Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: SYN 800 Monkey vs. Divisek
Date: May 30, 2021

#R1#
Gracie blocks a head kick by Brooksbank.
Brooksbank misses with a kick to the body.
Brooksbank misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Gracie is looking for the big counter here.
Brooksbank tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Brooksbank misses with the combination.
Brooksbank throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Gracie counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Brooksbank is staying active underneath Gracie, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie thows a huge punch but Brooksbank dodges it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank is refusing to be controlled, as Gracie sits in half guard.
Brooksbank trying to control but Gracie postures up. #T1#
Gracie seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Brooksbank tries to roll over but Gracie keeps him under control.
Brooksbank is refusing to be controlled, as Gracie sits in half guard.
Brooksbank is trying to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Brooksbank throws a head kick but Gracie moves out of range.
Brooksbank looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Gracie throws a good cross that connects. #T2#
Gracie swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Brooksbank.
Gracie slips under a jab from Brooksbank.
A looping hook to the body misses from Brooksbank. Gracie does a little dance to reset his feet.
Brooksbank uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gracie.
Gracie keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Brooksbank gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Gracie counters with a right hand to the body.
Brooksbank jabs Gracie to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Gracie jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gracie misses with a body shot.
Brooksbank looks to throw the jab but Gracie is out of range.
Brooksbank tries a head kick but it misses.
Gracie is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T3#
Brooksbank closes the distance but Gracie moves to the side
and Gracie counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Brooksbank misses with an attempted mid kick.
Gracie cracks Brooksbank on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Brooksbank falls backwards against the cage. Gracie follows up with more strikes that drop Brooksbank to his knees. Gracie keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Brooksbank! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mauricio Gracie!
A very excited looking Mauricio Gracie made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: SMASH: Arteta vs Camara
Date: Mar 27, 2021

#R1#
ODoyle throws a head kick that misses. #TD2#
Brooksbank closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into ODoyle's guard.
Brooksbank is pushing down on ODoyle's leg trying to pass to half guard. ODoyle is fighting to maintain full guard but Brooksbank has managed to sneak the leg through.
ODoyle trying to control but Brooksbank postures up.
ODoyle is looking for a sweep. Brooksbank 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.
Brooksbank passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for ODoyle! #SUB2#
ODoyle tries to buck Brooksbank off so he can stand up but Brooksbank has got his back now - this could be big trouble! He's slapped on a rear naked choke that looks really tight! ODoyle falls backwards, slamming Brooksbank to the mat but Brooksbank holds on tight! ODoyle is forced to tap and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dave Brooksbank!
A very excited looking Dave Brooksbank made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: PANDA 79
Date: Jan 29, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Brooksbank looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kehveli!
Brooksbank is looking to take a break and control but Kehveli is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Brooksbank tries to advance to mount but Kehveli denies him. #SUB2#
Brooksbank is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kehveli is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kehveli tries to buck Brooksbank off but Brooksbank is having none of it.#T1##SUB2#
Brooksbank wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kehveli, who protects the arm well.
Brooksbank looking to control but instead Kehveli has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Brooksbank wants to control but Kehveli is keeping him busy.
Brooksbank wants to advance to full mount but Kehveli doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Kehveli controlling the position.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Brooksbank not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Brooksbank looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Brooksbank closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Brooksbank throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Kehveli to regain full guard.
Brooksbank looking to sit in guard and control but Kehveli gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SU#
Kehveli decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #T3##CL2#
Brooksbank gets a clinch. #TD2#
Brooksbank pulls guard effortlessly. #SU#
Kehveli stands up and waves to Brooksbank to follow him.
Brooksbank misses with a head kick.
Brooksbank throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kehveli.
Kehveli drops down looking for a counter takedown but Brooksbank sprawls and moves away.
Brooksbank throws a body shot but no joy.
Kehveli tries to counter with a takedown but Brooksbank is quick to defend against it.
Brooksbank swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dave Brooksbank seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brooksbank tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kehveli was well out of range. Poor timing from Brooksbank.#T4#
A good leg kick by Brooksbank.
Kehveli checks a leg kick nicely.
Kehveli blocks a head kick by Brooksbank. #CL2#
Brooksbank clinches up with Kehveli and pushes him back against the cage.
Kehveli keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Brooksbank's efforts to push away.#TD2#
Brooksbank manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brooksbank wants to sweep here but Kehveli controlling him for the moment. #SU#
Kehveli gets to his feet. Brooksbank looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dave Brooksbank dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Brooksbank shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kehveli napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Kehveli is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Brooksbank working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Brooksbank tries to advance to mount but can't. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kehveli tries to bench press Brooksbank off him but Brooksbank keeps the position.
You can see the frustration on Kehveli's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kehveli being controlled for a moment. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Kehveli is trying to improve his position.
Brooksbank tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Dave Brooksbank is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T3#
Brooksbank throws a right hand that Kehveli ducks under and follows up with a left that Kehveli also avoids with ease.
Brooksbank misses with a head kick.
Brooksbank throws a leg kick which misses Kehveli's front leg but catches the back leg as Kehveli tries to avoid it.
Kehveli avoids the head kick by Brooksbank. #TD2#
Brooksbank dives in and scores a takedown into Kehveli's guard.
Brooksbank has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Brooksbank stands and throws Kehveli's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Brooksbank wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kehveli keeps working. #T4#
Kehveli regains half guard there - taking advantage of Brooksbank's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Kehveli trying to hold on to Brooksbank's head to control him but Brooksbank postures up.
My spies in Crapollas Gym inform me that Brooksbank has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Brooksbank is looking for a kimura here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Kehveli makes his way to full guard, as Brooksbank worked for a kimura.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dave Brooksbank showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Brooksbank throws a series of punches but Kehveli avoids them all with ease.
Kehveli feinted with a counter takedown.
Brooksbank pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kehveli moves out of range of the body kick from Brooksbank. #TD2#
Brooksbank drives through with a takedown into guard.
Kehveli tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Brooksbank looking to pass the guard.
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.
Brooksbank trying to move into half guard but instead Kehveli has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Brooksbank has a closed guard, preventing Kehveli from standing up. #T1##SU#
Kehveli gets to his feet. Brooksbank looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Brooksbank throws the kick towards the body but Kehveli avoids it.
Kehveli drops down looking for a counter takedown but Brooksbank sprawls and moves away.#CL2#
Brooksbank has managed to clinch.
Brooksbank is trying to break free.#TD2#
Brooksbank ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Brooksbank no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Brooksbank is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kehveli defends well.#SU#
Kehveli decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Brooksbank, up you get!
Kehveli avoids the body shot from Brooksbank.
Kehveli appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T2##TD2#
Brooksbank drives through with a takedown into Kehveli's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Kehveli seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Brooksbank tries to free his leg and advance position but Kehveli is retaining full guard.
Brooksbank trying to control but Kehveli is working from the bottom.
Brooksbank stands and throws Kehveli's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Dave Brooksbank has got the better of the ground game so far.
Brooksbank working away.#T3#
Brooksbank content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Brooksbank tries to move into full mount but can't pass Kehveli's legs.
Brooksbank wants to take a breather but Kehveli manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Brooksbank.
Brooksbank preventing the sweep. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Brooksbank has gone for a leg lock! Kehveli slips out almost immediately though and dives into Brooksbank's guard.#REVR##SU#
Kehveli gets to his feet - Brooksbank follows without any prompting.
Kimmo Kehveli has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dave Brooksbank is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kehveli avoids the head kick by Brooksbank.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL2#
Brooksbank rushes Kehveli and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kehveli lands with a light punch inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dave Brooksbank comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Brooksbank 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: PANDA 71
Date: Jan 10, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Garcia rushes Brooksbank and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Garcia.
Garcia struggles to land a body shot inside as Brooksbank controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
Brooksbank tries to pull guard but Garcia won't allow it. #BC#
Brooksbank breaks from the clinch.
Garcia slips a jab and a cross from Brooksbank.
Garcia tries a low kick but Brooksbank avoids it.
Haislan Garcia seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Garcia misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brooksbank.
Brooksbank has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Brooksbank misses with a body kick.
Brooksbank chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Garcia can pounce on him.
Brooksbank's corner calls for a 1-2. Brooksbank obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #TD#
Garcia gets caught napping as Brooksbank dives in and scores a takedown. Garcia manages to retain guard.
Garcia wants to sweep here but Brooksbank controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Garcia looking to control. #T1#
Garcia looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Brooksbank slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Garcia wants to control but Brooksbank postures up.
Brooksbank trying to control the position but Garcia is working away.
Garcia tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Brooksbank wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Garcia is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Brooksbank's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Brooksbank trying to pass the guard but Garcia defending well.
Brooksbank is working hard here to advance position.
Garcia is trying to get back to full guard.
Garcia is trying to control but Brooksbank manages to pass to mount! #T3#
Brooksbank is stalling here but it's allowed Garcia to get half guard.
Brooksbank is keen to just control but Garcia is a slippery customer.
Garcia tries to roll over but Brooksbank keeps him under control.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Brooksbank trying to control from Garcia's half guard. Garcia has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #SUB2#
Garcia escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Brooksbank gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Brooksbank wants to control from the top but Garcia keeps moving.
Garcia looking for a sweep. Not yet Garcia, not yet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Garcia throws a body shot but no joy.
Brooksbank misses with a series of wild punches.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brooksbank ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Garcia moves away.
Garcia blocks a head kick by Brooksbank.
Garcia showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Brooksbank.
Garcia looks like he wants to counter punch here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dave Brooksbank dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Brooksbank.

Garcia explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Brooksbank fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Garcia fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Brooksbank throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Garcia connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Garcia takes one to the side of the head.
Nice sprawl there from Garcia as Brooksbank shoots in.
Brooksbank sets himself, and Garcia steps forward looking for the clinch! Brooksbank avoids it this time.
Brooksbank takes one to the chin there.
Garcia scores with a jab to the jaw.
Nice cross by Garcia.
Garcia throws an overhand right that lands on Brooksbank's shoulder, as Brooksbank tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Garcia throws a leg kick #TD#
and Brooksbank counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.

The fighters are working up against the cage. Garcia manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Garcia swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brooksbank working hard to break the clinch.
Brooksbank tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Garcia just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Brooksbank. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Brooksbank manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Haislan Garcia has got the better of the ground game so far.
Garcia wants to pass the guard but Brooksbank is keeping the position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Garcia sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Brooksbank tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Brooksbank keeping moving, preventing Garcia from controlling successfully.
Garcia postures up. #SUB#
Brooksbank escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Garcia gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SU2#
Garcia gets to his feet. Brooksbank looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T3#
Brooksbank tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Garcia manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Garcia connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Garcia fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nice shot by Garcia.
Brooksbank misses with a head kick.
Garcia throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Dave Brooksbank is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Brooksbank throws a leg kick but Garcia sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Garcia flicks out a counter leg kick but Brooksbank steps away.
Brooksbank throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Garcia looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A thudding body kick lands there by Garcia!
Garcia fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Brooksbank walks into a stiff left hand from Garcia.
Garcia lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Garcia fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Garcia throws a low kick but Brooksbank avoids it.#T4#
Brooksbank throws a head kick that half lands.
No luck for Brooksbank with that takedown attempt.
Garcia counters with a body kick.
Haislan Garcia seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Garcia lunges at Brooksbank with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Brooksbank's hand.
Brooksbank tries to score a power double leg takedown but Garcia sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Brooksbank somewhat.
Garcia misses with a straight left.
Garcia throws a nice inside leg kick.
Brooksbank tries to score a power double leg takedown but Garcia sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Brooksbank somewhat.
Garcia throws out a powerful jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Haislan Garcia 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Garcia takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Garcia catches Brooksbank with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Brooksbank swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Brooksbank takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#Brooksbank is rocked!
Garcia lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Brooksbank - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Garcia!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Haislan Garcia!
A victorious Haislan Garcia thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: PANDA 55
Date: Dec 06, 2020

#R1#
Ahma connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Brooksbank walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ahma checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Brooksbank shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A good leg kick by Ahma.
Verneri Ahma seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ahma chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Brooksbank looks for a takedown but Ahma sprawls well.
Brooksbank ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Good exchange - Ahma coming out on top.#KD#
Ahma lands a big head kick that sends Brooksbank tumbling to the mat! Ahma takes a step backwards and waves Brooksbank back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Brooksbank is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brooksbank walks into a straight right, dropping him to the canvas! Ahma swarms him and finishes the fight with a hail of punches! What a brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Verneri Ahma!
Verneri Ahma decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: PANDA 48
Date: Nov 21, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Brooksbank looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB#
Brooksbank is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Osinen doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Brooksbank.
Brooksbank is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Osinen tries to hold on but Brooksbank pushes him away.
Brooksbank can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Osinen is looking to escape.
Brooksbank avoids the attempt from Osinen to control.#T1#
Brooksbank wants to take Osinen's back here but Osinen is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape. #SUB#
Brooksbank is controlling this nicely and is looking to make no mistakes. Osinen is trying to wiggle out of this horrible position. Osinen flips to his side and attempts to get a leg in for half guard. Brooksbank anticipates the leg and manages to get behind Osinen and secures both hooks! This could be bad! Brooksbank slips an arm under Osinen chin and tries to position for a rear naked choke. Brooksbank has worked the choke in now and it looks tight. Brooksbank is squeezing on Osinen like an anaconda would it's prey. Osinen fails to tap and has fallen unconscious! We've got ourselves a winner by way of a rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dave Brooksbank!
During a confident post fight interview, Dave Brooksbank thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: PANDA 35
Date: Oct 24, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Yusuke lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A big left from Yusuke misses.
Yusuke closes the distance and clinches up with Brooksbank, looking for a takedown. Yusuke pushes Brooksbank against the cage but Brooksbank circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Yusuke avoids the head kick by Brooksbank.
Yusuke loads up on a big right hand but Brooksbank slips the punch.
Yusuke throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Yusuke.
Brooksbank lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Left hook, right uppercut from Yusuke.
Brooksbank will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Sloppy strikes from Yusuke. Those never looked like landing.
Brooksbank throws a leg kick
and Yusuke makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brooksbank digs a good hook to Yusuke's body.
A nice combination there by Brooksbank.
Fujii Yusuke seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brooksbank avoids the body shot from Yusuke.
Yusuke tries to close the distance and clinch up but Brooksbank swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Brooksbank feinted with a counter takedown.
Brooksbank has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Crapollas Gym in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Brooksbank misses with a head kick.
Yusuke throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Brooksbank sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Yusuke looks to land a combination but Brooksbank avoids it well.
Nice straight punches there by Yusuke. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Yusuke.
Yusuke throws a body punch but Brooksbank moves out of range.
Brooksbank with a lazy takedown attempt
and Yusuke counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Brooksbank tries to clinch but Yusuke moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Yusuke! But no joy.#TD#
Brooksbank decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Brooksbank is looking to take a break and control but Yusuke is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Yusuke is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Brooksbank pulls his head out easily.
Yusuke won't allow Brooksbank to pass to mount. #T2#
Yusuke is looking to control Brooksbank's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Yusuke avoid being mounted?
The fighters are battling for position here. Yusuke manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Yusuke not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Yusuke is striking but Brooksbank is not phased and passes to half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Yusuke is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Brooksbank pulls his head out easily.
Brooksbank controlling the pace.
Yusuke is looking for a sweep. Brooksbank is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Yusuke looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Brooksbank trying to pass the guard but Yusuke defending well. #SUB#
Brooksbank is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Yusuke looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Yusuke moves into full guard.
Brooksbank wants to pass the guard but Yusuke is keeping the position.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Brooksbank avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Yusuke looking for subs off his back but Brooksbank has passed one foot through into half guard.
Yusuke trying to control but Brooksbank postures up. #SUB2#
Yusuke actively working from the bottom here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Fujii Yusuke will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Brooksbank shoots in looking for a takedown but Yusuke manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Brooksbank's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Yusuke misses the shot to the body.
Yusuke fails with a takedown attempt.
Brooksbank changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Brooksbank throws a head kick that misses
and Brooksbank takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Brooksbank lands a high kick!
Yusuke tries to close the distance and clinch but Brooksbank swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Yusuke misses with a body shot.
Brooksbank misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Yusuke.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yusuke blocks a head kick by Brooksbank. #TD#
Brooksbank looking to score a takedown here. Yusuke is defending well but Brooksbank drives through and ends up in Yusuke's guard.
Brooksbank slips nicely into half guard.
Yusuke tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #T1##SUB2#
Yusuke is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Brooksbank pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Yusuke looking for a kimura from the bottom but Brooksbank passes into side control!
Yusuke looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Brooksbank trying to control the position but Yusuke is working away.
Yusuke is looking to reverse the position.
Brooksbank has control of an arm but Yusuke manages to advance to Brooksbank's back!
You can see the frustration on Brooksbank's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #T2##SUB2#
Yusuke has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Brooksbank has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Yusuke is looking to control Brooksbank but Brooksbank is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Brooksbank rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Brooksbank wants to get back to full guard.
Brooksbank is not content to let Yusuke control the position.
Yusuke looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Dave Brooksbank overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Yusuke is thwarting Brooksbank's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Yusuke is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Brooksbank 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.
Brooksbank is looking for a sweep. Yusuke is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Brooksbank is trying to maintain the position but Yusuke is very close to passing his half guard.
Yusuke wants to control but Brooksbank is keeping him busy. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Yusuke is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Brooksbank!
Yusuke prevents Brooksbank from getting the reversal.#SUB2#
Yusuke goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Brooksbank turns into him and now he's in Yusuke's guard.
Brooksbank pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Yusuke is keeping the position for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brooksbank slips nicely into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dave Brooksbank dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Yusuke uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Brooksbank tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Yusuke swivels and escapes.
Yusuke avoids the head kick by Brooksbank.
Brooksbank throws a leg kick that misses.
A left and a right from Brooksbank both land. Nice combination.
Yusuke misses with a takedown attempt - Brooksbank sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Brooksbank drops down looking for a counter takedown but Yusuke sprawls and moves away.
Dave Brooksbank is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Yusuke gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Yusuke lands with a precision combination! Left, right, uppercut and Brooksbank falls flat on his face, eyes wide open but he's out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Fujii Yusuke!

Event: PANDA 26
Date: Oct 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
James lands an overhand right.
Brooksbank throws a leg kick but James sees it coming and moves out of range.
James cracks Brooksbank with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
We've been informed that Brooksbank has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Brooksbank looks to score with a jab to the body but James is just out of range.
James was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Brooksbank defending well as James loads up on a big left hand.
Brooksbank displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as James throws out the jab.
Brooksbank looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
James thows a left - swing and a miss!
Brooksbank misses with a left hand
and James counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Brooksbank looks to score with a jab to the body but James is just out of range.
Brooksbank attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
James chopping away at his opponent's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank swings for the body but James moves out of range.
Brooksbank throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Brooksbank scoring well with a low kick there.
Brooksbank avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Brooksbank tries to clinch
and James counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
A big right from James misses.
Brooksbank slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CUT2#It looks like Elmore James has been cut.
A swing and a miss from James.
Brooksbank throws a low kick but James moves out of range easily.
Brooksbank throws a right and a left that both miss.
Brooksbank swings for the body but James moves out of range.
Nice jab there from Brooksbank.
Brooksbank swings for the body but James moves out of range.
James clobbers Brooksbank with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Brooksbank chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before James can pounce on him.
James looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
James throws a jab when Brooksbank was well out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from James misses the target.
Brooksbank blocks a jab.
Brooksbank tries to clinch but James moves away
and James counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
James missing with a left hand there. Brooksbank was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Elmore James seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2##CL2#
Brooksbank closes the distance and pushes James back into the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brooksbank fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Brooksbank blocking some punches.
A nice right hand lands inside from James.
Brooksbank fails to pull the fight into his guard.
James misses with a punch on the inside.
James lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
James makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Brooksbank's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Brooksbank tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but James was well out of range. Poor timing from Brooksbank.
A little feinted left hand from James on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Brooksbank is looking to clinch but James is avoiding it.
Brooksbank fails with a takedown attempt.
Elmore James has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Brooksbank.
Brooksbank shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts James as he jumps to the side.
James is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T3#
Brooksbank pulls out of a head kick attempt.
James pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD2#
Brooksbank decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
James wants to control but Brooksbank is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
James looking for submissions off his back.
James is trying to maintain the position but Brooksbank is very close to passing his half guard.
James is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Brooksbank is trying to control. James wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Brooksbank controlling the pace. #T4#
Brooksbank works his foot free and advances to mount.
Brooksbank is looking to work his way around to James's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
James is just holding on here. Brooksbank manages to take his back.
Brooksbank gets his hands free as James looks to control.
Brooksbank is trying to stick to James's back but James is turning into Brooksbank. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Brooksbank's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by James.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Brooksbank is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Brooksbank looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
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 Elmore James will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Elmore James's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
A telegraphed right hand from James misses the target.
Brooksbank on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Dave Brooksbank is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A cross from James lands.
Brooksbank misses with a wild body shot.
James was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
James circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Brooksbank to the canvas! Brooksbank doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - James keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Elmore James!
Elmore James thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: PANDA 15
Date: Aug 28, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Boxer throws a right hand that misses #TD2#
and Brooksbank counters with a nice double leg into side control. Boxer won't be happy with that.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boxer sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Brooksbank passes the guard and advances to mount!
Brooksbank controlling the position easily from mount.
Boxer is trying to escape the mount but Brooksbank keeps good control and instead manages to take Boxer's back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boxer trying to control the hands but Brooksbank breaks the grip.
Brooksbank struggling to keep hold of the position. #T1##SUB2#
Boxer is trying to roll into a better position but Brooksbank has get a rear naked choke and Boxer is forced to tap out! This one is allllll over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dave Brooksbank!
A victorious Dave Brooksbank thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Thai Boxer was interviewed post fight and said 'Oh sh#t 🔥'.

Event: PANDA 10
Date: Aug 11, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Del Bosque throws a hook to the side of Brooksbank's head but Brooksbank sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Brooksbank looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Del Bosque is fending him off so far but Brooksbank persists. Nope, Del Bosque circles away and we're back to standing.
Severo Del Bosque seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Brooksbank looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Del Bosque!
Brooksbank wants to lay and pray for a moment but Del Bosque keeps working.
Del Bosque is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
My spies in Crapollas Gym inform me that Brooksbank has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Brooksbank trying to mount his opponent but Del Bosque defends it.
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.#SUB2#
Brooksbank is working for a submission of some sort. #T1#
Brooksbank trying to pass the guard but Del Bosque defending well.
Del Bosque is looking to get back to is feet but Brooksbank passes into side control.
Brooksbank wants to lay and pray for a moment but Del Bosque keeps working.
Del Bosque gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Brooksbank controlling the pace for now.
Del Bosque is squirming around, avoiding Brooksbank's attempts to control the action.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Brooksbank takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Del Bosque is working to get back to half guard. #T3#
Brooksbank can't control as he wanted to and Del Bosque manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Del Bosque definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Brooksbank is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Del Bosque!
Brooksbank trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Brooksbank wants to take his opponent's back but Del Bosque doesn't allow it. #T4#
Brooksbank content just to control the position here.
Brooksbank with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Brooksbank tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Del Bosque is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dave Brooksbank dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Del Bosque looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Del Bosque tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Del Bosque misses with a kick to the body.
Del Bosque takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Brooksbank uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Del Bosque.
Brooksbank with the counter takedown but Del Bosque avoids it easily.
Del Bosque bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A lazy left from Del Bosque finds it's target.
Brooksbank avoids the body shot from Del Bosque.
Brooksbank tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Del Bosque paws at him with a jab and circles away.
As Brooksbank backs away, Del Bosque returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Del Bosque blocks the leg kick.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Del Bosque stuffs the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank throws a body punch but Del Bosque moves out of range.
Del Bosque swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Brooksbank.
Brooksbank ducks right into an uppercut from Del Bosque.
Brooksbank shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Del Bosque as he avoids it easily.
Brooksbank throws a right and a left that Del Bosque avoids nicely. #T1#
Del Bosque scores with a decent looking hook.#TD2#
Brooksbank 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.
Brooksbank trying to control the position from guard on top but Del Bosque is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brooksbank being controlled here momentarily.
Brooksbank looking to pass the guard.
Brooksbank trying to control but Del Bosque is working from the bottom. #T2#
Del Bosque keeping full guard, as Brooksbank tries to pass.
Del Bosque is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Del Bosque managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Del Bosque throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #T3#
Brooksbank darts in looking for a takedown but Del Bosque gets double underhooks and turns Brooksbank into the cage.
Severo Del Bosque has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Brooksbank.
Brooksbank misses with the body kick
and Del Bosque counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Brooksbank slips under a jab from Del Bosque.
Brooksbank throws a head kick that misses.
Brooksbank looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Del Bosque is fending him off so far but Brooksbank persists. Nope, Del Bosque circles away and we're back to standing.
And Del Bosque counters with a quick kick to the body but Brooksbank blocks it.
Severo Del Bosque is winning the standup battle so far.
Brooksbank misses with a few strikes there.
Del Bosque keeps the fight on the outside.
Del Bosque appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Brooksbank throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Brooksbank throws a wild body kick that Del Bosque sees coming a mile off.
Del Bosque attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Brooksbank throws a wild body kick that Del Bosque sees coming a mile off.
A solid leg kick lands there for Del Bosque.
A swing and a miss from Del Bosque.
Dave Brooksbank is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Del Bosque avoids the head kick by Brooksbank. #T4#
Del Bosque fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Brooksbank.
Del Bosque circles away from the clinch attempt.
As Brooksbank backs away, Del Bosque returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Brooksbank lands a right hook to the body.
Brooksbank fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Del Bosque thows a body kick. Brooksbank tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Del Bosque checks the leg kick nicely there.
Brooksbank jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Del Bosque throws a lazy right hand but Brooksbank sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Del Bosque fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Brooksbank checks it well.
Del Bosque throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Brooksbank sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Del Bosque scores with a three punch combo! #ROC#Brooksbank is rocked!
Del Bosque is looking for an opening here. He's unloaded a big left hand that catches Brooksbank flush on the jaw and sends him tumbling to the canvas! Brooksbank is out cold! Del Bosque holds back from landing any unnecessary shots to his unconscious opponent, as the referee reacts slowly to the situation. A brutal knockout and then some excellent sportsmanship - this guy is my new favorite fighter!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Severo Del Bosque!

Event: PANDA 6
Date: Jul 24, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Brooksbank swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Labosky wants to counter with a clinch but Brooksbank pushes him away.#CL2#
Labosky drives through and clinches with Brooksbank against the cage.
Labosky lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Brooksbank has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Brooksbank fails to pull guard.
Labosky throws a knee to the head but misses. #BC2#
Labosky breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Brooksbank has managed to clinch.
Brooksbank fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Labosky misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Labosky breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #TD#
Brooksbank shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Labosky is trying to defend but Brooksbank finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Brooksbank trying to mount his opponent but Labosky defends it.
Labosky tries to get to full guard but Brooksbank has control of the leg. #T1#
Brooksbank wants to control but Labosky is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Brooksbank wants to work for an arm triangle but Labosky is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Brooksbank is looking for a kimura but Labosky is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Brooksbank to get the leverage. #SUB#
Labosky is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Brooksbank has latched onto it... Big trouble! Brooksbank pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Labosky is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Brooksbank!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dave Brooksbank!
During a confident post fight interview, Dave Brooksbank thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: PANDA 2
Date: Jul 06, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Brooksbank lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Brooksbank chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Brooksbank throws the left hand but Del Bosque avoids the punch easily.
Del Bosque throwing a counter right hand but Brooksbank manages to avoid it.
Brooksbank throws a lazy right hand but Del Bosque sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice shot by Del Bosque.
Brooksbank misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Del Bosque tries to land a front kick but Brooksbank steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Severo Del Bosque seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brooksbank takes one to the side of the head.
Del Bosque lands a jab.
Del Bosque lands with a kick to the ribs.
Del Bosque throws a jab when Brooksbank was well out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Brooksbank just misses with a punch to the body.
Brooksbank takes a swing at Del Bosque's ribcage but misses.
Brooksbank looks to land a combination but Del Bosque avoids it well.
Brooksbank lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Del Bosque circles away quickly and effectively.#CL2#
Brooksbank rushes Del Bosque and presses him up against the cage.#T1#
Del Bosque lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Del Bosque misses with an elbow over the top.
Del Bosque lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Del Bosque makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Del Bosque throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#BC2#
Brooksbank's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Brooksbank moves in looking to clinch but Del Bosque pushes him off.
An attempted straight right counter from Del Bosque misses the target.
Del Bosque throws a quick inside leg kick.
Brooksbank misses with a body kick.
Del Bosque throwing a counter right hand but Brooksbank manages to avoid it.
Brooksbank throws a head kick but Del Bosque moves out of range.
Brooksbank works over Del Bosque's head and body with a nice combination.
Brooksbank uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Del Bosque.
Del Bosque misses with a combination #TD2#
so Brooksbank counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Brooksbank has gone for a leg lock! Del Bosque slips out almost immediately though and dives into Brooksbank's guard.#REVR#
Del Bosque trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Brooksbank controls Del Bosque momentarily but Del Bosque frees himself.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Brooksbank keeping full guard, as Del Bosque tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Brooksbank working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Del Bosque has passed into half guard!
Del Bosque controlling the action here. #T3#
Brooksbank wants to get back to full guard but Del Bosque has passed into side control.
Brooksbank is looking to reverse the position.
Del Bosque working away.#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.
Brooksbank looks to move to half guard but instead Del Bosque has passed into mount! Damn!
Del Bosque controlling the position easily from mount.
Del Bosque is trying to take his opponent's back.
Brooksbank wants to hold on but Del Bosque pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Severo Del Bosque will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Del Bosque slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#ROC#Brooksbank is still looking wobbly from the end of the last round!
Del Bosque ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Brooksbank's jaw. Brooksbank's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Del Bosque does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Severo Del Bosque!
Severo Del Bosque took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.

Event: PF26 Savitaipale v Zemin
Date: Jun 27, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ungar throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Brooksbank counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Ungar trying to keep a closed guard but Brooksbank is proving a slippery customer.
Ungar is pulling down on Brooksbank's head. It's preventing any offense from Brooksbank, at least for the moment.
Ungar is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ungar pulls Brooksbank in close to his closed guard and prevents Brooksbank from doing any damage or advancing position.#T1#
Ungar is trying to keep Brooksbank in close.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#SUB2#
Brooksbank avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ungar holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Barnabas Ungar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brooksbank slips under a jab.
Brooksbank has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
The fighters circle momentarily. Brooksbank darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Brooksbank takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Brooksbank checks a leg kick.
Ungar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Brooksbank lands a glancing blow to the side of Ungar's head.
Ungar misses with a straight right.
Brooksbank feinted with a counter takedown.#TD#
Brooksbank is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Ungar's half guard.
Ungar won't allow Brooksbank to pass to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brooksbank is trying to control. Ungar wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ungar is looking to control Brooksbank's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ungar avoid being mounted?
Ungar keeping control of the position.
Brooksbank is keen to just control but Ungar is a slippery customer.#T3#
Ungar is concentrating on defense, preventing Brooksbank from advancing position. #SUB#
Brooksbank is looking for a kimura but Ungar is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Brooksbank to get the leverage.
Ungar wants to improve his position but Brooksbank is controlling well.
Ungar is looking to get back to full guard here but Brooksbank has managed to pass to side control instead.
Ungar isn't going anywhere.
Ungar regains half guard.
Ungar keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Brooksbank is pressing down on Ungar's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ungar is holding on for now.
Ungar trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Ungar is looking to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ungar tries to hold on but Brooksbank postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dave Brooksbank dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Brooksbank scores with a head kick. Ungar tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Brooksbank walks into a stiff left hand from Ungar.
Ungar misses with a body shot #CL#
and Brooksbank counters by moving into the clinch.
Ungar keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Brooksbank's efforts to push away.
Brooksbank is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ungar can do to turn this around?
Brooksbank fails to pull guard.
Brooksbank tries to pull guard but Ungar forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Ungar scores with a shoulder strike.
Ungar throws a head punch that misses.
Brooksbank fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Brooksbank. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Brooksbank tries to pull guard but Ungar holds him up against the cage and eventually Brooksbank drops back down to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ungar tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ungar misses with some punches.
Ungar swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Brooksbank leaning his opponent against the cage.#T1#
Brooksbank tries to pull guard but Ungar forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Brooksbank is trying to pull guard but Ungar has him pressed against the cage.
Brooksbank blocking some punches.
Brooksbank fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Ungar leaning his opponent against the cage.
Brooksbank tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Ungar smiles and moves away.
Brooksbank throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Brooksbank swats away the attempt to clinch by Ungar.
Ungar goes for a double leg but Brooksbank avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Brooksbank continues to drive forward.
Brooksbank looks to land a body kick but Ungar moved away.
Ungar's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Brooksbank connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ungar scrambles back to his feet.
A cross from Ungar lands.#T2#
Brooksbank gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Ungar gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Barnabas Ungar!
A very excited looking Barnabas Ungar rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: PF15 Clarks v Snoats
Date: May 23, 2020

#R1#
Some bone on bone action there as Brooksbank checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Brooksbank with the counter takedown but Boxer avoids it easily.
Boxer feints and then cracks Brooksbank's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Brooksbank down.
Brooksbank swings for the body but Boxer moves out of range.
Boxer misses with a straight left.
Nice body kick there by Brooksbank.
Some bone on bone action there as Brooksbank checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Brooksbank tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Brooksbank takes a swing at Boxer's ribcage but misses.
An inside leg kick from Boxer misses.
Boxer on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Boxer attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Boxer lands with a slapping head kick.
Brooksbank displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boxer throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Boxer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Brooksbank with the counter takedown but Boxer avoids it easily.
A swing and a miss from Brooksbank.
Boxer checks a leg kick nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boxer loads up on a big right hand but Brooksbank slips the punch.#T1#
A big right from Boxer misses.
Brooksbank ducks under a wild hook from Boxer.
Boxer tries to work over Brooksbank's front leg with a kick but Brooksbank checks it.
Brooksbank misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Brooksbank throws a head kick but Boxer moves out of range.
Brooksbank throws a right and a left that Boxer avoids nicely.
Brooksbank pivots, looking for a leg kick but Boxer is out of range and Brooksbank settles back down.
Boxer swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A big right from Boxer misses.
No luck for Brooksbank with that takedown attempt.
Thai Boxer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Whack! Boxer lands a heavy head kick that drops Brooksbank. The ref tackles Boxer to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because Brooksbank was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Thai Boxer!
A relieved looking Thai Boxer thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: PF10 Savitaipale v Kenway
Date: May 09, 2020

#R1#
Starman defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Brooksbank.
Brooksbank shoots in for a takedown but Starman shows good takedown defense.
Starman fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Starman scores with a decent looking hook.
Starman misses the jab.#CL#
Starman darts in and clinches Brooksbank up against the cage.#BC#
Starman breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Brooksbank takes the fight into the clinch.
Brooksbank tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Starman just stands there and leans against the cage.
John Starman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Brooksbank.#BC#
Starman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Starman rushes Brooksbank and presses him up against the cage.
Starman throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Brooksbanks head.
I was talking to Starman's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Brooksbank tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Brooksbank stalling in the clinch but Starman improves position. #TD#
Starman works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Brooksbank trying to control the position. #T1#
Brooksbank bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Starman's guard. #REVB#
Starman keeping moving, preventing Brooksbank from controlling successfully.
Brooksbank postures up.
Brooksbank looking to pass the guard.
Starman managing to control the position. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Starman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Brooksbank looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Starman wants to sweep but no luck.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T3#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Brooksbank accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brooksbank wants to pass the guard but Starman is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nice body punch from Starman.
Starman throws out a powerful jab.
John Starman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Starman cracks a nice hook into Brooksbank's ribs.
Nice body punch from Starman. #TD#
Brooksbank gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Starman throws a big elbow that misses.
Starman wants to control from the top but Brooksbank keeps moving. #T4##SUB2#
Starman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Brooksbank has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Starman has managed to get both his arms back between Brooksbank's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Brooksbank is looking for a triangle but Starman pushes his legs off easily.
Starman postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Starman controls from within his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brooksbank controlling the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Brooksbank has an active guard here but Starman has managed to pass into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

John Starman dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Brooksbank gets a takedown into half guard.
Starman is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Brooksbank's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Brooksbank's back!
Brooksbank rolls, trying to escape but Starman keeps control of the position.
Starman scores with strikes from the back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Starman has the hooks in. Brooksbank is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Starman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Brooksbank can do to turn this around?
A lull in the action here. #T1#
Starman just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Brooksbank covering up well under a series of strikes from Starman.
Starman thows a strike but Brooksbank uses the opportunity to reverse the position! Great move by Brooksbank as he ends up in Starman 's guard!
Starman looking for a sweep. Not yet Starman, not yet.
Brooksbank loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Starman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Brooksbank trying to control but Starman is working from the bottom. #T2#
Brooksbank won't allow Starman to sweep him here.
John Starman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Brooksbank looking to pass the guard.
Starman managing to control the position.
Starman working a defensive guard here. #T3#
Starman looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Brooksbank tries to bum rush Starman with a series of wild strikes but Starman uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Brooksbank moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Starman throws a right and a left that both miss.
Brooksbank misses with a double jab.
Starman moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T4#
Brooksbank tries to close the distance and clinch up but Starman swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Starman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#TD2#
Brooksbank looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Brooksbank trying to control but Starman is working from the bottom.
Starman tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Starman lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brooksbank keeping moving, preventing Starman from controlling successfully.
Starman lands a couple of elbows.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Dave Brooksbank will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Starman misses with a straight left.
Starman lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #ROC#
Brooksbank is rocked!#CL#
Starman moves into the clinch.
Brooksbank is still on wobbly legs! Can Starman finish him?#BC#
Starman breaks from the clinch. #TD#
Starman closes the distance looking for a takedown. Starman picks Brooksbank up and slams him brutally to the floor. Brooksbank is out! He's out cold! Wow, you don't see a finish like that every day!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Slam). John Starman!
John Starman decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: PF5 Nti v Coco
Date: Apr 18, 2020

#R1#
Kenway throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Brooksbank swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kenway throwing a counter right hand but Brooksbank manages to avoid it.
Brooksbank doesn't manage to clinch there - Kenway circles away.
We've been informed that Brooksbank has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Brooksbank lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Brooksbank throws a head kick that Kenway semi-blocks.
Kenway slips a jab and a cross from Brooksbank.
Horrible takedown attempt by Brooksbank or perhaps it was just good defense by Kenway, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank ducks right into an uppercut from Kenway.
Brooksbank fails to land with a series of punches.
Nice uppercut there from Kenway.
Edward Kenway is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Brooksbank lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Brooksbank misses the body punch
and Kenway counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kenway lands a big head kick that sends Brooksbank to the canvas! Kenway follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!

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

Event: PF2 Nti v Nikil Jr
Date: Apr 04, 2020

#R1#
Brooksbank misses with a kick to the body. #TD#
Brooksbank bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#ES2#
Hussain throws Brooksbank to one side and escapes!#CL2#
Hussain gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Hussain's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hussain has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Hussain scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Brooksbank doesn't seem bothered though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Both fighters circling a little - Brooksbank finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #CL2#
Hussain instigates a clinch. #TD#
Brooksbank pulls guard effortlessly.
Hussain wants to get up but he can't break Brooksbank's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Brooksbank throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hussain has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Brooksbank is proving hard to escape from.
Hussain wants to stand and escape but instead Brooksbank has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR##T1#
Hussain keeping full guard, as Brooksbank tries to pass.
Brooksbank won't allow Hussain to get back to his feet.
Hussain keeping full guard, as Brooksbank tries to pass.
Hussain wants to stand and escape but Brooksbank is having none of it.
Hussain is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Brooksbank dives into side control.
Brooksbank has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Hussain!#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Brooksbank trying to control but Hussain is having none of it.
Hussain is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
We've been hearing good reports from Brooksbank'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.
Brooksbank sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Brooksbank trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hussain really wants to buck Brooksbank off and get back to his feet. #T3#
Hussain is trying to stand but he's just given Brooksbank his back.#SUB#
Brooksbank is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Hussain knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Hussain for a finish.
Hussain is trying to get back to his feet but Brooksbank has full control of the position and if anything, Hussain has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Brooksbank trying to control.#T4##SUB#
Brooksbank is looking for the choke from the back position but Hussain is controlling his hands well. #ES2#
Hussain is trying escape back to his feet. He turns into his opponent's guard and eventually finds his way back to his feet.
A combination from Brooksbank does no damage.
Emre Hussain is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hussain defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Brooksbank.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hussain! But no joy.
Brooksbank misses with a head kick.
Hussain changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Brooksbank pushes Hussain up against the cage in a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Hussain breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Brooksbank slips under a jab.
Emre Hussain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brooksbank moves out of range of the body kick.
Brooksbank circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nice defenses there by Brooksbank.
Hussain throws a hook but Brooksbank avoids it easily.
Nice jab there from Hussain.
Hussain fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hussain wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
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 Dave Brooksbank will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Hussain takes a jab right on the kisser.
Brooksbank fails with an attempt to clinch.
A jab from Hussain misses.
Brooksbank attempts a counter takedown but Hussain avoids it well and moves away.
Brooksbank takes a swing at Hussain's ribcage but misses.
Brooksbank darts in looking for a takedown but Hussain gets double underhooks and turns Brooksbank into the cage.
Nice uppercut lands for Hussain. That snapped Brooksbank's head back.
Hussain avoids the body shot from Brooksbank.
Hussain leaves Brooksbank with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hussain is looking to clinch.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Hussain.
Hussain tries to clinch but Brooksbank is having none of it.
Hussain doesn't manage to clinch there - Brooksbank circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hussain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Brooksbank walks into a left hand. #CL2#
Hussain takes the fight into the clinch.
Brooksbank fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Brooksbank. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Hussain managing to block the knees to the body from Brooksbank.
Hussain is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC2#
Hussain manages to break the clinch.
Brooksbank tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hussain defends well and Brooksbank ends up having to push Hussain into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Brooksbank ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hussain moves away.
Brooksbank throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hussain scores with a nice body kick.
A swing and a miss from Brooksbank.#CL2#
Hussain moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Hussain breaks from the clinch.
Brooksbank tries a head kick but it misses.
Hussain smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Dave Brooksbank is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hussain looks to land a right hand but Brooksbank moved out of range.
Brooksbank tries to counter with a takedown but Hussain is quick to defend against it.
Hussain smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Brooksbank keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hussain.#CL2#
Hussain rushes Brooksbank and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Brooksbank pulls guard successfully.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Brooksbank working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hussain doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hussain manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2##SUB#
Brooksbank is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hussain wanted to stand there but Brooksbank had control of the position. #SUB#
Brooksbank had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hussain defends it easily.
Hussain tries to stand but Brooksbank is controlling from the bottom.
Hussain preventing the sweep. #SU2#
Hussain stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T3##TD#
Brooksbank shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Brooksbank was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#ES2#
Hussain throws Brooksbank to one side and escapes!
Hussain checks a low kick from Brooksbank.
Hussain throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Hussain tries to clinch there but Brooksbank circles away.
Hussain with a nice cross.
Brooksbank shoots in looking for a takedown. Hussain tries to sprawl out of it but Brooksbank keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hussain manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL2#
Hussain closes the distance and pushes Brooksbank back into the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Hussain manages to break the clinch.
Hussain lands with an overhand left.
Hussain throws out a loose jab but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Hussain tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hussain lands the left hand.
Brooksbank moves away from the strike by Hussain.
Brooksbank tries to counter with a takedown but Hussain is quick to defend against it.
Hussain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Brooksbank.
Hussain has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hussain misses with a left hand #TD#
and Brooksbank counters with a nice double leg into side control. Hussain won't be happy with that.
Hussain bucks up and tries to throw Brooksbank off but instead Brooksbank has got his back!
Dave Brooksbank overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hussain is keeping busy.
Hussain is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emre Hussain showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Hussain rushes Brooksbank and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Hussain is trying to break the clinch but Brooksbank has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Brooksbank escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Brooksbank just misses with a punch to the body.
Hussain will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Hussain throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL2#
Hussain closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Brooksbank is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hussain to keep the fight standing.#TD#
Brooksbank has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Hussain uses from the top position. #SUB#
Brooksbank is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hussain is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Brooksbank is working an open guard so Hussain takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD#
Brooksbank gets a double leg takedown into Hussain's guard.
Hussain is wriggling around but Brooksbank manages to pass to half guard. #REVB#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hussain pushes Brooksbank off looking to stand but Brooksbank dives back in and keeps control. #T1#
Brooksbank wants to pass the guard but Hussain is defending well.
Brooksbank passes the guard and advances to mount!
Brooksbank with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Hussain is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Brooksbank wants to control the pace but Hussain is squirming around nicely.
Hussain is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet. #T2#
Brooksbank trying to control but he's not successful this time.
You get the feeling that Hussain really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Brooksbank wants to control the pace but Hussain is squirming around nicely.
Brooksbank is trying to take his opponent's back. #T3#
Hussain is trying to stand but he's just given Brooksbank his back.
Hussain trying to get back to his feet but Brooksbank is in full control for now.
I would not like to be Hussain right now.
Hussain is trying to stand back up. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#ES2#
Hussain manages to escape to his feet.
Hussain keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Hussain misses with a looping right.
Hussain scores with a nice strike.
Hussain tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Brooksbank was well out of range. Poor timing from Hussain.#CL2#
Hussain clinches up with Brooksbank and pushes him back against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Hussain's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Brooksbank tries to pull guard but Hussain forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Brooksbank. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hussain is trying to break the clinch but Brooksbank has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Brooksbank breaks from the clinch.
Brooksbank walks into a stiff left hand from Hussain.
Hussain throws a jab when Brooksbank was well out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Dave Brooksbank.
I think Brooksbank 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 29:29

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

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 16, 2020

#R1#
Brooksbank misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jäger lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jäger has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Brooksbank looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Brooksbank throws a head kick that misses.
Brooksbank takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jäger connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Brooksbank momentarily.
Jäger loads up on a big right hand but Brooksbank slips the punch.
Brooksbank takes one on the button.#ROC#
Brooksbank is rocked!
Brooksbank leaves his chin hanging out and Jäger seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Brooksbank crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Fallschirm Jäger!
A very excited looking Fallschirm Jäger rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: WCKD - 7 -Valentines Massa
Date: Feb 14, 2020

#R1#
Brooksbank takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Brooksbank throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Brooksbank takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Boss takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Boss scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Brooksbank doesn't seem bothered though.
Brooksbank takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Boss fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Brooksbank is out of range.
Brooksbank takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Boss drops Brooksbank with a naaaaasty hook - Brooksbank is in real trouble here! Boss dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Like Boss!
A relieved looking Like Boss thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: WCKD - 3 -
Date: Jan 18, 2020

#R1#
Brooksbank scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Shark misses with a head kick.
Shark lands with a slapping head kick. #TD#
Brooksbank 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.
Brooksbank stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Shark swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Shark looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Brooksbank trying to control but Shark is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brooksbank advances to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shark pushes Brooksbank off looking to stand but Brooksbank dives back in and keeps control.
Shark really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Brooksbank. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Shark wants to get back to his feet.
Shark is trying to escape back to his feet but Brooksbank uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Shark is trying to buck Brooksbank off.#T1#
Brooksbank wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shark keeps working.
Shark is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Brooksbank is controlling him well.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Brooksbank changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Shark tries to avoid it but Brooksbank manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Shark to the ground. Shark escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
An inside leg kick from Brooksbank misses.
Shark swings for the body but Brooksbank moves out of range. #KD2#
Shark connects with a vicious head kick that knocks Brooksbank to the floor! Shark dives in looking for the finish!#ROC2#
Brooksbank is rocked!#T2##SU2#
Shark stands up from half guard.
Oh Brooksbank is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A big right followed by a crushing left from Shark knocks Brooksbank out cold! Ouch - that one's going to be featured in highlight reels for years to come!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Power Shark!
During a confident post fight interview, Power Shark thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 06, 2019

#R1#
Minarsich throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Brooksbank counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Minarsich can't keep his opponent in guard - Brooksbank advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Brooksbank content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Minarsich wants to improve his position but Brooksbank is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Brooksbank is working for a kimura but Minarsich is defending it quite comfortably.
Brooksbank trying to mount his opponent but Minarsich defends it. #T1##SUB#
Brooksbank wants to work for an arm triangle but Minarsich is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Minarsich looking for a kimura from the bottom but Brooksbank passes into side control!
Brooksbank content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #SUB#
Brooksbank tries for a kimura but Minarsich is defending well. #T2##SUB#
Brooksbank working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
You can see the frustration on Minarsich's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Brooksbank works to advance to full mount. Minarsich defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brooksbank takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T3#
Minarsich really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Brooksbank takes Minarsich's back.
I would not like to be Minarsich right now.
Brooksbank has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Brooksbank seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Minarsich for as long as he can get away with.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Brooksbank is not going to allow Minarsich to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Brooksbank is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Minarsich won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Brooksbank off his unconscious opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dave Brooksbank!
During a confident post fight interview, Dave Brooksbank thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: RH101
Date: Oct 23, 2019

#R1#
Brooksbank tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Mancini cracks Brooksbank with an open hand slap.
Brooksbank throws a quick inside leg kick.
Brooksbank moves in looking to clinch but Mancini pushes him off.
Mancini throws the left hand but Brooksbank avoids the punch easily.
Mancini swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Brooksbank takes a swing at Mancini's ribcage but misses.
Mancini lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Brooksbank tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Mancini makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Mancini really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#CL#
Mancini has Brooksbank up against the ropes in a clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Mancini swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mancini tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Brooksbank stalling in the clinch but Mancini improves position. #T1##BC2#
Brooksbank pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Mancini has a couple of punches blocked by Brooksbank.
We've been informed that Brooksbank has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Mancini is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Brooksbank wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Mancini.
Mancini scores with a shoulder strike.
Mancini lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Brooksbank.#BC2#
Brooksbank escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Brooksbank lands a right hook to the body.
Brooksbank staggers Mancini with a jab and knocks him down with a follow up straight! Mancini looks in trouble, will he beat the count?! The count has reached 5 and he's only back to 1 knee - it's going to be close! 6,7,8 - he's up! No! He's back down again! 9...10 - he's can't beat the count and Brooksbank is victorious!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Dave Brooksbank!
After winning the bout, Dave Brooksbank thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: RH93
Date: Oct 02, 2019

#R1#
A head kick by Brooksbank misses
and John counters with a right hand to the body.
John lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Brooksbank throws a half hearted mid kick.
Brooksbank keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Brooksbank rushes John and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
John connects with a nasty looking knee right to Brooksbank's face.
Brooksbank looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Brooksbank blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#BC2#
Brooksbank breaks from the clinch.
Brooksbank throws a head kick that misses.
John wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Brooksbank misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Brooksbank throws a head kick that misses.
John tried to counter with a leg kick but Brooksbank avoided it.#CL#
John closes the distance and clinches.
Brooksbank is trying to stall.
John landing knees to the body. #T1#
John stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
John lands a knee to the body.
Brooksbank looks winded!
John gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
John connects with a knee to the head.
John misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Brooksbank breaks the clinch.
Brooksbank throws a combination but it was largely blocked by John.
John with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL2#
Brooksbank clinches.
John lands a body punch in the clinch.
John with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Brooksbank looking to stall.
John with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from John.
John lands an elbow inside that Brooksbank shrugs off. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
John throws a knee to the head but misses.
John doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Brooksbank is trying to force a seperation but John has the dominant position.
Brooksbank tried to land a shot to the body but connects with John's elbow.
Brooksbank blocks an uppercut.
John misses with a hook to the ribs.
Brooksbank wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but John has him pressed against the ropes.
John throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Brooksbank blocks it with crossed arms.
John connects with a nasty looking knee right to Brooksbank's face. #BC2#
Brooksbank's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
John tries to close the distance and clinch up but Brooksbank swats him away and circles back towards the center.
An inside leg kick lands from John.
John tries to clinch but Brooksbank moves out of range.
John chopping away at his opponent's legs. #CL#
John gets a clinch.
John throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #T3#
John throws a knee to the head but misses. #BC2#
Brooksbank manages to break the clinch. #CL#
John has Brooksbank up against the ropes in a clinch.
John scores a nice knee to the body.
John avoiding damage.
John using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Brooksbank has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Brooksbank tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
John throws an elbow but it misses.
John works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Brooksbank is trying to push John away but John has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
A right hook to the body lands for John.
Brooksbank being controlled against the ropes.#BC2#
Brooksbank breaks from the clinch.
Brooksbank has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.#T4##CL#
John takes the fight into the clinch.
John tries to work over Brooksbank's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
John lands a nice knee to the body.
Brooksbank is looking to break free of the clinch but John has double underhooks.
John prevents Brooksbank from breaking the clinch.
John lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #ROC#
Brooksbank is rocked!
John creates a bit of space and fires a knee right up the middle, almost lifting Brooksbank off his feet and sending him crashing to the canvas! Brooksbank is trying to get back to his feet but his equilibrium is completely gone! The referee has called it off! This fight is over! John is jumping up and down like a mad man, celebrating with his cornermen.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee). Papa John!

Event: RH85
Date: Sep 14, 2019

#R1#
Brooksbank scores with a jab to the body.
A punch combination from Smoochie Wallace misses.
Brooksbank connects with an inside leg kick.
Smoochie Wallace throws a body shot but no joy.
Smoochie Wallace avoids the head kick by Brooksbank.
Smoochie Wallace throws out a loose jab but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Smoochie Wallace looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Brooksbank, right into the meat.
Smoochie Wallace avoids the head kick by Brooksbank.
Brooksbank's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Brooksbank duly obliges.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Brooksbank.
Smoochie Wallace pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Smoochie Wallace fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Brooksbank manages to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Brooksbank takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
We've been hearing reports that Brooksbank has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Smoochie Wallace throws a head kick that misses.
Brooksbank pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T1#
Smoochie Wallace scores with a hook.
Brooksbank tries to clinch up but Smoochie Wallace circles away and keeps his distance.
Smoochie Wallace misses with a low kick.
Brooksbank wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Brooksbank stalks Smoochie Wallace and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Smoochie Wallace's face. Smoochie Wallace staggers backwards, shaken.
Smoochie Wallace takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #ROC#
Smoochie Wallace is rocked!
Brooksbank digs a good body shot into Smoochie Wallace's ribs.
Smoochie Wallace is still on wobbly legs! Can Brooksbank finish him?
Smoochie Wallace looks to throw a body kick
and before Smoochie Wallace has any time to reset, Brooksbank cracks him with a big right hand that drops him face first to the canvas! He's hurt! I don't think he's going to get back up from that one! He's trying but he's doing the chicken dance and has face planted into to ropes, causing the referee to bring this fight to an end! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Dave Brooksbank!
Our winner, Dave Brooksbank, 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: RH68
Date: Aug 14, 2019

#R1#
Fighter moves in looking to clinch but Brooksbank pushes him off.
It looked like Brooksbank was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Fighter doesn't manage to clinch there - Brooksbank circles away. #CL2#
Fighter moves into range and clinches up with Brooksbank.#BC#
Brooksbank breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Brooksbank misses the jab.
Brooksbank has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#CL2#
Fighter gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Brooksbank escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Brooksbank keeps the fight on the outside.
Fighter wants to clinch up but Brooksbank keeps it at a distance.
Fighter's coach down at Kaptajnernes Træningscenter was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Fighter's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Brooksbank swings for the body but Fighter moves out of range.
Brooksbank misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Brooksbank fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Brooksbank misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fighter wants to clinch up but Brooksbank keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Fighter clinches up with Brooksbank and pushes him back against the ropes.#BC#
Brooksbank's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Fighter darts in and clinches Brooksbank up against the ropes.#BC#
Brooksbank breaks the clinch.
Fighter takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Fighter has taken the fight to the clinch. #T1#
Fighter scores with a nice hook to the head.
Fighter working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short left from Fighter.
Fighter tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fighter swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Brooksbank is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Fighter is keeping busy.#BC#
Brooksbank breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Fighter closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Brooksbank breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Fighter darts in trying to clinch
and Brooksbank counters with a lovely shot to the body.#CL#
Brooksbank forces Fighter back against the ropes and clinches.
Brooksbank blocking some punches. #BC#
Brooksbank breaks from the clinch.
Brooksbank keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Fighter has managed to clinch. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
Fighter misses with the head strike.
Fighter lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Fighter lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fighter throws a punch but it's blocked by Brooksbank.
Fighter on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Brooksbank blocks an uppercut.
Fighter scores with an uppercut up the middle.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Fighter creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Brooksbank lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC#
Brooksbank breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fighter tries to clinch but Brooksbank is having none of it.
Fighter tries to clinch but Brooksbank moves out of range.
Brooksbank seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Brooksbank misses with a kick to the body.
Fighter moves in looking to clinch but Brooksbank pushes him off.
Brooksbank throws a push kick but Fighter slaps the foot to one side. #CL2#
Fighter closes the distance and clinches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Nameless Fighter will probably get the nod.
That's time! Brooksbank's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Sloppy strikes from Brooksbank. Those never looked like landing.
Fighter moves in looking to clinch but Brooksbank pushes him off.
Fighter tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Brooksbank paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Brooksbank seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A head kick misses from Brooksbank.
Brooksbank avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nameless Fighter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fighter tries to close the distance and clinch but Brooksbank swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Fighter rushes Brooksbank and presses him up against the ropes.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fighter.
Fighter swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brooksbank blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fighter lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #ROC2#
Brooksbank is rocked!
Fighter swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oh Brooksbank is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fighter misses with some punches.
Brooksbank blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fighter misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fighter misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fighter misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Fighter fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fighter.
Fighter misses with some punches.
Brooksbank blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Brooksbank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fighter has a couple of punches blocked by Brooksbank.
Fighter swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fighter working aggressively here. #T1#
Brooksbank blocks an uppercut.
Brooksbank blocks an uppercut.
Fighter throws a head punch that misses.
Brooksbank blocking some punches.
Nameless Fighter seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Fighter has a couple of punches blocked by Brooksbank.
Brooksbank blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Brooksbank blocks an uppercut.
Brooksbank seems to have got his legs back now.#BC#
Brooksbank's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Brooksbank avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Brooksbank looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Brooksbank thuds a left hand into Fighter's body.
Brooksbank pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Brooksbank shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Fighter throws a counter combo.#CL2#
Fighter clinches.
Fighter swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Brooksbank escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Fighter tries to clinch up.
It looked like Brooksbank was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Fighter.
Brooksbank tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
Fighter forces Brooksbank back against the ropes and clinches.#BC#
Brooksbank manages to break the clinch.
Fighter wants to clinch up but Brooksbank keeps it at a distance.
Brooksbank looks to land a combination but Fighter avoids it well.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Fighter moves into the clinch successfully. #T2#
Brooksbank blocking some punches. #BC#
Brooksbank's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Brooksbank jabs Fighter right on the nose. Fighter blinks but takes it well.
Brooksbank moves into range and connects with a jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Fighter looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Brooksbank wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Brooksbank throws a right hand that Fighter ducks under and follows up with a left that Fighter also avoids with ease.
Fighter blocks a head kick by Brooksbank. #CL2#
Fighter closes the distance and pushes Brooksbank back into the ropes.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Fighter misses with the head strike. #BC#
Brooksbank breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Fighter looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Fighter tries to clinch but Brooksbank is having none of it. #CL2#
Fighter has taken the fight to the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Brooksbank breaks the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Nameless Fighter will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Brooksbank gets tackled into the ropes by Fighter. Fighter maintains the clinch. #BC#
Brooksbank escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Fighter moves into the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Fighter fails to land.
Fighter has a couple of punches blocked by Brooksbank.
Fighter lands with a left to the head.
Fighter creates a bit of space for himself and unleashed what can only be described as a tiger uppercut, straight out of Street Fighter! Brooksbank crashes to the mat! Can he make it back to his feet in time? 3,4,5,6... it doesn't look like he's going to make it! Brooksbank face plants back to the mat and the referee calls off the fight! Fighter takes it with a brutal technical knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Nameless Fighter!
Nameless Fighter took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 11, 2019

#R1#
Brooksbank takes one to the chin there.
Brooksbank shoots and misses #TD#
and Malingo counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Malingo is keen to just control but Brooksbank is a slippery customer.
Brooksbank regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Brooksbank is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Malingo is looking to advance position but Brooksbank has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Malingo tries to hold on but Brooksbank pushes him away.
Brooksbank can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Malingo is looking to escape.
Malingo is trying desperately to improve position.#T1#
Brooksbank tries to control but Malingo wriggling away.
Brooksbank controlling from the full mount.
It looks like Brooksbank might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Brooksbank moves to the back. #SUB2#
Brooksbank has got one arm under Malingo's chin. This could be trouble... Malingo trying to control the other hand but Brooksbank gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Malingo has tapped out! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dave Brooksbank!
A very excited looking Dave Brooksbank made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 06, 2019

#R1##TD2#
Brooksbank changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Stark looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB2#
Brooksbank is trying to get an arm triangle but Stark is defending well.
Brooksbank controlling the position. #SUB2#
Brooksbank tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Stark wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
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. #SUB2#
Brooksbank has hold of Stark's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Stark tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Brooksbank cranks the arm and Stark screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Stark, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Dave Brooksbank!
A victorious Dave Brooksbank thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: AEW 12
Date: Jun 29, 2019

#R1#
Blixt bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Brooksbank misses with a few strikes there.
Brooksbank misses with a few strikes there.
Brooksbank tries a head kick but it misses.
Brooksbank misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Blixt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Brooksbank throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Brooksbank throws a leg kick but Blixt moved away.
Brooksbank takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Blixt lands with an uppercut that bounces Brooksbank off the cage and back into range.
Brooksbank lands with a hook. Blixt tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Brooksbank looks to score with a jab to the body but Blixt is just out of range.#TD2#
Brooksbank looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Blixt!
Blixt tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Brooksbank goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Blixt turns into him and now he's in Brooksbank's guard. #T1#
Blixt sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Brooksbank looking for a guillotine here but Blixt defends easily.
Blixt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Blixt is working hard here to advance position.
Brooksbank working a defensive guard but Blixt manages to pass into side control anyway.
Brooksbank is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Brooksbank can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
Brooksbank gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Brooksbank is squirming around, avoiding Blixt's attempts to control the action.
Blixt tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Brooksbank is trying to escape the mount. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Brooksbank is still trying to improve position.
Blixt looking to control and managing it successfully.
Brooksbank tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Blixt content just to control the position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brooksbank 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.
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 Widar Blixt will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Blixt misses with an uppercut.
Brooksbank is looking for the big counter here.
Brooksbank misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Blixt misses with a wild body shot.
Brooksbank throws a nice looking combination but Blixt bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A head kick misses from Blixt.
Brooksbank tries a head kick but it misses.
Blixt throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Brooksbank fails to land with a series of punches. #CL#
Blixt has taken the fight to the clinch.
Blixt fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank jumps guard but Blixt stands there with Brooksbank around his waist. Brooksbank gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Brooksbank can't find room to land a body shot as Blixt controls the action.
Blixt will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Brooksbank up against the cage.
Blixt avoiding damage.
Blixt seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.#T1#
Brooksbank goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Brooksbank jumps guard but Blixt stands there with Brooksbank around his waist. Brooksbank gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Blixt controlling the action here for a moment.
Blixt lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC#
Blixt breaks the clinch.
Blixt misses with an uppercut.
A low kick from Brooksbank is predictable there
and Blixt cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Brooksbank finds himself stumbling back on wobbly legs after being clipped by a right hand. He's up against the cage, ducking and weaving under Blixt's strikes but an uppercut finds it's way through and Brooksbank falls! - He's completely out of it and the ref jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Widar Blixt!
In his post fight interview, Widar Blixt started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: AEW 6
Date: Jun 08, 2019

#R1#
A decent looking cross lands there for McNugget.
Brooksbank tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McNugget pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Brooksbank back to the cage. McNugget follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
McNugget lands with a slapping head kick. #ROC2#
Brooksbank is rocked!
Brooksbank glances at the clock... BAM! McNugget nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Brooksbank crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Brooksbank is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Conour McNugget!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Conour McNugget made sure he mentioned Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: Peak - Kings will Rise
Date: Mar 30, 2019

#R1#
Brooksbank misses with a kick to the body
and Bianchi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bianchi lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Brooksbank takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Brooksbank scores with a jab to the body.
Bianchi connects with a body shot that sends Brooksbank's belly button to the back.
Brooksbank throws a head kick but Bianchi moves out of range.
Brooksbank wants to clinch
and Bianchi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Brooksbank shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bianchi as he avoids it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Bianchi misses the target.
Bianchi moves out of range as Brooksbank throws a body kick.
A head kick misses from Brooksbank.
Brooksbank swings for the body but Bianchi moves out of range.
Brooksbank throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bianchi counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC#
Brooksbank is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bianchi knocks out Brooksbank with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Bianchi before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Bianchi picks up the big W with a huge KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bobby Bianchi!
A very excited looking Bobby Bianchi made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: EMP OWF Bunyasarn v Paddington
Date: Feb 09, 2019

#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Darwin misses the target.
Brooksbank shoots in looking for a takedown but Darwin manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Brooksbank's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
It looked like Darwin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Darwin, as that shot connected.
Darwin rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Brooksbank counters with a nice double leg into side control. Darwin won't be happy with that.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Darwin is looking to regain half guard here but Brooksbank keeps moving and retains side control.
Brooksbank wants to control but Darwin is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Darwin has one of Brooksbank's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
Darwin is not content to let Brooksbank control the position. #T1#
Darwin struggling a bit here.
Darwin wants to get back to his feet but Brooksbank drags him back down.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Darwin's coaches at Total Impact MMA/KT 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.
Darwin looks to move to half guard but instead Brooksbank has passed into mount! Damn!#SUB2#
Brooksbank goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Darwin is on top in guard. #T2##SUB2#
Brooksbank has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Darwin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Brooksbank escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Darwin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Brooksbank looking for a guillotine here but Darwin defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Darwin has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Brooksbank is proving hard to escape from.
Darwin 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.
Darwin has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Brooksbank is proving hard to escape from. #T3#
Darwin wants to stand and escape but instead Brooksbank has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Darwin wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Darwin looking to control.
Darwin working a defensive guard but Brooksbank passes into half guard.
Darwin keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Darwin is trying to stand up here but Brooksbank is controlling him well. #T4#
Brooksbank wants to control but Darwin is keeping him busy.
Brooksbank stops Darwin from getting back to his feet.
Darwin slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Brooksbank trying to control the position from guard on top but Darwin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brooksbank trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brooksbank passes Darwin's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Brooksbank is trying to control. Darwin wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Dave Brooksbank will probably get the nod.
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#
Darwin throws a looping overhand right but Brooksbank ducks down to avoid it.
Brooksbank misses with a body kick.
Darwin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Brooksbank shoots in and drives through. Darwin sprawls well.
Darwin throws a jab when Brooksbank was well out of range.
Brooksbank pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Darwin misses the jab.
Darwin misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Brooksbank is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Brooksbank feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Darwins jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Darwin misses with a combination #TD2#
and Brooksbank counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Darwin is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Brooksbank dives into side control. #REVR#
Darwin is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T1#
Darwin struggling a bit here.
Dave Brooksbank has got the better of the ground game so far.
Brooksbank tries to move to mount but Darwin blocks the move with his legs.
Darwin is trying to control Brooksbank's posture but Brooksbank avoids it. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Darwin is looking for a sweep.
Darwin sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Brooksbank is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Darwin is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Brooksbank jumps into side control!#T3#
Brooksbank advances to full mount.
Darwin is desperately trying to improve his position but Brooksbank has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB2#
Brooksbank is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Darwin can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Darwin really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Darwin tries to hold on but Brooksbank postures up.
Darwin regains half guard.#T4#
Brooksbank is trying to control the action in half guard but Darwin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Darwin trying to hold on to Brooksbank's head to control him but Brooksbank postures up.
Brooksbank is controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Brooksbank trying to work for an americana but Darwin has managed to regain full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dave Brooksbank showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Darwin blocks a head kick by Brooksbank.
Brooksbank scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Darwin doesn't seem bothered though.
Darwin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Darwin moves out of range of the body kick.
Left hook, right uppercut from Darwin.
Darwin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Darwin cracks Brooksbank with an open hand slap.
A head kick misses from Brooksbank.
Darwin was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Darwin really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Brooksbank goes for a double leg but Darwin avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Darwin continues to drive forward.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank connects with a jab.
Brooksbank tries to score a power double leg takedown but Darwin sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Brooksbank somewhat.#T1#
Darwin lands a lovely overhand right.
Brooksbank shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Darwin but Darwin pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Charlie Darwin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Brooksbank.
Some wild striking there from Darwin.
And Brooksbank tries to counter it with a takedown but Darwin pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Darwin scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Darwin moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Brooksbank tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Darwin defends well and Brooksbank ends up having to push Darwin into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Darwin was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Charlie Darwin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Darwin avoids the body shot from Brooksbank.
Brooksbank shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Darwin defends it nicely.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Darwin checks a leg kick.
Brooksbank closes the distance looking to clinch
and Darwin connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Brooksbank has a takedown stuffed.
Darwin lands a jab to the nose.#T3#
Darwin throws a hook to the side of Brooksbank's head but Brooksbank sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Darwin drops Brooksbank with a straight right hand, right on the button! Darwin follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:12 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Charlie Darwin!
In his post fight interview, Charlie Darwin started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: EMP Tower vs S.Heavyweight 3
Date: Jan 18, 2019

#R1#
Hibbert lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Brooksbank circles away quickly and effectively.
Hibbert lands with a shot to the body.
That kick from Hibbert tenderised Brooksbank's leg. Brooksbank is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tony Hibbert seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice sprawl there from Hibbert as Brooksbank shoots in.
The fighters circling - Brooksbank throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hibbert is looking to counter the offense by Brooksbank and move into the clinch.
Hibbert misses with the combination.
Brooksbank connects with a body shot.
Hibbert looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Brooksbank steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hibbert.
Hibbert cracks Brooksbank with a good jab.
Hibbert is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Hibbert lands a slapping body shot.
Brooksbank swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Hibbert to counter with a crisp jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hibbert throws a body punch but Brooksbank moves out of range.
Brooksbank fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hibbert manages to avoid it.
Brooksbank misses with a hook.
Hibbert scores with a jab to the jaw.#T1#
Brooksbank wants to clinch.
Hibbert scores with a body shot.
Hibbert feints a jab promting Brooksbank to slip. Hibbert then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Brooksbank slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Hibbert goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Hibbert fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#TD2#
Brooksbank shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hibbert tries to get to full guard but Brooksbank has control of the leg.
Hibbert is pressing down on Brooksbank's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T2#
Brooksbank trying to control but Hibbert is working from the bottom.
Hibbert is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Brooksbank trying to control the position from guard on top but Hibbert is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hibbert trying to control the position here. #T3#
Hibbert is trying to keep Brooksbank in close.
Brooksbank has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Crapollas Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Hibbert trying to control the position here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Hibbert lands a nice looking body shot.
Hibbert lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #ROC#
Brooksbank is rocked!
Brooksbank tries to get into range but Hibbert steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Brooksbank! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Hibbert scores the big KO victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tony Hibbert!

Event: IFC85: L.Heavy v Gorbachenko
Date: Dec 15, 2018

#R1#
Brooksbank keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Brooksbank shoots in and drives through. Ulatov sprawls well.
A little jabbing left from Ulatov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ulatov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Brooksbank. That did some damage!
Brooksbank looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Ulatov swats away the attempt to clinch by Brooksbank.
Ulatov with the counter takedown but Brooksbank avoids it easily.
Brooksbank catches Ulatov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank misses with a head kick.
A punch lands to the side of Ulatov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A head kick by Brooksbank misses #TD2#
and Ulatov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Brooksbank keeping full guard, as Ulatov tries to pass. #T1#
Brooksbank trying to control the position.
My spies in Ippon Squad inform me that Ulatov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Ulatov passes Brooksbank's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ulatov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brooksbank avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ulatov.
Brooksbank has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Ulatov trying to control from half guard but Brooksbank is working away.
Ulatov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Ulatov working Brooksbank over with strikes.
Brooksbank blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ulatov.
Brooksbank is not content to let Ulatov control the position.
Ulatov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Brooksbank blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ulatov.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ulatov lands a nice short elbow.
Ulatov lands with a punch from half guard. #T3#
Ulatov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Ulatov is keen to just control but Brooksbank is a slippery customer.
Brooksbank avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ulatov.
Brooksbank is controlling Ulatov's position as best he can from this difficult position.#SUB#
Brooksbank looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ulatov drops an elbow to the side of Brooksbank's head.
Ulatov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ulatov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T4#
Ulatov thows a huge punch but Brooksbank dodges it nicely.
Brooksbank tries to roll over but Ulatov keeps him under control.
Ulatov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Brooksbank is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ulatov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ulatov trying to pass the guard but Brooksbank defending well.
Ulatov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergei Ulatov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Nice uppercut there from Brooksbank.
A slow jab from Ulatov misses its intended target.
Ulatov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Brooksbank's corner calls for a 1-2. Brooksbank obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #TD2#
Ulatov scores with a takedown into Brooksbank's guard.#SUB#
Brooksbank looking for a triangle here. Ulatov is fighting it but it looks tight! Brooksbank pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Ulatov is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Dave Brooksbank!
Dave Brooksbank thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: S02:E06 135lbs Grand Prix
Date: Nov 18, 2018

#R1#
John throws a nice inside leg kick.
Brooksbank pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Brooksbank swinging wildly here. #CL2#
Brooksbank moves into the clinch.
John tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #TD2#
Brooksbank jumps guard. #SUB2#
Brooksbank is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and John defends well.
John looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank keeping moving, preventing John from controlling successfully. #T1#
John preventing the sweep. #SUB#
John has gone for a leg lock! Brooksbank slips out almost immediately though and dives into John's guard.#REVB#
Brooksbank trying to control the position from guard on top but John is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
John trying to keep a closed guard but Brooksbank is proving a slippery customer.
Brooksbank slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
John controls Brooksbank momentarily but Brooksbank frees himself.
Brooksbank wants to control from the top but John keeps moving.
Brooksbank wants to pass the guard but John is keeping the position.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T3##REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
John misses with a double jab. #CL2#
John tries to keep at a distance but Brooksbank has taken the fight into the clinch.
John lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Brooksbank managing to block the knees to the body from John.
John lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Brooksbank takes an elbow to the temple.
John lands an elbow just above Brooksbank 's eye.
John stalling. #TD2#
Brooksbank has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics John uses from the top position.
Brooksbank not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T4#
Brooksbank wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and John is now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brooksbank makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Brooksbank.#SUB2#
Brooksbank looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
John controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
John wants to control from the top but Brooksbank keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Dave Brooksbank will probably get the nod.
That's time! John's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL2#
Brooksbank closes the distance and clinches.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #TD2#
Brooksbank manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
John trying to control the position from guard on top but Brooksbank is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brooksbank pulls John in close to prevent any damage.
Brooksbank has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Brooksbank trying to control the position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Brooksbank holds on and takes a little breather. #T1#
John engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Brooksbank has a closed guard, preventing John from standing up.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
John wants to control from the top but Brooksbank keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
John keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from John. Brooksbank does a little dance to reset his feet.
John moves out of range of the body kick from Brooksbank.
John was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
John takes a swing at Brooksbank's ribcage but misses.
And Brooksbank tries to counter it with a takedown but John pushes his down on his head and steps out.#CL#
John clinches. #TD2#
Brooksbank pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB2#
Brooksbank is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. John is aware though and is defending well.
Brooksbank is trying to keep John in close.
John is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Brooksbank isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. John stacks Brooksbank 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 John!#T3#
Brooksbank tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but John presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Brooksbank is looking to improve his position but John isn't that keen on the idea.
Brooksbank is squirming around, avoiding John's attempts to control the action.
John avoids the attempt from Brooksbank to control.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
John tries to control but Brooksbank wriggling away.
John tries to stand up but Brooksbank had a hold of his arm and he's managed to perform a nice reversal, into half guard.
John trying to control here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
John is staying active underneath Brooksbank, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dave Brooksbank showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
John clobbers Brooksbank with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Brooksbank misses with a jab, cross combination.
Brooksbank uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by John.
Brooksbank pulls out of a head kick attempt.
John tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Brooksbank was well out of range. Poor timing from John.
John ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
John ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Brooksbank moves away.#TD2#
Brooksbank shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. John is trying to defend but Brooksbank finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
John trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
John looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Brooksbank wants to pass the guard but John is defending well.
Dave Brooksbank has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1##SUB2#
Brooksbank is working for a kimura but John is defending it quite comfortably.
Brooksbank looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
John is looking for a sweep. Brooksbank is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
John tries to kick Brooksbank off but Brooksbank keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Brooksbank is just content to waste time from the top position. John takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Brooksbank trying to control the position from guard on top but John is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Brooksbank got a little sloppy there for a moment and John has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Brooksbank has managed to get both his arms back between John's legs - danger averted.
Brooksbank slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Brooksbank tries to move into full mount but can't pass John's legs.
John tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Brooksbank wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3#
John manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
John tries to get to full guard but Brooksbank has control of the leg. #ES#
John manages to escape and get back to his feet! #TD2#
John tries to sprawl but Brooksbank drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Brooksbank passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for John!
John is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Brooksbank prevents John from getting the reversal.#T4#
John is just holding on here. Brooksbank manages to take his back.
Brooksbank controlling well, preventing John from escaping the position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
John is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Brooksbank's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
John trying to control the hands but Brooksbank breaks the grip.
Brooksbank is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
John trying to control but not successfully.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight for Dave Brooksbank!
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight for Dave Brooksbank!
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight for Dave Brooksbank!

Dave Brooksbank wins by unanimous decision!
A very excited looking Dave Brooksbank made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: IFCMW44: Divac vs Crosby
Date: Oct 24, 2018

#R1#
Kickboxer blocks a head kick by Brooksbank.
Kickboxer scores with a shot to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kickboxer darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Brooksbank throws an off balance right hand
and Kickboxer counters with a body kick.
The fighters circling - Brooksbank throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A head kick from Kickboxer lands but Brooksbank takes it in his stride.
Brooksbank pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Brooksbank just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromKickboxer.
Kickboxer connects with a high kick.
Kickboxer ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Brooksbank misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kickboxer lands a really nice looking cross but Brooksbank seems unphased.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kickboxer drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Brooksbank right on the button. Brooksbank goes down! Kickboxer follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Kickboxer gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hawaiian Kickboxer!
Hawaiian Kickboxer really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Freebok (85% Laundry) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: IFC MW41: Divac v Choo
Date: Oct 03, 2018

#R1#
Brooksbank shoots for a takedown but Assad saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Brooksbank tries to land a leg kick but Assad saw it coming and moves away.
Brooksbank goes for a double leg but Assad avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Assad continues to drive forward.#CL#
Brooksbank forces Assad back against the cage and clinches.
Brooksbank stalls.
Assad lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Assad throws a head punch that misses.
Assad misses with the head strike.
Brooksbank tries to pull guard but Assad holds him up against the cage and eventually Brooksbank drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Brooksbank. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Assad scores with a nice hook to the head.
Brooksbank is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Assad to keep the fight standing.
Assad creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Brooksbank's defenses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank wants to get back to striking at distance but Assad won't allow it.
Assad misses with the head strike.
Brooksbank stalls.
A head punch on the inside from Assad fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Assad. #T1##BC#
Brooksbank escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Brooksbank on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Jab by Assad.
Brooksbank fails in his attempt to clinch.
Zach Assad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brooksbank showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Assad. #CL2#
Brooksbank gets tackled into the cage by Assad. Assad maintains the clinch.
Assad tries to work over Brooksbank's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Assad.
Assad tries a body shot but Brooksbank blocks it.
Assad 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.
Assad throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Assad throws a head punch that misses.
A short uppercut from Assad.
Brooksbank looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Assad has Brooksbank pressed against the cage, preventing Brooksbank from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Brooksbank scores with a shoulder strike.
Assad goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Assad gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Assad lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Assad lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #ROC2#
Brooksbank is rocked!
Assad creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Brooksbank's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Brooksbank drops to his knees and Assad pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Zach Assad!
Zach Assad gave a mention to Organic Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: IFC MW39: Lomachenko v Chugman
Date: Sep 19, 2018

#R1#
Brooksbank misses with a low kick.
Bogard tries to close the distance and clinch up but Brooksbank swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bogard walks into a jab.
Brooksbank misses with a wild body shot.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Brooksbank is defended easily by Bogard.
And Bogard counters with a quick kick to the body but Brooksbank blocks it.#CL2#
Bogard tries to keep at a distance but Brooksbank has taken the fight into the clinch.
Bogard tries to throw a body punch but Brooksbank avoids it by throwing Bogard back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank working hard to break the clinch.
Bogard is pushing Brooksbank up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Bogard keeps control of Brooksbank as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T1#
Brooksbank lands an uppercut.
Bogard misses with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
The referee calls for Brooksbank to work.
Bogard is stalling here.
Bogard doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Brooksbank misses with some punches. #TD2#
Brooksbank jumps guard and drags Bogard to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Brooksbank preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bogard trying to control the position from guard on top but Brooksbank is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bogard has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#SUB2#
Brooksbank is looking for a triangle but Bogard pushes his legs off easily. #T2#
Bogard trying to control the position from guard on top but Brooksbank is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bogard controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Brooksbank looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Bogard trying to control the position from guard on top but Brooksbank is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Bogard looking to pass the guard.
Bogard showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Bogard wants to control from the top but Brooksbank keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bogard lands with a good body shot.
Brooksbank throws a low kick but Bogard avoids it.
Bogard tries to counter with a takedown but Brooksbank is quick to defend against it.
Brooksbank on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #TD2#
Brooksbank bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Bogard is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Bogard is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Brooksbank off and has taken his back!
Bogard is hanging on to Brooksbank's back as he tries to escape.
Bogard is trying to stick to Brooksbank's back but Brooksbank is turning into Bogard. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Bogard's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Brooksbank.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bogard looking to hit a scissor sweep but Brooksbank is one step ahead there.
Bogard is trying to keep Brooksbank in close.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Bogard is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Brooksbank defends well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dave Brooksbank dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
No joy there for Bogard, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Brooksbank on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Bogard shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Brooksbank but Brooksbank pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL2#
Brooksbank gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Brooksbank fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Bogard lands with a light punch inside.
Bogard has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Brooksbank after a bit of a struggle.
Bogard wants to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bogard goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Brooksbank is trying to stall.
Brooksbank jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bogard walks away with a smile on his face. Brooksbank gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #T1##TD#
Bogard shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Bogard in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bogard controlling from the top position.
Bogard throws a big right hand that misses.
Brooksbank controls Bogard momentarily but Bogard frees himself.
Brooksbank can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bogard controls the pace.
Bogard works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T2#
Bogard moves into full mount! Brooksbank won't be happy about that!
Bogard wants to control but Brooksbank has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Bogard controlling the pace.
Brooksbank trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bogard takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Brooksbank is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T3#
Bogard looking to finish with strikes here!
Bogard looking to ground and pound but Brooksbank is blocking nicely.
Brooksbank tries to hold on but Bogard postures up.
Bogard can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Brooksbank is looking to escape.
Bogard sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Bogard misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym. #T4#
Bogard unloading with bombs!
Bogard looking to control and managing it successfully.
Bogard tries to control but Brooksbank wriggling away.
Bogard takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bogard thowing shots but they're missing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Andy Bogard dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Brooksbank misses with a wild body shot.
Andy Bogard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brooksbank takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Brooksbank takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Brooksbank takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bogard throws a leg kick
enabling Brooksbank to counter with a crisp jab.
Dave Brooksbank is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bogard scores with a jab.
Bogard misses with a two punch combination.
Bogard misses with a double jab.
Brooksbank is looking for the big counter here.#CL2#
Brooksbank gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Bogard misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bogard slowing the pace effectively.#TD2#
Brooksbank successfully pulls guard.
Brooksbank is trying to keep Bogard in close.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Brooksbank throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T1#
Bogard is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Bogard looking to pass the guard.
Bogard trying to control the position from guard on top but Brooksbank is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bogard sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Brooksbank's guard.
Bogard is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Brooksbank can do to turn this around?
Bogard stalling away here and it's allowed Brooksbank to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Brooksbank looking for a guillotine here but Bogard defends easily.
Andy Bogard overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Brooksbank utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Bogard is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Brooksbank is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Brooksbank has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Brooksbank trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Bogard 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.#ES#
Bogard is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Bogard has Brooksbank pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Brooksbank manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Bogard drops down looking for an ankle pick but Brooksbank pulls his leg out and moves away.
Brooksbank has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Brooksbank on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bogard digs a good body shot into Brooksbank's ribs.#T4#
A shot to the liver by Brooksbank. Beautiful body shot.#CL2#
Brooksbank gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Bogard works on Brooksbank's body with a couple of short punches.
Bogard has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Brooksbank is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Andy Bogard. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bogard misses with a body punch.
Brooksbank jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bogard walks away with a smile on his face. Brooksbank gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Brooksbank fails to land the takedown.
Bogard turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bogard.
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!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brooksbank will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Brooksbank goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Andy Bogard showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bogard 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Andy Bogard!
Our winner, Andy Bogard, 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: IFC 65: Choo vs Jones
Date: Aug 25, 2018

#R1#
Davis keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A nice side step and Davis releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Davis scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Brooksbank misses with a jab, cross combination.
Brooksbank tries a head kick but it misses.
Good standup being displayed there by Davis as he connects with a hook.
Brooksbank gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Davis.
Davis connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The fighters circle momentarily. Davis darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A looping hook to the body misses from Brooksbank. Davis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Davis throws a perfectly timed hook that sends Brooksbank crashing down! Brooksbank tries to stagger back to his feet but Davis just hammers him until the ref stops the fight! A confused Brooksbank asks the ref what just happened. Poor fella.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jonathan Davis!
Jonathan Davis spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: IFC MW 34 Warholm vs Amana
Date: Jul 25, 2018

#R1##TD#
Bell shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Brooksbank's guard.
Bell won't allow Brooksbank to sweep him here.
Bell forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Bell is working for a kimura but Brooksbank is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Bell is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Bell is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bell sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Brooksbank defending well though. #T1#
Bell tries to pass to full mount but Brooksbank defends it.
Bell trying to advance position but Brooksbank counters by regaining guard. #SUB#
Bell has gone for a leg lock! Brooksbank slips out almost immediately though and dives into Bell's guard.#REVB#
Bell controls Brooksbank momentarily but Brooksbank frees himself. #SUB#
Bell looking for subs off his back but Brooksbank has passed one foot through into half guard.
Brooksbank trying to control from Bell's half guard. Bell has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T2#
Bell keeping moving, preventing Brooksbank from controlling successfully.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bell looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Bell working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Brooksbank doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Brooksbank manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Brooksbank passes Bell's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Bell is refusing to be controlled, as Brooksbank sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Brooksbank is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bell is just riding it out for now. Brooksbank eventually gives up the hold.
Bell wants to control but Brooksbank is keeping busy. #T3#
Brooksbank missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bell is trying to get back to full guard.
Bell gets full guard.
Bell trying to control the position.
Bell looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Brooksbank puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Brooksbank wants to free his trapped foot but Bell is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Bell looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are battling for position here. Bell manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Brooksbank stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bell swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Bell looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Brooksbank has picked Bell up and slammed him! Bell can't keep hold of the triangle and Brooksbank manages to pass to side control!
Brooksbank trying to control the position but Bell is working away.
Bell is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Brooksbank's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brooksbank is taking a breather. Bell 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.
Brooksbank wants to take a breather but Bell is having none of it.
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 Dominique Bell will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Bell tries for a takedown but Brooksbank sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Brooksbank drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bell defends it well.
Brooksbank with a hook.
Brooksbank misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bell appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Brooksbank fails to land with a series of punches. #TD#
Brooksbank gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Bell to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Bell with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Bell avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bell pushes down on Brooksbank's leg and manages to get into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Brooksbank is not content to let Bell control the position.
Bell is looking to advance position but Brooksbank won't allow it. #SUB#
Bell seems to be working for a kimura but Brooksbank defends the submission attempt.
Bell passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Brooksbank!
Brooksbank prevents Bell from taking his back.
Brooksbank slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T2#
Bell is pressing down on Brooksbank's thigh, looking to free his foot. Brooksbank is holding on for now.
Brooksbank gets full guard.
Bell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brooksbank is keeping the position for now.
Bell is looking to advance position but Brooksbank has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Brooksbank avoids the attempt from Bell to control.
Bell wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Bell is trying to break free. #T3##SUB2#
Bell won't enjoy being in this position. Brooksbank looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Bell is tapping - it's over boys! Brooksbank picks up the submission victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dave Brooksbank!
An out of breath Dave Brooksbank thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: IFC 54 Heavyweight vs Rasputin
Date: Jun 09, 2018

#R1#
Brooksbank displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Niyotrong throws out the jab.
Brooksbank shoots in for a takedown but Niyotrong shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Brooksbank changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Niyotrong tries to avoid it but Brooksbank manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Niyotrong to the ground. Niyotrong escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Niyotrong lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Brooksbank tries to close the distance and clinch up but Niyotrong swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A little feinted left hand from Niyotrong on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL2#
Brooksbank gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Niyotrong tries a body shot but Brooksbank blocks it.
Niyotrong lands with a light punch inside.
Brooksbank wants to break free but Niyotrong has control.
Brooksbank jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Niyotrong walks away with a smile on his face. Brooksbank gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Sirimongkol Niyotrong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Brooksbank.
Brooksbank doesn't manage to clinch there - Niyotrong circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank tries a head kick but it misses.
Niyotrong thuds a left hand into Brooksbank's body.
Niyotrong chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Niyotrong connects with an inside leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Niyotrong.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Niyotrong looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T1#
Brooksbank misses with a body punch
and Niyotrong counters with a straight right hand.
Brooksbank tries for a takedown but Niyotrong circles away easily
and Niyotrong counters with a stiff right hand.
Niyotrong scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Niyotrong misses with a few strikes there.
Brooksbank feints the counter takedown.
Brooksbank fails to land the takedown.
Niyotrong scoring well with a low kick there.
Niyotrong looks to land a combination but Brooksbank avoids it well.
Niyotrong thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice cross by Niyotrong.#TD2#
Brooksbank shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Brooksbank is working for a submission of some sort.
Niyotrong's coaches at Crapollas Gym 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.#T2#
Niyotrong is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Niyotrong moves into full guard.
Niyotrong not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Brooksbank wants to control from the top but Niyotrong keeps moving.
Niyotrong is striking from the bottom but Brooksbank uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
Niyotrong is holding on to half guard well.#T3#
Niyotrong trying to control from the bottom.
Niyotrong is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Niyotrong is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Brooksbank tries to pass the half guard into mount. Niyotrong knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Brooksbank passes the guard and advances to mount!
Niyotrong is looking to get to half guard.
Niyotrong wants to control but Brooksbank is having none of it.#T4#
Brooksbank wants to control the pace but Niyotrong is squirming around nicely.
Niyotrong is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Brooksbank prevents Niyotrong from getting the reversal.
Brooksbank tries to control but Niyotrong wriggling away.
Brooksbank blocks Niyotrong's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Niyotrong slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Niyotrong is doing well to control the position and prevent Brooksbank from advancing to side control.
Brooksbank passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Niyotrong!
Brooksbank can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Niyotrong is looking to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sirimongkol Niyotrong dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Brooksbank tries to close the distance and clinch up but Niyotrong swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Niyotrong moves into range and clinches up with Brooksbank.
Brooksbank prevents a body shot from Niyotrong.
Niyotrong lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Niyotrong tries to land a knee to the head but Brooksbank blocks with his arms. #TD2#
Brooksbank drags the fight down to the ground.
Brooksbank preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Niyotrong pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brooksbank is keeping the position for now.
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.
Niyotrong trying to control but Brooksbank is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Brooksbank working for a triangle but Niyotrong defends it easily. #T1#
Niyotrong throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Niyotrong has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Brooksbank is proving hard to escape from. #SUB2#
Brooksbank is looking for a triangle here but Niyotrong uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Brooksbank defending against the ground and pound.
Brooksbank gets back to half guard.
Niyotrong thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Brooksbank looking for submissions off his back.
Niyotrong is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Brooksbank can do to turn this around?
Brooksbank is looking to improve his position.
Niyotrong trying to control the pace.
Niyotrong throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Brooksbank to regain full guard.
Niyotrong controls from within his opponent's guard.
Niyotrong has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T3#
Niyotrong trying to control the position from guard on top but Brooksbank is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brooksbank trying to keep a closed guard but Niyotrong is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Brooksbank has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Niyotrong doesn't defend quickly enough and Brooksbank has managed to lock this one up! Can Niyotrong escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Brooksbank on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Dave Brooksbank!
Dave Brooksbank seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: IFC 48 Chugman VS Island
Date: Apr 28, 2018

#R1#
Brooksbank shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Moru defends it nicely.
A head kick by Brooksbank misses
and Moru counters with a one-two to the body.
Brooksbank fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Moru avoids it really well and circles away.
Brooksbank takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moru misses with a jab, cross combination. #CL2#
Brooksbank has Moru up against the cage in a clinch.
Moru tries a body shot but Brooksbank blocks it. #T1#
Brooksbank fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Moru has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Ma Moru has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Brooksbank.
Brooksbank throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Moru blocks it with crossed arms.
Moru is working Brooksbank over against the cage.
Moru tries to throw a body punch but Brooksbank avoids it by throwing Moru back against the cage.
Brooksbank takes an elbow to the temple.
Brooksbank fails to pull guard.
Brooksbank tries to pull guard but Moru holds him up against the cage and eventually Brooksbank drops back down to his feet.
A right hand to the body from Moru.
Moru misses with a body punch.
Brooksbank fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Moru just leaning against Brooksbank, taking a breather.
Brooksbank tries to pull guard but Moru won't allow it. #T2#
The referee calls for Moru to work.
Brooksbank takes an elbow to the temple.
Moru throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Brooksbanks head.
Moru utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Moru takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Moru misses with a punch to the body.
Brooksbank tries to stall but Moru uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A right hook to the body lands for Moru.
Brooksbank trying to control the position but instead, Moru has worked for underhooks and has pushed Brooksbank into the cage.
Brooksbank trying to stall but Moru improves his position. #T3#
Brooksbank is trying to pull guard but Moru has him pressed against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Moru - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Brooksbank jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Moru walks away with a smile on his face. Brooksbank gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
A punch combination from Moru misses.
And Brooksbank tries to counter it with a takedown but Moru pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Moru avoids the body shot from Brooksbank. #TD2#
Brooksbank gets a takedown into half guard.
Moru pushes Brooksbank off looking to stand but Brooksbank dives back in and keeps control. #ES#
Moru pushes Brooksbank off and gets back to his feet.#T4#
Moru feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Brooksbank's calf.
Moru tries to clinch but Brooksbank moves out of range.
Moru moves out of range of the body kick from Brooksbank.
Brooksbank looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brooksbank throws a body punch but Moru moves out of range.
Brooksbank scores with a hook to the body. Moru takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Brooksbank tries to land a front kick but Moru steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#CL#
Moru drives through and clinches with Brooksbank against the cage.
Brooksbank tries to pull guard but Moru holds him up against the cage and eventually Brooksbank drops back down to his feet.
Brooksbank blocks a body shot from Moru.
Moru holding his opponent close, against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ma Moru dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Brooksbank fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Brooksbank throws out a leg kick but Moru moves out of range and Brooksbank only half commits.
Brooksbank falls off balance throwing a combination
and Moru counters with a two punch combo.
Brooksbank changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Moru delivers a nice body kick.#CL#
Moru forces Brooksbank back against the cage and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Brooksbank breaks from the clinch.
Ma Moru is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Moru. #T1#
Brooksbank wants to break the clinch but can't.
Moru scores with a shoulder strike.
Moru is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Moru taking a breather.
Moru gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
Moru using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Moru lands a good knee to the midsection. Brooksbank won't want to take too many of those.
Brooksbank tries to break the clinch but Moru is controlling the position.
A hook to the body from Moru.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Moru goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T2#
Brooksbank softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Brooksbank is trying to pull guard but Moru has him pressed against the cage.
Brooksbank tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Moru just stands there and leans against the cage.
Ma Moru has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Brooksbank.
Moru unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Moru slows down the pace here.
Moru just leaning against Brooksbank, taking a breather.
Moru scores a nice knee to the body.
Brooksbank fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A right hand to the body from Moru.
Brooksbank tries to pull guard but Moru forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Brooksbank is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Moru lands a nice shot to the body. #T3#
Moru unloads a knee to the mid-section. Brooksbank lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Moru throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Brooksbanks head.
Brooksbank is trying to pull guard but Moru turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Moru lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Moru will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Brooksbank up against the cage.
A right hook to the body lands for Moru.
Moru is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Moru landing knees to the body.
Moru lands an elbow just above Brooksbank 's eye. #T4#
Moru lands a right hand. #ROC#
Brooksbank is rocked!
Brooksbank is pressed against the cage. Moru pushes back and unleashes a big elbow that really hurts Brooksbank! Two more big strikes from Moru and Brooksbank crumples to the mat and taps out furiously due to the strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Ma Moru!

Event: IFC Mid Week 20
Date: Mar 28, 2018

#R1#
A jab from Vasquez does it's job there.
Brooksbank lands a nice shot that snaps Vasquez's head back.
A jab lands there for Vasquez.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Vasquez has knocked Brooksbank down with a huge combo! Vasquez steps away and waves a wobbly Brooksbank back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#
Brooksbank is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vasquez is looking for an opening here. He's unloaded a big left hand that catches Brooksbank flush on the jaw and sends him tumbling to the canvas! Brooksbank is out cold! Vasquez holds back from landing any unnecessary shots to his unconscious opponent, as the referee reacts slowly to the situation. A brutal knockout and then some excellent sportsmanship - this guy is my new favorite fighter!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nando Vasquez!
Nando Vasquez thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: IFC 40
Date: Mar 03, 2018

#R1#
McCoy looks to land a combination. Brooksbank sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Good exchange - McCoy coming out on top.
Brooksbank misses with a double jab.
Brooksbank misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McCoy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Brooksbank.#CL2#
McCoy fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Brooksbank, pushing him back against the cage.
Brooksbank misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Brooksbank just leaning against McCoy, taking a breather.
Brooksbank jumps guard but McCoy turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McCoy.
Brooksbank tries to pull guard but McCoy forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Brooksbank has been working on his balance at Crapollas Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by McCoy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Brooksbank. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
McCoy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T1#
McCoy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Brooksbank.
Willie McCoy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brooksbank throws a leg kick but McCoy sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Brooksbank fails in his attempt to clinch.
Brooksbank throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McCoy's waist but McCoy gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Brooksbank off to one side.
McCoy throws out a counter right but Brooksbank avoids it with no problem.
Brooksbank misses with an uppercut.
Brooksbank misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and McCoy counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
McCoy is figuring out what he wants to do next.
McCoy seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Brooksbank taking some punishment here, with McCoy in his half guard.
Brooksbank trying to control from the bottom.
McCoy performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T2#
McCoy trying to control the action but Brooksbank is working from the bottom.
McCoy might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Brooksbank haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
McCoy seems to be looking for submissions.
Brooksbank trying to control here.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
McCoy tries to pass to full mount but Brooksbank defends it. #T3#
Brooksbank avoiding damage under a succession of punches from McCoy. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Brooksbank is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McCoy misses with a body shot.
Brooksbank goes for a double leg but McCoy avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as McCoy continues to drive forward.
McCoy tries a head kick but it misses.
McCoy misses with a jab, cross combination.
Brooksbank changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
McCoy just misses with a punch to the body.
Brooksbank tries to clinch there but McCoy circles away.
Brooksbank moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromMcCoy.
McCoy lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
McCoy swats away the attempt to clinch by Brooksbank.#T4#
Brooksbank takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Brooksbank pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McCoy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Brooksbank shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says McCoy as he avoids it easily.
Brooksbank tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McCoy stuns Brooksbank with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
McCoy bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#ROC2#
Brooksbank is rocked!
Brooksbank bobbing and weaving nicely... He's ducked under a jab and ducks again but ooooooh! McCoy comes at him with an uppercut from hell! Brooksbank falls to the canvas, unconscious! This one is all over! Oh man, looking at the replay that was right on the button! Brooksbank was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Willie McCoy!
A victorious Willie McCoy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: IFC MW14 Brawler vs Yonic
Date: Feb 07, 2018

#R1#
Sampson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Brooksbank was well out of range. Poor timing from Sampson.
Sampson thuds his right hand into Brooksbank's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Sampson with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sampson just misses with a punch to the body.
Sampson lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Brooksbank fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Sampson pounces like a tiger and cracks Brooksbank with a vicious hook! Brooksbank is down but not out! Sampson follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Brock Sampson!
Brock Sampson decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: IFC XXXIV
Date: Jan 20, 2018

#R1#
Brooksbank shoots in looking for a takedown but Yonic manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Brooksbank's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Brooksbank darts in trying to clinch#TD2#
and Yonic counters with a nice double leg into side control. Brooksbank won't be happy with that.
Yonic controls the position.
Yonic really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Brooksbank. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Yonic is putting a hurting on Brooksbank here, landing some big shots from side control.
Yonic creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Brooksbank sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
An elbow from Yonic crashes against the mat.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Yonic working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SUB2#
Yonic working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Brooksbank gets back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yonic stalling. #T1#
Brooksbank works his way to full guard. Good work.
Yonic is looking to work some ground and pound but Brooksbank has wrist control.
Yonic throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Brooksbank works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Yonic is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Brooksbank definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Brooksbank keeping moving, preventing Yonic from controlling successfully.
Yonic in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Yonic keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Brooksbank's head.
Yonic chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Brooksbank looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Yonic is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Yonic won't allow Brooksbank to sweep him here.
Yonic must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Yonic looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Brooksbank has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Yonic can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Yonic throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Brooksbank bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Yonic's guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Yonic looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Brooksbank tries to free his leg and advance position but Yonic is retaining full guard.
Brooksbank slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Yonic tries to improve position but can't.
Yonic holding on.
You can see the frustration on Yonic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4##SUB#
Brooksbank thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Yonic struggling a bit here.
Yonic sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yonic is pressing down on Brooksbank's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Yonic can do anything to dispel that myth.
Brooksbank trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boss Yonic dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
A big left from Yonic misses.
Brooksbank swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Brooksbank misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Yonic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dave Brooksbank is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Yonic takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Yonic swings for the body but Brooksbank moves out of range.
Brooksbank half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Yonic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Yonic defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Brooksbank.
Brooksbank shoots in but Yonic avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Brooksbank. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank tries for a takedown but Yonic circles away easily#TD2#
and Yonic counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Yonic is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Brooksbank looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T1#
Yonic throws a big elbow that misses.
Yonic scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Yonic with a flurry of punches that miss.
Yonic advances to half guard.
Brooksbank wants to get back to full guard.
Yonic is taking a breather. Brooksbank 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.
Yonic drops an elbow to the side of Brooksbank's head. #SUB#
Brooksbank looking for submissions off his back.
Yonic sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Brooksbank defending well though.
Yonic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2##SUB2#
Yonic is looking for a kimura here.
Brooksbank moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Yonic throwing strikes from guard but Brooksbank blocks nicely.
Yonic trying to control but Brooksbank is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Brooksbank looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3#
Yonic trying to control but Brooksbank is working from the bottom.
Yonic in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Yonic looking to sit in guard and control but Brooksbank gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Brooksbank looking to pass the guard.
Yonic looking to control but Brooksbank passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Yonic looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Yonic tries to get to full guard but Brooksbank has control of the leg.
Yonic is concentrating on defense, preventing Brooksbank from advancing position.
Yonic moves into full guard.
Yonic is controlling Brooksbank's posture.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brooksbank trying to control the position from guard on top but Yonic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boss Yonic showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Brooksbank's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Yonic stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Yonic wants it to stay on the feet.
Brooksbank ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Brooksbank shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Yonic sprawls well. Yonic wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Brooksbank gets slowly back to his feet.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Yonic checks a leg kick.
Brooksbank uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Yonic.
Brooksbank displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Yonic throws out the jab.
Yonic defending well as Brooksbank loads up on a big left hand.
Brooksbank throws a series of punches but Yonic moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A countering left hand to the body from Yonic misses.
Brooksbank throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Brooksbank throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Brooksbank misses with a head kick.
Brooksbank uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Yonic.
Brooksbank appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
Yonic throws a jab when Brooksbank was well out of range.
Brooksbank changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Brooksbank defending well as Yonic loads up on a big left hand.
Brooksbank misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Yonic decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Brooksbank's guard.
Yonic wants to control from the top but Brooksbank keeps moving.
Yonic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brooksbank is keeping the position for now.
Yonic throws a big elbow that misses.
Yonic throws a big right hand that misses.
Yonic working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Yonic works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Yonic takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T2#
Yonic not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Brooksbank keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Brooksbank is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Yonic scores with a couple of nice shots.
Yonic not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Well, if Yonic 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#
Yonic seems to be working for a kimura but Brooksbank defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Brooksbank looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
Yonic lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Brooksbank avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Yonic.
Yonic missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Yonic not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Brooksbank wants to get back to full guard.
Brooksbank is working hard here to advance position.
Boss Yonic has got the better of the ground game so far.
Yonic thows a huge punch but Brooksbank dodges it nicely.
Yonic 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.
Yonic is thwarting Brooksbank's attempts to control the position.#T4##SUB#
Brooksbank is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Yonic pulls his head out easily.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Yonic lands a nice short elbow.
Yonic missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Yonic is controlling the pace.
Yonic lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Dave Brooksbank has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yonic scores with a couple of good hammerfists.

And that's the end of the fight!
Boss Yonic comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Yonic has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boss Yonic!
Our winner, Boss Yonic, 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: IFC XXXI
Date: Dec 30, 2017

#R1#
A jab lands there for Lopez.
Lopez lands a body shot. #CL#
Brooksbank clinches with his opponent.
Lopez digs a right hand into Brooksbank's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Brooksbank's gas tank.
Lopez scores with a shot to the side of Brooksbank's head.
Brooksbank fails to pull guard.
Brooksbank tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lopez smiles and moves away. #TD#
Brooksbank manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Lopez on his heels. He'll look to pass Lopez's guard now, I'm sure.
Lopez looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Brooksbank puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Lopez wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Brooksbank is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Lopez is looking for a sweep. Brooksbank 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.#T1#
Lopez slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Lopez looking to control but Brooksbank passes into half guard.
Lopez is looking for a sweep. Brooksbank is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Brooksbank is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lopez doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Brooksbank.
Brooksbank trying to control the action but Lopez is working from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Brooksbank is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lopez is just riding it out for now. Brooksbank eventually gives up the hold.
Lopez is looking for a sweep. Brooksbank is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Lopez is doing well to control the position and prevent Brooksbank from advancing to side control.
Lopez tries to roll over but Brooksbank keeps him under control.
Brooksbank is trying to control. Lopez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Lopez trying to control here.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Lopez keeping hold of Brooksbank's head, controlling as best he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Brooksbank misses with a left hand #CL2#
and Lopez holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Lopez lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice body punch from Lopez. #T4#
Brooksbank tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Brooksbank. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Brooksbank tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lopez smiles and moves away.
Brooksbank doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2#
and Lopez counters by moving into the clinch.
Brooksbank fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Brooksbank wants to stall.
A right hand to the body from Lopez.
Lopez lands a left hand that snaps the head of Brooksbank backwards.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lopez lands a left hand that snaps the head of Brooksbank backwards.
Brooksbank jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Lopez walks away with a smile on his face. Brooksbank gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lopez changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gosha Lopez dominated that round.
That's time! Brooksbank's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL#
Brooksbank clinches with his opponent.
Brooksbank is trying to push Lopez away but Lopez has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Still in the clinch, Lopez scores with a nice short uppercut.
Brooksbank jumps guard but Lopez turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Lopez lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Brooksbank.
Lopez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A body shot lands from Lopez.
Brooksbank is trying to pull guard but Lopez turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Brooksbank has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Brooksbank jumps guard but Lopez turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Brooksbank. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Brooksbank has been working on his balance at Crapollas Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Lopez.
Lopez lands an uppercut.
Lopez lands with a short punch from the clinch. #ROC2#
Brooksbank is rocked!#T1#
Lopez working aggressively here.
Oh Brooksbank is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lopez.
Brooksbank fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lopez.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lopez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Brooksbank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lopez digs a right hand underneath Brooksbank's ribcage. Brooksbank let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lopez throws a punch but it's blocked by Brooksbank.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lopez fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
Lopez misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
With the fighters up against the cage, Brooksbank throws an elbow but misses.
Brooksbank is trying to pull guard but Lopez has him pressed against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
Brooksbank blocking some punches.
Brooksbank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Brooksbank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Brooksbank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lopez misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lopez has a couple of punches blocked by Brooksbank.
Lopez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lopez working aggressively here.
Lopez misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lopez misses with a punch on the inside.
Lopez misses with a punch on the inside.
Lopez misses with some punches.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lopez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lopez misses with the head strike.
Lopez throws a punch but it's blocked by Brooksbank.
Gosha Lopez seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Brooksbank blocks an uppercut.
Brooksbank blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lopez misses with some punches.
Lopez throws a punch but it's blocked by Brooksbank.
Lopez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lopez has a couple of punches blocked by Brooksbank.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brooksbank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lopez working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
Lopez working aggressively here. #T2#
Lopez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brooksbank blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lopez throws a punch but it's blocked by Brooksbank.
Brooksbank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lopez.
Brooksbank blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Lopez fails to land.
Brooksbank blocking some punches.
Lopez misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lopez.
Lopez has a couple of punches blocked by Brooksbank.
Lopez misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
Lopez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lopez throws a head punch that misses.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Brooksbank blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lopez fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Brooksbank blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lopez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lopez.
Lopez throws a punch but it's blocked by Brooksbank.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lopez misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lopez misses with a punch on the inside.
Lopez throws a head punch that misses.
Brooksbank blocking some punches.
Brooksbank blocking some punches.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lopez working aggressively here.
Lopez throws a head punch that misses.
Lopez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lopez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brooksbank.
Brooksbank blocking some punches.
Lopez throws a punch but it's blocked by Brooksbank.
Lopez misses with some punches.
Lopez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lopez working aggressively here. #T3#
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
A frustrated look appears on Brooksbank's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Brooksbank blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lopez fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lopez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Brooksbank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lopez misses with some punches.
Lopez working aggressively here.
Lopez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Brooksbank jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Lopez walks away with a smile on his face. Brooksbank gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Lopez engages and cracks Brooksbank with a massive lead left hook - Brooksbank tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Lopez is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Gosha Lopez!
A relieved looking Gosha Lopez thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: IFC XXVII
Date: Dec 02, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Brooksbank clinches.
Brooksbank wants to get back to striking at distance but Clay won't allow it.
Clay trying to land knees to the body.
Clay scores with a shoulder strike.
Brooksbank is trying to pull guard but Clay has him pressed against the cage.
Brooksbank looking to slow down the pace here.#TD2#
Brooksbank jumps into guard, dragging Clay to the mat.
Clay controls from within his opponent's guard.
Brooksbank managing to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Brooksbank being controlled here, momentarily.
Clay has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Clay wants to pass the guard but Brooksbank is keeping the position.
Clay tries to stand but Brooksbank is controlling from the bottom.
Brooksbank working a defensive guard here.
Clay's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Clay avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Clay was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Clay will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Clay scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Brooksbank throws a head kick but Clay moves out of range.
Clay takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A jab from Clay does it's job there.#ROC#
Brooksbank is rocked!
Clay flashes Brooksbank a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Brooksbank's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Brooksbank crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Clay punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Andre Clay!
Andre Clay bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: IFC XXV
Date: Nov 18, 2017

#R1#
Walcott looks to land a combination. Brooksbank sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#TD#
Brooksbank 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.
We've been hearing good reports from Brooksbank'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.
Walcott controlling Brooksbank's posture.
Walcott is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Brooksbank wants to control from the top but Walcott keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walcott being controlled here, momentarily.
Walcott seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Walcott working a defensive guard here.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Walcott 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##SUB#
Brooksbank looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Walcott is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Brooksbank is looking for a sweep. Walcott is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
Walcott is taking a breather. Brooksbank 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.
Walcott is trying to control the action in half guard but Brooksbank is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Well, if Walcott 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. #T3#
Brooksbank wants to control but Walcott is keeping busy. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Walcott displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Brooksbank.
Walcott keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Brooksbank.
Walcott throws a counter combo.#CL2#
Brooksbank gets tackled into the cage by Walcott. Walcott maintains the clinch.
Brooksbank is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Walcott lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Walcott lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Walcott lands a shoulder strike.
Walcott lands with a short shot to the head.
Brooksbank is trying to break the clinch but Walcott is controlling him.
Brooksbank fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A short left from Walcott. #ROC2#
Brooksbank is rocked!#T4#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Walcott.
Oh Brooksbank is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Walcott pushes Brooksbank back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Walcott lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Walcott lands a body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Walcott pushes Brooksbank against the cage. Walcott is working some dirty boxing. Walcott pushes off with a quick right hook! Brooksbank goes down! Brooksbank tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Walcott moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tommy Walcott!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Tommy Walcott waved his t-shirt featuring IniTech Nutrition 's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: IFC Mid Week 8
Date: Nov 08, 2017

#R1#
A leg kick checked by Brooksbank.
A swing and a miss from Lomachenko.
Despite the aggression on Brooksbank's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Brooksbank lands a head kick! #CL#
Lomachenko closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Brooksbank pulls Lomachenko into guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lomachenko accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lomachenko landing some decent shots from guard.
Lomachenko distracts Brooksbank with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lomachenko working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Lomachenko has gone for a leg lock! Brooksbank slips out almost immediately though and dives into Lomachenko's guard.#REVB#
Brooksbank stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lomachenko swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1##SUB#
Lomachenko looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Brooksbank passes into side control.
Lomachenko tries to buck Brooksbank off but Brooksbank is having none of it.#SUB2#
Brooksbank in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Lomachenko is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Dave Brooksbank!
Dave Brooksbank thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: IFC Mid Week 7
Date: Oct 25, 2017

#R1#
A left lands for Tskhadaia.
Tskhadaia tests Brooksbank's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tskhadaia defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Brooksbank.
Brooksbank throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Brooksbank shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tskhadaia defends it nicely.
Brooksbank misses with a head kick.
Tskhadaia tries to land a leg kick but Brooksbank saw it coming and moves away.
Brooksbank misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tskhadaia was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tskhadaia looks to score with a jab to the body but Brooksbank is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tskhadaia uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Brooksbank.
Tskhadaia lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Brooksbank circles away quickly and effectively.
Tskhadaia connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Brooksbank momentarily.
Tskhadaia connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks Brooksbank out cold! This one is over in a flash!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Eldar Tskhadaia!

Event: IFC Mid Week 6
Date: Oct 11, 2017

#R1#
Bogard lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#TD#
Brooksbank looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bogard pushes Brooksbank off but Brooksbank dives into side control.
Brooksbank passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Bogard! #SUB#
Brooksbank quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Brooksbank but it's paid off an Bogard is forced to tap! Nice work by Brooksbank.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dave Brooksbank!
A relieved looking Dave Brooksbank thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: IFC XVII
Date: Sep 23, 2017

#R1#
Brooksbank throws a head kick that misses.
Brooksbank throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Brooksbank misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #TD#
Engoria shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Brooksbank's guard.
Engoria engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Brooksbank looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Brooksbank controls Engoria momentarily but Engoria frees himself.
Engoria has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Brooksbank has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Engoria can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Brooksbank can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Engoria controls the pace.
Engoria wants to pass the guard but Brooksbank is keeping the position.
Brooksbank working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
Brooksbank is looking for a triangle but Engoria pushes his legs off easily. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Engoria stopping the sweep attempt from Brooksbank.
Engoria controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Brooksbank looking to hit a scissor sweep but Engoria is one step ahead there.
Engoria pushes down on Brooksbank's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Engoria trying to control the pace.
Engoria passes the guard and advances to mount! #T3#
Brooksbank is trying to escape the mount but Engoria keeps good control and instead manages to take Brooksbank's back.
Brooksbank wants to escape the position.
Engoria is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Brooksbank up.
What can Brooksbank do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight! #SUB#
Engoria looking to break Brooksbank's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Brooksbank remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Engoria will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Brooksbank rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Engoria content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T4#
Brooksbank is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Engoria jumps into side control!
Brooksbank is not content to let Engoria control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Engoria working the ground and pound.
Brooksbank is trying to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cattan Engoria dominated that round.
That's time! Engoria's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Brooksbank walks into a jab.
Brooksbank misses with a body shot. #TD#
Engoria manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Brooksbank on his heels. He'll look to pass Brooksbank's guard now, I'm sure.
We've been hearing that Engoria has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Engoria trying to control but Brooksbank is working from the bottom.
Engoria looking to sit in guard and control but Brooksbank gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Engoria wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Engoria is keeping the position for now.
Engoria is controlling Brooksbank's posture.#T1#
Brooksbank won't allow Engoria to sweep him here.
Engoria is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Brooksbank can do to turn this around?
Engoria has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Brooksbank has passed into side control.
Engoria manages to work his way to half guard, despite Brooksbank's best efforts.
Engoria is not content to let Brooksbank control the position.
Engoria controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Engoria tries to roll over but Brooksbank keeps him under control.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Brooksbank is working for a submission of some sort.
Engoria gets full guard.
Brooksbank tries to free his leg and advance position but Engoria is retaining full guard. #T3#
Engoria is trying to keep Brooksbank in close.
Engoria is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Engoria keeps the fight on the outside.
Engoria drops down looking for a counter takedown but Brooksbank sprawls and moves away.
Engoria shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Brooksbank as he jumps to the side.
Brooksbank tries to counter with a clinch but Engoria shakes him off and moves away.
Brooksbank tries to close the distance and clinch but Engoria swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Brooksbank is looking to land body kicks.#TD#
Engoria looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Cattan Engoria overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Engoria trying to control the position from guard on top but Brooksbank is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Engoria will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T4#
Engoria is really struggling to control Brooksbank but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Brooksbank wants to sweep here but Engoria controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Brooksbank throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Brooksbank is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brooksbank wants to sweep but no luck.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cattan Engoria dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Engoria attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#TD#
Brooksbank gets caught napping as Engoria dives in and scores a takedown. Brooksbank manages to retain guard.
Engoria trying to control the position from guard on top but Brooksbank is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Brooksbank is looking to cinch up a triangle. Engoria throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Brooksbank's body to avoid the submission. Brooksbank has instead reached around Engoria's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Brooksbank arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Dave Brooksbank!
Dave Brooksbank decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Cattan Engoria spoke after the fight, saying 'Life knocks me back many times before, my past. I be back strong next show!'.

Event: IFC Mid Week 4
Date: Aug 30, 2017

#R1#
Brooksbank moves out of range of the body kick.#TD2#
Brooksbank closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Yonic did well to prevent Brooksbank getting side control.
Brooksbank is trying to control. Yonic wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Yonic wants to control but Brooksbank passes into side.
Yonic is trying to control Brooksbank's posture but Brooksbank avoids it.
Yonic tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Brooksbank presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Yonic definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooksbank avoids the attempt from Yonic to control.#SUB2#
Brooksbank has control of Yonic's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Yonic regains control of the situation pretty easily. #T1#
Yonic tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brooksbank looking to control but Yonic is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Yonic has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Brooksbank has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Brooksbank biding his time, controlling Yonic. #SUB2#
Brooksbank looking to break Yonic's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Yonic remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Brooksbank will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Brooksbank controlling well, preventing Yonic from escaping the position. #SUB2#
Brooksbank has got his arm under Yonic's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Yonic has spun round into Brooksbank's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Yonic passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T3#
Yonic tries to move to full mount but Brooksbank actually manages to regain half guard.
Brooksbank is trying to control but can't.
Yonic is trying to control the action in half guard but Brooksbank is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Brooksbank is trying to get back to full guard.
Yonic seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
We've been informed that Brooksbank has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Brooksbank wants to control but Yonic passes into side. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Yonic tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Brooksbank regains half guard there - taking advantage of Yonic's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #SUB#
Yonic is trying to work for a kimura but Brooksbank is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yonic trying to pass the guard but Brooksbank defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dave Brooksbank dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Brooksbank attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Dave Brooksbank is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Brooksbank moves away from the strike by Yonic. #TD#
Yonic gets a takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brooksbank is looking to improve his position.
Yonic is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Yonic is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yonic 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.
Brooksbank trying to control the position. #T1##SUB2#
Brooksbank is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Yonic's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Yonic has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Brooksbank keeping moving, preventing Yonic from controlling successfully.
Yonic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brooksbank is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Brooksbank not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Yonic pushes down on Brooksbank's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Yonic not doing much here. #SUB2#
Brooksbank looking for submissions off his back.
Yonic tries to pass the half guard into mount. Brooksbank knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T3#
Yonic is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Brooksbank!
Brooksbank tries to hold on but Yonic pushes him away.
Brooksbank keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Yonic wants to control the pace but Brooksbank is squirming around nicely.
Yonic controlling from mount. #T4#
Yonic wants to control the action but instead Brooksbank gets a body lock and reverses into Yonic's guard! Nice work!
Yonic on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Yonic tries to get out of the position.
Brooksbank won't allow Yonic to sweep him here.
Brooksbank works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Yonic is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Brooksbank jumps into side control!
Brooksbank has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brooksbank can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Yonic is looking to escape.
Yonic has given up his back here.
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 Boss Yonic will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Brooksbank shoots in looking for a takedown but Yonic manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Brooksbank's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Yonic changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Brooksbank lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Yonic at a distance.
Brooksbank tries to clinch up#TD#
and Yonic counters with a shoot takedown. Brooksbank fights it but they end up in guard.
Yonic not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Brooksbank is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Yonic is aware though and is defending well.
Yonic sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yonic trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Brooksbank manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##T1#
Brooksbank trying to control the position from guard on top but Yonic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Yonic has his hands on Brooksbank's head, controlling the position.
Yonic's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#SUB#
Yonic has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Brooksbank can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Brooksbank pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Yonic is keeping the position for now.
Yonic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Brooksbank trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Yonic seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB#
Yonic has his foot on Brooksbank's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Brooksbank works his way back into a safe position though.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Brooksbank tries to clinch up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Brooksbank or perhaps it was just good defense by Yonic, which made it look bad.
Brooksbank throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Yonic displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Brooksbank.
Boss Yonic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Brooksbank.#TD#
Brooksbank gets caught napping as Yonic dives in and scores a takedown. Brooksbank manages to retain guard.
Yonic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Yonic postures up. #T4##SUB2#
Brooksbank pushes a forearm under Yonic's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Yonic is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dave Brooksbank!
Dave Brooksbank decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Boss Yonic was interviewed post fight and said 'Oh rats.'.

Event: IFC XII
Date: Aug 19, 2017

#R1#
Dawson lands with a good body shot.#CL#
Dawson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Dawson is leaning against Brooksbank and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Dawson obliges.
Brooksbank tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Dawson just stands there and leans against the cage.
Brooksbank is trying to break the clinch but Dawson has him pressed against the cage.
Dawson unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Brooksbank looks winded!
Dawson presses Brooksbank against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Dawson landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Dawson lands a big knee to the head and Brooksbank goes down! Dawson pounces and finishes the fight with strikes! He jumps to his feet and celebrates with the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jack Dawson!
An out of breath Jack Dawson thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: IFC IX
Date: Jul 29, 2017

#R1#
Baines throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Baines throws a jab but it's blocked by Brooksbank.
Baines catches Brooksbank with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Brooksbank ducks under a wild hook from Baines.
Baines misses with a hook. Brooksbank ducked under it nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Baines misses the target.
Brooksbank fires out a quick counter leg kick but Baines just manages to avoid it.
Baines's coach down at Death Valley Training Facility was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Baines's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Brooksbank throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Baines throws an overhand right that lands on Brooksbank's shoulder, as Brooksbank tries to avoid the shot.
Baines showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Brooksbank.
Baines throws the left hand but Brooksbank avoids the punch easily.
Delwyn Baines seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brooksbank tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Baines defends well and Brooksbank ends up having to push Baines into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A little jabbing left from Baines on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Brooksbank shoots in and drives through. Baines sprawls well.
Brooksbank looks to score with a jab to the body but Baines is just out of range.
Brooksbank moves out of range as Baines strikes.
A big left from Baines misses.
Brooksbank throws a body kick that misses. #KD2#
Baines cracks Brooksbank with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Brooksbank looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Baines finish him? #ROC2#
Brooksbank is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Baines engages and cracks Brooksbank with a massive lead left hook - Brooksbank tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Baines is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Delwyn Baines!
Delwyn Baines took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, IniTech Nutrition for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: IFC VII
Date: Jul 15, 2017

#R1#
Brooksbank throws the kick towards the body but Esch avoids it.#CL2#
Esch takes the fight into the clinch. #TD#
Brooksbank manages to pull guard.
Brooksbank has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
Esch wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Brooksbank's closed guard. He's half up but Brooksbank has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Brooksbank pivots and extends the arm, Esch falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Brooksbank! Well done that man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dave Brooksbank!
A relieved looking Dave Brooksbank thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
En Esch spoke after the fight, saying 'He cheated! Check his gloves, they've got chloroform on them!'.

Event: IFC IV
Date: Jun 24, 2017

#R1#
Brooksbank misses with a body kick.
Brooksbank takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nice shot by Malakian.#ROC#
Brooksbank is rocked!
Ohhhhhhhhhh, brutal head kick from Malakian! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Serj Malakian!
Serj Malakian decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: IFC II
Date: Jun 10, 2017

#R1#
Martin Jr tries a head kick but it misses.
Brooksbank doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Brooksbank throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Martin Jr counters with a nice double leg into side control. Brooksbank won't be happy with that.
Martin Jr looking to control but instead Brooksbank has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Brooksbank trying to get back to full guard but Martin Jr takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Brooksbank is trying to escape the mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brooksbank tries to hold on but Martin Jr pushes him away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Martin Jr throws some wild stikes that Brooksbank manages to avoid easily.
Martin Jr can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Brooksbank is looking to escape.
Brooksbank is wriggling around trying to escape. #T1#
Martin Jr throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Brooksbank 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.
Brooksbank is refusing to be controlled, as Martin Jr sits in half guard.
Brooksbank moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Brooksbank looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T2#
Martin Jr wants to pass the guard but Brooksbank is keeping the position.
Martin Jr slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SU#
Martin Jr stands up.
Michael Martin Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Brooksbank tries to sprawl but Martin Jr drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Martin Jr keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Martin Jr looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T3#
Brooksbank taking some punishment here, with Martin Jr in his half guard.
Martin Jr is keen to just control but Brooksbank is a slippery customer.
Martin Jr is stalling here. Brooksbank is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Martin Jr seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Brooksbank has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Brooksbank is looking to take a break and control but Martin Jr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Brooksbank has hold of Martin Jr's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Martin Jr seems comfortable defending it but Brooksbank has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Martin Jr is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Martin Jr is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Brooksbank couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Dave Brooksbank!

Event: IFC I
Date: Jun 03, 2017

#R1#
Vult throws a series of punches but Brooksbank moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Brooksbank on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Brooksbank takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Vult wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Vult lands with a shot to the body.
Brooksbank tries for a takedown but Vult circles away easily
and Vult counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Vult gets in close and tags Brooksbank with a short punch that almost sends Brooksbank to the mat! Oh Brooksbank is in big trouble! He turns his back on Vult, trying to create some distance but Vult rushes him, striking wildly and Brooksbank goes down! The referee tackles Vult into the cage to end the fight! Vult is one violent man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Deus Vult!

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