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Event:
GFC5:Ganbaatar vs Jenson
Date: May 30, 2017 |
#R1#
Armstrong fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lothbrok throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Armstrong on the side of the head.
Lothbrok with a poor takedown #TD#
and Armstrong counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Lothbrok!
Armstrong controls the position.
Lothbrok is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Armstrong working the ground and pound.
Lothbrok takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Lothbrok seems a little lost for a moment, as Armstrong dominates the positioning.
Lothbrok 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.
Lothbrok looks winded!
Armstrong tries to advance to mount but Lothbrok denies him.
The strikes coming from Armstrong are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T1#
Lothbrok is letting Armstrong control him for a moment. #SUB#
Armstrong is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lothbrok knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Armstrong tries to move to mount but Lothbrok blocks the move with his legs. #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.
Armstrong wants to stand but Lothbrok is controlling his arm.
A lull in the action here as Armstrong stalls from top position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#SUB#
Armstrong is trying to get an arm triangle but Lothbrok is defending well. #T3#
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
A head kick by Armstrong misses
and Lothbrok counters with a series of strikes. Armstrong will be more careful next time no doubt.
Armstrong misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Armstrong with a poor takedown
and Lothbrok counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lothbrok lands a lovely overhand right.#TD#
Armstrong shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Armstrong not doing much here.
#T4##SUB#
Armstrong wants to work for an arm triangle but Lothbrok is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Armstrong perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Armstrong slips a nice elbow through Lothbrok's hands, connecting with Lothbrok's forehead.#SUB#
Armstrong is looking for a kimura but Lothbrok is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Armstrong to get the leverage.
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 Blake Armstrong will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Armstrong tries to clinch but Lothbrok moves out of range.
Lothbrok goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Lothbrok keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD#
Armstrong shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Lothbrok is trying to defend but Armstrong finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES2#
Lothbrok kicks off Armstrong and gets to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Armstrong avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lothbrok is breathing heavily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lothbrok circles away from the clinch attempt
and Lothbrok cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Armstrong shoots in for a takedown but Lothbrok shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Lothbrok tries for a takedown but Armstrong sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD#
Armstrong darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Armstrong not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Armstrong is taking a breather. Lothbrok says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Lothbrok on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T2##SUB#
Armstrong is trying to work for a kimura but Lothbrok is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Armstrong sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lothbrok defending well though. #SUB#
Armstrong 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.
Armstrong not doing much here.
#T3#
Armstrong scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB#
Armstrong 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#
Armstrong seems to be working for a kimura but Lothbrok defends the submission attempt.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Armstrong throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Armstrong looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Armstrong tries to close the distance and clinch but Lothbrok swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lothbrok misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Bjon Lothbrok will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Armstrong defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lothbrok.#CL#
Lothbrok gets tackled into the cage by Armstrong. Armstrong maintains the clinch. #TD#
Armstrong jumps into guard, dragging Lothbrok to the mat.
Armstrong has his hands on Lothbrok's head, controlling the position.
Lothbrok wants to stand and escape but instead Armstrong has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Armstrong passes into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Armstrong looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Lothbrok takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Blake Armstrong overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
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. Armstrong connects with a nice short shot to Lothbrok's temple.
Armstrong with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Armstrong seems to be looking for submissions.
#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Armstrong is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Armstrong with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Armstrong missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB#
Armstrong is working for a submission of some sort.
Armstrong is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Armstrong moves into full mount! Lothbrok won't be happy about that!
Lothbrok is bucking up trying to escape but Armstrong cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Armstrong is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lothbrok can do to turn this around?#T4##SUB#
Armstrong working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Armstrong lands a heavy elbow.
Armstrong is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Armstrong controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB#
Armstrong is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Lothbrok is surviving well by controlling Armstrong's body position as best he can.
And that's the end of the fight!
Blake Armstrong showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Armstrong 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 29:27
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 29:27
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 29:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Blake Armstrong!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 17, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Lothbrok throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Stevenson was covering up waiting for the punch and Lothbrok finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Lothbrok is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SU2#
Lothbrok stands up and waves to Stevenson to follow him. #TD2#
Lothbrok decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Lothbrok thows a huge punch but Stevenson dodges it nicely.
Lothbrok looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stevenson trying to control here.
Stevenson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lothbrok on the ground.
Lothbrok thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Stevenson's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Lothbrok is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Stevenson!
Stevenson wants to hold on but Lothbrok pushes him away.
Stevenson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lothbrok throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Lothbrok controlling from mount.
Stevenson is wriggling around trying to escape.
Lothbrok sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Lothbrok controlling his opponent.
Stevenson tries to reverse the position but Lothbrok maintains control.
Stevenson really is a fat lump.#T2#
Lothbrok throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.#SU2#
Lothbrok stands up from mount. Strange move. #TD2#
Lothbrok decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Lothbrok looks winded!
Lothbrok looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Lothbrok is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Stevenson sees it coming and defends easily.
Stevenson is trying is best to control the position here.
Stevenson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lothbrok is working away from the top position though.
Lothbrok uses his free foot to push down on Stevenson's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Stevenson. #T3#
Poor strikes thrown by Lothbrok there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Stevenson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Lothbrok throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Stevenson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Lothbrok content just to control the position here.
Stevenson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Stevenson is looking to get to half guard.
Lothbrok sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!#T4##SUB2#
Lothbrok jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Stevenson manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SU2#
Lothbrok decides to stand back up. Lothbrok steps back and let's Stevenson get back to his feet.#TD2#
Lothbrok feints and as Stevenson raises his hands in defense, Lothbrok changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Lothbrok trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lothbrok keeps trying to improve his position.
Stevenson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stevenson has Lothbrok pulled in close to control his posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bjon Lothbrok dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Lothbrok stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Lothbrok wants it to stay on the feet.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Lothbrok. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.#TD2#
Lothbrok shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Stevenson manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Stevenson wants to hit a switch here but Lothbrok passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Stevenson there!
Stevenson has given up his back here.
Stevenson trying to control but not successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stevenson tries to escape but Lothbrok has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Stevenson wants to control his opponent's hands but Lothbrok gets his hands free. #SUB2#
Lothbrok patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Lothbrok is breathing heavily.#T1#
Lothbrok throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage. #SUB2#
Lothbrok working for a choke but Stevenson is defending well. #SUB2#
Stevenson is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Stevenson rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB2#
Lothbrok is working for a kimura but Stevenson is defending it quite comfortably.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lothbrok prevents Stevenson from improving his position.
Lothbrok has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The fighters are battling for position here. Stevenson manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Stevenson wants to sweep but no luck.
Stevenson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Stevenson tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Stevenson is on top in guard.
#REVR##ES2#
Lothbrok has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Stevenson has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Lothbrok wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#TD#
Stevenson pulls guard effortlessly.
Stevenson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lothbrok is one step ahead there.
Bjon Lothbrok has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lothbrok sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Lothbrok stopping the sweep attempt from Stevenson.#T4#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Stevenson is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Lothbrok is pulling down on Stevenson's head. It's preventing any offense from Stevenson, at least for the moment.#ES2#
Lothbrok is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stevenson tries to pull guard but Lothbrok holds him up against the cage and eventually Stevenson drops back down to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stevenson tries to score a body lock takedown but Lothbrok shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bjon Lothbrok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. 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#
Lothbrok lands with a nice combination. Stevenson backs away looking to recover.#CUT2#
It looks like German Stevenson has been cut.
Stevenson looks for a takedown but Lothbrok sprawls well.
Lothbrok swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bjon Lothbrok seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Stevenson enables Lothbrok to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Stevenson manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Stevenson trying to keep a closed guard but Lothbrok is proving a slippery customer.
Stevenson wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lothbrok in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lothbrok content to stall in guard here.
Lothbrok takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Stevenson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lothbrok throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lothbrok throws a big right hand that misses. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Stevenson shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Lothbrok is pressing down on Stevenson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T2#
Lothbrok is wriggling around but Stevenson manages to pass to half guard.
Lothbrok tries to get to full guard but Stevenson has control of the leg. #SUB#
Stevenson is working for a kimura but Lothbrok is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Stevenson wants to work for an arm triangle but Lothbrok is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T3#
Stevenson is thwarting Lothbrok's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Stevenson seems to be working for a kimura but Lothbrok defends the submission attempt.
Lothbrok gets full guard.#ES2#
Lothbrok has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Stevenson is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Stevenson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#T4#
Lothbrok misses with a knee to the head. #TD#
Stevenson jumps into guard, dragging Lothbrok to the mat.
Lothbrok sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Lothbrok wants to get up but he can't break Stevenson's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Lothbrok trying to control but Stevenson is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lothbrok controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bjon Lothbrok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Lothbrok has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 26:30
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 26:30
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bjon Lothbrok!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 12, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Lothbrok is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Barrett's half guard.#SUB#
Barrett looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lothbrok passes the guard and advances to mount!
Lothbrok throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Lothbrok trying to control but Barrett is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barrett tries to lock up and control but Lothbrok gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T1#
Lothbrok is stalling here but it's allowed Barrett to get half guard.
Barrett is holding on to half guard well.
Well, if Lothbrok 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.
#SUB2#
Lothbrok seems to be working for a kimura but Barrett defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Lothbrok seems to be looking for submissions.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Barrett gets full guard.
Barrett bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lothbrok's guard. #REVR#
Lothbrok is looking to stand up but Barrett isn't so interested in that idea.
Barrett not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Barrett's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Lothbrok not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T3#
Barrett is stalling in the full guard.
Lothbrok wants to sweep but no luck.
Lothbrok throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Lothbrok bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Barrett regains half guard there - taking advantage of Lothbrok's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Lothbrok content to control rather than advance.
Barrett gets back to full guard.
#T4#
Lothbrok trying to control the position from guard on top but Barrett is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Barrett controls Lothbrok momentarily but Lothbrok frees himself.
Lothbrok postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Barrett not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Barrett looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lothbrok is one step ahead there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bjon Lothbrok will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Lothbrok lands with an overhand left.
Lothbrok looks to land a combination but Barrett avoids it well.
Nice defenses there by Lothbrok.
Barrett finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lothbrok lands a nice looking body shot.
Barrett takes a shot right to the bread basket.#TD2#
Lothbrok bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Barrett is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Lothbrok is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Barrett tries to hold on but Lothbrok pushes him away.
Lothbrok prevents Barrett from getting the reversal.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Barrett is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
#T1#
Barrett slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Lothbrok misses with a head shot. Barrett uses the momentum to regain guard.
Barrett looking for a sweep. Not yet Barrett, not yet. #SU2#
Barrett is working an open guard so Lothbrok takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Lothbrok bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#TD2#
Lothbrok looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB2#
Lothbrok drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lothbrok jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T2#
Barrett 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.
Barrett has control of Lothbrok's left arm, preventing Lothbrok from doing any damage.
Barrett keeping full guard, as Lothbrok tries to pass. #SUB2#
Lothbrok drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Barrett manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Lothbrok has Barrett in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Lothbrok looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T3#
Barrett is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Barrett in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Lothbrok is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lothbrok is breathing heavily.
Barrett wants to control from the top but Lothbrok keeps moving.
Barrett's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Lothbrok seems keen to control Barrett's posture.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Barrett showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Lothbrok gets a takedown into half guard.#ES#
Barrett manages to escape and get back to his feet!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
Lothbrok shoots in and bounces Barrett off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Lothbrok wants to control from the top but Barrett keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bjon Lothbrok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
A punch combination from Lothbrok misses.
Barrett cracks Lothbrok with a good jab.#TD#
Barrett shoots in and gets a takedown into Lothbrok's guard.
Barrett could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Lothbrok has momentary wrist control but Barrett slips an elbow through the middle.
Barrett sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Lothbrok pulls Barrett in close to prevent any damage.
Barrett sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lothbrok 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.#T1#
Barrett is looking to work some ground and pound but Lothbrok has wrist control.
Lothbrok being controlled here, momentarily.
Barrett lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Lothbrok striking off his back but it's not causing Barrett any problems.
Barrett scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Barrett is looking to work some ground and pound but Lothbrok has wrist control.
Lothbrok has momentary wrist control but Barrett slips an elbow through the middle.
Barrett throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Barrett engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD2#
Lothbrok changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Barrett looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES#
Barrett sneaks out the side door and pushes Lothbrok away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Lothbrok takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lothbrok throws a hook to the side of Barrett's head but Barrett sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lothbrok throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Barrett counters by clinching up. #TD2#
Lothbrok turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Lothbrok manages to end up in side control.
Barrett is trying to control Lothbrok's posture but Lothbrok avoids it.
Barrett trying his best to control but Lothbrok has mounted him.#T3#
Barrett keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Young Barrett overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Barrett bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Barrett showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Further stalling from Barrett.
Barrett postures up and lands a big shot to Lothbrok's brow. #T4#
Barrett showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Barrett lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Barrett sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Barrett stops Lothbrok from standing up.
Barrett stays in close to Lothbrok's body and controls the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SU#
Barrett gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Young Barrett has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bjon Lothbrok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lothbrok swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And that's the end of the fight!
Young Barrett showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Lothbrok 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 28:29
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Young Barrett!
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