Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 18, 2022

#R1#
Johnson takes a swing at Da Rocha's ribcage but misses.
Da Rocha looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Johnson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Johnson fails with a takedown attempt.
Da Rocha lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Da Rocha misses the jab.
Johnson tries to counter with a takedown but Da Rocha is quick to defend against it.
Nice sprawl there from Da Rocha as Johnson shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Johnson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Johnson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Da Rocha was well out of range. Poor timing from Johnson.
Johnson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Johnson fails with a takedown attempt.
Johnson misses with a shot to the body
and Da Rocha counters with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Da Rocha throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Johnson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Johnson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Da Rocha manages to avoid it.
John Johnson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Johnson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Da Rocha counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Johnson fails with the takedown.#T1#
Johnson fails with the takedown
and Da Rocha counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Johnson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Da Rocha has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Johnson fails with a takedown attempt.
Johnson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Da Rocha.
Johnson seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Johnson throws a body punch but Da Rocha moves out of range.
Johnson fails with the takedown
and Da Rocha counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Johnson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Johnson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Johnson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Da Rocha avoids it really well and circles away.#T2##TD#
Johnson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Da Rocha manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Johnson is standing up over Da Rocha. Da Rocha looks to escape but Johnson dives into side control. #REVB#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Da Rocha is trying to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Johnson trying to control the position but Da Rocha is working away.
Da Rocha looking for a sweep but Johnson has passed into full mount! Oh no!#T3#
Da Rocha is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Johnson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Da Rocha is looking to get to half guard.
Johnson tries to control but Da Rocha wriggling away.
Johnson is really struggling to control Da Rocha but he's trying to hold on to the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Da Rocha is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Da Rocha is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Da Rocha can't escape the position.
Johnson trying to control but Da Rocha is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Da Rocha looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tiago Gomes Da Rocha dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Johnson throws a body shot but no joy.
As Johnson backs off Da Rocha throws a huge counter combo but Johnson manages to avoid it all.
Johnson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Da Rocha. Da Rocha obviously looking to wear him down.
Johnson fails with the takedown.
A nice inside leg kick there by Da Rocha. That's going to slow Johnson down.
Nice sprawl there from Da Rocha as Johnson shoots in.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Da Rocha as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Johnson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Johnson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Da Rocha circles away.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Da Rocha connects with a single shot there.
Johnson misses with a takedown
and Da Rocha counters with a stiff right hand.
Johnson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Da Rocha swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nice takedown defense from Da Rocha. No joy for Johnson on that attempt.
Da Rocha displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Da Rocha just misses with a punch to the body.
No luck for Johnson with that takedown attempt.
A little jabbing left from Da Rocha on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Johnson has his takedown stuffed
and Da Rocha counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Johnson is looking to wear down Da Rocha with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Da Rocha keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Da Rocha defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Johnson.
Da Rocha with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Da Rocha misses with a few strikes there.
Johnson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Johnson fails with the takedown.
Johnson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Da Rocha counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Da Rocha lands a jab-cross combination.
Johnson shoots in for a double leg but Da Rocha sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Da Rocha has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Johnson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Da Rocha swivels and escapes.#T2#
Jab by Da Rocha.
Johnson fails with the takedown.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Da Rocha but Da Rocha pushes him off and we're back to square one.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Da Rocha lands a right hook to the body.
Johnson shoots for a takedown but Da Rocha saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A head kick from Da Rocha lands but Johnson takes it in his stride.
Da Rocha leaves Johnson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Johnson shoots and misses
and Da Rocha cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Da Rocha lands a nice looking body shot.
Johnson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Da Rocha tries to avoid it but Johnson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Da Rocha to the ground. Da Rocha escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Johnson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Da Rocha counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Johnson. Da Rocha does a little dance to reset his feet.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Da Rocha but Da Rocha pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Da Rocha connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Johnson shoots in for a double leg but Da Rocha sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Da Rocha with a jab.#TD#
Johnson drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.

The fighters are working up against the cage. Da Rocha manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Johnson jumps guard but Da Rocha stands there with Johnson around his waist. Johnson gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #TD2#
Da Rocha is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Johnson can't fight it off and eventually Da Rocha manages to take the fight to the floor. Johnson looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Johnson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Da Rocha's guard. #REVR##T4#
Johnson passes Da Rocha's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Da Rocha is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Johnson jumps into side control!
Da Rocha tries to control but Johnson manages to take his back.
Johnson is hanging on to Da Rocha's back as he tries to escape.
Da Rocha trying to control but not successfully.
Da Rocha looking very determined here, making life difficult for Johnson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tiago Gomes Da Rocha showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Johnson or perhaps it was just good defense by Da Rocha, which made it look bad.
Da Rocha stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Da Rocha wants it to stay on the feet.
Johnson has his takedown stuffed
and Da Rocha cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Johnson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Da Rocha throws a nice looking combination but Johnson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Johnson is defended easily by Da Rocha.
Nice cross by Da Rocha.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Da Rocha sprawls well. Da Rocha wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Johnson gets slowly back to his feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Johnson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T1#
Johnson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Da Rocha sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Johnson somewhat.
Da Rocha defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Johnson.
Da Rocha throws a lazy right hand but Johnson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Johnson shoots in looking for a takedown. Da Rocha tries to sprawl out of it but Johnson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Da Rocha manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Johnson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Da Rocha avoids it really well and circles away.
Johnson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Da Rocha moves away.
Nice takedown defense from Da Rocha. No joy for Johnson on that attempt.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Johnson is defended easily by Da Rocha.#T2#
Johnson takes a jab right on the kisser.
Johnson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Johnson with a lazy takedown attempt
and Da Rocha counters with a straight right hand.
A cross from Da Rocha lands.
Johnson misses with a body punch
and Da Rocha counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Da Rocha leaves Johnson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
As Johnson backs off Da Rocha throws a huge counter combo but Johnson manages to avoid it all.
Da Rocha scores with a nice right hand.
Johnson shoots in but no luck this time.
Johnson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Da Rocha's waist but Da Rocha gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Johnson off to one side.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Da Rocha fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Johnson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Da Rocha cracks Johnson with a right hand to the side of the head.#T3#
Johnson swings for the body but Da Rocha moves out of range.
Johnson looks for a takedown but Da Rocha sprawls well.
Da Rocha lands a two punch combo.
Johnson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Da Rocha sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Johnson somewhat.
Jab by Da Rocha.
Johnson looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Johnson shoots for a takedown but Da Rocha saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Da Rocha throws out a powerful jab.
Da Rocha stuffs the takedown attempt from Johnson. Johnson gets slowly back to his feet. #T4#
Da Rocha bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Johnson's head.
Da Rocha throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Johnson misses with a takedown attempt - Da Rocha sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Da Rocha throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Johnson's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Johnson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Da Rocha avoids it really well and circles away.
Da Rocha lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Johnson at a distance.
Johnson fails with a takedown attempt.
John Johnson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Johnson misses the shot to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Da Rocha winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 26:30
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 26:30
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 04, 2022

#R1#
Nice straight punches there by Jalbert. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Jalbert.
Da Rocha looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Da Rocha connects with a high kick.
Da Rocha looks to land a left hand but Jalbert moved out of range nicely.
Da Rocha misses with a series of wild punches.
Da Rocha tries to bum rush Jalbert with a series of wild strikes but Jalbert uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jalbert misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Jalbert clinches with his opponent.
Jalbert lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Da Rocha or not.
Jalbert misses with a punch on the inside.
Jalbert lands a left hand that snaps the head of Da Rocha backwards.
Jalbert makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Jalbert lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jalbert misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha blocks a body shot from Jalbert.
Jalbert lands with a left to the head.
Jalbert gets through Da Rocha's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jalbert missing with knees to the body.
Da Rocha's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Jalbert lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jalbert lands a left hand. #ROC#Da Rocha is rocked!#T1#
Jalbert lands a big knee to the head and Da Rocha goes down! Jalbert pounces and finishes the fight with strikes! He jumps to his feet and celebrates with the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jean Luc Jalbert!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 16, 2022

#R1#
Bolsdeep wants to clinch up but Da Rocha keeps it at a distance.
Da Rocha looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Da Rocha misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bolsdeep is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bolsdeep backing away here, and Da Rocha unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Da Rocha uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bolsdeep. #CL#
Bolsdeep gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Bolsdeep scores a nice knee to the body.
Bolsdeep lands a hook that snaps the head of Da Rocha backwards.
Bolsdeep lands an elbow just above Da Rocha 's eye. #CUT#It looks like Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has been cut.
Bolsdeep using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Bolsdeep misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bolsdeep tries to throw a body punch but Da Rocha avoids it by throwing Bolsdeep back against the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bolsdeep.
Da Rocha avoids a wild elbow strike from Bolsdeep.
Bolsdeep lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bolsdeep lands an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bolsdeep creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Da Rocha's defenses.
Bolsdeep scores with a knee to the head.
Bolsdeep misses with a knee to the head.
Da Rocha takes a shot to the head. #T1#
Bolsdeep scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bolsdeep scores with a knee to the head.
Bolsdeep tries to throw a body punch but Da Rocha avoids it by throwing Bolsdeep back against the cage.
Bolsdeep lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #ROC#Da Rocha is rocked!
Bolsdeep working the clinch nicely. Da Rocha is working for position but Bolsdeep cracks him with a big knee to the head! Da Rocha crumples up against the cage and Bolsdeep lands two more shots before the ref can save Da Rocha! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee & Punches). Ramdin Bolsdeep!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Ramdin Bolsdeep made sure he mentioned PWNAGEâ„¢, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: CFC 474: Inarritu vs Dupree
Date: Apr 09, 2022

#R1#
Da Rocha ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Da Rocha looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Boss uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Da Rocha.
Boss avoids a punch combination nicely.
A big left from Boss misses.
Da Rocha lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Boss connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Da Rocha's hands.
Da Rocha on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Da Rocha has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Boss connects with a single shot there.
Boss connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CUT#It looks like Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has been cut.
Boss looks to score with a jab to the body but Da Rocha is just out of range.
Da Rocha gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Boss gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bagel Boss!
An out of breath Bagel Boss thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: CFC 461: Cobb vs Fire
Date: Feb 19, 2022

#R1#
Da Rocha moves out of range of the body kick from Liu.
Da Rocha looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Liu looks to land a combination but Da Rocha avoids it well.
Liu lands with a kick to the ribs.
Da Rocha takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Liu scores with a jab to the body.
Liu throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Liu moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromDa Rocha.
Liu looks to land a body kick but Da Rocha moved away.
Liu moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
A punch combination from Liu misses.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Da Rocha crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Liu - the referee stops the clock and Da Rocha gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Liu. Da Rocha manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Liu lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Da Rocha avoids a kick to the body.
Liu misses with a jab, cross combination.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Da Rocha! But no joy.
Da Rocha walks into a straight right hand from Liu.
Liu cracks Da Rocha with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Liu scores with a crisp jab that stopped Da Rocha in his tracks.
Liu lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Da Rocha backs up against the cage. #T1#
Liu lands with a straight right. Da Rocha didn't see that one coming.
Liu scores with a jab to the jaw.
Liu stuns Da Rocha with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Liu lands with a hook. Da Rocha tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Liu lands with a slapping head kick. #ROC#Da Rocha is rocked!
Da Rocha doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Da Rocha is still on wobbly legs! Can Liu finish him?
Liu lands a big right hook! Da Rocha looks hurt but is still standing! Liu lands a left jab and another right hook! This time Da Rocha falls down and Liu dives in with a huge hammer fist! Da Rocha's eyes roll back! The referee calls for the bell and Liu runs up the cage to celebrate with his fans!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Jun Liu!
Jun Liu got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!'

Event: CFC 454: Fire v IsMore
Date: Jan 21, 2022

#R1#
Reid scores with a hook.
Reid uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Da Rocha lands with a shot to the body.
Da Rocha catches Reid with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Reid throws a leg kick that misses.
Da Rocha uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Reid.
Da Rocha misses with a hook
and Da Rocha takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Da Rocha scores with a jab to the body.
Da Rocha throws a jab but it's blocked by Reid.
Reid lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Da Rocha backs up against the cage.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Da Rocha tries to move into range but Reid moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#ROC#Da Rocha is rocked!
A combination from Reid does no damage.
Da Rocha uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Reid.
Reid fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Da Rocha manages to avoid it.
Da Rocha throws a looping overhand right but Reid ducks down to avoid it.
Da Rocha throws a hook to the side of Reid's head but Reid sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Reid fires out a quick counter leg kick but Da Rocha just manages to avoid it.
Da Rocha throws a lazy right hand but Reid sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Reid misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Da Rocha. #T1#
Da Rocha misses with a few strikes there.
Da Rocha feints and then cracks Reid's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Reid down.
Da Rocha throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Da Rocha tries a head kick but it misses.
Da Rocha connects with a nice looking jab.
Da Rocha throws a left and a right that both miss
and Reid counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Da Rocha is still on wobbly legs! Can Reid finish him?
Reid drops Da Rocha with a huge uppercut! Da Rocha drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Reid is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jaheim Reid!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 29, 2021

#R1#
Wilder throws a poor cross that misses
and Da Rocha counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wilder misses with a straight right.
Da Rocha shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Da Rocha lands a two punch combo. #TD2#
Da Rocha closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Wilder to the mat! Wilder manages to get full guard.
Da Rocha stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wilder swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Da Rocha works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Da Rocha is trying to control the action in half guard but Wilder is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Wilder is defending against the submission attempts here by Da Rocha.
Wilder is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Cause & Effect that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Da Rocha is trying to work for a kimura but Wilder is defending well. #T1#
Da Rocha trying to mount his opponent but Wilder defends it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Da Rocha 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#
Wilder is defending against the submission attempts here by Da Rocha.
Da Rocha looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #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#
Da Rocha is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Da Rocha wants to take a breather but Wilder is having none of it. #SUB2#
Da Rocha is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Da Rocha is looking to stall here but Wilder recovers full guard.
Da Rocha trying to control the position from guard on top but Wilder is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Wilder wants to get back to his feet but Da Rocha is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Da Rocha trying to control but Wilder is working from the bottom.
Da Rocha stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wilder swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Da Rocha wants to control from the top but Wilder keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Da Rocha shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Wilder's guard.
Da Rocha controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Da Rocha pushes down on Wilder's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Da Rocha is trying to work for a kimura but Wilder is defending well. #SUB2#
Da Rocha is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Wilder sees it coming and defends easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Da Rocha is looking for submissions but instead, Wilder has regained full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tiago Gomes Da Rocha dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Da Rocha moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Da Rocha has taken the fight to the clinch.
Wilder doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Wilder prevents a takedown attempt there. #TD2#
Da Rocha gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Da Rocha is trying to control. Wilder wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Da Rocha is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Wilder is defending against the submission attempts here by Da Rocha. #T1#
Wilder is trying to stand up here but Da Rocha is controlling him well.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has got the better of the ground game so far.
Da Rocha not doing much here.
Wilder is not content to let Da Rocha control the position.#SUB2#
Da Rocha is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Wilder has managed to free his arm - good work.
Da Rocha is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Da Rocha prevents Wilder from standing back up.
Da Rocha has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Da Rocha trying to mount his opponent but Wilder defends it. #SUB2#
Da Rocha is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Da Rocha is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Wilder has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3##SUB2#
Da Rocha is working for a kimura but Wilder is defending it quite comfortably.
Da Rocha is keen to just control but Wilder is a slippery customer.
Wilder tries to kick Da Rocha off but Da Rocha keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
Da Rocha is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Wilder has managed to free his arm - good work.
Wilder is trying to stand. #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.#SUB2#
Da Rocha is looking for a kimura but Wilder is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Da Rocha to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Da Rocha is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Da Rocha is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Da Rocha is looking for a kimura here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wilder is staying active underneath Da Rocha, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tiago Gomes Da Rocha showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Da Rocha wants to clinch.
Da Rocha displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Da Rocha fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Rocha fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Wilder is looking to counter punch.
Da Rocha with a poor takedown
and Wilder counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Titus Wilder has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tiago Gomes Da Rocha.
Da Rocha with a hook.
Da Rocha misses with a takedown
and Wilder counters with a nice uppercut. #T1##CL2#
Da Rocha gets a clinch.
Wilder goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wilder struggles to land a body shot inside as Da Rocha controls his hands.
Wilder gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha tries for a takedown. No joy.
A nice right hand lands inside from Da Rocha.
Wilder is trying to push Da Rocha away but Da Rocha has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Wilder is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Da Rocha goes for a takedown in the clinch but Wilder prevents it.
Wilder prevents the takedown attempt.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Wilder.
Wilder misses with a shot to the kidneys. #TD2#
Wilder is fighting off a takedown attempt but Da Rocha is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Wilder to the mat. Wilder regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Titus Wilder has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Da Rocha tries to free his leg and advance position but Wilder is retaining full guard.
Da Rocha trying to control but Wilder is working from the bottom.
Da Rocha stops Wilder from standing up.
Da Rocha pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wilder is keeping the position for now.
Da Rocha slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Da Rocha swings around for an armbar but Wilder sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Da Rocha's guard.
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!#SUB2#
Wilder avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T3#
Da Rocha is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Da Rocha wants to sweep here but Wilder controlling him for the moment.
Wilder knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Da Rocha on the ground.
Wilder wants to stand but Da Rocha is controlling his posture from full guard.
Wilder throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Da Rocha trying to keep a closed guard but Wilder is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Da Rocha is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Da Rocha looking for a guillotine here but Wilder defends easily.
Da Rocha is looking to sweep but instead, Wilder has passed into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Da Rocha is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Wilder jumps into side control!
Da Rocha looks to move to half guard but instead Wilder has passed into mount! Damn!

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Titus Wilder.
Well Da Rocha has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Peck scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 28:30
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!
Our winner, Tiago Gomes Da Rocha, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 24, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Da Rocha throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. West tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Da Rocha is in West's guard.
West being controlled here, momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Da Rocha trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Da Rocha stays in close to West's body and controls the position.
West on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if West tries to get out of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
West working a defensive guard but Da Rocha passes into half guard.
Da Rocha is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for West! #T1##SUB2#
Da Rocha is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Da Rocha!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!
Our winner, Tiago Gomes Da Rocha, 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: FWFC 6
Date: Nov 20, 2021

#R1#
Da Rocha avoids the body shot from Rossi.
As Rossi backs off Da Rocha throws a huge counter combo but Rossi manages to avoid it all.
Da Rocha lands with a hook. Rossi tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Rossi goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#CUT#It looks like Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has been cut.
Rossi definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Rossi scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Rossi is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Da Rocha dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Rossi. That did some damage!
Da Rocha tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rossi was well out of range. Poor timing from Da Rocha.
Rossi takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Da Rocha shoots in looking for a takedown. Rossi tries to sprawl out of it but Da Rocha keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Rossi manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Da Rocha closes the distance and pushes Rossi back into the cage.
Da Rocha misses with some punches.
Still in the clinch, Da Rocha scores with a nice short uppercut.
Da Rocha scores with a hook to the body.#T1#
Da Rocha fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Da Rocha tries a body shot but Rossi blocks it.
Da Rocha is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Da Rocha misses with a hook from the clinch.
Da Rocha drops down looking for an ankle pick but Rossi pulls his leg out and moves away.
Mario Rossi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tiago Gomes Da Rocha.
Da Rocha slips a straight right by Rossi.
A decent looking cross lands there for Da Rocha.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rossi.
Rossi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rossi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rossi blocks a leg kick.
Rossi throws a head kick that misses
and Da Rocha counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A telegraphed right hand from Rossi misses the target.
Rossi scores with a head kick. Da Rocha tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Da Rocha checks a leg kick.
A lazy left from Da Rocha finds it's target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Crunch! Da Rocha slams his shin into Rossi's torso.
Da Rocha's jab looks to have found its range, popping Rossi under the eye.#T2#
Da Rocha throws a head kick that misses.
Da Rocha works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Da Rocha misses the shot to the body.
Rossi looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
A big right from Da Rocha misses.
Rossi appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Mario Rossi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A bone on bone clash there as Da Rocha blocks the leg kick.
Da Rocha works the jab nicely.
Da Rocha swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Da Rocha's corner calls for a 1-2. Da Rocha obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Da Rocha throws a leg kick that misses.
Da Rocha looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Rossi tries to clinch there but Da Rocha circles away.
As Rossi backs off Da Rocha throws a huge counter combo but Rossi manages to avoid it all.
Rossi throws a body shot but no joy.
Da Rocha fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Da Rocha misses with a jab, cross combination. #CL#
Rossi clinches with his opponent.
Rossi scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T3#
Da Rocha tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rossi's elbow.
Da Rocha doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rossi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rossi with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Da Rocha pushes Rossi back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rossi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rossi blocks a body shot from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Da Rocha fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rossi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rossi.
Da Rocha tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rossi's elbow.
Da Rocha can't find room to land a body shot as Rossi controls the action.
Rossi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Da Rocha is working for takedown but Rossi is calmly controlling the position for now.
A left hand lands to the body for Rossi.
Rossi lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Rossi prevents a body shot from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha tries to work over Rossi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Da Rocha has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Rossi's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Da Rocha goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rossi misses with a knee to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Da Rocha takes a shot to the head. #T4#
Rossi cracks Da Rocha with a nice body shot.
A short body shot lands from Da Rocha as the two fighters clinch.
Rossi misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha misses with the head strike.
Da Rocha lands a right hand.
Da Rocha working aggressively here.
Rossi blocks an uppercut.
Da Rocha misses with the head strike.
Rossi digs a right hand underneath Da Rocha's ribcage. Da Rocha let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Rossi blocks the elbow strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rossi.
Da Rocha tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rossi stops a takedown attempt from Da Rocha.
Nice body punch from Rossi.
Da Rocha looks winded!
Da Rocha throws a punch but it's blocked by Rossi.
Rossi scores with a knee to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rossi pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Rossi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rossi lands a nice uppercut.
Da Rocha struggles to land a body shot inside as Rossi controls his hands.
Rossi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Da Rocha.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tiago Gomes Da Rocha will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Tiago Gomes Da Rocha's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Da Rocha lands a right hook to the body.
Rossi takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Rossi shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Da Rocha keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Da Rocha throws the left hand but Rossi avoids the punch easily.
Da Rocha takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Good standup being displayed there by Rossi as he connects with a hook.
Rossi keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Da Rocha takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A cross from Rossi lands.
A jab from Da Rocha finds it's way through Rossi's defenses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Da Rocha fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rossi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Rossi misses with a hook.
Rossi throws a sloppy head kick
and Da Rocha counters with a nice uppercut.
Da Rocha misses the jab.#T1#
Da Rocha throws a big shot that misses.
A jab from Da Rocha misses.
Rossi moves out of range of the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Rossi misses the target.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Da Rocha. Rossi shrugs it off though.
Rossi thumps Da Rocha with a low kick.
Rossi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rossi scores with a sloppy right hand. Da Rocha should have avoided that one.
Da Rocha misses with an uppercut.
Da Rocha blocks a head kick by Rossi.
Da Rocha throws a big shot that misses.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rossi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Da Rocha manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rossi lands a nice looking body shot.
Da Rocha misses the shot to the body.
Rossi takes a body punch but keeps moving. #KD#
Rossi lands a big head kick that sends Da Rocha tumbling to the mat! Rossi takes a step backwards and waves Da Rocha back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Da Rocha is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Da Rocha gets hit by the mother of all head kicks and drops to the canvas in a crumpled heap! Woooow, the Internet is going to be talking about this one for weeks!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Mario Rossi!
Mario Rossi 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: Syn Havoc
Date: Oct 31, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Da Rocha ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Brandstatter misses with the body kick
and Da Rocha cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Brandstatter misses with a shot to the body
and Da Rocha counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Da Rocha takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
We've been informed that Da Rocha has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Brandstatter ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandstatter fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Da Rocha manages to avoid it.
Brandstatter with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Brandstatter throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Da Rocha connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Da Rocha doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Brandstatter throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Da Rocha stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Brandstatter thumps Da Rocha with a low kick.
Brandstatter misses with a right hand
and Da Rocha connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A low kick from Brandstatter misses
and Da Rocha counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Brandstatter lands with an uppercut that bounces Da Rocha off the cage and back into range.
Brandstatter swings away with a body shot that misses
and Da Rocha counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Brandstatter fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Da Rocha manages to avoid it.
Brandstatter is looking to wear down Da Rocha with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Brandstatter fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Da Rocha manages to avoid it.
Da Rocha flicks out a counter leg kick but Brandstatter steps away.
Da Rocha moves out of range as Brandstatter strikes.
Da Rocha slips under a jab from Brandstatter.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Brandstatter misses with a straight right.
Brandstatter looks for the body kick but Da Rocha saw that one coming. #T3#
Nice straight punches there by Brandstatter. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Brandstatter.
Brandstatter scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Good leg kick by Brandstatter.
Brandstatter throws a push kick but Da Rocha slaps the foot to one side.
Brandstatter's corner calls for a 1-2. Brandstatter obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Brandstatter tried to score with a low kick but Da Rocha checks it.
Da Rocha let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Brandstatter is looking to slow Da Rocha down with leg kicks. #T4#
Brandstatter throws a body kick that misses #CL2#
and Da Rocha holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Brandstatter tries to throw a body punch but Da Rocha avoids it by throwing Brandstatter back against the cage.
Brandstatter has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Da Rocha scores with a shoulder strike.
Brandstatter can't find room to land a body shot as Da Rocha controls the action.
Da Rocha stalls.
Da Rocha has Brandstatter pressed against the cage, preventing Brandstatter from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Brandstatter softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brandstatter throws a punch but it's blocked by Da Rocha.
Brandstatter working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Brandstatter scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Brandstatter breaks the clinch.
Brandstatter looks to score with a jab to the body but Da Rocha is just out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Wolfgang Brandstatter dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Da Rocha slips under a jab from Brandstatter.
Brandstatter looks to land a body kick but Da Rocha moved away.
Brandstatter misses with a body kick.
Brandstatter throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It seemed like Da Rocha was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Da Rocha checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Rocha avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Brandstatter tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Da Rocha is able to avoid easily.#T1#
Brandstatter moves into range and connects with a jab.
Brandstatter connects with a solid leg kick.
Brandstatter tries to land a body kick
and Brandstatter takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Brandstatter with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Brandstatter misses with a straight left.
Brandstatter connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Da Rocha momentarily.
Brandstatter connects with an inside leg kick.#T2#
Brandstatter works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Brandstatter misses the body punch
and Da Rocha counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Brandstatter thinking.
Brandstatter with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Da Rocha shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Brandstatter tries to land a body kick
and Da Rocha connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Brandstatter misses with a low kick.
Brandstatter swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Da Rocha counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Brandstatter is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Da Rocha can do to turn this around?#T3#
Brandstatter throws an off balance right hand
and Da Rocha connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Brandstatter looks to land a body kick but Da Rocha moved away.
Brandstatter thows a left - swing and a miss!
Da Rocha looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Brandstatter misses with a wild body shot.
Da Rocha appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Brandstatter throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Da Rocha stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Brandstatter throws a poor cross that misses
and Da Rocha counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Brandstatter throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Brandstatter throws a chopping leg kick but Da Rocha manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Brandstatter throws a hook but Da Rocha blocks it.
Da Rocha now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Da Rocha takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Brandstatter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Da Rocha! But no joy.
Da Rocha uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Brandstatter.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brandstatter misses with a body shot
and Da Rocha makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Wolfgang Brandstatter dominated that second round.
That's time! Brandstatter's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Brandstatter scores with a punch to the head.
Brandstatter misses with a kick to the body #CL2#
and Da Rocha counters by moving into the clinch. #BC2#
Da Rocha's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Brandstatter misses with a right hand
and Da Rocha counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Brandstatter turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A jab lands there for Brandstatter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Rocha avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Da Rocha's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Brandstatter throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Da Rocha swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Brandstatter scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Brandstatter throws a predictable looking body shot
and Da Rocha counters with a nice uppercut.
Da Rocha on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Brandstatter lets loose with a powerful body kick. Da Rocha will feel that in the morning.
Da Rocha slips under a jab.
Brandstatter throws a quick inside leg kick. #T2#
Nice straight punches there by Brandstatter. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Brandstatter.
Brandstatter scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Brandstatter misses with a right hand
and Da Rocha counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wolfgang Brandstatter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
An inside leg kick lands from Brandstatter.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brandstatter scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Da Rocha ducks under a wild hook from Brandstatter.
Da Rocha doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Da Rocha takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T3#
Brandstatter throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Da Rocha counters with a two punch combo.
Brandstatter swings for the body but Da Rocha moves out of range.
Brandstatter just misses with a punch to the body.
A little jabbing left from Da Rocha on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Brandstatter throws a leg kick but Da Rocha sees it coming and moves out of range.
Da Rocha looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Da Rocha takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Brandstatter swings widly with a right hand
and Da Rocha counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Brandstatter throws a leg kick that is checked
and Da Rocha counters with a straight right hand.
Brandstatter tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Da Rocha was well out of range. Poor timing from Brandstatter.
Da Rocha replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Brandstatter blocks it well.
Brandstatter swings away with a body shot that misses
and Da Rocha counters with a straight right hand.
Brandstatter moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Da Rocha moves out of range as Brandstatter strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brandstatter fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Da Rocha is out of range.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wolfgang Brandstatter is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Brandstatter cracks Da Rocha with an open hand slap.

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

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

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

Event: Syn 720
Date: Sep 28, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Da Rocha keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Chikatchawan.
Da Rocha has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Chikatchawan moves out of range of the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Chikatchawan misses the target.
Nice shot by Da Rocha.
Da Rocha swings widly with a right hand
and Chikatchawan counters with a left and a right that stings Da Rocha.
Chikatchawan takes a swing at Da Rocha's ribcage but misses.
Chikatchawan moves out of range as Da Rocha strikes.
Chikatchawan jabs at Da Rocha's body.
A jab from Da Rocha misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Rocha digs a good body shot into Chikatchawan's ribs.
Chikatchawan looks for the body kick but Da Rocha saw that one coming.
Da Rocha misses with a hook
and Chikatchawan counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chikatchawan misses with a shot to the body
and Da Rocha counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Da Rocha swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Chikatchawan connects with a nice looking jab.
Da Rocha walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Da Rocha misses with a looping left.
Chikatchawan misses the body punch
and Da Rocha counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Chikatchawan closes the distance looking to clinch
and Da Rocha counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chikatchawan throws a series of punches but Da Rocha avoids them all with ease.
Chikatchawan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Chikatchawan with a body shot.
Chikatchawan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Da Rocha manages to avoid it.#T2#
A nice leg kick from Chikatchawan, right into the meat of the thigh.
Da Rocha takes a swing at Chikatchawan's ribcage but misses.
Chikatchawan jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Da Rocha takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chikatchawan throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Da Rocha's head.#CUT#It looks like Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has been cut.
Chikatchawan misses the body punch
and Da Rocha counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Da Rocha slips under a jab from Chikatchawan.
Da Rocha tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Da Rocha uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Chikatchawan.
Da Rocha ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chikatchawan moves away.
Chikatchawan takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Da Rocha misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chikatchawan.
An attempted straight right counter from Chikatchawan misses the target.
Chikatchawan lands a jab.#T3#
Da Rocha misses the shot to the body.
Chikatchawan was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Da Rocha catches Chikatchawan with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Da Rocha looks to land a right hand but Chikatchawan moved out of range.
Chikatchawan throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Chikatchawan shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Da Rocha lands with a good body shot.
Da Rocha takes a swing at Chikatchawan's ribcage but misses.
Chikatchawan is looking to counter punch.#KD#
Chikatchawan lands a big right hand that sends Da Rocha crashing to the mat! Chikatchawan stays standing though and waves Da Rocha back to his feet!#ROC#Da Rocha is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Da Rocha tries to get into range but Chikatchawan steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Da Rocha! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Chikatchawan scores the big KO victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tsoko Chikatchawan!
A very excited looking Tsoko Chikatchawan 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: Syn The Gate
Date: Aug 22, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Read displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Da Rocha throws out the jab.
Read misses with a straight left.
Da Rocha is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Read with a body shot.
Read looks to score with a jab to the body but Da Rocha is just out of range.
Da Rocha scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Read staying out of range there.
A telegraphed right hand from Da Rocha misses the target.
A quick step to the side and Read tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Da Rocha connects with a right hand. Read shakes it off.
Read looks to score with a jab to the body but Da Rocha is just out of range.
Read lands an overhand right.
Da Rocha misses with a low kick.
Da Rocha throws a lazy uppercut
and Read counters with a nice uppercut.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Read uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Da Rocha.
Read drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Da Rocha misses with a head kick.
Da Rocha misses with the combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Da Rocha misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Read keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Da Rocha.
Read slips a jab and a cross from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Da Rocha slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Read swings for the body but Da Rocha moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Da Rocha. Read does a little dance to reset his feet.
Da Rocha missing with a left hand there. Read was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Da Rocha uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Read.
Da Rocha throws an overhand right that lands on Read's shoulder, as Read tries to avoid the shot.
A little feinted left hand from Read on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Read throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Read moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT#It looks like Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has been cut.
Read throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Read misses with a two punch combination.
Read lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A combination from Da Rocha does no damage. #T2#
Da Rocha walks into a jab.
Da Rocha keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Read.
Da Rocha missing with a left hand there. Read was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Da Rocha throws the left hand but Read avoids the punch easily.
Da Rocha throws a right hand that misses
and Read connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The fighters circling - Da Rocha throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Da Rocha throws a hook but Read avoids it easily.
Da Rocha looks to land a right hand but Read moved out of range.
Da Rocha takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Read fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Da Rocha looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Da Rocha throws the left hand but Read avoids the punch easily.
Read drops his hands momentarily and Da Rocha takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Read keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Da Rocha moves out of range as Read strikes.
And Da Rocha tries to counter it with a takedown but Read pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Read ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Da Rocha moves away.#T3#
Read takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Read misses with a body shot.
Da Rocha with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Read throws a hook to the side of Da Rocha's head but Da Rocha sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Read scores with a sloppy right hand. Da Rocha should have avoided that one.
Da Rocha throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Da Rocha misses with a jab, cross combination.
Read throws a series of strikes that have Da Rocha backpedaling.
Da Rocha lands a nice looking body shot.
Da Rocha lands a jab to Read's midsection.
Da Rocha misses with a head kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Da Rocha swings for the body but Read moves out of range.
Da Rocha misses with an uppercut. Read saw that one coming.
Da Rocha throws a looping overhand right but Read ducks down to avoid it.
Read tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Da Rocha was well out of range. Poor timing from Read.#T4#
The fighters circling - Read throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Read looks to score with a jab to the body but Da Rocha is just out of range.
Da Rocha pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
As Da Rocha looks to move away, Read throws a big counter combo but Da Rocha just gets out of the way.
Read tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Da Rocha was well out of range. Poor timing from Read.
Read just misses with a punch to the body.
Da Rocha looks to land a combination but Read avoids it well.
Read went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Read defending well as Da Rocha loads up on a big left hand.
Da Rocha thuds his right hand into Read's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Read just misses with a punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Da Rocha misses the target.
Read feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Da Rochas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Read misses with a straight right.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Read misses with a straight right.
Da Rocha loads up on a big right hand but Read slips the punch.
A head kick misses from Da Rocha.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tiago Gomes Da Rocha will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Tiago Gomes Da Rocha's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Da Rocha throws out a loose jab but Read uses good head movement to avoid it.
Read connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Read tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Da Rocha finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Da Rocha throws a jab but it's blocked by Read.
A looping hook to the body misses from Read. Da Rocha does a little dance to reset his feet.
Read tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Da Rocha was well out of range. Poor timing from Read.
Read misses with a body shot.
Read blocks a jab.
Read takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Da Rocha uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Read.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from Da Rocha is predictable there #TD#
and Read counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Da Rocha wants to sweep but no luck.
Read trying to control but Da Rocha is working from the bottom. #T1#
Read controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Da Rocha pulls Read in close to prevent any damage.
We've been hearing that Read has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Da Rocha looking to control but Read passes into half guard.
Read is taking a breather. Da Rocha says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Da Rocha trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Read manages to pass to mount! #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Read avoids the attempt from Da Rocha to control.
Da Rocha is desperately trying to improve his position but Read has a good base and remains in mount.
Read tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Da Rocha wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Read controls the position.
Da Rocha trying to control the action but Read just sinks the hooks in. #T3#
Read controlling well, preventing Da Rocha from escaping the position.
Da Rocha is still trying to improve position.
Da Rocha keeps trying to improve his position.
Read struggling to keep hold of the position.
Read controlling from the back.#SUB#
Read looking to break Da Rocha's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Da Rocha remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Read will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Da Rocha staying busy and making it hard for Read to control.
Da Rocha wants to escape the position but for the time being he's just trying to control the pace.
Da Rocha is in bad spot here. #T4#
What can Da Rocha do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Da Rocha is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Read controlling from the back.
Da Rocha rolls, trying to escape but Read keeps control of the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marc Read dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Tiago Gomes Da Rocha's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Da Rocha throws a lazy right hand but Read sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Read was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Da Rocha misses the shot to the body.
A slow jab from Da Rocha misses its intended target.
Da Rocha throws a right and a left that both miss.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Da Rocha throws a combination that misses
and Read counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Da Rocha thinking.
Read misses with a looping left.
Read throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A nice side step and Da Rocha releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Read has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Da Rocha finds it's way round the side to connect with Read's head.
Read cracks Da Rocha with a good jab.
Read misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Read throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Read looks to score with a jab to the body but Da Rocha is just out of range.
Read jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Read lands a head shot.
Read throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Read throws an overhand right that lands on Da Rocha's shoulder, as Da Rocha tries to avoid the shot.
Good shot there by Da Rocha.
Read lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Read just misses with a punch to the body.
Da Rocha uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Read.
Da Rocha raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Read keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A combination from Da Rocha does no damage.
Read ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Da Rocha moves away.
Read blocks a jab.
Da Rocha scores with a nice strike.
Da Rocha misses the shot to the body.
Da Rocha throws a nice outside leg kick.
Da Rocha connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Da Rocha throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Da Rocha takes one on the button.
Read slips a jab and a cross from Da Rocha.
Read appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Read swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Da Rocha counters with a straight right hand.
Read moves away from the strike by Da Rocha.
A telegraphed right hand from Read misses the target.
And Da Rocha tries to counter it with a takedown but Read pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Da Rocha tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Read was well out of range. Poor timing from Da Rocha.
Read throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Read misses with a body shot.
Da Rocha swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Read ducks under a wild hook from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Read throws a right hand that misses
and Da Rocha makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Da Rocha misses with an attempted mid kick.
Read drops down looking for a counter takedown but Da Rocha sprawls and moves away.#T3#
Da Rocha lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A big right from Read misses.
Read moves out of range as Da Rocha strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Read misses the target.
Read ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Da Rocha moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Read. Da Rocha does a little dance to reset his feet.
Da Rocha throws a sloppy body shot
and Read counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Read throws an off balance right hand
and Da Rocha counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Read pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Da Rocha on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Da Rocha misses with the combination.
A big left from Da Rocha misses.
Da Rocha throws the left hand but Read avoids the punch easily.
Read throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T4#
Da Rocha rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Read counters with a nice uppercut.
Da Rocha scores with a nice strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Read fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Da Rocha manages to avoid it.
Da Rocha misses the jab.
Da Rocha punishes Read's body with a nice straight punch.
Read misses with a double jab
and Da Rocha cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Read looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A nice side step and Da Rocha releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Read swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Da Rocha is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Da Rocha is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Da Rocha avoids the head kick by Read.
Read throws a combination that misses
and Read takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Da Rocha pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Tiago Gomes Da Rocha.
I think Da Rocha 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!
A relieved looking Tiago Gomes Da Rocha thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: CFC 433
Date: Jul 25, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Da Rocha takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Da Rocha swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Da Rocha chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Boone can pounce on him.
Nice defenses there by Boone.
Boone throws a body punch but Da Rocha moves out of range.
It looked like Da Rocha wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Boone throws a right and a left that Da Rocha avoids nicely.
That kick from Da Rocha tenderised Boone's leg. Boone is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boone throws a hook but Da Rocha avoids it easily.
Boone throws a right hand that misses
and Da Rocha counters with a one-two to the body.
Boone's coach down at UnderGround BJJ & MMA was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Boone's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Boone connects with an inside leg kick.
Da Rocha throws a leg kick
and Boone counters with a stiff right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Da Rocha uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boone.
An attempted straight right counter from Da Rocha misses the target.
Boone throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Boone swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boone connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Da Rocha's hands.
Da Rocha doesn't manage to clinch there - Boone circles away.
Boone looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Da Rocha misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Boone looks to land a right hand but Da Rocha moved out of range.
Boone ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Boone throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Da Rocha sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Boone swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Da Rocha throws a lazy uppercut
and Da Rocha takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Da Rocha looks to land a right hand but Boone moved out of range.
Boone takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Boone ducks under a wild hook from Da Rocha.
Boone misses with an uppercut.
Boone throws a nice looking combination but Da Rocha bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Da Rocha walks into a jab.
Da Rocha misses with a hook.
Boone looks to land a right hand but Da Rocha moved out of range.
Boone takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Da Rocha swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Some wild striking there from Boone.
Da Rocha throwing a counter right hand but Boone manages to avoid it.#T2#
Da Rocha throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Da Rocha uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boone.
Da Rocha jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boone misses with a lunging right hand
and Da Rocha counters with a straight right hand.
Boone staying out of range there.
Boone is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Da Rocha.
Boone misses with a wild body shot.
Da Rocha throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Da Rocha misses with an uppercut. Boone saw that one coming.
Some wild striking there from Da Rocha.
Boone appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Da Rocha avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Da Rocha connects with a nice looking jab.
Boone slips a jab from Da Rocha.#T3#
Boone lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CUT2#It looks like Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has been cut.
Nice defenses there by Boone.
A decent looking cross lands there for Da Rocha.
Boone pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Da Rocha back to the cage. Boone follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Da Rocha lands a body shot.
Da Rocha scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Da Rocha throws a combination that misses
and Boone counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boone dodges the punch combination from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha throws a lazy right hand but Boone sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Da Rocha cracks Boone with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Boone looks to throw the jab but Da Rocha is out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Da Rocha misses the target.
A big left from Boone misses.
A combination from Da Rocha does no damage. #T4#
Boone misses with a looping right.
Da Rocha slips a jab from Boone.
Boone swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Boone blocks a head kick by Da Rocha.
Jab, jab by Da Rocha - just one landing.
Boone throws a lazy right hand but Da Rocha sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Da Rocha throws a big counter combination but Boone scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Da Rocha misses with a series of wild punches.
Da Rocha rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Boone counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Boone moves into range and connects with a jab.
Da Rocha fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boone manages to avoid it.
Boone throws out a counter right but Da Rocha avoids it with no problem.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A jab from Boone misses.
Da Rocha with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Da Rocha fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Da Rocha tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Boone paws at him with a jab and circles away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jackson Boone will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Tiago Gomes Da Rocha's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Boone throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boone avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Da Rocha blocks a jab.
Da Rocha throwing a counter right hand but Boone manages to avoid it.
Jackson Boone is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Boone on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Da Rocha throws a head kick that misses.
Da Rocha looks to score with a jab to the body but Boone is just out of range.
Da Rocha staying out of range there.
Boone displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Da Rocha throws out the jab.
A countering left hand to the body from Boone misses.
Da Rocha takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Boone throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Rocha misses with a hook
and Boone counters with a stiff right hand.
Da Rocha connects with a crisp jab.
Da Rocha throws a leg kick
and Da Rocha takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Da Rocha avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
As Boone looks to move away, Da Rocha throws a big counter combo but Boone just gets out of the way.
Boone throws out a loose jab but Da Rocha uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Da Rocha scores with a punch to the head.
Jackson Boone seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Boone takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Boone thows a left - swing and a miss!
Da Rocha avoids the body shot from Boone.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Da Rocha, as that shot connected.
Boone throws a series of punches but Da Rocha moves out of range.
Da Rocha scores with a body shot.
Boone throws a push kick but Da Rocha slaps the foot to one side.
Da Rocha lands a glancing blow to the side of Boone's head.
Da Rocha scores with a crisp jab that stopped Boone in his tracks. #ROC#Boone is rocked!
Boone takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Boone is still on wobbly legs! Can Da Rocha finish him?
Da Rocha misses with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Da Rocha throws a head kick that Boone semi-blocks.
Da Rocha throws the left hand but Boone avoids the punch easily.
Boone looks up at the clock. Bad move! Da Rocha lands a right hand from hell, dropping Boone. Da Rocha pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

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

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A swing and a miss from Da Rocha.
Lucassen is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha misses with a straight right.
Lucassen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Da Rocha throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Da Rocha looks to land a right hand but Lucassen moved out of range.
Lucassen is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Da Rocha misses with an uppercut.
Da Rocha jabs at Lucassen's body.
Lucassen takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Da Rocha lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Da Rocha throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lucassen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Da Rocha wants to slow Lucassen down by chopping away at his legs.
Lucassen appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Da Rocha misses the body punch
and Lucassen counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T1#
Da Rocha bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Da Rocha cracks a nice hook into Lucassen's ribs.
Donk. Da Rocha catches Lucassen right on the button with a cross.
Lucassen looks to land a right hand but Da Rocha moved out of range.
Da Rocha misses with a jab, cross combination.
A little feinted left hand from Lucassen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Da Rocha takes a swing at Lucassen's ribcage but misses.
Da Rocha misses with an uppercut
and Lucassen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Da Rocha misses with a looping right.
Da Rocha tests Lucassen's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Da Rocha looks to throw the jab but Lucassen is out of range.
Da Rocha missing with a left hand there. Lucassen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T2#
Lucassen takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
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!
Da Rocha connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lucassen's hands.
Lucassen moves away from the strike by Da Rocha.
Da Rocha has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Da Rocha throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Da Rocha scores with a sloppy right hand. Lucassen should have avoided that one.
Da Rocha misses with a right hand
and Lucassen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Da Rocha misses with a series of wild punches.
Da Rocha throws a hook but Lucassen blocks it.
Lucassen was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A nice leg kick from Da Rocha, right into the meat of the thigh.
A looping hook to the body misses from Da Rocha. Lucassen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lucassen slips a jab from Da Rocha.#T3#
Da Rocha tries to bum rush Lucassen with a series of wild strikes but Lucassen uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lucassen slips a straight right by Da Rocha.
Da Rocha will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Da Rocha pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lucassen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Lucassen doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Da Rocha lands a lovely overhand right.
Da Rocha throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lucassen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Good standup being displayed there by Da Rocha as he connects with a hook.
A jab lands there for Da Rocha.
A jab from Da Rocha misses. #T4#
Lucassen slips a jab from Da Rocha.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lucassen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Da Rocha.
A swing and a miss from Lucassen.
Da Rocha looks to score with a jab to the body but Lucassen is just out of range.
Lucassen takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Da Rocha swings widly with a right hand
and Lucassen counters with a straight right hand.
Da Rocha lands a nice looking body shot.
Da Rocha misses with a double jab
and Da Rocha takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has been cut.
Da Rocha moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Da Rocha uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lucassen.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tiago Gomes Da Rocha dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tiago Gomes Da Rocha's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Da Rocha misses with a right hand
and Lucassen counters with a left to the body.
Lucassen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Da Rocha jabs Lucassen to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Da Rocha lands a jab.
Da Rocha misses with an uppercut
and Lucassen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Da Rocha lands a jab to the nose.
Da Rocha moves out of range of the strikes.
Da Rocha connects with the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Rocha misses with a head kick.
Da Rocha throws a jab when Lucassen was well out of range.
A quick step to the side and Lucassen tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Da Rocha throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
It looked like Lucassen was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Lucassen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Da Rocha. #T1#
Da Rocha scores with a hook.
Good exchange - Da Rocha coming out on top.
Da Rocha throws a predictable looking body shot #KD#
and Lucassen counters with a crisp right hand that drops Da Rocha! Lucassen lets Da Rocha back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Da Rocha is rocked!
Da Rocha swings widly with a right hand
and Lucassen counters with a powerful cross that connects right on the chin and the lights go out! A massive one punch knock out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Arjen Lucassen!
A relieved looking Arjen Lucassen thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

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

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Da Rocha misses with a few strikes there.
And Sigfridsson responds with a good body kick, but Da Rocha manages to step out the way in time.#CL2#
Sigfridsson closes the distance and pushes Da Rocha back into the cage.
Sigfridsson swings wildly with an uppercut but Da Rocha uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sigfridsson has a couple of punches blocked by Da Rocha.
Da Rocha 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.
Sigfridsson misses with a punch on the inside.
Sigfridsson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Da Rocha lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Da Rocha swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sigfridsson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sigfridsson working aggressively here.
Still in the clinch, Sigfridsson scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC#
Da Rocha pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Sigfridsson digs a good body shot into Da Rocha's ribs.
Sigfridsson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Da Rocha throwing a counter right hand but Sigfridsson manages to avoid it.#T1#
Da Rocha cracks Sigfridsson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Da Rocha throws a one two combo.
Da Rocha misses with a few strikes there.
Sigfridsson raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Sigfridsson fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Sigfridsson drives through and clinches with Da Rocha against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Sigfridsson fails to land.
Sigfridsson throws a head punch that misses.
Sigfridsson misses with the head strike.
Sigfridsson lands with a left to the head.
Sigfridsson swings wildly with an uppercut but Da Rocha uses good head movement to avoid it.
The referee is keeping an eye on Da Rocha - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Sigfridsson misses with an elbow over the top.#T2#
Da Rocha blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sigfridsson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sigfridsson throws an elbow but it's blocked.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sigfridsson misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Sigfridsson fails to land.
Sigfridsson throws a head punch that misses.
Sigfridsson pushes off an throws an elbow but Da Rocha leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Sigfridsson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Da Rocha's elbow. #BC#
Da Rocha manages to break the clinch.
Da Rocha is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sigfridsson.
Sigfridsson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Sigfridsson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Da Rocha misses with a looping left.
Sigfridsson throws out a counter right but Da Rocha avoids it with no problem.
Sigfridsson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
Da Rocha misses with a two punch combination.
Sigfridsson wants to clinch.
Sigfridsson blocks a jab.
Sigfridsson throws a counter combo.
A lazy left from Da Rocha finds it's target.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sigfridsson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Sigfridsson closes the distance and clinches.
A short left from Sigfridsson.
Da Rocha blocks the elbow strike.
Stalling in the clinch from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha working aggressively here. #T4#
Da Rocha lands with a left to the head.
Sigfridsson goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Da Rocha breaks the clinch.
Sigfridsson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sigfridsson there as he acknowledges the shot.
Da Rocha swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sigfridsson.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Da Rocha misses with a body shot.
Da Rocha throws a jab but it's blocked by Sigfridsson.
Sigfridsson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Da Rocha moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromSigfridsson.
Good standup being displayed there by Da Rocha as he connects with a hook.#CL2#
Sigfridsson clinches up with Da Rocha and pushes him back against the cage.
Da Rocha is pushing Sigfridsson up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Sigfridsson misses with some punches.
Da Rocha blocks a body shot from Sigfridsson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Tiago Gomes Da Rocha will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Da Rocha slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Da Rocha throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Da Rocha throws a jab but it's blocked by Sigfridsson.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Da Rocha swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha is winning the standup battle so far.
Sigfridsson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Da Rocha lands with a good body shot.
Sigfridsson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sigfridsson doesn't manage to clinch there - Da Rocha circles away.
Da Rocha motions for Sigfridsson to come forward. Da Rocha throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sigfridsson is looking for the big counter here.
A big right from Da Rocha misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Rocha fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sigfridsson manages to avoid it.
Da Rocha throws out a loose jab but Sigfridsson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sigfridsson throws out a counter right but Da Rocha avoids it with no problem.
Sigfridsson tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Sigfridsson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Da Rocha lands a right hook to the body.
Sigfridsson wants to clinch.#T1##CL2#
Sigfridsson moves into the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha stalls.
Sigfridsson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sigfridsson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Da Rocha.
Sigfridsson swings wildly with an uppercut but Da Rocha uses good head movement to avoid it.
Da Rocha blocks an uppercut. #T2#
Sigfridsson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Da Rochas head.
Still in the clinch, Da Rocha scores with a nice short uppercut.
Sigfridsson lands a left hand.
Benjamin Sigfridsson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Sigfridsson pushes Da Rocha back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Da Rocha breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Da Rocha misses with the combination.
Da Rocha is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sigfridsson can do to turn this around?
Sigfridsson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Da Rocha scores with a nice strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Da Rocha fails to land with a series of punches.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sigfridsson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T3#
Sigfridsson scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Da Rocha fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sigfridsson manages to avoid it.
Da Rocha ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Da Rocha misses with a body punch
letting Sigfridsson counter with a right hand.
Da Rocha misses the shot to the body.
Sigfridsson ducks under a wild hook from Da Rocha.
Sigfridsson follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Da Rocha lands with a cross.
Da Rocha misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sigfridsson. #CL2#
Sigfridsson clinches up with Da Rocha and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Da Rocha breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Da Rocha throws a series of punches but Sigfridsson avoids them all with ease.
A little jabbing left from Sigfridsson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sigfridsson tries to clinch there but Da Rocha circles away. #T4#
Da Rocha scores with the left hand. Sigfridsson knows he should have avoided that one.
Da Rocha throws a one two combo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Da Rocha jabs Sigfridsson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Da Rocha lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Sigfridsson throws a sloppy head kick and Da Rocha moves out of range easily.
Da Rocha throws a jab when Sigfridsson was well out of range.
Da Rocha lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Da Rocha.#ROC#Sigfridsson is rocked!
A big left from Da Rocha misses.
Da Rocha lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Sigfridsson is still on wobbly legs! Can Da Rocha finish him?
Da Rocha looks to land a right hand but Sigfridsson moved out of range.
Sigfridsson blocks a low kick nicely.
Sigfridsson seems to have recovered his senses.
Sigfridsson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sigfridsson.
Da Rocha throws a leg kick which misses Sigfridsson's front leg but catches the back leg as Sigfridsson tries to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tiago Gomes Da Rocha dominated that second round.
That's time! Da Rocha's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Sigfridsson swings for the body but Da Rocha moves out of range.
Da Rocha cracks Sigfridsson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Sigfridsson drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Da Rocha throws a lazy right hand but Sigfridsson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Da Rocha throws a hook to the side of Sigfridsson's head but Sigfridsson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sigfridsson throws a head kick but Da Rocha moves out of range.
Da Rocha lands with an uppercut that bounces Sigfridsson off the cage and back into range.#CL2#
Sigfridsson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Sigfridsson lands a body shot.
Da Rocha blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sigfridsson.
Sigfridsson struggles to land a body shot inside as Da Rocha controls his hands.
Sigfridsson working aggressively here.
Sigfridsson throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
Sigfridsson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sigfridsson misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Da Rocha breaks from the clinch.
Sigfridsson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Da Rocha jabs at Sigfridsson's body.
Da Rocha misses with a left hand
and Sigfridsson counters with a right hand to the body.
Da Rocha throws a poor cross that misses
and Sigfridsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Da Rocha getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Da Rocha moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Da Rocha lands with an overhand left.
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!
Da Rocha lands a nice shot to the body.
A left lands for Da Rocha.
Da Rocha misses with an uppercut
and Sigfridsson counters with a good low kick that Da Rocha was not able to check.
Benjamin Sigfridsson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Da Rocha scores with a jab. Sigfridsson acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Da Rocha throws a right hand that misses
and Sigfridsson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Da Rocha thinking.
Sigfridsson tries to clinch but Da Rocha is having none of it.
Da Rocha looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL2#
Da Rocha gets tackled into the cage by Sigfridsson. Sigfridsson maintains the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Da Rocha.
Sigfridsson throws a punch but it's blocked by Da Rocha.
Sigfridsson throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Da Rocha blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sigfridsson misses with the head strike. #BC#
Da Rocha breaks the clinch.
Da Rocha looks to score with a jab to the body but Sigfridsson is just out of range.
Sigfridsson feints a counter leg kick.
Sigfridsson wants to clinch.#T3#
Da Rocha throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sigfridsson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sigfridsson tries to close the distance and clinch but Da Rocha swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Sigfridsson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Sigfridsson dodges the punch combination from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Da Rocha missing with a left hand there. Sigfridsson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sigfridsson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Da Rocha throws a hook but Sigfridsson blocks it.
Sigfridsson tries to clinch up but Da Rocha circles away and keeps his distance.
Da Rocha throws the left hand but Sigfridsson avoids the punch easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Da Rocha. Sigfridsson does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Da Rocha throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sigfridsson is looking to clinch.
Da Rocha wants to land a leg kick but Sigfridsson is out of range.
Da Rocha throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Sigfridsson.
Sigfridsson moves in looking to clinch but Da Rocha pushes him off.
Da Rocha dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sigfridsson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sigfridsson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Sigfridsson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Sigfridsson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Sigfridsson tries to close the distance and clinch but Da Rocha swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Sigfridsson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Da Rocha counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Da Rocha displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sigfridsson throws out the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Da Rocha on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: EMP Boaz vs Verygood
Date: Dec 01, 2019

#R1#
Yaj lands an overhand right.
Yaj looks to throw the jab but Da Rocha is out of range.
Left hook, right uppercut from Yaj. #CUT#
It looks like Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has been cut.
A thudding body kick lands there by Yaj!
Nice body kick there by Yaj.
Yaj misses with a right hand #KD2#
and Da Rocha counters with a crisp one two that drops Yaj! Da Rocha thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Yaj to his feet! Yaj is in big trouble!#ROC2#
Yaj is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Yaj lands with a thumping leg kick.
Oh Yaj is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A head kick misses from Yaj.
Yaj seems to have got his legs back now.
Da Rocha has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Yaj dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Yaj. Da Rocha shrugs it off though.
Yaj fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Da Rocha has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1#
Yaj tests Da Rocha's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Yaj fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Da Rocha on the side of the head.
Yaj lands with a thumping leg kick.
Yaj feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Da Rocha's calf.
Da Rocha has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Yaj.
Yaj looks to land a body kick but Da Rocha moved away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Da Rocha! But no joy.
Yaj throws a head kick that misses.
Da Rocha feints a counter leg kick.#T2#
Yaj moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A low kick from Yaj misses #TD2#
and Da Rocha counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Yaj is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Da Rocha is controlling him.
Yaj is trying to control the position but Da Rocha postures up. #ES#
Yaj manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Yaj misses with a hook to the ribs. #TD2#
Da Rocha jumps guard and drags Yaj to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Da Rocha looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Yaj has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SU#
Yaj stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T3#
Yaj thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Da Rocha if he has to take too many more of those.
Da Rocha checks a low kick from Yaj.
A nice inside leg kick there by Yaj. That's going to slow Da Rocha down.
Yaj scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Yaj turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#KD#
Yaj lands a big head kick that sends Da Rocha tumbling to the mat! Yaj takes a step backwards and waves Da Rocha back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Da Rocha is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Yaj lands a monster head kick that reverborates around the arena! The crowd goes wild as Da Rocha crumples to the floor! Yaj milks the crowd's applause and if that isn't knockout of the night, I will be very surprised!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Pat Yaj!
A victorious Pat Yaj thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: EMP Piano vs Pearson
Date: Nov 02, 2019

#R1#
Da Rocha is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Asham.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Asham, right into the meat.
Asham fakes the leg kick and cracks Da Rocha in the body.
Asham takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Asham swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Asham needs to keep his hands up - Da Rocha had a free shot at his head there.
Asham tries to work over Da Rocha's front leg with a kick but Da Rocha checks it.
Asham has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Da Rocha stalks Asham and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Asham's face. Asham staggers backwards, shaken.
Da Rocha defending well as Asham loads up on a big left hand.
Asham keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Asham throws a hook but Da Rocha blocks it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Asham looks to land a right hand but Da Rocha moved out of range.
Da Rocha throws a leg kick but Asham sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Asham moves out of range of the leg kick from Da Rocha.
Asham slips a jab from Da Rocha.#T1#
Asham slips under a jab.
As Da Rocha backs off Asham throws a huge counter combo but Da Rocha manages to avoid it all.
Da Rocha darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Asham scores with a jab to the head.
Asham tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Da Rocha is able to avoid easily.#CL#
Da Rocha moves into range and clinches up with Asham.
Da Rocha tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Asham just stands there and leans against the cage.
Da Rocha tries to pull guard but Asham holds him up against the cage and eventually Da Rocha drops back down to his feet.
Asham has Da Rocha pressed against the cage, preventing Da Rocha from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Da Rocha is trying to pull guard but Asham turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tiago Gomes Da Rocha. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A short right from Asham.
Asham crunches a lovely knee into Da Rocha's ribcage.
Da Rocha has a couple of punches blocked by Asham.
Asham lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Da Rocha misses with some punches.
Da Rocha tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Da Rocha doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T2#
Asham tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Da Rocha lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Asham backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Asham blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Asham.
Asham scores a nice knee to the body.
We've been hearing reports that Da Rocha has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
A body shot lands from Asham.
Da Rocha blocks a body shot from Asham.
Da Rocha swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Asham obliges.
Da Rocha is breathing heavily.
Asham tries to land a knee to the head but Da Rocha blocks with his arms.
Da Rocha misses with a short punch on the inside.
Da Rocha prevents a body shot from Asham.
Da Rocha trying to control the position but instead, Asham has worked for underhooks and has pushed Da Rocha into the cage.
Da Rocha throws a punch but it's blocked by Asham.
Da Rocha blocks a body shot from Asham.
A short right from Asham on the inside.
Da Rocha tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #T3#
Asham scores a nice knee to the body.
Da Rocha is trying to pull guard but Asham turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Asham lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Asham lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right from Asham on the inside.
Da Rocha misses with a short punch on the inside.
Da Rocha on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A short left from Asham.
A shot in the inside from Asham.
Asham gets through Da Rocha's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Da Rocha struggles to land a body shot inside as Asham controls his hands.
Asham is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Da Rocha creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Asham obliges.
Da Rocha on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A short right from Asham on the inside.
Asham scores with a nice hook to the head.
Asham scores with a nice hook to the head.#ROC2#
Da Rocha is rocked!
Asham scores a nice knee to the body.
Oh Da Rocha is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4#
Da Rocha swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Asham landing knees to the body.
Asham unloads a knee to the mid-section. Da Rocha lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Da Rocha seems to have got his legs back now.
Asham scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Da Rocha on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Asham using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Asham landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Asham lands a left hand that snaps the head of Da Rocha backwards.
Da Rocha blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Asham using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Da Rocha has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A nice left hand lands by Asham.
Asham letting Da Rocha take a breather here.
Nice body punch from Asham.
Asham lands a nice shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Asham is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Da Rocha avoiding damage as Asham throws knees to the body.
Da Rocha has had enough of the clinch but Asham keeps him there for the moment.
Asham lands a nice knee to the body.
Asham lands with a light punch inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Arron Asham dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Da Rocha throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Asham counters with a monster hook and another for good measure! Da Rocha falls to the ground, out cold! Stick some heavy metal music over the top of that clip and it's one for the highlight makers!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Arron Asham!
Arron Asham seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: EMP Toivonen vs Marceau
Date: Sep 27, 2019

#R1#
Rockwell misses with a left hand
and Da Rocha counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rockwell misses with a wild body shot.
Da Rocha waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rockwell .
Da Rocha throws a combination that misses
and Rockwell counters with a straight right hand.
Da Rocha misses with a shot to the body
and Rockwell counters with a nice uppercut.
Da Rocha blocks a head kick by Rockwell .
Da Rocha is looking to counter punch.
Da Rocha swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
letting Rockwell counter with a right hand.
Rockwell throws a shot from downtown. Da Rocha moves away and avoids it.
Da Rocha moves out of range of the strikes.
Da Rocha throwing a counter right hand but Rockwell manages to avoid it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Rockwell .
Da Rocha bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Da Rocha was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rockwell darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Da Rocha moves into the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Da Rocha.#T1#
Da Rocha makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Da Rocha can't break the clinch.
A short left from Da Rocha.
Rockwell can't find room to land a body shot as Da Rocha controls the action. #BC2#
Rockwell pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rockwell ducks right into an uppercut from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha throws a lazy uppercut
and Rockwell counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Rockwell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Da Rocha.
Rockwell misses with a looping right.
Da Rocha throwing a counter right hand but Rockwell manages to avoid it.
Rockwell misses with a hook
and Da Rocha counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Rockwell throws a hook but Da Rocha avoids it easily.
Da Rocha throws a body punch but Rockwell moves out of range.
Da Rocha has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Zero Tolerance in the buildup to the fight.
Da Rocha ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rockwell moves away.
A little jabbing left from Rockwell on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rockwell misses with a body shot.
Rockwell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Da Rocha was well out of range. Poor timing from Rockwell .
Da Rocha appears to be looking for a big counter.#T2#
Da Rocha will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Da Rocha listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Da Rocha throws a nice outside leg kick.
Da Rocha looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A leg kick checked by Rockwell .
Rockwell scores with a jab to the body.
Da Rocha throws a left and a right that both miss
and Rockwell makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Da Rocha really felt that one!
Rockwell looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rockwell . Da Rocha does a little dance to reset his feet.
Da Rocha throws a hook but Rockwell avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Rockwell on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Da Rocha loads up on a big right hand but Rockwell slips the punch.#T3#
Da Rocha moves out of range as Rockwell strikes.
Da Rocha has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Rockwell finds it's way round the side to connect with Da Rocha's head.
Da Rocha throws the left hand but Rockwell avoids the punch easily.
Rockwell wants to slow Da Rocha down by chopping away at his legs.
Da Rocha looks to land a left hand but Rockwell moved out of range nicely.
Rockwell throws a hook but Da Rocha avoids it easily.
Da Rocha throws a looping overhand right but Rockwell ducks down to avoid it.
Rockwell looks to land a body kick but Da Rocha moved away.
Some wild striking there from Da Rocha.
Rockwell avoids the body shot from Da Rocha. #CL#
Da Rocha instigates a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Da Rocha. #T4#
Rockwell prevents a body shot from Da Rocha.
Rockwell stalls.
Da Rocha lands a nice uppercut.
Da Rocha prevents a body shot from Rockwell .
Rockwell swings wildly with an uppercut but Da Rocha uses good head movement to avoid it.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Da Rocha is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Da Rocha lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Rockwell .
A left hand lands to the body for Rockwell .
Rockwell lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rockwell taking a breather.
Rockwell blocking some punches.
Rockwell misses with some punches.
Da Rocha stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Rockwell has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Da Rocha seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Rockwell can turn it around.
Da Rocha tries to pull guard but Rockwell holds him up against the cage and eventually Da Rocha drops back down to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Elliot Rockwell will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Da Rocha throws a shot from downtown. Rockwell moves away and avoids it.
Da Rocha looks to land a left hand but Rockwell moved out of range nicely.#KD2#
Rockwell lands a big head kick that sends Da Rocha tumbling to the mat! Rockwell takes a step backwards and waves Da Rocha back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Da Rocha is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has been cut.
Da Rocha bobbing and weaving nicely... He's ducked under a jab and ducks again but ooooooh! Rockwell comes at him with an uppercut from hell! Da Rocha falls to the canvas, unconscious! This one is all over! Oh man, looking at the replay that was right on the button! Da Rocha was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Elliot Rockwell !

Event: EMP Zulu vs Tower 2
Date: Aug 23, 2019

#R1#
Tama Ginty looks to throw a body kick
and Da Rocha connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Da Rocha misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tama Ginty cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Da Rocha throws a lazy uppercut
and Tama Ginty counters with a stiff right hand.
Tama Ginty cracks Da Rocha with a right hand to the side of the head.
Da Rocha chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tama Ginty can pounce on him.
Tama Ginty tries to land a leg kick but Da Rocha saw it coming and moves away.
Tama Ginty takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Da Rocha scores with a hook to the body. Tama Ginty takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tama Ginty dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Da Rocha. That did some damage!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tama Ginty misses with a straight right. #T1#
Tama Ginty throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
No joy there for Da Rocha, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tama Ginty misses the body punch
and Da Rocha counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Da Rocha throws a hook to the side of Tama Ginty's head but Tama Ginty sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Da Rocha is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tama Ginty.
Tama Ginty misses with the body kick
and Da Rocha counters with a stiff right hand.
Da Rocha misses with a hook. Tama Ginty ducked under it nicely.
Da Rocha connects with a right hand. Tama Ginty shakes it off.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Da Rocha checks a leg kick.
Da Rocha bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tama Ginty's head.#T2#
Tama Ginty looks to throw the jab but Da Rocha is out of range.
Tama Ginty ducks under a wild hook from Da Rocha.
Tama Ginty tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Da Rocha was well out of range. Poor timing from Tama Ginty.
Da Rocha throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tama Ginty on the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tama Ginty pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Da Rocha throwing a counter right hand but Tama Ginty manages to avoid it.
Da Rocha thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tama Ginty looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Da Rocha stalks Tama Ginty and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tama Ginty's face. Tama Ginty staggers backwards, shaken.
Tama Ginty fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Da Rocha is out of range.
Tama Ginty throws a chopping leg kick but Da Rocha manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T3#
Da Rocha misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Tama Ginty on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tama Ginty scoring well with a low kick there.
Tama Ginty just misses with a punch to the body.
Tama Ginty connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Da Rocha's hands.
Tama Ginty scores with a jab to the body.
Tama Ginty misses with a lunging right hand
and Da Rocha connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tama Ginty feints and then cracks Da Rocha's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Da Rocha down.
Tama Ginty moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Da Rocha connects with a jab.
Da Rocha throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T4#
Tama Ginty lands with a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tama Ginty jabs Da Rocha right on the nose. Da Rocha blinks but takes it well.
Tama Ginty connects with a right hand. Da Rocha shakes it off.
Tama Ginty moves away from the strike by Da Rocha.
Tama Ginty swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tama Ginty is looking to slow Da Rocha down with leg kicks.
Da Rocha misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tama Ginty.
Tama Ginty scores with a hook.
That kick from Tama Ginty tenderised Da Rocha's leg. Da Rocha is trying to keep his angry face on.
Da Rocha keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tama Ginty.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Conrad Tama Ginty will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Tama Ginty buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tama Ginty is looking to chop away at Da Rocha's legs.
Tama Ginty throws a body shot but no joy.
Da Rocha with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A low kick from Tama Ginty misses
and Tama Ginty takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tama Ginty throws the kick towards the body but Da Rocha avoids it.
Tama Ginty fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Da Rocha has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tama Ginty uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Da Rocha.
Da Rocha lands a jab to Tama Ginty's midsection.
Da Rocha is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Da Rocha swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And Tama Ginty responds with a good body kick, but Da Rocha manages to step out the way in time.#T1#
Decent striking displayed by Tama Ginty there.
Tama Ginty throws a jab when Da Rocha was well out of range.
Da Rocha takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tama Ginty throws a leg kick but Da Rocha sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tama Ginty throws a quick inside leg kick.
Da Rocha checks a leg kick nicely.
Da Rocha appears to be looking for a big counter.
Tama Ginty misses with a right hand
enabling Da Rocha to counter with a crisp jab.
Tama Ginty bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Da Rocha's head backwards.
Tama Ginty throws a head kick that misses. #T2#
Da Rocha stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tama Ginty.
Tama Ginty uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Da Rocha.
Tama Ginty uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Da Rocha.
Da Rocha misses with a left hand
and Tama Ginty counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice shot by Da Rocha.
Tama Ginty connects with a jab.
Tama Ginty throws a leg kick that misses.
Da Rocha looks to throw the jab but Tama Ginty is out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tama Ginty! But no joy.
Da Rocha paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T3#
Nice shot lands for Tama Ginty.
Tama Ginty lunges at Da Rocha with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Da Rocha's hand.
Da Rocha staying out of range there.
Da Rocha is looking to score with low kicks.
Some wild striking there from Da Rocha.
Tama Ginty misses with an uppercut. Da Rocha saw that one coming.
Tama Ginty delivers a nice body kick.
Da Rocha blocks a leg kick.
Da Rocha misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tama Ginty. #T4#
Da Rocha ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tama Ginty wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tama Ginty throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Da Rocha went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Tama Ginty throws an off balance right hand
and Da Rocha counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Da Rocha misses with a wild combination.
Tama Ginty swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Conrad Tama Ginty seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Da Rocha lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Conrad Tama Ginty will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Da Rocha tests Tama Ginty's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Da Rocha throws a hook but Tama Ginty avoids it easily.
Tama Ginty swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Da Rocha counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Da Rocha has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tama Ginty.
Da Rocha blocks the body kick.
Tama Ginty swings widly with a right hand
and Da Rocha counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A cross from Da Rocha lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tama Ginty throws a poor cross that misses
and Da Rocha counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Da Rocha takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Tama Ginty with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T1#
Da Rocha changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Conrad Tama Ginty seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tama Ginty moves out of range as Da Rocha strikes.
Da Rocha slips under a jab.
Tama Ginty jabs Da Rocha to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tama Ginty takes one to the chin there.
Da Rocha motions for Tama Ginty to come forward. Da Rocha throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tama Ginty lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Da Rocha takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #T2#
Tama Ginty thows a body kick. Da Rocha tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Tama Ginty misses with an uppercut. Da Rocha saw that one coming.
Tama Ginty lands a right hook to the body.
Tama Ginty missing with a left hand there. Da Rocha was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It looked like Da Rocha was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tama Ginty.
Nice body punch from Da Rocha.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tama Ginty scores with a head kick. Da Rocha tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Da Rocha rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tama Ginty makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Da Rocha looks to land a combination. Tama Ginty sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Tama Ginty throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #T3#
Tama Ginty throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Both fighters circling a little - Tama Ginty finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #CL2#
Tama Ginty rushes Da Rocha and presses him up against the cage.
Da Rocha jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Tama Ginty walks away with a smile on his face. Da Rocha gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Some bone on bone action there as Da Rocha checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Da Rocha throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tama Ginty counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tama Ginty throws a leg kick but Da Rocha moved away.
Da Rocha throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tama Ginty cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Tama Ginty. #T4#
A jab from Da Rocha misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tama Ginty! But no joy.
Da Rocha uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tama Ginty.
Tama Ginty looks to throw the jab but Da Rocha is out of range.
Tama Ginty lands with a hook. Da Rocha tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Crunch! Tama Ginty slams his shin into Da Rocha's torso.
Da Rocha misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tama Ginty.
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!
Da Rocha lands a head shot.
Tama Ginty lands with a hook. Da Rocha tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Conrad Tama Ginty!
A very excited looking Conrad Tama Ginty made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: EMP Da Rocha vs Graves
Date: Jul 26, 2019

#R1#
Nice shot by Graves.
Graves throws a good cross that connects.
Da Rocha throws a right hand that Graves ducks under and follows up with a left that Graves also avoids with ease.
Da Rocha tries to clinch up but Graves circles away and keeps his distance.
Da Rocha looks to clinch
and Da Rocha takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Da Rocha closes this distance looking for a takedown but Graves circles away.
Graves has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Da Rocha ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Horrible takedown attempt by Da Rocha or perhaps it was just good defense by Graves, which made it look bad. #TD#
Da Rocha bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Graves struggling a bit here.
Graves is trying to improve his position.
Graves wants to get back to his feet.#T1#
Graves can't do much from the bottom here.
Graves is looking for a sweep.
Graves wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU#
Da Rocha decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Da Rocha 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.
Da Rocha has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tiago Gomes Da Rocha. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Da Rocha shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Da Rocha takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Da Rocha will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Da Rocha shoots in looking for a takedown but Graves manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Da Rocha's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Graves avoids the head kick by Da Rocha.
Graves looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Graves tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T2#
Graves scores with a jab to the body.
Da Rocha shoots in but Graves avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Graves appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Da Rocha dives in and grabs Graves's left leg, looking for a takedown. Graves pushes down on Da Rocha's head and hops out.
Graves looks to throw the jab but Da Rocha is out of range. #KD2#
Graves feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Da Rocha sprawling to the canvas! Da Rocha rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Graves finish him?! #CUT2#
It looks like Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Da Rocha shoots in for a takedown but Graves shows good takedown defense.
Da Rocha gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Graves counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC2#
Da Rocha is rocked!
Da Rocha is breathing heavily.
Graves lunges in with a left hook that violently twists Da Rocha head around and knocks him out cold! Graves hops onto the cage and yells out at the top of his lungs - Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah! They're showing the replay on the big screens now; that was nasty! I hope one of the photographers got a good shot of it.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nick Graves!

Event: EMPLA9
Date: Jul 12, 2019

#R1#
Marley moves out of range of the strikes.
Da Rocha stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Marley.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Marley blocks a jab.
We've been told by Marley's head coaches at The Coffee Shop that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Marley is looking to slow Da Rocha down with leg kicks.
Marley misses with a looping left.
Da Rocha swats away the attempt to clinch by Marley.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Da Rocha! But no joy.
Marley swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Marley tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Marley misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #KD2#
Da Rocha lands a left and a right that send Marley crashing to the mat, dazed. Da Rocha thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#CUT2#
It looks like Buffalo Marley has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marley tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Da Rocha was well out of range. Poor timing from Marley.
A big left from Da Rocha misses.
Da Rocha lands a nice hook to Marley's body. Marley takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Da Rocha throws a series of punches but Marley avoids them all with ease.
Da Rocha misses with a lunging right hand
and Marley counters with a two punch combo. #CL#
Marley instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Da Rocha's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Marley blocks a jab.
Da Rocha misses with a looping right.#T1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Marley.
Da Rocha has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Da Rocha throws a hook to the side of Marley's head but Marley sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL#
Marley takes the fight into the clinch.
Marley tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Marley lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #BC2#
Da Rocha pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Da Rocha swings for the body but Marley moves out of range.
Marley tries to move into range but Da Rocha moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Da Rocha moves forwards but Marley connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A left lands for Da Rocha.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Marley lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Da Rocha has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Da Rocha and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#CL#
Marley has closed the distance and engaged Da Rocha in a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marley swings wildly with an uppercut but Da Rocha uses good head movement to avoid it.
Da Rocha misses with a hook to the ribs.
Marley working aggressively here.
Da Rocha throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Da Rocha is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Da Rocha working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Da Rocha working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Da Rocha slows down the pace here.
Marley doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Da Rocha tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Da Rocha.
Da Rocha tries to throw a body punch but Marley avoids it by throwing Da Rocha back against the cage.
Marley blocks an uppercut.
Da Rocha trying to control the position but instead, Marley has worked for underhooks and has pushed Da Rocha into the cage.
Marley has a couple of punches blocked by Da Rocha.
Marley lands a nice uppercut.
Marley throws a punch but it's blocked by Da Rocha.
Marley connects with a nasty looking knee right to Da Rocha's face. #T3#
Da Rocha takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT#
It looks like Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has been cut.
Marley lands a shot to the body.
Marley using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Da Rocha has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Da Rocha misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Marley.
Marley lands an elbow inside that Da Rocha shrugs off.
Da Rocha blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Marley.
Marley takes a shot to the head.
Da Rocha makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Marley misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Da Rocha breaks from the clinch.
Marley misses with a hook.
Marley uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Da Rocha.
Marley walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Da Rocha checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #CL#
Da Rocha gets tackled into the cage by Marley. Marley maintains the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Da Rocha fails to land.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marley lands a shot to the body.#T4#
Marley tries to throw a body punch but Da Rocha avoids it by throwing Marley back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Da Rocha.
Marley swings wildly with an uppercut but Da Rocha uses good head movement to avoid it.
Da Rocha avoiding damage as Marley throws knees to the body.
Come on Da Rocha - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Marley fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Marley scores with a shot to the side of Da Rocha's head.
Marley makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Marley putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Da Rocha in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
A short right from Marley.
Da Rocha blocks an uppercut.
Da Rocha tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Marley prevents a body shot from Da Rocha.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Da Rocha.
Marley misses with a punch to the body.
Marley blocks an uppercut.
Da Rocha tries to throw a body punch but Marley avoids it by throwing Da Rocha back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Buffalo Marley will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Marley's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Marley is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nice defenses there by Marley.
It looked like Marley was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha throws a lazy uppercut
and Marley counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Marley lands the left hand.
Marley throws a hook but Da Rocha avoids it easily.#CL#
Marley closes the distance and pushes Da Rocha back into the cage.
Da Rocha stalling in the clinch.
Da Rocha blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Marley misses with some punches.
Marley with a knee to the head.
Marley can't find room to land a body shot as Da Rocha controls the action.
Marley blocks a body shot from Da Rocha.
Marley lands a hook to the side of the head.
Marley misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Da Rocha breaks from the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Da Rocha is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Marley.
Marley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marley is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Marley throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Marley swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Da Rocha counter with a right hand.
Marley moves out of range as Da Rocha strikes.
Marley throws a solid leg kick but Da Rocha takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Marley.
Marley takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Marley lands a jab to Da Rocha's midsection.
Da Rocha throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Marley counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Marley on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Marley ducks under a wild hook from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Marley on the side of the head.
Marley connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Da Rocha momentarily.
Marley tries to clinch but Da Rocha is having none of it.
A slow jab from Da Rocha misses its intended target.
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!
Marley throws a leg kick but Da Rocha sees it coming and moves out of range.
Marley is looking to score with low kicks.
Da Rocha connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nice defenses there by Marley.
Marley with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T2#
Marley misses with a right hand
enabling Da Rocha to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC2#
Marley is rocked!
Marley backs away from a small jab... but Da Rocha lunges forward with a huge superman punch! Marley crumples to the ground as his mouth piece is sent flying! Da Rocha with a spectacular finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:10 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!

Event: EMP Tower vs Zulu
Date: Jun 28, 2019

#R1#
Divac ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Da Rocha dips to his left and cracks Divac with an uppercut!#CUT#
It looks like Roman Divac has been cut.
Da Rocha showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Divac.
Da Rocha tries to clinch up.
Divac takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Da Rocha comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Divac swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Divac misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Da Rocha.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Divac lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Da Rocha at a distance.
Da Rocha slips under a jab.
Divac closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Da Rocha ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Divac moves away.#T1#
Da Rocha ducks under a wild hook from Divac.
Da Rocha 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.
Donk. Divac catches Da Rocha right on the button with a cross.
Divac throws a hook but Da Rocha blocks it.
Divac misses the jab.
Divac scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CUT2#
It looks like Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has been cut.
Divac takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Da Rocha cracks a nice hook into Divac's ribs.
Da Rocha lands a head shot.
Divac walks into a left hand.
A combination from Da Rocha does no damage.
Divac dodges the punch combination from Da Rocha. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Da Rocha scores with the left hand. Divac knows he should have avoided that one.
Divac throws a right hand that misses
and Da Rocha counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Da Rocha misses with a double jab.
Divac swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Da Rocha throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Divac is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Da Rocha with a body shot.
Divac dips to his left and cracks Da Rocha with an uppercut!
Da Rocha throws a series of punches but Divac moves out of range.
Da Rocha slips a straight right by Divac.
Da Rocha jabs Divac right on the nose. Divac blinks but takes it well.
Da Rocha scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Divac digs a good hook to Da Rocha's body.
Da Rocha displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Divac throws out the jab. #T3##CL#
Da Rocha moves into the clinch.
Da Rocha lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Da Rocha working aggressively here.
Da Rocha blocking some punches.
Da Rocha misses with a short punch on the inside.
Divac misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Da Rocha decides to pull guard.
Divac postures up and lands a big shot to Da Rocha's brow.
Divac keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Da Rocha's head.#SUB#
Da Rocha is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Divac wants to stand but Da Rocha has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Divac must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Divac working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Da Rocha's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Divac is sitting in close to Da Rocha's body. Da Rocha has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Divac is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Divac is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Da Rocha.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!
Roman Divac spoke after the fight, saying 'Looks like the blind squirrel found a nut. Go play the lottery while you can b/c that 1 in a million shot ain't happening next time you bum!'.

Event: EMP Graves Vs Gagnon
Date: May 31, 2019

#R1#
Da Rocha uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Infidellus.
Infidellus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Infidellus takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Infidellus with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Da Rocha to score with a decent uppercut.#CUT2#
It looks like Crusadius Infidellus has been cut.
Da Rocha has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Da Rocha misses the shot to the body.
Infidellus on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Da Rocha fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Infidellus throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Da Rocha throws a hook but Infidellus blocks it.
Infidellus takes a swing at Da Rocha's ribcage but misses.
Da Rocha swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Da Rocha checks a low kick from Infidellus.
Da Rocha closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Infidellus! Da Rocha dives in looking to finish! Infidellus is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!

Event: EMP Araujo vs Lemieux
Date: May 10, 2019

#R1#
Da Rocha tries to clinch but Mma is having none of it.
Mma misses with an uppercut. Da Rocha saw that one coming.
Jeff Mma seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mma misses with a hook.
Mma motions for Da Rocha to come forward. Mma throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters circling - Mma throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Da Rocha throwing a counter right hand but Mma manages to avoid it.
An inside leg kick lands from Mma.
Mma scores with the left hand. Da Rocha knows he should have avoided that one.
Mma misses with a hook.
Mma takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Da Rocha gets cracked there but stands up to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mma feints a jab promting Da Rocha to slip. Mma then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Da Rocha slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Mma uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Da Rocha.
Mma misses with a straight left.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mma looks to land a body kick but Da Rocha moved away.#T1#
Mma ducks right into an uppercut from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha connects with a nice looking jab.
Da Rocha scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CUT#
It looks like Jeff Mma has been cut.
Mma walks into a left hand.
Mma fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Da Rocha just misses with a punch to the body.
Mma cracks the inside of Da Rocha's front leg.
Mma misses with a straight right.
Da Rocha throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mma takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Da Rocha thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mma looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Da Rocha has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Zero Tolerance in the buildup to the fight.
Da Rocha rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mma moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Mma lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T2#
Da Rocha slips under a jab from Mma.
A jab from Mma misses.
Mma listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
An inside leg kick from Mma misses.
It looked like Da Rocha wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mma takes a swing at Da Rocha's ribcage but misses.
Da Rocha throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mma.
Da Rocha lands with a nice combination. Mma backs away looking to recover.
Da Rocha just misses with a punch to the body.
Mma is looking to land body kicks.
Da Rocha tries to clinch there but Mma circles away.
Da Rocha is looking to clinch.
Mma misses with an uppercut
and Da Rocha counters with a stiff right hand.
Da Rocha misses with an uppercut. Mma saw that one coming.#T3#
Mma throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Da Rocha misses with an uppercut.
Da Rocha has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Mma finds it's way round the side to connect with Da Rocha's head.
Mma throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Mma tries a head kick but it misses.
Mma tries to bum rush Da Rocha with a series of wild strikes but Da Rocha uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Mma lands a nice hook to Da Rocha's body. Da Rocha takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Mma swings away with a body shot that misses
and Da Rocha counters with a one-two to the body.
Mma fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A jab from Da Rocha misses.
A left and a right from Da Rocha both land. Nice combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mma misses with a body punch #CL#
and Da Rocha counters by moving into the clinch. #BC2#
Mma breaks the clinch. #T4#
Mma scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Mma looks to land a right hand but Da Rocha moved out of range.
Da Rocha swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Da Rocha takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CUT2#
It looks like Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has been cut.
Da Rocha slips under a jab.
Mma thows a leg kick but Da Rocha checks it
and Da Rocha counters with a stiff right hand.
Da Rocha swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Mma connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Da Rocha tries to clinch there but Mma circles away.
Da Rocha connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Mma lands a leg kick that knocks Da Rocha off balance momentarily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice leg kick lands there from Mma.
Da Rocha connects with a body shot.
Da Rocha takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jeff Mma will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Mma throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mma scores with a hook to the body. Da Rocha takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Da Rocha misses with a wild combination.
Mma lands a really nice looking cross but Da Rocha seems unphased.
Mma misses with an uppercut
and Da Rocha counters with a three punch combo that has Mma backing up. Mma nods at Da Rocha to acknowledge the strikes.
Mma throws a head kick but Da Rocha moves out of range.
Mma digs a good body shot into Da Rocha's ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mma throws the left hand but Da Rocha avoids the punch easily.
Mma looks to land a right hand but Da Rocha moved out of range.
Da Rocha swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Da Rocha throws a right hand that misses
and Mma counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mma blocks a jab.#T1#
Mma tries to land a leg kick but Da Rocha saw it coming and moves away.
A low kick from Mma misses
and Da Rocha counters with a stiff right hand.
Mma lands a slapping body shot. #CL#
Da Rocha closes the distance and clinches.
Da Rocha tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Mma smiles and moves away.
The fighters circle momentarily. Da Rocha darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Mma throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sloppy strikes from Mma. Those never looked like landing.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mma pushes Da Rocha away with a front kick.
Mma lands a nice looking body kick.
A punch combination from Da Rocha misses.
Mma now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T2#
Mma swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Da Rocha wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mma throws a lazy uppercut
and Da Rocha counters with a lovely straight right hand!
No joy there for Da Rocha, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Mma throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mma lands a nice looking body kick.
Mma throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Da Rocha clinches with his opponent.
A frustrated look appears on Mma's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Da Rocha tries to pull guard but Mma holds him up against the cage and eventually Da Rocha drops back down to his feet.
Mma wants to get back to striking at distance but Da Rocha won't allow it.
Da Rocha tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Mma smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tiago Gomes Da Rocha. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mma throws a low kick but Da Rocha moves out of range easily. #T3#
Da Rocha's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Mma connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Da Rocha scrambles back to his feet.
Mma waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Da Rocha.
Da Rocha tries to counter by clinching up but Mma breaks away and moves out of range.
Da Rocha uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mma.
It looked like Da Rocha wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Mma, right into the meat.
Mma fails to land with a series of punches.
Da Rocha uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mma.
Mma lands with a hook. Da Rocha tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Da Rocha ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mma moves away.
Mma throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mma throws a jab when Da Rocha was well out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Da Rocha on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mma lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Mma keeps Da Rocha at a distance using the push kick. #T4##CL#
Da Rocha clinches with his opponent.
Da Rocha is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Mma to keep the fight standing.#BC2#
Mma pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jeff Mma seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mma keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Mma misses with a right hand
and Da Rocha connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Da Rocha bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mma throws a poor cross that misses
and Mma takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mma takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Mma lands a two punch combo.
Da Rocha lands with an overhand left.
Da Rocha uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mma.
An attempted straight right counter from Da Rocha misses the target.
Mma lets loose with a powerful body kick. Da Rocha will feel that in the morning.
Mma looks to land a body kick but Da Rocha moved away.
Da Rocha throwing a counter right hand but Mma manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jeff Mma showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Mma. Da Rocha shrugs it off though.
Mma throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mma misses with a combination
and Da Rocha counters with a series of strikes. Mma will be more careful next time no doubt.
Mma swings widly with a right hand
and Da Rocha counters with a straight right hand.
Da Rocha tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mma manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mma lands a glancing blow to the side of Da Rocha's head.
Mma misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mma is looking to slow Da Rocha down with leg kicks.
Mma throws a lazy body kick
and Da Rocha counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice body kick there by Mma.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Da Rocha smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T1#
Mma is looking to score with low kicks.
Mma keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mma misses with a lunging right hand
and Da Rocha counters with a nice uppercut.
Da Rocha ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Da Rocha ducks under a wild hook from Mma.
Mma misses with a leg kick
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
and Da Rocha connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mma swings away with a leg kick that misses.#CL#
Da Rocha takes the fight into the clinch.
Da Rocha jumps guard but Mma stands there with Da Rocha around his waist. Da Rocha gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Da Rocha is trying to pull guard but Mma turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Mma working hard to break the clinch.#BC2#
Mma manages to break the clinch. #T2#
Mma lands a head shot.
Mma throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Da Rocha counters with a stiff right hand.
Mma has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Mma swings widly with a right hand
and Da Rocha counters with a stiff right hand.
A shot to the liver by Mma. Beautiful body shot.
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!
Da Rocha misses the shot to the body.
Mma is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Da Rocha ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mma swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Da Rocha connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Da Rocha!
Mma misses with a body shot
and Da Rocha counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC#
Mma is rocked!
Mma blocks a jab.
Mma is still on wobbly legs! Can Da Rocha finish him?
Mma waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Da Rocha.#T3#
Mma takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A slapping body kick lands there for Mma.
Da Rocha will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Da Rocha takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Da Rocha is looking to counter punch.
Mma throws a big shot that misses.
Da Rocha moves out of range of the body kick.
Mma doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Da Rocha lands a nice hook to Mma's body. Mma takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Mma seems to have recovered his senses.
Mma takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Da Rocha blocks a jab.
Mma walks into a straight right hand from Da Rocha.
A left lands for Da Rocha.
Mma ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Da Rocha moves away.
Da Rocha is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Mma.
Mma uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Da Rocha.
Mma digs a good body shot into Da Rocha's ribs.
Mma misses with a body kick.
As Mma looks to move away, Da Rocha throws a big counter combo but Mma just gets out of the way.#T4#
Mma lands a head shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mma connects with a crisp jab.
Mma misses with a wild body shot.
Mma lands a nice leg kick that just misses Da Rocha's sensitive parts.
Mma looks to throw a body kick
and Da Rocha counters with a straight right hand.
Da Rocha avoids a kick to the body.
Mma takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Da Rocha misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mma connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Da Rocha momentarily.
Da Rocha looks to land a left hand but Mma moved out of range nicely.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jeff Mma is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Da Rocha tries to bum rush Mma with a series of wild strikes but Mma uses good footwork to avoid the assault.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Mma 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Jeff Mma!
Jeff Mma 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: EMP Toivonen vs Hole
Date: Apr 20, 2019

#R1#
Dean throws a shot to the body.
Dean throws a poor cross that misses
and Da Rocha counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A jab lands there for Dean.
Dean connects with an inside leg kick.
Dean buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Dean tries a low kick but Da Rocha avoids it.
Dean shoots in looking for a takedown. Da Rocha tries to sprawl out of it but Dean keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Da Rocha manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dean lands a jab to the nose.
Dean connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Dean throws a poor cross that misses
and Da Rocha counters with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Da Rocha has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Dean uses from the top position. #SUB2#
Da Rocha has his foot on Dean's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dean works his way back into a safe position though.#T1#
Dean slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB2#
Da Rocha isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Dean stacks Da Rocha 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 Dean!
Da Rocha is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Da Rocha gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dean slows the pace down in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Da Rocha is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Dean is tapping! Great win for Da Rocha!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!

Event: EMP Toivonen vs Gonza
Date: Mar 22, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Da Rocha has taken the fight to the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Divac's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Da Rocha blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Divac tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A hook to the body from Da Rocha.
Divac working aggressively here.
Da Rocha jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Divac walks away with a smile on his face. Da Rocha gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
A swing and a miss from Da Rocha.
Divac misses with a left hand
and Da Rocha counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Divac throws a lazy uppercut
and Da Rocha counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like Roman Divac has been cut.
Da Rocha misses with a series of wild punches.
An attempted straight right counter from Divac misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Divac misses the jab.
Divac swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Da Rocha counters with a nice body shot.
Divac misses with a hook.
Roman Divac seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Da Rocha throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Divac stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Da Rocha throws a poor cross that misses
and Divac counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A big left from Divac misses.
Divac throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Divac tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Da Rocha was well out of range. Poor timing from Divac.
Da Rocha steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Divac.
Divac throws a poor cross that misses
and Da Rocha counters with a left and a right that stings Divac.
Divac misses the shot to the body.
Da Rocha has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Da Rocha keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Divac throws a poor cross that misses
and Divac takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Divac slips a straight right by Da Rocha.
Divac takes a swing at Da Rocha's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Divac connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Da Rocha momentarily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Da Rocha uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Divac.
Da Rocha takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Da Rocha throws a right hand that misses
and Divac scores with a counter punch that sends Da Rocha to the canvas! Divac smells blood - he's punishing Da Rocha with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Da Rocha has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Roman Divac!
A victorious Roman Divac thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: EMP Jodson vs Y.Sitsongrit
Date: Mar 01, 2019

#R1#
Da Rocha misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Head.
Head feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Da Rochas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Head misses with a hook
and Da Rocha counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Head throws a left and a right that both miss
and Da Rocha counters with a stiff right hand.
Head fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Head misses with a body shot
and Da Rocha counters with a straight right hand.
Head scores with a punch to the head.#CUT#
It looks like Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has been cut.
Head throws a body punch but Da Rocha moves out of range.
Head lands a slapping body shot.
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
Da Rocha wants to counter the offense by Head and move into the clinch position.
Crack Head seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Da Rocha misses with a hook #CL#
and Head counters by moving into the clinch. #BC#
Head escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Head misses with a body punch
and Da Rocha counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1##CL2#
Da Rocha closes the distance and clinches.
Head misses with a short punch on the inside.
Da Rocha is trying to pull guard but Head has him pressed against the cage.#TD2#
Da Rocha pulls guard successfully. #SUB2#
Da Rocha is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Head defends well.#SUB2#
Da Rocha has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Head should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Da Rocha has tightened it up now! Head should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!
In defeat, Crack Head stepped up to the mic, saying 'I eat enemy placenta for breakfast'.

Event: EMP MacGowan vs Snowdon
Date: Feb 02, 2019

#R1#
Divac throws a lazy right hand but Da Rocha sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Roman Divac seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Da Rocha blocks a jab.
Divac showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Da Rocha.
Divac rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Da Rocha cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Da Rocha misses with a body punch
and Divac cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Divac just misses with a punch to the body.
A big right from Da Rocha misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Divac throws a lazy uppercut
and Da Rocha cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#
It looks like Roman Divac has been cut.
Da Rocha swings for the body but Divac moves out of range.
Divac walks into a left hand.
Da Rocha misses with an uppercut. #T1#
Divac misses the body punch #CL2#
and Da Rocha holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Divac has a couple of punches blocked by Da Rocha.
I was talking to Divac's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Da Rocha lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Divac.
Divac throws a head punch that misses.
Da Rocha blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Divac misses with a short punch on the inside.
Divac has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Da Rocha leaning against his opponent.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Divac.
Still in the clinch, Da Rocha scores with a nice short uppercut.
Da Rocha pushes Divac back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Divac breaks from the clinch.
Da Rocha jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Da Rocha circles away from the clinch attempt
and Da Rocha counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Divac throws a one two combo. #CUT#
It looks like Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Divac waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Da Rocha.
Da Rocha displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Divac throws out the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Da Rocha! But no joy.
Divac misses with a right hand
and Da Rocha connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A telegraphed right hand from Da Rocha misses the target.
Da Rocha fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Divac looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Divac is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Da Rocha.
Nice uppercut there from Divac.
Divac lands with a straight right. Da Rocha didn't see that one coming.#ROC#
Da Rocha is rocked!
Divac ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Da Rocha's jaw. Da Rocha's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Divac does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Roman Divac!
Roman Divac decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: DUEL 204
Date: Jan 05, 2019

#R1#
Wallace jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Da Rocha misses with a straight left.
Wallace swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Da Rocha counter with a right hand.
Wallace slips a jab and a cross from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Wallace tries to bum rush Da Rocha with a series of wild strikes but Da Rocha uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nice defenses there by Wallace.
Wallace takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Da Rocha missing with a left hand there. Wallace was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Da Rocha throws out a loose jab but Wallace uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wallace's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Da Rocha connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Wallace scrambles back to his feet.
Wallace misses with a hook. Da Rocha ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Wallace misses with a hook to the body
and Da Rocha cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fighters circling - Da Rocha throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wallace looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Da Rocha swinging wildly here.
Da Rocha misses with a wild combination.
Wallace misses with a two punch combination.
Da Rocha rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Wallace counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Wallace uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Da Rocha.
Wallace swings for the body but Da Rocha moves out of range.
Da Rocha steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Wallace.
Da Rocha has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Wallace ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T2#
Da Rocha misses with an uppercut. Wallace saw that one coming.
Wallace digs a good body shot into Da Rocha's ribs.
Wallace throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Da Rocha is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Wallace with a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wallace throws a hook to the side of Da Rocha's head but Da Rocha sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Da Rocha ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Wallace slips under a jab from Da Rocha.
Wallace misses with a body shot.
Wallace misses with a jab to the body
and Da Rocha counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A big right from Wallace misses.
Da Rocha swings for the body but Wallace moves out of range.
Wallace throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3#
Da Rocha throws an overhand right that lands on Wallace's shoulder, as Wallace tries to avoid the shot.
Da Rocha throws a right hand that misses
and Da Rocha takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A decent looking cross lands there for Wallace.
Da Rocha wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Wallace slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Da Rocha throws an overhand right that lands on Wallace's shoulder, as Wallace tries to avoid the shot.
Wallace misses with a right hand
and Wallace takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Da Rocha lands with a straight right. Wallace didn't see that one coming.
Wallace throws a right hand that misses
enabling Da Rocha to counter with a crisp jab.
Da Rocha throws a lazy right hand but Wallace sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A big right from Da Rocha misses.
Wallace throws a right hand that misses
and Da Rocha counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Da Rocha cracks Wallace with an open hand slap.#ROC2#
Wallace is rocked!
A big left from Da Rocha misses.
Oh Wallace is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Da Rocha might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
A telegraphed right hand from Wallace misses the target.
Wallace seems to have got his legs back now.
Da Rocha misses the jab.
Da Rocha's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Wallace connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Da Rocha scrambles back to his feet.
Da Rocha looks to land a left hand but Wallace moved out of range nicely.
Da Rocha avoids a punch combination nicely.
Wallace sets himself, and Da Rocha steps forward looking for the clinch! Wallace avoids it this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tiago Gomes Da Rocha dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Wallace throws a lazy uppercut
and Da Rocha counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wallace throws an off balance right hand
and Da Rocha counters with a nice uppercut.
Wallace throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Da Rocha throws an overhand right that lands on Wallace's shoulder, as Wallace tries to avoid the shot.
Da Rocha takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Wallace misses with a looping right.
Wallace swings widly with a right hand
enabling Da Rocha to counter with a crisp jab.
Wallace misses with a hook
and Da Rocha counters with a nice uppercut.
Da Rocha scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Wallace throws a right hand that misses
and Da Rocha counters with a stiff right hand.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Wallace might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Da Rocha cracks Wallace with a brutal left hook that knocks him out cold! This one is over in a flash! Game over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha is the new middleweight champion!

Event: DUEL194 Wrexham v Experiment
Date: Nov 24, 2018

#R1#
Da Rocha misses with a series of wild punches.
Falco feinted with a counter takedown.
A telegraphed right hand from Da Rocha misses the target.
Falco appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Da Rocha keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Falco falls off balance throwing a combination
and Da Rocha counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Max Falco has been cut.
Falco misses with a body shot
and Falco takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Falco misses with a takedown attempt #KD2#
and Da Rocha counters with a nice right hand that sends Falco toppling to the canvas! Falco scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Da Rocha finish him?!#ROC2#
Falco is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Da Rocha closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Falco out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!

Event: DFN#56 Fakiiri vs Napoleon
Date: Oct 20, 2018

#R1#
Wallace misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Da Rocha counters with a stiff right hand.
Wallace feints a jab promting Da Rocha to slip. Wallace then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Da Rocha slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Wallace avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Wallace is looking for a counter combo.
Nice cross by Da Rocha.
Da Rocha scores with a nice right hand.
Wallace looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Wallace pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Da Rocha back to the cage. Wallace follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Wallace throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Da Rocha connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC2#
Wallace is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wallace throws out a powerful jab.
Da Rocha throws a nice looking combination but Wallace bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A decent looking cross lands there for Da Rocha.
Oh Wallace is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
Wallace scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Wallace seems to have got his legs back now.
Da Rocha misses with an uppercut
and Wallace counters with a big right hand! Oh Da Rocha is in trouble here! Wallace follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). William Wallace!
During a confident post fight interview, William Wallace thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: DFN#54 Barca vs Ridgeway
Date: Sep 22, 2018

#R1#
Da Rocha uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Knight.
Da Rocha seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A left and a right from Knight both land. Nice combination. #CL2#
Knight closes the distance and clinches.
Da Rocha lands a right hand.
Da Rocha lands a hook to the side of the head.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Knight has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Da Rocha prevents a body shot from Knight.
Da Rocha tries to work over Knight's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Knight tries to pull guard but Da Rocha won't allow it.
A shot in the inside from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha lands with a short shot to the head.
Da Rocha misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Knight tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Da Rocha swings wildly with an uppercut but Knight uses good head movement to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Knight is trying to pull guard but Da Rocha turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Da Rocha tries to throw a body punch but Knight avoids it by throwing Da Rocha back against the cage.
Da Rocha misses with some punches.
Da Rocha misses with a punch on the inside.
Knight blocking some punches.
Da Rocha has a couple of punches blocked by Knight. #T1#
Da Rocha takes a shot to the head.
Da Rocha stalling in the clinch.
Da Rocha lands a right hand that snaps the head of Knight backwards.
Da Rocha swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Knight blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Da Rocha lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Knight backwards.
Da Rocha lands a nice shot to the body. #TD2#
Knight gets control of Da Rocha's arms and successfully pulls guard. Knight will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Knight looking for a guillotine here but Da Rocha defends easily. #ES2#
Knight is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Da Rocha lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Knight backwards.
Knight misses with a short punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Knight lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Da Rocha 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.
Da Rocha misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
Knight is trying to pull guard but Da Rocha has him pressed against the cage.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kenny Knight.
Knight tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Knight takes a shot to the head.
Da Rocha misses with some punches.
Da Rocha lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Knight tries to pull guard but Da Rocha forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Knight tries to pull guard but Da Rocha forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Da Rocha lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Da Rocha goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Da Rocha lands a left hand.
Knight doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Knight tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Knight blocking some punches.
Knight is trying to pull guard but Da Rocha has him pressed against the cage.
Da Rocha misses with a punch to the body.
Knight tries to pull guard but Da Rocha holds him up against the cage and eventually Knight drops back down to his feet.
Da Rocha misses with the head strike.
Da Rocha tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Knight is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Da Rocha to keep the fight standing.#T3#
Da Rocha makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Knight jumps guard but Da Rocha stands there with Knight around his waist. Knight gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Da Rocha scores with a nice short uppercut.
Da Rocha blocks an uppercut.
Knight scores with a shot to the side of Da Rocha's head. #TD2#
Knight pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB2#
Knight escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Da Rocha gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SU#
Knight is working an open guard so Da Rocha takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Knight looks to score with a jab to the body but Da Rocha is just out of range.
Da Rocha is looking to counter punch.#CL2#
Knight has closed the distance and engaged Da Rocha in a clinch.
Da Rocha throws a punch but it's blocked by Knight.
Knight tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Da Rocha smiles and moves away.
Knight lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Da Rocha circles away quickly and effectively.
Knight fails with the takedown.#T4#
Knight throws a leg kick that is checked
and Da Rocha counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Knight tries to close the distance and clinch but Da Rocha swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Knight lands a body shot.
Knight tries to clinch
and Da Rocha counters with a big right hand! Oh Knight is in trouble here! Da Rocha follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!

Event: DUEL#175 Furia vs Muller
Date: Aug 18, 2018

#R1#
Da Rocha throws a big shot that misses.
Zidane feints the counter takedown.
Zidane wants to clinch
and Da Rocha counters with a straight right hand.
Da Rocha fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zidane manages to avoid it.
Da Rocha tests Zidane's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Da Rocha lands with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Rocha scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #T1#
Da Rocha lands a jab to the nose.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Da Rocha throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Zidane stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Da Rocha 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.
Da Rocha throws a right hand that misses #TD2#
and Zidane counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB#
Da Rocha has his foot on Zidane's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Zidane works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Da Rocha throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Da Rocha has momentary wrist control but Zidane slips an elbow through the middle.
Zidane controlling from the top position.
Zidane throws a big elbow that misses.
Zidane works over Da Rocha with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Da Rocha is looking for a triangle but Zidane pushes his legs off easily. #T2#
Zidane postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Zidane got a little sloppy there for a moment and Da Rocha has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Zidane has managed to get both his arms back between Da Rocha's legs - danger averted.
Da Rocha preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Da Rocha had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zidane defends it easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Da Rocha is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zidane defends well.
Zidane is working Da Rocha over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB#
Da Rocha throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Da Rocha looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Zidane has picked Da Rocha up and slammed him! Da Rocha can't keep hold of the triangle and Zidane manages to pass to side control!
Zidane working the ground and pound.
Da Rocha is letting Zidane control him for a moment.
Da Rocha taking a bit of punishment here - Zidane scoring with strikes.
Da Rocha is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Zidane landing strikes.
Da Rocha is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Zidane trying to control the action but Da Rocha is working from the bottom.
Zidane landing strikes.
Zidane in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Zidane is working Da Rocha over with some ground and pound from side control.
Da Rocha is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Zidane landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Zidane working the head with strikes.
Da Rocha is looking to regain half guard here but Zidane keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
Zidane lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Da Rocha down.
Da Rocha is looking to regain half guard here but Zidane keeps moving and retains side control.
Da Rocha takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Da Rocha sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Da Rocha looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Zidane is trying to control. Da Rocha wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Zidane working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Zidane is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Da Rocha actively working from the bottom here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Da Rocha is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Zidane scores with a couple of nice shots.
Da Rocha wants to improve his position but Zidane is controlling well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Zarko Zidane will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Zidane shoots and misses
and Zidane takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Zidane defending well as Da Rocha loads up on a big left hand.
Da Rocha scores with a jab. Zidane acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
The fighters circling - Da Rocha throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Da Rocha slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Rocha throws the left hand but Zidane avoids the punch easily.
Zidane drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Da Rocha defends it well.
Da Rocha misses with a jab, cross combination.
Da Rocha throws a shot from downtown. Zidane moves away and avoids it.
Zidane with the counter takedown but Da Rocha avoids it easily.#T1#
Zidane uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Zidane shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Da Rocha but Da Rocha pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Zidane slips a jab from Da Rocha.
Zarko Zidane is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Zidane shoots for a double leg takedown but Da Rocha sprawls well. He's pushed Zidane's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zarko Zidane.
Zidane moves out of range as Da Rocha strikes.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Da Rocha misses with a straight right. #T2##TD2#
Zidane gets the takedown into side control.
Da Rocha is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Zidane off and has taken his back!
Da Rocha biding his time, looking for the opening. #SU#
Despite having Zidane's back, Da Rocha says stuff this ground business - let's go for a knockout! Zidane seems baffled but is happy to be out of the difficult position!
Decent striking displayed by Da Rocha there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Da Rocha tries to bum rush Zidane with a series of wild strikes but Zidane uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T3#
Zidane shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Da Rocha as he jumps to the side.
Da Rocha appears to be looking for a big counter.
Da Rocha stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Da Rocha wants it to stay on the feet.
Zidane shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #TD2#
Zidane scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Da Rocha is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Zidane creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#T4#
Da Rocha manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Da Rocha is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zidane pulls his head out easily.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Zidane connects with a nice short shot to Da Rocha's temple. #SUB#
Da Rocha looking for subs from the bottom but Zidane mounts him!
Da Rocha tries to reverse the position but Zidane maintains control.
Da Rocha regains half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Da Rocha is refusing to be controlled, as Zidane sits in half guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB#
Da Rocha looking for submissions off his back.
Zidane sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Let's hope that Zidane has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tiago Gomes Da Rocha dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Da Rocha ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zidane moves away.
Zidane feints the counter takedown.
Zidane darts in looking for a takedown but Da Rocha gets double underhooks and turns Zidane into the cage.
Zidane gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Zidane takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD2#
Da Rocha gets caught flat footed, as Zidane shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Rocha keeping moving, preventing Zidane from controlling successfully.
Zidane is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Zidane stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Da Rocha swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Zidane connects with a couple of short punches.
Zidane connects with a couple of short punches.
Zidane postures up in Da Rocha's guard and throws a big left but Da Rocha blocks it. #SUB#
Da Rocha has his foot on Zidane's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Zidane works his way back into a safe position though.
Zidane controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Zidane lands a couple of elbows.
Zidane is in close to Da Rocha's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Zidane keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Da Rocha's head.#SUB#
Da Rocha has his foot on Zidane's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Zidane works his way back into a safe position though.
Zidane makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB#
Da Rocha has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Zidane can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Zidane controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Zidane lands a couple of digs.#T2#
Zidane scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB#
Da Rocha working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Zidane has passed into half guard! #SUB#
Da Rocha actively working from the bottom here.
Zidane trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Da Rocha is defending against the submission attempts here by Zidane. #SUB#
Da Rocha actively working from the bottom here.
Zidane is keen to just control but Da Rocha is a slippery customer.
Zidane is nestled in close to Da Rocha, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Nice strikes from Zidane there.
Da Rocha is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Da Rocha is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Da Rocha looking for submissions off his back.
Zidane looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#ROC2#
Da Rocha is rocked!#SUB#
Da Rocha with the active half guard here but Zidane passes nicely into side control.
Oh Da Rocha is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Zidane moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Zarko Zidane has got the better of the ground game so far.
Zidane cracks Da Rocha with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Zidane immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Da Rocha is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Zidane!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Zarko Zidane!
Zarko Zidane thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: NJMMA 64
Date: Jul 21, 2018

#R1#
Da Rocha takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Graves swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Da Rocha connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Da Rocha throws an overhand right that lands on Graves's shoulder, as Graves tries to avoid the shot. #CL#
Graves closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Graves blocks an uppercut.
Da Rocha wants to stall.
Da Rocha misses with a punch to the body.
Graves lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Da Rocha scores with a nice short uppercut.
Graves throws a head punch that misses.
A short left from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha lands with a light punch inside.
Da Rocha tries to stall but Graves uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Graves lands with a short shot to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Da Rocha misses with some punches.
Da Rocha presses Graves against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Da Rocha creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Da Rocha is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Graves is keeping busy.
Graves tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #T1#
Graves misses with a knee strike.
Da Rocha makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Da Rocha struggles to land a body shot inside as Graves controls his hands.
A knee to the head by Graves. #CUT#
It looks like Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has been cut.
Graves tries to land knees in the clinch but Da Rocha avoids the damage to the body.
Da Rocha throws a head punch that misses.
Graves stalls.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Da Rocha tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Da Rocha.
Graves misses with a knee strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Graves.
A knee to the head by Graves.
Graves misses with a knee strike.
Graves lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Graves trying to stall but Da Rocha improves his position.
Da Rocha misses with a punch to the body.
Da Rocha is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes. #T2#
Graves tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Da Rocha avoids it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Graves.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Da Rocha trying to control the position but instead, Graves has worked for underhooks and has pushed Da Rocha into the ropes.
Graves landing knees to the body.
Graves lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Da Rocha working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Graves lands with a right to the head.
Da Rocha blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Graves blocking some punches.
Graves blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Our sources have told us that Graves has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Graves obliges.
Graves throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Da Rochas head.
Graves misses with a hook from the clinch.
Graves blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Graves trying to land knees to the body.
Graves is trying to maintain a safe position but Da Rocha gets an underhook and turns Graves into the ropes.#T3#
Da Rocha tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Graves's elbow.
Da Rocha tries to stall but Graves uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Graves tries to land a knee to the head but Da Rocha blocks with his arms.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Graves throws a knee to the head but misses.
Graves pushes Da Rocha back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Da Rocha doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Graves blocks an uppercut.
Graves tries to land knees in the clinch but Da Rocha avoids the damage to the body.
Graves with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Graves swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Graves pushes Da Rocha back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Da Rocha misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Graves swings wildly with an uppercut but Da Rocha uses good head movement to avoid it.
Da Rocha lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Da Rocha swings wildly with an uppercut but Graves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Graves manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #T4#
Da Rocha has a couple of punches blocked by Graves.
Da Rocha fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Da Rocha.
Nice body punch from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha misses with a short punch on the inside.
Graves misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Da Rocha.
A nice left hand lands by Graves.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Da Rocha misses with a body punch.
Graves landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Graves throws a head punch that misses.
Da Rocha swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Graves misses with some punches.
Da Rocha is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Graves lands a nice knee to the body.
Graves lands a nice uppercut.
Graves tries to land a knee to the head but Da Rocha blocks with his arms.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nick Graves dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tiago Gomes Da Rocha's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Graves throws a big shot that misses.
Graves misses with a jab to the body
and Da Rocha counters with a straight right hand.
Graves wants to clinch but Da Rocha slips to the side
and Da Rocha connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Da Rocha avoids the body shot from Graves.
Graves pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Graves blocks a jab.
Graves is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Da Rocha can do to turn this around?
Graves connects with a jab and follows up with a big overhand right! Oh that's hurt Da Rocha! He's out on his feet! Graves rushes in and drops Da Rocha with another big right hand, forcing the referee to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Nick Graves!
Nick Graves retains his middleweight title!

Event: NJMMA Friday Night Fights 7
Date: Jun 22, 2018

#R1#
Da Rocha misses with a hook. Zylo ducked under it nicely.
Zylo tries to clinch but Da Rocha moves out of range.
Da Rocha scores with a decent looking hook.
Da Rocha 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.
Zylo swings for the body but Da Rocha moves out of range.
Zylo swings for the body but Da Rocha moves out of range.
A combination from Da Rocha does no damage.
It seemed like Zylo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Da Rocha uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Zylo.
Zylo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Da Rocha moves away.
Zylo moves in looking to clinch but Da Rocha pushes him off.
A little feinted left hand from Da Rocha on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've been informed that Zylo has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Zylo misses the target.
Zylo scores with a sloppy right hand. Da Rocha should have avoided that one.
Da Rocha lands a jab-cross combination.
Zylo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A telegraphed right hand from Zylo misses the target.
Da Rocha swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
Zylo jabs at Da Rocha's body.
Zylo swings away with a body shot that misses #KD#
and Da Rocha counters with a crisp one two that drops Zylo! Da Rocha thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Zylo to his feet! Zylo is in big trouble!#ROC#
Zylo is rocked!
Zylo scores with a nice head shot.
Da Rocha misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Zylo.
Zylo missing with a left hand there. Da Rocha was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Zylo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Zylo misses with a looping right.
Zylo lands with a shot to the body.
Zylo misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Da Rocha counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Zylo lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Zylo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ares Zylo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Zylo connects with a jab.
Da Rocha bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Zylo scores with a jab. Da Rocha acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Zylo is looking to clinch but Da Rocha is avoiding it.
Zylo swings away with a body shot that misses
and Da Rocha counters with a stiff right hand.
Zylo loads up on a big right hand but Da Rocha slips the punch.
Da Rocha throws a jab but it's blocked by Zylo.
Zylo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Da Rocha showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Zylo.
Da Rocha avoids the body shot from Zylo.
A jab from Zylo finds it's way through Da Rocha's defenses. #CL2#
Zylo has taken the fight to the clinch.
Zylo looking to throw knees to the head but Da Rocha is blocking nicely. #T3#
Zylo throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Da Rocha blocks it with crossed arms.
Zylo blocks a body shot from Da Rocha.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Da Rocha.
Zylo tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Zylo looking to throw knees to the head but Da Rocha is blocking nicely.
A knee to the head by Zylo.
Da Rocha lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Zylo misses with a punch to the body.
Da Rocha misses with a short punch on the inside.
Da Rocha leaning against his opponent.
Zylo blocking some punches.
Da Rocha scores with a hook to the body.
Da Rocha is trying to pull guard but Zylo turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Da Rocha is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Zylo is keeping busy.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A short body shot lands from Da Rocha as the two fighters clinch.
Zylo looks winded!
Da Rocha misses with a hook from the clinch.
Zylo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from Da Rocha. #T4#
Da Rocha is working Zylo over against the cage.
Da Rocha lands with a short head shot on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Da Rocha works on Zylo's body with a couple of short punches.
Da Rocha throws a punch but it's blocked by Zylo.
Da Rocha lands a body shot in the clinch.
Da Rocha gets through Zylo's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Zylo missing with knees to the body.
Da Rocha lands a body punch in the clinch.
Da Rocha jumps guard but Zylo stands there with Da Rocha around his waist. Da Rocha gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Da Rocha tries to pull guard but Zylo forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tiago Gomes Da Rocha. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Da Rocha is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Da Rocha digs a right hand underneath Zylo's ribcage. Zylo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Da Rocha wants to stall.
Zylo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Zylo connects with a knee to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ares Zylo dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Zylo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Da Rocha counter with a right hand. #CUT#
It looks like Ares Zylo has been cut.
Zylo bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Zylo.
Da Rocha swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Zylo uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Zylo misses the shot to the body.
Zylo throws out a loose jab but Da Rocha uses good head movement to avoid it.
Zylo throws a jab when Da Rocha was well out of range.
Zylo jabs Da Rocha right on the nose. Da Rocha blinks but takes it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fight stays on the outside here - Da Rocha looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A lazy left from Zylo finds it's target.#T1#
Zylo tries to clinch but Da Rocha moves out of range.
Da Rocha throwing a counter right hand but Zylo manages to avoid it.
Da Rocha throws the left hand but Zylo avoids the punch easily.
Zylo closes the distance looking to clinch #KD#
and Da Rocha counters with a crisp one two that drops Zylo! Da Rocha thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Zylo to his feet! Zylo is in big trouble!
Zylo is still on wobbly legs! Can Da Rocha finish him?
Da Rocha punishes Zylo's body with a nice straight punch.
Zylo gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Da Rocha gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Zylo is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!

Event: NJMMA #56
Date: May 19, 2018

#R1#
Da Rocha misses with a looping right.
Graves looks to clinch
and Da Rocha counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A jab from Graves finds it's way through Da Rocha's defenses.
Graves fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Da Rocha manages to avoid it.
Graves misses with a body punch
and Da Rocha counters with a stiff right hand. #CL#
Graves clinches up against the cage.
Da Rocha working aggressively here.
Da Rocha stalling in the clinch but Graves improves position.
Graves scores a nice knee to the body.
Graves tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Da Rocha avoids it.
Graves blocking some punches.
Graves blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Da Rocha.
Graves lands a hook that snaps the head of Da Rocha backwards.
Da Rocha avoiding damage as Graves throws knees to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Da Rocha is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Da Rocha. #T1#
Da Rocha is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Graves swings wildly with an uppercut but Da Rocha uses good head movement to avoid it.
Graves softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Da Rocha working aggressively here.
Da Rocha struggles to land a body shot inside as Graves controls his hands.
Da Rocha looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Da Rocha lands with a left to the head.
Graves tries to land a knee to the head but Da Rocha blocks with his arms.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Da Rocha.
Graves blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Graves lands a good knee to the midsection. Da Rocha won't want to take too many of those.
Graves with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Da Rocha working aggressively here.
Graves lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Da Rocha backwards.
Graves lands a shoulder strike.
Da Rocha lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Da Rocha doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Da Rocha doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Knees in the clinch landing for Graves.
Da Rocha looks winded!#T2#
Graves misses with a hook from the clinch.
Da Rocha lands a right hand.
Graves is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Da Rocha is defending well for now.
A short left from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Graves throws a head punch that misses.
Da Rocha content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Graves blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Da Rocha being controlled against the cage.
Da Rocha blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Graves landing knees to the head.
Still in the clinch, Graves scores with a nice short uppercut.
Graves misses with a punch to the body.
Graves tries to land a knee to the head but Da Rocha blocks with his arms.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Da Rocha.
Graves lands a good knee to the midsection. Da Rocha won't want to take too many of those.
Da Rocha tries a body shot but Graves blocks it. #T3#
Da Rocha misses with a hook to the ribs.
Da Rocha throws a head punch that misses.
Graves throws a punch but it's blocked by Da Rocha.
Da Rocha jumps guard but Graves turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Da Rocha swings wildly with an uppercut but Graves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Graves working Da Rocha over with knees to the body.
Da Rocha tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Graves's elbow.
A bit of stalling here from Graves.
Da Rocha scores with a shoulder strike.
Da Rocha on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Graves displaying some good clinch control by pressing Da Rocha up against the cage.
Da Rocha tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Da Rocha is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Graves lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short body shot lands from Graves as the two fighters clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Graves fails to land. #T4#
Graves unloads a knee to the mid-section.
A short right from Graves.
Graves landing knees to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Graves content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Graves unloads a knee to the mid-section. Da Rocha lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Da Rocha's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Graves lands a left hand that snaps the head of Da Rocha backwards.
Graves throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Da Rochas head.
Graves unloads a knee to the mid-section. Da Rocha lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Graves lands a big knee to the head and Da Rocha goes down! Graves pounces and finishes the fight with strikes! He jumps to his feet and celebrates with the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nick Graves!
Nick Graves retains his middleweight title!
After the big win, Nick Graves made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Aspire Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: NJMMA #52
Date: Apr 21, 2018

#R1#
Donk. Dean catches Da Rocha right on the button with a cross.
Da Rocha misses with a wild body shot.
Da Rocha dodges the punch combination from Dean. #CL#
Da Rocha closes the distance and clinches.
Dean trying to control the position but instead, Da Rocha has worked for underhooks and has pushed Dean into the cage.#BC2#
Dean manages to break the clinch.
Dean misses with a wild combination.
Da Rocha throwing a counter right hand but Dean manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Rocha goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CUT#
It looks like William Ralph Dean has been cut.
Da Rocha uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dean.
Da Rocha is looking to counter the offense by Dean and move into the clinch.
Dean lands a jab to the head.
Dean misses with an uppercut. Da Rocha saw that one coming.
A counter left hand to the body from Da Rocha misses its target.#T1#
Nice cross by Dean.
William Ralph Dean seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dean misses with an uppercut. Da Rocha saw that one coming.
Dean misses with a looping left.
Da Rocha ducks under a wild hook from Dean.
Da Rocha takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Dean looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dean swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Da Rocha drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Dean misses with a lunging right hand
and Da Rocha cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dean misses with a body punch
letting Da Rocha counter with a right hand.
Dean loads up on a big right hand but Da Rocha slips the punch.
A big right from Da Rocha misses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A punch combination from Dean misses.
Da Rocha scores with a one two! Dean had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #T2#
Dean takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dean.
Dean jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dean throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Da Rocha sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Da Rocha throws a nice looking combination but Dean bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL#
Da Rocha moves into the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Da Rocha as Dean tries to tie him up.
Dean tries to break the clinch but Da Rocha is controlling the position. #BC2#
Dean pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Da Rocha scores with a sloppy right hand. Dean should have avoided that one.
Dean misses with a double jab.
Da Rocha looks to throw the jab but Dean is out of range.
Dean misses with a right hand
and Da Rocha counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T3#
Dean throws a series of punches but Da Rocha moves out of range.
Dean misses with a right hand
letting Da Rocha counter with a right hand.
Dean takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #ROC#
Dean is rocked!
Dean swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Da Rocha counters with a huge left! Dean is in big trouble! He's backing up but Da Rocha isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Dean from any more damage. A dominating finish by Da Rocha!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!

Event: PFF 26 Gagnon Vs Nurmy
Date: Mar 24, 2018

#R1#
Da Rocha slips a straight right by Pinkman.
Da Rocha misses with an uppercut.
Pinkman looks to score with a jab to the body but Da Rocha is just out of range.
Da Rocha misses with a lunging right hand
and Pinkman counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Da Rocha throws a left and a right that both miss
and Pinkman counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Pinkman staying out of range there.
A jab from Pinkman finds it's way through Da Rocha's defenses.
Pinkman lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Rocha misses with a right hand
and Pinkman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Pinkman misses with an uppercut
and Da Rocha counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Jesse Pinkman has been cut.
Left hook, right uppercut from Pinkman.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pinkman connects with a nice looking jab. #T1#
Da Rocha takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Da Rocha getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Nice jab there from Pinkman.
Da Rocha seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Da Rocha takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Da Rocha takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Pinkman takes a swing at Da Rocha's ribcage but misses.
As Pinkman tries to get set, Da Rocha tries to push him back and clinch up but Pinkman manages to avoid the attempt.
Pinkman loads up on a big right hand but Da Rocha slips the punch.
Pinkman moves into range and connects with a jab.
Da Rocha looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Da Rocha with a nice cross.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Da Rocha blocks a jab.
Pinkman throws a predictable looking body shot
and Da Rocha scores with a counter punch that sends Pinkman to the canvas! Da Rocha smells blood - he's punishing Pinkman with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Pinkman has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!

Event: PFF 22 Steve vs Allen
Date: Feb 24, 2018

#R1#
McGucken throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McGucken tries for a takedown but Da Rocha circles away easily
and Da Rocha counters with a stiff right hand. #CL2#
McGucken closes the distance and pushes Da Rocha back into the cage.
Da Rocha avoiding damage as McGucken throws knees to the body.
Da Rocha managing to block the knees to the body from McGucken. #TD#
Da Rocha gets control of McGucken's arms and successfully pulls guard. Da Rocha will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
McGucken postures up and lands a big shot to Da Rocha's brow.
McGucken postures up in Da Rocha's guard and throws a big left but Da Rocha blocks it. #SUB#
McGucken avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Da Rocha escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. McGucken gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Da Rocha working for a triangle but McGucken defends it easily. #SUB#
Da Rocha is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
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!
McGucken has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Da Rocha is proving hard to escape from. #T1##SUB#
Da Rocha looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Da Rocha has his feet on McGucken's thighs here. He's pushed McGucken off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! McGucken screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!

Event: PFF 17 - Grabber vs Turkey
Date: Jan 20, 2018

#R1#
Da Rocha on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Da Rocha scores with a hook.#CL#
Da Rocha clinches up with Hague and pushes him back against the cage.
Hague gets through Da Rocha's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hague.
Da Rocha jumps guard but Hague turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hague.
Hague swings wildly with an uppercut but Da Rocha uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hague fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Da Rocha.
A head punch on the inside from Hague fails to land.
A hook to the body from Da Rocha.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hague.
A nice left hand lands by Da Rocha.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Da Rocha.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Da Rocha.
Da Rocha scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hague misses with a punch on the inside.
Da Rocha lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hague tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Da Rocha.
Hague's coach down at was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Hague's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Da Rocha tries a body shot but Hague blocks it.
Da Rocha gets through Hague's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T1#
Hague tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Da Rocha's elbow.
A nice left hand lands by Da Rocha.
Da Rocha lands a right hand.
Hague misses with the head strike.
Da Rocha slows down the pace here.
Hague swings wildly with an uppercut but Da Rocha uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Da Rocha jumps into guard, dragging Hague to the mat. #SUB#
Da Rocha working for a triangle but Hague defends it easily. #SUB#
Da Rocha is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Da Rocha has his foot on Hague's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hague works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Da Rocha working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hague doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Da Rocha is tightening it up a little... Hague has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Hague reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Hague taps out! Nice BJJ there by Da Rocha!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!

Event: PFF 14w Chavez vs Kane
Date: Jan 03, 2018

#R1#
Da Rocha cracks Okoroji with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CL#
Da Rocha moves into the clinch successfully.
Da Rocha tries to throw a body punch but Okoroji avoids it by throwing Da Rocha back against the cage.
Okoroji fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Okoroji misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Okoroji looking to slow down the pace here.
Da Rocha blocks a body shot from Okoroji.
Okoroji pushes Da Rocha back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
The referee calls for Da Rocha to work.
Okoroji trying to control the position but instead, Da Rocha has worked for underhooks and has pushed Okoroji into the cage.
Good body shot from Okoroji.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoroji struggles to land a body shot inside as Da Rocha controls his hands.
Okoroji misses with a punch to the body.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Da Rocha.
Da Rocha lands a shoulder strike. #T1#
Okoroji tries to throw a body punch but Da Rocha avoids it by throwing Okoroji back against the cage.
Okoroji doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Da Rocha misses with a punch on the inside.
Okoroji is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Da Rocha lands a nice shot to the body.
Da Rocha working aggressively here.
Okoroji being controlled against the cage.
Okoroji misses with a body punch.
Da Rocha fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Come on Da Rocha - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
The referee calls for Da Rocha to work.
Okoroji misses with a punch to the body.
Okoroji misses with a hook to the ribs.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Da Rocha.#T2#
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Da Rocha seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Da Rocha lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Okoroji backwards.
Da Rocha is pushing Okoroji up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Tiago Gomes Da Rocha.
Okoroji connects with an inside leg kick.
Okoroji throws a nice inside leg kick.
Okoroji takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Da Rocha keeps the fight on the outside.
Okoroji lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Da Rocha throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Okoroji sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Okoroji is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Da Rocha scores with a punch to the head.
Okoroji tries to close the distance and clinch up but Da Rocha swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Okoroji fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Okoroji throws a nice inside leg kick.
Da Rocha takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie. #T3#
A big left from Da Rocha misses.
Okoroji feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Da Rocha's calf.#CL2#
Okoroji moves into the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Okoroji.
Da Rocha scores with a shoulder strike.
Da Rocha working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Okoroji looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Okoroji scores with a hook to the body.
Okoroji misses with a body punch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Da Rocha lands a body shot in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha misses with some punches.
Da Rocha controlling the action here for a moment.
Da Rocha working aggressively here.
Da Rocha pushes Okoroji back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Okoroji struggles to land a body shot inside as Da Rocha controls his hands. #T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Da Rocha.
Okoroji misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Okoroji.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Da Rocha lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Da Rocha has a couple of punches blocked by Okoroji.
Okoroji misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Okoroji doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Da Rocha goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Okoroji tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Da Rocha's elbow.
Da Rocha fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Da Rocha fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Da Rocha lands a body shot in the clinch.
Okoroji is trying to maintain a safe position but Da Rocha gets an underhook and turns Okoroji into the cage.
Okoroji misses with a body punch.
Okoroji blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Da Rocha scores with a shoulder strike.
Okoroji tries to work over Da Rocha's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Da Rocha working aggressively here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tiago Gomes Da Rocha dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Okoroji wants to clinch up but Da Rocha keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Da Rocha clinches up with Okoroji and pushes him back against the cage.
Okoroji tries to throw a body punch but Da Rocha avoids it by throwing Okoroji back against the cage.
Da Rocha misses with some punches.
Okoroji works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Okoroji can't find room to land a body shot as Da Rocha controls the action.
Da Rocha throws a head punch that misses.
Da Rocha cracks Okoroji with a nice body shot.
Okoroji lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Da Rocha misses with a punch on the inside.
Okoroji lands a body shot.
A hook to the body from Da Rocha.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoroji blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Da Rocha lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Okoroji tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Da Rocha tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Okoroji can't find room to land a body shot as Da Rocha controls the action.
Da Rocha is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Okoroji can do to turn this around?
Da Rocha lands a nice uppercut.#T1#
Da Rocha stalls.
Da Rocha controlling the action here for a moment.
Okoroji looking to slow down the pace here.
Da Rocha is stalling here.
Okoroji tries to work over Da Rocha's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Da Rocha scores with a shoulder strike.
Okoroji's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Still in the clinch, Okoroji scores with a nice short uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Okoroji.
Da Rocha misses with a punch on the inside.
Okoroji misses with a hook to the ribs.
Okoroji swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Okoroji backwards. #T2#
Okoroji tries to throw a body punch but Da Rocha avoids it by throwing Okoroji back against the cage.
Okoroji blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Da Rocha misses with a short punch on the inside.
Da Rocha throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Okoroji is trying to stall.
Da Rocha blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Da Rocha throws a head punch that misses.
Da Rocha misses with some punches.
Da Rocha working aggressively here.
Okoroji doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Da Rocha lands a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Da Rocha scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Okoroji lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Okoroji tries a body shot but Da Rocha blocks it.
Okoroji letting Da Rocha take a breather here.#T3#
Okoroji misses with a body punch.
Okoroji lands a body shot.
Da Rocha lands a hook that snaps the head of Okoroji backwards.
Okoroji tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Okoroji misses with a hook to the ribs.
Okoroji tries to work over Da Rocha's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Okoroji misses with a hook to the ribs.
Da Rocha misses with the head strike.
Okoroji blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Okoroji lands a hook to the side of the head.
Okoroji tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Da Rocha scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Da Rocha throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Okorojis head.
Okoroji lands a body shot in the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Da Rocha lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Okoroji prevents a body shot from Da Rocha. #T4#
Da Rocha misses with a hook from the clinch.
Okoroji makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Da Rocha.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Da Rocha prevents a body shot from Okoroji.
Okoroji is trying to stall.
Da Rocha swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Da Rocha as Okoroji tries to tie him up.
Da Rocha lands a hook that snaps the head of Okoroji backwards.
Da Rocha softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Da Rocha misses with a hook from the clinch.
Okoroji misses with a hook to the ribs.
Okoroji letting Da Rocha take a breather here.
Still in the clinch, Da Rocha scores with a nice short uppercut.
Da Rocha working aggressively here.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Da Rocha.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tiago Gomes Da Rocha dominated that second round.
That's time! Da Rocha's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Da Rocha misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Okoroji. #CL#
Da Rocha closes the distance and clinches.
Da Rocha working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A body shot lands from Da Rocha.
Okoroji is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Okoroji struggles to land a body shot inside as Da Rocha controls his hands.
Okoroji misses with a hook from the clinch.
Okoroji misses with a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha throws a head punch that misses.
Da Rocha lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Rocha blocks a body shot from Okoroji.
Okoroji pushes Da Rocha back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Okoroji.
A short left from Okoroji.
Okoroji being controlled against the cage.
Da Rocha swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T1#
Da Rocha's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Da Rocha has a couple of punches blocked by Okoroji.
Da Rocha lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Okoroji backwards.
Da Rocha swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Da Rocha misses with the head strike.
Okoroji tries to work over Da Rocha's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Okoroji letting Da Rocha take a breather here.
Okoroji misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Okoroji stalling in the clinch but Da Rocha improves position.
Okoroji prevents a body shot from Da Rocha.
A short right from Da Rocha.
Okoroji tries a body shot but Da Rocha blocks it.
Da Rocha blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T2#
Da Rocha avoiding damage.
Okoroji swings wildly with an uppercut but Da Rocha uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short uppercut from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha misses with a hook from the clinch.
Da Rocha lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Okoroji backwards.
Da Rocha swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Da Rocha leaning his opponent against the cage.
Da Rocha misses with a hook from the clinch.
Da Rocha presses Okoroji against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Da Rocha blocking some punches.
Okoroji is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Da Rocha is keeping busy.
Okoroji stalling. #T3#
Da Rocha lands a right hand.
Da Rocha throws a head punch that misses.
Okoroji prevents a body shot from Da Rocha.
Okoroji tries to throw a body punch but Da Rocha avoids it by throwing Okoroji back against the cage.
Okoroji lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Da Rocha or not.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Okoroji tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Da Rocha's elbow.
Da Rocha digs a right hand into Okoroji's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Okoroji's gas tank.
Okoroji lands a hook that snaps the head of Da Rocha backwards.
Okoroji blocks an uppercut.
Okoroji's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Da Rocha fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Okoroji is trying to maintain a safe position but Da Rocha gets an underhook and turns Okoroji into the cage.
Da Rocha lands a nice uppercut.
Da Rocha makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Okoroji struggles to land a body shot inside as Da Rocha controls his hands.
Da Rocha lands a shoulder strike. #T4#
Okoroji scores with a hook to the body.
Da Rocha working aggressively here.
Okoroji misses with a hook to the ribs.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Da Rocha working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Da Rocha lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Yakubu Okoroji has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#ROC#
Okoroji is rocked!
Okoroji doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Okoroji is still on wobbly legs! Can Da Rocha finish him?
Okoroji lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Da Rocha or not.
Okoroji looking to slow down the pace here.
Okoroji pushes Da Rocha back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Okoroji tries to work over Da Rocha's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Okoroji seems to have recovered his senses.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Okoroji tries a body shot but Da Rocha blocks it.
Da Rocha tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Da Rocha blocks a body shot from Okoroji.
Da Rocha stalls.
Okoroji is trying to stall.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 30:27
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!

Event: PFF 12 - Steve vs McKenna
Date: Dec 16, 2017

#R1#
Da Rocha scores with a nice head shot.
Killua moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Zoldyck Killua seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Killua keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Da Rocha stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Killua.
Da Rocha lands a jab to the head.
Killua takes one to the chin there.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Killua, right into the meat.
Da Rocha connects with a looping right hand.
Killua fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Killua cracks the inside of Da Rocha's front leg.
Killua throws a quick inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Da Rocha gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Da Rocha misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Killua jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Da Rocha walks away with a smile on his face. Killua gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Killua throws a leg kick but Da Rocha moved away.
Killua walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Killua chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Killua swats away the attempt to clinch by Da Rocha.#T1##KD#
Da Rocha cracks Killua with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Killua looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Da Rocha finish him? #ROC#
Killua is rocked!
Da Rocha swings for the body but Killua moves out of range.
Killua with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A nice inside leg kick there by Killua. That's going to slow Da Rocha down.
Killua lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice takedown defense from Da Rocha. No joy for Killua on that attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Da Rocha looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Da Rocha wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Da Rocha thuds his right hand into Killua's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A right handed body shot lands from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha misses with a hook from the clinch.
Da Rocha stalling in the clinch.
Killua letting Da Rocha take a breather here.#T2#
Da Rocha stalling in the clinch.
A body shot lands from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha lands an uppercut.
Da Rocha softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Da Rocha is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Da Rocha lands with a light punch inside.
Killua blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Da Rocha misses with a hook to the ribs.
Da Rocha scores with a shoulder strike.
Da Rocha misses with some punches.
Da Rocha throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Killua.
Da Rocha works on Killua's body with a couple of short punches.#T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Killua.
Da Rocha misses with the head strike.
Killua pressing his opponent against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Da Rocha.
Da Rocha throws a head punch that misses.
Da Rocha misses with a punch to the body.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Da Rocha misses with a body punch.
Killua blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Da Rocha has a couple of punches blocked by Killua.
Killua tries to pull guard but Da Rocha holds him up against the cage and eventually Killua drops back down to his feet.
Tiago Gomes Da Rocha has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zoldyck Killua.#T4#
A short uppercut from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha misses with some punches.
Da Rocha doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Da Rocha scores with a shot to the side of Killua's head.
A bit of stalling here from Da Rocha.
Killua blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Da Rocha swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Da Rocha lands a body shot in the clinch.
Killua is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Da Rocha to keep the fight standing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tiago Gomes Da Rocha dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Jab from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Killua manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Da Rocha takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Da Rocha with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Da Rocha is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Killua can do to turn this around?
Killua ducks under a wild hook from Da Rocha.
Good leg kick by Killua there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Killua moves forwards but Da Rocha connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Killua is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Da Rocha doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Killua crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Killua's bad books for that mishap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 06, 2017

#R1#
Da Rocha misses with a hook.
Tua fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD#
Tua fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Da Rocha to the ground. Tua is now in Da Rocha's guard.
Tua throws a strike but Da Rocha rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Tua trying to control the position.
Da Rocha tries to stand but Tua is controlling from the bottom.
Tua wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tua is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Tua is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Da Rocha wants to stand but Tua has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Da Rocha won't allow Tua to get back to his feet.
Tua wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Da Rocha manages to pass to side control.
Da Rocha seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Tua tries to roll over but Da Rocha keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SU2#
Da Rocha gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Tua tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Da Rocha swivels and escapes.
Da Rocha throws a hook but Tua avoids it easily.
Da Rocha keeps the fight on the outside.
Tua sets himself, and Da Rocha steps forward looking for the clinch! Tua avoids it this time.
A swing and a miss from Da Rocha.
As Da Rocha looks to move away, Tua throws a big counter combo but Da Rocha just gets out of the way.
Da Rocha looks to throw the jab but Tua is out of range.
Da Rocha connects with the punch.
Tua tries to clinch up.
Tua wants to clinch
letting Da Rocha counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Da Rocha moves into range and clinches up with Tua.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tua.
Da Rocha lands with a light punch inside.
Tua really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T3#
Tua is trying to break the clinch but Da Rocha is controlling him.
Da Rocha lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tua jumps guard but Da Rocha turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Tua jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Da Rocha walks away with a smile on his face. Tua gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lorell Tua. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Da Rocha fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tua, pushing him back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Da Rocha.
Da Rocha misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Tua breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Da Rocha stuffs the takedown.
Tua is breathing heavily.
Da Rocha misses with a double jab.
Da Rocha with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL2#
Da Rocha moves into the clinch successfully.
Da Rocha's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Tua is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Da Rocha to keep the fight standing.#T4#
Nice body punch from Da Rocha.
Tua is trying to force a seperation but Da Rocha has the dominant position.
Tua can't break the clinch.
Da Rocha throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tuas head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Da Rocha has a couple of punches blocked by Tua.
Da Rocha lands with a left to the head.
Da Rocha keeps control of Tua as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Da Rocha lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tua backwards.
A short uppercut from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Tua with a big uppercut! Tua tries to clinch up but Da Rocha pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Tua to the mat! Tua covers up and Da Rocha unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 17, 2017

#R1#
Kohs fails in his attempt to clinch.
Da Rocha wants to counter with a clinch but Kohs pushes him away.
A combination from Da Rocha does no damage.
Some wild striking there from Da Rocha.
Kohs lands a jab to the head.
Kohs rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL2#
and Da Rocha moves into the clinch.
Kohs is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Da Rocha scores with a shot to the side of Kohs's head.
Kohs blocks a body shot from Da Rocha.
Da Rocha tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Da Rocha pressing his opponent against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Rocha throws a punch but it's blocked by Kohs.
Da Rocha lands a body punch.
Da Rocha throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kohss head.
Da Rocha misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Kohs fails to land. #T1#
Da Rocha lands a left hand.
Kohs looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC#
Kohs's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kohs throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Da Rocha.
Kohs loads up on a big right hand but Da Rocha slips the punch.
Da Rocha scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Da Rocha works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kohs misses with a two punch combination.
Kohs throws a series of punches but Da Rocha avoids them all with ease. #CL2#
Da Rocha darts in and clinches Kohs up against the cage.
Kohs wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Da Rocha has him pressed against the cage.
Da Rocha lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Da Rocha misses with the head strike.
Da Rocha blocks an uppercut.
Da Rocha pushes Kohs back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kohs tries to break free but Da Rocha pushes him back against the cage.
Kohs wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #T2#
Da Rocha lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kohs backwards.
Kohs wants to break free but Da Rocha has control.
Da Rocha lands with a right to the head. #ROC2#
Kohs is rocked!
A nice right hand lands inside from Da Rocha.
Oh Kohs is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Da Rocha lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Da Rocha dips a shoulder and cracks Kohs with a mighty uppercut! Kohs falls back against the cage and Da Rocha unloads with a barrage of strikes! Kohs is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Da Rocha screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tiago Gomes Da Rocha!

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