Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: NJMMA 64
Date: Jul 21, 2018

#R1#
Nice uppercut lands for Sitsongrit. That snapped The Blitz's head back.
Sitsongrit throws a shot from downtown. The Blitz moves away and avoids it.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Sitsongrit - that will leave a mark!
Sitsongrit misses with a leg kick #TD#
and The Blitz counters with a nice double leg into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Sitsongrit is trying to keep The Blitz in close.
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.
The Blitz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sitsongrit trying to control the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
The Blitz preventing the sweep.
Sitsongrit keeping moving, preventing The Blitz from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit is wriggling around but The Blitz manages to pass to half guard. #SUB#
The Blitz is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Sitsongrit wants to control but The Blitz is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1##SUB#
The Blitz is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Sitsongrit looks like he's trying to stand up.
Sitsongrit is looking to improve his position.
Sitsongrit is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The Blitz is controlling the pace.
Sitsongrit trying to control from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
The Blitz prevents Sitsongrit from standing back up.
Sitsongrit is trying to maintain the position but The Blitz is very close to passing his half guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
The Blitz works his way into full mount! #SUB#
The Blitz looking for a guillotine from mount but Sitsongrit is having none of it.
Sitsongrit really doesn't want to stay on the ground with The Blitz. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Sitsongrit regains half guard.
Sitsongrit is trying to stand back up but The Blitz is controlling him
Sitsongrit is not content to let The Blitz control the position.
Sitsongrit keeping hold of The Blitz's head, controlling as best he can. #T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
The Blitz wants to take a breather but Sitsongrit is having none of it.
The Blitz prevents Sitsongrit from standing back up.
Sitsongrit tries to get to full guard but The Blitz has control of the leg.
Sitsongrit wants to control but The Blitz is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Sitsongrit wants to get back to full guard.
The Blitz wants to free his trapped foot but Sitsongrit is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sitsongrit wants to control but The Blitz is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The Blitz looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Sitsongrit wants to get back to his feet. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sitsongrit connects with the punch.
No luck for The Blitz with that takedown attempt.
Sitsongrit moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
The Blitz takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
The Blitz checks a leg kick.
The Blitz changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A decent looking cross lands there for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice right hand.
Sitsongrit lands a jab to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Petdee Sitsongrit dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Sitsongrit clobbers The Blitz with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sitsongrit has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The Blitz on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sitsongrit tries to land a body kick#TD#
and The Blitz counters with a shoot takedown. Sitsongrit fights it but they end up in guard.
Sitsongrit is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and The Blitz dives into side control. #REVB#
The Blitz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sitsongrit keeps working.
The Blitz advances to full mount.
The Blitz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Sitsongrit is squirming around, avoiding The Blitz's attempts to control the action. #T1#
Sitsongrit is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Sitsongrit tries to hold on but The Blitz pushes him away.
The Blitz trying to control but Sitsongrit is having none of it.
Sitsongrit is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB#
The Blitz looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#T2#
Sitsongrit tries to reverse the position but The Blitz maintains control.
Sitsongrit just holding on.#SUB#
The Blitz jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Sitsongrit manages to avoid the submission attempt.
The Blitz trying to control the position but Sitsongrit is working away.
Jose The Blitz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sitsongrit is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Sitsongrit is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the ropes but The Blitz has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T3#
Sitsongrit is looking for a sweep.
The Blitz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sitsongrit keeps working.
Sitsongrit is trying to control The Blitz's posture but The Blitz avoids it.
Sitsongrit is looking to reverse the position.
Sitsongrit is trying to control The Blitz's posture but The Blitz avoids it.
Sitsongrit might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control The Blitz haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Sitsongrit is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on The Blitz's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
The Blitz slows the pace down in half guard.
The Blitz is keen to just control but Sitsongrit is a slippery customer.
The Blitz uses his free foot to push down on Sitsongrit's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries to hold on but The Blitz postures up.
Sitsongrit is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but The Blitz is staying active.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The Blitz looking to control but Sitsongrit is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jose The Blitz dominated that second round.
That's time! The Blitz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Sitsongrit throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick which misses The Blitz's front leg but catches the back leg as The Blitz tries to avoid it.
The Blitz fails with a takedown attempt.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! The Blitz crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Sitsongrit - the referee stops the clock and The Blitz gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Sitsongrit. The Blitz manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Blitz goes for a double leg but Sitsongrit avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Sitsongrit continues to drive forward.
Sitsongrit lands a nice hook to The Blitz's body. The Blitz takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
An inside leg kick lands from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit slaps away a takedown attempt from The Blitz, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jose The Blitz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The Blitz misses with a leg kick
and Sitsongrit counters with a good low kick that The Blitz was not able to check.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick #TD#
and The Blitz counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The Blitz stands and throws Sitsongrit's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Sitsongrit is not content to let The Blitz control the position.
Sitsongrit can't do much from the bottom here.
Sitsongrit is trying to improve his position.#T2##SUB#
The Blitz tries for a kimura but Sitsongrit is defending well. #SUB#
The Blitz tries for a kimura but Sitsongrit is defending well.
Sitsongrit is trying to control The Blitz's posture but The Blitz avoids it.
Sitsongrit is looking to get back to his feet here but The Blitz is keeping cool and he's managed to take Sitsongrit's back.#SUB#
Sitsongrit showing good submission defense here. #T3#
Sitsongrit is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Sitsongrit tries to break free.
Sitsongrit trying to control the action but The Blitz just sinks the hooks in.
Sitsongrit prevents The Blitz from getting a body triangle.
Sitsongrit is trying to stand back up.
Sitsongrit trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #ES2#
Sitsongrit is trying escape back to his feet. He turns into his opponent's guard and eventually finds his way back to his feet. #T4#
Sitsongrit lands a really nice looking cross but The Blitz seems unphased.
Petdee Sitsongrit seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The Blitz takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL2#
Sitsongrit takes the fight into the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Sitsongrit creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The Blitz prevents a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
The Blitz tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Sitsongrit avoids it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The Blitz misses with a body punch.
Sitsongrit lands with a short shot to the head.
Sitsongrit lands a right hand.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sitsongrit.

And that's the end of the fight!
Petdee Sitsongrit comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Sitsongrit 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Petdee Sitsongrit!
Petdee Sitsongrit spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: NJMMA 59
Date: Jun 09, 2018

#R1#
Scharf swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by The Blitz.
Scharf sizes up The Blitz with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #TD#
The Blitz closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Scharf did well to prevent The Blitz getting side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scharf tries to roll over but The Blitz keeps him under control.#SUB#
The Blitz is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Scharf defends it well.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Scharf can do anything to dispel that myth.
The Blitz slows the pace down in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
The Blitz uses his free foot to push down on Scharf's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Scharf. #SUB#
The Blitz working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
The Blitz looking to control and managing it successfully.
The Blitz moves to the back position. #SUB#
The Blitz patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
The Blitz keeps control of the position easily here as Scharf tries to buck him off. #T2##SUB#
The Blitz is working for a rear naked choke. Scharf is not defending it well and The Blitz has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Scharf refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Scharf's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jose The Blitz!
Jose The Blitz spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: NJMMA Friday Night Fights 2
Date: May 18, 2018

#R1#
Knox misses with a body shot.
The Blitz misses with a leg kick.
Knox throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and The Blitz counters with a shoot takedown. Knox fights it but they end up in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Knox wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and The Blitz is now in half guard.
The Blitz content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
The Blitz is looking for a kimura here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Knox trying to get back to full guard but The Blitz takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Blitz controlling the pace for now. #T1##SUB#
The Blitz is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Knox to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Knox shrugs it off.
Knox is looking to improve his position but The Blitz isn't that keen on the idea.
The Blitz controlling the position easily from mount.
The Blitz wants to control the pace but Knox is squirming around nicely.
Knox is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, The Blitz has taken his back. #T2#
Knox tries to escape the position. #SUB#
The Blitz looking for the choke but no joy.
The Blitz seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
The Blitz is working for a rear naked choke. Knox is not defending it well and The Blitz has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Knox refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Knox's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jose The Blitz!
Jose The Blitz 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: NJMMA #53
Date: Apr 28, 2018

#R1#
Mayer tries to clinch there but The Blitz circles away. #CL2#
Mayer clinches with his opponent.
Mayer misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mayer struggles to land a body shot inside as The Blitz controls his hands.
The Blitz can't find room to land a body shot as Mayer controls the action.
Mayer lands with a left to the head.
Mayer blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
The Blitz tries for a takedown. No joy.
Mayer throws a head punch that misses.
The Blitz misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Mayer fails to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mayer blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
The Blitz blocks an uppercut.
Mayer prevents a takedown attempt there.
The Blitz blocking some punches. #T1#
The Blitz struggles to land a body shot inside as Mayer controls his hands.
The Blitz misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Mayer.
Mayer presses The Blitz against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
The Blitz tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jose The Blitz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mayer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mayer working aggressively here.
The Blitz has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Mayer avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Mayer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with The Blitz's elbow.
Mayer lands with a right to the head.
Mayer can't find room to land a body shot as The Blitz controls the action.
Mayer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with The Blitz's elbow.
Mayer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The Blitz is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Mayer has a couple of punches blocked by The Blitz.
Mayer lands a body shot.
A nice left hand lands by Mayer. #T2#
Mayer tries to throw a body punch but The Blitz avoids it by throwing Mayer back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Mayer fails to land.
The Blitz is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Mayer is defending well for now.
Mayer misses with the head strike.
The Blitz takes a shot to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by The Blitz.
Mayer misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mayer can't find room to land a body shot as The Blitz controls the action.
Mayer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mayer throws a blind hook that connects with the side of The Blitzs head.
Mayer lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Mayer managing to block the knees to the body from The Blitz.
Still in the clinch, Mayer scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mayer misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by The Blitz. #T3#
The Blitz has Mayer pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Mayer manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Mayer misses with some punches.
The Blitz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mayer tries to throw a body punch but The Blitz avoids it by throwing Mayer back against the cage.
Mayer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with The Blitz's elbow.
Mayer on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Mayer managing to block the knees to the body from The Blitz.
Mayer works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Mayer lands with a light punch inside.
Mayer avoiding damage as The Blitz throws knees to the body.
Mayer scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Good body shot from Mayer. #TD2#
Mayer is trying to trip The Blitz. He has hold of a leg but The Blitz is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Mayer persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Mayer has gone for a leg lock! The Blitz slips out almost immediately though and dives into Mayer's guard.#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The Blitz postures up in Mayer's guard and throws a big left but Mayer blocks it.
The Blitz 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.#T4#
Mayer avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Mayer is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and The Blitz defends well.#SUB2#
Mayer working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. The Blitz doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. The Blitz manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've been hearing good reports from The Blitz'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.
The Blitz distracts Mayer with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Mayer working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. The Blitz doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. The Blitz manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Damen Mayer dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL2#
Mayer forces The Blitz back against the cage and clinches.
The Blitz is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Mayer is defending well.
Mayer doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mayer.
The Blitz tries to work over Mayer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mayer misses with a body punch.
A left hand lands to the body for Mayer.
Mayer throws a punch but it's blocked by The Blitz.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mayer misses with a punch to the body.
The Blitz tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Mayer avoids it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mayer.
The Blitz blocks an uppercut.
The Blitz is working for takedown but Mayer is calmly controlling the position for now.#T1#
The Blitz tries to work over Mayer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mayer misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Mayer on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mayer.
Mayer misses with a hook to the ribs.
The Blitz trying to land knees to the body.
Mayer prevents a body shot from The Blitz.
Mayer doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Damen Mayer seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Mayer tries to throw a body punch but The Blitz avoids it by throwing Mayer back against the cage.
Mayer throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Mayer lands a right hand.
The Blitz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mayer working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The Blitz blocks an uppercut.
The Blitz blocking some punches. #T2#
Mayer tries a body shot but The Blitz blocks it.
Mayer tries a body shot but The Blitz blocks it.
Mayer blocks a body shot from The Blitz.
Mayer lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Mayer managing to block the knees to the body from The Blitz.
Mayer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The Blitz goes for a takedown attempt but Mayer pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jose The Blitz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mayer closes the distance looking to clinch #TD#
and The Blitz counters with a single leg into guard. Mayer didn't expect that. #SUB2#
Mayer working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because The Blitz has passed into half guard!
Mayer is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3##SUB2#
Mayer with the active half guard here but The Blitz passes nicely into side control.
Mayer is trying to improve his position.
Mayer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The Blitz wants to control but Mayer is keeping him busy.
The Blitz is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Mayer will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Mayer is looking to reverse the position.
Mayer gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Mayer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but The Blitz pulls his head out easily.
Mayer has a hand on The Blitz's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. The Blitz takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
The Blitz controlling the position easily from mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mayer is looking to improve his position but The Blitz isn't that keen on the idea.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Damen Mayer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Mayer shoots in but no luck this time.
The Blitz half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
The Blitz swats away the attempt to clinch by Mayer.
The Blitz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Mayer tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but The Blitz paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The Blitz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Mayer has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Mayer avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Mayer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL2#
The Blitz gets tackled into the cage by Mayer. Mayer maintains the clinch.
Mayer doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mayer lands a hook that snaps the head of The Blitz backwards.
The Blitz tries to throw a body punch but Mayer avoids it by throwing The Blitz back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Blitz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mayer can't find room to land a body shot as The Blitz controls the action.
The Blitz blocks an uppercut.
Mayer lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Mayer lands a right hand that snaps the head of The Blitz backwards. #T1#
Mayer misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mayer misses with a short punch on the inside.
The Blitz struggles to land a body shot inside as Mayer controls his hands.
The Blitz is working for takedown but Mayer is calmly controlling the position for now.
Mayer tries to throw a body punch but The Blitz avoids it by throwing Mayer back against the cage.
Mayer scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mayer struggles to land a body shot inside as The Blitz controls his hands.
Mayer tries to work over The Blitz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD#
The Blitz turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Jose The Blitz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Mayer tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but The Blitz wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The Blitz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mayer keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mayer tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but The Blitz presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! #T2#
The Blitz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Mayer is desperately trying to improve his position but The Blitz has a good base and remains in mount.
Mayer is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The Blitz looking to control but Mayer is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Mayer sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T3#
Mayer is looking for a sweep. The Blitz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Mayer with the active half guard here but The Blitz passes nicely into side control.
The Blitz is putting a hurting on Mayer here, landing some big shots from side control.
Mayer is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
The Blitz tries to move into full mount but can't pass Mayer's legs.
Mayer tries to buck The Blitz off but The Blitz is having none of it.#T4#
The Blitz just content to control the position.
Mayer is trying to get back to half guard.
The Blitz gets to mount! Mayer was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
The Blitz is landing with some decent strikes but Mayer is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mayer is trying to escape the mount.
The Blitz fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jose The Blitz clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
The Blitz gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Mayer.#CL2#
Mayer clinches up with The Blitz and pushes him back against the cage.
Mayer misses with a hook to the ribs.
The Blitz blocking some punches.
The Blitz tries a body shot but Mayer blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by The Blitz.
Mayer swings wildly with an uppercut but The Blitz uses good head movement to avoid it.
The Blitz blocking some punches.
Mayer tries to work over The Blitz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mayer lands an uppercut.
Mayer misses with a punch to the body.
The Blitz has Mayer pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Mayer manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
The Blitz tries to throw a body punch but Mayer avoids it by throwing The Blitz back against the cage. #T1#
Still in the clinch, Mayer scores with a nice short uppercut.
The Blitz prevents a body shot from Mayer.
Mayer tries a body shot but The Blitz blocks it.
Mayer working aggressively here.
The Blitz has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Mayer is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Mayer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mayer tries to work over The Blitz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short left from Mayer.
Mayer misses with a body punch.
Mayer lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down The Blitz.#TD#
Mayer is fighting off a takedown attempt but The Blitz is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Mayer to the mat. Mayer regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB2#
Mayer throws his legs up looking for a submission but The Blitz uses it to pass to side control.
Mayer is looking to regain half guard here but The Blitz keeps moving and retains side control. #T2#
Mayer is still trying to improve position.
Mayer keeps trying to improve his position.
The Blitz is looking to take a break and control but Mayer is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Mayer tries to buck The Blitz off but The Blitz is having none of it.
The Blitz working the head and body with strikes. #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.
Mayer is not content to let The Blitz control the position.
Mayer sneaks back into half guard.
Mayer wants to get back to full guard but The Blitz has mounted him!
The Blitz tries to control but Mayer wriggling away.
The Blitz scores with a couple of good head shots there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mayer is looking to get to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Damen Mayer dominated that fourth round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5##CL#
The Blitz closes the distance and clinches.
Mayer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mayer misses with a punch to the body.
Mayer lands a left hand.
The Blitz tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Mayer avoids it.
The Blitz prevents a body shot from Mayer.
Mayer lands a shoulder strike.
The Blitz has Mayer pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Mayer manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mayer can't find room to land a body shot as The Blitz controls the action.
The Blitz can't find room to land a body shot as Mayer controls the action.
Mayer lands a body punch in the clinch.
Mayer lands a hook to the side of the head.
The Blitz blocks a body shot from Mayer. #T1#
The Blitz is looking to take this one to the mat.
The Blitz blocking some punches.
The Blitz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mayer misses with a punch to the body.
Mayer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mayer tries to work over The Blitz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mayer misses with a body punch.
Mayer stops a takedown attempt from The Blitz.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jose The Blitz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mayer tries a body shot but The Blitz blocks it.
Mayer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mayer struggles to land a body shot inside as The Blitz controls his hands.
Mayer throws a head punch that misses.
The Blitz is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Mayer is defending well for now.
Jose The Blitz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Mayer swings wildly with an uppercut but The Blitz uses good head movement to avoid it.
A left hand lands to the body for Mayer. #TD#
The Blitz has Mayer pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. The Blitz pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Mayer tumbling to the mat - The Blitz dives into Mayer's guard.#SUB2#
Mayer throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Mayer looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Mayer is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3##SUB2#
Mayer has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. The Blitz 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 Mayer.
Mayer on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Mayer is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Mayer is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
The Blitz tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no The Blitz has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T4#
Mayer tries to bench press The Blitz off him but The Blitz keeps the position.
Mayer regains half guard.#SUB2#
Mayer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The Blitz takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
The Blitz is working for a submission of some sort.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Damen Mayer.
I think Mayer 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 46:49
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 46:49
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Damen Mayer!
Damen Mayer is the new featherweight champion!

Event: NJMMA #50: Mayer v The Blitz
Date: Mar 31, 2018

#R1##CL#
Mayer moves into the clinch successfully.
Mayer has The Blitz pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. The Blitz manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
The Blitz tightens his grip and picks Mayer up, before dumping him to the ground. Mayer manages to land in guard.
Mayer keeping moving, preventing The Blitz from controlling successfully.
My spies in Lovelair Muay Thai/MMA inform me that The Blitz has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Mayer had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. The Blitz defends it easily.
Mayer 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#
The Blitz keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
The Blitz is defending against the submission attempts here by Mayer. #T1#
The Blitz trying to control but Mayer postures up.
The fighters are battling for position here. The Blitz manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Mayer wants to pass the guard but The Blitz is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mayer is fighting to break The Blitz's control of his arms but The Blitz is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Mayer advances position into side control!#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.#SUB#
Mayer is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but The Blitz is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Mayer thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Mayer goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, The Blitz has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Mayer but great work by The Blitz.
The Blitz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mayer keeps working.
Sloppy strikes there by The Blitz.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Mayer tries to buck The Blitz off but The Blitz is having none of it.#T3#
The Blitz cracks Mayer with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Mayer is looking for a sweep.
Mayer looking for a sweep but The Blitz has passed into full mount! Oh no!
The Blitz lands a big shot there that rocks Mayer but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
The referee warns Mayer that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head. #T4#
Mayer is squirming around, avoiding The Blitz's attempts to control the action.
Mayer manages to regain half guard. Good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mayer slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Mayer throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The Blitz is pushing down on Mayer's leg trying to pass to half guard. Mayer is fighting to maintain full guard but The Blitz has managed to sneak the leg through.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jose The Blitz 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##TD#
Mayer decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Mayer 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.
The Blitz tries to roll over but Mayer keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Blitz moves into full guard.
Mayer pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. The Blitz is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Jose The Blitz has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Mayer sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. The Blitz doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Mayer paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from The Blitz - great work!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jose The Blitz!
Jose The Blitz is the new featherweight champion!
Jose The Blitz was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: NJMMA March Madness
Date: Mar 03, 2018

#R1#
Kimchi throws a body punch but The Blitz moves out of range.
The Blitz feinted with a counter takedown.
Kimchi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract The Blitz.
Kimchi lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice shot by Kimchi.
Kimchi misses with the combination.
Kimchi scores with a sloppy right hand. The Blitz should have avoided that one.
Kimchi lands a two punch combo. #CL#
The Blitz gets a clinch.
Kimchi tries to work over The Blitz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kimchi lands a left hand that snaps the head of The Blitz backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kimchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kimchi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of The Blitzs head. #T1##TD#
The Blitz wants the takedown. Kimchi is fighting it off but The Blitz persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Kimchi's guard against the cage.#SUB2#
Kimchi looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! The Blitz has picked Kimchi up and slammed him! Kimchi can't keep hold of the triangle and The Blitz manages to pass to side control!
The Blitz staying calm.
The Blitz advances nicely into full mount.
The referee warns Kimchi that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
The Blitz tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kimchi really doesn't want to stay on the ground with The Blitz. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The Blitz with the ground and pound from mount.
The Blitz 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.
The Blitz can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kimchi is looking to escape.
The Blitz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The Blitz postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Kimchi looks a forlorn figure. #T2#
Kimchi is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The Blitz lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Kimchi hang on?
Kimchi can't escape the position.
Kimchi is squirming around, avoiding The Blitz's attempts to control the action.
Kimchi is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The Blitz lands a big shot there that rocks Kimchi but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
The Blitz content just to control the position here.
The Blitz seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kimchi for as long as he can get away with.
The Blitz tries to control but Kimchi wriggling away.
Kimchi is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Kimchi is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
The Blitz landing strikes from the mount.
Kimchi is bucking up trying to escape but The Blitz cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
The Blitz controlling his opponent.
The Blitz lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
You get the feeling that Kimchi really doesn't like being in this position too much.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've been hearing good reports from The Blitz'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.
The Blitz landing punches.
Kimchi is in all sorts of trouble here.
The Blitz looking to control and managing it successfully.
Kimchi is wriggling around trying to escape. #SUB#
The Blitz working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Kimchi looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by The Blitz! Submission of the night perhaps?

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Jose The Blitz!
Jose The Blitz spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
Korean Kimchi spoke after the fight, saying 'This fucking blind referee is friends with the fucking biased judges who are both paid by my PED-using opponent's manager. Fuck them and fuck the haters! What are you looking at asshole? Come at me, I'll mash you like potatoes!! Mommy!! They are threatening me! 😭'.

Event: NJMMA #36: The Blitz v Mayer
Date: Feb 03, 2018

#R1#
A low kick from Mayer misses #TD#
and The Blitz counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by The Blitz. #SUB2#
Mayer is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The Blitz tries to free his leg and advance position but Mayer is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Mayer pushes a forearm under The Blitz's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, The Blitz is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Damen Mayer!

Event: The Island Season 7, 135 lbs, Round 2
Date: Dec 08, 2017

#R1#
The Blitz takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The Blitz slips under a jab from Kent.
The Blitz attempts a counter takedown but Kent avoids it well and moves away.
The Blitz is looking to land body kicks.
Kent looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kent with a jab.
The Blitz blocks a jab.
The Blitz feinted with a counter takedown.
Kent displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from The Blitz.
No luck for The Blitz with that takedown attempt.
Kent is clearly trying to counter these attacks from The Blitz with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice cross by Kent.
The Blitz shoots in and drives through. Kent sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jose The Blitz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The Blitz throws a wild body kick that Kent sees coming a mile off.#T1#
Kent uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Clark Kent seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A nice combination there by Kent. #ROC2#
The Blitz is rocked!
Kent drops The Blitz with a straight left! Oh this is bad for The Blitz! Kent dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Clark Kent!
Clark Kent thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: The Island Season 7, 135 lbs, Round 1
Date: Dec 07, 2017

#R1#
Manson shoots in looking for a takedown but The Blitz manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Manson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
The Blitz definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
No luck for Manson with that takedown attempt.
The Blitz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD#
The Blitz closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Manson's guard.
Manson has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but The Blitz has passed into side control.
Manson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Manson is letting The Blitz control him for a moment.
Manson is looking for a sweep.
The Blitz gets to mount! Manson was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Blitz avoids the attempt from Manson to control.
The Blitz manages to capitalize on a mistake by Manson to take his back!
The Blitz controlling from the back.
The Blitz seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Manson for as long as he can get away with.#T1#
Manson breaks The Blitz's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Manson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The Blitz controlling Manson's posture.
Manson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Manson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Manson won't allow The Blitz to sweep him here.
Manson postures up in The Blitz's guard and throws a big left but The Blitz blocks it. #T2#
The Blitz preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The Blitz is pulling down on Manson's head to control his posture.
Manson wants to control from the top but The Blitz keeps moving.
Manson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Manson postures up in The Blitz's guard and throws a big left but The Blitz blocks it.
Manson is working The Blitz over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Manson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Manson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Manson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. The Blitz is keeping the position for now.
Manson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as The Blitz works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Manson chips away with some ground and pound.
The Blitz lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T3##SUB2#
Manson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. The Blitz is aware though and is defending well.
Manson trying to control the position.
The Blitz controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The Blitz passes Manson's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The Blitz continues to stall.
The Blitz passes to side control. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Manson is trying to work for a sweep but The Blitz has mounted him!
Manson can't escape the position.
Manson sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
The Blitz prevents Manson from improving his position.
Manson wants to get back to full guard but The Blitz has mounted him!
Manson wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Manson preventing the rear naked choke attempt from The Blitz.
The Blitz biding his time, looking for the opening.
Manson is really stuck here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jose The Blitz 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##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by The Blitz.
Manson tries to buck The Blitz off but The Blitz is having none of it.
Manson looks to move to half guard but instead The Blitz has passed into mount! Damn!
The Blitz takes Manson's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Manson is in trouble.
The Blitz has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Manson's body.
More hug and hope from The Blitz.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Blitz controlling well, preventing Manson from escaping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Manson just trying to survive but The Blitz is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T1#
The Blitz biding his time, looking for the opening.
Manson manages to reverse the position and now he's in The Blitz's guard. Nice work there by Manson.
Manson postures up in The Blitz's guard and throws a big left but The Blitz blocks it.
The Blitz has his hands on Manson's head, controlling the position.
The Blitz has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Manson throws an elbow that misses. The Blitz uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Manson's guard. Nice move by The Blitz!#REVR#
The Blitz not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Manson isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. The Blitz stacks Manson 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 The Blitz!#T2#
Manson is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Manson wants to improve his position, back to half guard but The Blitz has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Manson's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Manson is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for The Blitz!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Jose The Blitz!
An out of breath Jose The Blitz thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Last Call for A Beatdown
Date: Nov 29, 2017

#R1#
Island is trying hard to land a takedown here. The Blitz sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL#
The Blitz clinches up with Island and pushes him back against the cage.
Island has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. The Blitz avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Island is trying to pull guard but The Blitz turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Jose The Blitz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mister Island.
Island blocks a body shot from The Blitz.
Island jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as The Blitz walks away with a smile on his face. Island gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
The Blitz definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Island fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#CL#
The Blitz closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Island has The Blitz pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. The Blitz manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
The Blitz tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Island avoids it.
Knees to the body from The Blitz. #T1#
The Blitz missing with knees to the body.
Island blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#TD#
The Blitz is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Island can't fight it off and eventually The Blitz manages to take the fight to the floor. Island looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Island keeping moving, preventing The Blitz from controlling successfully.
Island wants to stand but The Blitz is controlling the position.
Island looking for a sweep. Not yet Island, not yet.
Our spies down at at Ferocious Beast inform us that Island has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
The Blitz trying to control but Island is working from the bottom. #T2#
The Blitz wants to pass the guard but Island is keeping the position.
The Blitz trying to control but Island is working from the bottom.
The Blitz tries to free his leg and advance position but Island is retaining full guard.
The Blitz looking to sit in guard and control but Island gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB2#
Island drops back, looking for a kneebar! The Blitz looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. The Blitz looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from The Blitz! #REVR#
Island is trying to buck The Blitz off.#T3#
The Blitz is looking to take a break and control but Island is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The Blitz landing strikes.
Island is trying to buck The Blitz off.
The Blitz remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Island can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Sloppy strikes there by The Blitz.
You can see the frustration on Island's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Island being controlled for a moment.
What's Island going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jose The Blitz 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##TD#
The Blitz changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Island looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The Blitz working the ground and pound from side control.
The Blitz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Island can do to turn this around?
Island is looking for a sweep.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Island on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island trying to remain calm as The Blitz controls from the top position.
You can see the frustration on Island's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The Blitz fails to land a wild elbow strike. #T1#
Island struggling a bit here.
The Blitz creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Island sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The Blitz has control of an arm but Island manages to advance to The Blitz's back!#SUB2#
Island patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
The Blitz just trying to survive but Island is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB2#
Island is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. The Blitz defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Well, with Island on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before The Blitz is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
The Blitz breaks Island's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Island keeping moving, preventing The Blitz from controlling successfully. #T2#
The Blitz is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The Blitz advances position into side control!
The Blitz trying to control the position but Island is working away.
The Blitz is working Island over with some ground and pound from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The Blitz tries to move to mount but Island blocks the move with his legs. #T3#
The Blitz prevents Island from escaping the position.
The Blitz controlling the position.
Island is not content to let The Blitz control the position.
Island pushes The Blitz away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, The Blitz gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Island struggling a bit here.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Island tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
The Blitz wants to control the pace but Island is squirming around nicely.
The Blitz avoids the attempt from Island to control.
Island is squirming around, avoiding The Blitz's attempts to control the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The Blitz wants to control but instead Island manages to regain half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jose The Blitz dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
The Blitz throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Island fails to land the takedown.
The Blitz tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Island is able to avoid easily.
Island changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Island shoots in looking for a takedown but The Blitz manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Island's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
The Blitz throws a push kick but Island slaps the foot to one side.
The Blitz misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Island decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in The Blitz's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Blitz looking to control.
Island looking to sit in guard and control but The Blitz gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Island is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. The Blitz is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
The Blitz wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving.
Island pulls The Blitz in close to prevent any damage.
The Blitz has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Island avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Island keeping moving, preventing The Blitz from controlling successfully.
Island is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The Blitz stops Island from standing up. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Island keeping moving, preventing The Blitz from controlling successfully.
Island seems keen to control The Blitz's posture.
The Blitz wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving. #SUB2#
Island looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The Blitz wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving. #T3#
Island has his hands on The Blitz's head, controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Island moves out of range of the body kick from The Blitz. #CL#
The Blitz moves into the clinch.
The Blitz misses with a body punch. #TD2#
Island decides to pull guard.
The Blitz trying to control but Island is working from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells The Blitz's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T4#
Island not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The Blitz wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving.
The Blitz with a nice head shot there.
The Blitz wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving. #SUB2#
Island working for submissions but it's allowed The Blitz to get to half guard.
Island is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Jose The Blitz did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4##TD2#
Island fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging The Blitz to the ground. Island is now in The Blitz's guard.
The Blitz keeping moving, preventing Island from controlling successfully.
Island passes The Blitz's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
The Blitz is defending against the submission attempts here by Island. #SUB2#
Island is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Blitz is trying to maintain the position but Island is very close to passing his half guard.#T1##SUB2#
Island is trying to work for a kimura but The Blitz is defending well.
Jose The Blitz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The Blitz wants to control but Island is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The Blitz wants to improve his position but Island is controlling well.
The Blitz holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Island trying to control from half guard but The Blitz is working away. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The Blitz has his hands clasped together around Island's back. He's all about the action.#SUB2#
The Blitz is defending against the submission attempts here by Island.
The Blitz has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Island is working away from the top position though.
Island looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3##SUB2#
Island is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. The Blitz doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Island. #SUB2#
Island 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. #SUB2#
Island is sneakily working for an arm triangle but The Blitz sees it coming and defends easily.#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.
The Blitz has his hands clasped together around Island's back. He's all about the action.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
The Blitz keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Island blocks the body kick.
Island fails with a takedown attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The Blitz throws a leg kick #TD2#
so Island counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB2#
Island drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but The Blitz manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Island has The Blitz in his guard.#REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mister Island dominated that fourth 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. This is the final round!
#R5#
The Blitz slaps away a takedown attempt from Island, before circling back to the center of the mat.
The Blitz tries to counter with a takedown but Island is quick to defend against it.
An inside leg kick from The Blitz misses.
The Blitz defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Island.
Island shoots in looking for a takedown but The Blitz manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Island's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Jose The Blitz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mister Island.
Island tries to score a power double leg takedown but The Blitz sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Island somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
and The Blitz counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Island!
Island is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?#T1#
The Blitz trying to control the action but Island is working from the bottom.
The Blitz remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
The Blitz tries to move into full mount but can't pass Island's legs.
The Blitz trying to control the action but Island is working from the bottom.
Mister Island has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#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.
The Blitz has control of an arm but Island manages to advance to The Blitz's back!
The Blitz is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
The Blitz tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Island prevents The Blitz from getting the reversal.#SUB2#
Island looking to secure an arm triangle but The Blitz defends it well. #SUB2#
Island goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now The Blitz is on top in guard. #T3#
Island has control of The Blitz's left arm, preventing The Blitz from doing any damage.
The Blitz slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB2#
Island is looking for a triangle but The Blitz pushes his legs off easily.
Island is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
The Blitz trying to control but Island is working from the bottom.
The Blitz is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Island is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The Blitz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Island swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The Blitz trying to control the position from guard on top but Island is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The Blitz postures up in Island's guard and throws a big left but Island blocks it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 49:46
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 49:46
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 49:46

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

Event: FF 11: Night of the Succubus
Date: Nov 17, 2017

#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Bell or perhaps it was just good defense by The Blitz, which made it look bad.
The Blitz tries to counter with a takedown but Bell is quick to defend against it.
Bell changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. The Blitz tries to avoid it but Bell manages to keep hold of a leg and drag The Blitz to the ground. The Blitz escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bell checks the leg kick nicely there.
Bell feints the counter takedown.
Bell shoots in looking for a takedown but The Blitz manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bell's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Jose The Blitz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dominique Bell.#CL#
The Blitz rushes Bell and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
The Blitz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
The Blitz misses with a punch to the body.
Bell is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables The Blitz to keep the fight standing.
Bell tries to pull guard but The Blitz holds him up against the cage and eventually Bell drops back down to his feet.
Bell is trying to pull guard but The Blitz has him pressed against the cage.
The Blitz definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bell on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Bell fails to pull guard.
Bell tries to pull guard but The Blitz holds him up against the cage and eventually Bell drops back down to his feet.
Bell jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as The Blitz walks away with a smile on his face. Bell gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
The Blitz pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bell is out of range and The Blitz settles back down. #T1#
Bell tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but The Blitz swivels and escapes.
The Blitz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Bell tries for a takedown but The Blitz sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Bell shoots in but The Blitz avoids the takedown attempt easily.
The Blitz looks for the body kick but Bell saw that one coming.
The Blitz tries to land a front kick but Bell steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#CL#
The Blitz moves into the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from The Blitz.
The Blitz missing with knees to the body.
The Blitz working Bell over with knees to the body.
Bell tries to pull guard but The Blitz holds him up against the cage and eventually Bell drops back down to his feet.
The Blitz misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bell.
Bell managing to block the knees to the body from The Blitz.
Bell taking a breather.
Bell jumps guard but The Blitz turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Bell fails to pull guard. #T2#
The Blitz pushes Bell back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Bell tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. The Blitz smiles and moves away.
Bell closes the distance and clinches up with The Blitz, looking for a takedown. Bell pushes The Blitz against the cage but The Blitz circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
The Blitz stuffs the takedown attempt from Bell. Bell gets slowly back to his feet.
Bell darts in looking for a takedown but The Blitz gets double underhooks and turns Bell into the cage.
The Blitz feinted with a counter takedown.
Bell has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as The Blitz is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Bell shoots for a takedown but The Blitz saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Bell shoots in for a takedown but The Blitz shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
The Blitz attempts a counter takedown but Bell avoids it well and moves away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The Blitz throws a push kick but Bell slaps the foot to one side. #TD#
The Blitz shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bell is trying to defend but The Blitz finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB#
The Blitz seems to be looking for submissions.
The Blitz is thwarting Bell's attempts to control the position.#T3#
Bell controlling the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The Blitz passes the guard and advances to mount!
Bell is squirming around, avoiding The Blitz's attempts to control the action.
Bell is wriggling around trying to escape.
The Blitz controlling the position easily from mount.
Bell is working to get back to half guard. #T4#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The Blitz trying to control but Bell is having none of it.
Bell is trying desperately to improve position.
The Blitz wants to control the pace but Bell is squirming around nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The Blitz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The Blitz postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Bell looks a forlorn figure.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jose The Blitz dominated that round.
That's time! The Blitz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Bell dives in for a single leg takedown but The Blitz sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Bell shoots for a double leg takedown but The Blitz sprawls well. He's pushed Bell's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Bell shoots in for a double leg but The Blitz sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jose The Blitz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dominique Bell.
Bell fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bell misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Dominique Bell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The Blitz throws a leg kick but Bell sees it coming and moves out of range. #CL#
Bell tries to keep at a distance but The Blitz has taken the fight into the clinch.
Bell managing to block the knees to the body from The Blitz.
Bell jumps guard but The Blitz stands there with Bell around his waist. Bell gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Blitz can't find room to land a body shot as Bell controls the action.
Bell avoiding damage as The Blitz throws knees to the body.
Bell jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as The Blitz walks away with a smile on his face. Bell gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
The Blitz throws a wild body kick that Bell sees coming a mile off.#T1#
The Blitz stuffs the takedown.
The Blitz feinted with a counter takedown.
Bell shoots in for a double leg but The Blitz sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
The Blitz changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bell fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bell throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around The Blitz's waist but The Blitz gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bell off to one side.
Bell takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bell is trying hard to land a takedown here. The Blitz sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Bell blocks a low kick nicely.
Bell fails to land the takedown.
Bell shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as The Blitz sprawls well. The Blitz wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bell gets slowly back to his feet.
The Blitz defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bell.
Bell fails with the takedown.
The Blitz tries to work over Bell's front leg with a kick but Bell checks it. #T2#
Bell shoots in for a takedown but The Blitz shows good takedown defense.
The Blitz half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
The Blitz pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bell is out of range and The Blitz settles back down.
The Blitz misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bell fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
The Blitz finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
An inside leg kick from The Blitz misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by The Blitz.
Bell tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but The Blitz defends well and Bell ends up having to push The Blitz into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Bell has his takedown stuffed#TD#
so The Blitz counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The Blitz passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Bell is trying to get back to half guard.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T3#
The Blitz trying to control the action but Bell is working from the bottom.
Bell tries to improve position but can't.
The Blitz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bell keeps working.
Bell tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
The Blitz in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #SUB#
The Blitz tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no The Blitz has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Bell struggling a bit here.
Bell regains half guard.
The Blitz is controlling the pace.
The Blitz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bell can do to turn this around?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bell makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bell.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jose The Blitz dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3##CL#
The Blitz gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Bell jumps guard but The Blitz turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Bell tries to pull guard but The Blitz won't allow it.
Bell tries to pull guard but The Blitz won't allow it.
Jose The Blitz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dominique Bell.
Bell is trying to pull guard but The Blitz turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Bell tries to pull guard but The Blitz won't allow it.
The Blitz can't find room to land a body shot as Bell controls the action.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from The Blitz.
Bell is trying to pull guard but The Blitz turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Bell tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. The Blitz smiles and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bell changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. The Blitz tries to avoid it but Bell manages to keep hold of a leg and drag The Blitz to the ground. The Blitz escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
The Blitz attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #TD#
The Blitz gets the takedown into side control.
Bell takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bell is looking to reverse the position.
The Blitz cracks Bell with a big right hand but Bell just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go. #T1#
Bell is trying to improve his position.
The Blitz cracks Bell with a big right hand but Bell just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Bell is looking for a sweep.
The Blitz connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Bell some visible discomfort.
The Blitz 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 Bell's shoulder. That is not cool.
Bell is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The Blitz taking a breather here.
Bell is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Bell's face as The Blitz controls the position. #T2#
You can see the frustration on Bell's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bell is looking to reverse the position.
The Blitz connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Bell some visible discomfort. #SUB#
The Blitz wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bell, who protects the arm well.
Bell tries to buck The Blitz off but The Blitz is having none of it.
The Blitz trying to control the position but Bell is working away.
Bell is trying to escape the position but The Blitz is controlling the position. #T3#
Bell tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The Blitz is looking to take a break and control but Bell is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bell is looking for a sweep.
The Blitz scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Bell to see if he's OK.
The Blitz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bell keeps working.
Bell is looking to regain half guard here but The Blitz keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
The Blitz controls the position.
Bell is looking for a sweep.
The Blitz trying to control the position but Bell is working away.
The Blitz just content to control the position.
The Blitz trying to control the position but Bell is working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
You can see the frustration on Bell's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bell tries to improve position but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jose The Blitz clearly takes 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.
#R4#
Bell shoots in for a double leg but The Blitz sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
The Blitz throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range. #TD2#
Bell bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
Bell goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, The Blitz rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Bell's guard! Nice work there by The Blitz!
The Blitz trying to control the position from guard on top but Bell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The Blitz is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Blitz has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T1##SUB2#
Bell working for a triangle but The Blitz defends it easily.
Bell is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The Blitz 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. #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.#SUB2#
Bell throws his legs up looking for a submission but The Blitz uses it to pass to side control.
Bell tries to buck The Blitz off but The Blitz is having none of it.
Bell keeps trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Bell's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The Blitz happy to just control the position for now.
Bell is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The Blitz wants to control but Bell is keeping him busy. #T3#
Bell takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Bell is trying to get back to half guard.
Bell is trying to control The Blitz's posture but The Blitz avoids it.
The Blitz moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
The Blitz'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.
Bell is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Bell is still trying to improve position.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
The Blitz lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Bell down. #SUB#
The Blitz working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Bell tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but The Blitz wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Jose The Blitz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bell is trying to escape the position but The Blitz is controlling the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bell tries to bench press The Blitz off him but The Blitz keeps the position.
Bell is trying to control The Blitz's posture but The Blitz avoids it.
The Blitz trying to control the action but Bell is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jose The Blitz had his way with Dominique Bell in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Bell shoots in but no luck this time.
The Blitz attempts a counter takedown but Bell avoids it well and moves away.
The Blitz defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bell.
Bell with a lazy takedown attempt #TD#
and The Blitz counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Jose The Blitz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dominique Bell.
Bell is looking to improve his position.
Bell trying to control from the bottom.
Bell might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control The Blitz haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Bell is in trouble now - The Blitz has advanced to mount!
Bell is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Blitz controlling the position easily from mount.
Bell working to try and regain half guard. #T1#
The Blitz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Bell is trying to escape the mount.
The Blitz lands a heavy elbow.
Bell is squirming around, avoiding The Blitz's attempts to control the action.
Bell tries to improve his position but instead The Blitz has taken his back!
The Blitz is looking to control Bell but Bell is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Bell just trying to survive but The Blitz is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Bell looking very determined here, making life difficult for The Blitz. #T2#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Bell trying to control but not successfully.
Bell is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Bell tries to roll but The Blitz sticks to his back. #T3##SUB#
The Blitz 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, Bell has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - The Blitz's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Bell is trying to break free.
The Blitz tries to keep control of the position but Bell is staying busy.
Bell trying to control the hands but The Blitz won't let him.
The Blitz is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position. #T4#
Bell is trying to break free.
The Blitz is trying to stick to Bell's back but Bell is turning into The Blitz. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in The Blitz's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Bell.
The Blitz is controlling Bell's posture.
Bell trying to control the position from guard on top but The Blitz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The Blitz manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bell manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 50:44
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 50:43
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 50:43

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jose The Blitz!
Jose The Blitz retains his bantamweight title!
Jose The Blitz 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: Dia de los Muertos
Date: Nov 03, 2017

#R1#
Manson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as The Blitz sprawls well. The Blitz wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Manson gets slowly back to his feet.#TD#
The Blitz gets a double leg takedown into Manson's guard.
Manson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Manson is looking for a triangle here but The Blitz uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
The Blitz controls the position from side control.
Manson is trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
The Blitz is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Manson has escaped the position, nice work there.
The Blitz is looking to take a break and control but Manson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
The Blitz working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Manson is looking for a sweep.
The Blitz is looking to take a break and control but Manson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Manson struggling a bit here.
Manson is not content to let The Blitz control the position.
Manson is looking for a sweep.#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#
The Blitz wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Manson, who protects the arm well.
The Blitz trying to control the action but Manson is working from the bottom.
Manson tries to buck The Blitz off but The Blitz is having none of it.
The Blitz trying to control the action but Manson is working from the bottom. #SUB#
The Blitz thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3#
The Blitz is looking to take a break and control but Manson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Manson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but The Blitz wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
The Blitz tries for a kimura but Manson is defending well.
The Blitz is looking to take a break and control but Manson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The Blitz is really struggling to control Manson but he's trying to hold on to the position.#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.
You can see the frustration on Manson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
The Blitz is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Manson has escaped the position, nice work there.
Manson wants to control but The Blitz postures up.
The Blitz controls the position.#SUB#
Manson is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on The Blitz's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for The Blitz! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Manson has tapped! This one is allllll over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Jose The Blitz!
Jose The Blitz retains his bantamweight title!
Our winner, Jose The Blitz, 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 20
Date: Oct 21, 2017

#R1#
The Blitz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Petpanpamnuang.
The Blitz quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Nice takedown defense from Petpanpamnuang. No joy for The Blitz on that attempt.
The Blitz definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from The Blitz is defended easily by Petpanpamnuang.
The Blitz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Petpanpamnuang.
The Blitz shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Petpanpamnuang sprawls well. Petpanpamnuang wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. The Blitz gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jose The Blitz. 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.
The Blitz misses with a takedown attempt
and Petpanpamnuang counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Petpanpamnuang scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. The Blitz doesn't seem bothered though.
Petpanpamnuang lands a straight punch to the body, keeping The Blitz at a distance. #TD#
The Blitz dives in and scores a takedown into Petpanpamnuang's guard.
Petpanpamnuang has The Blitz pulled in close to control his posture. #T1#
The Blitz wants to pass the guard but Petpanpamnuang is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Petpanpamnuang controls The Blitz momentarily but The Blitz frees himself.
Petpanpamnuang really doesn't want to stay on the ground with The Blitz. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Petpanpamnuang wants to sweep here but The Blitz controlling him for the moment.
The Blitz wants to pass the guard but Petpanpamnuang is keeping the position.
Petpanpamnuang told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
The Blitz is working hard here to advance position.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
The Blitz advances position into side control!#SUB#
The Blitz tries for a kimura but Petpanpamnuang is defending well.
The Blitz is looking to take a break and control but Petpanpamnuang is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The Blitz controls the position from side control.
The Blitz working away.#T3#
The Blitz trying to control the action but Petpanpamnuang is working from the bottom. #SUB#
The Blitz looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The Blitz is looking to take a break and control but Petpanpamnuang is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
The Blitz thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
The Blitz has hold of Petpanpamnuang's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Petpanpamnuang tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - The Blitz cranks the arm and Petpanpamnuang screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Petpanpamnuang, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Jose The Blitz!
Jose The Blitz retains his bantamweight title!
Jose The Blitz decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, Yodmuay Petpanpamnuang stepped up to the mic, saying 'Hematch in the jungle, full thai rules, what you say boy?'.

Event: IFC19
Date: Oct 14, 2017

#R1##TD2#
The Blitz is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Bell's half guard.#SUB2#
The Blitz wants to work for an arm triangle but Bell is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Bell wants to improve his position but The Blitz is controlling well.
The Blitz passes to full mount! #SUB2#
The Blitz goes for an armbar but Bell turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Bell.
Bell looking to sit in guard and control but The Blitz gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The Blitz loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bell manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. The Blitz manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
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!
Bell looking to pass the guard. #T1#
The Blitz looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bell is one step ahead there.
The Blitz keeping moving, preventing Bell from controlling successfully.
The Blitz manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bell manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Bell had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. The Blitz defends it easily.
The Blitz advances position into side control!
Bell tries to bench press The Blitz off him but The Blitz keeps the position. #T2#
Bell is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bell is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
The ground and pound from The Blitz seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Bell looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
The Blitz is looking to take a break and control but Bell is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bell is trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The Blitz remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
The Blitz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bell keeps working. #T3#
The Blitz misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Bell manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Bell looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The Blitz keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The Blitz controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bell is pressing down on The Blitz's thigh, looking to free his foot. The Blitz is holding on for now.
The Blitz is positioning himself well to prevent Bell advancing to mount. #SUB#
Bell is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and The Blitz defends it well. #T4#
The Blitz wants to get back to full guard.
The Blitz looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bell looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
Bell is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. The Blitz doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bell.
Bell is thwarting The Blitz's attempts to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Bell is looking for a kimura here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jose The Blitz will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
The Blitz misses with a body kick.
The Blitz throws a solid leg kick but Bell takes the impact on his shin and smiles at The Blitz.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by The Blitz.
Bell is trying hard to land a takedown here. The Blitz sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Bell closes the distance and clinches up with The Blitz, looking for a takedown. Bell pushes The Blitz against the cage but The Blitz circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2#
The Blitz drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Jose The Blitz has got the better of the ground game so far.
The Blitz controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Bell tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bell keeping moving, preventing The Blitz from controlling successfully.
The Blitz must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Bell lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bell slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Bell is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so The Blitz is just riding it out for now. Bell eventually gives up the hold. #T1##SUB#
Bell is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so The Blitz is just riding it out for now. Bell eventually gives up the hold.
The Blitz regains full guard. Nicely done.
The Blitz being controlled here, momentarily.
Bell stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. The Blitz swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
The Blitz is pulling down on Bell's head. It's preventing any offense from Bell, at least for the moment.
Bell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. The Blitz is keeping the position for now.
The Blitz managing to control the position.
Bell wants to pass the guard but The Blitz is keeping the position.
Bell loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
Bell tries to free his leg and advance position but The Blitz is retaining full guard.
The Blitz trying to keep a closed guard but Bell is proving a slippery customer.
Bell wants to control from the top but The Blitz keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Dominique Bell is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
The Blitz dives in and scores a takedown into Bell's guard.
The Blitz is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bell keeping moving, preventing The Blitz from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Bell is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The Blitz showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4#
The Blitz throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Bell looking to control.
The Blitz pushing down on Bell's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The Blitz scoring with strikes to the body and head.
The Blitz keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The Blitz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bell keeps working.
The Blitz seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jose The Blitz 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.
#R3#
Nice takedown defense from The Blitz. No joy for Bell on that attempt.
The Blitz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bell fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bell shoots in for a takedown but The Blitz shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dominique Bell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bell tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but The Blitz paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The Blitz stuffs the takedown.
The Blitz attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bell drops down looking for a counter takedown but The Blitz sprawls and moves away.
Bell fails to land the takedown.
The Blitz tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
The Blitz throws a low kick, looking for Bell's leg but Bell calmly moves out of range.
Bell is trying hard to land a takedown here. The Blitz sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD2#
The Blitz closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Bell's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bell working a defensive guard here.
The Blitz passes Bell's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Bell wants to get back to full guard.
The Blitz wants to take a breather but Bell is having none of it. #T1#
The Blitz controlling the action here. #SUB2#
The Blitz is looking for a kimura but Bell is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for The Blitz to get the leverage.
Bell has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. The Blitz is working away from the top position though.
The Blitz keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The Blitz trying to pass the guard but Bell defending well.
Bell is staying active underneath The Blitz, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bell is looking to improve his position.
Bell trying to hold on to The Blitz's head to control him but The Blitz postures up.
The Blitz trying to pass the guard but Bell defending well. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Bell is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but The Blitz pulls his head out easily.
Bell is not content to let The Blitz control the position.
Bell is pressing down on The Blitz's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The Blitz trying to control but Bell is working from the bottom. #SUB#
The Blitz avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Bell looking for a guillotine here but The Blitz defends easily.
Bell being controlled here, momentarily. #T3#
The Blitz's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB#
Bell looking for a guillotine here but The Blitz defends easily. #SUB#
Bell throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The Blitz trying to control the position from guard on top but Bell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #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.#SUB#
Bell is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and The Blitz defends well.#SUB#
Bell escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. The Blitz gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Bell looking for a guillotine here but The Blitz defends easily. #SUB#
Bell working for a triangle but The Blitz defends it easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bell being controlled here, momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jose The Blitz really dominated that round.
That's time! Bell's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
The Blitz misses with a low kick.
The Blitz looks to land a body kick but Bell moved away.
The Blitz is looking to chop away at Bell's legs.
Bell closes the distance and lands a one-two.
The Blitz stuffs the takedown.
Bell throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around The Blitz's waist but The Blitz gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bell off to one side. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by The Blitz.
Bell is trying to control The Blitz's posture but The Blitz avoids it.
Bell tries to bench press The Blitz off him but The Blitz keeps the position. #SUB2#
The Blitz tries for a kimura but Bell is defending well.
Bell tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.#SUB2#
The Blitz thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
The Blitz is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bell is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bell is looking to regain half guard here but The Blitz keeps moving and retains side control.
Bell manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Bell is looking to stall here but The Blitz recovers full guard.
The Blitz is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
Bell wants to pass the guard but The Blitz is keeping the position.
The Blitz keeping moving, preventing Bell from controlling successfully.
Bell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. The Blitz is keeping the position for now.
The Blitz seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T3#
The Blitz manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bell manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
The Blitz showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The Blitz wants to pass the guard but Bell is keeping the position.
The Blitz passes into half guard. #SUB2#
The Blitz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T4##SUB#
Bell looking for submissions off his back.
Bell slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Bell is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The Blitz is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The Blitz works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The Blitz trying to control from half guard but Bell is working away.
The Blitz perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The Blitz wants to control but Bell is keeping him busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jose The Blitz dominated that fourth 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. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5#
A telegraphed right hand from Bell misses the target. #TD2#
The Blitz manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Bell on his heels. He'll look to pass Bell's guard now, I'm sure.
The Blitz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The Blitz trying to control but Bell is working from the bottom.
Bell looking to control. #SUB#
Bell has his foot on The Blitz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. The Blitz works his way back into a safe position though.
Bell is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The Blitz trying to control the position from guard on top but Bell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Blitz won't allow Bell to sweep him here.
Bell trying to keep a closed guard but The Blitz is proving a slippery customer.
The Blitz controlling from the top position. #T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bell is on top in guard. #REVR#
Bell slips nicely into half guard.
The Blitz slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Bell looking to sit in guard and control but The Blitz gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
The Blitz got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, The Blitz has managed to get both his arms back between Bell's legs - danger averted.
The Blitz content to stall in guard here.
Bell wants to sweep here but The Blitz controlling him for the moment. #T2#
The Blitz trying to control but Bell is working from the bottom.
Bell looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The Blitz with a nice head shot there.
The Blitz wants to control from the top but Bell keeps moving.
Bell working a defensive guard here.
Bell tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The Blitz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The Blitz advances to half guard. #T3#
Bell has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. The Blitz is working away from the top position though.
Bell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The Blitz slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Bell actively working from the bottom here.
The Blitz is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Bell trying to control from the bottom.
The Blitz prevents Bell from improving his position.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
The Blitz controlling the action here.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The Blitz displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Bell.
The Blitz leaves Bell with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bell tries to score a power double leg takedown but The Blitz sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bell somewhat.
The Blitz drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bell defends it well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dominique Bell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Bell blocks the body kick.
Bell looks for a takedown but The Blitz sprawls well.
The Blitz changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bell shoots for a double leg takedown but The Blitz sprawls well. He's pushed Bell's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Jose The Blitz seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD2#
The Blitz looking to score a takedown here. Bell is defending well but The Blitz drives through and ends up in Bell's guard.
The Blitz showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Dominique Bell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The Blitz scoring with punches to the head and body.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 45:50
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 45:50
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jose The Blitz!
Jose The Blitz is the new bantamweight champion!
Jose The Blitz was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: TNR 5
Date: Oct 03, 2017

#R1##TD#
The Blitz shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in McHough's guard.
The Blitz passes McHough's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
McHough is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if McHough can do anything to dispel that myth.
McHough is not content to let The Blitz control the position.
McHough 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.#SUB#
The Blitz is looking for a kimura but McHough is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for The Blitz to get the leverage.
The Blitz wants to take a breather but McHough is having none of it. #SUB#
The Blitz is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McHough sees it coming and defends easily.
The Blitz works his foot free and advances to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
The Blitz wants to finish this one by submission but McHough is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from The Blitz. #T1#
The Blitz wants to take McHough's back but he can't do it this time.
The Blitz controlling from the full mount.
McHough wants to hold on but The Blitz pushes him away.#SUB#
The Blitz is going oldschool here, as he tries to force McHough to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so McHough shrugs it off.
The Blitz content just to control the position here. #SUB#
McHough defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from The Blitz.
McHough really doesn't want to stay on the ground with The Blitz. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
The Blitz working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. McHough turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips The Blitz off and cradles McHough's limp body as The Blitz celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Jose The Blitz!
In his post fight interview, Jose The Blitz started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: FF 3
Date: Sep 22, 2017

#R1#
Bell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by The Blitz.
The Blitz throws a chopping leg kick but Bell manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bell 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.#TD#
Bell manages to get an easy takedown there - catching The Blitz on his heels. He'll look to pass The Blitz's guard now, I'm sure.
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.
Bell wants to control from the top but The Blitz keeps moving.
The Blitz controls Bell momentarily but Bell frees himself. #SUB#
Bell drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but The Blitz manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Bell has The Blitz in his guard.#REVB#
The Blitz controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bell tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Bell is looking for a triangle but The Blitz pushes his legs off easily. #T1##SUB#
Bell looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Bell controls The Blitz momentarily but The Blitz frees himself.
The Blitz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bell swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bell controls The Blitz momentarily but The Blitz frees himself.
Bell looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The Blitz stays in close to Bell's body and controls the position.
It looks like The Blitz 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.
Bell tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bell keeping moving, preventing The Blitz from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The Blitz wants to pass the guard but Bell is keeping the position.
The Blitz wants to control from the top but Bell keeps moving.
Bell is trying to control the position but The Blitz postures up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
The Blitz pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bell attempts a counter takedown but The Blitz avoids it well and moves away.
Bell fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
The Blitz has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.#CL2#
The Blitz closes the distance and clinches.
Bell tries to stall but The Blitz uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Bell tries to pull guard but The Blitz forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD2#
The Blitz has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Bell regains guard immediately.
The Blitz preventing the sweep. #T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bell is trying to keep The Blitz in close.
Bell 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#
The Blitz controlling the position well.
The Blitz is trying to get back to full guard.
Bell trying to pass the guard but The Blitz defending well.
The Blitz trying to control from the bottom. #T4#
The Blitz is refusing to be controlled, as Bell sits in half guard. #SUB#
Bell is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! The Blitz is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Dominique Bell!
Dominique Bell retains his bantamweight title!

Event: IFC 14
Date: Sep 09, 2017

#R1#
Kent punishes The Blitz's body with a nice straight punch.#TD#
The Blitz manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Kent on his heels. He'll look to pass Kent's guard now, I'm sure.
The Blitz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kent is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
The Blitz thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Kent keeping moving, preventing The Blitz from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Blitz tries to free his leg and advance position but Kent is retaining full guard. #SUB#
The Blitz drops back looking for a leg! Kent is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kent manages to kick The Blitz off! The Blitz jumps back into Kent's guard.
The Blitz preventing the sweep. #T1#
The Blitz forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
The Blitz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
The Blitz is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The Blitz looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
The Blitz is looking for a kimura but Kent is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for The Blitz to get the leverage.
Kent looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2##SUB#
The Blitz is looking for a kimura here.
The Blitz performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
The Blitz wants to work for an arm triangle but Kent is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
The Blitz seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
The Blitz wants to work for an arm triangle but Kent is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T3#
The Blitz wants to control but Kent is keeping him busy. #SUB#
The Blitz is trying to work for a kimura but Kent is defending well.
The Blitz is trying to control. Kent wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The Blitz works his way into full mount!
The Blitz tries to control but Kent wriggling away.
The Blitz wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Kent really doesn't want to stay on the ground with The Blitz. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T4##SUB#
The Blitz looking to secure an arm triangle but Kent defends it well. #SUB#
The Blitz looking to isolate an arm here. Kent doesn't see it coming and as The Blitz extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by The Blitz!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jose The Blitz!
A very excited looking Jose The Blitz 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 12: Retaliation
Date: Aug 26, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Cooper Iv gets caught flat footed, as The Blitz shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
The Blitz 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.
Cooper Iv will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The Blitz is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Cooper Iv keeping full guard, as The Blitz tries to pass. #SUB2#
The Blitz drops back looking for a leg! Cooper Iv is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Cooper Iv manages to kick The Blitz off! The Blitz jumps back into Cooper Iv's guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw The Blitz working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
The Blitz is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SUB2#
The Blitz thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Cooper Iv wants to stand up but The Blitz is controlling him. #SUB2#
The Blitz drops back looking for a leg! Cooper Iv is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Cooper Iv manages to kick The Blitz off! The Blitz jumps back into Cooper Iv's guard.
The Blitz looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T2#
The Blitz passes into half guard.
Cooper Iv really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Cooper Iv is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
The Blitz is looking for a kimura but Cooper Iv is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for The Blitz to get the leverage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The Blitz wants to pass to mount but Cooper Iv is defending the position. #SUB2#
The Blitz seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Cooper Iv is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Jose The Blitz!
After winning the bout, Jose The Blitz thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Ray Cooper Iv spoke after the fight, saying 'Indigo Myles is tough. Good job to him, i'll be back! I must get back to the gym and improve my game. Thanks for coming out to support me and this event. Shout out to my sponsor Quarks nutrition.'.

Event: Wed Night Fights 8
Date: Aug 09, 2017

#R1#
Dawson misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and The Blitz counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The Blitz is trying to control. Dawson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Dawson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for The Blitz on the ground.
Dawson won't allow The Blitz to pass to mount.
Dawson is in trouble now - The Blitz has advanced to mount!
Dawson wants to get back to his feet.
Dawson has given up his back.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - The Blitz's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Dawson is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
The Blitz controlling the position well here. Dawson rolled but The Blitz kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position. #SUB2#
The Blitz has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Dawson is in real trouble here. The Blitz gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Dawson is tapping out! The Blitz wins by rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jose The Blitz!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 29, 2017

#R1##TD2#
The Blitz shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Crolla is trying to defend but The Blitz finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Crolla is trying to stand up here but The Blitz is controlling him well.
The Blitz slows the pace down in half guard.
Crolla has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. The Blitz is working away from the top position though.
Crolla tries to kick The Blitz off but The Blitz keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The Blitz takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
The Blitz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Crolla is looking to improve his position.
Crolla is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Crolla is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Crolla is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but The Blitz pulls his head out easily.
The Blitz slows the pace down in half guard.
The Blitz is thwarting Crolla's attempts to control the position.
The Blitz stalling. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#TD2#
The Blitz looking to score a takedown here. Crolla is defending well but The Blitz drives through and ends up in Crolla's guard.#SUB#
Crolla is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and The Blitz defends well.#SUB2#
The Blitz drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says The Blitz as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Crolla screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with The Blitz! Nice submission victory there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Jose The Blitz!

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