Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: 8L 73 - Down for the Count
Date: May 22, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Baldwin moves into the clinch.
Kennedy tries to throw a body punch but Baldwin avoids it by throwing Kennedy back against the ropes. #BC2#
Baldwin breaks the clinch.
Baldwin checks a leg kick nicely.
Kennedy walks into a stiff left hand from Baldwin.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Baldwin crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kennedy - the referee stops the clock and Baldwin gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kennedy. Baldwin manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#CL2#
Baldwin closes the distance and clinches.
Baldwin is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Baldwin wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.#BC2#
Baldwin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baldwin avoids the body shot from Kennedy.
Kennedy has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Crapollas Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Baldwin throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Baldwin looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kennedy throws a jab but it's blocked by Baldwin.
Kennedy scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Baldwin throws a right hand that misses
and Kennedy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Baldwin fails to land with a series of punches.
Kennedy looks for the body kick but Baldwin saw that one coming.
Baldwin lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Nice body kick there by Kennedy.
Some wild striking there from Baldwin.
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Baldwin moves away.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kennedy. That's going to slow Baldwin down.
Baldwin moves out of range of the body kick from Kennedy.
A head kick misses from Baldwin.
Kennedy wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kennedy fails in his attempt to clinch.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kennedy - that will leave a mark!
Baldwin fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kennedy lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Baldwin checks a leg kick.
Baldwin checks a low kick from Kennedy.
Baldwin tries to close the distance and clinch but Kennedy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T2##CL2#
Baldwin has managed to clinch.
Baldwin looking to slow down the pace here.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #BC2#
Baldwin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A shot to the body from Kennedy misses
and Baldwin counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Baldwin thumps Kennedy with a low kick.
Baldwin's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kennedy connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Baldwin scrambles back to his feet.
Kennedy throws a leg kick that misses.
Kennedy moves out of range of the strikes.
Kennedy lands a leg kick that knocks Baldwin off balance momentarily.
Kennedy avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Baldwin throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Kennedy's head.
Baldwin throws a poor cross that misses
and Kennedy counters with a nice body shot.
A head kick misses from Kennedy.
No joy there for Baldwin, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Baldwin is looking to clinch but Kennedy is avoiding it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Brandon Baldwin will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Kennedy slips a jab and a cross from Baldwin.
Baldwin lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Baldwin lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kennedy swats away the attempt to clinch by Baldwin.
Kennedy misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kennedy misses with an attempted mid kick.
Brandon Baldwin seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Baldwin swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kennedy.
Baldwin takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kennedy throws a push kick but Baldwin slaps the foot to one side.
Baldwin blocks a leg kick.
Kennedy is looking to wear down Baldwin with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kennedy looks for the body kick but Baldwin saw that one coming.
Brandon Baldwin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kennedy fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Baldwin.
Kennedy tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Baldwin paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kennedy connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kennedy scores with a spinning back kick!
Kennedy attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Kennedy moves out of range of the body kick from Baldwin.
Baldwin misses with a body kick.
Kennedy misses with a body shot.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Baldwin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kennedy.
Kennedy tries to score with a low kick but Baldwin moves his leg out of the way.
Baldwin is looking to chop away at Kennedy's legs.
Kennedy takes a swing at Baldwin's ribcage but misses.
Baldwin shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL2#
Baldwin moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Baldwin breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Baldwin takes the fight into the clinch.
Baldwin taking a breather.
Kennedy has Baldwin pressed against the ropes, preventing Baldwin from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Baldwin tries to break free but Kennedy pushes him back against the ropes.#T2##BC#
Kennedy breaks from the clinch.
Baldwin throws a one two combo.
Baldwin misses with a body kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Baldwin misses with a hook.
Kennedy thumps Baldwin with a low kick.
Kennedy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Baldwin.
A big right from Baldwin misses.
Baldwin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Baldwin lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kennedy blocks a head kick by Baldwin.
Baldwin wants to clinch up but Kennedy keeps it at a distance.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Kennedy crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Baldwin - the referee stops the clock and Kennedy gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Baldwin. Kennedy manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Baldwin avoids the body shot from Kennedy.
Baldwin throws out a counter right but Kennedy avoids it with no problem.
Baldwin connects with a leg kick.
Baldwin is looking to land body kicks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Brandon Baldwin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Kennedy scores with a sloppy right hand. Baldwin should have avoided that one.
Baldwin checks a leg kick.
Baldwin lets loose with a powerful body kick. Kennedy will feel that in the morning.
Baldwin checks a leg kick.
Baldwin takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Baldwin lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kennedy throws a body kick that misses.
Kennedy walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kennedy throws a push kick but Baldwin slaps the foot to one side.
Baldwin throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kennedy tries to move into range but Baldwin moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Baldwin lunges at Kennedy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kennedy's hand.
Kennedy bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kennedy cracks Baldwin with a good jab.
Kennedy throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Baldwin, as that shot connected. #T1#
Baldwin throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Baldwin throws a wild body kick that Kennedy sees coming a mile off.
Kennedy is looking to counter with a body kick.
Kennedy scores with a sloppy right hand. Baldwin should have avoided that one.
Baldwin misses with a body kick.
Left hook, right uppercut from Baldwin. #CL2#
Baldwin rushes Kennedy and presses him up against the ropes.
Baldwin is looking to break free of the clinch but Kennedy has double underhooks. #BC2#
Baldwin breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Baldwin closes the distance and pushes Kennedy back into the ropes.#BC2#
Baldwin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kennedy throws a leg kick but Baldwin moved away.
Kennedy fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Baldwin is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kennedy throws a quick counter kick to the body but Baldwin avoids it.#CL2#
Baldwin clinches up against the ropes.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC#
Kennedy manages to break the clinch.
Kennedy digs a good body shot into Baldwin's ribs.
Kennedy pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL#
Kennedy closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Kennedy breaks from the clinch.
Baldwin avoids the head kick by Kennedy.
Kennedy tries a head kick but it misses.
Kennedy is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Baldwin.
Kennedy throws the kick towards the body but Baldwin avoids it.
Despite the aggression on Baldwin's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kennedy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kennedy throws the kick towards the body but Baldwin avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kennedy. #KD2#
Baldwin staggers Kennedy with a jab and knocks him down with a follow up straight! Kennedy 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! Just in time and the ref is going to let the fight continue!
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Brandon Baldwin is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#ROC2#Kennedy is rocked!
Kennedy attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.

And that's the end of the fight!
Brandon Baldwin comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Baldwin 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight for Brandon Baldwin!
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight for Brandon Baldwin!
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight for Brandon Baldwin!

Brandon Baldwin wins by unanimous decision!
After the big win, Brandon Baldwin made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors KOMBAT KLOTHING and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: 8L 67 - Ulysses
Date: Apr 24, 2021

#R1#
Kennedy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Yamamotica throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kennedy moves out of range of the leg kick from Yamamotica.
Kennedy looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Yamamotica scores with a jab. Kennedy acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Yamamotica avoids a kick to the body.
Kennedy takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Yamamotica cracks Kennedy with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kennedy delivers a nice body kick.
Kennedy misses with a looping right.
A jab from Yamamotica finds it's way through Kennedy's defenses.
Kennedy throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Yamamotica swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Yamamotica blocks a head kick by Kennedy.
Kennedy scores with a hook to the body. Yamamotica takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Yamamotica moves out of range of the body kick.
Kennedy moves away from the strike by Yamamotica.
Jab from Yamamotica.#T1#
Yamamotica throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Yamamotica slips a straight right by Kennedy.
Yamamotica let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kennedy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Yamamotica keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yamamotica connects with the punch.
Kennedy lands a slapping body shot.
Yamamotica fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kennedy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kennedy defending well as Yamamotica loads up on a big left hand.
Yamamotica scores with the left hand. Kennedy knows he should have avoided that one.
Kennedy misses with a looping right.
Yamamotica has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kennedy gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Kennedy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kennedy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Yamamotica.
Kennedy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A little jabbing left from Yamamotica on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kennedy throws the kick towards the body but Yamamotica avoids it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Yamamotica avoids the head kick by Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Yamamotica doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T2#
Kennedy looks to land a body kick but Yamamotica moved away.
Kennedy swings for the body but Yamamotica moves out of range.
As Kennedy backs off Yamamotica throws a huge counter combo but Kennedy manages to avoid it all.
Kennedy walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Yamamotica just misses with a punch to the body.
Yamamotica moves out of range of the body kick from Kennedy.
Kennedy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kennedy tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Yamamotica paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kennedy is looking to wear down Yamamotica with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kennedy throws a lazy body kick
and Yamamotica counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kennedy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Yamamotica.
Yamamotica moves out of range of the body kick from Kennedy.
Yamamotica wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice defenses there by Yamamotica.
Yamamotica is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Kennedy had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Yamamotica defending well as Kennedy loads up on a big left hand.
Yamamotica connects with a looping right hand.
Kennedy throws the kick towards the body but Yamamotica avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kalicius Yamamotica dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kennedy looks for the body kick but Yamamotica saw that one coming.
Nice jab there from Yamamotica.
Some wild striking there from Yamamotica.
Kennedy misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Yamamotica counters with a nice uppercut.
Kalicius Yamamotica seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kennedy misses with a kick to the body.
Kennedy takes one to the chin there.
Yamamotica bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kennedy tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kennedy throws a body punch but Yamamotica moves out of range.
Yamamotica throws out a counter right but Kennedy avoids it with no problem.
Yamamotica will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yamamotica throws a hook but Kennedy avoids it easily.
Yamamotica throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kennedy counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Yamamotica misses with a looping left.
Kennedy takes one to the chin there.#T1#
A right-left combo lands from Yamamotica.
Kennedy connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kennedy slips under a jab.
Kennedy throws a jab when Yamamotica was well out of range.
Kennedy is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Yamamotica.
Yamamotica attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kennedy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Yamamotica takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Yamamotica takes one to the chin there.
Kennedy gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Yamamotica.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Yamamotica misses with a hook.
A lazy left from Yamamotica finds it's target.
Yamamotica has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kennedy misses with a looping left.
Kalicius Yamamotica is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Yamamotica throws a good cross that connects.
Yamamotica scores with a sloppy right hand. Kennedy should have avoided that one.
Kennedy stuns Yamamotica with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Yamamotica moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Kennedy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kennedy ducks under a wild hook from Yamamotica.
A low kick from Kennedy misses
and Yamamotica counters with a series of strikes. Kennedy will be more careful next time no doubt.
Kennedy fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kennedy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yamamotica was well out of range. Poor timing from Kennedy.
Yamamotica throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kennedy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kennedy thows a leg kick but Yamamotica checks it
and Yamamotica counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kennedy misses with a body shot.
Kennedy buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kennedy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kalicius Yamamotica showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Kennedy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Yamamotica fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kennedy.
Yamamotica looks to land a right hand but Kennedy moved out of range.
Kennedy throws a quick counter kick to the body but Yamamotica avoids it.
Yamamotica misses with a series of wild punches.
Kennedy moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Yamamotica throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Yamamotica clobbers Kennedy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kennedy digs a good hook to Yamamotica's body.
Kennedy throws a leg kick but Yamamotica sees it coming and moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy sizes up Yamamotica with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kennedy looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Yamamotica throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kennedy misses with a body shot.
Kennedy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Yamamotica.
Kalicius Yamamotica seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big right from Kennedy misses. #T1#
A left lands for Yamamotica.
Kennedy needs to keep his hands up - Yamamotica had a free shot at his head there.
Yamamotica misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kennedy slips a jab and a cross from Yamamotica.
Kennedy fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Yamamotica on the side of the head.
Yamamotica scores with a hook to the body. Kennedy takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Yamamotica connects with the punch.
Kennedy misses with a combination
and Yamamotica counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Yamamotica throws an overhand right that lands on Kennedy's shoulder, as Kennedy tries to avoid the shot.
Yamamotica connects with a crisp jab.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Yamamotica!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kennedy throws a chopping leg kick but Yamamotica manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Yamamotica swats away the attempt to clinch by Kennedy.
Yamamotica looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Kennedy slips under a jab.
Kennedy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Yamamotica looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Yamamotica lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nice body punch from Kennedy.
Yamamotica avoids a kick to the body.
Yamamotica just misses with a punch to the body.
Yamamotica throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Kennedy counter with a right hand.
Kennedy digs a good body shot into Yamamotica's ribs.
Yamamotica with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kennedy to score with a decent uppercut.
Yamamotica just misses with a punch to the body.
It appears Kennedy was looking to counter with a kick there.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kennedy misses with a low kick as Yamamotica jumps back.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses
and Yamamotica counters with a lovely straight right hand!

And that's the end of the fight!
Kalicius Yamamotica comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Yamamotica 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 James Ackerman scores the fight for Kalicius Yamamotica!
Judge James Glass scores the fight for Kalicius Yamamotica!
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight for Kalicius Yamamotica!

Kalicius Yamamotica wins by unanimous decision!

Event: 8L 61 - Paperclips
Date: Mar 27, 2021

#R1#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kennedy, as that shot connected.
Maartins lands a jab to the head.
Kennedy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kennedy takes one to the chin there.
Nice defenses there by Maartins.
Kennedy has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Some wild striking there from Maartins.
Kennedy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kennedy on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Maartins misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kennedy.
Maartins misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kennedy.
Kennedy tries to score with a low kick but Maartins moves his leg out of the way.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kennedy.
Maartins throws a nice head kick!
Maartins tries to clinch there but Kennedy circles away.
Maartins throws a right and a left that Kennedy avoids nicely.
Kennedy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
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!
Maartins misses with an uppercut. Kennedy saw that one coming.
Kennedy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Maartins with a body shot.
Maartins throws a front kick aimed at Kennedy's knee but Kennedy avoids it well.
Maartins thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Nice uppercut lands for Maartins. That snapped Kennedy's head back.
Kennedy circles away from the clinch attempt.
Maartins throws a push kick but Kennedy slaps the foot to one side.
Maartins doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kennedy digs a good hook to Maartins's body.
Kennedy is looking to land body kicks.#CL2#
Kennedy closes the distance and pushes Maartins back into the ropes.#BC2#
Kennedy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Maartins scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Maartins defending well as Kennedy loads up on a big left hand.
Kennedy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Maartins avoids the body shot from Kennedy.
Maartins moves out of range of the body kick from Kennedy.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Maartins.
Maartins chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kennedy fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Maartins checks it well.
Kennedy misses with a looping right.
Maartins looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kennedy steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Maartins.
Yevgen Maartins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kennedy throws a lazy right hand but Maartins sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Maartins throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Kennedy takes one to the chin there.
Maartins cracks Kennedy with a good jab.
Maartins throws a head kick that Kennedy semi-blocks.
Maartins scores with a nice strike.
Maartins takes one to the chin there.
Kennedy has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CL2#
Kennedy fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Maartins, pushing him back against the ropes.#BC2#
Kennedy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Maartins clobbers Kennedy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kennedy blocks a head kick by Maartins.
Kennedy needs to keep his hands up - Maartins had a free shot at his head there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Maartins avoids the head kick by Kennedy.
Maartins tries to bum rush Kennedy with a series of wild strikes but Kennedy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses.
Maartins checks a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yevgen Maartins dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Maartins bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kennedy's head backwards.
Kennedy thows a body kick. Maartins tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Maartins has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kennedy.
Both fighters circling a little - Kennedy finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Kennedy scores with a head kick.
Maartins throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maartins will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Maartins moves out of range of the body kick.
Yevgen Maartins is winning the standup battle so far.
Maartins looks to land a left hand but Kennedy moved out of range nicely.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Kennedy chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Maartins can pounce on him.
Maartins connects with the punch.
Maartins lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Maartins keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kennedy misses with an uppercut
and Maartins counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A jab from Maartins finds it's way through Kennedy's defenses.
Kennedy connects with a jab.#T1#
Kennedy fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Maartins is out of range.
Maartins looks to land a right hand but Kennedy moved out of range.
Maartins misses with a straight left.
Kennedy misses with a shot to the body
and Maartins counters with a right hand to the body.
Kennedy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Maartins.
A swing and a miss from Maartins.
Kennedy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Maartins swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Maartins ducks under a wild hook from Kennedy.
Kennedy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kennedy chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Maartins can pounce on him. #CL2#
Kennedy drives through and clinches with Maartins against the ropes.
Maartins lands a knee to the head.
Maartins misses with an elbow strike. #BC2#
Kennedy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Maartins fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kennedy is out of range.
Kennedy throws a body punch but Maartins moves out of range. #T2#
Kennedy throws a push kick but Maartins slaps the foot to one side.
Kennedy checks the leg kick.
Maartins is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?
Maartins clobbers Kennedy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
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!
Kennedy lands an overhand right.
Maartins fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Maartins scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Maartins lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Maartins looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Maartins tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kennedy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kennedy throws out a counter right but Maartins avoids it with no problem.
Kennedy is looking to clinch.
Maartins dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kennedy. That did some damage!
Kennedy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kennedy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Maartins tries to clinch but Kennedy is having none of it.
Maartins works the jab nicely.
Maartins throws a low kick but Kennedy avoids it.
Kennedy appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yevgen Maartins dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Maartins scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Kennedy checks a leg kick.
Maartins tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kennedy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kennedy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Maartins throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Maartins tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kennedy scores with a kick to the body.
A head kick misses from Maartins.
Maartins blocks a low kick nicely.
Kennedy throws a quick inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maartins connects with an inside leg kick.
Maartins throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kennedy.
Maartins connects with the punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Maartins tried to score with a low kick but Kennedy checks it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kennedy.
Kennedy is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Kennedy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T1#
Maartins throws an overhand right that lands on Kennedy's shoulder, as Kennedy tries to avoid the shot.
Yevgen Maartins is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kennedy lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Maartins steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Maartins.
Kennedy thows a left - swing and a miss!
Maartins throws a quick inside leg kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kennedy.
No joy there for Maartins, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Maartins looks to land a right hand but Kennedy moved out of range.
Kennedy misses with a double jab.
Maartins throwing a counter right hand but Kennedy manages to avoid it.
Maartins fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Yevgen Maartins is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kennedy throws a sloppy head kick and Maartins moves out of range easily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a low kick but it's checked well by Maartins.
Maartins misses with the body kick#CL2#
and Kennedy holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kennedy managing to block the knees to the body from Maartins. #T2##BC2#
Kennedy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Maartins throws a head kick but Kennedy moves out of range.
Maartins throws the kick towards the body but Kennedy avoids it.
Kennedy tries a quick counter leg kick but Maartins is wise to it.
Kennedy looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Maartins avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Maartins thinks about countering with a head kick.
Maartins with a hook.
Kennedy lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CL2#
Kennedy drives through and clinches with Maartins against the ropes.
Maartins working Kennedy over with knees to the body.
Maartins lands a knee to the head.
Maartins misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kennedy.
Kennedy misses with a knee strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kennedy looking to stall. #BC#
Maartins's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Maartins.

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 Yevgen Maartins.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Maartins, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight for Yevgen Maartins!
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight for Yevgen Maartins!
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight for Yevgen Maartins!

Yevgen Maartins wins by unanimous decision!
During a confident post fight interview, Yevgen Maartins thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 20, 2021

#R1#
Kennedy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tanner connects with the punch.
Kennedy defending well as Tanner loads up on a big left hand.
Tanner throws a right hand that misses
and Kennedy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice jab there from Tanner.
Kennedy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kennedy looks winded!
Kennedy shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kennedy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tanner moves into range and connects with a jab.
Tanner throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kennedy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Decent striking displayed by Tanner there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kennedy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Tanner counter with a right hand.
Tanner works the jab nicely.
Kennedy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T1#
Tanner lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tanner with a hook.
Nice defenses there by Kennedy.
Tanner looks to land a left hand but Kennedy moved out of range nicely.
Tanner looks to land a right hand but Kennedy moved out of range.
Kennedy slips under a jab from Tanner.
Tanner has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Handsome Guys Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Tanner stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tanner looks to land a right hand but Kennedy moved out of range.
Tanner steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kennedy.
Tanner was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kennedy has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Tanner swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kennedy misses with a two punch combination.
Kennedy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Tanner sprawls well. Tanner wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kennedy gets slowly back to his feet.#T2#
Tanner thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kennedy takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Nice defenses there by Kennedy.
Tanner throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kennedy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tanner swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A telegraphed right hand from Tanner misses the target.
Kennedy lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tanner throws a good cross that connects.
Tanner misses the jab.
Kennedy moves out of range as Tanner strikes.
Kennedy throws a low kick but Tanner moves out of range easily.
Tanner throws a jab when Kennedy was well out of range.
Kennedy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tanner getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T3#
Jab from Tanner.
Kennedy throws a body punch but Tanner moves out of range.
Kennedy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tanner sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A slow jab from Tanner misses its intended target.
Tanner misses the jab.
Tanner loads up on a big right hand but Kennedy slips the punch.
Tanner sets himself, and Kennedy steps forward looking for the clinch! Tanner avoids it this time.
Jason Tanner is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kennedy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kennedy takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A big left from Tanner misses.
Tanner misses with a looping left.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kennedy! But no joy.
Good work by Tanner as he checks the leg kick.
Kennedy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tanner is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kennedy ducks under a wild hook from Tanner.#T4#
Tanner looks to land a left hand but Kennedy moved out of range nicely.
Tanner throws a shot from downtown. Kennedy moves away and avoids it.
Kennedy moves away from the strike by Tanner.
Tanner paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tanner misses with a straight left.
Kennedy misses with a body shot.
Nice defenses there by Kennedy.
Tanner misses with an uppercut.
Tanner misses with a straight right.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tanner scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kennedy in his tracks.
Kennedy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tanner.
Kennedy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tanner.
Tanner scores with a nice right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Tanner dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Kennedy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tanner misses with an uppercut.
Kennedy moves out of range of the strikes.
Nice defenses there by Kennedy.
Kennedy moves out of range of the strikes.
Tanner tests Kennedy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kennedy takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kennedy works Tanner's body with a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy misses with a takedown attempt
and Tanner counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kennedy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kennedy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tanner.
The fighters circling - Tanner throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tanner rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kennedy counters with a solid body kick.
Tanner misses the jab.
Kennedy is breathing heavily.#T1#
Kennedy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tanner.
Tanner misses with an uppercut. Kennedy saw that one coming.
Tanner slaps away a takedown attempt from Kennedy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Tanner is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tanner misses with an uppercut. Kennedy saw that one coming.
Kennedy slips a straight right by Tanner.
Kennedy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The fighters circling - Tanner throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kennedy moves out of range of the strikes.
Kennedy moves out of range as Tanner strikes.
A swing and a miss from Tanner.
Kennedy steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Tanner works the jab nicely.
Kennedy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Tanner jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The fighters circling - Tanner throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tanner dips to his left and cracks Kennedy with an uppercut!
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Kennedy might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Tanner has got the better of the exchanges.
Tanner throws a jab but it's blocked by Kennedy.
Tanner fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kennedy on the side of the head.
Kennedy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kennedy tries a head kick but it misses.
Tanner throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kennedy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tanner clobbers Kennedy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tanner scores with a nice strike.
Kennedy takes one on the button.
Tanner throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kennedy sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
Kennedy moves out of range of the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kennedy! But no joy.
Tanner connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kennedy.
A swing and a miss from Tanner.
Kennedy throws a body kick that misses.
A jab from Tanner finds it's way through Kennedy's defenses.
Tanner misses with a straight right.
Tanner scores with a decent looking hook.
Tanner throws a big shot that misses.
Kennedy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tanner.
Nice defenses there by Kennedy.
Kennedy staying out of range there.
A big left from Tanner misses. #T4#
Tanner moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tanner throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kennedy on the side of the head.
Kennedy takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A swing and a miss from Tanner.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kennedy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tanner throws out the jab.
And Kennedy tries to counter it with a takedown but Tanner pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tanner missing with a left hand there. Kennedy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tanner loads up on a big right hand but Kennedy slips the punch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kennedy! But no joy.
Tanner scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tanner misses with a hook. Kennedy ducked under it nicely.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tanner misses with a looping right.
Tanner looks to land a left hand but Kennedy moved out of range nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Tanner dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tanner misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Kennedy counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tanner pushes Kennedy off looking to stand but Kennedy dives back in and keeps control.
Kennedy seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Tanner is trying to stand up here but Kennedy is controlling him well.
Tanner knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kennedy on the ground.
Kennedy wants to take a breather but Tanner is having none of it.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Tanner is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?
Tanner looks like he's trying to stand up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CL2#
Kennedy has managed to clinch.
Kennedy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tanner wants to break free but Kennedy has control. #T1#
Tanner is pressed up against the cage. Kennedy has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tanner down to the mat. Tanner avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Tanner throws an overhand right that lands on Kennedy's shoulder, as Kennedy tries to avoid the shot.
Jason Tanner is winning the standup battle so far.
Tanner sizes up Kennedy with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A jab from Tanner misses.
Tanner 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.
Kennedy takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tanner clobbers Kennedy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kennedy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tanner missing with a left hand there. Kennedy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kennedy with the counter takedown but Tanner avoids it easily.
Tanner bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kennedy's head.
Tanner avoids a kick to the body.
Kennedy looks to score with a jab to the body but Tanner is just out of range.
Jason Tanner is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Kennedy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tanner.
Tanner throws a jab when Kennedy was well out of range.
And Kennedy responds with a good body kick, but Tanner manages to step out the way in time.
A jab lands there for Tanner.
Kennedy wants to clinch.
Kennedy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Tanner counters with a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A jab lands there for Tanner.
Tanner lands a jab to the head.
Good exchange - Tanner coming out on top.
Tanner tests Kennedy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tanner swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A head kick misses from Kennedy. #T3#
Kennedy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tanner throws a shot from downtown. Kennedy moves away and avoids it.
And Kennedy responds with a good body kick, but Tanner manages to step out the way in time.
A jab from Tanner misses.
A slow jab from Tanner misses its intended target.
Kennedy doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kennedy ducks under a wild hook from Tanner.
A swing and a miss from Tanner.
Tanner jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A swing and a miss from Tanner.
Kennedy closes the distance but Tanner moves to the side
and Tanner counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tanner cracks Kennedy with a good jab.
Tanner looks to land a left hand but Kennedy moved out of range nicely.
Kennedy follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#T4#
A big right from Tanner misses.
Kennedy moves out of range of the strikes.
Kennedy steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tanner.
Tanner thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tanner waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kennedy.
Kennedy drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tanner defends it well.
A swing and a miss from Tanner.
Tanner throws a jab when Kennedy was well out of range.
Kennedy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tanner with a body shot.
Tanner lands a head shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Tanner misses the target.
Kennedy looks for the body kick but Tanner saw that one coming.
Tanner misses with a hook. Kennedy ducked under it nicely.
Kennedy moves out of range of the strikes.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tanner is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kennedy.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:26
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jason Tanner!
Jason Tanner really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that KOMBAT KLOTHING logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: PANDA 86
Date: Feb 13, 2021

#R1#
Popper connects with the punch.
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kennedy misses with a kick to the body.
It looked like Popper wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kennedy misses with a leg kick.
Popper half committed to a counter leg kick.
Popper misses with a wild combination.
Popper walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Popper lands with a kick to the ribs.
Kennedy has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Bung Popper seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Popper moves into range and connects with a jab.
Popper scores with a head kick. Kennedy tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Kennedy misses with a wild body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice body punch from Popper. #CL2#
Kennedy drives through and clinches with Popper against the cage.
A short right from Popper.
Popper pushes Kennedy back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Popper's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#T1#
Kennedy misses with a body punch.
Popper scores with a shot to the side of Kennedy's head. #BC2#
Kennedy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Popper uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kennedy.
Kennedy moves in looking to clinch but Popper pushes him off.
A nice leg kick from Popper, right into the meat of the thigh.
Popper misses with a body kick.
Kennedy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Popper.
Popper walks into a straight right hand from Kennedy.
Kennedy moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kennedy scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Popper lands with a kick to the ribs. #T2#
Popper throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Popper listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Popper walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kennedy checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Popper misses with a double jab.
Kennedy misses with a low kick.
A slow jab from Popper misses its intended target.
Kennedy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Popper.
Popper throws the kick towards the body but Kennedy avoids it.
Kennedy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Popper takes one to the side of the head.
Kennedy goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A little feinted left hand from Popper on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kennedy dodges the punch combination from Popper.
Kennedy avoids the head kick by Popper.
Popper just misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Popper missing with a left hand there. Kennedy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Popper pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kennedy steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Kennedy moves away from the strike by Popper.
Kennedy only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Popper throws a body punch but Kennedy moves out of range.
Popper misses with a low kick.
Kennedy changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kennedy. Popper does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kennedy tries to close the distance and clinch up but Popper swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kennedy fails in his attempt to clinch.
Popper is looking to counter punch.
Popper throws a solid leg kick but Kennedy takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Popper.
Popper comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kennedy misses with a low kick.
Kennedy throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Popper attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kennedy avoids the head kick by Popper. #T4#
Nice straight punches there by Popper. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Popper.
Popper fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Popper lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kennedy circles away quickly and effectively.
Popper tries to clinch but Kennedy is having none of it. #CL2#
Kennedy clinches up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC#
Popper breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kennedy misses with a wild body shot.
Bung Popper is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Popper throws a shot from downtown. Kennedy moves away and avoids it.
Good work by Kennedy as he checks the leg kick.
Kennedy slips a jab and a cross from Popper.
Popper lands with an overhand left.
Kennedy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Popper was well out of range. Poor timing from Kennedy.
Kennedy takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
No luck for Kennedy with that takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bung Popper 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#
Popper avoids the head kick by Kennedy.
Kennedy's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Popper connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kennedy scrambles back to his feet.
A cross from Kennedy lands.
Popper stuns Kennedy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kennedy is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Popper rather than just go for the knockout.
A good leg kick by Popper.
Popper with the inside leg kick.
Popper is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?
A combination from Popper does no damage.
Kennedy attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Popper uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kennedy.
Bung Popper is winning the standup battle so far.
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Popper moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Popper misses with a jab, cross combination.
And Kennedy responds with a good body kick, but Popper manages to step out the way in time.
Popper connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Popper throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kennedy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Popper blocks a head kick by Kennedy.
Popper throws a nice head kick! #T1#
Popper blocks the body kick.
Popper keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Popper cracks Kennedy with a good jab.
Popper with a nice calf kick.
Popper looks for the body kick but Kennedy saw that one coming.
Kennedy misses with a body kick.
A right-left combo lands from Popper.
Kennedy lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kennedy tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Popper manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Popper connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kennedy momentarily.
An inside leg kick from Popper misses.
Popper avoids the body shot from Kennedy.
It looked like Popper wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kennedy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Popper gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kennedy.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kennedy lands a head shot.
Popper throws a right hand that Kennedy ducks under and follows up with a left that Kennedy also avoids with ease.
Popper attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Popper scores with a decent looking hook.
Popper throws a head kick that misses. #TD2#
Kennedy looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Kennedy tries to free his leg and advance position but Popper is retaining full guard.
Kennedy controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kennedy preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Popper keeping moving, preventing Kennedy from controlling successfully. #T3#
Popper being controlled here, momentarily.
Kennedy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Popper swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kennedy postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Popper paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Popper fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kennedy manages to avoid it.
Popper lands with a straight right. Kennedy didn't see that one coming.
Bung Popper is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T4#
A big left from Kennedy misses.
Kennedy slips a straight right by Popper.
Kennedy swinging wildly here.
Popper moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Kennedy blocks a head kick by Popper.
Popper will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kennedy feints the counter takedown.
Kennedy tests Popper's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kennedy slips a jab from Popper.
Popper throws a sloppy head kick and Kennedy moves out of range easily.
A swing and a miss from Popper.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bung Popper dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Kennedy tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Popper manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kennedy throws a body kick that misses.
Kennedy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Popper moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kennedy has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Popper connects with a jab.
Kennedy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Popper.
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Popper moves away.
Kennedy throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Popper's head.
Popper works the jab nicely.
Kennedy goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Popper lands a nice shot that snaps Kennedy's head back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy slips a jab and a cross from Popper.
Kennedy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Popper connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Popper moves out of range of the strikes.
Kennedy jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
A nice combination there by Popper.
Popper throws a low kick but Kennedy avoids it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kennedy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Popper tries to clinch
and Kennedy counters with a straight right hand.
Kennedy throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kennedy on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Popper swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Popper connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Popper fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kennedy attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kennedy connects with a good right hand that stumbles Popper. Popper circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Popper is looking to clinch but Kennedy is avoiding it. #T2#
Popper connects with a leg kick.
Popper misses with a jab to the body
and Kennedy counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kennedy looks to land a body kick but Popper moved away.
Popper throws a looping overhand right but Kennedy ducks down to avoid it.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Popper seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kennedy is defended easily by Popper.
Popper throws a nice inside leg kick.
Popper scores with a decent looking hook.
Kennedy throws a right hand that Popper ducks under and follows up with a left that Popper also avoids with ease.
Kennedy swings for the body but Popper moves out of range. #T3#
Popper goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Popper just misses with a punch to the body.
Kennedy takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Popper throws a good cross that connects.
Popper shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kennedy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Popper throws a looping overhand right but Kennedy ducks down to avoid it.
Popper misses with a head kick.
A punch combination from Popper misses.
Kennedy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kennedy falls off balance throwing a combination
and Popper counters with a left and a right that stings Kennedy.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Popper will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kennedy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Popper is fending him off so far but Kennedy persists. Nope, Popper circles away and we're back to standing.#T4##TD2#
Kennedy looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Popper!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kennedy throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Kennedy wants to control but Popper is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Kennedy is trying to get an arm triangle but Popper is defending well.
The strikes coming from Kennedy are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Kennedy trying to control the action but Popper is working from the bottom.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Kennedy tries for a kimura but Popper is defending well.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bung Popper!
An out of breath and clearly excited Bung Popper thanked UnderGround Supplements for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: PANDA 76
Date: Jan 22, 2021

#R1#
Kriel tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kennedy was well out of range. Poor timing from Kriel.
Kennedy with a poor takedown
and Kriel counters with a head kick. That will keep Kennedy thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Kriel connects with a body shot.
Kriel slips a jab from Kennedy.
Kennedy sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Kriel looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Willem Kriel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy scores with a head kick.
Kriel misses with a kick to the body.
Kriel throws an off balance right hand
and Kennedy counters with a stiff right hand.
We've been informed that Kennedy 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.
Kriel throws a body kick that misses.
Kennedy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kriel with a body shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kriel.
Kriel thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kennedy if he has to take too many more of those.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice takedown defense from Kriel. No joy for Kennedy on that attempt.
Kriel misses with a low kick as Kennedy jumps back.
Kriel misses with a body shot.
Good work by Kennedy as he checks the leg kick.
And Kennedy tries to counter it with a takedown but Kriel pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Kriel works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T1##CL2#
Kennedy closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Kriel pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kennedy throws out a leg kick but Kriel moves out of range and Kennedy only half commits.
Kennedy checks a leg kick.
Kriel throws a leg kick but Kennedy sees it coming and moves out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a chopping leg kick but Kriel manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kriel throwing a counter right hand but Kennedy manages to avoid it.
Kriel misses with a low kick.
A jab lands there for Kriel.
Kennedy attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Jab by Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a front kick aimed at Kriel's knee but Kriel avoids it well.
Willem Kriel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kennedy throws a jab when Kriel was well out of range.
Kriel scores with a jab.
Kriel missing with a left hand there. Kennedy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kennedy follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kriel checks a leg kick. #T2#
Kriel lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kennedy at a distance.
Kennedy moves out of range of the body kick from Kriel.
Kriel attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kennedy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kennedy looks to land a body kick but Kriel moved away.
Kriel swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kriel loads up on a big right hand but Kennedy slips the punch.
Kennedy throws a jab but it's blocked by Kriel.
Kriel ducks under a wild hook from Kennedy.
Kennedy tries to land a body kick
enabling Kriel to counter with a crisp jab.
Kennedy is looking to chop away at Kriel's legs.
Kennedy throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kennedy lands a nice shot to the body.
Kriel throws a head kick that misses.
Kennedy throws a leg kick that misses.
Kriel throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kennedy tries to counter with a clinch but Kriel shakes him off and moves away.#T3#
Kennedy misses with a low kick as Kriel jumps back.
Kriel rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kennedy counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A jab from Kriel misses.
Kriel ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A head kick by Kennedy misses
and Kriel makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kriel checks a low kick from Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a solid leg kick but Kriel takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kennedy.
Kriel misses with an uppercut
and Kennedy counters with a solid body kick.
Kennedy throws a series of punches but Kriel avoids them all with ease.
Kriel throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kennedy on the side of the head.
Kriel avoids the head kick by Kennedy.
Kennedy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kriel. Kriel obviously looking to wear him down.
Kriel throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kennedy.
Kriel throws a jab when Kennedy was well out of range.
Kriel scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kennedy doesn't seem bothered though. #T4#
Kennedy throws a sloppy head kick and Kriel moves out of range easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kriel throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A jab from Kriel misses.
Kriel scores with a jab to the head.
Kriel fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kennedy checks it well.
Kennedy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kriel on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kriel swats away the attempt to clinch by Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
An inside leg kick lands from Kriel.
Kriel goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kennedy drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A cross from Kriel lands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Willem Kriel dominated that round.
That's time! Kriel's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Kriel chopping away at his opponent's legs. #CL2#
Kennedy pushes Kriel up against the cage in a clinch.
Kennedy blocks the elbow strike.
Kennedy dodges an elbow strike from Kriel. #BC#
Kriel breaks the clinch.
Kriel lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kennedy takes a step back to recover.
A slow jab from Kriel misses its intended target.
Kennedy looks to land a body kick but Kriel moved away.
Kriel throwing a counter right hand but Kennedy manages to avoid it.
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kriel moves away.
Kennedy checks a leg kick nicely.
Kennedy throws a series of strikes that have Kriel backpedaling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kriel thuds a left hand into Kennedy's body.
Kriel tries to land a body kick
and Kennedy counters with a two punch combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A shot to the liver by Kennedy. Beautiful body shot.
Kennedy throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kriel misses with a body shot. #T1#
Kennedy needs to keep his hands up - Kriel had a free shot at his head there.
A head kick by Kriel misses
and Kennedy counters with a nice uppercut.
Kriel misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kennedy.
Kennedy counters with a body kick.
Willem Kriel is winning the standup battle so far.
Kennedy looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kriel takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kriel is looking to slow Kennedy down with leg kicks.
Kennedy slips under a jab from Kriel.
Kriel attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kennedy misses with a hook. Kriel ducked under it nicely.
Kriel on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kennedy throws a series of punches but Kriel moves out of range.
Kriel thinks about countering with a head kick.
Kriel misses with a double jab.
Kennedy appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kennedy walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kriel goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kriel thumps Kennedy with a low kick.
Kriel lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kriel blocks a head kick by Kennedy.
Kennedy tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kriel is able to avoid easily.
Kriel sizes up Kennedy with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kennedy looks to throw the jab but Kriel is out of range.
Kriel throws out a leg kick but Kennedy moves out of range and Kriel only half commits.
Kennedy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kennedy moves away from the strike by Kriel.
Kriel blocks a head kick by Kennedy.
Kriel tries to work over Kennedy's front leg with a kick but Kennedy checks it.
Kennedy with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kriel to score with a decent uppercut.
Kennedy sizes up Kriel with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kennedy throws a body punch but Kriel moves out of range. #T3#
Kriel misses with a wild body shot.
Kennedy scores with the left hand. Kriel knows he should have avoided that one.
Kriel motions for Kennedy to come forward. Kriel throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kriel throws an overhand right that lands on Kennedy's shoulder, as Kennedy tries to avoid the shot.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kriel, as that shot connected.
Kennedy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kriel.
Kriel quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Kennedy misses the shot to the body.
Kriel chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kennedy throws a body kick that misses.
Kriel is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kennedy.
Kriel tries to land a leg kick but Kennedy saw it coming and moves away.
A jab lands there for Kriel.
Kennedy avoids the body shot from Kriel.
Kennedy moves forwards but Kriel connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T4#
Kennedy scoring well with a low kick there.
Kriel misses with a kick to the body.
Kriel throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kennedy misses with a leg kick.
Kriel will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kriel missing with a left hand there. Kennedy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kriel circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kennedy with a hook.
Kriel throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Kennedy counters with a nice uppercut.
A head kick misses from Kriel.
Kriel takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kennedy connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kriel throws a head kick that misses.
Kriel misses with a body punch
and Kennedy counters with a stiff right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Steven Kennedy will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Kennedy misses with a wild body shot.
Jab from Kriel.
Kennedy takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kriel's corner calls for a 1-2. Kriel obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kennedy misses the shot to the body.
Kennedy moves out of range of the strikes.
Kennedy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kennedy takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Kriel misses with a lunging right hand
and Kennedy makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Kriel really felt that one!
Kriel moves out of range of the body kick.
Kriel throws a head kick but Kennedy moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy throws a big shot that misses.
Kennedy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kriel seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Kriel just misses with a punch to the body.
Kriel throws a head kick but Kennedy moves out of range.
Kennedy looks to land a left hand but Kriel moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Kennedy throws a hook but Kriel blocks it.
Kennedy swings for the body but Kriel moves out of range.
Kriel is looking for a counter combo.
Kriel tries to work over Kennedy's front leg with a kick but Kennedy checks it.
Kennedy throws a right and a left that Kriel avoids nicely.
A clash of legs there as Kennedy blocks the low kick.
Kennedy takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kriel scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kennedy walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kriel takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Kennedy blocks a jab.
Kennedy throws a body shot but no joy.
Kennedy throws a leg kick but Kriel moved away.
Kennedy lands a jab to Kriel's midsection.#T2#
Nice cross by Kriel.
Kennedy wants to land a leg kick but Kriel is out of range.
Kriel throws a solid leg kick but Kennedy takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kriel.
Kennedy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kriel with a body shot.
Kriel lands a right hook to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slapping leg kick lands for Kriel.
Nice shot by Kriel.
Kriel misses with a hook
and Kennedy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That kick from Kennedy tenderised Kriel's leg. Kriel is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kriel pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kriel throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kennedy throws out a leg kick but Kriel moves out of range and Kennedy only half commits.
Kriel is looking to counter punch.
Kennedy lands a head kick!
Kriel throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kennedy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T3#
Kennedy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kriel.
Kriel lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kriel throws a hook but Kennedy blocks it.
Kennedy is looking to land body kicks.
Kennedy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kennedy wants to counter the offense by Kriel and move into the clinch position.
Kennedy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kriel.
Kennedy lands the left hand.
Kennedy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kennedy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kennedy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kriel tries to score with a low kick but Kennedy moves his leg out of the way.
Kriel throws a combination that misses #TD2#
so Kennedy counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Kennedy controlling from the top position.
Kriel keeping full guard, as Kennedy tries to pass. #T4#
Kriel is controlling Kennedy's posture.
Kriel preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kennedy trying to control but Kriel is working from the bottom.
Kriel has momentary wrist control but Kennedy slips an elbow through the middle.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kennedy postures up in Kriel's guard and throws a big left but Kriel blocks it.
Kennedy looking to sit in guard and control but Kriel gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#

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 Willem Kriel.
I think Kriel 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: PANDA 66
Date: Jan 01, 2021

#R1#
Kennedy throws a body punch but Rahman moves out of range.
Rahman closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Kennedy throws a push kick but Rahman slaps the foot to one side.
A combination from Kennedy does no damage.
Kennedy misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Rahman counters by moving into the clinch.
Our sources have told us that Rahman has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Kennedy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Rahman smiles and moves away.
Rahman scores with a jab. Kennedy acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rahman throws a hook but Kennedy avoids it easily.
Kennedy steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Rahman.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kennedy darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kennedy throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Rahman's waist but Rahman gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kennedy off to one side.
Rahman is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Abdul Rahman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.
Rahman takes a swing at Kennedy's ribcage but misses.
Kennedy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Rahman throws a hook but Kennedy avoids it easily.
Rahman throws an overhand right that lands on Kennedy's shoulder, as Kennedy tries to avoid the shot.
Kennedy avoids the body shot from Rahman.
A big right from Rahman misses.
Kennedy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rahman on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kennedy throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Kennedy wants to land a leg kick but Rahman is out of range.
Kennedy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rahman throws a body shot but no joy.
Kennedy connects with a leg kick.
Kennedy misses with a low kick as Rahman jumps back.
As Kennedy tries to get set, Rahman tries to push him back and clinch up but Kennedy manages to avoid the attempt.#T2#
Rahman avoids a kick to the body.
Rahman throws a hook but Kennedy avoids it easily.
A slow jab from Rahman misses its intended target.
Kennedy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rahman.
Rahman goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kennedy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rahman. #CL2#
Kennedy fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rahman, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Kennedy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kennedy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rahman.#TD2#
Kennedy changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Rahman looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Kennedy throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Kennedy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rahman keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB2#
Kennedy is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Rahman has escaped the position, nice work there.
Kennedy tries to score with some ground and pound. Rahman controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Kennedy has knee on belly momentarily but Rahman bucks him off and regains half guard. #SUB2#
Kennedy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Rahman sees it coming and defends easily.
My spies in Crapollas Gym inform me that Kennedy has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Kennedy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kennedy throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #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.
Kennedy wants to take a breather but Rahman is having none of it.
Kennedy stalling away here and it's allowed Rahman to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Rahman working a defensive guard here.
Kennedy trying to control the position from guard on top but Rahman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kennedy throws a strike but Rahman rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Kennedy working for a triangle but Rahman defends it easily. #SUB2#
Kennedy has an active guard here but Rahman has managed to pass into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Abdul Rahman will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Kennedy lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kennedy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kennedy looks to score with a jab to the body but Rahman is just out of range.
Kennedy ducks under a wild hook from Rahman.
The crowd cheers as Kennedy lands an impressive looking overhand right. Rahman doesn't seem phased though.
Rahman throws a sloppy body shot
and Kennedy counters with a nice kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Rahman checks it well.
Rahman throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kennedy stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kennedy blocks a jab.
Kennedy connects with a nice looking jab. #T1#
Kennedy throws a sloppy body shot #CL#
and Rahman counters by clinching up.
Rahman will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Kennedy up against the cage.
Rahman lands a nice uppercut.
Kennedy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kennedy tries to pull guard but Rahman holds him up against the cage and eventually Kennedy drops back down to his feet.
Rahman tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rahman is trying to push Kennedy away but Kennedy has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Rahman tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kennedy's elbow.
Kennedy goes for a takedown attempt but Rahman pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Rahman takes one to the chin there.#T2#
Rahman takes a swing at Kennedy's ribcage but misses.
Kennedy throws a hook to the side of Rahman's head but Rahman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Steven Kennedy seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD2#
Kennedy gets the takedown into side control.
Kennedy working away.
Kennedy creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Rahman sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kennedy in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Kennedy throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Kennedy throws a strike aimed at the side of Rahman's head but Rahman avoids it well.
Kennedy content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Kennedy advances nicely into full mount. #T3#
Kennedy looking to finish with strikes here!
Kennedy trying to control but Rahman is having none of it.
Rahman tries to lock up and control but Kennedy gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kennedy controlling from the full mount.
Kennedy wants to control the pace but Rahman is squirming around nicely. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kennedy thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Kennedy throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Steven Kennedy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kennedy throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Rahman is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Rahman tries to reverse the position but Kennedy maintains control.
Kennedy throws some wild stikes that Rahman manages to avoid easily.
Kennedy scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Rahman?
Rahman is squirming around, avoiding Kennedy's attempts to control the action.
Kennedy throwing strikes here but Rahman is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Rahman blocking the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Steven Kennedy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Kennedy has closed the distance and engaged Rahman in a clinch.
Rahman can't find room to land a body shot as Kennedy controls the action.
Rahman stalling in the clinch.
Rahman lands a hook that snaps the head of Kennedy backwards.
Rahman just leaning against Kennedy, taking a breather. #BC#
Rahman breaks from the clinch.
Kennedy is looking to land body kicks.
Rahman tries to counter by clinching up but Kennedy breaks away and moves out of range.
Kennedy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Rahman wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Steven Kennedy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rahman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kennedy or perhaps it was just good defense by Rahman, which made it look bad.
A combination from Rahman does no damage. #T1#
Kennedy tries to score with a low kick but Rahman moves his leg out of the way.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kennedy.
Kennedy finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Rahman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kennedy.
Kennedy is looking for the big counter here.
Rahman digs a good hook to Kennedy's body.
Rahman lands a jab-cross combination.
Kennedy throws a leg kick but Rahman checks it.
Rahman connects with a right hand. Kennedy shakes it off.
Kennedy shoots in and drives through. Rahman sprawls well.
Abdul Rahman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kennedy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A head kick misses from Kennedy. #T2#
Rahman throws a jab but it's blocked by Kennedy.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kennedy is defended easily by Rahman.
Abdul Rahman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.#CL#
Rahman gets a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kennedy lands with a light punch inside.
Rahman has Kennedy pressed against the cage, preventing Kennedy from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC#
Rahman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rahman with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T3#
Rahman connects with a body shot.
Rahman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kennedy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A shot to the liver by Kennedy. Beautiful body shot.
Rahman scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Good shot there by Rahman.
Rahman wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kennedy avoids the body shot from Rahman.
Kennedy fakes the leg kick and cracks Rahman in the body.
Rahman punishes Kennedy's body with a nice straight punch.
Kennedy walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Rahman checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Rahman seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kennedy throws a push kick but Rahman slaps the foot to one side.
Rahman tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kennedy manages to circle out of the way.#T4#
Rahman has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Rahman there as he acknowledges the shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rahman with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rahman misses with a hook
and Kennedy counters with a nice uppercut.
Rahman connects with a crisp jab.
Rahman lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kennedy at a distance.
Rahman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rahman slips under a jab.
A left lands for Rahman.
Rahman scores with a decent looking hook.
Kennedy misses with a telegraphed body shot #CL#
and Rahman counters by moving into the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Abdul Rahman showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Rahman 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 29:28
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Abdul Rahman!

Event: PANDA 56
Date: Dec 07, 2020

#R1#
Andrianov misses with a hook.
Andrianov checks a leg kick nicely.
Andrianov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Andrianov's head.#CUT2#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.
Andrianov moves out of range of the leg kick from Kennedy.
Andrianov is looking to counter punch.
Andrianov misses the body punch
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Andrianov misses with a lunging right hand
and Kennedy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Andrianov slips a jab and a cross from Kennedy.
Andrianov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A big right from Andrianov misses.
Andrianov throws a looping overhand right but Kennedy ducks down to avoid it.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Andrianov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kennedy.
Kennedy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kennedy throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Andrianov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kennedy.
Andrianov digs a good body shot into Kennedy's ribs.#CL#
Kennedy gets tackled into the cage by Andrianov. Andrianov maintains the clinch.
I was talking to Andrianov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kennedy is trying to pull guard but Andrianov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T1#
Andrianov tries to work over Kennedy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kennedy trying to stall but Andrianov improves his position.
Andrianov avoiding damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Andrianov.
Kennedy fails to pull guard.
We've been informed that Kennedy 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.
A head punch on the inside from Andrianov fails to land.
Andrianov throws a punch but it's blocked by Kennedy.
Kennedy tries to break the clinch but Andrianov is controlling the position.
Andrianov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Andrianov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kennedy fails to pull guard.
Ivan Andrianov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.
Andrianov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Kennedy is trying to pull guard but Andrianov has him pressed against the cage.#T2#
Kennedy's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Andrianov is looking to control Kennedy's arms but Kennedy gets an underhook and turns him. Now Andrianov has his back to the cage.
Kennedy stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Andrianov lands a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Kennedy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Andrianov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Andrianov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kennedy's hands.
Andrianov throws a lazy uppercut
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kennedy ducks right into an uppercut from Andrianov.
Ivan Andrianov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Andrianov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kennedy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Andrianov takes a swing at Kennedy's ribcage but misses.
Andrianov misses with a looping right.
Kennedy throws out a counter right but Andrianov avoids it with no problem.
Kennedy looks to score with a jab to the body but Andrianov is just out of range.
Andrianov throwing a counter right hand but Kennedy manages to avoid it.
Kennedy misses with a body kick.#T3#
Andrianov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Andrianov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kennedy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Andrianov.
Andrianov is looking to counter punch.
Andrianov throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kennedy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kennedy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kennedy tries for a takedown but Andrianov manages to get underhooks.
Andrianov lands with a right to the head.
Andrianov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Andrianov pushes Kennedy back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kennedy is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Andrianov to keep the fight standing.
Kennedy blocks a body shot from Andrianov.
Andrianov scores with a hook to the body.#T4#
Andrianov misses with some punches.
Kennedy trying to control the position but instead, Andrianov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Kennedy into the cage.#BC#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Kennedy takes the fight into the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC#
Andrianov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy.
Andrianov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut. Kennedy saw that one coming.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kennedy moves away.
Andrianov connects with a looping right hand.
Kennedy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Andrianov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kennedy scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Andrianov misses with a jab to the body
enabling Kennedy to counter with a crisp jab.
Andrianov connects with a right hand. Kennedy shakes it off.
Nice body kick from Kennedy.
Andrianov lands a body shot.
Andrianov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kennedy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Andrianov counters with a straight right hand.
Andrianov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?#CL2#
Kennedy takes the fight into the clinch.
Kennedy jumps guard but Andrianov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Kennedy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kennedy attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kennedy slips under a jab from Andrianov.
Kennedy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kennedy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Andrianov jabs at Kennedy's body.#T1#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kennedy!
Andrianov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The fight stays on the outside here - Andrianov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Andrianov tries to clinch up
and Kennedy counters with a stiff right hand.
The fighters circle momentarily. Andrianov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Andrianov throws a jab but it's blocked by Kennedy.
It seemed like Kennedy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The crowd cheers as Kennedy lands an impressive looking overhand right. Andrianov doesn't seem phased though.
Kennedy misses with a kick to the body.
Kennedy thows a leg kick but Andrianov checks it
and Andrianov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kennedy connects with an inside leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andrianov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Kennedy backs up against the cage. #T2#
Andrianov tries to clinch but Kennedy is having none of it.
Andrianov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Andrianov scores with the left hand. Kennedy knows he should have avoided that one.
Kennedy throws a sloppy head kick and Andrianov moves out of range easily.
Andrianov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kennedy doesn't seem bothered though.
Andrianov throws a lazy uppercut
and Kennedy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kennedy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Andrianov misses with a lunging right hand
and Kennedy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Andrianov throws a lazy uppercut
and Kennedy counters with a nice uppercut.
Kennedy dips to his left and cracks Andrianov with an uppercut!
Kennedy has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CL#
Andrianov has Kennedy up against the cage in a clinch.
Kennedy with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Ivan Andrianov has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T3#
Andrianov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
The referee is keeping an eye on Andrianov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Andrianov misses with the head strike.
Kennedy wants to get back to striking at distance but Andrianov won't allow it. #TD2#
Kennedy has picked Andrianov up - he's going for a ride! Kennedy dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Kennedy is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#ES#
Andrianov has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Kennedy is on him like a limpet, forcing Andrianov back against the cage.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kennedy is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Andrianov lands with a light punch inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kennedy. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kennedy taking a breather.
Nice body punch from Andrianov. #BC2#
Kennedy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Andrianov misses with a hook to the body
letting Kennedy counter with a right hand.
Kennedy throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Andrianov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kennedy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Andrianov. #CL2#
Kennedy clinches up with Andrianov and pushes him back against the cage.
Andrianov leaning his opponent against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kennedy is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Andrianov to keep the fight standing.
Ivan Andrianov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.
Andrianov leaning against his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
That's time! Andrianov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Andrianov doesn't manage to clinch there - Kennedy circles away.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Kennedy moves out of range.
Andrianov tries to clinch up.
Andrianov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Andrianov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CL#
Andrianov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Kennedy is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Andrianov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov tries to throw a body punch but Kennedy avoids it by throwing Andrianov back against the cage.
Andrianov is struggling to control the position.
Kennedy jumps guard but Andrianov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Andrianov. #T1#
Andrianov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Andrianov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andrianov.
Kennedy tries to land knees in the clinch but Andrianov avoids the damage to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Andrianov fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kennedy.
Kennedy tries to land a knee to the head but Andrianov blocks with his arms.
Kennedy blocks an uppercut.
Andrianov lands with a right to the head.
A hook to the body from Andrianov.
Andrianov taking a breather.
Come on Kennedy - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Kennedy tries to score a body lock takedown but Andrianov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Ivan Andrianov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.#T2#
Andrianov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Andrianov scores with a shot to the side of Kennedy's head.
Andrianov misses with a punch to the body. #TD2#
Kennedy jumps guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Andrianov would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SU#
Andrianov gets to his feet. Kennedy looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Kennedy swats away the attempt to clinch by Andrianov.
Kennedy is looking to chop away at Andrianov's legs.
Andrianov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Andrianov misses with a right hand
and Kennedy counters with a nice uppercut. #TD2#
Kennedy closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Andrianov's guard.
Kennedy stops Andrianov from standing up.
Kennedy trying to control but Andrianov is working from the bottom. #T3#
Kennedy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kennedy stops Andrianov from standing up.
Kennedy wants to control from the top but Andrianov keeps moving.
Andrianov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kennedy trying to control but Andrianov is working from the bottom.
Kennedy postures up in Andrianov's guard and throws a big left but Andrianov blocks it.

The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Andrianov lands a jab to the head.
Kennedy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
It seemed like Kennedy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Andrianov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Andrianov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kennedy on the side of the head.
Ivan Andrianov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Andrianov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kennedy.
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Andrianov moves away.
Kennedy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov lunges at Kennedy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kennedy's hand.
Andrianov scores with a jab. Kennedy acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A cross from Andrianov lands.
Kennedy looks for the body kick but Andrianov saw that one coming.
Kennedy moves forwards but Andrianov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kennedy tries to clinch but Andrianov is having none of it.
A jab lands there for Andrianov.
Andrianov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kennedy pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Andrianov lands a lovely overhand right.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Andrianov!

Event: PANDA 47
Date: Nov 20, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kennedy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Knox was well out of range. Poor timing from Kennedy.
Kennedy tries to land a body kick
and Knox counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kennedy misses with an uppercut.
Knox misses the shot to the body.
Knox punishes Kennedy's body with a nice straight punch.
Kennedy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Knox.
Kennedy slips under a jab from Knox.
Kennedy lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Knox takes a kick to the side of the head.
Kennedy throws a sloppy head kick and Knox moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knox throws out a powerful jab.
Kennedy looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A punch combination from Kennedy misses.
Knox stuns Kennedy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T1#
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Knox was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Knox keeps the fight on the outside.
Knox appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Knox misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kennedy.
Kennedy now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Knox. Kennedy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kennedy misses with a lunging right hand
and Knox counters with a nice body shot.
Knox lands with a right hand.
Knox fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kennedy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kennedy throws a body kick that misses
and Knox counters with a right hand to the body.
Knox definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Knox throws a body shot but no joy.
Knox scores with a nice head shot.
Decent striking displayed by Kennedy there.
Kennedy throws an off balance right hand
and Knox cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Kennedy scores with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kennedy shoots and misses
enabling Knox to counter with a crisp jab.
Porthos Knox is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Knox just misses with a punch to the body.
Kennedy looks for the body kick but Knox saw that one coming.
It looked like Knox wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Knox swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Knox sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Knox misses with a body shot.
Knox tries to move into range but Kennedy moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kennedy with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Knox to score with a decent uppercut.
Good standup being displayed there by Knox as he connects with a hook.
Kennedy scores with a nice right hand.
Kennedy needs to keep his hands up - Knox had a free shot at his head there.#T3#
Knox blocks the body kick.
Kennedy throws a sloppy body shot
and Knox counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Knox checks a leg kick nicely.
Knox was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses.
Kennedy lands a two punch combo.
Kennedy swings away with a body shot that misses
and Knox counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice cross by Knox.
Kennedy swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Knox connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Knox lunges at Kennedy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kennedy's hand.
Kennedy darts in looking for a takedown but Knox gets double underhooks and turns Kennedy into the cage.
Knox is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kennedy has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kennedy there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kennedy tries for a takedown but Knox sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Porthos Knox has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.
Knox jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kennedy misses with a hook to the body
and Knox counters with a stiff right hand.
Knox throws a shot to the body.
A swing and a miss from Kennedy.
A slow jab from Kennedy misses its intended target. #CL2#
Kennedy has Knox up against the cage in a clinch.
Kennedy changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Knox fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Kennedy is looking to clinch but Knox is avoiding it.
Kennedy fails with an attempt to clinch.
Knox takes a swing at Kennedy's ribcage but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Porthos Knox dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Some wild striking there from Knox.
A nice side step and Kennedy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Knox misses with a body shot.
Porthos Knox is winning the standup battle so far.
Kennedy jabs Knox right on the nose. Knox blinks but takes it well.
Kennedy throws a chopping leg kick but Knox manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kennedy throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kennedy throws a big shot that misses.
Knox is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Knox avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy moves out of range of the strikes.
Knox avoids the head kick by Kennedy.
Kennedy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kennedy will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #T1#
Knox stuns Kennedy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Steven Kennedy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Knox catches Kennedy with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kennedy closes the distance looking to clinch
and Knox counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kennedy thinking.
Knox lands a jab to Kennedy's midsection.
Kennedy looks to score with a jab to the body but Knox is just out of range.
Knox moves out of range of the body kick from Kennedy.
Kennedy misses with a combination
and Knox counters with a straight right hand.
Nice uppercut lands for Knox. That snapped Kennedy's head back.
Kennedy on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T2#
Knox ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kennedy moves away.
Kennedy misses with a looping left.
An attempted straight right counter from Knox misses the target.
Knox misses with a double jab
and Kennedy counters with a slapping leg kick.
Knox throws out a loose jab but Kennedy uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Kennedy. Knox does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kennedy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Knox misses with a body shot.
Kennedy now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Knox swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Knox throws a body shot but no joy.
Kennedy unleashes a big counter combination but Knox bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Knox catches Kennedy with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Knox clobbers Kennedy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T3#
Kennedy tries to clinch but Knox is having none of it.
Knox throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Knox misses with a looping left.
Knox misses with a wild body shot.
Knox throws a lazy uppercut
and Kennedy makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Knox really felt that one!
Knox thuds his right hand into Kennedy's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A jab from Kennedy misses.
Kennedy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kennedy looks to land a combination but Knox avoids it well.
Kennedy tries to score a power double leg takedown but Knox sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kennedy somewhat.#T4#
Knox swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kennedy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Knox.
Kennedy lands a head shot.
Kennedy throws a right hand that misses
and Knox makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Knox waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kennedy.
Knox cracks Kennedy with a good jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kennedy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kennedy misses with a leg kick
and Knox counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Knox misses the body punch
and Kennedy counters with a nice body shot.
Knox takes a head kick and keeps coming.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Porthos Knox dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Kennedy just misses with a punch to the body.
Knox swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kennedy misses with a jab, cross combination.
A slow jab from Knox misses its intended target.
Kennedy throws a leg kick but Knox sees it coming and moves out of range.
Knox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kennedy was well out of range. Poor timing from Knox.
No joy there for Kennedy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Knox was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kennedy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knox ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Knox digs a good body shot into Kennedy's ribs.
Knox lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kennedy at a distance.
Kennedy throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Knox to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Knox blocks the body kick.
Kennedy slips a jab from Knox.
Knox takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kennedy misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Knox makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Knox swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Knox lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A slow jab from Kennedy misses its intended target.
Knox appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Knox misses with a straight right.
Kennedy misses with a leg kick.
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Knox moves away.
Kennedy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Knox counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Knox stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Knox wants it to stay on the feet.
Knox throws a hook but Kennedy blocks it.
Knox 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.
Kennedy throws a low kick but it's checked well by Knox.
Kennedy misses with a takedown attempt
and Knox counters with a straight right hand.
Porthos Knox has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.
Knox lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kennedy misses with the body kick
and Knox cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Knox with a jab.
Knox works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kennedy ducks under a wild hook from Knox.#T3#
Kennedy misses the shot to the body.
Knox scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kennedy doesn't seem bothered though.
Kennedy throws a push kick but Knox slaps the foot to one side.
A decent looking cross lands there for Knox.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kennedy.
Knox works Kennedy's body with a nice hook.
Knox connects with a crisp jab.
Knox digs a good hook to Kennedy's body.
Knox looks to land a left hand but Kennedy moved out of range nicely.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#T4#
Knox lands a jab to the head.
Kennedy misses with a kick to the body
and Knox cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Knox dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Porthos Knox is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Knox slips a straight right by Kennedy.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses.
Kennedy throws a body punch but Knox moves out of range.
Knox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kennedy was well out of range. Poor timing from Knox.
Knox clobbers Kennedy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kennedy tries to clinch but Knox moves away
enabling Knox to counter with a crisp jab.
Kennedy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kennedy will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Knox swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Porthos Knox!
Our winner, Porthos Knox, 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: PANDA 39
Date: Nov 01, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A low kick from Kennedy misses
and Wyadd counters with a straight right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kennedy. Wyadd does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wyadd throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kennedy lands a body shot.
Wyadd throws a hook but Kennedy blocks it.
Kennedy tries to counter with a takedown but Wyadd is quick to defend against it.
Wyadd throws a combination. Kennedy tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Kennedy misses with a body shot.
Kennedy tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Wyadd counters with a stiff right hand.
Steven Kennedy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Wyadd keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kennedy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kennedy swings for the body but Wyadd moves out of range. #TD#
Kennedy shoots in and gets a takedown into Wyadd's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Kennedy showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Kennedy'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.
Kennedy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kennedy trying to control the position from guard on top but Wyadd is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wyadd can't keep his opponent in guard - Kennedy advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Kennedy stalling away here and it's allowed Wyadd to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Kennedy advances position into side control!
Kennedy wants to take a breather but Wyadd manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Kennedy. #SUB2#
Wyadd has his foot on Kennedy's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kennedy works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Kennedy won't allow Wyadd to sweep him here.
Wyadd is trying to keep Kennedy in close.
Kennedy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wyadd is keeping the position for now.
Kennedy is looking to work some ground and pound but Wyadd has wrist control.
Kennedy trying to control the position from guard on top but Wyadd is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wyadd trying to keep a closed guard but Kennedy is proving a slippery customer.
Kennedy throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB2#
Wyadd working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kennedy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kennedy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Kennedy wants to pass the guard but Wyadd is keeping the position.
Wyadd trying to keep a closed guard but Kennedy is proving a slippery customer.
Wyadd looking for a sweep. Not yet Wyadd, not yet. #SUB2#
Wyadd is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kennedy defends well.#SUB2#
Wyadd is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kennedy defends well.
Kennedy controls from within his opponent's guard. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Wyadd utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kennedy lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kennedy postures up in Wyadd's guard and throws a big left but Wyadd blocks it.
Kennedy wants to control from the top but Wyadd keeps moving.
Kennedy is looking to work some ground and pound but Wyadd has wrist control.
Kennedy trying to control the position from guard on top but Wyadd is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kennedy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wyadd is keeping the position for now.
Wyadd keeping moving, preventing Kennedy from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
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 Steven Kennedy will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Wyadd misses with a shot to the body
and Kennedy counters with a big head kick but Wyadd shrugs it off.
Kennedy tries to clinch up but Wyadd circles away and keeps his distance.
Kennedy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wyadd appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Wyadd looks to score with a jab to the body but Kennedy is just out of range.
Wyadd works Kennedy's body with a nice hook.
Kennedy avoids the head kick by Wyadd.
The fighters circling - Kennedy throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kennedy moves away from the strike by Wyadd.
Wyadd blocks a low kick nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wyadd chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kennedy throws a jab but it's blocked by Wyadd. #TD#
Kennedy 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.
Wyadd looking for a sweep. Not yet Wyadd, not yet. #T1##SUB2#
Wyadd has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kennedy can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kennedy advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Wyadd looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Kennedy is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Kennedy is keen to just control but Wyadd is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Kennedy is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wyadd is just riding it out for now. Kennedy eventually gives up the hold. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Wyadd trying to control from the bottom.
Wyadd gets full guard.
Kennedy wants to control from the top but Wyadd keeps moving.
Wyadd 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.
Kennedy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wyadd swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kennedy trying to control but Wyadd is working from the bottom.
Kennedy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3##SUB2#
Wyadd is looking for a triangle but Kennedy pushes his legs off easily.
Kennedy works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Kennedy is just content to waste time from the top position. Wyadd takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Wyadd wants to sweep here but Kennedy controlling him for the moment.
Kennedy wants to pass the guard but Wyadd is keeping the position.
Kennedy trying to control but Wyadd is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Wyadd is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Kennedy frees his head nicely. Oh but Wyadd has switched to an armbar! Kennedy is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Danny Wyadd!
A very excited looking Danny Wyadd 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 31
Date: Oct 12, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Leifsson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kennedy doesn't seem bothered though.
Leifsson misses with a jab to the body
and Kennedy counters with a nice body shot.
Leifsson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kennedy momentarily.
Leifsson misses with a series of wild punches.
A big right from Leifsson misses.
Kennedy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Leifsson misses with an uppercut.
Kennedy lands a nice looking kick to the body. Leifsson takes a step back to recover. #CL#
Kennedy fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Leifsson, pushing him back against the cage.
Kennedy is trying to pull guard but Leifsson has him pressed against the cage.
Leifsson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Leifsson being controlled against the cage.#TD#
Kennedy gets control of Leifsson's arms and successfully pulls guard. Kennedy will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Leifsson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kennedy is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Leifsson trying to control but Kennedy is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Kennedy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Leifsson is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Leifsson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kennedy pulls Leifsson in close to prevent any damage.
Leifsson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Leifsson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kennedy is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kennedy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Leifsson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've been hearing good reports from Kennedy'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.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Leifsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kennedy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kennedy controls Leifsson momentarily but Leifsson frees himself. #SUB#
Kennedy looking for a guillotine here but Leifsson defends easily.
Leifsson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Leifsson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Kennedy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Leifsson trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Kennedy manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR##T3##SUB2#
Leifsson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Leifsson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kennedy trying to control the position from guard on top but Leifsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kennedy throwing strikes but missing.
Kennedy scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Leifsson is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kennedy trying to control but Leifsson is working from the bottom.
Kennedy looking to sit in guard and control but Leifsson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Leifsson stopping the sweep attempt from Kennedy.
Leifsson wants to control from the top but Kennedy keeps moving. #SUB#
Kennedy looking for a triangle here. Leifsson is fighting it but it looks tight! Kennedy pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Leifsson is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Steven Kennedy!
Our winner, Steven Kennedy, 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: PANDA 20
Date: Sep 13, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Rossi clinches up with Kennedy and pushes him back against the cage.
I was talking to Rossi's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Rossi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rossi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Rossi misses with some punches.
Kennedy tries to pull guard but Rossi forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Rossi lands a shoulder strike.
Kennedy blocks a body shot from Rossi. #TD2#
Kennedy pulls guard successfully. #SUB2#
Kennedy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rossi defends well.
Kennedy has Rossi pulled in close to control his posture. #SU#
Rossi gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Mario Rossi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T1#
Rossi ducks under a wild hook from Kennedy.
Kennedy fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kennedy connects with an inside leg kick.#CL#
Rossi has managed to clinch.
Kennedy is trying to force a seperation but Rossi has the dominant position.
Kennedy fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Mario Rossi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.
Rossi lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Kennedy breaks from the clinch.
Kennedy throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #CL#
Rossi clinches with his opponent. #TD2#
Kennedy manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Kennedy tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Kennedy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Rossi would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SU#
Kennedy is working an open guard so Rossi takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T2#
Rossi scores with a jab to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kennedy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kennedy throws a leg kick but Rossi moved away.
Rossi throws a nice head kick!
Rossi throws a wild body kick that Kennedy sees coming a mile off.
We've been informed that Kennedy 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.
Rossi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kennedy.
Rossi scores with a head kick. Kennedy tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Mario Rossi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kennedy throws a head kick but Rossi moves out of range.
A cross from Rossi lands.
Kennedy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Rossi connects with a body shot.
Rossi avoids a punch combination nicely. #T3#
Kennedy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rossi moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Rossi moves out of range of the body kick.
Kennedy lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rossi at a distance.
Nice shot by Kennedy.
Both fighters circling a little - Rossi finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
A head kick misses from Rossi.
Rossi scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Rossi lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Kennedy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Rossi closes the distance and clinches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A right hand to the body from Rossi.
Rossi gets through Kennedy's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Rossi has a couple of punches blocked by Kennedy.
Rossi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kennedy is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Rossi to keep the fight standing.#T4#
Rossi misses with a punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Rossi.
Kennedy has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Rossi after a bit of a struggle.
Rossi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rossi working aggressively here.
Rossi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Kennedy breaks from the clinch.
Rossi scores with a shot to the body.
Kennedy keeps the fight on the outside.
Kennedy is looking to chop away at Rossi's legs.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kennedy. That's going to slow Rossi down.
Kennedy is looking to land body kicks.
Rossi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rossi is looking to land body kicks.
Rossi scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Rossi pushes Kennedy up against the cage in a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Rossi dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Rossi jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
Rossi has closed the distance and engaged Kennedy in a clinch.
Kennedy prevents a body shot from Rossi.
Mario Rossi has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kennedy jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Rossi walks away with a smile on his face. Kennedy gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Mario Rossi is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Rossi rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kennedy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Rossi avoids the head kick by Kennedy.
Rossi looks to land a combination but Kennedy avoids it well.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses.
Rossi connects with a solid leg kick.
Rossi tries to clinch up.
Kennedy thinks about the counter body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy scores with a shot to the body.
Kennedy throws a body kick that misses.
Rossi seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Kennedy swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
Rossi throws a head kick that misses
and Kennedy counters with a nice uppercut.
Rossi lands with a nice combination. Kennedy backs away looking to recover.
Kennedy scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rossi doesn't seem bothered though.
Rossi gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kennedy throws a leg kick but Rossi moved away.
A little feinted left hand from Rossi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kennedy.
Kennedy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rossi seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Rossi connects with a single shot there.#CL2#
Kennedy fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rossi, pushing him back against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rossi lands with a left to the head.
Rossi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rossi lands with a light punch inside.
Rossi lands with a short shot to the head. #T2#
A head punch on the inside from Rossi fails to land.
Rossi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rossi tries to work over Kennedy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kennedy jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Rossi walks away with a smile on his face. Kennedy gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Rossi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Rossi wants to clinch.
Rossi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kennedy moves away.
Rossi misses with a wild combination.
Kennedy on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rossi looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T3#
Rossi throws a body shot but no joy.
Rossi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rossi moves away from the strike by Kennedy.
Rossi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rossi cracks a nice hook into Kennedy's ribs.
Kennedy scores with a spinning back kick!
Rossi is looking to wear down Kennedy with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#CL#
Rossi clinches up with Kennedy and pushes him back against the cage.
Rossi swings wildly with an uppercut but Kennedy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rossi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kennedy blocking some punches.
Rossi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kennedy is looking to break free of the clinch but Rossi has double underhooks.
A head punch on the inside from Rossi fails to land.
Rossi gets through Kennedy's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T4#
Kennedy blocks a body shot from Rossi.
Rossi misses with some punches.
Kennedy tries to pull guard but Rossi holds him up against the cage and eventually Kennedy drops back down to his feet.
Mario Rossi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.
Kennedy lands a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rossi.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#BC2#
Kennedy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Rossi fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kennedy, pushing him back against the cage.
Kennedy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Rossi fails to land.
Rossi lands with a right to the head.
Rossi scores with a shot to the side of Kennedy's head. #BC2#
Kennedy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rossi with a nice calf kick.
Kennedy misses with a body shot.
Rossi wants to clinch up but Kennedy keeps it at a distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Rossi dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Rossi misses the shot to the body.
Kennedy throws a series of punches but Rossi moves out of range.
Rossi cracks Kennedy with a good jab.#TD2#
Rossi gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Kennedy to score an easy takedown into full guard.#ES#
Rossi manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Rossi lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kennedy looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Rossi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kennedy.
Rossi working aggressively here.
Rossi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #TD2#
Kennedy successfully pulls guard. #SUB2#
Kennedy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Rossi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?#SU#
Rossi stands up from Kennedy's guard - Rossi perhaps looking for a knockout.
Mario Rossi is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Rossi looks to land a combination but Kennedy avoids it well.
Kennedy finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kennedy misses the shot to the body.
As Kennedy tries to get set, Rossi tries to push him back and clinch up but Kennedy manages to avoid the attempt.
Kennedy has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Kennedy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A head kick from Rossi lands but Kennedy takes it in his stride.
Rossi connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kennedy's hands.
Rossi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kennedy drops his hands momentarily and Rossi takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
An inside leg kick lands from Kennedy.
Kennedy misses with a wild body shot.
Rossi tries to counter by clinching up but Kennedy breaks away and moves out of range.
Rossi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kennedy. #T2#
Rossi uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Rossi clinches.
Rossi scores with a shoulder strike.
Rossi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kennedy blocks an uppercut. #TD2#
Kennedy wants the takedown. Rossi is fighting it off but Kennedy persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Rossi's guard against the cage.
Rossi keeping moving, preventing Kennedy from controlling successfully.
Kennedy stops Rossi from standing up.
Kennedy works over Rossi with some ground and pound from guard.
Rossi keeping moving, preventing Kennedy from controlling successfully.
Rossi wants to get back to his feet but Kennedy is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T3#
Kennedy in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Rossi wants to stand but Kennedy is controlling the position.
Kennedy postures up in Rossi's guard and throws a big left but Rossi blocks it.
Kennedy wants to pass the guard but Rossi is keeping the position.#ES#
Rossi manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Rossi can't find room to land a body shot as Kennedy controls the action.
Rossi scores with a hook to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Rossi fails to land.
Rossi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kennedy prevents a body shot from Rossi.
Rossi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mario Rossi is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rossi misses with some punches. #T4#
Rossi struggles to land a body shot inside as Kennedy controls his hands.
Kennedy fails to pull guard.
Rossi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kennedy swings wildly with an uppercut but Rossi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kennedy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kennedy trying to control the position but instead, Rossi has worked for underhooks and has pushed Kennedy into the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Rossi.
Nice body punch from Rossi.
Rossi lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kennedy.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kennedy trying to land knees to the body.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mario Rossi!
After the fight, Mario Rossi was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: PANDA 13
Date: Aug 21, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Kennedy gets tackled into the cage by Henry Jr. Henry Jr maintains the clinch.
We've been informed that Kennedy 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.
Kennedy is pressed up against the cage. Henry Jr has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Kennedy down to the mat. Kennedy avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Kennedy closes the distance and clinches up with Henry Jr, looking for a takedown. Kennedy pushes Henry Jr against the cage but Henry Jr circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Henry Jr appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL#
Henry Jr rushes Kennedy and presses him up against the cage.
Henry Jr has Kennedy pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kennedy manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Kennedy has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Henry Jr after a bit of a struggle. #TD2#
Kennedy jumps guard and drags Henry Jr to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Henry Jr stays in close to Kennedy's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Kennedy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Henry Jr defends it easily.#SUB2#
Kennedy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Henry Jr can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Kennedy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Henry Jr gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy keeping full guard, as Henry Jr tries to pass.
Henry Jr sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1#
Henry Jr'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.
Henry Jr has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kennedy 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.
Henry Jr trying to stand up but can't free himself from Kennedy's guard.
Kennedy is trying to control the position but Henry Jr postures up. #SUB2#
Kennedy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Henry Jr 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#
Kennedy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Henry Jr stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kennedy swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kennedy wants to sweep here but Henry Jr controlling him for the moment.
Kennedy is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Henry Jr works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kennedy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Henry Jr controlling the pace.
Kennedy wants to control but Henry Jr is keeping busy. #SUB2#
Kennedy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Henry Jr pulls his head out easily.
Henry Jr takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kennedy gets full guard.
Henry Jr content to stall in guard here.
Henry Jr won't allow Kennedy to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Kennedy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Henry Jr is aware though and is defending well.#T3#
Kennedy can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Henry Jr controls the pace.#SUB2#
Kennedy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Kennedy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Henry Jr sitting in guard here, content to control.
Kennedy is trying to keep Henry Jr in close. #SUB2#
Kennedy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Henry Jr can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Henry Jr seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Henry Jr would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Kennedy 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.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Henry Jr looking to improve position, pressing down on Kennedy's thigh with his hand. Kennedy seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Henry Jr paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Henry Jr's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Kennedy picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Steven Kennedy!
Steven Kennedy thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: PANDA 8
Date: Aug 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Makaki Iii throws the kick towards the body but Kennedy avoids it.
Makaki Iii misses with a straight left.
Makaki Iii scores with a decent looking hook.
Makaki Iii throws a body punch but Kennedy moves out of range.
Kennedy 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.
Makaki Iii is looking to slow Kennedy down with leg kicks. #CL#
Kennedy closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Makaki Iii working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kennedy leaning against his opponent.
A short left from Kennedy.
Kennedy tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Makaki Iii just stands there and leans against the cage.
Makaki Iii trying to land knees to the body. #BC#
Kennedy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kennedy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kennedy on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Makaki Iii moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Makaki Iii ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kennedy moves away.
Makaki Iii blocks the body kick. #T1#
Makaki Iii takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Makaki Iii smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Makaki Iii jabs Kennedy right on the nose. Kennedy blinks but takes it well.
Yancy Makaki Iii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Makaki Iii throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kennedy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
As Makaki Iii looks to move away, Kennedy throws a big counter combo but Makaki Iii just gets out of the way.
Kennedy fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Makaki Iii is out of range.
Makaki Iii tries to land a front kick but Kennedy steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kennedy misses with a wild body shot. #TD#
Kennedy looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Kennedy wants to pass the guard but Makaki Iii is keeping the position.
Kennedy looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T2#
Makaki Iii seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Kennedy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kennedy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Makaki Iii swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kennedy wants to control from the top but Makaki Iii keeps moving.
Makaki Iii is pulling down on Kennedy's head. It's preventing any offense from Kennedy, at least for the moment.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A leg kick checked by Makaki Iii.
Makaki Iii scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kennedy ducks under a wild hook from Makaki Iii.#T3#
Kennedy moves out of range of the body kick.
Kennedy tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Makaki Iii manages to circle out of the way.
Kennedy misses with a leg kick
and Makaki Iii counters with a straight right hand.
Yancy Makaki Iii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Makaki Iii dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kennedy. That did some damage!
Makaki Iii misses with a wild body shot.
Kennedy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Makaki Iii scores with a shot to the body.
Makaki Iii looks to land a right hand but Kennedy moved out of range.
Kennedy is looking for a counter combo.
Kennedy slips under a jab from Makaki Iii.
Kennedy throws out a loose jab but Makaki Iii uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Kennedy throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Makaki Iii tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kennedy is in Makaki Iii's guard.
Kennedy trying to control but Makaki Iii is working from the bottom.
Makaki Iii avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4#
Makaki Iii utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Makaki Iii is pulling down on Kennedy's head to control his posture.
Makaki Iii utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kennedy trying to control but Makaki Iii is working from the bottom.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Kennedy looking to sit in guard and control but Makaki Iii gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Kennedy looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Makaki Iii passes into half guard.
Kennedy is trying to control but Makaki Iii passes into side control!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yancy Makaki Iii 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#
A good leg kick by Kennedy.
Kennedy sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Makaki Iii just misses with a punch to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kennedy lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Makaki Iii has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Makaki Iii and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kennedy tries to close the distance and clinch but Makaki Iii swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Makaki Iii scores with a spinning back kick!
Makaki Iii has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A big left from Makaki Iii misses.
Makaki Iii connects with a crisp jab.
Makaki Iii throws a push kick but Kennedy slaps the foot to one side.
Kennedy throws a leg kick which misses Makaki Iii's front leg but catches the back leg as Makaki Iii tries to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy wants to clinch.
Kennedy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Makaki Iii is looking to land body kicks.
Makaki Iii misses with a looping right.
Makaki Iii misses with a low kick.
And Kennedy counters with a quick kick to the body but Makaki Iii blocks it.
Kennedy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Makaki Iii.
Makaki Iii throws out a counter right but Kennedy avoids it with no problem.
Makaki Iii swings for the body but Kennedy moves out of range.
Makaki Iii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kennedy motions for Makaki Iii to come forward. Kennedy throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kennedy blocks a leg kick.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kennedy.
Makaki Iii slips a jab from Kennedy.
Kennedy shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kennedy tries to land a body kick
and Makaki Iii counters with a nice body kick. #T2#
Makaki Iii chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kennedy lunges at Makaki Iii with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Makaki Iii's hand.
Kennedy thows a leg kick but Makaki Iii checks it
and Makaki Iii counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Yancy Makaki Iii seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A head kick by Kennedy misses
and Makaki Iii counters with a thumping low kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Makaki Iii moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kennedy misses with a hook to the body
letting Makaki Iii counter with a right hand.
Makaki Iii fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Good standup being displayed there by Makaki Iii as he connects with a hook.
Makaki Iii looks to land a body kick but Kennedy moved away.
A quick step to the side and Kennedy tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kennedy chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Makaki Iii can pounce on him.
Makaki Iii throws out a powerful jab.
Kennedy misses with a low kick.
Makaki Iii lands a front kick.
Makaki Iii scoring well with a low kick there. #T3#
Kennedy misses with a body shot.
Kennedy tries to land a front kick but Makaki Iii steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A telegraphed right hand from Makaki Iii misses the target.
Kennedy looks to throw a body kick
and Makaki Iii counters with a low kick, right behind Kennedy 's knee.
Makaki Iii misses with an uppercut. Kennedy saw that one coming.
Makaki Iii connects with a high kick.
Kennedy throws a sloppy head kick
and Kennedy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kennedy tries to score a power double leg takedown but Makaki Iii sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kennedy somewhat.
Makaki Iii misses with an uppercut.
Kennedy walks into a jab.
Makaki Iii throws a push kick but Kennedy slaps the foot to one side.
Kennedy seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A head kick misses from Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Makaki Iii has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T4#
A head kick misses from Kennedy.
Kennedy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kennedy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nice straight punches there by Makaki Iii. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Makaki Iii.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Makaki Iii circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kennedy looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kennedy.
Makaki Iii checks a leg kick nicely.
Kennedy scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Makaki Iii doesn't seem bothered though.
Makaki Iii avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Makaki Iii looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Makaki Iii throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kennedy on the side of the head.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kennedy is defended easily by Makaki Iii.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yancy Makaki Iii showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Makaki Iii throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Makaki Iii on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Makaki Iii misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kennedy slips a jab from Makaki Iii.
Makaki Iii scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kennedy is looking to wear down Makaki Iii with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Makaki Iii misses with a kick to the body.
Makaki Iii looks for the body kick but Kennedy saw that one coming.
Kennedy throws a lazy right hand but Makaki Iii sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makaki Iii rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kennedy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kennedy takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kennedy moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kennedy avoids the body shot from Makaki Iii.
Kennedy throws a wild body kick that Makaki Iii sees coming a mile off.#T1#
Makaki Iii looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kennedy tries a head kick but it misses.
Makaki Iii takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#TD#
Kennedy closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Makaki Iii did well to prevent Kennedy getting side control.
Kennedy thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Makaki Iii's head.
Kennedy is stalling here. Makaki Iii is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Kennedy seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Makaki Iii has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Kennedy tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Makaki Iii wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Makaki Iii staying calm.
Kennedy is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Makaki Iii off and has taken his back!#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Kennedy is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Kennedy lands an elbow to the side of the head. #SUB#
Kennedy 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, Makaki Iii has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Steven Kennedy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Makaki Iii is trying to break free. #T3#
Kennedy struggling to land strikes to the head as Makaki Iii covers up.
I would not like to be Makaki Iii right now.
Makaki Iii covering up well under a barage of strikes.
Kennedy trying to control momentarily.
Kennedy controlling from the back.#SUB#
Kennedy working for the choke. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Makaki Iii prevents Kennedy from getting a body triangle.
Kennedy looking to hold on to the position here but Makaki Iii rolls and ends up regaining guard.
Kennedy has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Kennedy trying to control the position from guard on top but Makaki Iii is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kennedy pushing down on Makaki Iii's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Kennedy thows a huge punch but Makaki Iii dodges it nicely.
Makaki Iii makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Makaki Iii.
Kennedy wants to control from the top but Makaki Iii keeps moving.

And that's the end of the fight!
Steven Kennedy showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Makaki Iii has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 28:29
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: PANDA 5
Date: Jul 17, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Del Bosque lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kennedy just misses with a punch to the body.
Kennedy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Del Bosque.
Del Bosque misses with a body shot.
Kennedy tries to land a front kick but Del Bosque steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A shot to the liver by Kennedy. Beautiful body shot.
Del Bosque throws a poor cross that misses
and Kennedy counters with a two punch combo.
Del Bosque misses with a looping left.
Kennedy seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Kennedy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kennedy throws a body shot but no joy.
Kennedy scores with a decent looking hook.
A jab from Del Bosque misses.
Del Bosque pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kennedy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kennedy misses with a body kick.
Del Bosque lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Del Bosque misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T1#
Del Bosque takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Del Bosque throws a leg kick
and Kennedy counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Del Bosque ducks under a wild hook from Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a low kick, looking for Del Bosque's leg but Del Bosque calmly moves out of range.
Kennedy tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Del Bosque is able to avoid easily.
Del Bosque fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kennedy is looking to wear down Del Bosque with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Del Bosque sizes up Kennedy with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kennedy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little jabbing left from Del Bosque on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Del Bosque misses with a looping right.
Del Bosque throws a body kick that misses.
Del Bosque jabs Kennedy to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kennedy takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kennedy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kennedy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Del Bosque.
Del Bosque on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Del Bosque lands with a thumping leg kick. #T2#
Jab from Del Bosque.
Del Bosque misses with a low kick.
Kennedy looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kennedy misses with a kick to the body.
Kennedy connects with an inside leg kick.
Del Bosque lands with an overhand left.
Kennedy slips a straight right by Del Bosque.
Kennedy pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Del Bosque misses with a kick to the body.
Severo Del Bosque is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kennedy digs a good hook to Del Bosque's body.
Kennedy throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kennedy looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Del Bosque looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Good work by Kennedy as he checks the leg kick.
Kennedy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Del Bosque.
An attempted straight right counter from Kennedy misses the target.#T3##CL#
Kennedy closes the distance and clinches.
Del Bosque with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Steven Kennedy has been cut.
Knees in the clinch landing for Del Bosque.
Del Bosque lands with a left to the head. #BC#
Kennedy breaks the clinch.
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kennedy shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Del Bosque shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kennedy avoids a kick to the body.
Kennedy throws a left and a right that both miss
and Del Bosque counters with a nice uppercut.
Kennedy fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Del Bosque is out of range. #TD#
Kennedy shoots in and bounces Del Bosque off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kennedy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
Kennedy postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kennedy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Del Bosque swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kennedy throws a strike but Del Bosque rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Kennedy looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Del Bosque passes into half guard.
Kennedy is trying to maintain the position but Del Bosque is very close to passing his half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Del Bosque is controlling the pace.
Kennedy missing with punches from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Severo Del Bosque will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Steven Kennedy's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Kennedy tries to clinch but Del Bosque moves out of range.
Kennedy moves out of range of the strikes.
The fighters circling - Del Bosque throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kennedy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Del Bosque.
Kennedy takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Del Bosque throws a sloppy head kick and Kennedy moves out of range easily.
Kennedy misses with an uppercut. Del Bosque saw that one coming.
Del Bosque throws a looping overhand right but Kennedy ducks down to avoid it.
Kennedy is trying hard to land a takedown here. Del Bosque sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A little jabbing left from Del Bosque on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A low kick lands for Del Bosque.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Del Bosque. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Kennedy rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Del Bosque counters with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy misses with a straight left.
Del Bosque cracks Kennedy with an open hand slap.
A bone on bone clash there as Kennedy blocks the leg kick.
Kennedy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Del Bosque has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kennedy throws a body shot but no joy.
Del Bosque takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
Del Bosque misses with a looping right.
Kennedy throws a half hearted mid kick.
Del Bosque throws a head kick but Kennedy moves out of range.
Del Bosque misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kennedy. Del Bosque shrugs it off though.
Nice body kick from Kennedy.
Kennedy misses with a wild body shot.
Del Bosque swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kennedy blocks the body kick.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Del Bosque misses with a hook
and Kennedy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kennedy throws a body punch but Del Bosque moves out of range.
Del Bosque connects with a right hand. Kennedy shakes it off.
Del Bosque misses with a kick to the body.
Del Bosque scores with a jab.#T2#
Kennedy looks for the body kick but Del Bosque saw that one coming.
Del Bosque checks a low kick from Kennedy.
Del Bosque rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kennedy counters with a nice body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Del Bosque connects with a body shot.
Del Bosque fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kennedy tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Del Bosque swivels and escapes.
The fighters circling - Del Bosque throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kennedy misses the shot to the body.
Severo Del Bosque seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Del Bosque leaves Kennedy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Steven Kennedy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Del Bosque uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kennedy.
Del Bosque fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kennedy lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Del Bosque circles away quickly and effectively.
Del Bosque feints a counter leg kick.
A head kick by Kennedy misses
and Del Bosque counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Del Bosque looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Severo Del Bosque seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy misses with a looping left.
Del Bosque is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kennedy with a body shot.
Kennedy throws a wild body kick that Del Bosque sees coming a mile off.#TD#
Del Bosque gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Del Bosque looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kennedy throws a strike but Del Bosque rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Kennedy isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Del Bosque stacks Kennedy 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 Del Bosque!
Kennedy gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Del Bosque moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Kennedy.#T4#
Kennedy tries to improve position but can't.
Kennedy is trying to work for a sweep but Del Bosque has mounted him!
Kennedy wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Del Bosque has the hooks in. Kennedy is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Severo Del Bosque showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Steven Kennedy's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
A big right from Del Bosque misses.
A little feinted left hand from Kennedy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kennedy wants to land a leg kick but Del Bosque is out of range.
A head kick misses from Kennedy.
Kennedy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kennedy lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Del Bosque avoids the head kick by Kennedy.
Kennedy defending well as Del Bosque loads up on a big left hand.
Kennedy throws a combination. Del Bosque tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Del Bosque throws a hook to the side of Kennedy's head but Kennedy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kennedy ducks under a wild hook from Del Bosque.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Del Bosque throws a quick inside leg kick.
Del Bosque lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
That kick from Del Bosque tenderised Kennedy's leg. Kennedy is trying to keep his angry face on.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A low kick from Del Bosque misses
and Kennedy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kennedy throws a body punch but Del Bosque moves out of range. #T1#
Del Bosque lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kennedy tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Del Bosque is able to avoid easily.
Del Bosque looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kennedy checks a leg kick nicely.
Del Bosque on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kennedy thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Del Bosque bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kennedy's head.
Del Bosque scores with a nice head shot.
Del Bosque ducks under a wild hook from Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a jab but it's blocked by Del Bosque.
Kennedy is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kennedy with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Del Bosque to score with a decent uppercut.
Del Bosque with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kennedy moves out of range of the body kick from Del Bosque.
A left lands for Kennedy.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Del Bosque walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kennedy misses with a low kick.
Del Bosque scores with a leg kick.
Del Bosque connects with a leg kick.
Kennedy tries to score a power double leg takedown but Del Bosque sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kennedy somewhat.
Del Bosque throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Del Bosque fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nice takedown defense from Del Bosque. No joy for Kennedy on that attempt.
Kennedy gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kennedy walks into a left hand. #T3#
Del Bosque misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kennedy.
Del Bosque connects with a solid leg kick.
Crunch! Kennedy slams his shin into Del Bosque's torso.
Kennedy lands with a right hand.
Kennedy throws a nice looking combination but Del Bosque bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Left hook, right uppercut from Del Bosque.
A big right from Del Bosque misses.
Del Bosque works Kennedy's body with a nice hook.
Kennedy staying out of range there.
Kennedy throws a push kick but Del Bosque slaps the foot to one side.
A chopping leg kick lands by Del Bosque.
A swing and a miss from Del Bosque.
Kennedy is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Del Bosque tries to land a leg kick but Kennedy saw it coming and moves away.
Del Bosque misses with a lunging right hand
and Kennedy counters with a leg kick. #T4#
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!
Del Bosque's corner calls for a 1-2. Del Bosque obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Del Bosque throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kennedy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Del Bosque cracks a nice hook into Kennedy's ribs.
Del Bosque throws out a loose jab but Kennedy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kennedy takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kennedy tries to close the distance and clinch up but Del Bosque swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kennedy looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Del Bosque fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Del Bosque.
Del Bosque walks into a straight right hand from Kennedy.
Del Bosque scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A jab lands there for Kennedy.#ROC#Del Bosque is rocked!
Kennedy lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Del Bosque is still on wobbly legs! Can Kennedy finish him?
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kennedy is really turning it up, unleashing another crisp combination which drops Del Bosque like a ton of bricks! The referee dives in to stop the fight, saving Del Bosque from another fist facial!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Steven Kennedy!
After winning the bout, Steven Kennedy thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: PF18 Weight v Choo
Date: Jun 05, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kennedy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jako.
Jako 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.
Jako lands a jab.
Kennedy pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kennedy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jako takes a swing at Kennedy's ribcage but misses.
Jako lands with a shot to the body.
Jako misses with a looping left.
Jako throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kennedy connects with a body shot that sends Jako's belly button to the back.
Kennedy has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jako tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kennedy is able to avoid easily.
Kennedy unleashes a big counter combination but Jako bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Kennedy checks a leg kick nicely.
Kennedy misses with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Kennedy throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
That kick from Jako tenderised Kennedy's leg. Kennedy is trying to keep his angry face on.
Steven Kennedy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy lands with a slapping head kick.
A lazy body kick from Kennedy
and Jako counters with a straight right hand.
Kennedy dives in and grabs Jako's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jako pushes down on Kennedy's head and hops out.
Jako was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Crunch! Kennedy slams his shin into Jako's torso.
A shot to the body from Kennedy misses #CL#
and Jako moves into the clinch.
Jako misses with some punches. #BC2#
Kennedy breaks from the clinch.
Nice uppercut there from Kennedy.
Kennedy wants to clinch.
Jako lands with a shot to the body. #T2#
Kennedy throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Jako counters with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jako avoids a kick to the body.
Jako lands a nice hook to Kennedy's body. Kennedy takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jako swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Kennedy to counter with a crisp jab.
Jako has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kennedy.
Jako moves out of range of the leg kick from Kennedy.
Jako blocks the body kick.
Jako waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kennedy.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Jako.
Kennedy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T3#
Kennedy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kennedy throws a hook to the side of Jako's head but Jako sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jako blocks a head kick by Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a hook to the side of Jako's head but Jako sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jako throws a quick counter head kick but Kennedy was just out of range.
Jako with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL#
Jako fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kennedy, pushing him back against the cage.
Kennedy tries to break the clinch but Jako is controlling the position.
Jako swings wildly with an uppercut but Kennedy uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Kennedy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kennedy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jako misses with a straight left.
Kennedy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Jako is looking for a counter combo.#T4#
Kennedy closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jako circles away.
Kennedy moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Jako throws a push kick but Kennedy slaps the foot to one side.
Kennedy lands a right hook to the body.
A shot to the liver by Kennedy. Beautiful body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kennedy pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kennedy is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Jako rather than just go for the knockout.
Kennedy misses with a wild body shot.
Jako feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kennedy feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Jakos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kennedy throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Jako counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kennedy misses with a hook.
Jako appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Steven Kennedy will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Kennedy thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Jako if he has to take too many more of those.
Jako shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kennedy throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
Jako rushes Kennedy and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kennedy missing with knees to the body.
Jako misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kennedy is trying to break free.
Jako lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kennedy.
Jako missing with knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy wants to get back to striking at distance but Jako won't allow it.
Jako misses with a body punch.
A short right from Jako on the inside.
Jako fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kennedy takes a shot to the head. #T1#
A nice right hand lands inside from Kennedy.
A head punch on the inside from Jako fails to land.
Jako goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD2#
Kennedy gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Kennedy wants to control from the top but Jako keeps moving.
Kennedy looking to pass the guard.
Kennedy with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kennedy showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kennedy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jako is keeping the position for now. #T2##SUB2#
Kennedy thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Kennedy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Kennedy drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kennedy jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Kennedy stays in close to Jako's body and controls the position.
Kennedy content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kennedy sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Kennedy is in close to Jako's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kennedy trying to control the position from guard on top but Jako is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kennedy trying to move into half guard but instead Jako has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Jako postures up. #SUB2#
Kennedy has his feet on Jako's thighs here. He's pushed Jako off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Jako screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Steven Kennedy!
During a confident post fight interview, Steven Kennedy thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Midweek Meltdown 3
Date: May 06, 2020

#R1#
Tanner tries to clinch but Kennedy moves out of range.
Tanner tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tanner tries to score with a low kick but Kennedy moves his leg out of the way.
Kennedy lands a head kick. Tanner smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #CL2#
Tanner moves into the clinch.
A hook to the body from Tanner.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Kennedy creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
We've been informed that Tanner 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.
Kennedy misses with a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tanner.
Tanner digs a right hand underneath Kennedy's ribcage. Kennedy let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tanner tries a knee to the head but Kennedy blocks it.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Tanner scores with a hook to the body.
Tanner lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tanner digs a right hand into Kennedy's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kennedy's gas tank. #T1#
Kennedy misses with a punch to the body.
Tanner using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kennedy has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Tanner putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Kennedy in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Tanner has Kennedy pressed against the ropes, preventing Kennedy from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Tanner landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Kennedy has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kennedy wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tanner has him pressed against the ropes.
Kennedy has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kennedy wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC#
Kennedy breaks the clinch.
Tanner misses with a right hand
and Kennedy counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Kennedy throws a chopping leg kick but Tanner manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#CL2#
Tanner moves into the clinch.
Kennedy looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Tanner swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Kennedy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T2#
Kennedy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tanner! But no joy.
Tanner avoids the body shot from Kennedy.
Tanner works over Kennedy's head and body with a nice combination.
Kennedy has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Crapollas Gym in the buildup to the fight.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tanner throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kennedy.
Kennedy wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Nice body kick from Tanner.
Kennedy takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie. #CL2#
Kennedy tries to keep at a distance but Tanner has taken the fight into the clinch.
Tanner stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kennedy is trying to break the clinch but Tanner is controlling him.
Kennedy is looking to break free of the clinch but Tanner has double underhooks.
Tanner working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC#
Kennedy manages to break the clinch.
Kennedy throws a solid leg kick but Tanner takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kennedy.
Tanner looks to land a combination. Kennedy sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Tanner dominated that round.
That's time! Kennedy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Kennedy scores with a push kick.
Kennedy slips a jab and a cross from Tanner.
Tanner tries to clinch but Kennedy moves out of range.
Tanner fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tanner has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tanner bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kennedy.
Nice body kick there by Tanner.
Tanner connects with a jab.
Kennedy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tanner misses with a body kick.
Kennedy wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tanner will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nice body kick from Tanner.
Kennedy lands with a thumping leg kick. #T1#
Kennedy closes the distance but Tanner moves to the side
and Tanner finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Tanner lands a nice looking body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Tanner misses with a body kick.
Tanner connects with a single shot there.
Kennedy throws a wild body kick that Tanner sees coming a mile off.
Tanner lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kennedy scores with a jab to the body.
Kennedy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kennedy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tanner throws a nice inside leg kick. #CL2#
Tanner closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Tanner with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Tanner lands an elbow just above Kennedy 's eye.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice left hand lands by Tanner.
Kennedy tries to circle away but Tanner has him pinned against the ropes.#T2#
Kennedy looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC#
Kennedy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tanner throws a right hand that Kennedy ducks under and follows up with a left that Kennedy also avoids with ease.
Kennedy jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Kennedy misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Tanner closes the distance and pushes Kennedy back into the ropes.
Tanner tries to land knees in the clinch but Kennedy avoids the damage to the body.
Kennedy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tanner lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tanner lands an uppercut.
Tanner prevents Kennedy from breaking the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Tanner scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tanner misses with a punch on the inside.
Jason Tanner seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kennedy dodges an elbow strike from Tanner.
Tanner can't find room to land a body shot as Kennedy controls the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Tanner 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Kennedy takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tanner on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CL#
Kennedy gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Kennedy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Tanner moves into the clinch.
Kennedy prevents a body shot from Tanner.
Tanner struggles to land a body shot inside as Kennedy controls his hands.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Tanner.
Tanner avoiding damage as Kennedy throws knees to the body.
Kennedy avoids the elbow strike from Tanner, against the ropes.
Tanner with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Kennedy manages to break the clinch.
Kennedy throws a leg kick but Tanner moved away.#CL2#
Tanner gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Tanner is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kennedy is defending well for now.#T1#
Kennedy is looking to control Tanner's arms but Tanner gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kennedy has his back to the ropes.
Tanner tries to land a knee to the head but Kennedy blocks with his arms. #BC#
Kennedy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kennedy lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kennedy throws the kick towards the body but Tanner avoids it.
As Kennedy backs off Tanner throws a huge counter combo but Kennedy manages to avoid it all.
Jason Tanner seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tanner wants to clinch up but Kennedy keeps it at a distance.
Kennedy is looking to land body kicks.#CL2#
Tanner has closed the distance and engaged Kennedy in a clinch.
Tanner swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tanner misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tanner blocks an uppercut.
Kennedy is trying to break the clinch but Tanner is controlling him.
Tanner missing with knees to the body.
Tanner throws a punch but it's blocked by Kennedy.
Kennedy slowing the pace effectively.#T2#
Tanner with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Kennedy tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Kennedy can't break the clinch.
Kennedy looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Tanner lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Tanner tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Tanner misses with a knee strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tanner.
Kennedy misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Kennedy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tanner misses with a lunging right hand
and Kennedy counters with a thumping low kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kennedy darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tanner throws a series of punches but Kennedy moves out of range.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kennedy.
Tanner walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kennedy.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Jason Tanner.
Well Tanner 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 William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jason Tanner!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Jason Tanner made sure he mentioned KOMBAT KLOTHING, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: FRIDAY SHOOTOUT 2
Date: Apr 10, 2020

#R1#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Kennedy crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Fonseca - the referee stops the clock and Kennedy gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Fonseca. Kennedy manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Kennedy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A punch combination from Fonseca misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kennedy! But no joy.
Fonseca misses with a low kick.
Fonseca just misses with a punch to the body.
Kennedy tries to clinch up but Fonseca circles away and keeps his distance.
Juan Fonseca seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Kennedy smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Fonseca tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Fonseca stuns Kennedy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kennedy punishes Fonseca's body with a nice straight punch.
Kennedy connects with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Fonseca.
Kennedy scores with a leg kick.
Kennedy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fonseca was well out of range. Poor timing from Kennedy.
Kennedy delivers a nice body kick.
Fonseca connects with a body shot that sends Kennedy's belly button to the back.
A jab from Kennedy does it's job there.
Kennedy is looking to land body kicks.#T1#
Kennedy tries a head kick but it misses.
Fonseca lands the left hand.
Kennedy walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Fonseca ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kennedy moves away.
Kennedy takes one to the side of the head.
Fonseca avoids the head kick by Kennedy.
Kennedy looks to score with a jab to the body but Fonseca is just out of range.
Fonseca misses with a straight left.
Kennedy misses with a body kick.
Kennedy swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kennedy slips under a jab.
Kennedy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Juan Fonseca is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fonseca misses with a series of wild punches.
Fonseca has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kennedy.
Fonseca feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kennedys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Fonseca.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kennedy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fonseca misses with a hook. Kennedy ducked under it nicely.
Fonseca throws a leg kick but Kennedy sees it coming and moves out of range.
A jab from Kennedy misses.
Fonseca takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#CL#
Fonseca has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Fonseca pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kennedy walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Fonseca checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Fonseca staying out of range there.
Kennedy misses with a body kick.
Fonseca is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kennedy tries to close the distance and clinch but Fonseca swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A punch combination from Fonseca misses.
Fonseca avoids a kick to the body.
Fonseca swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kennedy appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kennedy uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Fonseca has time to react.
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 Juan Fonseca 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#
Fonseca misses with a straight left.
Kennedy misses with a body shot.
Fonseca appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Fonseca ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kennedy moves away.
Fonseca looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Fonseca throws a nice looking combination but Kennedy bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kennedy is looking for the big counter here.
Fonseca looks to throw the jab but Kennedy is out of range.
Kennedy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kennedy walks into a jab.
Fonseca throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A head kick misses from Kennedy.
Fonseca misses with a shot to the body
and Kennedy counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Kennedy swings for the body but Fonseca moves out of range.
Fonseca throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kennedy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Fonseca.
Fonseca swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fonseca looks to land a combination. Kennedy sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Juan Fonseca is winning the standup battle so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fonseca lands a jab-cross combination.
Fonseca throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kennedy with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Fonseca to score with a decent uppercut.
Kennedy moves away from the strike by Fonseca. #T1#
Fonseca on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kennedy thuds his shin into the meat of Fonseca's side.
A head kick misses from Kennedy.
Kennedy lands a slapping body shot.
Fonseca misses with an uppercut.
Fonseca scores with a body shot.
Fonseca throws an overhand right that lands on Kennedy's shoulder, as Kennedy tries to avoid the shot.
Fonseca throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kennedy counters with a low kick, right behind Fonseca 's knee.
Kennedy throws the kick towards the body but Fonseca avoids it.
Fonseca misses with a body kick.
Kennedy will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A chopping leg kick lands by Fonseca.
Fonseca swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kennedy attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Fonseca drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kennedy takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T2#
Fonseca misses with a head kick.
Kennedy pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Fonseca walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kennedy checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kennedy let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Fonseca changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kennedy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kennedy misses with a kick to the body.
Kennedy lands a leg kick that knocks Fonseca off balance momentarily.
Kennedy throws a lazy head kick
and Fonseca counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kennedy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Fonseca jabs Kennedy right on the nose. Kennedy blinks but takes it well.
Kennedy is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Fonseca rather than just go for the knockout.
Kennedy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fonseca.
Fonseca loads up on a big right hand but Kennedy slips the punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fonseca cracks Kennedy with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Fonseca looks to score with a jab to the body but Kennedy is just out of range.
Kennedy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Fonseca.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Juan Fonseca dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Fonseca throws a body punch but Kennedy moves out of range.
Kennedy scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kennedy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Nice cross by Fonseca.
Kennedy swings for the body but Fonseca moves out of range.
Kennedy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kennedy misses with a kick to the body.
Kennedy blocks a jab.
Fonseca fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kennedy manages to avoid it.
Kennedy steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Fonseca throws a leg kick that is checked
and Fonseca takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kennedy throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Fonseca.
Kennedy throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #CL2#
Kennedy moves into the clinch.
Fonseca is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Fonseca lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kennedy backwards. #BC2#
Kennedy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T1#
Kennedy tries a head kick but it misses.
Fonseca is looking to counter punch.
Fonseca clobbers Kennedy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kennedy misses the jab.
As Kennedy looks to move away, Fonseca throws a big counter combo but Kennedy just gets out of the way.
Fonseca bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kennedy misses with an attempted mid kick.
Fonseca throws a low kick, looking for Kennedy's leg but Kennedy calmly moves out of range.
Fonseca comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#KD#
Fonseca closes the distance and scores with a big combo that sends Kennedy crashing to the mat! Kennedy uses the ropes to get back to his feet and beat the count. The referee looks concerned but he's going to allow it to continue!
Juan Fonseca is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Fonseca is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kennedy throws the left hand but Fonseca avoids the punch easily.
Kennedy just misses with a punch to the body.
Kennedy misses with a double jab.
Kennedy walks into a straight right hand from Fonseca.
Good standup being displayed there by Kennedy as he connects with a hook.
Kennedy misses with a kick to the body
and Fonseca counters with a solid body kick.
Fonseca takes a swing at Kennedy's ribcage but misses.
Fonseca throws a head kick that misses. #T2##CL2#
Kennedy has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Kennedy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Fonseca throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Kennedy's head.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Fonseca.
Fonseca fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kennedy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kennedy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fonseca manages to avoid it.
Fonseca throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fonseca throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kennedy.
Fonseca looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Fonseca connects with the punch.
Fonseca throws a hook but Kennedy blocks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fonseca moves out of range of the body kick from Kennedy.
Fonseca throws a quick counter head kick but Kennedy was just out of range.
Kennedy is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fonseca darts in and out, connecting with a jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Juan Fonseca showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Fonseca has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:26
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:26
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Juan Fonseca!

Event: FRIDAY SHOOTOUT 1
Date: Mar 20, 2020

#R1#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kennedy.
A little feinted left hand from Bestarsson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kennedy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kennedy scores with a nice head shot.
Kennedy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kennedy looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kennedy throws a body punch but Bestarsson moves out of range.
Kennedy blocks a head kick by Bestarsson.
Kennedy pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kennedy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kennedy fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bestarsson checks it well.
Kennedy connects with a crisp jab. #T1#
Bestarsson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kennedy.
Kennedy swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kennedy misses with a looping right.
Kennedy throws the kick towards the body but Bestarsson avoids it.
Kennedy scores with a body shot.
Kennedy misses with a wild combination. #CL#
Bestarsson moves into the clinch.
Bestarsson misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bestarsson.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kennedy.
Bestarsson swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T2#
Kennedy blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Kennedy blocks a body shot from Bestarsson.
A frustrated look appears on Kennedy's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Bestarsson as Kennedy tries to tie him up.
Kennedy throws a knee to the head but misses.
Bestarsson lands a body shot in the clinch. #BC2#
Kennedy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kennedy throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kennedy pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bestarsson is out of range and Kennedy settles back down.
Bestarsson fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kennedy checks it well.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Kennedy feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Bestarsson's calf.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kennedy lands a nice looking kick to the body. Bestarsson takes a step back to recover.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Steven Kennedy dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Bestarsson throws a series of punches but Kennedy avoids them all with ease.
Kennedy misses with a hook. Bestarsson ducked under it nicely.
Good shot there by Kennedy.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Bestarsson fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kennedy just manages to avoid it.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Bestarsson. Kennedy shrugs it off though.
Kennedy avoids the body shot from Bestarsson.
Kennedy throws a sloppy head kick
and Kennedy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bestarsson slips a jab from Kennedy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy throws a sloppy head kick and Bestarsson moves out of range easily.
Kennedy misses with a body kick.
Good shot there by Kennedy.
Kennedy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bestarsson.
Steven Kennedy seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Kennedy misses with a hook
and Bestarsson counters with a left and a right that stings Kennedy.
Bestarsson blocks a head kick by Kennedy.
Kennedy misses with a looping right.
It looked like Bestarsson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kennedy plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Steven Kennedy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy moves out of range of the strikes.
Bestarsson throws a sloppy body shot
and Kennedy counters with a body kick that stops Bestarsson in his tracks momentarily.
Kennedy throws a leg kick but Bestarsson sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kennedy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bestarsson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kennedy throws a sloppy head kick and Bestarsson moves out of range easily.
Kennedy scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T2#
Kennedy does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Kennedy misses with an attempted mid kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kennedy slips under a jab.
Kennedy misses with a hook to the body
and Bestarsson counters with a nice leg kick.
Bestarsson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kennedy moves away.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bestarsson misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Kennedy breaks from the clinch.
Kennedy fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bestarsson checks it well.
Kennedy checks a leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kennedy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Steven Kennedy 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 ring so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Kennedy scores with a body shot.
Viktor Bestarsson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kennedy scores with a jab.
Kennedy feints and then cracks Bestarsson's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bestarsson down.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kennedy.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Kennedy fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kennedy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bestarsson.
Kennedy tries to work over Bestarsson's front leg with a kick but Bestarsson checks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bestarsson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bestarsson throws a counter high kick but Kennedy was just alert enough to avoid it.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kennedy throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Bestarsson to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Kennedy misses with a hook. Bestarsson ducked under it nicely.
Bestarsson throwing a counter right hand but Kennedy manages to avoid it.
Kennedy works over Bestarsson's head and body with a nice combination.
Bestarsson misses with a straight left.
Kennedy plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Kennedy avoids the body shot from Bestarsson.
Bestarsson takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kennedy.
Kennedy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bestarsson was well out of range. Poor timing from Kennedy.
Kennedy checks a low kick from Bestarsson.
Kennedy checks a leg kick.
Viktor Bestarsson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bestarsson avoids the body shot from Kennedy. #T2#
Bestarsson takes a swing at Kennedy's ribcage but misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bestarsson.
Kennedy checks the leg kick.
Kennedy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kennedy scores with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bestarsson throws a body shot but no joy.
Bestarsson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kennedy doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kennedy feints a jab promting Bestarsson to slip. Kennedy then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Bestarsson slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Bestarsson blocks the body kick.
Good shot there by Kennedy.#ROC2#
Bestarsson is rocked!
Kennedy plants his feet and throws a brutal three punch combo that sends Bestarsson swiftly into unconsciousness! Right, left, right! Boom, boom, boom! Bestarsson face plants, battered and bloodied! He might never be the same again after that finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Steven Kennedy!
Our winner, Steven Kennedy, 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: Grand Prix ROUND 2 RUSSIA
Date: Feb 29, 2020

#R1#
Danga de danga de dang - Lee scores with a four punch combination!
A left lands for Lee.
Kennedy misses with a kick to the body.
A little jabbing left from Lee on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lee moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kennedy pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lee is out of range and Kennedy settles back down.
Lee misses with a straight right.
Lee displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kennedy throws out the jab.
Lee misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kennedy.
Lee chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Lee punishes Kennedy's body with a nice straight punch.
Lee thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lee keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A good leg kick by Lee.
Lee misses with a hook. Kennedy ducked under it nicely.
Lee looks to score with a jab to the body but Kennedy is just out of range.
Kennedy throws a push kick but Lee slaps the foot to one side.
Kennedy lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lee scores with a push kick.#T1#
Lee fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
We've been informed that Lee 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.
Lee throws an overhand right that lands on Kennedy's shoulder, as Kennedy tries to avoid the shot.
Kennedy looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
A leg kick checked by Lee.
Lee cracks Kennedy with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lee throws an overhand right that lands on Kennedy's shoulder, as Kennedy tries to avoid the shot.
Lee lands with a hook. Kennedy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kennedy misses with a two punch combination.
Lee looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kennedy connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lee's hands.
Wutang Lee is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kennedy slips a jab and a cross from Lee.
Kennedy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kennedy blocks a leg kick.
Lee walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kennedy checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kennedy throws a body kick that misses.
Lee connects with a solid leg kick.
Kennedy fails with an attempt to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Lee on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Kennedy rushes Lee and presses him up against the ropes.
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!#BC#
Kennedy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T2#
Lee thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kennedy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kennedy throws a wild body kick that Lee sees coming a mile off.
Lee takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kennedy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lee lands with a thumping leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lee. That's going to slow Kennedy down.
Lee scores with the left hand. Kennedy knows he should have avoided that one.
Wutang Lee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lee swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nice shot lands for Lee.
Kennedy cracks Lee with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Kennedy clobbers Lee with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice shot by Lee.
Kennedy throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lee fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kennedy is out of range.
Kennedy looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Wutang Lee dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Nice straight punches there by Lee. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lee.
Lee misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kennedy misses with an attempted mid kick.
Some wild striking there from Lee.
Kennedy looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lee has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lee.
Kennedy throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kennedy throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kennedy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lee looks to land a right hand but Kennedy moved out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy looks to clinch
and Kennedy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lee throws a looping overhand right but Kennedy ducks down to avoid it.
Kennedy wants to clinch but Lee slips to the side
and Lee counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lee avoids the head kick by Kennedy.
Lee misses with a head kick.
A big right from Lee misses. #T1#
Lee sizes up Kennedy with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lee moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kennedy.
Some bone on bone action there as Lee checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kennedy scores with a nice right hand.
Lee throws out a powerful jab.
Lee ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lee finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lee tries a head kick but it misses.
Kennedy scores with a three punch combo! #ROC#
Lee is rocked!
Lee is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Kennedy doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Lee crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Lee's bad books for that mishap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Steven Kennedy!
A victorious Steven Kennedy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 09, 2020

#R1#
Prince ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kennedy moves away.#CL2#
Kennedy gets tackled into the cage by Prince. Prince maintains the clinch.
Kennedy is trying to break the clinch but Prince is controlling him.#TD2#
Prince has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Kennedy uses from the top position.
Kennedy stands up over Prince, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Prince really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kennedy. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kennedy with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Kennedy sitting in guard here, content to control.
Prince wants to get back to his feet but Kennedy is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kennedy passes into half guard. #SUB#
Prince pushes Kennedy off, looking to escape but Kennedy dives into side control. He's locked up a kimura now - that was fast! He's cranking on it and Prince is forced to tap! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Steven Kennedy!
A victorious Steven Kennedy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Jungle Prince had this to say: 'I may be retiring. This is the 12th time I've lost in a row and I need to stop fighting. Im not who I used to be. But My money situation is terrible so I might have to keep fighting.'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 29, 2020

#R1#
Kennedy throws a body shot but no joy.
Prince wants to clinch up but Kennedy keeps it at a distance.#TD#
Prince looking to score a takedown here. Kennedy is defending well but Prince drives through and ends up in Kennedy's guard.#SUB2#
Kennedy is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Prince has his hands clasped together but Kennedy extends and breaks Prince's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Kennedy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Steven Kennedy!
An out of breath Steven Kennedy thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Jungle Prince spoke after the fight, saying 'I may be retiring. This is the 11th time I've lost in a row and I need to stop fighting. Im not who I used to be. But My money situation is terrible so I might have to keep fighting.'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 19, 2020

#R1#
A low kick from Kennedy misses
and Draven counters with a good, hard body kick but Kennedy shrugs it off.
Draven swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kennedy is looking to land body kicks.
Kennedy throws a half hearted mid kick.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kennedy is defended easily by Draven.
Draven throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Draven moves away.
Kennedy steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Draven. That one must have hurt.
Draven's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Draven duly obliges. #TD2#
Kennedy closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Draven did well to prevent Kennedy getting side control.#T1#
Draven gets back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Draven looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Draven utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kennedy wants to control from the top but Draven keeps moving.
Kennedy sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kennedy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Draven works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kennedy postures up.
Draven has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Kennedy is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kennedy wants to control from the top but Draven keeps moving. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Draven is looking for a triangle but Kennedy pushes his legs off easily.
Kennedy showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kennedy trying to control the position from guard on top but Draven is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Kennedy drops back looking for a leg! Draven is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Draven manages to kick Kennedy off! Kennedy jumps back into Draven's guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
Draven walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kennedy checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kennedy rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Draven counters with a thumping low kick.
Draven lands a right hook to the body.
Kennedy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Draven.
Kennedy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Eric Draven is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kennedy goes for a double leg but Draven avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Draven continues to drive forward.
Draven takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Draven lands a nice looking body shot.
Kennedy lands a right hook to the body. #CL2#
Kennedy gets a clinch.
Kennedy jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Draven walks away with a smile on his face. Kennedy gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Eric Draven has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.
Kennedy has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Draven.#T4#
Kennedy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Draven manages to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Draven lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Draven throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Kennedy misses with a body shot.
Draven swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kennedy tries to clinch up but Draven circles away and keeps his distance.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a lazy uppercut
and Draven connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kennedy with a poor takedown
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Draven throws a half hearted mid kick.
Draven blocks a low kick nicely.
Draven is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eric Draven dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Kennedy fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Draven misses with a series of wild punches.
Kennedy is looking for the big counter here.
Good exchange - Kennedy coming out on top.
Kennedy misses with a body kick.
Draven feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kennedy throws a body kick that misses
and Draven makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Draven swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kennedy appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Draven blocks a leg kick.
Kennedy takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #TD2#
Kennedy shoots in and bounces Draven off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Draven keeping moving, preventing Kennedy from controlling successfully. #T1#
Draven is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Draven is looking for a triangle but Kennedy pushes his legs off easily.
Kennedy's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Draven looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Draven looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kennedy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Draven is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kennedy is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Draven throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Draven wants to control but Kennedy passes easily into half guard.
Kennedy trying to control the action but Draven is working from the bottom.
Kennedy stalling away here and it's allowed Draven to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #SUB#
Draven looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Kennedy got a little sloppy there for a moment and Draven has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kennedy has managed to get both his arms back between Draven's legs - danger averted.#T3#
Kennedy wants to control from the top but Draven keeps moving.
Kennedy throwing strikes from guard but Draven blocks nicely.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kennedy's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kennedy postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Draven utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kennedy trying to control the position from guard on top but Draven is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kennedy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steven Kennedy has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Draven is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Kennedy frees his head nicely. Oh but Draven has switched to an armbar! Kennedy is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Eric Draven!
Our winner, Eric Draven, 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 06, 2020

#R1#
Branch uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kennedy.
Kennedy misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kennedy misses with a kick to the body #TD#
and Branch counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB2#
Kennedy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Branch wants to stand but Kennedy has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU#
Branch gets to his feet - Kennedy follows without any prompting. #CL2#
Kennedy gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Branch is looking to take this one to the mat.
We've been informed that Kennedy 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.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kennedy.
Kennedy tries to work over Branch's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Branch has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kennedy avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Branch wants to take the fight to the mat but Kennedy manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Titus Branch. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Kennedy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Kennedy shoots in for a takedown but Branch shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Branch half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Branch moves out of range of the body kick from Kennedy.
Kennedy looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Branch dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Titus Branch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Branch throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Branch will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Branch lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kennedy circles away quickly and effectively.
Branch misses with the combination.
Branch misses with a looping right.
Branch misses with a wild combination.
Kennedy has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Kennedy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Branch. #T2#
Branch misses with a low kick.
Branch rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kennedy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kennedy delivers a nice body kick.#CL2#
Kennedy gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Branch looking for a takedown.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Kennedy goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD2#
Kennedy gets control of Branch's arms and successfully pulls guard. Kennedy will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Branch wants to get up but he can't break Kennedy's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Branch has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Kennedy has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Branch should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Kennedy has tightened it up now! Branch should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Steven Kennedy!
A victorious Steven Kennedy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: RR 2.5
Date: Dec 31, 2019

#R1#
Mcallister throws a poor cross that misses
and Kennedy counters with a good, hard body kick but Mcallister shrugs it off.
Kennedy throws a leg kick which misses Mcallister's front leg but catches the back leg as Mcallister tries to avoid it.
Collin Mcallister seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kennedy with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kennedy looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kennedy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mcallister throws out the jab.
Kennedy thuds a left hand into Mcallister's body.
Kennedy tries a head kick but it misses.
Mcallister throws the left hand but Kennedy avoids the punch easily.
Kennedy went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Kennedy lands with a kick to the ribs.
Kennedy lands a jab to Mcallister's midsection.
Kennedy throws a series of strikes that have Mcallister backpedaling.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kennedy scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Kennedy closes the distance and catches Mcallister with a lead hook that drops him to the canvas! Mcallister is clearly dazed and struggling here! 3,4,5,6,7 and Mcallister is up to his feet but the referee has called it off! Mcallister is still far too wobbly and he's not going to allow the fight to continue! Kennedy takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Steven Kennedy!
During a confident post fight interview, Steven Kennedy thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: RH107
Date: Nov 02, 2019

#R1#
Kennedy has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kennedy there as he acknowledges the shot.
LaCrosse is looking to clinch.
LaCrosse tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kennedy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kennedy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
LaCrosse scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kennedy walks into a stiff left hand from LaCrosse.
LaCrosse tries to clinch up
letting Kennedy counter with a right hand.
Kennedy keeps the fight on the outside.
Kennedy keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kennedy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from LaCrosse.
LaCrosse gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kennedy misses with a wild body shot.
A shot to the body from Kennedy misses
and Kennedy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A looping hook to the body misses from LaCrosse. Kennedy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jab by LaCrosse.#CL#
LaCrosse has closed the distance and engaged Kennedy in a clinch.
LaCrosse lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
LaCrosse fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
With the fighters up against the ropes, LaCrosse throws an elbow but misses.
Kennedy tries to stall but LaCrosse uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
LaCrosse fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kennedy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
LaCrosse throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kennedys head.
Kennedy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
LaCrosse misses with some punches.
LaCrosse misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Kennedy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
LaCrosse has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Soul Supremacy Rio in the buildup to the fight.
Kennedy throws a jab when LaCrosse was well out of range.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kennedy!
LaCrosse lands the left hand.#CL#
LaCrosse has closed the distance and engaged Kennedy in a clinch.
Kennedy blocking some punches.
Kennedy looks to throw an elbow but misses. #T2#
Kennedy blocks an uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#BC2#
Kennedy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
LaCrosse works over Kennedy's head and body with a nice combination.
LaCrosse moves into range and connects with a jab.
LaCrosse tries to clinch but Kennedy moves away
and Kennedy counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
LaCrosse is looking to clinch.
Kennedy misses the shot to the body.
LaCrosse tries to clinch but Kennedy is having none of it.
LaCrosse is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kennedy throws out a counter right but LaCrosse avoids it with no problem.
LaCrosse tries to close the distance and clinch but Kennedy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
LaCrosse tries to clinch up.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
LaCrosse moves out of range as Kennedy throws a body kick.
LaCrosse fails with an attempt to clinch.
LaCrosse lands with a straight right. Kennedy didn't see that one coming.
Kennedy lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Judge LaCrosse dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Kennedy misses with a wild combination.
LaCrosse jabs Kennedy to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Good exchange - LaCrosse coming out on top.
LaCrosse tries to close the distance and clinch but Kennedy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
LaCrosse is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?
LaCrosse tries to clinch up but Kennedy circles away and keeps his distance.
LaCrosse misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kennedy.
LaCrosse really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
LaCrosse tests Kennedy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
LaCrosse moves to clinch but Kennedy breaks away
and Kennedy counters with an outside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy throws a body shot but no joy.
LaCrosse tries to clinch up but Kennedy circles away and keeps his distance.
Nice uppercut there from LaCrosse.
Kennedy scores with a jab. LaCrosse acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
LaCrosse fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kennedy manages to avoid it.
Kennedy throws out a counter right but LaCrosse avoids it with no problem.
Kennedy throws a front kick that sends LaCrosse stumbling back into the ropes.#T1##CL#
LaCrosse moves into the clinch successfully.
Kennedy blocks a body shot from LaCrosse.
Kennedy blocking some punches.
Kennedy wants to break the clinch but can't.
LaCrosse lands with a short shot to the head.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Kennedy takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Kennedy blocks an uppercut.
Kennedy prevents a body shot from LaCrosse.
Kennedy is trying to break free.
LaCrosse throws a head punch that misses.
Kennedy tries to throw a body punch but LaCrosse avoids it by throwing Kennedy back against the ropes.
LaCrosse has Kennedy pressed against the ropes, preventing Kennedy from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for LaCrosse.
LaCrosse lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Judge LaCrosse has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T2#
Kennedy stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
LaCrosse misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Kennedy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
LaCrosse is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
LaCrosse moves in looking to clinch but Kennedy pushes him off.
Kennedy cracks LaCrosse with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kennedy chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Some bone on bone action there as LaCrosse checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Judge LaCrosse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slow jab from Kennedy misses its intended target.
Steven Kennedy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kennedy moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
LaCrosse connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kennedy throws a push kick but LaCrosse slaps the foot to one side.
LaCrosse lands with a shot to the body.
LaCrosse is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kennedy scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Kennedy keeps the fight on the outside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Steven Kennedy will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
LaCrosse fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kennedy throws the kick towards the body but LaCrosse avoids it.
Kennedy thumps LaCrosse with a low kick.
Kennedy looks to score with a jab to the body but LaCrosse is just out of range.
LaCrosse tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kennedy manages to circle out of the way.
Kennedy on the wrong end of a nice jab.
LaCrosse tries to close the distance and clinch but Kennedy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
LaCrosse lands with a good body shot.
LaCrosse moves out of range of the body kick.
LaCrosse tries to close the distance and clinch but Kennedy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kennedy avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL#
LaCrosse rushes Kennedy and presses him up against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice elbow from LaCrosse. #CUT#
It looks like Steven Kennedy has been cut.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
LaCrosse misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kennedy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
LaCrosse misses with some punches. #T1#
A head punch on the inside from LaCrosse fails to land.
A short right from LaCrosse on the inside.
LaCrosse lands a damaging elbow.
Kennedy looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
LaCrosse misses with a body punch.
Kennedy can't break the clinch.
Kennedy looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Kennedy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
LaCrosse takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
LaCrosse is looking to clinch but Kennedy is avoiding it.
LaCrosse jabs Kennedy to the body, keeping him at a distance.
LaCrosse closes the distance and lands a one-two.
LaCrosse is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Kennedy defending well as LaCrosse loads up on a big left hand.
LaCrosse fails with an attempt to clinch.
LaCrosse dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
LaCrosse dodges the punch combination from Kennedy.
As Kennedy tries to get set, LaCrosse tries to push him back and clinch up but Kennedy manages to avoid the attempt.#T2##KD#
LaCrosse scores a flash knockdown with a right hook that drops Kennedy to his hands and knees! The ref pushes LaCrosse away as he looks to land an illegal blow. Kennedy got an extra few seconds to recover there, which could have made all the differences as he stumbles back to his feet. The referee looks into his eyes and decides to allow the bout to continue. Can he survive?!
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as LaCrosse checks a leg kick. #CL#
LaCrosse moves into the clinch successfully.
Kennedy is trying to push LaCrosse away but LaCrosse has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
A short left from LaCrosse.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, LaCrosse creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Kennedy breaks from the clinch.
Judge LaCrosse is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kennedy circles away from the clinch attempt.
LaCrosse blocks a low kick nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
LaCrosse uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
LaCrosse throws a jab when Kennedy was well out of range.
Kennedy feints a counter leg kick.#CL#
LaCrosse closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
LaCrosse misses with a hook from the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Judge LaCrosse showed his dominance in that final round.
Well LaCrosse has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 30:27
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 29:27
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 29:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Judge LaCrosse!

Event: RH95
Date: Oct 05, 2019

#R1#
Chantha throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kennedy throws a half hearted mid kick.
Chantha throws a big counter combination but Kennedy scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Kennedy motions for Chantha to come forward. Kennedy throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
It looked like Chantha was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Chantha takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Chantha avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kennedy attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Chantha throws a hook but Kennedy avoids it easily.
Kennedy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Chantha jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Chantha misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kennedy.
Bun Chantha seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Chantha fails in his attempt to clinch.
Chantha 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.
Chantha throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Chantha cracks Kennedy with a good jab.
Chantha throws an off balance right hand
letting Kennedy counter with a right hand.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kennedy. #CL#
Chantha moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Kennedy breaks from the clinch.
Kennedy's coach down at Crapollas Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Kennedy's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Chantha jabs Kennedy right on the nose. Kennedy blinks but takes it well.
Chantha lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kennedy circles away quickly and effectively.#CL2#
Kennedy closes the distance and clinches.
Kennedy throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kennedy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kennedy looking to stall.
Kennedy can't break the clinch.
Chantha throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Chantha misses with a knee to the head. #T2#
Kennedy tries to break free but Chantha pushes him back against the ropes.#BC2#
Kennedy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kennedy dodges the punch combination from Chantha.
Kennedy tries to counter by closing the distance.
Nice uppercut there from Chantha.
Chantha uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kennedy.
Chantha thuds his right hand into Kennedy's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Chantha lands a right hook to the body.
Bun Chantha is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kennedy slips a jab and a cross from Chantha.
Kennedy swings for the body but Chantha moves out of range.
Chantha fails in his attempt to clinch.
A right-left combo lands from Chantha.
Kennedy lands a nice shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bun Chantha dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Chantha with a jab.
Kennedy tries to land a front kick but Chantha steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Chantha throws a body shot but no joy.
Kennedy is looking for the big counter here.
Bun Chantha is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kennedy motions for Chantha to come forward. Kennedy throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Chantha misses with a left hand
and Kennedy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kennedy misses with a lunging right hand
and Chantha counters with a two punch combo.
Chantha takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A telegraphed right hand from Chantha misses the target.
Kennedy scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bun Chantha is winning the standup battle so far.
Kennedy finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Chantha tests Kennedy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chantha doesn't manage to clinch there - Kennedy circles away.
Kennedy swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Chantha counters with a nice uppercut.
Chantha lands with a cross. #T1#
Chantha throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chantha misses with a wild combination.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kennedy.
Chantha throws a combination that misses
letting Kennedy counter with a right hand.
Kennedy with a jab.
Chantha works Kennedy's body with a nice hook.
Chantha swats away the attempt to clinch by Kennedy.
Chantha takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kennedy slips under a jab from Chantha.
Chantha moves away from the strike by Kennedy. #T2#
A thudding body kick lands there by Kennedy!
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses.
Kennedy swings away with a body shot that misses
and Chantha counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A big left from Kennedy misses.
Kennedy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chantha manages to avoid it.
Chantha blocks a low kick nicely.
Chantha throws a body punch but Kennedy moves out of range.
Chantha misses with a jab, cross combination.
Chantha sizes up Kennedy with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CL#
Chantha forces Kennedy back against the ropes and clinches.#BC2#
Kennedy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses.
Chantha is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?
Kennedy ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kennedy misses with a body kick.
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 Bun Chantha will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kennedy throws a looping overhand right but Chantha ducks down to avoid it.
Chantha misses with a body shot.
Kennedy throws a wild body kick that Chantha sees coming a mile off.
Chantha fails to land with a series of punches.
Kennedy doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Left hook, right uppercut from Chantha.
Kennedy throws a lazy head kick
and Chantha cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Good leg kick by Kennedy there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kennedy lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Chantha circles away quickly and effectively.
Kennedy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kennedy with a jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Chantha looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kennedy shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T1##CL#
Chantha closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Chantha's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Chantha misses with the combination.
Chantha swinging wildly here.
Kennedy swats away the attempt to clinch by Chantha.
Kennedy takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kennedy swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Chantha moves out of range as Kennedy throws a body kick.
Chantha wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kennedy misses with a wild body shot.
Kennedy takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T2#
Chantha moves out of range as Kennedy strikes.
Chantha misses with a straight right.
Kennedy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Chantha with a body shot.
A swing and a miss from Chantha.
Kennedy wants to land a leg kick but Chantha is out of range.
Chantha tries to clinch up.
Chantha backing away here, and Kennedy unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kennedy does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Chantha wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kennedy scores with a head kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Chantha has managed to clinch.
Chantha makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Kennedy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kennedy throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Chantha to counter with a crisp jab.
Bun Chantha is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Chantha scores with a sloppy right hand. Kennedy should have avoided that one.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2#
Kennedy moves into the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Chantha creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bun Chantha showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Chantha has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 30:27
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 30:27
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bun Chantha!
Bun Chantha really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that VanDam Clothing logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: RH83
Date: Sep 11, 2019

#R1#
Kennedy pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kennedy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Fonseca tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kennedy was well out of range. Poor timing from Fonseca.
Fonseca throws an overhand right that lands on Kennedy's shoulder, as Kennedy tries to avoid the shot.
Juan Fonseca seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy scores with a crisp jab that stopped Fonseca in his tracks.
Kennedy tries to clinch up.
Fonseca avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Both fighters circling a little - Kennedy finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Fonseca uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kennedy.
A shot to the body from Kennedy misses
and Kennedy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kennedy throws a predictable looking body shot
and Fonseca connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kennedy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fonseca.
Fonseca dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A looping hook to the body misses from Fonseca. Kennedy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fonseca lands a jab to Kennedy's midsection.
Fonseca lands a nice looking body shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Fonseca.
Fonseca rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kennedy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kennedy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
Fonseca scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kennedy doesn't seem bothered though.
Fonseca looks to throw the jab but Kennedy is out of range.
Fonseca fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kennedy checks it well.
Kennedy wants to clinch.
Kennedy takes one to the side of the head.
Kennedy takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kennedy is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Fonseca rather than just go for the knockout.
Kennedy turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Donk. Fonseca catches Kennedy right on the button with a cross.
Fonseca swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kennedy steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Fonseca.
Kennedy misses with an uppercut. Fonseca saw that one coming.
Kennedy tries to clinch there but Fonseca circles away.
A counter left hand to the body from Fonseca misses its target.
Fonseca connects with a body shot.
Kennedy lands a nice looking body shot. #T2#
Fonseca rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kennedy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fonseca slips under a jab from Kennedy.
Fonseca scoring well with a low kick there.
Kennedy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fonseca was well out of range. Poor timing from Kennedy.
Kennedy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Fonseca moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Fonseca is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kennedy.
Fonseca walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The fighters circling - Fonseca throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A clash of legs there as Fonseca blocks the low kick.
Kennedy avoids the head kick by Fonseca.
Kennedy throws a jab when Fonseca was well out of range.
Kennedy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fonseca throws out the jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fonseca misses with a low kick.
Fonseca works the jab nicely.
Kennedy connects with a body shot that sends Fonseca's belly button to the back.
Juan Fonseca is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kennedy jabs at Fonseca's body.
Fonseca misses the body punch
and Kennedy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Juan Fonseca dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Kennedy throws a wild body kick that Fonseca sees coming a mile off.
Fonseca tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kennedy was well out of range. Poor timing from Fonseca.
Fonseca lands a nice shot to the body.
Fonseca throws a hook but Kennedy blocks it.
Fonseca misses with a few strikes there.
Fonseca feints and then cracks Kennedy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kennedy down.
Kennedy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fonseca.
A nice side step and Kennedy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A lazy left from Fonseca finds it's target.
Fonseca punishes Kennedy's body with a nice straight punch.
A bone on bone clash there as Fonseca blocks the leg kick.
Kennedy misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fonseca moves away.
The fighters circle momentarily. Fonseca darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Fonseca lands a jab to the head.
Fonseca is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kennedy scores with a shot to the body.
Fonseca defending well as Kennedy loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Kennedy takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Fonseca walks into a straight right hand from Kennedy.
Fonseca moves out of range as Kennedy strikes.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Fonseca crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kennedy - the referee stops the clock and Fonseca gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kennedy. Fonseca manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Kennedy swings for the body but Fonseca moves out of range.
Kennedy swings for the body but Fonseca moves out of range.
Fonseca stalks Kennedy and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Kennedy's face. Kennedy staggers backwards, shaken.
A nice inside leg kick there by Fonseca. That's going to slow Kennedy down.
Fonseca pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fonseca throws a sloppy head kick and Kennedy moves out of range easily.
Fonseca misses with a right hand
and Kennedy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kennedy misses with a body kick.
Kennedy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kennedy connects with a right hand. Fonseca shakes it off.
Kennedy lands with a good body shot.
Fonseca ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kennedy moves away.#T2#
Fonseca misses with a body shot.
Kennedy let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kennedy will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Fonseca swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fonseca shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Fonseca throws a low kick, looking for Kennedy's leg but Kennedy calmly moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kennedy! But no joy.
Kennedy tries a head kick but it misses.
The fighters circle momentarily. Fonseca darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kennedy throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Fonseca blocks the body kick.
Fonseca scoring well with a low kick there.
Kennedy pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Fonseca lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kennedy circles away quickly and effectively.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kennedy shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Nice shot lands for Fonseca.
Juan Fonseca is winning the standup battle so far.
Kennedy throws a body punch but Fonseca moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Fonseca throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Juan Fonseca dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Kennedy punishes Fonseca's body with a nice straight punch.
Kennedy slips a jab and a cross from Fonseca.
Kennedy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Fonseca with a body shot.
Fonseca scores with a body shot.
Fonseca takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Kennedy misses with a low kick as Fonseca jumps back.
Fonseca misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kennedy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kennedy throws a shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Kennedy.
Fonseca takes a swing at Kennedy's ribcage but misses.
Nice shot by Fonseca.
Kennedy tries to move into range but Fonseca moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kennedy. That's going to slow Fonseca down.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fonseca misses with a body shot.
Kennedy tries to counter with a clinch but Fonseca shakes him off and moves away.
Fonseca looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Fonseca looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T1#
Fonseca keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses.
Kennedy throws a push kick but Fonseca slaps the foot to one side.
Fonseca blocks a jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Fonseca as he connects with a hook.
Kennedy lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Fonseca looks to score with a jab to the body but Kennedy is just out of range.
Kennedy throws a wild body kick that Fonseca sees coming a mile off.
Juan Fonseca is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Fonseca swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fonseca checks a leg kick nicely.
Fonseca misses with an uppercut.
Fonseca dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kennedy. That did some damage!
Fonseca scores with a leg kick.
Fonseca ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kennedy moves away.
Fonseca's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kennedy under the eye.
Fonseca blocks a leg kick.#T2#
Kennedy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fonseca misses with a lunging right hand
and Kennedy counters with a nice body kick.
Kennedy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fonseca lands a jab.
Kennedy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kennedy throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Kennedy takes one on the button.
Fonseca fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kennedy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Fonseca.
Kennedy swings for the body but Fonseca moves out of range.
A jab from Fonseca does it's job there.
Fonseca misses with a straight right.
Fonseca misses with a hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kennedy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fonseca.
Fonseca backing away here, and Kennedy unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kennedy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fonseca was well out of range. Poor timing from Kennedy.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kennedy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Fonseca swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.

And that's the end of the fight!
Juan Fonseca showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Fonseca has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 30:27
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Juan Fonseca!

Event: RH73
Date: Aug 21, 2019

#R1#
A nice combination there by Wightman.
Wightman walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kennedy checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kennedy wants to clinch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Wightman.
Kennedy lands a nice shot to the body.
Wightman moves out of range of the body kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Wightman misses its target.
Wightman scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A combination from Wightman does no damage.
Kennedy sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Kennedy takes a kick to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kennedy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Wightman swinging wildly here.
Wightman staying out of range there.#T1#
Jab from Wightman.
Wightman throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kennedy.
Wightman throws a sloppy head kick and Kennedy moves out of range easily.
Kennedy cracks Wightman with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Wightman looks to throw a body kick
and Kennedy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wightman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A low kick from Kennedy is predictable there
and Kennedy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sloppy strikes from Wightman. Those never looked like landing.
Kennedy follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Kennedy throws a front kick aimed at Wightman's knee but Wightman avoids it well.
Kennedy throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Wightman counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wightman buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Kennedy has closed the distance and engaged Wightman in a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wightman.
Kennedy blocks the elbow strike.
Wightman misses with an elbow over the top.#T2#
Wightman misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kennedy is trying to break free.
Kennedy trying to control the position but instead, Wightman has worked for underhooks and has pushed Kennedy into the ropes.#BC2#
Kennedy breaks from the clinch.
Blake Wightman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wightman blocks a low kick nicely.
An inside leg kick lands from Wightman. #KD#
Wightman closes the distance and scores with a big combo that sends Kennedy crashing to the mat! Kennedy uses the ropes to get back to his feet and beat the count. The referee looks concerned but he's going to allow it to continue!#CUT#
It looks like Steven Kennedy has been cut.
Kennedy's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Wightman connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kennedy scrambles back to his feet.
Wightman misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wightman walks into a straight right hand from Kennedy.
Kennedy moves out of range of the leg kick from Wightman.
Kennedy pushes Wightman away with a front kick.
The crowd cheers as Kennedy lands an impressive looking overhand right. Wightman doesn't seem phased though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Blake Wightman should take that round, based on the knockdown.
The cut man is working on Steven Kennedy's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Wightman takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Blake Wightman is winning the standup battle so far.
Wightman throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Kennedy counter with a right hand.
Kennedy looks to land a body kick but Wightman moved away.
Kennedy 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.
Kennedy lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kennedy tries to clinch there but Wightman circles away.
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wightman moves away.
Wightman throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kennedy counters with a good low kick that Wightman was not able to check.
Kennedy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wightman loads up on a big right hand but Kennedy slips the punch.
Wightman throws an overhand right that lands on Kennedy's shoulder, as Kennedy tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wightman scores with a head kick.
Kennedy lands with a thumping leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Wightman.
Kennedy tries a quick counter leg kick but Wightman is wise to it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kennedy pivots, looking for a leg kick but Wightman is out of range and Kennedy settles back down.
Kennedy avoids the head kick by Wightman. #T1#
Kennedy connects with a body shot.
Wightman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?
Wightman blocks a jab.
Wightman avoids the head kick by Kennedy.
Wightman throws an overhand right that lands on Kennedy's shoulder, as Kennedy tries to avoid the shot.
Wightman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kennedy looks to land a right hand but Wightman moved out of range.
Wightman appears to be looking for a big counter.
Wightman stuns Kennedy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kennedy wants to clinch up but Wightman keeps it at a distance.
Kennedy looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Wightman avoids the head kick by Kennedy.
Kennedy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wightman throws out the jab.
Wightman misses with a looping right.
Wightman jabs Kennedy right on the nose. Kennedy blinks but takes it well.
Wightman looks to land a body kick but Kennedy moved away.
Wightman misses with a low kick.
A nice side step and Kennedy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Blake Wightman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Wightman scores with a body shot.
Kennedy takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wightman throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kennedy counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Wightman thinking.
Kennedy misses with a two punch combination.
Kennedy tries to land a front kick but Wightman steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Wightman takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Wightman lands with a hook. Kennedy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kennedy is looking to chop away at Wightman's legs.
Blake Wightman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kennedy misses with a wild body shot.
Wightman scores with a spinning back kick!
Wightman pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Kennedy back to the ropes. Wightman follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Kennedy tried to score with a low kick but Wightman checks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kennedy keeps Wightman at a distance using the push kick.
Kennedy misses the shot to the body.
Wightman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Steven Kennedy will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Steven Kennedy's cut.
That's time! Wightman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Wightman will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kennedy tries to score with a low kick but Wightman moves his leg out of the way.
Kennedy blocks a low kick nicely.
Kennedy tries a quick counter leg kick but Wightman is wise to it.
Kennedy misses with a body kick.
Wightman pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Wightman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL2#
and Kennedy counters by clinching up.
Wightman lands with a right to the head.
Wightman scores with a shot to the side of Kennedy's head.
Kennedy wants to break free but Wightman has control.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy dodges an elbow strike from Wightman.
Wightman can't find room to land a body shot as Kennedy controls the action.
Wightman lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC2#
Kennedy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Kennedy connects with a solid leg kick.
Wightman lands with a nice body punch.
Wightman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wightman throws a big shot that misses.
Wightman throws a head kick but Kennedy moves out of range.
Wightman blocks the body kick.
A little feinted left hand from Wightman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Wightman lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Wightman throws a lazy uppercut
and Kennedy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wightman moves forwards but Kennedy connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kennedy lands with an overhand left.
Wightman fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kennedy appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Wightman fails to land with a series of punches.
Kennedy thows a left - swing and a miss!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kennedy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wightman was well out of range. Poor timing from Kennedy.
Kennedy checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T2#
Wightman rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kennedy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wightman throws a leg kick that misses.
Kennedy just misses with a punch to the body.
A shot to the liver by Wightman. Beautiful body shot.
A head kick misses from Wightman.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Wightman - that will leave a mark!
Kennedy misses with a two punch combination.
Wightman swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kennedy tries to land a leg kick but Wightman saw it coming and moves away.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Wightman throws a nice outside leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Wightman. That's going to slow Kennedy down.
Kennedy digs a good body shot into Wightman's ribs.
Wightman throws a right and a left that Kennedy avoids nicely.
Kennedy turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Blake Wightman showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Wightman has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 29:27
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 29:27
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 29:27

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

Event: RH64
Date: Aug 07, 2019

#R1#
Chigg misses with a body shot. #CL#
Chigg has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kennedy tries to circle away but Chigg has him pinned against the ropes.
Chigg working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Chigg avoids a wild elbow strike from Kennedy.#BC2#
Kennedy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kennedy throws a body punch but Chigg moves out of range.
A thudding body kick lands there by Kennedy!
Kennedy misses with a jab, cross combination.
Chigg thinks about countering with a body kick.
Kennedy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kennedy has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Kennedy.
Kennedy tries to land a front kick but Chigg steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kennedy wants to clinch.#T1#
Nice straight punches there by Chigg. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Chigg.
Chigg blocks a head kick by Kennedy.
Kennedy looks to score with a jab to the body but Chigg is just out of range.
Chigg connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A clash of legs there as Kennedy blocks the low kick.
Kennedy scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A low kick from Kennedy misses
and Chigg counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Chigg circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kennedy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kennedy just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
A good leg kick by Chigg.
Kennedy throws an overhand right that lands on Chigg's shoulder, as Chigg tries to avoid the shot.
Chigg is looking to counter the offense by Kennedy and move into the clinch.
Chigg jabs at Kennedy's body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Chigg throws a front kick that sends Kennedy stumbling back into the ropes.
Chigg moves out of range as Kennedy throws a body kick.
Chigg is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kennedy.
Chigg lands a slapping body shot.
Chigg lands a nice looking body kick.
Kennedy looks winded!
Chigg thows a left - swing and a miss!
Steven Kennedy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chigg tries to land a front kick but Kennedy steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Chigg lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A slapping body kick lands there for Chigg.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Maya Chigg dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chigg moves away.
Kennedy throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kennedy lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Chigg circles away quickly and effectively.
A counter left hand to the body from Chigg misses its target.
Chigg lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kennedy at a distance.
Chigg throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #CUT#
It looks like Steven Kennedy has been cut.
Chigg blocks the body kick.
Chigg looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kennedy is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Chigg moves out of range of the body kick from Kennedy.
Kennedy looks to score with a jab to the body but Chigg is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chigg moves out of range as Kennedy strikes.
Kennedy misses with a jab to the body
and Chigg counters with a nice uppercut.
Kennedy misses with a jab to the body #CL#
and Chigg counters by moving into the clinch.
Chigg throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T1#
Chigg lands a body shot.
Kennedy is breathing heavily.
Chigg working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kennedy has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kennedy - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
A short right from Chigg on the inside.
Kennedy wants to break free but Chigg has control.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Chigg.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Chigg really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Kennedy looking to slow down the pace here.
Kennedy is persisting with his attempts to control the action in the clinch, rather than do any real damage.
Kennedy is trying to stall.
Chigg lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T2#
Chigg lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kennedy backwards.
Kennedy blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Kennedy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kennedy lands with a nice body kick.
Kennedy is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Chigg rather than just go for the knockout.
Kennedy fails to land with a series of punches.
Kennedy takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Chigg throws a head kick that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chigg misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Chigg throws a body shot but no joy.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Chigg here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Kennedy avoids the body shot from Chigg.
Chigg scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Chigg misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Chigg delivers a nice body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Maya Chigg dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Steven Kennedy's cut.
That's time! Chigg's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Kennedy doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Chigg avoids the body shot from Kennedy.
Chigg jabs Kennedy to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Chigg looks to land a right hand but Kennedy moved out of range.
Kennedy throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kennedy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Chigg is looking to counter with head kicks.#CL#
Chigg takes the fight into the clinch.
Chigg pushes Kennedy back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chigg scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Chigg fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Chigg.
Chigg lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Kennedy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Chigg lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Maya Chigg is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T1#
Chigg keeps control of Kennedy as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Chigg prevents a body shot from Kennedy.
Chigg cracks Kennedy with a nice body shot.
Chigg misses with a hook from the clinch.
Maya Chigg has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Chigg goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chigg lands with a light punch inside.
A right hand to the body from Chigg.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Chigg as Kennedy tries to tie him up.
Kennedy is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Chigg misses with a body punch. #T2#
Still in the clinch, Chigg scores with a nice short uppercut.
Chigg tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chigg can't find room to land a body shot as Kennedy controls the action.
Kennedy wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kennedy wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Chigg has him pressed against the ropes.
Chigg softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.#BC2#
Kennedy manages to break the clinch.
Chigg is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?
Chigg connects with a jab.
Chigg fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kennedy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Chigg looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kennedy just misses with a punch to the body.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kennedy looks to throw a body kick
and Chigg counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.

And that's the end of the fight!
Maya Chigg showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Chigg has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 30:27
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Maya Chigg!
Maya Chigg really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that HGH Nutrients Q160 Tycoons Best Quality supps logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: RH59
Date: Jul 27, 2019

#R1#
Atunes looks to land a right hand but Kennedy moved out of range.
Atunes moves away from the strike by Kennedy.
Atunes turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Crunch! Atunes slams his shin into Kennedy's torso.
Kennedy walks into a left hand.
Kennedy lands a head kick. Atunes smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Atunes throws a jab but it's blocked by Kennedy.
Atunes misses with a looping left.
Atunes misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Atunes blocks the body kick.
Atunes was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Atunes 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.
An inside leg kick from Atunes misses.
Kennedy looks to clinch
and Atunes finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Kennedy has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Atunes finds it's way round the side to connect with Kennedy's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Atunes throws a low kick, looking for Kennedy's leg but Kennedy calmly moves out of range.
Atunes throws out a leg kick but Kennedy moves out of range and Atunes only half commits.
Atunes misses with a body kick.
Jab, jab by Atunes - just one landing. #T1##CL2#
Kennedy closes the distance and pushes Atunes back into the ropes.
Kennedy pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Kennedy taking a breather.
Atunes holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Kennedy looking to stall.
Atunes misses with a punch to the body.
Kennedy takes a shot to the head. #BC2#
Kennedy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kennedy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kennedy throws a big shot that misses.
Atunes lands with an uppercut that bounces Kennedy off the ropes and back into range.
Atunes misses with a head kick.
Atunes takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kennedy punishes Atunes's body with a nice straight punch.#T2#
Atunes misses with a hook.
Atunes lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kennedy misses with a body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses
and Atunes counters with a nice leg kick.
Nice cross by Atunes.
Atunes walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Atunes throws a jab but it's blocked by Kennedy.
Kennedy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Atunes throws a jab but it's blocked by Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a counter combo.
Kennedy misses with an attempted mid kick.
Atunes plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Atunes jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Atunes finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kennedy throws a counter combo.
Leonardo Atunes is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kennedy. Atunes does a little dance to reset his feet.
Atunes fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kennedy just manages to avoid it.
Atunes throws a right and a left that Kennedy avoids nicely.
Nice defenses there by Kennedy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Leonardo Atunes dominated that round.
That's time! Atunes's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Atunes. Kennedy does a little dance to reset his feet.
A nice side step and Kennedy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kennedy tries a head kick but it misses.
A little feinted left hand from Atunes on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Atunes throws a head kick but Kennedy moves out of range.
Kennedy takes one to the side of the head.
Atunes fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kennedy is out of range.
Atunes just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Kennedy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Leonardo Atunes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kennedy misses with a jab, cross combination.
Atunes tries to bum rush Kennedy with a series of wild strikes but Kennedy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kennedy misses with a low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Atunes on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Atunes misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Atunes swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Atunes swings widly with a right hand
and Kennedy counters with a nice body shot.
Kennedy pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Atunes swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kennedy is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Atunes rather than just go for the knockout.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Atunes.
Atunes avoids the body shot from Kennedy. #T1#
Atunes throws out a leg kick but Kennedy moves out of range and Atunes only half commits.
Leonardo Atunes is winning the standup battle so far.
A leg kick checked by Atunes.
Kennedy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Atunes throws out the jab.
Atunes connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kennedy's hands.
A big left from Atunes misses.
Atunes misses with a looping right.
Atunes with a nice cross.
Kennedy throws the kick towards the body but Atunes avoids it.
Atunes throws a jab when Kennedy was well out of range.
Kennedy on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kennedy fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kennedy stuns Atunes with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kennedy misses with an attempted mid kick.
Atunes looks to throw the jab but Kennedy is out of range.
Kennedy flicks out a counter leg kick but Atunes steps away.
Atunes fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kennedy.#T2#
Atunes throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kennedy throws out a counter right but Atunes avoids it with no problem.
Kennedy throws a hook to the side of Atunes's head but Atunes sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kennedy throws a low kick but it's checked well by Atunes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kennedy is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nice body punch from Atunes.
Kennedy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kennedy ducks under a wild hook from Atunes.
Atunes needs to keep his hands up - Kennedy had a free shot at his head there.
Kennedy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Atunes is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?
Atunes bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kennedy's head.
Nice body kick from Atunes.
Kennedy finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Atunes scores with a three punch combo!
The fighters circling - Atunes throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kennedy throws a half hearted mid kick.
Atunes tests Kennedy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Leonardo Atunes dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kennedy throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Atunes lands with an uppercut that bounces Kennedy off the ropes and back into range.
Kennedy throws a looping overhand right but Atunes ducks down to avoid it.
Atunes throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Atunes tries to work over Kennedy's front leg with a kick but Kennedy checks it.
Atunes moves out of range as Kennedy strikes.
Nice body punch from Atunes. #CL2#
Kennedy has Atunes up against the ropes in a clinch.
A short uppercut from Atunes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Atunes as Kennedy tries to tie him up.
Kennedy tries to circle away but Atunes has him pinned against the ropes.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Atunes creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A hook to the body from Atunes. #T1#
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#BC2#
Kennedy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Atunes stalks Kennedy and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Kennedy's face. Kennedy staggers backwards, shaken.
Atunes scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kennedy doesn't seem bothered though.
Nice body punch from Atunes.
Kennedy shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kennedy lands a right hook to the body.
Atunes throws a body shot but no joy.
Kennedy scores with a sloppy right hand. Atunes should have avoided that one.
Kennedy is looking to score with low kicks.
Atunes went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Kennedy tries to land a front kick but Atunes steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Atunes plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Atunes throws a wild body kick that Kennedy sees coming a mile off.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kennedy, as that shot connected.
Atunes lands a lovely overhand right.#T2#
Atunes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kennedy was well out of range. Poor timing from Atunes.
Atunes throws an overhand right that lands on Kennedy's shoulder, as Kennedy tries to avoid the shot.
Kennedy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Atunes throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kennedy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kennedy on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Atunes misses with a few strikes there. #CL2#
Kennedy gets a clinch.
Atunes looking to stall.
Atunes scores with a hook to the body.
Kennedy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Atunes keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kennedy's efforts to push away.#BC2#
Kennedy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kennedy looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Atunes thinks about countering with a body kick.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Leonardo Atunes is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Atunes misses with a hook
and Kennedy counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Leonardo Atunes showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Atunes has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 30:27
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: RH49
Date: Jul 06, 2019

#R1#
Kennedy throws a nice looking combination but Snow bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Snow thinks about the counter body kick.#CL2#
Snow rushes Kennedy and presses him up against the ropes.
Snow digs a right hand into Kennedy's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kennedy's gas tank.
Kennedy has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kennedy takes an elbow to the temple.
Snow tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Snow lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short uppercut from Snow.
Snow gets through Kennedy's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kennedy blocking some punches.
Snow tries a body shot but Kennedy blocks it.
Snow lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#
It looks like Steven Kennedy has been cut.
Snow scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Snow tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Snow lands a nice elbow.
Snow lands with a short shot to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Kennedy fails to land.
Snow misses with an elbow over the top.
Snow has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Kennedy seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Snow can turn it around.
Snow can't find room to land a body shot as Kennedy controls the action. #T1#
Snow working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Snow goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kennedy wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Snow has him pressed against the ropes.
Snow scores with a nice hook to the head.
Snow gets through Kennedy's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Snow throws a head punch that misses.
Snow lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Kennedy tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Snow avoids it.
A short right from Snow on the inside.
Nice body punch from Snow.
Kennedy is trying to stall.
Snow tries to throw a body punch but Kennedy avoids it by throwing Snow back against the ropes.
Snow pushes Kennedy back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kennedy can't break the clinch.
Kennedy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Snow lands a nice elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Kennedy fails to land. #T2#
Kennedy wants to break the clinch but can't.
Snow lands an elbow just above Kennedy 's eye.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kennedy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Snow lands a right hand.
A nice left hand lands by Snow. #BC#
Kennedy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Snow takes a swing at Kennedy's ribcage but misses.
Kennedy tries to counter by clinching up but Snow breaks away and moves out of range.
Kennedy goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Snow takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kennedy tries to land a body kick
letting Snow counter with a right hand.
Snow lands with a nice body kick.
Snow fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Snow gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Kennedy counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Snow gets a clinch.
Knees to the body from Kennedy.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Snow as Kennedy tries to tie him up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Snow dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Steven Kennedy's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Jab by Snow.
Snow throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kennedy with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL2#
Snow drives through and clinches with Kennedy against the ropes.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Snow. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Snow misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kennedy tries to work over Snow's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Snow as Kennedy tries to tie him up.
Snow has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kennedy avoids a wild elbow strike from Snow.
Snow misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy blocks the elbow strike.
Kennedy lands a shoulder strike.
Snow throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Snow lands an elbow inside.
Snow tries a body shot but Kennedy blocks it.
Snow lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Snow lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T1#
A nice glancing elbow lands by Snow.
Snow lands an elbow just above Kennedy 's eye.
Kennedy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Snow lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Snow. #BC#
Kennedy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kennedy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Snow uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kennedy. #CL2#
Snow closes the distance and clinches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kennedy.
Kennedy is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Snow is defending well for now.
Kennedy's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Snow lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Snow lands with a right to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Snow keeps control of Kennedy as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Snow lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kennedy backwards.
Kennedy missing with knees to the body. #T2#
A short left from Snow.
Snow misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kennedy is trying to push Snow away but Snow has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Snow lands an elbow inside that Kennedy shrugs off.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Snow.
Snow lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Snow digs a right hand into Kennedy's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kennedy's gas tank.
Snow misses with an elbow over the top.
Snow misses with a punch to the body.
Snow lands with a short shot to the head.
Snow pushes off an throws an elbow but Kennedy leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Kennedy avoids the elbow strike from Snow, against the ropes.
Snow lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Snow throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Snow softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Kennedy manages to break the clinch.
Jon Snow seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Snow rushes Kennedy and presses him up against the ropes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Snow showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Steven Kennedy's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Snow just misses with a punch to the body.
Snow fails to land with a series of punches.
Snow throws a head kick that misses.
Snow lands a nice hook to Kennedy's body. Kennedy takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL2#
Snow has Kennedy up against the ropes in a clinch.
Kennedy is trying to break the clinch but Snow has him pressed against the ropes.
Snow blocks a body shot from Kennedy.
Snow lands a left hand.
Snow misses with an elbow strike.
Kennedy throws an elbow but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Snow comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Snow throws a head punch that misses.
Snow lands with a light punch inside.
Snow misses with an elbow strike.
Kennedy is looking to break free of the clinch but Snow has double underhooks.
Snow lands an elbow inside that Kennedy shrugs off. #T1##BC#
Kennedy breaks the clinch.
Kennedy throws a body shot but no joy.
Kennedy throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kennedy checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kennedy is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jon Snow is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Snow throws a sloppy head kick and Kennedy moves out of range easily.
Kennedy throws a head kick but Snow moves out of range.
Snow looks to land a combination but Kennedy avoids it well.
Snow scores with a leg kick.
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Snow moves away.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Snow takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Snow is looking to slow Kennedy down with leg kicks.
Snow avoids the body shot from Kennedy. #T2##CL2#
Snow moves into the clinch.#BC#
Kennedy breaks the clinch.
Kennedy looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kennedy misses with a combination
and Snow counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Snow lands a nice looking body shot.
Danga de danga de dang - Snow scores with a four punch combination!
Snow avoids the head kick by Kennedy. #CL#
Kennedy rushes Snow and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Kennedy misses with a punch to the body.
Kennedy tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Kennedy working hard to break the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Snow fails to land.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Snow lands an elbow that stopped Kennedy in his tracks for a moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jon Snow comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Snow 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 Edson Gomes scores the fight 27:30
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jon Snow!

Event: RH36
Date: Jun 15, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Kennedy moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Kennedy breaks the clinch.
Kennedy scores with a decent looking hook.
Kennedy lands a lovely overhand right.
Kennedy misses with a body shot
and Biernat counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kennedy throws a jab when Biernat was well out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kennedy.
Kennedy looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy throws a right hand that Biernat ducks under and follows up with a left that Biernat also avoids with ease.
Kennedy throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Biernat counters with a left and a right that stings Kennedy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kennedy tries to close the distance and clinch up but Biernat swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Biernat tried to counter with a leg kick but Kennedy avoided it.#T1#
Biernat avoids the body shot from Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a low kick but Biernat moves out of range easily.
Biernat is looking to counter punch.
Kennedy misses with a body kick.
Kennedy misses with a jab to the body
and Biernat counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Kennedy throws a hook to the side of Biernat's head but Biernat sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kennedy throws a leg kick
and Biernat cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kennedy throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Biernat takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Biernat needs to keep his hands up - Kennedy had a free shot at his head there.#T2#
Kennedy misses the body punch
and Biernat counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kennedy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Biernat appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Biernat avoids a kick to the body.
Kennedy throws out a powerful jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Kennedy rushes Biernat and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.#BC2#
Kennedy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kennedy walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Biernat checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Biernat is looking for a counter combo.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kennedy.
A cross from Kennedy lands.
Kennedy throws a half hearted mid kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Steven Kennedy dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Kennedy lands a jab-cross combination.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kennedy.
Biernat checks the leg kick nicely there.
Biernat throwing a counter right hand but Kennedy manages to avoid it.
Kennedy goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kennedy cracks Biernat with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Kennedy misses with a low kick.
Kennedy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kennedy is looking to clinch but Biernat is avoiding it.
Biernat tried to counter with a leg kick but Kennedy avoided it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Biernat keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kennedy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
It looked like Biernat was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Steven Kennedy seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Kennedy cracks a nice hook into Biernat's ribs.
Steven Kennedy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy catches Biernat with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kennedy feints and then cracks Biernat's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Biernat down.
Kennedy throws a predictable looking body shot
and Biernat counters with a three punch combo that has Kennedy backing up. Kennedy nods at Biernat to acknowledge the strikes.
Biernat looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kennedy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kennedy throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kennedy wants to clinch.
Biernat throws a big counter combination but Kennedy scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T2#
Kennedy misses with the body kick
and Biernat counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kennedy lands a nice shot that snaps Biernat's head back.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kennedy thows a left - swing and a miss!
Biernat feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kennedy - that will leave a mark!
Kennedy misses with a left hand
and Biernat counters with a two punch combo.
Kennedy throws a sloppy head kick and Biernat moves out of range easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Steven Kennedy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Kennedy tries to clinch but Biernat is having none of it.
Biernat looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kennedy throws a leg kick that misses.
Kennedy lands with a nice body punch.
Mateusz Biernat is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kennedy lands a jab to the nose.
Kennedy lands with a good body shot.
Biernat uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kennedy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Biernat takes one to the side of the head.
Kennedy fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kennedy throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Biernat counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Kennedy throws a leg kick but Biernat checks it.
Biernat appears to be looking for a big counter.
Kennedy throws a sloppy head kick and Biernat moves out of range easily.
As Kennedy looks to move away, Biernat throws a big counter combo but Kennedy just gets out of the way.
Kennedy does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Kennedy bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Biernat's head.
Kennedy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Biernat tried to counter with a leg kick but Kennedy avoided it.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kennedy. That's going to slow Biernat down.
Kennedy throws a body shot but no joy.
Biernat swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kennedy lunges at Biernat with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Biernat's hand.
Kennedy throws a sloppy body shot
and Biernat counters with a three punch combo that has Kennedy backing up. Kennedy nods at Biernat to acknowledge the strikes.
Kennedy has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T2##CL2#
Kennedy closes the distance and pushes Biernat back into the ropes.
Kennedy is stalling here. #BC#
Biernat breaks the clinch.
Kennedy misses with a looping left.
Biernat appears to be looking for a big counter.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kennedy lands a lovely overhand right.#KD2#
Kennedy looks low and kicks high, catching Biernat right on the side of the head, sending him crashing to the canvas! Will he be able to beat the count? 3,4,5 - he's already back to his feet and ready to go! Let's see if he's still with it!#ROC2#
Biernat is rocked!
Biernat on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kennedy. Kennedy obviously looking to wear him down.
Mateusz Biernat has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Steven Kennedy is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Oh Biernat is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Biernat avoids the head kick by Kennedy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Steven Kennedy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kennedy 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 Paulo Santos scores the fight 26:30
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 26:30
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Steven Kennedy!
After winning the bout, Steven Kennedy thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: RH30
Date: Jun 01, 2019

#R1#
Kennedy looks to land a right hand but Fonseca moved out of range.
Fonseca misses with a double jab.
Kennedy throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Fonseca looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kennedy slips a jab and a cross from Fonseca.
Kennedy fires out a quick counter leg kick but Fonseca just manages to avoid it.
Fonseca takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Juan Fonseca seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fonseca scores with a jab.
Kennedy just misses with a punch to the body.
Fonseca does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Kennedy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kennedy has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Crapollas Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Fonseca avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kennedy.
Fonseca throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fonseca keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kennedy.
Fonseca jabs Kennedy to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Fonseca jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kennedy tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Fonseca manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kennedy connects with a solid leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kennedy is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Fonseca.
Fonseca swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
Fonseca connects with a body shot that sends Kennedy's belly button to the back.
Kennedy lands a nice hook to Fonseca's body. Fonseca takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Fonseca looks winded!
Kennedy connects with the punch.
Fonseca takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kennedy connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Fonseca momentarily.
Kennedy slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Fonseca has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Fonseca uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kennedy.
Fonseca swings for the body but Kennedy moves out of range.
Kennedy cracks Fonseca with a perfect right hand that drops him to the mat! Fonseca is sitting up but I can't see if he's OK from my position. The referee's count has reached 5,6,7 and Fonseca is still not up. Can he make it? 8,9,10! He's out! Fonseca could not beat the count!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Steven Kennedy!
Our winner, Steven Kennedy, 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: RH22
Date: May 15, 2019

#R1#
Perkules misses with a wild combination.
Kennedy throws a body punch but Perkules moves out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Perkules. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Perkules.
Perkules has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nice body punch from Perkules.
Perkules throws an overhand right that lands on Kennedy's shoulder, as Kennedy tries to avoid the shot.
Kennedy connects with a right hand. Perkules shakes it off.
Perkules misses with a head kick.
Perkules misses the body punch
and Kennedy counters with a three punch combo that has Perkules backing up. Perkules nods at Kennedy to acknowledge the strikes.
Perkules is looking to slow Kennedy down with leg kicks.
Perkules stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Perkules misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kennedy walks forward, straight into a front kick from Perkules.
Perkules keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Perkules lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kennedy lands a nice leg kick that just misses Perkules's sensitive parts. #T1#
Perkules clobbers Kennedy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Perkules throws a half hearted mid kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Kennedy misses the target.
Perkules delivers a nice body kick.
Perkules thuds a left hand into Kennedy's body.
Kennedy looks for the body kick but Perkules saw that one coming.
Perkules throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kennedy is looking to land body kicks.
Kennedy misses with a straight left.
Kennedy misses with a combination
and Perkules counters with a nice body shot.
Perkules finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Perkules keeps Kennedy at a distance using the push kick.
Nice jab there from Perkules.
Kennedy 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 crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Perkules moves forwards but Kennedy connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kennedy. Perkules does a little dance to reset his feet.
Perkules goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kennedy throwing a counter right hand but Perkules manages to avoid it.#T2#
Kennedy looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kennedy lands a jab.
Kennedy is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Jab by Perkules.
That kick from Perkules tenderised Kennedy's leg. Kennedy is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kennedy throws a jab but it's blocked by Perkules.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kennedy. Perkules shrugs it off though.
Perkules stuns Kennedy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Perkules punishes Kennedy's body with a nice straight punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Perkules throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL#
Kennedy clinches with his opponent.
Perkules softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Kennedy tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Veli Ilkka Perkules dominated that round.
That's time! Kennedy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Kennedy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kennedy wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Perkules lands with a good body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Perkules.
Perkules moves out of range as Kennedy throws a body kick.
Perkules chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kennedy can pounce on him.
Perkules lands with an uppercut that bounces Kennedy off the ropes and back into range.
Perkules scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Perkules connects with a nice looking jab.
Perkules avoids the head kick by Kennedy.
A telegraphed right hand from Kennedy misses the target.
Perkules avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kennedy lands a really nice looking cross but Perkules seems unphased.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Perkules scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kennedy blocks a head kick by Perkules. #T1#
Perkules misses with a low kick.
Perkules misses with a kick to the body.
Kennedy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Perkules throws a leg kick that misses.
Perkules with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A head kick misses from Kennedy.
Perkules pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Perkules blocks a leg kick.
Veli Ilkka Perkules seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Perkules lands a nice looking body kick.
Perkules looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Perkules throws a push kick but Kennedy slaps the foot to one side.
Perkules scores with a spinning back kick!
Perkules throws a jab when Kennedy was well out of range.
A left lands for Perkules.
Perkules throws the kick towards the body but Kennedy avoids it.
Kennedy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T2#
Kennedy takes one to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kennedy jabs at Perkules's body.
Kennedy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Perkules moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kennedy scores with a hook.
Perkules scores with a kick to the body.
Perkules ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kennedy slips a straight right by Perkules.
Kennedy throws a leg kick but Perkules checks it.
Perkules scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kennedy takes a swing at Perkules's ribcage but misses.
Perkules throws the kick towards the body but Kennedy avoids it.
Kennedy thinks about countering with a body kick.
Perkules throws a body punch but Kennedy moves out of range.
Kennedy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kennedy avoids the body shot from Perkules.
Kennedy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Perkules.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Perkules throws out a leg kick but Kennedy moves out of range and Perkules only half commits.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Veli Ilkka Perkules 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 ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Perkules scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kennedy in his tracks.
Kennedy slips under a jab.
Kennedy will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Perkules misses with a hook. Kennedy ducked under it nicely.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Perkules throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kennedy.
Perkules connects with an inside leg kick.
Perkules fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kennedy checks it well.
Kennedy avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kennedy looks to land a combination but Perkules avoids it well.
Kennedy throws a push kick but Perkules slaps the foot to one side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A solid leg kick lands there for Perkules.
Kennedy checks the leg kick.
Perkules throws a head kick but Kennedy moves out of range.
Perkules lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Perkules keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Perkules swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Kennedy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Kennedy misses the target.
Perkules swats away the attempt to clinch by Kennedy.
Kennedy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kennedy misses with a body kick.
Kennedy ducks right into an uppercut from Perkules.
Kennedy doesn't manage to clinch there - Perkules circles away.
A nice side step and Perkules releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kennedy avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kennedy is looking to counter with a body kick.
Perkules dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kennedy. That did some damage!
Perkules connects with an inside leg kick.
Perkules has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A slow jab from Perkules misses its intended target.
Perkules takes one to the side of the head.
A thudding body kick lands there by Kennedy!
Perkules with a hook.#T2#
Perkules lands with a shot to the body.
Perkules walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kennedy checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kennedy tries to clinch but Perkules is having none of it.
Perkules throws a leg kick that misses.
Perkules tests Kennedy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A jab from Kennedy does it's job there.
Veli Ilkka Perkules seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Perkules dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Perkules wants to land a leg kick but Kennedy is out of range.
Kennedy needs to keep his hands up - Perkules had a free shot at his head there.
Kennedy lands with a good body shot.
Kennedy throws a body shot but no joy.
Kennedy checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Perkules takes a body punch but keeps moving.

And that's the end of the fight!
Veli Ilkka Perkules comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Perkules 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 Seu Braga scores the fight 27:30
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Veli Ilkka Perkules!

Event: EMP Toivonen vs Hole
Date: Apr 20, 2019

#R1#
Iron throws a shot from downtown. Kennedy moves away and avoids it.
Kennedy appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Iron ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kennedy moves away.
A countering left hand to the body from Kennedy misses.
Iron lands an overhand right.
Iron looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A lazy left from Iron finds it's target.
Iron keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kennedy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Iron manages to avoid it.
Kennedy does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A head kick misses from Kennedy.
Iron moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kennedy needs to keep his hands up - Iron had a free shot at his head there.
Iron throws a looping overhand right but Kennedy ducks down to avoid it.
Iron scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Iron connects with a solid leg kick.
Iron throws an off balance right hand
and Kennedy counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Iron thinking.
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!
Iron throws a combination. Kennedy tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Kennedy fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
No joy there for Iron, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
We've been informed that Kennedy 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.
Junior Iron seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big right from Iron misses.
Kennedy flicks out a counter leg kick but Iron steps away.
Kennedy misses with an uppercut
and Iron cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Iron lands a nice hook to Kennedy's body. Kennedy takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A shot to the liver by Iron. Beautiful body shot.
Iron lands a lovely overhand right.
Kennedy on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A bone on bone clash there as Iron blocks the leg kick.
Kennedy tries to land a body kick
and Kennedy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kennedy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Iron avoids it really well and circles away.
Kennedy tries to clinch there but Iron circles away.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses.
Kennedy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Iron.
Kennedy throws a lazy right hand but Iron sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kennedy lands a high kick!
A looping hook to the body misses from Iron. Kennedy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kennedy is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Iron rather than just go for the knockout.
Good standup being displayed there by Iron as he connects with a hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Iron scores with a three punch combo!
Iron throws the left hand but Kennedy avoids the punch easily.
Kennedy steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Iron.#T2#
Donk. Iron catches Kennedy right on the button with a cross.
Iron misses with a hook. Kennedy ducked under it nicely.
Kennedy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Iron defends well and Kennedy ends up having to push Iron into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Iron takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Kennedy moves in looking to clinch but Iron pushes him off.
Iron swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A slapping leg kick lands for Iron.
Iron throws a right and a left that Kennedy avoids nicely.
Iron throws a head kick but Kennedy moves out of range.
A cross from Kennedy lands.
An inside leg kick from Iron misses.
It seemed like Kennedy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#TD2#
Kennedy gets the takedown into side control.
Iron is looking for a sweep.
Kennedy is looking to take a break and control but Iron is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Kennedy slows the pace down. #SUB2#
Kennedy is trying to get an arm triangle but Iron is defending well.
Iron is looking for a sweep.
Iron looking for a sweep but Kennedy has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Iron is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB2#
Kennedy goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Iron is on top in guard. #T4#
Iron looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Kennedy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kennedy keeping moving, preventing Iron from controlling successfully.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Iron accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kennedy keeping moving, preventing Iron from controlling successfully.
Iron loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kennedy wants to sweep here but Iron controlling him for the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Junior Iron dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Kennedy takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Iron throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kennedy.
Iron clobbers Kennedy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Iron swings for the body but Kennedy moves out of range.
Iron lands with a nice body punch.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Iron, as that shot connected.
Kennedy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kennedy changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
An inside leg kick lands from Iron.
Junior Iron is winning the standup battle so far.
Iron wants to slow Kennedy down by chopping away at his legs.
Iron sets himself, and Kennedy steps forward looking for the clinch! Iron avoids it this time.
Iron throws a shot to the body.
Kennedy moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Iron lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kennedy on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kennedy is looking to chop away at Iron's legs.
Iron scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Junior Iron is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Iron misses with a right hand
and Kennedy counters with a nice low kick that buckles Iron's knee momentarily.
A telegraphed right hand from Iron misses the target.
As Iron backs off Kennedy throws a huge counter combo but Iron manages to avoid it all.#T1#
Iron misses with a lunging right hand
and Kennedy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Iron takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Iron throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kennedy.
Kennedy moves out of range as Iron strikes.
Kennedy appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Good leg kick by Iron there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Iron misses with a body shot.
Iron throws a leg kick
and Kennedy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A chopping leg kick lands by Iron. #TD2#
Kennedy shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Iron napping and manages to drive through into side control!
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Kennedy tries for a kimura but Iron is defending well.
Iron can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
Kennedy trying to control the action but Iron is working from the bottom.
Iron tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Kennedy presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Iron has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Kennedy's lack of action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Iron wants to improve his position but Kennedy is controlling well.
Kennedy is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T3##SUB2#
Kennedy is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Iron is trying to get back to full guard.
Iron wants to control but Kennedy is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Iron avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kennedy.
Iron gets back to full guard.
Iron is looking to stand up but Kennedy isn't so interested in that idea. #SUB#
Iron had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kennedy defends it easily.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Iron manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kennedy manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Iron is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?
Iron lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kennedy wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Kennedy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kennedy trying to keep a closed guard but Iron is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Kennedy is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Kennedy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Iron gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Junior Iron dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Iron with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Iron missing with a left hand there. Kennedy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Iron lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kennedy circles away quickly and effectively.
A slow jab from Kennedy misses its intended target.
Kennedy slips a jab and a cross from Iron.
Iron thuds a left hand into Kennedy's body.
Iron misses with a hook. Kennedy ducked under it nicely.
Iron throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Kennedy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Iron scores with a jab to the jaw.
Iron displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Kennedy throws a front kick aimed at Iron's knee but Iron avoids it well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Iron connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kennedy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Iron.
Kennedy tries to close the distance and clinch but Iron swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Iron is looking to counter punch.
Iron catches Kennedy with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T1#
Iron staying out of range there.
Iron looks to land a right hand but Kennedy moved out of range.#TD2#
Kennedy looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Iron controls Kennedy momentarily but Kennedy frees himself.
Kennedy advances position into side control!#SUB2#
Kennedy thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Iron is trying to control Kennedy's posture but Kennedy avoids it.
Junior Iron is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Kennedy misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Iron tries to buck Kennedy off but Kennedy is having none of it.
Iron is working hard here to advance position.
You can see the frustration on Iron's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Iron tries to buck Kennedy off but Kennedy is having none of it.
Iron managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kennedy. #SUB2#
Kennedy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Kennedy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Iron is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Kennedy working the ground and pound.
Iron is looking to regain half guard here but Kennedy keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Kennedy is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Iron is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Iron managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kennedy. #SUB2#
Kennedy looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Iron isn't going anywhere.
Kennedy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Iron keeps working.
Steven Kennedy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kennedy throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Iron works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Kennedy looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kennedy missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kennedy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Iron does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Iron is looking to improve his position.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Junior Iron!
Junior Iron 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: EMP Thomas vs Ahma
Date: Mar 16, 2019

#R1#
Askren throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A jab from Askren misses.
Askren blocks a jab.
Askren moves out of range as Kennedy throws a body kick.
Askren jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kennedy changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Askren swings for the body but Kennedy moves out of range. #TD2#
Askren is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Kennedy's half guard.
Kennedy keeps control of the position for the meantime.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kennedy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy has a hand on Askren's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Askren takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Kennedy tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T1#
Askren tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kennedy 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.#SUB#
Kennedy looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Kennedy looking for submissions off his back.
Askren landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kennedy moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kennedy has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#SUB#
Kennedy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Askren defends well.#T2#
Askren in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kennedy is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Askren is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Askren is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kennedy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Askren keeps working.
Askren slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T3#
Askren is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kennedy wants to control from the top but Askren keeps moving.
Askren manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kennedy manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Askren avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Askren stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Kennedy has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Askren manages to get his head free but now Kennedy has transitioned to an armbar! Askren grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Kennedy! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Steven Kennedy!
After winning the bout, Steven Kennedy thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Yen Askren was interviewed post fight and said 'I blame Bjorn and the Egg.'.

Event: EMP Gagnon vs Murhaa
Date: Feb 16, 2019

#R1#
Good shot there by Bob.
Bob tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kennedy defends well and Bob ends up having to push Kennedy into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Bob waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kennedy.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Kennedy has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Kennedy throws a body shot but no joy.
Kennedy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kennedy just misses with a punch to the body.
Bob takes a swing at Kennedy's ribcage but misses.
Gorgeous Bob seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bob lands a jab.
Bob connects with the punch.
Bob throws a combination that misses
and Kennedy counters with a nice body kick.
Bob scores with a hook.
Kennedy is looking to land body kicks.
Bob changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bob dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kennedy lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A slow jab from Kennedy misses its intended target.
Kennedy tries a head kick but it misses.
Kennedy ducks right into an uppercut from Bob. #T1#
Bob misses with an uppercut. Kennedy saw that one coming.
Bob is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kennedy.
A swing and a miss from Kennedy.
Kennedy fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bob tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kennedy was well out of range. Poor timing from Bob.
Some bone on bone action there as Kennedy checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Bob throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kennedy shoots in for a takedown but Bob shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kennedy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kennedy swings for the body but Bob moves out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Bob. Those never looked like landing.
Bob scores with a shot to the body.
Kennedy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bob cracks a nice hook into Kennedy's ribs.
Bob avoids a punch combination nicely. #T2#
Kennedy has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bob finds it's way round the side to connect with Kennedy's head.
Bob scores with a jab to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bob.
Kennedy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bob stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bob keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bob jabs Kennedy to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kennedy looks for the body kick but Bob saw that one coming.
Bob swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bob takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bob changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bob sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Bob scoring well with a low kick there.
Bob throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kennedy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kennedy swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bob.#T3#
Bob ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bob blocks the body kick.
Kennedy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bob.
Kennedy throws a body kick that misses
and Bob counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bob scores with a jab to the body.
Bob swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kennedy misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kennedy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bob throws a body shot but no joy.
Kennedy punishes Bob's body with a nice straight punch.
Bob is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kennedy misses with a straight left.
Bob lands a jab to Kennedy's midsection.
Kennedy tries to work over Bob's front leg with a kick but Bob checks it.
A quick step to the side and Bob tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Bob tries to bum rush Kennedy with a series of wild strikes but Kennedy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kennedy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bob.#T4#
A combination from Bob does no damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bob listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bob punishes Kennedy's body with a nice straight punch.
Bob throws a body shot but no joy.
Kennedy replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Bob blocks it well.
Bob misses with a series of wild punches.
Bob tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kennedy was well out of range. Poor timing from Bob.
Bob with a nice cross.
Bob connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kennedy. Kennedy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#TD#
Bob shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Kennedy's guard.#SUB2#
Kennedy looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Bob passes into half guard.
Kennedy is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Bob scores with a couple of nice shots.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kennedy is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Kennedy looking for submissions off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gorgeous Bob dominated that round.
That's time! Bob's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Kennedy walks into a straight right hand from Bob.
Bob scores with a hook to the body. Kennedy takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kennedy tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bob manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bob avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kennedy throws a series of punches but Bob moves out of range.
Kennedy takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bob misses with an uppercut. Kennedy saw that one coming.
Bob lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kennedy at a distance.
Kennedy walks into a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Kennedy.
Kennedy digs a good body shot into Bob's ribs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bob. Kennedy does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD#
Bob closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kennedy did well to prevent Bob getting side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kennedy trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Bob looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #T1#
Bob lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Bob looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kennedy with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Bob working the head and body with strikes.
Kennedy holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Bob lands with a punch from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Bob is working for a kimura but Kennedy is defending it quite comfortably.
Kennedy is looking to improve his position.
Bob has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Bob is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Gorgeous Bob overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Bob prevents Kennedy from improving his position.
Bob lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Bob connects with a nice short shot to Kennedy's temple.
Bob is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?
Bob working over Kennedy with some ground and pound. Kennedy looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Bob scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Kennedy trying to control but Bob postures up.
Bob lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Bob lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kennedy is trying to get back to full guard.
Bob takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bob landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T3#
Bob wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kennedy keeps working.
Bob winds up and cracks Kennedy with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Bob prevents Kennedy from improving his position.
Bob landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Bob winds up and cracks Kennedy with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB2#
Kennedy looking for submissions off his back.
Bob lands strikes from half guard.
Bob lands with a punch from half guard.
Bob seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Kennedy is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Bob scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kennedy wants to control but Bob is keeping busy.
Bob lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T4#
Kennedy is looking to control Bob's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kennedy avoid being mounted?
Bob working over Kennedy with some ground and pound. Kennedy looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#ROC#
Kennedy is rocked!
Bob landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kennedy is still in real trouble! Can Bob finish him?
Bob is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Kennedy wants to sweep but Bob has passed to side control!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bob scores with punches from side control.
Kennedy is trying to improve his position.
Bob lands a decent elbow from side control.
Kennedy wants to control but Bob postures up.
A big shot lands for Bob! That's hurt Kennedy! Will he recover? Bob fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gorgeous Bob!

Event: EMP Escobar vs Madog
Date: Feb 03, 2019

#R1#
Kennedy fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hudson.
Hudson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hudson lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kennedy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kennedy lands with a nice body punch.
Hudson 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.
Kennedy tries a head kick but it misses.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Hudson crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kennedy - the referee stops the clock and Hudson gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kennedy. Hudson manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Hudson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kennedy.
Hudson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kennedy manages to avoid it.
Hudson throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kennedy.
Hudson throws a head kick but Kennedy moves out of range.
Hudson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Hudson misses with a left hand
and Kennedy counters with a stiff right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kennedy misses with a body kick.
Hudson lands the left hand.
Hudson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kennedy moves away.
Kennedy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hudson.#T1#
Kennedy throws a push kick but Hudson slaps the foot to one side.
Nice body punch from Kennedy.
Nice uppercut lands for Kennedy. That snapped Hudson's head back.
Hudson takes a swing at Kennedy's ribcage but misses.
A combination from Hudson does no damage.
Kennedy scores with a nice body kick. #CL2#
Kennedy moves into the clinch.
The referee calls for Kennedy to work.
Kennedy is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Hudson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kennedy prevents it.
Hudson tries to circle away but Kennedy has him pinned against the cage.
Kennedy has Hudson pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hudson manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T2##TD2#
Kennedy has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Hudson uses from the top position. #SUB2#
Hudson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hudson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kennedy is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Kennedy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hudson defends well.#SU#
Hudson gets to his feet. Kennedy looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #TD#
Kennedy gets caught napping as Hudson dives in and scores a takedown. Kennedy manages to retain guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hudson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kennedy's head.
Kennedy working a defensive guard here.
Kennedy keeping moving, preventing Hudson from controlling successfully. #T3#
Hudson postures up and lands a big shot to Kennedy's brow.
Hudson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kennedy keeping full guard, as Hudson tries to pass.
Hudson sitting in guard here, content to control. #SU#
Hudson decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Kennedy throws a front kick that sends Hudson stumbling back into the cage.
Hudson shoots for a double leg takedown but Kennedy sprawls well. He's pushed Hudson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Kennedy is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Hudson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kennedy takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Hudson lands a two punch combo. #T4#
Hudson lands a jab to Kennedy's midsection.
Hudson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kennedy fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kennedy blocks a low kick nicely.
Kennedy fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hudson.#CL2#
Kennedy clinches up against the cage.
Kennedy stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Hudson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Hudson is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Jeff Hudson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.#BC2#
Kennedy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hudson slaps away a takedown attempt from Kennedy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Hudson scores with a shot to the body.
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 Jeff Hudson will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Kennedy throws a looping overhand right but Hudson ducks down to avoid it.
Hudson shoots in for a takedown but Kennedy shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD#
Hudson dives in and scores a takedown into Kennedy's guard.#SUB2#
Kennedy throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Hudson escapes and throws Kennedy's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Kennedy manages to work his way to half guard, despite Hudson's best efforts.
Kennedy trying to control from the bottom.
Hudson controlling the pace.
Kennedy makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kennedy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hudson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hudson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kennedy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hudson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kennedy's head.
Hudson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1##SUB2#
Kennedy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jeff Hudson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hudson controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Kennedy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hudson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hudson wants to pass the guard but Kennedy is keeping the position.
Kennedy is trying to control the position but Hudson postures up.
Hudson tries to free his leg and advance position but Kennedy is retaining full guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Hudson wants to control from the top but Kennedy keeps moving. #SUB2#
Kennedy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hudson looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Kennedy has his foot on Hudson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hudson works his way back into a safe position though.
Hudson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kennedy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kennedy tries a head kick but it misses.
Hudson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jeff Hudson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hudson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #T3#
Hudson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hudson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kennedy.
Kennedy looks to land a left hand but Hudson moved out of range nicely.
Hudson displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Hudson fails to land with a series of punches.
Hudson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
No luck for Kennedy with that takedown attempt.
Hudson tries a head kick but it misses.
Hudson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kennedy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hudson defends it nicely.
Kennedy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T4#
Kennedy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hudson manages to avoid it.
Hudson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kennedy.
Hudson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hudson throws a leg kick but Kennedy moved away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kennedy.
Kennedy looks to score with a jab to the body but Hudson is just out of range.
Kennedy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hudson manages to avoid it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kennedy.
Hudson sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Hudson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kennedy.
Hudson misses with a low kick as Kennedy jumps back.
Hudson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A punch combination from Hudson misses.
The fighters circling - Hudson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jeff Hudson dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice body kick there by Kennedy.
Hudson keeps the fight on the outside.
Kennedy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kennedy lands with a nice body punch.
Hudson lands a jab-cross combination.
Hudson lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Hudson closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kennedy lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Hudson has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Hudson and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kennedy misses with a body kick.
A punch combination from Hudson misses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kennedy moves into range and connects with a jab.
Hudson looks to land a combination but Kennedy avoids it well.
Kennedy misses with a body kick.
Hudson throws a jab but it's blocked by Kennedy.
Kennedy connects with an inside leg kick.#T1#
Hudson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Hudson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kennedy sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kennedy misses with a low kick.
Kennedy will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kennedy dodges the punch combination from Hudson.
Hudson throws a series of punches but Kennedy moves out of range.
Hudson fails to land with a series of punches.
Kennedy is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Jab by Kennedy.
Kennedy does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Hudson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kennedy thumps Hudson with a low kick.
Kennedy dodges the punch combination from Hudson.
Kennedy appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kennedy. #T2#
Hudson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kennedy. Hudson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kennedy looks to land a body kick but Hudson moved away.
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!
Kennedy leaves Hudson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kennedy avoids the body shot from Hudson.
Kennedy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hudson with a body shot.
Hudson throws a right and a left that Kennedy avoids nicely.
Hudson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kennedy is trying to counter with his kicks.
Hudson throws a right hand that Kennedy ducks under and follows up with a left that Kennedy also avoids with ease.
Hudson moves out of range of the leg kick from Kennedy.
Hudson throws a right hand that Kennedy ducks under and follows up with a left that Kennedy also avoids with ease.
Kennedy doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Hudson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kennedy doesn't seem bothered though.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
Nice straight punches there by Kennedy. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kennedy.#ROC2#
Hudson is rocked!#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kennedy.
Hudson tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Oh Hudson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kennedy takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Kennedy cracks Hudson with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Steven Kennedy!
Our winner, Steven Kennedy, 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: IFC86: Mma v Warring
Date: Dec 19, 2018

#R1#
Kennedy throws a hook but Baby! blocks it.
Kennedy feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Baby!s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#TD2#
Baby! gets the takedown into side control.
Kennedy tries to improve position but can't.
Kennedy wants to control but Baby! postures up.#SUB2#
Baby! is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kennedy knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Kennedy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kennedy 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 referee asks Baby! politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Baby! prefers to stall for the moment though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Check out the look on Baby!'s face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Kennedy is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Baby! off and has taken his back!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Baby! staying busy and making it hard for Kennedy to control.
Kennedy has the hooks in. Baby! is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Kennedy is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Baby! is defending well though. Kennedy let's go of the attempt for now.#T1#
Kennedy controlling well, preventing Baby! from escaping the position.
Baby! prevents Kennedy from getting a body triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Baby! tries to break free.
Baby! is still trying to improve position.
Kennedy lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
Baby! has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Kennedy.
Kennedy is hanging on to Baby!'s back as he tries to escape.
Kennedy scores with punches from the back. #T2##SUB#
Kennedy looking for the choke but no joy.
I really don't envy Baby! right now.
Kennedy not allowing Baby! to control his hands.
Kennedy throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
Kennedy tries to get the hooks in deep but Baby! pushed the leg off.
Baby! is trying to break free.
Baby! covering up well and avoiding damage.
Kennedy is trying to stick to Baby!'s back but Baby! is turning into Kennedy. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Kennedy's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Baby!.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kennedy looking for a sweep. Not yet Kennedy, not yet. #T3##SUB#
Kennedy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kennedy has momentary wrist control but Baby! slips an elbow through the middle.
Kennedy is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kennedy is really struggling to control Baby! but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Kennedy being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Kennedy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Kennedy is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Kennedy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Baby! chips away with some ground and pound.#T4#
Baby! stopping the sweep attempt from Kennedy.#SUB#
Kennedy is looking for a triangle but Baby! pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Kennedy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Baby! doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Baby! manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kennedy looking to hit a scissor sweep but Baby! is one step ahead there.
Baby! distracts Kennedy with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Baby! postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Baby! trying to control but Kennedy is working from the bottom.
Baby! landing with the ground and pound.
Kennedy tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Baby! scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
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 Steven Kennedy will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD2#
Baby! 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.
Baby! won't allow Kennedy to sweep him here.
Kennedy throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Kennedy bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Baby!'s guard. #REVR#
Baby! pulls Kennedy in close to his closed guard and prevents Kennedy from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB2#
Baby! escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kennedy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kennedy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy passes Baby!'s left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Kennedy is looking for a kimura but Baby! is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kennedy to get the leverage.
Baby! manages to get to full guard. #T1#
Kennedy trying to control the position from guard on top but Baby! is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Baby! is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Baby! escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kennedy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kennedy trying to move into half guard but instead Baby! has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Kennedy keeping moving, preventing Baby! from controlling successfully.
Baby! throws a big elbow that misses.
Kennedy controls Baby! momentarily but Baby! frees himself.
Baby! throws a strike but Kennedy rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Zed Baby! has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
Baby! looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kennedy is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Kennedy avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Baby! is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kennedy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Baby! swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Baby! working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kennedy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kennedy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Baby! keeping moving, preventing Kennedy from controlling successfully. #T3#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kennedy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kennedy forces his way into half guard.
Baby! tries to roll over but Kennedy keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kennedy stalling. #SUB#
Kennedy seems to be working for a kimura but Baby! defends the submission attempt.
Baby! preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kennedy looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kennedy keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Baby! is trying to control but can't.
Kennedy wants to take a breather but Baby! is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Baby! fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kennedy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kennedy misses with a left hand
and Baby! counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kennedy thinking.
Baby! scores with a jab to the head.
Baby! throws a poor cross that misses
and Kennedy counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Baby! thinking.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Zed Baby! will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Baby! throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kennedy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kennedy is looking to land body kicks.
Kennedy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Baby! but Baby! pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Baby! scores with a three punch combo! #TD#
Kennedy shoots in and bounces Baby! off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Kennedy looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Baby! has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kennedy can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kennedy throwing strikes from guard but Baby! blocks nicely. #T1#
Kennedy 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. #SUB2#
Baby! looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kennedy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Baby! swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Baby! working a defensive guard but Kennedy passes into half guard.
Baby! tries to roll over but Kennedy keeps him under control.
Kennedy is keen to just control but Baby! is a slippery customer.
Kennedy throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kennedy is trying to control the action in half guard but Baby! is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
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.#SUB2#
Baby! is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kennedy pulls his head out easily.
Kennedy content to control rather than advance.
Baby! trying to control but Kennedy postures up. #SUB2#
Baby! looking for submissions off his back.
Baby! is trying to maintain the position but Kennedy is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Kennedy seems to be working for a kimura but Baby! defends the submission attempt.
Baby! is looking to improve his position. #T3#
Kennedy is figuring out what he wants to do next.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Baby! just misses with a punch to the body.
Baby! scores with a jab to the jaw.
A jab lands there for Baby!.
Baby! slips a straight right by Kennedy.
Baby! has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Left hook, right uppercut from Baby!.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Baby! looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kennedy throws a leg kick but Baby! sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Baby! throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Baby! cracks Kennedy with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T4#
Baby! swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kennedy.
Kennedy missing with a left hand there. Baby! was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Baby! throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kennedy misses with a low kick.
Baby! throws a big shot that misses.
Kennedy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kennedy misses with a takedown
and Baby! counters with a straight right hand.
Kennedy avoids the body shot from Baby!.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kennedy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Baby! manages to avoid it.
Baby! looks to land a right hand but Kennedy moved out of range.
Baby! lands a nice shot that snaps Kennedy's head back.

And that's the end of the fight!
Zed Baby! comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Baby! has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:30

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

Event: IFC78: Pugberg v Lomachenko
Date: Nov 21, 2018

#R1#
Kennedy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gracie was well out of range. Poor timing from Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kennedy wants to clinch up but Gracie keeps it at a distance.
Kennedy misses with a body shot.
Kennedy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kennedy throws a front kick aimed at Gracie's knee but Gracie avoids it well.
Gracie throws a leg kick but Kennedy moved away.
Gracie throws out a leg kick but Kennedy moves out of range and Gracie only half commits.
Kennedy thinks about the counter body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy throws a body shot but no joy.
Kennedy scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kennedy throws a body shot but no joy.
Kennedy misses with a hook.
Gracie drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kennedy sprawls and moves away.#T1#
A jab from Kennedy misses.
Gracie checks the leg kick nicely there.
Gracie lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kennedy circles away quickly and effectively.
Steven Kennedy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy lands a slapping body shot.
Gracie is looking to chop away at Kennedy's legs.
Gracie fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kennedy is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Gracie rather than just go for the knockout.
Kennedy throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kennedy walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Gracie lunges at Kennedy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kennedy's hand.
Kennedy thows a leg kick but Gracie checks it #TD#
and Gracie decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kennedy's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie passes into half guard. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kennedy tries to get to full guard but Gracie has control of the leg.
Nice strikes from Gracie there.
Gracie winds up and cracks Kennedy with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
We've been hearing good reports from Gracie'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.#SUB2#
Kennedy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Kennedy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gracie 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.
Kennedy punching from the bottom.
Gracie wants to pass the guard but Kennedy is defending well.
Gracie landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T3#
Kennedy wants to improve his position but Gracie is controlling well.
Kennedy is looking to control Gracie's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kennedy avoid being mounted?
Kennedy is looking for a sweep. Gracie is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gracie lands with a punch from half guard.
Gracie passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Kennedy!
Kennedy is trying desperately to improve position.
Kennedy is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Gracie wants to control the pace but Kennedy is squirming around nicely. #T4#
Kennedy is trying to escape the mount.
Kennedy bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#SUB#
Gracie working for a triangle but Kennedy defends it easily.
Kennedy must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Gracie is looking for a triangle but Kennedy pushes his legs off easily.
Gracie looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kennedy tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ruben Gracie dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Kennedy throws a lazy right hand but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gracie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a jab when Gracie was well out of range.
Kennedy throws a wild body kick that Gracie sees coming a mile off.
Kennedy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Gracie sprawls well. Gracie wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kennedy gets slowly back to his feet.
Gracie swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kennedy attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy scores with a shot to the body.
Kennedy shoots in for a takedown but Gracie shows good takedown defense.
Gracie misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Kennedy fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Gracie is out of range.
Gracie with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Gracie takes a kick to the side of the head.
Kennedy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Gracie uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kennedy.
Gracie's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Gracie duly obliges.
Kennedy cracks Gracie with a right hand to the side of the head.
Gracie moves out of range as Kennedy throws a body kick.
Gracie avoids a kick to the body.
Kennedy throws a big shot that misses.
Gracie lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
A low kick from Kennedy is predictable there
and Gracie counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Kennedy misses with a body kick.
Gracie was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kennedy.
Gracie throwing a counter right hand but Kennedy manages to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kennedy goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Gracie takes one on the button.
Kennedy is looking to clinch.
Gracie's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kennedy under the eye.
Gracie takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kennedy tries to close the distance and clinch but Gracie swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kennedy goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Gracie misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T3#
Kennedy swings for the body but Gracie moves out of range.
Gracie throwing a counter right hand but Kennedy manages to avoid it.
A head kick from Gracie lands but Kennedy takes it in his stride.
Kennedy lands with a shot to the body.
Kennedy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gracie.
Kennedy throws a chopping leg kick but Gracie manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Gracie feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kennedy throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kennedy works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kennedy thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Gracie if he has to take too many more of those.
Gracie keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gracie avoids a kick to the body. #T4#
Kennedy takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kennedy throws a leg kick that is checked
and Gracie counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kennedy throws a leg kick
letting Gracie counter with a right hand.
Kennedy throws a sloppy body shot
and Gracie counters with a left and a right that stings Kennedy.
Steven Kennedy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gracie avoids the body shot from Kennedy.
Gracie ducks under a wild hook from Kennedy.
Gracie shoots for a double leg takedown but Kennedy sprawls well. He's pushed Gracie's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Kennedy stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Crunch! Kennedy slams his shin into Gracie's torso.
Kennedy pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Steven Kennedy 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Kennedy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Gracie avoids it really well and circles away.
Gracie half committed to a counter leg kick.
Gracie avoids the head kick by Kennedy.
Gracie doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kennedy counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kennedy moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy looks for the body kick but Gracie saw that one coming.
A little feinted left hand from Gracie on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
An inside leg kick from Kennedy misses.
Gracie stuffs the takedown.
Gracie changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Gracie scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kennedy in his tracks. #T1#
Good exchange - Kennedy coming out on top.
Gracie slips a straight right by Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kennedy throws a hook but Gracie blocks it.
Gracie checks a low kick from Kennedy.
Gracie is looking to counter punch.
Kennedy misses with a low kick as Gracie jumps back.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Kennedy misses with a kick to the body.
Kennedy defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Gracie.
Kennedy cracks a nice hook into Gracie's ribs.#T2#
Kennedy throws a lazy body kick
and Gracie counters with a right hand to the body. #TD#
Gracie throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Kennedy was covering up waiting for the punch and Gracie finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Kennedy trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Kennedy has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Gracie is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Kennedy.
Ruben Gracie overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
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!
Kennedy tries to buck Gracie off but Gracie is having none of it.
Kennedy can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
Gracie cracks Kennedy with a big elbow.
Gracie creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Gracie is putting a hurting on Kennedy here, landing some big shots from side control.
Gracie advances to full mount. #SUB#
Gracie is controlling this nicely and is looking to make no mistakes. Kennedy is trying to wiggle out of this horrible position. Kennedy flips to his side and attempts to get a leg in for half guard. Gracie anticipates the leg and manages to get behind Kennedy and secures both hooks! This could be bad! Gracie slips an arm under Kennedy chin and tries to position for a rear naked choke. Gracie has worked the choke in now and it looks tight. Gracie is squeezing on Kennedy like an anaconda would it's prey. Kennedy fails to tap and has fallen unconscious! We've got ourselves a winner by way of a rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ruben Gracie!
Ruben Gracie thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: IFC 75: Zaad vs Klos
Date: Nov 03, 2018

#R1#
Kennedy attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Hall was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kennedy swings away with a body shot that misses
and Hall counters with a right hand to the body.
Hall lands a jab to the head.
Hall avoids the body shot from Kennedy.
Hall lunges at Kennedy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kennedy's hand.
Kennedy tries to land a body kick#TD#
and Hall counters with a takedown into side control.
Hall lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Kennedy is looking to regain half guard here but Hall keeps moving and retains side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kennedy is trying to control Hall 's posture but Hall avoids it.
Kennedy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hall landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #T1#
Kennedy gets back to half guard.
Kennedy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hall is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Hall takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Hall is taking a breather. Kennedy 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.
Kennedy is looking to get back to full guard here but Hall has managed to pass to side control instead.
Kennedy tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hall wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T2#
Hall in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Kennedy manages to get back to half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Hall connects with a nice short shot to Kennedy's temple.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kennedy is trying to control but can't.
Hall trying to control from half guard but Kennedy is working away.
We've been hearing good reports from Hall '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.#SUB2#
Kennedy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Kennedy actively working from the bottom here.
Hall looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kennedy with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Hall trying to mount his opponent but Kennedy defends it. #T3#
Hall slips a nice elbow through Kennedy's hands, connecting with Kennedy's forehead.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kennedy manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hall is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Hall lands a couple of elbows.
Kennedy has momentary wrist control but Hall slips an elbow through the middle.
Kennedy keeping moving, preventing Hall from controlling successfully.
Hall has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Hall 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.
Hall preventing the sweep.
Hall makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T4#
Hall cracks Kennedy with a solid left hand.
Kennedy 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.#SUB2#
Kennedy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hall doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hall manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kennedy tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hall landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Kennedy has an active guard here but Hall has managed to pass into half guard.
Hall takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincenzo Hall dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hall moves away.
Kennedy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #KD#
Hall throws a big overhand right that connects, sending Kennedy tumbling to the canvas!#CUT#
It looks like Steven Kennedy has been cut.#SUB2#
Kennedy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hall defends well.
Kennedy 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#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hall works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kennedy is fighting to break Hall 's control of his arms but Hall is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Hall throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Kennedy is in close to Hall 's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kennedy postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T1#
Kennedy won't allow Hall to sweep him here.
Kennedy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hall wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Kennedy wants to control from the top but Hall keeps moving.
Hall wants to sweep but no luck.
Hall wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Kennedy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hall wants to sweep here but Kennedy controlling him for the moment. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Hall controls Kennedy momentarily but Kennedy frees himself.
Hall preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hall keeping moving, preventing Kennedy from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Kennedy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hall was well out of range. Poor timing from Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Hall half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Hall tests Kennedy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hall is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?
Kennedy scores with a kick to the body.
Kennedy tries to close the distance and clinch but Hall swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T3#
Kennedy shoots in for a double leg but Hall sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kennedy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hall .
A jab from Hall finds it's way through Kennedy's defenses.
Kennedy swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Hall takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Hall throws a lazy right hand but Kennedy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hall dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kennedy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hall defends well and Kennedy ends up having to push Hall into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hall tries to counter with a takedown but Kennedy is quick to defend against it.
Kennedy scores with a nice right hand.
Kennedy tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hall paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kennedy lands with an overhand left.#T4#
Kennedy lands a high kick!
Kennedy misses the body punch #KD#
and Hall counters with a combination of strikes to the head and body that crumple Kennedy! #ROC#
Kennedy is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hall lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Kennedy! More strikes land and this one is all over! Hall jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vincenzo Hall !

Event: IFC MW42: Dali v Gorbachenko
Date: Oct 10, 2018

#R1#
Kennedy displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #CUT#
It looks like Bea Mason has been cut.
Mason throws a low kick, looking for Kennedy's leg but Kennedy calmly moves out of range.
Mason tries to close the distance and clinch but Kennedy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kennedy misses with a wild body shot.
Bea Mason seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mason uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kennedy.
Mason tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kennedy defends well and Mason ends up having to push Kennedy into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
It looked like Kennedy was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mason.
Kennedy lands with a right hand.
Kennedy buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kennedy tries to score with a low kick but Mason moves his leg out of the way.
Mason uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kennedy.#TD2#
Mason 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.
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!#SUB#
Kennedy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Mason trying to control the position from guard on top but Kennedy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Kennedy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T1#
Kennedy wants to sweep here but Mason controlling him for the moment.
Mason wants to pass the guard but Kennedy is keeping the position.#SUB#
Kennedy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mason doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Kennedy is tightening it up a little... Mason has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Mason reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Mason taps out! Nice BJJ there by Kennedy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Steven Kennedy!
A victorious Steven Kennedy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: IFC 67: Thomas vs Chugman
Date: Sep 08, 2018

#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kennedy. Mollen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kennedy misses with the combination.
Mollen tries a head kick but it misses.
Mollen throws a right hand that misses
and Kennedy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mollen scores with a three punch combo!
Mollen's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kennedy under the eye.
We've been hearing reports that Kennedy has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Nice defenses there by Mollen.
A left and a right from Mollen both land. Nice combination.
A jab from Kennedy misses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Mollen throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kennedy.
It looked like Kennedy was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mollen.
Mollen misses with a few strikes there.
Mollen throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kennedy checks a leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Mollen.
Kennedy misses with a body kick.
Kennedy with a nice cross.
Mollen misses with a two punch combination.
Kennedy swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
Kennedy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mollen.
Kennedy throws a front kick aimed at Mollen's knee but Mollen avoids it well.
Mollen looks to land a combination but Kennedy avoids it well.
Kennedy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kennedy wants to clinch but Mollen slips to the side
and Mollen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kennedy throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Mollen lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kennedy misses with a straight right.
Kennedy scoring well with a low kick there.
Mollen scores with a jab to the head.
Kennedy connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
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!
Kennedy takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Mollen misses with a series of wild punches.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kennedy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Mollen has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Kennedy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Mollen stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T2#
A combination from Mollen does no damage.
Hallis Mollen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mollen throws a quick inside leg kick.
Mollen misses with a two punch combination.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mollen looks to score with a jab to the body but Kennedy is just out of range.
Mollen scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Kennedy's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Mollen connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kennedy scrambles back to his feet.
Mollen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kennedy. Mollen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mollen lands a right hook to the body.
Kennedy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mollen.
Kennedy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Mollen throws a body kick that misses.
It looked like Kennedy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
That kick from Mollen tenderised Kennedy's leg. Kennedy is trying to keep his angry face on.
Mollen defending well as Kennedy loads up on a big left hand.
Hallis Mollen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy throws a body shot but no joy.
Mollen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kennedy.#T3#
A decent looking cross lands there for Mollen.
Kennedy doesn't manage to clinch there - Mollen circles away.
Mollen is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Kennedy had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Mollen throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kennedy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kennedy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mollen.
Mollen connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A big left from Mollen misses.
Mollen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kennedy moves in looking to clinch but Mollen pushes him off.
Mollen lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kennedy throws a leg kick but Mollen sees it coming and moves out of range.
Mollen lands with a right hand.
Mollen misses with an uppercut.
Kennedy misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kennedy throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kennedy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mollen but Mollen pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Mollen feints a counter leg kick.#T4#
Mollen throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mollen moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A swing and a miss from Kennedy.
Some wild striking there from Mollen.
Mollen scores with a shot to the body.
Kennedy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Mollen is fending him off so far but Kennedy persists. Nope, Mollen circles away and we're back to standing.
Mollen jabs Kennedy to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Mollen connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The fighters circle momentarily. Mollen darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kennedy ducks right into an uppercut from Mollen.
Mollen feints and then cracks Kennedy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kennedy down.
Mollen jabs at Kennedy's body.
Mollen lands with a hook. Kennedy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Mollen misses with an uppercut
and Kennedy counters with an inside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hallis Mollen 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#
Mollen cracks the inside of Kennedy's front leg.
Mollen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kennedy moves away.
Hallis Mollen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mollen wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Mollen's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Mollen duly obliges.
Kennedy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mollen appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Mollen avoids a kick to the body.
Mollen misses with a leg kick.
Kennedy tries to counter by clinching up but Mollen breaks away and moves out of range.
Mollen is looking to chop away at Kennedy's legs.
Kennedy misses with a straight right.
Kennedy works Mollen's body with a nice hook.
Mollen throws a sloppy head kick and Kennedy moves out of range easily.
Kennedy walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Mollen takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
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!
Mollen throws a right and a left that Kennedy avoids nicely.
Kennedy misses with a body shot.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Kennedy might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Kennedy takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kennedy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1#
Kennedy throws a looping overhand right but Mollen ducks down to avoid it.
Kennedy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A left lands for Mollen.
Kennedy throws the kick towards the body but Mollen avoids it.
Mollen throws a counter combo.
Mollen scoring well with a low kick there.
Mollen scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Mollen throws a right and a left that Kennedy avoids nicely.
Kennedy throws a body kick that misses.
Kennedy misses with a kick to the body.
Mollen throws a right and a left that Kennedy avoids nicely.
Kennedy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mollen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kennedy's sensitive parts.
Mollen scores with the left hand. Kennedy knows he should have avoided that one.
Mollen misses with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mollen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kennedy.#T2#
Mollen slips a jab from Kennedy.
Mollen throws a right hand that Kennedy ducks under and follows up with a left that Kennedy also avoids with ease.
Mollen connects with a leg kick. Kennedy looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Mollen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kennedy tries to work over Mollen's front leg with a kick but Mollen checks it.
Jab from Mollen.
Kennedy throws a low kick, looking for Mollen's leg but Mollen calmly moves out of range.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Mollen.
Kennedy misses with a shot to the body
and Mollen counters with a left and a right that stings Kennedy.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kennedy.
Mollen takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kennedy fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Mollen throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Mollen does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Some bone on bone action there as Kennedy checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A head kick misses from Kennedy. #T3#
Mollen moves out of range as Kennedy throws a body kick.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Mollen throws a nice looking combination but Kennedy bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kennedy keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Mollen misses with a wild combination.
Mollen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mollen looks to score with a jab to the body but Kennedy is just out of range.
Nice defenses there by Kennedy.
Mollen goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Kennedy pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Mollen connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kennedy momentarily.
Mollen misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kennedy counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kennedy looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Mollen buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mollen throws a right and a left that Kennedy avoids nicely.
Kennedy half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kennedy is looking to clinch.
Kennedy lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mollen slips a straight right by Kennedy.
Kennedy missing with a left hand there. Mollen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mollen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kennedy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kennedy feinted with a counter takedown.
Kennedy attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Mollen tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Mollen connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kennedy lands a slapping body shot.
Kennedy avoids the body shot from Mollen.
Mollen is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Kennedy finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A telegraphed right hand from Mollen misses the target.
Kennedy throws a leg kick but Mollen sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kennedy throws a wild body kick that Mollen sees coming a mile off.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kennedy throws a low kick but it's checked well by Mollen.
Mollen fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kennedy fails with the takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hallis Mollen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Mollen lands a head shot.
Mollen thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kennedy if he has to take too many more of those.
Kennedy is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Mollen.
Kennedy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Mollen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kennedy.
As Mollen looks to move away, Kennedy throws a big counter combo but Mollen just gets out of the way.
Mollen throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kennedy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A thudding body kick lands there by Mollen!
Mollen misses with a few strikes there.
Kennedy seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kennedy throws a body kick that misses.
Mollen scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mollen scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Mollen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kennedy misses with a kick to the body.
Mollen circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kennedy swings for the body but Mollen moves out of range.
Mollen dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kennedy. That did some damage!#T1#
Mollen misses with a double jab.
Mollen lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kennedy throws a push kick but Mollen slaps the foot to one side.
Kennedy tries to clinch but Mollen is having none of it.
Kennedy avoids the head kick by Mollen.
Kennedy takes a swing at Mollen's ribcage but misses.
A leg kick checked by Kennedy.
Kennedy lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kennedy tries a low kick but Mollen avoids it.
Kennedy goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Mollen digs a good body shot into Kennedy's ribs.
Kennedy throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Mollen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mollen throws a big shot that misses.
Mollen throws a leg kick but Kennedy moved away.
Kennedy tries to counter by clinching up but Mollen breaks away and moves out of range.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kennedy. #T2#
Mollen throws a body shot but no joy.
Kennedy is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Mollen buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kennedy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mollen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kennedy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
An inside leg kick from Kennedy misses.
Jab from Mollen.
Mollen throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #TD#
Kennedy shoots in and bounces Mollen off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kennedy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mollen is keeping the position for now.
Kennedy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Kennedy wants to control from the top but Mollen keeps moving. #T3##SUB#
Kennedy is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Mollen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kennedy has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#ES2#
Mollen kicks Kennedy off and gets to his feet.
Mollen throws a right and a left that Kennedy avoids nicely.
Kennedy defending well as Mollen loads up on a big left hand.
Hallis Mollen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kennedy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kennedy. Mollen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kennedy throws out a leg kick but Mollen moves out of range and Kennedy only half commits.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kennedy, as that shot connected.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kennedy. Mollen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hallis Mollen is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Mollen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kennedy.
A jab from Mollen misses. #T4#
Mollen throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Mollen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kennedy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mollen throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kennedy listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Both fighters circling a little - Kennedy finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Mollen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Mollen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kennedy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kennedy tried to score with a low kick but Mollen checks it.
Kennedy throws a wild body kick that Mollen sees coming a mile off.
Kennedy takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kennedy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mollen manages to avoid it.
Mollen misses with a double jab.
Kennedy pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mollen lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mollen checks the leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hallis Mollen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Mollen 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: IFC 61 Heavyweight vs Bell
Date: Jul 28, 2018

#R1#
Kennedy misses with a hook
letting Torped counter with a right hand.
Kennedy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Torped keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kennedy shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
It looked like Torped was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kennedy.
Torped looks to land a left hand but Kennedy moved out of range nicely.
Kennedy throws a leg kick that is checked
and Torped cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kennedy throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Torped moves out of range of the strikes.
Good shot there by Kennedy.
Torped misses with a lunging right hand
and Kennedy counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Torped thinking. #T1#
Torped lands a right hook to the body.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Kennedy has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Ture Torped is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Torped showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kennedy.
Kennedy gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Torped counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#
It looks like Steven Kennedy has been cut.
Torped avoids the body shot from Kennedy.
Kennedy shoots for a takedown but Torped saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Torped blocks a head kick by Kennedy.
Torped is looking to counter punch.
Torped tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kennedy throws a leg kick #KD#
and Torped counters with a crisp right hand that drops Kennedy! Torped lets Kennedy back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#
Kennedy is rocked!#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kennedy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Torped knocks out Kennedy with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Torped before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Torped picks up the big W with a huge KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ture Torped!
A very excited looking Ture Torped 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: IFC 56 Jones vs Heavyweight
Date: Jun 23, 2018

#R1#
Kennedy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kennedy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bogard throws out the jab.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Bogard, right into the meat. #CL2#
Kennedy rushes Bogard and presses him up against the cage.
Bogard lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kennedy effectively controlling the action here.
Kennedy tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #TD2#
Kennedy successfully pulls guard. #SUB2#
Kennedy working for a triangle but Bogard defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Kennedy working for submissions but it's allowed Bogard to get to half guard. #T1#
Kennedy is looking to improve his position.
Bogard content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Bogard prevents Kennedy from improving his position.#SUB2#
Kennedy looking for submissions off his back.
Bogard looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Kennedy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bogard pulls his head out easily.
We've been hearing good reports from Bogard'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.
Kennedy is looking for a sweep. Bogard is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bogard looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Kennedy is trying to get back to full guard.
Kennedy trying to hold on to Bogard's head to control him but Bogard postures up. #T3#
Bogard keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Kennedy is trying to get back to full guard.
Kennedy trying to control here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Kennedy misses with a low kick.
Bogard lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kennedy's sensitive parts.
Bogard tries a head kick but it misses.
Bogard goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Bogard misses with a wild body shot.
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bogard moves away.
Bogard fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kennedy is out of range.
Kennedy feints the counter takedown.#T4#
Kennedy throws a body shot but no joy.
Terry Bogard is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bogard throws a push kick but Kennedy slaps the foot to one side.
Kennedy throws a sloppy head kick and Bogard moves out of range easily.
Bogard displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a body kick that misses.
Bogard tries a head kick but it misses.
Kennedy checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bogard.
Kennedy throws a right and a left that both miss.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bogard misses with a body kick.
A head kick misses from Bogard.
Nice body punch from Kennedy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Terry Bogard 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#
A lazy body kick from Bogard
and Kennedy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kennedy is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bogard bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kennedy's head backwards.
Bogard sizes up Kennedy with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bogard throws a head kick but Kennedy moves out of range.
Bogard swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kennedy.
Kennedy misses with a lunging right hand
and Bogard counters with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy cracks a nice hook into Bogard's ribs.
Bogard's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kennedy under the eye.
Bogard throws an off balance right hand
letting Kennedy counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jab, jab by Bogard - just one landing. #ROC#
Kennedy is rocked!
A swing and a miss from Bogard.#T1#
Bogard scores with a push kick.
Bogard throws a head kick but Kennedy moves out of range.
Bogard swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kennedy.
Kennedy is still on wobbly legs! Can Bogard finish him?
Kennedy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kennedy seems to have recovered his senses.
Some wild striking there from Kennedy.
Kennedy looks for the body kick but Bogard saw that one coming.
Bogard appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bogard throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It seemed like Kennedy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kennedy misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kennedy misses with a hook.
Terry Bogard is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice cross by Kennedy.
A swing and a miss from Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a push kick but Bogard slaps the foot to one side.
Bogard looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.#T2#
Kennedy takes a swing at Bogard's ribcage but misses.
Bogard takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bogard dips to his left and cracks Kennedy with an uppercut!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Kennedy looking to score a takedown here. Bogard is defending well but Kennedy drives through and ends up in Bogard's guard.#ES#
Bogard wriggles free and stands up.
Kennedy rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bogard counters with a leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kennedy. Bogard does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bogard lands a nice shot to the body. #KD#
Bogard lands a big right hand that sends Kennedy crashing to the mat! Bogard stays standing though and waves Kennedy back to his feet!
Kennedy moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bogard lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kennedy thows a leg kick but Bogard checks it
and Bogard counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bogard misses with a body shot. #T3#
Bogard looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bogard throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kennedy fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bogard lands a head kick!
and Bogard counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Kennedy! He's just covering up as Bogard starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Terry Bogard!
Terry Bogard made sure to mention his sponsor, IniTech Nutrition in his post fight interview.

Event: IFC 53 Butabi vs McTavish
Date: Jun 02, 2018

#R1#
Warholm misses with a kick to the body.
Kennedy throws a leg kick
and Warholm counters with a left to the body.
Kennedy chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Warholm can pounce on him.
Warholm keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Warholm cracks a nice hook into Kennedy's ribs.
Warholm throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kennedy drops his hands momentarily and Warholm takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kennedy thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Warholm if he has to take too many more of those.
Kennedy scores with a kick to the body.
Warholm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kennedy manages to avoid it.
Kennedy half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kennedy throws a body punch but Warholm moves out of range.
Kennedy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Warholm was well out of range. Poor timing from Kennedy.
Kennedy keeps the fight on the outside.
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!
Kennedy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Warholm defends well and Kennedy ends up having to push Warholm into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A bone on bone clash there as Warholm blocks the leg kick. #T1#
Kennedy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Warholm fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kennedy checks it well.
Kennedy looks to land a body kick but Warholm moved away.
Kennedy moves away from the strike by Warholm.
Kennedy 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.
Warholm thows a left - swing and a miss!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Warholm.
Kennedy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kennedy throws a lazy right hand but Warholm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kennedy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Warholm slips under a jab from Kennedy.
Warholm connects with a leg kick. Kennedy looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Warholm tries a head kick but it misses.
Warholm scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Warholm throws an off balance right hand
and Kennedy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Warholm misses with a body shot.
Kennedy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kennedy avoids the head kick by Warholm.
Sloppy strikes from Warholm. Those never looked like landing.
Terje Warholm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Warholm looks to score with a jab to the body but Kennedy is just out of range.
Kennedy is looking for a counter combo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kennedy throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Warholm to counter with a crisp jab.
Kennedy avoids the body shot from Warholm.
Kennedy defending well as Warholm loads up on a big left hand.
Decent striking displayed by Kennedy there.
Warholm misses the shot to the body.
A shot to the body from Warholm misses
and Kennedy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
Warholm clinches up against the cage.
Kennedy blocks a body shot from Warholm.
Kennedy's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kennedy prevents a body shot from Warholm.
Kennedy drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Warholm gets the underhooks and prevents it. #T3#
Warholm tries to work over Kennedy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kennedy tries to pull guard but Warholm forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Steven Kennedy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Warholm swings wildly with an uppercut but Kennedy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Warholm struggles to land a body shot inside as Kennedy controls his hands.
Warholm lands a right hand.
Kennedy tries to pull guard but Warholm holds him up against the cage and eventually Kennedy drops back down to his feet.
Warholm tries to throw a body punch but Kennedy avoids it by throwing Warholm back against the cage.
Warholm tries a body shot but Kennedy blocks it.
Warholm lands with a left to the head.
Warholm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Warholm tries to throw a body punch but Kennedy avoids it by throwing Warholm back against the cage.
Warholm goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kennedy working aggressively here. #T4#
Kennedy displaying some good clinch control by pressing Warholm up against the cage.
Warholm lands with a light punch inside.
Warholm tries to throw a body punch but Kennedy avoids it by throwing Warholm back against the cage.
Kennedy tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #TD#
Kennedy pulls guard successfully.
Warholm seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
My spies in Crapollas Gym inform me that Warholm has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Warholm must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kennedy has a closed guard, preventing Warholm from standing up. #SU2#
Warholm gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Warholm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kennedy moves away.
Warholm stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Warholm wants it to stay on the feet.#CL#
Kennedy forces Warholm back against the cage and clinches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Warholm can't find room to land a body shot as Kennedy controls the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Terje Warholm dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Warholm throws a leg kick but Kennedy sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kennedy fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Warholm checks it well.
Kennedy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kennedy just misses with a punch to the body.
Warholm connects with an inside leg kick.
Warholm steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kennedy. That one must have hurt.
Warholm throws a right hand that Kennedy ducks under and follows up with a left that Kennedy also avoids with ease.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kennedy slips a jab and a cross from Warholm.
Warholm with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy throws a hook but Warholm avoids it easily.
Kennedy throws a body punch but Warholm moves out of range.
Warholm lands with a cross.
Kennedy throws a good cross that connects. #T1#
Warholm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kennedy throws a jab when Warholm was well out of range.
A bone on bone clash there as Kennedy blocks the leg kick.
Warholm throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kennedy.
Terje Warholm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kennedy throws a lazy right hand but Warholm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kennedy tries to score with a low kick but Warholm moves his leg out of the way.
Warholm lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #TD#
Kennedy drives through with a takedown into guard.
Warholm controlling the position.
Warholm 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.
Kennedy wants to control from the top but Warholm keeps moving.
Kennedy stopping the sweep attempt from Warholm.#T2#
Kennedy trying to control but Warholm is working from the bottom. #ES2#
Warholm has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Kennedy is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kennedy takes a shot to the head.
Warholm tries to throw a body punch but Kennedy avoids it by throwing Warholm back against the cage.
Kennedy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kennedy stalling in the clinch but Warholm improves position.
Warholm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Warholm working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Terje Warholm seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#TD#
Kennedy gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #ES2#
Warholm manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Kennedy can't get the takedown.
Warholm lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kennedy backwards.
Kennedy creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T3#
Warholm misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kennedy stalling in the clinch but Warholm improves position.
Warholm can't find room to land a body shot as Kennedy controls the action.
Kennedy tries to pull guard but Warholm won't allow it.
Warholm scores with a hook to the body.
Warholm lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Warholm misses with a punch to the body.
A body shot lands from Warholm.
Warholm has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kennedy tries to pull guard but Warholm forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Steven Kennedy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A body shot lands from Warholm.
Kennedy prevents a body shot from Warholm.
Warholm lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kennedy looking to slow down the pace here.
Warholm lands with a short shot to the head.
A hook to the body from Warholm. #T4#
Kennedy jumps guard but Warholm stands there with Kennedy around his waist. Kennedy gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Warholm lands with a left to the head.
Warholm struggles to land a body shot inside as Kennedy controls his hands.
Warholm pushes Kennedy back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Warholm can't find room to land a body shot as Kennedy controls the action. #TD#
Kennedy has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Warholm is trying to keep an underhook but Kennedy manages to get the takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Warholm pushes Kennedy off and gets back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Warholm misses with a two punch combination.
Warholm checks the leg kick nicely there.
Warholm just misses with a punch to the body.
Kennedy drops his hands momentarily and Warholm takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kennedy throws a sloppy head kick and Warholm moves out of range easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Warholm clinches.
Kennedy is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Warholm to keep the fight standing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Terje Warholm showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Kennedy throws a chopping leg kick but Warholm manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kennedy moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromWarholm.
Kennedy looks to score with a jab to the body but Warholm is just out of range.
Warholm shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A slow jab from Kennedy misses its intended target.
Kennedy misses with a looping left.
Warholm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kennedy thinks about countering with a body kick.
Warholm with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kennedy throws a body kick that misses.
Warholm swings for the body but Kennedy moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Warholm.
Warholm throws a right hand that Kennedy ducks under and follows up with a left that Kennedy also avoids with ease.
Warholm throws a shot from downtown. Kennedy moves away and avoids it.
Warholm checks a low kick from Kennedy.
Warholm unleashes a big counter combination but Kennedy bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
A head kick misses from Kennedy. #T1#
Warholm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kennedy.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kennedy.
Warholm tries to clinch there but Kennedy circles away.
Warholm catches Kennedy with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Decent striking displayed by Kennedy there.
Warholm ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kennedy closes the distance looking to clinch #KD2#
and Warholm counters with a crisp one two that drops Kennedy! Warholm thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Kennedy to his feet! Kennedy is in big trouble!
Warholm throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A big right from Kennedy misses.
Kennedy on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
The fighters circling - Kennedy throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kennedy throws a leg kick that is checked
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Kennedy tries to clinch
enabling Warholm to counter with a crisp jab.
Kennedy takes a swing at Warholm's ribcage but misses.
Kennedy throws a body kick, spinning off balance#KD2#
and Warholm counters with a nice right hand that sends Kennedy toppling to the canvas! Kennedy scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Warholm finish him?!#ROC2#
Kennedy is rocked!
Warholm closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Kennedy out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Terje Warholm!

Event: IFC MW 26 Zapata vs Ubereem
Date: May 09, 2018

#R1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Nijholt looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nijholt moves out of range of the body kick.#CL#
Nijholt forces Kennedy back against the cage and clinches.
Nijholt has Kennedy pressed against the cage, preventing Kennedy from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Kennedy manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Nijholt rushes Kennedy and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Nijholt misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Kennedy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nijholt misses with a takedown attempt - Kennedy sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Kennedy throws a counter combo.
Kennedy throws a head kick but Nijholt moves out of range.
Nijholt throws a one two combo.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nijholt is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kennedy.#T1#
Nijholt throws a jab but it's blocked by Kennedy.
Nijholt misses with a left hand
and Kennedy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Good shot there by Nijholt.
Kennedy scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Nijholt doesn't seem bothered though. #TD2#
Kennedy scores with a takedown into Nijholt's guard.
Kennedy trying to control but Nijholt is working from the bottom.
Kennedy sitting in guard here, content to control.
Kennedy 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.
Nijholt not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kennedy sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Nijholt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kennedy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2#
Kennedy is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kennedy slips nicely into half guard.
Kennedy winds up and cracks Nijholt with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kennedy wants to control but Nijholt is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Kennedy is working for a kimura but Nijholt is defending it quite comfortably.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kennedy content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T3#
Nijholt wants to improve his position but Kennedy is controlling well.
Kennedy is thwarting Nijholt's attempts to control the position.
Kennedy prevents Nijholt from improving his position.#SUB2#
Kennedy is trying to work for a kimura but Nijholt is defending well.
Nijholt wants to control but Kennedy is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kennedy controlling the pace. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Kennedy is looking for a kimura but Nijholt is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kennedy to get the leverage.
Kennedy thows a huge punch but Nijholt dodges it nicely.
Kennedy throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kennedy is looking to take a break and control but Nijholt is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kennedy perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
It looks like Kennedy 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.
Nijholt is not content to let Kennedy control the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Steven Kennedy dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Nijholt moves in looking to clinch but Kennedy pushes him off.
Kennedy throws out a counter right but Nijholt avoids it with no problem.
Nijholt tries to clinch but Kennedy is having none of it.
Nijholt tries to clinch but Kennedy is having none of it.
Nijholt works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Nijholt jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kennedy keeps the fight on the outside.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Nijholt is looking to counter the offense by Kennedy and move into the clinch.
Nijholt throws a body shot but no joy.
Avery Nijholt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nijholt fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kennedy connects with a body shot that sends Nijholt's belly button to the back.
Nijholt tries to clinch up but Kennedy circles away and keeps his distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nijholt loads up on a big right hand but Kennedy slips the punch.
Nijholt tries to close the distance and clinch but Kennedy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nijholt checks a low kick from Kennedy.
Kennedy with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kennedy lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T1#
Kennedy throws a head kick but Nijholt moves out of range.
Nijholt throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kennedy counters with a left to the body.
Kennedy throws out a powerful jab.
Kennedy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nijholt was well out of range. Poor timing from Kennedy.
Nice uppercut lands for Kennedy. That snapped Nijholt's head back.
Nijholt tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nijholt loads up on a big right hand but Kennedy slips the punch.
Nijholt displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kennedy throws out the jab.
Nijholt tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kennedy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Nijholt moves out of range of the leg kick from Kennedy.
Nijholt is looking to counter the offense by Kennedy and move into the clinch.
Kennedy throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Nijholt tries to counter by clinching up but Kennedy breaks away and moves out of range.
Nijholt tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kennedy scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL#
Kennedy gets tackled into the cage by Nijholt. Nijholt maintains the clinch.
Nijholt misses with some punches. #T2#
Nijholt works on Kennedy's body with a couple of short punches.
Kennedy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kennedy wants a takedown but no success here.
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 right handed body shot lands from Nijholt.
Kennedy is trying to pull guard but Nijholt turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nijholt.
A frustrated look appears on Kennedy's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Nijholt digs a right hand underneath Kennedy's ribcage. Kennedy let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Nijholt misses with a punch to the body.
Nijholt tries to work over Kennedy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kennedy has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kennedy is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Nijholt lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kennedy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD2#
Kennedy decides to pull guard. #T3#
Nijholt wants to control from the top but Kennedy keeps moving.
Kennedy wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Kennedy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nijholt is aware though and is defending well.
Nijholt looking to pass the guard.
Kennedy lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Kennedy pushes down on Nijholt's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Nijholt is not content to let Kennedy control the position.
Kennedy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T4#
Kennedy performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nijholt avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kennedy. #SUB#
Nijholt actively working from the bottom here.
Kennedy is looking to take a break and control but Nijholt is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kennedy is trying to work for a kimura but Nijholt is defending well.
Nijholt is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kennedy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nijholt does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Steven Kennedy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kennedy fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kennedy does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Kennedy scores with a kick to the body.
Kennedy lands with a good body shot.
Nijholt will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Nijholt defending well as Kennedy loads up on a big left hand.
Kennedy pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kennedy tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nijholt sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kennedy somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Nijholt crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kennedy - the referee stops the clock and Nijholt gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kennedy. Nijholt manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Nijholt ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kennedy moves away.#T1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Nijholt looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nijholt walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CL#
Nijholt instigates a clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Nijholt.
Kennedy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Nijholt smiles and moves away. #CL#
Nijholt gets a clinch.
Kennedy looking for a takedown.
Avery Nijholt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.#BC2#
Kennedy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Steven Kennedy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kennedy takes a swing at Nijholt's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Nijholt gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Avery Nijholt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Nijholt lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kennedy tries to break the clinch but Nijholt is controlling the position.
Kennedy is trying to drag Nijholt to the mat but Nijholt just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Nijholt lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kennedy is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nijholt.
Kennedy fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Kennedy tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Avery Nijholt has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nijholt lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kennedy backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nijholt misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nijholt misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Kennedy manages to break the clinch. #T3#
Nijholt is looking to clinch.
Kennedy on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kennedy moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kennedy throws a hook to the side of Nijholt's head but Nijholt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kennedy thows a body kick. Nijholt tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nijholt moves away.
A low kick from Nijholt is predictable there
and Kennedy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Nijholt forces Kennedy back against the cage and clinches.
Nijholt lands with a right to the head.
Kennedy tries to break the clinch but Nijholt is controlling the position.
Nijholt tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kennedy jumps guard but Nijholt turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Kennedy breaks the clinch. #CL#
Nijholt gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T4##BC2#
Kennedy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nijholt fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nijholt misses with a lunging right hand
and Kennedy counters with a nice uppercut.
Nijholt looks to score with a jab to the body but Kennedy is just out of range.
Nijholt takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kennedy delivers a nice body kick.#CL#
Nijholt has closed the distance and engaged Kennedy in a clinch. #TD2#
Kennedy jumps guard and drags Nijholt to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Nijholt has gone for a leg lock! Kennedy slips out almost immediately though and dives into Nijholt's guard.#REVB#
Kennedy landing some decent shots from guard.
Kennedy stands and throws Nijholt's legs to the side, diving into side control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Steven Kennedy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kennedy 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 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Steven Kennedy!
A relieved looking Steven Kennedy thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Avery Nijholt was interviewed post fight and said 'This guy was the better fighter tonight, and deserved the win. I will go back to train harder and come back better than ever'.

Event: IFC MW23 Wilder vs Kisqali
Date: Apr 18, 2018

#R1#
Kennedy lands with a thumping leg kick.
Koniezko shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kennedy as he avoids it easily.
Koniezko misses with a lunging right hand
and Kennedy counters with a right hand to the body.
Koniezko cracks Kennedy with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kennedy misses with a hook
and Koniezko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Koniezko scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Koniezko moves out of range of the body kick.
Koniezko swings for the body but Kennedy moves out of range.
Kennedy now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#TD#
Koniezko scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kennedy is trying to improve his position.
Kennedy wants to control but Koniezko postures up.
Kennedy is looking to reverse the position.
Kennedy is still trying to improve position.
Kennedy wants to control but Koniezko postures up.
Kennedy gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T1#
Kennedy is looking for a sweep. Koniezko is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Koniezko in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Kennedy actively working from the bottom here.
Kennedy trying to control here.
Kennedy tries to get to full guard but Koniezko has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Kennedy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kennedy is trying to get back to full guard.
Kennedy regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kennedy wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Kennedy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Koniezko doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Koniezko manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Kennedy has his foot on Koniezko's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Koniezko works his way back into a safe position though.
Koniezko would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Koniezko getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T3#
Koniezko shoots in looking for a takedown but Kennedy manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Koniezko's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kennedy thinks about the counter body kick.
Koniezko checks a leg kick.
Koniezko misses with a wild combination.
Koniezko lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Kennedy throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
Koniezko rushes Kennedy and presses him up against the cage.
Kennedy wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Koniezko has him pressed against the cage.
Kennedy blocks a body shot from Koniezko.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Koniezko. #BC#
Koniezko's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kennedy thumps Koniezko with a low kick.
Koniezko fails in his attempt to clinch. #T4#
Koniezko wants to clinch but Kennedy slips to the side
and Kennedy makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kennedy swings for the body but Koniezko moves out of range.
Koniezko is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kennedy throws a low kick but it's checked well by Koniezko.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Koniezko misses with a wild combination.
Kennedy fails with a takedown attempt.
Sascha Koniezko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Koniezko tries for a takedown but Kennedy sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sascha Koniezko. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kennedy avoids a punch combination nicely.
A low kick from Kennedy is predictable there
and Kennedy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Koniezko connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Koniezko misses with an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sascha Koniezko dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Kennedy stuffs the takedown attempt from Koniezko. Koniezko gets slowly back to his feet.
Kennedy scores with a head kick.
Kennedy just misses with a punch to the body.
Koniezko fails to land with a series of punches.
Kennedy looks to land a right hand but Koniezko moved out of range.
A head kick misses from Kennedy.
Koniezko was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Koniezko moves away from the strike by Kennedy.
Kennedy shoots in looking for a takedown. Koniezko tries to sprawl out of it but Kennedy keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Koniezko manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
As Kennedy tries to get set, Koniezko tries to push him back and clinch up but Kennedy manages to avoid the attempt.
Koniezko takes a swing at Kennedy's ribcage but misses.
Sascha Koniezko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kennedy throws a wild body kick that Koniezko sees coming a mile off.
Kennedy misses with a jab to the body
letting Koniezko counter with a right hand.
Kennedy is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Koniezko rather than just go for the knockout.#T1#
Koniezko jabs Kennedy to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kennedy plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Kennedy lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Koniezko looks to land a combination. Kennedy sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Kennedy throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
A punch combination from Koniezko misses.
Koniezko fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Koniezko tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kennedy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Koniezko drives through with a takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Koniezko avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Kennedy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Koniezko can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SU#
Koniezko stands and steps away. Kennedy gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #T2#
Kennedy bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#TD#
Koniezko gets a double leg takedown into Kennedy's guard.
Kennedy wants to sweep but no luck.
Kennedy has a closed guard, preventing Koniezko from standing up. #SUB2#
Kennedy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Koniezko controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kennedy trying to keep a closed guard but Koniezko is proving a slippery customer. #T3#
Koniezko slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Koniezko tries to stand but Kennedy is controlling from the bottom.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#SUB2#
Kennedy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Koniezko doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Koniezko manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Koniezko is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Koniezko misses with a two punch combination.
Nice uppercut there from Koniezko.
Kennedy punishes Koniezko's body with a nice straight punch.
Kennedy chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Koniezko lands a head shot.
Kennedy paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Koniezko misses with a takedown attempt - Kennedy sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Koniezko throws a right and a left that Kennedy avoids nicely.
Kennedy tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Koniezko swivels and escapes.
Koniezko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kennedy fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Koniezko has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Koniezko tries to clinch up.
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 Sascha Koniezko will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Kennedy fails with an attempt to clinch.
No luck for Koniezko with that takedown attempt.
Kennedy misses with a wild body shot.
Koniezko throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kennedy.
Koniezko showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kennedy.
Kennedy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Koniezko is fending him off so far but Kennedy persists. Nope, Koniezko circles away and we're back to standing.
Koniezko lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kennedy circles away quickly and effectively.
Kennedy throws out a loose jab but Koniezko uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy throws a body shot but no joy.
Koniezko scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kennedy takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Koniezko works over Kennedy's head and body with a nice combination.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Koniezko.#T1#
Kennedy slips a straight right by Koniezko.
Sascha Koniezko is winning the standup battle so far.
Kennedy is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Koniezko swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kennedy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Koniezko keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Koniezko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kennedy manages to avoid it.
Koniezko pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Kennedy back to the cage. Koniezko follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Koniezko throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD2#
Kennedy closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Kennedy is looking to take a break and control but Koniezko is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sascha Koniezko overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Koniezko managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kennedy. #T2#
Kennedy controlling the position.
Koniezko regains half guard there - taking advantage of Kennedy's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Still in half guard, Kennedy seems content to control.
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!
Koniezko won't allow Kennedy to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Kennedy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Koniezko sees it coming and defends easily.
Kennedy working Koniezko over with strikes.
Koniezko tries to kick Kennedy off but Kennedy keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T3#
Koniezko keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kennedy missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Koniezko taking some punishment here, with Kennedy in his half guard.
Koniezko tries to kick Kennedy off but Kennedy keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Kennedy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Koniezko does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Kennedy controlling the action here.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#SUB2#
Kennedy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Kennedy is working for a kimura but Koniezko is defending it quite comfortably. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kennedy keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sascha Koniezko is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kennedy tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Koniezko is able to avoid easily.#CL#
Koniezko moves into the clinch.
Kennedy is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kennedy - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sascha Koniezko showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Koniezko has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sascha Koniezko!
After the fight, Sascha Koniezko was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: IFC 44
Date: Mar 31, 2018

#R1#
Bezmenov slips under a jab from Kennedy.
Bezmenov avoids the head kick by Kennedy. #CL2#
Bezmenov moves into the clinch.
Kennedy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bezmenov smiles and moves away.
Bezmenov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kennedy rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bezmenov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bezmenov throws a lazy uppercut
and Kennedy counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Kennedy looks to score with a jab to the body but Bezmenov is just out of range.
Yuri Bezmenov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Bezmenov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Bezmenov is trying to get an arm triangle but Kennedy is defending well.
Kennedy is trying to control Bezmenov's posture but Bezmenov avoids it.
Bezmenov tries to stand but Kennedy is controlling his head.
Kennedy wants to control but Bezmenov postures up.#T1##SUB2#
Bezmenov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kennedy, who protects the arm well.
Kennedy is trying to control Bezmenov's posture but Bezmenov avoids it. #SUB2#
Bezmenov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kennedy is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Kennedy tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Bezmenov is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Kennedy is trying to escape and Bezmenov transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Kennedy is forced to tap! Nice work there by Bezmenov! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Yuri Bezmenov!
A victorious Yuri Bezmenov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: IFC MW17
Date: Mar 07, 2018

#R1##CL#
Heavyweight clinches up against the cage.
Kennedy tries a body shot but Heavyweight blocks it.
Heavyweight pushes Kennedy back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kennedy tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Heavyweight just stands there and leans against the cage.
Kennedy tries to break free but Heavyweight pushes him back against the cage.
Heavyweight is working Kennedy over against the cage.
Kennedy fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Kennedy is trying to pull guard but Heavyweight turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Light Heavyweight has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.
Heavyweight lands with a right to the head.
Kennedy tries to pull guard but Heavyweight won't allow it.
A nice left hand lands by Heavyweight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heavyweight misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kennedy is looking to break free of the clinch but Heavyweight has double underhooks.
Heavyweight is working Kennedy over against the cage.
Nice body punch from Heavyweight - that landed with a thud.
Heavyweight lands a left hand. #T1##BC2#
Kennedy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kennedy throws a nice head kick!
Heavyweight definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Heavyweight drives through and clinches with Kennedy against the cage.
Kennedy wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Heavyweight working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Heavyweight lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Heavyweight.
Kennedy wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Heavyweight has Kennedy pressed against the cage, preventing Kennedy from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Heavyweight blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Heavyweight.
Kennedy missing with knees to the body.
A body shot lands from Heavyweight.
Kennedy looks winded!
Kennedy tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Heavyweight just stands there and leans against the cage.#T2#
Heavyweight lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nice body punch from Heavyweight - that landed with a thud.
Heavyweight lands an uppercut.
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!
Heavyweight softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Heavyweight digs a right hand underneath Kennedy's ribcage. Kennedy let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kennedy misses with a hook to the ribs. #KD#
Heavyweight drops Kennedy onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Kennedy is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC#
Kennedy is rocked!
Heavyweight creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Kennedy with a big uppercut! Kennedy tries to clinch up but Heavyweight pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Kennedy to the mat! Kennedy covers up and Heavyweight unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Light Heavyweight!
Light Heavyweight thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: IFC XXXVII Chugman vs Walcott
Date: Feb 10, 2018

#R1#
Brasi Iii misses with a body shot.
Brasi Iii misses with a jab to the body
and Kennedy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Brasi Iii blocks the body kick.
Brasi Iii takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kennedy bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Brasi Iii's head backwards.#CL2#
Brasi Iii gets a clinch.
Brasi Iii lands with a light punch inside.
Kennedy taking a breather.
Brasi Iii lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kennedy backwards.
Kennedy is trying to pull guard but Brasi Iii turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Kennedy blocking some punches.
Nice body punch from Brasi Iii. #BC#
Kennedy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Brasi Iii, as that shot connected.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kennedy throws a half hearted mid kick.#T1#
Kennedy punishes Brasi Iii's body with a nice straight punch.
Kennedy seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Kennedy misses with a leg kick
and Kennedy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kennedy pushes Brasi Iii away with a front kick.
Brasi Iii connects with a body shot that sends Kennedy's belly button to the back.
Kennedy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Brasi Iii takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nice uppercut lands for Brasi Iii. That snapped Kennedy's head back.
Kennedy looks for a takedown but Brasi Iii sprawls well.
Brasi Iii cracks Kennedy with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Brasi Iii throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kennedy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Brasi Iii.#T2#
Kennedy takes a swing at Brasi Iii's ribcage but misses.
Kennedy swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kennedy tried to score with a low kick but Brasi Iii checks it.
Brasi Iii has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Kennedy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Brasi Iii clobbers Kennedy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kennedy throws a body kick that misses.
Brasi Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Brasi Iii 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.
Luca Brasi Iii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Brasi Iii rushes Kennedy and presses him up against the cage.
Brasi Iii lands a body shot in the clinch.
Brasi Iii gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kennedy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Steven Kennedy. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Kennedy breaks from the clinch. #T3#
Kennedy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #TD#
Kennedy scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Brasi Iii is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Kennedy'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.
Brasi Iii keeping control of the position.
Kennedy sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Brasi Iii defending well though.
Brasi Iii tries to get to full guard but Kennedy has control of the leg.
Kennedy winds up and cracks Brasi Iii with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Kennedy wants to work for an arm triangle but Brasi Iii is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kennedy slips a nice elbow through Brasi Iii's hands, connecting with Brasi Iii's forehead.#T4#
Brasi Iii wants to improve his position but Kennedy is controlling well.
Kennedy has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Brasi Iii is not content to let Kennedy control the position.
Kennedy missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Brasi Iii actively working from the bottom here.
Kennedy missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kennedy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Brasi Iii does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Brasi Iii tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Luca Brasi Iii will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Brasi Iii avoids a kick to the body.
Brasi Iii wants to counter the offense by Kennedy and move into the clinch position.
Luca Brasi Iii seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kennedy doesn't succeed with the takedown
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
and Brasi Iii counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kennedy misses the shot to the body.
Brasi Iii wants to counter the offense by Kennedy and move into the clinch position.
Nice sprawl there from Brasi Iii as Kennedy shoots in.
Kennedy connects with an inside leg kick.
Brasi Iii misses with a body shot.
Kennedy has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Brasi Iii finds it's way round the side to connect with Kennedy's head. #CL2#
Brasi Iii has closed the distance and engaged Kennedy in a clinch.
Kennedy tries to pull guard but Brasi Iii won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Steven Kennedy. 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.
A short body shot lands from Brasi Iii as the two fighters clinch.
Kennedy wants a takedown but no success here.
Brasi Iii misses with a punch to the body.
Brasi Iii lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
Kennedy tries to pull guard but Brasi Iii won't allow it.
Brasi Iii digs a right hand underneath Kennedy's ribcage. Kennedy let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A hook to the body from Brasi Iii.
Kennedy is trying to force a seperation but Brasi Iii has the dominant position.
Kennedy's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kennedy is looking to break free of the clinch but Brasi Iii has double underhooks.
Brasi Iii lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kennedy backwards.
Kennedy jumps guard but Brasi Iii stands there with Kennedy around his waist. Kennedy gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Brasi Iii lands a body punch in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Brasi Iii.
Kennedy is trying to pull guard but Brasi Iii has him pressed against the cage.
A short left from Brasi Iii. #T2#
Brasi Iii scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Brasi Iii lands with a right to the head.
Brasi Iii stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Brasi Iii lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kennedy.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kennedy tries a body shot but Brasi Iii blocks it.
Kennedy jumps guard but Brasi Iii stands there with Kennedy around his waist. Kennedy gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kennedy jumps guard but Brasi Iii turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Brasi Iii scores with a hook to the body.
Kennedy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Brasi Iii smiles and moves away. #CL2#
Brasi Iii clinches up with Kennedy and pushes him back against the cage.
Brasi Iii scores with a shoulder strike. #T3#
Brasi Iii throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kennedys head.
Brasi Iii lands with a short shot to the head.
A short left from Brasi Iii.
A nice left hand lands by Brasi Iii.
Kennedy trying to stall but Brasi Iii improves his position.
A right hand to the body from Brasi Iii.
Brasi Iii lands with a light punch inside.
Kennedy drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Brasi Iii gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Brasi Iii lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Brasi Iii lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Brasi Iii lands a shoulder strike. #T4#
Kennedy is looking to take this one to the mat.
Brasi Iii lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kennedy backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brasi Iii lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kennedy tries to pull guard but Brasi Iii holds him up against the cage and eventually Kennedy drops back down to his feet.
Brasi Iii lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Brasi Iii lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kennedy backwards.
Kennedy wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Brasi Iii scores with a nice hook to the head.
Brasi Iii lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Brasi Iii misses with a punch to the body.
Brasi Iii has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A hook to the body from Brasi Iii. #TD#
Kennedy ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Kennedy no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Brasi Iii makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Luca Brasi Iii 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##CL2#
Brasi Iii has managed to clinch.
Kennedy has Brasi Iii pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Brasi Iii manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Kennedy trying to stall but Brasi Iii improves his position.
Brasi Iii scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Brasi Iii pushes Kennedy back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kennedy jumps guard but Brasi Iii turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Brasi Iii works on Kennedy's body with a couple of short punches.
Kennedy takes a shot to the head.
Brasi Iii is pressed up against the cage. Kennedy has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Brasi Iii down to the mat. Brasi Iii avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Steven Kennedy. 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.
Brasi Iii swings for the body but Kennedy moves out of range.
Brasi Iii sizes up Kennedy with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kennedy throws the left hand but Brasi Iii avoids the punch easily.
Kennedy doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#CL2#
Brasi Iii forces Kennedy back against the cage and clinches.#T1#
Brasi Iii lands with a left to the head.
Brasi Iii scores with a shoulder strike.
Brasi Iii softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#ROC2#
Kennedy is rocked!
Brasi Iii lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Oh Kennedy is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Brasi Iii lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kennedy backwards.
Good body shot from Brasi Iii.
A nice left hand lands by Brasi Iii.
Brasi Iii presses Kennedy against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A right hand to the body from Brasi Iii.
Brasi Iii lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A short left from Brasi Iii.
Kennedy jumps guard but Brasi Iii turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Brasi Iii lands a nice shot to the body.
Brasi Iii lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kennedy backwards.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice body punch from Brasi Iii.
Brasi Iii lands a body punch in the clinch. #T2#
Brasi Iii is leaning against Kennedy and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kennedy seems to have got his legs back now.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Brasi Iii.
A short body shot lands from Brasi Iii as the two fighters clinch.
Brasi Iii lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kennedy backwards.
Brasi Iii lands a left hand.
Brasi Iii scores with a hook to the body.
Brasi Iii scores with a hook to the body.
Brasi Iii makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Brasi Iii lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Brasi Iii lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Brasi Iii lands a body punch.
Brasi Iii lands a hook that snaps the head of Kennedy backwards.
Kennedy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Brasi Iii smiles and moves away. #T3#
Brasi Iii walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Kennedy drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Brasi Iii swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Kennedy's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:06 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Luca Brasi Iii!

Event: IFC XXXV
Date: Jan 27, 2018

#R1##CL2#
Porto rushes Kennedy and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Porto throws an elbow that misses.
Porto has Kennedy pressed against the cage, preventing Kennedy from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Porto goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Porto.
Nice body punch from Porto - that landed with a thud.
Porto dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Porto creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Porto creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kennedy is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Porto tries to throw a body punch but Kennedy avoids it by throwing Porto back against the cage.
Porto pushes Kennedy back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Porto lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kennedy tries to work over Porto's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Porto throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Porto tries a body shot but Kennedy blocks it.
Porto tries a body shot but Kennedy blocks it.
A short uppercut from Porto. #T1#
Porto tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kennedy's elbow.
Porto goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Porto lands a nice uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Porto creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Porto creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Kennedy's defenses.
Kennedy tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A right handed body shot lands from Porto.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#TD#
Kennedy jumps into guard, dragging Porto to the mat.
Porto preventing the sweep.
Porto trying to control but Kennedy is working from the bottom.
Porto wants to pass the guard but Kennedy is keeping the position.
Porto won't allow Kennedy to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB#
Porto avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Porto wants to stand but Kennedy has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Kennedy keeping busy, throwing shots from the bottom.
Porto really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kennedy. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Porto stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kennedy swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Porto scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB#
Kennedy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Porto is aware though and is defending well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Porto trying to control the position from guard on top but Kennedy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB#
Kennedy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Porto is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Porto is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Kennedy has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Porto is looking to defend but Kennedy has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Porto! Kennedy pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Porto taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Steven Kennedy!
Steven Kennedy decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: IFC XXXIII
Date: Jan 13, 2018

#R1#
Kennedy goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
C K misses with a hook
and Kennedy counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
A left lands for Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
C K dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
C K fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kennedy manages to avoid it.
C K fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kennedy on the side of the head.
Kennedy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent C K stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
This has been an exciting period of action!
C K changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kennedy checks the leg kick nicely there.
C K scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kennedy doesn't seem bothered though.
C K lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#KD2#
C K lands a big uppercut and Kennedy crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Kennedy looks OK. C K waves Kennedy back to his feet!#ROC2#
Kennedy is rocked!
C K swings for the body but Kennedy moves out of range.
C K just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromKennedy.
Oh Kennedy is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
C K fakes the body blow, causing Kennedy to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Kennedy goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Louis C K!
A very excited looking Louis C K 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: IFC Mid Week 12
Date: Dec 27, 2017

#R1##TD#
Kennedy looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Kennedy sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kennedy is working Bogard over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kennedy slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Bogard can do anything to dispel that myth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bogard wants to stand and escape but Kennedy is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kennedy postures up and lands a big shot to Bogard's brow.
Bogard utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T1#
Kennedy is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kennedy passes into half guard.
Kennedy content to control rather than advance.
Kennedy has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Kennedy is trying for a kimura here. Bogard looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Kennedy wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Steven Kennedy!
An out of breath Steven Kennedy thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: IFC Midweek 11
Date: Dec 06, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Reyes moves into the clinch.
Reyes lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Reyes lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kennedy backwards.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Reyes pressing his opponent against the cage.
Reyes lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kennedy or not.
Reyes lands a left hand.
A body shot lands from Reyes.
Kennedy is breathing heavily.
Reyes lands with a light punch inside.
Good body shot from Reyes.
Reyes lands a hook that snaps the head of Kennedy backwards.
Reyes lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Reyes crunches a lovely knee into Kennedy's ribcage.
Reyes lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC2#
Kennedy is rocked!
Reyes lands with a left to the head.
Oh Kennedy is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kennedy's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Reyes pushes Kennedy against the cage. Reyes is working some dirty boxing. Reyes pushes off with a quick right hook! Kennedy goes down! Kennedy tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Reyes moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wilson Reyes!

Event: IFC XXV
Date: Nov 18, 2017

#R1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Kennedy.
Kennedy lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CUT#
It looks like Evgeni Lomachenko has been cut.
Kennedy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kennedy cracks Lomachenko with a right hand to the side of the head.
Evgeni Lomachenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lomachenko takes one on the chin but seems OK. #TD2#
Lomachenko bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lomachenko in side control lands a decent elbow.
Lomachenko grinds an elbow into Kennedy's temple.
Lomachenko working away.
Lomachenko connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Kennedy some visible discomfort.
Kennedy manages to work his way to half guard, despite Lomachenko's best efforts.
Lomachenko scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Lomachenko looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kennedy with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Kennedy wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Lomachenko looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Lomachenko prevents Kennedy from improving his position.#T1#
Lomachenko missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kennedy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kennedy gets back to full guard.
Lomachenko postures up in Kennedy's guard and throws a big left but Kennedy blocks it. #SUB#
Kennedy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lomachenko working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kennedy's head.#T2##SUB#
Kennedy has his foot on Lomachenko's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lomachenko works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Kennedy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lomachenko postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Kennedy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lomachenko defends it easily.
Lomachenko scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Kennedy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lomachenko with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Lomachenko chips away with some ground and pound.
Lomachenko with a nice head shot there.
Kennedy is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lomachenko lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T3##SUB#
Lomachenko is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Kennedy has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Lomachenko is looking to defend but Kennedy has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Lomachenko! Kennedy pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Lomachenko taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Steven Kennedy!
A relieved looking Steven Kennedy 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 Mid Week 8
Date: Nov 08, 2017

#R1#
A clash of legs there as Joe blocks the low kick.
It looked like Joe was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a sloppy head kick
and Joe counters with a stiff right hand.
Kennedy throws a head kick that half lands.
Kennedy swings widly with a right hand
and Joe counters with a stiff right hand.
Joe steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kennedy. That one must have hurt.
Kennedy has his takedown stuffed
and Joe counters with a straight right hand.
Kennedy lands a right hook to the body.
Joe cracks a nice hook into Kennedy's ribs.
Joe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Joe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kennedy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Steven Kennedy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Joe moves out of range of the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Joe misses the target.
Joe scores with the left hand. Kennedy knows he should have avoided that one.
Joe blocks a jab.
A counter left hand to the body from Joe misses its target.
Kennedy tries to clinch up
and Joe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A telegraphed right hand from Joe misses the target.
Kennedy throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Joe counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Don Joe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Joe throws a big shot that misses.
Kennedy works Joe's body with a nice hook.
Joe looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kennedy misses with a double jab
and Joe counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kennedy has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#T2#
Kennedy throws a sloppy body shot
and Joe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A jab from Joe misses.
Kennedy comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kennedy throws a leg kick
and Joe counters with a stiff right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A jab from Joe does it's job there.
Joe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kennedy tries to score with a low kick but Joe moves his leg out of the way.
Kennedy misses with a left hand
and Joe counters with a left to the body.
Kennedy moves away from the strike by Joe. #T3#
Joe lands a nice hook to Kennedy's body. Kennedy takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kennedy misses with a head kick.
Kennedy dives in and grabs Joe's left leg, looking for a takedown. Joe pushes down on Kennedy's head and hops out.
Kennedy fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Don Joe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.
Joe lands a nice shot to the body.
Joe is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kennedy tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Joe paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kennedy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Joe manages to avoid it.
Joe throws a body punch but Kennedy moves out of range.
A shot to the liver by Joe. Beautiful body shot.
Kennedy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kennedy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T4#
Joe tests Kennedy's chin there with a solid looking shot.#TD2#
Kennedy shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Kennedy showed some decent athleticism there. #ES#
Joe kicks off Kennedy and gets to his feet.
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!
Kennedy shoots in looking for a takedown but Joe manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kennedy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kennedy fails with the takedown
and Joe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kennedy throws a hook but Joe blocks it.
Joe is looking to counter punch.
Kennedy throws a leg kick
and Joe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Don Joe dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Kennedy throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Joe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Kennedy has closed the distance and engaged Joe in a clinch. #BC#
Joe breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Joe crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kennedy - the referee stops the clock and Joe gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kennedy. Joe manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Kennedy misses the body punch
and Joe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kennedy throws a left and a right that both miss
and Joe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Joe jabs Kennedy to the body, keeping him at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kennedy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Joe scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kennedy in his tracks.
Kennedy tries for a takedown but Joe circles away easily
and Joe counters with a right hand to the body. #T1#
Joe feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kennedys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kennedy tries to land a body kick
and Joe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kennedy throws a poor cross that misses
and Joe counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kennedy thinking.
Kennedy looks to land a combination but Joe avoids it well.
Joe was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A left lands for Joe.
A head kick by Kennedy misses
and Joe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kennedy misses with a looping right.
It looked like Joe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Don Joe is winning the standup battle so far.
Kennedy throws a wild body kick that Joe sees coming a mile off.
Kennedy throws a head kick but Joe moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Joe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kennedy.
Kennedy does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
An attempted straight right counter from Joe misses the target.
Joe misses the shot to the body.
Kennedy throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Joe counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kennedy throws a leg kick
and Joe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kennedy walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#TD2#
Kennedy closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Kennedy lands in his opponent's guard.
Joe looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kennedy is one step ahead there.
Kennedy is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3#
Joe looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kennedy sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Joe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?
Kennedy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Joe is keeping the position for now.
Joe pulls Kennedy in close to his closed guard and prevents Kennedy from doing any damage or advancing position.
Joe wants to control but Kennedy passes easily into half guard.
Kennedy passes the guard and advances to mount!
Joe is working to get back to half guard. #T4##SUB2#
Kennedy looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Kennedy scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Joe?
Kennedy throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Joe reaches up to try and control the position but Kennedy seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Joe rolls and tries to escape and now Kennedy has his back!
Joe tries to break free.
Kennedy missing with punches from the back.
Joe rolls, trying to escape but Kennedy keeps control of the position. #SUB2#
Kennedy is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Joe knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Joe for a finish.
Joe tries to break free.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Kennedy working for a choke but Joe is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Steven Kennedy will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Joe tries to keep at a distance but Kennedy has taken the fight into the clinch.
Come on Kennedy - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Kennedy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kennedy fails to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy has Joe pressed against the cage.
Kennedy tries to pull guard but Joe won't allow it. #T1##BC2#
Kennedy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kennedy tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Joe counters with a right hand to the body.
Kennedy tries to clinch up.
Kennedy is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Joe rather than just go for the knockout.
Joe slaps away a takedown attempt from Kennedy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Don Joe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.
Joe avoids the head kick by Kennedy.
Kennedy moves forwards but Joe connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T2#
Kennedy misses with a body punch
and Joe counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kennedy has his takedown stuffed
and Joe counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kennedy throws a half hearted mid kick.
Joe takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Joe misses the shot to the body.
Kennedy replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Joe blocks it well.
Kennedy pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Joe connects with a body shot that sends Kennedy's belly button to the back.
Joe lands a jab to the nose.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Joe lands with an uppercut that bounces Kennedy off the cage and back into range.#T3#
Kennedy swings for the body but Joe moves out of range.
Kennedy misses with an uppercut
letting Joe counter with a right hand.
Kennedy throws a leg kick
and Joe counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A jab from Joe misses.
Kennedy replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Joe blocks it well.
Joe wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kennedy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Joe was well out of range. Poor timing from Kennedy.
Joe scores with a jab to the head.
Nice sprawl there from Joe as Kennedy shoots in.
That kick from Kennedy tenderised Joe's leg. Joe is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jab from Joe.#T4#
Kennedy moves forwards but Joe connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Joe throws a jab but it's blocked by Kennedy.
Joe works the jab nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Joe staying out of range there.
Kennedy takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kennedy misses with a leg kick
and Joe counters with a left to the body.
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses
and Joe counters with a nice uppercut.
Jab, jab by Joe - just one landing.
Kennedy misses with a body punch
and Kennedy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kennedy goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Don Joe!
A very excited looking Don Joe 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: IFC Mid Week 7
Date: Oct 25, 2017

#R1#
Biscuit misses with a takedown attempt - Kennedy sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Biscuit avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kennedy scores with a head kick. Biscuit tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CUT#
It looks like Schmorgen Biscuit has been cut.
Kennedy misses with a takedown attempt - Biscuit sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Kennedy moves forwards but Biscuit connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kennedy throws a sloppy head kick and Biscuit moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy misses with a body shot.
Biscuit moves out of range as Kennedy strikes.
Biscuit slaps away a takedown attempt from Kennedy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kennedy misses with a low kick. #T1#
Biscuit shoots in for a takedown but Kennedy shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kennedy shoots in looking for a takedown but Biscuit manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kennedy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Steven Kennedy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kennedy getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Biscuit takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Biscuit misses with a takedown attempt - Kennedy sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL#
Kennedy fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Biscuit, pushing him back against the cage.
Biscuit with a knee to the head.
Kennedy is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Biscuit landing some nice looking knees to the body.
A knee to the head by Biscuit. #T2#
Biscuit crunches a lovely knee into Kennedy's ribcage.
Kennedy looking to slow down the pace here.
Biscuit working Kennedy over with knees to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kennedy stops a takedown attempt from Biscuit.
Kennedy is trying to pull guard but Biscuit turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Kennedy wants a takedown. #TD2#
Biscuit wants the takedown. Kennedy is fighting it off but Biscuit persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Kennedy's guard against the cage.#SUB#
Kennedy has his foot on Biscuit's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Biscuit works his way back into a safe position though.
Biscuit with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Biscuit postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Biscuit trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Biscuit keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kennedy's head.
Biscuit landing some decent shots from guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Biscuit is looking to work some ground and pound but Kennedy has wrist control.
Biscuit lands a couple of elbows.
Biscuit working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Biscuit stopping the sweep attempt from Kennedy.#SUB#
Kennedy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Biscuit doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Biscuit manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kennedy is trying to keep Biscuit in close.
Biscuit throwing strikes but missing.
Biscuit working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kennedy's head.
Kennedy wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Kennedy has momentary wrist control but Biscuit slips an elbow through the middle.
Biscuit sitting in guard here, content to control. #T4#
Biscuit loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Biscuit's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Kennedy working for a triangle but Biscuit defends it easily.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Biscuit postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Biscuit is in close to Kennedy's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Biscuit stands and throws Kennedy's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kennedy gets back to half guard.
Biscuit lands with a punch from half guard.
Nice strikes from Biscuit there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Biscuit lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Schmorgen Biscuit dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Schmorgen Biscuit's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Kennedy throws a low kick but Biscuit moves out of range easily.
Biscuit tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Biscuit closes the distance and clinches up with Kennedy, looking for a takedown. Biscuit pushes Kennedy against the cage but Kennedy circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
As Biscuit tries to get set, Kennedy tries to push him back and clinch up but Biscuit manages to avoid the attempt.
Kennedy lands a nice leg kick that just misses Biscuit's sensitive parts.
Biscuit tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kennedy is able to avoid easily.
Biscuit wants to slow Kennedy down by chopping away at his legs. #CL2#
Biscuit closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Biscuit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Biscuit blocks an elbow strike from Kennedy. #BC#
Kennedy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy tries to land a front kick but Biscuit steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Biscuit feints the counter takedown.
Kennedy swinging wildly here.
Biscuit slips a jab and a cross from Kennedy. #T1#
Kennedy misses the shot to the body.
Biscuit has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Biscuit checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
And Biscuit tries to counter it with a takedown but Kennedy pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Steven Kennedy is winning the standup battle so far.
Kennedy thows a body kick. Biscuit tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Biscuit misses with a low kick as Kennedy jumps back.
Biscuit doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kennedy shoots for a takedown but Biscuit saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kennedy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Biscuit.
Kennedy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Biscuit is fending him off so far but Kennedy persists. Nope, Biscuit circles away and we're back to standing.
Kennedy looks for the body kick but Biscuit saw that one coming.
Biscuit tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kennedy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nice shot by Kennedy.#T2#
Biscuit throws a good cross that connects.
Kennedy lands a nice leg kick that just misses Biscuit's sensitive parts.
A jab from Kennedy does it's job there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Biscuit shoots in looking for a takedown but Kennedy manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Biscuit's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
No luck for Biscuit with that takedown attempt.
Steven Kennedy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Schmorgen Biscuit.
Kennedy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Biscuit.
Kennedy thows a leg kick but Biscuit checks it #TD2#
and Biscuit counters with a shoot takedown. Kennedy fights it but they end up in guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Biscuit's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Biscuit lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Biscuit must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Kennedy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Biscuit defends it easily.
Biscuit scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T3#
Biscuit slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Schmorgen Biscuit has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kennedy is looking to regain half guard here but Biscuit keeps moving and retains side control.
Biscuit working the ground and pound from side control.
Kennedy is looking for a sweep.
Biscuit landing a few strikes.
Biscuit scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Kennedy to see if he's OK.
Biscuit tries to advance to mount but Kennedy denies him.
Biscuit working the ground and pound from side control.
Kennedy takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Biscuit landing a few strikes.
Biscuit working the ground and pound. #T4#
Kennedy wants to control but Biscuit postures up.#SUB2#
Biscuit swings around for an armbar but Kennedy sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Biscuit's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Biscuit 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.
Kennedy trying to control the position from guard on top but Biscuit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kennedy showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kennedy advances position into side control!
Kennedy trying to control the action but Biscuit is working from the bottom.
Biscuit has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Kennedy in side control, just content to control the action for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Schmorgen Biscuit will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Schmorgen Biscuit's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Kennedy misses with a body shot.
Biscuit checks a low kick from Kennedy.
Biscuit with the counter takedown but Kennedy avoids it easily.
Kennedy lands a jab to Biscuit's midsection.
Biscuit moves out of range of the body kick from Kennedy.
Biscuit takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Biscuit shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kennedy sprawls well. Kennedy wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Biscuit gets slowly back to his feet.
Steven Kennedy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy misses the jab.
Biscuit changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Biscuit shoots in but no luck this time.
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Biscuit moves away.
Kennedy looks to clinch #TD2#
and Biscuit decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kennedy's guard.#T1#
Biscuit tries to free his leg and advance position but Kennedy is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Kennedy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Kennedy pushes a forearm under Biscuit's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Biscuit is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Steven Kennedy!
Our winner, Steven Kennedy, 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 XIX
Date: Oct 07, 2017

#R1#
Kennedy throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Demento counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Demento.
Demento loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Kennedy has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Demento is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Kennedy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Demento is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Kennedy's shoulder. That is not cool.
Kennedy is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Demento really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kennedy. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kennedy is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Demento tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kennedy knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kennedy tries to roll over but Demento keeps him under control.#T1#
Kennedy moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Kennedy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Kennedy working for submissions but it's allowed Demento to get to half guard.
Kennedy wants to improve his position but Demento is controlling well.
Demento trying to pass the guard but Kennedy defending well.
Demento drops an elbow to the side of Kennedy's head. #T2##SUB#
Kennedy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Demento pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kennedy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kennedy throws a strike from the bottom but Demento passes into side control!
Kennedy is trying to control Demento's posture but Demento avoids it.
Kennedy is trying to improve his position.
Demento scoring with punches from side control. #T3#
Kennedy gets back to half guard.
Kennedy trying to control but Demento postures up.
Nice strikes from Demento there.
Kennedy wants to improve his position but Demento is controlling well.
Demento passes to full mount!
Kennedy wants to hold on but Demento pushes him away.
Kennedy is desperately trying to improve his position but Demento has a good base and remains in mount.
Demento lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Demento looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here. #T4#
Kennedy regains half guard.
Kennedy is looking to get back to full guard here but Demento has managed to pass to side control instead.
We've been informed that Demento has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Kennedy manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Demento is looking for a sweep. Kennedy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kennedy thows a huge punch but Demento dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Kennedy is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kennedy is trying to control the action in half guard but Demento is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kennedy throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Demento to regain full guard.
Kennedy trying to control the position from guard on top but Demento is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Damien Demento 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##TD2#
Demento looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kennedy!
Kennedy wants to control but Demento postures up.
Demento scoring with punches from side control.
Kennedy is not content to let Demento control the position.
Demento has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy struggling a bit here.
Kennedy is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Demento cracks Kennedy with a big right hand but Kennedy just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Demento working the body and head with strikes.
Kennedy sneaks back into half guard.
Demento wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kennedy keeps working.
Kennedy makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kennedy.#SUB#
Kennedy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Demento keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kennedy's head.#SUB#
Demento is posturing up here but Kennedy has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Demento tries to roll out but it's too tight and Demento has to tap! Slick submission there by Kennedy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Steven Kennedy!
Steven Kennedy seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: IFC XVI
Date: Sep 16, 2017

#R1#
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tskhadaia moves away.
The fighters circling - Tskhadaia throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL#
Tskhadaia gets a clinch.
Kennedy jumps guard but Tskhadaia stands there with Kennedy around his waist. Kennedy gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Tskhadaia content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Kennedy fails to pull guard. #TD#
Tskhadaia turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Kennedy regains half guard.
Kennedy is looking to control Tskhadaia's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kennedy avoid being mounted?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tskhadaia sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1#
Kennedy blocking the ground and pound attempt from Tskhadaia.
Tskhadaia stalling. #SUB2#
Kennedy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Tskhadaia is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kennedy is trying to get back to full guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Tskhadaia lands a nice short elbow.
Kennedy looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tskhadaia perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Tskhadaia circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kennedy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
As Kennedy tries to get set, Tskhadaia tries to push him back and clinch up but Kennedy manages to avoid the attempt.
Tskhadaia misses with a low kick. #TD#
Tskhadaia drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Kennedy has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tskhadaia is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Kennedy.
Kennedy wants to control but Tskhadaia postures up.
Kennedy is trying to escape the position but Tskhadaia is controlling the position.
Kennedy tries to improve position but can't. #T4#
Kennedy is still trying to improve position.
You can see the frustration on Kennedy's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Tskhadaia controlling the position from side mount.
Kennedy tries to buck Tskhadaia off but Tskhadaia is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tskhadaia controlling the position from side mount.
Tskhadaia'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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eldar Tskhadaia dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Tskhadaia lunges at Kennedy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kennedy's hand.
Tskhadaia uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kennedy.
Tskhadaia connects with a right hand. Kennedy shakes it off.
Tskhadaia fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tskhadaia bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tskhadaia changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A clash of legs there as Kennedy blocks the low kick.
Kennedy raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#TD#
Tskhadaia closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Tskhadaia lands in his opponent's guard.
Kennedy bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tskhadaia's guard. #REVB#
Kennedy landing some decent shots from guard.
Kennedy wants to control from the top but Tskhadaia keeps moving. #T1##SUB2#
Kennedy drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Tskhadaia dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Tskhadaia controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Kennedy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tskhadaia doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tskhadaia manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kennedy has a closed guard, preventing Tskhadaia from standing up.
Tskhadaia controls from within his opponent's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Kennedy has his foot on Tskhadaia's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tskhadaia works his way back into a safe position though.
Tskhadaia is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Tskhadaia got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kennedy has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tskhadaia has managed to get both his arms back between Kennedy's legs - danger averted.
Tskhadaia slips nicely into half guard.
Kennedy taking some punishment here, with Tskhadaia in his half guard.
Kennedy is looking for a sweep. Tskhadaia is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Kennedy trying to hold on to Tskhadaia's head to control him but Tskhadaia postures up. #SUB2#
Kennedy looking for submissions off his back.
Tskhadaia lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Tskhadaia with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Kennedy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tskhadaia pulls his head out easily.
Tskhadaia content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Kennedy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Kennedy actively working from the bottom here.
Kennedy trying to control but Tskhadaia postures up.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Kennedy slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Tskhadaia seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tskhadaia lands a couple of digs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eldar Tskhadaia dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Kennedy takes one on the button.
Kennedy shoots in and drives through. Tskhadaia sprawls well.
Tskhadaia slaps away a takedown attempt from Kennedy, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD#
Tskhadaia closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Kennedy's guard.
Tskhadaia controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Tskhadaia got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kennedy has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tskhadaia has managed to get both his arms back between Kennedy's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tskhadaia engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Kennedy controls Tskhadaia momentarily but Tskhadaia frees himself.
Tskhadaia is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tskhadaia is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?
Tskhadaia tries for a takedown but Kennedy sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Kennedy tries to move into range but Tskhadaia moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CL#
Tskhadaia has Kennedy up against the cage in a clinch.
Tskhadaia looking for a takedown. #T2#
Kennedy tries to break free but Tskhadaia pushes him back against the cage.
Tskhadaia is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Kennedy misses with a punch to the body. #TD2#
Kennedy pulls Tskhadaia into guard. #SUB2#
Tskhadaia got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kennedy has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tskhadaia has managed to get both his arms back between Kennedy's legs - danger averted.
Tskhadaia is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tskhadaia has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Tskhadaia seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kennedy for as long as he can get away with.#T3##SUB2#
Kennedy has his foot on Tskhadaia's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tskhadaia works his way back into a safe position though.
Kennedy 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.
Tskhadaia sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Tskhadaia has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kennedy wants to sweep but no luck.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Kennedy is looking for a triangle but Tskhadaia pushes his legs off easily.
Tskhadaia looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Eldar Tskhadaia is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#TD#
Tskhadaia drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kennedy seems a little lost for a moment, as Tskhadaia dominates the positioning.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

And that's the end of the fight!
Eldar Tskhadaia showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tskhadaia has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eldar Tskhadaia!

Event: IFC XIII
Date: Aug 26, 2017

#R1#
Kennedy wants to clinch up but Walcott keeps it at a distance.
Walcott checks a low kick from Kennedy.
Kennedy misses with a low kick.
Kennedy has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Walcott fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kennedy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Walcott half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A low kick from Kennedy misses
and Walcott counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kennedy tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Walcott makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walcott connects with a body shot.
Walcott cracks Kennedy with an open hand slap.
Kennedy throws a wild body kick that Walcott sees coming a mile off.
Kennedy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Walcott half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Walcott uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kennedy.
Walcott tries to counter with a takedown but Kennedy is quick to defend against it.#T1#
Walcott connects with a single shot there.
Walcott digs a good body shot into Kennedy's ribs.
Walcott moves out of range as Kennedy strikes.
Walcott half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Walcott misses with a few strikes there.
We've been told by Walcott's head coaches at Crapollas Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Walcott lands a jab.
Kennedy fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Walcott half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kennedy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kennedy needs to keep his hands up - Walcott had a free shot at his head there.
Walcott takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kennedy throws an overhand right that lands on Walcott's shoulder, as Walcott tries to avoid the shot.
Walcott uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kennedy.
Walcott feinted with a counter takedown.#T2#
Kennedy lands with a thumping leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Walcott uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kennedy.
Tommy Walcott is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kennedy on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kennedy tries to clinch but Walcott moves out of range.
Kennedy misses with a low kick.
Walcott avoids the body shot from Kennedy.
Walcott digs a good body shot into Kennedy's ribs.
Nice body punch from Walcott.
Walcott moves away from the strike by Kennedy.
Walcott scores with a nice head shot.
Nice cross by Walcott.
Walcott lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Some wild striking there from Walcott. #T3##TD2#
Kennedy dives in and scores a takedown into Walcott's guard.
Kennedy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Walcott looking to control.
Walcott pulls Kennedy in close to his closed guard and prevents Kennedy from doing any damage or advancing position.
Kennedy trying to control the position from guard on top but Walcott is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kennedy stays in close to Walcott's body and controls the position.
Kennedy's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Walcott controls Kennedy momentarily but Kennedy frees himself. #T4#
Walcott being controlled here, momentarily.
Kennedy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Walcott swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kennedy sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Kennedy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kennedy shoots in and drives through. Walcott sprawls well.
Walcott half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kennedy shoots for a double leg takedown but Walcott sprawls well. He's pushed Kennedy's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Tommy Walcott has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.
Kennedy lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tommy Walcott dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Walcott changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Walcott moves out of range as Kennedy strikes.
Kennedy throws a predictable looking body shot
and Walcott counters with a straight right hand.
Kennedy tries to clinch there but Walcott circles away.
Walcott half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kennedy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Walcott moves out of range as Kennedy throws a body kick.
Walcott listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kennedy is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Walcott.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kennedy or perhaps it was just good defense by Walcott, which made it look bad.
Tommy Walcott is winning the standup battle so far.
Walcott avoids a kick to the body.
Walcott with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kennedy drops his hands momentarily and Walcott takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T1#
Walcott steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kennedy.
A left and a right from Walcott both land. Nice combination.
Kennedy takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kennedy tries to bum rush Walcott with a series of wild strikes but Walcott uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Walcott ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Walcott throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kennedy.
Walcott scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kennedy throws a wild body kick that Walcott sees coming a mile off.
Walcott is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?
Walcott lands with a cross.
Walcott cracks Kennedy with a good jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Walcott lands with a good body shot.
Walcott scores with a nice right hand. #T2#
Walcott connects with a single shot there.
Walcott cracks Kennedy with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Walcott scores with a shot to the body.
Kennedy misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jab from Walcott.
Walcott cracks Kennedy with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kennedy wants to clinch
letting Walcott counter with a right hand.
Kennedy has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kennedy there as he acknowledges the shot.
Walcott changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kennedy misses with a looping right.
Kennedy misses with a kick to the body
and Kennedy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Walcott closes the distance and lands a one-two.#ROC#
Kennedy is rocked!
Steven Kennedy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Walcott connects with a combination that backs up Kennedy into the cage. Walcott lands a flurry of punches that gets past Kennedy's guard. Kennedy is down and the referee has seen enough. It is all over! Walcott bursts into tears - this win obviously means a huge amount to him.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tommy Walcott!
Tommy Walcott made sure to mention his sponsor, IniTech Nutrition in his post fight interview.

Event: IFC X
Date: Aug 05, 2017

#R1#
Choo takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Kennedy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kennedy definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Mew Choo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Choo's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kennedy under the eye.
Choo's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kennedy under the eye.
Choo jabs Kennedy right on the nose. Kennedy blinks but takes it well.
Choo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kennedy.
Choo shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kennedy defends it nicely.
Choo avoids a kick to the body.
Choo has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Choo paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Choo falls off balance throwing a combination
and Kennedy counters with a body kick that stops Choo in his tracks momentarily. #TD#
Choo gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Kennedy to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Kennedy passes Choo's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T1#
Kennedy is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Choo wants to control but Kennedy passes into side.
Kennedy postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Choo struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Kennedy tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kennedy has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Kennedy tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kennedy has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Kennedy controls the position from side control.#T2#
Kennedy working the ground and pound from side control.
Kennedy takes a little break here. Choo wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Choo tries to improve position but can't.
Kennedy landing strikes.
You can see the frustration on Choo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kennedy is staying tight to Choo's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Choo wants to control but Kennedy postures up.#SUB#
Kennedy is trying to get an arm triangle but Choo is defending well. #T3##SUB#
Kennedy is trying to get an arm triangle but Choo is defending well.
Choo stops Kennedy from passing to mount.
Choo is trying to get back to half guard.
Kennedy lands an elbow.
Choo manages to work his way to half guard, despite Kennedy's best efforts.
Kennedy passes to side control.
Kennedy has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Choo!
Kennedy controlling the pace for now. #T4#
Kennedy unloading with bombs!
Kennedy trying to control but Choo is having none of it.
Kennedy content just to control the position here.
Choo tries to hold on but Kennedy pushes him away. #SUB#
Kennedy looking to secure an arm triangle but Choo defends it well.
Choo wants to hold on but Kennedy pushes him away.
Kennedy trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kennedy controlling from the full mount.
Choo can't escape the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Steven Kennedy dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Kennedy throws a sloppy head kick and Choo moves out of range easily.
Choo misses the jab.
Kennedy throws a big counter combination but Choo scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD#
Choo gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Kennedy to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SUB2#
Choo has his feet on Kennedy's thighs here. He's pushed Kennedy off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Kennedy screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mew Choo!
Mew Choo is the new super heavyweight champion!
After the big win, Mew Choo made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors IniTech Nutrition and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: IFC IIX
Date: Jul 22, 2017

#R1##KD#
Hughes drops Kennedy with a right and a left! Hughes comes rushing in but Kennedy regains his composure and manages to keep Hughes in guard. #CUT#
It looks like Steven Kennedy has been cut.
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.
Kennedy bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hughes's guard. #REVB##SUB2#
Kennedy drops back looking for a leg! Hughes is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Hughes manages to kick Kennedy off! Kennedy jumps back into Hughes's guard.
Hughes keeping moving, preventing Kennedy from controlling successfully.
Hughes being controlled here, momentarily.
Hughes utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hughes knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kennedy on the ground.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kennedy's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kennedy pushes down on Hughes's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Kennedy is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T1#
My spies in Crapollas Gym inform me that Kennedy has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hughes tries to roll over but Kennedy keeps him under control.
Kennedy not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kennedy is looking to take a break and control but Hughes is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kennedy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kennedy moves into full mount! Hughes won't be happy about that!
The referee warns Hughes that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Kennedy landing strikes from the mount.
Kennedy fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there! #T2#
Hughes is looking to improve his position but Kennedy isn't that keen on the idea.
Kennedy avoids the attempt from Hughes to control.
Kennedy breaks from Hughes's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Kennedy landing shots from mount.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kennedy raining down hammerfists from mount.#SUB2#
Kennedy has control of Hughes's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Hughes regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Kennedy looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here. #T3#
Kennedy landing strikes, looking to finish!
Hughes is working to get back to half guard.
Kennedy trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Kennedy working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Kennedy punishing his opponent with strikes.
Hughes tries to hold on but Kennedy postures up.
Kennedy looking to control but Hughes is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Kennedy working for a submission but Hughes is keeping him at bay.
Hughes is squirming around, avoiding Kennedy's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Hughes can't escape the position.
Hughes is working hard here to advance position.
Kennedy trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kennedy avoids the attempt from Hughes to control.
Kennedy punishing his opponent with strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kennedy wants to control the pace but Hughes is squirming around nicely.
Hughes taking shots to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Steven Kennedy dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Steven Kennedy's cut.
That's time! Hughes's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Hughes tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Donk. Kennedy catches Hughes right on the button with a cross.#CUT2#
It looks like Ricky Hughes has been cut.
Kennedy scoring well with a low kick there.
Hughes lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Hughes lands a leg kick that knocks Kennedy off balance momentarily.
Kennedy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hughes dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice body punch from Hughes.
Hughes ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kennedy misses with a leg kick.
Hughes walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#ROC2#
Hughes is rocked!#CL2#
Hughes tries to keep at a distance but Kennedy has taken the fight into the clinch.
Oh Hughes is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#TD2#
Kennedy jumps guard and drags Hughes to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Hughes seems to have got his legs back now.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hughes has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Kennedy is proving hard to escape from. #SUB2#
Kennedy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hughes gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hughes has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Hughes controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hughes stopping the sweep attempt from Kennedy.#SUB2#
Kennedy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hughes doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hughes manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Kennedy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hughes doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Kennedy is tightening it up a little... Hughes has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Hughes reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Hughes taps out! Nice BJJ there by Kennedy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Steven Kennedy!
Steven Kennedy is the new super heavyweight champion!
Steven Kennedy decided to call for a title shot in his post fight interview, which was very strange given the fact this fight was for a title and he's already the champion. I guess that's what getting punched in the head does for you.

Event: IFC VII
Date: Jul 15, 2017

#R1#
Malakian cracks the inside of Kennedy's front leg.
Malakian misses with an uppercut.
Malakian works Kennedy's body with a nice hook.
Kennedy throws an overhand right that lands on Malakian's shoulder, as Malakian tries to avoid the shot.
Kennedy looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kennedy tries to score with a low kick but Malakian moves his leg out of the way.
Kennedy looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Malakian lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CL2#
Kennedy has managed to clinch.
Kennedy working aggressively here.
Malakian tries to break the clinch but Kennedy is controlling the position. #BC2#
Kennedy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Donk. Malakian catches Kennedy right on the button with a cross.
Malakian fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kennedy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Malakian, right into the meat. #T1##TD2#
Kennedy drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Kennedy passes into half guard.
Malakian pushes Kennedy off looking to stand but Kennedy dives back in and keeps control.
Kennedy throwing shots but Malakian is blocking nicely.
Kennedy takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Still in half guard, Kennedy seems content to control.
Kennedy works his foot free and advances to mount.
Kennedy content just to control the position here. #SUB2#
Kennedy wants to finish this one by submission but Malakian is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Kennedy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB2#
Kennedy working for a guillotine from mount but Malakian is in no mood to give up.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Kennedy is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Malakian is surviving well by controlling Kennedy's body position as best he can.
Kennedy looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Kennedy thowing shots but they're missing.
Kennedy controlling his opponent. #SUB2#
Kennedy quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Kennedy but it's paid off an Malakian is forced to tap! Nice work by Kennedy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Steven Kennedy!
A pretty intense looking Steven Kennedy took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.

Event: IFC IV
Date: Jun 24, 2017

#R1#
John takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Kennedy bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A good leg kick by Kennedy.
John tries a head kick but it misses.
A shot to the liver by Kennedy. Beautiful body shot.
Kennedy explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
John tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
John blocks a head kick by Kennedy.
A good leg kick by Kennedy.
John tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kennedy quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
John uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kennedy. #TD#
Kennedy scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Kennedy definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kennedy wants to lay and pray for a moment but John keeps working.
John is pushing Kennedy's head away, looking to escape. Kennedy manages to hold on to the position though.
Kennedy is looking to take a break and control but John is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Kennedy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Kennedy wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by John, who protects the arm well.
John is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Kennedy is controlling him well.#SUB#
Kennedy tries for a kimura but John is defending well.
John is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB#
Kennedy working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kennedy prevents John from escaping the position.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
You can see the frustration on John's face as Kennedy controls the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
John wants to get back to his feet but Kennedy drags him back down.
Kennedy throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#SUB#
Kennedy is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, John has escaped the position, nice work there.
John wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Kennedy is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. John knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Kennedy trying to control the action but John is working from the bottom. #T3#
John tries to escape but Kennedy is in control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#ES2#
John throws Kennedy to one side and escapes!
A head kick misses from John.
Kennedy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
John tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
John misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kennedy fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
John takes a kick to the side of the head.#CUT#
It looks like Alan John has been cut.#CL#
Kennedy has John up against the cage in a clinch.
Kennedy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
John looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Kennedy trying to stall but John improves his position. #T4#
A frustrated look appears on John's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Kennedy prevents John from breaking the clinch.
John wants to break the clinch but can't. #TD#
Kennedy drags the fight down to the ground.
John is looking to stand up but Kennedy won't let him.
John wants to stand and escape but instead Kennedy has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kennedy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. John is keeping the position for now.
Kennedy is looking to work some ground and pound but John has wrist control.
Kennedy lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
John wants to stand but Kennedy is controlling the position.
John keeping moving, preventing Kennedy from controlling successfully.
John is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Steven Kennedy dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alan John's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Kennedy throws a head kick that John semi-blocks.
John throws a head kick that misses.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kennedy.
John moves out of range as Kennedy throws a body kick.
Steven Kennedy is winning the standup battle so far.
Kennedy avoids the head kick by John.
John tries a head kick but it misses.
John throws a lazy head kick
and Kennedy counters with a body kick.
John throws a head kick that misses
and Kennedy counters with a nice low kick that buckles John's knee momentarily.
Kennedy blocks a head kick by John.
John tries a head kick but it misses.
Kennedy half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kennedy blocks a head kick by John.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kennedy cracks the inside of John's front leg.
John is breathing heavily.
Kennedy blocks a head kick by John.
Kennedy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice body kick there by Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a quick head kick that skims the top of John's head.
John tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T1##TD#
Kennedy drives through with a takedown into John's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB#
Kennedy thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Kennedy sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed John's guard.
Kennedy 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.
Kennedy is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kennedy prevents John from standing back up.
Kennedy uses his free foot to push down on John's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for John.
Kennedy with a couple of short strikes.#SUB#
Kennedy is working for a guillotine from mount but John frees his head quite easily.
Kennedy lands a big elbow.
Kennedy can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as John is looking to escape.
John wants to get back to his feet. #T2#
Kennedy tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kennedy trying to control but John is having none of it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kennedy won't let John get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
John is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Kennedy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that John can do to turn this around?
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Kennedy cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
John really wants to buck Kennedy off and get back to his feet.
Kennedy pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Kennedy lands a couple of good shots and John has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Kennedy scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. John is looking for a way out. #CUT#
That has opened up Alan John's cut even more.#T3##SUB#
John is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Kennedy gets his way! #SUB#
Kennedy has his arm under John's chin here. Game over son! Kennedy squeezes tightly and John is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Steven Kennedy!

Event: IFC II
Date: Jun 10, 2017

#R1#
A leg kick checked by Kostolomac.
A head kick misses from Kennedy.
Kennedy misses with a telegraphed body shot #KD#
and Kostolomac counters with a crisp one two that drops Kennedy! Kostolomac thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Kennedy to his feet! Kennedy is in big trouble!
Kostolomac cracks Kennedy on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Kennedy falls backwards against the cage. Kostolomac follows up with more strikes that drop Kennedy to his knees. Kostolomac keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Kennedy! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pero Kostolomac!

Event: IFC I
Date: Jun 03, 2017

#R1#
Kennedy works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kennedy stuffs the takedown.
Sloppy strikes from Jong Un. Those never looked like landing. #TD#
Kennedy shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Jong Un felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Kennedy works his way into side control.
Jong Un looking for a sweep but Kennedy has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Kennedy content just to control the position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jong Un really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T1#
Kennedy working the ground and pound effectively.
Jong Un is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Kennedy trying to control but Jong Un is having none of it.
Jong Un really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Kennedy postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Jong Un looks a forlorn figure. #T2#
Kennedy lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Jong Un is desperately trying to improve his position but Kennedy has a good base and remains in mount.
Kennedy has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Kennedy wants to control the pace but Jong Un is squirming around nicely.
Kennedy connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Jong Un is looking to improve his position but Kennedy isn't that keen on the idea.
Jong Un taking shots to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SU#
Kennedy stands up from mount. Strange move. #T3#
Jong Un shoots for a double leg takedown but Kennedy sprawls well. He's pushed Jong Un's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Jong Un throws a leg kick #TD#
and Kennedy counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #ROC#
Jong Un is rocked!
Kennedy passes to full mount!
Jong Un is still in real trouble! Can Kennedy finish him?
Kennedy drops a big elbow. That's hurt Jong Un! More shots from Kennedy and the ref steps in! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Steven Kennedy!

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