Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 13, 2020

#R1#
Wahrr slaps away a takedown attempt from Tambua, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Wahrr changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Tambua throws the left hand but Wahrr avoids the punch easily.
Wahrr appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A lazy left from Tambua finds it's target.#CUT2#
It looks like Kooz Wahrr has been cut.#TD2#
Tambua feints and as Wahrr raises his hands in defense, Tambua changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Wahrr wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Tambua is now in half guard.
Wahrr is trying to control but can't.
Wahrr is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Tambua is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Tambua is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Wahrr sees it coming and defends easily.
Wahrr wants to improve his position but Tambua is controlling well. #T1##SUB2#
Tambua is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Wahrr sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Tambua is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wahrr is just riding it out for now. Tambua eventually gives up the hold.
Wahrr trying to get back to full guard but Tambua takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Wahrr is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Tambua pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Wahrr is trying to escape the mount. #T2#
Wahrr wants to control but Tambua is having none of it.
Tambua looking to finish with strikes here!
Wahrr tries to reverse the position but Tambua maintains control.
Wahrr tries to hold on but Tambua pushes him away.
Wahrr holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Tambua tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Tambua has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Wahrr is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB2#
Tambua working for a guillotine from mount but Wahrr is in no mood to give up.
Wahrr really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T3#
Wahrr taking shots to the head. #CUT2#
Kooz Wahrr's cut is getting worse.
Tambua throws some wild stikes that Wahrr manages to avoid easily.
Tambua avoids the attempt from Wahrr to control.
Wahrr takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#CUT2#
Kooz Wahrr's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Mukinio Tambua!
Our winner, Mukinio Tambua, 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: EFC Pato vs Paa 2
Date: Aug 24, 2019

#R1#
Tambua uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Minerva.
Tambua slips a jab from Minerva.
Minerva on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Scott Minerva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Minerva uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tambua.
An attempted straight right counter from Minerva misses the target.
Minerva just misses with a punch to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tambua throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tambua has a takedown stuffed.
Minerva throws a jab when Tambua was well out of range.
Tambua gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A big right from Minerva misses.
Tambua uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Minerva.
Minerva misses with an uppercut.
Tambua takes one to the chin there.
Tambua shoots in for a takedown but Minerva shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Minerva ducks under a wild hook from Tambua.
A little feinted left hand from Minerva on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Minerva keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Scott Minerva has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mukinio Tambua.
Minerva displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tambua throws out the jab.
Tambua throws out a loose jab but Minerva uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Tambua lands a lovely overhand right.
Minerva leaves Tambua with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Minerva throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tambua. #TD2#
Tambua gets the takedown into side control. #SUB2#
Tambua is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Minerva knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Tambua looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Minerva manages to get back to half guard.
Minerva is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Far-Q Fight Club, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Tambua is working for a submission of some sort. #T2##SUB2#
Tambua is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Minerva is refusing to be controlled, as Tambua sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Tambua is looking for a kimura but Minerva is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tambua to get the leverage.
Minerva is looking for a sweep. Tambua is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tambua working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Minerva's thigh. Minerva counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Tambua trying to control the position from guard on top but Minerva is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Tambua stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Minerva swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tambua trying to control but Minerva is working from the bottom.
Tambua won't allow Minerva to sweep him here.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Minerva holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB2#
Tambua postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Minerva is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Tambua, into his guard. #REVR#
Tambua doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tambua is on top in guard. #REVB#
Tambua trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tambua won't allow Minerva to get back to his feet.
Minerva trying to control the position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tambua tries to free his leg and advance position but Minerva is retaining full guard.
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 Scott Minerva will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Tambua closes the distance and clinches up with Minerva, looking for a takedown. Tambua pushes Minerva against the cage but Minerva circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Minerva stuffs the takedown.
Tambua defending well as Minerva loads up on a big left hand.
Tambua fails to land the takedown.
Scott Minerva has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mukinio Tambua.
Tambua slips a straight right by Minerva.
Tambua throws out a counter right but Minerva avoids it with no problem.
Tambua ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD2#
Tambua scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Minerva managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Tambua. #SUB2#
Tambua goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Minerva has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Tambua but great work by Minerva.
Minerva is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Tambua's shoulder. That is not cool.
Tambua is looking to reverse the position.
Tambua gets back to half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Minerva content to control rather than advance.
Tambua wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB2#
Tambua looking for submissions off his back.
Minerva seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Minerva is pressing down on Tambua's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tambua is holding on for now.
Tambua is refusing to be controlled, as Minerva sits in half guard.
Tambua is pressing down on Minerva's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tambua is trying to keep Minerva in close.
Minerva is pushing down on Tambua's leg trying to pass to half guard. Tambua is fighting to maintain full guard but Minerva has managed to sneak the leg through.
Tambua regains full guard. Nicely done.
Minerva preventing the sweep.
Minerva is looking to stand up but Tambua won't let him.
Tambua trying to strike off his back.
Minerva wants to stand but Tambua is controlling his posture from full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Scott Minerva is winning the standup battle so far.
Tambua shoots in for a takedown but Minerva shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Tambua fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Tambua walks into a left hand.
Minerva misses with a hook.
Minerva misses with a looping left.#T3#
Tambua on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Minerva. Minerva obviously looking to wear him down.
Tambua scores with a nice head shot.
Jab, jab by Minerva - just one landing.
A big right from Tambua misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tambua is defended easily by Minerva.
Minerva fires out a quick counter leg kick but Tambua just manages to avoid it.
Tambua gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Minerva.#TD2#
Minerva gets caught flat footed, as Tambua shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES#
Minerva kicks Tambua off and gets to his feet.
Scott Minerva is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tambua looks to land a right hand but Minerva moved out of range.
Tambua fails with the takedown.
Minerva is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tambua can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Tambua closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Minerva's guard.#T4#
Tambua postures up in Minerva's guard and throws a big left but Minerva blocks it.
Minerva pulls Tambua in close to prevent any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tambua accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB2#
Tambua drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Minerva dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Tambua looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Minerva puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Minerva seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Tambua is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tambua makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tambua.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Scott Minerva dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Tambua chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Minerva can pounce on him.
Tambua shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Minerva sprawls well. Minerva wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Tambua gets slowly back to his feet.
A counter left hand to the body from Minerva misses its target.
Minerva throws a low kick but Tambua avoids it.
Minerva throws a jab but it's blocked by Tambua.
Tambua looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Minerva quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
A swing and a miss from Tambua.
Minerva displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Tambua.
Scott Minerva has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mukinio Tambua.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minerva turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Minerva keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A punch lands to the side of Minerva 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T1#
Tambua shoots in for a double leg but Minerva sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Tambua.
Tambua takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Minerva thows a left - swing and a miss!
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tambua! But no joy.
Minerva feints and then cracks Tambua's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tambua down.
Donk. Minerva catches Tambua right on the button with a cross.
Minerva throws a leg kick which misses Tambua's front leg but catches the back leg as Tambua tries to avoid it.
Minerva pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tambua is out of range and Minerva settles back down.
Minerva misses with a looping right.
Minerva scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tambua checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
It seemed like Tambua was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tambua 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.
Tambua throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Minerva to counter with a crisp jab.
Minerva throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Minerva fakes the leg kick and cracks Tambua in the body.
Minerva misses with a looping right.
Minerva just misses with a punch to the body.
Tambua throws out a counter right but Minerva avoids it with no problem.
Minerva throws a shot from downtown. Tambua moves away and avoids it.
Tambua shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Minerva defends it nicely.#T2#
Tambua goes for a double leg but Minerva avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Minerva continues to drive forward.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A shot to the liver by Minerva. Beautiful body shot.
Minerva lands a glancing blow to the side of Tambua's head.
Tambua shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A slow jab from Minerva misses its intended target.
Tambua throws a good cross that connects.
Minerva cracks Tambua with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tambua slips a jab from Minerva.
Minerva misses with a looping right.
Minerva throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
A low kick from Minerva misses #TD2#
and Tambua counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Minerva! #SUB2#
Tambua swings around for an armbar but Minerva sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Tambua's guard.
Mukinio Tambua has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Minerva might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Minerva sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Minerva trying to stand up but can't free himself from Tambua's guard.#T3##SUB2#
Tambua looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Minerva tries to stand but Tambua is controlling from the bottom.
Tambua 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.
Minerva trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Tambua isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Minerva stacks Tambua 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 Minerva!#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Tambua being controlled for a moment.
Tambua is trying to improve his position.#SU#
Minerva decides to stand up, so the ref orders Tambua to his feet.
A nice combination there by Tambua. #CUT2#
It looks like Scott Minerva has been cut.
Tambua moves forwards but Minerva connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tambua drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.

And that's the end of the fight!
Scott Minerva showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Minerva 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:28
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: EFC Ramses vs Lopez
Date: Jul 20, 2019

#R1#
Kueller will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tambua fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kueller avoids it really well and circles away.
Benjamin Kueller seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice uppercut there from Tambua.
Kueller throws the kick towards the body but Tambua avoids it.
Tambua darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kueller doesn't manage to clinch there - Tambua circles away.
Kueller throws a head kick but Tambua moves out of range.
Tambua moves out of range of the strikes.
Tambua lands with a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kueller thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Tambua if he has to take too many more of those.
Kueller takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kueller looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kueller takes a swing at Tambua's ribcage but misses. #TD#
Kueller shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Tambua is trying to defend but Kueller finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tambua trying to control from the bottom. #T1#
Tambua is looking for a sweep. Kueller is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tambua gets full guard.
Tambua looking for a sweep. Not yet Tambua, not yet.
Kueller tries to free his leg and advance position but Tambua is retaining full guard.
Tambua utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kueller with a nice head shot there.
Kueller trying to control but Tambua is working from the bottom.
Tambua is looking to sweep but instead, Kueller has passed into half guard.
Tambua wants to get back to full guard.
Kueller lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kueller connects with a nice short shot to Tambua's temple. #T2#
Kueller is trying to control. Tambua wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tambua is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tambua is not content to let Kueller control the position.
Tambua is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tambua wants to control but Kueller is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Tambua moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kueller postures up and lands a big shot to Tambua's brow.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tambua looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kueller is one step ahead there. #T3#
Kueller keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tambua's head.
Tambua tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kueller slips nicely into half guard.
Tambua wants to improve his position but Kueller is controlling well.
Kueller looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Tambua with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Tambua is trying to get back to full guard.
Kueller wants to free his trapped foot but Tambua is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Kueller working Tambua over with strikes.
Tambua trying to hold on to Kueller's head to control him but Kueller postures up.
Kueller frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T4#
Kueller lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Tambua hang on?
Tambua sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Tambua is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kueller's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kueller's back!
Kueller wants to escape the position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Tambua working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Tambua has the hooks in. Kueller is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB2#
Tambua is persistently looking for the submission but Kueller is defending it well.
Tambua keeps control of the position as Kueller tries to break free.
Tambua avoiding Kueller 's attempts to control his hands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Benjamin Kueller dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Tambua throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Kueller was covering up waiting for the punch and Tambua finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB2#
Tambua postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Kueller is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Tambua, into his guard. #REVR#
Kueller is in close to Tambua's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Tambua wants to sweep here but Kueller controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kueller advances position into side control!
Kueller trying to control the action but Tambua is working from the bottom.
Tambua is trying to improve his position.#T1#
Tambua regains half guard.
Kueller is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Tambua tries to get to full guard but Kueller has control of the leg.
Benjamin Kueller overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kueller is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Tambua tries to get to full guard but Kueller has control of the leg.
Kueller trying to control from half guard but Tambua is working away.
Tambua has hold of Kueller's hands but Kueller slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T2#
Tambua is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kueller working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Tambua is looking for a sweep. Kueller is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kueller working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Tambua gets back to full guard.
Kueller is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Tambua doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Kueller advances position into side control!
Tambua tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Kueller presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! #T3#
Kueller tries to control but Tambua wriggling away.
Kueller is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tambua can do to turn this around?
Kueller looking to finish Tambua with some ground and pound. This is bad for Tambua!
Kueller lands a nice shot to the head.
Tambua is trying to escape the mount.
Kueller lands a big shot there that rocks Tambua but he's holding on and managing to survive for now. #CUT#
It looks like Mukinio Tambua has been cut.
Kueller raining down hammerfists from mount.
Kueller fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Tambua gets back to half guard.
Tambua moves into full guard.
Kueller is working Tambua over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T4#
Kueller pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tambua is keeping the position for now.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kueller passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Kueller cracks Tambua with a big right hand but Tambua just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Kueller tries to advance to mount but Tambua denies him.
Kueller is working hard here to advance position.
Tambua tries to bench press Kueller off him but Kueller keeps the position.
Kueller trying to control the action but Tambua is working from the bottom.
Tambua regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Benjamin Kueller dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Mukinio Tambua's cut.
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#
Kueller tries to clinch up.
Tambua throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kueller walks into a left hand.
A head kick misses from Kueller.
Tambua scores with the left hand. Kueller knows he should have avoided that one.
Kueller throws a sloppy head kick and Tambua moves out of range easily. #TD2#
Tambua looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB2#
Tambua is working for a kimura but Kueller is defending it quite comfortably.
Kueller manages to get to full guard.
Tambua throws a big right hand that misses. #T1#
Kueller looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tambua is one step ahead there.
Tambua is looking to work some ground and pound but Kueller has wrist control.
Tambua throws a strike but Kueller rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Kueller chips away with some ground and pound.
Kueller postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kueller preventing the sweep.
Tambua doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Tambua wants to sweep but no luck.
Tambua bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kueller's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Kueller is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T2##SUB#
Tambua got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kueller has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tambua has managed to get both his arms back between Kueller's legs - danger averted.
Kueller controls Tambua momentarily but Tambua frees himself.
Tambua throwing strikes but missing.
Tambua throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kueller works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tambua throws a big right hand that misses.
Tambua sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Kueller's guard.
Tambua thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Mukinio Tambua has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tambua prevents Kueller from improving his position.
Tambua not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3##SUB#
Kueller actively working from the bottom here.
Tambua lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kueller is looking to improve his position.
Kueller manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Kueller had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tambua defends it easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tambua with a flurry of punches that miss. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tambua throwing strikes from guard but Kueller blocks nicely.
Tambua working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Kueller has his foot on Tambua's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tambua works his way back into a safe position though.
Tambua is looking to work some ground and pound but Kueller has wrist control.
Kueller utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Tambua throwing strikes but missing.
Tambua is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Benjamin Kueller is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kueller looking for a sweep. Not yet Kueller, not yet. #SUB2#
Tambua 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.
Tambua working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mukinio Tambua comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kueller 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 Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: Peak - 7
Date: Apr 20, 2019

#R1#
Ramasotti misses with a series of wild punches.
Ramasotti thuds his shin into the meat of Tambua's side.
Ramasotti takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tambua displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ramasotti throws out the jab.
Jab from Ramasotti.#CUT2#
It looks like Mukinio Tambua has been cut.
Tambua takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nice takedown defense from Ramasotti. No joy for Tambua on that attempt.
Tambua is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ramasotti sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tambua goes for a double leg but Ramasotti avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ramasotti continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mukinio Tambua. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Tambua closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tambua working away.#SUB#
Tambua wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ramasotti, who protects the arm well. #T1##SUB#
Tambua tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Tambua has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ramasotti is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Tambua tries for a kimura but Ramasotti is defending well.
We've been hearing good reports from Tambua's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Tambua will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Ramasotti wants to control but Tambua postures up.#SUB#
Tambua tries for a kimura but Ramasotti is defending well. #SUB#
Tambua is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ramasotti knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2##SUB#
Tambua thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Tambua is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ramasotti knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Tambua working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T3##SUB#
Tambua tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Tambua tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Tambua is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ramasotti is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Tambua has hold of Ramasotti's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Ramasotti seems comfortable defending it but Tambua has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Ramasotti is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Ramasotti is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Tambua couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mukinio Tambua!
Mukinio Tambua seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: EMP Escobar vs P.Sitsongrit
Date: Mar 02, 2019

#R1#
Tambua throws out a loose jab but Kemp uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kemp moves forwards but Tambua connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CUT2#
It looks like Ross Kemp has been cut.
Tambua has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Kemp is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Kemp avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD2#
Tambua fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Kemp sprawls well initially but Tambua persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Tambua looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kemp with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
Tambua seems to be looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tambua sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kemp defending well though.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kemp manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kemp is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Tambua won't allow Kemp to sweep him here.
Tambua throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2#
Tambua is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Kemp is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Kemp has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Kemp has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Tambua tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kemp sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Tambua wants to sweep here but Kemp controlling him for the moment.
Tambua looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Kemp puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Kemp content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Tambua tries to get to full guard but Kemp has control of the leg.
Kemp knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Tambua on the ground.#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.
Kemp is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Tambua is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Tambua actively working from the bottom here.
Kemp not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Tambua moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Tambua striking off his back but it's not causing Kemp any problems.
Tambua 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.#T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tambua is on top in guard. #REVB#
Tambua landing with the ground and pound.
Kemp trying to keep a closed guard but Tambua is proving a slippery customer.
Tambua trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tambua postures up in Kemp's guard and throws a big left but Kemp blocks it.
Kemp is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Tambua regains full guard. Nicely done.
Tambua has his hands on Kemp's head, controlling the position. #T4#
Tambua looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kemp wants to get up but he can't break Tambua's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Tambua has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kemp has passed into side control.
Tambua is looking to regain half guard here but Kemp keeps moving and retains side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mukinio Tambua dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ross Kemp'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#
Kemp misses with a body shot.
Kemp stuns Tambua with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tambua looks to throw the jab but Kemp is out of range.
Kemp moves out of range as Tambua strikes.
Kemp has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kemp there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kemp lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Tambua takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CUT#
It looks like Mukinio Tambua has been cut.
Kemp swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Tambua counter with a right hand.
Tambua misses with a series of wild punches.
Kemp 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.
Kemp moves into range and connects with a jab.
Tambua throws a hook but Kemp blocks it.
Tambua lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T1##TD2#
Tambua closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Kemp quickly recovers to half guard.
Kemp keeping hold of Tambua's head, controlling as best he can.
Kemp is trying to control but can't.
Kemp tries to roll over but Tambua keeps him under control.
Kemp is working hard here to advance position.
Kemp is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Outer Heaven Dojo, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Tambua trying to control the action but Kemp is working from the bottom.
Kemp keeping control of the position. #SUB2#
Tambua is working for a kimura but Kemp is defending it quite comfortably. #T2#
Kemp works his way to full guard. Good work.
Tambua looking to pass the guard.
Tambua lands a couple of digs.
Tambua trying to control the position from guard on top but Kemp is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Tambua drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Tambua jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Tambua wants to pass the guard but Kemp is keeping the position.#T3#
Tambua throws an elbow that misses. Kemp uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Tambua's guard. Nice move by Kemp!#REVR#
Tambua has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kemp has passed into side control.
Tambua is trying to get back to half guard.#SU#
Kemp decides to stand back up.
Ross Kemp is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tambua throws a hook but Kemp blocks it.
Kemp slips a straight right by Tambua.
A telegraphed right hand from Kemp misses the target.
Kemp jabs Tambua right on the nose. Tambua blinks but takes it well.
Tambua's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kemp under the eye.#CUT2#
Ross Kemp's cut is getting worse.#T4#
Kemp ducks under a wild hook from Tambua.
Tambua scores with a nice head shot.
Kemp uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tambua.
Tambua has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kemp throws a head kick that misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tambua.#CUT2#
Ross Kemp's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kemp lands a right hook to the body.
Tambua shoots in but no luck this time.
Kemp slips under a jab from Tambua.
Kemp misses with a low kick as Tambua jumps back.
It seemed like Tambua was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tambua defending well as Kemp loads up on a big left hand.
Mukinio Tambua seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tambua ducks right into an uppercut from Kemp.
Kemp misses with a left hand
and Tambua counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A telegraphed right hand from Tambua misses the target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Mukinio Tambua will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Tambua looks to land a left hand but Kemp moved out of range nicely.
A big right from Kemp misses.
Tambua swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kemp keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kemp bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Kemp misses the target.
Tambua bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kemp misses the body punch
and Tambua counters with a straight right hand.
Kemp slips under a jab from Tambua.
Kemp throws a quick counter kick to the body but Tambua avoids it.
Kemp connects with a looping right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tambua connects with a right hand. Kemp shakes it off.
Tambua stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kemp connects with an inside leg kick.
Tambua throws a nice looking combination but Kemp bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kemp motions for Tambua to come forward. Kemp throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Kemp fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tambua checks it well.
Tambua connects with a looping right hand.
Kemp throws a push kick but Tambua slaps the foot to one side.
Kemp cracks a nice hook into Tambua's ribs.
Horrible takedown attempt by Tambua or perhaps it was just good defense by Kemp, which made it look bad.
Kemp listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kemp avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tambua tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Mukinio Tambua seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tambua shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kemp thinks about countering with a body kick.
Ross Kemp has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mukinio Tambua.
Kemp ducks under a wild hook from Tambua.
Tambua tries for a takedown but Kemp circles away easily
and Kemp counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
A lazy left from Kemp finds it's target.
Tambua throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A punch lands to the side of Kemp 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kemp avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kemp tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tambua was well out of range. Poor timing from Kemp.
Kemp scores with a nice head shot.
Tambua ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tambua 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.
Kemp motions for Tambua to come forward. Kemp throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tambua throws out a counter right but Kemp avoids it with no problem.
Tambua misses with a hook. Kemp ducked under it nicely.
Tambua swings widly with a right hand #CL#
and Kemp counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Kemp.
Kemp is pressed up against the cage. Tambua has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Kemp down to the mat. Kemp avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Kemp tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tambua was well out of range. Poor timing from Kemp.#T3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tambua is defended easily by Kemp.
Kemp is looking to counter punch.
Ross Kemp has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mukinio Tambua is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kemp throws a head kick that misses.
Tambua on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Tambua will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Tambua shoots in looking for a takedown. Kemp tries to sprawl out of it but Tambua keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kemp manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Tambua shoots in for a takedown but Kemp shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Tambua goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Tambua cracks Kemp with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kemp connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tambua's hands.#CUT#
That has opened up Mukinio Tambua's cut even more.#T4#
Kemp misses with a straight left.
Tambua tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kemp rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Tambua counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tambua prevents Kemp from improving his position.
Tambua wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kemp keeps working.
Kemp is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tambua wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kemp keeps working. #SUB2#
Tambua is trying to work for a kimura but Kemp is defending well. #SUB2#
Tambua is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.

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 Ross Kemp.
I think Tambua 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 27:30
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mukinio Tambua!
Mukinio Tambua thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: EMP Gagnon vs Graves
Date: Jan 26, 2019

#R1#
Ruas has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT2#
It looks like Carlos Ruas has been cut.
Ruas shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tambua as he avoids it easily. #TD2#
Tambua gets the takedown into side control.
Ruas tries to buck Tambua off but Tambua is having none of it.
Ruas sneaks back into half guard.
Ruas is looking for a sweep. Tambua is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB2#
Tambua is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ruas defends it well.
Ruas is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Tambua is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ruas has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Tambua in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Ruas tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Tambua!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mukinio Tambua!
A very excited looking Mukinio Tambua 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.
Carlos Ruas spoke after the fight, saying 'No one likes seeing their opponent's hand raised, but that just means that they were the better man today. My team at 3Band MMA and I will break down this match and make the proper changes for my next camp.'.

Event: EMP Openweight Round 3
Date: Dec 29, 2018

#R1##TD#
Tambua closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #ES2#
Talanoa pushes Tambua off and gets back to his feet.
Talanoa fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
Tambua looking to score a takedown here. Talanoa is defending well but Tambua drives through and ends up in Talanoa's guard.
Tambua trying to control the position from guard on top but Talanoa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tambua is fighting to break Talanoa's control of his arms but Talanoa is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Talanoa working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tambua doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Talanoa is tightening it up a little... Tambua has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Tambua reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Tambua taps out! Nice BJJ there by Talanoa!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Paea Talanoa!
A victorious Paea Talanoa thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: TGC 82
Date: Nov 24, 2018

#R1#
Menshikov slips under a jab from Tambua.
Menshikov tries to bum rush Tambua with a series of wild strikes but Tambua uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tambua appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Menshikov moves away from the strike by Tambua.
Menshikov stuns Tambua with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Menshikov connects with the punch.
Tambua scores with a jab.
Tambua shoots in and drives through. Menshikov sprawls well.
A telegraphed right hand from Tambua misses the target.
Menshikov wants to clinch up but Tambua keeps it at a distance.
Tambua fails to land with a series of punches.
Menshikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Menshikov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A jab from Tambua finds it's way through Menshikov's defenses.
Menshikov scores with a nice right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Mukinio Tambua has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Menshikov scores with a jab. Tambua acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tambua scores with a hook.
Donk. Menshikov catches Tambua right on the button with a cross.
Tambua on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tambua paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Menshikov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Menshikov there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Menshikov takes a swing at Tambua's ribcage but misses.
Tambua tries to counter by clinching up but Menshikov breaks away and moves out of range.
Menshikov misses with a wild body shot.
Menshikov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tambua moves out of range of the strikes.
Menshikov moves away from the strike by Tambua.
Menshikov connects with a right hand. Tambua shakes it off.
A nice combination there by Tambua.
Tambua is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Menshikov tries to bum rush Tambua with a series of wild strikes but Tambua uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
It looked like Tambua wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tambua thows a left - swing and a miss!
Menshikov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A little feinted left hand from Tambua on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A lazy left from Tambua finds it's target.
Tambua lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A cross from Menshikov lands.
Tambua moves into range and connects with a jab.
Tambua lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tambua is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tambua misses with a hook. Menshikov ducked under it nicely.
Menshikov with a jab.#T2#
Tambua keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tambua takes one to the chin there.
Menshikov slips a jab from Tambua.
Menshikov connects with a looping right hand.
Tambua pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Menshikov slips under a jab.
Tambua swings widly with a right hand
and Menshikov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Menshikov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Menshikov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Menshikov, as that shot connected.
Menshikov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Menshikov looks to score with a jab to the body but Tambua is just out of range.
Tambua throwing a counter right hand but Menshikov manages to avoid it.
Menshikov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tambua was well out of range. Poor timing from Menshikov.
Menshikov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tambua at a distance.
Menshikov wants to clinch up but Tambua keeps it at a distance.
Maxim Menshikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Menshikov thuds his right hand into Tambua's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T3#
Menshikov connects with a jab.#CUT2#
Mukinio Tambua's cut is getting worse.
Menshikov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tambua's head.
Nice uppercut there from Menshikov.
Tambua swats away the attempt to clinch by Menshikov.
Tambua listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A cross from Tambua lands.
Tambua on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Menshikov misses with a double jab
and Tambua counters with a straight right hand.
Tambua throws a series of punches but Menshikov avoids them all with ease.
Menshikov connects with a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Menshikov ducks under a wild hook from Tambua.
Tambua scores with a crisp jab that stopped Menshikov in his tracks.
Menshikov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Menshikov connects with a body shot.#T4#
Menshikov throws a nice looking combination but Tambua bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Menshikov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Menshikov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A jab lands there for Menshikov.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Menshikov has knocked Tambua down with a huge combo! Menshikov steps away and waves a wobbly Tambua back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Tambua throws an overhand right that lands on Menshikov's shoulder, as Menshikov tries to avoid the shot.
Tambua is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Tambua fails to land with a series of punches.
Menshikov connects with a body shot that sends Tambua's belly button to the back.
Tambua takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tambua is breathing heavily.
Menshikov lands a lovely overhand right.#CUT2#
Mukinio Tambua's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Menshikov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Menshikov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tambua's head.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Tambua lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tambua slips a jab from Menshikov.
Tambua looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Menshikov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tambua looks to land a right hand but Menshikov moved out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Maxim Menshikov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mukinio Tambua's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Menshikov slaps away a takedown attempt from Tambua, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Tambua uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Menshikov.
Tambua waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Menshikov.
Nice shot lands for Tambua.
Tambua looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Menshikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tambua.
Menshikov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Menshikov misses with a double jab.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Tambua might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Menshikov staying out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Menshikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Maxim Menshikov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tambua walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Menshikov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tambua shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Menshikov lands with a nice body punch.
Tambua looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Menshikov is fending him off so far but Tambua persists. Nope, Menshikov circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mukinio Tambua. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jab from Menshikov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#KD2#
Menshikov lands a big right hand that sends Tambua crashing to the mat! Menshikov stays standing though and waves Tambua back to his feet!#ROC2#
Tambua is rocked!#CUT2#
Jeez, Mukinio Tambua's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Maxim Menshikov!
Maxim Menshikov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: TGC 76
Date: Oct 13, 2018

#R1#
Pripyat takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #CUT2#
It looks like Karelin Pripyat has been cut.
Tambua shoots in looking for a takedown. Pripyat tries to sprawl out of it but Tambua keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Pripyat manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Tambua fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Pripyat fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tambua avoids it really well and circles away.
Tambua swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tambua misses with an uppercut. Pripyat saw that one coming.
Pripyat looks to throw the jab but Tambua is out of range.
Tambua keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Pripyat is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tambua.
Pripyat is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tambua looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tambua misses with a double jab. #CL#
Pripyat moves into the clinch.
Tambua has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Tambua has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Pripyat is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Karelin Pripyat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mukinio Tambua.
Tambua has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Pripyat after a bit of a struggle. #T1#
Tambua is trying to drag Pripyat to the mat but Pripyat just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Tambua prevents a takedown attempt there. #TD#
Pripyat gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Tambua is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tambua keeps trying to improve his position.
Pripyat not doing much here.
Tambua tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Tambua is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Pripyat content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Tambua moves into full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Pripyat's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Tambua wants to sweep but no luck.
Pripyat landing with the ground and pound.
Tambua looking for a sweep. Not yet Tambua, not yet.
Pripyat trying to control the position from guard on top but Tambua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tambua tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tambua is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Pripyat wants to control from the top but Tambua keeps moving.
Tambua is trying to keep Pripyat in close. #T3#
Pripyat postures up and lands a big shot to Tambua's brow.
Pripyat trying to control the position from guard on top but Tambua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pripyat controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Pripyat won't allow Tambua to sweep him here.
Tambua keeping moving, preventing Pripyat from controlling successfully.
Pripyat slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Tambua looking to hit a scissor sweep but Pripyat is one step ahead there.
Pripyat sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tambua tries for a takedown but Pripyat sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Jab, jab by Pripyat - just one landing.
Tambua moves out of range of the strikes.
Tambua is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tambua blocks a jab.
Tambua cracks Pripyat with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#TD#
Pripyat gets a double leg takedown into Tambua's guard.
Pripyat won't allow Tambua to sweep him here.
Pripyat trying to control but Tambua is working from the bottom.
Tambua is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Pripyat regains full guard. Nicely done.
Pripyat lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Pripyat connects with a couple of short punches.
Tambua not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tambua lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Karelin Pripyat dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Karelin Pripyat's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Tambua sizes up Pripyat with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tambua scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#TD#
Pripyat gets the takedown into side control.
Tambua is trying to get back to half guard.
Pripyat creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Tambua is not content to let Pripyat control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pripyat looks up at the clock and then as Tambua takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Pripyat smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Tambua is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Tambua is looking to improve his position. #T1#
Pripyat working over Tambua with some ground and pound. Tambua looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
Tambua looking for submissions off his back.
Tambua is looking for a sweep. Pripyat is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Pripyat lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Pripyat working Tambua over with strikes.
Tambua is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Pripyat wants to work for an arm triangle but Tambua is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Pripyat lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Pripyat is looking to take a break and control but Tambua is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Karelin Pripyat overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Pripyat scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Pripyat controlling the pace.
Tambua is looking for a sweep. Pripyat is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Pripyat is looking to take a break and control but Tambua is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Pripyat looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Tambua is looking to control Pripyat's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tambua avoid being mounted?#T3#
Pripyat blocks the strikes from Tambua.
Pripyat is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tambua can do to turn this around?
Tambua is pressing down on Pripyat's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Tambua tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pripyat is working Tambua over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Tambua is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Pripyat is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pripyat is working hard here to advance position.
Pripyat trying to control but Tambua postures up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Pripyat manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Pripyat is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##T4#
Pripyat looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Well, if Pripyat is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Tambua is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Pripyat's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Pripyat's back!#SUB2#
Pripyat is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Tambua gets his way!
Pripyat trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB2#
Pripyat showing good submission defense here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Tambua is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Our spies down at at Super Awesome Ninja McDojo inform us that Tambua has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Pripyat is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Tambua gets his way!
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 Karelin Pripyat will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Karelin Pripyat's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Tambua takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tambua takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Pripyat takes one to the side of the head.
Tambua takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#TD#
Pripyat manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Tambua on his heels. He'll look to pass Tambua's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB2#
Tambua is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Pripyat trying to control but Tambua is working from the bottom.
Pripyat content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Tambua wants to sweep here but Pripyat controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Pripyat drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Pripyat jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1#
Tambua looking to hit a scissor sweep but Pripyat is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Tambua escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Pripyat gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Pripyat trying to control the position from guard on top but Tambua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pripyat is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Tambua looking to hit a scissor sweep but Pripyat is one step ahead there.
Pripyat landing with the ground and pound.
Pripyat is in close to Tambua's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Mukinio Tambua has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tambua tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pripyat not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Pripyat working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tambua's head.
Pripyat sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Tambua working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pripyat doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Pripyat manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tambua wants to sweep but no luck.
Pripyat distracts Tambua with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Pripyat trying to control but Tambua is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Pripyat thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Tambua 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.#T3#
Pripyat stands up over Tambua, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Tambua keeping moving, preventing Pripyat from controlling successfully.
Tambua looking to hit a scissor sweep but Pripyat is one step ahead there.
Tambua keeping moving, preventing Pripyat from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Tambua looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Pripyat cracks Tambua with a solid left hand.
Tambua has momentary wrist control but Pripyat slips an elbow through the middle.
Pripyat connects with a couple of short punches.#T4#
Pripyat postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tambua is on top in guard. #REVB#
Pripyat has control of Tambua's left arm, preventing Tambua from doing any damage.
Pripyat looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tambua must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Pripyat working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Tambua.
Tambua keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Pripyat's head.
Tambua postures up.
Tambua throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Pripyat works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tambua is looking to work some ground and pound but Pripyat has wrist control.
Pripyat pulls Tambua in close to prevent any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pripyat continues to stall.
Tambua postures up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Karelin Pripyat showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Pripyat, 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 Sergei Dronov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: TGC 73: Yoshida vs Boaz 3
Date: Sep 08, 2018

#R1#
Tambua 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.
Tskhadaia closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tambua circles away.
Tambua lands a lovely overhand right.#TD#
Tambua gets the takedown into side control.
Tambua wants to control but Tskhadaia is keeping him busy.
Sloppy strikes there by Tambua.#SUB#
Tambua is trying to get an arm triangle but Tskhadaia is defending well.
Tskhadaia wants to control but Tambua postures up.#SUB#
Tambua is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Tskhadaia knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Tskhadaia tries to buck Tambua off but Tambua is having none of it.
Tambua will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T1##SUB#
Tambua has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Tskhadaia is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Tambua yanks on the arm and Tskhadaia is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Tambua.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mukinio Tambua!
Mukinio Tambua seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: TGC 69: Wolff vs Tambua
Date: Aug 11, 2018

#R1#
A good leg kick by Wolff.
Tambua fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Wolff looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Wolff thumps Tambua with a low kick.
Tambua is trying hard to land a takedown here. Wolff sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tambua scores with a sloppy right hand. Wolff should have avoided that one.
Tambua lands the left hand.
Wolff lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Wolff lands with a cross. #CUT#
It looks like Mukinio Tambua has been cut.
Tambua chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Wolff can pounce on him.
Wolff shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice defenses there by Wolff.
Tambua with a hook.
Wolff throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Wolff takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T1#
Tambua moves into range and connects with a jab.
Wolff keeps Tambua at a distance using the push kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Wolff.
A big right from Tambua misses.
Wolff fires out a quick counter leg kick but Tambua just manages to avoid it.
Wolff swings for the body but Tambua moves out of range.
Wolff misses with a kick to the body.
Tambua blocks a head kick by Wolff.
Tambua takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tambua scores with a sloppy right hand. Wolff should have avoided that one.
Tambua looks to land a combination but Wolff avoids it well.
No joy there for Tambua, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Wolff.
Wolff chopping away at his opponent's legs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wolff takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T2#
Wolff avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mukinio Tambua seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tambua lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Tambua scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #ROC2#
Wolff is rocked!
Wolff misses the shot to the body.
Tambua swings widly with a right hand
and Wolff counters with a solid body kick.
Nice body kick there by Wolff.
A slow jab from Tambua misses its intended target.
It looked like Wolff wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Wolff is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Wolff slips a jab from Tambua.
Wolff throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tambua is looking for the big counter here.
Wolff takes one to the side of the head.
A slow jab from Tambua misses its intended target.
Tambua closes this distance looking for a takedown but Wolff circles away.
Bartholomäus Wolff has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mukinio Tambua.
Tambua scores with the left hand. Wolff knows he should have avoided that one.
Tambua takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tambua misses with a hook.#T3#
Tambua throws a lazy right hand but Wolff sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wolff tried to counter with a leg kick but Tambua avoided it.
Tambua doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Wolff counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wolff goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jab by Tambua.
Tambua is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Wolff had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Wolff lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tambua at a distance.
Tambua scores with the left hand. Wolff knows he should have avoided that one.
Tambua goes for a double leg but Wolff avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Wolff continues to drive forward.
A telegraphed right hand from Tambua misses the target.
Tambua closes the distance and clinches up with Wolff, looking for a takedown. Tambua pushes Wolff against the cage but Wolff circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tambua looks winded!
Tambua uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wolff.
Tambua has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Tambua moves out of range as Wolff throws a body kick.
Wolff slips a straight right by Tambua.
Tambua connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Wolff's hands.#T4#
Wolff lands a head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wolff on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Tambua scores with a jab.
Bartholomäus Wolff is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tambua misses with a takedown attempt
and Wolff counters with a left to the body.
Tambua takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Wolff's corner calls for a 1-2. Wolff obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CUT#
That has opened up Mukinio Tambua's cut even more.
Wolff fires a straight punch through the middle that cracks Tambua square on the jaw! Damn, Tambua is out cold on his feet and topples face first to the canvas! Wow, I haven't seen a knockout that brutal in a long time!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bartholomäus Wolff!
Bartholomäus Wolff retains his heavyweight title!
In his post fight interview, Bartholomäus Wolff started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: TGC Crucible 26
Date: Jul 18, 2018

#R1#
Tambua dodges the punch combination from Jourgensen.
Tambua is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Jourgensen.#CUT2#
It looks like Mukinio Tambua has been cut.
Tambua takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CUT#
It looks like Al Jourgensen has been cut.
Tambua throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jourgensen on the side of the head.
Tambua on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tambua lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Jourgensen misses with the combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Jourgensen gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Tambua to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Tambua with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jourgensen keeping full guard, as Tambua tries to pass.
Tambua with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
Tambua stands and throws Jourgensen's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Tambua thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Tambua trying to control the action but Jourgensen is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Tambua wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Jourgensen, who protects the arm well.
The strikes coming from Tambua are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB#
Tambua is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Jourgensen is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Tambua looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Tambua swings around for an armbar but Jourgensen sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Tambua's guard.
Jourgensen throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tambua works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Jourgensen throwing strikes from guard but Tambua blocks nicely.
Jourgensen working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tambua's head.
Jourgensen stopping the sweep attempt from Tambua.#T3#
Tambua looking to control.
Jourgensen landing with the ground and pound.
Jourgensen lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Jourgensen throws a strike but Tambua rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Tambua tries to free his leg and advance position but Jourgensen is retaining full guard.
Tambua is looking to work some ground and pound but Jourgensen has wrist control.
Tambua trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tambua controlling from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tambua in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Tambua has gone for a leg lock! Jourgensen slips out almost immediately though and dives into Tambua's guard.#REVB#
Jourgensen throws a big elbow that misses. #T4#
Jourgensen throwing strikes but missing.
Jourgensen won't allow Tambua to sweep him here.
Jourgensen connects with a couple of short punches.
Jourgensen scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Tambua bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Jourgensen's guard. #REVR#
Tambua working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Jourgensen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Tambua.
Tambua 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.
Jourgensen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Tambua drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Tambua jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Tambua wants to control from the top but Jourgensen keeps moving.
Jourgensen wants to stand but Tambua is controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mukinio Tambua dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
A combination from Jourgensen does no damage.
Tambua throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jourgensen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jourgensen swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A little feinted left hand from Tambua on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#TD#
Tambua drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Tambua slips nicely into half guard.
Jourgensen is looking to escape.#SUB#
Tambua is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Jourgensen defends it well. #SUB#
Tambua seems to be looking for submissions.
Mukinio Tambua overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tambua not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T1##SUB#
Tambua seems to be looking for submissions.
Tambua is just content to waste time from the top position. Jourgensen takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Tambua postures up in Jourgensen's guard and throws a big left but Jourgensen blocks it.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tambua accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jourgensen avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Jourgensen keeping moving, preventing Tambua from controlling successfully.
Tambua trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tambua postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Tambua 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.
Jourgensen is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Tambua is controlling him.
Tambua trying to control the position from guard on top but Jourgensen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Jourgensen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jourgensen swinging wildly here.
Al Jourgensen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jourgensen dips to his left and cracks Tambua with an uppercut!#CUT2#
Mukinio Tambua's cut is getting worse.
Tambua lands with an overhand left.
Jourgensen uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tambua.
Jourgensen missing with a left hand there. Tambua was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T3#
Jourgensen lands a body shot.
Al Jourgensen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jourgensen throws a predictable looking body shot
and Jourgensen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tambua takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tambua is defended easily by Jourgensen.
Tambua works the jab nicely.
Jourgensen falls off balance throwing a combination
and Jourgensen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tambua showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jourgensen.
It looks like Tambua has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Tambua moves into range and connects with a jab. #CUT#
That has opened up Al Jourgensen's cut even more.
Tambua lands an overhand right.#TD#
Tambua manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Jourgensen on his heels. He'll look to pass Jourgensen's guard now, I'm sure.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Tambua drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Jourgensen dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Tambua 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.
Tambua manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Jourgensen manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Tambua working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Tambua drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Tambua as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Jourgensen screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Tambua! Nice submission victory there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Mukinio Tambua!
Mukinio Tambua seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Al Jourgensen spoke after the fight, saying 'He cheated! Check his gloves, they've got chloroform on them!'.

Event: TGC Crucible 23
Date: Jun 27, 2018

#R1#
Mike slips under a jab.
Tambua connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tambua shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mike but Mike pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tambua thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tambua looks to throw the jab but Mike is out of range.
Mike doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A telegraphed right hand from Mike misses the target.
Tambua throwing a counter right hand but Mike manages to avoid it.
Tambua throws an overhand right that lands on Mike's shoulder, as Mike tries to avoid the shot.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tambua scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A big left from Mike misses.
Mike throws a body punch but Tambua moves out of range.
Tambua throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mike throws a looping overhand right but Tambua ducks down to avoid it.
Mike misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tambua throws a jab but it's blocked by Mike.
Big Mike seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tambua misses with a double jab.
Mike connects with a looping right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Mukinio Tambua has been cut.
Tambua misses with a looping right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tambua on the wrong end of a nice hook.#KD2#
Mike cracks Tambua with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Mike has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Tambua to stand back up!#ROC2#
Tambua is rocked!#T1#
Tambua throws a right and a left that both miss.
Oh Tambua is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tambua shoots for a takedown but Mike saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Mike looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mike swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Tambua counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tambua seems to have got his legs back now.
Mike jabs Tambua to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tambua keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD#
Mike tries to sprawl but Tambua drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Tambua is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Tambua is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Mike is just riding it out for now. Tambua eventually gives up the hold.
Mike is trying to control but can't. #T2#
Tambua wants to control but Mike is keeping him busy.
Mike really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tambua. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Tambua is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Mike!
Tambua throwing strikes here but Mike is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Tambua looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB#
Tambua has control of Mike's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Mike regains control of the situation pretty easily. #SUB#
Tambua goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Mike is on top in guard. #T3#
Tambua 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.
Tambua is striking from the bottom but Mike uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
Mike is trying to control. Tambua wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tambua tries to roll over but Mike keeps him under control.
Tambua tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Mike has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Midnight MMA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Tambua moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Tambua has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Mike can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
Mike trying to control but Tambua is working from the bottom.
Tambua tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Mike trying to control but Tambua is working from the bottom.
Tambua tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tambua wants to improve his position but instead Mike has moved into half guard.
Tambua is looking to control Mike's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tambua avoid being mounted?
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Big Mike will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mukinio Tambua's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2##TD#
Tambua drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB#
Tambua has gone for a leg lock! Mike slips out almost immediately though and dives into Tambua's guard.#REVB#
Tambua looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mike is one step ahead there. #SU2#
Mike gets to his feet - Tambua follows without any prompting.
Mike defending well as Tambua loads up on a big left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mike slips a straight right by Tambua.
Mike looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mike misses with an uppercut.
Tambua moves away from the strike by Mike.
Tambua was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tambua is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Mike cracks Tambua with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Big Mike seems to be getting the better of the standup.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Tambua. #T1#
Tambua loads up on a big right hand but Mike slips the punch.
Tambua connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Mike throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tambua appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Tambua lands a jab to the head.
Big Mike is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mike pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tambua scores with a jab to the jaw.
Mike takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Mike lands a jab to Tambua's midsection.
No luck for Tambua with that takedown attempt.
Mike stuffs the takedown attempt from Tambua. Tambua gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mukinio Tambua. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tambua connects with a nice looking jab.
Mike throws a right hand that misses
and Tambua counters with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mike swinging wildly here. #TD#
Tambua feints and as Mike raises his hands in defense, Tambua changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#T2#
Tambua prevents Mike from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Tambua postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Mike is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Tambua, into his guard. #REVB#
Tambua looking for a sweep. Not yet Tambua, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mukinio Tambua overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tambua is on top in guard. #REVR#
Tambua trying to control the position from guard on top but Mike is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Tambua sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Mike's guard.
Tambua thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Mike can do anything to dispel that myth.
Mike pushes Tambua off looking to stand but Tambua dives back in and keeps control. #SUB#
Tambua is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Mike defends it well. #SUB#
Tambua is trying to work for a kimura but Mike is defending well.
Mike is trying to stand back up but Tambua is controlling him #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Tambua trying to control from half guard but Mike is working away. #SUB#
Tambua is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Mike defends it well. #SUB#
Tambua looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Tambua is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Mike defends it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mukinio Tambua dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Mukinio Tambua's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Mike looks to land a combination but Tambua avoids it well.
Tambua shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mike but Mike pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tambua slips under a jab.
Tambua shoots in for a takedown but Mike shows good takedown defense.
Tambua misses with a takedown attempt - Mike sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mukinio Tambua. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Tambua shoots in and bounces Mike off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Mike wants to stand up but Tambua is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tambua slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T1##SUB#
Tambua tries for a kimura but Mike is defending well.
Tambua in side control, throwing shots but Mike defends. #SUB#
Tambua in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Mike is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mukinio Tambua!
A very excited looking Mukinio Tambua 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.
Big Mike was interviewed post fight and said 'Damn good fight, ready for the next!'.

Event: TGC Crucible 15
Date: May 02, 2018

#R1#
Steel throws a hook but Tambua blocks it.
Steel scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Steel works the jab nicely.#CUT2#
It looks like Mukinio Tambua has been cut.
Tambua's jab looks to have found its range, popping Steel under the eye.
Steel takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A jab from Tambua misses.
Good exchange - Tambua coming out on top.
Tambua shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Steel but Steel pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Steel gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Steel misses with a hook. Tambua ducked under it nicely.
Steel scores with a jab 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!
Tambua throws a lazy right hand but Steel sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tambua connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tambua throws out a loose jab but Steel uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tambua lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tambua ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Steel connects with a body shot.
Jerome Steel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tambua throws the left hand but Steel avoids the punch easily.
Tambua misses with a looping right.
Tambua avoids the body shot from Steel.
Tambua uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Steel has time to react.
Steel moves out of range of the strikes.
Steel lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Tambua misses with an uppercut
and Steel counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tambua thinking.
Tambua slips a jab from Steel.
A jab from Steel misses. #TD#
Tambua gets a double leg takedown into Steel's guard.
Tambua trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
Tambua avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tambua trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steel looking for a sweep. Not yet Steel, not yet. #T2#
Steel is trying to keep Tambua in close.
Tambua throwing strikes but missing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tambua tries to free his leg and advance position but Steel is retaining full guard.
Tambua pushing down on Steel's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Tambua prevents Steel from improving his position.#SUB#
Tambua is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Tambua looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Tambua is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Steel sees it coming and defends easily.#T3##SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Tambua is working for a submission of some sort.
Steel keeping hold of Tambua's head, controlling as best he can.
Tambua sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Steel defending well though. #SUB#
Tambua is looking for a kimura here.
Steel felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Tambua throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Tambua is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Tambua is looking for a kimura but Steel is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tambua to get the leverage.
Tambua throwing shots but Steel is blocking nicely.
Steel is trying to maintain the position but Tambua is very close to passing his half guard.
Steel is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Tambua's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Tambua's back!
Tambua looking very determined here, making life difficult for Steel.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
Tambua tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Tambua is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Tambua tries to hold on but Steel postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mukinio Tambua dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mukinio Tambua's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Tambua moves out of range as Steel strikes.
Steel stuffs the takedown.
Steel ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tambua throws a right and a left that both miss.
Steel cracks Tambua with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Steel misses with a straight left.
Tambua on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#KD2#
Steel sends Tambua crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Steel is motioning to the referee to let Tambua up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Steel fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tambua manages to avoid it.#TD#
Tambua closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Steel's guard.#ES2#
Steel has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Tambua off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Tambua is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Steel misses the jab.
Steel jabs Tambua to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A telegraphed right hand from Steel misses the target.
An attempted straight right counter from Tambua misses the target.
Steel steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tambua.
Steel let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tambua lands a head shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Steel. Tambua does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
The fighters circling - Tambua throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jerome Steel seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Steel throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tambua tries for a takedown but Steel sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Steel works the jab nicely.#CUT2#
Mukinio Tambua's cut is getting worse.
The fighters circling - Tambua throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Steel looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tambua keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Steel misses with a looping left.
An attempted straight right counter from Tambua misses the target.
Tambua moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tambua lands with an overhand left.
Tambua ducks under a wild hook from Steel.
Tambua gets cracked there but stands up to it.
OH! Tambua has been rocked by a huge right hand and is in deep trouble! Steel smells blood and charges in for the finish! Steel unloads a vicious overhand right and connects to the jaw of Tambua sending him face first to the canvas! Unbelievable!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Jerome Steel!
Jerome Steel decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: TGC Crucible 12
Date: Apr 11, 2018

#R1#
Tambua lands an overhand right.
Tambua takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Mukinio Tambua seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from Tambua misses.
And Tskhadaia tries to counter it with a takedown but Tambua pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A swing and a miss from Tambua.
Tskhadaia is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tskhadaia slips a jab from Tambua.
Tskhadaia feints the counter takedown.
Tambua throws a hook to the side of Tskhadaia's head but Tskhadaia sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tskhadaia changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nice shot by Tambua.
Tambua cracks Tskhadaia with an open hand slap.
Tambua dives in and grabs Tskhadaia's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tskhadaia pushes down on Tambua's head and hops out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tskhadaia stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tskhadaia wants it to stay on the feet.
Tskhadaia feints the counter takedown.
Tambua misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Tskhadaia counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tskhadaia wants to stand up but Tambua has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Tambua tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Tskhadaia has advanced to mount. Uh oh. #T1#
Tambua tries to reverse the position but Tskhadaia maintains control.
Tskhadaia avoids the attempt from Tambua to control.
Tambua is desperately trying to improve his position but Tskhadaia has a good base and remains in mount.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tskhadaia wants to get back to his feet but Tambua is holding on tight.
Tambua can't escape the position.
Tambua looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Tambua tries to break free.
Tambua trying to control the action but Tskhadaia just sinks the hooks in.
Tambua tries to roll but Tskhadaia sticks to his back. #T3#
Tskhadaia controlling from the back.
Tskhadaia not allowing Tambua to control his hands. #SU2#
Tskhadaia stands up from back control! Strange decision that!
Tskhadaia moves out of range of the strikes.#TD#
Tambua shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Tambua is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Tskhadaia has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Tambua is working for a submission of some sort. #T4#
Tambua passes the guard and advances to mount! #SUB#
Tambua is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Tskhadaia has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Tskhadaia!
Tambua controls Tskhadaia momentarily but Tskhadaia frees himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Eldar Tskhadaia will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Tskhadaia takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tambua bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tskhadaia's head backwards.
Tambua 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.
Tambua is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Tskhadaia uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tambua.
Tskhadaia drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tambua defends it well.
Tskhadaia stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tskhadaia wants it to stay on the feet.
Nice cross by Tambua.
Tambua throws a big shot that misses.
Tskhadaia tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tambua throws the left hand but Tskhadaia avoids the punch easily.
Tambua loads up on a big right hand but Tskhadaia slips the punch.
Tskhadaia drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tambua defends it well.#TD#
Tambua closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Tskhadaia's guard.#T1#
Tambua passes into half guard.
Tambua is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tskhadaia can do to turn this around?
Tambua tries to pass to full mount but Tskhadaia defends it. #SUB#
Tambua wants to work for an arm triangle but Tskhadaia is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Tambua is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Tskhadaia has managed to free his arm - good work.
Tambua will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Tambua throwing shots but Tskhadaia is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Tambua seems to be working for a kimura but Tskhadaia defends the submission attempt.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tambua tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tskhadaia knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Tskhadaia wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Tambua is working for a kimura but Tskhadaia is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Tambua is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tskhadaia is just riding it out for now. Tambua eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Tambua is looking for a kimura here. #T3##ES2#
Tskhadaia pushes Tambua off and gets back to his feet.
A left lands for Tambua.
Tambua bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tskhadaia's head.
Tambua works the jab nicely.
Tambua lands a really nice looking cross but Tskhadaia seems unphased. #T4#
Tambua throws the left hand but Tskhadaia avoids the punch easily.
Mukinio Tambua is winning the standup battle so far.
Tskhadaia staying out of range there.
Tambua looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tambua scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tskhadaia in his tracks.
Tambua fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tskhadaia changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tskhadaia slips a straight right by Tambua.
Tambua throws the left hand but Tskhadaia avoids the punch easily.#TD#
Tambua shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Tskhadaia napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB#
Tambua is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Tskhadaia knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Tambua is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Tskhadaia knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mukinio Tambua 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Tambua throws a hook but Tskhadaia blocks it.
Tskhadaia stuffs the takedown.
Tskhadaia moves out of range as Tambua strikes.
Tambua throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tskhadaia feints the counter takedown.
Sloppy strikes from Tambua. Those never looked like landing.
Tskhadaia takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tambua fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good shot there by Tambua.
Tambua throws a looping overhand right but Tskhadaia ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
A big left from Tambua misses.
Tskhadaia feints the counter takedown.
Tambua smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tambua misses with a looping left.
Tskhadaia staying out of range there.
Tambua looks to land a right hand but Tskhadaia moved out of range.
Tskhadaia tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tambua throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Tskhadaia counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Tambua!
Tambua is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Tambua wants to control but Tskhadaia postures up.
Tambua tries to get back to half guard but can't.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Tskhadaia working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Tskhadaia wants to stand but Tambua has his arm trapped. #T3#
Tambua is looking to reverse the position.
Tskhadaia tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Tambua tries to bench press Tskhadaia off him but Tskhadaia keeps the position.
Tskhadaia working away.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Tambua's corner calls for a 1-2. Tambua obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tambua scores with a one two! Tskhadaia had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Tambua misses with a straight left.
Tskhadaia drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tambua defends it well.#T4#
Tambua jabbing away but nothing is landing. #KD#
Tambua lands a left and a right that sends Tskhadaia crashing to the canvas! Tambua dives into mount looking to finish!#ROC#
Tskhadaia is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tambua throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Tskhadaia because Tambua loaded up on that one.
Tskhadaia is still in real trouble! Can Tambua finish him?
You get the feeling that Tskhadaia really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Oooh a big shot lands for Tambua! Tskhadaia is out! The ref dives in to save him from more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Mukinio Tambua!
Our winner, Mukinio Tambua, 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: TGC 46: Escobar vs Madog
Date: Mar 10, 2018

#R1#
A punch combination from Tambua misses.
Nice straight punches there by Tambua. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tambua.#TD2#
Tambua fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Brady to the ground. Tambua is now in Brady's guard.#SUB#
Brady looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Tambua passes into side control.
Tambua is trying to ground and pound but Brady uses the momentary lack of control by Tambua to regain half guard.
Tambua stops Brady from getting back to his feet.
Tambua wants to take a breather but Brady is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brady is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Tambua looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Brady misses with some strikes from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Tambua is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Brady has managed to free his arm - good work.
Tambua with the ground and pound but Brady uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Tambua slips nicely into half guard, despite the strikes coming from Brady.
Brady is trying to maintain the position but Tambua is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Tambua is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Brady is just riding it out for now. Tambua eventually gives up the hold.
Tambua thows a huge punch but Brady dodges it nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB2#
Brady is defending against the submission attempts here by Tambua.
Tambua missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Tambua prevents Brady from standing back up. #SUB#
Brady actively working from the bottom here.
Tambua thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Tambua is working for a kimura but Brady is defending it quite comfortably.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Tambua is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Brady defends it well.
We've been hearing good reports from Brady's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T3##SUB2#
Tambua is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Brady defends it well. #SUB2#
Brady is defending against the submission attempts here by Tambua.
Tambua is thwarting Brady's attempts to control the position.
Brady is refusing to be controlled, as Tambua sits in half guard.
Brady is looking to improve his position. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Tambua is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Brady doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tambua.
Tambua slips a nice elbow through Brady's hands, connecting with Brady's forehead.#SUB2#
Tambua is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Brady defends it well. #SUB2#
Tambua is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Brady is just riding it out for now. Tambua eventually gives up the hold.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brady is trying to stand up here but Tambua is controlling him well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mukinio Tambua dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Brady shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tambua defends it nicely.
Tambua has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Brady is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Brady throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Tambua's waist but Tambua gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Brady off to one side.
Brady looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Baron Brady is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Tambua closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Brady is looking to get back to is feet but Tambua passes into side control.
Brady tries to control but Tambua manages to take his back.
Brady is trapped and Tambua is scoring with shots to the head and body.
Tambua trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Tambua has the hooks in. Brady is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Tambua patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Tambua throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
Mukinio Tambua has got the better of the ground game so far.
Brady trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB2#
Tambua looking to break Brady's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Brady remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Tambua will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Brady trying to control but not successfully. #T1##SUB2#
Tambua is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Brady has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB2#
Tambua tightening his grip on Brady, looking for the choke.
Brady trying to control the position but Tambua manages to sink in the hooks.
Brady rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Brady is defending against the submission attempts here by Tambua.
Brady tries to get to full guard but Tambua has control of the leg. #T2#
Tambua is keen to just control but Brady is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Tambua is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Brady missing with punches from the bottom.
Brady is looking to control Tambua's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Brady avoid being mounted?
Brady gets full guard.
Tambua has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Brady striking off his back but it's not causing Tambua any problems.
Tambua loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Brady is trying to keep Tambua in close. #T3##SUB#
Tambua avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tambua throws a big right hand that misses.
Brady avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Tambua passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.
Tambua has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Tambua has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Tambua lands a big shot there that rocks Brady but he's holding on and managing to survive for now. #ROC2#
Brady is rocked!#SUB2#
Tambua jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Brady manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Brady dodges the ground and pound from Tambua.#T4#
Tambua misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Brady dodges the ground and pound from Tambua.
Brady sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Brady is trying to maintain the position but Tambua is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Tambua seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Tambua in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Brady tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Tambua!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mukinio Tambua!
Mukinio Tambua seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: UFC 8-Ferreira v De Villefort
Date: Feb 10, 2018

#R1#
Tambua bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Honda's head backwards.#CUT2#
It looks like Edmond Honda has been cut.
Honda looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tambua's corner calls for a 1-2. Tambua obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Honda on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Honda lands with a good body shot.
Honda looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Tambua scores with a jab.
Honda throws a body punch but Tambua moves out of range.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Tambua 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.
Tambua throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Honda.
Honda goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Honda slips under a jab from Tambua.
Tambua shoots in for a double leg but Honda sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Honda dives in and grabs Tambua's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tambua pushes down on Honda's head and hops out.
Tambua is looking for the big counter here.
Honda walks into a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Honda scores with a takedown into Tambua's guard.
Honda trying to control the position from guard on top but Tambua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Honda knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Tambua on the ground.
Honda landing with the ground and pound. #T1#
Honda works over Tambua with some ground and pound from guard.
Tambua looking to hit a scissor sweep but Honda is one step ahead there.
Honda stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tambua swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tambua looking to hit a scissor sweep but Honda is one step ahead there.
Honda has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Tambua lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Honda has his foot on Tambua's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tambua works his way back into a safe position though.
Tambua throws a big elbow that misses.
Honda working a defensive guard here. #T2##SUB2#
Tambua drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Tambua jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Tambua thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Tambua working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Honda is looking for a triangle here but Tambua uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Honda is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Tambua tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Honda is trying to work for a sweep but Tambua has mounted him!#T3#
Honda is looking to improve his position but Tambua isn't that keen on the idea.
Honda is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Tambua looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Honda is desperately trying to improve his position but Tambua has a good base and remains in mount.
Honda slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Tambua thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Tambua not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
Tambua seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Tambua is trying to work for a kimura but Honda is defending well. #T4##SUB2#
Tambua is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Honda has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Tambua is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Honda sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Tambua seems to be working for a kimura but Honda defends the submission attempt.
Honda trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Tambua is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Honda sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Honda is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tambua pulls his head out easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mukinio Tambua dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Edmond Honda's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Tambua slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Honda fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A little jabbing left from Tambua on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A slow jab from Honda misses its intended target.
Tambua has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Honda takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tambua connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Honda's hands.
A jab from Tambua does it's job there.
Honda delivers a nice body kick.
Honda moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Honda throws a half hearted mid kick.
Honda shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tambua pinned against the cage. Tambua gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #TD#
Honda fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Tambua to the ground. Honda is now in Tambua's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tambua is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Honda chips away with some ground and pound.#T1#
Tambua looking for a sweep. Not yet Tambua, not yet.
Honda postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Tambua bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Honda's guard. #REVB#
Tambua working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Mukinio Tambua has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tambua loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Honda throws his legs up looking for a submission but Tambua uses it to pass to side control. #SUB2#
Tambua in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Honda is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mukinio Tambua!
An out of breath Mukinio Tambua thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
The defeated Edmond Honda had this to say: 'You must defeat Sheng Long to stand a chance!'.

Event: UFC-Fright Night 12
Date: Dec 23, 2017

#R1#
Tambua shoots in for a double leg but Franco sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL2#
Franco has taken the fight to the clinch.
Franco lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT2#
It looks like Mukinio Tambua has been cut.
Tambua has been working on his balance at School of Hard Knocks, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Franco.
Tambua lands a nice shot to the body.
Tambua lands a hook that snaps the head of Franco backwards.
Franco misses with the head strike.
Franco misses with a short punch on the inside.
Franco told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Franco lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tambua backwards.
Tambua tries for a takedown but Franco manages to get underhooks.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tambua creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tambua blocking some punches.
Franco lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tambua backwards.
Franco lands a nice uppercut.
Franco has a couple of punches blocked by Tambua.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Franco misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Franco. #TD#
Franco is fighting off a takedown attempt but Tambua is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Franco to the mat. Franco regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Franco trying to keep a closed guard but Tambua is proving a slippery customer.
Tambua missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
Franco trying to keep a closed guard but Tambua is proving a slippery customer.
Tambua throwing strikes from guard but Franco blocks nicely.
Tambua looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Tambua is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Franco is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Franco has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Tambua looking for a sweep. Not yet Tambua, not yet.
Tambua lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Franco looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
Tambua missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Tambua tries to free his leg and advance position but Franco is retaining full guard.
Tambua throwing strikes from guard but Franco blocks nicely. #SUB#
Tambua postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Franco is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Tambua, into his guard. #REVB#
Tambua looking for a sweep. Not yet Tambua, not yet.
Tambua lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Tambua throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Franco works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Tambua 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. #T3#
Tambua is looking to work some ground and pound but Franco has wrist control.
Tambua 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.
Tambua trying to control but Franco is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Tambua 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.
Tambua working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Tambua trying to control the position from guard on top but Franco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Franco utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Tambua wants to control from the top but Franco keeps moving. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Tambua prevents Franco from getting back to his feet.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tambua's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Tambua drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Franco manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Tambua has Franco in his guard.#REVB#
Franco stopping the sweep attempt from Tambua.
Tambua lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Franco tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Tambua 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.
Tambua landing some decent shots from guard.
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 Mukinio Tambua will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mukinio Tambua's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Sloppy strikes from Franco. Those never looked like landing.
Tambua is looking to counter punch.
Bonzela Franco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Franco's corner calls for a 1-2. Franco obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #TD#
Tambua feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Franco looking to control.
Tambua slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Franco wants to get back to his feet but Tambua drags him back down.#SUB#
Tambua is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Franco has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Tambua is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Franco knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Tambua tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1#
Tambua taking a break here but Franco is having none of it and regains half guard. #SUB#
Tambua is trying to work for a kimura but Franco is defending well. #SUB#
Tambua is trying to work for a kimura but Franco is defending well. #SUB#
Tambua is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Franco doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tambua. #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.#SUB#
Tambua is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Franco has managed to free his arm - good work.
Franco is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tambua trying to control the action but Franco is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Tambua is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Franco sees it coming and defends easily.#T3##SUB2#
Franco looking for submissions off his back.
Tambua trying to control the action but Franco is working from the bottom.
Tambua wants to pass to mount but Franco is defending the position. #SUB#
Tambua seems to be working for a kimura but Franco defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Tambua seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Franco is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Mukinio Tambua!
Our winner, Mukinio Tambua, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
The defeated Bonzela Franco had this to say: 'I will fight again and i will win'.

Event: UFC-Fright Night 9
Date: Dec 02, 2017

#R1#
Tambua misses with a takedown attempt - Mo sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Mo throws a lazy right hand but Tambua sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mo misses the shot to the body.
Tambua looks for a takedown but Mo sprawls well.
Tambua tries for a takedown but Mo sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Jan Mo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mukinio Tambua.
Mo defending well as Tambua loads up on a big left hand.
Tambua throws an ugly left hook that misses #KD#
and Mo counters with a crisp one two that drops Tambua! Mo thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Tambua to his feet! Tambua is in big trouble!#TD2#
Tambua bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mo is looking to regain half guard here but Tambua keeps moving and retains side control.
Mo is holding Tambua down, trying to stall.#SUB2#
Tambua is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Mo has escaped the position, nice work there.
Mo regains half guard.#T1##SUB2#
Tambua is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Mo is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mukinio Tambua!
During a confident post fight interview, Mukinio Tambua thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: UFC-Fright Night 7
Date: Nov 11, 2017

#R1#
Ford connects with an inside leg kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Ford avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ford throws a hook but Tambua avoids it easily.
Tambua cracks Ford with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Ford moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tambua tries for a takedown but Ford sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Ford fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tambua manages to avoid it.
Tambua darts in looking for a takedown but Ford gets double underhooks and turns Tambua into the cage.
Tambua throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ford's waist but Ford gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tambua off to one side.
Chevy Ford has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mukinio Tambua.
Ford misses with a low kick.
A clash of legs there as Tambua blocks the low kick.
Ford scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Ford works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CUT#
It looks like Mukinio Tambua has been cut.
Ford misses with a looping right.
Ford throws a leg kick but Tambua sees it coming and moves out of range.
Ford throws a head kick that misses.
Tambua is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ford scores with a body shot.
Ford looks to land a left hand but Tambua moved out of range nicely.
Ford throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Ford lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tambua circles away quickly and effectively.
Mukinio Tambua seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tambua slips a jab from Ford.#CL#
Ford rushes Tambua and presses him up against the cage.
Ford working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T1#
Ford lands with a right to the head.
Ford throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tambuas head.
Tambua is looking to take this one to the mat.
Ford lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Come on Ford - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Good body shot from Ford.
Tambua looks winded!
Tambua is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ford pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Ford lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ford slows down the pace here.
Ford tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ford prevents a takedown attempt there.
Tambua misses with some punches.
Ford lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ford. #CUT#
That has opened up Mukinio Tambua's cut even more.
Ford is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Tambua is working for takedown but Ford is calmly controlling the position for now.#T2#
Ford working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ford throws an elbow that misses.
Ford displaying some good clinch control by pressing Tambua up against the cage.
Tambua can't get the takedown.
Ford lands an elbow just above Tambua 's eye.
Ford throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tambuas head.
Ford lands an elbow inside.
Ford pushes Tambua back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ford.#CUT#
The cut above Mukinio Tambua's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Ford lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tambua.
Ford lands a right hand.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ford. #ROC#
Tambua is rocked!
A short left from Ford.
Tambua is still on wobbly legs! Can Ford finish him?
Ford holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Tambua seems to have recovered his senses.
Ford scores with a hook to the body.
Ford lands a left hand. #CUT#
Mukinio Tambua's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Ford pushes Tambua back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3#
Ford throws an elbow that misses.
Ford lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tambua avoids a wild elbow strike from Ford.
Ford is leaning against Tambua and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Good body shot from Ford.
Ford scores with a shot to the side of Tambua's head.
Ford lands a hook to the side of the head.#KD#
Ford drops Tambua onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Tambua is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Chevy Ford!
Chevy Ford gave a mention to Sun-Tzu in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: UFC-Fright Night 4
Date: Oct 14, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Tambua closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Tambua sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Blowkarski is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #SUB2#
Tambua wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Blowkarski, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Tambua working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Tambua looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Tambua is trying to get an arm triangle but Blowkarski is defending well.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Blowkarski prevents Tambua from improving position. #T1##SUB2#
Tambua tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Tambua is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Blowkarski has escaped the position, nice work there.
Tambua wants to control but Blowkarski is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Tambua thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2#
An elbow from Tambua crashes against the mat. #SUB2#
Tambua tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Tambua thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Tambua is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Blowkarski is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Tambua has hold of Blowkarski's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Blowkarski tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Tambua cranks the arm and Blowkarski screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Blowkarski, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Mukinio Tambua!
An out of breath Mukinio Tambua thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: UFC-Fright Night 1
Date: Sep 02, 2017

#R1#
Tambua has a takedown stuffed.#TD2#
Honda gets a takedown into half guard.
Tambua has hold of Honda's hands but Honda slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Tambua's coaches at NYC Striking Academy have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Tambua gets full guard.
Honda really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tambua. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Honda advances position into side control!
Tambua is looking for a sweep.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Honda working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Honda landing a few strikes.
Honda lands a nice forearm strike. #CUT2#
It looks like Mukinio Tambua has been cut.
Honda working the ground and pound. #CUT2#
Mukinio Tambua's cut is getting worse.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tambua manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Tambua passes to side control. #T1##SUB#
Tambua swings around for an armbar but Honda sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Tambua's guard.
Tambua wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Honda postures up and lands a big shot to Tambua's brow. #CUT2#
Mukinio Tambua's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Honda cracks Tambua with a solid left hand.#CUT2#
Jeez, Mukinio Tambua's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Edmond Honda!
Edmond Honda bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: UFC 1-It Has Begun!
Date: Jul 29, 2017

#R1#
Tambua dives in and grabs Parker's left leg, looking for a takedown. Parker pushes down on Tambua's head and hops out.
Tambua will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL2#
Tambua gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tambua can't get the takedown.
Jabari Parker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mukinio Tambua.#BC#
Parker's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD2#
Tambua gets a double leg takedown into Parker's guard.
Tambua wants to control from the top but Parker keeps moving.
Tambua preventing the sweep.
Parker is looking to stand up but Tambua isn't so interested in that idea.
Tambua throws a big right hand that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Parker tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tambua throwing strikes but missing.
Tambua controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1##SUB2#
Tambua drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Tambua as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Parker screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Tambua! Nice submission victory there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Mukinio Tambua!
Mukinio Tambua seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

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