but Rivers is having none of it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rivers seems to have recovered his senses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ay Blyad dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Rivers smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Blyad avoids the body shot from Rivers.
A counter left hand to the body from Blyad misses its target.
Rivers dodges the punch combination from Blyad.
Rivers punishes Blyad's body with a nice straight punch.
Tom Rivers seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rivers lands a jab.
Rivers dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers misses with a right hand
and Blyad counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice body kick from Rivers.
Rivers misses with a low kick.#T1#
Blyad takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Rivers uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Blyad.
Rivers is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Rivers throws the left hand but Blyad avoids the punch easily.
Rivers throws out a loose jab but Blyad uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rivers misses with a low kick.
Blyad swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Blyad wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Blyad looks to land a right hand but Rivers moved out of range.
Rivers stuns Blyad with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Blyad takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Blyad uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rivers.
Rivers ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T2#
Rivers scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Rivers with the inside leg kick.
Rivers throws a body punch but Blyad moves out of range.
Rivers lands with a good body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Blyad ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Blyad throwing a counter right hand but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Blyad needs to keep his hands up - Rivers had a free shot at his head there.
Blyad stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Blyad throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Rivers.
Blyad is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rivers.
Rivers looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T3#
Blyad blocks the body kick.
Jab, jab by Rivers - just one landing.
Rivers feints and then cracks Blyad's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Blyad down.
Rivers throws a lazy right hand but Blyad sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rivers throws a leg kick
and Blyad connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#That has opened up Tom Rivers's cut even more.
Rivers feints and then cracks Blyad's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Blyad down.
The fighters circling - Blyad throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rivers scores with a nice right hand.
Rivers looks to land a right hand but Blyad moved out of range.
A lazy left from Blyad finds it's target.
Blyad misses with a wild body shot. #T4#
Rivers jabs at Blyad's body.
Blyad has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rivers.
Blyad is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Rivers closes the distance but Blyad moves to the side
and Blyad counters with a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers misses with a low kick.
Blyad keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Rivers moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Blyad jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rivers lands with a good body shot.
Rivers misses with an uppercut. Blyad saw that one coming.
Blyad was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Rivers pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers'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#
Blyad misses with a double jab.
Rivers connects with an inside leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Rivers.
Rivers ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Blyad jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rivers misses with a looping left.
Rivers looks to land a body kick but Blyad moved away.
Blyad slips a straight right by Rivers.
Blyad 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.
Blyad avoids the body shot from Rivers.
Blyad throws a counter high kick but Rivers was just alert enough to avoid it.
Blyad slips a jab from Rivers.
Blyad throws a lazy uppercut
and Rivers counters with a straight right hand.
Blyad is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T1#
Rivers turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Rivers tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Blyad manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rivers scores with a jab to the body.
Blyad throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rivers walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Blyad checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Blyad misses with a looping left.
Blyad tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Rivers throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Blyad swats away the attempt to clinch by Rivers.
It looked like Blyad was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Rivers.
Rivers defending well as Blyad loads up on a big left hand. #T2#
Blyad moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Nice defenses there by Rivers.
Blyad slips under a jab from Rivers.
Blyad swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Blyad throws the left hand but Rivers avoids the punch easily.
Blyad misses with a hook
and Rivers counters with an inside leg kick.
Blyad takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Blyad swings widly with a right hand
and Rivers counters with an outside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers throws a lazy right hand but Blyad sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Blyad thinks about countering with a head kick.
Rivers lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Blyad circles away quickly and effectively.
It looked like Blyad wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Blyad walks into a straight right hand from Rivers.#T3#
Blyad fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Rivers on the side of the head.
Rivers slips a jab from Blyad.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rivers. Blyad does a little dance to reset his feet.
Blyad seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Rivers wants to clinch.
Blyad smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A lazy left from Rivers finds it's target.
Blyad checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T4#
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Blyad throwing a counter right hand but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Rivers jabs at Blyad's body.
Blyad avoids a kick to the body.
The fighters circling - Blyad throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rivers throws a leg kick which misses Blyad's front leg but catches the back leg as Blyad tries to avoid it.
Blyad throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Rivers to counter with a crisp jab.
Rivers lands a body shot.
Rivers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Blyad looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Blyad works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Blyad tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Rivers lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers's cut.
That's time! 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.#R5#
Rivers cracks a nice hook into Blyad's ribs.
Blyad throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
Blyad walks into a stiff left hand from Rivers.#CL2#
Rivers closes the distance and pushes Blyad back into the cage.
Rivers works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Rivers presses Blyad against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Nice body punch from Blyad - that landed with a thud.
Rivers blocking some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blyad stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Blyad misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Blyad.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Blyad.
Rivers blocks a body shot from Blyad. #T1#
Blyad lands a shot to the body.
Rivers is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Blyad lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Blyad pushes Rivers back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Blyad tries a body shot but Rivers blocks it.
Blyad digs a right hand underneath Rivers's ribcage. Rivers let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Blyad misses with the head strike.
Blyad swings wildly with an uppercut but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Blyad lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Blyad looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A right hand to the body from Blyad.
Rivers lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Blyad blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Blyad digs a right hand into Rivers's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Rivers's gas tank.
Blyad prevents a body shot from Rivers.
A head punch on the inside from Blyad fails to land.
Blyad blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Rivers tries a body shot but Blyad blocks it. #T2#
Blyad lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Rivers lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Blyad scores with a hook to the body.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Blyad.
Rivers blocks an uppercut.
Blyad throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Riverss head.
Blyad blocking some punches.
A nice left hand lands by Rivers.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Blyad.
Blyad dips a shoulder and cracks Rivers with a mighty uppercut! Rivers falls back against the cage and Blyad unloads with a barrage of strikes! Rivers is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Blyad screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ay Blyad!
Ay Blyad retains his lightweight title!
Our winner, Ay Blyad, 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.
In defeat, Tom Rivers stepped up to the mic, saying 'good fight'.

Event: Grunge 64: Superfuzz Bigmuff
Date: Sep 18, 2021

#R1#
Rivers avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bully loads up on a big right hand but Rivers slips the punch.
Good shot there by Rivers.
Rivers with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bully. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bully misses with a wild body shot.
Bully goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Rivers looks to land a right hand but Bully moved out of range.
Bully feints the counter takedown.
Bully misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Rivers makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Bully throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Rivers throws an off balance right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Rivers takes a swing at Bully's ribcage but misses.
Rivers gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Rivers works Bully's body with a nice hook.#T1#
Bully misses with an attempted mid kick.
As Bully backs away, Rivers returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Rivers lands with an uppercut that bounces Bully off the cage and back into range.
Bully swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A jab from Rivers finds it's way through Bully's defenses.
Bully shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tom Rivers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rivers lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bully tries to move into range but Rivers moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Bully ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bully misses with a lunging right hand
and Rivers counters with a good low kick that Bully was not able to check.
Bully connects with the punch.
Bully lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rivers's sensitive parts.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers connects with a solid leg kick. #T2#
Rivers punishes Bully's body with a nice straight punch.
Rivers chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bully rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rivers counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bully misses with a straight right.
Rivers listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Rivers avoids a kick to the body.
Rivers throws a big counter combination but Bully scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Rivers throws out a powerful jab.
Rivers digs a good body shot into Bully's ribs.
Bully throws the left hand but Rivers avoids the punch easily.
Rivers definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Rivers throws a body punch but Bully moves out of range.
Bully looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bully misses with a hook.
Rivers checks a leg kick nicely.
Bully takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T3#
A nice inside leg kick there by Rivers. That's going to slow Bully down.
Bully moves out of range of the body kick.
Rivers with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Rivers connects with an inside leg kick.
Bully slips a straight right by Rivers.
Bully throws a body shot but no joy.
Rivers swings for the body but Bully moves out of range.
Tom Rivers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A leg kick checked by Rivers.#CL#
Rivers gets a clinch.
Bully tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bully misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rivers lands with a short shot to the head.
Bully's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Rivers scores with a shoulder strike.
Bully tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rivers misses with a punch to the body. #T4#
Bully swings wildly with an uppercut but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right from Rivers.
Rivers working aggressively here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
Bully looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bully misses with a punch to the body.
Bully is trying to push Rivers away but Rivers has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A short right from Rivers on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rivers. #TD2#
Bully lands a takedown into guard.
Bully being controlled here momentarily.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bully accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bully trying to control but Rivers is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Rivers connects with a jab.
Tom Rivers is winning the standup battle so far.
Bully bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It seemed like Bully was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bully ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bully defending well as Rivers loads up on a big left hand.
Bully fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rivers.
Rivers throws a jab but it's blocked by Bully.
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
Rivers fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Rivers lands with a right hand.
Bully on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Rivers feints and then cracks Bully's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bully down.
Rivers bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1##CL#
Rivers drives through and clinches with Bully against the cage.
Rivers works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Rivers tries to throw a body punch but Bully avoids it by throwing Rivers back against the cage.
Bully has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Rivers misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A right hand to the body from Rivers.
Rivers is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bully can do to turn this around?
Rivers throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Bully blocks it with crossed arms.
Bully misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers lands an uppercut.
Rivers misses with some punches.
Bully throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Bully uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rivers pushes Bully back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rivers tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bully tries to throw a body punch but Rivers avoids it by throwing Bully back against the cage. #T2#
Rivers can't find room to land a body shot as Bully controls the action.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
Bully creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bully.
Rivers tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bully's elbow.
Bully tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rivers's elbow. #BC#
Rivers's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Good leg kick by Bully.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bully takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bully moves forwards but Rivers connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A big left from Rivers misses.
Rivers throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Rivers fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bully looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Rivers throws a right and a left that both miss.
Rivers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bully.
It looked like Rivers wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T3#
Bully takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bully tries to move into range but Rivers moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Rivers lands a glancing blow to the side of Bully's head.
Rivers scores with a jab. Bully acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bully throws a lazy right hand but Rivers sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rivers throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Bully tries for a takedown but Rivers sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Rivers wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Rivers tests Bully's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rivers fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bully.
Rivers fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bully has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bully walks forward, straight into a front kick from Rivers.
Rivers fakes the leg kick and cracks Bully in the body.
Rivers throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Bully throws a leg kick that misses.
Bully takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bully throws a right hand that misses
and Rivers counters with a leg kick.
Rivers lands with a thumping leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rivers.
A slapping leg kick lands for Rivers.
Bully on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rivers. That's going to slow Bully down.
Bully looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Rivers lands a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Bully shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Rivers manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.

The fighters are working up against the cage. Rivers manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Rivers blocking some punches.
Rivers lands a nice uppercut.
Bully lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Rivers working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bully.
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!
Bully misses with some punches.
A short left from Rivers.
Tom Rivers has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Bully lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rivers lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rivers misses with some punches.
Bully misses with a punch on the inside.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Bully.
Rivers goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T1#
Bully misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bully goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rivers softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bully swings wildly with an uppercut but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bully blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Rivers as the two fighters clinch.
Rivers lands a right hand.
Bully tries a body shot but Rivers blocks it.
Bully wants to take the fight to the mat but Rivers manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Rivers misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right from Rivers.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bully.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Rivers scores with a shoulder strike.
Rivers with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Rivers lands with a short shot to the head. #T2#
A short right from Rivers on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rivers misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Bully.
Rivers works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Rivers lands a body punch.
Bully takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bully's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rivers scores with a hook to the body.
Rivers throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A right handed body shot lands from Rivers.
Cyber Bully has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nice body punch from Rivers.
Rivers lands a body punch.
Rivers lands a body punch in the clinch.
Rivers lands an uppercut.
A short right from Rivers.
Rivers lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #ROC#Bully is rocked!
Rivers lands a shot to the body.#T3#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rivers.
Bully is still on wobbly legs! Can Rivers finish him?
Rivers gets through Bully's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Rivers lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rivers lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Bully to his knees! Rivers keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tom Rivers!
In his post fight interview, Tom Rivers started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Grunge 60: Mother Love Bone
Date: Aug 22, 2021

#R1##CL#
Funaki darts in and clinches Rivers up against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Rivers tries to throw a body punch but Funaki avoids it by throwing Rivers back against the cage.
Funaki pushes off an throws an elbow but Rivers leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
Rivers working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Rivers lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Funaki lands a damaging elbow. #CUT#It looks like Tom Rivers has been cut.
Funaki has Rivers pushed against the cage.
Funaki lands a knee to the body.
Funaki tries to stall but Rivers uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Funaki lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Our sources have told us that Funaki has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Funaki blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Funaki looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Funaki throws an elbow but it misses.
Funaki missing with knees to the body.
Rivers tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers blocking some punches.
Funaki lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #T1#
Funaki blocking some punches.
Funaki is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Rivers is keeping busy.
Funaki looking to throw knees to the head but Rivers is blocking nicely.
Funaki has Rivers pressed against the cage.
Funaki looking to throw knees to the head but Rivers is blocking nicely.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Funaki.
Funaki prevents a body shot from Rivers.
Funaki blocks an uppercut.
Rivers avoiding damage as Funaki throws knees to the body.
A knee to the head by Funaki.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Funaki.
Funaki lands an elbow inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rivers.
Rivers tries to work over Funaki's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hand to the body from Rivers.
Funaki throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Rivers lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Funaki throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rivers.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Funaki or not.
Funaki pushes off an throws an elbow but Rivers leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Funaki tries to land knees in the clinch but Rivers avoids the damage to the body.
Rivers tries to work over Funaki's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Still in the clinch, Funaki scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rivers blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Funaki misses with an elbow strike.
Funaki slows down the pace here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Funaki.
Funaki working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Funaki backwards.
Funaki creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Funaki misses with an elbow over the top.
Funaki lands a good knee to the midsection. Rivers won't want to take too many of those.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Funaki.
Funaki throws an elbow but it misses.
Funaki with a knee to the head. #CUT#That has opened up Tom Rivers's cut even more.
A short right from Rivers. #T3#
Rivers blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Rivers tries a body shot but Funaki blocks it.
Rivers dodges an elbow strike from Funaki.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rivers creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Funaki blocks a body shot from Rivers.
Funaki manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Rivers lands a shot to the body.
Rivers blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Funaki just misses with a elbow thrown towards Rivers's brow.
Funaki lands an uppercut.
Funaki utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Funaki is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rivers is defending well for now.
Rivers lands an uppercut.
Funaki misses with a knee strike.
Nice elbow from Funaki.
Funaki pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Funaki scores with a shoulder strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Funaki tries to stall but Rivers uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #T4#
Rivers digs a right hand underneath Funaki's ribcage. Funaki let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Funaki lands a left hand.
Funaki is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Rivers blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Rivers lands with a left to the head.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Funaki.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers misses with a body punch.
Funaki can't find room to land a body shot as Rivers controls the action.
Funaki with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Funaki missing with knees to the body.
Funaki throws an elbow that misses.
Rivers takes an elbow to the forehead.
Rivers lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Funaki's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Funaki lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Funaki is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Rivers as the two fighters clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Masa Funaki dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers'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#
Rivers just misses with a punch to the body.
Funaki is looking to score with low kicks.
Rivers steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Funaki looks to throw the jab but Rivers is out of range.
Rivers thinks about the counter body kick.
Funaki will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Funaki throws a jab when Rivers was well out of range.
Rivers connects with the punch.
Rivers throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Funaki on the side of the head.
Rivers scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Funaki doesn't seem bothered though.
Rivers shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Funaki eats them both and turns towards Rivers to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Rivers has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Funaki.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL2#
Rivers gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Funaki.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rivers creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
A short uppercut from Funaki.
Funaki throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Funaki tries to land knees in the clinch but Rivers avoids the damage to the body.
Funaki misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers blocks an elbow strike from Funaki. #T1#
Rivers working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rivers lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rivers avoiding damage as Funaki throws knees to the body.
Funaki is stalling here.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Funaki utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Funaki with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Rivers tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Funaki's elbow.
Rivers tries to work over Funaki's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Funaki.
Rivers lands an uppercut.
Funaki tries to land knees in the clinch but Rivers avoids the damage to the body.
Rivers tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Funaki.
Funaki misses with an elbow over the top.
Rivers takes an elbow to the forehead.
Rivers lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Funaki.
Rivers struggles to land a body shot inside as Funaki controls his hands. #T2#
Funaki lands a damaging elbow.
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!
Funaki blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rivers takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT#The cut above Tom Rivers's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
A bit of stalling here from Funaki.
Funaki taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Funaki throws an elbow that misses.
Funaki throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Funaki blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rivers prevents a body shot from Funaki.
Rivers takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT#Tom Rivers's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Funaki looking to throw knees to the head but Rivers is blocking nicely.
A short right from Rivers.
Funaki tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Rivers avoids it.
Rivers struggles to land a body shot inside as Funaki controls his hands.
Funaki blocks a body shot from Rivers.
Funaki will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Rivers up against the cage.
Rivers misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rivers lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Funaki or not. #T3#
Funaki is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
With the fighters up against the cage, Funaki throws an elbow but misses.
Rivers tries a body shot but Funaki blocks it.
Funaki throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Knees in the clinch landing for Funaki.
Funaki will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Rivers up against the cage.
Funaki is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rivers is defending well for now.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Rivers scores with a shoulder strike.
Funaki prevents a body shot from Rivers.
Rivers doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rivers avoids a wild elbow strike from Funaki.
Rivers lands a left hand.
Funaki wants to stall.
Funaki scores a nice knee to the body.
Funaki tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Rivers avoids it.#T4#
Funaki throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Funaki tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Funaki is trying to maintain a safe position but Rivers gets an underhook and turns Funaki into the cage.
Rivers blocks the elbow strike.
Funaki creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Rivers dodges an elbow strike from Funaki.
Funaki pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rivers.
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!
Rivers managing to block the knees to the body from Funaki.
A hook to the body from Rivers.
Funaki looking to stall.
Masa Funaki has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Good body shot from Rivers.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Rivers tries to work over Funaki's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rivers avoids a wild elbow strike from Funaki.
Rivers takes an elbow to the temple.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Masa Funaki!
Masa Funaki retains his lightweight title!
Masa Funaki decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
In defeat, Tom Rivers stepped up to the mic, saying 'good fight'.

Event: Grunge 58: Seaweed
Date: Aug 08, 2021

#R1#
Funaki defending well as Rivers loads up on a big left hand.
Funaki ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Rivers avoids the body shot from Funaki.
Funaki scores with a jab to the head.
Funaki throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Funaki throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Funaki thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rivers throws an overhand right that lands on Funaki's shoulder, as Funaki tries to avoid the shot.
Funaki slips under a jab.
Funaki throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Funaki looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Funaki pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rivers looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Funaki smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Rivers throws a push kick but Funaki slaps the foot to one side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers misses with an uppercut.
Funaki feints a counter leg kick.
Funaki cracks Rivers with a right hand to the side of the head.
Funaki moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Rivers.
A quick step to the side and Rivers tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Funaki throws a predictable looking body shot
and Rivers counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Masa Funaki seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rivers scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Funaki lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T1#
Funaki misses with a looping left.
Rivers is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Rivers uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Funaki.
Funaki tries a low kick but Rivers avoids it.
Rivers drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Funaki uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rivers.
Funaki fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Rivers.
Funaki takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Funaki throws a leg kick that misses.
Rivers lands a jab to the nose.
Rivers throws a hook but Funaki blocks it.
Funaki misses with a low kick as Rivers jumps back.
Rivers tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rivers. That's going to slow Funaki down.
Funaki throws a wild body kick that Rivers sees coming a mile off.
Rivers walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Funaki chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Rivers misses with a straight right.
Funaki dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Rivers. That did some damage!#T2#
Rivers checks a leg kick.
Rivers swings for the body but Funaki moves out of range.
Rivers backing away here, and Funaki unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Funaki looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.
Rivers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Funaki manages to avoid it.
Funaki lands with a nice body punch.
Nice uppercut lands for Rivers. That snapped Funaki's head back.
Funaki throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Rivers cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rivers throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Funaki avoids the head kick by Rivers.
Rivers walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Rivers takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
An inside leg kick lands from Funaki.
Funaki shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Funaki scores with a kick to the midsection.
Funaki misses with an attempted mid kick.
A quick step to the side and Rivers tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Funaki scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Funaki turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Funaki scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Funaki throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #T3#
Funaki fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rivers.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rivers.
Funaki takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Rivers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Funaki was well out of range. Poor timing from Rivers.
And Funaki responds with a good body kick, but Rivers manages to step out the way in time.
Funaki tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Rivers is able to avoid easily.
Rivers thows a left - swing and a miss!
Funaki wants to slow Rivers down by chopping away at his legs.
Funaki thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Rivers if he has to take too many more of those.
Rivers is looking to score with low kicks.
Funaki thows a body kick. Rivers tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Funaki chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Rivers keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Funaki.
Rivers swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Funaki checks the leg kick nicely there.
Funaki ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Funaki has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rivers.
Rivers checks the leg kick nicely there.
Funaki connects with an inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Funaki lands with a kick to the ribs. #T4#
Funaki swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Funaki looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.
Funaki attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Rivers checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Funaki lands a jab.
Funaki misses with a body shot
and Rivers counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
An inside leg kick from Funaki misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Rivers misses the target.
Rivers is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Rivers uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Funaki.
Rivers misses with a looping right.
Rivers throws a body punch but Funaki moves out of range.
Funaki swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
Funaki swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rivers throws a solid leg kick but Funaki takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Rivers.
Rivers takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Funaki wants to slow Rivers down by chopping away at his legs.
A low kick lands for Funaki.
Funaki ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Masa Funaki dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Funaki lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rivers at a distance.
Rivers lands a head kick! #CUT#It looks like Masa Funaki has been cut.
Funaki scores with a sloppy right hand. Rivers should have avoided that one.
Funaki misses with a low kick.
Rivers throwing a counter right hand but Funaki manages to avoid it.
Rivers just misses with a punch to the body.
A leg kick checked by Rivers.
Funaki pivots, looking for a leg kick but Rivers is out of range and Funaki settles back down.
Rivers throws a jab but it's blocked by Funaki.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Rivers might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Funaki feints and then cracks Rivers's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rivers down.
Masa Funaki seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Funaki scores with a jab to the body.
Funaki misses with a straight left.
Funaki throws a low kick, looking for Rivers's leg but Rivers calmly moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Funaki.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Rivers checks a leg kick.
Funaki avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A countering left hand to the body from Funaki misses.
Rivers moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
The fighters circling - Rivers throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rivers misses the jab.#T1#
Funaki misses with a low kick as Rivers jumps back.
Funaki misses with a body shot
letting Rivers counter with a right hand.
Rivers lands with a shot to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Funaki.
Rivers with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Funaki to score with a decent uppercut.
Rivers throws the kick towards the body but Funaki avoids it.
Rivers looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Funaki lands with an uppercut that bounces Rivers off the cage and back into range.
Rivers uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Funaki.
A telegraphed right hand from Rivers misses the target.
Rivers tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Funaki fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Rivers throws a quick counter kick to the body but Funaki avoids it.
Rivers checks a leg kick nicely.
Funaki moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Funaki uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Rivers has time to react.
Funaki slips a jab from Rivers.
Rivers lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Funaki throws a nice outside leg kick.
Rivers lands with a thumping leg kick. #T2#
Rivers throws a looping overhand right but Funaki ducks down to avoid it.
Funaki looks to land a body kick but Rivers moved away.
Funaki just misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Funaki. That did some damage!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Funaki.
Rivers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Funaki.
Rivers throws a hook to the side of Funaki's head but Funaki sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Funaki fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Funaki throws a body kick that misses.
Rivers takes a swing at Funaki's ribcage but misses.
Funaki fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Funaki stuns Rivers with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Rivers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Funaki was well out of range. Poor timing from Rivers.
Funaki slips under a jab from Rivers.
A bone on bone clash there as Funaki blocks the leg kick.
Funaki lands a jab to the head.
Funaki will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Rivers 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 Funaki has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Funaki and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T3#
Funaki connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Funaki pivots, looking for a leg kick but Rivers is out of range and Funaki settles back down.
Rivers checks a leg kick.
A big left from Funaki misses.
Funaki displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rivers throws out the jab.
Funaki swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Funaki fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Rivers checks it well.
Funaki misses with a right hand
and Rivers counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Rivers cracks Funaki with a right hand to the side of the head.
Funaki turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Funaki lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A low kick lands for Funaki.
Funaki pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A jab from Rivers misses.
Funaki feints a counter leg kick.
Funaki misses with a leg kick.
Rivers throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Funaki throws the kick towards the body but Rivers avoids it.
Rivers half committed to a counter leg kick.
Funaki throws a jab when Rivers was well out of range.
Funaki fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Rivers is out of range. #T4#
Funaki tries to land a front kick but Rivers steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Funaki connects with an inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Funaki blocks a jab.
Funaki has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Funaki is looking to chop away at Rivers's legs.
Funaki scoring well with a low kick there.
Rivers connects with a good right hand that stumbles Funaki. Funaki circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Rivers avoids the body shot from Funaki.
Rivers walks into a straight right hand from Funaki.
Rivers throws a leg kick that misses.
Rivers fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Funaki has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Funaki throws a big shot that misses.
A big right from Rivers misses.
Funaki uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rivers.
Funaki checks a leg kick nicely.
Funaki blocks the body kick.
Rivers misses with a low kick.
Funaki with the inside leg kick.
Funaki misses with a left hand
and Rivers counters with a nice uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Masa Funaki will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Masa Funaki'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.#R3#
Funaki avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Funaki pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Funaki lands with a shot to the body.
Rivers moves out of range as Funaki throws a body kick.
Funaki avoids the body shot from Rivers.
Some bone on bone action there as Rivers checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rivers is looking for a counter combo.
Funaki with the inside leg kick.
Rivers swings for the body but Funaki moves out of range.
Good leg kick by Funaki.
Funaki takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Funaki looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Funaki throws a low kick but Rivers moves out of range easily.
Rivers connects with a nice looking jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Rivers throws out a loose jab but Funaki uses good head movement to avoid it.
A big right from Rivers misses.
Funaki tried to score with a low kick but Rivers checks it.
Rivers was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Funaki throws a right hand that misses
and Rivers counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Funaki looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.#T1#
The fighters circling - Rivers throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Funaki ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Rivers connects with a right hand. Funaki shakes it off.
Rivers scores with a nice head shot.
Funaki slips a jab from Rivers.
Funaki has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Funaki is looking to slow Rivers down with leg kicks.
Rivers loads up on a big right hand but Funaki slips the punch.
Rivers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Funaki.
Rivers swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A leg kick checked by Rivers.
Rivers uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Funaki.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Funaki.
Rivers throws the left hand but Funaki avoids the punch easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Funaki misses.
Rivers moves out of range of the leg kick from Funaki.
Rivers appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Funaki lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Funaki throws a low kick but Rivers avoids it.
Funaki walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T2#
Rivers checks a leg kick nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Funaki throws a hook but Rivers avoids it easily.
Funaki looks for the body kick but Rivers saw that one coming.
Rivers lands a jab to Funaki's midsection.
Rivers motions for Funaki to come forward. Rivers throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Funaki goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
A nice leg kick lands there from Funaki.
Funaki moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Funaki misses with a kick to the body.
Rivers lands a glancing blow to the side of Funaki's head.
Funaki tries to land a front kick but Rivers steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Funaki just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromRivers.
Rivers misses with an attempted mid kick.
A nice leg kick from Funaki, right into the meat of the thigh.
Funaki throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Rivers to counter with a crisp jab.
Rivers misses with a looping left.
Rivers scoring well with a low kick there.
Rivers looks for the body kick but Funaki saw that one coming. #T3#
Funaki throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Funaki staying out of range there.
Rivers fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Funaki checks it well.
Funaki counters with a body kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Funaki misses the target.
Good shot there by Funaki.
Funaki slips under a jab from Rivers.
Nice uppercut lands for Rivers. That snapped Funaki's head back.
Rivers has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Rivers there as he acknowledges the shot.
Rivers moves out of range as Funaki strikes.
Funaki throws out a leg kick but Rivers moves out of range and Funaki only half commits.
Funaki pushes Rivers away with a front kick.
Rivers on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Rivers bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Funaki's head backwards.
Funaki checks a low kick from Rivers.
Funaki throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Funaki throws the kick towards the body but Rivers avoids it.
Rivers swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Funaki throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A slow jab from Rivers misses its intended target.
Funaki is looking to score with low kicks.
Funaki misses with a hook
and Rivers counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Rivers rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Funaki moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Funaki misses with a body kick.
Funaki throws a jab but it's blocked by Rivers.
Rivers feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Funaki lands with a thumping leg kick.
Funaki just misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Funaki. That one must have hurt.
Funaki misses the shot to the body.
Funaki shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A slow jab from Rivers misses its intended target.
Funaki tries to work over Rivers's front leg with a kick but Rivers checks it.
Funaki displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rivers throws out the jab.
Funaki tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Rivers missing with a left hand there. Funaki was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Tom Rivers did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Masa Funaki's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Nice body kick there by Rivers.
Funaki scoring well with a low kick there.
Funaki lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Rivers misses with a body kick.
Funaki keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rivers.
Rivers connects with a nice looking jab.
Funaki lands a jab.
Funaki swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Funaki connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rivers's hands.
Funaki throws a head kick that misses
and Rivers counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Funaki misses with a low kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Funaki misses the target.
Rivers throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Funaki doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A lazy body kick from Funaki
and Rivers connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rivers looks to throw the jab but Funaki is out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers misses with a wild body shot.
Funaki catches Rivers with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Funaki throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T1#
Funaki is looking to score with low kicks.
Rivers moves out of range as Funaki throws a body kick.
Funaki changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers connects with a high kick.
Good shot there by Funaki.
Funaki takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Rivers checks the leg kick nicely there.
Funaki throws a wild body kick that Rivers sees coming a mile off.
Funaki lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rivers's sensitive parts.
Rivers scores with a leg kick.
Rivers checks the leg kick nicely there.
Rivers lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Rivers throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Rivers misses with a straight left.
Rivers takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rivers tests Funaki's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Funaki with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T2#
Rivers misses with an uppercut.
Rivers will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Rivers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Funaki.
Funaki throws an overhand right that lands on Rivers's shoulder, as Rivers tries to avoid the shot.
Funaki misses with a body kick.
A little feinted left hand from Rivers on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rivers takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Funaki connects with an inside leg kick.
Rivers throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rivers staying out of range there.
Funaki misses with a leg kick.
It looked like Rivers wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Funaki's corner calls for a 1-2. Funaki obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Funaki throws out a leg kick but Rivers moves out of range and Funaki only half commits.
Funaki just misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Funaki fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rivers.
A good leg kick by Funaki.
Funaki throws a leg kick
and Rivers counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Rivers throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Rivers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Funaki.
Funaki is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Rivers throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rivers avoids a kick to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Rivers misses its target.
Funaki is looking to slow Rivers down with leg kicks.
Funaki goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Rivers checks a low kick from Funaki.
Funaki swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
Funaki lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Rivers checks a leg kick nicely.
It looked like Rivers wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rivers moves out of range of the leg kick from Funaki.
Rivers throws a jab when Funaki was well out of range.
Rivers misses with a low kick.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Funaki scores with a nice body kick.
Funaki throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range. #T4#
Funaki connects with an inside leg kick.
Funaki takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
Rivers misses with a right hand
and Funaki counters with a good, hard body kick but Rivers shrugs it off.
Rivers throws a head kick but Funaki moves out of range.
Crunch! Funaki slams his shin into Rivers's torso.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Funaki keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rivers.
Nice defenses there by Rivers.
Rivers digs a good hook to Funaki's body.
Rivers swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rivers throws a wild body kick that Funaki sees coming a mile off.
Funaki lands a jab to Rivers's midsection.
Rivers lands the left hand.
Rivers sizes up Funaki with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Rivers is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Funaki.
Rivers blocks a head kick by Funaki.
Funaki throws a leg kick but Rivers checks it.
Rivers lands with a hook. Funaki tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Masa Funaki will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Masa Funaki's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Rivers scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A head kick by Rivers misses
and Funaki counters with a leg kick.
Funaki throws a leg kick but Rivers sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Funaki throws a lazy right hand but Rivers sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It looked like Rivers wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Funaki tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Funaki.
Rivers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Funaki.
Funaki uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rivers.
Rivers throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Funaki sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rivers slips a jab from Funaki.
Funaki attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Rivers ducks under a wild hook from Funaki.
Funaki swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Funaki misses with a body shot.
Rivers swings for the body but Funaki moves out of range.
A nice leg kick from Funaki, right into the meat of the thigh.
Funaki throws the kick towards the body but Rivers avoids it.
Rivers looks to score with a jab to the body but Funaki is just out of range.#T1#
Rivers avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Funaki connects with a body shot.
A jab lands there for Rivers.
Rivers connects with a leg kick.
Funaki throws an off balance right hand
enabling Rivers to counter with a crisp jab.
Good work by Rivers as he checks the leg kick.
Funaki fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Rivers is out of range.
A low kick from Funaki is predictable there
and Rivers makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Rivers feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Funakis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
That kick from Funaki tenderised Rivers's leg. Rivers is trying to keep his angry face on.
Funaki connects with a body shot.
Funaki throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice body kick there by Funaki.
Some bone on bone action there as Rivers checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A shot to the liver by Rivers. Beautiful body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rivers checks a low kick from Funaki.
An attempted straight right counter from Rivers misses the target.
Rivers scores with a nice body kick.
Tom Rivers has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Funaki feints and then cracks Rivers's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rivers down.
Rivers lands with a kick to the ribs.
Funaki lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rivers at a distance.
Rivers throws a shot from downtown. Funaki moves away and avoids it.
Funaki misses with a body shot.
Funaki throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers connects with an inside leg kick.
Rivers lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Rivers walks forward, straight into a front kick from Funaki.
Funaki defending well as Rivers loads up on a big left hand.
Rivers checks a leg kick.
Funaki checks a leg kick.
Funaki digs a good hook to Rivers's body.
Funaki scores with a head kick.
Funaki defending well as Rivers loads up on a big left hand.
Funaki on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T3#
Rivers throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Funaki slips a straight right by Rivers.
A low kick lands for Funaki.
Rivers pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Rivers throws a jab but it's blocked by Funaki.
Rivers on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Funaki. Funaki obviously looking to wear him down.
Funaki lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Funaki loads up on a big right hand but Rivers slips the punch.
Funaki throws a hook to the side of Rivers's head but Rivers sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rivers looks to land a left hand but Funaki moved out of range nicely.
Rivers loads up on a big right hand but Funaki slips the punch.
Funaki throws a head kick that misses
and Rivers counters with a thumping low kick.
That kick from Funaki tenderised Rivers's leg. Rivers is trying to keep his angry face on.
Funaki misses with a low kick.
Rivers chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Funaki can pounce on him.
Rivers scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Funaki looks to land a body kick but Rivers moved away.
Rivers is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T4#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Funaki. Rivers shrugs it off though.
Masa Funaki is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Funaki lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rivers's sensitive parts.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Funaki lands a jab to Rivers's midsection.
Funaki misses with a hook.
Rivers misses with a hook. Funaki ducked under it nicely.
Funaki lands with a right hand.
Rivers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Funaki manages to avoid it.
Funaki throws a leg kick which misses Rivers's front leg but catches the back leg as Rivers tries to avoid it.
Rivers misses with a straight right.
Good shot there by Funaki.
Funaki buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Funaki dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Funaki.
Funaki pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rivers 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.

And that's the end of the fight!
Masa Funaki comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Funaki 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 46:49
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 46:49
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Masa Funaki!
Masa Funaki is the new lightweight champion!
Masa Funaki decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
In defeat, Tom Rivers stepped up to the mic, saying 'good fight'.

Event: Grunge 54: Canada
Date: Jul 17, 2021

#R1#
Blyad comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Blyad explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Rivers enables Blyad to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Rivers manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB2#
Blyad drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Rivers manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Blyad has Rivers in his guard.#REVR#
Rivers controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Blyad has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rivers can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers tries to free his leg and advance position but Blyad is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Blyad is looking for a triangle here but Rivers uses the submission attempt to pass into side control. #T1#
Blyad is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Rivers tries to advance to mount but can't.
Rivers wants to lay and pray for a moment but Blyad keeps working.
Blyad is trying to control Rivers's posture but Rivers avoids it.
Blyad tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Rivers presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Blyad bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Rivers keeping full guard, as Blyad tries to pass. #SUB2#
Blyad postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Rivers is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Blyad, into his guard. #REVR#
Rivers forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Blyad looking for subs from the bottom but Rivers mounts him!
Blyad can't escape the position. #T3#
Blyad tries to hold on but Rivers postures up.
Blyad is wriggling around trying to escape.
Blyad keeps trying to improve his position.
Blyad is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T4#
Blyad is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Rivers takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Rivers avoids the attempt from Blyad to control.
Blyad manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
Blyad is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rivers pulls his head out easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Blyad actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Blyad looking for submissions off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Blyad misses with a leg kick
and Rivers counters with a left to the body.
Nice body punch from Blyad.
Rivers avoids a punch combination nicely.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rivers darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A big left from Blyad misses.
Rivers looks to land a right hand but Blyad moved out of range.
No luck for Blyad with that takedown attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Blyad. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.
It looked like Rivers wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Blyad throws the left hand but Rivers avoids the punch easily.
Blyad lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rivers. That's going to slow Blyad down.
Blyad displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rivers throws out the jab.
Rivers misses the jab.
Rivers misses with a looping left.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rivers digs a good hook to Blyad's body. #T1#
Some wild striking there from Blyad.
Blyad throws a leg kick
letting Rivers counter with a right hand.
Blyad tried to score with a low kick but Rivers checks it.
Blyad throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Blyad lands with a good body shot.
Blyad buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Rivers throws a jab but it's blocked by Blyad.
Blyad is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Rivers rather than just go for the knockout.
Blyad thows a body kick. Rivers tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Blyad swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Rivers counters with a straight right hand.
Blyad steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Rivers. That one must have hurt.
Blyad fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Blyad shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Blyad wants to pass the guard but Rivers is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Blyad drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Rivers manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Blyad has Rivers in his guard.#REVR##T2#
Rivers engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Blyad keeping moving, preventing Rivers from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Blyad escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rivers gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rivers looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Blyad throws his legs up looking for a submission but Rivers uses it to pass to side control. #T3#
Blyad tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Blyad trying his best to control but Rivers has mounted him.
Blyad is looking to get to half guard.
Rivers controlling the position easily from mount. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Blyad tries to hold on but Rivers pushes him away.
Rivers prevents Blyad from getting the reversal.
Rivers trying to control but Blyad is having none of it.
Blyad working to try and regain half guard.
Blyad tries to lock up and control but Rivers gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Blyad bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Blyad looking to sit in guard and control but Rivers gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Blyad misses with a low kick.
Rivers looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Blyad fails with a takedown attempt.
Rivers moves out of range of the body kick from Blyad.
Rivers lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Blyad has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Blyad there as he acknowledges the shot.
Rivers has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Rivers there as he acknowledges the shot.
Blyad throws a solid leg kick but Rivers takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Blyad.
Rivers dips to his left and cracks Blyad with an uppercut!
Blyad darts in looking for a takedown but Rivers gets double underhooks and turns Blyad into the cage.
Blyad ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Blyad feints and then cracks Rivers's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rivers down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Rivers 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 Blyad has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Blyad and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Rivers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Blyad was well out of range. Poor timing from Rivers.
Blyad with the counter takedown but Rivers avoids it easily.
Rivers throws a solid leg kick but Blyad takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Rivers.
Blyad swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
Blyad takes one to the chin there.
Rivers punishes Blyad's body with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Blyad throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Rivers missing with a left hand there. Blyad was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Blyad throws a half hearted mid kick.
Blyad looks to land a body kick but Rivers moved away.
Blyad throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A low kick from Blyad misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Rivers is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Blyad can do to turn this around?
Rivers throws the left hand but Blyad avoids the punch easily.
Blyad swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Blyad.
Rivers looks to land a right hand but Blyad moved out of range.
A jab from Rivers finds it's way through Blyad's defenses.
Blyad dives in and grabs Rivers's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rivers pushes down on Blyad's head and hops out.
Tom Rivers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ay Blyad.
Rivers misses with an uppercut. Blyad saw that one coming.
Ay Blyad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rivers scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Blyad connects with a solid leg kick.
Blyad 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.
Rivers misses with an attempted mid kick.
Rivers catches Blyad with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers throws a body punch but Blyad moves out of range.
Blyad misses with a low kick.
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Rivers paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Blyad thumps Rivers with a low kick.
Blyad blocks the body kick.
Rivers doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Blyad swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Rivers scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Blyad tries to score with a low kick but Rivers moves his leg out of the way.
Blyad shoots and misses
and Rivers counters with a body kick.
Rivers throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Blyad shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rivers sprawls well. Rivers wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Blyad gets slowly back to his feet.
Blyad takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Blyad keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rivers keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Blyad.
A little feinted left hand from Rivers on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T3#
Blyad fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Rivers has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Blyad.
Rivers throws a hook to the side of Blyad's head but Blyad sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Blyad looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Rivers throws a half hearted mid kick.
Blyad tries a low kick but Rivers avoids it.
Rivers lands a jab to the head.
Blyad throws a shot from downtown. Rivers moves away and avoids it.
Blyad staying out of range there.
Rivers lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Blyad throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Blyad shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Rivers fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rivers throws a body punch but Blyad moves out of range.
Blyad keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rivers.
Blyad 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.
A shot to the liver by Blyad. Beautiful body shot.
Tom Rivers is winning the standup battle so far.#T4#
Blyad gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Rivers swings for the body but Blyad moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Blyad throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rivers. Blyad does a little dance to reset his feet.
Blyad takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Blyad misses with a leg kick
and Rivers counters with a leg kick.
Rivers misses with a wild body shot.
Blyad looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Rivers appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Tom Rivers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rivers appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A slow jab from Blyad misses its intended target.
Blyad defending well as Rivers loads up on a big left hand.
Rivers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Blyad.
Rivers misses with a hook.
Blyad uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rivers.
Blyad feints the counter takedown.
Blyad connects with a looping right hand.
Blyad throws an off balance right hand
and Rivers counters with a stiff right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers clearly takes that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Blyad misses with a series of wild punches.
Blyad throws a right hand that misses
and Rivers counters with a straight right hand.
Rivers takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Blyad keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rivers.
Blyad throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Blyad throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rivers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Blyad was well out of range. Poor timing from Rivers.
Blyad changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Rivers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Blyad manages to avoid it.
Rivers moves out of range as Blyad throws a body kick.
Blyad misses with a hook. Rivers ducked under it nicely.
Rivers scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Rivers throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rivers throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Blyad sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Blyad dives in and grabs Rivers's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rivers pushes down on Blyad's head and hops out.
Rivers feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Rivers moves out of range as Blyad strikes.
Blyad's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Blyad misses the body punch
and Rivers counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T1#
Blyad uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rivers.
Blyad misses with a low kick.
Blyad throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rivers lands a right hook to the body.
Rivers sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Rivers misses with a wild body shot.
Blyad pivots, looking for a leg kick but Rivers is out of range and Blyad settles back down.
Rivers is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A shot to the liver by Blyad. Beautiful body shot.
Rivers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Blyad.
Blyad connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Rivers momentarily.
Blyad ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Rivers misses with a low kick as Blyad jumps back.
A swing and a miss from Blyad.
Blyad blocks a jab.
Rivers lands with a straight right. Blyad didn't see that one coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Blyad. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rivers takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Rivers throws the left hand but Blyad avoids the punch easily.
Blyad throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Blyad swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers dips to his left and cracks Blyad with an uppercut!
Sloppy strikes from Blyad. Those never looked like landing.
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
Blyad tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Blyad.
Blyad takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Blyad misses with a hook. Rivers ducked under it nicely.
Rivers scoring well with a low kick there.
A slow jab from Rivers misses its intended target.
Blyad moves out of range as Rivers throws a body kick.
Rivers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Blyad.
Blyad throws a shot from downtown. Rivers moves away and avoids it.
Rivers loads up on a big right hand but Blyad slips the punch.
Blyad works Rivers's body with a nice hook.#T3#
Blyad misses with a low kick.
Rivers scoring well with a low kick there.
Rivers throws a front kick aimed at Blyad's knee but Blyad avoids it well.
Blyad takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#TD2#
Blyad scores with a takedown into Rivers's guard.
Rivers is adopting a defensive guard.
Rivers wants to sweep here but Blyad controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Blyad drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Rivers dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Blyad is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4##SUB2#
Rivers got a little sloppy there for a moment and Blyad has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rivers has managed to get both his arms back between Blyad's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Blyad working for a triangle but Rivers defends it easily.
Rivers controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Blyad looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Rivers passes into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Tom Rivers will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R5#
Rivers scores with a decent looking hook.
Blyad misses with a body kick.
Blyad throws a looping overhand right but Rivers ducks down to avoid it.
Blyad throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Rivers with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rivers jabs at Blyad's body.
Rivers works Blyad's body with a nice hook.
Rivers avoids the body shot from Blyad.
Rivers misses with a straight right.
Rivers throws a body punch but Blyad moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Blyad.
Rivers throws the kick towards the body but Blyad avoids it.
Blyad blocks a jab.#T1#
Blyad takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Rivers with a nice calf kick.
Blyad tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rivers sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Blyad somewhat.
Rivers throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Blyad sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Blyad avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Blyad misses the target.
Rivers cracks Blyad with a good jab.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Rivers 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 Blyad has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Blyad and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Blyad gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Rivers lands a jab to the nose.
Rivers lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The fighters circling - Blyad throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Blyad misses with an uppercut. Rivers saw that one coming.
Rivers looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Ay Blyad has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Blyad with a nice calf kick.
Blyad throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Rivers.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers scores with a nice right hand.
Blyad throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Blyad tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Blyad.
Rivers throwing a counter right hand but Blyad manages to avoid it.
Blyad throws a lazy right hand but Rivers sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Blyad ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rivers moves away.
Rivers throws a body punch but Blyad moves out of range.
Blyad shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Rivers but Rivers pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tom Rivers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ay Blyad.
Rivers misses with a looping right.
Blyad misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rivers.
Blyad keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rivers.
Blyad with the counter takedown but Rivers avoids it easily.
Rivers wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Blyad misses with an uppercut.
A shot to the body from Blyad misses
enabling Rivers to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Rivers feints and then cracks Blyad's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Blyad down.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rivers darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Blyad throws a right hand that misses
and Rivers counters with a low kick, right behind Blyad 's knee.
Blyad lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Rivers circles away quickly and effectively.
Blyad needs to keep his hands up - Rivers had a free shot at his head there.
A nice inside leg kick there by Blyad. That's going to slow Rivers down.
Blyad misses with a wild combination.
Tom Rivers is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rivers misses with a head kick.
Rivers lands with a good body shot.
Blyad throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers lands a glancing blow to the side of Blyad's head.
Blyad looks to throw a body kick
letting Rivers counter with a right hand.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rivers darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rivers loads up on a big right hand but Blyad slips the punch.#T4#
Blyad scores with a jab.
Blyad with a lazy takedown attempt
and Rivers counters with a stiff right hand.
Rivers throws a hook but Blyad blocks it.
Rivers checks a leg kick.
Rivers scores with a body shot.
Rivers lands a glancing blow to the side of Blyad's head.
Blyad walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Rivers checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Blyad throws a jab but it's blocked by Rivers.
A left lands for Rivers.
Blyad tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Rivers swivels and escapes.
Rivers dips to his left and cracks Blyad with an uppercut!
Rivers cracks Blyad with a right hand to the side of the head.
A shot to the liver by Rivers. Beautiful body shot.
Rivers lands a jab to Blyad's midsection.
Nice body kick there by Rivers.
Blyad swings widly with a right hand
and Rivers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tom Rivers showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Rivers 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 Alec Ball scores the fight 50:45
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 50:45
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tom Rivers!
Tom Rivers retains his lightweight title!
Tom Rivers bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: Grunge 50: Nirvana
Date: Jun 26, 2021

#R1#
Rivers looks to land a left hand but Juntta moved out of range nicely.
Juntta lands with a shot to the body.
Rivers with a hook.
Juntta scores with a jab.
Rivers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Juntta was well out of range. Poor timing from Rivers.
Tom Rivers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Juntta throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Juntta lands a body shot.
Juntta loads up on a big right hand but Rivers slips the punch.
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Rivers throws a hook but Juntta avoids it easily.
Juntta scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers slips a straight right by Juntta.
Juntta moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Rivers lands a jab to Juntta's midsection.
Juntta shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Juntta pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T1#
Rivers cracks Juntta with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Rivers scores with a nice right hand.
Juntta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Juntta.
Juntta is looking to wear down Rivers with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Juntta dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Juntta throws out a powerful jab.
Rivers checks a leg kick nicely.
Rivers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Juntta manages to avoid it.
Rivers fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Juntta has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Juntta tries to close the distance and clinch but Rivers swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Rivers doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Rivers throws a shot from downtown. Juntta moves away and avoids it.
Juntta throws a jab but it's blocked by Rivers.
Rivers moves out of range of the strikes.
A bone on bone clash there as Juntta blocks the leg kick.
Juntta swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rivers has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
A jab from Rivers misses.
Rivers tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T2#
Nice defenses there by Rivers.
Juntta connects with a high kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rivers throws a jab when Juntta was well out of range.
It looked like Juntta was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Rivers.
Rivers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Juntta.
Rivers scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jab, jab by Rivers - just one landing.
Rivers scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Juntta closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Rivers throws a jab when Juntta was well out of range.
Rivers is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Juntta had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Rivers throws the left hand but Juntta avoids the punch easily.
Rivers slips under a jab.
Juntta tries to bum rush Rivers with a series of wild strikes but Rivers uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Rivers chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Rivers finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Rivers misses with a low kick. #T3#
Juntta takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Juntta avoids the body shot from Rivers.
A lazy body kick from Rivers
and Juntta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Juntta staying out of range there.
Rivers throws out a powerful jab.
Rivers swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Rivers lands a body shot.
Good shot there by Rivers.
Rivers fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Juntta checks it well.
Rivers throws a low kick but Juntta moves out of range easily.
Rivers has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Rivers moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Juntta slips a jab from Rivers.
Juntta appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Juntta blocks a low kick nicely.
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Rivers goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rivers misses with a hook
and Juntta counters with a nice uppercut.
Juntta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rivers lands with a good body shot.
Juntta checks a low kick from Rivers.
Juntta scores with a body shot.
Juntta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rivers.
Rivers blocks a head kick by Juntta.
Rivers walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Juntta checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Juntta is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A chopping leg kick lands by Juntta.
A jab from Juntta misses.
Rivers misses with a body punch
and Juntta counters with a two punch combo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Rivers - that will leave a mark!
Rivers checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Rivers with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Juntta to score with a decent uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tom Rivers will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Rivers takes a swing at Juntta's ribcage but misses.
Juntta misses with a head kick.
Rivers misses with a wild body shot.
As Rivers backs away, Juntta returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A big right from Rivers misses.
Rivers on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
Juntta checks the leg kick.
Juntta misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Rivers chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Juntta can pounce on him.
Juntta throws a looping overhand right but Rivers ducks down to avoid it.
Rivers tries to work over Juntta's front leg with a kick but Juntta checks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juntta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Juntta dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A lazy body kick from Juntta
and Rivers counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #CL#
Juntta moves into range and clinches up with Rivers.
Juntta goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T1#
Juntta tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rivers misses with some punches.
Rivers blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Juntta tries a body shot but Rivers blocks it.
Juntta tries to work over Rivers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short uppercut from Rivers.
Rivers lands with a right to the head.
Rivers blocks the elbow strike.
Rivers misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Juntta tries a body shot but Rivers blocks it.
I was talking to Juntta's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Rivers struggles to land a body shot inside as Juntta controls his hands.
Juntta blocking some punches.
Juntta gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Tom Rivers has been cut.
Juntta misses with a punch to the body.
Juntta tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rivers lands with a right to the head.
Good body shot from Rivers.
Juntta working aggressively here.
Juntta throws an elbow that misses.
Juntta tries to throw a body punch but Rivers avoids it by throwing Juntta back against the cage. #T2#
Juntta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rivers has a couple of punches blocked by Juntta.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short right from Juntta.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tom Rivers seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Juntta gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Rivers can't find room to land a body shot as Juntta controls the action.
Juntta misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Juntta lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Juntta lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Juntta lands an elbow inside that Rivers shrugs off.
Rivers scores with a shot to the side of Juntta's head.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
Juntta throws an elbow that misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Juntta just misses with a elbow thrown towards Rivers's brow.
Rivers lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Juntta backwards.
A hook to the body from Rivers.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Juntta tries a body shot but Rivers blocks it. #T3#
Juntta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rivers tries a body shot but Juntta blocks it.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Juntta.
Rivers blocks a body shot from Juntta.
Juntta misses with a punch on the inside.
Rivers avoids the elbow strike from Juntta, against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Rivers.
Juntta lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers lands a right hand that snaps the head of Juntta backwards.
Rivers blocks an elbow strike from Juntta.
A left hand lands to the body for Rivers.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Juntta misses with a punch to the body.
Juntta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rivers's elbow.
A hook to the body from Rivers.
Juntta misses with a punch on the inside.
Rivers lands with a left to the head.
Rivers lands a hook that snaps the head of Juntta backwards. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head punch on the inside from Juntta fails to land.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Juntta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rivers lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Juntta backwards.
Juntta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rivers has a couple of punches blocked by Juntta.
Juntta lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Rivers is leaning against Juntta and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Rivers lands an uppercut.
Juntta tries to work over Rivers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Juntta looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Rivers works on Juntta's body with a couple of short punches.
Rivers avoids the elbow strike from Juntta, against the cage.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rivers scores with a nice hook to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Juntta.
Juntta gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Rivers dodges an elbow strike from Juntta.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Tom Rivers will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers's cut.
That's time! Juntta's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Juntta throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Juntta throws a head kick that misses.
Rivers throws out a loose jab but Juntta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Juntta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Juntta misses with an attempted mid kick.
Rivers misses with a double jab.
Rivers wants to land a leg kick but Juntta is out of range.
Juntta throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Juntta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rivers lands a jab to the nose.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juntta throws a nice outside leg kick.
Juntta lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Rivers circles away quickly and effectively.
Tom Rivers seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rivers misses with a wild body shot.
Nice cross by Rivers.
Rivers avoids the body shot from Juntta. #T1#
Rivers lands a nice looking kick to the body. Juntta takes a step back to recover.
Juntta throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Rivers's head.
Juntta looks to land a right hand but Rivers moved out of range.
Juntta misses with a hook. Rivers ducked under it nicely.
A slow jab from Juntta misses its intended target.
Rivers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rivers lands with a thumping leg kick.
Rivers throws a hook but Juntta blocks it.
Rivers uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Rivers moves out of range of the body kick from Juntta.
Rivers has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Juntta looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.
Rivers displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Juntta throws out the jab.
Rivers appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T2#
Rivers misses with a body punch
and Juntta connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Juntta throws a looping overhand right but Rivers ducks down to avoid it.
Rivers scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Juntta just misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers missing with a left hand there. Juntta was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rivers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Juntta throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Juntta walks into a jab.
Rivers sizes up Juntta with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Rivers needs to keep his hands up - Juntta had a free shot at his head there.
Juntta closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Juntta tests Rivers's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A clash of legs there as Juntta blocks the low kick.
Rivers misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Rivers lands a slapping body shot.
Juntta fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rivers has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Rivers misses with a low kick as Juntta jumps back.
Juntta throws a chopping leg kick but Rivers manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Juntta uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rivers.
Rivers scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A big right from Rivers misses.
Rivers swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Juntta jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Juntta fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rivers has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Rivers misses with a hook. Juntta ducked under it nicely.
Juntta appears to be looking for a big counter.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rivers. That's going to slow Juntta down.
Juntta misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Rivers on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Juntta misses with a body shot.
Juntta connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T4#
Juntta misses with a looping right.
Juntta lands with a kick to the ribs.
Rivers tries to score with a low kick but Juntta moves his leg out of the way.
It looked like Juntta was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Rivers.
Juntta waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rivers.
Rivers drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers misses with a hook. Juntta ducked under it nicely.
Rivers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Juntta thows a body kick. Rivers tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Rivers scores with a jab to the jaw.
Juntta throws a hook but Rivers blocks it.
Rivers throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Juntta is looking to counter punch.
Juntta fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Rivers misses with a jab to the body
enabling Juntta to counter with a crisp jab.
Juntta swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Jesse Juntta did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Juntta will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Rivers connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Juntta momentarily.
Rivers throws a hook to the side of Juntta's head but Juntta sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rivers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Juntta throws a leg kick but Rivers checks it.
Rivers takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Rivers moves out of range as Juntta strikes.
Rivers wants to land a leg kick but Juntta is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juntta takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Juntta misses with a body shot.
Rivers appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Juntta throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Juntta lands a right hook to the body.
Juntta looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.#T1#
Juntta ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Juntta appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Rivers throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Juntta takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Rivers scores with a nice strike.
Juntta takes one to the chin there.
Rivers keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Juntta.
Juntta misses with a wild body shot.
Rivers avoids the body shot from Juntta.
Rivers throws a low kick but it's checked well by Juntta.
Juntta looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Juntta misses its target.
Juntta misses with a hook to the body
and Rivers counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Juntta ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Rivers rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Juntta counter with a right hand. #T2#
Rivers fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Rivers lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Rivers throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Juntta sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Juntta tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rivers. Juntta does a little dance to reset his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Juntta misses the target.
Juntta misses with a kick to the body.
Rivers takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Rivers throws a body punch but Juntta moves out of range.
Juntta lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Rivers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Juntta. #CL#
Juntta rushes Rivers and presses him up against the cage.
Juntta throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Rivers struggles to land a body shot inside as Juntta controls his hands.
Juntta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rivers blocks the elbow strike. #T3#
Rivers lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Juntta misses with an elbow over the top.
Rivers lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rivers dodges an elbow strike from Juntta.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Juntta.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Rivers takes an elbow to the temple.
Juntta tries to work over Rivers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rivers working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
A short uppercut from Rivers.
Juntta pushes off an throws an elbow but Rivers leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Rivers blocks an elbow strike from Juntta.
Nice body punch from Rivers - that landed with a thud.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Juntta.
A head punch on the inside from Rivers fails to land.
Rivers prevents a body shot from Juntta.
Juntta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rivers's elbow. #T4#
Juntta creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Rivers swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Juntta stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Rivers lands with a short punch from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
Juntta lands an elbow just above Rivers 's eye.
Juntta lands an elbow inside that Rivers shrugs off. #CUT#That has opened up Tom Rivers's cut even more.
Juntta misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers avoids a wild elbow strike from Juntta.
Juntta blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rivers lands an uppercut.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Rivers lands an uppercut.
Juntta goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rivers.
Rivers avoids a wild elbow strike from Juntta.
Juntta tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Juntta blocking some punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Rivers throws a hook but Juntta avoids it easily.
Rivers lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Rivers avoids a kick to the body.
Rivers stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Rivers throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Juntta's head.
Rivers lands with an overhand left.
Rivers misses with a wild body shot.
Juntta is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Rivers connects with the punch.
Juntta cracks Rivers with a good jab.
Rivers throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juntta walks into a stiff left hand from Rivers.
Juntta is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Rivers bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rivers! But no joy.
Rivers gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Juntta.
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!
Rivers has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Juntta finds it's way round the side to connect with Rivers's head. #T1#
Juntta misses with a wild body shot.
And Rivers responds with a good body kick, but Juntta manages to step out the way in time.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rivers. Juntta does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rivers throws a hook but Juntta blocks it.
Juntta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rivers.
Rivers takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Juntta uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rivers.
Juntta throws a leg kick but Rivers sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Juntta.
Juntta throws a head kick that misses.
Rivers scores with a leg kick.
Rivers throws out a powerful jab.
Juntta slips a straight right by Rivers.
Rivers misses with a hook. Juntta ducked under it nicely.
Jesse Juntta has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Juntta throws a front kick that sends Rivers stumbling back into the cage.
Nice body punch from Rivers.
Rivers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Juntta manages to avoid it.
Juntta swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rivers scores with a decent looking hook.
Rivers's jab looks to have found its range, popping Juntta under the eye.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Juntta slips under a jab from Rivers.
Juntta on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Rivers finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Rivers lands a jab to Juntta's midsection.
Rivers waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Juntta.
Rivers will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Juntta wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Rivers scores with a hook.
Juntta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rivers. #T3#
Juntta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Juntta takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Juntta ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Jab from Rivers.
Juntta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rivers misses with a low kick.
Tom Rivers is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Juntta is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Juntta missing with a left hand there. Rivers was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rivers throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rivers.
Rivers pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rivers dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Juntta slips a jab from Rivers.
Rivers slips a straight right by Juntta.
Juntta checks a low kick from Rivers.
Juntta throws a leg kick but Rivers sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Juntta waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rivers.
Juntta keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Rivers steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Juntta.
Juntta throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Rivers counters with a slapping leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rivers blocks a low kick nicely.
A left lands for Rivers.
Rivers lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Rivers throws a nice outside leg kick.
Juntta moves out of range of the body kick from Rivers.
Juntta is looking for a counter combo.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tom Rivers comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Rivers 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 46:49
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 46:49
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tom Rivers!
Tom Rivers is the new lightweight champion!
Tom Rivers tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: Grunge 45: They Live
Date: May 16, 2021

#R1#
Bully moves away from the strike by Rivers.
Rivers misses with a straight left.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Bully has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Bully attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bully with a hook.
Good work by Rivers as he checks the leg kick.
Bully throws the left hand but Rivers avoids the punch easily.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rivers.
A big right from Bully misses.
Nice cross by Bully.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A nice left hand lands by Rivers. #BC#
Rivers pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rivers tries to close the distance and clinch but Bully swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A swing and a miss from Bully.
Bully throws a lazy head kick
and Rivers counters with a stiff 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!
Rivers scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bully in his tracks. #T1#
Bully takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Rivers moves out of range of the leg kick from Bully.
Rivers ducks under a wild hook from Bully.
Bully misses with an uppercut
and Rivers counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bully defending well as Rivers loads up on a big left hand.
Rivers walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Rivers staying out of range there.
Bully tries a head kick but it misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Rivers misses its target.
Rivers jabs at Bully's body.
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Rivers scores with a body shot.
Bully throws a right hand that misses
and Rivers counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bully stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Rivers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bully throws a poor cross that misses
letting Rivers counter with a right hand.
Rivers throws a sloppy head kick and Bully moves out of range easily. #T2#
A combination from Bully does no damage.
Bully catches Rivers with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Rivers tries to land a front kick but Bully steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bully looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Rivers lands a jab to Bully's midsection.
Rivers uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bully.
Rivers tried to counter with a leg kick but Bully avoided it.
Rivers avoids the body shot from Bully.
Bully throws a hook but Rivers blocks it.
Bully takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tom Rivers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rivers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fighters circling - Bully throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bully smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bully connects with a jab.
Rivers throws a head kick that Bully semi-blocks.
Bully throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Rivers counters with a nice leg kick.
Rivers throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bully.#T3#
Rivers scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bully throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rivers sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rivers throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A low kick from Bully is predictable there
and Bully takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rivers thows a leg kick but Bully checks it #TD2#
and Bully decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Rivers's guard.
Bully wants to control from the top but Rivers keeps moving.
Bully with a nice head shot there.
Rivers has his hands on Bully's head, controlling the position.
Bully is working Rivers over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T4#
Bully in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bully wants to pass the guard but Rivers is keeping the position.#SUB#
Rivers looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Bully is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Rivers is trying to control the position but Bully postures up.
Rivers tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bully missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
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 Tom Rivers will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Rivers fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rivers dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bully. That did some damage!
Rivers throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Rivers lands a slapping body shot.
Rivers walks into a jab.
Rivers with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bully throws an overhand right that lands on Rivers's shoulder, as Rivers tries to avoid the shot.
Rivers was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#TD2#
Bully drives through with a takedown into guard.
Rivers keeping moving, preventing Bully from controlling successfully.
Rivers is looking to stand up but Bully isn't so interested in that idea.
Bully trying to control but Rivers is working from the bottom. #T1#
Rivers is trying to keep Bully in close.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bully trying to control the position from guard on top but Rivers is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Rivers avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rivers avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rivers looks for the body kick but Bully saw that one coming. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bully throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rivers.
Rivers tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bully swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Good shot there by Bully.
Rivers looks to score with a jab to the body but Bully is just out of range.
Bully takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
Some bone on bone action there as Bully checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rivers thuds a left hand into Bully's body.
Bully dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Rivers. That did some damage!
Bully lands a nice shot to the body.
Rivers throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bully takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bully looks to land a left hand but Rivers moved out of range nicely.
Rivers avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Rivers.
Rivers throws a wild body kick that Bully sees coming a mile off.
Bully throws out a counter right but Rivers avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Rivers throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bully moves out of range of the body kick from Rivers.
Bully throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Bully takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Rivers blocks a jab.
Bully swings widly with a right hand
and Rivers connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bully lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bully pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rivers gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bully throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rivers sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rivers throwing a counter right hand but Bully manages to avoid it.
Rivers looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bully throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Rivers swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Rivers scores with a jab. Bully acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bully throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
Rivers throws a hook to the side of Bully's head but Bully sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bully misses the body punch
letting Rivers counter with a right hand.
Bully on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bully moves out of range of the body kick.
Rivers chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Rivers throws a leg kick which misses Bully's front leg but catches the back leg as Bully tries to avoid it.
Rivers checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Rivers takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Rivers fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bully checks it well.
Bully throws out a counter right but Rivers avoids it with no problem.
Tom Rivers is winning the standup battle so far.
Rivers connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Rivers bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Rivers bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bully dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A lazy body kick from Bully
and Rivers counters with a good low kick that Bully was not able to check.
Nice shot lands for Rivers.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Rivers just misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bully is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Bully takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Rivers ducks under a wild hook from Bully.
Rivers jabs Bully to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bully misses with a low kick as Rivers jumps back.
Rivers throws a body shot but no joy.
Rivers displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bully throws out the jab.
Bully throws a leg kick that is checked
and Rivers counters with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers misses with a head kick.
Bully scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A big right from Rivers misses.
A swing and a miss from Rivers.
Bully blocks a leg kick.#T1#
Bully loads up on a big right hand but Rivers slips the punch.
Bully keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rivers.
Rivers on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bully. Bully obviously looking to wear him down.
Bully waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rivers.
Rivers avoids the body shot from Bully.
A quick step to the side and Rivers tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bully misses with a low kick.
Bully throws a jab when Rivers was well out of range.
Rivers lands a head kick!
Rivers blocks a leg kick.#TD2#
Bully drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bully throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Rivers works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rivers is on top in guard. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rivers controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
Cyber Bully has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rivers throws a strike but Bully rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T3#
Bully trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Bully working some strikes from top position.
Bully stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rivers swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tom Rivers is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rivers pulls Bully in to control the position.
Bully throwing strikes from guard but Rivers blocks nicely. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Rivers pulls Bully in to control the position.
Rivers is trying to hold Bully in close to prevent damage but Bully has managed to pass into half guard. #SUB2#
Bully is trying to work for a kimura but Rivers is defending well.
Rivers is trying to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rivers trying to control but Bully postures up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: Grunge 43: Pearl Jam
Date: May 01, 2021

#R1#
Juntta looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.
Rivers throws a half hearted mid kick.
Rivers looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Juntta misses with a wild body shot.
Rivers bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A lazy body kick from Juntta
and Rivers counters with a stiff right hand.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Juntta moves forwards but Rivers connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Juntta pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rivers with a nice cross.
Juntta keeps Rivers at a distance using the push kick.
Rivers avoids the body shot from Juntta.
A little feinted left hand from Rivers on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rivers misses with an uppercut
and Juntta counters with a three punch combo that has Rivers backing up. Rivers nods at Juntta to acknowledge the strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rivers misses with a looping right.
Juntta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've been informed that Juntta 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.
Juntta cracks Rivers with an open hand slap.#T1#
Rivers misses with an uppercut.
Rivers misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rivers scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Rivers throws a body kick that misses.
Juntta just misses with a punch to the body.
Juntta fails with an attempt to clinch.
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Juntta ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Juntta misses with a shot to the body
and Rivers counters with a lovely shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Rivers throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rivers backing away here, and Juntta unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#CL2#
Juntta drives through and clinches with Rivers against the cage.
Rivers blocks the elbow strike.
Juntta lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Juntta gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Tom Rivers has been cut.
Juntta pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Nice body punch from Rivers. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rivers lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rivers blocks an elbow strike.
Juntta misses with a body punch.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Juntta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Juntta prevents a body shot from Rivers.
Juntta works on Rivers's body with a couple of short punches.
Juntta misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Juntta.
Rivers misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Rivers pushes Juntta back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Rivers.
Rivers blocks a body shot from Juntta.
Juntta fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers is working Juntta over against the cage.
Juntta misses with an elbow strike.
Rivers presses Juntta against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Juntta tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rivers lands a left hand that snaps the head of Juntta backwards. #T3#
Juntta working aggressively here. #BC#
Rivers escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rivers takes a swing at Juntta's ribcage but misses.
Rivers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Juntta.
Juntta now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Nice body kick from Rivers.
Rivers connects with a right hand. Juntta shakes it off.
Juntta feints and then cracks Rivers's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rivers down.
Juntta takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #CL2#
Juntta moves into range and clinches up with Rivers.
Juntta misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rivers throws a head kick that Juntta semi-blocks. #ROC#Juntta is rocked!#CL2#
Juntta gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rivers throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Juntta sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Juntta steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#T4#
Juntta scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Juntta.
Juntta connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Rivers misses with a double jab
and Juntta counters with a stiff right hand.
Juntta pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rivers lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Rivers swings for the body but Juntta moves out of range.
Juntta misses with an uppercut.
Juntta clobbers Rivers with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Juntta scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rivers doesn't seem bothered though.
Juntta moves out of range of the body kick from Rivers.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rivers throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Juntta counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rivers thinking.
Juntta misses with a hook
and Rivers counters with a nice uppercut.
Juntta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Juntta.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jesse Juntta will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers's cut.
That's time! Rivers's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Juntta with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Juntta throws a right hand that Rivers ducks under and follows up with a left that Rivers also avoids with ease.
Juntta misses with a body kick.
A shot to the body from Rivers misses
and Juntta counters with a slapping leg kick.
Rivers throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Juntta! But no joy.
Rivers misses with a left hand
and Juntta counters with a straight right hand.
Juntta missing with a left hand there. Rivers was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Juntta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rivers lands with a right hand.
Juntta scores with a one two! Rivers had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Juntta comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Juntta jabs Rivers to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Juntta throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Juntta misses with a straight right.
Rivers misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Juntta connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Rivers blocks the body kick.
Jesse Juntta seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rivers takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Juntta wants to clinch up but Rivers keeps it at a distance.
A telegraphed right hand from Juntta misses the target.
Rivers throws a shot from downtown. Juntta moves away and avoids it.
Rivers throws a body punch but Juntta moves out of range.
Juntta throws a jab but it's blocked by Rivers.
Juntta jabs at Rivers's body.
Rivers throws a hook but Juntta avoids it easily.
Juntta looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Juntta scores with a kick to the midsection.#T2#
Juntta tries a head kick but it misses.
Rivers was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Rivers moves out of range of the body kick.
Juntta is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rivers.
Juntta checks a leg kick.
Rivers bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tom Rivers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Juntta shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Rivers showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Juntta.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Rivers.
Rivers takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Rivers misses with a low kick.
Juntta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Juntta thuds his right hand into Rivers's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Juntta misses with a head kick. #T3#
Rivers avoids the body shot from Juntta.
Rivers lands a jab.
Rivers just misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers with a nice calf kick.
Juntta slips under a jab from Rivers.
A jab from Juntta misses.
Rivers is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Juntta misses with a hook. Rivers ducked under it nicely.
Rivers takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Rivers checks a low kick from Juntta.
Rivers takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Juntta avoids the head kick by Rivers.
Juntta shapes to counter with a head kick.
Juntta misses with a head kick.
Juntta lands a nice shot that snaps Rivers's head back.
Juntta blocks a low kick nicely.#T4#
Juntta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rivers.
Rivers misses with a head kick.
Rivers throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rivers steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Juntta.
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!
Juntta checks a leg kick.
Rivers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Juntta.
Juntta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Juntta throws a right and a left that Rivers avoids nicely.
Juntta throws out a loose jab but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Juntta takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
Juntta scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Juntta misses with a two punch combination.
Rivers jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jesse Juntta showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers's cut.
That's time! Rivers's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Rivers takes a swing at Juntta's ribcage but misses.
Juntta doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#CL2#
Juntta closes the distance and clinches.
Rivers takes an elbow to the temple.
Juntta lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Rivers.
Rivers working aggressively here. #BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Juntta has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Juntta throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers scores with a jab to the jaw.
Juntta tries to land a body kick
and Rivers counters with a good low kick that Juntta was not able to check.
Rivers just misses with a punch to the body.
Juntta looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Juntta throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers throws a chopping leg kick but Juntta manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Juntta tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rivers keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Juntta.
Juntta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rivers throws out the jab. #T1#
Rivers throws a looping overhand right but Juntta ducks down to avoid it.
Rivers looks for the body kick but Juntta saw that one coming.
Juntta throws a body shot but no joy.
Juntta lands a right hook to the body.
Rivers throws a looping overhand right but Juntta ducks down to avoid it.
Rivers misses with the body kick
and Juntta counters with a two punch combo.
Rivers throws a leg kick but Juntta checks it.
Rivers takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rivers throws a lazy body kick
and Juntta counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rivers thinking.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rivers. Juntta does a little dance to reset his feet.
Juntta throws a big counter head kick but Rivers avoids it with no problem.
Juntta lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Juntta throws a half hearted mid kick.#CL2#
Juntta moves into range and clinches up with Rivers.
Juntta lands a body shot. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers takes an elbow to the temple.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
Rivers goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Juntta tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
I was talking to Rivers's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Rivers lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Juntta.
Rivers blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Juntta creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Rivers's defenses. #BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch.
Rivers misses with a right hand
and Juntta counters with a nice uppercut.
Rivers misses with the body kick
and Juntta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Juntta lands with an uppercut that bounces Rivers off the cage and back into range.
Juntta on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Rivers - that will leave a mark!
Juntta misses with a hook to the body
and Rivers counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rivers misses with an attempted mid kick. #T3#
Rivers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Juntta was well out of range. Poor timing from Rivers.
Juntta throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers throws a jab but it's blocked by Juntta.
Juntta slips under a jab from Rivers.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rivers. Juntta does a little dance to reset his feet.
Juntta fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rivers.
Rivers lands with a right hand.
A head kick misses from Juntta.
Juntta lands a jab.
Juntta takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Rivers darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Juntta is still on wobbly legs! Can Rivers finish him?
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Juntta moves away.#T4#
Rivers rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Juntta counter with a right hand.
Juntta slips a straight right by Rivers.
Juntta seems to have recovered his senses.
Rivers looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Rivers is looking to land body kicks.
Rivers showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Juntta.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers looks to throw the jab but Juntta is out of range.
Juntta lands with a nice body kick.
Rivers wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Rivers misses with a straight right.
Rivers fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Juntta on the side of the head.
Juntta lands a nice hook to Rivers's body. Rivers takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Juntta thumps Rivers with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Jesse Juntta just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers's cut.
That's time! Rivers's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Rivers misses with an uppercut
and Juntta finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.#KD#
Rivers lands a big uppercut and Juntta crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Juntta looks OK. Rivers waves Juntta back to his feet!
Juntta misses with a hook. Rivers ducked under it nicely.
Juntta takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Rivers drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Juntta scores with a head kick. Rivers tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Rivers thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Juntta if he has to take too many more of those.
Juntta lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Rivers takes a swing at Juntta's ribcage but misses.
Rivers tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rivers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Juntta.
Rivers slips a jab and a cross from Juntta.
It looked like Rivers wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rivers misses with a series of wild punches.
Juntta unleashes a big counter combination but Rivers bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T1#
Juntta checks the leg kick.
Rivers throws a jab but it's blocked by Juntta.
Rivers pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rivers moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromJuntta.#CL#
Rivers moves into the clinch.
Rivers tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Juntta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Juntta lands a body punch in the clinch. #BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Juntta missing with a left hand there. Rivers was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rivers pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rivers wants to slow Juntta down by chopping away at his legs.
Nice shot by Rivers.#T2#
Juntta listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Rivers misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rivers throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Juntta lands with a shot to the body.
Rivers connects with a body shot.
Rivers takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Juntta comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Rivers throws a leg kick
and Juntta counters with a head kick. That will keep Rivers thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Rivers misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Rivers throws a body shot but no joy.
Juntta uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rivers. #CL#
Rivers has managed to clinch. #T3#
Rivers misses with some punches.
Jesse Juntta seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Rivers scores with a shoulder strike.
Juntta throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
Juntta presses Rivers against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Rivers blocks an elbow strike from Juntta.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Juntta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rivers will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Juntta lands a hook that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Rivers tries to break the clinch but Juntta is controlling the position.
Rivers has a couple of punches blocked by Juntta.
Juntta lands an elbow that stopped Rivers in his tracks for a moment.
Juntta misses with a body punch.
Rivers lands a shoulder strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Juntta.#BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Juntta pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Both fighters circling a little - Juntta finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #T4#
Rivers takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Juntta feints and then cracks Rivers's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rivers down.
Juntta lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Juntta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Juntta fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Juntta changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Juntta.
Juntta blocks the body kick.
Juntta throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Rivers counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Juntta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Juntta.
Juntta tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Juntta uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rivers.
Juntta avoids the head kick by Rivers.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Tom Rivers will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
Juntta throws the kick towards the body but Rivers avoids it.
Juntta misses with a shot to the body
enabling Rivers to counter with a crisp jab.
Rivers on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Juntta tries to clinch but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Juntta jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rivers misses with a body shot.
A big right from Rivers misses.
Juntta moves away from the strike by Rivers.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juntta staying out of range there.
Rivers connects with a solid leg kick.
Juntta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Juntta misses with an uppercut.
Rivers seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#T1#
Rivers throws a jab but it's blocked by Juntta.
Rivers avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Rivers lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Juntta thows a body kick. Rivers tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Juntta just misses with a punch to the body.
Juntta swats away the attempt to clinch by Rivers.
Rivers throws a chopping leg kick but Juntta manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Juntta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fighters circling - Juntta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rivers. Juntta does a little dance to reset his feet.
Juntta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Juntta moves out of range of the body kick.
Rivers slips under a jab.
Tom Rivers has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jesse Juntta is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Juntta pushes Rivers away with a front kick.
Both fighters circling a little - Rivers finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Juntta moves away from the strike by Rivers.
Juntta tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Rivers cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Juntta connects with a jab.#CL#
Rivers clinches up against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Juntta.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
With the fighters up against the cage, Juntta throws an elbow but misses.
Juntta lands an elbow inside that Rivers shrugs off. #BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rivers misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Juntta blocks the body kick.
Juntta keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #T3#
Juntta connects with a crisp jab.
Juntta 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.
Juntta avoids the body shot from Rivers.
Juntta throws a series of strikes that have Rivers backpedaling.
Rivers throws out a loose jab but Juntta uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rivers on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Rivers throws a shot to the body.
Juntta lands a lovely overhand right.
Rivers throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Juntta sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Juntta looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Juntta fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rivers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Juntta fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Juntta scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T4#
Rivers's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Juntta connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Rivers scrambles back to his feet.
Juntta tries to score with a low kick but Rivers moves his leg out of the way.
Juntta digs a good hook to Rivers's body.
Rivers throws a jab but it's blocked by Juntta.
Juntta throws a leg kick which misses Rivers's front leg but catches the back leg as Rivers tries to avoid it.
Rivers scores with a nice right hand.
Rivers throws a lazy uppercut
and Juntta counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
No joy there for Rivers, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rivers looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Rivers throws a hook to the side of Juntta's head but Juntta sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Juntta connects with a leg kick.
Juntta takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Juntta scores with a sloppy right hand. Rivers should have avoided that one.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jesse Juntta comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Juntta 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 46:50
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 47:49
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jesse Juntta!
Jesse Juntta is the new lightweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Jesse Juntta thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Tom Rivers spoke after the fight, saying 'good fight'.

Event: Grunge 38: Tad
Date: Mar 14, 2021

#R1#
Rivers moves out of range as Aleksy strikes.
A big left from Rivers misses.
Tytus Aleksy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rivers misses with a hook
and Rivers takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#It looks like Tom Rivers has been cut.
Aleksy misses with a wild combination.
Aleksy has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Rivers.
Rivers cracks Aleksy with an open hand slap.
Aleksy scores with a one two! Rivers had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Aleksy throws a series of punches but Rivers moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rivers. Aleksy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Aleksy throws a right and a left that both miss.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers scores with a body shot.
Some wild striking there from Aleksy.
Rivers lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
A combination from Aleksy does no damage.
Aleksy lands the left hand.
Aleksy throws a body kick that misses
and Rivers counters with a nice low kick that buckles Aleksy's knee momentarily.
Rivers ducks under a wild hook from Aleksy.#T1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Rivers.
Aleksy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rivers lands the left hand.
A big right from Aleksy misses.
Rivers takes a swing at Aleksy's ribcage but misses.
Rivers buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Rivers bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Aleksy tries a head kick but it misses.
Rivers throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Aleksy throws a body kick that misses
and Rivers counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Aleksy thinking.
Rivers displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aleksy throws out the jab.
Aleksy fails with an attempt to clinch.
Aleksy dives in and grabs Rivers's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rivers pushes down on Aleksy's head and hops out.
Aleksy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Aleksy looks winded!
Aleksy misses with a hook. Rivers ducked under it nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Aleksy throws an overhand right that lands on Rivers's shoulder, as Rivers tries to avoid the shot.
Rivers connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T2#
Aleksy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rivers lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Rivers looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Aleksy scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Rivers scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Rivers stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Aleksy doesn't manage to clinch there - Rivers circles away. #KD#
Rivers drops Aleksy with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Aleksy looks back up at him and smiles so Rivers waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Aleksy is rocked!
Aleksy is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Rivers doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Aleksy crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Aleksy's bad books for that mishap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tom Rivers!
Tom Rivers retains his lightweight title!
In his post fight interview, Tom Rivers started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Grunge 33: King Animal
Date: Feb 07, 2021

#R1#
Knox swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rivers with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Knox fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rivers. That's going to slow Knox down.
Rivers tries to move into range but Knox moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Rivers connects with a body shot that sends Knox's belly button to the back.
A low kick lands for Rivers.
Rivers throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Knox! But no joy.
Rivers ducks under a wild hook from Knox.
Rivers throws a jab when Knox was well out of range.
Knox lands a nice shot that snaps Rivers's head back.
Good shot there by Rivers.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Knox throws a right hand that misses
and Rivers makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Tom Rivers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Rivers displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Knox throws out the jab.
Knox takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Knox fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Knox slips a jab and a cross from Rivers.
Knox throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rivers lands the left hand.
Knox throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Rivers counters with a stiff right hand.
Rivers connects with a single shot there.
A swing and a miss from Knox.
Knox missing with a left hand there. Rivers was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Knox checks a leg kick.
Knox moves forwards but Rivers connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Knox stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rivers throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Knox misses with a body shot.
Knox gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Rivers.
Donk. Knox catches Rivers right on the button with a cross.
Rivers moves out of range of the strikes.
Knox rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Knox takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC#Knox is rocked!
A jab from Rivers finds it's way through Knox's defenses.
Knox is still on wobbly legs! Can Rivers finish him?
Rivers tries to move into range but Knox moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
We've been informed that Knox 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.
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Rivers engages and cracks Knox with a massive lead left hook - Knox tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Rivers is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tom Rivers!
Tom Rivers retains his lightweight title!
Tom Rivers decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
Beta Knox spoke after the fight, saying '"If you havenï¿½t lost in this sport, you havenï¿½t fought the right guys yet." (Matt Hughes) '.

Event: Grunge 29: Vitalogy
Date: Jan 09, 2021

#R1#
Rivers drops his hands momentarily and Tyraanicao takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Tom Rivers has been cut.
Rivers darts in trying to clinch
and Tyraanicao counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Rivers feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tyraanicaos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Tyraanicao sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Rivers throws a head kick but Tyraanicao moves out of range.
Tyraanicao loads up on a big right hand but Rivers slips the punch.
Tyraanicao avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers swings for the body but Tyraanicao moves out of range.
Rivers throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyraanicao.
Rivers fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tyraanicao is out of range.
Rivers throws a half hearted mid kick.#T1#
Rivers scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rivers. Tyraanicao does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tom Rivers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rivers takes a swing at Tyraanicao's ribcage but misses.
Tyraanicao 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.
Tyraanicao throws a head kick that misses
and Rivers counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rivers with a hook.#ROC#Tyraanicao is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Bostar Tyraanicao has been cut.
A telegraphed right hand from Rivers misses the target.
Tyraanicao walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tyraanicao is still on wobbly legs! Can Rivers finish him?
Tyraanicao misses with a wild body shot.
Tyraanicao looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.
Tyraanicao seems to have recovered his senses.
Tyraanicao throws a sloppy head kick and Rivers moves out of range easily.
Rivers scores with a push kick.#T2##CL#
Rivers has managed to clinch. #BC#
Rivers escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tyraanicao fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rivers.
A slow jab from Rivers misses its intended target.
Tyraanicao tries to bum rush Rivers with a series of wild strikes but Rivers uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Rivers fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tyraanicao.
Rivers cracks a nice hook into Tyraanicao's ribs.
Rivers smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tyraanicao loads up on a big right hand but Rivers slips the punch.
Rivers rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tyraanicao moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tyraanicao just misses with a punch to the body. #T3##KD#
Rivers lands a big right hand that sends Tyraanicao crashing to the mat! Rivers stays standing though and waves Tyraanicao back to his feet!
Rivers throws a nasty head kick that just misses. He throws another kick to the head of his opponent and almost takes it off! Tyraanicao crumples to the floor and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Tom Rivers!
Tom Rivers retains his lightweight title!
In his post fight interview, Tom Rivers started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Bostar Tyraanicao spoke after the fight, saying 'Shit, I need to fuck a goat.'.

Event: Grunge 26: Ultramega OK
Date: Dec 19, 2020

#R1#
Rivers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bully misses with a body kick.
Bully tried to score with a low kick but Rivers checks it.
Bully takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bully misses with a body shot.
Bully stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bully throws a left and a right that both miss
and Rivers counters with a nice leg kick.
Some wild striking there from Bully.
Rivers swings for the body but Bully moves out of range.
Rivers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bully manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bully takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
Rivers tries a quick counter leg kick but Bully is wise to it.
Bully throws a lazy right hand but Rivers sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bully has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Marijuana Gardens in the buildup to the fight.
Rivers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rivers is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bully with a body shot.
Bully throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rivers sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bully fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Rivers looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T1#
Rivers stuffs the takedown.
Rivers swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rivers lands a head shot.
Bully attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bully throws a leg kick but Rivers checks it.
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bully moves away.
Bully throws the kick towards the body but Rivers avoids it.
Bully backing away here, and Rivers unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Bully misses the shot to the body.
Bully throws a lazy uppercut
and Rivers connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bully. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bully throws a lazy uppercut
and Rivers counters with a straight right hand.
Rivers throws a leg kick
and Bully counters with a left and a right that stings Rivers.
Rivers lands a jab to Bully's midsection.
Bully motions for Rivers to come forward. Bully throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
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!
Rivers is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bully.
Rivers dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bully avoids the head kick by Rivers.
Bully was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Bully.
A slow jab from Bully misses its intended target.
Rivers throws a head kick that Bully semi-blocks.
Rivers attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Rivers takes one to the chin there.
Rivers digs a good hook to Bully's body.
Bully throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Rivers throws a leg kick but Bully sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Rivers looks to throw the jab but Bully is out of range.
Bully feinted with a counter takedown.
Bully misses with a straight right.
Rivers lands a jab to the head.
Rivers fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bully looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bully shoots in looking for a takedown. Rivers tries to sprawl out of it but Bully keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Rivers manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T3#
Bully digs a good hook to Rivers's body.
Bully throws a jab but it's blocked by Rivers.
Bully takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Rivers throws a sloppy head kick and Bully moves out of range easily.
Rivers cracks Bully with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bully moves away.
Bully takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Rivers lands with a hook. Bully tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Good leg kick by Rivers.
Rivers throws a lazy head kick
and Bully counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bully ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Rivers cracks Bully with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bully on the wrong end of a kick to the body. #T4#
Rivers defending well as Bully loads up on a big left hand.
Rivers is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bully with a body shot.
Bully fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Rivers is out of range.
Rivers stalks Bully and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Bully's face. Bully staggers backwards, shaken.
Rivers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rivers is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Bully had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Bully looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tom Rivers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rivers takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bully connects with a body shot that sends Rivers's belly button to the back.
Rivers swinging wildly here.
Bully misses with a kick to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bully misses with a leg kick
and Rivers counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rivers misses with a hook. Bully ducked under it nicely.
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Bully throws a leg kick but Rivers sees it coming and checks it nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers dominated that round.
That's time! Bully's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Bully swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bully waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rivers.
Bully wants to land a leg kick but Rivers is out of range.
Rivers throws a leg kick but Bully checks it.
Rivers has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bully 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.
Bully throws a body shot but no joy.
Rivers looks to land a right hand but Bully moved out of range.
Bully was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Bully might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Rivers throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bully throws a wild body kick that Rivers sees coming a mile off.
A telegraphed right hand from Rivers misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers throws out a loose jab but Bully uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rivers lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bully throws a push kick but Rivers slaps the foot to one side.
Bully uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rivers.
Bully takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T1#
Rivers throws a looping overhand right but Bully ducks down to avoid it.
Bully quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Rivers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bully was well out of range. Poor timing from Rivers.
Bully wants to land a leg kick but Rivers is out of range.
Bully is looking to slow Rivers down with leg kicks.
A jab from Bully misses.
Rivers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tom Rivers seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A swing and a miss from Rivers.
Bully avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rivers just misses with a punch to the body.
Bully lands a jab to Rivers's midsection.
Rivers scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Rivers slips a jab from Bully.
Rivers misses with a wild body shot.
It looked like Bully wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rivers digs a good body shot into Bully's ribs.
Rivers fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bully.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bully checks the leg kick.
Rivers throws a low kick but Bully moves out of range easily.
Rivers fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bully checks it well.
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bully moves away.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Bully - that will leave a mark!
Bully tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bully throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Bully throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bully misses with an uppercut.
A nice side step and Rivers releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Rivers connects with an inside leg kick.
Bully throws a front kick aimed at Rivers's knee but Rivers avoids it well.
Rivers scores with a jab to the head.
Nice straight punches there by Bully. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bully.
Bully on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T3#
Decent striking displayed by Rivers there.
Bully takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bully feints a jab promting Rivers to slip. Bully then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Rivers slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Bully misses with a straight right.
Rivers uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bully.
A little jabbing left from Rivers on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rivers misses with a looping left.
A counter left hand to the body from Bully misses its target.
Bully misses with a looping left.
Rivers slips a jab from Bully.
Rivers walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bully defending well as Rivers loads up on a big left hand.
Bully finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Rivers connects with a leg kick.
Rivers throws a body shot but no joy.
Bully loads up on a big right hand but Rivers slips the punch.#T4#
Bully looks for the body kick but Rivers saw that one coming.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bully throws a body shot but no joy.
Rivers misses with a wild body shot.
Bully will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Bully is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#TD#
Bully dives in and scores a takedown into Rivers's guard.
Rivers pulls Bully in close to his closed guard and prevents Bully from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB#
Bully is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Rivers is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Rivers has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Rivers is stalling in the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Tom Rivers will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3#
Bully looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Rivers with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Rivers moves away from the strike by Bully.
Rivers throws a nice looking combination but Bully bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bully appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bully.
Bully throws a lazy body kick
and Rivers counters with a left to the body.
A head kick misses from Bully.
Nice defenses there by Rivers.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bully bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bully fires out a quick counter leg kick but Rivers just manages to avoid it.
Rivers walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Bully checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bully takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Bully throws a shot from downtown. Rivers moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Rivers misses with a wild body shot.
Bully takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bully throws a lazy body kick
and Rivers counters with a leg kick.
Rivers will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Bully misses with a right hand
and Rivers counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Rivers. Bully shrugs it off though.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Rivers lands with a shot to the body.
Rivers misses with a head kick.
Rivers is looking to slow Bully down with leg kicks.
Bully avoids the head kick by Rivers.
Bully takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bully motions for Rivers to come forward. Bully throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bully throws a jab but it's blocked by Rivers.
Rivers throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bully half committed to a counter leg kick.#T2#
Rivers defending well as Bully loads up on a big left hand.
Bully closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Bully crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Rivers - the referee stops the clock and Bully gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Rivers. Bully manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Rivers dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bully. That did some damage!
Bully darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bully shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Rivers moves out of range of the leg kick from Bully.
Rivers misses with a straight right.
Rivers misses with a few strikes there.
Rivers 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.
Rivers fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bully has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Rivers swings widly with a right hand
and Bully counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rivers will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T3#
The fighters circling - Rivers throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bully shoots for a double leg takedown but Rivers sprawls well. He's pushed Bully's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Rivers on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bully. Bully obviously looking to wear him down.
Rivers connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Rivers turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bully 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.
Rivers swinging wildly here.
Bully throws a predictable looking body shot
and Rivers counters with a stiff right hand.
Bully throws the kick towards the body but Rivers avoids it.
Despite the aggression on Rivers's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bully gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bully swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bully will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #T4#
Rivers stuns Bully with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Rivers lands with a thumping leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rivers with a nice cross.
Bully slips a jab and a cross from Rivers.
Good leg kick by Rivers.
Rivers walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bully chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bully on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Rivers lands a leg kick that knocks Bully off balance momentarily.
Bully looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Rivers takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rivers uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bully.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bully.
Rivers waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bully.
Bully throws a quick counter kick to the body but Rivers avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers really dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Bully avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Rivers lands a head kick!
Rivers lands a leg kick that knocks Bully off balance momentarily.
Bully looks to land a left hand but Rivers moved out of range nicely.
Bully throws a big shot that misses.
Bully misses with a hook. Rivers ducked under it nicely.
Bully misses with a body shot.
Rivers is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Bully swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bully looks for the body kick but Rivers saw that one coming.
Rivers is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bully with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Bully misses the target.
Bully scores with a jab. Rivers acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Rivers throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Rivers takes a swing at Bully's ribcage but misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Bully misses the target.
Bully stuns Rivers with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Rivers lands a jab to Bully's midsection.
Rivers connects with a body shot that sends Bully's belly button to the back.
Rivers cracks Bully with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bully throws an off balance right hand
and Rivers counters with a stiff right hand.
Bully scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers misses with a head kick.
Rivers displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bully throws out the jab.
Bully keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rivers.
A big left from Rivers misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bully. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Rivers throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
As Rivers backs away, Bully returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Rivers slips a straight right by Bully.
Rivers lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
Bully ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bully fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Rivers connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Rivers misses with a straight left.
Rivers scores with a decent looking hook.#ROC2#Bully is rocked!
Bully takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Oh Bully is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rivers missing with a left hand there. Bully was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bully seems to have got his legs back now.
Bully will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Bully misses with a shot to the body
and Rivers counters with a thumping low kick.
Bully gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Rivers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.#T3#
Rivers dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers scores with a hook.
Rivers throws a hook to the side of Bully's head but Bully sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An attempted straight right counter from Bully misses the target.
A big right from Bully misses.
Bully 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.
Bully throws a leg kick but Rivers sees it coming and moves out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bully.
Bully slips a jab and a cross from Rivers.
Rivers uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bully.
Rivers throws a front kick that sends Bully stumbling back into the cage.
Good work by Rivers as he checks the leg kick.
Rivers swinging wildly here. #T4#
Bully throws a leg kick that misses.
Rivers appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Rivers checks the leg kick nicely there.
Bully throws a big shot that misses.
Bully takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Rivers walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bully wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bully wants to land a leg kick but Rivers is out of range.
Bully backing away here, and Rivers unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Bully misses the jab.
Bully avoids the body shot from Rivers.
Bully throws a head kick but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers throws a body punch but Bully moves out of range.
Bully will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
It seemed like Rivers was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Rivers bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers dominated that fourth round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
Bully misses with a looping left.
Rivers wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Rivers thows a left - swing and a miss!
A telegraphed right hand from Rivers misses the target.
Bully tries to land a body kick
letting Rivers counter with a right hand.
Rivers misses with a low kick.
Nice defenses there by Rivers.
A swing and a miss from Bully.
Rivers lands a leg kick that knocks Bully off balance momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bully throws the kick towards the body but Rivers avoids it.
Rivers uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bully has time to react.
A shot to the liver by Rivers. Beautiful body shot.
Rivers throws a body shot but no joy.
Bully's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Bully misses with a looping right.#T1#
Rivers scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bully is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bully misses with a leg kick
and Rivers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bully lands with a hook. Rivers tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bully goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Bully steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Rivers. That one must have hurt.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
Bully fires out a quick counter leg kick but Rivers just manages to avoid it.
Bully keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bully wants to slow Rivers down by chopping away at his legs.
Rivers lands a jab to Bully's midsection.
Bully ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rivers moves away.
Bully throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rivers.
Bully misses with a body shot
and Rivers counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bully misses with a body kick.
Bully throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Rivers makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Bully ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rivers lands a lovely overhand right.
Rivers avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bully ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rivers moves away.
Rivers fails to land with a series of punches.
Rivers lands an overhand right.
Cyber Bully has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rivers misses with a looping left.
Bully is looking to counter punch.
Rivers pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bully throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bully lands a nice shot that snaps Rivers's head back. #T3#
Rivers jabs Bully right on the nose. Bully blinks but takes it well.
Rivers fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bully moves away from the strike by Rivers.
Bully misses with a hook to the body
and Bully takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rivers chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Rivers's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bully connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Rivers scrambles back to his feet.
Tom Rivers is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bully needs to keep his hands up - Rivers had a free shot at his head there.
Bully with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A swing and a miss from Rivers.
Rivers throws a head kick that half lands.
Bully throws a low kick, looking for Rivers's leg but Rivers calmly moves out of range.
Rivers lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bully at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A lazy body kick from Bully
and Rivers counters with an inside leg kick. #T4#
Bully with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rivers to score with a decent uppercut.
Bully misses with a jab to the body
and Rivers counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Left hook, right uppercut from Rivers.
Rivers throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bully tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rivers sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bully somewhat.
Rivers moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Jab, jab by Rivers - just one landing.
Bully with a nice calf kick.
Rivers jabs Bully right on the nose. Bully blinks but takes it well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tom Rivers comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Rivers 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 45:50
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 45:50
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tom Rivers!
Tom Rivers is the new lightweight champion!
A relieved looking Tom Rivers 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: Grunge 23: Dirt
Date: Nov 21, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Knox cracks Rivers with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Knox slips under a jab.
Nice defenses there by Rivers.
A telegraphed right hand from Rivers misses the target.
An attempted straight right counter from Knox misses the target.
Knox swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
Knox checks the leg kick nicely there.
Knox has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Underground Rio in the buildup to the fight.
Rivers misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Knox misses with a looping left.
Knox bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Rivers's head.
Knox swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rivers throws an overhand right that lands on Knox's shoulder, as Knox tries to avoid the shot.
Knox cracks Rivers with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Rivers scores with a leg kick.
Rivers displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Knox throws out the jab.
Knox throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Knox thows a left - swing and a miss!
Knox connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A looping hook to the body misses from Knox. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rivers moves out of range as Knox strikes.
Knox waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rivers.
Despite the aggression on Rivers's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T1#
Rivers cracks Knox with a good jab.
Knox throws an overhand right that lands on Rivers's shoulder, as Rivers tries to avoid the shot.
Knox jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Rivers gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Knox.
Knox tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Rivers 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.
Rivers walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Knox checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Rivers doesn't manage to clinch there - Knox circles away.
Rivers slips under a jab.
Rivers slips a straight right by Knox.
Knox looks to land a right hand but Rivers moved out of range.
Rivers fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Knox.
An inside leg kick from Rivers misses.
Knox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Knox.
Knox swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Knox looks to throw the jab but Rivers is out of range.
Knox looks to land a right hand but Rivers moved out of range.
Rivers lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #CUT2#It looks like Beta Knox has been cut.
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!
Knox scores with a nice right hand.
Rivers avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Knox scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Rivers throws a big shot that misses.
Knox is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Knox throws a right and a left that both miss.
Knox blocks a head kick by Rivers.
It looked like Knox wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rivers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rivers misses the jab.
Knox is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Knox is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rivers.
Rivers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Knox was well out of range. Poor timing from Rivers.
Knox drops down looking for a counter takedown but Rivers sprawls and moves away.
Knox scores with the left hand. Rivers knows he should have avoided that one.
Knox throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Knox misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
Rivers drives through and clinches with Knox against the cage.
Rivers lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A head punch on the inside from Knox fails to land. #BC#
Knox breaks from the clinch.
Knox throws a right and a left that both miss.
A little jabbing left from Rivers on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T3#
Knox misses with an uppercut.
Knox throws a nice looking combination but Rivers bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Rivers thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rivers takes one on the button.
Knox waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rivers.
Rivers tries to score with a low kick but Knox moves his leg out of the way.
Knox throws a jab but it's blocked by Rivers.
Rivers is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Knox with a body shot.
Rivers has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Knox finds it's way round the side to connect with Rivers's head.
Rivers misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rivers. Knox does a little dance to reset his feet.
A quick step to the side and Knox tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rivers tries to close the distance and clinch but Knox swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Knox drops down looking for a counter takedown but Rivers sprawls and moves away.
Knox has a takedown stuffed.
Knox ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Knox takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Knox misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rivers.
Knox throws an overhand right that lands on Rivers's shoulder, as Rivers tries to avoid the shot.
Rivers misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Knox blocks a jab.
A big right from Knox misses.
Knox misses with a straight left.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Rivers lands with a right hand.
Knox fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Tom Rivers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Knox chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rivers can pounce on him.
Knox throws a right hand that Rivers ducks under and follows up with a left that Rivers also avoids with ease.
Rivers on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Knox throws a hook but Rivers avoids it easily.
Knox misses with a body shot.
Rivers thows a left - swing and a miss!
Knox takes a head kick and keeps coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Knox misses with a straight right.
A shot to the liver by Knox. Beautiful body shot.
Rivers tries to clinch up.#TD#
Knox closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Rivers quickly recovers to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Beta Knox dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Beta Knox's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Knox misses with an uppercut
enabling Rivers to counter with a crisp jab.
Knox gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Knox lands with an uppercut that bounces Rivers off the cage and back into range.#CL2#
Rivers gets a clinch.
Knox wants to take the fight to the mat but Rivers manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Rivers.
Rivers stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Rivers lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC2#Knox is rocked!
Rivers lands a shot to the body.
Oh Knox is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rivers lands a right hand that snaps the head of Knox backwards.
Rivers lands with a right to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rivers misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
Knox tries for a takedown but Rivers manages to get underhooks.
Knox wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Rivers lands with a right to the head.
Knox goes for a takedown in the clinch but Rivers prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Beta Knox. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Good body shot from Rivers.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Rivers lands a nice uppercut.
Rivers lands a nice uppercut.
Rivers lands a nice shot to the body.
Rivers works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rivers.#T1#
Knox tries for a takedown but Rivers manages to get underhooks.
Rivers works on Knox's body with a couple of short punches.
Rivers lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Knox.
Rivers scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rivers dips a shoulder and cracks Knox with a mighty uppercut! Knox falls back against the cage and Rivers unloads with a barrage of strikes! Knox is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Rivers screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tom Rivers!
After winning the bout, Tom Rivers thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Grunge 20: Kurt Was Murdered
Date: Oct 31, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pain tries to clinch up but Rivers circles away and keeps his distance.#TD#
Rivers gets caught napping as Pain dives in and scores a takedown. Rivers manages to retain guard.
Pain in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Pain 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.
Pain pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rivers is keeping the position for now.
Pain scoring with some ground and pound.
Rivers pulls Pain in close to prevent any damage.
Pain with a nice head shot there.
Pain in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Rivers is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Pain loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pain scoring with punches to the head and body.
Rivers looking to control.
Pain stands up over Rivers, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Rivers keeping moving, preventing Pain from controlling successfully.
Pain is working Rivers over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T1##SUB#
Pain has gone for a leg lock! Rivers slips out almost immediately though and dives into Pain's guard.#REVB#
I've been told that Rivers has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
Pain pulls Rivers in close to prevent any damage.
Rivers with a flurry of punches that miss.
Rivers won't allow Pain to sweep him here. #SUB#
Pain is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Pain working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rivers doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rivers manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Rivers is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Pain is trying to control the position but Rivers postures up. #T2#
Rivers is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Rivers avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Rivers missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Pain 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.
Rivers controls from within his opponent's guard.
Pain 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.#SUB#
Pain working for a triangle but Rivers defends it easily. #SUB#
Pain escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rivers gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Rivers throwing strikes from guard but Pain blocks nicely. #SUB#
Pain is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rivers defends well.#SUB#
Pain is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rivers passes Pain's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Rivers takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Pain is not content to let Rivers control the position.
Rivers thows a huge punch but Pain dodges it nicely. #T4#
Pain is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rivers's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rivers's back!
Rivers tries to escape but Pain has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Rivers rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Rivers wants to control but Pain is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Pain thows a huge punch but Rivers dodges it nicely.
Rivers has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Pain is working away from the top position though.
Pain not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Pain seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Rivers keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pain scoring with strikes to the body and head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Pain is looking for a kimura but Rivers is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pain to get the leverage.
Pain wants to pass the guard but Rivers is defending well. #SUB#
Pain is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Rivers sees it coming and defends easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Royal Pain dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Rivers scores with a punch to the head.
Pain takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL#
Pain instigates a clinch.
Rivers lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Pain or not.
Rivers scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rivers misses with a body punch.
Rivers lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Pain or not.
A short left from Rivers.
Rivers is working Pain over against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Rivers.
Rivers lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rivers lands an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Rivers scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rivers works on Pain's body with a couple of short punches.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Rivers pushes Pain back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right from Rivers on the inside.
Rivers lands a nice uppercut.#ROC2#Pain is rocked!
Rivers throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Pains head.
Oh Pain is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rivers creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Pain with a big uppercut! Pain tries to clinch up but Rivers pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Pain to the mat! Pain covers up and Rivers unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Tom Rivers!
Royal Pain was interviewed post fight and said 'Shit, there goes my chance to be like Mike.'.

Event: Grunge 16: 9/11 Memorial
Date: Sep 11, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Rivers closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Rivers lands in his opponent's guard.
Rivers engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Rivers has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Rivers accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Bully is looking for a triangle but Rivers pushes his legs off easily.
Rivers looking to sit in guard and control but Bully gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T1#
Rivers pulls Bully in close to prevent any damage.
Bully throwing strikes but missing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bully trying to control but Rivers is working from the bottom.
Rivers is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Rivers has his foot on Bully's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bully works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bully tries to free his leg and advance position but Rivers is retaining full guard.
I've been told that Bully has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
Rivers working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bully.
Bully trying to control but Rivers is working from the bottom.
Rivers 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.#SUB#
Rivers looking for a guillotine here but Bully defends easily. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Rivers is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Bully's half guard.
Rivers missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3##SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bully is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rivers pulls his head out easily.
Rivers throwing shots but Bully is blocking nicely.
Rivers prevents Bully from improving his position.
Rivers is thwarting Bully's attempts to control the position.
Rivers trying to control the action but Bully is working from the bottom.
Rivers not doing much here. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Rivers is looking to advance position but Bully won't allow it. #SUB#
Rivers wants to work for an arm triangle but Bully is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Bully is controlling Rivers's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Bully is pressing down on Rivers's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bully is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Rivers stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Bully throws up his legs and catches Rivers in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Rivers tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Bully! That came out of nowhere!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Cyber Bully!

Event: Grunge 11: Rusty Cage
Date: Jul 26, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rivers uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyraanicao.
Tyraanicao tries to land a front kick but Rivers steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Rivers takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Rivers tries to clinch there but Tyraanicao circles away.
Tyraanicao throws a leg kick but Rivers sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tyraanicao swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Rivers counters with a three punch combo that has Tyraanicao backing up. Tyraanicao nods at Rivers to acknowledge the strikes.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bostar Tyraanicao seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tyraanicao throws a hook but Rivers blocks it.
Rivers is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#CL2#
Rivers closes the distance and clinches.
Rivers prevents a body shot from Tyraanicao. #BC2#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A slow jab from Tyraanicao misses its intended target.
Rivers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tyraanicao has been working on his boxing with his coaches at High Kicks in the buildup to the fight.
Jab from Tyraanicao.
A big left from Tyraanicao misses.
Tyraanicao thows a body kick. Rivers tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rivers fails with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Tyraanicao throws an overhand right that lands on Rivers's shoulder, as Rivers tries to avoid the shot.
Tyraanicao goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rivers! But no joy.
Tyraanicao bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Rivers's head backwards.
Tyraanicao cracks Rivers with a good jab.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tyraanicao.
Tyraanicao scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#TD2#
Tyraanicao gets caught flat footed, as Rivers shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Rivers drops back looking for a leg! Tyraanicao is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Tyraanicao manages to kick Rivers off! Rivers jumps back into Tyraanicao's guard.
Tyraanicao is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tyraanicao working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Rivers. #T2#
Tyraanicao wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Tyraanicao is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Tyraanicao throws his legs up looking for a submission but Rivers uses it to pass to side control.
Rivers is looking to take a break and control but Tyraanicao is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SU2#
Rivers decides to stand up, so the ref orders Tyraanicao to his feet.
Tyraanicao connects with a single shot there.#T3#
Rivers dives in and grabs Tyraanicao's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tyraanicao pushes down on Rivers's head and hops out.
Tyraanicao connects with a high kick.
Tyraanicao throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Rivers takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tyraanicao throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tyraanicao 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.
Tyraanicao feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Riverss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Rivers changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Tyraanicao tries to avoid it but Rivers manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Tyraanicao to the ground. Tyraanicao escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bostar Tyraanicao has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tom Rivers.
Rivers avoids the head kick by Tyraanicao.
A jab from Rivers finds it's way through Tyraanicao's defenses.
Nice defenses there by Rivers.
Tyraanicao jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rivers avoids the body shot from Tyraanicao.
Rivers drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tyraanicao defends it well.
Rivers takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Rivers defending well as Tyraanicao loads up on a big left hand. #T4#
Tyraanicao lands with a good body shot.
Rivers misses with a wild combination.
Tyraanicao fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Rivers leaves Tyraanicao with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Tyraanicao swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
Tyraanicao is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Tyraanicao fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Rivers is out of range.
Tyraanicao lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Tyraanicao stuffs the takedown.
Tyraanicao misses with a jab to the body
and Rivers counters with a left to the body.
Rivers darts in looking for a takedown but Tyraanicao gets double underhooks and turns Rivers into the cage. #CL2#
Rivers fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tyraanicao, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Tyraanicao breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A big left from Tyraanicao misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bostar Tyraanicao dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Rivers throws a sloppy head kick
and Tyraanicao connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice sprawl there from Tyraanicao as Rivers shoots in.
Rivers closes the distance and clinches up with Tyraanicao, looking for a takedown. Rivers pushes Tyraanicao against the cage but Tyraanicao circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Nice body kick there by Tyraanicao.
Tyraanicao scores with a head kick.
Tyraanicao throws a sloppy head kick and Rivers moves out of range easily.
And Rivers tries to counter it with a takedown but Tyraanicao pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tyraanicao lands a nice shot that snaps Rivers's head back.
Rivers avoids the head kick by Tyraanicao.
Tyraanicao tries to bum rush Rivers with a series of wild strikes but Rivers uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tyraanicao ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tyraanicao looks for the body kick but Rivers saw that one coming.
Tyraanicao throws a body shot but no joy.
Tyraanicao connects with a body shot.
Rivers blocks a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers staying out of range there.
Rivers doesn't manage to clinch there - Tyraanicao circles away. #T1#
Tyraanicao throws a lazy uppercut
and Rivers cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rivers shoots in but no luck this time.
Bostar Tyraanicao has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tom Rivers.#TD2#
Rivers closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Tyraanicao quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB#
Tyraanicao actively working from the bottom here.
Tyraanicao is refusing to be controlled, as Rivers sits in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tyraanicao trying to control from the bottom.
Rivers is taking a breather. Tyraanicao says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB#
Tyraanicao is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rivers pulls his head out easily.
Tyraanicao tries to get to full guard but Rivers has control of the leg. #T2#
Rivers controlling the pace.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Rivers trying to pass the guard but Tyraanicao defending well. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Rivers rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tyraanicao moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tyraanicao feinted with a counter takedown.
Tyraanicao stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tyraanicao wants it to stay on the feet.
Rivers blocks a head kick by Tyraanicao.
Rivers shoots in and drives through. Tyraanicao sprawls well.
Tyraanicao listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T3#
Tyraanicao misses with a low kick.#TD2#
Rivers closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Tyraanicao quickly recovers to half guard.
Tyraanicao works his way to full guard. Good work.
Tyraanicao looking to control.
Tyraanicao is really struggling to control Rivers but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Rivers trying to control the position from guard on top but Tyraanicao is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tom Rivers has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tyraanicao working a defensive guard here.
Tyraanicao can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rivers controls the pace.#T4##SUB#
Tyraanicao is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Tyraanicao not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Rivers tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tyraanicao manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tyraanicao tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyraanicao.
Tyraanicao misses with a hook.
And Rivers tries to counter it with a takedown but Tyraanicao pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tyraanicao is looking to land body kicks.
Rivers scores with a jab to the body.
Tom Rivers is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Rivers clinches up with Tyraanicao and pushes him back against the cage.
Tyraanicao is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rivers can do to turn this around?
Tyraanicao tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tyraanicao has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers.
Tyraanicao stops a takedown attempt from Rivers.
Tyraanicao misses with a body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bostar Tyraanicao 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.#R3##TD2#
Rivers bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Tyraanicao struggling a bit here.
Tyraanicao is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Rivers off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Tyraanicao has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Rivers breaks Tyraanicao's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Tyraanicao is trying to control the position but Rivers postures up.
Tyraanicao is trying to hold Rivers in close to prevent damage but Rivers has managed to pass into half guard.
Tyraanicao wants to control but Rivers is keeping busy.
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!
Tyraanicao blocking the ground and pound attempt from Rivers. #T1#
Tyraanicao avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Rivers.
Rivers with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Tyraanicao is looking to improve his position.
Tyraanicao is positioning himself well to prevent Rivers advancing to mount.
Rivers is thwarting Tyraanicao's attempts to control the position.
Rivers prevents Tyraanicao from improving his position.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Rivers is keen to just control but Tyraanicao is a slippery customer.
Tyraanicao tries to get to full guard but Rivers has control of the leg.
Tyraanicao is trying to control but can't.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Rivers is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Tyraanicao!
Tyraanicao wants to hold on but Rivers pushes him away.
Tyraanicao is working to get back to half guard.
Tyraanicao wants to control but Rivers is having none of it.#T3#
Rivers throwing strikes here but Tyraanicao is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Tyraanicao is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Rivers content just to control the position here.
Rivers punching from mount but Tyraanicao doing a good job of avoiding damage. #T4#
Tyraanicao is looking to get to half guard.
Tyraanicao wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Rivers.
Rivers can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Tyraanicao is looking to escape.
Rivers tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tyraanicao is just holding on here. Rivers manages to take his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Nice sprawl there from Rivers as Tyraanicao shoots in.
Rivers avoids the body shot from Tyraanicao.
Tyraanicao throws a push kick but Rivers slaps the foot to one side.
Rivers is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Tyraanicao attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tyraanicao fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tyraanicao shoots for a double leg takedown but Rivers sprawls well. He's pushed Tyraanicao's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Tyraanicao looks to throw the jab but Rivers is out of range.
Rivers looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Tyraanicao swings away with a body shot that misses
and Rivers counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD2#
Rivers throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Tyraanicao tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Rivers is in Tyraanicao's guard.
Tyraanicao working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers won't allow Tyraanicao to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SU2#
Rivers decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Rivers fails with the takedown
and Tyraanicao counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rivers misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Tyraanicao misses with a straight right.
Rivers wants to counter with a clinch but Tyraanicao pushes him away.
Tyraanicao swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tyraanicao looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.
Bostar Tyraanicao is winning the standup battle so far.
Rivers shoots in but Tyraanicao avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bostar Tyraanicao has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tom Rivers.
Tyraanicao is looking to land body kicks.
Rivers fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tyraanicao avoids it really well and circles away.#T2#
Tyraanicao tries to land a leg kick but Rivers saw it coming and moves away.
Rivers fails with a takedown attempt.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Rivers crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Tyraanicao - the referee stops the clock and Rivers gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Tyraanicao. Rivers manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Tyraanicao throws a lazy right hand but Rivers sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rivers fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Tyraanicao looks to land a body kick but Rivers moved away.
Tyraanicao lands with a cross.
Rivers slips a jab and a cross from Tyraanicao. #T3#
Rivers looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Tyraanicao is fending him off so far but Rivers persists. Nope, Tyraanicao circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2#
Rivers gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Tyraanicao escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rivers checks a low kick from Tyraanicao.
Rivers replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Tyraanicao blocks it well.
Tyraanicao lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
No luck for Tyraanicao with that takedown attempt.
Rivers tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tyraanicao manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rivers tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tyraanicao swivels and escapes.
Tyraanicao attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Rivers takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Rivers will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Tyraanicao throws a nice looking combination but Rivers bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tyraanicao throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rivers sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Tyraanicao throws a low kick, looking for Rivers's leg but Rivers calmly moves out of range.
Rivers moves in looking to clinch but Tyraanicao pushes him off.
Tyraanicao with the inside leg kick.
Crunch! Tyraanicao slams his shin into Rivers's torso.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rivers moves out of range as Tyraanicao strikes.
Tyraanicao misses with a looping right.
Rivers shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tyraanicao defends it nicely.
Rivers on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tyraanicao ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rivers moves away.
Tyraanicao throws a big shot that misses.
Tyraanicao throws a jab when Rivers was well out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bostar Tyraanicao had his way with Tom Rivers in that round.
That's time! Tyraanicao's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R5##CL2#
Rivers closes the distance and clinches.
Rivers prevents a body shot from Tyraanicao.
Rivers lands a nice uppercut.
Tyraanicao is looking for a takedown.
Tyraanicao misses with a body punch.
Rivers jumps guard but Tyraanicao stands there with Rivers around his waist. Rivers gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Rivers misses with a body punch.
Rivers is looking to control Tyraanicao's arms but Tyraanicao gets an underhook and turns him. Now Rivers has his back to the cage.
Tyraanicao scores with a shoulder strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyraanicao.
Tyraanicao tries a body shot but Rivers blocks it.
Tyraanicao jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Rivers walks away with a smile on his face. Tyraanicao gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Rivers has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.#CL2#
Rivers instigates a clinch.
Tyraanicao can't find room to land a body shot as Rivers controls the action. #T1#
Tyraanicao tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short left from Tyraanicao.
Rivers leaning his opponent against the cage.
Rivers is trying to pull guard but Tyraanicao has him pressed against the cage.
Tyraanicao misses with a body punch.
Tyraanicao tries a body shot but Rivers blocks it.
Rivers looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A short body shot lands from Tyraanicao as the two fighters clinch.
Tyraanicao misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tyraanicao misses with some punches. #BC2#
Rivers escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rivers tries to clinch but Tyraanicao moves out of range. #T2#
Rivers shoots in for a double leg but Tyraanicao sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bostar Tyraanicao has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tom Rivers.
Tyraanicao throws out a leg kick but Rivers moves out of range and Tyraanicao only half commits.
Rivers takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tyraanicao loads up on a big right hand but Rivers slips the punch.
Rivers avoids the head kick by Tyraanicao.
Rivers with the counter takedown but Tyraanicao avoids it easily.#CL2#
Rivers pushes Tyraanicao up against the cage in a clinch.
Rivers stalling the fight. #BC2#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tyraanicao throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tyraanicao.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Tyraanicao counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tyraanicao is looking to chop away at Rivers's legs.
Rivers takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T3#
Tyraanicao tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyraanicao.
Tyraanicao tries to land a leg kick but Rivers saw it coming and moves away. #CL2#
Rivers has closed the distance and engaged Tyraanicao in a clinch.
Tyraanicao prevents a takedown attempt there.
Tyraanicao has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers.
Rivers tries for a takedown. No joy.
Tyraanicao has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Rivers after a bit of a struggle.
Tyraanicao leaning against his opponent.
Rivers misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tyraanicao. #BC#
Tyraanicao escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tyraanicao ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rivers moves away.
Tyraanicao misses with an uppercut. Rivers saw that one coming.
Tyraanicao misses with a wild body shot. #T4#
Tyraanicao lands a jab to Rivers's midsection.
Tyraanicao pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tyraanicao shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Rivers pinned against the cage. Rivers gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Tyraanicao will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tyraanicao avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tyraanicao walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Rivers checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #TD2#
Rivers fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Tyraanicao sprawls well initially but Rivers persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers wants to take a breather but Tyraanicao is having none of it.
Rivers tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tyraanicao knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Tyraanicao looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 49:46
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 49:46
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bostar Tyraanicao!
Bostar Tyraanicao is the new lightweight champion!
Bostar Tyraanicao made sure to mention his sponsor, Concrete Clothing (Laundry Re Stock Coming Soon) in his post fight interview.

Event: GC 336 Andrade vs Pearson
Date: Feb 29, 2020

#R1#
Mayer avoids the body shot from Rivers.
Mayer drops down looking for a counter takedown but Rivers sprawls and moves away.
Mayer lands a lovely overhand right.
Mayer tests Rivers's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
Mayer tries to clinch but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mayer connects with a looping right hand.
Rivers waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mayer.
Mayer darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Some bone on bone action there as Mayer checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rivers scores with a decent looking hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mayer. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mayer tries to clinch but Rivers moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Rivers misses the target.
Mayer throws a lazy right hand but Rivers sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rivers looks to throw the jab but Mayer is out of range.
Mayer tries to counter with a takedown but Rivers is quick to defend against it.
Mayer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rivers lands a jab to the head. #T1#
Mayer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rivers.
Mayer throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range. #TD#
Mayer scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Mayer wants to control but Rivers is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Mayer is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Mayer seems to be looking for submissions.
Rivers looks like he's trying to stand up.
Mayer wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rivers keeps working. #T2##SUB#
Mayer is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Rivers has managed to free his arm - good work.
Mayer lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB#
Mayer seems to be working for a kimura but Rivers defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Mayer is working for a submission of some sort. #T3#
Mayer is keen to just control but Rivers is a slippery customer.
Mayer wants to pass to mount but Rivers is defending the position.
Mayer has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Mayer trying to control but Rivers is having none of it. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Mayer working Rivers over with strikes here.
Rivers wants to get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mayer fails to move to back control.
Mayer looking to take Rivers's back but Rivers rolls and after a scramble, Rivers ends up on top in guard. Nice escape there from Rivers to escape a tricky position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Damen Mayer 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#
Rivers scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mayer doesn't seem bothered though.
Rivers takes a swing at Mayer's ribcage but misses.
Mayer tries to counter with a takedown but Rivers is quick to defend against it.
A low kick from Rivers misses #TD#
and Mayer counters with a nice double leg into side control. Rivers won't be happy with that. #ES2#
Rivers throws Mayer to one side and escapes!
Mayer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mayer throws a jab but it's blocked by Rivers.
A clash of legs there as Mayer blocks the low kick.
Rivers stuffs the takedown.
Rivers feints a jab promting Mayer to slip. Rivers then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Mayer slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mayer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mayer changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Rivers tries to avoid it but Mayer manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Rivers to the ground. Rivers escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Rivers throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fight stays on the outside here - Mayer looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1#
Rivers misses with a hook. Mayer ducked under it nicely.
Mayer lands a nice hook to Rivers's body. Rivers takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Rivers is looking to score with low kicks.
A punch lands to the side of Mayer 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Mayer swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rivers takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Mayer staying out of range there.
Mayer throws a predictable looking body shot
and Rivers counters with a straight right hand.
Rivers dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers leaves Mayer with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Damen Mayer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mayer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rivers.
Mayer tries to clinch up but Rivers circles away and keeps his distance.
Tom Rivers seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mayer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rivers.
Mayer tries to counter with a takedown but Rivers is quick to defend against it.#T2#
Rivers moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Mayer connects with a looping right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers misses with an uppercut. Mayer saw that one coming.
Rivers thuds a left hand into Mayer's body.
Rivers throws a half hearted mid kick.
Mayer is looking to clinch but Rivers is avoiding it.
Rivers swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rivers waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mayer.
An inside leg kick lands from Rivers.
Rivers swings for the body but Mayer moves out of range.
Tom Rivers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mayer pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A big right from Rivers misses.
Mayer is trying hard to land a takedown here. Rivers sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Rivers walks into a left hand. #CL#
Mayer has Rivers up against the cage in a clinch.
Rivers tries to throw a body punch but Mayer avoids it by throwing Rivers back against the cage. #T3#
Mayer tries to pull guard but Rivers won't allow it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Mayer.
A head punch on the inside from Mayer fails to land.
Mayer tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Mayer tries a body shot but Rivers blocks it.
Rivers can't break the clinch.
Mayer doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mayer fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Rivers blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #TD#
Mayer jumps guard. #SUB#
Mayer has his foot on Rivers's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rivers works his way back into a safe position though.
Mayer trying to keep a closed guard but Rivers is proving a slippery customer.
Mayer looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Mayer looking for subs off his back but Rivers has passed one foot through into half guard. #T4##SU2#
Rivers stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Rivers moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Mayer misses with a takedown attempt
and Rivers counters with a two punch combo. #CUT2#
It looks like Damen Mayer has been cut.
A slow jab from Rivers misses its intended target.
Rivers throws a low kick, looking for Mayer's leg but Mayer calmly moves out of range.
Mayer feinted with a counter takedown.
Nice defenses there by Mayer.
Mayer closes the distance and clinches up with Rivers, looking for a takedown. Mayer pushes Rivers against the cage but Rivers circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers avoids the body shot from Mayer.
Mayer thows a left - swing and a miss!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Damen Mayer's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Mayer tries to close the distance and clinch up but Rivers swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Mayer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rivers connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mayer misses with a body shot.
Rivers scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mayer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rivers.
Mayer avoids the body shot from Rivers.
Rivers lands with a good body shot.
A solid body kick from Rivers.
Rivers slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Rivers throws a nice looking combination but Mayer bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mayer misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Rivers doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Rivers misses with a wild combination.
Mayer takes one to the side of the head. #T1#
Rivers lands a slapping body shot.
Mayer connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rivers's hands.
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mayer moves away.
Mayer keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Mayer swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rivers.
Rivers throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Mayer counters with a nice double leg into side control. Rivers won't be happy with that. #ES2#
Rivers sneaks out the side door and pushes Mayer away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mayer throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL#
Mayer closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Rivers is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC2#
Rivers breaks from the clinch.
Rivers throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rivers takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T2#
Mayer works Rivers's body with a nice hook.
A decent looking cross lands there for Rivers.
Mayer is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A punch combination from Rivers misses.
Rivers buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Rivers wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Rivers swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
and Mayer counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Rivers wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Mayer seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Rivers has recovered full guard.
Mayer stops Rivers from standing up. #T3#
Mayer trying to control the position from guard on top but Rivers is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Mayer drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Rivers manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Mayer has Rivers in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Rivers got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mayer has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rivers has managed to get both his arms back between Mayer's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Rivers got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mayer has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rivers has managed to get both his arms back between Mayer's legs - danger averted.#T4#
Mayer controls Rivers momentarily but Rivers frees himself.
Mayer bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rivers's guard. #REVR#
Mayer pushing down on Rivers's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Mayer is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Rivers looks like he's trying to stand up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tom Rivers comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Rivers 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tom Rivers!
Tom Rivers decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: GC 333 Paulin vs Cobb
Date: Feb 08, 2020

#R1#
Some wild striking there from Aleksy.
Rivers appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Left hook, right uppercut from Aleksy. #CUT2#
It looks like Tom Rivers has been cut.
Aleksy fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Aleksy is looking to clinch.
Aleksy tries to clinch there but Rivers circles away.
Rivers slips under a jab from Aleksy.
A little feinted left hand from Rivers on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rivers moves out of range of the strikes.
Aleksy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Rivers scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Aleksy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
An attempted straight right counter from Rivers misses the target.
Rivers takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Aleksy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Rivers but Rivers pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A little feinted left hand from Rivers on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Aleksy throws out a loose jab but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Aleksy misses with a lunging right hand
and Rivers counters with a good low kick that Aleksy was not able to check.
A jab from Aleksy misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Rivers misses its target.
Aleksy throws a sloppy body shot
and Rivers counters with an inside leg kick.
Rivers lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Aleksy misses with a double jab.
Aleksy lands a high kick!
Rivers lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Aleksy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A quick step to the side and Rivers tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Aleksy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Rivers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Aleksy misses with a left hand
and Aleksy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Aleksy throws a lazy uppercut
letting Rivers counter with a right hand.
Aleksy pushes Rivers away with a front kick.
Aleksy takes one on the button.
Aleksy throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Rivers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC#
Aleksy is rocked!#T2#
Rivers scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tytus Aleksy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Aleksy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Rivers was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Aleksy.
Rivers looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rivers connects with the punch.
Rivers throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rivers connects with the punch.
Aleksy is still on wobbly legs! Can Rivers finish him?
Rivers lands a body shot.
Aleksy tries to clinch there but Rivers circles away.
Rivers is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Aleksy doesn't manage to clinch there - Rivers circles away.
Aleksy doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Rivers counters with a huge left! Aleksy is in big trouble! He's backing up but Rivers isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Aleksy from any more damage. A dominating finish by Rivers!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tom Rivers!
Our winner, Tom Rivers, 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: GC 332 Dee vs Andrade
Date: Feb 01, 2020

#R1#
Rivers slaps away a takedown attempt from Mayer, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Rivers takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Mayer lands a jab to the head.
Mayer wants to clinch.
Rivers throws out a counter right but Mayer avoids it with no problem.
Mayer throws a predictable looking body shot
and Rivers counters with a series of strikes. Mayer will be more careful next time no doubt.
Mayer shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rivers sprawls well. Rivers wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Mayer gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers slaps away a takedown attempt from Mayer, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Damen Mayer. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Mayer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rivers.
Mayer scores with a jab to the jaw.
Mayer goes for a double leg but Rivers avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rivers continues to drive forward.
Rivers only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Mayer scores with a sloppy right hand. Rivers should have avoided that one.
Mayer wants to clinch but Rivers slips to the side
letting Rivers counter with a right hand.
Mayer lands a nice hook to Rivers's body. Rivers takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Rivers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mayer manages to avoid it.#CL#
Mayer closes the distance and pushes Rivers back into the cage.#BC2#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mayer moves out of range as Rivers strikes.
Mayer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mayer fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#TD#
Mayer manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Rivers on his heels. He'll look to pass Rivers's guard now, I'm sure.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mayer pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rivers is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Mayer trying to control the position from guard on top but Rivers is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mayer stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rivers swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rivers trying to control the position.
Rivers looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Mayer puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Rivers wants to control but Mayer is keeping busy.
Mayer is keen to just control but Rivers is a slippery customer.
Mayer wants to pass to mount but Rivers is defending the position. #T3#
Mayer wants to take a breather but Rivers is having none of it.
Rivers is looking to improve his position.
Rivers has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Mayer is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Rivers is defending against the submission attempts here by Mayer.
Mayer is thwarting Rivers's attempts to control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Rivers looks to land a left hand but Mayer moved out of range nicely.
Rivers loads up on a big right hand but Mayer slips the punch.#TD#
Mayer shoots in and bounces Rivers off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Rivers is looking to stand back up but Mayer counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Rivers. #REVB#
Mayer moves into full mount! Rivers won't be happy about that!
Mayer is looking to work his way around to Rivers's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Rivers tries to lock up and control but Mayer gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Damen Mayer dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Mayer gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Rivers throws a hook but Mayer avoids it easily.
Donk. Mayer catches Rivers right on the button with a cross.
Damen Mayer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mayer throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Rivers's waist but Rivers gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mayer off to one side.
Rivers swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rivers takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A big right from Mayer misses.
Mayer dives in and grabs Rivers's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rivers pushes down on Mayer's head and hops out.
Rivers defending well as Mayer loads up on a big left hand.
Rivers looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Rivers lands the left hand.
Mayer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rivers can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Mayer shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Rivers manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Mayer wants to control from the top but Rivers keeps moving.
Damen Mayer overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rivers controlling the position.#T1##SUB#
Mayer is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Rivers is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Rivers has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Rivers postures up.
Rivers content to stall in guard here.
Rivers's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB#
Rivers avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Rivers trying to control the position from guard on top but Mayer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mayer not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Mayer wants to sweep here but Rivers controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Mayer is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rivers is aware though and is defending well.
Rivers postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Mayer controlling Rivers's posture. #SUB#
Mayer escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rivers gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Rivers stands and throws Mayer's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Mayer is not content to let Rivers control the position.
Mayer regains half guard there - taking advantage of Rivers's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Rivers wants to control but Mayer is keeping him busy. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Rivers throwing shots but Mayer is blocking nicely.
Mayer is staying active underneath Rivers, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Rivers is controlling the pace.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A big right from Rivers misses.
Rivers avoids the body shot from Mayer.
Rivers lands an overhand right.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers 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. 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#
Mayer throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Rivers on the side of the head.
Rivers swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Mayer decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Rivers's guard.
Mayer wants to pass the guard but Rivers is keeping the position.
Rivers tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rivers pulls Mayer in close to prevent any damage.
Rivers wants to improve his position but instead Mayer has moved into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers trying to hold on to Mayer's head to control him but Mayer postures up.
Mayer prevents Rivers from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB#
Mayer is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Rivers doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Mayer. #SUB#
Rivers is defending against the submission attempts here by Mayer.
Rivers is staying active underneath Mayer, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Rivers has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Mayer is working away from the top position though.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#SUB#
Mayer is trying for a kimura here. Rivers looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Mayer wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Damen Mayer!

Event: GAMMA#802 Jernit v Alzheimer
Date: Dec 14, 2019

#R1#
Kenway throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kenway has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Rivers is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Rivers lands a nice hook to Kenway's body. Kenway takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kenway takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
Rivers stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kenway cracks a nice hook into Rivers's ribs.
Donk. Rivers catches Kenway right on the button with a cross.
Rivers feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kenways jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kenway 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.
Rivers changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kenway tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kenway avoids a punch combination nicely.
It seemed like Kenway was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tom Rivers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A shot to the body from Rivers misses
letting Kenway counter with a right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Tom Rivers has been cut.
Rivers scores with a punch to the head.#T1#
Rivers tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kenway swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Rivers slips a straight right by Kenway.
Kenway stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rivers.
Rivers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kenway was well out of range. Poor timing from Rivers.
Kenway is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rivers.
Kenway looks to throw the jab but Rivers is out of range.
We've been told by Rivers's head coaches at The House Of Pain that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Rivers throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kenway counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kenway stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rivers.
Rivers with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rivers throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Rivers takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rivers is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kenway.
Kenway uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rivers.
Kenway looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rivers throws a leg kick but Kenway moved away.
Kenway looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rivers lands with an overhand left.#T2#
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Kenway on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers misses with a looping left.
Kenway misses with a looping right.
Donk. Rivers catches Kenway right on the button with a cross.
Rivers scores with a three punch combo!
Kenway avoids the body shot from Rivers.
Kenway lands a right hook to the body.
Rivers cracks Kenway with an open hand slap.
Rivers misses with a low kick.
Rivers with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kenway to score with a decent uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kenway. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rivers is looking to counter punch.
Rivers throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kenway clobbers Rivers with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T3#
Rivers tries to score with a low kick but Kenway moves his leg out of the way.
Kenway lands with a straight right. Rivers didn't see that one coming.
Rivers lands the left hand.
Rivers connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kenway momentarily.
Nice cross by Rivers.
Kenway misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kenway on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Rivers misses the jab.
Rivers lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Rivers throws a right and a left that both miss.
Rivers scoring well with a low kick there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Rivers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rivers rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rivers takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Rivers keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Rivers lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Rivers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kenway manages to avoid it.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Kenway breaks the clinch.
Rivers jabs at Kenway's body.
Kenway takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kenway scores with a hook to the body. Rivers takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Rivers throws a right hand that misses
letting Kenway counter with a right hand.
Rivers throws a right and a left that both miss.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kenway changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kenway is able to avoid easily.
Kenway looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rivers keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kenway.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Rivers misses with a right hand
and Kenway counters with a right hand to the body.
Rivers doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kenway connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kenway ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Rivers on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kenway slips a straight right by Rivers.
Kenway connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#ROC2#
Rivers is rocked!
Rivers slips under a jab from Kenway.
Kenway throws a head kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kenway checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Rivers misses with a low kick.
Kenway is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Tom Rivers is winning the standup battle so far.
Kenway throws a shot from downtown. Rivers moves away and avoids it.
Rivers was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T1#
Nice defenses there by Rivers.
A little feinted left hand from Rivers on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kenway takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kenway tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Kenway.
Kenway blocks a jab.
Rivers cracks the inside of Kenway's front leg.
Kenway throws the left hand but Rivers avoids the punch easily.
Kenway moves out of range of the leg kick from Rivers.
Kenway takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
A jab from Kenway finds it's way through Rivers's defenses.
A slow jab from Rivers misses its intended target.
A little jabbing left from Kenway on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kenway takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Nice defenses there by Kenway.
Kenway throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T2#
Rivers misses with a hook.
Rivers just misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers fakes a head shot and lands one 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!
Kenway dodges the punch combination from Rivers.
Rivers misses with a right hand
and Kenway counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Rivers dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers lands with a hook. Kenway tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Rivers needs to keep his hands up - Kenway had a free shot at his head there.
Kenway takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Rivers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kenway moves away.
Rivers lands with an overhand left.#T3#
Rivers uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kenway.
Rivers looks to score with a jab to the body but Kenway is just out of range.
Kenway jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rivers misses with a jab to the body
and Kenway counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kenway misses with a hook.
Rivers misses the body punch #KD2#
and Kenway counters with a crisp right hand that drops Rivers! Kenway lets Rivers back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Oh Rivers is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rivers swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kenway counters with a stiff jab, followed by a cross and an uppercut! That's too much punishment for Rivers to take - he tumbles to the canvas, blood pouring from his nose, barely conscious. That's the end of the fight! Great knockout by Kenway!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Edward Kenway!
Edward Kenway seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: GAMMA#797 Spike v Steel
Date: Nov 09, 2019

#R1##CL#
Rivers darts in and clinches Fring up against the cage.
Fring struggles to land a body shot inside as Rivers controls his hands.
Fring prevents a body shot from Rivers.
We've been informed that Fring 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.
Fring tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fring struggles to land a body shot inside as Rivers controls his hands.
Rivers lands a hook that snaps the head of Fring backwards.
A right hand to the body from Rivers.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Fring has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers.
Fring throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Fring swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rivers prevents a body shot from Fring.
Fring misses with a body punch.
Fring lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fring swings wildly with an uppercut but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Fring lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Rivers digs a right hand into Fring's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fring's gas tank.
Fring swings wildly with an uppercut but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fring misses with a punch on the inside. #T1#
Rivers lands a shot to the body.
Rivers lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rivers lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Fring backwards.
Fring tries to work over Rivers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Rivers is working for takedown but Fring is calmly controlling the position for now.
Fring misses with a punch to the body.
Fring tries to work over Rivers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A shot in the inside from Fring.
Fring doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fring blocking some punches.
Fring prevents a body shot from Rivers.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
Fring misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fring.
Rivers lands a right hand that snaps the head of Fring backwards.
A short right from Fring.
A short right from Rivers 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!
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Fring. #BC2#
Fring manages to break the clinch. #T2#
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Fring.
Sloppy strikes from Rivers. Those never looked like landing.
Rivers takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Fring lands a two punch combo.
Fring waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rivers.
Rivers throws a body punch but Fring moves out of range.
Fring tries to score with a low kick but Rivers moves his leg out of the way.
Rivers uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fring.
Rivers steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fring.
A good leg kick by Fring.
Rivers doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Fring throws the left hand but Rivers avoids the punch easily.
Rivers swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rivers missing with a left hand there. Fring was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fring appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Fring.
Gustavo Fring seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fring throws a shot from downtown. Rivers moves away and avoids it.
Rivers throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Fring gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Rivers.
Fring misses with a hook. Rivers ducked under it nicely. #T3#
Rivers throws a body punch but Fring moves out of range.
Fring scores with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fring. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rivers lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Rivers looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rivers dodges the punch combination from Fring.
Fring scores with a jab. Rivers acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Rivers takes a swing at Fring's ribcage but misses.
Rivers lands with a cross.
Rivers fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Fring throws a body shot but no joy.
Rivers tries to clinch there but Fring circles away.
Fring throws a leg kick which misses Rivers's front leg but catches the back leg as Rivers tries to avoid it.
Fring defending well as Rivers loads up on a big left hand.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rivers.
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!
Fring thows a left - swing and a miss!
A cross from Fring lands.
Fring works Rivers's body with a nice hook.#T4#
Rivers throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rivers misses with a leg kick.
Fring keeps the fight on the outside.
Rivers throws a body punch but Fring moves out of range.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rivers tests Fring's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rivers takes a jab right on the kisser.
Some bone on bone action there as Rivers checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rivers seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Rivers throws a shot from downtown. Fring moves away and avoids it.
Fring wants to slow Rivers down by chopping away at his legs.
Rivers swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Fring scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Fring pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fring scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Rivers checks the leg kick.
A low kick from Fring is predictable there #CL#
and Rivers counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Rivers tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gustavo Fring dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Rivers throws a nice looking combination but Fring bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Fring doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Fring uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rivers.
Rivers moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Rivers connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT#
It looks like Gustavo Fring has been cut.
Rivers needs to keep his hands up - Fring had a free shot at his head there.
Gustavo Fring seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fring throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Fring with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Rivers has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Fring finds it's way round the side to connect with Rivers's head.
Rivers missing with a left hand there. Fring was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fring throws a hook to the side of Rivers's head but Rivers sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rivers looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Fring connects with a single shot there.
Fring moves forwards but Rivers connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rivers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fring looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.
Fring connects with a nice looking jab.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Fring uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Rivers has time to react.#T1#
Fring cracks the inside of Rivers's front leg.
An inside leg kick lands from Fring.
Fring's jab looks to have found its range, popping Rivers under the eye.
Rivers on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Rivers tries to clinch but Fring moves out of range.
Fring connects with a body shot that sends Rivers's belly button to the back.
Rivers throws a series of strikes that have Fring backpedaling.
Rivers gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Rivers throws an overhand right that lands on Fring's shoulder, as Fring tries to avoid the shot.
Fring throws a low kick but Rivers avoids it.
Fring fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rivers walks into a jab.
A big right from Rivers misses.
Fring swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Fring tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Fring throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
Rivers gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside. #T2#
Fring lands with a light punch inside.
Still in the clinch, Fring scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rivers digs a right hand into Fring's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fring's gas tank.
A nice left hand lands by Fring.
Fring has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Fring tries to circle away but Rivers has him pinned against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fring.
Fring goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Fring breaks from the clinch.
Rivers takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Rivers blocks a jab.
Rivers blocks a jab.
Rivers scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A lazy left from Rivers finds it's target.
Rivers tries to close the distance and clinch but Fring swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Rivers tests Fring's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rivers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A shot to the body from Fring misses
and Rivers cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fring scoring well with a low kick there. #T3#
Fring takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Rivers uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fring.
Fring chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Rivers slips a jab from Fring.
Fring missing with a left hand there. Rivers was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The crowd cheers as Rivers lands an impressive looking overhand right. Fring doesn't seem phased though.
Rivers misses with a straight left.
Rivers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fring.
A left and a right from Fring both land. Nice combination.
Fring dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rivers lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Fring circles away quickly and effectively.
Rivers misses with a low kick.
Fring lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Fring connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Rivers scrambles back to his feet.
Fring throws a body shot but no joy.
Rivers takes one on the button.#T4#
Rivers on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Fring. Fring obviously looking to wear him down.
Rivers moves forwards but Fring connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Fring rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rivers counters with a stiff right hand.
Fring has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fring fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Rivers chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Rivers checks a leg kick.
Fring throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Fring connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Nice shot lands for Fring.
Fring cracks Rivers with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Rivers is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
Fring ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rivers moves away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rivers catches Fring with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Rivers moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Rivers is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Rivers takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Fring fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gustavo Fring showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Gustavo Fring's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Fring throws a low kick but Rivers moves out of range easily.
Rivers throws a body shot but no joy.
Rivers takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Fring misses with a jab, cross combination.
Rivers looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Fring fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Fring fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rivers.
Fring moves out of range of the leg kick from Rivers.
Rivers slips under a jab.
Rivers defending well as Fring loads up on a big left hand.
Rivers appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A leg kick checked by Rivers.
Fring misses with a head kick.
Rivers clobbers Fring with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Rivers blocks a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fring looks to land a left hand but Rivers moved out of range nicely.
Fring buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Rivers misses with an uppercut.
Rivers tries to close the distance and clinch up but Fring swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Fring is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Fring throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rivers appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Rivers uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fring.
Fring throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Rivers counters with a stiff right hand.
Rivers throws a hook but Fring avoids it easily.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Rivers, right into the meat.
Rivers throws a body shot but no joy.
Fring fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Rivers looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Rivers throws a body shot but no joy.
Rivers throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Fring throws a hook but Rivers blocks it.
Fring throws a body shot but no joy.
Fring connects with a leg kick. Rivers looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Rivers moves out of range as Fring strikes.
Rivers with a nice cross.
Rivers takes one to the side of the head.
A nice leg kick lands there from Fring.
Fring misses the shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fring throws a leg kick but Rivers sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T2#
Fring throws a sloppy head kick and Rivers moves out of range easily.
Rivers throws a hook but Fring blocks it.
Fring dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fring swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Rivers misses the target.
Fring moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Rivers throws a leg kick that misses.
Rivers misses with a hook.
Rivers fails in his attempt to clinch.
Good work by Fring as he checks the leg kick.
Fring misses the shot to the body.
Fring misses with a series of wild punches.
A quick step to the side and Rivers tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fring avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Rivers tries to score with a low kick but Fring moves his leg out of the way.
Rivers misses with a looping right.
Fring scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Fring misses with a body shot.
Rivers is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T3#
Rivers throws out a loose jab but Fring uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Fring on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Fring cracks Rivers with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Fring uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rivers.
Fring scores with a head kick. Rivers tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Rivers fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Fring on the side of the head.
Fring loads up on a big right hand but Rivers slips the punch.
Fring throws a hook but Rivers blocks it.
Fring throws a lazy right hand but Rivers sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tom Rivers has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rivers doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Fring throws a body shot but no joy.
Fring drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Fring fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rivers has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Fring lands with a slapping head kick. #KD#
Rivers drops Fring with a right and a left! Rivers comes rushing in but Fring regains his composure and manages to keep Rivers in guard. #ROC#
Fring is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Fring is still in real trouble! Can Rivers finish him?
Rivers scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T4#
Rivers trying to control but Fring is working from the bottom.
Fring seems to have recovered his senses.
Fring avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Rivers accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Fring looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rivers scoring with some ground and pound.
Fring keeping moving, preventing Rivers from controlling successfully.
Rivers in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Rivers throws a big elbow that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Gustavo Fring.
I've got Fring 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:30

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

Event: EFC Bangsit vs Lee
Date: Oct 12, 2019

#R1#
Shadow is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL2#
Rivers tries to keep at a distance but Shadow has taken the fight into the clinch.
Shadow blocks a body shot from Rivers.
Rivers scores with a shoulder strike.
Shadow gets through Rivers's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Rivers.
Shadow blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rivers throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Shadow tries a body shot but Rivers blocks it.
Rivers misses with some punches. #BC#
Rivers's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Shadow has closed the distance and engaged Rivers in a clinch.
Rivers lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Rivers scores with a shot to the side of Shadow's head.
Shadow presses Rivers against the cage and delivers a mid-strength 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!
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Rivers.
Shadow misses with a hook to the ribs. #T1##BC#
Rivers breaks from the clinch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rivers. That's going to slow Shadow down.
Rivers throws a leg kick
and Shadow counters with a nice uppercut.
Shadow uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rivers.
Shadow uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rivers.
A jab from Rivers misses.
Rivers throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Shadow slips a straight right by Rivers.#CL2#
Shadow clinches.
Shadow holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Rivers letting Shadow take a breather here.
Rivers avoiding damage.
A short right from Shadow on the inside.
Shadow tries to land a knee to the head but Rivers blocks with his arms.
Shadow is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #T2#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Shadow tries to land a knee to the head but Rivers blocks with his arms.
Rivers goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Rivers breaks from the clinch.
Shadow fails in his attempt to clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers circles away from the clinch attempt.
Shadow wants to clinch up but Rivers keeps it at a distance.
Shadow darts in trying to clinch
and Rivers counters with a two punch combo.
Rivers lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Rivers keeps the fight on the outside.
Shadow tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Rivers manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rivers is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Shadow.
Nice body punch from Rivers.
Shadow closes the distance looking to clinch
and Rivers counters with a series of strikes. Shadow will be more careful next time no doubt. #T3##CL2#
Rivers tries to keep at a distance but Shadow has taken the fight into the clinch.
Shadow is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Shadow slowing the pace effectively.
Shadow misses with a short punch on the inside.
Shadow is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Rivers lands a nice uppercut.
Rivers holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Shadow misses with the head strike.
Rivers lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rivers being controlled against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rivers. #T4#
Shadow prevents a body shot from Rivers.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Shadow uses good head movement to avoid it.
Shadow has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers. #BC#
Rivers pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Shadow instigates a clinch.
Rivers struggles to land a body shot inside as Shadow controls his hands.
Rivers blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Shadow fails to land.
Shadow stalling the fight.
Rivers lands with a left to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rivers tries a body shot but Shadow blocks it.
Shadow blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rivers tries to throw a body punch but Shadow avoids it by throwing Rivers back against the cage.
Good body shot from Rivers.
A bit of stalling here from Shadow.
Shadow misses with a body punch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #BC#
Rivers manages to break the clinch.
Shadow darts in trying to clinch
letting Rivers counter with a right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Rivers scores with the left hand. Shadow knows he should have avoided that one. #CUT#
It looks like Soul Shadow has been cut.#CL2#
Shadow moves into range and clinches up with Rivers.#BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Shadow moves in looking to clinch but Rivers pushes him off.#CL#
Rivers has Shadow up against the cage in a clinch.
Shadow lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Shadow tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rivers takes a shot to the head.
Shadow throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
Rivers struggles to land a body shot inside as Shadow controls his hands.
Rivers misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rivers lands with a short shot to the head.
Shadow is trying to stall.
Rivers doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Shadow throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Shadow stalling.
Shadow lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shadow throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers. #T1#
Rivers swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Shadow misses with a short punch on the inside.
Shadow tries to land a knee to the head but Rivers blocks with his arms.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Shadow.
Shadow takes a shot to the head.
Shadow misses with a hook from the clinch.
Shadow takes a shot to the head.
Rivers tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rivers avoids a wild elbow strike from Shadow.
Rivers is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shadow can do to turn this around?
Shadow scores with a shoulder strike.
A left hand lands to the body for Shadow.
Rivers stalling against the cage.
Rivers lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Shadow fails to land.
Shadow looking to stall.
Shadow connects with a knee to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Tom Rivers has been cut.
Shadow has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Shadow stalling the fight.
Shadow is looking to control Rivers's arms but Rivers gets an underhook and turns him. Now Shadow has his back to the cage. #BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rivers keeps the fight on the outside.
Rivers circles away from the clinch attempt
and Rivers counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Shadow tries to clinch
enabling Rivers to counter with a crisp jab.
Shadow wants to clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from Rivers misses the target.
Nice defenses there by Shadow.
Shadow wants to clinch up but Rivers keeps it at a distance.
Rivers thuds a left hand into Shadow's body.
Shadow fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Shadow fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rivers, pushing him back against the cage.
Shadow misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Rivers goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Shadow with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Shadow throws a head punch that misses.
Rivers lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Shadow.
Shadow misses with the head strike.
Rivers lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Shadow fails to land.
Shadow has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers.
Shadow throws a head punch that misses.
A shot in the inside from Rivers.
A short left from Shadow. #BC#
Rivers breaks from the clinch.
Shadow looks to clinch
and Rivers counters with a right hand to the body.
Rivers scores with the left hand. Shadow knows he should have avoided that one. #ROC#
Shadow is rocked!#CL2#
Shadow closes the distance and clinches.
Shadow is still on wobbly legs! Can Rivers finish him?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
Shadow seems to have recovered his senses.
Rivers blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Soul Shadow seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T4#
Shadow tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rivers's elbow.
Rivers blocking some punches. #BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A big right from Rivers misses.
Rivers throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Rivers turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Shadow pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rivers throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Shadow fails in his attempt to clinch.
Rivers takes a kick to the side of the head.
Soul Shadow is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Shadow clinches up with Rivers and pushes him back against the cage.
Rivers tries to throw a body punch but Shadow avoids it by throwing Rivers back against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Rivers - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Rivers misses with a body punch.
Shadow lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Shadow blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rivers is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
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 Tom Rivers 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Shadow tries to clinch but Rivers is having none of it.
Shadow tries to clinch there but Rivers circles away.
Shadow walks into a left hand.
Rivers throws a shot from downtown. Shadow moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Shadow closes the distance and clinches.
A short right from Rivers.
Rivers lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Shadow's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rivers on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Rivers lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Shadow wants to stall.
A short right from Rivers.
Shadow can't find room to land a body shot as Rivers controls the action.
Shadow misses with some punches.
Rivers lands a left hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rivers lands an uppercut.
Shadow tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Rivers lands a body punch in the clinch. #T1#
Rivers gets through Shadow's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Shadow is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Shadow lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rivers is stalling here. #BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rivers scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#KD#
Rivers feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Shadow sprawling to the canvas! Shadow rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Rivers finish him?!
Rivers cracks Shadow with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Shadow tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Rivers pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Shadow is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tom Rivers!
A very excited looking Tom Rivers 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: EFC Desilva vs Bangsit
Date: Sep 07, 2019

#R1#
Rivers avoids the body shot from Mirzaev.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rivers.
The fighters circle momentarily. Mirzaev darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CUT#
It looks like Tom Rivers has been cut.
Rivers waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mirzaev.
Rivers will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Nice defenses there by Rivers.
Rivers slips a jab and a cross from Mirzaev.
We've been hearing reports that Mirzaev has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Mirzaev throws a looping overhand right but Rivers ducks down to avoid it.
Mirzaev scores with a nice head shot.
Rivers finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Mirzaev misses with a body shot.
Mirzaev connects with a jab.
Mirzaev digs a good body shot into Rivers's ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirzaev scores with a crisp jab that stopped Rivers in his tracks. #ROC#
Rivers is rocked!
Mirzaev displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rivers throws out the jab.
Rivers is still on wobbly legs! Can Mirzaev finish him?
Mirzaev needs to keep his hands up - Rivers had a free shot at his head there.
Mirzaev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rivers seems to have recovered his senses.
Mirzaev avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rivers lands with a hook. Mirzaev tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T1#
Rivers fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mirzaev.
Mirzaev avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mirzaev throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Rivers lands with a shot to the body.
Mirzaev wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Rivers throws a right hand that Mirzaev ducks under and follows up with a left that Mirzaev also avoids with ease.
Rivers misses with a looping right.
Mirzaev lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Mirzaev takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rivers throws a big shot that misses.
Mirzaev scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Rasul Mirzaev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mirzaev lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rivers at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers fails to land with a series of punches.
Nice straight punches there by Mirzaev. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mirzaev.
Rivers blocks the body kick.
Mirzaev misses with a body shot.
Rivers throws a shot from downtown. Mirzaev moves away and avoids it.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Mirzaev! Rivers is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rasul Mirzaev!
Rasul Mirzaev made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Who's better!? '.

Event: EFC Matusov vs Kurri
Date: Aug 10, 2019

#R1#
Cooke throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers throws a lazy right hand but Cooke sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cooke moves away.
Rivers tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Rivers tries to land a leg kick but Cooke saw it coming and moves away.
Cooke throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rivers scores with a jab to the head.
Nice body kick from Cooke.
Cooke scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Rivers lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Cooke chopping away at his opponent's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cooke dives in and grabs Rivers's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rivers pushes down on Cooke's head and hops out.
Rivers is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Rivers lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Cooke circles away quickly and effectively.
Sloppy strikes from Rivers. Those never looked like landing.
A solid body kick from Cooke.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cooke misses with a kick to the body
enabling Rivers to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Rivers slips under a jab from Cooke.
Cooke looks to throw the jab but Rivers is out of range.
Cooke slips a jab from Rivers.
Cooke throws out a counter right but Rivers avoids it with no problem.
Cooke tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Rivers is able to avoid easily.#CL2#
Cooke clinches.
Cooke pushes off an throws an elbow but Rivers leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#TD2#
Cooke works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Cooke is looking to work some ground and pound but Rivers has wrist control.
Cooke controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Cooke postures up in Rivers's guard and throws a big left but Rivers blocks it.
Cooke has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Cooke tries to free his leg and advance position but Rivers is retaining full guard.
Cooke throws an elbow that misses. Rivers uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Cooke's guard. Nice move by Rivers!#REVR#
Cooke has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch™. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Cooke wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Cooke seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB2#
Cooke throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Rivers escapes and throws Cooke's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Cooke is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Cooke struggling a bit here.
Cooke manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Rivers is staying active underneath Cooke, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Cooke sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Rivers defending well though.
Rivers tries to kick Cooke off but Cooke keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cooke is controlling the pace.
Cooke seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rivers does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T4#
Cooke not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Rivers is trying to stand.
Rivers is not content to let Cooke control the position.
Cooke tries to pass to full mount but Rivers defends it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Cooke throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cooke blocks a jab.
Rivers throws a leg kick
and Cooke counters with a good low kick that Rivers was not able to check.
Rivers lands a right hook to the body.
Rivers misses with a low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Samuel Cooke will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Cooke throws a half hearted mid kick.
Cooke fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rivers.
Rivers tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Cooke is able to avoid easily.
Cooke moves out of range as Rivers strikes.
Rivers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cooke was well out of range. Poor timing from Rivers.
Cooke walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Rivers checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Cooke misses with a wild body shot.
Cooke just misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers scores with a jab.
Cooke pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Cooke. That one must have hurt.
Cooke checks a low kick from Rivers.
Rivers throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Cooke.
Rivers stuffs the takedown attempt from Cooke. Cooke gets slowly back to his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Rivers on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
A low kick from Rivers misses
and Cooke counters with a nice uppercut.
Rivers on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Rivers loads up on a big right hand but Cooke slips the punch.
Cooke throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Rivers fires out a quick counter leg kick but Cooke just manages to avoid it.
Rivers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rivers misses with a straight left.
Rivers throws a shot from downtown. Cooke moves away and avoids it.
Cooke throws out a powerful jab.
Rivers misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Cooke connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cooke misses with a body kick.
Rivers throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A telegraphed right hand from Cooke misses the target.
Cooke takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rivers throws a solid leg kick but Cooke takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Rivers.
Cooke throws out a loose jab but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
A shot to the liver by Cooke. Beautiful body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cooke lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Cooke pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Rivers looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Cooke connects with a leg kick. Rivers looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Cooke wants to clinch but Rivers slips to the side
and Rivers counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Cooke throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Cooke checks a low kick from Rivers.
Cooke moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Rivers ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Rivers connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Rivers misses with a double jab #CL2#
and Cooke moves into the clinch.
Cooke is working for takedown but Rivers is calmly controlling the position for now.#T3##BC#
Rivers manages to break the clinch.
Cooke defending well as Rivers loads up on a big left hand.
Rivers throws a low kick but it's checked well by Cooke.
Cooke thows a leg kick but Rivers checks it
and Rivers counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rivers digs a good body shot into Cooke's ribs.
Cooke just misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers throwing a counter right hand but Cooke manages to avoid it.
Rivers moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#ROC#
Cooke is rocked!
Rivers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cooke is still on wobbly legs! Can Rivers finish him?
Cooke staying out of range there.
Rivers throws a quick inside leg kick.
Cooke lands with a shot to the body.
Cooke lands a nice shot that snaps Rivers's head back.
Cooke moves to clinch but Rivers breaks away
and Rivers counters with a good low kick that Cooke was not able to check.
Cooke seems to have recovered his senses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cooke tries for a takedown but Rivers circles away easily
and Rivers counters with a stiff right hand.
Tom Rivers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Samuel Cooke.
Rivers dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Cooke misses with a wild body shot.
Cooke uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rivers.
Rivers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Cooke wants to land a leg kick but Rivers is out of range.
Rivers is looking to chop away at Cooke's legs.
Cooke will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Rivers is looking to counter punch.
Cooke tries to clinch up but Rivers circles away and keeps his distance.
As Cooke backs away, Rivers returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Cooke.
Cooke shoots in for a takedown but Rivers shows good takedown defense.
Cooke gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Cooke throws a hook to the side of Rivers's head but Rivers sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rivers looks to score with a jab to the body but Cooke is just out of range.
Cooke tries to counter with a clinch but Rivers shakes him off and moves away.
Cooke misses with a wild body shot.
Cooke slips under a jab from Rivers.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers dominated that second round.
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#
Cooke avoids a punch combination nicely.
Rivers ducks under a wild hook from Cooke.
Cooke throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Rivers appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Rivers throws an overhand right that lands on Cooke's shoulder, as Cooke tries to avoid the shot.
Tom Rivers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rivers avoids the head kick by Cooke.
A cross from Cooke lands.
Rivers throws a body shot but no joy.
Cooke throws a combination that misses
and Rivers counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rivers throws a nice outside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers swinging wildly here.
Cooke fails in his attempt to clinch.
Rivers turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by Cooke! #T1#
Rivers misses with a wild body shot.
Cooke wants to slow Rivers down by chopping away at his legs.
Rivers appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Cooke. That snapped Rivers's head back.
Cooke ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Cooke misses with a kick to the body.
Rivers connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Cooke momentarily.
Rivers throws a low kick but Cooke avoids it.
And Cooke responds with a good body kick, but Rivers manages to step out the way in time.
Cooke throws a hook but Rivers blocks it.
Cooke misses with the combination.
A big left from Rivers misses.
Cooke thows a leg kick but Rivers checks it
and Cooke takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice shot lands for Rivers.#T2#
Cooke connects with the punch.
Cooke needs to keep his hands up - Rivers had a free shot at his head there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cooke looks up at the clock. Bad move! Rivers lands a right hand from hell, dropping Cooke. Rivers pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:15 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tom Rivers!
After winning the bout, Tom Rivers thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: EFC Quinteros vs Matusov
Date: Jul 13, 2019

#R1#
Rivers pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bandicoot is out of range and Rivers settles back down.
Bandicoot moves away from the strike by Rivers.
Bandicoot wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Rivers throws a shot from downtown. Bandicoot moves away and avoids it.
Bandicoot scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Rivers with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bandicoot on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bandicoot connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Rivers momentarily.
Bandicoot connects with a looping right hand. #CL#
Rivers has Bandicoot up against the cage in a clinch. #BC2#
Bandicoot breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rivers takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bandicoot throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rivers stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Rivers fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bandicoot.
Rivers walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Bandicoot checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A big left from Bandicoot misses.
Bandicoot connects with a right hand. Rivers shakes it off.
Rivers slips under a jab from Bandicoot.#T1#
Rivers connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bandicoot misses with a body punch
and Bandicoot takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bandicoot has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
A left lands for Bandicoot.
Rivers doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Rivers fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Rivers ducks under a wild hook from Bandicoot.
Rivers was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bandicoot avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tom Rivers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A shot to the liver by Bandicoot. Beautiful body shot.
Bandicoot punishes Rivers's body with a nice straight punch.
Jab by Bandicoot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bandicoot bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bandicoot throws a chopping leg kick but Rivers manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Rivers blocks a jab.
Rivers is looking to counter punch.
Bandicoot works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bandicoot rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rivers moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T2#
Bandicoot thuds his right hand into Rivers's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Rivers lands a slapping body shot.
Bandicoot throws a hook but Rivers avoids it easily.
Bandicoot looks to throw the jab but Rivers is out of range.
Rivers digs a good body shot into Bandicoot's ribs.
We've been told by Rivers's head coaches at The House Of Pain that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bandicoot misses with a hook to the body
and Rivers cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bandicoot fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Bandicoot lands a two punch combo. #CUT2#
It looks like Tom Rivers has been cut.
Bandicoot ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bandicoot throws a big shot that misses.
Bandicoot is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Rivers had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Rivers dips to his left and cracks Bandicoot with an uppercut!#TD2#
Rivers gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Rivers is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Bandicoot dives into side control. #REVR#
Bandicoot tries to advance to mount but can't. #T3#
Bandicoot is looking to take a break and control but Rivers is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bandicoot in side control, throwing shots but Rivers defends.
Bandicoot scoring with punches and elbows.
Bandicoot tries to move to mount but Rivers blocks the move with his legs.
Bandicoot is putting a hurting on Rivers here, landing some big shots from side control.
Bandicoot lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Rivers down.
Bandicoot working the body and head with strikes. #T4#
Bandicoot is looking to take a break and control but Rivers is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Rivers avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Bandicoot.
Rivers is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Bandicoot trying to control the action but Rivers is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bandicoot working the ground and pound but Rivers is defending the strikes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bandicoot wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rivers keeps working.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Crush Bandicoot dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Rivers connects with a solid leg kick.
Sloppy strikes from Bandicoot. Those never looked like landing.
A little feinted left hand from Rivers on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rivers tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bandicoot misses with the combination.
Bandicoot scores with a jab to the body.
Crush Bandicoot seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bandicoot dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers throws a big shot that misses.
Bandicoot throws a good cross that connects.
Rivers swings for the body but Bandicoot moves out of range.
Bandicoot now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bandicoot counters with a straight right hand.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bandicoot throws a nice looking combination but Rivers bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bandicoot fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Rivers dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Bandicoot lands with a right hand.
A shot to the body from Bandicoot misses
and Rivers connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bandicoot takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rivers takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bandicoot uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rivers.
Rivers wants to clinch up but Bandicoot keeps it at a distance.
Bandicoot misses with a right hand
letting Rivers counter with a right hand.
Good shot there by Bandicoot.
Bandicoot looks for a takedown but Rivers sprawls well.
Bandicoot has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bandicoot throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rivers throws a series of punches but Bandicoot avoids them all with ease.
Rivers throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bandicoot sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rivers looks to land a left hand but Bandicoot moved out of range nicely.
Bandicoot avoids a punch combination nicely. #T2#
Bandicoot tries to close the distance and clinch up but Rivers swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD2#
Bandicoot closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Rivers did well to prevent Bandicoot getting side control.
Rivers is trying to escape back to his feet but Bandicoot uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Bandicoot is looking to take a break and control but Rivers is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bandicoot is putting a hurting on Rivers here, landing some big shots from side control.
Bandicoot trying to control the action but Rivers is working from the bottom.
Bandicoot tries to advance to mount but Rivers instead regains half guard. #T3#
Bandicoot not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bandicoot is pressing down on Rivers's thigh, looking to free his foot. Rivers is holding on for now.
Rivers blocking the ground and pound attempt from Bandicoot.
Bandicoot has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Bandicoot can't control as he wanted to and Rivers manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Bandicoot has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4#
Bandicoot winds up and cracks Rivers with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Bandicoot wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rivers keeps working.
Ground and pound from Bandicoot.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bandicoot uses his free foot to push down on Rivers's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Rivers.
BOOM! Bandicoot connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Bandicoot landing strikes, looking to finish!
Bandicoot looking to control and managing it successfully.
Bandicoot raining down shots from the mount!#ROC2#
Rivers is rocked!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Crush Bandicoot showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers's cut.
That's time! Rivers's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Nice sprawl there from Rivers as Bandicoot shoots in.
Bandicoot darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Rivers connects with the punch.
Rivers lands a head shot.
A swing and a miss from Rivers.
Bandicoot lands with a right hand.
Rivers steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bandicoot.
Rivers buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bandicoot cracks Rivers with a right hand to the side of the head.
Oh Rivers is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bandicoot misses with an uppercut.
Rivers feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Bandicoot misses with a body shot #CL#
and Rivers moves into the clinch.
Rivers seems to have got his legs back now.
Rivers's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bandicoot misses with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bandicoot.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Rivers's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Bandicoot fails to land. #T1#
Rivers slowing the pace effectively.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bandicoot.
Bandicoot fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bandicoot.
Bandicoot is trying to pull guard but Rivers turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Rivers tries to work over Bandicoot's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Bandicoot escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rivers blocks a jab.
Bandicoot cracks Rivers with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Rivers looks to land a right hand but Bandicoot moved out of range.
Rivers pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bandicoot lands with a hook. Rivers tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A cross from Rivers lands.
A shot to the liver by Bandicoot. Beautiful body shot.
Rivers throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandicoot lands a nice shot to the body.
Rivers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandicoot.
Bandicoot looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Bandicoot misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rivers.
Bandicoot throws a poor cross that misses
and Rivers counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Rivers moves out of range of the strikes.
Bandicoot drops his hands momentarily and Rivers takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Rivers misses with a right hand
and Bandicoot counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bandicoot throws a shot to the body.
Bandicoot throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bandicoot throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bandicoot throws a body shot but no joy.
Rivers swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Rivers misses with a double jab.
Rivers throws a leg kick but Bandicoot moved away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rivers looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bandicoot ducks right into an uppercut from Rivers.
Bandicoot lands with a shot to the body. #T3#
Bandicoot looks to throw the jab but Rivers is out of range.
Rivers uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bandicoot.
Bandicoot scores with a crisp jab that stopped Rivers in his tracks.
Rivers uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandicoot.
Rivers takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Rivers defending well as Bandicoot loads up on a big left hand.
Bandicoot tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Bandicoot.
Rivers was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Rivers cracks Bandicoot with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tom Rivers has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bandicoot works over Rivers's head and body with a nice combination.
Rivers lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Rivers throws a good cross that connects.
A slow jab from Bandicoot misses its intended target.
Crush Bandicoot is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A telegraphed right hand from Bandicoot misses the target.
Rivers on the wrong end of a nice jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rivers walks into a left hand.
Bandicoot misses with a hook.#T4#
Bandicoot connects with a single shot there.
Rivers looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bandicoot throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rivers looks to land a right hand but Bandicoot moved out of range.
Bandicoot doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A swing and a miss from Rivers.
Bandicoot misses with a body shot.
Rivers loads up on a big right hand but Bandicoot slips the punch.#CL2#
Bandicoot has managed to clinch.
Bandicoot working aggressively here.
Bandicoot fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bandicoot lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rivers stalling.
Rivers lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bandicoot backwards.
Bandicoot blocks a body shot from Rivers.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Crush Bandicoot comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bandicoot 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: EFC Tea vs Menger
Date: Jun 22, 2019

#R1#
Wall slips under a jab.
Wall uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Wall fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Rivers looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Rivers lands with an overhand left.
Rivers lands with a right hand.
A big right from Rivers misses.
Wall throws a hook but Rivers blocks it.
A lazy left from Wall finds it's target.
Rivers misses with a hook to the body
enabling Wall to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wall missing with a left hand there. Rivers was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rivers throws a jab but it's blocked by Wall.
Rivers misses with a right hand
and Wall counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wall is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Wall swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rivers keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Rivers looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rivers bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A quick step to the side and Rivers tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wall needs to keep his hands up - Rivers had a free shot at his head there.
A jab from Wall does it's job there.
Wall has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T1#
Rivers uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Wall has time to react.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rivers loads up on a big right hand but Wall slips the punch.
Rivers digs a good hook to Wall's body.
Rivers swings widly with a right hand
and Rivers takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rivers takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Wall connects with a crisp jab. #ROC2#
Rivers is rocked!
Wall throws an overhand right that lands on Rivers's shoulder, as Rivers tries to avoid the shot.
Wall scores with a jab.
Oh Rivers is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wall waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rivers.
Wall will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Rivers seems to have got his legs back now.
Rivers steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wall.#CL2#
Wall drives through and clinches with Rivers against the cage.
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!
Rivers pushes Wall back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rivers lands with a left to the head.
Wall swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Wall has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers. #T2#
A nice left hand lands by Rivers.
Wall has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Wall is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Wall can't find room to land a body shot as Rivers controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wall. #BC#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rivers circles away from the clinch attempt
and Rivers counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wall listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Wall throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Wall ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Wall misses the shot to the body.
Rivers takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Wall tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Wall is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Wall misses with a body shot.
It looked like Rivers wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Wall throws a jab but it's blocked by Rivers.
Wall slips a jab from Rivers.
Wall throws out a counter right but Rivers avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Rivers thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rivers throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wall misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Rivers was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wall. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rivers tests Wall's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Wall scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Wall throws a right and a left that Rivers avoids nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Rivers misses the target.
Tom Rivers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rivers takes one to the side of the head.
A decent looking cross lands there for Rivers.
Rivers checks a low kick from Wall.
Wall uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rivers.
Wall throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rivers misses the jab.
Wall connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wall.
Wall misses with a hook
enabling Rivers to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Wall fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A little feinted left hand from Rivers on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wall. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wall throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rivers pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wall with a nice cross.
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Wall on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Rivers. Rivers obviously looking to wear him down.
Wall drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Rivers throws a jab when Wall was well out of range.
Rivers scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Wall ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Wall jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rivers ducks under a wild hook from Wall.
Rivers looks to land a right hand but Wall moved out of range.
Rivers feints and then cracks Wall's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Wall down.
Wall throws out a powerful jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but John Wall will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Wall throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Rivers on the side of the head.
Wall wants to clinch up but Rivers keeps it at a distance.
Wall throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wall throws a series of punches but Rivers avoids them all with ease.
Donk. Wall catches Rivers right on the button with a cross.
Rivers throws the left hand but Wall avoids the punch easily.
A big left from Rivers misses.
Rivers takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Wall tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Wall fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Rivers clobbers Wall with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Wall checks a low kick from Rivers.
Rivers misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rivers swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Rivers staying out of range there.
Rivers takes one on the chin but seems OK.
John Wall seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rivers lands a slapping body shot. #T1#
Rivers throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Wall sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Wall blocks a jab.
Wall takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Rivers on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Rivers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice straight punches there by Wall. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Wall.
Rivers moves away from the strike by Wall.
Wall tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Wall.
Wall with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Wall looks to land a left hand but Rivers moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Rivers was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Wall.
Rivers throws a hook but Wall blocks it.
Rivers looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Wall jabs Rivers to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Wall throws a shot from downtown. Rivers moves away and avoids it.
Wall misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rivers.
Wall swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wall throws a looping overhand right but Rivers ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
Wall takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wall with a jab.
Wall swinging wildly here.
Wall waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rivers.
Rivers misses with a looping right.
Wall ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Rivers defending well as Wall loads up on a big left hand.
Wall misses with a straight right.
Wall misses with a right hand
and Rivers counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Rivers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wall.
Wall steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rivers.
Wall avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Wall throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An attempted straight right counter from Rivers misses the target.
Rivers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Wall waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rivers.#T3#
Rivers misses with a hook
letting Wall counter with a right hand.
Wall lands with a hook. Rivers tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Rivers connects with a body shot that sends Wall's belly button to the back.
Wall cracks Rivers with a right hand to the side of the head.
Wall swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rivers lands with an uppercut that bounces Wall off the cage and back into range.
Wall tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Wall goes for a double leg but Rivers avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rivers continues to drive forward.
Wall takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Wall on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wall moves away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rivers takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Wall ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice uppercut lands for Rivers. That snapped Wall's head back.
Wall slips under a jab.
Rivers tries to land a front kick but Wall steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Wall doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T4#
Rivers with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rivers lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Rivers takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Wall throws out a loose jab but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Decent striking displayed by Rivers there.
Wall ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Rivers has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Wall.
Wall rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rivers counters with a right hand to the body.
A swing and a miss from Wall.
Rivers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wall.
Wall throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rivers feints and then cracks Wall's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Wall down.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wall is looking to score with low kicks.
Wall connects with a right hand. Rivers shakes it off.
Wall swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wall throws a combination that misses
and Rivers cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
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 Tom Rivers will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Rivers throws an off balance right hand
and Wall counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rivers slips under a jab from Wall.
Wall misses with a hook
and Wall takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Wall staying out of range there.
Rivers scores with a punch to the head.#ROC#
Wall is rocked!
Rivers slips a jab and a cross from Wall.
Wall is still on wobbly legs! Can Rivers finish him?
Wall misses the shot to the body.
A good leg kick by Rivers.
Wall seems to have recovered his senses.
Wall shoots in for a takedown but Rivers shows good takedown defense.
Rivers swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rivers cracks Wall with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Wall falls to his knees and Rivers doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tom Rivers!
An out of breath Tom Rivers thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: NSC 24: Glozman vs Fakiiri
Date: May 21, 2019

#R1#
Tektas will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Rivers lands a jab to the nose.#TD2#
Tektas closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB2#
Tektas is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Tektas is looking for a kimura but Rivers is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tektas to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Rivers is defending against the submission attempts here by Tektas.
Tektas slips a nice elbow through Rivers's hands, connecting with Rivers's forehead.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tektas wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rivers keeps working. #T1#
Tektas missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
Tektas seems to be looking for submissions.
Tektas thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Tektas seems to be working for a kimura but Rivers defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Tektas is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Rivers sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Tektas is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Rivers has managed to free his arm - good work.
Rivers looks like he's trying to stand up. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Tektas is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Rivers has managed to free his arm - good work.
Rivers wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Tektas is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Tektas stops Rivers from getting back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Tektas is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Rivers doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tektas.
Rivers knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Tektas on the ground.
Rivers looks like he's trying to stand up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Demetrius Tektas dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Tektas fails with the takedown.
Tom Rivers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rivers lands with a right hand.
A left lands for Rivers.
Rivers misses with a straight left.
Tektas changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tektas on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Rivers. Rivers obviously looking to wear him down.
Tektas sizes up Rivers with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tektas staying out of range there.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Rivers 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 Tektas has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tektas and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers misses with a leg kick.
Rivers connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tektas momentarily.
Tektas cracks Rivers with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Tektas avoids the body shot from Rivers. #T1#
Rivers 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.
Rivers throws a right and a left that both miss.
Tektas scores with a nice strike.
We've been told by Rivers's head coaches at The House Of Pain that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Tektas throws a hook but Rivers avoids it easily.
Rivers closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tektas showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rivers.
Tektas throws a big shot that misses.
Tektas throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rivers throws an overhand right that lands on Tektas's shoulder, as Tektas tries to avoid the shot.
Tektas steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Rivers. That one must have hurt.
Tom Rivers is winning the standup battle so far.
Tektas jabs Rivers right on the nose. Rivers blinks but takes it well.
Tektas throws a lazy right hand but Rivers sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
No joy there for Rivers, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tektas feints the counter takedown.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tektas has his takedown stuffed
enabling Rivers to counter with a crisp jab.
Tektas scores with a jab to the head.
Rivers moves into range and connects with a jab.
Nice shot by Tektas.
Tom Rivers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tektas checks a leg kick.
Tektas drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Rivers defends it well.
A telegraphed right hand from Tektas misses the target.
Tektas connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Rivers momentarily.
Rivers misses the jab.
Tektas is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tektas scores with a jab.
Rivers lands a two punch combo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rivers lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Rivers pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Rivers throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tektas with the counter takedown but Rivers avoids it easily.
Tektas moves forwards but Rivers connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tektas lands with a shot to the body.
Rivers throws a hook but Tektas blocks it.
Tektas slips under a jab.
Rivers displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tektas throws out the jab.
Rivers ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A telegraphed right hand from Rivers misses the target.
Tektas throws an overhand right that lands on Rivers's shoulder, as Rivers tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tektas moves out of range as Rivers strikes.
Rivers throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
so Tektas counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #ES#
Rivers uses the ropes to get back to his feet.
Tektas 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.
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!
Tektas keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Tektas takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tektas is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rivers.
Decent striking displayed by Rivers there.
Rivers is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tektas.
Rivers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rivers throws out a loose jab but Tektas uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tektas slips a straight right by Rivers.
Demetrius Tektas has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Good standup being displayed there by Tektas as he connects with a hook.
Rivers throws the left hand but Tektas avoids the punch easily.
Tektas missing with a left hand there. Rivers was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rivers slips a straight right by Tektas.
Tektas lands a lovely overhand right.
Rivers changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Tektas fails with a takedown attempt.
Tektas's corner calls for a 1-2. Tektas obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tektas with the counter takedown but Rivers avoids it easily.
Tektas displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rivers throws out the jab.
A shot to the liver by Rivers. Beautiful body shot.
Rivers sizes up Tektas with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tom Rivers is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tektas takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
Rivers moves out of range as Tektas strikes.
Tektas waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rivers.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight for Tom Rivers!
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight for Tom Rivers!
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight for Tom Rivers!

Tom Rivers wins by unanimous decision!
A relieved looking Tom Rivers thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Demetrius Tektas spoke after the fight, saying 'I am sorry . I did all my best. '.

Event: NSC 14: Power vs McGuire
Date: Apr 16, 2019

#R1#
Day scores with a leg kick.
Day swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rivers checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Day is looking to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Rivers on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rivers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Day.
Day throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Rivers cracks Day with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Day defending well as Rivers loads up on a big left hand.
Rivers stalks Day and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Day's face. Day staggers backwards, shaken.
Rivers misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Day counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Day throws a head kick but Rivers moves out of range.
A jab from Rivers misses.
Rivers throws out a leg kick but Day moves out of range and Rivers only half commits.
Day looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Day connects with a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Day thuds his right hand into Rivers's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Rivers stuffs the takedown.
Day lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Rivers wants to slow Day down by chopping away at his legs. #T1#
A bone on bone clash there as Rivers blocks the leg kick.
Rivers doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Day looks to land a combination but Rivers avoids it well.
A big right from Rivers misses.
Day throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Day has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Day catches Rivers with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Rivers misses with a looping right.
Good work by Rivers as he checks the leg kick.
Rivers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Day clobbers Rivers with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CL#
Day forces Rivers back against the ropes and clinches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rivers.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Day drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Rivers gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Rivers is trying to push Day away but Day has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Rivers lands with a left to the head. #T2#
Rivers blocking some punches.
Rivers trying to stall but Day improves his position.
Day fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Day doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short uppercut from Day.
Rivers misses with a body punch.
Rivers tries a body shot but Day blocks it.
Day letting Rivers take a breather here.
Rivers softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Day prevents a body shot from Rivers. #BC2#
Rivers's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rivers swings widly with a right hand
and Day counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Day lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rivers's sensitive parts.
Day fails with an attempt to clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rivers throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
It looks like Day has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Day misses the shot to the body.
Tom Rivers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rivers takes a swing at Day's ribcage but misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Day. That's going to slow Rivers 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 Gary Day 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#
Rivers throws a jab but it's blocked by Day.
Day misses with a hook. Rivers ducked under it nicely.
Rivers connects with a single shot there.
Rivers looks to land a combination. Day sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Rivers misses with the combination.
Day scores with a hook to the body. Rivers takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Day lands a jab.
Day tests Rivers's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Day throws a push kick but Rivers slaps the foot to one side.
Rivers slips a jab and a cross from Day.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers misses with a wild combination.
Rivers lands with an uppercut that bounces Day off the ropes and back into range.
Gary Day is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Day throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Day looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Day with a lazy takedown attempt
and Rivers counters with a straight right hand.
Rivers looks to score with a jab to the body but Day is just out of range.
Day uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rivers.
Day misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rivers.
Rivers throws out a counter right but Day avoids it with no problem.
Day connects with a good right hand that stumbles Rivers. Rivers circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Day thumps Rivers with a low kick.
Rivers is looking to score with low kicks.
Day scores with the left hand. Rivers knows he should have avoided that one.
Day lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Day lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Day avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Day defending well as Rivers loads up on a big left hand.
Day appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Day fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Rivers looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rivers takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T2#
Rivers tests Day's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rivers throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Day counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Rivers!
Rivers can't do much from the bottom here.
Rivers is trying to get back to half guard.
Rivers can't do much from the bottom here.
The ground and pound from Day seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Day creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Rivers sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rivers tries to improve position but can't.
Rivers tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Day presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Day lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Rivers hang on?
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gary Day dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Rivers loads up on a big right hand but Day slips the punch.
Day bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Rivers checks a leg kick.
Day misses with a low kick.
Rivers misses with a hook. Day ducked under it nicely.
Rivers scores with a jab to the jaw.
A low kick from Day is predictable there
letting Rivers counter with a right hand.
Rivers checks a leg kick nicely.
Rivers ducks under a wild hook from Day.
Day's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Rivers connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Day scrambles back to his feet.
Rivers takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers thows a leg kick but Day checks it #TD#
and Day decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Rivers's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Day chips away with some ground and pound.
Day landing with the ground and pound.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Day postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Rivers is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Day, into his guard. #REVB##T1##SUB#
Rivers has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Day to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Rivers is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Day pulls down on the head and he's put Rivers to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Gary Day!
An out of breath Gary Day thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: NSC 8: Cadman vs Osinen
Date: Mar 19, 2019

#R1#
Rivers misses with a looping right.
Dawson throws a leg kick but Rivers moved away.
Rivers looks to clinch
letting Dawson counter with a right hand.
Dawson misses with an uppercut.
A slow jab from Rivers misses its intended target.
An attempted straight right counter from Dawson misses the target.
Rivers swings away with a body shot that misses
and Dawson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rivers misses the jab.
Rivers misses with a hook.
Dawson is looking for a counter combo.
Rivers throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Dawson misses with a straight right.
Dawson connects with the punch.
Rivers catches Dawson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T1#
Rivers is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Dawson scores with a hook to the body. Rivers takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Rivers avoids the head kick by Dawson.
Dawson avoids the body shot from Rivers.
Dawson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rivers steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Dawson.
Some bone on bone action there as Rivers checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Dawson slips under a jab from Rivers.
It looked like Dawson was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Rivers just misses with a punch to the body.
Dawson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Dawson blocks a jab.
A little feinted left hand from Dawson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rivers works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A big right from Rivers misses.
Dawson moves out of range of the strikes.
Dawson looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tom Rivers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Rivers jabs Dawson right on the nose. Dawson blinks but takes it well.
Rivers dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers misses with a low kick.
Dawson connects with an inside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dawson misses with a looping left.
Rivers throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rivers misses with a hook
and Dawson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Dawson on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dawson moves away.
Dawson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
Dawson throws a counter high kick but Rivers was just alert enough to avoid it.
Dawson misses with a straight right.
Rivers throws a body punch but Dawson moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dawson moves away.
Rivers misses with a left hand
and Dawson counters with a left to the body.
Rivers connects with a solid leg kick.
Rivers missing with a left hand there. Dawson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rivers will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Rivers misses with a looping left.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Dawson might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Rivers fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Dawson is out of range.
As Rivers looks to move away, Dawson throws a big counter combo but Rivers just gets out of the way.
Rivers swings away with a body shot that misses
and Rivers takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers throws a combination that misses
and Dawson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rivers takes one on the button.
Rivers misses with a right hand
and Dawson counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Rivers changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Rivers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dawson manages to avoid it.
Rivers throws a body shot but no joy.
Dawson avoids the body shot from Rivers.
Rivers throws an off balance right hand
and Dawson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#CL2#
Rivers has taken the fight to the clinch.
Dawson can't find room to land a body shot as Rivers controls the action.
Dawson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rivers trying to stall but Dawson improves his position.
Rivers stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Dawson lands with a short shot to the head.
Nice body punch from Dawson.
Dawson trying to control the position but instead, Rivers has worked for underhooks and has pushed Dawson into the ropes.
Rivers pushes Dawson back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Dawson misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Dawson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Dawson scores with a shot to the side of Rivers's head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Rivers is looking to control Dawson's arms but Dawson gets an underhook and turns him. Now Rivers has his back to the ropes.
Dawson gets through Rivers's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dawson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rivers stalling against the ropes.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Dawson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rivers scores with a nice hook to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Rivers is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Tom Rivers.
A bone on bone clash there as Dawson blocks the leg kick.
Rivers looks to throw the jab but Dawson is out of range.
Dawson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Dawson misses with a straight left.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Roger Dawson dominated that second 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. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Rivers throws a low kick but Dawson avoids it.
Dawson is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Rivers swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rivers throws a left and a right that both miss
and Dawson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
No joy there for Rivers, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rivers misses with a straight right.
Dawson throws a quick counter head kick but Rivers was just out of range.
Rivers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dawson.
Rivers throws out a powerful jab.
Rivers swings for the body but Dawson moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and Dawson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Rivers misses the target.
Roger Dawson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dawson takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Dawson throws a leg kick but Rivers checks it.
Dawson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #T1#
Rivers scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Dawson moves into the clinch successfully.
Dawson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Rivers or not.
Rivers stalls.
Dawson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dawson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rivers gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Dawson.
Rivers prevents a body shot from Dawson.
Dawson tries a body shot but Rivers blocks it.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dawson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from Dawson.
Rivers lands with a light punch inside.
Rivers trying to control the position but instead, Dawson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Rivers into the ropes.
Rivers tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
Dawson looking to slow down the pace here.
Rivers misses with some punches.
Rivers is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Dawson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rivers prevents a body shot from Dawson.
Rivers tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dawson's elbow.
Dawson lands a body shot.
Rivers blocks a body shot from Dawson.
Roger Dawson has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Dawson misses with a body punch.
Rivers taking a breather.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
Rivers lands a right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rivers trying to stall but Dawson improves his position.
Rivers prevents a body shot from Dawson.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Dawson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rivers's elbow.
Rivers is trying to stall.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tom Rivers comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Rivers 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight for Tom Rivers!
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight for Tom Rivers!
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight for Tom Rivers!

Tom Rivers wins by unanimous decision!
After winning the bout, Tom Rivers thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: GPG: 46
Date: Sep 15, 2018

#R1#
Hijikata scores with a hook.#CL#
Hijikata gets a clinch.
A right hand to the body from Hijikata.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
A short right from Hijikata on the inside.
Rivers can't find room to land a body shot as Hijikata controls the action.
Rivers misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rivers.
Hijikata lands an uppercut.
Hijikata blocking some punches.
Rivers's coach down at The House of Pain was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Rivers's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
A body shot lands from Hijikata.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
Come on Hijikata - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Hijikata lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Rivers softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Hijikata throws a head punch that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hijikata blocking some punches.
Rivers blocks a body shot from Hijikata.
A shot in the inside from Hijikata.
Hijikata is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Rivers is keeping busy.
Rivers tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hijikata. #T1#
Rivers goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hijikata.
Hijikata misses with some punches.
Rivers looking to slow down the pace here.
Hijikata tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rivers tries a body shot but Hijikata blocks it.
Rivers has a couple of punches blocked by Hijikata.
Rivers has a couple of punches blocked by Hijikata.
A body shot lands from Rivers.
Hijikata works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Rivers lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hijikata backwards.
Rivers tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hijikata blocks an uppercut.
Rivers misses with a punch to the body.
Hijikata lands a nice shot to the body.
Hijikata works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A head punch on the inside from Hijikata fails to land.
Hijikata misses with a body punch.
Rivers is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Hijikata lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T2#
Hijikata lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Hijikata misses with a body punch.
Hijikata tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hijikata blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rivers tries to stall but Hijikata uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Rivers tries to stall but Hijikata uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Hijikata lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Rivers lands with a left to the head.
Hijikata tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rivers's elbow.
Rivers lands with a left to the head.
Rivers's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Hijikata scores with a shoulder strike.
Rivers tries to work over Hijikata's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hijikata lands an uppercut.
Rivers misses with a punch to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hijikata.
Hijikata pushes Rivers back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Hijikata throws a head punch that misses.
Hijikata throws a head punch that misses.
A right hand to the body from Hijikata.
Rivers tries to throw a body punch but Hijikata avoids it by throwing Rivers back against the cage.
Rivers tries a body shot but Hijikata blocks it.
Rivers blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Hijikata fails to land.
Hijikata fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hijikata cracks Rivers with a nice body shot.
Hijikata can't find room to land a body shot as Rivers controls the action.
Rivers blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hijikata throws a head punch that misses.
Hijikata lands a left hand.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Hijikata uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hijikata lands with a light punch inside.
Hijikata throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
Rivers blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hijikata lands a hook that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Rivers fails to land.
Hijikata tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
Hijikata working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rivers struggles to land a body shot inside as Hijikata controls his hands.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Hijikata tries to stall but Rivers uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A hook to the body from Hijikata.
Hijikata blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A body shot lands from Hijikata.
Rivers looks winded!
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Rivers is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Hijikata struggles to land a body shot inside as Rivers controls his hands.
Hijikata lands with a light punch inside.
Hijikata lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Hijikata lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC#
Rivers is rocked!
Hijikata tries to throw a body punch but Rivers avoids it by throwing Hijikata back against the cage.
Rivers is still on wobbly legs! Can Hijikata finish him?
Hijikata is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Hijikata tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers seems to have recovered his senses.
Hijikata is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Hijikata tries to work over Rivers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toshi Hijikata dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Hijikata throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Rivers walks forward, straight into a front kick from Hijikata.
Hijikata moves into range and connects with a jab.
Rivers misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hijikata attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Rivers lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Hijikata throws a low kick, looking for Rivers's leg but Rivers calmly moves out of range.
Rivers missing with a left hand there. Hijikata was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice uppercut there from Rivers.
Rivers throws the left hand but Hijikata avoids the punch easily.
An inside leg kick lands from Hijikata.
Hijikata checks a leg kick.
A big right from Hijikata misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers checks a low kick from Hijikata.
Rivers appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Hijikata throws out a leg kick but Rivers moves out of range and Hijikata only half commits.
Rivers throws a body punch but Hijikata moves out of range.
Hijikata fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rivers has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Hijikata lands a jab to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hijikata fails with an attempt to clinch.
Rivers is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T1#
Hijikata thuds his shin into the meat of Rivers's side.
Hijikata swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hijikata is looking to clinch but Rivers is avoiding it. #CL#
Hijikata gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A short right from Hijikata.
Rivers prevents a body shot from Hijikata.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hijikata.
A right hand to the body from Hijikata.
Hijikata throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Rivers is breathing heavily.
Rivers doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rivers misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hijikata manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Hijikata.
Hijikata is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rivers can do to turn this around?
Rivers misses with a body punch.
Hijikata is leaning against Rivers and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Hijikata works on Rivers's body with a couple of short punches.
Hijikata lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T2#
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Hijikata lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
A shot in the inside from Hijikata.
Hijikata tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rivers's elbow.
Hijikata lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Hijikata tries to work over Rivers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hijikata pushes Rivers back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hijikata misses with a body punch.
A short right from Hijikata on the inside.
Hijikata'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.
Rivers takes a shot to the head.
Hijikata lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Hijikata fails to land.
Hijikata works on Rivers's body with a couple of short punches.
A short left from Hijikata. #T3#
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hijikata tries to work over Rivers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hijikata misses with a punch on the inside.
Rivers misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rivers doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hijikata blocks a body shot from Rivers.
Hijikata tries a body shot but Rivers blocks it.
Hijikata'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.
Toshi Hijikata has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Hijikata scores with a hook to the body.
Rivers misses with a body punch.
Rivers prevents a body shot from Hijikata.
Hijikata just leaning against Rivers, taking a breather.
A body shot lands from Rivers.
Hijikata dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Hijikata scores with a nice hook to the head.
Hijikata is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Hijikata has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers. #T4#
Hijikata lands a right hand.
Hijikata slowing the pace effectively.
Rivers tries to work over Hijikata's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Hijikata uses good head movement to avoid it.
A body shot lands from Hijikata.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hijikata creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Hijikata looking to stall.
A nice left hand lands by Hijikata.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rivers is trying to maintain a safe position but Hijikata gets an underhook and turns Rivers into the cage.
Rivers goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hijikata scores with a nice hook to the head.
Hijikata tries to work over Rivers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Hijikata has Rivers pressed against the cage.
Hijikata tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rivers's elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toshi Hijikata dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Good exchange - Hijikata coming out on top.
Rivers looks to land a combination but Hijikata avoids it well.
Rivers throws a leg kick but Hijikata sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Hijikata throws an off balance right hand
and Rivers counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hijikata throws a leg kick which misses Rivers's front leg but catches the back leg as Rivers tries to avoid it.
Rivers tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Toshi Hijikata seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hijikata. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rivers moves out of range of the body kick from Hijikata.
Hijikata fails in his attempt to clinch.
A low kick from Rivers misses
and Rivers takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rivers 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.
Toshi Hijikata is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hijikata misses with a wild body shot.
Hijikata tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Hijikata.
Hijikata ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rivers swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rivers gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Hijikata swings away with a body shot that misses
and Rivers counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Hijikata throws a leg kick which misses Rivers's front leg but catches the back leg as Rivers tries to avoid it.
Hijikata looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hijikata looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.
A nice side step and Rivers releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Some bone on bone action there as Hijikata checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Hijikata takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
Donk. Hijikata catches Rivers right on the button with a cross.
Hijikata works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Rivers tries to bum rush Hijikata with a series of wild strikes but Hijikata uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Hijikata tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Rivers paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hijikata does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rivers! But no joy.
Rivers swings away with a body shot that misses
and Hijikata counters with a good low kick that Rivers was not able to check.
A slapping leg kick lands for Hijikata.
Rivers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hijikata throws a predictable looking body shot
and Rivers counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Rivers darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hijikata. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rivers buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Hijikata scores with a nice body kick.
Rivers takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hijikata wants to slow Rivers down by chopping away at his legs.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Hijikata. Rivers shrugs it off though.
Hijikata wants to clinch up but Rivers keeps it at a distance.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Hijikata.
Hijikata attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Rivers now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Hijikata pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Rivers throws out a counter right but Hijikata avoids it with no problem.
Hijikata pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hijikata throws a low kick but Rivers avoids it.
Hijikata throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A nice side step and Rivers releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Hijikata throws a leg kick but Rivers checks it.
Hijikata moves in looking to clinch but Rivers pushes him off.
Rivers misses with a body kick.
Hijikata tries to clinch but Rivers is having none of it. #T3#
Hijikata tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Rivers manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hijikata looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.
Rivers fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Hijikata takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
Hijikata throws the kick towards the body but Rivers avoids it.
Rivers let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Rivers looks to score with a jab to the body but Hijikata is just out of range.
Hijikata swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hijikata throws a shot to the body.
Hijikata swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rivers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hijikata manages to avoid it.
Hijikata connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Rivers is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Hijikata lands the left hand.
Rivers misses with an uppercut. Hijikata saw that one coming.
Rivers lands a jab to Hijikata's midsection.#T4#
A lazy left from Hijikata finds it's target.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hijikata.
Rivers on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hijikata throws a nice inside leg kick.
Hijikata fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Hijikata looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A swing and a miss from Hijikata.
A good leg kick by Rivers.
Rivers throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hijikata lands with a hook. Rivers tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hijikata throws a lazy uppercut
and Rivers connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hijikata moves away from the strike by Rivers.
Rivers walks into a stiff left hand from Hijikata.
Hijikata goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Rivers looks to score with a jab to the body but Hijikata is just out of range.
Rivers takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toshi Hijikata clearly takes 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.
#R4#
Hijikata throws a hook to the side of Rivers's head but Rivers sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hijikata dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Rivers. That did some damage!
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Hijikata throws a lazy right hand but Rivers sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rivers throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hijikata chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Hijikata throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rivers's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Hijikata with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Hijikata connects with a body shot that sends Rivers's belly button to the back.
Hijikata is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Rivers misses with a hook. Hijikata ducked under it nicely.
Rivers misses with a left hand
and Hijikata counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Hijikata.
Hijikata misses with a body shot.
Hijikata lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Rivers throws a body punch but Hijikata moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
BOOM! Hijikata lands a beautiful left hook that drops Rivers. Rivers tries to recover but Hijikata is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Rivers lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Toshi Hijikata!
Toshi Hijikata retains his lightweight title!

Event: GPG: 42
Date: Aug 04, 2018

#R1#
Lang ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Sloppy strikes from Rivers. Those never looked like landing.
Lang tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A swing and a miss from Lang.
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lang moves away.
Lang misses with a head kick.
Lang throws a low kick, looking for Rivers's leg but Rivers calmly moves out of range.
Lang tries a head kick but it misses.
Lang throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rivers sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A big right from Rivers misses.
Rivers swings for the body but Lang moves out of range.
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
Rivers has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Lang is landing a low percentage of strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers misses with the combination.
The fighters circling - Rivers throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lang tries to move into range but Rivers moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CUT2#
It looks like Walter Lang has been cut.
Lang connects with a good right hand that stumbles Rivers. Rivers circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Rivers misses with a double jab. #T1#
Lang throws a sloppy head kick and Rivers moves out of range easily.
Rivers throws out a counter right but Lang avoids it with no problem.
Lang feints and then cracks Rivers's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rivers down.
Rivers pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lang misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lang keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rivers.
Lang throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range. #CL2#
Rivers gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Lang can't break the clinch.
Rivers tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lang's elbow.
Lang stalling in the clinch.
Rivers tries to stall but Lang uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Lang blocking some punches. #BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lang misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rivers.
Rivers takes a swing at Lang's ribcage but misses.
Lang takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
A little jabbing left from Rivers on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rivers scores with a hook to the body. Lang takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lang looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lang misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rivers is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lang with a body shot.#T2#
Rivers walks into a left hand.
Lang cracks Rivers with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rivers avoids the head kick by Lang.
Rivers avoids the body shot from Lang.
Rivers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lang walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Rivers checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lang takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lang throws a series of punches but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Rivers misses with a straight left.
Rivers lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lang circles away quickly and effectively.
Rivers throws a shot to the body.
Lang swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lang misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lang misses with a hook
letting Rivers counter with a right hand.
Lang throws a sloppy head kick and Rivers moves out of range easily.
A little jabbing left from Rivers on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T3#
Rivers throws a low kick, looking for Lang's leg but Lang calmly moves out of range.
Lang misses with a jab to the body
and Rivers counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang's jab looks to have found its range, popping Rivers under the eye.
Rivers scores with a sloppy right hand. Lang should have avoided that one.
Rivers tries to work over Lang's front leg with a kick but Lang checks it.
Lang walks into a jab.#ROC2#
Lang is rocked!
Sloppy strikes from Rivers. Those never looked like landing.
Lang throws a right and a left that both miss.
Lang misses with a body shot.
Rivers unleashes a big counter combination but Lang bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Rivers smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Rivers scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Oh Lang is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rivers is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Lang had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Rivers counters with a crisp right that sends Lang to the canvas! Rivers follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tom Rivers!
Tom Rivers 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.
Walter Lang was interviewed post fight and said 'I want to thank Freebok for sponsoring me. Buy there the have cool stuff!!! FREEBOK!!!'.

Event: GPG 39
Date: Jun 23, 2018

#R1#
Boly slips under a jab.
Rivers seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Boly steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rivers.
Boly throws a leg kick but Rivers sees it coming and moves out of range.
Boly takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Nice uppercut lands for Rivers. That snapped Boly's head back.
Rivers throws out a loose jab but Boly uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rivers.
A jab from Rivers does it's job there.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Rivers.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A combination from Rivers does no damage.
Boly looks to land a left hand but Rivers moved out of range nicely.
Rivers cracks Boly with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#ROC#
Boly is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Willy Boly has been cut.
Rivers lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Boly is still on wobbly legs! Can Rivers finish him?#T1#
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Rivers lands with a good body shot.
Boly backs away from a small jab... but Rivers lunges forward with a huge superman punch! Boly crumples to the ground as his mouth piece is sent flying! Rivers with a spectacular finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Tom Rivers!
A victorious Tom Rivers thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: PFF 29 Kansalainen vs Rivers
Date: Apr 14, 2018

#R1#
Rivers misses with a looping right.
Kansalainen throws a big counter combination but Rivers scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Rivers misses with a looping right.
Kansalainen lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Rivers with a nice cross.
Kansalainen throws a predictable looking body shot
and Rivers cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rivers connects with a nice looking jab.
Kansalainen misses with a lunging right hand
letting Rivers counter with a right hand.
Rivers uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kansalainen.
Rivers looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tapani Kansalainen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice defenses there by Rivers.
Kansalainen throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Rivers.
Rivers throws a big shot that misses.
Kansalainen slips a straight right by Rivers.
Kansalainen ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kansalainen slips under a jab from Rivers.
Rivers scores with a shot to the body.
Kansalainen throws an off balance right hand
and Rivers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rivers walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kansalainen gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Rivers tests Kansalainen's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Kansalainen.
Kansalainen swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Rivers counters with a one-two to the body.
Kansalainen throws out a loose jab but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kansalainen thows a left - swing and a miss!
The crowd cheers as Rivers lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kansalainen doesn't seem phased though.
Kansalainen lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT#
It looks like Tom Rivers has been cut.
Rivers moves out of range as Kansalainen strikes.
We've been told by Kansalainen's head coaches at Gangsterdamage that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Rivers misses with an uppercut. Kansalainen saw that one coming.
Kansalainen lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kansalainen throws a hook to the side of Rivers's head but Rivers sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rivers ducks under a wild hook from Kansalainen.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kansalainen throws a jab but it's blocked by Rivers.
Kansalainen throws out a loose jab but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Kansalainen misses the target.
Kansalainen staying out of range there.
Rivers takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kansalainen misses with a straight right. #T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kansalainen. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rivers takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Some wild striking there from Kansalainen.
Kansalainen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rivers looks to land a combination but Kansalainen avoids it well.
Kansalainen is looking to counter punch.
Kansalainen is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Rivers's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Kansalainen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kansalainen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rivers.
It seemed like Rivers was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Rivers scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kansalainen doesn't seem bothered though.
Rivers moves out of range of the strikes.
A right-left combo lands from Kansalainen.
Kansalainen looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kansalainen moves away.
Kansalainen feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Riverss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#ROC#
Rivers is rocked!
Kansalainen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rivers.
Kansalainen misses the jab.
Rivers slips a jab and a cross from Kansalainen.
It seemed like Rivers was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3#
Kansalainen misses with a body punch
enabling Rivers to counter with a crisp jab.
Rivers 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.
Kansalainen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Rivers looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rivers 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 slow jab from Kansalainen misses its intended target.
Kansalainen misses the jab.
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Kansalainen misses with a straight left.
A left lands for Rivers.
Kansalainen jabs Rivers right on the nose. Rivers blinks but takes it well.
Nice defenses there by Rivers.
Rivers throws a hook to the side of Kansalainen's head but Kansalainen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An attempted straight right counter from Kansalainen misses the target.
Rivers misses with a series of wild punches.
A quick step to the side and Kansalainen tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kansalainen staying out of range there.
Kansalainen was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Rivers slips under a jab from Kansalainen.
Rivers slips a jab from Kansalainen.
Kansalainen cracks Rivers with a right hand to the side of the head.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kansalainen misses the jab.
Kansalainen misses with the combination.
Jab from Rivers.
Rivers has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Rivers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kansalainen.
Kansalainen lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kansalainen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kansalainen cracks Rivers with a right hand to the side of the head.
Rivers lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kansalainen misses with a jab, cross combination.
Rivers scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kansalainen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rivers throws out the jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kansalainen just misses with a punch to the body.
Kansalainen takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
Kansalainen smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Rivers defending well as Kansalainen loads up on a big left hand. #CL2#
Rivers rushes Kansalainen and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
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 Tapani Kansalainen will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Rivers uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kansalainen.
A nice side step and Rivers releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Tom Rivers has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Decent striking displayed by Kansalainen there.
Kansalainen misses with a looping left.
Rivers throws out a counter right but Kansalainen avoids it with no problem.
Rivers looks to land a right hand but Kansalainen moved out of range.
Kansalainen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Rivers moves away from the strike by Kansalainen.
Kansalainen misses the shot to the body.
Kansalainen misses with a hook.
Kansalainen connects with the punch.
Rivers looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kansalainen takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
Tapani Kansalainen is winning the standup battle so far.
Rivers uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kansalainen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kansalainen lands a nice hook to Rivers's body. Rivers takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kansalainen lands a jab-cross combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kansalainen lands with a good body shot.
Rivers misses with a double jab.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Rivers might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kansalainen has got the better of the exchanges.
Kansalainen throws a right and a left that both miss.
Rivers jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Rivers is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kansalainen connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Rivers momentarily.
Rivers is still on wobbly legs! Can Kansalainen finish him?
Rivers throws a series of punches but Kansalainen avoids them all with ease.
Kansalainen lands a nice looking body shot.
Rivers throws a jab when Kansalainen was well out of range.
Rivers throws a big shot that misses.
Rivers seems to have recovered his senses.
Rivers throws a lazy uppercut
and Rivers takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kansalainen throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Kansalainen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A telegraphed right hand from Kansalainen misses the target.
Rivers let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kansalainen lands a body shot.
Rivers lands with a nice body punch.
Kansalainen blocks a jab.
Rivers misses with an uppercut.
Kansalainen 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.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The fighters circling - Rivers throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rivers bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Kansalainen lands a body shot.
Kansalainen cracks a nice hook into Rivers's ribs.
Rivers connects with a jab.
Kansalainen throws a jab when Rivers was well out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Kansalainen misses the target.
A shot to the liver by Rivers. Beautiful body shot.
Rivers takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kansalainen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A slow jab from Rivers misses its intended target.
Good exchange - Rivers coming out on top.
Rivers misses with a hook.
Kansalainen swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kansalainen uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rivers.
Rivers avoids the body shot from Kansalainen.
Kansalainen throws a hook but Rivers avoids it easily.
Rivers misses with a looping left.
Kansalainen scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rivers doesn't seem bothered though. #T3#
Kansalainen misses with a body shot.
Rivers throws a jab when Kansalainen was well out of range.
Kansalainen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It seemed like Rivers was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Rivers misses with an uppercut.
Kansalainen uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rivers.
Kansalainen throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rivers stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Good shot there by Kansalainen.
Rivers throws a looping overhand right but Kansalainen ducks down to avoid it.
Rivers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kansalainen.
Rivers lands with an overhand left.
Rivers throws a body shot but no joy.
Kansalainen is looking to counter punch.
Rivers lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kansalainen just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Rivers was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kansalainen connects with a crisp jab.
Kansalainen scores with a hook to the body. Rivers takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circle momentarily. Rivers darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T4#
Kansalainen 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.
Kansalainen misses with a straight right.
Kansalainen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rivers.
Kansalainen thuds a left hand into Rivers's body.
Kansalainen slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Rivers avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A cross from Kansalainen lands.
Kansalainen slips under a jab.
Kansalainen throws a jab but it's blocked by Rivers.
Kansalainen throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kansalainen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kansalainen throws a looping overhand right but Rivers ducks down to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rivers moves forwards but Kansalainen connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kansalainen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rivers.
Rivers on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kansalainen drops Rivers with a naaaaasty hook - Rivers is in real trouble here! Kansalainen dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tapani Kansalainen!
Tapani Kansalainen 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: PFF 26 Gagnon Vs Nurmy
Date: Mar 24, 2018

#R1#
Rivers throws a hook to the side of Steve's head but Steve sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Steve throws a big counter combination but Rivers scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Steve lands the left hand.#CL#
Steve pushes Rivers up against the cage in a clinch.
Steve lands a left hand.
Steve definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Steve wants to stall.
Rivers working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Rivers fails to land.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Steve is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Rivers to keep the fight standing.
Steve is stalling here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Steve.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
A short uppercut from Rivers.
Rivers swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC#
Steve breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Steve fails with an attempt to clinch.
Rivers 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.
Rivers lands with a right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like George Steve has been cut.
Rivers takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CUT#
It looks like Tom Rivers has been cut.
Rivers throws a hook but Steve blocks it.
Rivers missing with a left hand there. Steve was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Steve lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Rivers circles away quickly and effectively.
Steve throws a looping overhand right but Rivers ducks down to avoid it.
Steve ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Steve is looking to counter punch.
Rivers with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Steve to score with a decent uppercut.
A solid leg kick lands there for Steve. #CL#
Steve instigates a clinch.
Rivers misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Steve uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Steve escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Steve waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rivers.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Steve moves into the clinch.#T2#
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Steve takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #BC#
Steve escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rivers connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Steve throws a combination that misses
and Rivers counters with a nice uppercut.
Steve tries to clinch but Rivers moves out of range.
Steve swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Rivers lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Steve throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Steve blocks a jab.
Steve misses with a looping right.
Steve fails with an attempt to clinch.
Rivers 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. #CL#
Steve closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Rivers lands a hook that snaps the head of Steve backwards.
Rivers swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rivers misses with some punches. #BC#
Steve pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Steve tries to clinch but Rivers is having none of it.
Rivers rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Steve moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Rivers walks into a straight right hand from Steve.
Rivers staying out of range there.
Rivers lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CL#
Steve closes the distance and clinches.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
Steve blocks an uppercut.
Rivers blocking some punches.
Steve throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Rivers blocks it with crossed arms.
Steve holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
Steve blocking some punches.
With the fighters up against the cage, Steve throws an elbow but misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Steve. #BC#
Steve pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Steve throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
Rivers misses with a looping left.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rivers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A decent looking cross lands there for Steve.
Steve lands the left hand.
Steve scores with a hook.
Steve displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rivers throws out the jab.
Steve wants to clinch up but Rivers keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Steve has managed to clinch.
Steve has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers.
Steve blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Steve is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Steve.
Steve lands a shoulder strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Steve fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Steve lands a body shot in the clinch.
Rivers lands a left hand that snaps the head of Steve backwards. #BC#
Steve breaks the clinch and we return 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 George Steve will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Steve's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Steve thuds a left hand into Rivers's body.
Tom Rivers has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rivers keeps the fight on the outside.
Rivers takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Steve lands with an uppercut that bounces Rivers off the cage and back into range.
Steve is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rivers.
Rivers moves out of range as Steve strikes.
Rivers takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Rivers throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Steve throws a nice looking combination but Rivers bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Rivers let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Rivers scores with the left hand. Steve knows he should have avoided that one. #CL#
Steve has taken the fight to the clinch.
Steve blocking some punches.
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!
Steve lands a body shot in the clinch.
Steve throws an elbow that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Steve.
Steve throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Rivers blocks it with crossed arms.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Steve.
Steve blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Rivers gets through Steve's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Steve lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Steve blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Steve.
A short uppercut from Rivers.
Steve pressing his opponent against the cage.
A short right from Steve.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
Steve blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Steve blocks an uppercut.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Rivers.
Steve working aggressively here.
Still in the clinch, Steve scores with a nice short uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses. #T2##BC2#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Steve throws a poor cross that misses
and Rivers connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rivers throws the left hand but Steve avoids the punch easily.
Steve wants to clinch but Rivers slips to the side
and Rivers counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Rivers misses with a wild combination.
Steve keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rivers throws a jab but it's blocked by Steve.
Steve wants to clinch up but Rivers keeps it at a distance.
Rivers throws out a powerful jab.
Rivers 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.
Steve is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Steve thumps Rivers with a low kick.
Steve misses with a wild body shot.
The fight stays on the outside here - Steve looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Steve throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range. #T3#
Rivers throws a shot from downtown. Steve moves away and avoids it.
Rivers throws a hook to the side of Steve's head but Steve sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Steve fails with an attempt to clinch.
Steve tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Steve throws a leg kick that misses.
Steve fails with an attempt to clinch.
Steve moves out of range as Rivers strikes.
Steve steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rivers.
Steve fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Rivers on the side of the head.
Steve ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Steve pivots, looking for a leg kick but Rivers is out of range and Steve settles back down.
Rivers swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rivers takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Rivers lands with a nice combination. Steve backs away looking to recover.
Steve defending well as Rivers loads up on a big left hand.
Rivers missing with a left hand there. Steve was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Rivers drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Steve misses with a hook
and Rivers counters with a stiff right hand.
Rivers scores with a crisp jab that stopped Steve in his tracks. #ROC2#
Steve is rocked!#CL#
Steve has closed the distance and engaged Rivers in a clinch.
Rivers lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Steve.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Rivers lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Rivers.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rivers.
Oh Steve is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Steve lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Steve blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Steve throws a head punch that misses.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Steve uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tom Rivers seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers 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#
Steve ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Steve seems to have got his legs back now.
Rivers misses with a hook.#KD2#
Rivers sends Steve crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Rivers is motioning to the referee to let Steve up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
A looping hook to the body misses from Rivers. Steve does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rivers throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rivers misses with a series of wild punches.
Steve keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rivers.
Steve scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Rivers circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL#
Steve forces Rivers back against the cage and clinches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rivers.
Steve has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers.
Steve misses with a knee strike.
Steve misses with the head strike.
A right hook to the body lands for Steve. #T1#
Steve lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Steve blocking some punches.
Rivers working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Steve tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Steve struggles to land a body shot inside as Rivers controls his hands.
Steve tries to land a knee to the head but Rivers blocks with his arms.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Steve scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Steve throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Rivers blocks it with crossed arms.
Steve blocks an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Steve.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Rivers working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
Steve is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Rivers is keeping busy.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Steve lands an uppercut.#T2#
Steve tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rivers lands with a light punch inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rivers lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Steve will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Rivers up against the cage.
Steve is trying to maintain a safe position but Rivers gets an underhook and turns Steve into the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Rivers.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
A hook to the body from Steve.
Steve lands with a light punch inside.
Steve doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Steve just leaning against Rivers, taking a breather.
Rivers blocking some punches.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Rivers lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rivers misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rivers lands a left hand that snaps the head of Steve backwards.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3#
Steve taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Steve tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Steve lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Steve is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
Steve tries to work over Rivers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Steve blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Steve fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Steve misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Steve throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Riverss head.
Steve blocking some punches.
Steve tries to stall but Rivers uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Steve lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rivers swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rivers tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
Rivers tries to throw a body punch but Steve avoids it by throwing Rivers back against the cage.
Rivers tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Steve blocking some punches.
Rivers is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Rivers blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Steve scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Steve.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Steve.#ROC#
Rivers is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Steve.
Rivers trying to control the position but instead, Steve has worked for underhooks and has pushed Rivers into the cage.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Steve.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Steve.
Rivers cracks Steve with a nice body shot.
Steve blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rivers cracks Steve with a nice body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Tom Rivers.
Well Rivers 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 Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: PFF 21 Jones vs Hague
Date: Feb 17, 2018

#R1#
Kneecap throws a shot from downtown. Rivers moves away and avoids it.
We've been told by Kneecap's head coaches at Fight Hard that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kneecap tries to clinch but Rivers is having none of it.
Rivers needs to keep his hands up - Kneecap had a free shot at his head there.
Rivers lands with a cross.
Kneecap throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Rivers thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rivers slips under a jab from Kneecap.#CL#
Kneecap takes the fight into the clinch.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Rivers has a couple of punches blocked by Kneecap.
A body shot lands from Kneecap.
Rivers swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Kneecap lands a left hand.
Kneecap lands with a short shot to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rivers has a couple of punches blocked by Kneecap.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Rivers lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kneecap backwards.
Kneecap throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers. #T1#
Kneecap has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers.
A left hand lands to the body for Kneecap.
Kneecap struggles to land a body shot inside as Rivers controls his hands.
Rivers lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kneecap.
Rivers blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Kneecap struggles to land a body shot inside as Rivers controls his hands.
Rivers has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Kneecap seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Rivers can turn it around.
Kneecap has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers.
Kneecap throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Rivers scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kneecap lands a right hand.
Kneecap doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rivers blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kneecap misses with a punch on the inside.
Kneecap lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kneecap has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Kneecap misses with a body punch.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Kneecap up against the cage.
Rivers blocks an uppercut. #T2#
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kneecap misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kneecap.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers has a couple of punches blocked by Kneecap.
Kneecap misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kneecap takes a shot to the head.
Kneecap blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kneecap lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Rivers lands an uppercut.
Kneecap tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Kneecap uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kneecap blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rivers misses with some punches.
Kneecap lands a shoulder strike.
Kneecap lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kneecap misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kneecap.
Rivers blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Kneecap uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Kneecap scores with a shoulder strike.
Rivers blocking some punches.
Kneecap can't find room to land a body shot as Rivers controls the action.
Kneecap misses with the head strike.
Kneecap blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kneecap tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kneecaps head.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kneecap softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Rivers doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kneecap lands a shot to the body.
Kneecap throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
Rivers tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kneecap's elbow.
Kneecap is leaning against Rivers and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kneecap misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers lands an uppercut.
Rivers lands a shoulder strike.
Still in the clinch, Kneecap scores with a nice short uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kneecap blocks an uppercut.
Kneecap pushes Rivers back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kneecap lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T4#
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kneecap stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kneecap scores with a hook to the body.
Kneecap throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kneecap lands a body shot.
Kneecap throws a head punch that misses.
Rivers lands a right hand.
Kneecap softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kneecap swings wildly with an uppercut but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Kneecap throws a head punch that misses.
Kneecap lands a nice uppercut.
Kneecap blocks an uppercut.
A short left from Kneecap.
A short body shot lands from Kneecap as the two fighters clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kneecap.
Kneecap digs a right hand underneath Rivers's ribcage. Rivers let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kneecap works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers prevents a body shot from Kneecap.
Kneecap misses with a body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pretentious Kneecap 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#
Rivers gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tom Rivers has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rivers misses with a series of wild punches.
Kneecap scores with a sloppy right hand. Rivers should have avoided that one. #CL2#
Rivers gets a clinch.
Kneecap lands an uppercut.
Kneecap is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rivers can do to turn this around?
Kneecap swings wildly with an uppercut but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rivers tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kneecap lands with a short shot to the head.
A body shot lands from Kneecap.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Kneecap fails to land.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kneecap throws a head punch that misses.
Kneecap doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Kneecap fails to land.
Rivers blocks an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers prevents a body shot from Kneecap. #T1#
Rivers prevents a body shot from Kneecap.
Kneecap lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rivers is trying to stall.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kneecap throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Riverss head.
Kneecap swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kneecap working aggressively here.
Pretentious Kneecap has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kneecap blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rivers misses with some punches.
Kneecap throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kneecap.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kneecap.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Rivers blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Rivers fails to land.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Kneecap softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Kneecap.
Kneecap misses with a short punch on the inside.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Kneecap here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Rivers tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kneecap has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers.
Rivers misses with the head strike. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kneecap.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kneecap misses with the head strike.
A short uppercut from Kneecap.
Kneecap blocking some punches.
Kneecap working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Rivers tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kneecap throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
Kneecap doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kneecap misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kneecap lands a right hand.
Kneecap scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kneecap creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Rivers fails to land.
Kneecap scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rivers tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Rivers blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kneecap misses with a punch on the inside.
Kneecap misses with the head strike. #T3#
Rivers prevents a body shot from Kneecap.
Kneecap tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rivers's elbow.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kneecap working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kneecap misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kneecap misses with the head strike.
Rivers blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Kneecap fails to land.
Kneecap lands a nice uppercut.
Rivers lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Kneecap.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kneecap.
Kneecap blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kneecap misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short left from Kneecap.
Kneecap tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kneecap misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kneecap misses with a body punch.
A short right from Rivers.
Kneecap misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kneecap throws a head punch that misses. #T4#
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kneecap tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Kneecap uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Kneecap uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kneecap is working Rivers over against the cage.
Rivers working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kneecap misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kneecap presses Rivers against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Rivers lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rivers blocks an uppercut.
Kneecap tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kneecap.
Rivers blocking some punches.
Kneecap is working Rivers over against the cage.
Kneecap digs a right hand into Rivers's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Rivers's gas tank.
Kneecap tries to work over Rivers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kneecap.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pretentious Kneecap dominated that second 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Kneecap pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kneecap lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rivers at a distance.
Kneecap connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rivers's hands.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kneecap.
Kneecap connects with a crisp jab.
Rivers misses with a few strikes there.
Kneecap pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kneecap lands with a good body shot.
Kneecap misses with the combination.
Kneecap turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Rivers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rivers throws a big shot that misses.
Kneecap scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Rivers throws a hook but Kneecap avoids it easily.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Rivers takes a jab right on the kisser.
Pretentious Kneecap is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Kneecap lands with a good body shot.
Rivers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kneecap was well out of range. Poor timing from Rivers.
Kneecap misses with a straight right.
Kneecap with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kneecap tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Kneecap.
Decent striking displayed by Kneecap there.
Kneecap lands with an overhand left.
Rivers throws a right hand that Kneecap ducks under and follows up with a left that Kneecap also avoids with ease.
Kneecap throwing a counter right hand but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Kneecap works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Donk. Kneecap catches Rivers right on the button with a cross.
Kneecap throws the left hand but Rivers avoids the punch easily.
Rivers walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kneecap scores with a jab. Rivers acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Kneecap closes the distance and clinches.
Kneecap misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers blocks a body shot from Kneecap.
Rivers takes a shot to the head.
Pretentious Kneecap is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Kneecap lands with a right to the head.
Rivers misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Kneecap blocking some punches.
Kneecap lands a nice shot to the body.
Kneecap blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Rivers fails to land.
Kneecap's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kneecap can't find room to land a body shot as Rivers controls the action.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kneecap.
Kneecap misses with the head strike.
Kneecap lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kneecap. #T3#
Rivers has a couple of punches blocked by Kneecap.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Kneecap blocks a body shot from Rivers.
Kneecap goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kneecap blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rivers misses with a body punch.
Rivers misses with some punches.
A shot in the inside from Kneecap.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
Kneecap misses with some punches. #T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
Rivers tries to work over Kneecap's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Kneecap blocks an uppercut.
Rivers pressing his opponent against the cage.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
Rivers tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kneecap.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Pretentious Kneecap showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kneecap 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 Valeri Chadov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 30:27
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pretentious Kneecap!
Pretentious Kneecap took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, XFighter Clothing for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: Bear Brawl 4
Date: Sep 02, 2017

#R1#
A big right from Agnarsson misses.
Rivers loads up on a big right hand but Agnarsson slips the punch.
Nice cross by Rivers.
Agnarsson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rivers.
Rivers takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Agnarsson lands an overhand right.
Agnarsson misses with a right hand
and Rivers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rivers seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Agnarsson jabs Rivers right on the nose. Rivers blinks but takes it well.
Agnarsson misses with a body shot.
Rivers connects with a nice looking jab.
Rivers misses with a few strikes there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rivers shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Agnarsson avoids the body shot from Rivers. #T1#
Agnarsson connects with a jab.
Rivers thuds a left hand into Agnarsson's body.
Agnarsson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Agnarsson cracks Rivers with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Rivers is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Agnarsson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Agnarsson is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Rivers had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Rivers scores with a jab.
Rivers throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Agnarsson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Rivers ducks under a wild hook from Agnarsson.
Rivers looks to score with a jab to the body but Agnarsson is just out of range.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rivers lands a nice hook to Agnarsson's body. Agnarsson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Rivers doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Rivers lands a nice looking body shot.
Agnarsson slips under a jab.
Rivers takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Agnarsson swings widly with a right hand
enabling Rivers to counter with a crisp jab.
Rivers avoids the body shot from Agnarsson.
Agnarsson connects with a body shot that sends Rivers's belly button to the back.
Agnarsson uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Rivers has time to react.
Agnarsson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A slow jab from Rivers misses its intended target.
Agnarsson throws a looping overhand right but Rivers ducks down to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Rivers on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T3#
Rivers misses with a lunging right hand
and Agnarsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rivers throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Agnarsson counters with a straight right hand.
Rivers connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Agnarsson momentarily.
Agnarsson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Agnarsson works Rivers's body with a nice hook.
Agnarsson scores with a jab to the jaw.
Agnarsson scores with a jab to the jaw.
Rivers takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #ROC2#
Rivers is rocked!
Rivers takes a swing at Agnarsson's ribcage but misses.
Agnarsson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rivers bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Agnarsson's head backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Agnarsson throws an overhand right that lands on Rivers's shoulder, as Rivers tries to avoid the shot.
It looked like Rivers was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Agnarsson.
Agnarsson connects with a body shot that sends Rivers's belly button to the back.#T4#
Rivers darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Rivers takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Rivers misses with a wild body shot.
Rivers slips a jab from Agnarsson.
A counter left hand to the body from Rivers misses its target.
Nice shot lands for Rivers.
Rivers throws a combination that misses
and Agnarsson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Agnarsson swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
It looked like Rivers wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rivers looks to land a combination but Agnarsson avoids it well.
Agnarsson throws a counter combo.
Rivers lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Agnarsson circles away quickly and effectively.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Agnarsson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A slow jab from Agnarsson misses its intended target.
Rivers slips under a jab from Agnarsson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Grimur Agnarsson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
A jab from Agnarsson misses.
Rivers takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Rivers takes a swing at Agnarsson's ribcage but misses.
Rivers on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Agnarsson takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Agnarsson lands a lovely overhand right.
Agnarsson avoids the body shot from Rivers.
Rivers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Agnarsson stalks Rivers and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Rivers's face. Rivers staggers backwards, shaken.
Oh Rivers is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT2#
It looks like Tom Rivers has been cut.
Rivers bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Agnarsson's head.
Rivers seems to have got his legs back now.
Rivers misses with a wild body shot.
Agnarsson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Agnarsson avoids the body shot from Rivers. #T1#
The fighters circling - Rivers throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Agnarsson takes a jab right on the kisser.
Agnarsson misses with a body shot
and Agnarsson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Agnarsson scores with a nice strike.
Rivers misses with an uppercut.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Agnarsson! But no joy.
Rivers looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Agnarsson misses with a body shot.
Agnarsson misses with a wild body shot.
Rivers just misses with a punch to the body.
Agnarsson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Agnarsson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rivers looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A big right from Rivers misses.
A little jabbing left from Agnarsson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rivers connects with a crisp jab. #T2#
Good standup being displayed there by Rivers as he connects with a hook.
Agnarsson fails in his attempt to clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Agnarsson digs a good hook to Rivers's body.
Rivers rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Agnarsson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Agnarsson misses.
Rivers works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Rivers misses with a straight left.
Agnarsson takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #ROC#
Agnarsson is rocked!
Rivers just misses with a punch to the body.
Agnarsson swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Agnarsson lands with a straight right. Rivers didn't see that one coming.
Rivers looks to score with a jab to the body but Agnarsson is just out of range.
Agnarsson looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
Agnarsson avoids the body shot from Rivers.
A lazy left from Rivers finds it's target.
Agnarsson lands a nice looking body shot.
Rivers dodges the punch combination from Agnarsson.
Rivers was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Rivers takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Rivers is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Agnarsson takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
Agnarsson misses the jab.
Agnarsson misses with a hook. Rivers ducked under it nicely.
Agnarsson scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Rivers swings widly with a right hand
and Agnarsson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Agnarsson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Agnarsson scores with a nice strike.
Agnarsson scores with a decent looking hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rivers moves out of range as Agnarsson strikes.
Agnarsson swings away with a body shot that misses
and Rivers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rivers connects with a nice looking jab.
Agnarsson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rivers appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Agnarsson throws an overhand right that lands on Rivers's shoulder, as Rivers tries to avoid the shot.
Agnarsson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Rivers moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Grimur Agnarsson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Agnarsson looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.
Rivers was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Agnarsson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Rivers makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Rivers misses with a two punch combination.
A little jabbing left from Agnarsson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rivers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Agnarsson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rivers.
Agnarsson drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Rivers defends it well.
Rivers slips under a jab from Agnarsson.
Rivers throws a big counter combination but Agnarsson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Rivers has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Agnarsson finds it's way round the side to connect with Rivers's head.
Agnarsson misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers lands a right hook to the body.
Rivers moves out of range as Agnarsson strikes.
Rivers ducks right into an uppercut from Agnarsson.
Rivers misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Agnarsson lands with a nice body punch.
Grimur Agnarsson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rivers thows a left - swing and a miss!
Agnarsson throws out a counter right but Rivers avoids it with no problem.
Agnarsson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Agnarsson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Agnarsson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rivers moves away.
Agnarsson throws a shot from downtown. Rivers moves away and avoids it.
Agnarsson throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Rivers counter with a right hand.
Rivers cracks Agnarsson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Agnarsson is still on wobbly legs! Can Rivers finish him?
Agnarsson swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Rivers counters with a nice body shot.
Agnarsson seems to have recovered his senses.
Agnarsson scores with the left hand. Rivers knows he should have avoided that one.
Rivers swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T2#
Agnarsson moves out of range as Rivers strikes.
Agnarsson moves in looking to clinch but Rivers pushes him off.
Agnarsson lands a jab to Rivers's midsection.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Agnarsson lands with a cross.
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
Agnarsson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Agnarsson swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rivers. Agnarsson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rivers uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Agnarsson.
Rivers with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Agnarsson misses with a hook to the body
and Rivers counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T3#
Rivers connects with a nice looking jab.
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
Agnarsson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Agnarsson tests Rivers's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rivers misses with a jab, cross combination.
Rivers looks to score with a jab to the body but Agnarsson is just out of range.
Rivers throws a series of strikes that have Agnarsson backpedaling.
Agnarsson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rivers.
Agnarsson throws a looping overhand right but Rivers ducks down to avoid it.
Rivers pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Agnarsson back to the cage. Rivers follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Agnarsson swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Agnarsson moves out of range as Rivers strikes.
Agnarsson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Agnarsson misses with an uppercut. Rivers saw that one coming.
Rivers looks to land a right hand but Agnarsson moved out of range.
Rivers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Agnarsson.
Rivers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Agnarsson was well out of range. Poor timing from Rivers.
Agnarsson lands a body shot.
A combination from Rivers does no damage.
Agnarsson fails to land with a series of punches.
Agnarsson throws a shot to the body.
Rivers throws a predictable looking body shot
and Agnarsson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Tom Rivers did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Rivers feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Agnarssons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Rivers with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rivers takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Rivers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Agnarsson was well out of range. Poor timing from Rivers.
Agnarsson scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Agnarsson lands a slapping body shot.
Agnarsson moves out of range as Rivers strikes.
Agnarsson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Agnarsson misses with an uppercut
and Rivers counters with a series of strikes. Agnarsson will be more careful next time no doubt.
Rivers's jab looks to have found its range, popping Agnarsson under the eye.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Agnarsson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rivers counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Agnarsson cracks Rivers with a right hand to the side of the head.
Agnarsson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Agnarsson lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Rivers dips to his left and cracks Agnarsson with an uppercut!
Rivers throws a right hand that misses
and Agnarsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Agnarsson closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Rivers! Agnarsson dives in looking to finish! Rivers is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Grimur Agnarsson!
Grimur Agnarsson is the new featherweight champion!

Event: RBB 23: Montgomery vs White
Date: Jul 29, 2017

#R1#
Kneecap swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kneecap ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rivers moves away.
Rivers drops his hands momentarily and Kneecap takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Rivers misses with a wild combination.
Rivers jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kneecap lands with an overhand left.
A punch lands to the side of Rivers 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kneecap throws an overhand right that lands on Rivers's shoulder, as Rivers tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Rivers connects with a nice looking jab. #CUT#
It looks like Pretentious Kneecap has been cut.
Rivers fails to land with a series of punches.
Kneecap fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kneecap tests Rivers's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rivers slips a straight right by Kneecap.
Kneecap punishes Rivers's body with a nice straight punch.
Kneecap punishes Rivers's body with a nice straight punch.
Rivers shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kneecap throws a push kick but Rivers slaps the foot to one side.
Kneecap connects with a nice looking jab. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kneecap misses with a straight right.
Kneecap tries to work over Rivers's front leg with a kick but Rivers checks it.
Rivers takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Rivers gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kneecap.
Kneecap tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rivers was well out of range. Poor timing from Kneecap.
Kneecap misses with a lunging right hand
and Rivers counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kneecap jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Rivers swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kneecap counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rivers displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kneecap throws out the jab.
Rivers is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T3#
Kneecap clobbers Rivers with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Rivers takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kneecap is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Rivers had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Kneecap misses with a body shot.
Kneecap throws a shot from downtown. Rivers moves away and avoids it.
A quick step to the side and Rivers tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kneecap misses with a looping right.
Rivers swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kneecap throws a leg kick that misses.
Rivers slips under a jab.
Kneecap throws out a loose jab but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kneecap clobbers Rivers with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T4#
Kneecap avoids the body shot from Rivers.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kneecap! But no joy.
Rivers chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kneecap can pounce on him.
Rivers moves into range and connects with a jab.
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Kneecap pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rivers just misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers slips under a jab from Kneecap.
A swing and a miss from Kneecap.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pretentious Kneecap dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Pretentious Kneecap'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#
Kneecap lands with a shot to the body.
Kneecap fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Rivers tries to counter by clinching up but Kneecap breaks away and moves out of range.
Rivers lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kneecap throws a hook to the side of Rivers's head but Rivers sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rivers's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kneecap connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Rivers scrambles back to his feet.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Kneecap. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Rivers takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kneecap throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rivers stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kneecap lands the left hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Kneecap misses the target.
Rivers throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kneecap counters with a right hand to the body. #T1#
Kneecap throws a body shot but no joy.
Pretentious Kneecap seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice defenses there by Rivers.
Kneecap fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kneecap. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rivers takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kneecap looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kneecap bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Rivers's head.
Rivers misses the jab.
It seemed like Kneecap was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rivers. Kneecap does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kneecap connects with a body shot that sends Rivers's belly button to the back.#T2#
Kneecap chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Rivers takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A big left from Rivers misses.
Danga de danga de dang - Rivers scores with a four punch combination!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kneecap lands a nice looking kick to the body. Rivers takes a step back to recover.
Kneecap throws a hook but Rivers blocks it.
Rivers is looking for a counter combo.
Kneecap throws a lazy uppercut
letting Rivers counter with a right hand.
Kneecap scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Kneecap wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kneecap rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rivers counters with a nice body shot.
Rivers throws the left hand but Kneecap avoids the punch easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kneecap! But no joy.
Kneecap throws a jab when Rivers was well out of range.
Kneecap connects with a looping right hand.
Rivers avoids a kick to the body.
Kneecap has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kneecap fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Kneecap cracks Rivers with an open hand slap.
Kneecap misses with a looping left.#T4#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kneecap, as that shot connected.
Kneecap throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Rivers counters with a straight right hand.
Kneecap getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kneecap moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kneecap throws a jab when Rivers was well out of range.
Rivers tries to bum rush Kneecap with a series of wild strikes but Kneecap uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kneecap just misses with a punch to the body.
Kneecap misses with an uppercut
and Rivers counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kneecap connects with a single shot there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pretentious Kneecap showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Pretentious Kneecap's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Kneecap misses with a body shot.
Kneecap misses with a body shot
enabling Rivers to counter with a crisp jab.
Kneecap misses with a hook
and Rivers counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Rivers needs to keep his hands up - Kneecap had a free shot at his head there.
Kneecap thuds a left hand into Rivers's body.
Kneecap throws a looping overhand right but Rivers ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kneecap swings widly with a right hand
and Rivers counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Kneecap throws a series of punches but Rivers avoids them all with ease.
Rivers was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
No joy there for Rivers, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T1#
Rivers misses with a body shot.
It seemed like Kneecap was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A combination from Rivers does no damage.
Kneecap lands a body shot.
Rivers moves out of range of the strikes.
Kneecap scores with a shot to the body.
A left and a right from Rivers both land. Nice combination.
Kneecap takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kneecap.
Rivers bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kneecap's head.#T2#
Kneecap connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rivers needs to keep his hands up - Kneecap had a free shot at his head there.
Kneecap throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers throws an off balance right hand
and Kneecap connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kneecap swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rivers went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A jab from Kneecap misses.
Rivers is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Rivers misses with a straight left.
Kneecap follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Kneecap tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Rivers is able to avoid easily.#T3#
Rivers lands an overhand right.
A combination from Kneecap does no damage.
Rivers looks to land a left hand but Kneecap moved out of range nicely.
Rivers uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kneecap.
Kneecap uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rivers.
Kneecap misses with a leg kick
and Rivers counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kneecap thinking.
Kneecap throws a lazy right hand but Rivers sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kneecap moves away.
Rivers uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kneecap.
It looked like Rivers was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kneecap.#T4#
Rivers throws a lazy right hand but Kneecap sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rivers slips a jab from Kneecap.
Rivers is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kneecap fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Rivers might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Kneecap scores with the left hand. Rivers knows he should have avoided that one.
Kneecap ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rivers moves away.
Rivers throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Rivers keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kneecap.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kneecap getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Pretentious Kneecap just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Pretentious Kneecap's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Rivers with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kneecap to score with a decent uppercut.
A jab from Kneecap misses.
Kneecap scores with a nice strike.
Kneecap throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Rivers counters with a three punch combo that has Kneecap backing up. Kneecap nods at Rivers to acknowledge the strikes.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Rivers has knocked Kneecap down with a huge combo! Rivers steps away and waves a wobbly Kneecap back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#
Kneecap is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kneecap scores with a nice body kick.
Kneecap is still on wobbly legs! Can Rivers finish him?
Nice defenses there by Kneecap.
Kneecap looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.
Rivers is looking for a counter combo.
Rivers scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Kneecap! Rivers dives in looking to finish! Kneecap is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tom Rivers!
Tom Rivers retains his featherweight title!
A victorious Tom Rivers thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: RBB 20: Nurmagomedov vs Rivers
Date: Jul 01, 2017

#R1#
Nurmagomedov misses with a takedown attempt - Rivers sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Nurmagomedov tries for a takedown but Rivers circles away easily
enabling Rivers to counter with a crisp jab.
Nurmagomedov fails with a takedown attempt.
Rivers looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fedor Nurmagomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nurmagomedov closes the distance but Rivers moves to the side
and Rivers counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Nurmagomedov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Russian Bears Training Center in the buildup to the fight.
Rivers bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nurmagomedov's head.#T1#
Rivers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nurmagomedov manages to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Rivers.
Nurmagomedov tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Rivers manages to circle out of the way.
Rivers throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nurmagomedov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Rivers sprawls and moves away.
Rivers misses with a hook.
Rivers displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov avoids the body shot from Rivers.
Nurmagomedov tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Rivers manages to circle out of the way.
Rivers bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rivers doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Rivers. Nurmagomedov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nurmagomedov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#CL#
Nurmagomedov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Nurmagomedov tries to score a body lock takedown but Rivers shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Nurmagomedov has Rivers pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Rivers manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Rivers lands an uppercut.
Nurmagomedov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rivers fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Nurmagomedov shoots and misses
and Rivers counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nurmagomedov tries to clinch but Rivers is having none of it.
Tom Rivers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Nurmagomedov forces Rivers back against the cage and clinches.
Nurmagomedov tries for a takedown but Rivers manages to get underhooks. #T3#
Nurmagomedov wants a takedown but no success here.
Rivers prevents the takedown attempt.
Rivers prevents a takedown attempt there.
Nurmagomedov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rivers fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Rivers connects with a nice looking jab.
Rivers stuffs the takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov. Nurmagomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
Tom Rivers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rivers throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rivers scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T4#
Nurmagomedov slips a jab from Rivers.
Nurmagomedov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Rivers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nurmagomedov moves away.
Rivers misses with a looping left.
Rivers jabs at Nurmagomedov's body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rivers.
Nurmagomedov moves out of range as Rivers strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rivers thuds a left hand into Nurmagomedov's body.
Rivers connects with the punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Nurmagomedov shoots in but Rivers avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nurmagomedov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Rivers dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers 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.
Rivers scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Nurmagomedov doesn't seem bothered though.
Nurmagomedov moves away from the strike by Rivers.
Nurmagomedov darts in looking for a takedown but Rivers gets double underhooks and turns Nurmagomedov into the cage. #T1#
Rivers throws a lazy right hand but Nurmagomedov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Nurmagomedov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tom Rivers seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nurmagomedov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rivers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rivers scores with a jab to the head. #ROC2#
Nurmagomedov is rocked!
Rivers swings for the body but Nurmagomedov moves out of range.
Rivers scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Oh Nurmagomedov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nurmagomedov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Nurmagomedov seems to have got his legs back now.
Nice takedown defense from Rivers. No joy for Nurmagomedov on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fedor Nurmagomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rivers avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rivers swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Nurmagomedov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rivers moves away.
Rivers 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!
Nurmagomedov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rivers.
Rivers has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nurmagomedov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rivers sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nurmagomedov walks into a jab.
Horrible takedown attempt by Nurmagomedov or perhaps it was just good defense by Rivers, which made it look bad.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov is defended easily by Rivers.#T3#
Rivers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov is defended easily by Rivers.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rivers! But no joy.
A slow jab from Rivers misses its intended target.
Nurmagomedov wants to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Rivers on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD#
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Nurmagomedov is thwarting Rivers's attempts to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but Rivers is blocking nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Rivers connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nurmagomedov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Nurmagomedov shoots in looking for a takedown. Rivers tries to sprawl out of it but Nurmagomedov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Rivers manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rivers. Nurmagomedov does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers looks to score with a jab to the body but Nurmagomedov is just out of range.#CL#
Rivers tries to keep at a distance but Nurmagomedov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nurmagomedov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Rivers pulls him back up using the underhooks. #T1#
Rivers lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rivers lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nurmagomedov backwards.
Nurmagomedov is working for takedown but Rivers is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fedor Nurmagomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rivers is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Still in the clinch, Rivers scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rivers lands a hook that snaps the head of Nurmagomedov backwards.
Rivers prevents a takedown attempt there.
Nurmagomedov tries to score a body lock takedown but Rivers shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Rivers tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nurmagomedov's elbow.
Rivers prevents the takedown attempt.
Rivers can't find room to land a body shot as Nurmagomedov controls the action.
Nurmagomedov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nurmagomedov wants to take the fight to the mat but Rivers manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T2#
Rivers pushes Nurmagomedov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Rivers lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nurmagomedov backwards.
A bit of stalling here from Rivers.
A body shot lands from Rivers.
Nurmagomedov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rivers fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Nurmagomedov 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.
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Rivers but Rivers pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Rivers misses with a body shot. #T3#
Nurmagomedov swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nurmagomedov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rivers! But no joy.
Nurmagomedov tries for a takedown but Rivers circles away easily
and Rivers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nurmagomedov misses with a body punch
and Rivers counters with a two punch combo.
Rivers fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Nurmagomedov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T4#
Nurmagomedov misses with a body shot
and Rivers counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Nurmagomedov thinking.
Rivers throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Rivers stuns Nurmagomedov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nurmagomedov backs away from a small jab... but Rivers lunges forward with a huge superman punch! Nurmagomedov crumples to the ground as his mouth piece is sent flying! Rivers with a spectacular finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Tom Rivers!
Tom Rivers is the new featherweight champion!
Tom Rivers 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.
Fedor Nurmagomedov was interviewed post fight and said 'We train hard for this camp. Sadly, we didn't get win. Good fight, Tom. Be ready. I will get belt back soon! '.

Event: RBB 16: Butcher vs Timmons
Date: Jun 03, 2017

#R1#
Constantine throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Constantine uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rivers.
Constantine displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rivers throws out the jab.
Jab from Constantine.
Rivers throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Rivers takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL#
Rivers fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Constantine, pushing him back against the cage.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Rivers misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers lands with a right to the head.
Rivers lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Constantine prevents a body shot from Rivers.
Rivers misses with some punches.
Constantine blocking some punches. #T1#
Constantine is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Rivers is working Constantine over against the cage.
Constantine wants to break the clinch but can't.
Nice body punch from Rivers - that landed with a thud.
Rivers tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rivers keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Constantine's efforts to push away.
Rivers working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Constantine.
Rivers keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Constantine's efforts to push away.
Constantine blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T2#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rivers creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rivers.
Constantine wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Rivers.
Rivers lands with a light punch inside.
Rivers pushes Constantine back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Rivers lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Constantine backwards.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Rivers softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A hook to the body from Rivers.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Constantine is trying to break the clinch but Rivers is controlling him.
A short right from Rivers.
Rivers digs a right hand into Constantine's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Constantine's gas tank. #T3#
Constantine misses with some punches.
Rivers lands an uppercut.
Rivers lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Constantine or not.
Rivers lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rivers throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Constantines head.
Constantine blocks an uppercut.
Rivers lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Rivers lands a body shot.
Constantine prevents a body shot from Rivers.
Rivers makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rivers working aggressively here.
A hook to the body from Rivers. #T4#
Rivers can't find room to land a body shot as Constantine controls the action.
Rivers lands a right hand.
Rivers makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
Rivers lands a left hand that snaps the head of Constantine backwards.
Rivers misses with some punches.
Constantine blocking some punches.
Rivers goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rivers lands a body punch in the clinch.
Constantine has had enough of the clinch but Rivers keeps him there for the moment.
Constantine is trying to break the clinch but Rivers is controlling him.
Rivers lands a left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Constantine takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Rivers looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Rivers has taken the fight to the clinch.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Constantine.
Rivers lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Rivers digs a right hand underneath Constantine's ribcage. Constantine let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Rivers lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Constantine prevents a body shot from Rivers.
Constantine blocks a body shot from Rivers.
Rivers tries to throw a body punch but Constantine avoids it by throwing Rivers back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rivers struggles to land a body shot inside as Constantine controls his hands.
Constantine blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Constantine is trying to break the clinch but Rivers is controlling him.
Rivers misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Rivers makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tom Rivers has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Rivers cracks Constantine with a nice body shot.
A short left from Rivers.
Rivers tries a body shot but Constantine blocks it.
Constantine blocking some punches.
Rivers lands a body shot.
Rivers is working Constantine over against the cage.
Rivers lands an uppercut.
Rivers works on Constantine's body with a couple of short punches.
Rivers lands a left hand that snaps the head of Constantine backwards.
Constantine looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside. #T2#
Rivers scores with a shoulder strike.
Rivers tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
Rivers softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Rivers 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.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Still in the clinch, Rivers scores with a nice short uppercut.
Constantine is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Rivers scores with a shot to the side of Constantine's head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rivers.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Rivers tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Constantine's elbow.
Constantine prevents a body shot from Rivers.
Rivers keeps control of Constantine as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Constantine uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rivers lands a hook that snaps the head of Constantine backwards.
Constantine working hard to break the clinch.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Rivers is leaning against Constantine and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Rivers misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Constantine blocking some punches.
Constantine blocking some punches.
Constantine has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A frustrated look appears on Constantine's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T4#
Rivers is leaning against Constantine and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Rivers softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Constantine tries to break free but Rivers pushes him back against the cage.
Rivers has a couple of punches blocked by Constantine.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Constantine uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Rivers tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Constantine's elbow.
Rivers lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rivers lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rivers lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Constantine tries to break free but Rivers pushes him back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers dominated that second 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. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Rivers has taken the fight to the clinch.
Rivers lands an uppercut.
Rivers scores with a nice hook to the head.
Constantine blocking some punches.
Rivers working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#ROC#
Constantine is rocked!
Rivers is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Constantine can do to turn this around?
Rivers goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rivers blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Constantine blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Constantine.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Constantine can't break the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Constantine.
Rivers working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T1#
Rivers struggles to land a body shot inside as Constantine controls his hands.
Constantine is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Rivers lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Rivers goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
Constantine is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Rivers tries to throw a body punch but Constantine avoids it by throwing Rivers back against the cage.
Rivers blocks an uppercut.
Rivers misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rivers lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rivers lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rivers misses with some punches. #T2#
Rivers prevents Constantine from breaking the clinch.
Rivers lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rivers scores with a hook to the body.
Constantine prevents a body shot from Rivers.
Rivers lands with a right to the head.
Rivers working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Constantine is looking to break free of the clinch but Rivers has double underhooks.
Rivers tries a body shot but Constantine blocks it.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rivers.
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!
Rivers lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rivers misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tom Rivers is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Constantine tries to break free but Rivers pushes him back against the cage.
Rivers lands a body punch in the clinch.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Constantine is trying to force a seperation but Rivers has the dominant position.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rivers.
Rivers working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T4#
Constantine tries to break the clinch but Rivers is controlling the position.
Joe Constantine has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rivers misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Constantine wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Constantine doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rivers lands a left hand that snaps the head of Constantine backwards.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tom Rivers showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Rivers, 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 Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 30:25
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 30:25
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 30:25

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tom Rivers!
After the fight, Tom Rivers 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: RBB 13: Lewis vs Butcher
Date: May 13, 2017

#R1#
Rivers needs to keep his hands up - Kneecap had a free shot at his head there.
Kneecap has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Keyboard Warriors in the buildup to the fight.
Kneecap scores with a sloppy right hand. Rivers should have avoided that one.
Kneecap misses with a low kick.
Kneecap throws out a leg kick but Rivers moves out of range and Kneecap only half commits.
Kneecap throws out a loose jab but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rivers looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kneecap takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Rivers fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kneecap throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rivers sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kneecap loads up on a big right hand but Rivers slips the punch.
Rivers staying out of range there.
Kneecap takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses.
Kneecap lands a lovely overhand right.
Rivers drops his hands momentarily and Kneecap takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kneecap lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rivers misses with a hook. Kneecap ducked under it nicely.
Kneecap smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kneecap lands a right hook to the body.
Rivers misses with a hook. Kneecap ducked under it nicely.
Rivers scores with a jab to the body.
Rivers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
An attempted straight right counter from Kneecap misses the target.
Kneecap will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #T1#
Kneecap moves out of range as Rivers strikes.
Kneecap misses with a leg kick. #CL2#
Rivers clinches.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Rivers tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kneecap.
Kneecap has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers.
Kneecap makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kneecap just misses with a elbow thrown towards Rivers's brow.
Kneecap tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kneecap takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kneecap lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kneecap misses with a hook to the body
and Rivers cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rivers stalks Kneecap and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Kneecap's face. Kneecap staggers backwards, shaken.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rivers thuds a left hand into Kneecap's body.
Kneecap ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kneecap clobbers Rivers with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kneecap is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T2#
Rivers avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rivers throws a hook but Kneecap avoids it easily.
Rivers takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kneecap uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rivers.
Rivers on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kneecap lands with an overhand left.
Kneecap scores with a nice right hand.
Rivers throws a hook to the side of Kneecap's head but Kneecap sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kneecap swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rivers throws a shot from downtown. Kneecap moves away and avoids it.
Rivers defending well as Kneecap loads up on a big left hand.
A shot to the liver by Rivers. Beautiful body shot.
Kneecap throws a hook but Rivers avoids it easily.
Rivers is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Jab from Kneecap.
Kneecap throws a body punch but Rivers moves out of range.
Rivers throws an overhand right that lands on Kneecap's shoulder, as Kneecap tries to avoid the shot. #T3#
Rivers uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kneecap.
Kneecap lands with a good body shot.
Kneecap throws the left hand but Rivers avoids the punch easily.
Kneecap throws a body shot but no joy.
Kneecap swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A slow jab from Rivers misses its intended target.
Kneecap misses with a looping left.
Rivers is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kneecap with a body shot.
Kneecap misses with a hook. Rivers ducked under it nicely.
Kneecap throws a big shot that misses.
Kneecap throws a body shot but no joy.
Rivers keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kneecap.
A big left from Kneecap misses.
Kneecap looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.
Rivers checks a leg kick.
It seemed like Rivers was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kneecap scores with a nice strike.
Kneecap wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kneecap swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
Kneecap throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rivers slips a jab from Kneecap.#T4#
Rivers misses with a body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Kneecap on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rivers moves forwards but Kneecap connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kneecap misses with a looping left.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Rivers checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kneecap avoids the body shot from Rivers.
Rivers avoids a kick to the body.
Kneecap takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kneecap looks to throw the jab but Rivers is out of range.
A little jabbing left from Rivers on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Pretentious Kneecap seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kneecap with a jab.
A big left from Kneecap misses.
Kneecap digs a good hook to Rivers's body.
Rivers's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kneecap under the eye.
Kneecap listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kneecap blocks a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rivers misses with a body shot.
Kneecap throws a chopping leg kick but Rivers manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Rivers swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rivers blocks a jab.
Kneecap cracks Rivers with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pretentious Kneecap dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Rivers ducks under a wild hook from Kneecap.
Kneecap listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kneecap misses with an uppercut.
Rivers looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kneecap fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Kneecap keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kneecap misses with a hook to the body
and Rivers counters with a straight right hand.
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
Rivers defending well as Kneecap loads up on a big left hand.
Kneecap misses with a wild body shot.
Kneecap lands with a cross.
Kneecap just misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers throws a shot from downtown. Kneecap moves away and avoids it.
Kneecap works Rivers's body with a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kneecap lands with an uppercut that bounces Rivers off the cage and back into range.
Kneecap throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kneecap smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kneecap scores with a jab to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big left from Rivers misses.
Rivers throws a jab when Kneecap was well out of range.#T1#
Kneecap ducks right into an uppercut from Rivers.
Pretentious Kneecap is winning the standup battle so far.
Kneecap ducks under a wild hook from Rivers.
Kneecap throws a sloppy body shot
and Rivers counters with a stiff right hand.
Kneecap listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kneecap is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rivers can do to turn this around?
Kneecap scores with a jab to the body.
Kneecap connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kneecap uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rivers.
Kneecap lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Kneecap lands a nice hook to Rivers's body. Rivers takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Rivers jabs Kneecap right on the nose. Kneecap blinks but takes it well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kneecap scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rivers doesn't seem bothered though.
Rivers uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kneecap.
Rivers looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rivers 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 jab from Kneecap misses.
Rivers missing with a left hand there. Kneecap was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
An attempted straight right counter from Kneecap misses the target.
Kneecap fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Kneecap lands a slapping body shot.
Kneecap jabs at Rivers's body.
Rivers ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T2#
Kneecap blocks a jab.
Rivers misses with a straight right.
Kneecap throws a body shot but no joy.
Rivers throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kneecap lands the left hand.
Rivers tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kneecap manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rivers lands with a nice combination. Kneecap backs away looking to recover.#ROC2#
Kneecap is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Pretentious Kneecap has been cut.
Rivers looks to score with a jab to the body but Kneecap is just out of range.
Oh Kneecap is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rivers has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kneecap misses with a body shot.
Rivers appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kneecap seems to have got his legs back now.
Kneecap throws an off balance right hand
letting Rivers counter with a right hand.
Kneecap thuds a left hand into Rivers's body.
Rivers looks to land a right hand but Kneecap moved out of range.
Kneecap throws a hook but Rivers avoids it easily.
Rivers stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kneecap misses with a wild body shot.
Rivers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kneecap.
Kneecap throws a good cross that connects. #T3#
Kneecap ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rivers moves away.
Rivers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kneecap bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kneecap's corner calls for a 1-2. Kneecap obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kneecap misses with a straight left.
Good shot there by Kneecap.
Rivers digs a good hook to Kneecap's body.
Rivers takes one to the side of the head.
Rivers misses the shot to the body.
Kneecap looks to land a left hand but Rivers moved out of range nicely.
A slow jab from Rivers misses its intended target.
Kneecap lands a head shot.
Kneecap takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Rivers moves out of range of the leg kick from Kneecap.
Rivers uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kneecap.
Rivers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kneecap.
A clash of legs there as Rivers blocks the low kick.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Kneecap here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
The fighters circling - Kneecap throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kneecap looks to land a left hand but Rivers moved out of range nicely.
Good exchange - Rivers coming out on top.
Kneecap scores with a hook.
Rivers misses the jab.
Kneecap scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kneecap swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kneecap throws a good cross that connects.
Rivers tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kneecap manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rivers moves away from the strike by Kneecap.
Rivers looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kneecap bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kneecap waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rivers.
Rivers missing with a left hand there. Kneecap was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It looked like Kneecap was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Rivers.
Kneecap throws an overhand right that lands on Rivers's shoulder, as Rivers tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rivers throws out a loose jab but Kneecap uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kneecap slips under a jab from Rivers.
Kneecap looks to land a left hand but Rivers moved out of range nicely.
Rivers uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kneecap.
A countering left hand to the body from Rivers misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pretentious Kneecap dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Pretentious Kneecap's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Kneecap misses with an attempted mid kick.
A big right from Kneecap misses.
Kneecap misses with a looping right.
Rivers defending well as Kneecap loads up on a big left hand.
It seemed like Rivers was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kneecap lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #CL2#
Rivers moves into range and clinches up with Kneecap.
Rivers misses with a body punch.
Kneecap tries to break the clinch but Rivers is controlling the position.
Kneecap throws a head punch that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from Kneecap.
A head punch on the inside from Kneecap fails to land.
Kneecap misses with some punches.
A short body shot lands from Rivers as the two fighters clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kneecap blocking some punches. #BC2#
Rivers pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rivers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kneecap bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice uppercut there from Rivers.#T1#
Rivers throws the left hand but Kneecap avoids the punch easily.
Kneecap misses the jab.
Kneecap catches Rivers with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A shot to the liver by Kneecap. Beautiful body shot.
Rivers needs to keep his hands up - Kneecap had a free shot at his head there.
Rivers misses the jab.
Kneecap waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rivers.
Kneecap lands a nice shot to the body. #CL2#
Rivers has managed to clinch.
Kneecap misses with some punches. #BC2#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rivers checks the leg kick.
Kneecap fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
Kneecap scores with a jab to the jaw.
Rivers looks to land a right hand but Kneecap moved out of range.
Kneecap avoids the body shot from Rivers.
Kneecap fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kneecap misses with a low kick as Rivers jumps back.
Tom Rivers has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Pretentious Kneecap is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Kneecap lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Rivers displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kneecap throws out the jab.
Kneecap misses with a left hand
and Rivers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kneecap walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Rivers cracks Kneecap with a hook to the temple - Kneecap is on wobbly legs here! Rivers swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Kneecap falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Rivers wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Tom Rivers!
Tom Rivers 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.
Pretentious Kneecap was interviewed post fight and said 'Dear Clinch Rapist--I'll round out my game and we'll dance again. '.

Event: RBB 10: Toure vs Lewis
Date: Apr 15, 2017

#R1#
Pico ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pico tries to counter with a clinch but Rivers shakes him off and moves away.
Rivers will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Rivers fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Rivers misses with a wild body shot.
Pico with the counter takedown but Rivers avoids it easily.
Rivers looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Pico tries to close the distance and clinch but Rivers swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pico keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pico let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Rivers slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Rivers looks to throw the jab but Pico is out of range.
Pico ducks right into an uppercut from Rivers. #T1#
Rivers uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#ROC#
Pico is rocked!
Rivers is looking for an opening here. He's unloaded a big left hand that catches Pico flush on the jaw and sends him tumbling to the canvas! Pico is out cold! Rivers holds back from landing any unnecessary shots to his unconscious opponent, as the referee reacts slowly to the situation. A brutal knockout and then some excellent sportsmanship - this guy is my new favorite fighter!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tom Rivers!
In his post fight interview, Tom Rivers started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 22, 2017

#R1#
A slow jab from Rivers misses its intended target.
Rivers looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Rivers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hernandez scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rivers doesn't seem bothered though.
Rivers bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hernandez's head.
Hernandez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rivers manages to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Hernandez.
Hernandez takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Hernandez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rivers.
Hernandez misses with a straight right.
Rivers has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hernandez finds it's way round the side to connect with Rivers's head. #CL2#
Hernandez tries to keep at a distance but Rivers has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hernandez blocking some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hernandez.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Hernandez.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rivers tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hernandez's elbow.
Hernandez goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hernandez struggles to land a body shot inside as Rivers controls his hands.
A short right from Rivers.
Hernandez working aggressively here.
Hernandez lands a left hand. #T1#
Rivers lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hernandez tries to throw a body punch but Rivers avoids it by throwing Hernandez back against the cage.
Rivers blocking some punches.
Hernandez misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers blocks a body shot from Hernandez.
Hernandez tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hernandez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hernandez tries to throw a body punch but Rivers avoids it by throwing Hernandez back against the cage.
Hernandez lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Rivers.
Rivers tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hernandez's elbow.
Rivers lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hernandez backwards.
Rivers misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rivers struggles to land a body shot inside as Hernandez controls his hands.
Hernandez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rivers scores with a shot to the side of Hernandez's head.
Rivers lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hernandez scores with a shot to the side of Rivers's head.
Rivers scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hernandez lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hernandez blocking some punches. #T2#
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hernandez doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rivers lands a nice shot to the body.
Hernandez fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers tries a body shot but Hernandez blocks it.
Rivers tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hernandez lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rivers.
Hernandez tries to throw a body punch but Rivers avoids it by throwing Hernandez back against the cage.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Hernandez throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
A head punch on the inside from Hernandez fails to land.
Hernandez lands with a right to the head.
Rivers lands a nice uppercut.
Rivers lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hernandez or not.
Hernandez blocks a body shot from Rivers.
Hernandez lands a nice uppercut.
Rivers misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Hernandez. #T3#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Hernandez.
Hernandez throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
Hernandez blocks a body shot from Rivers.
Rivers blocking some punches.
Rivers blocking some punches.
Hernandez can't find room to land a body shot as Rivers controls the action.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
Hernandez tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rivers's elbow.
Rivers lands with a left to the head.
Rivers working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A nice left hand lands by Rivers.
Hernandez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hernandez blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hernandez blocks a body shot from Rivers.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hernandez.
A short uppercut from Rivers.
A short uppercut from Rivers.
Hernandez scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Hernandez.
Rivers blocks a body shot from Hernandez. #T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
Hernandez struggles to land a body shot inside as Rivers controls his hands.
Rivers is leaning against Hernandez and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Rivers misses with a body punch.
Hernandez softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Hernandez tries to throw a body punch but Rivers avoids it by throwing Hernandez back against the cage.
Rivers lands a shoulder strike.
Hernandez lands with a short shot to the head.
Hernandez gets through Rivers's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Hernandez.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hernandez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rivers misses with a punch to the body.
Hernandez can't find room to land a body shot as Rivers controls the action.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hernandez misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rivers working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers digs a right hand into Hernandez's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Hernandez's gas tank.
Rivers lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tom Rivers will probably get the nod.
That's time! Hernandez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Rivers misses with a looping left.
Rivers wants to clinch.
Hernandez throws an overhand right that lands on Rivers's shoulder, as Rivers tries to avoid the shot.
Rivers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hernandez.
Nice shot by Rivers.
Hernandez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rivers.
A right-left combo lands from Rivers.
Rivers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hernandez.
Hernandez throws the left hand but Rivers avoids the punch easily.
Hernandez throws a hook but Rivers blocks it.
Hernandez misses the jab.
Rivers now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers fails in his attempt to clinch.
Rivers ducks under a wild hook from Hernandez.
Rivers ducks under a wild hook from Hernandez.
Hernandez fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Rivers on the side of the head.
Rivers lands with a good body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hernandez takes a swing at Rivers's ribcage but misses. #T1#
A big right from Hernandez misses.
Hernandez throws a body shot but no joy.
Hernandez needs to keep his hands up - Rivers had a free shot at his head there.
Andrei Hernandez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Hernandez tries to keep at a distance but Rivers has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hernandez blocks an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Hernandez.
A hook to the body from Hernandez.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Rivers 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.
Hernandez blocks an uppercut.
Rivers misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hernandez throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
Hernandez tries to work over Rivers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hernandez has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers.
Hernandez lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Hernandez tries a body shot but Rivers blocks it.
Hernandez tries to work over Rivers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hernandez fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hernandez lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Hernandez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tom Rivers seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rivers.
Rivers digs a right hand underneath Hernandez's ribcage. Hernandez let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hernandez working aggressively here.
Rivers goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hernandez struggles to land a body shot inside as Rivers controls his hands.
Hernandez doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hernandez.
Rivers working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
Rivers blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hernandez misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rivers lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Hernandez misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hernandez misses with the head strike.
Hernandez pushes Rivers back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Hernandez blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Hernandez swings wildly with an uppercut but Rivers uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
Hernandez tries to work over Rivers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Rivers on the inside.
Hernandez prevents a body shot from Rivers.
A short uppercut from Hernandez.
Rivers throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hernandezs head.
Rivers blocks a body shot from Hernandez.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hernandez.
Hernandez misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rivers misses with a punch on the inside.
Rivers lands a nice shot to the body.
Hernandez throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hernandez.
Rivers misses with some punches.
Hernandez misses with a body punch.
Hernandez lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rivers backwards.
Hernandez throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers. #T4#
Hernandez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rivers blocks an uppercut.
Hernandez presses Rivers against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Rivers is working Hernandez over against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rivers scores with a hook to the body.
Rivers lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hernandez backwards.
Rivers blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hernandez lands a shot to the body.
Rivers has a couple of punches blocked by Hernandez.
Hernandez tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right from Hernandez.
Hernandez tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rivers lands a hook that snaps the head of Hernandez backwards.
Rivers lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Hernandez has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers.
Rivers doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rivers swings wildly with an uppercut but Hernandez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hernandez misses with a short punch on the inside.
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 Andrei Hernandez will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Hernandez takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Hernandez lands with a nice body punch. #CL2#
Rivers has taken the fight to the clinch.
Hernandez misses with a body punch.
Hernandez can't find room to land a body shot as Rivers controls the action.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hernandez creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Hernandez misses with a punch on the inside.
Hernandez is working Rivers over against the cage.
Rivers lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Hernandez makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rivers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers misses with some punches.
Rivers blocks a body shot from Hernandez.
Rivers lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rivers.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers struggles to land a body shot inside as Hernandez controls his hands.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Hernandez throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
Rivers misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rivers gets through Hernandez's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Hernandez gets through Rivers's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Rivers misses with a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hernandez.
Hernandez has a couple of punches blocked by Rivers.
Hernandez struggles to land a body shot inside as Rivers controls his hands.
Hernandez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rivers.
Hernandez throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
A left hand lands to the body for Hernandez.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hernandez.
Rivers misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rivers prevents a body shot from Hernandez.
Rivers digs a right hand underneath Hernandez's ribcage. Hernandez let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Hernandez tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rivers's elbow.
Rivers working aggressively here.
Hernandez misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Rivers lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hernandez tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rivers's elbow.
A short uppercut from Rivers.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hernandez can't find room to land a body shot as Rivers controls the action.
A head punch on the inside from Rivers fails to land.
Rivers tries to work over Hernandez's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rivers throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hernandezs head.
Hernandez misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hernandez misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hernandez goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hernandez can't find room to land a body shot as Rivers controls the action.
Rivers misses with some punches.
Hernandez blocks an uppercut.
Hernandez doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hernandez tries to throw a body punch but Rivers avoids it by throwing Hernandez back against the cage.
Rivers throws a head punch that misses.
Rivers misses with a body punch.
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Hernandez. #T3#
Hernandez throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rivers creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rivers.
Hernandez misses with a punch to the body.
Rivers stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Rivers's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rivers throws a punch but it's blocked by Hernandez.
A right hand to the body from Hernandez.
Rivers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hernandez throws a punch but it's blocked by Rivers.
Rivers scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
Rivers lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Hernandez misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hernandez or not.
Hernandez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rivers's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A right hand to the body from Hernandez.
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 nice left hand lands by Rivers. #T4#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rivers.
Hernandez fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rivers tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hernandez.
Hernandez misses with a punch on the inside.
Hernandez working aggressively here.
Hernandez misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Rivers.
Hernandez softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rivers.
Rivers blocks an uppercut.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rivers has a couple of punches blocked by Hernandez.
Rivers blocks a body shot from Hernandez.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rivers.
Rivers has a couple of punches blocked by Hernandez.
Rivers tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Hernandez fails to land.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tom Rivers comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Rivers 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 James Atkins scores the fight 29:29
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Tom Rivers!
In his post fight interview, Tom Rivers started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Gladiators 10
Date: Feb 26, 2017

#R1#
McGregor throws a predictable looking body shot
and Rivers counters with a stiff right hand.
Conor McGregor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rivers takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CUT#
It looks like Tom Rivers has been cut.
McGregor throws a lazy right hand but Rivers sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rivers looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Rivers swings for the body but McGregor moves out of range.
McGregor takes one to the side of the head.
Rivers has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
McGregor throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McGregor tries a head kick but it misses.
A shot to the liver by Rivers. Beautiful body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McGregor misses with a low kick as Rivers jumps back.
Rivers blocks a head kick by McGregor.
Rivers moves out of range of the leg kick from McGregor.#T1#
McGregor throws a leg kick
and Rivers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rivers throws a right and a left that both miss.
Rivers throws a body shot but no joy.
McGregor has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from McGregor there as he acknowledges the shot.
Rivers connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed McGregor momentarily.
McGregor looks to land a right hand but Rivers moved out of range.
McGregor throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Rivers throws a good cross that connects.
McGregor swings for the body but Rivers moves out of range.
McGregor misses with a series of wild punches. #T2#
McGregor cracks the inside of Rivers's front leg.
Rivers moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McGregor gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Rivers counters with a stiff right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGregor has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Rivers connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
McGregor misses with a jab, cross combination.
Rivers jabs at McGregor's body.
McGregor on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
McGregor is breathing heavily.
Rivers getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
We've been told by McGregor's head coaches at Tycoon Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
McGregor throws a right hand that misses
and Rivers counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
McGregor looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
McGregor punishes Rivers's body with a nice straight punch.
Nice body punch from Rivers.
McGregor walks into a stiff left hand from Rivers.
Rivers misses with the combination.
Good shot there by Rivers.
McGregor looks to score with a jab to the body but Rivers is just out of range.
Rivers smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
McGregor misses with a body shot. #T4#
McGregor wants to clinch up but Rivers keeps it at a distance.
Rivers avoids the head kick by McGregor.
Rivers scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Rivers tests McGregor's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGregor falls off balance throwing a combination
and Rivers counters with a nice uppercut.
Rivers fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#CL2#
McGregor tries to keep at a distance but Rivers has taken the fight into the clinch.
Rivers working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rivers is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McGregor is defending well for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Rivers dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tom Rivers's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
McGregor misses with an uppercut
and Rivers cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rivers connects with the punch.
McGregor keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGregor misses with a few strikes there. #CL2#
McGregor tries to keep at a distance but Rivers has taken the fight into the clinch.
Rivers lands a shoulder strike.
Rivers lands a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivers lands a left hand that snaps the head of McGregor backwards. #ROC2#
McGregor is rocked!
Rivers has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rivers crunches a lovely knee into McGregor's ribcage.
Rivers lands a nice shot to the body. #BC2#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGregor looks to land a body kick but Rivers moved away.#T1#
McGregor walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Oh McGregor is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rivers drops McGregor with a big left hand! McGregor is injured, injured bad! Rivers jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tom Rivers!
Tom Rivers 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.

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