Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: RFLFN-21 -Morris Vs Tud 3
Date: Apr 03, 2019

#R1#
The crowd cheers as Foster lands an impressive looking overhand right. Vanderwiel doesn't seem phased though.#CL#
Foster clinches up against the cage.
Foster tries to circle away but Vanderwiel has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Foster breaks the clinch.
A jab from Foster finds it's way through Vanderwiel's defenses.
Foster definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Vanderwiel avoids the head kick by Foster.
Vanderwiel takes a kick to the side of the head.#ROC#
Vanderwiel is rocked!
Foster looks for a left high kick but can't connect. Foster backs up to catch a breather... no he lunges forward with a huge flying knee that smacks Vanderwiel's temple! It sends Vanderwiel violently to the canvas! The crowd goes nuts as Foster celebrates and the doctors try to help Vanderwiel!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Flying Knee). Vince Foster!
A victorious Vince Foster thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: RFLFN-15 HHW vs. Farina
Date: Feb 20, 2019

#R1##CL#
One pushes Vanderwiel up against the cage in a clinch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Vanderwiel just misses with a elbow thrown towards One's brow.
One lands a hook to the side of the head.
One leaning against his opponent.
One misses with a punch on the inside.
One working aggressively here.
Vanderwiel pushes off an throws an elbow but One leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
One lands a left hand that snaps the head of Vanderwiel backwards.
Vanderwiel misses with a knee to the head.
One scores with a shoulder strike.
One looking to throw knees to the head but Vanderwiel is blocking nicely.
Vanderwiel lands with a light punch inside.
The referee is keeping an eye on One - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
One lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vanderwiel effectively controlling the action here.
Vanderwiel struggles to land a body shot inside as One controls his hands.
With the fighters up against the cage, Vanderwiel throws an elbow but misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
One working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T1#
One lands with a short punch from the clinch.
One misses with a knee strike.
One scores with a nice hook to the head.
One is stalling here.
One lands with a short shot to the head.
One doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
One gets through Vanderwiel's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
One lands with a right to the head.
Vanderwiel swings away with an uppercut that misses.
One prevents a body shot from Vanderwiel.
One letting Vanderwiel take a breather here.
Vanderwiel controlling the action here for a moment.
Vanderwiel lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#T2#
Vanderwiel throws a head punch that misses.
Vanderwiel lands a knee to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
One is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Vanderwiel is keeping busy.
One creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
One blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The referee calls for Vanderwiel to work.
A short uppercut from One.
Vanderwiel swings wildly with an uppercut but One uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vanderwiel creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
One stalling against the cage.
A short right from One on the inside.
A hook to the body from One. #T3#
One has Vanderwiel pushed against the cage.
One throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Vanderwiel blocks it with crossed arms.
One softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
One avoids the elbow strike from Vanderwiel, against the cage.
Vanderwiel's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Vanderwiel just leaning against One, taking a breather.
One lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Vanderwiel tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Vanderwiel gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Chosen One has been cut.
One tries to stall but Vanderwiel uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Vanderwiel throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but One blocks it with crossed arms.
Vanderwiel tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
One tries to stall but Vanderwiel uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Vanderwiel tries to throw a body punch but One avoids it by throwing Vanderwiel back against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Vanderwiel. #T4#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Vanderwiel misses with a knee strike.
Vanderwiel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
One dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
One lands a nice uppercut.
Stalling in the clinch from Vanderwiel.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Vanderwiel just misses with a elbow thrown towards One's brow.
Vanderwiel stalling against the cage.
One dodges an elbow strike from Vanderwiel.
This has been an exciting period of action!
One stalling in the clinch but Vanderwiel improves position.
One stalling in the clinch.
One slowing the pace effectively.
One taking a breather.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Chosen One.#CL#
One darts in and clinches Vanderwiel up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chosen One dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Chosen One's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2##CL#
One moves into the clinch successfully.
Vanderwiel tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A quick uppercut on the inside from One.
Vanderwiel blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
One lands a left hand.
One misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Vanderwiel.
One has Vanderwiel pressed against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, One creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
One lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
One lands an elbow inside that Vanderwiel shrugs off.
One trying to land knees to the body.
Vanderwiel pushes off an throws an elbow but One leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Vanderwiel blocks an uppercut.
Vanderwiel is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Vanderwiel doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T1#
One pushes Vanderwiel back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vanderwiel throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Vanderwiel scores with a nice hook to the head.
One blocks an elbow strike from Vanderwiel.
I was talking to One's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
One lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Vanderwiel's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
One taking a breather.
One is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vanderwiel can do to turn this around?
A short left from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel is looking to control One's arms but One gets an underhook and turns him. Now Vanderwiel has his back to the cage.
Vanderwiel with an attempt at a knee that misses.
One lands a body shot in the clinch.
One lands a hook to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from One. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vanderwiel.
One tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Vanderwiel slowing the pace effectively.
A nice left hand lands by One.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
One throws a punch but it's blocked by Vanderwiel.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Vanderwiel as One tries to tie him up.
One is looking to control Vanderwiel's arms but Vanderwiel gets an underhook and turns him. Now One has his back to the cage.
Vanderwiel scores with a shot to the side of One's head.
Vanderwiel effectively controlling the action here.
One lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Vanderwiel misses with a knee to the head.
One is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Vanderwiel avoiding damage. #T3#
Vanderwiel looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Vanderwiel tries to land a knee to the head but One blocks with his arms.
One working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
One has Vanderwiel pushed against the cage.
One scores with an uppercut up the middle.
One lands a damaging elbow.
Vanderwiel goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vanderwiel with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
One lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
One lands a left hand.
Vanderwiel throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but One blocks it with crossed arms.
Vanderwiel looking to throw knees to the head but One is blocking nicely.
Vanderwiel is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Vanderwiel creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T4#
A quick uppercut on the inside from One.
One lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
One holding his opponent close, against the cage.
One throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Vanderwiels head. #ROC#
Vanderwiel is rocked!
One creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Vanderwiel's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Vanderwiel drops to his knees and One pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chosen One!
Chosen One seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: RFL-61 Morris Vs Wagenknecht 2
Date: Jan 26, 2019

#R1##CL2#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov instigates a clinch.
Vanderwiel taking a breather.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow just above MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov 's eye.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov blocks an elbow strike from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel just leaning against MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov, taking a breather.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow just above MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov 's eye.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Vanderwiel working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Vanderwiel displaying some good clinch control by pressing MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov up against the cage.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside that MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov shrugs off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vanderwiel works on MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's body with a couple of short punches.
Vanderwiel lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses with some punches.
Vanderwiel works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vanderwiel misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
Vanderwiel works on MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's body with a couple of short punches.
Vanderwiel lands a nice uppercut.
Vanderwiel lands on the inside with an uppercut.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to score a body lock takedown but Vanderwiel shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
A short body shot lands from Vanderwiel as the two fighters clinch.
Vanderwiel comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Vanderwiel with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Vanderwiel with a knee to the head. #KD#
Vanderwiel lands a big knee from the Thai clinch and MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov goes down hard! The ref takes a good look at him but he's still defending himself. Vanderwiel in side control. #ROC#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov 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!#SU#
Vanderwiel stands up and we're back to a striking position.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is still on wobbly legs! Can Vanderwiel finish him?#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Vanderwiel just leaning against MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov, taking a breather.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov looking for a takedown.
Vanderwiel presses MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vanderwiel lands a body punch in the clinch.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov seems to have recovered his senses.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov looks winded!
Vanderwiel digs a right hand underneath MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's ribcage. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Vanderwiel avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Robert Vanderwiel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws a head punch that misses.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes a knee right on the jaw!
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T2#
Vanderwiel lands a body shot.
Vanderwiel blocking some punches.
Nice body punch from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel stalling the fight.
A knee to the head by Vanderwiel.
Stalling in the clinch from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel prevents the takedown attempt.
Vanderwiel digs a right hand into MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's gas tank.
Vanderwiel lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Vanderwiel's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Vanderwiel works on MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's body with a couple of short punches.
Vanderwiel lands a shoulder strike.
Vanderwiel lands a body punch.
Vanderwiel working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vanderwiel connects with a knee to the head.
Vanderwiel leaning his opponent against the cage.#T3#
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside that MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov shrugs off.
Vanderwiel lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice elbow from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Vanderwiel gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov trying to stall but Vanderwiel improves his position.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov trying to stall but Vanderwiel improves his position.
Vanderwiel stalling against the cage.
Vanderwiel lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
Vanderwiel presses MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A short uppercut from Vanderwiel.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vanderwiel blocks a body shot from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov. #T4#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes an elbow to the temple.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is trying to drag Vanderwiel to the mat but Vanderwiel just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Vanderwiel just leaning against MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov, taking a breather.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Vanderwiel.
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!
Vanderwiel lands a shot to the body.
Vanderwiel tries a knee to the head but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov blocks it.
Vanderwiel avoiding damage.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov blocks a body shot from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov can't get the takedown.
Vanderwiel lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov looking to slow down the pace here.
Come on Vanderwiel - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Robert Vanderwiel dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Vanderwiel gets in close and instigates a clinch.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has Vanderwiel pushed against the cage.
Vanderwiel holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Vanderwiel goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vanderwiel working some nice short punches in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries for a takedown but Vanderwiel manages to get underhooks.
Vanderwiel gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Vanderwiel tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov working aggressively here.
Vanderwiel manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has a couple of punches blocked by Vanderwiel.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Vanderwiel gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#T1#
Vanderwiel connects with a nasty looking knee right to MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's face.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov blocks an elbow strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
Vanderwiel gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is trying to pull guard but Vanderwiel turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Robert Vanderwiel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Robert Vanderwiel has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Vanderwiel lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Vanderwiel gets underhooks to prevent MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's takedown attempt.
Vanderwiel connects with a knee to the head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has Vanderwiel pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Vanderwiel manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is breathing heavily.
Vanderwiel tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Vanderwiel works on MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's body with a couple of short punches.
Vanderwiel scores with a knee to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Vanderwiel avoids it.
Vanderwiel lands a right hand that snaps the head of MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov backwards.
Vanderwiel is working MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov over against the cage.
Vanderwiel effectively controlling the action here.#T2#
Vanderwiel lands an elbow that stopped MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov in his tracks for a moment.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vanderwiel stalling against the cage.
Vanderwiel lands a damaging elbow.
Vanderwiel is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov can do to turn this around?
Vanderwiel is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Vanderwiel comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Vanderwiel displaying some good clinch control by pressing MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov up against the cage.
Vanderwiel effectively controlling the action here.
Vanderwiel gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
Vanderwiel digs a right hand into MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's gas tank.
Vanderwiel stalls.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Robert Vanderwiel.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov closes the distance and clinches up with Vanderwiel, looking for a takedown. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov pushes Vanderwiel against the cage but Vanderwiel circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Vanderwiel napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES#
Vanderwiel bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#T3#
Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov just misses with a punch to the body. #TD#
Vanderwiel shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SU#
Vanderwiel stands up and beckons MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov to his feet.
Vanderwiel tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov defends well and Vanderwiel ends up having to push MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Vanderwiel takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Vanderwiel avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Vanderwiel.#TD#
Vanderwiel shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is trying to defend but Vanderwiel finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SU#
Vanderwiel decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #T4#
Vanderwiel throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's waist but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Vanderwiel off to one side.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Vanderwiel fails with a takedown attempt.
A lazy left from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov finds it's target.
Horrible takedown attempt by Vanderwiel or perhaps it was just good defense by MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov, which made it look bad. #CL2#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Robert Vanderwiel dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws a looping overhand right but Vanderwiel ducks down to avoid it.
Vanderwiel tries to clinch but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov moves out of range.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses with an uppercut.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Vanderwiel defends well and MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov ends up having to push Vanderwiel into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Vanderwiel appears to be looking for a big counter.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses with a hook.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Vanderwiel avoids it really well and circles away.
Nice takedown defense from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov. No joy for Vanderwiel on that attempt. #TD#
Vanderwiel shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Vanderwiel was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Vanderwiel stands up from mount. Strange move. #T1#
Vanderwiel shoots in but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vanderwiel counters with a three punch combo that has MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov backing up. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov nods at Vanderwiel to acknowledge the strikes.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses with a looping left.#CL#
Vanderwiel gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Vanderwiel stalling the fight.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow that stopped MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov in his tracks for a moment.
Vanderwiel stalling.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov lands a shot to the body.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Vanderwiel as MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to tie him up.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Vanderwiel after a bit of a struggle.
Robert Vanderwiel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
Vanderwiel is pressed up against the cage. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Vanderwiel down to the mat. Vanderwiel avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Vanderwiel counters with a one-two to the body. #T2##CL#
Vanderwiel moves into the clinch.
Vanderwiel lands with a right to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel landing knees to the head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses with a body punch.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow just above MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov 's eye.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov jumps guard but Vanderwiel turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Vanderwiel lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nice elbow from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Vanderwiel - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vanderwiel pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vanderwiel holding his opponent close, against the cage. #T3#
Vanderwiel content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Vanderwiel as the two fighters clinch.
A hook to the body from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel pressing his opponent against the cage.
Vanderwiel working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov backwards.
Vanderwiel lands a nice shot to the body.
Vanderwiel tries a body shot but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov blocks it.
A right hand to the body from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands with a short shot to the head.
Vanderwiel tries a knee to the head but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov blocks it.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is looking for a takedown.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes an elbow to the temple. #T4#
A nice glancing elbow lands by Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel is working MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov over against the cage.
Vanderwiel jerks MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's head down, straight into the path of a devastating knee! MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov drops to the floor in a crumpled heap! Vanderwiel goes to throw a finishing haymaker but pulls out - good sportsmanship from Vanderwiel because MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov was completely out of it. That was a nice finish - just the right level of brutality to send everyone home happy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee). Robert Vanderwiel!

Event: RFLFN -5
Date: Nov 28, 2018

#R1##CL#
Knox forces Vanderwiel back against the cage and clinches.
Knox has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
A left hand lands to the body for Knox.
A short right from Knox.
Vanderwiel throws a head punch that misses.
Knox lands a left hand that snaps the head of Vanderwiel backwards.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Vanderwiel as Knox tries to tie him up.
A shot in the inside from Knox.
A short uppercut from Knox.
A nice left hand lands by Knox.
Knox throws a head punch that misses.
Vanderwiel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vanderwiel pushes off an throws an elbow but Knox leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Knox.
Vanderwiel misses with a knee strike.
Vanderwiel blocks an uppercut.
Knox makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Knox doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Knox lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Vanderwiel backwards.
Knox letting Vanderwiel take a breather here.
A head punch on the inside from Knox fails to land. #T1#
A hook to the body from Knox.
Vanderwiel throws a head punch that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Knox creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Knox lands a left hand.
Knox lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Vanderwiel.
A short right from Knox on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Knox. #BC#
Knox breaks from the clinch.
Knox throws a one two combo.
Knox scores with a hook.
Knox cracks Vanderwiel with an open hand slap.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vanderwiel takes one to the chin there.
Vanderwiel takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Knox lands the left hand.#ROC#
Vanderwiel is rocked!
Knox lands a jab to the nose.
Vanderwiel is still on wobbly legs! Can Knox finish him?#T2#
Vanderwiel shoots in and drives through. Knox sprawls well.
An attempted straight right counter from Knox misses the target.
Knox drops Vanderwiel with a big left hand! Vanderwiel is injured, injured bad! Knox jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Eta Knox!
During a confident post fight interview, Eta Knox thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: RFLFN-3
Date: Nov 07, 2018

#R1#
Weed misses with a wild combination. #CL2#
Weed rushes Vanderwiel and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Weed tries to score a body lock takedown but Vanderwiel shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Vanderwiel taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Weed is trying to maintain a safe position but Vanderwiel gets an underhook and turns Weed into the cage.
Weed lands an elbow just above Vanderwiel 's eye.
Vanderwiel connects with a knee to the head.
Weed goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vanderwiel lands a hook that snaps the head of Weed backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vanderwiel stalling against the cage.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside. #ROC#
Weed is rocked!
Weed letting Vanderwiel take a breather here.
Weed is still on wobbly legs! Can Vanderwiel finish him?
Vanderwiel leaning his opponent against the cage.
Vanderwiel has Weed pressed against the cage. He pushes Weed back and as he springs towards him off the cage, Vanderwiel throws a beautiful elbow that sends Weed crashing to the floor! Vanderwiel piles on the pressure with more strikes! Weed is flailing away but he's not defending himself and the referee steps in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert Vanderwiel!

Event: RFL- 47 Carmelo Vs Pascu IV
Date: Oct 13, 2018

#R1#
Vanderwiel avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL#
Sadollah has closed the distance and engaged Vanderwiel in a clinch.
Sadollah misses with some punches.
A short right from Sadollah on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sadollah.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sadollah.
Vanderwiel pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Sadollah is trying to maintain a safe position but Vanderwiel gets an underhook and turns Sadollah into the cage.
Sadollah lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sadollah lands with a light punch inside.
Vanderwiel has Sadollah pressed against the cage.
Vanderwiel content to slow the pace in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vanderwiel blocks a body shot from Sadollah.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Stalling in the clinch from Vanderwiel.
Sadollah working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Sadollah misses with a punch on the inside.
Vanderwiel lands a shot to the body.#T1#
A left hand lands to the body for Sadollah.
Sadollah is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vanderwiel.
Sadollah letting Vanderwiel take a breather here.
Vanderwiel tries to throw a body punch but Sadollah avoids it by throwing Vanderwiel back against the cage.
Sadollah lands an uppercut.
Good body shot from Sadollah.
Sadollah lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Vanderwiel can't find room to land a body shot as Sadollah controls the action.
Sadollah misses with some punches.
Sadollah digs a right hand into Vanderwiel's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Vanderwiel's gas tank.
Vanderwiel stalling the fight.
Sadollah misses with a punch on the inside.
Sadollah has a couple of punches blocked by Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel throws an elbow that misses.
Vanderwiel misses with an elbow over the top.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel is working Sadollah over against the cage.
Sadollah lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T2#
Sadollah lands a left hand.
Vanderwiel stalling in the clinch.
Sadollah misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Sadollah fails to land.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vanderwiel will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Sadollah up against the cage.
A short uppercut from Sadollah.
Vanderwiel blocks a body shot from Sadollah.
Vanderwiel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sadollah scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Vanderwiel misses with an elbow over the top.
Sadollah lands a shot to the body.
Vanderwiel taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Vanderwiel can't find room to land a body shot as Sadollah controls the action.
Sadollah is looking to control Vanderwiel's arms but Vanderwiel gets an underhook and turns him. Now Sadollah has his back to the cage.
Sadollah throws a punch but it's blocked by Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sadollah lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Vanderwiel is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Sadollah throws a punch but it's blocked by Vanderwiel. #T3#
Vanderwiel manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Sadollah slowing the pace effectively.
Vanderwiel displaying some good clinch control by pressing Sadollah up against the cage.
Sadollah misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sadollah.
Sadollah misses with the head strike.
Sadollah dodges an elbow strike from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A head punch on the inside from Sadollah fails to land.
Sadollah is working Vanderwiel over against the cage.
Sadollah lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel stalling the fight.
Vanderwiel is working Sadollah over against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sadollah.
Sadollah misses with some punches.
Vanderwiel is stalling here.
Vanderwiel pushes off an throws an elbow but Sadollah leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T4#
Vanderwiel throws an elbow that misses.
Vanderwiel is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Vanderwiel using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Sadollah has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Sadollah lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sadollah misses with some punches.
Sadollah has a couple of punches blocked by Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel throws an elbow that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sadollah working aggressively here.
Sadollah lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch on the inside from Sadollah fails to land.
Sadollah leaning against his opponent.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vanderwiel.
Sadollah lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Vanderwiel backwards.
Vanderwiel misses with a punch to the body.
Sadollah lands a nice shot to the body.
Vanderwiel struggles to land a body shot inside as Sadollah controls his hands.
With the fighters up against the cage, Vanderwiel throws an elbow but misses.
The referee calls for Vanderwiel to work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Sadollah dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL#
Sadollah clinches up against the cage.
Vanderwiel trying to control the position but instead, Sadollah has worked for underhooks and has pushed Vanderwiel into the cage.
Vanderwiel can't find room to land a body shot as Sadollah controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sadollah.
Vanderwiel blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sadollah lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Sadollah throws a punch but it's blocked by Vanderwiel.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sadollah.
Sadollah is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vanderwiel can do to turn this around?
Sadollah working aggressively here.
The referee is keeping an eye on Vanderwiel - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vanderwiel holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Sadollah misses with the head strike.
Vanderwiel can't find room to land a body shot as Sadollah controls the action.
Vanderwiel stalling.
Vanderwiel misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Vanderwiel pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Sadollah throws a punch but it's blocked by Vanderwiel.
Sadollah lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Vanderwiel backwards.
Vanderwiel looking to throw knees to the head but Sadollah is blocking nicely.
A short uppercut from Sadollah.
Vanderwiel blocks an uppercut.
Sadollah avoids a wild elbow strike from Vanderwiel.
Sadollah swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sadollah being controlled against the cage.
Sadollah blocks an elbow strike.
Sadollah tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mike Sadollah has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Sadollah swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vanderwiel holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Sadollah tries to work over Vanderwiel's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside that Sadollah shrugs off.
Sadollah lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sadollah misses with some punches.
Vanderwiel slows down the pace here. #T2#
Vanderwiel is stalling here.
Sadollah letting Vanderwiel take a breather here.
The crowd are getting on Vanderwiel's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
Sadollah lands a shoulder strike.
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!
Sadollah lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sadollah has a couple of punches blocked by Vanderwiel.
Sadollah fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sadollah tries to throw a body punch but Vanderwiel avoids it by throwing Sadollah back against the cage.
Sadollah cracks Vanderwiel with a nice body shot.
Vanderwiel pushes off an throws an elbow but Sadollah leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Sadollah doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sadollah lands with a light punch inside.
Vanderwiel pushes off an throws an elbow but Sadollah leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Sadollah tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vanderwiel's elbow.
Vanderwiel misses with a body punch.
Sadollah working aggressively here.
Sadollah prevents a body shot from Vanderwiel.
Sadollah tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vanderwiel tries a knee to the head but Sadollah blocks it. #T3#
Vanderwiel controlling the action here for a moment.
Vanderwiel is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Sadollah softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Sadollah swings wildly with an uppercut but Vanderwiel uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sadollah misses with a punch on the inside.
Vanderwiel throws an elbow but it's blocked.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Sadollah softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Sadollah lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sadollah lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Sadollah doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vanderwiel blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sadollah throws a punch but it's blocked by Vanderwiel.
The referee is keeping an eye on Vanderwiel - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Sadollah lands a right hand that snaps the head of Vanderwiel backwards.
Vanderwiel blocks a body shot from Sadollah. #T4#
Vanderwiel avoiding damage.
Vanderwiel blocking some punches.
Vanderwiel misses with an elbow over the top.
Vanderwiel goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vanderwiel lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Sadollah backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sadollah tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sadollah works on Vanderwiel's body with a couple of short punches.
Vanderwiel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nice body punch from Sadollah - that landed with a thud.
Vanderwiel taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Sadollah lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sadollah.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vanderwiel.
Sadollah swings wildly with an uppercut but Vanderwiel uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vanderwiel looking to stall.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Sadollah lands a shot to the body.
Vanderwiel cracks Sadollah with a nice body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Sadollah dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Sadollah tries to clinch there but Vanderwiel circles away.
Vanderwiel avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Mike Sadollah seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sadollah tries to clinch but Vanderwiel moves out of range.
Sadollah is looking to clinch.
A nice side step and Vanderwiel releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#CL#
Sadollah has Vanderwiel up against the cage in a clinch.
Sadollah has a couple of punches blocked by Vanderwiel.
Sadollah fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Sadollah.
Vanderwiel leaning against his opponent.
Vanderwiel tries a body shot but Sadollah blocks it.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside that Sadollah shrugs off.
Sadollah tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sadollah lands a right hand.
Vanderwiel leaning his opponent against the cage.#T1#
Sadollah taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Vanderwiel.
Sadollah tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vanderwiel misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sadollah doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vanderwiel blocking some punches.
Sadollah is trying to maintain a safe position but Vanderwiel gets an underhook and turns Sadollah into the cage.
Sadollah misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sadollah working aggressively here.
Sadollah goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sadollah letting Vanderwiel take a breather here.
Vanderwiel taking a breather.
Vanderwiel throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Sadollah misses with some punches.
A bit of stalling here from Vanderwiel. #T2#
Sadollah misses with a punch on the inside.
Vanderwiel tries to work over Sadollah's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sadollah lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Vanderwiel blocks a body shot from Sadollah.
Sadollah working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Vanderwiel tries to land a knee to the head but Sadollah blocks with his arms.
Vanderwiel blocks a body shot from Sadollah.
Vanderwiel takes a shot to the head.
Vanderwiel misses with some punches.
Vanderwiel can't find room to land a body shot as Sadollah controls the action.
Sadollah tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sadollah.
Vanderwiel tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sadollah's elbow.
Sadollah lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Vanderwiel.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sadollah misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sadollah doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vanderwiel is trying to stall.
Sadollah misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sadollah. #T3#
A shot in the inside from Sadollah.
Sadollah lands an uppercut.
Vanderwiel throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Vanderwiel looking to slow down the pace here.
Vanderwiel blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vanderwiel blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vanderwiel has Sadollah pushed against the cage.
Sadollah lands with a short shot to the head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Sadollah misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sadollah blocks the elbow strike.
Vanderwiel throws a knee to the head but misses.
Sadollah throws a punch but it's blocked by Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel misses with a knee to the head.
Mike Sadollah is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow.
Sadollah has a couple of punches blocked by Vanderwiel.
Sadollah lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sadollah is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T4#
Vanderwiel just leaning against Sadollah, taking a breather.
Sadollah struggles to land a body shot inside as Vanderwiel controls his hands.
Vanderwiel tries to throw a body punch but Sadollah avoids it by throwing Vanderwiel back against the cage.
Vanderwiel just leaning against Sadollah, taking a breather.
Vanderwiel blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sadollah looking to stall.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vanderwiel.
A left hand lands to the body for Sadollah.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sadollah swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sadollah fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sadollah lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sadollah tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sadollah scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Vanderwiel misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vanderwiel tries to work over Sadollah's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Robert Vanderwiel has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vanderwiel stalling against the cage.
Vanderwiel looking to stall.

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

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

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

Event: Ambe vs Luvic
Date: Aug 31, 2018

#R1#
No luck for Tiv with that takedown attempt.
Vanderwiel appears to be looking for a big counter.
Tiv lands with an overhand left.
Tiv misses with a two punch combination.
Vanderwiel takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Vanderwiel fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Tiv swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Vanderwiel was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tiv shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vanderwiel dodges the punch combination from Tiv.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiv looks to land a right hand but Vanderwiel moved out of range.
A combination from Tiv does no damage.
Vanderwiel swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tiv fails with the takedown
and Vanderwiel counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Robert Vanderwiel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Laxa Tiv.#CL#
Vanderwiel fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tiv, pushing him back against the ropes.#T1#
A frustrated look appears on Tiv's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Tiv tries to break the clinch but Vanderwiel is controlling the position.
Vanderwiel pushes Tiv back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Tiv is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
A bit of stalling here from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel wants to stall.
Tiv is trying to break the clinch but Vanderwiel is controlling him.
Tiv has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Vanderwiel goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vanderwiel lands with a left to the head.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside that Tiv shrugs off.
Tiv takes an elbow to the forehead.
Tiv has had enough of the clinch but Vanderwiel keeps him there for the moment.
Vanderwiel lands a shoulder strike.
Tiv wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Vanderwiel has him pressed against the ropes.
Vanderwiel will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Tiv up against the ropes.
Tiv being controlled against the ropes.
Vanderwiel tries to work over Tiv's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Vanderwiel lands a body shot.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow.
Vanderwiel misses with a body punch.
Tiv wants to get back to striking at distance but Vanderwiel won't allow it.
Vanderwiel stalling in the clinch but Tiv improves position.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vanderwiel tries to work over Tiv's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vanderwiel controlling the action here for a moment.
Tiv is trying to break the clinch but Vanderwiel is controlling him.
Tiv wants to break free but Vanderwiel has control.
Tiv tries to circle away but Vanderwiel has him pinned against the ropes.
Tiv is trying to break the clinch but Vanderwiel is controlling him.
A frustrated look appears on Tiv's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Vanderwiel keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tiv's efforts to push away.
Vanderwiel keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tiv's efforts to push away.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tiv. #T3#
Tiv tries to break the clinch but Vanderwiel is controlling the position.
Tiv is trying to break the clinch but Vanderwiel has him pressed against the ropes.
Tiv being controlled against the ropes.
Tiv tries to break the clinch but Vanderwiel is controlling the position.
Tiv tries to break the clinch but Vanderwiel is controlling the position.
Vanderwiel is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Vanderwiel tries a knee to the head but Tiv blocks it.
A short right from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel works on Tiv's body with a couple of short punches.
Vanderwiel scores with a knee to the head.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow that stopped Tiv in his tracks for a moment.
Vanderwiel controlling the action here for a moment.
Vanderwiel fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vanderwiel keeps control of Tiv as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Tiv wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Tiv wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Vanderwiel tries a body shot but Tiv blocks it. #T4#
Tiv is trying to break the clinch but Vanderwiel has him pressed against the ropes.
Vanderwiel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tiv wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Vanderwiel looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Vanderwiel comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
A head punch on the inside from Vanderwiel fails to land.
Vanderwiel keeps control of Tiv as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Vanderwiel manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Vanderwiel with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Vanderwiel has Tiv pressed against the ropes, preventing Tiv from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Vanderwiel gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Tiv tries to break the clinch but Vanderwiel is controlling the position.
Vanderwiel tries a body shot but Tiv blocks it.
Tiv is trying to break free.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#BC2#
Tiv manages to break the clinch.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Vanderwiel.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Robert Vanderwiel dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Tiv dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tiv shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Vanderwiel as he avoids it easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Tiv or perhaps it was just good defense by Vanderwiel, which made it look bad. #KD2#
Tiv lands a left and a right that sends Vanderwiel crashing to the canvas! Tiv dives into mount looking to finish!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vanderwiel is trying to get to the ropes to help him get back to his feet.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#ES#
Vanderwiel somehow manages to escape the mount and get back to his feet!
Vanderwiel slaps away a takedown attempt from Tiv, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Vanderwiel swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Robert Vanderwiel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Laxa Tiv.
Vanderwiel tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tiv swivels and escapes.
Vanderwiel keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1##KD2#
Tiv throws a left that rocks Vanderwiel and follows with a right that sends him tumbling to the canvas! Tiv dives into side control, looking to finish! Can Vanderwiel regain composure! #ROC2#
Vanderwiel is rocked!
Vanderwiel wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Oh Vanderwiel is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Tiv scoring with punches from side control.
Vanderwiel is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Tiv looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Vanderwiel wants to get back to his feet but Tiv drags him back down.#SUB2#
Tiv tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tiv grinds an elbow into Vanderwiel's temple.
Vanderwiel is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Tiv working the head with strikes.
Vanderwiel is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Tiv asserts his dominance and retains side control.#SUB2#
Tiv is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Vanderwiel has escaped the position, nice work there.
A big shot lands for Tiv! That's hurt Vanderwiel! Will he recover? Tiv fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Laxa Tiv!

Event: Mac Airt v Ekstrovertti
Date: Aug 10, 2018

#R1#
Vanderwiel uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tellkins.
Tellkins misses with a wild combination.
Tellkins stalks Vanderwiel and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Vanderwiel's face. Vanderwiel staggers backwards, shaken.
Tellkins attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vanderwiel gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Tellkins makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
Vanderwiel misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Tellkins to counter with a crisp jab.
Darren Tellkins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Decent striking displayed by Tellkins there.
Tellkins throws out a loose jab but Vanderwiel uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tellkins misses with the combination. #KD#
Tellkins lands a left and a right that send Vanderwiel crashing to the mat, dazed. Tellkins thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#
Vanderwiel is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tellkins lands a monster head kick that reverborates around the arena! The crowd goes wild as Vanderwiel crumples to the floor! Tellkins milks the crowd's applause and if that isn't knockout of the night, I will be very surprised!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Darren Tellkins!
Darren Tellkins retains his featherweight title!
A less than humble Darren Tellkins misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: Heated Rivals #1
Date: Jul 14, 2018

#R1#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses with a looping right.#TD2#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Vanderwiel was covering up waiting for the punch and MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES#
Vanderwiel wriggles free and stands up.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov shoots in but Vanderwiel avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Vanderwiel slips a straight right by MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
It looked like Vanderwiel was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#CL2#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov clinches up with Vanderwiel and pushes him back against the ropes.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov wants a takedown.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov being controlled against the ropes.
Vanderwiel misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
Vanderwiel throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Vanderwiel slowing the pace effectively.
A right hand to the body from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel works on MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's body with a couple of short punches.
Our sources have told us that Vanderwiel has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Vanderwiel comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Vanderwiel gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Vanderwiel blocks an uppercut.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to throw a body punch but Vanderwiel avoids it by throwing MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov back against the ropes.
Vanderwiel lands a body shot.
Vanderwiel gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
Robert Vanderwiel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov looks winded!
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside.
Nice elbow from Vanderwiel.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Vanderwiel walks away with a smile on his face. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2##CL#
Vanderwiel clinches up with MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov and pushes him back against the ropes.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Vanderwiel.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vanderwiel lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vanderwiel prevents MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov from breaking the clinch.
Vanderwiel comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Vanderwiel gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
Vanderwiel stops a takedown attempt from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vanderwiel comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Vanderwiel digs a right hand underneath MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's ribcage. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is looking for a takedown.
Vanderwiel lands a right hand.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow that stopped MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov in his tracks for a moment.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov letting Vanderwiel take a breather here.
Vanderwiel digs a right hand into MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's gas tank.
Vanderwiel lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.#T3#
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow.
Vanderwiel presses MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vanderwiel's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Vanderwiel lands with a short shot to the head.
Vanderwiel leaning his opponent against the ropes.
Vanderwiel prevents a takedown attempt there.
Vanderwiel holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Vanderwiel blocks an uppercut.
Vanderwiel stalling the fight.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow just above MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov 's eye.
Vanderwiel manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#T4#
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Robert Vanderwiel.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A counter left hand to the body from Vanderwiel misses its target.#CL#
Vanderwiel clinches with his opponent.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow.
Vanderwiel can't find room to land a body shot as MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov controls the action.
Nice elbow from Vanderwiel.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vanderwiel holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Vanderwiel scores with a hook to the body.
Vanderwiel cracks MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov with a nice body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel is leaning against MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Vanderwiel scores with a hook to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Vanderwiel presses MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Robert Vanderwiel dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Vanderwiel closes the distance and clinches.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes an elbow to the forehead.
Vanderwiel lands a body punch in the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Vanderwiel takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Vanderwiel lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov being controlled against the ropes.
Vanderwiel is working MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov over against the ropes.
Vanderwiel misses with a punch to the body.
Vanderwiel leaning against his opponent.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short body shot lands from Vanderwiel as the two fighters clinch.
Come on Vanderwiel - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Vanderwiel tried to land a shot to the body but connects with MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's elbow.
Robert Vanderwiel has scored more points in the clinch so far.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Vanderwiel is defending well.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes an elbow to the forehead.
Vanderwiel slows down the pace here. #T1#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Vanderwiel slowing the pace effectively.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is trying to push Vanderwiel away but Vanderwiel has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow that stopped MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov in his tracks for a moment.
Vanderwiel misses with a punch to the body.
Vanderwiel is struggling to control the position.
Vanderwiel stalling.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Robert Vanderwiel.#CL#
Vanderwiel gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside.
Vanderwiel tries to throw a body punch but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov avoids it by throwing Vanderwiel back against the ropes.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Vanderwiel is keeping busy.
Vanderwiel leaning his opponent against the ropes.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside that MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov shrugs off.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel throws a blind hook that connects with the side of MagomedsharipovNurmagomedovs head.
Vanderwiel looking to stall.
Vanderwiel stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov missing with knees to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vanderwiel pushes MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes an elbow to the forehead.
Vanderwiel taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Vanderwiel stalling the fight.
Vanderwiel is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #TD2#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#T3#
Vanderwiel is trying to get back to his feet.
Vanderwiel is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Vanderwiel knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Vanderwiel is trying to get back to his feet.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vanderwiel counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov thinking.
Vanderwiel stuffs the takedown attempt from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
Robert Vanderwiel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
Vanderwiel uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov. #CL#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov gets tackled into the ropes by Vanderwiel. Vanderwiel maintains the clinch.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to work over Vanderwiel's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Vanderwiel misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vanderwiel struggles to land a body shot inside as MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov controls his hands.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov wants a takedown but no success here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Robert Vanderwiel dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov looks to throw the jab but Vanderwiel is out of range.
Robert Vanderwiel is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Vanderwiel went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Vanderwiel swats away the attempt to clinch by MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
Vanderwiel swats away the attempt to clinch by MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
A counter left hand to the body from Vanderwiel misses its target.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Vanderwiel sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL#
Vanderwiel clinches up with MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov and pushes him back against the ropes.
Vanderwiel goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vanderwiel stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vanderwiel cracks MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov with a nice body shot.
A short body shot lands from Vanderwiel as the two fighters clinch.
Vanderwiel displaying some good clinch control by pressing MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov up against the ropes.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Vanderwiel digs a right hand into MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's gas tank. #T1#
Vanderwiel lands a hook that snaps the head of MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov backwards.
Nice body punch from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow just above MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov 's eye.
Vanderwiel taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Vanderwiel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vanderwiel taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Vanderwiel comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow.
Vanderwiel is trying to stall.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Vanderwiel has MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov pushed against the ropes.
Nice body punch from Vanderwiel - that landed with a thud.
Vanderwiel gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws an elbow but it misses.
Vanderwiel comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #T2#
Vanderwiel creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's defenses.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside that MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov shrugs off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vanderwiel leaning against his opponent.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Vanderwiel gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A short body shot lands from Vanderwiel as the two fighters clinch.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Vanderwiel lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Vanderwiel lands with a short shot to the head.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow that stopped MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov in his tracks for a moment.
Vanderwiel is struggling to control the position.
Stalling in the clinch from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands with a left to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vanderwiel.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes a shot to the head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes an elbow to the temple. #ROC#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is rocked!
Vanderwiel lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Vanderwiel content to slow the pace in the clinch. #T3#
Vanderwiel controlling the action here for a moment.
Nice elbow from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Vanderwiel gets through MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is still on wobbly legs! Can Vanderwiel finish him?
A nice left hand lands by Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow that stopped MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov in his tracks for a moment.
Vanderwiel gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov taking a breather.
Vanderwiel misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vanderwiel lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Vanderwiel has MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov pressed against the ropes. He pushes MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov back and as he springs towards him off the ropes, Vanderwiel throws a beautiful elbow that sends MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov crashing to the floor! Vanderwiel piles on the pressure with more strikes! MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is flailing away but he's not defending himself and the referee steps in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert Vanderwiel!

Event: Darrow v Kasparaitis
Date: Jun 30, 2018

#R1#
Cape with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Talon Cape seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cape tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vanderwiel paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Vanderwiel seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Vanderwiel blocks a jab.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Cape, right into the meat.
Cape loads up on a big right hand but Vanderwiel slips the punch.
Vanderwiel uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cape.#CL2#
Cape rushes Vanderwiel and presses him up against the cage.
Vanderwiel avoids a wild elbow strike from Cape.
Cape trying to stall but Vanderwiel improves his position.
Vanderwiel is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Cape is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cape wants to stall.
Vanderwiel avoiding damage as Cape throws knees to the body.
Cape is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Vanderwiel throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Our sources have told us that Vanderwiel has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Cape is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T1#
Vanderwiel throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Cape missing with knees to the body.
Vanderwiel's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Vanderwiel managing to block the knees to the body from Cape.
Cape lands an elbow just above Vanderwiel 's eye.
Vanderwiel is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Vanderwiel pushes off an throws an elbow but Cape leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Cape has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Vanderwiel seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Cape can turn it around.
Vanderwiel has Cape pushed against the cage.
Vanderwiel being controlled against the cage.
Vanderwiel creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Cape's defenses.
Cape tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Cape looking to throw knees to the head but Vanderwiel is blocking nicely.
Vanderwiel slowing the pace effectively.#T2#
Vanderwiel displaying some good clinch control by pressing Cape up against the cage.
Vanderwiel takes a knee right on the jaw!
Vanderwiel taking a breather.
Cape landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Cape blocks an elbow strike.
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!
Cape trying to stall but Vanderwiel improves his position.
Vanderwiel pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Cape lands a nice elbow.
Come on Vanderwiel - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Vanderwiel scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Cape misses with a knee to the head.
Cape is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Vanderwiel is keeping busy.
Vanderwiel comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Vanderwiel tries to work over Cape's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Cape with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #T3#
Vanderwiel on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Cape taking a breather.
Cape using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Cape avoiding damage.
Cape dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Cape with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Cape has Vanderwiel pressed against the cage.
Cape tries to throw a body punch but Vanderwiel avoids it by throwing Cape back against the cage.
Cape crunches a lovely knee into Vanderwiel's ribcage.
Vanderwiel leaning against his opponent.
Vanderwiel avoiding damage as Cape throws knees to the body.
Cape lands a nice elbow.
Vanderwiel comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Vanderwiel manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #T4#
Cape is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Cape with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Vanderwiel is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Cape is trying to stall.
Cape connects with a knee to the head.
Vanderwiel is working Cape over against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cape trying to control the position but instead, Vanderwiel has worked for underhooks and has pushed Cape into the cage.
Vanderwiel throws an elbow that misses.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside.
Cape gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Cape throws a knee to the head but misses.
Vanderwiel being controlled against the cage.
Vanderwiel lands a body shot in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Talon Cape dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL#
Vanderwiel pushes Cape up against the cage in a clinch.
Vanderwiel has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Cape using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Vanderwiel has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Vanderwiel throws an elbow that misses.
Cape stalling in the clinch but Vanderwiel improves position.
Cape landing knees to the body.
Vanderwiel landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Vanderwiel taking a breather.
Cape avoids the elbow strike from Vanderwiel, against the cage.
A knee to the head by Cape.
Vanderwiel tries a body shot but Cape blocks it.
Vanderwiel blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cape looking to slow down the pace here.
Cape misses with a knee strike.
Cape lands an elbow inside that Vanderwiel shrugs off.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A hook to the body from Vanderwiel.
Cape blocks a body shot from Vanderwiel. #T1#
Cape using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Vanderwiel has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Vanderwiel's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Cape creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Vanderwiel's defenses.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Vanderwiel manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Cape is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Vanderwiel is defending well for now.
Cape looking to stall.
Vanderwiel avoiding damage as Cape throws knees to the body.
Cape has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vanderwiel avoiding damage as Cape throws knees to the body.
Cape missing with knees to the body. #T2#
Cape wants to stall.
Cape has Vanderwiel pushed against the cage.
Vanderwiel lands a body punch in the clinch.
Cape blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cape misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Vanderwiel.
Cape taking a breather.
Vanderwiel pushes off an throws an elbow but Cape leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Cape blocks an elbow strike.
Cape's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Cape taking a breather.
Cape tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Vanderwiel avoids it.
Cape dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Cape tries to stall but Vanderwiel uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Talon Cape.
Vanderwiel keeps the fight on the outside.
Cape moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Robert Vanderwiel is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T3##CL2#
Cape moves into the clinch successfully.
Talon Cape seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Still in the clinch, Vanderwiel scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vanderwiel trying to stall but Cape improves his position.
Vanderwiel lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Cape blocks a body shot from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Cape with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Vanderwiel gets through Cape's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vanderwiel creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Vanderwiel takes a knee right on the jaw!
Nice body punch from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside that Cape shrugs off.
Vanderwiel throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Cape missing with knees to the body.
Vanderwiel stalling the fight.
Vanderwiel lands a shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cape has Vanderwiel pressed against the cage. #T4#
Vanderwiel blocks an elbow strike.
Nice body punch from Vanderwiel - that landed with a thud.
Cape is breathing heavily.
Vanderwiel pushes off an throws an elbow but Cape leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Cape tries to stall but Vanderwiel uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Cape is persisting with his attempts to control the action in the clinch, rather than do any real damage.
Cape prevents a body shot from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel is stalling here.
Cape is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Vanderwiel is defending well for now.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Vanderwiel takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Vanderwiel is stalling here.
Cape is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Vanderwiel is keeping busy.
Vanderwiel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Vanderwiel as Cape tries to tie him up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Robert Vanderwiel will probably get the nod.
That's time! Vanderwiel's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Vanderwiel keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vanderwiel tries to move into range but Cape moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Vanderwiel slips under a jab from Cape.
Cape tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Vanderwiel manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Cape lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Cape connects with the punch.#CL#
Vanderwiel drives through and clinches with Cape against the cage.
Vanderwiel looking to slow down the pace here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vanderwiel misses with a punch to the body.
Cape being controlled against the cage.
Cape blocks an elbow strike from Vanderwiel. #T1#
Cape stalling.
Vanderwiel throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Cape lands a good knee to the midsection. Vanderwiel won't want to take too many of those.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Cape looking to slow down the pace here.
Cape taking a breather.
With the fighters up against the cage, Vanderwiel throws an elbow but misses.
Cape is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Vanderwiel is keeping busy.
Knees in the clinch landing for Cape.
Vanderwiel throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Cape lands an elbow inside.
Vanderwiel taking a breather.
Cape trying to stall but Vanderwiel improves his position.
Cape tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Cape stalling in the clinch but Vanderwiel improves position.
Vanderwiel managing to block the knees to the body from Cape. #T2#
Cape taking a breather.
Cape trying to stall but Vanderwiel improves his position.
Cape takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Talon Cape.#CL#
Vanderwiel has closed the distance and engaged Cape in a clinch.
Cape displaying some good clinch control by pressing Vanderwiel up against the cage.
Vanderwiel blocks the elbow strike.
Cape blocks a body shot from Vanderwiel.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Cape looking to stall.
Vanderwiel lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Vanderwiel gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Vanderwiel misses with a punch to the body.
Vanderwiel stalling.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vanderwiel blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Vanderwiel lands a body punch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Cape just misses with a elbow thrown towards Vanderwiel's brow. #T3#
Cape is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Cape throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Vanderwiel blocks it with crossed arms.
Vanderwiel avoiding damage.
Vanderwiel lands a nice shot to the body.
Cape trying to control the position but instead, Vanderwiel has worked for underhooks and has pushed Cape into the cage.
Vanderwiel is leaning against Cape and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Vanderwiel on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Nice elbow from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel stalling.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow just above Cape 's eye.
Vanderwiel struggles to land a body shot inside as Cape controls his hands.
Cape blocks an elbow strike.
Cape being controlled against the cage.
Vanderwiel misses with an elbow strike. #T4#
Vanderwiel misses with an elbow strike.
Cape throws an elbow but it misses.
Cape scores with a knee to the head.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Cape obliges.
Vanderwiel misses with a hook to the ribs.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Vanderwiel is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Cape dodges an elbow strike from Vanderwiel.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cape wants to stall.
Vanderwiel struggles to land a body shot inside as Cape controls his hands.
Cape tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Vanderwiel will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Cape up against the cage.
Cape using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Vanderwiel has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.

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 Robert Vanderwiel.
I think Vanderwiel 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert Vanderwiel!
Robert Vanderwiel is the new bantamweight champion!

Event: Vanderwiel vs Thomas
Date: Jun 08, 2018

#R1#
Thomas dives in and grabs Vanderwiel's left leg, looking for a takedown. Vanderwiel pushes down on Thomas's head and hops out.
Lee Thomas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thomas tries to clinch but Vanderwiel moves out of range.
It looked like Vanderwiel was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Thomas scores with a nice body kick. #CL#
Vanderwiel gets a clinch.
Thomas blocks an elbow strike.
Thomas wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Vanderwiel misses with an elbow strike.
Thomas blocks the elbow strike.
Vanderwiel content to slow the pace in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vanderwiel throws an elbow but it misses.
Vanderwiel presses Thomas against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vanderwiel misses with an elbow strike.
Thomas is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Vanderwiel to keep the fight standing.
Vanderwiel pushes off an throws an elbow but Thomas leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Thomas has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Vanderwiel is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Robert Vanderwiel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lee Thomas.#T1#
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
A body shot lands from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel prevents Thomas from breaking the clinch.
Thomas takes an elbow to the temple.
A right hook to the body lands for Vanderwiel.
Thomas looks winded!
Vanderwiel blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A hook to the body from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Vanderwiel.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
Vanderwiel lands a body punch in the clinch.
Vanderwiel looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Thomas jumps guard but Vanderwiel turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing.
A body shot lands from Vanderwiel. #T2#
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside. #CUT#
It looks like Lee Thomas has been cut.
Vanderwiel stalling the fight.
Vanderwiel works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside.
Vanderwiel scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Vanderwiel lands a nice shot to the body.
Vanderwiel is leaning against Thomas and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Vanderwiel stalling against the ropes.
Vanderwiel pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Thomas is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
A hook to the body from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Thomas blocks the elbow strike.
A right hand to the body from Vanderwiel. #T3#
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Vanderwiel creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Vanderwiel dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Vanderwiel is working Thomas over against the ropes.
The referee calls for Vanderwiel to work.
Vanderwiel is struggling to control the position.
Vanderwiel gets through Thomas's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Vanderwiel looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Vanderwiel avoiding damage.
Vanderwiel leaning his opponent against the ropes.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Robert Vanderwiel.#CL#
Thomas tries to keep at a distance but Vanderwiel has taken the fight into the clinch.#T4#
Vanderwiel manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Vanderwiel stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vanderwiel content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Thomas blocks an elbow strike.
Thomas avoids a wild elbow strike from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Thomas is working for takedown but Vanderwiel is calmly controlling the position for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Robert Vanderwiel dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lee Thomas's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Vanderwiel closes the distance and pushes Thomas back into the ropes.
Robert Vanderwiel has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Come on Vanderwiel - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Vanderwiel cracks Thomas with a nice body shot.
Thomas dodges an elbow strike from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Vanderwiel is working Thomas over against the ropes.
Vanderwiel has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thomas fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Thomas avoids a wild elbow strike from Vanderwiel.
Thomas is breathing heavily.
Vanderwiel throws an elbow but it misses.
Vanderwiel stalling in the clinch.
Vanderwiel content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Vanderwiel works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T1#
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Vanderwiel just misses with a elbow thrown towards Thomas's brow.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Thomas goes for a takedown in the clinch but Vanderwiel prevents it.
Vanderwiel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vanderwiel stalling.
Thomas jumps guard but Vanderwiel stands there with Thomas around his waist. Thomas gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Robert Vanderwiel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lee Thomas.
Vanderwiel just leaning against Thomas, taking a breather.
Vanderwiel is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thomas can do to turn this around?
Vanderwiel works on Thomas's body with a couple of short punches.
Vanderwiel lands with a left to the head.
Thomas avoids a wild elbow strike from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel is leaning against Thomas and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Vanderwiel stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Vanderwiel misses with an elbow over the top.#T2#
Vanderwiel scores with a hook to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vanderwiel.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Vanderwiel lands a nice shot to the body.
Vanderwiel lands a nice uppercut.
Vanderwiel digs a right hand underneath Thomas's ribcage. Thomas let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vanderwiel just leaning against Thomas, taking a breather.
Thomas dodges an elbow strike from Vanderwiel.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Vanderwiel. #T3#
Vanderwiel lands a shot to the body.
Vanderwiel misses with an elbow strike.
Thomas is trying to maintain a safe position but Vanderwiel gets an underhook and turns Thomas into the ropes.
Vanderwiel displaying some good clinch control by pressing Thomas up against the ropes.
Thomas being controlled against the ropes.
Thomas takes an elbow to the forehead.
Vanderwiel works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Vanderwiel looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Vanderwiel lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Vanderwiel gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT#
That has opened up Lee Thomas's cut even more.
Vanderwiel creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Thomas's defenses. #T4#
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside that Thomas shrugs off.
Thomas tries to pull guard but Vanderwiel forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Vanderwiel comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vanderwiel pushes off an throws an elbow but Thomas leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Vanderwiel lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Vanderwiel softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.#ROC#
Thomas is rocked!
Thomas blocks an elbow strike from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Thomas is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Thomas avoids a wild elbow strike from Vanderwiel.
Thomas dodges an elbow strike from Vanderwiel.
Thomas tries to break the clinch but Vanderwiel is controlling the position.
Vanderwiel content to slow the pace in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Robert Vanderwiel dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Lee Thomas's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Thomas throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nice takedown defense from Vanderwiel. No joy for Thomas on that attempt.
Robert Vanderwiel is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Thomas fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Vanderwiel closes the distance and clinches.
Thomas blocks the elbow strike.
Thomas looking to stall.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside that Thomas shrugs off.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Vanderwiel.
A hook to the body from Vanderwiel.
A body shot lands from Vanderwiel.
Thomas takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The referee is keeping an eye on Vanderwiel - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside that Thomas shrugs off. #CUT#
The cut above Lee Thomas's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#T1#
A left hand lands to the body for Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
The referee calls for Vanderwiel to work.
Vanderwiel comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Vanderwiel stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Thomas is trying to pull guard but Vanderwiel has him pressed against the ropes.
A body shot lands from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel stalling.
Vanderwiel throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Vanderwiel is working Thomas over against the ropes.
Vanderwiel lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Thomas.#T2#
Vanderwiel gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Vanderwiel lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Thomas or not.
Vanderwiel manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Vanderwiel stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vanderwiel will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Thomas up against the ropes.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Robert Vanderwiel.#CL#
Vanderwiel moves into the clinch successfully. #T3#
Vanderwiel dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Thomas takes an elbow to the forehead.
Thomas letting Vanderwiel take a breather here.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow.
Vanderwiel slowing the pace effectively.
Vanderwiel has Thomas pushed against the ropes.
Vanderwiel gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
Vanderwiel just leaning against Thomas, taking a breather.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Robert Vanderwiel.
Nice sprawl there from Vanderwiel as Thomas shoots in.
It looked like Vanderwiel was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Robert Vanderwiel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lee Thomas.#CL#
Vanderwiel clinches up against the ropes.
Vanderwiel works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T4#
A short right from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside that Thomas shrugs off. #CUT#
Lee Thomas's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Vanderwiel stalling.
Vanderwiel gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Vanderwiel gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Robert Vanderwiel!

Event: Arlen Bales' Annihilator Ep.6
Date: Mar 23, 2018

#R1##CL2#
Vanderwiel darts in and clinches Savilo up against the cage.
Savilo wants a takedown.
Vanderwiel keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Savilo's efforts to push away.
Savilo tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Vanderwiel avoids it.
Savilo stalls.
Savilo could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Savilo blocks an elbow strike from Vanderwiel.
Savilo is trying to break free.
Vanderwiel told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Vanderwiel stalling the fight.
Vanderwiel taking a breather.
Vanderwiel pressing his opponent against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good body shot from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel misses with an elbow strike.
Vanderwiel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
A right handed body shot lands from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow that stopped Savilo in his tracks for a moment. #CUT2#
It looks like Demichell Savilo has been cut.
Still in the clinch, Savilo scores with a nice short uppercut.
Savilo wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A right hand to the body from Vanderwiel.
Savilo wants to break the clinch but can't.
Vanderwiel is struggling to control the position.
Vanderwiel throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Savilo tries to pull guard but Vanderwiel forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Vanderwiel effectively controlling the action here.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Vanderwiel throws an elbow but it misses.
Vanderwiel comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #T2#
Vanderwiel scores with a hook to the body.
Vanderwiel prevents a takedown attempt there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Demichell Savilo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Savilo is breathing heavily.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Vanderwiel's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Savilo tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Vanderwiel just stands there and leans against the cage.
Vanderwiel lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Vanderwiel can't find room to land a body shot as Savilo controls the action.
Vanderwiel just leaning against Savilo, taking a breather. #TD#
Savilo pulls Vanderwiel into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SU2#
Vanderwiel stands and steps away. Savilo gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Some wild striking there from Vanderwiel. #T3##CL2#
Vanderwiel gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Vanderwiel effectively controlling the action here.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Vanderwiel takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Nice body punch from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Vanderwiel takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Savilo prevents a body shot from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel is pushing Savilo up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Robert Vanderwiel.
Savilo looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T4#
Savilo shoots in for a takedown but Vanderwiel shows good takedown defense.
Savilo shoots in for a double leg but Vanderwiel sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL2#
Vanderwiel moves into the clinch.
Vanderwiel lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Savilo or not.
Nice body punch from Vanderwiel - that landed with a thud.
Vanderwiel is pushing Savilo up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Savilo dodges an elbow strike from Vanderwiel.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vanderwiel keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Savilo's efforts to push away.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Robert Vanderwiel dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Demichell Savilo's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL2#
Vanderwiel forces Savilo back against the cage and clinches.
Vanderwiel pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Robert Vanderwiel seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Savilo tries to stall but Vanderwiel uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Vanderwiel stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Vanderwiel holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Vanderwiel stalling in the clinch.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow.
Vanderwiel controlling the action here for a moment.
Vanderwiel pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Vanderwiel has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good body shot from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel is pushing Savilo up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Vanderwiel content to slow the pace in the clinch. #T1#
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Robert Vanderwiel.
Savilo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Vanderwiel is fending him off so far but Savilo persists. Nope, Vanderwiel circles away and we're back to standing.
Vanderwiel throws a hook but Savilo blocks it.#CL2#
Savilo gets tackled into the cage by Vanderwiel. Vanderwiel maintains the clinch.
Vanderwiel gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Savilo.
Vanderwiel gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#
Demichell Savilo's cut is getting worse.
Savilo wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Vanderwiel scores with a shoulder strike.
Savilo letting Vanderwiel take a breather here.
Savilo tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Vanderwiel just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Demichell Savilo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Vanderwiel digs a right hand underneath Savilo's ribcage. Savilo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Vanderwiel looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A right hand to the body from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Vanderwiel lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Savilo.
A hook to the body from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel leaning his opponent against the cage.
Vanderwiel throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Savilos head. #CUT2#
Demichell Savilo's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Vanderwiel just misses with a elbow thrown towards Savilo's brow.
Vanderwiel works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A left hand lands to the body for Vanderwiel.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Vanderwiel.
The referee is keeping an eye on Vanderwiel - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters. #T3#
Vanderwiel is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Savilo tries to land knees in the clinch but Vanderwiel avoids the damage to the body.
Vanderwiel leaning against his opponent.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Vanderwiel.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Vanderwiel.
Savilo takes an elbow to the forehead.
Vanderwiel is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Vanderwiel scores with a hook to the body.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#
Jeez, Demichell Savilo's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Robert Vanderwiel!

Event: Arlen Bales' Annihilator Ep.2
Date: Mar 02, 2018

#R1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Suiol.
Vanderwiel throws a counter combo.
Suiol shoots for a takedown but Vanderwiel saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL2#
Vanderwiel closes the distance and clinches.
Vanderwiel with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
A shot in the inside from Vanderwiel.
A bit of stalling here from Vanderwiel.
Suiol wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Vanderwiel has him pressed against the cage.
A hook to the body from Vanderwiel.
Suiol is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vanderwiel slowing the pace effectively.
Suiol doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vanderwiel is pushing Suiol up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Vanderwiel lands with a light punch inside. #T1#
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Suiol letting Vanderwiel take a breather here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Robert Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Suiol.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zalio Suiol. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Vanderwiel forces Suiol back against the cage and clinches.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel has Suiol pushed against the cage.
Vanderwiel lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Suiol backwards.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside that Suiol shrugs off. #T2#
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Vanderwiel controlling the action here for a moment.
Suiol on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Vanderwiel is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Vanderwiel putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Suiol in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Vanderwiel just leaning against Suiol, taking a breather.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Robert Vanderwiel.
Suiol fails with a takedown attempt. #T3##CL2#
Vanderwiel drives through and clinches with Suiol against the cage.
Vanderwiel is stalling here.
Vanderwiel stalling the fight.
Suiol takes an elbow to the temple.
Vanderwiel tries to work over Suiol's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Suiol is trying to break the clinch but Vanderwiel has him pressed against the cage.
Suiol takes an elbow to the forehead.
Suiol is trying to break the clinch but Vanderwiel is controlling him.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
The referee is keeping an eye on Vanderwiel - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters. #T4#
Vanderwiel misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Suiol.
Vanderwiel stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Vanderwiel can't find room to land a body shot as Suiol controls the action.
Vanderwiel avoiding damage.
A right handed body shot lands from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel content to slow the pace in the clinch.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Robert Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Vanderwiel wants it to stay on the feet.
Suiol keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A telegraphed right hand from Vanderwiel misses the target. #CL2#
Suiol gets tackled into the cage by Vanderwiel. Vanderwiel maintains the clinch.
Suiol takes an elbow to the temple.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Robert Vanderwiel dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Vanderwiel has Suiol up against the cage in a clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands a shot to the body.
Vanderwiel has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vanderwiel creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Suiol's defenses. #ROC2#
Suiol is rocked!
Vanderwiel is working the Thai clinch up against the cage. He yanks Suiol's head to one side and delivers a picture perfect knee, right on the button! Boom! Down goes Suiol! He's out! He's out! The fight is over, just like that!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Robert Vanderwiel!

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