Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: AFC Tokyo
Date: Sep 15, 2018

#R1#
Rumper throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sanna sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And Sanna counters with a quick kick to the body but Rumper blocks it.
Rumper misses with a low kick.
Sanna connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rumper's hands.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sanna.
Rumper throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Sanna was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Sanna's corner calls for a 1-2. Sanna obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CUT#
It looks like Todd Rumper has been cut.
Rumper misses with the combination.
Rumper tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#KD#
Sanna lands a big head kick that sends Rumper tumbling to the mat! Sanna takes a step backwards and waves Rumper back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Rumper is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sanna uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rumper.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Rumper seems to be squinting his left eye. Perhaps he got a poke in that previous exchange. Sanna shows no mercy and swarms him with a barage of strikes! Rumper is backing up but Sanna catches him with a final right hook that drops him! Rumper covers up and the referee steps in to end the fight! Sanna Jumps to his feet and flashes his guns to the crowd. Oh yeah, baby! How'd you like them apples?!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michael Sanna!
Michael Sanna is the new light heavyweight champion!

Event: AFC Helsinki 2
Date: Aug 31, 2018

#R1#
Sanna buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Rumper connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sanna. Sanna circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
An inside leg kick lands from Sanna.
Sanna lands with a kick to the temple. Rumper shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT#
It looks like Todd Rumper has been cut.
Rumper takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Sanna, right into the meat.
Rumper defending well as Sanna loads up on a big left hand.
Sanna lands a jab to the head.
Sanna takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sanna is breathing heavily.
Rumper clobbers Sanna with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rumper thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Sanna, right into the meat. #KD2#
Rumper lands a big shot that drops Sanna! Can he finish him? #CUT2#
It looks like Michael Sanna has been cut.
Rumper passes Sanna's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Sanna tries to kick Rumper off but Rumper keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
Rumper is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sanna has managed to free his arm - good work.
Rumper looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T1#
Rumper wants to free his trapped foot but Sanna is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Rumper is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. #SUB2#
Rumper drops back looking for a leg! Sanna is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sanna manages to kick Rumper off! Rumper jumps back into Sanna's guard.
Rumper is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Rumper is continuing to stall.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Rumper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sanna is keeping the position for now.
Sanna has control of Rumper's left arm, preventing Rumper from doing any damage.
Rumper trying to control but Sanna is working from the bottom.
Sanna keeping full guard, as Rumper tries to pass.
Sanna looking for a sweep. Not yet Sanna, not yet.
Sanna trying to control the position here.
Rumper wants to control from the top but Sanna keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Rumper misses with the combination.
Rumper avoids the head kick by Sanna.
Sanna buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Rumper on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sanna slips a jab from Rumper.
Sanna scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Rumper throws a front kick aimed at Sanna's knee but Sanna avoids it well.
Sanna keeps Rumper at a distance using the push kick.
Sanna throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sanna lands with a slapping head kick.
Rumper misses with a two punch combination.
Sanna lands a head kick!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sanna lands a nice looking body shot. #T4#
Sanna works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Rumper fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Sanna checks it well.
Sanna slips a jab from Rumper.
Rumper misses with a hook. Sanna ducked under it nicely.
Good shot there by Sanna.
Rumper throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sanna.
No joy there for Sanna, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Sanna blocks a jab.
Sanna scores with a head kick.
Sanna tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sanna misses with a wild body shot.
Sanna looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rumper throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sanna.
Sanna is looking to counter punch.
Sanna swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Rumper throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good shot there by Rumper.
Rumper misses with a leg kick
and Sanna counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Michael Sanna will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Sanna's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Rumper throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jab from Rumper.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Rumper in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Sanna dodges the punch combination from Rumper.
Rumper misses with a jab, cross combination.
Sanna throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rumper fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sanna manages to avoid it.
Sanna lands a glancing blow to the side of Rumper's head.
Sanna uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rumper.
Sanna connects with a solid leg kick.
Sanna lands a jab to Rumper's midsection.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rumper throws a series of punches but Sanna avoids them all with ease.
Sanna scores with a hook to the body. Rumper takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sanna misses the shot to the body.
Rumper takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good leg kick by Sanna there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Sanna lands a nice looking body shot. #T1#
Nice body punch from Sanna.
Rumper fails to land with a series of punches.
Rumper is breathing heavily.
Rumper misses with a wild combination.
Sanna throws a head kick that half lands.
Rumper scores with the left hand. Sanna knows he should have avoided that one.
A head kick misses from Sanna.
Rumper keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rumper connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sanna momentarily. #ROC2#
Sanna is rocked!
Sanna gets tagged by a hook that puts him to sleep! Rumper points and yells something to his unconcious foe before strutting off. Sanna wakes up just in time to hear Rumper thank his coaches in the post fight interview.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Todd Rumper!

Event: AFC Fight Night 24
Date: Aug 19, 2018

#R1#
Diaz moves in looking to clinch but Rumper pushes him off.
Rumper moves out of range as Diaz throws a body kick.
Rumper clobbers Diaz with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Rumper does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
An inside leg kick from Rumper misses.
Rumper wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Diaz slips a jab from Rumper.
Rumper fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Diaz looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Rumper misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Rumper misses with a low kick.
No luck for Diaz with that takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rumper throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Diaz on the side of the head.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rumper darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Diaz goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Rumper lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Diaz circles away quickly and effectively.#T1#
Diaz dives in for a single leg takedown but Rumper sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Diaz tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Rumper defends well and Diaz ends up having to push Rumper into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ramon Diaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Diaz shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Rumper pinned against the cage. Rumper gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Todd Rumper is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rumper cracks Diaz with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Diaz falls to his knees and Rumper doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Todd Rumper!

Event: AFC Fight Night 22
Date: Jul 27, 2018

#R1##CL2#
Sargent has Rumper up against the cage in a clinch.
Sargent tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Rumper just stands there and leans against the cage.
Rumper stalling.
Sargent just leaning against Rumper, taking a breather.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC#
Rumper escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rumper throws a series of punches but Sargent moves out of range.
Rumper looks to throw the jab but Sargent is out of range.
Sargent is looking to clinch.
Rumper cracks Sargent with a right hand to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sargent fails to land the takedown.
Rumper with a jab.
Rumper misses with a two punch combination.
Sargent wants to counter with a clinch but Rumper pushes him away.#T1#
Sargent will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Todd Rumper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shaun Sargent.
Sargent takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CUT#
It looks like Shaun Sargent has been cut.#KD#
Rumper throws a big overhand right that connects, sending Sargent tumbling to the canvas!#ROC#
Sargent is rocked!#SUB#
Rumper thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sargent is still in real trouble! Can Rumper finish him?
Rumper seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB#
Rumper is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Sargent seems to have recovered his senses.
Sargent is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Rumper is sitting in close to Sargent's body. Sargent has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Rumper is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Rumper is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Sargent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Shaun Sargent!

Event: AFC Helsinki
Date: Jul 15, 2018

#R1#
Rumper lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Rumper throws a right and a left that Silva avoids nicely.
Rumper connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Rumper misses with a few strikes there.
Rumper's corner calls for a 1-2. Rumper obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Silva walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Todd Rumper seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#KD#
Rumper waves his right hand out in front of him, looking to distract Silva. Oh, he's unloaded a beast of a left hand - it worked! He's dropped Silva to the canvas! Can he finish him!? #ROC#
Silva is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rumper trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Silva is still in real trouble! Can Rumper finish him?
Rumper is working hard here to advance position.
Silva seems to have recovered his senses.#SUB#
Rumper drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Rumper jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Rumper trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Rumper got a little sloppy there for a moment and Silva has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rumper has managed to get both his arms back between Silva's legs - danger averted.
Rumper advances position into side control!#T1#
Silva is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Rumper off and has taken his back!
Silva keeps control of the position as Rumper tries to break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Silva working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Rumper is doing well to defend. Silva seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Rumper is forced to tap and this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Julio Silva!

Event: AFC New York 2
Date: Jun 10, 2018

#R1#
Diaz misses with a series of wild punches.
Diaz stuns Rumper with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Rumper scores with a nice right hand.
Nice sprawl there from Rumper as Diaz shoots in.#KD2#
Rumper moves into range and throws a big uppercut. OH! Diaz goes down! Can Rumper finish him!?#ROC2#
Diaz is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Diaz working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Rumper has passed into half guard!
Oh Diaz is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB2#
Rumper is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Rumper is working for a submission of some sort.
Diaz seems to have got his legs back now.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T1##SUB2#
Rumper is looking for a kimura but Diaz is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Rumper to get the leverage.
Diaz wants to control but Rumper is keeping busy. #SUB2#
Rumper is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Diaz has managed to free his arm - good work.
Diaz is looking to improve his position.
Rumper is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Rumper is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Diaz has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rumper can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Diaz is trying to control the position but Rumper postures up.
Rumper stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diaz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
My spies in Melhor Lutador MMA inform me that Rumper has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Diaz working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rumper doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rumper manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Diaz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Diaz is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rumper wants to control from the top but Diaz keeps moving. #T3#
Rumper stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diaz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rumper wants to control from the top but Diaz keeps moving.
Rumper not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Rumper changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Diaz throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Todd Rumper is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Diaz gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Rumper.
Diaz tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Rumper defends well and Diaz ends up having to push Rumper into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Diaz closes this distance looking for a takedown but Rumper circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ramon Diaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Rumper misses with a jab, cross combination. #KD2#
Rumper catches Diaz napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Diaz to the canvas!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rumper controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rumper tries to free his leg and advance position but Diaz is retaining full guard.
Rumper being controlled here momentarily.
Diaz working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
Rumper has gone for a leg lock! Diaz slips out almost immediately though and dives into Rumper's guard.#REVR#
Rumper is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Todd Rumper dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Rumper blocks a head kick by Diaz.
Rumper ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Diaz moves away.
Rumper scores with a jab to the body.
Rumper slaps away a takedown attempt from Diaz, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Diaz throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Diaz defending well as Rumper loads up on a big left hand.
Rumper lands with a shot to the body.
Todd Rumper seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice shot by Rumper.
Rumper misses with the combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rumper lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Diaz circles away quickly and effectively.
A quick step to the side and Diaz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Diaz tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rumper sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Diaz somewhat.
It seemed like Rumper was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Nice body punch from Diaz.
Rumper thuds his right hand into Diaz's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Diaz moves away from the strike by Rumper.
It looked like Diaz was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Diaz shoots in looking for a takedown but Rumper manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Diaz's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Rumper looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ramon Diaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Diaz goes for a double leg but Rumper avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rumper continues to drive forward.
Diaz shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Rumper as he jumps to the side.
As Diaz backs off Rumper throws a huge counter combo but Diaz manages to avoid it all.
Rumper lands with a shot to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Rumper swinging wildly here.
Diaz wants to clinch.#T2#
Diaz throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Todd Rumper seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Diaz tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rumper sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Diaz somewhat.
Rumper unleashes a big counter combination but Diaz bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Ramon Diaz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Rumper misses with a body shot.
Diaz lands with a kick to the temple. Rumper shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Rumper cracks Diaz with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Diaz tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Rumper pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Diaz is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Todd Rumper!

Event: AFC Cathaway vs Turturro
Date: May 12, 2018

#R1#
Sanna swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sanna feints and then cracks Rumper's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rumper down.
Sanna swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rumper.
Sanna misses with a wild combination.
Rumper throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sanna rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rumper moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Rumper ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rumper misses the shot to the body.
Nice body punch from Sanna.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sanna.
Rumper uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sanna.
Rumper lands with an uppercut that bounces Sanna off the cage and back into range.
Sanna misses with a hook.
It seemed like Rumper was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sanna throws a head kick that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rumper works the jab nicely.
An inside leg kick from Rumper misses.
Rumper swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Sanna jabs Rumper right on the nose. Rumper blinks but takes it well.#T1#
Sanna lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rumper's sensitive parts.
Sanna swinging wildly here.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#KD2#
Rumper drops Sanna with a left and a right! Oh, Sanna is hurt - Rumper dives into side control looking to finish! #ROC2#
Sanna is rocked!#SUB2#
Rumper is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sanna is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Oh Sanna is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sanna tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Rumper easily slips into full mount! #SUB2#
Rumper has hold of Sanna's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Sanna manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Sanna seems to have got his legs back now.
Sanna is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Rumper avoids the attempt from Sanna to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Rumper jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Sanna is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Sanna and Rumper has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission. #SUB2#
Rumper working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T2#
Sanna wants to control but Rumper postures up.
Sanna is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Rumper is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Rumper is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sanna knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Sanna is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Rumper prevents Sanna from escaping the position.#T3##SUB2#
Rumper is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sanna is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sanna is looking for a sweep.
Sanna is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Rumper wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sanna, who protects the arm well.
Sanna struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Rumper tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Sanna definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sanna is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T4#
Sanna makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sanna.
Rumper seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Sanna looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rumper is one step ahead there.
Rumper looking to sit in guard and control but Sanna gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Sanna controlling from the top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Todd Rumper dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Sanna throws a nice outside leg kick.
A solid body kick from Sanna.
Sanna lands a front kick.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Rumper in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Sanna fakes the leg kick and cracks Rumper in the body.
Rumper throws a hook to the side of Sanna's head but Sanna sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#KD#
Sanna drops Rumper with a beautiful combination! Rumper stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Sanna is looking for the KO!#CUT#
It looks like Todd Rumper has been cut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A looping hook to the body misses from Rumper. Sanna does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rumper takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Sanna.
Sanna lands a brutal head kick. Rumper looks out on his feet and Sanna throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Michael Sanna!
Michael Sanna retains his light heavyweight title!

Event: AFC Fight Night 18
Date: Apr 28, 2018

#R1##CL#
McDonald clinches. #BC#
McDonald escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McDonald has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Rumper finds it's way round the side to connect with McDonald's head.
McDonald has been working on his boxing with his coaches at All Star Performance Institute in the buildup to the fight.
Rumper cracks McDonald with an open hand slap.
McDonald takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Rumper throws a body punch but McDonald moves out of range.
Rumper cracks McDonald with an open hand slap.
McDonald fails with a takedown attempt.
McDonald is looking to clinch but Rumper is avoiding it.
McDonald fails in his attempt to clinch.
Rumper slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#ROC2#
McDonald is rocked!
Rumper is looking for an opening here. He's unloaded a big left hand that catches McDonald flush on the jaw and sends him tumbling to the canvas! McDonald is out cold! Rumper holds back from landing any unnecessary shots to his unconscious opponent, as the referee reacts slowly to the situation. A brutal knockout and then some excellent sportsmanship - this guy is my new favorite fighter!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Todd Rumper!

Event: AFC Sokolov vs Cathaway 2
Date: Apr 14, 2018

#R1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Sanna.
Sanna fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rumper.
Sanna showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rumper.
A right-left combo lands from Sanna.
That kick from Sanna tenderised Rumper's leg. Rumper is trying to keep his angry face on.
Rumper throws a right and a left that Sanna avoids nicely.
Sanna on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Sanna misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nice body punch from Rumper.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sanna fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rumper has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Rumper takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sanna scores with a kick to the midsection.
Sanna misses with a two punch combination.
As Sanna backs off Rumper throws a huge counter combo but Sanna manages to avoid it all.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sanna.
Rumper scores with a jab to the head.
Rumper pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sanna tried to counter with a leg kick but Rumper avoided it.
Good work by Sanna as he checks the leg kick.
Sanna lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T1#
Sanna scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A good leg kick by Sanna.
Rumper misses with an uppercut. Sanna saw that one coming.
Sanna misses with a two punch combination.
Sanna throws the left hand but Rumper avoids the punch easily.
Rumper throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rumper takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Rumper is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Sanna.
Sanna chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sanna throws a series of punches but Rumper avoids them all with ease.
Rumper swings widly with a right hand
and Sanna connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sanna throws a right and a left that Rumper avoids nicely.
Sanna misses with a leg kick.
Sanna throws a quick inside leg kick.
Rumper swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Sanna misses with a two punch combination.
Rumper appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Rumper swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Rumper misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Sanna swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Rumper counters with a left to the body.
A big right from Sanna misses.
Rumper sizes up Sanna with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sanna tries to work over Rumper's front leg with a kick but Rumper checks it.
Sanna misses with an uppercut
and Rumper counters with a straight right hand.
Rumper takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sanna throws a push kick but Rumper slaps the foot to one side.
Sanna on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Rumper. Rumper obviously looking to wear him down.
Sloppy strikes from Rumper. Those never looked like landing.
Rumper thows a leg kick but Sanna checks it
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Rumper listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Rumper swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sanna throwing a counter right hand but Rumper manages to avoid it.
Rumper's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Rumper throws a low kick, looking for Sanna's leg but Sanna calmly moves out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Rumper lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Sanna has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Sanna and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Rumper rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sanna moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Sanna cracks Rumper with a right hand to the side of the head.
Rumper doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T3#
Rumper looks to land a combination but Sanna avoids it well.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Sanna scores with a kick to the body.
Rumper walks into a straight right hand from Sanna.
Rumper chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sanna can pounce on him.
Rumper has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sanna.
Sanna fails to land with a series of punches.
Rumper is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Sanna with a body shot.
Sanna lands a slapping body shot.
It looks like Sanna has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Rumper throws a hook but Sanna blocks it.
Rumper throws a leg kick that is checked
and Sanna counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sanna fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rumper has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sanna.
Rumper rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Sanna counter with a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rumper misses with a wild body shot.
Nice jab there from Rumper.
Sanna throws a series of strikes that have Rumper backpedaling.
Rumper looks to land a right hand but Sanna moved out of range.#T4#
Sanna is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#ROC#
Rumper is rocked!
Sanna chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Rumper is still on wobbly legs! Can Sanna finish him?
Nice cross by Sanna.
Rumper on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sanna. Sanna obviously looking to wear him down.
Sanna lands with a shot to the body.
Rumper misses with an uppercut
and as Rumper loses concentration momentarily, Sanna counters with a picture perfect head kick! Rumper goes down, out cold! The referee rushed in to check on his condition - I'm sure he'll be ok but that was a massive knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Michael Sanna!
Michael Sanna retains his light heavyweight title!

Event: AFC Fight Night 17
Date: Mar 31, 2018

#R1#
Sanna throws a good cross that connects.
Sanna misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sanna looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
No joy there for Rumper, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rumper cracks the inside of Sanna's front leg.
Good standup being displayed there by Rumper as he connects with a hook.
Rumper lands a jab to the head.
A jab from Rumper does it's job there.
Sanna delivers a nice body kick.
Rumper connects with the punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sanna moves out of range of the strikes.
Rumper will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sanna fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Rumper on the side of the head.
Rumper takes one to the side of the head.
Sanna lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Sanna.
The fighters circling - Rumper throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A head kick from Sanna lands but Rumper takes it in his stride.
Rumper finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A punch combination from Rumper misses. #T1#
Sanna checks the leg kick nicely there.
Sanna delivers a nice body kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Sanna throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Sanna keeps Rumper at a distance using the push kick.
Sanna lands a head kick. Rumper smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
That kick from Sanna tenderised Rumper's leg. Rumper is trying to keep his angry face on.
Rumper throws a jab when Sanna was well out of range.
Rumper misses with a straight right.
Rumper throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Rumper takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Sanna throws a head kick but Rumper moves out of range.
Sanna throws a quick inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sloppy strikes from Rumper. Those never looked like landing.
Rumper on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Rumper throws a big shot that misses.
Rumper looks to score with a jab to the body but Sanna is just out of range.
Sanna is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Rumper tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T2#
Rumper swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sanna checks the leg kick nicely there.
Sanna counters with a body kick.
Rumper misses with a body shot.
A head kick from Sanna lands but Rumper takes it in his stride.
Sloppy strikes from Rumper. Those never looked like landing.
Sanna fakes the leg kick and cracks Rumper in the body.
Sanna rushes Rumper with punches - Rumper moves straight backwards instead of circling and gets clipped by the second strike... and the third... and the fourth! Oh, Rumper goes down! Sanna follows up with more strikes and the ref steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michael Sanna!
Michael Sanna is the new light heavyweight champion!

Event: AFC Sokolov vs Cathaway
Date: Mar 17, 2018

#R1#
A leg kick checked by Mikhailov.
Rumper avoids the head kick by Mikhailov.
Rumper attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Mikhailov avoids a punch combination nicely.
A shot to the body from Mikhailov misses
and Mikhailov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mikhailov misses with a low kick as Rumper jumps back.
A little jabbing left from Rumper on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mikhailov connects with a body shot that sends Rumper's belly button to the back.
Mikhailov tries a head kick but it misses.
A combination from Mikhailov does no damage.
Mikhailov misses with a combination
and Rumper counters with a nice uppercut.
Rumper lands a nice looking body shot.
Rumper lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mikhailov circles away quickly and effectively.
As Rumper looks to move away, Mikhailov throws a big counter combo but Rumper just gets out of the way.
A slow jab from Mikhailov misses its intended target.
Rumper lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice body punch from Rumper.
Rumper scores with a punch to the head.#T1##KD2#
Rumper drops his shoulder and cracks Mikhailov with a huge uppercut! Mikhailov goes down! Can Rumper finish him? #ROC2#
Mikhailov is rocked!
Rumper stays in close to Mikhailov's body and controls the position.
Oh Mikhailov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB2#
Rumper has gone for a leg lock! Mikhailov slips out almost immediately though and dives into Rumper's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Rumper is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Rumper is looking for a triangle but Mikhailov pushes his legs off easily.
Mikhailov won't allow Rumper to sweep him here.
Rumper looks winded!#SUB2#
Rumper looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Mikhailov wants to pass the guard but Rumper is keeping the position.
Mikhailov wants to stand but Rumper has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Rumper looking to control.
Rumper looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mikhailov is one step ahead there.
Mikhailov seems to have got his legs back now.
Rumper being controlled here, momentarily.
Rumper is trying to hold Mikhailov in close to prevent damage but Mikhailov has managed to pass into half guard. #T2#
Mikhailov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Mikhailov tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Rumper.
Rumper gets full guard.
Mikhailov stays in close to Rumper's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Rumper looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Mikhailov passes into half guard.
Mikhailov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T3#
Rumper is looking to improve his position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Mikhailov in particular looking to stall.
Rumper is looking to improve his position.
Mikhailov wants to stand up but Rumper is controlling the position. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Mikhailov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rumper is just riding it out for now. Mikhailov eventually gives up the hold.
Mikhailov controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Rumper connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mikhailov. Mikhailov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Rumper swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Mikhailov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mikhailov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Mikhailov blocks a leg kick.
Rumper moves out of range as Mikhailov throws a body kick.
Rumper throws a counter combo.
Rumper cracks Mikhailov on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Mikhailov falls backwards against the cage. Rumper follows up with more strikes that drop Mikhailov to his knees. Rumper keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Mikhailov! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Todd Rumper!
Todd Rumper is the new light heavyweight champion!

Event: AFC Fight Night 15
Date: Mar 02, 2018

#R1#
Mikhailov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mikhailov throws a predictable looking body shot #CL#
and Rumper moves into the clinch.
Mikhailov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Rumper is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC2#
Mikhailov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mikhailov misses with a takedown attempt - Rumper sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL#
Rumper takes the fight into the clinch.
Mikhailov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rumper wants to break the clinch but can't.
Rumper is looking to control Mikhailov's arms but Mikhailov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Rumper has his back to the cage. #BC2#
Mikhailov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mikhailov shoots in and drives through. Rumper sprawls well.
Todd Rumper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Viktor Mikhailov.#T1#
Mikhailov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Rumper changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Mikhailov tries to avoid it but Rumper manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Mikhailov to the ground. Mikhailov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Mikhailov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Rumper but Rumper pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Rumper shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mikhailov but Mikhailov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rumper looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Rumper has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Mikhailov breaks the clinch.
A right-left combo lands from Rumper.
Mikhailov misses with a body shot. #T2#
Mikhailov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rumper can pounce on him.
Rumper shoots for a double leg takedown but Mikhailov sprawls well. He's pushed Rumper's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD2#
Mikhailov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mikhailov wants to get up but he can't break Rumper's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Mikhailov stays in close to Rumper's body and controls the position.
Mikhailov wants to pass the guard but Rumper is keeping the position.
Rumper wants to sweep here but Mikhailov controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Mikhailov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Rumper is trying to control the position but Mikhailov postures up.
Rumper managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
No luck for Rumper with that takedown attempt.
Mikhailov shoots in for a takedown but Rumper shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Mikhailov misses with a low kick as Rumper jumps back.
Rumper fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Mikhailov avoids it really well and circles away.
Mikhailov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Rumper avoids it really well and circles away.
Rumper swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T4#
Rumper fails to land the takedown.
Rumper shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mikhailov tries a head kick but it misses.
Rumper is trying hard to land a takedown here. Mikhailov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Mikhailov throws a front kick aimed at Rumper's knee but Rumper avoids it well.
Nice takedown defense from Mikhailov. No joy for Rumper on that attempt.
Mikhailov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rumper moves in looking to clinch but Mikhailov pushes him off.
Rumper shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mikhailov sprawls well. Mikhailov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Rumper gets slowly back to his feet.
Mikhailov tries to counter by closing the distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Viktor Mikhailov will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Rumper tries to clinch there but Mikhailov circles away.
Mikhailov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Rumper tries to clinch
and Mikhailov counters with a right hand to the body.
Mikhailov throws a head kick that misses.
Rumper shoots for a takedown but Mikhailov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Rumper.
Rumper will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Todd Rumper. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rumper looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Despite the aggression on Mikhailov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rumper blocks a head kick by Mikhailov.
As Mikhailov looks to move away, Rumper throws a big counter combo but Mikhailov just gets out of the way.
Rumper ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Todd Rumper is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Mikhailov moves into range and clinches up with Rumper.
Mikhailov prevents a body shot from Rumper. #T1##TD2#
Mikhailov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Mikhailov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Mikhailov pulls Rumper in close to prevent any damage.
Mikhailov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mikhailov working a defensive guard but Rumper passes into half guard.
Rumper throws a strike but Mikhailov avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Rumper is working Mikhailov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Rumper wants to stand but Mikhailov is controlling his posture from full guard.
Rumper wants to pass the guard but Mikhailov is keeping the position.#T2#
Mikhailov throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Rumper passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.
Rumper wants to control but Mikhailov is keeping him busy.
Rumper prevents Mikhailov from improving his position.#T3#
Rumper is taking a breather. Mikhailov 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.
Rumper stops Mikhailov from getting back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Mikhailov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Rumper's guard.
Rumper 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.
Mikhailov has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Rumper is proving hard to escape from.
Rumper is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rumper can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Mikhailov controls the pace.#T4#
Mikhailov stopping the sweep attempt from Rumper.
Mikhailov passes Rumper's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Mikhailov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Mikhailov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rumper knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Mikhailov seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rumper is controlling Mikhailov's position as best he can from this difficult position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rumper blocks a head kick by Mikhailov.
Rumper changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Mikhailov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Rumper fails with a takedown attempt.
Mikhailov with the counter takedown but Rumper avoids it easily.
Rumper lands with a right hand.
Mikhailov blocks the body kick.
Rumper pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL2#
Rumper tries to keep at a distance but Mikhailov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Mikhailov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Mikhailov jumps guard.
Mikhailov keeping moving, preventing Rumper from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Rumper drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Mikhailov manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Rumper has Mikhailov in his guard.#REVB##T1#
Rumper wants to get back to his feet but Mikhailov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Rumper trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Rumper trying to keep a closed guard but Mikhailov is proving a slippery customer.
Mikhailov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Mikhailov tries to free his leg and advance position but Rumper is retaining full guard.
My spies in All Star Performance Institute inform me that Mikhailov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Rumper escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mikhailov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mikhailov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Mikhailov wants to control from the top but Rumper keeps moving.
Mikhailov looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Mikhailov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rumper has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mikhailov has managed to get both his arms back between Rumper's legs - danger averted.#T3#
Rumper trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Mikhailov shoots in but no luck this time.
Rumper doesn't manage to clinch there - Mikhailov circles away.
Rumper gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD2#
and Mikhailov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Rumper's guard.#ES#
Rumper is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #TD2#
Mikhailov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Mikhailov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Mikhailov looking for a sweep. Not yet Mikhailov, not yet. #T4##SUB2#
Mikhailov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Mikhailov looking for a sweep. Not yet Mikhailov, not yet.
Rumper wants to stand but Mikhailov is controlling his posture from full guard.
Rumper scoring with punches to the head and body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mikhailov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rumper trying to control the position from guard on top but Mikhailov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Viktor Mikhailov just about did enough to take it.
That's time! Rumper's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Rumper throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mikhailov.
Rumper shoots for a takedown but Mikhailov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Mikhailov dives in for a single leg takedown but Rumper sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Rumper fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Rumper fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Todd Rumper. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Mikhailov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Mikhailov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rumper tries to lock up and control but Mikhailov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T1#
Rumper is trying to escape the mount.
Rumper is working hard here to advance position.
Rumper wants to control but Mikhailov is having none of it.
Mikhailov controlling his opponent. #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.
Mikhailov connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Rumper sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Mikhailov is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Mikhailov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Mikhailov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Rumper regains full guard. Nicely done. #T3#
Mikhailov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SU2#
Mikhailov stands up and waves to Rumper to follow him. #TD2#
Rumper gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Mikhailov to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Mikhailov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Rumper's head.
Mikhailov wants to control from the top but Rumper keeps moving. #T4#
Rumper trying to control the position.
Mikhailov prevents Rumper from getting back to his feet.
Rumper trying to strike off his back.
Rumper working a defensive guard but Mikhailov passes into half guard.
Rumper trying to control here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rumper wants to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Mikhailov dominated that fourth round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
The fight stays on the outside here - Rumper looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Rumper is defended easily by Mikhailov.
Mikhailov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rumper has a takedown stuffed.#CL2#
Mikhailov gets a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Mikhailov gets control of Rumper's arms and successfully pulls guard. Mikhailov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Rumper trying to control the position from guard on top but Mikhailov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Rumper slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Mikhailov can't do much from the bottom here.
Rumper controls the position.
I wouldn't like to be where Mikhailov is right now.
Mikhailov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Rumper wants to control but Mikhailov is keeping him busy. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Mikhailov wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.#SU#
Rumper has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Mikhailov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Mikhailov tries to clinch up.
Rumper shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Mikhailov as he avoids it easily.
Mikhailov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Todd Rumper. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mikhailov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T3#
Mikhailov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Rumper defends well and Mikhailov ends up having to push Rumper into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Mikhailov scores with a head kick. Rumper tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Mikhailov is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Mikhailov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mikhailov misses with a body kick.
Rumper drops down looking for a counter takedown but Mikhailov sprawls and moves away.
Rumper avoids the body shot from Mikhailov.
Mikhailov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mikhailov wants it to stay on the feet.
Rumper looks to land a body kick but Mikhailov moved away.
Rumper shoots in but Mikhailov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Rumper tries for a takedown but Mikhailov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T4#
Rumper is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Mikhailov closes the distance and clinches up with Rumper, looking for a takedown. Mikhailov pushes Rumper against the cage but Rumper circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Rumper attempts a counter takedown but Mikhailov avoids it well and moves away.
Mikhailov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Mikhailov throws a sloppy head kick and Rumper moves out of range easily.
It looked like Rumper was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mikhailov.#CL#
Rumper gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Mikhailov is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Rumper wants to break free but Mikhailov has control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#BC#
Rumper breaks the clinch.
Mikhailov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Todd Rumper has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Viktor Mikhailov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Mikhailov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Viktor Mikhailov.
I've got Mikhailov 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 45:50
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 45:50
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Viktor Mikhailov!
Viktor Mikhailov is the new light heavyweight champion!

Event: AFC Fight Night 14
Date: Feb 18, 2018

#R1#
Ortiz tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rumper sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Ortiz somewhat.
It looked like Rumper was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#CL2#
Ortiz instigates a clinch.
Ortiz changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rumper fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Rumper shoots for a double leg takedown but Ortiz sprawls well. He's pushed Rumper's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD2#
Ortiz throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Rumper was covering up waiting for the punch and Ortiz finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES#
Rumper kicks Ortiz off and gets to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortiz fails to land the takedown.
Rumper throws a big counter combination but Ortiz scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Todd Rumper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tito Ortiz .#T1#
Ortiz tries for a takedown but Rumper circles away easily
and Rumper counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ortiz slaps away a takedown attempt from Rumper, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Rumper fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ortiz avoids it really well and circles away.#CL#
Rumper rushes Ortiz and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Ortiz is pushing Rumper up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Ortiz tries for a takedown but Rumper manages to get underhooks. #T2#
Rumper holding his opponent close, against the cage. #BC#
Rumper breaks from the clinch.
Rumper throws a head kick that half lands.
Rumper misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ortiz stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ortiz wants it to stay on the feet.
Rumper getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Ortiz gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Rumper counters with a low kick, right behind Ortiz 's knee.
Rumper pulls out of a head kick attempt. #TD2#
Ortiz drives through with a takedown into Rumper's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Ortiz must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ortiz engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ortiz looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Rumper 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.
Ortiz engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Rumper looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ortiz sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rumper tries to strike from the bottom.
Rumper bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ortiz 's guard. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Ortiz isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Rumper stacks Ortiz on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Rumper!
Ortiz manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Rumper tries to roll over but Ortiz keeps him under control.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Rumper is trying to control but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Todd Rumper dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Rumper looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Rumper throws a head kick that misses. #TD2#
Ortiz shoots in and bounces Rumper off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Rumper manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
We've been informed that Ortiz has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#TD#
Rumper gets control of Ortiz 's arms and successfully pulls guard. Rumper will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Rumper controls Ortiz momentarily but Ortiz frees himself.
Ortiz slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Ortiz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rumper swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Rumper trying to keep a closed guard but Ortiz is proving a slippery customer.
Rumper wants to sweep here but Ortiz controlling him for the moment.
Rumper is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rumper is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#ES#
Rumper has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Ortiz off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Rumper is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ortiz can do to turn this around?#T2##CL2#
Ortiz moves into the clinch.
Rumper with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Ortiz fails to pull guard.
Rumper wants a takedown but no success here.
Rumper is looking to take this one to the mat.
Ortiz tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Rumper smiles and moves away. #CL2#
Ortiz moves into the clinch.
Rumper tries to pull guard but Ortiz won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Todd Rumper. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ortiz prevents the takedown attempt.
Rumper lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T3#
Rumper is trying to push Ortiz away but Ortiz has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Ortiz looking for a takedown. #BC2#
Ortiz escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rumper lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Rumper.
Ortiz moves in looking to clinch but Rumper pushes him off.
Ortiz is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Rumper.
Ortiz stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ortiz wants it to stay on the feet.
A chopping leg kick lands by Rumper.
Ortiz tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rumper sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Ortiz somewhat.
Rumper shoots for a double leg takedown but Ortiz sprawls well. He's pushed Rumper's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Despite the aggression on Ortiz 's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Rumper goes for a double leg but Ortiz avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ortiz continues to drive forward.#T4##TD2#
Ortiz closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Rumper did well to prevent Ortiz getting side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rumper tries to get to full guard but Ortiz has control of the leg.
Ortiz slows the pace down in half guard.
Ortiz takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Rumper keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB2#
Ortiz is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Todd Rumper dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Ortiz closes the distance and clinches up with Rumper, looking for a takedown. Ortiz pushes Rumper against the cage but Rumper circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Rumper dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rumper tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ortiz defends well and Rumper ends up having to push Ortiz into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Rumper will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Rumper tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Ortiz moves into the clinch.
Ortiz jumps guard but Rumper stands there with Ortiz around his waist. Ortiz gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Rumper trying to stall but Ortiz improves his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rumper has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Ortiz after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Todd Rumper. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Ortiz escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Todd Rumper is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Rumper fails with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Ortiz throws a sloppy head kick and Rumper moves out of range easily.
Ortiz stuffs the takedown attempt from Rumper. Rumper gets slowly back to his feet.
Ortiz takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
No luck for Rumper with that takedown attempt.
Rumper shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ortiz sprawls well. Ortiz wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Rumper gets slowly back to his feet.
Ortiz lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ortiz looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T2#
Rumper tries to close the distance and clinch but Ortiz swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Ortiz drives through and clinches with Rumper against the cage. #BC2#
Ortiz pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rumper changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ortiz tries to avoid it but Rumper manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ortiz to the ground. Ortiz escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Rumper stuffs the takedown.
Rumper tries to clinch but Ortiz moves out of range.
Ortiz shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Rumper but Rumper pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Rumper shoots for a takedown but Ortiz saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL#
Rumper closes the distance and clinches.
Rumper wants to stall.
Rumper tries to pull guard but Ortiz holds him up against the cage and eventually Rumper drops back down to his feet. #T3#
Ortiz is looking for a takedown.
Rumper jumps guard but Ortiz turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Ortiz escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Todd Rumper is winning the standup battle so far.
Rumper tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ortiz sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rumper somewhat.
Ortiz stuffs the takedown attempt from Rumper. Rumper gets slowly back to his feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD2#
Ortiz shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Rumper's guard.
Ortiz is standing up over Rumper. Rumper looks to escape but Ortiz dives into side control. #T4##REVR#
Rumper tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SU2#
Ortiz stands up. #TD2#
Ortiz closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Rumper did well to prevent Ortiz getting side control.
Tito Ortiz has got the better of the ground game so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rumper is trying to control but can't.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tito Ortiz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Todd Rumper is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rumper is trying to stand up here but Ortiz is controlling him well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tito Ortiz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Rumper 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 Thiago Cunha scores the fight 29:28
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Todd Rumper!

Event: AFC Fight Night 13
Date: Feb 10, 2018

#R1#
Malikoic shoots for a takedown but Rumper saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Malikoic stuffs the takedown attempt from Rumper. Rumper gets slowly back to his feet.
Malikoic throws a body punch but Rumper moves out of range.
Rumper shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Malikoic but Malikoic pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Rumper tries to score a power double leg takedown but Malikoic sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rumper somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Todd Rumper. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Rumper changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Malikoic looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Rumper is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Malikoic has escaped the position, nice work there.
Rumper lands a nice forearm strike. #T1#
Rumper moves into full mount!
Malikoic is desperately trying to improve his position but Rumper has a good base and remains in mount.
Rumper scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Malikoic really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rumper. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Rumper tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Rumper lands a big shot there that rocks Malikoic but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Malikoic is in all sorts of trouble here.
Rumper content just to control the position here. #T2#
Malikoic looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Malikoic is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Rumper controlling the position easily from mount. #T3#
Malikoic is working to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Rumper working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Rumper lands a couple of good shots and Malikoic has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#SUB#
Rumper looking for the RNC.
Rumper is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Malikoic is in bad spot here. #SUB#
Rumper is persistently looking for the submission but Malikoic is defending it well. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Rumper not allowing Malikoic to control his hands.
Malikoic is really stuck here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rumper is riding his opponent, not letting Malikoic buck him off. #SUB#
Rumper has the hooks in. Malikoic is starting to panic. He's trying to push off one of the legs but he's left his neck open to attack. Rumper passes his arm under Malikoic's neck and tightens up a rear naked choke! This one is surely all over! Yes, Malikoic taps!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Todd Rumper!

Event: AFC Fight Night 12
Date: Feb 02, 2018

#R1#
Rumper stuffs the takedown attempt from Vasquez. Vasquez gets slowly back to his feet.
Vasquez looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Rumper is fending him off so far but Vasquez persists. Nope, Rumper circles away and we're back to standing.
Rumper checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Vasquez displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Rumper.
Rumper shoots in looking for a takedown but Vasquez manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rumper's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rumper.
Manuel Vasquez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Todd Rumper.#CL2#
Rumper fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Vasquez, pushing him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vasquez wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Rumper misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Rumper breaks the clinch.
Vasquez throws a leg kick #CL2#
and Rumper moves into the clinch.#T1#
Vasquez misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Rumper. #TD2#
Rumper ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Rumper no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Vasquez wants to control from the top but Rumper keeps moving.
Rumper is pulling down on Vasquez's head to control his posture.
Vasquez wants to pass the guard but Rumper is keeping the position.
Vasquez postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Vasquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Rumper is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SU#
Vasquez stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Rumper has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Vasquez tries to close the distance and clinch up but Rumper swats him away and circles back towards the center. #KD2#
Rumper lands a left and a right that send Vasquez crashing to the mat, dazed. Rumper thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#
Vasquez is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Manuel Vasquez has been cut.
Rumper just misses with a punch to the body.
Oh Vasquez is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vasquez glances at the clock... BAM! Rumper nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Vasquez crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Vasquez is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Todd Rumper!

Event: AFC Hard Knocks 2
Date: Jan 20, 2018

#R1#
Luis shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Rumper pinned against the cage. Rumper gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #CL2#
Luis forces Rumper back against the cage and clinches.
Luis is trying to force a seperation but Rumper has the dominant position.
Rumper on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Rumper has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Luis after a bit of a struggle.
Luis is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Rumper ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Rumper no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Luis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Luis with a nice head shot there.#T1#
Rumper is pulling down on Luis's head to control his posture.
Rumper looking for a sweep. Not yet Rumper, not yet.
Rumper controlling Luis's posture.
Luis controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Rumper pulls Luis in to control the position. #SU2#
Luis gets to his feet. Rumper looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Luis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL2#
Luis closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Rumper breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Luis.
Luis shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Rumper defends it nicely.
Rumper changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Todd Rumper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maynor Luis.
Luis throws a head kick that misses. #CL2#
Luis closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Rumper pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Luis gets caught flat footed, as Rumper shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Rumper scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Luis is trying to keep Rumper in close.
Rumper throws a strike but Luis rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T3#
Rumper trying to control the position.
Rumper wants to sweep but no luck. #SU2#
Rumper is working an open guard so Luis takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Luis shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Rumper defends it nicely.
Rumper half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Rumper tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Luis defends well and Rumper ends up having to push Luis into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#CL#
Rumper gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Rumper breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rumper takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T4#
A big right from Rumper misses.
Luis tries a head kick but it misses.
Luis tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Luis is looking to clinch.
Luis defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Rumper.
Rumper fails with a takedown attempt.
Rumper fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL#
Rumper fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Luis, pushing him back against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Luis looking for a takedown.
Luis wants a takedown but no success here.
Luis is defending well against a takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Maynor Luis will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Rumper throws a lazy head kick #CL2#
and Luis holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Rumper misses with a knee strike.
Luis fails to pull the fight into his guard. #BC#
Rumper breaks the clinch.
Luis shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Rumper as he avoids it easily. #CL#
Luis gets tackled into the cage by Rumper. Rumper maintains the clinch.
Rumper lands a shot to the body.#BC#
Rumper breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Luis has a takedown stuffed.
Todd Rumper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maynor Luis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Rumper rushes Luis and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Rumper manages to break the clinch. #T1#
No luck for Rumper with that takedown attempt.
Luis throws a series of strikes that have Rumper backpedaling.
Luis changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Rumper tries to avoid it but Luis manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Rumper to the ground. Rumper escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Rumper tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Luis manages to circle out of the way.
Rumper misses with a low kick as Luis jumps back.
Rumper looks for a takedown but Luis sprawls well.
Rumper goes for a double leg but Luis avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Luis continues to drive forward.
Rumper displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Luis.
Rumper half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Rumper blocks a head kick by Luis.
Rumper fails to land with a series of punches. #T2##KD#
Rumper lands a big head kick that sends Luis tumbling to the mat! Rumper takes a step backwards and waves Luis back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#
It looks like Maynor Luis 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!#CL2#
Rumper tries to keep at a distance but Luis has taken the fight into the clinch.
Rumper taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Luis wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Rumper has him pressed against the cage.
Luis tries a knee to the head but Rumper blocks it.
Rumper has Luis pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Luis manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Rumper leaning his opponent against the cage.#TD#
Rumper successfully pulls guard.
Rumper is trying to keep Luis in close. #T3#
Rumper wants to get back to his feet but Luis is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Luis trying to control the position from guard on top but Rumper is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #ES#
Rumper is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Rumper effectively controlling the action here.#BC#
Rumper pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Luis throws a body kick that misses. #T4#
Rumper shoots and misses
enabling Luis to counter with a crisp jab.
Luis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Luis keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Rumper misses with a takedown
and Luis counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Rumper is trying hard to land a takedown here. Luis sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Rumper backing away here, and Luis unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Nice sprawl there from Rumper as Luis shoots in.
Rumper darts in trying to clinch
and Rumper takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rumper shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL2#
and Luis counters by clinching up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Todd Rumper dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Maynor Luis's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
No luck for Luis with that takedown attempt.
Luis lands with a shot to the body. #CL#
Rumper moves into the clinch.
Luis tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Rumper just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC#
Rumper breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Luis tries for a takedown but Rumper sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Todd Rumper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maynor Luis.
Luis shoots in for a double leg but Rumper sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rumper leaves Luis with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Rumper throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rumper shoots in for a takedown but Luis shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T1##CL#
Rumper pushes Luis up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Luis breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rumper ducks right into an uppercut from Luis. #TD#
Rumper gets a takedown into half guard.
Luis scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Rumper manages to mount him!
Luis is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Rumper jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Luis manages to avoid the submission attempt. #T2#
Luis can't do much from the bottom here. #SU#
Rumper stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Luis takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rumper shoots for a double leg takedown but Luis sprawls well. He's pushed Rumper's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Todd Rumper is winning the standup battle so far.
Rumper lands a leg kick that knocks Luis off balance momentarily.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Rumper escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T3#
An inside leg kick lands from Rumper.
Luis throws a nice head kick!
Rumper shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Luis but Luis pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Luis dives in for a single leg takedown but Rumper sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Luis defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Rumper.
Luis misses with a double jab.
Luis has a takedown stuffed.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Luis.
Luis takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
Rumper looks for a takedown but Luis sprawls well.
Rumper swats away the attempt to clinch by Luis.
Rumper shoots for a double leg takedown but Luis sprawls well. He's pushed Rumper's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Rumper tries to clinch up
and Luis counters with a three punch combo that has Rumper backing up. Rumper nods at Luis to acknowledge the strikes.
Rumper closes the distance and clinches up with Luis, looking for a takedown. Rumper pushes Luis against the cage but Luis circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL#
Rumper moves into the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Luis is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Rumper swings away with an uppercut that misses.

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 Todd Rumper.
I think Rumper 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 Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 29:28
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Todd Rumper!

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