Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Galaxy 3: The Firework Show
Date: Jul 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Francis moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Francis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Francis scores with a jab. Vecellio acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Francis misses with a straight left.
Francis connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Francis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Francis throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vecellio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Francis throws a big shot that misses.
As Francis looks to move away, Vecellio throws a big counter combo but Francis just gets out of the way.
Francis looks to land a right hand but Vecellio moved out of range.
Vecellio gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Francis gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Vecellio 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 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Yohan Francis!
An out of breath and clearly excited Yohan Francis thanked Core Combat for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: PL MMA 39 Arjuna vs Sight
Date: May 15, 2020

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Vecellio cracks Dee with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.

It looks like Inspektor Dee has been cut.
Dee lunges at Vecellio with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Vecellio's hand.
Dee lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Vecellio at a distance.
Vecellio lunges at Dee with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dee's hand.
Dee jabs Vecellio to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Dee tries to close the distance and clinch up but Vecellio swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Vecellio throws out a counter right but Dee avoids it with no problem.
Dee throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Vecellio takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dee with a hook.
Dee looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dee keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dee just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice body punch from Dee.

Dee closes the distance and clinches.
Vecellio wants to break the clinch but can't.

Vecellio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ohhhhh! A huge head kick from Dee! Vecellio is out on his feet! Dee rushes in and throws more strikes. The ref is looking closely - Vecellio is covering up but the punishment is just too much and the ref steps in to stop the fight! Vecellio is staring into space, just thankful that the beatdown has ended. Brutal finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Inspektor Dee!
A relieved looking Inspektor Dee 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: PL MMA 33* Gusmao vs Van Gaal
Date: Apr 24, 2020

#R1#
Sloppy strikes from Martynov. Those never looked like landing.
Vecellio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Martynov.
A cross from Martynov lands.
Vecellio takes one to the chin there.
Vecellio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vecellio was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Martynov misses the shot to the body.
Vecellio is looking for a counter combo.
Vecellio takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Vecellio blocks a jab.
Mikhail Martynov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vecellio cracks Martynov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Martynov throws a hook but Vecellio avoids it easily.
Martynov catches Vecellio with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Good exchange - Martynov coming out on top.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Martynov closes the distance and clinches.
Martynov misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Vecellio breaks the clinch. #T1##CL2#
Martynov drives through and clinches with Vecellio against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Vecellio - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Vecellio lands with a left to the head.
Nice body punch from Vecellio - that landed with a thud.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Martynov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Martynov keeps control of Vecellio as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Vecellio swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Vecellio breaks the clinch. #CL#
Vecellio darts in and clinches Martynov up against the cage.
Martynov has Vecellio pressed against the cage, preventing Vecellio from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Vecellio is trying to maintain a safe position but Martynov gets an underhook and turns Vecellio into the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vecellio.
Vecellio throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Martynovs head.
Vecellio is trying to break the clinch but Martynov is controlling him.
Martynov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vecellio's elbow.
Martynov lands an uppercut.
Martynov told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.#T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Martynov.
A short left from Martynov.
Vecellio prevents a body shot from Martynov.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Martynov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vecellio content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Martynov misses with the head strike.
Martynov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Martynov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vecellio misses with a short punch on the inside.
Martynov can't find room to land a body shot as Vecellio controls the action.
Martynov throws an elbow that misses.
Martynov stalls.
Martynov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Martynov cracks Vecellio with a nice body shot.
Vecellio blocking some punches. #T3#
Martynov leaning against his opponent.
Vecellio fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Vecellio manages to break the clinch.
Vecellio looks to land a left hand but Martynov moved out of range nicely.
Vecellio misses with a jab, cross combination.
Martynov loads up on a big right hand but Vecellio slips the punch.
Vecellio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Martynov falls off balance throwing a combination #CL#
and Vecellio counters by clinching up.
Martynov lands a left hand. #BC#
Vecellio manages to break the clinch.
Vecellio misses with a wild body shot.
Martynov looks to land a left hand but Vecellio moved out of range nicely.
Martynov lands a lovely overhand right.
Martynov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T4#
Martynov looks to throw the jab but Vecellio is out of range. #KD2#
Oooooh!!! Martynov has knocked Vecellio down with a huge combo! Martynov steps away and waves a wobbly Vecellio back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#
Vecellio is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Martynov lands a slapping body shot.
Oh Vecellio is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vecellio is breathing heavily.
Vecellio ducks into an uppercut from Martynov and that's knocked him out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mikhail Martynov!
Mikhail Martynov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: PL MMA 26 Rossi vs Dagestanski
Date: Apr 01, 2020

#R1#
Hill closes the distance and clinches up with Vecellio, looking for a takedown. Hill pushes Vecellio against the cage but Vecellio circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Hill shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Vecellio as he jumps to the side.
Mark Hill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hill shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mark Hill. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vecellio moves out of range as Hill strikes.
Vecellio looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Hill throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vecellio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like Mark Hill has been cut.
Hill closes the distance and clinches up with Vecellio, looking for a takedown. Hill pushes Vecellio against the cage but Vecellio circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Vecellio thinks about the counter body kick.
Nice takedown defense from Vecellio. No joy for Hill on that attempt.
Vecellio wants to counter with a clinch but Hill pushes him away.
Vecellio displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hill.
Hill doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2#
and Vecellio counters by clinching up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hill is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vecellio pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC2#
Vecellio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Vecellio stuffs the takedown.
Hill is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vecellio.
Hill throws an ugly left hook that misses #KD2#
and Hill is countered with a crisp right hand from Vecellio that sends him to the canvas! Vecellio follows him to the mat into side control. #ROC2#
Hill is rocked!#T1##SU2#
Vecellio decides to stand up, so the ref orders Hill to his feet.
A nice inside leg kick there by Vecellio. That's going to slow Hill down.
Hill with a lazy takedown attempt
and Vecellio counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Hill is breathing heavily.
Hill misses with a left hand
and Vecellio counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Both fighters circling slowly here as the pace drops. Hopefully one of them does someth.. OOOHHHH!!!! Vecellio throws an absolute beast of a head kick! Hill is done! He's out cold, twisted and contorted up against the cage! Wow!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Machiavelli Vecellio!
Our winner, Machiavelli Vecellio, 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: WCKD - 9 - Across The Pond
Date: Feb 29, 2020

#R1#
Shark throws a right hand that Vecellio ducks under and follows up with a left that Vecellio also avoids with ease.#CL2#
Vecellio moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Vecellio manages to break the clinch.
We've been informed that Vecellio has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
A big left from Vecellio misses.
Vecellio throws a hook but Shark blocks it.
Vecellio swings for the body but Shark moves out of range.
Shark misses with an attempted mid kick.
Shark looks for the body kick but Vecellio saw that one coming.
Vecellio wants to counter the offense by Shark and move into the clinch position.
Shark throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Vecellio counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shark thuds his shin into the meat of Vecellio's side.
Shark throws a head kick but Vecellio moves out of range.
Shark takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Shark throws a body kick, spinning off balance#KD2#
and Vecellio counters with a beautiful punch that sends Shark to the canvas! #ROC2#
Shark is rocked!
Shark definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Shark might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1#
Shark is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Vecellio is controlling him.
Oh Shark is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vecellio wanted to stand there but Shark had control of the position.
Shark seems to have got his legs back now.
Shark is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SU2#
Vecellio stands up from Shark's guard - Vecellio perhaps looking for a knockout.
Vecellio takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Vecellio is looking to clinch.
Shark misses with a leg kick.
Vecellio throws out a counter right but Shark avoids it with no problem.
Shark throws a sloppy head kick and Vecellio moves out of range easily. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Vecellio wants to clinch up but Shark keeps it at a distance.
Shark throws a sloppy head kick and Vecellio moves out of range easily.
Vecellio wants to counter the offense by Shark and move into the clinch position.
Vecellio lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Vecellio and Shark are patiently standing in front of each other looking for an opening. Vecellio throws a head kick. It's landed, knocking Shark into next week! Ooooh that was huge! Vecellio knows it - he's on the cage flexing is biceps. That's a bit weird considering he won by kick but whatever.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Machiavelli Vecellio!
A very excited looking Machiavelli Vecellio 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.
Power Shark was interviewed post fight and said 'Bullshit!'.

Event: WCKD-6- Go Hard- Stein vs Ueda
Date: Feb 08, 2020

#R1#
Sixx takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#CL#
Sixx pushes Vecellio up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Vecellio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Vecellio swinging wildly here.
Sixx takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CUT2#
It looks like Vinnie Sixx has been cut.
Nice straight punches there by Sixx. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sixx.
We've been informed that Vecellio 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.
Sixx fails with the takedown#KD2#
and Sixx is countered with a crisp right hand from Vecellio that sends him to the canvas! Vecellio follows him to the mat 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!
Sixx is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Vecellio decides to stand back up. #CL#
Sixx pushes Vecellio up against the cage in a clinch.#T1#
Vecellio makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Vecellio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sixx has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Touch Of Death Combat Academy in the buildup to the fight.#TD#
Sixx fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Vecellio to the ground. Sixx is now in Vecellio's guard.
Sixx throws a strike but Vecellio rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SU2#
Vecellio gets to his feet - Sixx follows without any prompting.
A slow jab from Vecellio misses its intended target.
Sixx appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Sixx misses with a takedown attempt
and Vecellio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sixx throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vecellio drops Sixx with a huge uppercut! Sixx drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Vecellio is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Machiavelli Vecellio!
Machiavelli Vecellio thanked the fans post fight for their support.

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

#R1#
Lucan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Vecellio circles away quickly and effectively.
We've been told by Lucan's head coaches at Rabid Dog that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Vecellio swats away the attempt to clinch by Lucan.
Lucan shoots and misses
and Vecellio counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#
It looks like Edwin Lucan has been cut.
Vecellio slips under a jab from Lucan.
Vecellio wants to counter the offense by Lucan and move into the clinch position.
Lucan jabs Vecellio to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lucan scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Lucan misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Lucan rushes Vecellio and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Vecellio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lucan throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vecellio lands a nice shot to the body.
Lucan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Vecellio circles away quickly and effectively.
Lucan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Vecellio tries to counter by closing the distance.
We've been informed that Vecellio 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.#CL#
Lucan moves into the clinch.
Lucan goes for a takedown attempt but Vecellio pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #CL2#
Vecellio moves into range and clinches up with Lucan.#T1##BC2#
Vecellio's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lucan tries to clinch
and Vecellio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD#
Lucan shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Lucan is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Vecellio doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lucan.
Lucan prevents Vecellio from standing back up.
Lucan is pressing down on Vecellio's thigh, looking to free his foot. Vecellio is holding on for now. #SU#
Lucan postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Vecellio to stand up. #T2#
Vecellio tries to score with a low kick but Lucan moves his leg out of the way.
Vecellio scores with a body shot. #KD2#
Oh, that's a big right hand from Vecellio and Lucan goes tumbling to the canvas! Vecellio follows him to the ground and looks to finish from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lucan is trying to get back to full guard.#SU2#
Vecellio decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. #CL2#
Vecellio rushes Lucan and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Lucan's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lucan switches off momentarily and Vecellio cracks him with a monster right hand! Lucan topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Vecellio dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Vecellio!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Machiavelli Vecellio!
Machiavelli Vecellio seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: XF 42
Date: Oct 26, 2019

#R1#
Good leg kick by Vecellio there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Vecellio rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Zigaman moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Zigaman lands a nice hook to Vecellio's body. Vecellio takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Zigaman lunges at Vecellio with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Vecellio's hand.
Vecellio throws a shot to the body.
Vecellio looks to throw the jab but Zigaman is out of range. #KD2#
Vecellio drops his shoulder and cracks Zigaman with a huge uppercut! Zigaman goes down! Can Vecellio finish him? #CUT2#
It looks like Nova Zigaman 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!
Zigaman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Vecellio has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Zigaman is proving hard to escape from.
Zigaman trying to keep a closed guard but Vecellio is proving a slippery customer.
Zigaman is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1#
Vecellio wants to stand but Zigaman has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Zigaman is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Vecellio must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Zigaman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Vecellio can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Vecellio trying to stand up but can't free himself from Zigaman's guard.
Zigaman pulls Vecellio in to control the position. #SU2#
Vecellio stands and steps away. Zigaman gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Zigaman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vecellio.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Vecellio throws a head kick but Zigaman moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Zigaman misses the target.
Vecellio with a hook.
Zigaman misses with a hook #CL2#
and Vecellio counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Vecellio.
Vecellio wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Zigaman has him pressed against the cage.
Zigaman being controlled against the cage.
Zigaman lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Zigaman jumps guard but Vecellio stands there with Zigaman around his waist. Zigaman gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Vecellio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Zigaman tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Vecellio just stands there and leans against the cage.
Vecellio lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Vecellio is trying to maintain a safe position but Zigaman gets an underhook and turns Vecellio into the cage.
Vecellio is struggling to control the position.#BC2#
Vecellio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T3#
Zigaman throws a nice looking combination but Vecellio bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD#
Zigaman closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Vecellio is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Zigaman has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Zigaman is looking to take a break and control but Vecellio is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Zigaman remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Vecellio wants to get back to his feet but Zigaman drags him back down.#SUB#
Zigaman is trying to get an arm triangle but Vecellio is defending well.
Vecellio prevents Zigaman from improving position. #T4#
Vecellio is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Zigaman has just dragged him back down to the mat.#ES2#
Vecellio bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Vecellio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Zigaman throws out the jab.
Zigaman will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nova Zigaman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vecellio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vecellio scores with a nice right hand.
Zigaman lands with an uppercut that bounces Vecellio off the cage and back into range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Machiavelli Vecellio dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nova Zigaman's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Zigaman swats away the attempt to clinch by Vecellio.
Vecellio takes one on the button.
Vecellio throws a hook to the side of Zigaman's head but Zigaman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Zigaman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vecellio.
Vecellio swings for the body but Zigaman moves out of range.
Nova Zigaman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vecellio's jab looks to have found its range, popping Zigaman under the eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vecellio showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Zigaman.
A slow jab from Vecellio misses its intended target. #T1#
Zigaman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vecellio.#TD#
Zigaman closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Vecellio quickly recovers to half guard.#ES2#
Vecellio manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Zigaman keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Vecellio takes a shot to the head. #TD#
Zigaman drags the fight down to the ground. #SUB#
Zigaman is looking for a triangle here but Vecellio uses the submission attempt to pass into side control. #SU2#
Vecellio stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vecellio tries to score with a low kick but Zigaman moves his leg out of the way.
Zigaman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD#
Zigaman scores with a takedown into Vecellio's guard.
Zigaman slips nicely into half guard.#T2#
Zigaman working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Vecellio pushes Zigaman off looking to stand but Zigaman dives back in and keeps control.
Vecellio is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Zigaman is stalling here. Vecellio is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Zigaman seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Vecellio has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Zigaman tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SU2#
Vecellio decides to stand up, so the ref orders Zigaman to his feet.
Vecellio tries to clinch but Zigaman moves away
and Zigaman counters with a nice uppercut.
Vecellio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Zigaman.
Zigaman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vecellio.#T3#
Zigaman fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Vecellio.#TD#
Zigaman looking to score a takedown here. Vecellio is defending well but Zigaman drives through and ends up in Vecellio's guard.
Zigaman tries to free his leg and advance position but Vecellio is retaining full guard. #ES2#
Vecellio has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Zigaman has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
A short left from Zigaman.
Zigaman fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Zigaman fails to pull the fight into his guard. #BC2#
Vecellio breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Machiavelli Vecellio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Vecellio scores with a punch to the head.
Vecellio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Zigaman scores with a jab to the body.
Vecellio takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#KD2#
Vecellio drops Zigaman with a big left hand and mounts him. Zigaman is in big trouble! #ROC2#
Zigaman is rocked!#SU2#
Vecellio is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet!
Oh Zigaman is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4#
Vecellio connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Zigaman avoids the head kick by Vecellio.
Vecellio fakes the body blow, causing Zigaman to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Zigaman goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:11 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Machiavelli Vecellio!
After winning the bout, Machiavelli Vecellio thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Nova Zigaman stepped up to the mic, saying 'You may have won the battle tonight but you haven't won the war. Tonight you were lucky... it will never happen again. The referee was all over you tonight... what did you do? Get on your hands and knees before the fight? 9/10 I will destroy you.'.

Event: XF 37
Date: Oct 07, 2019

#R1#
A slapping body kick lands there for Fury.
Fury lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Vecellio cracks Fury with an open hand slap.
Fury is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vecellio.
Vecellio scores with the left hand. Fury knows he should have avoided that one.
Fury lands a nice looking body shot.
Fury throws a lazy right hand but Vecellio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Fury looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Fury lands a jab to Vecellio's midsection.
Vecellio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fury sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vecellio looks to score with a jab to the body but Fury is just out of range.
Fury lands a nice looking body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Fury.#KD2#
Fury lands a left and a right that send Vecellio crashing to the mat, dazed. Fury thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#
Vecellio is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Machiavelli Vecellio has been cut.#T1#
Vecellio is keeping his hands low and just asking to be knocked out. Fury Raises his leg and lands a stunning axe kick! Vecellio is out cold, face down on the mat!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:07 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Nick Fury! Nick Fury retains his heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Nick Fury 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: XF 31
Date: Sep 14, 2019

#R1#
Boss misses with a hook. Vecellio ducked under it nicely.
A nice side step and Vecellio releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Boss lands with a cross.
Vecellio connects with an inside leg kick.
Boss connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Like Boss seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boss throws a shot from downtown. Vecellio moves away and avoids it.
Boss throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vecellio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#
It looks like Like Boss has been cut.
Vecellio tries to score with a low kick but Boss moves his leg out of the way.
Vecellio throws a poor cross that misses
and Boss connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Boss jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A jab from Vecellio does it's job there.
Boss throws a hook but Vecellio avoids it easily.
Vecellio moves away from the strike by Boss.
We've been informed that Vecellio 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.#T1#
Boss throws a poor cross that misses
and Vecellio counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Boss looks to land a right hand but Vecellio moved out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Vecellio looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Boss moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Vecellio just misses with a punch to the body.
Boss throws a leg kick
letting Vecellio counter with a right hand. #KD2#
Vecellio cracks Boss with an uppercut from hell and Boss crumples to the canvas, he's out! Oh no, he's recovered and he's grabbed one of Vecellio's legs and pulled him into guard. The ref thought about stopping it there but he's let it go - good reffing! #ROC2#
Boss is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SU2#
Vecellio stands up from Boss's guard - Vecellio perhaps looking for a knockout.
Oh Boss is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vecellio lands a brutal uppercut that launches Boss off his feet! Boss tumbles to the floor, barely conscious - the referee jumps in to save him from a beating! Wow, what an ending!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Machiavelli Vecellio!
After winning the bout, Machiavelli Vecellio thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: XF 23
Date: Aug 09, 2019

#R1#
Brakeley clobbers Vecellio with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CUT#
It looks like Machiavelli Vecellio has been cut.
Brakeley lands a jab to the head.
Vecellio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Brakeley.
Vecellio walks straight into a right hand from Brakeley - that's dropped him! Brakeley jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Vecellio from any more punishment! Vecellio complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Michael Brakeley!
An out of breath Michael Brakeley thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: XF 19
Date: Jul 24, 2019

#R1#
Siliva moves forwards but Vecellio connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CUT2#
It looks like Wanderson Siliva has been cut.
A left lands for Vecellio.#CL2#
Vecellio rushes Siliva and presses him up against the cage.
Siliva has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Vecellio avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Siliva working aggressively here.
Siliva tries to pull guard but Vecellio holds him up against the cage and eventually Siliva drops back down to his feet.
Siliva looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wanderson Siliva. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vecellio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vecellio doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC#
Siliva pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Siliva goes for a double leg but Vecellio avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Vecellio continues to drive forward.
Siliva shoots for a takedown but Vecellio saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Siliva closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vecellio is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Siliva taking a breather here.
Vecellio is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T1#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Vecellio connects with the punch.#CUT2#
Wanderson Siliva's cut is getting worse.
A slapping leg kick lands for Vecellio. #T2#
Siliva tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Vecellio defends well and Siliva ends up having to push Vecellio into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A little jabbing left from Vecellio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Machiavelli Vecellio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vecellio displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Siliva.
Siliva misses with a takedown attempt
and Vecellio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vecellio connects with a body shot that sends Siliva's belly button to the back.
Siliva lunges at Vecellio with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Vecellio's hand.
Siliva shoots in but no luck this time.
Vecellio connects with a looping right hand. #CUT2#
Wanderson Siliva's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Siliva will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Siliva tries to score a power double leg takedown but Vecellio sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Siliva somewhat.#T3#
Siliva avoids the head kick by Vecellio.
Siliva looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Vecellio is fending him off so far but Siliva persists. Nope, Vecellio circles away and we're back to standing.
Siliva with a poor takedown
and Vecellio counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#
Jeez, Wanderson Siliva's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Wanderson Siliva's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Machiavelli Vecellio!
Our winner, Machiavelli Vecellio, 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: XF 13
Date: Jun 29, 2019

#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Vecellio misses the target. #CL#
Giambi takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Vecellio breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Vecellio clinches with his opponent.
A short uppercut from Vecellio.
Giambi lands a hook that snaps the head of Vecellio backwards.
Vecellio wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Giambi has him pressed against the cage.
Vecellio misses with the head strike.
Vecellio can't break the clinch. #BC2#
Vecellio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vecellio throws a hook but Giambi blocks it.
Marco Giambi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vecellio misses the shot to the body.
Giambi wants to clinch.#T1##CL2#
Vecellio closes the distance and clinches.
Vecellio can't break the clinch.
Giambi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Giambi prevents Vecellio from breaking the clinch.
I was talking to Giambi's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC2#
Vecellio manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Giambi has Vecellio up against the cage in a clinch.
Vecellio makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Giambi tries to throw a body punch but Vecellio avoids it by throwing Giambi back against the cage.
Vecellio pushes Giambi back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Giambi throws a punch but it's blocked by Vecellio. #T2##BC2#
Vecellio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Giambi swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Giambi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Giambi throws out a loose jab but Vecellio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vecellio looks to score with a jab to the body but Giambi is just out of range.
Giambi is looking for a counter combo.
Giambi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vecellio throws out the jab. #CL2#
Vecellio clinches with his opponent.
Giambi trying to land knees to the body.
Vecellio struggles to land a body shot inside as Giambi controls his hands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vecellio wants to break the clinch but can't. #BC#
Giambi breaks from the clinch.
Vecellio tries to move into range but Giambi moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Giambi takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Giambi tries to clinch up
enabling Vecellio to counter with a crisp jab. #T3##CL#
Giambi fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Vecellio, pushing him back against the cage.
Vecellio pressing his opponent against the cage.
Giambi scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC2#
Vecellio breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice shot by Vecellio.
Vecellio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vecellio swats away the attempt to clinch by Giambi.
Vecellio looks to throw the jab but Giambi is out of range. #T4#
Vecellio throws a predictable looking body shot
and Giambi counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Vecellio connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A head kick misses from Giambi.
Vecellio sizes up Giambi with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Giambi moves to clinch but Vecellio breaks away
and Vecellio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vecellio looks to land a left hand but Giambi moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Giambi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Vecellio's corner calls for a 1-2. Vecellio obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CL#
Giambi moves into the clinch successfully.
Giambi tries to work over Vecellio's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Vecellio's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Vecellio misses with a two punch combination.
Giambi throwing a counter right hand but Vecellio manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Machiavelli Vecellio dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Giambi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Giambi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vecellio misses with an uppercut. Giambi saw that one coming.
Vecellio scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Giambi tries to clinch up.
Vecellio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Giambi.
Vecellio wants to counter with a clinch but Giambi pushes him away.
Vecellio misses with an uppercut. Giambi saw that one coming.
Vecellio has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Giambi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch combination from Vecellio misses.
Giambi is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Vecellio bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CUT2#
It looks like Marco Giambi has been cut.#KD2#
Vecellio drops his shoulder and cracks Giambi with a huge uppercut! Giambi goes down! Can Vecellio finish him? #ROC2#
Giambi is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!#SU2#
Vecellio gets to his feet - Giambi follows without any prompting.
Oh Giambi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Vecellio engages and cracks Giambi with a massive lead left hook - Giambi tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Vecellio is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Machiavelli Vecellio!
A very excited looking Machiavelli Vecellio 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: TAFC: Biffs & Brawls 13
Date: Mar 31, 2019

#R1#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Vecellio, as that shot connected.
Vecellio throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lazzyie stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Vecellio cracks Lazzyie with a right hand to the side of the head.#TD2#
Lazzyie shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Lazzyie slips a nice elbow through Vecellio's hands, connecting with Vecellio's forehead.
Lazzyie working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Vecellio pushes Lazzyie off looking to stand but Lazzyie dives back in and keeps control.
Vecellio avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lazzyie.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Lazzyie working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Lazzyie thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Vecellio's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lazzyie is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Lazzyie looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Vecellio with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Lazzyie working over Vecellio with some ground and pound. Vecellio looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vecellio on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Vecellio is trying to stand back up but Lazzyie is controlling him
Lazzyie wants to take a breather but Vecellio is having none of it. #T1#
Vecellio is trying to stand back up but Lazzyie is controlling him
Vecellio pushes Lazzyie off but Lazzyie dives into side control.
Lazzyie landing strikes.
Vecellio is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Lazzyie is controlling him well.
Vecellio taking punishment in the form of punches.
Lazzyie scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Vecellio is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Lazzyie can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alfie Lazzyie!
Alfie Lazzyie bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: TAFC: Biffs & Brawls 8
Date: Mar 01, 2019

#R1#
Vecellio tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Vecellio fails to land with a series of punches.
A counter left hand to the body from Rocksteady misses its target.
Rocksteady throws an overhand right that lands on Vecellio's shoulder, as Vecellio tries to avoid the shot.
Vecellio is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Vecellio misses with a hook
and Rocksteady counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Vecellio ducks under a wild hook from Rocksteady.
Rocksteady displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vecellio throws out the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Rocksteady on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Vecellio looks to throw a body kick
and Rocksteady cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#
It looks like Machiavelli Vecellio has been cut.
Rocksteady blocks a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rocksteady has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Vecellio.
Vecellio moves to clinch but Rocksteady breaks away
and Rocksteady counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Rocksteady takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T1#
Vecellio scores with a hook.
Vecellio looks to land a left hand but Rocksteady moved out of range nicely.
Vecellio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vecellio takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Vecellio throws a predictable looking body shot #KD#
and Rocksteady counters with a crisp one two that drops Vecellio! Rocksteady thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Vecellio to his feet! Vecellio is in big trouble!#ROC#
Vecellio is rocked!
Vecellio get stunned by a cross and takes another one on the button. Vecellio stumbles backwards and tries to bounce back off the cage but Rocksteady runs in and jumps on him with a leaping lead hook that puts him out! Wow, that was highlight reel stuff! Awesome finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bebob Rocksteady!

Event: TAFC: Biffs & Brawls 5
Date: Feb 10, 2019

#R1#
RestInPiece lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Mikkonen doesn't manage to clinch there - RestInPiece circles away.
RestInPiece ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
RestInPiece thinks about the counter body kick.
RestInPiece takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
RestInPiece uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mikkonen.
RestInPiece takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Mikkonen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mikkonen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
RestInPiece throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mikkonen scores with a hook.
RestInPiece uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mikkonen.
RestInPiece throws a head kick that misses.
RestInPiece takes a swing at Mikkonen's ribcage but misses.
RestInPiece ducks under a wild hook from Mikkonen.
Mikkonen connects with a body shot.
RestInPiece swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Mikkonen counters with a stiff right hand.
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!
RestInPiece tries to move into range but Mikkonen moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
RestInPiece dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mikkonen keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Mikkonen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL2#
RestInPiece moves into the clinch.
Mikkonen blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
RestInPiece misses with a punch to the body.
Mikkonen is looking for a takedown up against the cage. RestInPiece gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Mikkonen.
Mikkonen tries to throw a body punch but RestInPiece avoids it by throwing Mikkonen back against the cage.
Mikkonen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mikkonen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mikkonen is pushing RestInPiece up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
A left hand lands to the body for RestInPiece.
Mikkonen scores with a shoulder strike.
Come on RestInPiece - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense. #BC2#
RestInPiece breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
RestInPiece lands with a cross.
RestInPiece ducks under a wild hook from Mikkonen.
Manu Mikkonen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
RestInPiece uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mikkonen.
RestInPiece blocks a jab.#T2#
Mikkonen blocks a head kick by RestInPiece.
Mikkonen avoids the head kick by RestInPiece.
RestInPiece throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Mikkonen lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mikkonen throws the left hand but RestInPiece avoids the punch easily.
A big right from Mikkonen misses.
Mikkonen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mikkonen is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
RestInPiece on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Mikkonen looks to land a right hand but RestInPiece moved out of range.
RestInPiece blocks a jab.
RestInPiece tries a head kick but it misses.
Mikkonen throws a looping overhand right but RestInPiece ducks down to avoid it.
RestInPiece cracks Mikkonen with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Mikkonen lands a jab.
Mikkonen throws a right hand that misses
and RestInPiece counters with a straight right hand.
Mikkonen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from RestInPiece.
Mikkonen staying out of range there.
Mikkonen pivots, looking for a leg kick but RestInPiece is out of range and Mikkonen settles back down. #T3#
RestInPiece lands a right hook to the body. #CL2#
RestInPiece takes the fight into the clinch.
Mikkonen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
RestInPiece scores with a hook to the body.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #BC#
Mikkonen breaks from the clinch.
Mikkonen takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
RestInPiece and Mikkonen are patiently standing in front of each other looking for an opening. RestInPiece throws a head kick. It's landed, knocking Mikkonen into next week! Ooooh that was huge! RestInPiece knows it - he's on the cage flexing is biceps. That's a bit weird considering he won by kick but whatever.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Machiavelli RestInPiece!
Machiavelli RestInPiece very nearly forgot to thank Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200) amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
Manu Mikkonen spoke after the fight, saying 'What the Fuck was that shit!?! I'm coming back and I will destroy all! Get that fucking mic out of my face!'.

Event: TAFC: Biffs & Brawls 1
Date: Jan 13, 2019

#R1#
RestInPiece lands a high kick! #CUT#
It looks like Nuno Pontes has been cut.
Pontes throws a right and a left that RestInPiece avoids nicely.
RestInPiece slips under a jab from Pontes.
Pontes throws a poor cross that misses
and RestInPiece counters with a leg kick.
Pontes pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pontes misses with a left hand
and RestInPiece counters with a nice uppercut.
Pontes misses the jab.
RestInPiece went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Pontes throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pontes. RestInPiece does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pontes just misses with a punch to the body.
Pontes throws an off balance right hand
and RestInPiece counters with a good low kick that Pontes was not able to check.
RestInPiece tries to move into range but Pontes moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CL#
RestInPiece instigates a clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Pontes misses with a body punch.
RestInPiece is pushing Pontes up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
A right handed body shot lands from RestInPiece.
Pontes is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
A nice right hand lands inside from RestInPiece.
RestInPiece lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Pontes struggles to land a body shot inside as RestInPiece controls his hands. #T1#
RestInPiece working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
I was talking to RestInPiece's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
RestInPiece stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Pontes tries to break free but RestInPiece pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
RestInPiece breaks the clinch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Pontes 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.
Ohhhhh! A huge head kick from RestInPiece! Pontes is out on his feet! RestInPiece rushes in and throws more strikes. The ref is looking closely - Pontes is covering up but the punishment is just too much and the ref steps in to stop the fight! Pontes is staring into space, just thankful that the beatdown has ended. Brutal finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Machiavelli RestInPiece!
Machiavelli RestInPiece took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200) for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: SyFi 137
Date: Dec 02, 2018

#R1#
Akodo misses the jab.
Akodo on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CUT#
It looks like Toturi Akodo has been cut.
RestInPiece throws a body shot but no joy.
Akodo takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
RestInPiece throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Akodo paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Akodo slips a straight right by RestInPiece.
Akodo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but RestInPiece moves away.
Akodo lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Akodo misses the shot to the body.
Akodo gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Akodo checks a leg kick.
RestInPiece pulls out of a head kick attempt.
RestInPiece takes one on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jab, jab by RestInPiece - just one landing.
Akodo 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.
RestInPiece misses with an uppercut
and Akodo counters with a straight right hand.
Akodo throws a body kick, spinning off balance
enabling RestInPiece to counter with a crisp jab.
Akodo avoids the body shot from RestInPiece. #T1#
Akodo with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Akodo moves out of range as RestInPiece strikes.
Akodo looks to score with a jab to the body but RestInPiece is just out of range.
Akodo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but RestInPiece was well out of range. Poor timing from Akodo.
Akodo chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before RestInPiece can pounce on him.
RestInPiece comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
RestInPiece throws a lazy right hand but Akodo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
RestInPiece fails in his attempt to clinch.
Akodo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CUT#
That has opened up Toturi Akodo's cut even more.
We've been told by RestInPiece's head coaches at Midnight MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
RestInPiece uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Akodo.
Akodo takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A combination from RestInPiece does no damage.
Akodo takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#ROC#
Akodo is rocked!
Nice straight punches there by Akodo. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Akodo.
Akodo is still on wobbly legs! Can RestInPiece finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Akodo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from RestInPiece.
RestInPiece lands a right hook to the body.
Akodo seems to have recovered his senses.
Akodo has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Akodo throws a predictable looking body shot
and RestInPiece connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
RestInPiece steps into range and unloads a brutal right left combo! Akodo is out on his feet! RestInPiece sets himself and nearly takes Akodo's head off with a straight right, sending him crashing to the mat! Wow, that was nasty... but awesome! Wooo!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Machiavelli RestInPiece!
Toturi Akodo was interviewed post fight and said 'Losing a fight is heartbreaking. Losing your sense of excellence is a tragedy.'.

Event: SyFi 125
Date: Nov 04, 2018

#R1#
RestInPiece swings and misses with a hook to the body.
RestInPiece takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CUT#
It looks like Awesome Dick has been cut.#CL#
RestInPiece drives through and clinches with Dick against the cage. #BC#
RestInPiece breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
RestInPiece drives through and clinches with Dick against the cage.
Dick wants to get back to striking at distance but RestInPiece won't allow it.
RestInPiece makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC#
RestInPiece manages to break the clinch.
Nice cross by RestInPiece.
Dick on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Dick looks winded!
A chopping leg kick lands by RestInPiece.
RestInPiece lands a brutal head kick. Dick looks out on his feet and RestInPiece throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Machiavelli RestInPiece!

Event: WeInSyd32
Date: Oct 03, 2018

#R1#
RestInPiece's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and RestInPiece duly obliges.
RestInPiece throws a body punch but Macri moves out of range.
RestInPiece jabbing away but nothing is landing.
RestInPiece is looking to score with low kicks.#TD2#
Macri closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming RestInPiece to the mat! RestInPiece manages to get full guard.
RestInPiece wants to stand but Macri is controlling the position. #SUB2#
Macri is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! RestInPiece is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! RestInPiece has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
RestInPiece wants to stand but Macri is controlling his posture from full guard.
Macri has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T1##SUB2#
Macri has his foot on RestInPiece's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. RestInPiece works his way back into a safe position though.
Macri manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. RestInPiece manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
RestInPiece knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Macri on the ground.
RestInPiece wants to get back to his feet but Macri is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
RestInPiece can't keep his opponent in guard - Macri advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
RestInPiece is not content to let Macri control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
RestInPiece is trying to stand back up but Macri is controlling him #SUB2#
Macri seems to be working for a kimura but RestInPiece defends the submission attempt.
Macri is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Macri wants to pass the guard but RestInPiece is defending well.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Macri throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing RestInPiece to regain full guard.
RestInPiece will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T3#
Macri prevents RestInPiece from getting back to his feet.
Macri passes RestInPiece's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Macri prevents RestInPiece from standing back up. #SUB2#
Macri is working for a submission of some sort.
Macri trying to mount his opponent but RestInPiece defends it.
Macri trying to control from half guard but RestInPiece is working away. #SUB2#
Macri is looking for a kimura here. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Macri content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Macri is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Macri works his way to his opponent's back.
RestInPiece trying to get back to his feet but Macri is in full control for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Macri is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! RestInPiece is tapping out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mauricio Macri!
A victorious Mauricio Macri thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: WeInSyd 26
Date: Aug 22, 2018

#R1#
RestInPiece tries to clinch but Corallo is having none of it.
Despite the aggression on Corallo's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A decent looking cross lands there for RestInPiece.
Corallo drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Machiavelli RestInPiece seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Corallo has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Corallo there as he acknowledges the shot.
RestInPiece scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Corallo doesn't seem bothered though. #CL#
RestInPiece gets a clinch.
Corallo misses with a punch on the inside.
Corallo throws a head punch that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Corallo working aggressively here.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Corallo as RestInPiece tries to tie him up.
Corallo prevents a takedown attempt there.
RestInPiece blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Corallo misses with a punch on the inside.
Corallo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1##BC#
RestInPiece breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
RestInPiece scoring well with a low kick there.
Corallo 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.
Corallo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
RestInPiece has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Midnight MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Corallo shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Corallo walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A head kick misses from RestInPiece.
Corallo looks like he wants to counter punch here.#KD#
RestInPiece bobbing and weaving well here. And he's unloaded with a massive right hand that drops Corallo! He dives into his guard looking to finish! #ROC#
Corallo is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!#SU#
RestInPiece gets to his feet - Corallo follows without any prompting.
Corallo is still on wobbly legs! Can RestInPiece finish him?
RestInPiece fakes the body blow, causing Corallo to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Corallo goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Machiavelli RestInPiece!

Event: SyFi 78
Date: Jul 20, 2018

#R1#
Elliot misses with a hook.
RestInPiece tries to clinch
and Elliot counters with a three punch combo that has RestInPiece backing up. RestInPiece nods at Elliot to acknowledge the strikes.
RestInPiece dives in and grabs Elliot's left leg, looking for a takedown. Elliot pushes down on RestInPiece's head and hops out.
Elliot misses with a jab, cross combination.
A big left from Elliot misses.
Ben Elliot seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Elliot misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
RestInPiece steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Elliot.
Elliot avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Elliot has been working on his boxing with his coaches at NYC Alpha (Conditioning and Sparring Gym) in the buildup to the fight.
Elliot ducks down and throws a hook to the body but RestInPiece moves away.
RestInPiece misses with a body punch
and RestInPiece takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
RestInPiece moves into the clinch successfully.
RestInPiece is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Elliot is defending well.
Elliot scores with a shot to the side of RestInPiece's head.
Elliot wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Elliot is trying to break free.
A nice left hand lands by Elliot. #T1#
Elliot swings wildly with an uppercut but RestInPiece uses good head movement to avoid it.
RestInPiece prevents Elliot from breaking the clinch.#TD2#
RestInPiece jumps guard.
Elliot trying to control the position from guard on top but RestInPiece is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
RestInPiece looking for a sweep. Not yet RestInPiece, not yet.
Elliot trying to stand up but can't free himself from RestInPiece's guard.
Elliot trying to control but RestInPiece is working from the bottom.
RestInPiece is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Elliot has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Elliot is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Elliot trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Elliot stops RestInPiece from standing up.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
RestInPiece keeping moving, preventing Elliot from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Elliot paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Elliot throws a looping overhand right but RestInPiece ducks down to avoid it.
Elliot scores with a sloppy right hand. RestInPiece should have avoided that one.
Elliot misses with a hook.#CL2#
Elliot gets tackled into the cage by RestInPiece. RestInPiece maintains the clinch.
RestInPiece throws a head punch that misses.
RestInPiece blocks a punch to the side of the head.
RestInPiece misses with a punch on the inside.
RestInPiece trying to stall but Elliot improves his position.
RestInPiece is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Ben Elliot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Machiavelli RestInPiece.
Elliot gets underhooks to prevent RestInPiece's takedown attempt.
RestInPiece lands an uppercut.
RestInPiece goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Elliot is trying to push RestInPiece away but RestInPiece has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T3##BC2#
RestInPiece escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Elliot lands with an uppercut that bounces RestInPiece off the cage and back into range.
RestInPiece ducks under a wild hook from Elliot.
Elliot throws a nice looking combination but RestInPiece bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
RestInPiece tries to close the distance and clinch but Elliot swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
RestInPiece fails with a takedown attempt.
A slow jab from Elliot misses its intended target.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Elliot.
RestInPiece takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Elliot throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
RestInPiece tries to counter with a clinch but Elliot shakes him off and moves away.
Elliot misses the jab.
RestInPiece steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Elliot.
Elliot misses with a few strikes there.
Ben Elliot is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
RestInPiece tries to clinch there but Elliot circles away.
Elliot looks to land a left hand but RestInPiece moved out of range nicely.
RestInPiece staying out of range there.
RestInPiece shoots in but Elliot avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Elliot loads up on a big right hand but RestInPiece slips the punch.
RestInPiece tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Elliot manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
RestInPiece gets in close and instigates a clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Elliot tries to break free but RestInPiece pushes him back against the cage.
RestInPiece is trying to stall.
Elliot has had enough of the clinch but RestInPiece keeps him there for the moment.
RestInPiece keeps control of Elliot as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Elliot gets through RestInPiece's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ben Elliot dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Elliot misses the jab.#CL2#
RestInPiece darts in and clinches Elliot up against the cage.
RestInPiece misses with a punch to the body.
Elliot is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
RestInPiece is looking for a takedown.
Elliot scores with a nice hook to the head.
RestInPiece is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Elliot tries to break free but RestInPiece pushes him back against the cage.
Elliot wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Elliot wants to get back to striking at distance but RestInPiece won't allow it.
RestInPiece keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Elliot's efforts to push away.
RestInPiece swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Elliot wants to break free but RestInPiece has control.
RestInPiece lands a nice shot to the body. #TD2#
RestInPiece pulls guard. #ES2#
RestInPiece has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Elliot has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
RestInPiece blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Elliot is trying to force a seperation but RestInPiece has the dominant position.#T1#
RestInPiece lands with a left to the head.
Elliot prevents the takedown attempt.
Ben Elliot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Machiavelli RestInPiece.
A frustrated look appears on Elliot's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A short left from Elliot.
RestInPiece keeps control of Elliot as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Elliot wants to break the clinch but can't.
Elliot prevents a body shot from RestInPiece.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
RestInPiece wants to take the fight to the mat but Elliot manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC2#
RestInPiece manages to break the clinch.
Elliot scores with a hook to the body. RestInPiece takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
RestInPiece slips a jab from Elliot.
RestInPiece is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from Elliot misses the target.#CL2#
RestInPiece moves into the clinch.#T2##BC#
Elliot manages to break the clinch.
RestInPiece throws a hook to the side of Elliot's head but Elliot sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
RestInPiece slips under a jab from Elliot.
Elliot dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Elliot pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ben Elliot is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
RestInPiece darts in and clinches Elliot up against the cage.
RestInPiece is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Elliot is defending well.
Elliot working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Machiavelli RestInPiece seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
RestInPiece tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD2#
RestInPiece manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Elliot is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that RestInPiece can do to turn this around?
Elliot trying to control but RestInPiece is working from the bottom.
Elliot showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Elliot looking to sit in guard and control but RestInPiece gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Elliot seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
RestInPiece stopping the sweep attempt from Elliot.
Elliot looking to control.
RestInPiece won't allow Elliot to sweep him here. #SU2#
RestInPiece stands up from Elliot's guard - RestInPiece perhaps looking for a knockout.
Elliot looks to land a left hand but RestInPiece moved out of range nicely.
RestInPiece bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Elliot throws an uppercut from half a mile away. RestInPiece sees it coming and avoids it easily.
RestInPiece drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Elliot defends it well.
Elliot catches RestInPiece with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
RestInPiece slips a straight right by Elliot.
RestInPiece steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Elliot.
RestInPiece keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Elliot.
RestInPiece steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Elliot.
RestInPiece tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Elliot manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Elliot misses with an uppercut.
RestInPiece takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Elliot missing with a left hand there. RestInPiece was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Elliot displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from RestInPiece.
Elliot throws a right and a left that RestInPiece avoids nicely. #CL2#
RestInPiece instigates a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Ben Elliot will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Elliot misses with a looping right.
Elliot connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
RestInPiece lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Elliot misses with a wild combination.
RestInPiece wants to counter the offense by Elliot and move into the clinch position.
Elliot throws a shot from downtown. RestInPiece moves away and avoids it.
RestInPiece steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Elliot.#CL2#
RestInPiece clinches up against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as RestInPiece takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Elliot tries to break free but RestInPiece pushes him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Elliot takes a shot to the head.
Elliot wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Elliot misses with a punch on the inside. #TD2#
RestInPiece successfully pulls guard.
Elliot is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Elliot knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for RestInPiece on the ground.#T1#
RestInPiece is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Elliot trying to control but RestInPiece is working from the bottom.
RestInPiece being controlled here, momentarily.
Elliot trying to control the position from guard on top but RestInPiece is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Elliot engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Elliot wants to control from the top but RestInPiece keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
RestInPiece moves out of range as Elliot strikes.
A kick lands to the mid section there for RestInPiece.#CL2#
RestInPiece moves into the clinch.
RestInPiece blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, RestInPiece creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#
It looks like Ben Elliot has been cut.
A short right from RestInPiece.
RestInPiece is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Elliot pulls him back up using the underhooks.
RestInPiece lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC2#
Elliot is rocked!#TD2#
RestInPiece jumps guard and drags Elliot to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Oh Elliot is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB2#
RestInPiece is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Elliot defends well.
Elliot seems to have got his legs back now.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Elliot here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Elliot trying to control the position from guard on top but RestInPiece is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
RestInPiece is looking to stand up but Elliot isn't so interested in that idea.
RestInPiece keeping full guard, as Elliot tries to pass.
Elliot is looking to pass into half guard but RestInPiece pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now RestInPiece is in guard.#REVB#
RestInPiece postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Elliot is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Elliot wants to sweep here but RestInPiece controlling him for the moment.
Elliot wants to improve his position but instead RestInPiece has moved into half guard. #SU2#
RestInPiece decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. #T4#
RestInPiece ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
RestInPiece steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Elliot.
RestInPiece tries to clinch but Elliot is having none of it.
RestInPiece walks into a left hand.
Elliot throws out a loose jab but RestInPiece uses good head movement to avoid it.
Elliot sets himself, and RestInPiece steps forward looking for the clinch! Elliot avoids it this time.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
RestInPiece lands a hook to the side of the head.
RestInPiece tries to work over Elliot's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
RestInPiece lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC#
Elliot breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
RestInPiece shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Elliot sprawls well. Elliot wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. RestInPiece gets slowly back to his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Machiavelli RestInPiece comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Elliot has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 29:28
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ben Elliot!
A very excited looking Ben Elliot 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: SyFi 68
Date: Jun 24, 2018

#R1#
RestInPiece misses with a looping left.
Elliot sizes up RestInPiece with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Elliot misses with a wild body shot.
Elliot misses with a straight right.
RestInPiece wants to clinch.
Elliot scores with a nice head shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Elliot misses.
RestInPiece is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
RestInPiece moves out of range as Elliot strikes.#CL2#
RestInPiece drives through and clinches with Elliot against the cage.
RestInPiece holding his opponent close, against the cage. #T1#
Elliot lands a right hand that snaps the head of RestInPiece backwards.
Elliot swings wildly with an uppercut but RestInPiece uses good head movement to avoid it.
RestInPiece goes for a takedown in the clinch but Elliot prevents it.
Elliot trying to stall but RestInPiece improves his position.
RestInPiece stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
RestInPiece keeps control of Elliot as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Elliot.
RestInPiece is trying to pull guard but Elliot turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Elliot is trying to push RestInPiece away but RestInPiece has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Elliot is trying to break free.
Elliot misses with a punch on the inside.
RestInPiece lands a right hand that snaps the head of Elliot backwards.
RestInPiece lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
RestInPiece lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Elliot backwards.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as RestInPiece takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A short body shot lands from RestInPiece as the two fighters clinch.
Elliot is breathing heavily.#T2#
Elliot can't break the clinch.
RestInPiece content to slow the pace in the clinch. #BC2#
RestInPiece breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
RestInPiece fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Elliot, pushing him back against the cage.
RestInPiece has Elliot pressed against the cage, preventing Elliot from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
RestInPiece taking a breather.
Elliot tries to circle away but RestInPiece has him pinned against the cage.#TD2#
RestInPiece pulls guard successfully.
Elliot definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Elliot looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Elliot wants to control from the top but RestInPiece keeps moving.
Elliot is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3#
Elliot trying to control the position from guard on top but RestInPiece is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Elliot pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. RestInPiece is keeping the position for now.
RestInPiece has control of Elliot's left arm, preventing Elliot from doing any damage.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Elliot with a nice head shot there.
RestInPiece wants to stand but Elliot is controlling the position.
RestInPiece will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
RestInPiece uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Elliot.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
A swing and a miss from Elliot.
RestInPiece tries to clinch up but Elliot circles away and keeps his distance.
Elliot misses with a hook to the body
and RestInPiece counters with a nice low kick that buckles Elliot's knee momentarily.
Elliot throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
RestInPiece fails with a takedown attempt.
Elliot swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ben Elliot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Machiavelli RestInPiece.
RestInPiece slips under a jab.
Elliot sets himself, and RestInPiece steps forward looking for the clinch! Elliot avoids it this time.#CL2#
RestInPiece closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
RestInPiece slows down the pace here.
RestInPiece keeps control of Elliot as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Elliot misses with some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Machiavelli RestInPiece will probably get the nod.
That's time! Elliot's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Elliot throws a body shot but no joy.
Elliot looks to throw the jab but RestInPiece is out of range.
RestInPiece wants to counter with a clinch but Elliot pushes him away.
RestInPiece defending well as Elliot loads up on a big left hand.
RestInPiece misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Elliot counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
RestInPiece tries to close the distance and clinch but Elliot swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
RestInPiece shoots in looking for a takedown. Elliot tries to sprawl out of it but RestInPiece keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Elliot manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL2#
RestInPiece moves into the clinch successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Elliot wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
RestInPiece working aggressively here.
RestInPiece tries to work over Elliot's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T1#
RestInPiece makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
RestInPiece keeps control of Elliot as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
RestInPiece stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
RestInPiece wants a takedown.
RestInPiece working some nice short punches in the clinch.#CUT2#
It looks like Ben Elliot has been cut.
Elliot tries to break the clinch but RestInPiece is controlling the position.
Elliot blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Elliot tries to break free but RestInPiece pushes him back against the cage.
Elliot wants to break the clinch but can't.
Elliot is trying to force a seperation but RestInPiece has the dominant position.
Elliot blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Elliot tries to break the clinch but RestInPiece is controlling the position.
A frustrated look appears on Elliot's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Elliot takes a shot to the head.
Elliot wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Elliot is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
RestInPiece throws a punch but it's blocked by Elliot.
A nice left hand lands by Elliot.
RestInPiece throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Elliots head. #T2#
Elliot wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
RestInPiece leaning his opponent against the cage.
Elliot is looking to break free of the clinch but RestInPiece has double underhooks.
Elliot looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
RestInPiece blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
RestInPiece has Elliot pressed against the cage, preventing Elliot from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
RestInPiece is looking to control Elliot's arms but Elliot gets an underhook and turns him. Now RestInPiece has his back to the cage.
RestInPiece holding his opponent close, against the cage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Machiavelli RestInPiece seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
RestInPiece tries to pull guard but Elliot won't allow it.
Ben Elliot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Machiavelli RestInPiece.
Nice body punch from RestInPiece.
RestInPiece is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Elliot is keeping busy.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Machiavelli RestInPiece.#CL2#
RestInPiece gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T3#
RestInPiece lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Elliot stalling in the clinch but RestInPiece improves position.
RestInPiece'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.
Elliot blocks a body shot from RestInPiece.
Elliot is trying to force a seperation but RestInPiece has the dominant position.
RestInPiece has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A right handed body shot lands from RestInPiece.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
RestInPiece drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The referee is keeping an eye on RestInPiece - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
RestInPiece lands a body shot.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as RestInPiece takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Elliot is trying to push RestInPiece away but RestInPiece has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
The referee is keeping an eye on RestInPiece - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
A head punch blocked on the inside by RestInPiece. #T4#
Elliot is pressed up against the cage. RestInPiece has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Elliot down to the mat. Elliot avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
RestInPiece shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Elliot defends it nicely.
RestInPiece keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Elliot.
Elliot throws a hook but RestInPiece avoids it easily.
RestInPiece moves in looking to clinch but Elliot pushes him off.#CL2#
RestInPiece gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Elliot wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but RestInPiece has him pressed against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Elliot working hard to break the clinch.
Elliot is trying to push RestInPiece away but RestInPiece has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Elliot tries to break the clinch but RestInPiece is controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Elliot lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of RestInPiece backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Machiavelli RestInPiece showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ben Elliot's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A big right from Elliot misses.
RestInPiece bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Elliot circles away from the clinch attempt.
Elliot throws a shot from downtown. RestInPiece moves away and avoids it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Elliot darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
RestInPiece uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Elliot.
RestInPiece doesn't manage to clinch there - Elliot circles away.
Elliot tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but RestInPiece was well out of range. Poor timing from Elliot.
RestInPiece is looking to clinch but Elliot is avoiding it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
RestInPiece uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Elliot.
Nice jab there from Elliot.
Elliot is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
RestInPiece scores with a leg kick.
Elliot misses with a straight left. #T1#
Elliot thows a left - swing and a miss!
Elliot looks to land a left hand but RestInPiece moved out of range nicely.
RestInPiece tries to clinch up but Elliot circles away and keeps his distance.
Nice defenses there by RestInPiece.
Elliot misses with a few strikes there.
RestInPiece tries to counter by closing the distance.
RestInPiece shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Elliot sprawls well. Elliot wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. RestInPiece gets slowly back to his feet.
Elliot throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
RestInPiece is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Elliot throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
RestInPiece tries to counter with a clinch but Elliot shakes him off and moves away.
Elliot ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Elliot throws a looping overhand right but RestInPiece ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
RestInPiece wants to clinch up but Elliot keeps it at a distance.
Ben Elliot is winning the standup battle so far.
Elliot throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Elliot sets himself, and RestInPiece steps forward looking for the clinch! Elliot avoids it this time.
Elliot connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between RestInPiece's hands.
RestInPiece tries to clinch up.
Elliot swats away the attempt to clinch by RestInPiece.
Ben Elliot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Elliot looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL2#
Elliot tries to keep at a distance but RestInPiece has taken the fight into the clinch.
RestInPiece digs a right hand underneath Elliot's ribcage. Elliot let out a lung full of air as it connected.
RestInPiece lands an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short right from RestInPiece.
Elliot swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
Elliot is trying to push RestInPiece away but RestInPiece has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
RestInPiece swings wildly with an uppercut but Elliot uses good head movement to avoid it.
Elliot throws a head punch that misses.
RestInPiece lands a shoulder strike. #TD2#
RestInPiece drags the fight down to the ground.
RestInPiece is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Elliot looking to sit in guard and control but RestInPiece gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
RestInPiece trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
RestInPiece prevents Elliot from getting back to his feet. #SU2#
RestInPiece gets to his feet. Elliot looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #CL2#
RestInPiece drives through and clinches with Elliot against the cage.
Elliot wants to break the clinch but can't. #TD2#
RestInPiece has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Elliot uses from the top position. #T4##ES2#
RestInPiece has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Elliot is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
RestInPiece prevents Elliot from breaking the clinch.
Elliot swings wildly with an uppercut but RestInPiece uses good head movement to avoid it.
Elliot wants to break free but RestInPiece has control.
RestInPiece tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Elliot tries to circle away but RestInPiece has him pinned against the cage.
Elliot wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Elliot wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but RestInPiece has him pressed against the cage.
RestInPiece lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Elliot can't break the clinch.
RestInPiece dips a shoulder and cracks Elliot with a mighty uppercut! Elliot falls back against the cage and RestInPiece unloads with a barrage of strikes! Elliot 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 - RestInPiece screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Machiavelli RestInPiece!

Event: WeInSyd14
Date: May 30, 2018

#R1#
RestInPiece shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Jackson but Jackson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
RestInPiece lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jackson's coach down at Sydney Combat Method was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Jackson's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
RestInPiece closes the distance and clinches up with Jackson, looking for a takedown. RestInPiece pushes Jackson against the cage but Jackson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jackson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #KD#
and RestInPiece counters with a crisp one two that drops Jackson! RestInPiece thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Jackson to his feet! Jackson is in big trouble!
RestInPiece blocks a jab.
Jackson throws a lazy right hand but RestInPiece sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
RestInPiece wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#CL2#
Jackson has managed to clinch.
Jackson wants to get back to striking at distance but RestInPiece won't allow it.
RestInPiece is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Jackson is defending well for now.
Jackson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jackson lands a hook that snaps the head of RestInPiece backwards.
Jackson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Jackson tries to break free but RestInPiece pushes him back against the cage.
Jackson has a couple of punches blocked by RestInPiece. #T1##BC#
RestInPiece breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jackson throws a hook but RestInPiece blocks it.
RestInPiece has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Machiavelli RestInPiece. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jackson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jackson misses with a looping right.#CL#
RestInPiece has closed the distance and engaged Jackson in a clinch.
Jackson is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
RestInPiece blocks a body shot from Jackson.
Jackson is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Jackson misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
RestInPiece successfully pulls guard.
RestInPiece trying to control the position here. #T2##SUB#
RestInPiece has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Jackson is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for RestInPiece.#SU2#
Jackson stands up.
RestInPiece changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Jackson tries to avoid it but RestInPiece manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Jackson to the ground. Jackson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Jackson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Nice sprawl there from Jackson as RestInPiece shoots in.
RestInPiece looks for a takedown but Jackson sprawls well.
Jackson throws a body punch but RestInPiece moves out of range.
Jackson throws a hook but RestInPiece blocks it.
Jackson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T3#
Jackson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
RestInPiece tries to counter with a takedown but Jackson is quick to defend against it.
Jackson misses the jab.
Jackson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
RestInPiece tries to close the distance and clinch but Jackson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
RestInPiece bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Alex Jackson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
RestInPiece moves out of range of the strikes.
RestInPiece shoots in for a double leg but Jackson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A little jabbing left from Jackson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses.
RestInPiece appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
RestInPiece staying out of range there.
Jackson throws a jab but it's blocked by RestInPiece.
Horrible takedown attempt by RestInPiece or perhaps it was just good defense by Jackson, which made it look bad.
RestInPiece shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jackson pinned against the cage. Jackson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4#
RestInPiece fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jackson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
RestInPiece dives in for a single leg takedown but Jackson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
RestInPiece tries to clinch up but Jackson circles away and keeps his distance.
Jackson throws a jab when RestInPiece was well out of range.
RestInPiece throws a big counter combination but Jackson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Jackson lands a jab to RestInPiece's midsection.
Jackson 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.
Jackson smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jackson misses with an uppercut. RestInPiece saw that one coming.
RestInPiece throws a big counter combination but Jackson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL2#
Jackson clinches up against the cage.
Jackson stops a takedown attempt from RestInPiece.
Jackson taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Jackson is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Jackson just leaning against RestInPiece, taking a breather.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alex Jackson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
RestInPiece keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
RestInPiece is looking to counter with head kicks.
RestInPiece moves out of range of the body kick.
RestInPiece is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
RestInPiece tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jackson defends well and RestInPiece ends up having to push Jackson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jackson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
RestInPiece is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jackson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Jackson misses with a straight right.
A slow jab from Jackson misses its intended target.
RestInPiece uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jackson.
Jackson throws an off balance right hand
and RestInPiece counters with a nice body shot.
Jackson throws a right and a left that RestInPiece avoids nicely.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from RestInPiece is defended easily by Jackson.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Machiavelli RestInPiece. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
RestInPiece fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jackson avoids it really well and circles away.#T1#
Jackson misses the shot to the body.
Jackson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but RestInPiece manages to avoid it.
Jackson throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck RestInPiece on the side of the head.
Jackson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
RestInPiece appears to be looking for a big counter.#CL#
RestInPiece moves into the clinch.
RestInPiece is trying to pull guard but Jackson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD#
RestInPiece drags the fight down to the ground.
Jackson wants to pass the guard but RestInPiece is keeping the position.
RestInPiece working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jackson.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Jackson looking to sit in guard and control but RestInPiece gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T2#
RestInPiece controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Jackson is trying to control the position but RestInPiece postures up.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Jackson. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
RestInPiece trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
RestInPiece looking to pass the guard.
Jackson tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
RestInPiece passes easily into side control. Nice work.
RestInPiece throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Jackson is trying to control RestInPiece's posture but RestInPiece avoids it. #SUB#
RestInPiece tries for a kimura but Jackson is defending well.
Jackson is trying to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jackson sneaks back into half guard.#T4#
RestInPiece is taking a breather. Jackson 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.#SUB#
RestInPiece seems to be working for a kimura but Jackson defends the submission attempt.
RestInPiece works his way into side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jackson is being controlled here.
Jackson wants to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Alex Jackson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
RestInPiece drops his hands momentarily and Jackson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
RestInPiece is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jackson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL#
RestInPiece clinches up against the cage.
Jackson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from RestInPiece.
RestInPiece tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Jackson just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Machiavelli RestInPiece. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A head punch blocked on the inside by RestInPiece.
RestInPiece scores with a shoulder strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
RestInPiece tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Jackson just stands there and leans against the cage.
RestInPiece is working for takedown but Jackson is calmly controlling the position for now.
Jackson is looking to break free of the clinch but RestInPiece has double underhooks. #BC#
RestInPiece manages to break the clinch.
Jackson throws out a loose jab but RestInPiece uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Jackson pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces RestInPiece back to the cage. Jackson follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Jackson loads up on a big right hand but RestInPiece slips the punch.#CL2#
Jackson closes the distance and clinches.
Jackson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jackson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Jackson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Jackson is looking to break free of the clinch but RestInPiece has double underhooks.
Jackson tries to stall but RestInPiece uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
RestInPiece is leaning against Jackson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC#
RestInPiece breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jackson throws a jab but it's blocked by RestInPiece.
RestInPiece half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
RestInPiece shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Jackson sprawls well. Jackson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. RestInPiece gets slowly back to his feet.#T2#
Jackson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
RestInPiece shoots and misses
enabling Jackson to counter with a crisp jab.
Jackson swings widly with a right hand #CL#
and RestInPiece counters by clinching up.
RestInPiece goes for a takedown in the clinch but Jackson prevents it.
Jackson throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Jackson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
RestInPiece effectively controlling the action here.
Jackson is trying to break free.
A short right from Jackson.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jackson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
RestInPiece creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Jackson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T3#
Jackson is trying to push RestInPiece away but RestInPiece has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#TD#
RestInPiece ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. RestInPiece no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Jackson trying to control but RestInPiece is working from the bottom.
RestInPiece has a closed guard, preventing Jackson from standing up.
Alex Jackson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
RestInPiece is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Jackson is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
RestInPiece working for a triangle but Jackson defends it easily.
RestInPiece doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Jackson's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
RestInPiece looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
RestInPiece wants to sweep here but Jackson controlling him for the moment. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jackson scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jackson throws a big shot that misses.
RestInPiece tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Jackson manages to circle out of the way.
RestInPiece slips under a jab.
RestInPiece looks for the body kick but Jackson saw that one coming.
Machiavelli RestInPiece has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
RestInPiece displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jackson throws out the jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alex Jackson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Jackson 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 Francis DeMontford scores the fight 28:29
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alex Jackson!

Event: WeInSyd 10
Date: May 02, 2018

#R1#
RestInPiece looks to score with a jab to the body but Lampshade is just out of range.
Lampshade tries to close the distance and clinch but RestInPiece swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lampshade tries to clinch but RestInPiece moves out of range.
Lampshade tries to clinch up but RestInPiece circles away and keeps his distance.
RestInPiece drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lampshade sprawls and moves away.
Lampshade tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but RestInPiece paws at him with a jab and circles away.
RestInPiece is looking for a counter combo.
Lampshade shoots and misses #CL#
and RestInPiece moves into the clinch.
Lampshade wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but RestInPiece has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
RestInPiece escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
RestInPiece pushes Lampshade up against the cage in a clinch.
Lampshade tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Lampshade goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lampshade misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lampshade misses with the head strike. #TD#
RestInPiece jumps into guard, dragging Lampshade to the mat.
RestInPiece wants to sweep here but Lampshade controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
RestInPiece is looking for a triangle but Lampshade pushes his legs off easily. #T1#
RestInPiece keeping moving, preventing Lampshade from controlling successfully.
Lampshade wants to get up but he can't break RestInPiece's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Lampshade wants to control from the top but RestInPiece keeps moving. #SUB#
RestInPiece is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lampshade is aware though and is defending well.
Lampshade wants to stand but RestInPiece is controlling his posture from full guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
RestInPiece seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Lampshade tries to close the distance and clinch but RestInPiece swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
RestInPiece has closed the distance and engaged Lampshade in a clinch. #TD#
RestInPiece pulls Lampshade into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
RestInPiece wants to sweep here but Lampshade controlling him for the moment. #T2##SUB2#
Lampshade is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! RestInPiece is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! RestInPiece has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Lampshade looking for a guillotine here but RestInPiece defends easily.
Lampshade keeping moving, preventing RestInPiece from controlling successfully.
RestInPiece throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
RestInPiece content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lampshade is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst RestInPiece is controlling him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
RestInPiece got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lampshade has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, RestInPiece has managed to get both his arms back between Lampshade's legs - danger averted.#SU#
RestInPiece stands up from Lampshade's guard - RestInPiece perhaps looking for a knockout. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Lampshade tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but RestInPiece paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lampshade looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A quick step to the side and RestInPiece tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Taga Lampshade seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Lampshade drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#ES#
RestInPiece explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Lampshade tries to clinch but RestInPiece is having none of it.
RestInPiece throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lampshade.
Lampshade wants to clinch up but RestInPiece keeps it at a distance.
RestInPiece swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Lampshade tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lampshade connects with a leg kick. RestInPiece looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #CL#
RestInPiece moves into the clinch.
Lampshade jumps guard but RestInPiece turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Lampshade tries to throw a body punch but RestInPiece avoids it by throwing Lampshade back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Machiavelli RestInPiece dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
RestInPiece thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Lampshade if he has to take too many more of those.
Lampshade tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lampshade tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. RestInPiece manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lampshade just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromRestInPiece.#CL#
RestInPiece closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
RestInPiece manages to break the clinch.
Lampshade tries to close the distance and clinch but RestInPiece swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
RestInPiece is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lampshade can do to turn this around?
RestInPiece keeps the fight on the outside.
RestInPiece throwing a counter right hand but Lampshade manages to avoid it.
Lampshade wants to clinch
and RestInPiece counters with a two punch combo.
We've been told by RestInPiece's head coaches at Lovelair Muay Thai/MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Lampshade tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but RestInPiece paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lampshade is looking to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
RestInPiece lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
RestInPiece keeps the fight on the outside.
RestInPiece tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Lampshade manages to circle out of the way.
No luck with that takedown attempt from RestInPiece.
RestInPiece throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lampshade's waist but Lampshade gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing RestInPiece off to one side. #T1##CL2#
Lampshade gets a clinch.
Lampshade tries a body shot but RestInPiece blocks it.
RestInPiece digs a right hand underneath Lampshade's ribcage. Lampshade let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lampshade tries to pull guard but RestInPiece holds him up against the cage and eventually Lampshade drops back down to his feet.
RestInPiece drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Machiavelli RestInPiece. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
RestInPiece ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. RestInPiece no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Lampshade trying to stand up but can't free himself from RestInPiece's guard.
Machiavelli RestInPiece overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
RestInPiece preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Lampshade thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
RestInPiece bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lampshade's guard. #REVR##T2#
RestInPiece forces his way into half guard.
RestInPiece stalling. #SUB#
RestInPiece is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
RestInPiece thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB#
RestInPiece is working for a kimura but Lampshade is defending it quite comfortably. #T3#
Lampshade avoiding damage under a succession of punches from RestInPiece.
RestInPiece looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
RestInPiece controlling the action here.
RestInPiece seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Lampshade for as long as he can get away with.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SU#
RestInPiece decides to return to a standing position.
RestInPiece lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by RestInPiece.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lampshade fails with an attempt to clinch.
RestInPiece looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A decent looking body kick lands there for RestInPiece.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Machiavelli RestInPiece dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Lampshade tries to close the distance and clinch but RestInPiece swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Machiavelli RestInPiece is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
RestInPiece misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lampshade with the counter takedown but RestInPiece avoids it easily.
Lampshade tries to clinch up but RestInPiece circles away and keeps his distance.
Lampshade tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lampshade tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but RestInPiece paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lampshade fails with the takedown
and RestInPiece counters with a right hand to the body. #CL2#
Lampshade has RestInPiece up against the cage in a clinch. #BC#
RestInPiece breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
RestInPiece gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
RestInPiece digs a right hand underneath Lampshade's ribcage. Lampshade let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC#
RestInPiece breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from RestInPiece is defended easily by Lampshade.#T1#
Lampshade darts in looking for a takedown but RestInPiece gets double underhooks and turns Lampshade into the cage.
Lampshade takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CUT#
It looks like Taga Lampshade has been cut.
Lampshade takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lampshade tries to clinch there but RestInPiece circles away.
Lampshade looks to clinch #KD#
and RestInPiece counters with a crisp one two that drops Lampshade! RestInPiece thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Lampshade to his feet! Lampshade is in big trouble!#CL#
RestInPiece takes the fight into the clinch.
RestInPiece taking a breather.
Lampshade throws an elbow but it misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Lampshade just misses with a elbow thrown towards RestInPiece's brow. #TD2#
Lampshade manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
RestInPiece is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
RestInPiece's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T2##SUB#
RestInPiece postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Lampshade is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of RestInPiece, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
RestInPiece working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lampshade doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lampshade manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
RestInPiece controlling the position.#T3#
Lampshade trying to control but RestInPiece is working from the bottom.
Lampshade wants to stand but RestInPiece is controlling his posture from full guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
RestInPiece looking to control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nice sprawl there from Lampshade as RestInPiece shoots in.#CL2#
Lampshade has managed to clinch. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD#
RestInPiece gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Lampshade is striking off his back. RestInPiece thinks nothing of it though and passes easily into half guard.
RestInPiece looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
RestInPiece is thwarting Lampshade's attempts to control the position.
Lampshade misses with some strikes from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lampshade tries to roll over but RestInPiece keeps him under control.

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 Machiavelli RestInPiece.
Well RestInPiece 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 Donatello Bradman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Machiavelli RestInPiece!
The defeated Taga Lampshade had this to say: 'All I can do is work on correcting my mistakes, first time out there was a good experience. '.

Event: WFC 14:Wolf vs Iceberg
Date: Nov 11, 2017

#R1#
RestInPiece fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Hop gets a clinch.
RestInPiece is trying to maintain a safe position but Hop gets an underhook and turns RestInPiece into the cage.
RestInPiece is trying to pull guard but Hop has him pressed against the cage.
Hop tries to score a body lock takedown but RestInPiece shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Hop controlling the action here for a moment.
Hop is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Hop wants to get back to striking at distance but RestInPiece won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hop is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hip Hop. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Hop takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
RestInPiece looking to stall.
The referee is keeping an eye on RestInPiece - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters. #T1#
RestInPiece is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Hop gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#TD2#
RestInPiece successfully pulls guard.
Hop wanted to stand there but RestInPiece had control of the position.
RestInPiece has control of Hop's left arm, preventing Hop from doing any damage.
Hop passes RestInPiece's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SU#
Hop postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for RestInPiece to stand up. #T2#
Hop dives in for a single leg takedown but RestInPiece sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
RestInPiece shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hop sprawls well. Hop wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. RestInPiece gets slowly back to his feet.
RestInPiece is looking to clinch but Hop is avoiding it.
RestInPiece dives in and grabs Hop's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hop pushes down on RestInPiece's head and hops out.
Hop takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hop wants to take the fight to the mat but RestInPiece manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Hop avoids the elbow strike from RestInPiece, against the cage.
Hop avoiding damage as RestInPiece throws knees to the body. #TD#
Hop jumps guard and drags RestInPiece to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
RestInPiece is looking to stand up but Hop won't let him. #T3#
RestInPiece stops Hop from standing up.
Hop seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
RestInPiece must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Hop has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but RestInPiece can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hop tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
RestInPiece trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
RestInPiece trying to control the position from guard on top but Hop is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hop is on top in guard. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hop wanted to stand there but RestInPiece had control of the position.
Hop showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hop seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down RestInPiece for as long as he can get away with.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hip Hop dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
RestInPiece leaves Hop with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hop throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hop shoots for a takedown but RestInPiece saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Hop fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Hop backing away here, and RestInPiece unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hip Hop. That's going to take a lot out of him.
RestInPiece fails with a takedown attempt.
Hop attempts a counter takedown but RestInPiece avoids it well and moves away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hop.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
RestInPiece throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
RestInPiece keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hop sets himself, and RestInPiece steps forward looking for the clinch! Hop avoids it this time.
RestInPiece shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hop as he avoids it easily. #T1#
RestInPiece tries to clinch but Hop moves out of range.
No luck for Hop with that takedown attempt.
RestInPiece tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hop defends well and RestInPiece ends up having to push Hop into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hop sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.#CL2#
RestInPiece rushes Hop and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
RestInPiece's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
RestInPiece drives through and clinches with Hop against the cage. #BC#
Hop manages to break the clinch.
RestInPiece fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
No luck for Hop with that takedown attempt. #CL2#
RestInPiece closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T2##BC2#
RestInPiece breaks from the clinch.
Hop shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. RestInPiece defends it nicely.
Hop avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
RestInPiece lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by RestInPiece.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hop shoots in looking for a takedown. RestInPiece tries to sprawl out of it but Hop keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. RestInPiece manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Hop changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. RestInPiece tries to avoid it but Hop manages to keep hold of a leg and drag RestInPiece to the ground. RestInPiece escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Hop stuffs the takedown.
Hop throws a sloppy head kick and RestInPiece moves out of range easily. #T3#
Hop tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but RestInPiece defends well and Hop ends up having to push RestInPiece into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hop shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has RestInPiece pinned against the cage. RestInPiece gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
RestInPiece dives in and grabs Hop's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hop pushes down on RestInPiece's head and hops out.
RestInPiece shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hop sprawls well. Hop wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. RestInPiece gets slowly back to his feet.
Hop seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Hop throws a nice looking combination but RestInPiece bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hop is defended easily by RestInPiece.
RestInPiece is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#T4#
Nice takedown defense from RestInPiece. No joy for Hop on that attempt.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from RestInPiece - that will leave a mark! #TD2#
RestInPiece drives through with a takedown into Hop's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
RestInPiece wants to control from the top but Hop keeps moving.
RestInPiece might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hop haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
RestInPiece wanted to stand there but Hop had control of the position.
RestInPiece wants to control from the top but Hop keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Machiavelli RestInPiece showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Nice sprawl there from RestInPiece as Hop shoots in.
Hop shoots in for a takedown but RestInPiece shows good takedown defense.
Hop circles away from the clinch attempt.
Hop half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
RestInPiece changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hop tries to avoid it but RestInPiece manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hop to the ground. Hop escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Hop appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
RestInPiece shoots for a takedown but Hop saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Hop will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hip Hop. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Hop clinches. #BC#
Hop's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hip Hop is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Hop feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
RestInPiece trying to control the position.
RestInPiece tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1##SUB#
Hop drops back looking for a leg! RestInPiece is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and RestInPiece manages to kick Hop off! Hop jumps back into RestInPiece's guard. #SUB#
Hop drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hop jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Hop forces his way into half guard.
RestInPiece trying to control here.
Hop winds up and cracks RestInPiece with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
RestInPiece wants to improve his position but Hop is controlling well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hop in particular looking to stall.
Hop thows a huge punch but RestInPiece dodges it nicely.
Hop passes the guard and advances to mount!
Hop lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent. #T3#
RestInPiece is trying desperately to improve position.
Hop controlling from mount. #SU#
Hop stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet. #TD2#
RestInPiece closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Hop's guard.
Hop is controlling RestInPiece's posture.
RestInPiece wants to control from the top but Hop keeps moving. #T4#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hop is on top in guard. #REVR#
Hop content to stall in guard here.
RestInPiece really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hop. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hip Hop!

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