Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: OFK 395 - Nik Vs Lingfield
Date: Apr 20, 2024

#R1##TD#
Howard closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Ninja quickly recovers to half guard.
Ninja is looking to improve his position.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet.
Howard is just content to waste time from the top position. Ninja takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Ninja looking to hit a scissor sweep but Howard is one step ahead there.
Ninja is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ninja wants to stand and escape but Howard is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja keeping full guard, as Howard tries to pass.
Howard trying to control but Ninja is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Howard throws a strike but Ninja rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T1#
Ninja with a nice head shot there.
Ninja scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ninja keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Howard's head.
Ninja throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ninja is working Howard over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ninja working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Ninja throws a big elbow that misses.
Howard manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ninja manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Ninja is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet but Howard is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Howard trying to control the position from guard on top but Ninja is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Howard pushing down on Ninja's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T2#
Ninja slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Ninja trying to control the position here.
Howard stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ninja swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ninja is looking to stand up but Howard isn't so interested in that idea.
Ninja wants to sweep here but Howard controlling him for the moment.
Ninja keeping full guard, as Howard tries to pass.
Howard won't allow Ninja to sweep him here. #T3#
Howard wants to pass the guard but Ninja is keeping the position.
Howard is working hard here to advance position.
Ninja wants to sweep but no luck.
Howard looking to sit in guard and control but Ninja gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Howard working a defensive guard here.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Howard keeps moving.
Ninja stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Howard swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Howard keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Ninja keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Howard's head.#T4#
Howard controls Ninja momentarily but Ninja frees himself.
Ninja landing with the ground and pound.
Ninja postures up and lands a big shot to Howard's brow.
Ninja works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Ninja drops an elbow to the side of Howard's head.
Ninja working the head and body with strikes.
Ninja lands with a punch from half guard.
Howard has hold of Ninja's hands but Ninja slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Howard gets back to full guard.
Ninja throwing strikes from guard but Howard blocks nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ninja sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Howard's guard.
Ninja trying to control the action but Howard is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Ninja tries to clinch but Howard moves out of range. #TD#
Howard shoots in and bounces Ninja off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Howard is pushing down on Ninja's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ninja is fighting to maintain full guard but Howard has managed to sneak the leg through.
Murilo Ninja has got the better of the ground game so far.
Howard wants to pass to mount but Ninja is defending the position.
Ninja is pressing down on Howard's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Howard in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Howard prevents Ninja from getting back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Howard stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ninja swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ninja has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Howard throws an elbow that misses. Ninja uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Howard's guard. Nice move by Ninja!#REVB#
Ninja won't allow Howard to sweep him here.
Ninja slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ninja's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ninja distracts Howard with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Ninja postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Ninja has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ninja preventing the sweep.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Howard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ninja stands up over Howard, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T2#
Ninja postures up and lands a big shot to Howard's brow.
Ninja working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Howard is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ninja working some strikes from top position.
Ninja is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Ninja preventing the sweep.
Ninja trying to control but Howard is working from the bottom.
Ninja stopping the sweep attempt from Howard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Howard is on top in guard. #REVR#
Ninja tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Howard advances to half guard.
Ninja trying to control from the bottom. #T3#
Ninja is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ninja tries to kick Howard off but Howard keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Howard is looking to advance position but Ninja won't allow it.
Ninja looks like he's trying to stand up.
Ninja wants to improve his position but Howard is controlling well.
Howard wants to pass the guard but Ninja is defending well.
Ninja wants to control but Howard is keeping busy.
Ninja tries to kick Howard off but Howard keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Howard wants to advance to full mount but Ninja doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Howard tries to free his leg and advance position but Ninja is retaining full guard.
Howard won't allow Ninja to get back to his feet.
Howard slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Ninja is looking for a sweep.
Howard works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Howard trying to control the action but Ninja is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Who's going to make the next move?
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Dean Howard will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Howard throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big right from Ninja misses.
Howard tries to counter with a takedown but Ninja is quick to defend against it.
Ninja feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Howards jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Ninja misses with a straight right.
Howard slaps away a takedown attempt from Ninja, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Howard moves out of range of the strikes.
Howard changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Howard defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Ninja.
Howard tries to counter with a takedown but Ninja is quick to defend against it.
Howard swings for the body but Ninja moves out of range.
Ninja jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Howard shoots in and gets a takedown into Ninja's guard.
Ninja tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ninja is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Howard is controlling him. #T1#
Howard stands and throws Ninja's legs to the side, diving into side control.
You can see the frustration on Ninja's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ninja is looking to regain half guard here but Howard keeps moving and retains side control.
Howard trying to control the action but Ninja is working from the bottom.
Howard cracks Ninja with a big elbow. #SUB#
Howard swings around for an armbar but Ninja sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Howard's guard.
Howard is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T2#
Ninja is working Howard over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Howard wants to sweep here but Ninja controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Howard throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ninja lands a couple of elbows.
Howard controls Ninja momentarily but Ninja frees himself.
Ninja is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Howard bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ninja's guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Ninja looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Howard advances to half guard. #T3#
Ninja moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Howard trying to control the position from guard on top but Ninja is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Howard pushing down on Ninja's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Howard is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Ninja!
Ninja is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Howard looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Howard lands a big shot there that rocks Ninja but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Howard can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ninja is looking to escape.
Howard lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Ninja hang on?#T4#
Ninja working to try and regain half guard.
Howard won't let Ninja get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Howard looking to control but Ninja is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Howard with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Howard avoids the attempt from Ninja to control.
Ninja is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Howard looking to control but Ninja is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dean Howard showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Howard 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dean Howard!
An out of breath Dean Howard thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: OFK 390- Anderson Vs Escalante
Date: Mar 31, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Kurtev looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Kurtev in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Ninja is looking for a triangle but Kurtev pushes his legs off easily.
Ninja is pulling down on Kurtev's head to control his posture.
Kurtev prevents Ninja from getting back to his feet.
Ninja managing to control the position.
Kurtev scoring with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ninja is on top in guard. #REVR#
Kurtev looking for a sweep. Not yet Kurtev, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ninja is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ninja is looking to work some ground and pound but Kurtev has wrist control.#T1#
Ninja throwing strikes from guard but Kurtev blocks nicely.
Kurtev not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ninja scoring with some ground and pound.
Ninja has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Kurtev wants to stand up but Ninja is controlling him.
Ninja postures up and lands a big shot to Kurtev's brow.
Ninja working some strikes from top position.
Ninja not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ninja scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ninja might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ninja chips away with some ground and pound.
Kurtev tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ninja landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Kurtev had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ninja defends it easily.
Ninja lands a couple of elbows.#T2#
Ninja stands up over Kurtev, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB2#
Kurtev working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ninja doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ninja manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kurtev tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kurtev keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Kurtev throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Kurtev keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ninja landing some decent shots from guard.
Ninja is in close to Kurtev's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB2#
Kurtev has his foot on Ninja's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ninja works his way back into a safe position though.#T3##SUB2#
Kurtev had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ninja defends it easily.#SUB2#
Ninja avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ninja landing with the ground and pound.
Kurtev keeping full guard, as Ninja tries to pass.
Kurtev will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Ninja lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2#
Kurtev is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ninja defends well.
Ninja is in close to Kurtev's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ninja postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Ninja is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T4#
Ninja chips away with some ground and pound.
Ninja postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Ninja trying to control but Kurtev is working from the bottom.
Ninja is working Kurtev over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ninja with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ninja cracks Kurtev with a solid left hand.
Kurtev trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Kurtev throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Kurtev keeps moving.
Ninja scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kurtev being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Kurtev has his feet on Ninja's thighs here. He's pushed Ninja off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Ninja screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Krisko Kurtev!
A relieved looking Krisko Kurtev thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: OFK 384 - Garrincha Vs Sasaki
Date: Mar 10, 2024

#R1#
Claw tests Ninja's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ninja misses with a wild body shot.
Ninja shoots for a double leg takedown but Claw sprawls well. He's pushed Ninja's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Claw throws a leg kick but Ninja moved away.
Murilo Ninja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice cross by Claw.
Ninja throws a hook but Claw avoids it easily.
Claw looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ninja lands a head shot.
Claw takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Ninja throws a looping overhand right but Claw ducks down to avoid it.
Claw is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CL#
Ninja pushes Claw up against the cage in a clinch.
We've been hearing reports that Ninja has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Claw misses with a punch on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Ninja has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Claw is trying to keep an underhook but Ninja manages to get the takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ninja thows a huge punch but Claw dodges it nicely.
Ninja sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Claw defending well though.
Ninja is keen to just control but Claw is a slippery customer.
Ninja missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Claw is not content to let Ninja control the position.
Ninja has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Ninja thows a huge punch but Claw dodges it nicely. #T1#
Ninja not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Ninja wants to lay and pray for a moment but Claw keeps working.
Ninja takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Claw blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ninja.
Ninja throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ninja tries to pass the half guard into mount. Claw knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Claw regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ninja controlling from the top position.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Claw is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Claw looking to control.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Ninja trying to control but Claw is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ninja is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Claw.
Ninja misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ninja scores with a shot to the body.
Ninja throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Claw on the side of the head.
Claw takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Claw attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Ninja uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Claw.
Ninja was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ninja circles away from the clinch attempt.
Claw throws a right and a left that Ninja avoids nicely.
Claw lands a leg kick that knocks Ninja off balance momentarily.#CL#
Ninja rushes Claw and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Ninja gets a trip takedown into half guard.#T3#
Ninja is just content to waste time from the top position. Claw takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Claw has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Claw keeps moving.
Ninja working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Claw keeps moving.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ninja's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ninja wants to control from the top but Claw keeps moving.
Ninja connects with a couple of short punches.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Claw keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja throws a strike but Claw rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Claw won't allow Ninja to get back to his feet.
Claw trying to control the position from guard on top but Ninja is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Claw postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Claw with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ninja is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Claw is controlling him.
Ninja trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Claw preventing the sweep.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Claw with a nice calf kick.
Ninja shoots in for a takedown but Claw shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Ninja closes the distance and clinches up with Claw, looking for a takedown. Ninja pushes Claw against the cage but Claw circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Good leg kick by Claw.
Claw stuffs the takedown attempt from Ninja. Ninja gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Murilo Ninja. That's going to take a lot out of him.#KD2#
Claw cracks Ninja with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Claw has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Ninja to stand back up!#ROC2#Ninja is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Murilo Ninja has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Claw ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Ninja's jaw. Ninja's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Claw does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Chief Claw!
Chief Claw decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: OFK 378 - Bol Vs Boytsov
Date: Feb 18, 2024

#R1#
Ninja fails with the takedown
and Maki connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Ninja moves into the clinch.
Ninja is looking for a takedown.
Ninja tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ninja changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Maki fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Murilo Ninja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ninja misses with a takedown
and Maki counters with a stiff right hand.
Maki throws a right hand that Ninja ducks under and follows up with a left that Ninja also avoids with ease.
A jab from Maki finds it's way through Ninja's defenses.
Ninja tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Maki counters with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maki connects with an inside leg kick.
Maki fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Maki throws a nice inside leg kick.
Ninja shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Maki connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Murilo Ninja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Ninja throws a poor cross that misses
and Maki counters with a nice uppercut.
Ninja fails in his attempt to clinch.
Maki flicks out a counter leg kick but Ninja steps away.#CL#
Ninja closes the distance and pushes Maki back into the cage.#TD#
Ninja turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Ninja manages to end up in side control.

Maki bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Ninja missing with a left hand there. Maki was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A swing and a miss from Maki.
Ninja throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Maki counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
Ninja closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Maki to the mat! Maki manages to get full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ninja accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ninja postures up in Maki's guard and throws a big left but Maki blocks it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ninja's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ninja is working Maki over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ninja lands a couple of digs.
Ninja looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Maki can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
Ninja throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Maki works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ninja throws a big elbow that misses.
Ninja being controlled here momentarily.
Ninja keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Maki's head.
Ninja throws a big right hand that misses.
Ninja throws a big elbow that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ninja in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Maki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Maki working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ninja.
Maki pulls Ninja in to control the position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Ninja throws an elbow that misses. Maki uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Ninja's guard. Nice move by Maki!#REVB#
Ninja wants to get back to his feet but Maki passes into half guard.
Ninja wants to improve his position but Maki is controlling well. #T4#
Ninja looks like he's trying to stand up.
Ninja gets back to full guard.
Maki stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ninja swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Maki trying to control the position from guard on top but Ninja is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet but Maki is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Seppo Maki dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Maki feints and then cracks Ninja's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ninja down.
Ninja goes for a double leg but Maki avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Maki continues to drive forward.
Maki has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Maki throws a head punch that misses.
Ninja misses with the head strike.
Maki lands a shoulder strike.
Ninja misses with the head strike.
Maki throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Maki swings wildly with an uppercut but Ninja uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ninja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Maki misses with some punches.
Maki lands a body punch in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Maki.
Ninja takes a shot to the head.
Ninja lands with a left to the head.
Ninja looking for a takedown.
Ninja looking to slow down the pace here.
Ninja lands a hook that snaps the head of Maki backwards. #T1#
Ninja is looking to control Maki's arms but Maki gets an underhook and turns him. Now Ninja has his back to the cage.
Maki lands a nice uppercut.
Maki lands with a light punch inside.
Ninja taking a breather. #BC2#
Maki breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Maki has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Ninja has his takedown stuffed
and Maki makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Murilo Ninja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Maki thumps Ninja with a low kick.
Ninja doesn't manage to clinch there - Maki circles away.
Ninja rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Maki counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Good exchange - Maki coming out on top.
Ninja is looking to clinch.
Ninja tries to clinch but Maki moves out of range.
Ninja shoots and misses
and Maki cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Maki scores with a nice body kick.
Ninja swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Maki counters with a nice low kick that buckles Ninja's knee momentarily.
Seppo Maki seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A thudding body kick lands there by Maki!
Maki cracks Ninja on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Ninja falls backwards against the cage. Maki follows up with more strikes that drop Ninja to his knees. Maki keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Ninja! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:11 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Seppo Maki!
Seppo Maki thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: OFK 371 - Ninja Vs Brown
Date: Jan 27, 2024

#R1##CL#
Ninja fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Brown, pushing him back against the cage.
Brown is trying to force a seperation but Ninja has the dominant position.
Ninja is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Ninja can't get the takedown.
We've been hearing reports that Ninja has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
A short right from Ninja on the inside.
Ninja working aggressively here.
Ninja misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Ninja fails to land. #BC2#
Brown escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Brown blocks a jab.
Ninja moves to clinch but Brown breaks away
and Brown counters with a series of strikes. Ninja will be more careful next time no doubt.
Ninja misses with a takedown
and Brown counters with a two punch combo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Murilo Ninja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ninja misses with a combination
and Brown counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ninja tries for a takedown but Brown circles away easily
and Brown counters with a two punch combo. #T1#
Ninja lands an overhand right.
Brown keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Murilo Ninja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ninja fails to land the takedown.
Brown throws a counter combo.
Ninja fails with the takedown.
Brown is looking for the big counter here.
Ninja darts in looking for a takedown but Brown gets double underhooks and turns Ninja into the cage.
Ninja misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ninja swings wildly with an uppercut but Brown uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ninja keeps control of Brown as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Ninja misses with a hook to the ribs.
Brown is trying to push Ninja away but Ninja has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Ninja swings wildly with an uppercut but Brown uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ninja slows down the pace here. #BC2#
Brown escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T2#
Brown uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ninja.
Ninja looks for a takedown but Brown sprawls well.
Ninja shoots and misses
and Brown counters with a left and a right that stings Ninja.
Ninja missing with a left hand there. Brown was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Brown throws a counter combo.
Ninja throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Brown unleashes a big counter combination but Ninja bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Ninja fails with the takedown
and Brown counters with a one-two to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Brown slips under a jab.
As Ninja backs off Brown throws a huge counter combo but Ninja manages to avoid it all.
Brown moves out of range of the strikes.
Ninja with a lazy takedown attempt
and Brown counters with a left and a right that stings Ninja. #CL#
Ninja drives through and clinches with Brown against the cage. #T3##BC2#
Brown breaks the clinch.
Ninja swings widly with a right hand
and Brown counters with a series of strikes. Ninja will be more careful next time no doubt.
Ninja throws a lazy right hand but Brown sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Brown throws a counter combo.
Ninja shoots in for a double leg but Brown sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Despite the aggression on Brown's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Ninja throws a predictable looking body shot
and Brown counters with a one-two to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ninja.
Ninja fails in his attempt to clinch.
Brown unleashes a big counter combination but Ninja bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Ninja falls off balance throwing a combination
and Brown counters with a two punch combo.
Brown is working the combinations to good effect here.
Ninja is breathing heavily.
Ninja goes for a double leg but Brown avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Brown continues to drive forward.
Brown is looking for the big counter here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Brown working hard to break the clinch.
Brown is trying to force a seperation but Ninja has the dominant position.
Brown wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Brown is looking to break free of the clinch but Ninja has double underhooks.
Still in the clinch, Ninja scores with a nice short uppercut.#T4#
Brown wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Brown looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Brown manages to break the clinch.
Brown keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Brown lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Brown circles away from the clinch attempt
and Brown counters with a three punch combo that has Ninja backing up. Ninja nods at Brown to acknowledge the strikes.
Brown circles away from the clinch attempt
and Brown counters with a series of strikes. Ninja will be more careful next time no doubt.
Ninja misses with a right hand
and Brown counters with a three punch combo that has Ninja backing up. Ninja nods at Brown to acknowledge the strikes.
Ninja misses with a body punch
and Brown counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ninja tries for a takedown but Brown circles away easily
and Brown counters with a series of strikes. Ninja will be more careful next time no doubt. #ROC2#Ninja is rocked!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bill Brown dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Ninja scores with a shot to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Ninja. That snapped Brown's head back. #CUT#It looks like Bill Brown has been cut.
Ninja scores with a jab to the body.
Ninja doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Brown counters with a one-two to the body.
Oh Ninja is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ninja tries for a takedown but Brown circles away easily
and Brown counters with a series of strikes that really hurt Ninja! The ref looks into his eyes and sees nobody home - he's called the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bill Brown!
Our winner, Bill Brown, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: OFK 365 - Marek Vs Nik
Date: Jan 06, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Ninja closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Howard quickly recovers to half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Howard taking some punishment here, with Ninja in his half guard.
Howard is trying to get back to full guard.
Ninja working the head and body with strikes.
Howard is refusing to be controlled, as Ninja sits in half guard.
Ninja not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Howard makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Howard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ninja's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ninja postures up in Howard's guard and throws a big left but Howard blocks it.
Howard is trying to control the position but Ninja postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja preventing the sweep.
Howard trying to control the position.
Ninja pushing down on Howard's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ninja content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T1#
Howard is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ninja scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ninja lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Howard moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ninja stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Howard swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ninja stopping the sweep attempt from Howard.
Ninja slips nicely into half guard.
Ninja drops an elbow to the side of Howard's head.
Ground and pound from Ninja.
Ground and pound from Ninja.
Ninja is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Howard tries to get to full guard but Ninja has control of the leg. #T2#
Howard works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Howard keeps moving.
Howard avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Howard wants to sweep here but Ninja controlling him for the moment.
Howard is working hard here to advance position.
Howard is trying to control the position but Ninja postures up.
Howard wants to sweep but no luck.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ninja's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ninja controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Howard is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Howard is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Howard is looking to take a break and control but Ninja is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Howard is looking to advance position but Ninja won't allow it.
Ninja tries to roll over but Howard keeps him under control.
Ninja is trying to stand back up but Howard is controlling him
Ground and pound from Howard.
Howard is trying to control the action in half guard but Ninja is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Howard prevents Ninja from standing back up.
Ninja won't allow Howard to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Ninja is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Howard pulls his head out easily.
Howard missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Ninja is defending against the submission attempts here by Howard. #T4#
Howard prevents Ninja from standing back up. #SUB2#
Ninja is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Howard pulls his head out easily.
Howard throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Ninja to regain full guard.
Howard scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ninja looking for a sweep. Not yet Ninja, not yet.
Ninja wants to stand but Howard is controlling the position.
Ninja looking for a sweep. Not yet Ninja, not yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ninja wants to stand up but Howard is controlling him.
Ninja looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL2#
Ninja rushes Howard and presses him up against the cage.
Howard misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ninja tries to throw a body punch but Howard avoids it by throwing Ninja back against the cage.
Howard tries to work over Ninja's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD2#
Ninja wants the takedown. Howard is fighting it off but Ninja persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Howard's guard against the cage.
Howard wants to hit a sweep here but Ninja passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Howard there!
Ninja scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Howard?
Howard tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ninja is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Ninja prevents Howard from getting the reversal.
Ninja tries to control but Howard wriggling away.
Howard bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Howard won't allow Ninja to get back to his feet. #T1#
Howard stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ninja swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ninja trying to control the position.
Ninja has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Howard wants to pass the guard but Ninja is keeping the position.
Ninja wants to stand up but Howard is controlling him.
Howard tries to free his leg and advance position but Ninja is retaining full guard.
Howard won't allow Ninja to sweep him here.
Murilo Ninja has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ninja manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Howard manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Ninja makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Howard wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Ninja landing with the ground and pound.
Howard trying to keep a closed guard but Ninja is proving a slippery customer.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Howard keeps moving.
Howard looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ninja is one step ahead there.
Ninja looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Howard tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Howard working a defensive guard here.
Ninja controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Ninja with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ninja postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Ninja scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ninja looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Howard bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ninja's guard. #REVR#
Howard won't allow Ninja to get back to his feet.
Ninja is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Ninja is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T4#
Ninja lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ninja lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ninja looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Howard wants to improve his position but Ninja is controlling well.
Ninja is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ninja lands strikes from half guard.
Ninja is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Howard stuffs the takedown.
Ninja is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL2#
Ninja darts in and clinches Howard up against the cage.
Ninja lands a hook to the side of the head.#TD#
Howard has hold of one of Ninja's legs. Ninja is fighting the takedown attempt but Howard gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Ninja working for a triangle but Howard defends it easily.
Ninja has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ninja keeping moving, preventing Howard from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Howard pushes down on Ninja's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Howard prevents Ninja from standing back up. #T1#
Howard seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Howard uses his free foot to push down on Ninja's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ninja.
Ninja is squirming around, avoiding Howard's attempts to control the action.
Howard raining down shots from the mount!
Ninja tries to hold on but Howard postures up.
Howard trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Howard has control of Ninja's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Ninja regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Dean Howard has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Ninja wants to try and get back to his feet.
Ninja keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Howard can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ninja is looking to escape.
Howard punishing his opponent with strikes.
Howard is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Ninja can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Ninja holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Howard tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Ninja wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here. #T3#
Ninja bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Howard wants to sweep here but Ninja controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Howard looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ninja keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Howard's head.
Ninja works over Howard with some ground and pound from guard.
Ninja lands a couple of digs.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ninja's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Howard controls Ninja momentarily but Ninja frees himself.
Howard looking for a sweep. Not yet Howard, not yet. #T4##SUB#
Howard is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ninja defends well.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Howard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Howard looking for a guillotine here but Ninja defends easily.
Murilo Ninja is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Howard is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ninja not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ninja trying to control but Howard is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dean Howard showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ninja has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 28:29
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Murilo Ninja!
Murilo Ninja made sure to mention his sponsor, Altitude Clothing in his post fight interview.

Event: OFK 360 - Escalante Vs Anderso
Date: Dec 17, 2023

#R1#
Ninja fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bizihwaeile manages to avoid it.
Ninja misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bizihwaeile keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL2#
Ninja pushes Bizihwaeile up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Ninja turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Ninja manages to end up in side control.
Bizihwaeile wants to control but Ninja postures up.
Ninja staying calm.
Bizihwaeile is trying to improve his position.
Ninja trying to control the position but Bizihwaeile is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Bizihwaeile is avoiding damage well.
Ninja scores with a couple of short elbows.
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but Bizihwaeile is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bizihwaeile parries the strikes from Ninja easily there. Ninja is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Bizihwaeile to escape. #T1#
Check out the look on Ninja's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
The strikes coming from Ninja are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Ninja looks up at the clock and then as Bizihwaeile takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Ninja smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Bizihwaeile is looking for a sweep.
Bizihwaeile is trying to control Ninja's posture but Ninja avoids it.
Ninja wants to control but Bizihwaeile is keeping him busy.
Bizihwaeile tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Bizihwaeile's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bizihwaeile taking punishment in the form of punches.
Ninja grinds an elbow into Bizihwaeile's temple.
Ninja lands a few punches from side control.
Ninja tries to move to mount but Bizihwaeile blocks the move with his legs. #T2#
Bizihwaeile tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bizihwaeile takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Bizihwaeile is not content to let Ninja control the position.
Bizihwaeile can't do much from the bottom here.
Ninja scores with a couple of short elbows.
Ninja creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Ninja working the ground and pound but Bizihwaeile is defending the strikes.
Bizihwaeile taking punishment in the form of punches.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ninja taking a breather here.
Ninja trying to control the position but Bizihwaeile is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Bizihwaeile sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Ninja is keen to just control but Bizihwaeile is a slippery customer.
Ninja throwing shots but Bizihwaeile is blocking nicely.
Ninja is thwarting Bizihwaeile's attempts to control the position.
Ninja lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ninja not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Ninja connects with a nice short shot to Bizihwaeile's temple.
Bizihwaeile trying to control from the bottom.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ninja lands a nice short elbow.
Bizihwaeile wants to get back to full guard.
Bizihwaeile is working hard here to advance position.
Bizihwaeile avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ninja. #T4#
Ninja looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Bizihwaeile looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ninja lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ninja is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Ninja working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB#
Bizihwaeile actively working from the bottom here.
Ninja is controlling the pace.
Ninja landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Bizihwaeile keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD2#
Ninja closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Ninja has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Bizihwaeile looking for a kimura from the bottom but Ninja passes into side control!
Ninja lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Ninja scores with punches from side control.
Ninja tries to move to mount but Bizihwaeile blocks the move with his legs.
Ninja lands some shots froms side control.
Ninja working the ground and pound.
Ninja has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ninja misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Ninja working the body and head with strikes.
Ninja trying to control the position but Bizihwaeile is working away.
Bizihwaeile takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ninja cracks Bizihwaeile with a big elbow.
Bizihwaeile is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T1#
Bizihwaeile can't do much from the bottom here.
Ninja in side control, throwing shots but Bizihwaeile defends.
Ninja lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Bizihwaeile is looking to reverse the position.
Ninja throws a strike aimed at the side of Bizihwaeile's head but Bizihwaeile avoids it well.
Ninja lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Ninja content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Ninja is working Bizihwaeile over with some ground and pound from side control.
Bizihwaeile can't do much from the bottom here.
Bizihwaeile is working to avoid the ground and pound but Ninja connects with a decent elbow. #T2#
Ninja scoring with punches from side control.
Bizihwaeile struggling a bit here.
Ninja landing strikes.
Ninja trying to control the action but Bizihwaeile is working from the bottom.
Bizihwaeile manages to get back to half guard.#T3#
Ninja wants to pass to mount but Bizihwaeile is defending the position.
Ninja working the head and body with strikes.
Ninja keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ninja lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Bizihwaeile is trying to get back to full guard.
Ninja is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ninja missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bizihwaeile controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Ninja throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T4#
Bizihwaeile is trying to control but can't.
Bizihwaeile is looking to improve his position.
Ninja is taking a breather. Bizihwaeile says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB#
Bizihwaeile actively working from the bottom here.
Ninja lands strikes from half guard.
Bizihwaeile is looking to control Ninja's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bizihwaeile avoid being mounted?
Ninja is trying to control the action in half guard but Bizihwaeile is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Bizihwaeile tries to roll over but Ninja keeps him under control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ninja lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ninja lands with a punch from half guard.
Bizihwaeile is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Bizihwaeile dodges the punch combination from Ninja.
Bizihwaeile misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD2#
Ninja gets a takedown into half guard.
Bizihwaeile taking some punishment here, with Ninja in his half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ninja in particular looking to stall.
Bizihwaeile is looking for a sweep. Ninja is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ninja looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bizihwaeile with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Bizihwaeile is refusing to be controlled, as Ninja sits in half guard. #T1#
Ninja working Bizihwaeile over with strikes.
Ninja is thwarting Bizihwaeile's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Bizihwaeile is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ninja pulls his head out easily.
Ninja throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The fighters are battling for position here. Bizihwaeile manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Bizihwaeile is looking for a triangle but Ninja pushes his legs off easily.
Bizihwaeile keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja stays in close to Bizihwaeile's body and controls the position.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Bizihwaeile is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bizihwaeile not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ninja is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Bizihwaeile throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ninja is working Bizihwaeile over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Bizihwaeile will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Ninja trying to control but Bizihwaeile is working from the bottom.
Ninja throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Bizihwaeile controls Ninja momentarily but Ninja frees himself.
Ninja landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB#
Bizihwaeile is looking for a triangle but Ninja pushes his legs off easily. #T3#
Ninja trying to control but Bizihwaeile is working from the bottom.
Ninja makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Ninja lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Ninja lands a couple of digs.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Bizihwaeile keeps moving.
Bizihwaeile can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ninja controls the pace.#SUB#
Bizihwaeile is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ninja is aware though and is defending well.
Ninja scoring with some ground and pound.
Ninja landing with the ground and pound. #SUB#
Bizihwaeile is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ninja defends well.#T4##SUB#
Ninja got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bizihwaeile has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ninja has managed to get both his arms back between Bizihwaeile's legs - danger averted.
Ninja scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Feaqeuin Bizihwaeile has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ninja's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Bizihwaeile is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Murilo Ninja is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Ninja is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Bizihwaeile had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ninja defends it easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ninja works over Bizihwaeile with some ground and pound from guard.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 25:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Murilo Ninja!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Murilo Ninja made sure he mentioned Altitude Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: OFK 354 -
Date: Nov 26, 2023

#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Anderson. Ninja does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've been hearing reports that Ninja has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ninja closes the distance and clinches up with Anderson, looking for a takedown. Ninja pushes Anderson against the cage but Anderson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Anderson throws out a counter right but Ninja avoids it with no problem.
Ninja throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ninja throws a right hand that misses
and Anderson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ninja looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Anderson is fending him off so far but Ninja persists. Nope, Anderson circles away and we're back to standing.
Ninja backing away here, and Anderson unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#TD#
Ninja shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Anderson's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Anderson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Anderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ninja controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ninja postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja controlling from the top position.
Ninja throws a big elbow that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Ninja throws a big right hand that misses.
Ninja with a nice head shot there.
Ninja has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Ninja in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Ninja working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Anderson wants to sweep but no luck.
Ninja lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ninja cracks Anderson with a solid left hand.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ninja accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Anderson wants to sweep here but Ninja controlling him for the moment.
Ninja postures up in Anderson's guard and throws a big left but Anderson blocks it.
Anderson keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Anderson pulls Ninja in close to prevent any damage.
Ninja might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2#
Ninja working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Anderson holds on and takes a little breather.
Anderson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Anderson keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Anderson slips under a jab from Ninja.
Anderson connects with a body shot that sends Ninja's belly button to the back.
Ninja lands with a straight right. Anderson didn't see that one coming.#CUT#It looks like Jones Anderson has been cut.
Ninja tries for a takedown but Anderson circles away easily
and Anderson counters with a leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Murilo Ninja. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Ninja misses with a jab, cross combination.
Murilo Ninja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Ninja moves into the clinch.
Anderson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Anderson digs a right hand underneath Ninja's ribcage. Ninja let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Anderson creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Ninja's defenses.
Ninja tries to score a body lock takedown but Anderson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
A body shot lands from Anderson.
Anderson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ninja or not.
Ninja is breathing heavily.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Anderson.
Anderson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ninja trying to control the position but instead, Anderson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Ninja into the cage.
Ninja tries for a takedown. No joy.
Anderson lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Anderson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ninja's elbow.
Anderson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
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!
Ninja misses with a punch to the body.
Ninja struggles to land a body shot inside as Anderson controls his hands.
Anderson lands a left hand. #T4#
Ninja has a couple of punches blocked by Anderson.
Anderson lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#It looks like Murilo Ninja has been cut.
Anderson throws an elbow that misses.
Ninja drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Anderson lands an elbow inside.
Ninja tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Anderson's elbow.
Anderson lands a damaging elbow.
Anderson working Ninja over with knees to the body.
A short right from Anderson.
Anderson creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Anderson lands a left hand.
Anderson lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Anderson misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ninja.
Ninja blocks a body shot from Anderson.
Ninja drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Anderson gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Ninja misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jones Anderson dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Ninja shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Anderson but Anderson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Anderson bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Anderson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nice shot by Anderson.
Ninja drops his hands momentarily and Anderson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Ninja takes a swing at Anderson's ribcage but misses.
Anderson connects with a solid leg kick.
Anderson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#ROC2#Ninja is rocked!
Anderson throws a monster overhand right that drops Ninja! Anderson follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jones Anderson!
Jones Anderson thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: OFK 346 - Cubbedge Vs Gazersky
Date: Oct 29, 2023

#R1#
Ninja takes a swing at Maki's ribcage but misses.
Maki swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ninja throws a nice looking combination but Maki bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Maki half committed to a counter leg kick.
Murilo Ninja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Maki avoids the body shot from Ninja.
Maki jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Ninja fails with the takedown
and Maki counters with a leg kick.
Ninja throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Maki to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Murilo Ninja has been cut.
Jab from Ninja.
Ninja misses with a jab to the body
and Maki counters with a stiff right hand.
Ninja fails with a takedown attempt.
A little feinted left hand from Maki on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja throws a series of punches but Maki avoids them all with ease.
Maki ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ninja throws a right and a left that both miss.#T1#
Ninja looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Maki is fending him off so far but Ninja persists. Nope, Maki circles away and we're back to standing.
Maki half committed to a counter leg kick.
Seppo Maki has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.#TD2#
Ninja gets the takedown into side control.
Maki tries to buck Ninja off but Ninja is having none of it.
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but Maki is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ninja creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Maki sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Ninja in side control, throwing shots but Maki defends.
Maki is not content to let Ninja control the position.
Maki can't do much from the bottom here.
An elbow from Ninja crashes against the mat. #T2#
Ninja sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Maki is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Maki manages to get back to half guard.
Ninja is trying to control the action in half guard but Maki is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Maki keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Maki is refusing to be controlled, as Ninja sits in half guard.
Ninja controlling the pace.
Ninja throwing shots but Maki is blocking nicely.
Ninja wants to control but Maki is keeping him busy.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Ninja sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Maki defending well though. #T3#
Ninja is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Ninja is keen to just control but Maki is a slippery customer.
Ninja working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Ninja not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Ninja throwing shots but Maki is blocking nicely.
Ninja has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Maki gets back to full guard.
Ninja postures up in Maki's guard and throws a big left but Maki blocks it.
Ninja is looking to work some ground and pound but Maki has wrist control.
Maki utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ninja postures up.
Ninja lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Ninja lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Ninja is looking to work some ground and pound but Maki has wrist control.
Ninja is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ninja is looking to work some ground and pound but Maki has wrist control.
Ninja cracks Maki with a solid left hand.
Ninja throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ninja slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Ninja landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Murilo Ninja's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Ninja shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Maki pinned against the cage. Maki gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ninja takes a swing at Maki's ribcage but misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ninja is defended easily by Maki.
Maki is looking to counter with a body kick.
Maki throws a solid leg kick but Ninja takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Maki.
Ninja tries to close the distance and clinch but Maki swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Maki throwing a counter right hand but Ninja manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Ninja drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Murilo Ninja has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ninja in side control, throwing shots but Maki defends.
Maki on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Maki tries to get out of the position.
Maki takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain. #T1#
Ninja is chipping away with strikes.
Maki managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Ninja.
Maki dodges the ground and pound from Ninja.
Ninja misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Ninja trying to control the position but Maki is working away.
Maki takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Maki is working to avoid the ground and pound but Ninja connects with a decent elbow.
Ninja is putting a hurting on Maki here, landing some big shots from side control.
Ninja works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Ninja cracks Maki with a big elbow.
Ninja throws an elbow but Maki slips to the side and avoids it well.#T2#
Ninja working the head and body with strikes.
Ninja fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Ninja landing strikes.
Ninja wants to control but Maki is keeping him busy.
Maki knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ninja on the ground.
Ninja looks up at the clock and then as Maki takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Ninja smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Ninja looks up at the clock and then as Maki takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Ninja smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Ninja in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Sloppy strikes there by Ninja.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Maki tries to bench press Ninja off him but Ninja keeps the position.
Ninja in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #T3#
Ninja scoring with punches and elbows.
Ninja has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ninja connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Maki some visible discomfort.
Ninja lands a few punches from side control.
Ninja working the ground and pound but Maki is defending the strikes.
Maki is letting Ninja control him for a moment.
Ninja lands a few punches from side control.
Maki wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Ninja landing a few strikes.
Ninja misses with the ground and pound.
Maki struggling a bit here.#T4#
Ninja connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Maki some visible discomfort.
Ninja staying calm.
Ninja working the ground and pound.
Ninja scoring with punches from side control.
Maki is looking for a sweep.
Ninja scoring with punches from side control.
Ninja throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Maki works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Ninja working Maki over with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Murilo Ninja's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ninja, as that shot connected.
Murilo Ninja seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD2#
Ninja changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Maki looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Ninja lands a nice forearm strike.
Maki is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Ninja wants to lay and pray for a moment but Maki keeps working.
You can see the frustration on Maki's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ninja looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Maki is avoiding damage well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maki is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Ninja fails to land a wild elbow strike. #T1#
Ninja wants to lay and pray for a moment but Maki keeps working.
Check out the look on Ninja's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Ninja wants to lay and pray for a moment but Maki keeps working.
Ninja working the body and head with strikes.
Maki wants to control but Ninja postures up.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Maki tries to get back to half guard but can't.
You can see the frustration on Maki's face as Ninja controls the position.
Ninja working the body and head with strikes.
Ninja connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Maki some visible discomfort.
Ninja throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ninja lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Maki down.
Maki avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Ninja.
Ninja tries to score with some ground and pound. Maki controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Maki takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Maki takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#T3#
Ninja in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Ninja in side control lands a decent elbow.
Ninja is chipping away with strikes.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Ninja works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Ninja in side control lands a decent elbow.
The strikes coming from Ninja are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Maki is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Ninja working away.
Ninja scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Maki to see if he's OK.
Ninja moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T4#
Ninja scoring with punches from side control.
Ninja lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Maki down.
Ninja cracks Maki with a big elbow.
Maki is working to avoid the ground and pound but Ninja connects with a decent elbow.
Ninja trying to control the position but Maki is working away.
Murilo Ninja is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Ninja taking a breather here.
Ninja throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Seppo Maki has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ninja is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Maki's shoulder. That is not cool.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 27:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Murilo Ninja!
Murilo Ninja took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Altitude Clothing for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: OFK 340 - Wulf Vs Sasaki
Date: Oct 08, 2023

#R1#
Ninja throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #TD#
Howard dives in and scores a takedown into Ninja's guard.
Ninja wants to stand up but Howard is controlling him.
Howard trying to control but Ninja is working from the bottom.
Howard stops Ninja from standing up.
Howard works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Howard thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Ninja's head.
Howard is trying to control the action in half guard but Ninja is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Howard looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja looks like he's trying to stand up.
Howard is looking to take a break and control but Ninja is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ninja wants to get back to full guard.
Ninja keeps trying to improve his position.#T1#
Ninja gets full guard.#SUB2#
Ninja looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Howard passes into side control.
Ninja is looking for a sweep.
Howard tries to advance to mount but can't.
Ninja is trying to buck Howard off.
Ninja is trying to get back to half guard.
Ninja is not content to let Howard control the position.
Howard tries to advance to mount but Ninja denies him. #T2#
Ninja is trying to get back to his feet.
Ninja has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ninja dodges the ground and pound from Howard.
Ninja gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ninja is refusing to be controlled, as Howard sits in half guard.
Howard stops Ninja from getting back to his feet.
Howard trying to mount his opponent but Ninja defends it.
Ninja is staying active underneath Howard, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Howard working the head and body with strikes.
Ninja regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Howard.
Ninja is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Howard is controlling him. #T3#
Ninja is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Howard works his way to full guard. Good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ninja stands up over Howard, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Ninja working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Howard's head.
Ninja is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Howard is trying to keep Ninja in close.
Ninja content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ninja is working Howard over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ninja pushes down on Howard's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T4#
Ninja is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Howard is trying to get back to full guard.
Ninja slips a nice elbow through Howard's hands, connecting with Howard's forehead.
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but Howard is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Howard regains full guard. Nicely done.
Howard looking to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ninja with a nice head shot there.
Howard keeping full guard, as Ninja tries to pass.
Ninja scoring with punches to the head and body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Murilo Ninja will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Donk. Ninja catches Howard right on the button with a cross.
Ninja missing with a left hand there. Howard was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Howard shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Ninja has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nice sprawl there from Howard as Ninja shoots in.
Ninja is trying hard to land a takedown here. Howard sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Ninja misses with a right hand #TD#
and Howard counters with a takedown into side control.
Ninja is pushing Howard's head away, looking to escape. Howard manages to hold on to the position though.#SUB#
Howard wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ninja, who protects the arm well.
Ninja is not content to let Howard control the position.
Howard advances nicely into full mount.
Ninja is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Howard takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T1#
Ninja looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Ninja is trying to get back to his feet but Howard has full control of the position and if anything, Ninja has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Ninja wriggles onto his back under a barage of strikes.
Ninja is wriggling around trying to escape.
Howard is trying to take his opponent's back.
Ninja is trying to escape the mount.
Ninja tries to hold on but Howard pushes him away.
Howard scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Ninja?
Ninja gets back to half guard.#T2#
Ninja is trying to stand back up but Howard is controlling him
Howard trying to mount his opponent but Ninja defends it.
Howard sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ninja defending well though.
Howard tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ninja knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ninja is trying to stand.
Ninja moves into full guard.
Ninja avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Howard is looking to advance position but Ninja has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Howard takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
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!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Ninja cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Ninja working the ground and pound effectively. #T3#
Howard tries to reverse the position but Ninja maintains control.
Howard is working hard here to advance position.
Ninja landing strikes from the mount.
Ninja landing shots from mount.
Ninja scoring with strikes but Howard is staying in there.
Ninja controlling the position easily from mount.
Ninja landing strikes from the mount and Howard is in trouble!
Ninja in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Ninja with shots to the head and body - Howard looks very uncomfortable down there.
Murilo Ninja has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ninja can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Howard is looking to escape.
Ninja landing strikes from the mount and Howard is in trouble! #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Howard is looking to improve his position but Ninja isn't that keen on the idea.
Ninja fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Ninja working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Ninja controlling his opponent.
Howard bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Ninja working a defensive guard here.
Howard pushing down on Ninja's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ninja pushes Howard off looking to stand but Howard dives back in and keeps control.
Ninja tries to roll over but Howard keeps him under control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Howard slaps away a takedown attempt from Ninja, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Howard changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Howard tries for a takedown but Ninja sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Ninja with a jab.#TD2#
Ninja decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Ninja wants to take a breather but Howard is having none of it.
Howard slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Howard wants to sweep but no luck.
Ninja postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Howard's head.
Ninja preventing the sweep.
Howard is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Ninja avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Howard. #T1#
Ninja tries to kick Howard off but Howard keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Howard seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ninja does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Howard works his foot free and advances to mount.
Ninja is desperately trying to improve his position but Howard has a good base and remains in mount.
Howard lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#SUB#
Howard working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Ninja looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Howard! Submission of the night perhaps?

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Dean Howard!
During a confident post fight interview, Dean Howard thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: OFK 335 - Ninja Vs Brown
Date: Sep 23, 2023

#R1#
Brown ducks under a wild hook from Ninja.
Ninja fails in his attempt to clinch.
Murilo Ninja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ninja shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Brown defends it nicely.
Ninja looks to throw the jab but Brown is out of range.
As Ninja backs off Brown throws a huge counter combo but Ninja manages to avoid it all.
Ninja moves in looking to clinch but Brown pushes him off.
Brown lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Ninja shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Brown pinned against the cage. Brown gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've been hearing reports that Ninja has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Brown counters with a three punch combo that has Ninja backing up. Ninja nods at Brown to acknowledge the strikes.
Ninja scores with a punch to the head.
Ninja connects with a jab.#CUT#It looks like Bill Brown has been cut.
Ninja throws a body shot but no joy.
Brown is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T1#
Ninja misses with a lunging right hand
and Brown counters with a left and a right that stings Ninja.
Ninja shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Brown pinned against the cage. Brown gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Murilo Ninja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ninja scores with a hook.
Ninja tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Brown defends well and Ninja ends up having to push Brown into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ninja has a couple of punches blocked by Brown.
Ninja misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Brown breaks the clinch.
Ninja misses with a looping left.
Brown is looking for the big counter here.
Ninja connects with a right hand. Brown shakes it off.
Ninja tries to clinch up
and Brown counters with a one-two to the body. #T2#
Ninja will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Brown is looking for the big counter here.
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!
Ninja misses with a takedown
and Brown counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
A big right from Ninja misses.
Ninja shoots in for a takedown but Brown shows good takedown defense.
Bill Brown is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Ninja closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Brown is pushing Ninja's head away, looking to escape. Ninja manages to hold on to the position though.
Brown takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Brown wants to get back to his feet but Ninja drags him back down.
Ninja trying to control the position but Brown is working away.
Brown is pushing Ninja's head away, looking to escape. Ninja manages to hold on to the position though.
Ninja has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#ES2#
Brown sneaks out the side door and pushes Ninja away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#T3#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Ninja.
Ninja moves to clinch but Brown breaks away
and Brown counters with a series of strikes. Ninja will be more careful next time no doubt.
Ninja swings away with a body shot that misses
and Brown counters with a one-two to the body.
Ninja shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Brown as he avoids it easily.
Ninja doesn't manage to clinch there - Brown circles away.
As Ninja backs off Brown throws a huge counter combo but Ninja manages to avoid it all.
Brown uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ninja.
Brown is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Brown ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Despite the aggression on Brown's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Ninja misses with a left hand
and Brown counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #CL#
Ninja instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Brown breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ninja swings away with a body shot that misses
and Brown counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T4#
Ninja shoots in but no luck this time.
A jab from Ninja misses.
Ninja shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Brown sprawls well. Brown wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Ninja gets slowly back to his feet.
Brown is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Ninja doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Brown counters with a three punch combo that has Ninja backing up. Ninja nods at Brown to acknowledge the strikes.
Ninja misses with a takedown attempt
and Brown counters with a left and a right that stings Ninja.
Ninja tries to clinch up.
Brown throws a counter combo.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ninja is defended easily by Brown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bill Brown dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bill Brown's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Brown circles away from the clinch attempt
and Brown counters with a one-two to the body.
Ninja fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Brown unleashes a big counter combination but Ninja bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Ninja wants to clinch up but Brown keeps it at a distance.
Brown unleashes a big counter combination but Ninja bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Ninja tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Brown counters with a one-two to the body.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ninja or perhaps it was just good defense by Brown, which made it look bad.
Brown is looking for the big counter here.
Ninja moves to clinch but Brown breaks away
and Brown counters with a series of strikes. Ninja will be more careful next time no doubt.
Brown slips a jab from Ninja.
Despite the aggression on Brown's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Ninja moves to clinch but Brown breaks away
and Brown counters with a one-two to the body. #T1#
Ninja shoots in looking for a takedown. Brown tries to sprawl out of it but Ninja keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Brown manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Brown throws a counter combo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Murilo Ninja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ninja waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Brown.
Brown is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Ninja shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Brown throws a counter combo.
Ninja tries for a takedown but Brown circles away easily
and Brown counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #CL#
Ninja clinches with his opponent.
A short right from Ninja on the inside.
Brown has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Brown is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Ninja scores with a shot to the side of Brown's head.
Brown blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Brown looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Ninja has Brown pressed against the cage, preventing Brown from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Brown escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Brown is working the combinations to good effect here.#T2#
Ninja throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ninja fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Brown defending well as Ninja loads up on a big left hand.
Brown throws a counter combo.
Brown circles away from the clinch attempt
and Brown counters with a one-two to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Ninja has Brown up against the cage in a clinch.
Ninja has Brown pressed against the cage, preventing Brown from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Brown is trying to break free.
Ninja keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Brown's efforts to push away.
Brown is trying to break the clinch but Ninja has him pressed against the cage.
Brown tries to break the clinch but Ninja is controlling the position.
Ninja can't get the takedown. #T3#
Brown tries to break free but Ninja pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Brown breaks from the clinch.
Ninja connects with the punch.
Ninja closes this distance looking for a takedown but Brown circles away.
As Ninja backs off Brown throws a huge counter combo but Ninja manages to avoid it all.
Ninja waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Brown.
A slow jab from Ninja misses its intended target.
Despite the aggression on Brown's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Nice takedown defense from Brown. No joy for Ninja on that attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Ninja shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Brown counters with a series of strikes. Ninja will be more careful next time no doubt.
Ninja shoots in for a takedown but Brown shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Brown unleashes a big counter combination but Ninja bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Ninja throws a left and a right that both miss
and Brown counters with a three punch combo that has Ninja backing up. Ninja nods at Brown to acknowledge the strikes.
Ninja closes the distance looking to clinch
and Brown counters with a series of strikes. Ninja will be more careful next time no doubt. #ROC2#Ninja is rocked!#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ninja doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Brown counters with a right, left combo that wobbles Ninja badly! Brown follows up with a massive right hook, straight to the bridge of the nose that knocks Ninja out cold! Oh wow, what a finish! Very reminiscent of Koscheck vs Yoshida as Brown finished him against the cage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:12 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Bill Brown!
A relieved looking Bill Brown thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: OFK 331 - Nik Vs Barnes
Date: Sep 09, 2023

#R1##TD#
Ninja dives in and scores a takedown into Kurtev's guard.
Kurtev keeping full guard, as Ninja tries to pass.
Kurtev striking off his back but it's not causing Ninja any problems.
Ninja lands a couple of digs.#SUB2#
Kurtev looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ninja stands up over Kurtev, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB2#
Kurtev is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Ninja frees his head nicely. Oh but Kurtev has switched to an armbar! Ninja is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Krisko Kurtev!
Krisko Kurtev thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: OFK 326 - Garrincha Vs Biden
Date: Aug 20, 2023

#R1#
Ninja tries to close the distance and clinch but Escalante swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Escalante went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Escalante ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Escalante uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ninja.
Nice defenses there by Escalante.
Ninja stalks Escalante and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Escalante's face. Escalante staggers backwards, shaken.#TD2#
Ninja is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Escalante's half guard.
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but Escalante is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Escalante regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ninja stays in close to Escalante's body and controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ninja trying to control but Escalante is working from the bottom.
Escalante has his hands on Ninja's head, controlling the position. #T1#
Escalante working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ninja.
Escalante working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ninja.
Ninja throws a big elbow that misses.
Ninja slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ninja accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Escalante avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ninja loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ninja has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ninja trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Ninja throws a big right hand that misses.
Escalante working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ninja.
Ninja is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Escalante stuffs the takedown attempt from Ninja. Ninja gets slowly back to his feet.
Ninja dives in and grabs Escalante's left leg, looking for a takedown. Escalante pushes down on Ninja's head and hops out.
Escalante connects with a high kick. #TD2#
Ninja scores with a takedown into Escalante's guard.

Escalante has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Ninja is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Ninja misses with a short punch on the inside.
Escalante blocks an uppercut.
Ninja can't get the takedown.
Vicente Escalante has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.
Escalante tries a knee to the head but Ninja blocks it. #T3#
Ninja fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ninja can't find room to land a body shot as Escalante controls the action. #BC#
Escalante breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Escalante leaves Ninja with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Ninja looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Escalante lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Ninja lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Escalante lands with a slapping head kick. #CUT#It looks like Murilo Ninja has been cut.
Escalante lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ninja uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Escalante.
Ninja lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A big right from Ninja misses.
Ninja misses with a hook #KD#
and Escalante counters with a nice right hand that sends Ninja toppling to the canvas! Ninja scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Escalante finish him?!#ROC#Ninja is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ninja walks into a straight right, dropping him to the canvas! Escalante swarms him and finishes the fight with a hail of punches! What a brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Vicente Escalante!
Vicente Escalante retains his middleweight title!
Our winner, Vicente Escalante, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: OFK 318 - Kim Vs Stardust
Date: Jul 23, 2023

#R1#
Ninja tries for a takedown but Kelly sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Kelly steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Kelly misses the shot to the body.
A jab from Ninja finds it's way through Kelly's defenses. #CUT#It looks like Pat Kelly has been cut.
Kelly slips a jab and a cross from Ninja.
Kelly goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Kelly doesn't manage to clinch there - Ninja circles away.
Ninja connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kelly's hands.
Ninja looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kelly is fending him off so far but Ninja persists. Nope, Kelly circles away and we're back to standing.
Jab, jab by Kelly - just one landing.
Ninja tries to clinch up.#CL2#
Kelly has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kelly blocks an uppercut.
Kelly tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kelly misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ninja working aggressively here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ninja has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kelly is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Murilo Ninja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ninja.
Still in the clinch, Ninja scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC2#
Kelly breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Ninja.
Kelly tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck. #T1#
Kelly tries to reverse the position but Ninja maintains control.
Ninja scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Kelly?
Ninja landing strikes from the mount.
Ninja lands a nice shot to the head.
Ninja looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Ninja controlling the position easily from mount.
Ninja in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas. #ROC#Kelly is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ninja sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Kelly working to try and regain half guard.
Ninja landing strikes, looking to finish!
Kelly is still in real trouble! Can Ninja finish him?
We've been hearing that Ninja has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T2#
Kelly is bucking up trying to escape but Ninja cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Ninja postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Kelly bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Ninja and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Murilo Ninja!
After the big win, Murilo Ninja made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Altitude Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: OFK 312 - Craven Vs Alcala
Date: Jul 02, 2023

#R1#
Schullacks walks into a stiff left hand from Ninja.#CL#
Schullacks gets tackled into the cage by Ninja. Ninja maintains the clinch.
Ninja scores with a shoulder strike.
Schullacks is looking to take this one to the mat.
Ninja is working Schullacks over against the cage.
Ninja prevents the takedown attempt.
Ninja avoiding damage.
Ninja blocks an uppercut.
A bit of stalling here from Ninja.
Ninja lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Ninja lands an uppercut.
Schullacks tries to throw a body punch but Ninja avoids it by throwing Schullacks back against the cage. #TD#
Ninja has picked Schullacks up - he's going for a ride! Ninja dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ninja looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ninja scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Schullacks has hold of Ninja's hands but Ninja slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Ninja wants to take a breather but Schullacks is having none of it.
Ninja has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Ninja working Schullacks over with strikes.
Ninja keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Schullacks keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ninja lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T1#
Ninja keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ninja landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Schullacks taking some punishment here, with Ninja in his half guard.
Ninja controlling the action here.
Ninja is thwarting Schullacks's attempts to control the position.
Ninja takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Schullacks is refusing to be controlled, as Ninja sits in half guard.
Ninja is thwarting Schullacks's attempts to control the position.
Schullacks taking some punishment here, with Ninja in his half guard.
We've been hearing that Ninja has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Ninja lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ninja is taking a breather. Schullacks says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T2#
Ninja looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ninja winds up and cracks Schullacks with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Schullacks desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Ninja looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Schullacks taking some punishment here, with Ninja in his half guard.
Schullacks wants to improve his position but Ninja is controlling well.
Ninja working the head and body with strikes.
Ninja lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ninja looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schullacks has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ninja is working away from the top position though.
Ninja winds up and cracks Schullacks with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Schullacks has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ninja is working away from the top position though.
Ninja takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Schullacks tries to roll over but Ninja keeps him under control.
Well, if Ninja is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Ninja working Schullacks over with strikes.
Ninja trying to pass the guard but Schullacks defending well.
Schullacks trying to hold on to Ninja's head to control him but Ninja postures up.
Ninja prevents Schullacks from improving his position.
Schullacks is still trying to improve position.
Nice strikes from Ninja there. #T4#
Schullacks is holding on to half guard well.
Schullacks trying to control here.
Ninja seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Ninja looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Schullacks with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Schullacks regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ninja content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ninja slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ninja has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ninja lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ninja stays in close to Schullacks's body and controls the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja 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##TD2#
Schullacks feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Ninja is looking to stand up but Schullacks isn't so interested in that idea.
Schullacks pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ninja is keeping the position for now. #ES#
Ninja wriggles free and stands up.
Schullacks swings for the body but Ninja moves out of range.
Schullacks has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Schullacks there as he acknowledges the shot.
Schullacks takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Ninja tests Schullacks's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slow jab from Schullacks misses its intended target. #TD#
Schullacks gets caught napping as Ninja dives in and scores a takedown. Schullacks manages to retain guard.
Schullacks keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schullacks can do to turn this around?
Ninja content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Schullacks pulls Ninja in close to his closed guard and prevents Ninja from doing any damage or advancing position.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Schullacks keeps moving. #T1#
Ninja stopping the sweep attempt from Schullacks.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schullacks not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ninja looking to pass the guard.
Schullacks is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ninja is stalling in the full guard.
Ninja chips away with some ground and pound.
Ninja makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Schullacks tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Schullacks utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ninja is stalling in the full guard.
Schullacks is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##T2#
Schullacks wants to pass the guard but Ninja is defending well. #SUB2#
Schullacks is looking for a kimura but Ninja is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Schullacks to get the leverage.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet.
Schullacks slows the pace down in half guard.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet.
Schullacks missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ninja manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3#
Schullacks is in close to Ninja's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Schullacks is looking to pass into half guard but Ninja pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Ninja is in guard.#REVR#
Schullacks keeping full guard, as Ninja tries to pass.
Schullacks trying to keep a closed guard but Ninja is proving a slippery customer.
Ninja lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ninja landing with the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ninja accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ninja is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Ninja lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ninja chips away with some ground and pound.
Ninja scoring with some ground and pound.
Schullacks keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully. #T4#
Schullacks has momentary wrist control but Ninja slips an elbow through the middle.
Ninja with a nice head shot there.
Ninja postures up and lands a big shot to Schullacks's brow.
Schullacks wants to sweep here but Ninja controlling him for the moment.
Ninja lands a couple of decent looking shots.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Schullacks is on top in guard. #REVB#
Schullacks trying to control but Ninja is working from the bottom.
Schullacks must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet but Schullacks is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Ninja pulls Schullacks in close to prevent any damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ninja wants to stand but Schullacks is controlling the position.
Schullacks stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ninja swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Ninja dives in and grabs Schullacks's left leg, looking for a takedown. Schullacks pushes down on Ninja's head and hops out.
Schullacks is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Ninja keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Schullacks.
Ninja uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Schullacks looks to score with a jab to the body but Ninja is just out of range.#TD#
Schullacks gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Schullacks not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ninja postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Ninja is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Ninja cracks Schullacks with a solid left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schullacks is pulling down on Ninja's head. It's preventing any offense from Ninja, at least for the moment.
Ninja throws a big elbow that misses.
Ninja pushing down on Schullacks's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Schullacks is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ninja's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ninja's back!#T1#
Ninja is trying to break free.
Schullacks trying to control.
Ninja is trying to stand back up.
Can Ninja hold on?! Schullacks is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Ninja is trying to stand back up.
Ninja can't escape the position. #SUB2#
Schullacks tightening his grip on Ninja, looking for the choke.
Ninja is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T2#
Schullacks has the hooks in. Ninja is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet.
Ninja tries to escape but Schullacks has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Schullacks is landing with strikes. Ninja can't take much more of this.
Schullacks throwing sloppy strikes.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet.
Ninja wants to control his opponent's hands but Schullacks gets his hands free.
Ninja trying to get back to his feet but Schullacks is in full control for now.
Schullacks punishes Ninja with strikes from the back mount. #T3#
Ninja wants to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Schullacks tightening his grip on Ninja, looking for the choke.
Schullacks not allowing Ninja to control his hands.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Schullacks tightening his grip on Ninja, looking for the choke. #SUB2#
Schullacks is persistently looking for the submission but Ninja is defending it well. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Ninja is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet.
Murilo Ninja overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Schullacks is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Ninja defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Murilo Ninja is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ninja trying to get back to his feet but Schullacks is in full control for now.
Vern Schullacks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Even with his hooks in, Schullacks manages to miss with strikes from the back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ninja tries to roll but Schullacks sticks to his back.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vern Schullacks comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Ninja has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 29:27
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 29:27
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Murilo Ninja!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Murilo Ninja waved his t-shirt featuring Altitude Clothing's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: OFK 307 - Craven Vs Garrincha
Date: Jun 17, 2023

#R1#
Ninja misses with a takedown attempt - OBrien sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
OBrien is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
OBrien scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ninja in his tracks. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Ninja.
OBrien struggling a bit here.
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but OBrien is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ninja lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear OBrien down.
OBrien tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ninja wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Ninja landing a few strikes.
OBrien manages to get back to half guard.
OBrien slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
OBrien wants to sweep here but Ninja controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Ninja missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ninja keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of OBrien's head.
OBrien keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
OBrien looking to control.
OBrien looking for a sweep. Not yet OBrien, not yet.
Ninja makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Ninja postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Ninja has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ninja sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ninja wants to control from the top but OBrien keeps moving.
OBrien is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2##SUB2#
OBrien is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ninja trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
OBrien looking for a sweep. Not yet OBrien, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but OBrien is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
OBrien seems keen to control Ninja's posture.
Ninja wants to control from the top but OBrien keeps moving.
Ninja scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but OBrien is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now OBrien is on top in guard. #REVB#
OBrien throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ninja works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Ninja keeping moving, preventing OBrien from controlling successfully.
OBrien scoring with some ground and pound.
OBrien with a flurry of punches that miss.
OBrien throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ninja works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as OBrien accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
OBrien is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Ninja is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB#
Ninja looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
OBrien stops Ninja from standing up.
OBrien loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ninja looking for a sweep. Not yet Ninja, not yet.
Ninja wants to stand and escape but OBrien is having none of it.
Ninja has OBrien pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
OBrien shoots in for a double leg but Ninja sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
OBrien looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
OBrien shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ninja is looking to counter the offense by OBrien and move into the clinch.
Murilo Ninja has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Peter OBrien.#TD2#
OBrien shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than OBrien was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Ninja struggling a bit here.
Ninja taking punishment in the form of punches. #SUB2#
OBrien is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ninja is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Ninja parries the strikes from OBrien easily there. OBrien is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Ninja to escape.
Ninja takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Ninja manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
OBrien keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
OBrien blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ninja.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Murilo Ninja will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
OBrien decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
OBrien seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ninja does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ninja might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
OBrien thows a huge punch but Ninja dodges it nicely.
Ninja is trying to stand up here but OBrien is controlling him well. #SUB2#
OBrien is working for a submission of some sort. #ES#
Ninja pushes OBrien off and gets back to his feet.
Ninja tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but OBrien defends well and Ninja ends up having to push OBrien into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
OBrien with the counter takedown but Ninja avoids it easily.
Ninja gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from OBrien.
Ninja lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down OBrien.
Ninja misses with a hook to the ribs. #TD2#
OBrien decides to pull guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ninja's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T1#
Ninja throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as OBrien works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
OBrien keeping full guard, as Ninja tries to pass.
Ninja postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Ninja keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of OBrien's head.
OBrien working a defensive guard here.
OBrien utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ninja is looking to work some ground and pound but OBrien has wrist control.
OBrien has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
OBrien looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ninja is one step ahead there.
OBrien is pulling down on Ninja's head to control his posture.
Ninja working some strikes from top position.
Ninja is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T2#
Ninja pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. OBrien is keeping the position for now.
OBrien looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ninja is one step ahead there.
OBrien trying to keep a closed guard but Ninja is proving a slippery customer.
Ninja won't allow OBrien to sweep him here.
Ninja wants to control from the top but OBrien keeps moving.
OBrien looking for a sweep. Not yet OBrien, not yet.
Ninja distracts OBrien with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Ninja connects with a couple of short punches.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ninja accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ninja trying to control but OBrien is working from the bottom. #T3#
We've been hearing that Ninja has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
OBrien looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ninja trying to control but OBrien is working from the bottom.
Ninja with a nice head shot there.
OBrien keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja being controlled here momentarily.
OBrien tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ninja postures up in OBrien's guard and throws a big left but OBrien blocks it.
OBrien looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ninja is one step ahead there.
Ninja trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ninja's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ninja cracks OBrien with a solid left hand.
OBrien looking for a sweep. Not yet OBrien, not yet.
Ninja is in close to OBrien's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ninja with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ninja not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ninja scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ninja's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ninja is working OBrien over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ninja looking to pass the guard.
OBrien controlling Ninja's posture.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
OBrien stuffs the takedown attempt from Ninja. Ninja gets slowly back to his feet. #CL#
Ninja clinches.
Ninja lands a left hand that snaps the head of OBrien backwards.
Ninja lands a nice shot to the body.
OBrien's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A nice right hand lands inside from Ninja.
OBrien wants to break the clinch but can't.
Ninja drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ninja is working for takedown but OBrien is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Murilo Ninja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja lands a hook that snaps the head of OBrien backwards.
OBrien has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ninja avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Ninja looking for a takedown.
Ninja misses with a body punch. #T1#
OBrien tries to pull guard but Ninja forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Ninja tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
OBrien fails to pull the fight into his guard. #TD2#
OBrien jumps into guard, dragging Ninja to the mat.
Ninja is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Ninja tries to free his leg and advance position but OBrien is retaining full guard.
Ninja sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ninja postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
OBrien controls Ninja momentarily but Ninja frees himself.
Ninja trying to control but OBrien is working from the bottom.
Ninja postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
OBrien has control of Ninja's left arm, preventing Ninja from doing any damage. #T2#
Ninja works over OBrien with some ground and pound from guard.
OBrien is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ninja lands a couple of decent looking shots.#ROC#OBrien is rocked!
Ninja lands a couple of elbows.
OBrien is still in real trouble! Can Ninja finish him?
Ninja lands a couple of elbows.
Ninja loads up on a big left hand. OBrien felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Ninja looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! OBrien can't hide his disappointment, as Ninja celebrates the victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Murilo Ninja!
An out of breath and clearly excited Murilo Ninja thanked Altitude Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: OFK 302 - Marek Vs Jankovic
Date: May 28, 2023

#R1#
Cruz closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ninja circles away.#TD#
Ninja scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Cruz is staying active underneath Ninja, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Cruz slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Cruz working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ninja.
Ninja might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Cruz looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Cruz trying to keep a closed guard but Ninja is proving a slippery customer.
Ninja trying to control but Cruz is working from the bottom.
Ninja is in close to Cruz's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ninja chips away with some ground and pound.
Ninja keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Cruz's head.
Ninja has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja trying to control but Cruz is working from the bottom.
Cruz is trying to control the position but Ninja postures up. #SUB2#
Cruz is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ninja scoring with some ground and pound.
Cruz keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully. #T1#
Cruz is trying to keep Ninja in close.
Ninja is looking to work some ground and pound but Cruz has wrist control.#SUB2#
Ninja got a little sloppy there for a moment and Cruz has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ninja has managed to get both his arms back between Cruz's legs - danger averted.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Cruz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Ninja got a little sloppy there for a moment and Cruz has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ninja has managed to get both his arms back between Cruz's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Cruz escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ninja gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Cruz looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ninja works over Cruz with some ground and pound from guard.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Cruz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cruz lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Cruz prevents Ninja from getting back to his feet. #T2#
Ninja is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Cruz won't allow Ninja to sweep him here.
Cruz in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Cruz is pushing down on Ninja's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ninja is fighting to maintain full guard but Cruz has managed to sneak the leg through.
Cruz missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Cruz trying to control the action but Ninja is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Cruz is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ninja defends it well.
Cruz is trying to control the action in half guard but Ninja is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Cruz working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Cruz stops Ninja from getting back to his feet.
Ninja works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ninja preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Ninja is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Cruz defends well.
Cruz postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T3#
Cruz slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Ninja wants to stand up but Cruz is controlling him.
Ninja is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Cruz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ninja is keeping the position for now.
Cruz pushes down on Ninja's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Cruz trying to control from half guard but Ninja is working away. #SUB#
Ninja looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ninja is trying to maintain the position but Cruz is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Ninja is trying to stand.
Cruz thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Cruz is nestled in close to Ninja, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Ninja is looking to control Cruz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ninja avoid being mounted?
Ninja wants to get back to his feet.
Cruz is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ninja is trying to stand back up but Cruz is controlling him
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ricardo Cruz will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Cruz changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ninja tries to avoid it but Cruz manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ninja to the ground. Ninja escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD#
Ninja gets a takedown into half guard.
Cruz is not content to let Ninja control the position.
Cruz tries to get to full guard but Ninja has control of the leg.
Ninja working the head and body with strikes.
Ninja wants to free his trapped foot but Cruz is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ninja is keen to just control but Cruz is a slippery customer.
Ninja trying to pass the guard but Cruz defending well.
Cruz has hold of Ninja's hands but Ninja slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruz is trying to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing that Ninja has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cruz moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Cruz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T1#
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Cruz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ninja postures up and lands a big shot to Cruz's brow.
Ninja keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Cruz's head.#SUB2#
Ninja got a little sloppy there for a moment and Cruz has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ninja has managed to get both his arms back between Cruz's legs - danger averted.
Ninja landing with the ground and pound.
Ninja won't allow Cruz to sweep him here.
Ninja with a nice head shot there.
Ninja makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB2#
Ninja avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Cruz keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Cruz is trying to control the position but Ninja postures up.
Ninja trying to control but Cruz is working from the bottom.
Ninja postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T2#
Ninja wants to control from the top but Cruz keeps moving.
Ninja scoring with punches to the head and body.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Cruz is on top in guard. #REVB#
Ninja is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Cruz won't allow Ninja to sweep him here.
Cruz pushes down on Ninja's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet.
Ninja trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Cruz is looking to stall here but Ninja recovers full guard. #T3#
Cruz pushes down on Ninja's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Cruz trying to pass the guard but Ninja defending well.
Ninja wants to control but Cruz is keeping busy.
Ninja is looking to escape.
Cruz takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Ninja trying to control but Cruz postures up.
Cruz is just content to waste time from the top position. Ninja takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Cruz postures up.
Cruz is looking to work some ground and pound but Ninja has wrist control.
Cruz with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T4#
Ninja is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ninja wants to stand and escape but Cruz is having none of it.
Ninja can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Cruz controls the pace.
Cruz lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Cruz chips away with some ground and pound.
Cruz passes Ninja's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Cruz is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ninja defends it well.
Ninja tries to kick Cruz off but Cruz keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cruz wants to advance to full mount but Ninja doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet but Cruz is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Murilo Ninja will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Cruz throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ninja's waist but Ninja gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Cruz off to one side.
Cruz tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ninja swivels and escapes.
Ninja misses with a hook.
Ninja jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #CUT#It looks like Ricardo Cruz has been cut.
Cruz moves out of range as Ninja strikes.
Cruz ducks under a wild hook from Ninja.
Cruz is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD#
Ninja throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Cruz was covering up waiting for the punch and Ninja finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB2#
Cruz is looking to cinch up a triangle. Ninja throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Cruz's body to avoid the submission. Cruz has instead reached around Ninja's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Cruz arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ricardo Cruz!

Event: OFK 297 -
Date: May 13, 2023

#R1#
Galanis lands a jab.
Galanis misses the shot to the body. #TD2#
Ninja fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Galanis sprawls well initially but Ninja persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Galanis wants to get back to his feet.
Galanis blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ninja.
Ninja sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Galanis defending well though.
Ninja throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Galanis has hold of Ninja's hands but Ninja slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Ninja sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Galanis defending well though.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Ninja working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Ninja is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ninja stalling.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ninja lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T1#
Galanis is staying active underneath Ninja, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Galanis trying to control from the bottom.
Ninja is taking a breather. Galanis says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Ninja throwing shots but Galanis is blocking nicely.
Ninja lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ninja throwing shots but Galanis is blocking nicely.
Ninja trying to control from half guard but Galanis is working away.
Ninja with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Ninja slips a nice elbow through Galanis's hands, connecting with Galanis's forehead.#T2#
Ninja has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Ninja with the ground and pound from mount.
Ninja looking to finish Galanis with some ground and pound. This is bad for Galanis!
Ninja controlling the pace for now.
The referee warns Galanis that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
A nice elbow there by Ninja.
Ninja tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ninja throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Galanis is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there. #T3#
Ninja is landing with some decent strikes but Galanis is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Galanis is looking to improve his position but Ninja isn't that keen on the idea.
Ninja working the ground and pound effectively.
Ninja has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ninja can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Galanis is looking to escape.
Ninja lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Galanis tries to hold on but Ninja postures up.
Ninja scoring with strikes but Galanis is staying in there.
Ninja dominating with strikes here.#T4#
Ninja landing strikes, looking to finish! #ROC2#Galanis is rocked!
Ninja lands a big shot there that rocks Galanis but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Oh Galanis is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ninja lands a heavy elbow.
Ninja loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Galanis scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Ninja land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Ninja stands and salutes the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Murilo Ninja!
Murilo Ninja really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Altitude Clothing logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: OFK 292 - Khan Vs Howard
Date: Apr 23, 2023

#R1#
Ninja fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Escalante avoids it really well and circles away.
Ninja throws a nice looking combination but Escalante bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Escalante scores with a jab to the head.
Ninja shoots in but no luck this time.
Escalante half committed to a counter leg kick.
Escalante stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Escalante wants it to stay on the feet.
Escalante thinks about countering with a body kick.
Vicente Escalante has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.
Escalante misses with a hook.
A little jabbing left from Ninja on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD2#
Ninja darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.

Escalante makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ninja on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Murilo Ninja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ninja takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Ninja darts in looking for a takedown but Escalante gets double underhooks and turns Ninja into the cage.
Ninja scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Ninja works Escalante's body with a nice hook.
Ninja scores with a crisp jab that stopped Escalante in his tracks.
Vicente Escalante is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Escalante slips under a jab from Ninja.#TD2#
Ninja throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Escalante tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Ninja is in Escalante's guard.
Ninja landing some decent shots from guard.
Escalante preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Ninja is looking to work some ground and pound but Escalante has wrist control.
Ninja looking to pass the guard.
Escalante wants to sweep but no luck.
Escalante is pulling down on Ninja's head to control his posture.
Ninja throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Escalante works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T2#
Ninja stopping the sweep attempt from Escalante.
Escalante keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Ninja working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Ninja might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Escalante haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Ninja tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Escalante was well out of range. Poor timing from Ninja.
Escalante takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Escalante jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Ninja tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD2#
Ninja scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
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!
Escalante blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ninja.
Ninja missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Ninja missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Ninja thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Escalante's head.
Escalante trying to control but Ninja postures up.
Ninja missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Ninja throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ninja is stalling here. Escalante is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Ninja seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Escalante has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Ninja is trying to buck Escalante off.
Ninja gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SU#
Escalante stands up out of the half guard. #T4#
Ninja throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ninja blocks a jab.#CL2#
Escalante gets tackled into the cage by Ninja. Ninja maintains the clinch.
Escalante working aggressively here. #BC#
Escalante escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ninja lands the left hand.
Ninja misses with a wild combination.
No luck for Ninja with that takedown attempt.
Ninja closes this distance looking for a takedown but Escalante circles away.
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!
Escalante swats away the attempt to clinch by Ninja.
Escalante connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ninja. Ninja circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ninja misses with a series of wild punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Murilo Ninja will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Ninja lunges at Escalante with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Escalante's hand.
Ninja swings for the body but Escalante moves out of range.
Escalante buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #TD2#
Ninja shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ninja throwing shots but Escalante is blocking nicely.
Ninja is trying to control. Escalante wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ninja throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but Escalante is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Escalante wants to control but Ninja is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Escalante avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ninja.
Escalante is staying active underneath Ninja, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ninja missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Murilo Ninja has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ninja is looking to stall here but Escalante recovers full guard.
Ninja throws a big elbow that misses.
Ninja has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Escalante keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Escalante keeping full guard, as Ninja tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Escalante moves into range and connects with a jab.
Ninja shoots in and drives through. Escalante sprawls well.
Escalante throws a hook to the side of Ninja's head but Ninja sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL2#
Ninja fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Escalante, pushing him back against the cage.
Escalante throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Escalante.
Escalante blocking some punches.
Ninja lands a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Escalante.#TD2#
Ninja gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Escalante is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SU#
Escalante stands up from half guard. #T3#
Good exchange - Escalante coming out on top.
Escalante throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Ninja fails with a takedown attempt.
Ninja missing with a left hand there. Escalante was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ninja throws a right and a left that both miss.
A nice inside leg kick there by Escalante. That's going to slow Ninja down.
Escalante fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Escalante is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Vicente Escalante is winning the standup battle so far.#TD2#
Ninja drives through with a takedown into Escalante's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Ninja not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Escalante keeps moving.
Ninja loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
Ninja with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ninja trying to control but Escalante is working from the bottom.
Ninja lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ninja trying to control but Escalante is working from the bottom.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Escalante has Ninja pulled in close to control his posture.
Ninja is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Escalante slips a jab from Ninja.
Ninja shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Escalante as he avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Vicente Escalante will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
An inside leg kick from Escalante misses. #CL2#
Ninja closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Escalante lands with a right to the head.
Escalante misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ninja tries a body shot but Escalante blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Escalante fails to land.
Escalante misses with some punches.
Ninja fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Our sources have told us that Escalante has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Ninja slows down the pace here.
Ninja misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Escalante fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Ninja throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Escalante counters with a stiff right hand.
Ninja misses with a straight right. #CL2#
Ninja moves into the clinch.
Escalante lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T1#
Ninja is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Escalante is defending well.
Ninja avoids the elbow strike from Escalante, against the cage.
Ninja dodges an elbow strike from Escalante.
Escalante is trying to break the clinch but Ninja has him pressed against the cage.
Ninja slows down the pace here.
Vicente Escalante has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Ninja pushes Escalante back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Escalante lands a shoulder strike.
Ninja will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Escalante up against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ninja.
Escalante lands a nice shot to the body.
Ninja misses with the head strike.
Ninja tries for a takedown. No joy.
Vicente Escalante has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.#T2#
Ninja takes an elbow to the forehead.
Escalante misses with the head strike.
A short left from Escalante.
Escalante is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Ninja throws a head punch that misses.
Ninja wants a takedown.
Ninja goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ninja has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Escalante avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Ninja takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ninja is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Escalante gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Ninja fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ninja lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ninja drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #BC#
Escalante breaks the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ninja takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #ROC#Ninja is rocked!#T3#
Ninja tries for a takedown but Escalante circles away easily
and Escalante counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Ninja out cold! What a finish! Escalante is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:06 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vicente Escalante!
Vicente Escalante really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Brooklyn Apothecary logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: OFK 286 - Cubbedge Vs Rize
Date: Apr 02, 2023

#R1#
Ninja looks for a takedown but Khan sprawls well.
Khan misses with a wild body shot.
Ninja misses the jab.
Ninja jabs Khan to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ninja tries to clinch up.
Ninja fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ninja slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Ninja ducks right into an uppercut from Khan.
Ninja shoots and misses
and Khan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bora Khan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.
Ninja ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Khan lands a lovely overhand right.
Khan misses with a body shot.
Khan throws a body shot but no joy.
Ninja shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Khan throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Ninja on the side of the head. #T1#
A jab from Khan misses.
Khan on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ninja tries to clinch but Khan moves away
and Khan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Khan has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Team Grunt in the buildup to the fight.
Ninja takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bora Khan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Khan throws out a loose jab but Ninja uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ninja fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Khan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ninja has his takedown stuffed
and Khan counters with a nice body shot.
Khan throws a body punch but Ninja moves out of range.
Ninja feints the counter takedown.
Khan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ninja.
Khan is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Ninja fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Ninja tries to clinch
and Khan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ninja misses with a hook to the body
and Khan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Khan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Khan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ninja.
Khan misses with a straight right. #T2#
Khan connects with a nice looking jab.
Ninja shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Khan as he jumps to the side.
Khan was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Khan ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Khan throws a jab but it's blocked by Ninja.
Ninja feints the counter takedown.
Ninja throws a jab when Khan was well out of range.
Ninja shoots for a takedown but Khan saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ninja looks to score with a jab to the body but Khan is just out of range.
Ninja misses with a left hand
and Khan counters with a right hand to the body.
Khan misses the shot to the body.
Khan swings for the body but Ninja moves out of range.
A nice side step and Ninja releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Khan misses with a hook.
Ninja steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Khan.
Khan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ninja manages to avoid it.
Khan misses with a straight left.
Ninja will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Ninja walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T3#
Khan cracks Ninja with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ninja connects with the punch.
Khan is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#CL2#
Ninja rushes Khan and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Khan misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Ninja is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Khan can't fight it off and eventually Ninja manages to take the fight to the floor. Khan looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Khan keeps moving.
Ninja throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Khan works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Khan pulls Ninja in close to his closed guard and prevents Ninja from doing any damage or advancing position.
Ninja postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ninja working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Khan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ninja is one step ahead there. #T4#
Khan trying to keep a closed guard but Ninja is proving a slippery customer.
Khan wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Khan utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Khan is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ninja throws a big elbow that misses.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Khan keeps moving.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Khan is pulling down on Ninja's head to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Khan walks into a stiff left hand from Ninja.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bora Khan dominated that round.
That's time! Khan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Ninja throws a big shot that misses.
Khan throwing a counter right hand but Ninja manages to avoid it.
Murilo Ninja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Khan takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CUT2#It looks like Bora Khan has been cut.
Ninja connects with a nice looking jab.
Ninja fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD2#
Ninja throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Khan tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Ninja is in Khan's guard.
Khan seems keen to control Ninja's posture.
Ninja throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ninja postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Ninja not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ninja is looking to work some ground and pound but Khan has wrist control.#T1#
Ninja looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Ninja scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ninja working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Khan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ninja's guard. #REVR#
Khan is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Ninja is looking to stand up but Khan isn't so interested in that idea.
Khan slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Khan won't allow Ninja to get back to his feet.
Khan throwing strikes from guard but Ninja blocks nicely.
Ninja is looking to stand up but Khan isn't so interested in that idea.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Ninja is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ninja throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Khan's waist but Khan gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ninja off to one side.
Khan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bora Khan is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
Khan takes one to the side of the head.
Ninja throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Khan.
Khan lands a body shot.
Ninja moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Khan keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bora Khan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.
Khan lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Ninja has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Ninja moves out of range of the strikes.
Ninja changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Khan tries to avoid it but Ninja manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Khan to the ground. Khan escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Khan misses the target.
Khan slips a straight right by Ninja.
Khan moves into range and connects with a jab.
Ninja gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Ninja takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ninja is breathing heavily.
Ninja closes the distance but Khan moves to the side
enabling Khan to counter with a crisp jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Khan throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ninja stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T4#
Ninja throws a poor cross that misses
and Khan counters with a right hand to the body.
Khan jabs at Ninja's body.
A slow jab from Ninja misses its intended target.
A quick step to the side and Khan tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Khan defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Ninja.
Khan scores with a jab to the head.
A jab from Khan finds it's way through Ninja's defenses. #ROC#Ninja is rocked!
Khan lands a brutal uppercut that launches Ninja off his feet! Ninja tumbles to the floor, barely conscious - the referee jumps in to save him from a beating! Wow, what an ending!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bora Khan!
Bora Khan retains his middleweight title!
A very excited looking Bora Khan made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: OFK 279 - Cubbedge Vs Mircea
Date: Mar 11, 2023

#R1#
Ninja displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kurtev. #TD2#
Kurtev gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Ninja to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Ninja throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ninja in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Ninja works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Ninja scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Kurtev missing with punches from the bottom.
Kurtev throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ninja lands a nice short elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja is nestled in close to Kurtev, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Kurtev is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ninja seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kurtev does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Ninja working his ground and pound in the gym.
Kurtev is in trouble now - Ninja has advanced to mount!
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Ninja with good strikes from the mount here!#T1#
Ninja with shots to the head and body - Kurtev looks very uncomfortable down there.
Kurtev is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ninja in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Kurtev tries to lock up and control but Ninja gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kurtev in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Kurtev is wriggling around trying to escape.
Ninja punishing his opponent with strikes.
Ninja working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Kurtev is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kurtev takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
BOOM! Ninja connects with a massive shot to the dome!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kurtev is looking to get to half guard.
Ninja scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Kurtev?
Kurtev is looking to get to half guard.
Kurtev is in a horrible position here. Ninja smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position. #T2#
Kurtev is wriggling around trying to escape.
Kurtev is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Ninja trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ninja lands a heavy elbow.
Kurtev is looking to improve his position but Ninja isn't that keen on the idea.
Ninja avoids the attempt from Kurtev to control.
Ninja raining down shots from the mount!
Ninja wants to control the pace but Kurtev is squirming around nicely.
Ninja lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Ninja looking to control but Kurtev is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Kurtev sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T3#
Ninja is nestled in close to Kurtev, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Kurtev is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ninja scores with a couple of nice shots.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Ninja connects with a nice short shot to Kurtev's temple.
Kurtev punching from the bottom.
Ninja working over Kurtev with some ground and pound. Kurtev looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Ninja wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kurtev keeps working.
Kurtev is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ninja is looking to advance position but Kurtev won't allow it.
Kurtev is not content to let Ninja control the position.
Kurtev wants to control but Ninja is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kurtev on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Ninja connects with a nice short shot to Kurtev's temple.
Ninja stops Kurtev from getting back to his feet. #T4#
Kurtev taking some punishment here, with Ninja in his half guard. #SUB#
Kurtev looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Kurtev looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kurtev wants to control but Ninja is keeping busy.
Kurtev is looking for a sweep. Ninja is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ninja seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kurtev does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Kurtev is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ninja lands a nice short elbow.
Ninja looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kurtev with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Ninja looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kurtev with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Ninja slips a nice elbow through Kurtev's hands, connecting with Kurtev's forehead.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD2#
Ninja closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kurtev did well to prevent Ninja getting side control.
Ninja controlling the pace.
Ninja is thwarting Kurtev's attempts to control the position.
Ninja slips a nice elbow through Kurtev's hands, connecting with Kurtev's forehead.
Still in half guard, Ninja seems content to control.
Ninja trying to pass the guard but Kurtev defending well.
Ninja throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Ninja is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Kurtev missing with punches from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja working the head and body with strikes.
Kurtev is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ninja scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ninja seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Kurtev is staying active underneath Ninja, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ninja working Kurtev over with strikes. #T1#
Kurtev is refusing to be controlled, as Ninja sits in half guard.
Kurtev tries to roll over but Ninja keeps him under control.#SUB#
Kurtev looking for submissions off his back.
Kurtev is looking for a sweep. Ninja is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ninja lands strikes from half guard.
Ninja winds up and cracks Kurtev with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Kurtev looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kurtev misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Ninja drops an elbow to the side of Kurtev's head.
Ninja trying to control the action but Kurtev is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Kurtev looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
Ninja takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Ninja lands with a punch from half guard.
Kurtev is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ninja scores with a couple of nice shots.
Murilo Ninja has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kurtev is trying to maintain the position but Ninja is very close to passing his half guard.
Ninja is keen to just control but Kurtev is a slippery customer.
Kurtev is looking to improve his position.
Ninja has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ninja wants to control but Kurtev is keeping him busy.
Ninja lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB#
Kurtev looking for submissions off his back.
Ninja seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Ninja content to control rather than advance. #T3#
Kurtev lands with a few short shots to the body.
Kurtev is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ninja scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kurtev makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kurtev.
Kurtev has momentary wrist control but Ninja slips an elbow through the middle.
Kurtev controls Ninja momentarily but Ninja frees himself.
Kurtev with a couple of shots from the bottom there - nothing Ninja can't handle though.
Ninja is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ninja is in close to Kurtev's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ninja working some strikes from top position.
Ninja lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kurtev keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T4##SUB#
Kurtev is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ninja is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Kurtev is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ninja with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ninja is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ninja keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kurtev's head.
Ninja trying to control but Kurtev is working from the bottom.
Kurtev throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Ninja distracts Kurtev with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Ninja preventing the sweep.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kurtev is working hard here to advance position.
Ninja takes a decent strike to the side of the head.
Ninja lands a couple of elbows.
Ninja won't allow Kurtev to sweep him here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Kurtev's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##CL#
Kurtev closes the distance and clinches.
Ninja pushes Kurtev back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ninja.
Ninja lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kurtev is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Ninja gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kurtev.
Ninja throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kurtevs head.
Ninja'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.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Ninja effectively controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kurtev wants to take the fight to the mat but Ninja manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krisko Kurtev. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kurtev is trying to pull guard but Ninja turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Ninja. #T1#
Kurtev is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Ninja to keep the fight standing.#TD2#
Ninja is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Kurtev can't fight it off and eventually Ninja manages to take the fight to the floor. Kurtev looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.

Kurtev wriggles free and stands up. #CL2#
Ninja has Kurtev up against the cage in a clinch.
Ninja misses with a punch to the body.
Kurtev is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ninja is defending well.
Ninja is working Kurtev over against the cage.
Ninja working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kurtev tries for a takedown but Ninja manages to get underhooks.
Ninja lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Ninja has clasped his hands together around Kurtev's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Ninja creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Ninja controls the position from side control.
Ninja lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #T2#
Ninja working away.
Kurtev takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Ninja landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Kurtev takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Kurtev is looking to reverse the position.
Kurtev can't do much from the bottom here.
Krisko Kurtev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ninja scores with punches from side control.
Kurtev tries to bench press Ninja off him but Ninja keeps the position.
Ninja working the ground and pound from side control.
Ninja lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Kurtev down.
Ninja working the head and body with strikes. #ROC2#Kurtev is rocked!
Kurtev taking a bit of punishment here - Ninja scoring with strikes.
Oh Kurtev is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ninja works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#T3#
Kurtev is looking to reverse the position.
Ninja lands a strong strike to the head of Kurtev. That's dazed him! Ninja looking to finish here. Kurtev is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Ninja lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Murilo Ninja!
Murilo Ninja managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Altitude Clothing, into his post fight interview.

Event: OFK 273 - Byczkiewicz Vs Gomez
Date: Feb 18, 2023

#R1##CL#
Ninja closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Claw has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ninja avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Claw is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Ninja working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short left from Ninja.
Claw tries to score a body lock takedown but Ninja shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Murilo Ninja has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chief Claw.#TD#
Ninja gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Ninja works over Claw with some ground and pound from guard.
Ninja works over Claw with some ground and pound from guard.
Ninja passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Ninja lands a nice forearm strike.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
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!
Ninja tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Ninja is putting a hurting on Claw here, landing some big shots from side control.
Ninja cracks Claw with a big right hand but Claw just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Ninja happy to just control the position for now.
Claw is trying to control Ninja's posture but Ninja avoids it.
Claw gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T1#
Ninja drops an elbow to the side of Claw's head.
Claw on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Claw wants to control but Ninja is keeping busy.
Ninja is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Ninja connects with a nice short shot to Claw's temple.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Claw won't allow Ninja to pass to mount.
Ninja landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Ninja landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Claw has hold of Ninja's hands but Ninja slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Ninja is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Ninja is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Claw is staying active underneath Ninja, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Claw looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
Ninja looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ninja controlling the action here.
We've been hearing that Ninja has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Claw has hold of Ninja's hands but Ninja slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ninja lands a nice short elbow.
Claw is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ninja wants to control but Claw is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Claw looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ninja winds up and cracks Claw with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ninja slips a nice elbow through Claw's hands, connecting with Claw's forehead.
Ninja lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ninja is trying to control the action in half guard but Claw is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Claw trying to control but Ninja postures up.
Ninja is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Ninja winds up and cracks Claw with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Claw is staying active underneath Ninja, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ninja scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2#
Claw with the active half guard here but Ninja passes nicely into side control.
Ninja working the body and head with strikes.
Ninja scores with punches from side control.
Ninja working away.
Claw is looking for a sweep.
Claw is not content to let Ninja control the position.
Ninja just content to control the position.
Ninja scoring with punches and elbows. #T4#
Ninja in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Claw tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ninja wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Claw is working to avoid the ground and pound but Ninja connects with a decent elbow.
Ninja trying to control the position but Claw is working away.
Ninja connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Claw some visible discomfort.
Claw stops Ninja from passing to mount.
Ninja wants to control but Claw is keeping him busy.
Claw takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ninja tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Ninja has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
You can see the frustration on Claw's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Claw takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Claw is looking to reverse the position.
Ninja lands some shots froms side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that round.
That's time! Ninja's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Ninja thuds his right hand into Claw's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#TD#
Ninja drives through with a takedown into guard.
Ninja works over Claw with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB2#
Claw working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ninja doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ninja manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ninja with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB2#
Claw looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ninja is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Claw can do to turn this around?
Ninja passes into half guard.
Claw is trying to stand up here but Ninja is controlling him well.
Ninja landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Ninja working Claw over with strikes.
Ninja wants to pass to mount but Claw is defending the position. #SUB2#
Claw is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ninja pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ninja scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ninja prevents Claw from improving his position.#T1#
Ninja looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ninja moves into full mount! Claw won't be happy about that!
Claw working to try and regain half guard.
Ninja lands a big shot there that rocks Claw but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Ninja controlling from the full mount.
Ninja looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Claw sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Claw looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ninja trying to control from half guard but Claw is working away.
Ninja scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ninja lands with a punch from half guard. #T2#
Ninja seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but Claw is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Claw is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ninja pulls his head out easily.
Ninja lands strikes from half guard.
Ninja lands with a punch from half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ninja seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Claw does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ninja working the head and body with strikes.
Ninja winds up and cracks Claw with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #ROC#Claw is rocked!
Ninja lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Claw! More strikes land and this one is all over! Ninja jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Murilo Ninja!
Murilo Ninja very nearly forgot to thank Altitude Clothing amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: OFK 267 - Williams Vs Tokugawa
Date: Jan 28, 2023

#R1#
Schullacks throws a body shot but no joy.
Ninja was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Schullacks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Schullacks. Ninja does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ninja ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Schullacks throws a body shot but no joy.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Schullacks has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#TD#
Ninja looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Schullacks trying to control the position here.
Ninja cracks Schullacks with a solid left hand.
Ninja connects with a couple of short punches.
Ninja is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Schullacks working for a triangle but Ninja defends it easily.
Ninja stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Schullacks swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Schullacks working a defensive guard here. #T1#
Schullacks has momentary wrist control but Ninja slips an elbow through the middle.
Ninja with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ninja postures up and lands a big shot to Schullacks's brow.
Schullacks being controlled here, momentarily.
Schullacks has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Ninja works over Schullacks with some ground and pound from guard.
Ninja trying to control but Schullacks is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Schullacks is looking for a triangle but Ninja pushes his legs off easily.
Schullacks pulls Ninja in close to prevent any damage.
Ninja has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Ninja keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Schullacks's head.#T2#
Schullacks managing to control the position.
Ninja with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ninja preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ninja trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ninja lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Schullacks not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Schullacks is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ninja lands a couple of digs.
Ninja working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Ninja wants to pass the guard but Schullacks is keeping the position.
Ninja throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ninja keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Schullacks's head.
Ninja lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Schullacks controls Ninja momentarily but Ninja frees himself.
Schullacks tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Schullacks controls Ninja momentarily but Ninja frees himself.
Schullacks wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Ninja throwing strikes but missing.
Ninja works over Schullacks with some ground and pound from guard.
Ninja looking to sit in guard and control but Schullacks gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Schullacks wants to control from the top but Ninja keeps moving.
Ninja is looking to stand up but Schullacks isn't so interested in that idea.
Schullacks trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ninja is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T4#
Schullacks trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Ninja working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Schullacks doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Schullacks manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Schullacks drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Schullacks jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ninja looking for a sweep. Not yet Ninja, not yet.
Schullacks passes Ninja's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Ninja actively working from the bottom here.
Ninja pushes Schullacks off looking to stand but Schullacks dives back in and keeps control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ninja keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Schullacks is nestled in close to Ninja, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Schullacks swings for the body but Ninja moves out of range.
Danga de danga de dang - Ninja scores with a four punch combination!
Schullacks uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ninja has time to react.
Schullacks jabs Ninja to the body, keeping him at a distance.#TD#
Ninja shoots in and gets a takedown into Schullacks's guard.
Schullacks wants to sweep but no luck.
Schullacks has control of Ninja's left arm, preventing Ninja from doing any damage.
Ninja working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ninja is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Murilo Ninja overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ninja postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Ninja lands a couple of digs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ninja passes Schullacks's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Ninja working the head and body with strikes.
Schullacks wants to control but Ninja is keeping busy.
Ninja is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T1#
Ninja scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Schullacks trying to control here.
Ninja looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ninja looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ninja thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Schullacks's head.
Schullacks on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Schullacks works his way to full guard. Good work.
Schullacks preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Ninja postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Schullacks pulls Ninja in close to prevent any damage.
Schullacks working a defensive guard here. #T2#
Ninja scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ninja won't allow Schullacks to sweep him here.
Ninja cracks Schullacks with a solid left hand.
Ninja postures up and lands a big shot to Schullacks's brow.
Ninja scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Schullacks looking for a sweep. Not yet Schullacks, not yet.
Ninja landing with the ground and pound.
Schullacks is trying to control the position but Ninja postures up.
Ninja missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Schullacks is on top in guard. #REVB#
Ninja looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Schullacks accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T3#
Schullacks lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ninja keeping moving, preventing Schullacks from controlling successfully.
Schullacks throwing strikes from guard but Ninja blocks nicely.
Schullacks stopping the sweep attempt from Ninja.
Schullacks stands and throws Ninja's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2#
Schullacks is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ninja is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Schullacks tries to advance to mount but Ninja denies him.
Ninja tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Schullacks working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T4#
The ground and pound from Schullacks seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Schullacks wants to control but Ninja is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Schullacks looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ninja is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Schullacks wants to take a breather but Ninja is having none of it.
Ninja wants to improve his position but Schullacks is controlling well.
Schullacks prevents Ninja from standing back up. #SUB2#
Schullacks seems to be working for a kimura but Ninja defends the submission attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
No luck for Ninja with that takedown attempt.
Ninja lands with a cross.
Schullacks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Schullacks takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Ninja staying out of range there.
Schullacks takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jab, jab by Ninja - just one landing.
A lazy left from Schullacks finds it's target.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A looping hook to the body misses from Schullacks. Ninja does a little dance to reset his feet.
Schullacks misses with a body punch
and Ninja counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nice defenses there by Ninja.
A telegraphed right hand from Schullacks misses the target.
Ninja throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Schullacks's waist but Schullacks gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ninja off to one side.
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!
Schullacks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ninja was well out of range. Poor timing from Schullacks.
Some wild striking there from Ninja.
Ninja looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Schullacks is fending him off so far but Ninja persists. Nope, Schullacks circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Murilo Ninja. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Ninja drives through with a takedown into guard. #T1#
Ninja slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Schullacks is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ninja is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schullacks can do to turn this around?
Ninja stopping the sweep attempt from Schullacks.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ninja accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Schullacks working a defensive guard here.
Schullacks looking for a sweep. Not yet Schullacks, not yet.
We've been hearing that Ninja has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Schullacks is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ninja chips away with some ground and pound.
Schullacks keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ninja trying to control but Schullacks is working from the bottom.
Schullacks is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Schullacks keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ninja content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ninja postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Schullacks preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Schullacks pulls Ninja in close to prevent any damage.
Ninja tries to free his leg and advance position but Schullacks is retaining full guard.
Schullacks seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Ninja connects with a couple of short punches.#T3#
Ninja is stalling in the full guard.
Schullacks controlling the position.
Ninja scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ninja showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ninja works over Schullacks with some ground and pound from guard.
Ninja lands a couple of elbows.
Ninja cracks Schullacks with a solid left hand.
Ninja is looking to work some ground and pound but Schullacks has wrist control.
Schullacks wants to sweep but no luck.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Schullacks keeps moving.
Schullacks preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T4#
Ninja trying to control but Schullacks is working from the bottom.
Schullacks controls Ninja momentarily but Ninja frees himself.
Ninja tries to free his leg and advance position but Schullacks is retaining full guard.
Schullacks has Ninja pulled in close to control his posture.
Ninja passes Schullacks's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Vern Schullacks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Murilo Ninja is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ninja prevents Schullacks from improving his position.
Schullacks trying to control but Ninja postures up.
Schullacks on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Ninja prevents Schullacks from improving his position.
Schullacks is trying to control but can't.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Murilo Ninja!
Murilo Ninja managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Altitude Clothing, into his post fight interview.

Event: OFK 262 - Kosmanov Vs Bomstærk
Date: Jan 08, 2023

#R1#
Ninja scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Claw doesn't seem bothered though. #CL#
Ninja clinches with his opponent.
Ninja scores with a hook to the body.
Ninja lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've been hearing reports that Ninja has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ninja leaning against his opponent.
Ninja working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Claw is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Ninja lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Claw.
Claw has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Ninja after a bit of a struggle.
Ninja has a couple of punches blocked by Claw.
Ninja misses with a hook to the ribs.
Claw is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Murilo Ninja has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chief Claw.
Ninja lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD#
Ninja has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Claw is trying to keep an underhook but Ninja manages to get the takedown into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ninja winds up and cracks Claw with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Claw has hold of Ninja's hands but Ninja slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Ninja is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ninja is trying to control the action in half guard but Claw is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ninja lands strikes from half guard.
Claw has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ninja is working away from the top position though.
Claw on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T1#
Ninja lands with a punch from half guard.
Nice strikes from Ninja there. #SUB2#
Claw looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ninja content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Ninja connects with a nice short shot to Claw's temple.
Ninja scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ninja seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Ninja lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ninja drops an elbow to the side of Claw's head.
Claw is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ninja is looking to advance position but Claw won't allow it.
Ninja seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Claw is looking to improve his position. #T2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Ninja working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB2#
Claw looking for submissions off his back.
Ninja looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ninja lands strikes from half guard.
Ninja winds up and cracks Claw with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ninja working Claw over with strikes.
Ninja trying to control from half guard but Claw is working away.
Ninja trying to control the pace.
Ninja landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Ninja is keen to just control but Claw is a slippery customer.
Ninja scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ninja has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Ninja takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Ninja is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ninja looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T3#
Ninja looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ninja lands with a punch from half guard.
Ninja is nestled in close to Claw, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Claw is looking to improve his position.
Ninja wants to free his trapped foot but Claw is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Claw is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Ninja connects with a nice short shot to Claw's temple.
Claw won't allow Ninja to pass to mount.
Ninja with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Ninja slips a nice elbow through Claw's hands, connecting with Claw's forehead.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ninja takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T4#
Ninja winds up and cracks Claw with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB2#
Claw looking for submissions off his back.
Ninja working Claw over with strikes.
Ninja slips a nice elbow through Claw's hands, connecting with Claw's forehead.
Ninja scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ninja lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ninja scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ninja looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Claw with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ninja winds up and cracks Claw with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #ROC#Claw is rocked!
Ninja lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Claw is still in real trouble! Can Ninja finish him?
Ninja landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Ninja is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Claw is hurt! He's hurt bad - Ninja fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Claw from any more punishment! Congratulations to Ninja! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Murilo Ninja!
Murilo Ninja made sure to mention his sponsor, Altitude Clothing in his post fight interview.

Event: OFK 257 - Chrismas Fight Night
Date: Dec 24, 2022

#R1#
Ninja gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Escalante.
Ninja throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Escalante slaps away a takedown attempt from Ninja, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ninja connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Ninja misses with a few strikes there.
Escalante jabs Ninja to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ninja shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Escalante defends it nicely.
Escalante chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Escalante tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ninja is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
A jab lands there for Escalante.
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!
Escalante and Ninja are patiently standing in front of each other looking for an opening. Escalante throws a head kick. It's landed, knocking Ninja into next week! Ooooh that was huge! Escalante knows it - he's on the cage flexing is biceps. That's a bit weird considering he won by kick but whatever.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Vicente Escalante!
Vicente Escalante really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Brooklyn Threads logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: OFK 250 - Okafor Vs Williams
Date: Nov 27, 2022

#R1#
Howard is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Howard throws a body punch but Ninja moves out of range.
Ninja appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD#
Ninja closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Howard quickly recovers to half guard.
Well, if Ninja is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
We've been hearing that Ninja has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Howard moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ninja is fighting to break Howard's control of his arms but Howard is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Howard keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ninja stands and throws Howard's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Ninja lands an elbow. #T1#
Howard seems a little lost for a moment, as Ninja dominates the positioning.
Ninja has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Ninja scores with punches from side control.
Ninja lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Ninja working the head and body with strikes.
Howard manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Howard wants to get back to full guard.
Howard looks winded!
Ninja working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Ninja wants to lay and pray for a moment but Howard keeps working.
Ninja controlling the action here.
Ninja winds up and cracks Howard with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Ninja lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Howard is pressing down on Ninja's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Howard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ninja lands a couple of digs.
Ninja scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ninja scoring with some ground and pound.
Ninja content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ninja not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ninja's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Howard looking for a sweep. Not yet Howard, not yet.
Ninja advances position into side control!#T3#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Ninja working the ground and pound from side control.
Howard on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Ninja scoring with punches and elbows.
Ninja slows the pace down.
Ninja lands some shots froms side control.
Ninja creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Ninja working the head with strikes.
Ninja wants to lay and pray for a moment but Howard keeps working.
Ninja connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Howard some visible discomfort.
Howard sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Ninja lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T4#
Ground and pound from Ninja.
Ninja is nestled in close to Howard, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Ninja trying to control the pace.
Ninja winds up and cracks Howard with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Ninja seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Howard does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Howard is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ninja looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ninja lands a nice short elbow.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice strikes from Ninja there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Ninja throws a jab when Howard was well out of range.
Ninja thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ninja lands a glancing blow to the side of Howard's head.#TD#
Ninja shoots in and bounces Howard off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Howard has his foot on Ninja's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ninja works his way back into a safe position though.
Ninja landing with the ground and pound.
Howard wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Ninja lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Ninja looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Howard is breathing heavily.#T1#
Ninja scoring with some ground and pound.
Ninja works over Howard with some ground and pound from guard.
Howard is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ninja lands a couple of digs.
Ninja passes Howard's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Ninja is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Howard can do to turn this around?
Ninja looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Howard with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Ninja wants to pass to mount but Howard is defending the position.
Ninja scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ninja winds up and cracks Howard with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Howard is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ninja scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ninja looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ninja frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Howard is bucking up trying to escape but Ninja cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Ninja is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Howard tries to reverse the position but Ninja maintains control.
Ninja scores with a couple of good head shots there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ninja scoring with strikes but Howard is staying in there. #ROC#Howard is rocked!
Howard is bucking up trying to escape but Ninja cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Howard is still in real trouble! Can Ninja finish him?
Howard takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! Ninja's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Murilo Ninja!
An out of breath and clearly excited Murilo Ninja thanked Altitude Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: OFK243 Byczkiewicz Vs Williams
Date: Nov 05, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Bizihwaeile closes the distance and clinches.
Bizihwaeile is struggling to control the position.
A head punch on the inside from Ninja fails to land.
Bizihwaeile is stalling here.
Bizihwaeile goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ninja prevents a body shot from Bizihwaeile.
Ninja blocks a body shot from Bizihwaeile.
Ninja has Bizihwaeile pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bizihwaeile manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Bizihwaeile gets underhooks to prevent Ninja's takedown attempt.
Bizihwaeile tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bizihwaeile tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ninja's elbow.
Bizihwaeile lands a shot to the body.
Ninja scores with a shoulder strike.
Bizihwaeile misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Bizihwaeile gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Murilo Ninja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bizihwaeile tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bizihwaeile tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ninja's elbow.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ninja.
Bizihwaeile tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Ninja fails to land.
Bizihwaeile presses Ninja against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Ninja is breathing heavily.#T1#
A bit of stalling here from Bizihwaeile.
Ninja lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bizihwaeile misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bizihwaeile lands with a left to the head.
Bizihwaeile is stalling here.
Bizihwaeile is leaning against Ninja and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Ninja prevents a body shot from Bizihwaeile.
Ninja blocks a body shot from Bizihwaeile.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Bizihwaeile struggles to land a body shot inside as Ninja controls his hands.
Bizihwaeile controlling the action here for a moment.
Bizihwaeile blocks an uppercut.
Ninja working aggressively here.
Bizihwaeile lands an uppercut.
Ninja throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
A hook to the body from Ninja.
Bizihwaeile blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The referee is keeping an eye on Bizihwaeile - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Bizihwaeile goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bizihwaeile struggles to land a body shot inside as Ninja controls his hands.
Bizihwaeile doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ninja tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ninja lands a nice uppercut.
Ninja blocks a body shot from Bizihwaeile.
Ninja takes a shot 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!
Ninja lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bizihwaeile backwards.
Bizihwaeile pushes Ninja back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ninja is trying to maintain a safe position but Bizihwaeile gets an underhook and turns Ninja into the cage.
Ninja managing to block the knees to the body from Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile pressing his opponent against the cage.
Ninja blocks a body shot from Bizihwaeile.
Ninja stalling in the clinch. #T3#
Bizihwaeile lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ninja.
Ninja swings wildly with an uppercut but Bizihwaeile uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ninja letting Bizihwaeile take a breather here.
Ninja lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Bizihwaeile is trying to maintain a safe position but Ninja gets an underhook and turns Bizihwaeile into the cage.
Ninja lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bizihwaeile tries to throw a body punch but Ninja avoids it by throwing Bizihwaeile back against the cage.
Ninja lands with a right to the head.
Bizihwaeile cracks Ninja with a nice body shot.
Bizihwaeile is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Ninja stalls.
Bizihwaeile tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ninja tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bizihwaeile's elbow.
Ninja is trying to drag Bizihwaeile to the mat but Bizihwaeile just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Nice body punch from Ninja - that landed with a thud. #T4#
Ninja tries to stall but Bizihwaeile uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Ninja misses with a punch to the body.
Bizihwaeile tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right from Ninja.
Bizihwaeile tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ninja throws a punch but it's blocked by Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ninja's elbow.
Bizihwaeile misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ninja misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bizihwaeile content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Bizihwaeile lands a body punch.
Bizihwaeile presses Ninja against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bizihwaeile misses with a body punch.
Good body shot from Bizihwaeile.
A short right from Bizihwaeile on the inside.
Ninja misses with a punch to the body.
Bizihwaeile lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bizihwaeile can't find room to land a body shot as Ninja controls the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Feaqeuin Bizihwaeile dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##CL2#
Bizihwaeile moves into the clinch.
Bizihwaeile misses with a hook to the ribs.
Good body shot from Ninja.
Ninja goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ninja can't find room to land a body shot as Bizihwaeile controls the action.
Bizihwaeile goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bizihwaeile just leaning against Ninja, taking a breather.
Ninja manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Feaqeuin Bizihwaeile seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Bizihwaeile scores with a shoulder strike.
Bizihwaeile tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A body shot lands from Ninja.
Ninja 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.
Bizihwaeile is leaning against Ninja and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bizihwaeile has Ninja pressed against the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bizihwaeile presses Ninja against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Ninja prevents a body shot from Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
Ninja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ninja has a couple of punches blocked by Bizihwaeile.
Ninja working aggressively here.
Bizihwaeile is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Bizihwaeile is working Ninja over against the cage.
Ninja misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bizihwaeile goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bizihwaeile can't find room to land a body shot as Ninja controls the action.
The referee calls for Bizihwaeile to work.
Ninja has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bizihwaeile after a bit of a struggle.
Bizihwaeile lands a body shot.
Bizihwaeile has Ninja pushed against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Bizihwaeile makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bizihwaeile is pushing Ninja up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Bizihwaeile struggles to land a body shot inside as Ninja controls his hands. #T2#
Bizihwaeile tries to throw a body punch but Ninja avoids it by throwing Bizihwaeile back against the cage.
Ninja throws a head punch that misses.
Ninja misses with some punches.
Bizihwaeile'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.
Bizihwaeile lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ninja prevents a body shot from Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile blocking some punches.
Bizihwaeile taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Bizihwaeile presses Ninja against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bizihwaeile tries a body shot but Ninja blocks it.
Ninja tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bizihwaeile's elbow.
Bizihwaeile throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bizihwaeile lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bizihwaeile has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bizihwaeile gets through Ninja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bizihwaeile scores with a hook to the body.
Ninja being controlled against the cage.#T3#
Bizihwaeile lands a body punch.
Bizihwaeile misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bizihwaeile scores with a hook to the body.
Bizihwaeile dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Bizihwaeile as the two fighters clinch.
Bizihwaeile tries to work over Ninja's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Good body shot from Bizihwaeile.
Ninja blocks a body shot from Bizihwaeile.
Ninja misses with the head strike.
Bizihwaeile tries a body shot but Ninja blocks it.
Ninja looking to stall.
Bizihwaeile goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bizihwaeile tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bizihwaeile lands a left hand.
Ninja blocks a body shot from Bizihwaeile. #T4#
Bizihwaeile working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ninja is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Bizihwaeile softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bizihwaeile gets through Ninja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bizihwaeile misses with a body punch.
Bizihwaeile blocking some punches.
Bizihwaeile blocks a body shot from Ninja.
Nice body punch from Bizihwaeile - that landed with a thud.
Bizihwaeile is struggling to control the position.
Bizihwaeile throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ninjas head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bizihwaeile is working Ninja over against the cage.
Bizihwaeile stalling.
Bizihwaeile misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ninja is looking to take this one to the mat.
Bizihwaeile tries to work over Ninja's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bizihwaeile lands a body punch in the clinch.
Bizihwaeile misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Feaqeuin Bizihwaeile showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Ninja gets tackled into the cage by Bizihwaeile. Bizihwaeile maintains the clinch.
Bizihwaeile tries a body shot but Ninja blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bizihwaeile.
Ninja lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bizihwaeile.
Ninja struggles to land a body shot inside as Bizihwaeile controls his hands.
Ninja throws a head punch that misses.
Ninja looking to slow down the pace here.
Bizihwaeile misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bizihwaeile lands a right hand.
Bizihwaeile blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bizihwaeile lands a right hand.
Ninja prevents a body shot from Bizihwaeile.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bizihwaeile misses with a punch to the body.
Ninja can't find room to land a body shot as Bizihwaeile controls the action.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bizihwaeile struggles to land a body shot inside as Ninja controls his hands.
A short left from Bizihwaeile.
Ninja blocks a body shot from Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bizihwaeile dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#T1#
Ninja changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Bizihwaeile fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL2#
Bizihwaeile gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Nice body punch from Bizihwaeile - that landed with a thud.
A short uppercut from Bizihwaeile. #ROC2#Ninja is rocked!
Ninja letting Bizihwaeile take a breather here.
Oh Ninja is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Bizihwaeile as Ninja tries to tie him up.
A right hand to the body from Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile digs a right hand underneath Ninja's ribcage. Ninja let out a lung full of air as it connected.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bizihwaeile creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Ninja with a big uppercut! Ninja tries to clinch up but Bizihwaeile pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Ninja to the mat! Ninja covers up and Bizihwaeile unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Feaqeuin Bizihwaeile!
During a confident post fight interview, Feaqeuin Bizihwaeile thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: OFK 238 -
Date: Oct 16, 2022

#R1#
Drake throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Drake lands with a good body shot.#CL#
Ninja has Drake up against the cage in a clinch.
Drake lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ninja tries for a takedown but Drake manages to get underhooks.
We've been hearing reports that Ninja has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ninja keeps control of Drake as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Drake prevents a body shot from Ninja.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC2#
Drake breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Drake just misses with a punch to the body.
Drake getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Murilo Ninja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Ninja has taken the fight to the clinch.
Ninja misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ninja has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Drake after a bit of a struggle.
Drake blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ninja misses with a hook from the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Drake. #T1#
A head punch on the inside from Drake fails to land.
Come on Ninja - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Drake lands a left hand.
Ninja misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ninja misses with the head strike.
Ninja misses with some punches.
Ninja is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Drake gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Murilo Ninja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ninja is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Drake pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC2#
Drake breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ninja ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Drake moves away.
Drake lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #TD#
Ninja feints and as Drake raises his hands in defense, Ninja changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Drake working a defensive guard here.
Drake tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ninja throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Drake works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Drake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Drake is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Drake keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ninja missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ninja looking to sit in guard and control but Drake gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Drake must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Drake is working Ninja over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Drake missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ninja might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Drake avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ninja managing to control the position. #T3#
Drake trying to control but Ninja is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Drake with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Drake is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Drake won't allow Ninja to sweep him here.
Drake controlling from the top position.
Ninja is looking to stand up but Drake isn't so interested in that idea.
Drake postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Drake stopping the sweep attempt from Ninja.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Ninja is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Drake is controlling him.
Ninja can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Drake controls the pace.
Drake lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ninja is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Drake is controlling him.
Ninja looking for a sweep. Not yet Ninja, not yet.
Drake postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Drake slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Drake postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ninja looking for a sweep. Not yet Ninja, not yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bobby Drake dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Ninja takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#CL#
Ninja clinches.
A short body shot lands from Ninja as the two fighters clinch.
Ninja has a couple of punches blocked by Drake.
A nice right hand lands inside from Drake.
Ninja misses with a punch to the body.
Drake is trying to break the clinch but Ninja is controlling him.
Ninja lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Drake has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC2#
Drake breaks the clinch.
Drake misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ninja.
Ninja tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Drake connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Drake throws a body shot but no joy.
Ninja connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT#It looks like Bobby Drake has been cut.
Ninja keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ninja shoots and misses
and Drake counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
A big left from Drake misses.
A left lands for Ninja.
Drake keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Ninja shoots in looking for a takedown. Drake tries to sprawl out of it but Ninja keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Drake manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Drake jabs Ninja to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ninja dives in for a single leg takedown but Drake sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Murilo Ninja. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Drake's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Drake misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Drake cracks a nice hook into Ninja's ribs.
Ninja tries to clinch but Drake moves out of range.
Drake digs a good hook to Ninja's body.
The fighters circling - Ninja throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Drake fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ninja misses with a takedown attempt
and Drake counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Drake lands a body shot.
A cross from Drake lands.
You can follow us on Twitter at...Ooooooh Ninja got wobbled bad by a big combination! Drake presses forward with punches and knees until Ninja stumbles to the ground! The ref watches Ninja closely before deciding to step in and end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bobby Drake!

Event: OFK 231 - De Geno Vs Alcala
Date: Sep 24, 2022

#R1#
Schullacks swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Ninja counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ninja cracks Schullacks with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Ninja misses with a body shot. #TD2#
Ninja shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Ninja is looking to work some ground and pound but Schullacks has wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schullacks is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Schullacks looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Schullacks is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB#
Schullacks seems to be looking for submissions.
Ninja looks like he's trying to stand up.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ninja has hold of Schullacks's hands but Schullacks slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Schullacks thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T1#
Ninja manages to get to full guard.
Schullacks connects with a couple of short punches.
Ninja wants to stand up but Schullacks is controlling him.
Schullacks is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Schullacks preventing the sweep.
Ninja keeping full guard, as Schullacks tries to pass.
Schullacks wants to control from the top but Ninja keeps moving.
Ninja wants to stand and escape but Schullacks is having none of it.
Ninja looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Schullacks stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ninja swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ninja wants to stand but Schullacks is controlling the position. #T2#
Schullacks passes into half guard.
Schullacks sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ninja defending well though.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Ninja pushes Schullacks off looking to stand but Schullacks dives back in and keeps control.
Schullacks looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Schullacks is looking to take a break and control but Ninja is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Schullacks prevents Ninja from standing back up. #SUB#
Schullacks is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Schullacks is looking to take a break and control but Ninja is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Schullacks missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3#
Ninja is trying to stand up here but Schullacks is controlling him well.
Schullacks sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Schullacks thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Ninja's head.
Schullacks takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Schullacks wants to control but Ninja is keeping him busy.
Ninja pushes Schullacks off looking to stand but Schullacks dives back in and keeps control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Ninja lands a nice shot to the body.
Schullacks just misses with a punch to the body.
Schullacks seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Schullacks drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Schullacks throws a hook to the side of Ninja's head but Ninja sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Schullacks misses with a looping right.
A little jabbing left from Ninja on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ninja shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Schullacks sprawls well. Schullacks wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Ninja gets slowly back to his feet.
Schullacks scores with a jab. Ninja acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T4#
Ninja throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Schullacks stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ninja changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Schullacks misses with a wild body shot.
Schullacks slips a straight right by Ninja.
Ninja cracks Schullacks with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
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!
Nice defenses there by Ninja.
Ninja looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ninja throws out a powerful jab.
Schullacks will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD2#
Schullacks gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Schullacks preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Schullacks is trying to control the position but Ninja postures up.
Ninja is in close to Schullacks's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Schullacks controls Ninja momentarily but Ninja frees himself.
Schullacks looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ninja is one step ahead there.
Ninja looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Good standup being displayed there by Ninja as he connects with a hook.
Schullacks keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Schullacks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ninja shoots in but no luck this time.
Schullacks attempts a counter takedown but Ninja avoids it well and moves away.
Schullacks loads up on a big right hand but Ninja slips the punch.
Ninja swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ninja has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Ninja fails with a takedown attempt.
Vern Schullacks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.
Ninja connects with a nice looking jab.
Schullacks lands a nice shot that snaps Ninja's head back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja works Schullacks's body with a nice hook.
Schullacks lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Schullacks shoots for a takedown but Ninja saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ninja shoots in but Schullacks avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Schullacks takes a swing at Ninja's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Schullacks throws a hook but Ninja blocks it.
Ninja scores with a jab. Schullacks acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Schullacks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It seemed like Ninja was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Schullacks gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Schullacks lands with a cross.
Ninja lands with a straight right. Schullacks didn't see that one coming.#TD2#
Ninja bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Schullacks is looking to regain half guard here but Ninja keeps moving and retains side control.
Murilo Ninja has got the better of the ground game so far.
You can see the frustration on Schullacks's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ninja creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ninja slows the pace down.
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but Schullacks is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Schullacks takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#T2#
Schullacks is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Schullacks is trying to control Ninja's posture but Ninja avoids it.
Ninja taking a breather here.
Ninja trying to control the position but Schullacks is working away.
Ninja scores with a couple of short elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ninja works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Ninja landing a few strikes.
Ninja working the ground and pound.
Schullacks is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Who's going to make the next move?#T3#
Ninja is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Schullacks will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Ninja trying to control the position but Schullacks is working away.
Ninja working away.
Schullacks is looking to regain half guard here but Ninja keeps moving and retains side control.
Ninja lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Schullacks down.
Schullacks is looking for a sweep.
Ninja landing a few strikes.
Ninja scores with a couple of short elbows.
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but Schullacks is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ninja has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4#
Schullacks tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ninja wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Ninja lands a nice forearm strike.
Ninja in side control lands a decent elbow.
Ninja lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Schullacks is trying to control Ninja's posture but Ninja avoids it.
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but Schullacks is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ninja might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Schullacks haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Schullacks gets back to half guard.
Schullacks is looking to control Ninja's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Schullacks avoid being mounted?
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Ninja fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#TD#
Schullacks closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Ninja to the mat! Ninja manages to get full guard.
Ninja is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Schullacks trying to control the position from guard on top but Ninja is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schullacks won't allow Ninja to get back to his feet.
Schullacks scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Schullacks stopping the sweep attempt from Ninja.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet but Schullacks is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schullacks pushes down on Ninja's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ninja pushes Schullacks off looking to stand but Schullacks dives back in and keeps control.
Schullacks not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T1#
Schullacks stops Ninja from getting back to his feet.
Schullacks not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Schullacks trying to control from half guard but Ninja is working away.
Schullacks keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ninja has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Schullacks is working for a submission of some sort.
Ninja pushes Schullacks off looking to stand but Schullacks dives back in and keeps control. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Schullacks looks to throw the jab but Ninja is out of range. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Ninja defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Schullacks.
Schullacks walks into a jab.
Ninja punishes Schullacks's body with a nice straight punch.
Ninja tries to bum rush Schullacks with a series of wild strikes but Schullacks uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Schullacks changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Schullacks comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ninja swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Schullacks throws a hook but Ninja blocks it.
Ninja changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Ninja throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ninja shoots in and drives through. Schullacks sprawls well.
Ninja takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ninja keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Schullacks bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ninja's head backwards.
Ninja lands with a cross. #TD2#
Ninja throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Schullacks tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Ninja is in Schullacks's guard.
Schullacks has his hands on Ninja's head, controlling the position.
Ninja postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Schullacks pulls Ninja in close to prevent any damage. #T3#
Ninja is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ninja keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Schullacks's head.
Schullacks wants to sweep but no luck.
Ninja lands a couple of elbows.
Ninja is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ninja with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ninja controlling from the top position.
Schullacks controls Ninja momentarily but Ninja frees himself.
Ninja preventing the sweep. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ninja lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Schullacks is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ninja is aware though and is defending well.
Schullacks trying to keep a closed guard but Ninja is proving a slippery customer.
Schullacks is really struggling to control Ninja but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Murilo Ninja is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Ninja chips away with some ground and pound.
Vern Schullacks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ninja scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ninja stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Schullacks swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ninja won't allow Schullacks to sweep him here.
Schullacks keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Schullacks has momentary wrist control but Ninja slips an elbow through the middle.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Murilo Ninja!
Murilo Ninja took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Altitude Clothing for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: OFK 223 - Do Urden Vs Barnes
Date: Aug 27, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Cruz manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ninja on his heels. He'll look to pass Ninja's guard now, I'm sure.
Ninja keeping full guard, as Cruz tries to pass.
Cruz postures up.
Ninja is really struggling to control Cruz but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Cruz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ninja is keeping the position for now.
Ninja wants to sweep but no luck.
Ninja is looking to stand up but Cruz isn't so interested in that idea.
Ninja keeping full guard, as Cruz tries to pass.
Cruz trying to control the position from guard on top but Ninja is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruz forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Cruz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Cruz stalling. #T1#
Ninja regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ninja wants to stand but Cruz is controlling the position.
Cruz passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Ninja wants to control but Cruz postures up.
Ninja is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Cruz is working to tighten his grip on Ninja's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Ninja has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Cruz is really squeezing tight and eventually Ninja passes out! Cruz breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Ricardo Cruz!

Event: OFK 210 - Mad Onion Vs Cooper
Date: Jul 10, 2022

#R1#
Kelly buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Ninja closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kelly is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
The referee is keeping an eye on Ninja - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Kelly tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Ninja misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Kelly breaks from the clinch.
Ninja misses with a takedown attempt - Kelly sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Ninja throws a right hand that Kelly ducks under and follows up with a left that Kelly also avoids with ease.
Kelly uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ninja.
A clash of legs there as Ninja blocks the low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Ninja avoids the body shot from Kelly.
Kelly lands with a cross.
Kelly misses with a hook. Ninja ducked under it nicely.
Ninja tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kelly 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.
Kelly scores with a hook to the body. Ninja takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T1#
Ninja cracks a nice hook into Kelly's ribs.
Good shot there by Kelly.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kelly swats away the attempt to clinch by Ninja.
Kelly is looking to counter punch.
Ninja tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kelly swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kelly walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CUT2#It looks like Pat Kelly has been cut.
Ninja throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kelly stuffs the takedown attempt from Ninja. Ninja gets slowly back to his feet.
Ninja uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kelly.
Ninja doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ninja rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kelly connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ninja fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kelly seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Pat Kelly has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.
Kelly scores with a nice strike.
Kelly moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kelly, as that shot connected.
Murilo Ninja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ninja swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kelly.
Kelly steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ninja.
A little feinted left hand from Kelly on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2##CL#
Kelly closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kelly looking to stall.
Ninja lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ninja has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kelly is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Ninja working aggressively here.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Kelly takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Ninja swings wildly with an uppercut but Kelly uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ninja lands an uppercut.
Kelly blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kelly goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ninja's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kelly is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Ninja wants to take the fight to the mat but Kelly manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC#
Kelly's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ninja fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kelly avoids it really well and circles away.
Kelly circles away from the clinch attempt. #T3##CL#
Kelly clinches.
Kelly blocking some punches.
Ninja tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ninja misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kelly can't find room to land a body shot as Ninja controls the action.
Ninja lands with a short shot to the head.
Ninja is looking to take this one to the mat.
Kelly blocks a body shot from Ninja.
Ninja doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kelly stalling the fight. #TD2#
Ninja gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Kelly is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ninja scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ninja prevents Kelly from improving his position.
Kelly trying to control but Ninja postures up.
Kelly has hold of Ninja's hands but Ninja slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Ninja is just content to waste time from the top position. Kelly takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T4##SUB#
Kelly is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ninja is aware though and is defending well.
Kelly keeping full guard, as Ninja tries to pass.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Kelly is trying to keep Ninja in close.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Ninja throwing strikes but missing.
Kelly is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Ninja got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kelly has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ninja has managed to get both his arms back between Kelly's legs - danger averted.
Ninja slips nicely into half guard.
Kelly wants to improve his position but Ninja is controlling well.
Ninja is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Pat Kelly will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Pat Kelly's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Ninja blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Ninja is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Ninja throws a head punch that misses.
Ninja drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kelly manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Ninja makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja has Kelly pushed against the cage.
Ninja goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD2#
Ninja is trying to trip Kelly. He has hold of a leg but Kelly is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Ninja persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Ninja has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Kelly is looking for a triangle but Ninja pushes his legs off easily. #T1#
Kelly bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ninja's guard. #REVR#
Ninja preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kelly is working Ninja over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kelly trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kelly trying to control the position from guard on top but Ninja is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kelly trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Murilo Ninja has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kelly passes Ninja's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Kelly works his foot free and advances to mount.
Ninja is desperately trying to improve his position but Kelly has a good base and remains in mount.#T2#
Ninja holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Kelly tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Ninja is trying desperately to improve position.
Poor strikes thrown by Kelly there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Kelly unloads with some shots from mount but Ninja bucks and avoids them well.
Kelly connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Ninja tries to hold on but Kelly postures up.
Ninja trying desperately to get to his feet.
Kelly lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Ninja hang on?
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!
Kelly lands a couple of good shots and Ninja has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#T3##SUB#
Kelly working for a choke but Ninja is defending well.
Ninja is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Kelly trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Kelly missing with punches from the back.
Ninja rolls, trying to escape but Kelly keeps control of the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kelly lands strikes to the head.
Ninja tries to break free.
Kelly biding his time, looking for the opening.
A lull in the action here. #T4#
Ninja tries to escape but Kelly has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Kelly is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Kelly gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Kelly gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Kelly apologises and we restart here on the feet.
Kelly takes a swing at Ninja's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Kelly clinches.
Kelly wants to break the clinch but can't.
Ninja tries a body shot but Kelly blocks it.
Kelly takes a shot to the head.
Ninja misses with a punch to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ninja.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ninja creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice 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!
Kelly gets underhooks to prevent Ninja's takedown attempt.
Ninja misses with some punches.
Kelly swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kelly tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ninja's elbow.
Kelly blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pat Kelly dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Pat Kelly's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Ninja looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
It looked like Kelly wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ninja tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kelly sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Ninja somewhat.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kelly darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kelly scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ninja in his tracks.
Ninja avoids the body shot from Kelly.
Ninja tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kelly swats away the attempt to clinch by Ninja.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ninja or perhaps it was just good defense by Kelly, which made it look bad.
Pat Kelly has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ninja or perhaps it was just good defense by Kelly, which made it look bad.
Kelly is looking to land body kicks.
Ninja walks into a stiff left hand from Kelly.
Ninja takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T1#
Ninja shoots in but Kelly avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kelly's corner calls for a 1-2. Kelly obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ninja tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kelly manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kelly swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ninja.
Kelly moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Ninja shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kelly pinned against the cage. Kelly gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ninja moves out of range of the strikes.
Ninja wants to clinch up but Kelly keeps it at a distance.
Ninja looks to clinch
and Kelly makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Ninja changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kelly tries to avoid it but Ninja manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kelly to the ground. Kelly escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ninja takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ninja closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kelly circles away.
Pat Kelly is winning the standup battle so far.
Kelly scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kelly misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ninja.
Kelly misses with a series of wild punches. #T2#
Kelly connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ninja fails with the takedown.
Kelly lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#ROC#Ninja is rocked!
Kelly pounces like a tiger and cracks Ninja with a vicious hook! Ninja is down but not out! Kelly follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Pat Kelly!

Event: OFK 203 - Jahouli Vs Kelly
Date: Jun 18, 2022

#R1#
Komua loads up on a big right hand but Ninja slips the punch.#TD#
Ninja dives in and scores a takedown into Komua's guard.
Ninja stopping the sweep attempt from Komua.
Ninja stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Komua swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ninja throws an elbow that misses. Komua uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Ninja's guard. Nice move by Komua!#REVB#
Ninja looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ninja might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ninja is controlling Komua's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Komua won't allow Ninja to get back to his feet. #SU2#
Komua stands up from Ninja's guard - Komua perhaps looking for a knockout. #T1#
Komua misses with an uppercut.
A punch lands to the side of Ninja 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ninja ducks under a wild hook from Komua.
Komua misses with a straight right.
Ninja throws a body punch but Komua moves out of range.
Ninja tries for a takedown but Komua sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Ninja bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ninja drops his hands momentarily and Komua takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Ninja displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Komua throws out the jab.
Komua scores with a decent looking hook.
A big left from Komua misses.
As Komua tries to get set, Ninja tries to push him back and clinch up but Komua manages to avoid the attempt.
Ninja shoots in for a double leg but Komua sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Ninja looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Murilo Ninja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ninja takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #ROC2#Ninja is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Komua fakes the body blow, causing Ninja to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Ninja goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Samson Komua!
Samson Komua seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: OFK 191 - Kelly Vs Wanker
Date: May 07, 2022

#R1#
Komua throws a looping overhand right but Ninja ducks down to avoid it.
Ninja tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Komua swivels and escapes.
Ninja lands with a nice body punch.
Komua throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Ninja on the side of the head.
Komua scores with a punch to the head.
Ninja works the jab nicely.
Ninja avoids the body shot from Komua.
Ninja attempts a counter takedown but Komua avoids it well and moves away.
Ninja fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Komua looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ninja goes for a double leg but Komua avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Komua continues to drive forward.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ninja.
Komua blocks a punch to the side of the head. #TD#
Ninja has picked Komua up - he's going for a ride! Ninja dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ninja throwing shots but Komua is blocking nicely.
Ninja throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Ninja not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Ninja prevents Komua from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Ninja thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Ninja trying to control the action but Komua is working from the bottom.
Ninja seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ninja is trying to control. Komua wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ninja with the ground and pound but Komua uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Ninja cracks Komua with a solid left hand.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Komua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ninja's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T2#
Ninja connects with a couple of short punches.
Ninja throwing strikes but missing.
Ninja showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Komua looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Komua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ninja slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Komua working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ninja. #T3#
Ninja is working Komua over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ninja looking to sit in guard and control but Komua gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SU2#
Komua stands and steps away. Ninja gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Ninja slips under a jab.
Ninja keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Komua.
Komua just misses with a punch to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Komua lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Komua fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Komua works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Ninja drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Komua lands a nice shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Komua throws a jab when Ninja was well out of range.
Komua connects with a crisp jab.
Komua misses with a hook.
Nice defenses there by Ninja.
Ninja throws a series of strikes that have Komua backpedaling. #CUT#It looks like Samson Komua has been cut.#T4#
Ninja with a jab.#ROC#Komua is rocked!
Komua tries to get into range but Ninja steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Komua! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Ninja scores the big KO victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Murilo Ninja!
Murilo Ninja really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Altitude Clothing logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: OFK 184 - Sight Vs Kelly
Date: Apr 10, 2022

#R1#
Ninja avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ninja takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Phoenix scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#TD2#
Ninja throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Phoenix was covering up waiting for the punch and Ninja finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Phoenix tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ninja working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Ninja working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Phoenix preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Ninja pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Phoenix is keeping the position for now.
Phoenix pulls Ninja in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja works over Phoenix with some ground and pound from guard.
Ninja trying to control but Phoenix is working from the bottom. #T1#
Ninja working some strikes from top position.
Ninja tries to free his leg and advance position but Phoenix is retaining full guard.
Phoenix keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja throws a big right hand that misses.
Ninja working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ninja is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Phoenix keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ninja must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ninja controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
Phoenix keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Ninja throws a hook to the side of Phoenix's head but Phoenix sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The fighters circling - Phoenix throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ninja misses with a body punch
and Phoenix counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Phoenix misses the body punch
enabling Ninja to counter with a crisp jab.
Ninja misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Phoenix.
Phoenix was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Blake Phoenix is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Phoenix defending well as Ninja loads up on a big left hand. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Phoenix enables Ninja to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Phoenix manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Ninja trying to control but Phoenix is working from the bottom.
Ninja throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Phoenix works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Phoenix utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ninja missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ninja trying to control but Phoenix is working from the bottom.
Ninja in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Ninja pushing down on Phoenix's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ninja working the head and body with strikes.
Ninja working Phoenix over with strikes.
Ninja missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Ninja lands strikes from half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ninja thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Phoenix is staying active underneath Ninja, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
Ninja lands strikes from half guard.
Ninja thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Phoenix's head.
Ninja thows a huge punch but Phoenix dodges it nicely.
Ninja is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Ninja trying to control from half guard but Phoenix is working away.
Phoenix is trying to control but can't.
Ninja thows a huge punch but Phoenix dodges it nicely.
Ninja is just content to waste time from the top position. Phoenix takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ninja accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Phoenix is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Ninja will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #CL2#
Ninja gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Ninja misses with a short punch on the inside.
Phoenix lands a body shot in the clinch.
Phoenix lands with a left to the head.
Ninja is trying to drag Phoenix to the mat but Phoenix just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Phoenix struggles to land a body shot inside as Ninja controls his hands.
The referee calls for Ninja to work. #BC#
Phoenix breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Ninja shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Phoenix's guard.
Ninja postures up in Phoenix's guard and throws a big left but Phoenix blocks it.
Ninja postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Murilo Ninja has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ninja works over Phoenix with some ground and pound from guard.#T1#
Phoenix keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Phoenix manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ninja manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Phoenix prevents Ninja from getting back to his feet.
Ninja is wriggling around but Phoenix manages to pass to half guard.
Ninja is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ninja wants to control but Phoenix is keeping busy. #T2#
Ninja wants to get back to his feet.
Ninja is looking to control Phoenix's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ninja avoid being mounted?
Phoenix is trying to control the action in half guard but Ninja is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ninja is looking to improve his position.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Ninja dives in and grabs Phoenix's left leg, looking for a takedown. Phoenix pushes down on Ninja's head and hops out.
Ninja keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Phoenix. Ninja does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ninja has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ninja scores with a jab.
Phoenix gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Ninja will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Blake Phoenix has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.#TD2#
Ninja shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Phoenix is trying to defend but Ninja finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Ninja throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Phoenix to regain full guard.
Ninja missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ninja stays in close to Phoenix's body and controls the position.
Phoenix wants to sweep here but Ninja controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Ninja throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ninja is looking to work some ground and pound but Phoenix has wrist control.
Phoenix keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja is working Phoenix over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ninja trying to control but Phoenix is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ninja throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ninja is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Phoenix's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Ninja misses with a takedown #CL#
and Phoenix counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #BC#
Phoenix breaks the clinch.
Phoenix shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Ninja tries to clinch but Phoenix moves out of range.
Phoenix throws a series of punches but Ninja moves out of range.
Phoenix defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Ninja.
Ninja bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Phoenix's head.
Ninja keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Phoenix cracks Ninja with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Ninja jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Phoenix wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A swing and a miss from Ninja.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Phoenix throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ninja! But no joy.#TD2#
Ninja changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Phoenix looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but Phoenix is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ninja fails to land a wild elbow strike. #T1#
Sloppy strikes there by Ninja.
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but Phoenix is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Phoenix parries the strikes from Ninja easily there. Ninja is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Phoenix to escape.
Blake Phoenix has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Ninja looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Phoenix is avoiding damage well.
Phoenix takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Phoenix tries to improve position but can't.
Ninja looks up at the clock and then as Phoenix takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Ninja smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Ninja throws an elbow but Phoenix slips to the side and avoids it well.
Ninja tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Ninja trying to control the action but Phoenix is working from the bottom.
Ninja lands a few punches from side control.#T3#
Ninja advances to full mount.
Ninja lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Phoenix hang on?
Ninja working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Phoenix wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Ninja.
Ninja thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ninja lands a heavy elbow.
The referee warns Phoenix that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Ninja fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there! #T4#
Ninja tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The referee warns Phoenix that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Ninja lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Phoenix hang on?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Phoenix is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
A nice elbow there by Ninja.
Murilo Ninja is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Ninja looking to control but Phoenix is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ninja is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Phoenix can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Ninja with a couple of short strikes.
Ninja breaks from Phoenix's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Ninja is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Phoenix can't stay in a position like this for much longer.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Murilo Ninja!
After the big win, Murilo Ninja made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Altitude Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: OFK 177 - Jahouli Vs Cosby
Date: Mar 19, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Ninja has closed the distance and engaged McFly in a clinch. #TD2#
Ninja tightens his grip and picks McFly up, before dumping him to the ground. McFly manages to land in guard.
Ninja throws a big elbow that misses.
McFly keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McFly is controlling Ninja's posture.
Ninja has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ninja throws a big right hand that misses.
Ninja is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
McFly preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ninja throws a strike but McFly rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Ninja wants to stand and escape but McFly is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
McFly trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McFly is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Ninja is looking to stand up but McFly isn't so interested in that idea.
McFly forces his way into half guard.
Well, if McFly is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Ninja pushes McFly off looking to stand but McFly dives back in and keeps control. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ninja is looking for a sweep. McFly is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
McFly stops Ninja from getting back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
McFly moves away from the strike by Ninja.
McFly tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ninja drops down looking to force a counter takedown but McFly defends it well.#CL2#
Ninja forces McFly back against the cage and clinches.
Ninja throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ninja.
I was talking to McFly's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Ninja avoiding damage. #TD2#
Ninja is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. McFly can't fight it off and eventually Ninja manages to take the fight to the floor. McFly looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
McFly working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ninja.
Ninja missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
McFly wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Ninja with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ninja missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ninja wants to control from the top but McFly keeps moving.
McFly trying to control the position here.
McFly utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Ninja pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McFly is keeping the position for now.
Ninja won't allow McFly to sweep him here.
Ninja controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ninja accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ninja pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McFly is keeping the position for now.
Ninja showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McFly is looking to clinch but Ninja is avoiding it.
Ninja scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ninja gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and McFly counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ninja is defended easily by McFly.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
McFly tries to clinch but Ninja moves out of range.
McFly connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ninja momentarily. #TD2#
Ninja shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Murilo Ninja has got the better of the ground game so far.
McFly tries to roll over but Ninja keeps him under control.
Ninja lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ninja throwing shots but McFly is blocking nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja is stalling here. McFly is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Ninja seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and McFly has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Ninja is looking to reverse the position.#T1#
Ninja wants to get back to his feet.
McFly will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
McFly wants to control but Ninja is keeping him busy.
Ninja is pushing McFly's head away, looking to escape. McFly manages to hold on to the position though.
Ninja tries to buck McFly off but McFly is having none of it.
Ninja struggling a bit here.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ninja is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ninja is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, McFly asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Ninja is looking for a sweep.#T3#
McFly wants to control but Ninja is keeping him busy. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jab from McFly.
McFly bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ninja's head backwards.
McFly slaps away a takedown attempt from Ninja, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ninja blocks a jab.
McFly clobbers Ninja with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Ninja misses with a body shot.
Ninja lands a nice looking body shot.
McFly throws out a loose jab but Ninja uses good head movement to avoid it.
McFly scores with a jab to the head.
Ninja slips under a jab.
Ninja moves out of range of the strikes.
Ninja tries to counter by closing the distance.
Ninja scores with a hook to the body. McFly takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jonny McFly is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ninja on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
McFly tries to keep at a distance but Ninja has taken the fight into the clinch.
McFly presses Ninja against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by McFly.
Ninja drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ninja misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ninja lands a body punch in the clinch.
McFly is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by McFly as Ninja tries to tie him up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ninja.
Ninja avoiding damage.
Ninja lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
McFly misses with the head strike.
McFly lands a right hand.
Ninja tries for a takedown but McFly manages to get underhooks.
Jonny McFly has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.
McFly lands a nice elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jonny McFly dominated that second round.
That's time! McFly's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Ninja moves into the clinch.
McFly gets through Ninja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Ninja misses with a punch on the inside.
Ninja blocks a body shot from McFly.
Ninja can't get the takedown. #BC#
McFly manages to break the clinch. #TD2#
Ninja closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming McFly to the mat! McFly manages to get full guard.

McFly manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
McFly working aggressively here.
McFly can't find room to land a body shot as Ninja controls the action.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McFly scores with a shoulder strike.
McFly lands a right hand.
Ninja takes a shot to the head.
Ninja looking to slow down the pace here.
McFly tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McFly lands with a short shot to the head.
Ninja tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
Ninja misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ninja prevents a body shot from McFly.
McFly scores with a shoulder strike.
McFly swings wildly with an uppercut but Ninja uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ninja working aggressively here. #BC#
McFly pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Ninja shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. McFly eats them both and turns towards Ninja to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
McFly is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#TD2#
Ninja shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Ninja is looking to work some ground and pound but McFly has wrist control.
Ninja trying to control but McFly is working from the bottom.
Ninja throws an elbow that misses. McFly uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Ninja's guard. Nice move by McFly!#REVR#
Ninja wants to stand and escape but McFly is having none of it. #T2#
Ninja is wriggling around but McFly manages to pass to half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McFly prevents Ninja from standing back up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with McFly in particular looking to stall.
Ninja is trying to get back to full guard.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet.
Ninja is looking to improve his position. #T3#
Ninja is trying to stand up here but McFly is controlling him well.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
McFly keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
McFly throws a hook to the side of Ninja's head but Ninja sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McFly walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Ninja dives in and grabs McFly's left leg, looking for a takedown. McFly pushes down on Ninja's head and hops out.
McFly just misses with a punch to the body.
Ninja has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CL2#
Ninja clinches with his opponent.
Ninja works on McFly's body with a couple of short punches.
McFly trying to stall but Ninja improves his position.
Ninja blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McFly scores with a shoulder strike. #T4#
A head punch on the inside from Ninja fails to land.
Ninja blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ninja drops to a knee looking for a takedown but McFly gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Jonny McFly has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.
McFly lands a nice elbow.
McFly blocks an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ninja wants to stall.
Ninja is trying to drag McFly to the mat but McFly just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC#
McFly's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The fight stays on the outside here - McFly looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ninja closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jonny McFly showed his dominance in that final round.
I think McFly 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 Radbod Blank scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: OFK 169 - Harwath Vs Do Urden
Date: Feb 19, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Kurtev scores with a takedown into Ninja's guard.#SUB#
Ninja is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kurtev defends well.
Kurtev wants to control from the top but Ninja keeps moving.
Ninja pulls Kurtev in close to prevent any damage.
Ninja bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kurtev's guard. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Kurtev wants to get back to his feet but Ninja is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Ninja is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Ninja is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kurtev has momentary wrist control but Ninja slips an elbow through the middle.#T1#
Ninja advances position into side control!
Ninja lands a few punches from side control.
Kurtev is looking for a sweep.
Ninja connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Kurtev some visible discomfort.
Ninja tries to advance to mount but can't.
Kurtev is trying to get back to half guard.
Ninja working the head and body with strikes.
Ninja trying to control the position but Kurtev is working away.
Ninja landing a few strikes.
Ninja working the head with strikes.
You can see the frustration on Kurtev's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Kurtev misses with a strike from the bottom.
Ninja working the head with strikes.
Kurtev takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Kurtev is looking for a sweep.
Ninja lands a few punches from side control.
Kurtev regains half guard there - taking advantage of Ninja's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
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!
Ninja keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
We've been hearing that Ninja has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Ninja working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Ground and pound from Ninja.
Kurtev gets back to full guard.
Kurtev keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ninja is really struggling to control Kurtev but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T3#
Ninja passes Kurtev's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Ninja lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Ninja connects with a nice short shot to Kurtev's temple. #SUB2#
Kurtev looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kurtev wants to control but Ninja is keeping busy.
Kurtev is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Ninja is staying active.
Ninja trying to control from half guard but Kurtev is working away.
Ninja scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ninja is trying to control. Kurtev wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kurtev wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Ninja landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kurtev trying to control from the bottom.
Kurtev flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Ninja is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Kurtev is trying to get back to full guard.
Ninja working over Kurtev with some ground and pound. Kurtev looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Nice strikes from Ninja there.
Ninja working over Kurtev with some ground and pound. Kurtev looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kurtev tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Kurtev tries to get to full guard but Ninja has control of the leg.
Kurtev tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Kurtev is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ninja working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Ninja drops an elbow to the side of Kurtev's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD#
Ninja throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Kurtev was covering up waiting for the punch and Ninja finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Ninja lands a couple of digs.
Kurtev trying to strike off his back.
Kurtev looking for a sweep. Not yet Kurtev, not yet.
Ninja lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ninja landing some decent shots from guard.
Kurtev is trying to keep Ninja in close. #SUB2#
Kurtev working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ninja doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ninja manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurtev keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ninja lands a couple of elbows.#T1#
Kurtev will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Ninja is in close to Kurtev's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ninja scoring with some ground and pound.
Ninja lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ninja is looking to work some ground and pound but Kurtev has wrist control.
Ninja wants to pass the guard but Kurtev is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Kurtev had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ninja defends it easily.
Ninja lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ninja is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kurtev can do to turn this around?
Ninja makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Ninja is in close to Kurtev's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB2#
Kurtev is looking for a triangle but Ninja pushes his legs off easily.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Kurtev keeps moving.
Ninja keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kurtev's head.#T2##SUB2#
Ninja got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kurtev has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ninja has managed to get both his arms back between Kurtev's legs - danger averted.
Kurtev working a defensive guard here.
Kurtev keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Ninja scoring with some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ninja stopping the sweep attempt from Kurtev.
Ninja connects with a couple of short punches.
Ninja keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kurtev's head.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurtev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Murilo Ninja overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ninja lands a couple of elbows.
Ninja trying to control but Kurtev is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kurtev had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ninja defends it easily.#T3#
Ninja working some strikes from top position.
Ninja postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Ninja content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ninja is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Ninja chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Kurtev is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ninja is aware though and is defending well.
Ninja with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ninja controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Ninja is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Kurtev has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ninja can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kurtev trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Ninja postures up. #T4#
Ninja with a nice head shot there.#SUB2#
Kurtev had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ninja defends it easily.
Kurtev keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Ninja makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Ninja lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurtev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ninja lands a couple of digs.
Ninja is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ninja landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Kurtev looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ninja passes into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ninja creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Kurtev gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Ninja to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SUB2#
Ninja avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ninja might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kurtev throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Ninja controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurtev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurtev looking for a sweep. Not yet Kurtev, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja pushing down on Kurtev's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ninja lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ninja trying to control from half guard but Kurtev is working away.
Kurtev taking some punishment here, with Ninja in his half guard. #T1#
Ninja is trying to control. Kurtev wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kurtev has hold of Ninja's hands but Ninja slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nice strikes from Ninja there.
Nice strikes from Ninja there.
Ninja scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ninja is thwarting Kurtev's attempts to control the position.
Ground and pound from Ninja.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kurtev manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kurtev bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ninja's guard. #REVB#
Kurtev is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ninja is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kurtev throws a strike but Ninja rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##T2#
Kurtev tries to strike from the bottom.
Ninja looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Ninja trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kurtev trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Ninja pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kurtev is keeping the position for now.
Krisko Kurtev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurtev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurtev doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurtev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ninja postures up.
Ninja trying to control but Kurtev is working from the bottom. #T3#
Ninja is working Kurtev over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ninja working some strikes from top position.
Kurtev throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. #SUB2#
Kurtev is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ninja is aware though and is defending well.
Ninja is fighting to break Kurtev's control of his arms but Kurtev is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Ninja is working Kurtev over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ninja postures up.
Kurtev has momentary wrist control but Ninja slips an elbow through the middle.
Ninja scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kurtev trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Kurtev striking from the bottom.
Kurtev doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kurtev looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ninja postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T4##SUB2#
Kurtev looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kurtev takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kurtev controls Ninja momentarily but Ninja frees himself.
Ninja keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kurtev's head.
Ninja postures up and lands a big shot to Kurtev's brow.
Ninja with a nice head shot there.
Murilo Ninja is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ninja pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kurtev is keeping the position for now.
Kurtev doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Kurtev throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ninja with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ninja wants to pass the guard but Kurtev is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Kurtev is looking for a triangle but Ninja pushes his legs off easily.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Murilo Ninja!
Murilo Ninja very nearly forgot to thank Altitude Clothing amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: OFK 168 - Sight Vs McFly
Date: Feb 13, 2022

#R1#
White misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ninja tries to counter by closing the distance.#KD2#
Ninja lands a left and a right that sends White crashing to the canvas! Ninja dives into mount looking to finish!#ROC2#White is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Ralphie White has been cut.
Ninja is in full mount looking to finish with strikes. He lands a big shot, followed by another and White goes limp! The ref jumps in to end the fight - a big win for Ninja!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Murilo Ninja!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Murilo Ninja made sure he mentioned Altitude Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: OFK 162 - Holloway Vs Plutov
Date: Jan 23, 2022

#R1#
A nice leg kick from Kelly, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kelly throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ninja sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kelly lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kelly.
Ninja ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kelly moves away.
Ninja connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kelly has been working on his boxing with his coaches at 3Band MMA in the buildup to the fight.#TD2#
Ninja closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Kelly is not content to let Ninja control the position.
Kelly moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ninja looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
It looks like Ninja might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Kelly preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Kelly looking for a guillotine here but Ninja defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ninja won't allow Kelly to sweep him here. #T1#
Kelly not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kelly is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ninja working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kelly is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Kelly is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Ninja keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ninja gets back to full guard.
Kelly wants to pass the guard but Ninja is keeping the position.
Kelly sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
Ninja lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ninja chips away with some ground and pound.
Ninja landing some decent shots from guard.
Kelly looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ninja scoring with some ground and pound.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Ninja working his ground and pound in the gym.
Ninja scoring with some ground and pound.
Ninja lands a couple of elbows.#SUB#
Kelly working for a triangle but Ninja defends it easily.
Ninja content to stall in guard here. #T3#
Ninja postures up and lands a big shot to Kelly's brow.
Kelly bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ninja's guard. #REVR#
Ninja is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Kelly missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ninja is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kelly is controlling him.
Kelly with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ninja is trying to control the position but Kelly postures up.
Ninja is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kelly not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kelly prevents Ninja from getting back to his feet. #T4#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ninja is on top in guard. #REVB##SUB#
Kelly escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ninja gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kelly is trying to control the position but Ninja postures up.
Kelly working a defensive guard but Ninja passes into half guard.
Kelly moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ninja makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Ninja lands a couple of digs.
Ninja is working Kelly over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ninja with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ninja lands a couple of digs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Ninja moves forwards but Kelly connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kelly throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ninja looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ninja throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kelly's waist but Kelly gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ninja off to one side.
Kelly keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Pat Kelly has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.
Ninja feints a jab promting Kelly to slip. Ninja then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Kelly slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT2#It looks like Pat Kelly has been cut.
Ninja on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ninja tests Kelly's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kelly connects with a nice looking jab.
Ninja jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kelly cracks Ninja with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Kelly closes the distance and clinches.
Ninja pushes Kelly back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kelly lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ninja goes for a takedown attempt but Kelly pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #T1##TD#
Kelly closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Kelly lands in his opponent's guard.
Murilo Ninja has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ninja is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kelly stopping the sweep attempt from Ninja.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet but Kelly is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kelly passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Ninja taking a bit of punishment here - Kelly scoring with strikes.
Kelly wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ninja keeps working.
Ninja is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Ninja defending against the ground and pound.
Ninja tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Kelly is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ninja knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet.
Ninja is looking for a sweep.
Ninja is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T3#
Kelly postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Kelly landing a few strikes.
Kelly trying to control the position but Ninja is working away.
You can see the frustration on Ninja's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ninja is not content to let Kelly control the position.
Ninja is trying to get back to his feet.
Ninja parries the strikes from Kelly easily there. Kelly is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Ninja to escape.
Kelly grinds an elbow into Ninja's temple. #T4#
Kelly looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Ninja is avoiding damage well.
Kelly throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Ninja works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Ninja slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Ninja has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kelly won't allow Ninja to get back to his feet.
Kelly working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Ninja's head.
Ninja keeping full guard, as Kelly tries to pass.
Kelly is working hard here to advance position.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet but Kelly is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kelly throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ninja works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pat Kelly dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Pat Kelly's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Ninja goes for a double leg but Kelly avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kelly continues to drive forward.
Kelly scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kelly lands a two punch combo.
Pat Kelly is winning the standup battle so far.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Kelly enables Ninja to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kelly manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Kelly not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ninja is working Kelly over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ninja won't allow Kelly to sweep him here.
Ninja sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Kelly is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Kelly looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kelly wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Kelly controls Ninja momentarily but Ninja frees himself.
Ninja with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ninja cracks Kelly with a solid left hand.
Ninja stands up over Kelly, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Ninja preventing the sweep.
Ninja stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kelly swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ninja is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Kelly is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ninja pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kelly is keeping the position for now.
Kelly working a defensive guard here. #T2#
Ninja tries to free his leg and advance position but Kelly is retaining full guard.
Ninja distracts Kelly with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but Kelly is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ninja throws a big right hand that misses.
Kelly looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kelly is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ninja is looking to clinch but Kelly is avoiding it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T3#
Ninja shoots for a takedown but Kelly saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ninja throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kelly scores with a body shot.
Ninja throws a lazy right hand but Kelly sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ninja shoots in looking for a takedown. Kelly tries to sprawl out of it but Ninja keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kelly manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Pat Kelly has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.
Ninja shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kelly pinned against the cage. Kelly gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kelly slaps away a takedown attempt from Ninja, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ninja takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ninja looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kelly looks to land a right hand but Ninja moved out of range.
Ninja slips a jab and a cross from Kelly.
Kelly is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kelly throws a head kick but Ninja moves out of range. #CL#
Kelly has managed to clinch.
Kelly lands a nice shot to the body. #T4#
A nice right hand lands inside from Ninja.
Kelly misses with some punches. #BC#
Kelly breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kelly throws a shot from downtown. Ninja moves away and avoids it.
Kelly throws a sloppy head kick and Ninja moves out of range easily.
Murilo Ninja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ninja misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kelly lands a glancing blow to the side of Ninja's head.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ninja is defended easily by Kelly.
Ninja takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ninja takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Ninja drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Ninja throws a jab but it's blocked by Kelly.
Kelly shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Pat Kelly showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kelly 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 Daniel Blasius scores the fight 29:28
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 29:28
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pat Kelly!

Event: OFK 153 - Bagwis Vs Mustonen
Date: Dec 25, 2021

#R1#
Ninja jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Phoenix uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ninja.
Ninja takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Phoenix tries to work over Ninja's front leg with a kick but Ninja checks it.
Ninja connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Phoenix momentarily.
Ninja looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A little feinted left hand from Phoenix on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ninja displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Phoenix throws out the jab.
Phoenix misses the shot to the body.
Ninja with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Phoenix has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Team Grunt in the buildup to the fight.
Ninja looks to land a combination but Phoenix avoids it well.
Phoenix takes a swing at Ninja's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Ninja closes the distance and pushes Phoenix back into the cage.
Ninja tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Ninja has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ninja is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Nice body punch from Phoenix - that landed with a thud.
Ninja blocking some punches.
Phoenix pushes Ninja back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Ninja misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short left from Phoenix. #T1#
Ninja blocking some punches.
Ninja tries to work over Phoenix's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ninja is working for takedown but Phoenix is calmly controlling the position for now.
Phoenix misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Phoenix lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ninja wants to take the fight to the mat but Phoenix manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Blake Phoenix has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.
Ninja lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ninja swings wildly with an uppercut but Phoenix uses good head movement to avoid it.
Phoenix working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Phoenix scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ninja tries a body shot but Phoenix blocks it.
Ninja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Phoenix working aggressively here.
Good body shot from Phoenix.
A head punch on the inside from Phoenix fails to land.
Ninja tries to work over Phoenix's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Phoenix on the inside.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Phoenix as Ninja tries to tie him up.
Phoenix tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ninja lands with a left to the head. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Phoenix struggles to land a body shot inside as Ninja controls his hands.
Ninja swings wildly with an uppercut but Phoenix uses good head movement to avoid it.
Phoenix lands a right hand.
Phoenix lands a body shot in the clinch.
Phoenix makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ninja misses with a punch to the body.
Ninja stalling in the clinch but Phoenix improves position.
Ninja has a couple of punches blocked by Phoenix.
Phoenix tries a body shot but Ninja blocks it.
Phoenix lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Phoenix misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ninja tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Phoenix throws a head punch that misses.
Ninja on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Phoenix.
Ninja working aggressively here.
Phoenix tries to work over Ninja's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ninja struggles to land a body shot inside as Phoenix controls his hands.
Phoenix digs a right hand into Ninja's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ninja's gas tank. #T3#
Phoenix prevents the takedown attempt.
Phoenix softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Ninja is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Phoenix gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Ninja lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Phoenix lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ninja looks winded!
Phoenix lands a right hand.
A nice left hand lands by Phoenix.
Ninja misses with a hook from the clinch.
Phoenix lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ninja or not.
Ninja's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Phoenix misses with a short punch on the inside.
Phoenix doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ninja lands a right hand.
A head punch on the inside from Ninja fails to land.
Ninja working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Phoenix scores with a shoulder strike.
Phoenix lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Phoenix lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ninja backwards.
Phoenix lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Phoenix.
Phoenix blocking some punches. #T4#
Phoenix blocking some punches.
A hook to the body from Phoenix.
Phoenix throws a head punch that misses.
Phoenix lands a nice uppercut.
Phoenix blocks an uppercut.
Phoenix lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Phoenix throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ninjas head.
A shot in the inside from Phoenix. #ROC#Ninja is rocked!
Phoenix creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Ninja's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Ninja drops to his knees and Phoenix pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Blake Phoenix!
A victorious Blake Phoenix thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: OFK 148 - Cosby Vs Mogg
Date: Dec 05, 2021

#R1#
Ninja takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Billings throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ninja stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ninja throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Billings appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Billings looks to throw the jab but Ninja is out of range.
Ninja looks to score with a jab to the body but Billings is just out of range.
Billings looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Billings keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Billings scores with a nice head shot.
Ninja tries to clinch but Billings moves out of range.
Billings swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Billings uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ninja.
Billings misses with a hook.
Billings bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Billings moves out of range as Ninja strikes.
Billings scores with a nice strike.
Ninja tries to clinch up.
Billings pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Left hook, right uppercut from Ninja. #CUT2#It looks like Donte Billings has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Ninja gets the takedown into side control.

Billings throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Ninja connects with a nice looking jab.
Donte Billings is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Billings throws a hook but Ninja blocks it.
Billings throws a looping overhand right but Ninja ducks down to avoid it.
Nice cross by Billings.
Billings misses with a body shot.
Ninja misses with a hook. Billings ducked under it nicely.
Billings throwing a counter right hand but Ninja manages to avoid it.
Billings attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
Ninja closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Billings.
Ninja wants a takedown.
Billings swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ninja is trying to drag Billings to the mat but Billings just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Donte Billings has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.
Ninja tries to score a body lock takedown but Billings shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Ninja letting Billings take a breather here.
Ninja lands with a short shot to the head.
Billings looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T2#
Ninja drops down looking for an ankle pick but Billings pulls his leg out and moves away.
Billings lands a jab to Ninja's midsection.
Ninja drops his hands momentarily and Billings takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #TD2#
Billings gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Ninja to score an easy takedown into full guard.

Billings is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ninja working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ninja stalling against the cage.
Billings just leaning against Ninja, taking a breather.
Ninja misses with a hook from the clinch.
A hook to the body from Ninja.
A short left from Ninja.
Ninja misses with a body punch.
Billings tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ninja's elbow. #T3#
Billings works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Billings misses with a hook from the clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Billings.
A right hook to the body lands for Billings.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Billings takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Ninja has Billings pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Billings manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Billings tries to stall but Ninja uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Billings just leaning against Ninja, taking a breather.
A short body shot lands from Billings as the two fighters clinch.
Billings throws a punch but it's blocked by Ninja.
Billings swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Billings blocking some punches.
I was talking to Billings's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Ninja swings wildly with an uppercut but Billings uses good head movement to avoid it.
A left hand lands to the body for Ninja.
Ninja fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Billings works on Ninja's body with a couple of short punches.
Billings tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
Ninja lands a nice uppercut.
Ninja misses with a punch to the body.
Ninja can't find room to land a body shot as Billings controls the action.
Billings wants to stall.
Billings stalling in the clinch but Ninja improves position.
Billings wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ninja has him pressed against the cage.
Billings misses with a punch on the inside.
Ninja prevents a body shot from Billings. #BC#
Billings pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Billings fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ninja fails with an attempt to clinch.
Ninja wants to clinch.
Ninja's jab looks to have found its range, popping Billings under the eye.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ninja throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Donte Billings dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Donte Billings's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Billings misses with a two punch combination.
A nice side step and Ninja releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ninja lands a nice looking body shot.
Billings just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Ninja was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ninja fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Billings swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Billings throws a half hearted mid kick.
Ninja avoids a kick to the body. #CL2#
Ninja gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Billings is looking to control Ninja's arms but Ninja gets an underhook and turns him. Now Billings has his back to the cage.
Billings lands with a right to the head.
Billings taking a breather.
A nice left hand lands by Billings.
Billings is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ninja wants to stall.
Donte Billings has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Billings misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ninja lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ninja misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ninja can't get the takedown. #T1#
Billings prevents a body shot from Ninja.
A body shot lands from Ninja.
Billings wants to break free but Ninja has control.
A head punch on the inside from Billings fails to land.
Ninja is stalling here.
Ninja has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Billings avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Donte Billings has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.
Billings lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ninja backwards.
Ninja is stalling here.
Billings misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Billings tries to break free but Ninja pushes him back against the cage.
A short right from Ninja on the inside.
Billings lands a shot to the body.
Billings is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ninja can do to turn this around?
Ninja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Billings is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Ninja is looking for a takedown.#T2#
Billings lands a body shot in the clinch.
Billings lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Ninja misses with a short punch on the inside.
Billings working aggressively here.
Billings throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Ninja has a couple of punches blocked by Billings.
Billings looking to slow down the pace here.
Billings fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ninja doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ninja lands with a right to the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Billings tries a body shot but Ninja blocks it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ninja.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Billings being controlled against the cage.
Ninja has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Billings after a bit of a struggle.
Ninja lands a nice shot to the body.
Ninja tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Billings's elbow. #T3#
Billings blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Billings gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Ninja.
Billings tries to work over Ninja's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Billings blocks an uppercut.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Ninja lands a body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ninja.
Billings taking a breather.
Ninja scores with a nice hook to the head.
Ninja tries a body shot but Billings blocks it.
Billings gets underhooks to prevent Ninja's takedown attempt.
Billings goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Billings lands a hook that snaps the head of Ninja backwards.
Billings wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ninja has him pressed against the cage.
A short left from Billings. #T4#
Ninja lands a nice uppercut.
Billings is trying to stall.
Billings tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ninja working aggressively here.
A bit of stalling here from Ninja.
Billings takes a shot to the head.
Ninja scores with a nice hook to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ninja's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Billings blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Billings avoiding damage. #BC#
Billings breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Ninja closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ninja.
Ninja tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ninja lands with a short shot to the head.
Billings blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Murilo Ninja will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Donte Billings's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Billings works the jab nicely.
Ninja lands with a nice body punch.
Billings moves forwards but Ninja connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Ninja dives in and grabs Billings's left leg, looking for a takedown. Billings pushes down on Ninja's head and hops out.
Ninja misses the jab.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Billings misses with a hook.
Billings takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Ninja shoots and misses
and Billings counters with a straight right hand.
Billings looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Murilo Ninja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ninja fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Billings manages to avoid it.
Billings misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ninja.
Ninja lands a jab.
Nice defenses there by Billings.
Billings misses with a wild combination.
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!
Billings pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Ninja back to the cage. Billings follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Donte Billings is winning the standup battle so far.
Ninja takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Billings wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T1#
Ninja throws the left hand but Billings avoids the punch easily.
Billings was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Billings swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Billings scores with a punch to the head.#CL2#
Ninja has Billings up against the cage in a clinch.
A shot in the inside from Ninja.
Ninja working aggressively here.
Ninja drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Billings gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Donte Billings has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Billings creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Ninja scores with a nice short uppercut.
Billings goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ninja lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ninja blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short uppercut from Ninja.
Ninja lands an uppercut.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ninja lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC2#Billings is rocked!
Ninja creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Billings with a big uppercut! Billings tries to clinch up but Ninja pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Billings to the mat! Billings covers up and Ninja unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:12 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Murilo Ninja!
An out of breath and clearly excited Murilo Ninja thanked Altitude Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: OFK 142 - Cosby Vs Jarr
Date: Nov 14, 2021

#R1#
Jahouli throws a lazy right hand but Ninja sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've been informed that Ninja has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#TD2#
Ninja closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Jahouli's guard.
Jahouli keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Jahouli tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ninja throws a strike but Jahouli rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Jahouli stops Ninja from standing up.
Jahouli seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Ninja is wriggling around but Jahouli manages to pass to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jahouli wants to free his trapped foot but Ninja is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ninja is trying to control but can't. #T1#
Jahouli prevents Ninja from standing back up.
Ninja tries to roll over but Jahouli keeps him under control.
Jahouli controlling the pace. #SU#
Jahouli decides to stand and escape the position.
Jahouli lands with a hook. Ninja tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Ninja looks to land a right hand but Jahouli moved out of range.
Jahouli throws a big counter combination but Ninja scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Nice jab there from Jahouli.
Jahouli throws a head kick that Ninja semi-blocks.
Ninja lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ninja waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jahouli.#T2#
Ninja fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jahouli manages to avoid it.
Murilo Ninja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ninja just misses with a punch to the body.
Ninja shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jahouli pinned against the cage. Jahouli gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A jab from Ninja misses.
Jahouli punishes Ninja's body with a nice straight punch.
Ninja scores with a nice head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jahouli scores with a body shot.
Ninja darts in looking for a takedown but Jahouli gets double underhooks and turns Ninja into the cage.
Maxim Jahouli is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Ninja darts in and clinches Jahouli up against the cage.
Jahouli tries to throw a body punch but Ninja avoids it by throwing Jahouli back against the cage.
Jahouli cracks Ninja with a nice body shot.
I was talking to Jahouli's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Jahouli misses with some punches.
Jahouli throws a head punch that misses. #TD2#
Ninja tightens his grip and picks Jahouli up, before dumping him to the ground. Jahouli manages to land in guard.
Jahouli keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Jahouli holds on and takes a little breather. #T3#
Jahouli looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ninja is one step ahead there.
Jahouli keeping full guard, as Ninja tries to pass.
Jahouli is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ninja throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Jahouli utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ninja trying to control but Jahouli is working from the bottom. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Jahouli is trying to keep Ninja in close. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Jahouli throws a lazy right hand but Ninja sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jahouli lands with a thumping leg kick. #TD2#
Ninja closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Ninja lands in his opponent's guard.
Ninja is looking to work some ground and pound but Jahouli has wrist control.
Ninja stopping the sweep attempt from Jahouli.
Jahouli pulls Ninja in close to prevent any damage.
Ninja is looking to work some ground and pound but Jahouli has wrist control.
Ninja won't allow Jahouli to sweep him here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Maxim Jahouli will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Ninja tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jahouli was well out of range. Poor timing from Ninja.
Ninja takes a swing at Jahouli's ribcage but misses.
Jahouli tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ninja was well out of range. Poor timing from Jahouli.
Jahouli takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CUT2#It looks like Maxim Jahouli has been cut.
Ninja swings for the body but Jahouli moves out of range.
Ninja looks to land a left hand but Jahouli moved out of range nicely.
Ninja takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jahouli takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#CL2#
Ninja gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jahouli.
Jahouli tries a body shot but Ninja blocks it.
Jahouli misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ninja has a couple of punches blocked by Jahouli.
Jahouli lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ninja.
Ninja drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ninja is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Ninja misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
Jahouli misses with the head strike.
Ninja tries for a takedown but Jahouli manages to get underhooks.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jahouli.
Still in the clinch, Ninja scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jahouli swings wildly with an uppercut but Ninja uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jahouli works on Ninja's body with a couple of short punches.
A head punch on the inside from Jahouli fails to land.
A short left from Jahouli.
Ninja scores with a nice hook to the head.
Ninja takes a shot to the head.
Jahouli lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jahouli struggles to land a body shot inside as Ninja controls his hands.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Jahouli throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ninjas head.
Jahouli lands with a left to the head.
Jahouli throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ninjas head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jahouli misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Jahouli softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Jahouli throws a punch but it's blocked by Ninja.
Jahouli lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ninja backwards.
Ninja is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Jahouli is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ninja can do to turn this around?
Jahouli lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Jahouli lands with a short shot to the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Ninja misses with the head strike.
Jahouli lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #ROC#Ninja is rocked!
Jahouli leaning his opponent against the cage.
Ninja is still on wobbly legs! Can Jahouli finish him?
Jahouli fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jahouli working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ninja.
Jahouli working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Jahouli fails to land.
Ninja can't find room to land a body shot as Jahouli controls the action.
Jahouli throws a punch but it's blocked by Ninja.
Ninja blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jahouli.
Ninja seems to have recovered his senses.
Jahouli unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Ninja! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Jahouli is unloading with more strikes now! Ninja drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Maxim Jahouli!
Maxim Jahouli decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: OFK 133 -
Date: Oct 16, 2021

#R1#
Kurtev shoots in looking for a takedown. Ninja tries to sprawl out of it but Kurtev keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ninja manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2#
Ninja drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ninja's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ninja stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kurtev swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kurtev pushes a forearm under Ninja's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Ninja is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Krisko Kurtev!
After winning the bout, Krisko Kurtev thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: OFK 128 - Knox Vs Martinyuk
Date: Sep 26, 2021

#R1#
Ninja misses with a jab to the body
and Komua counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A looping hook to the body misses from Komua. Ninja does a little dance to reset his feet.
Komua has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#TD#
Ninja drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Ninja tries to score with some ground and pound. Komua controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Ninja creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Komua sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Ninja cracks Komua with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Ninja scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Komua to see if he's OK.
Komua dodges the ground and pound from Ninja.
Ninja throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
We've been hearing that Ninja has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Ninja misses with the ground and pound.
Ninja throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Ninja cracks Komua with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Komua manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ninja's best efforts.
Ninja stalling. #T1#
Ninja trying to control from half guard but Komua is working away.
Komua blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ninja.
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but Komua is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ninja is pressing down on Komua's thigh, looking to free his foot. Komua is holding on for now.
Ninja looks to land a strike but Komua avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Ninja works over Komua with some ground and pound from guard.
Ninja is stalling in the full guard.
Komua keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Ninja working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ninja loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ninja content to stall in guard here.
Komua keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Komua looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ninja gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Komua.#T3##CL#
Ninja rushes Komua and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Komua escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Samson Komua is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Ninja closes the distance and pushes Komua back into the cage.#BC2#
Komua pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Komua tries to move into range but Ninja moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Ninja thuds his right hand into Komua's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A telegraphed right hand from Ninja misses the target.
Komua uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ninja.
Komua looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ninja takes one on the button.
A telegraphed right hand from Ninja misses the target.
Ninja misses with an uppercut.
Komua moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Komua misses with a looping right.
Ninja throws a poor cross that misses
and Komua counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Komua is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Komua bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T4#
Ninja looks to throw the jab but Komua is out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Komua! But no joy.
Komua keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Komua bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Ninja has his takedown stuffed
letting Komua counter with a right hand. #ROC2#Ninja is rocked!
Murilo Ninja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ninja throws a poor cross that misses
and Komua counters with a huge right that knocks Ninja out cold! Komua is running around with a crazed look on his face - you can see how much that meant to him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Samson Komua!
An out of breath Samson Komua thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: OFK 122 - Krnacova Vs Wanker
Date: Sep 05, 2021

#R1#
Ninja misses with a jab, cross combination.
White keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Ninja pushes White up against the cage in a clinch.
White lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
White swings wildly with an uppercut but Ninja uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ninja throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Whites head.
Ninja working aggressively here.
White throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Ninja lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Our sources have told us that White has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Ninja struggles to land a body shot inside as White controls his hands.
White lands a hook to the side of the head.
White goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD2#
Ninja gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ninja lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ninja sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. White defending well though.
Ninja lands strikes from half guard.
Ninja working over White with some ground and pound. White looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T1#
Ninja throwing shots but White is blocking nicely.
Ninja thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
White makes his way to full guard. A much better position for White.
White wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ninja is working White over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ninja landing some decent shots from guard.
White avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but White is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
White has his hands on Ninja's head, controlling the position.
Ninja pushes down on White's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T2#
White is looking to improve his position.
White is in trouble now - Ninja has advanced to mount!
White is in a horrible position here. Ninja smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
White tries to reverse the position but Ninja maintains control.
Ninja pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Ninja looking to control but White is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
White is desperately trying to improve his position but Ninja has a good base and remains in mount.
Ninja looking to control but White is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
White tries to reverse the position but Ninja maintains control.#T3#
Ninja raining down hammerfists from mount.
Ninja landing strikes from the mount and White is in trouble!
Ninja scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish White?
Ninja lands a nice shot to the head.
White is bucking up trying to escape but Ninja cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#ROC2#White is rocked!
Ninja with the ground and pound from mount.
Oh White is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
White can't escape the position.
White seems to have got his legs back now.
Ninja raining down hammerfists from mount.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ninja postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt White bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Ninja and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Murilo Ninja!
Murilo Ninja managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Altitude Clothing, into his post fight interview.

Event: OFK 115 - Gomez Vs Copeland
Date: Aug 14, 2021

#R1#
Claw listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A slow jab from Claw misses its intended target.
Ninja takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Ninja is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Ninja ducks under a wild hook from Claw.#CL2#
Claw gets tackled into the cage by Ninja. Ninja maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Ninja has picked Claw up - he's going for a ride! Ninja dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Claw is staying active underneath Ninja, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ninja drops an elbow to the side of Claw's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Claw is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ninja pulls his head out easily.
Ground and pound from Ninja.
Ninja wants to control but Claw is keeping him busy.
Claw taking some punishment here, with Ninja in his half guard.
Claw taking some punishment here, with Ninja in his half guard.
Ninja stalling.
Ninja working over Claw with some ground and pound. Claw looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Ninja throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Claw actively working from the bottom here.
Claw is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ninja scores with a couple of nice shots.#T1##SUB#
Claw actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Claw is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ninja pulls his head out easily.
Ninja drops an elbow to the side of Claw's head. #SUB#
Claw is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ninja pulls his head out easily.
Ninja working over Claw with some ground and pound. Claw looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Ninja is keen to just control but Claw is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Claw looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Claw actively working from the bottom here.
Ninja takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Ninja has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Claw is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ninja pulls his head out easily.
Ninja is controlling the pace.
Ninja winds up and cracks Claw with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Nice strikes from Ninja there.
Claw on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Claw looking for submissions off his back.
Ninja lands with a punch from half guard.
Claw is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ninja scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB#
Claw actively working from the bottom here.
Claw has hold of Ninja's hands but Ninja slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Claw taking some punishment here, with Ninja in his half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Claw has hold of Ninja's hands but Ninja slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Ninja is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ninja landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but Claw is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ninja is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Claw! #T3#
Ninja punishing his opponent with strikes.
Ninja landing shots from mount.
Claw is looking to get to half guard.
Ninja sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ninja scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Ninja controlling the position easily from mount.
Claw keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Ninja cracks Claw with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Ninja lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Ninja looking to finish Claw with some ground and pound. This is bad for Claw!#ROC2#Claw is rocked!
Ninja postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Claw in real trouble here! The ref calls for Claw to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Murilo Ninja!
Murilo Ninja made sure to mention his sponsor, Altitude Clothing in his post fight interview.

Event: OFK 107 - Ninja Vs Dock
Date: Jul 17, 2021

#R1#
Dock lands a nice looking body kick.
Dock throws a head kick but Ninja moves out of range.
Ninja connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dock's hands.
Ninja lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #TD#
Ninja manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Dock on his heels. He'll look to pass Dock's guard now, I'm sure.
Dock is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2#
Dock escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ninja gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ninja lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Ninja got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dock has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ninja has managed to get both his arms back between Dock's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Ninja avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ninja might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ninja connects with a couple of short punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ninja landing some decent shots from guard.
Ninja with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB2#
Dock looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Dock keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja postures up and lands a big shot to Dock's brow. #T1#
Ninja cracks Dock with a solid left hand.
Ninja keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dock's head.
Ninja content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ninja has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Dock is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ninja is aware though and is defending well.
Ninja seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Ninja lands a couple of digs.#SUB2#
Dock is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Dock looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Ninja scoring with punches to the head and body.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Dock is looking for a triangle but Ninja pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Dock is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ninja defends well.
Ninja scoring with some ground and pound.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Dock keeps moving.
Ninja postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T2#
Ninja with a nice head shot there.
Ninja is working Dock over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Dock being controlled here, momentarily.
Dock has momentary wrist control but Ninja slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2#
Ninja avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ninja makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Ninja showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ninja with a nice head shot there.
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!
Ninja postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Ninja showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Ninja avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Dock has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ninja can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3##SUB2#
Dock has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ninja can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ninja trying to control but Dock is working from the bottom.
Ninja lands a couple of digs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ninja engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ninja scoring with some ground and pound.
Ninja lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Ninja landing some decent shots from guard.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Dock keeps moving. #SUB2#
Dock looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T4##SUB2#
Ninja avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ninja cracks Dock with a solid left hand.
Dock keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Ninja showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Dock keeps moving. #SUB2#
Dock looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Ninja is defending well. Dock quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Ninja has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Dock celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bob Dock!

Event: OFK 99 - Tepes lii Vs Horn
Date: Jun 19, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Ninja gets tackled into the cage by McFly. McFly maintains the clinch.
Ninja tries for a takedown. No joy.
McFly blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ninja.
Ninja fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Ninja gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but McFly is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ninja not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Ninja throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
McFly trying to control here.
Ninja missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McFly keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ninja lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ninja wants to lay and pray for a moment but McFly keeps working.
McFly blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ninja. #T1#
Ninja is keen to just control but McFly is a slippery customer.
McFly wants to get back to full guard.
Ninja thows a huge punch but McFly dodges it nicely.
McFly blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ninja.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ninja not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Ninja with the ground and pound but McFly uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Ninja wants to control from the top but McFly keeps moving.
Ninja loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ninja looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
McFly keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Ninja is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Ninja throws a big elbow that misses.
Ninja is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Ninja postures up in McFly's guard and throws a big left but McFly blocks it.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ninja's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ninja throwing strikes but missing.
Ninja throwing strikes but missing.
Ninja might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ninja throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ninja with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T3#
Ninja stays in close to McFly's body and controls the position.
Ninja throws a big right hand that misses.
Ninja cracks McFly with a solid left hand.
Ninja looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Ninja postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ninja throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ninja is looking to advance position but McFly has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Ninja manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T4#
Ninja is trying to stand up here but McFly is controlling him well.
Ninja wants to get back to full guard.
Ninja is trying to stand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ninja tries to push off, looking to stand up, but McFly manages to move to mount!
McFly tries to control but Ninja wriggling away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##CL2#
McFly clinches with his opponent.
McFly blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ninja fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McFly gets through Ninja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Ninja blocks a body shot from McFly.
McFly is stalling here.
Ninja fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ninja is looking for a takedown up against the cage. McFly gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Ninja lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
McFly misses with a hook from the clinch.
McFly creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Ninja's defenses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McFly lands a left hand.
Ninja is looking for a takedown.
A short uppercut from Ninja.
Ninja tries to score a body lock takedown but McFly shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Murilo Ninja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McFly looking for a takedown.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ninja creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ninja misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
McFly blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ninja is working for takedown but McFly is calmly controlling the position for now.
McFly can't find room to land a body shot as Ninja controls the action.
McFly's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Still in the clinch, McFly scores with a nice short uppercut.
McFly working aggressively here.
McFly lands a shot to the body.
McFly blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short left from McFly.
Ninja lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Jonny McFly seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Ninja throws a punch but it's blocked by McFly.
McFly lands with a right to the head. #TD#
McFly is fighting off a takedown attempt but Ninja is just too persistent for him and manages to trip McFly to the mat. McFly regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Murilo Ninja overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ninja working some strikes from top position.
Ninja slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now McFly is on top in guard. #REVB##T2#
McFly prevents Ninja from getting back to his feet.
Ninja is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McFly prevents Ninja from getting back to his feet.
Ninja is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McFly can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Ninja had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McFly defends it easily.#SUB#
Ninja looking for subs off his back but McFly has passed one foot through into half guard. #T3#
Ninja is looking to escape.
Ninja trying to control but McFly postures up.
Ninja wants to get back to his feet.
McFly wants to control but Ninja is keeping him busy.
Ninja is looking to escape.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Ninja wants to clinch up but McFly keeps it at a distance.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
McFly misses with a straight right.
Ninja throwing a counter right hand but McFly manages to avoid it.
McFly takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
McFly doesn't manage to clinch there - Ninja circles away.
Ninja looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ninja swats away the attempt to clinch by McFly.
Ninja looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ninja fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
McFly lands with a right hand.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Ninja slips under a jab.
Ninja feinted with a counter takedown.
McFly rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ninja moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nice defenses there by McFly.
Jab, jab by Ninja - just one landing.
Ninja looks to land a right hand but McFly moved out of range.
McFly fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Ninja throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ninja throws a nice looking combination but McFly bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ninja dodges the punch combination from McFly.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jonny McFly will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Ninja clobbers McFly with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
McFly steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ninja.
McFly throws a jab when Ninja was well out of range.#CL#
Ninja moves into range and clinches up with McFly.#BC2#
McFly manages to break the clinch.
McFly waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ninja.
Ninja bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ninja walks into a straight right hand from McFly.
McFly misses with a wild body shot.
McFly throws a shot from downtown. Ninja moves away and avoids it.#TD#
Ninja bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ninja trying to control the position but McFly is working away.
McFly dodges the ground and pound from Ninja.
Ninja tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Ninja landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #T1#
Ninja throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Ninja tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Ninja lands a few punches from side control.
Ninja has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Ninja sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but McFly is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
McFly gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
McFly is refusing to be controlled, as Ninja sits in half guard.
Ninja not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T2#
Ninja is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ninja misses with a head shot. McFly uses the momentum to regain guard.
Ninja trying to control but McFly is working from the bottom.
Ninja seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Ninja wants to control from the top but McFly keeps moving.
McFly looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
Ninja stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McFly swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ninja working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Ninja landing some decent shots from guard.
McFly avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ninja wants to control from the top but McFly keeps moving.
Ninja is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
McFly keeping full guard, as Ninja tries to pass.
McFly has Ninja pulled in close to control his posture. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
McFly is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
McFly doesn't manage to clinch there - Ninja circles away. #CL2#
McFly rushes Ninja and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Ninja blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ninja is trying to stall.
Ninja holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Ninja blocks a body shot from McFly.
McFly lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ninja takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT2#It looks like Murilo Ninja has been cut.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ninja slows down the pace here.
McFly blocks an uppercut.
McFly lands a shoulder 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 Murilo Ninja.
I think Ninja 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Murilo Ninja!
Murilo Ninja thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: PANDA 61
Date: Dec 19, 2020

#R1##TD2#
La Vellei is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Ninja's half guard.
Ninja is trying to stand back up but La Vellei is controlling him
Ninja 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.
Ninja is not content to let La Vellei control the position.
La Vellei might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ninja haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Ninja trying to control from the bottom.
La Vellei wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ninja keeps working.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. La Vellei connects with a nice short shot to Ninja's temple.
La Vellei throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
La Vellei slips a nice elbow through Ninja's hands, connecting with Ninja's forehead.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
La Vellei throwing shots but Ninja is blocking nicely.
La Vellei trying to control the action but Ninja is working from the bottom.
La Vellei passes to side control.
You can see the frustration on Ninja's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1#
La Vellei misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Ninja is trying to get back to half guard.
Ninja manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ninja trying to control but La Vellei postures up.
La Vellei prevents Ninja from improving his position.
La Vellei trying to pass the guard but Ninja defending well.
Ninja wants to control but La Vellei is keeping busy.
La Vellei prevents Ninja from improving his position.
La Vellei stops Ninja from getting back to his feet. #SUB2#
Ninja is defending against the submission attempts here by La Vellei. #T2#
La Vellei missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
La Vellei lands strikes from half guard.
La Vellei sitting and controlling from the half guard.
La Vellei prevents Ninja from standing back up.
Ninja wants to get back to full guard.
La Vellei lands with a punch from half guard.
Ninja is pressing down on La Vellei's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ninja working a defensive guard here.
Ninja might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ninja working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from La Vellei.
La Vellei throwing strikes from guard but Ninja blocks nicely.
La Vellei trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
La Vellei stands up over Ninja, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
La Vellei throws a big right hand that misses.
La Vellei is in close to Ninja's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SU2#
La Vellei decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Ninja, up you get!
Ninja has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CL#
Ninja clinches.
Ninja prevents La Vellei from breaking the clinch.#BC2#
La Vellei breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
La Vellei connects with a nice looking jab.
Ninja lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CL#
Ninja darts in and clinches La Vellei up against the cage.
Ninja misses with a hook from the clinch.
La Vellei prevents a takedown attempt there.
Ninja is looking for a takedown up against the cage. La Vellei gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
La Vellei is looking to break free of the clinch but Ninja has double underhooks.
Ninja throws a punch but it's blocked by La Vellei.
Ninja tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
La Vellei is trying to break the clinch but Ninja has him pressed against the cage.
La Vellei is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Ninja swings wildly with an uppercut but La Vellei uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ninja misses with a short punch on the inside.
Good body shot from Ninja.
Ninja is working La Vellei over against the cage.#TD#
Ninja lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Ninja seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ninja winds up and cracks La Vellei with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jean Cristopher La Vellei 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#
Ninja misses with a right hand
and La Vellei cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
La Vellei misses with a series of wild punches.
Ninja throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ninja throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ninja jabbing away but nothing is landing.
La Vellei tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ninja was well out of range. Poor timing from La Vellei.
Ninja throws a jab but it's blocked by La Vellei.
La Vellei misses with a series of wild punches.
La Vellei slips under a jab from Ninja.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
La Vellei missing with a left hand there. Ninja was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
La Vellei staying out of range there.
La Vellei swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ninja misses the body punch
and La Vellei cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
La Vellei misses with a hook. Ninja ducked under it nicely.
Ninja throws a poor cross that misses
and La Vellei connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2#
La Vellei manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ninja on his heels. He'll look to pass Ninja's guard now, I'm sure.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
La Vellei throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ninja works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
La Vellei stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ninja swivels though and keeps the full guard.
La Vellei has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ninja has momentary wrist control but La Vellei slips an elbow through the middle.
La Vellei is looking to advance position but Ninja has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Ninja wants to control the pace but La Vellei is squirming around nicely.
La Vellei regains half guard.
Ninja working the head and body with strikes.
La Vellei is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
La Vellei looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Ninja pushes past his half guard into mount! #T2#
La Vellei is wriggling around trying to escape.
La Vellei wants to hold on but Ninja pushes him away.
Ninja landing punches.
Ninja lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Ninja avoids the attempt from La Vellei to control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
La Vellei regains half guard.
Jean Cristopher La Vellei has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ninja wants to pass to mount but La Vellei is defending the position.
Ninja seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but La Vellei does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T3#
Ninja looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
La Vellei looking for submissions off his back.
Ninja wants to take a breather but La Vellei is having none of it.
La Vellei is trying to get back to full guard.
La Vellei slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Ninja trying to control the position from guard on top but La Vellei is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
La Vellei isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Ninja stacks La Vellei on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Ninja!
Ninja wants to control but La Vellei is keeping him busy. #T4#
La Vellei is trying to control Ninja's posture but Ninja avoids it.
Ninja looks up at the clock and then as La Vellei takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Ninja smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Check out the look on Ninja's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Ninja working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Ninja working the ground and pound.
La Vellei tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Ninja controlling from mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
No luck for Ninja with that takedown attempt.
Ninja throws a sloppy body shot
and La Vellei counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
La Vellei misses with an uppercut. Ninja saw that one coming.
Nice sprawl there from Ninja as La Vellei shoots in.
La Vellei is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
La Vellei lands with a straight right. Ninja didn't see that one coming.
La Vellei has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Ninja looks to land a combination. La Vellei sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
La Vellei lands a lovely overhand right.
Ninja walks into a stiff left hand from La Vellei.
Ninja feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits La Velleis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
La Vellei misses with a head kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ninja shoots and misses
enabling La Vellei to counter with a crisp jab.
La Vellei uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ninja.
Jean Cristopher La Vellei seems to be getting the better of the standup.
La Vellei lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Ninja avoids the body shot from La Vellei.
Ninja tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
Ninja looks to land a combination but La Vellei avoids it well.
La Vellei moves forwards but Ninja connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A jab from Ninja misses.
Ninja throws a right and a left that La Vellei avoids nicely. #TD2#
La Vellei manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ninja on his heels. He'll look to pass Ninja's guard now, I'm sure.
La Vellei trying to control the position from guard on top but Ninja is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
La Vellei working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Ninja's head.#ES#
Ninja manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Ninja looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Murilo Ninja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ninja doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ninja pushes La Vellei back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short right from Ninja. #TD#
Ninja gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #T2#
Ninja stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. La Vellei swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
La Vellei had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ninja defends it easily.
La Vellei has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ninja has passed into side control.
La Vellei can't do much from the bottom here.
La Vellei taking punishment in the form of punches.
Ninja taking a breather here.
La Vellei is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ninja's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T3#
La Vellei is pressing down on Ninja's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ninja throwing strikes but missing.
La Vellei has momentary wrist control but Ninja slips an elbow through the middle.
Ninja looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
La Vellei wants to stand but Ninja is controlling the position. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Ninja controlling from the top position.
La Vellei avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ninja lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2#
La Vellei has an active guard here but Ninja has managed to pass into half guard.
Ninja looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks La Vellei with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
La Vellei keeping control of the position. #SUB2#
La Vellei actively working from the bottom here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Murilo Ninja showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ninja 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: PANDA 50
Date: Nov 27, 2020

#R1#
Knox uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ninja has time to react.
Ninja lunges at Knox with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Knox's hand. #CUT2#It looks like Athos Knox has been cut.
Knox's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ninja connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Knox scrambles back to his feet.
Ninja walks into a stiff left hand from Knox.
Ninja shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Murilo Ninja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Knox steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ninja.
Ninja throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Knox counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ninja throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Knox is looking to counter punch.
Knox slips a jab from Ninja.
Knox was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Knox throws a hook but Ninja blocks it.
A combination from Ninja does no damage.
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!
Ninja tries to close the distance and clinch but Knox swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Knox stuns Ninja with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ninja throws out a loose jab but Knox uses good head movement to avoid it.
Knox appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Knox lands a jab to the nose.#T1#
Knox walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Ninja takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CL2#
Ninja pushes Knox up against the cage in a clinch.
Knox just leaning against Ninja, taking a breather.
Ninja looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Knox prevents a body shot from Ninja.
Ninja goes for a takedown in the clinch but Knox prevents it.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC#
Knox pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Knox scores with a hook.
Ninja misses with a right hand
and Knox connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Knox lands with a cross.
A looping hook to the body misses from Knox. Ninja does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ninja feints the counter takedown.#T2#
Knox misses with a hook.
Knox is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Ninja throws a body punch but Knox moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Knox misses the target.
Ninja misses with a straight right.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Knox displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ninja.
Knox is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A jab from Knox misses.
Ninja throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Knox to counter with a crisp jab.
Ninja throws an off balance right hand
and Knox counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ninja misses with a right hand
letting Knox counter with a right hand.
Knox keeps the fight on the outside.
Knox swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Knox avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ninja thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ninja jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Knox is looking to counter punch.#T3#
Ninja wants to clinch up but Knox keeps it at a distance.
Ninja misses with a hook.
Nice shot lands for Knox.
Knox jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ninja with the counter takedown but Knox avoids it easily.
Ninja takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Ninja is trying hard to land a takedown here. Knox sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Athos Knox has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.
Ninja tries to clinch there but Knox circles away.
Donk. Ninja catches Knox right on the button with a cross.
Ninja misses with a body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Knox on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Knox slips a jab from Ninja.
Knox connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ninja momentarily.
Ninja doesn't manage to clinch there - Knox circles away. #T4#
A jab from Ninja misses.
Ninja rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Knox counters with a stiff right hand.
We've been told by Knox's head coaches at Underground Rio that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Ninja wants to clinch.
Good standup being displayed there by Knox as he connects with a hook.
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 showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ninja.
Ninja throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Knox.
Ninja throws a jab when Knox was well out of range.
Ninja misses with a hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Athos Knox dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Athos Knox's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Jab, jab by Knox - just one landing.
Knox uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ninja.
Ninja uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Knox.
A jab from Knox misses.
Ninja stuns Knox with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Knox jabs Ninja to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Athos Knox is winning the standup battle so far.
Ninja misses with an uppercut
and Knox counters with a right hand to the body.
Knox scores with a hook to the body. Ninja takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Ninja on the wrong end of a nice jab.#ROC#Ninja is rocked!
Ninja swings widly with a right hand
and Knox counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Ninja out cold! What a finish! Knox is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Athos Knox!

Event: PANDA 36
Date: Oct 25, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Le Phat is looking to clinch but Ninja is avoiding it.
Le Phat scores with a body shot.
Le Phat throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Le Phat tests Ninja's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Le Phat 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.
Le Phat darts in looking for a takedown but Ninja gets double underhooks and turns Le Phat into the cage.
Le Phat takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Le Phat shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ninja but Ninja pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Le Phat avoids the body shot from Ninja.
Le Phat appears to be looking for a big counter.
Ninja lands a two punch combo. #CUT2#It looks like Roc Le Phat has been cut.
Ninja takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A jab from Le Phat misses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ninja ducks under a wild hook from Le Phat.
Le Phat throws a leg kick but Ninja moved away.
A jab from Ninja misses.
Le Phat is looking for a counter combo.
Ninja is looking to clinch but Le Phat is avoiding it.
Ninja shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Le Phat eats them both and turns towards Ninja to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Le Phat throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nice straight punches there by Ninja. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ninja.#T1#
Le Phat tries a head kick but it misses.
Ninja shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ninja takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Ninja fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A punch combination from Le Phat misses.
Ninja showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Le Phat.
Le Phat takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Ninja throws a series of strikes that have Le Phat backpedaling.
A decent looking cross lands there for Ninja.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ninja misses with a hook. Le Phat ducked under it nicely.
Nice uppercut there from Ninja.#CUT2#Roc Le Phat's cut is getting worse.#CL2#
Ninja has managed to clinch.
Le Phat prevents a body shot from Ninja.
Ninja lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ninja misses with some punches. #TD#
Le Phat successfully pulls guard. #T2#
Le Phat keeping moving, preventing Ninja from controlling successfully.
Le Phat will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Ninja pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Le Phat is keeping the position for now.
Ninja content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ninja working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Le Phat's head.
Le Phat not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ninja has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Le Phat wants to improve his position but instead Ninja has moved into half guard.
Ninja blocks the strikes from Le Phat.
Le Phat tries to roll over but Ninja keeps him under control.
Le Phat is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Ninja is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Le Phat has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ninja is working away from the top position though.
Le Phat is staying active underneath Ninja, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ninja looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Le Phat with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Le Phat is refusing to be controlled, as Ninja sits in half guard. #SUB#
Le Phat has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Ninja escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Ninja!
Ninja landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #T4#
Ninja wants to lay and pray for a moment but Le Phat keeps working.
Le Phat is looking to reverse the position.
Ninja working away.
Ninja scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Le Phat to see if he's OK.
Le Phat manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Ninja manages to get to full guard. #SUB2#
Ninja is looking for a triangle but Le Phat pushes his legs off easily.
Le Phat trying to control the position from guard on top but Ninja is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ninja is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Roc Le Phat's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Ninja decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Ninja drops an elbow to the side of Le Phat's head.
Le Phat wants to get back to full guard.
Murilo Ninja has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ninja wants to take a breather but Le Phat is having none of it.
Le Phat wants to get back to full guard.
Ninja has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Le Phat is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ninja scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ninja is trying to control the action in half guard but Le Phat is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ninja throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Le Phat to regain full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Le Phat is trying to control the position but Ninja postures up. #SUB#
Le Phat has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ninja can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ninja working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T1#
Ninja sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Le Phat's guard.
Ninja trying to control from half guard but Le Phat is working away.
Le Phat won't allow Ninja to pass to mount. #SUB#
Le Phat with the active half guard here but Ninja passes nicely into side control.
Le Phat is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Le Phat is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Ninja is thwarting Le Phat's attempts to control the position.#T2#
Ninja stalling.
Ninja is keen to just control but Le Phat is a slippery customer.
Le Phat is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ninja's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ninja's back!
Will Le Phat go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Ninja can't escape the position.
Le Phat connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Ninja to escape the position.
Le Phat lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Ninja hold on?!
Ninja turns into Le Phat and is now in his guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ninja wants to control from the top but Le Phat keeps moving. #T3#
Le Phat looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ninja working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Le Phat is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Le Phat thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. #SUB#
Le Phat working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Ninja has passed into half guard!
Ninja tries to pass the half guard into mount. Le Phat knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Le Phat is trying to maintain the position but Ninja is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ninja tries to pass to full mount but Le Phat defends it.
Ninja keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Le Phat is staying active underneath Ninja, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ninja prevents Le Phat from improving his position.
Le Phat manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Ninja got a little sloppy there for a moment and Le Phat has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ninja has managed to get both his arms back between Le Phat's legs - danger averted.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Ninja got a little sloppy there for a moment and Le Phat has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ninja has managed to get both his arms back between Le Phat's legs - danger averted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Roc Le Phat's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Ninja tries to close the distance and clinch up but Le Phat swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD2#
Ninja gets the takedown into side control.
Le Phat tries to improve position but can't.
Ninja is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Le Phat's shoulder. That is not cool.
Le Phat tries to bench press Ninja off him but Ninja keeps the position.
Le Phat is trying to control Ninja's posture but Ninja avoids it.
Ninja is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Le Phat will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Le Phat taking punishment in the form of punches.
Le Phat wants to control but Ninja postures up.
Ninja lands a nice forearm strike.
Ninja passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Le Phat! #T1#
Ninja landing strikes, looking to finish!
Le Phat really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ninja cracks Le Phat with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Le Phat in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Le Phat bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Le Phat lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ninja manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Le Phat manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Ninja passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Ninja content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T2#
Le Phat tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ninja is working Le Phat over with some ground and pound from side control.
Le Phat tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ninja wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Roc Le Phat has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Le Phat manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ninja performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Le Phat is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Le Phat looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Le Phat on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Ninja winds up and cracks Le Phat with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Ninja wants to take a breather but Le Phat is having none of it.
Le Phat tries to get to full guard but Ninja has control of the leg.
Le Phat is staying active underneath Ninja, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Le Phat is looking to get back to full guard here but Ninja has managed to pass to side control instead.
Le Phat is looking to reverse the position.
Ninja works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Ninja controlling the position. #T4#
Le Phat sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Le Phat is pressing down on Ninja's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Le Phat will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Ninja stopping the sweep attempt from Le Phat.#SUB#
Le Phat looking for subs off his back but Ninja has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB#
Le Phat with the active half guard here but Ninja passes nicely into side control.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ninja working the head with strikes.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: PF24 Alcala v McStafferson
Date: Jun 20, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ninja looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A cross from Ninja lands.
Murilo Ninja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Asmundsen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ninja shoots in for a takedown but Asmundsen shows good takedown defense.
Asmundsen drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Ninja dives in for a single leg takedown but Asmundsen sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Asmundsen throws a body shot but no joy.
Asmundsen scores with a jab to the head.
We've been hearing reports that Asmundsen has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD#
Asmundsen closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ninja is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ninja manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Asmundsen trying to control the position from guard on top but Ninja is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ninja seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Ninja tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Ninja utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ninja keeping moving, preventing Asmundsen from controlling successfully.
Ninja is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ninja has momentary wrist control but Asmundsen slips an elbow through the middle.
Ninja working a defensive guard here.
Ninja is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Asmundsen will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Asmundsen throws a big right hand that misses. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Ninja trying to keep a closed guard but Asmundsen is proving a slippery customer.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Asmundsen in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Asmundsen looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Ninja jabs at Asmundsen's body.
Asmundsen shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Asmundsen throws a nice looking combination but Ninja bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ninja tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Asmundsen ducks under a wild hook from Ninja.
No joy there for Ninja, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Asmundsen attempts a counter takedown but Ninja avoids it well and moves away.
Ninja misses with a straight right.
Asmundsen drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ninja sprawls and moves away.
Ninja uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Asmundsen. #T3#
Ninja avoids the body shot from Asmundsen.
It seemed like Ninja was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ninja throws a lazy uppercut #CL#
and Asmundsen moves into the clinch.
Ninja misses with some punches.
Good body shot from Asmundsen.
Ninja tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Asmundsen is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Ninja is keeping busy.
Ninja throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Ninja throws a head punch that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from Asmundsen.
Ninja is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Asmundsen gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Trond Asmundsen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Murilo Ninja.
Ninja lands an uppercut.#CUT2#It looks like Trond Asmundsen has been cut.
Asmundsen misses with a body punch.
Ninja misses with a punch on the inside.
Ninja tries to work over Asmundsen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD2#
Ninja lands a takedown into guard.
Ninja throwing strikes from guard but Asmundsen blocks nicely.
Asmundsen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Asmundsen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ninja is adopting a defensive guard.
Ninja wants to sweep but no luck.
Asmundsen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ninja swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Asmundsen is working hard here to advance position.
Asmundsen won't allow Ninja to sweep him here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Trond Asmundsen will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Trond Asmundsen's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Asmundsen catches Ninja with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A telegraphed right hand from Ninja misses the target. #TD2#
Ninja changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Asmundsen looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Asmundsen is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ninja off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Asmundsen is persistently looking for the submission but Ninja is defending it well.
Asmundsen has the hooks in. Ninja is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Asmundsen has good solid back control here.
Asmundsen tries to keep control of the position but Ninja is staying busy.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Asmundsen. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Ninja defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Asmundsen's arms. #T1#
Ninja wants to escape the position.
Ninja trying to control the action but Asmundsen just sinks the hooks in.
Ninja is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Asmundsen lands an elbow to the side of the head. #SUB#
Asmundsen is looking for the choke from the back position but Ninja is controlling his hands well.
Ninja is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ninja trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T2#
Will Asmundsen go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Ninja tries to roll but Asmundsen sticks to his back.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Asmundsen's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke. #SUB#
Asmundsen working for the choke.
Asmundsen is looking to control Ninja but Ninja is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Ninja breaks Asmundsen's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Ninja not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ninja landing with the ground and pound. #T3#
Ninja lands a couple of elbows.
Ninja must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Asmundsen is looking to cinch up a triangle. Ninja throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Asmundsen's body to avoid the submission. Asmundsen has instead reached around Ninja's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Asmundsen arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Trond Asmundsen!

Event: PF16 Savitaipale v Sackett
Date: May 30, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ninja throws a big shot that misses.
Ninja connects with the punch.
Orion connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Orion slips under a jab.
Orion looks to land a left hand but Ninja moved out of range nicely.
Orion bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ninja's head.#CUT#It looks like Murilo Ninja has been cut.
A slow jab from Orion misses its intended target.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Ninja changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Orion moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Ninja slips a jab from Orion.
Ninja slips a straight right by Orion.
Ninja blocks a jab.
Ninja misses with a two punch combination.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ninja connects with the punch.
Orion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD2#
Ninja scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Ninja scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ninja lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Orion striking from half guard on the bottom.
Ninja trying to pass the guard but Orion defending well.
Ground and pound from Ninja.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Ninja is keen to just control but Orion is a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ninja controlling the pace.
Orion throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Ninja takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Orion tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Ninja connects with a nice short shot to Orion's temple.
Orion punching from the bottom.
Ninja has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Orion throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Orion missing with punches from the bottom. #SUB#
Orion looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ninja prevents Orion from improving his position.
Orion is not content to let Ninja control the position.
Orion throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Orion missing with punches from the bottom. #T2#
Ninja trying to control from half guard but Orion is working away.
Orion tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Ninja is trying to control. Orion wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Orion misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Ninja passes the guard and advances to mount!
Ninja blocks Orion's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Orion is desperately trying to improve his position but Ninja has a good base and remains in mount.
Ninja connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Ninja with a couple of short strikes.
Orion taking shots to the head.
Orion bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
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!
Ninja looking for a sweep. Not yet Ninja, not yet.
Orion throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ninja works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Orion in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T3#
Orion missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Orion working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ninja working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Orion.
Ninja seems keen to control Orion's posture.
Ninja bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Orion's guard. #REVB#
Ninja landing with the ground and pound.
Orion can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ninja controls the pace.
Ninja slips nicely into half guard.
Orion slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Orion thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Orion keeping full guard, as Ninja tries to pass.
Orion will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Orion throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #T4#
Orion trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Ninja is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ninja connects with a couple of short punches.
Ninja lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ninja is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Orion throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Orion throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Orion trying to strike off his back.
Orion striking off his back but it's not causing Ninja any problems.
Ninja wants to pass the guard but Orion is keeping the position.
Orion throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Orion trying to strike off his back.
Ninja passes Orion's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Ninja keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ninja trying to control the action but Orion is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Murilo Ninja's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Orion scores with a nice right hand.
A cross from Ninja lands.
Orion swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Orion looks to throw the jab but Ninja is out of range.
Ninja with the counter takedown but Orion avoids it easily.
A big right from Orion misses.
Orion loads up on a big right hand but Ninja slips the punch.
Orion with a nice cross.#TD2#
Ninja shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Orion manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Orion throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Ninja connects with a couple of short punches.
Ninja has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Orion lands an upkick as Ninja stands over him.
Ninja preventing the sweep.
Ninja wants to control from the top but Orion keeps moving.
Orion will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Orion striking off his back but it's not causing Ninja any problems.
Ninja connects with a couple of short punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ninja scoring with some ground and pound.
Orion striking off his back but it's not causing Ninja any problems. #T1#
Orion throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Ninja passes Orion's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Ninja wants to free his trapped foot but Orion is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ninja keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Orion tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Orion missing with punches from the bottom.
Ninja tries to pass to full mount but Orion defends it.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ninja lands a nice short elbow.
Orion misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Orion punching from the bottom.
Orion is trying to get back to full guard.
Ninja is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ninja seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Orion is on the bottom, trying to hold on to half guard. He's throwing a few small shots here, to keep his opponent honest. #T2#
Ninja blocks the strikes from Orion.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Ninja connects with a nice short shot to Orion's temple.
Ninja working Orion over with strikes.
Orion wants to get back to full guard.
Orion is refusing to be controlled, as Ninja sits in half guard.
Orion wants to improve his position but Ninja is controlling well.
Ninja looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ninja takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Ninja is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ninja looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ninja scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Orion missing with punches from the bottom.
Ninja working the head and body with strikes.
Ninja drops an elbow to the side of Orion's head.
Ninja seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Orion punching from the bottom. #T3#
Ninja is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Orion misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Ninja lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ninja trying to control from half guard but Orion is working away.
Ninja is pressing down on Orion's thigh, looking to free his foot. Orion is holding on for now.
Orion misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Ninja blocks the strikes from Orion.
Orion throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Orion flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Ninja winds up and cracks Orion with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Ninja is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Orion punching from the bottom.
Ninja scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Orion flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Orion regains full guard. Nicely done. #T4#
Orion trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Orion wants to sweep here but Ninja controlling him for the moment.
Ninja postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Ninja lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Orion tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ninja pushing down on Orion's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ninja is trying to control the action in half guard but Orion is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ninja uses his free foot to push down on Orion's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Orion.
Orion really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Ninja lands a heavy elbow.
Ninja lands with some strikes.
Ninja looking to control but Orion is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ninja putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Ninja is in the full mount, landing strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Ninja showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Murilo Ninja's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Ninja uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Ninja throws out a powerful jab.
Murilo Ninja seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ninja lands with a right hand.
Orion stuffs the takedown.
Nice defenses there by Ninja.
Ninja uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Orion.
Orion is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ninja.
A left lands for Orion.
Orion misses with an uppercut. Ninja saw that one coming.
Ninja throws a hook but Orion avoids it easily.
Ninja throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Orion on the side of the head.
Ninja takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Ninja stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ninja throws a looping overhand right but Orion ducks down to avoid it.
Orion is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#TD2#
Ninja shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Ninja showed some decent athleticism there.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Ninja slips a nice elbow through Orion's hands, connecting with Orion's forehead.
Orion throws a strike from the bottom that misses. #T1#
Ninja wants to take a breather but Orion is having none of it.
Orion is looking for a sweep. Ninja is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Orion punching from the bottom.
Orion throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Ninja lands strikes from half guard.
Ninja trying to mount his opponent but Orion defends it.
Orion on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Orion misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Orion flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Ninja is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Orion has hold of Ninja's hands but Ninja slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Ninja working over Orion with some ground and pound. Orion looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Orion misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Orion has hold of Ninja's hands but Ninja slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Ninja is taking a breather. Orion says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Orion striking from the bottom.
Cole Orion has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Ninja controlling the action here.
Orion missing with punches from the bottom.
Ninja takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Orion is refusing to be controlled, as Ninja sits in half guard.
Orion is looking to improve his position.
Ninja slows the pace down in half guard.
Ninja scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ninja is trying to control. Orion wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Orion tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Ninja slips a nice elbow through Orion's hands, connecting with Orion's forehead.#T3#
Ninja working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Orion makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Orion.
Orion trying to strike off his back.
Ninja works over Orion with some ground and pound from guard.
Ninja pushes down on Orion's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Orion throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Ninja wants to pass to mount but Orion is defending the position.
Orion missing with punches from the bottom.
Nice strikes from Ninja there.
Ninja scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB#
Orion is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ninja pulls his head out easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ninja landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Ninja trying to mount his opponent but Orion defends it. #T4#
Orion has hold of Ninja's hands but Ninja slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Ninja wants to free his trapped foot but Orion is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ninja looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Orion with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Orion is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ninja scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ninja lands strikes from half guard.
Ninja trying to pass the guard but Orion defending well.
Orion is looking for a sweep. Ninja is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ninja is taking a breather. Orion says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Ninja trying to control from half guard but Orion is working away.
Ninja working the head and body with strikes.
Orion missing with punches from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 27:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Murilo Ninja!
An out of breath Murilo Ninja thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: PF10 Savitaipale v Kenway
Date: May 09, 2020

#R1#
Nice jab there from Ninja.
Day misses with a looping left.
Day staying out of range there.
Ninja scores with a nice head shot.
Day misses with a series of wild punches. #TD#
Ninja gets the takedown into side control.
Day wants to get back to his feet but Ninja drags him back down.
Ninja lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Day down.
Day is looking to regain half guard here but Ninja keeps moving and retains side control.
Ninja wants to lay and pray for a moment but Day keeps working.
Day can't do much from the bottom here.
Ninja scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Day to see if he's OK.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Day tries to bench press Ninja off him but Ninja keeps the position.
Ninja looks up at the clock and then as Day takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Ninja smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Day prevents Ninja from improving position.
Ninja has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T1#
Ninja cracks Day with a big right hand but Day just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Day tries to bench press Ninja off him but Ninja keeps the position.
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but Day is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ninja lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #CUT#
It looks like Jako Day has been cut.
Day is looking for a sweep.
Day is trying to get back to his feet.
Check out the look on Ninja's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Ninja trying to control the action but Day is working from the bottom.
Ninja tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Ninja working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #T2#
Day can't do much from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Day wants to get back to his feet.
Day takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Ninja misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Day avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Ninja.
Day wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but Day is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ninja grinds an elbow into Day's temple.
You can see the frustration on Day's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3#
Ninja cracks Day with a big elbow. #CUT#
That has opened up Jako Day's cut even more.
Ninja trying to control the action but Day is working from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Day's face as Ninja controls the position.
Day tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ninja lands a few punches from side control.
Ninja controls the position.
Ninja prevents Day from escaping the position.
Day is trying to control Ninja's posture but Ninja avoids it.
Day is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Day tries to escape but Ninja is in control.
Ninja scores with punches from side control. #T4#
Day is trying to get back to his feet.
Ninja working the head and body with strikes.
Ninja working the head and body with strikes.
Day is trying to control Ninja's posture but Ninja avoids it.
Day is pushing Ninja's head away, looking to escape. Ninja manages to hold on to the position though.
Ninja is looking to take a break and control but Day is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Day is pushing Ninja's head away, looking to escape. Ninja manages to hold on to the position though.
Ninja tries to move into full mount but can't pass Day's legs.
Ninja cracks Day with a big elbow.
Ninja creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Ninja works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#CUT#
The cut above Jako Day's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Day defending against the ground and pound.
Ninja scores with punches from side control.
Ninja lands a few punches from side control.#CUT#
Jako Day's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Murilo Ninja!
Murilo Ninja decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: PF5 Nti v Coco
Date: Apr 18, 2020

#R1#
Alcala tries a head kick but it misses.
DeSilva let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A jab from Alcala does it's job there.
DeSilva gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Alcala.
DeSilva connects with a body shot.
DeSilva tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alcala was well out of range. Poor timing from DeSilva.
Alcala misses with a body shot.
DeSilva's jab looks to have found its range, popping Alcala under the eye.
DeSilva throws a hook but Alcala avoids it easily.
DeSilva pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Alcala back to the cage. DeSilva follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Alcala 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.
Alcala misses with a looping right.
DeSilva rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Alcala counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DeSilva throws a hook to the side of Alcala's head but Alcala sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Alcala fires out a quick counter leg kick but DeSilva just manages to avoid it.
Alcala scores with a head kick. DeSilva tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
DeSilva misses with a body shot.
Alcala misses with a body kick.#T1#
DeSilva throws a right and a left that both miss.
Alcala is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#TD2#
DeSilva gets a double leg takedown into Alcala's guard.
Alcala is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
DeSilva working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alcala wants to sweep here but DeSilva controlling him for the moment.
Alcala controlling DeSilva's posture.
DeSilva throws a big right hand that misses.
Alcala will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Alcala pulls DeSilva in close to his closed guard and prevents DeSilva from doing any damage or advancing position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T2#
DeSilva postures up in Alcala's guard and throws a big left but Alcala blocks it.
DeSilva content to stall in guard here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
DeSilva scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
DeSilva looks to land a combination. Alcala sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Alcala displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as DeSilva throws out the jab. #TD2#
DeSilva looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeSilva wants to pass to mount but Alcala is defending the position.
Alcala is positioning himself well to prevent DeSilva advancing to mount. #T3#
Alcala is trying to control but can't.
DeSilva is pressing down on Alcala's thigh, looking to free his foot. Alcala is holding on for now.
DeSilva misses with a head shot. Alcala uses the momentum to regain guard.
DeSilva looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Alcala escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. DeSilva gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Alcala seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
DeSilva wants to control from the top but Alcala keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alcala avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Alcala has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
DeSilva scoring with punches to the head and body.
Alcala keeping moving, preventing DeSilva from controlling successfully.
DeSilva with a nice head shot there.
Alcala looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
DeSilva misses with a hook. Alcala ducked under it nicely.
Alcala swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
The fighters circling - DeSilva throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Alcala is looking to counter with head kicks.
DeSilva misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Alcala connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A big right from DeSilva misses.
A jab from DeSilva misses.
Alcala thinks about countering with a body kick.
DeSilva connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Alcala momentarily.
DeSilva dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
DeSilva fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alcala will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A swing and a miss from DeSilva.
Alcala throws a head kick that misses. #TD2#
DeSilva scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #T1#
Alcala is refusing to be controlled, as DeSilva sits in half guard.
Alcala blocking the ground and pound attempt from DeSilva.
Alcala wants to control but DeSilva is keeping busy and won't allow it.
DeSilva is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
DeSilva wants to free his trapped foot but Alcala is holding on for dear life with his legs.
DeSilva not landing any meaningful shots this time.
DeSilva is trying to control. Alcala wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Alcala moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
DeSilva with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Alcala is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Alcala controlling the position.
DeSilva keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Alcala's head.
Alcala really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
DeSilva controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
DeSilva trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
DeSilva is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
DeSilva throws an elbow that misses. Alcala uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in DeSilva's guard. Nice move by Alcala!#REVR#
Alcala tries to stand but DeSilva is controlling from the bottom.
DeSilva looking to control.
DeSilva wants to sweep here but Alcala controlling him for the moment.
Alcala pushing down on DeSilva's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T3#
Alcala looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
DeSilva regains full guard. Nicely done. #SU#
Alcala stands and steps away. DeSilva gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Alcala scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A slow jab from Alcala misses its intended target.
Alcala is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
DeSilva stuns Alcala with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
DeSilva throws a lazy uppercut
and Alcala connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC#
DeSilva is rocked!
Alcala throws a quick head kick that knocks DeSilva silly! This fight is all over! What a finish! Alcala is up on the cage, taking in the applause from the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Rodney Alcala!
After the fight, Rodney Alcala was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 29, 2020

#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by DeSilva or perhaps it was just good defense by Heikkinen, which made it look bad.
DeSilva keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
DeSilva missing with a left hand there. Heikkinen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Heikkinen lands with a thumping leg kick. #TD#
DeSilva darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Heikkinen is trying to defend against the ground and pound but DeSilva scores with a couple of nice shots.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. DeSilva connects with a nice short shot to Heikkinen's temple.
DeSilva is nestled in close to Heikkinen, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
DeSilva is trying to control. Heikkinen wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
DeSilva not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DeSilva missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Heikkinen tries to get to full guard but DeSilva has control of the leg.
DeSilva wants to take a breather but Heikkinen is having none of it. #T1#
DeSilva landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
DeSilva is controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Heikkinen looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
DeSilva trying to control from half guard but Heikkinen is working away.
DeSilva throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
DeSilva scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Nice strikes from DeSilva there. #T2#
DeSilva thows a huge punch but Heikkinen dodges it nicely.
DeSilva sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Heikkinen defending well though.
DeSilva winds up and cracks Heikkinen with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
DeSilva scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
DeSilva perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
DeSilva misses with a head shot. Heikkinen uses the momentum to regain guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as DeSilva accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
DeSilva lands a couple of digs.
DeSilva trying to control the position from guard on top but Heikkinen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
DeSilva stands up over Heikkinen, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
DeSilva distracts Heikkinen with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T3#
Heikkinen is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Heikkinen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Heikkinen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Heikkinen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
DeSilva makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#ES2#
Heikkinen wriggles free and stands up. #CL#
DeSilva gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
DeSilva lands a right hand that snaps the head of Heikkinen backwards.
Heikkinen presses DeSilva against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Heikkinen tries to land a knee to the head but DeSilva blocks with his arms.
Heikkinen lands a body shot in the clinch.
DeSilva working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Heikkinen lands with a right to the head.
Heikkinen lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Heikkinen tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Heikkinen is looking to break free of the clinch but DeSilva has double underhooks. #T4#
Heikkinen blocks an uppercut. #TD#
DeSilva is trying to trip Heikkinen. He has hold of a leg but Heikkinen is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. DeSilva persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
DeSilva might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
DeSilva trying to control the position from guard on top but Heikkinen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Heikkinen preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
DeSilva wants to control from the top but Heikkinen keeps moving.
DeSilva sitting in guard here, content to control.
Heikkinen wants to sweep here but DeSilva controlling him for the moment.
DeSilva loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
DeSilva landing with the ground and pound.
DeSilva working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva 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#
Heikkinen throws an ugly left hook that misses
and DeSilva counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Heikkinen misses with a looping left.
DeSilva swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DeSilva misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Heikkinen.
DeSilva swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
DeSilva rushes Heikkinen and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Heikkinen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Heikkinen using the Thai plumb to throw knees but DeSilva has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by DeSilva.
Heikkinen throws a punch but it's blocked by DeSilva.
Nice body punch from DeSilva - that landed with a thud.
DeSilva misses with a body punch.
DeSilva swings wildly with an uppercut but Heikkinen uses good head movement to avoid it.
DeSilva is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Heikkinen can do to turn this around?
DeSilva working aggressively here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from DeSilva.
Heikkinen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
DeSilva lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Heikkinen backwards.
DeSilva goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
DeSilva blocks an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DeSilva lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T1#
Heikkinen tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
DeSilva lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A head punch on the inside from Heikkinen fails to land.
Heikkinen misses with a body punch.
Heikkinen blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from DeSilva.
DeSilva lands a hook to the side of the head.
Heikkinen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
DeSilva blocks an uppercut.
Heikkinen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
DeSilva lands a hook that snaps the head of Heikkinen backwards.
DeSilva misses with the head strike.
DeSilva is leaning against Heikkinen and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Heikkinen.
DeSilva throws a head punch that misses.
Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Heikkinen.
DeSilva misses with some punches.
DeSilva misses with a hook from the clinch.
DeSilva lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Heikkinen scores with a shot to the side of DeSilva's head.
DeSilva lands a hook that snaps the head of Heikkinen backwards.
Heikkinen blocks a body shot from DeSilva. #T2#
DeSilva misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Heikkinen's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
DeSilva defending well as Heikkinen loads up on a big left hand.
Heikkinen leaves DeSilva with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Heikkinen misses with a hook
and Heikkinen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Heikkinen staying out of range there.
Heikkinen connects with a leg kick. DeSilva looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Heikkinen looks to score with a jab to the body but DeSilva is just out of range.
DeSilva tries to clinch there but Heikkinen circles away.
Heikkinen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as DeSilva throws out the jab.
Heikkinen looks to score with a jab to the body but DeSilva is just out of range.
Heikkinen misses with a looping left.
The fight stays on the outside here - DeSilva looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
DeSilva looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
DeSilva misses with an uppercut
and Heikkinen counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
DeSilva gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Heikkinen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from DeSilva.#T3#
Heikkinen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeSilva manages to avoid it.
Heikkinen gets cracked with a nice right hand there by DeSilva.
Heikkinen closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
DeSilva throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Heikkinen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
DeSilva looks to land a left hand but Heikkinen moved out of range nicely.
DeSilva looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
DeSilva fails with an attempt to clinch.
DeSilva tries for a takedown but Heikkinen circles away easily
and Heikkinen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
DeSilva uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Heikkinen lands a nice looking body shot.
DeSilva loads up on a big right hand but Heikkinen slips the punch.
DeSilva fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva. That's going to take a lot out of him.
DeSilva throws a jab but it's blocked by Heikkinen.
Heikkinen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Heikkinen tried to score with a low kick but DeSilva checks it.#T4##TD#
DeSilva drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Heikkinen controls DeSilva momentarily but DeSilva frees himself.
Heikkinen wants to sweep here but DeSilva controlling him for the moment.
Heikkinen wants to stand and escape but DeSilva is having none of it.
DeSilva passes Heikkinen's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Heikkinen tries to kick DeSilva off but DeSilva keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Heikkinen wants to improve his position but DeSilva is controlling well.
Heikkinen regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from DeSilva.
DeSilva lands a couple of digs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Heikkinen throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling DeSilva to counter with a crisp jab. #CL#
DeSilva clinches with his opponent.
DeSilva lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Heikkinen backwards.
Heikkinen looking to throw knees to the head but DeSilva is blocking nicely.
DeSilva blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for DeSilva.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Heikkinen.
DeSilva lands a right hand that snaps the head of Heikkinen backwards.
DeSilva blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by DeSilva.
Heikkinen lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Heikkinen lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Heikkinen struggles to land a body shot inside as DeSilva controls his hands.
DeSilva gets through Heikkinen's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Heikkinen with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
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!
DeSilva misses with the head strike.
DeSilva throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
DeSilva lands a left hand.
DeSilva lands with a left to the head.
DeSilva tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Heikkinen's elbow.
Heikkinen lands a body punch in the clinch. #T1#
DeSilva lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Heikkinen throws a punch but it's blocked by DeSilva.
Heikkinen throws a head punch that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, DeSilva creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
DeSilva misses with some punches.
DeSilva lands a body shot in the clinch.
Heikkinen takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Heikkinen struggles to land a body shot inside as DeSilva controls his hands.
Heikkinen working aggressively here.
Heikkinen wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but DeSilva has him pressed against the cage.
DeSilva lands with a left to the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from DeSilva.
DeSilva lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC2#
Heikkinen breaks the clinch.
DeSilva lands with a right hand.
Heikkinen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
DeSilva keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Heikkinen.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Heikkinen, as that shot connected.
DeSilva moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DeSilva darts in looking for a takedown but Heikkinen gets double underhooks and turns DeSilva into the cage.
Heikkinen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
DeSilva takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T2#
Heikkinen looks to land a right hand but DeSilva moved out of range.
DeSilva fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Heikkinen on the side of the head.
DeSilva displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Heikkinen lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Heikkinen swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and DeSilva counters with a nice double leg into guard. #ES2#
Heikkinen wriggles free and stands up.
Heikkinen walks into a jab.
Heikkinen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#TD#
DeSilva looking to score a takedown here. Heikkinen is defending well but DeSilva drives through and ends up in Heikkinen's guard.
DeSilva with a flurry of punches that miss.
DeSilva not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Heikkinen preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3#
DeSilva throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
DeSilva working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Heikkinen's head.
Heikkinen keeping moving, preventing DeSilva from controlling successfully.
DeSilva postures up in Heikkinen's guard and throws a big left but Heikkinen blocks it.
DeSilva is standing up over Heikkinen. Heikkinen looks to escape but DeSilva dives into side control.
DeSilva landing a few strikes.
DeSilva trying to control the position but Heikkinen is working away.
DeSilva scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Heikkinen to see if he's OK.
DeSilva in side control, throwing shots but Heikkinen defends. #T4#
DeSilva creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
DeSilva connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Heikkinen some visible discomfort.
Kaino Heikkinen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
DeSilva wants to lay and pray for a moment but Heikkinen keeps working.
DeSilva works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
The ground and pound from DeSilva seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Heikkinen tries to get back to half guard but can't.
DeSilva wants to control but Heikkinen is keeping him busy.
DeSilva cracks Heikkinen with a big right hand but Heikkinen just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
DeSilva content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Heikkinen taking punishment in the form of punches.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva!
A victorious Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: TWGC 27 (185lbs, D2): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1
Date: Dec 14, 2019

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tevin Felix (ranked 1926 p4p, 0 weight class) and Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva (ranked 2005 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

171 cm
24 yrs
183 lbs

176 cm
25 yrs
187 lbs

Felix

DeSilva

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Tevin Felix! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Mauricio Rocha and Paulo Santos.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

DeSilva has closed the distance and engaged Felix in a clinch.
Felix has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. DeSilva is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.

DeSilva gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Felix (0) vs (2) DeSilva
Felix won't allow DeSilva to pass to mount.

Felix looking for submissions off his back.
DeSilva is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Felix wants to improve his position but DeSilva is controlling well.

DeSilva is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Felix has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

DeSilva wants to work for an arm triangle but Felix is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.

Felix actively working from the bottom here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Felix manages to get to full guard.

Felix is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and DeSilva defends well.

Felix is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. DeSilva is aware though and is defending well.
We've been hearing good reports from Felix's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.

DeSilva drops back, looking for a kneebar! Felix looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Felix looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Felix!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Felix (4) vs (2) DeSilva
DeSilva is trying to control Felix's posture but Felix avoids it.

Felix looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
DeSilva is trying to improve his position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Felix tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
DeSilva is trying to improve his position.

Felix is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. DeSilva knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Felix wants to lay and pray for a moment but DeSilva keeps working.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DeSilva is trying to control Felix's posture but Felix avoids it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
DeSilva is trying to get back to half guard.
Felix wants to control but DeSilva is keeping him busy.

Felix looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.

Felix is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, DeSilva has escaped the position, nice work there.
DeSilva is trying to control Felix's posture but Felix avoids it.

Felix is trying to get an arm triangle but DeSilva is defending well.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
DeSilva tries to buck Felix off but Felix is having none of it.
DeSilva has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.

Felix is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, DeSilva has escaped the position, nice work there.

Felix is working to tighten his grip on DeSilva's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. DeSilva has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Felix is really squeezing tight and eventually DeSilva passes out! Felix breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Tevin Felix!
After winning the bout, Tevin Felix thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CFC 6: Return Of A King
Date: Oct 05, 2019

#R1#
DeSilva leaves Huang with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL#
DeSilva moves into range and clinches up with Huang.
Huang is looking for a takedown.
DeSilva lands a body punch in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from DeSilva.
DeSilva lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Huang backwards.
A short right from DeSilva.
DeSilva lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD2#
Huang jumps into guard, dragging DeSilva to the mat.
Huang keeping moving, preventing DeSilva from controlling successfully.
DeSilva trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Huang looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Huang is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
DeSilva is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
My spies in Relentless Gym inform me that Huang has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Huang is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, DeSilva has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1#
DeSilva keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Huang is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and DeSilva defends it well.
DeSilva is pressing down on Huang's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
DeSilva working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Huang has passed into half guard!
Huang with the ground and pound but DeSilva uses the opportunity to regain guard.
DeSilva utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Huang throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Huang drops back looking for a leg! DeSilva is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and DeSilva manages to kick Huang off! Huang jumps back into DeSilva's guard.
Huang advances to half guard. #T2##SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Huang looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
DeSilva is trying to maintain the position but Huang is very close to passing his half guard.
DeSilva tries to get to full guard but Huang has control of the leg.
DeSilva is working hard here to advance position.
Huang missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Ground and pound from Huang.
DeSilva is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Huang is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed DeSilva to slip a leg under and get back to full guard. #SUB#
DeSilva escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Huang gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
DeSilva looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Huang passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Huang is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. DeSilva doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Huang.
DeSilva keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T4#
Huang wants to take a breather but DeSilva is having none of it.
Huang winds up and cracks DeSilva with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Huang content to control rather than advance.
DeSilva is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Huang scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Huang is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Huang trying to control but DeSilva is working from the bottom.
DeSilva has momentary wrist control but Huang slips an elbow through the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oliver Huang dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
DeSilva fails with an attempt to clinch.
DeSilva stuffs the takedown attempt from Huang. Huang gets slowly back to his feet.
DeSilva throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Huang counters with a nice double leg into side control. DeSilva won't be happy with that.
DeSilva tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Huang working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
DeSilva gets back to half guard.
DeSilva tries to get to full guard but Huang has control of the leg.
Huang has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Huang scoring with strikes to the body and head.
DeSilva is looking to improve his position.
Huang looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks DeSilva with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T1##SUB2#
Huang is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and DeSilva defends it well.
Huang landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
DeSilva looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
DeSilva works his way to full guard. Good work.
Huang passes easily into side control. Nice work.
DeSilva is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
DeSilva is not content to let Huang control the position. #SUB2#
Huang working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T2#
DeSilva is looking for a sweep.
Huang trying to control the position but DeSilva is working away.
DeSilva manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB2#
Huang is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so DeSilva is just riding it out for now. Huang eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
DeSilva looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
DeSilva wants to improve his position but Huang is controlling well.
DeSilva trying to control but Huang postures up.
DeSilva knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Huang on the ground.
DeSilva is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#SUB#
DeSilva looking for submissions off his back.
DeSilva is staying active underneath Huang, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
DeSilva trying to get back to full guard but Huang takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
DeSilva is desperately trying to improve his position but Huang has a good base and remains in mount.
DeSilva manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T4#
DeSilva trying to control here.
DeSilva tries to roll over but Huang keeps him under control.
Huang is thwarting DeSilva's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
DeSilva is defending against the submission attempts here by Huang.
Huang takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Huang moves into full mount! DeSilva won't be happy about that!
Oliver Huang has got the better of the ground game so far.
DeSilva wants to control but Huang is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oliver Huang showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
DeSilva throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Huang shoots in looking for a takedown but DeSilva manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Huang's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
DeSilva connects with a right hand. Huang shakes it off.
DeSilva throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Huang sees it coming and avoids it easily.
DeSilva ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Huang closes this distance looking for a takedown but DeSilva circles away.
DeSilva feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Huangs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CL#
DeSilva has Huang up against the cage in a clinch.
A short left from DeSilva.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeSilva digs a right hand underneath Huang's ribcage. Huang let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short uppercut from DeSilva.
DeSilva can't find room to land a body shot as Huang controls the action.
Huang wants a takedown.
Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Oliver Huang.
DeSilva gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Huang.
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!
Huang tries to pull guard but DeSilva forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T1#
DeSilva lands with a short shot to the head.
DeSilva misses with the head strike.
Huang goes for a takedown attempt but DeSilva pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #CL#
DeSilva clinches up with Huang and pushes him back against the cage.
Huang is looking for a takedown up against the cage. DeSilva gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
DeSilva can't find room to land a body shot as Huang controls the action.
DeSilva lands a right hand.
Nice body punch from DeSilva - that landed with a thud.
Huang takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Huang has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by DeSilva after a bit of a struggle.
DeSilva lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right from DeSilva on the inside.
DeSilva lands a body punch in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by DeSilva.
DeSilva scores with a nice hook to the head.#T2#
DeSilva lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
DeSilva lands with a right to the head.
A left hand lands to the body for DeSilva.
Huang's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
DeSilva lands a shoulder strike. #BC#
DeSilva breaks the clinch.
Huang steps to the side to avoid the strikes from DeSilva.
The fighters circling - DeSilva throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Huang is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Huang swats away the attempt to clinch by DeSilva.
Huang circles away from the clinch attempt.
Huang tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but DeSilva defends well and Huang ends up having to push DeSilva into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
DeSilva lands a lovely overhand right.
Huang keeps the fight on the outside.
Huang swats away the attempt to clinch by DeSilva.#T3#
DeSilva takes a swing at Huang's ribcage but misses.
Huang drops down looking to force a counter takedown but DeSilva defends it well.
DeSilva lands a jab to the nose.
Huang looks for a takedown but DeSilva sprawls well.
DeSilva lands a lovely overhand right.
A big left from DeSilva misses.
Huang tries for a takedown but DeSilva circles away easily
and DeSilva counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
DeSilva pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva is winning the standup battle so far.
Huang walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
DeSilva is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Huang is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #TD2#
Huang fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging DeSilva to the ground. Huang is now in DeSilva's guard.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
DeSilva has his foot on Huang's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Huang works his way back into a safe position though.
Huang has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Huang avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Huang working some strikes from top position.
Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
DeSilva looking for a sweep. Not yet DeSilva, not yet.
Huang advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Huang in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. DeSilva tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Huang!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Oliver Huang!

Event: CFC 5: Challengers
Date: Sep 21, 2019

#R1#
Liguy takes a jab right on the kisser.
DeSilva tests Liguy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Liguy closes the distance and clinches up with DeSilva, looking for a takedown. Liguy pushes DeSilva against the cage but DeSilva circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL#
DeSilva has Liguy up against the cage in a clinch.
DeSilva keeps control of Liguy as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
DeSilva lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Liguy backwards.
DeSilva working some nice short punches in the clinch.
DeSilva prevents the takedown attempt.
DeSilva scores with a shot to the side of Liguy's head.
Liguy tries for a takedown. No joy.
Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Oleg Liguy.
A short right from DeSilva on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from DeSilva.
Liguy looks winded!
DeSilva lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
DeSilva lands a nice uppercut.
Liguy wants to stall.
DeSilva lands a shoulder strike.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, DeSilva creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
DeSilva lands a left hand that snaps the head of Liguy backwards.
DeSilva lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Liguy backwards.
DeSilva lands on the inside with an uppercut.
DeSilva lands a left hand. #T1#
DeSilva pushes Liguy back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
DeSilva lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Liguy backwards. #ROC#
Liguy is rocked!#KD#
DeSilva connects with a big uppercut there that sends Liguy tumbling to the ground! DeSilva follows him down into his guard.
Liguy is still in real trouble! Can DeSilva finish him?
DeSilva postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Liguy covers up, he's hurt! DeSilva keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from DeSilva and the ref steps in to end the fight! DeSilva can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva!
A victorious Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: AEW 17
Date: Jul 20, 2019

#R1#
Brown tries to clinch there but DeSilva circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from DeSilva misses the target.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
DeSilva misses with a series of wild punches.
Brown misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from DeSilva. #CL#
DeSilva fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Brown, pushing him back against the cage.
DeSilva works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Brown blocking some punches.
DeSilva misses with the head strike.
DeSilva working aggressively here.
A short right from DeSilva.
DeSilva misses with a hook from the clinch.
Brown wants to take the fight to the mat but DeSilva manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
DeSilva misses with a hook from the clinch.
DeSilva lands with a short head shot on the inside.
DeSilva swings away with an uppercut that misses.
DeSilva goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T1#
DeSilva lands a left hand that snaps the head of Brown backwards.
DeSilva tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
DeSilva misses with a punch to the body.
DeSilva misses with the head strike.
Brown blocking some punches.
Brown jumps guard but DeSilva turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
DeSilva tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Brown's elbow.
DeSilva stops a takedown attempt from Brown.
Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Trey Brown.
Brown blocks a punch to the side of the head.
DeSilva is leaning against Brown and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
DeSilva throws a punch but it's blocked by Brown.
DeSilva tries a body shot but Brown blocks it.
DeSilva misses with a short punch on the inside.
DeSilva doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
DeSilva digs a right hand underneath Brown's ribcage. Brown let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T2#
Still in the clinch, DeSilva scores with a nice short uppercut.
Brown blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from DeSilva fails to land.
DeSilva lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Brown backwards.
DeSilva lands a shoulder strike.
DeSilva lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeSilva misses with a body punch.
DeSilva works on Brown's body with a couple of short punches.
DeSilva misses with some punches.
DeSilva lands a hook to the side of the head.
DeSilva pushes Brown back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
DeSilva lands a body shot in the clinch.
Brown misses with a knee strike.
DeSilva tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Brown's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T3#
DeSilva throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for DeSilva.
DeSilva struggles to land a body shot inside as Brown controls his hands.
DeSilva goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
DeSilva lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from DeSilva - that landed with a thud.
DeSilva lands a left hand that snaps the head of Brown backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by DeSilva.
Brown blocks a punch to the side of the head.
DeSilva throws a head punch that misses.
Brown tries to land a knee to the head but DeSilva blocks with his arms.
DeSilva working aggressively here.
DeSilva has a couple of punches blocked by Brown.
Brown gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from DeSilva.
Brown blocking some punches. #T4#
Brown blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from DeSilva.
DeSilva can't find room to land a body shot as Brown controls the action.
Brown with an attempt at a knee that misses.
DeSilva lands with a short head shot on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DeSilva lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Brown backwards.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by DeSilva as Brown tries to tie him up. #BC2#
Brown manages to break the clinch.
Brown fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeSilva manages to avoid it.
DeSilva leaves Brown with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Brown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Brown lands a nice hook to DeSilva's body. DeSilva takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A left lands for Brown.
Brown just misses with a punch to the body.
Brown throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
DeSilva throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Brown stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by DeSilva.
DeSilva is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Brown can do to turn this around?
DeSilva fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Brown misses with a shot to the body
and DeSilva counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Brown is looking to clinch.
DeSilva digs a good hook to Brown's body.
DeSilva throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Brown on the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Brown takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Brown tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
DeSilva has Brown up against the cage in a clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for DeSilva.
Brown is breathing heavily.
DeSilva throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Browns head.
DeSilva lands a left hand. #T1#
A hook to the body from DeSilva.
Brown misses with an elbow over the top.
Brown blocks a punch to the side of the head.
DeSilva throws a head punch that misses.
DeSilva lands a shoulder strike.
Brown takes a shot to the head.
DeSilva is leaning against Brown and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
DeSilva presses Brown against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
DeSilva lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
DeSilva lands with a left to the head.
DeSilva lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
DeSilva misses with the head strike.
DeSilva working aggressively here.
DeSilva fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Brown has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. DeSilva avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T2#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, DeSilva creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brown blocks an uppercut.
DeSilva tries a body shot but Brown blocks it.
DeSilva misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
DeSilva lands a body punch in the clinch.
DeSilva lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
DeSilva softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
DeSilva working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
DeSilva throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Browns head.
DeSilva misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from DeSilva.
Brown blocks a punch to the side of the head.
DeSilva lands a body shot in the clinch. #T3#
DeSilva scores with a shoulder strike.
DeSilva scores with a shot to the side of Brown's head.
DeSilva tries a body shot but Brown blocks it.
DeSilva lands an uppercut.
DeSilva lands a left hand.
A short right from DeSilva on the inside. #ROC#
Brown is rocked!
DeSilva cracks Brown with a nice body shot.
Brown is still on wobbly legs! Can DeSilva finish him?
DeSilva misses with a hook from the clinch.
Brown seems to have recovered his senses.
DeSilva can't find room to land a body shot as Brown controls the action.
DeSilva lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Brown prevents a body shot from DeSilva.
DeSilva is looking to take this one to the mat.
DeSilva lands a body punch.
DeSilva working aggressively here. #T4#
DeSilva makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A short right from DeSilva on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch on the inside from DeSilva fails to land.
Brown has had enough of the clinch but DeSilva keeps him there for the moment.
DeSilva misses with a short punch on the inside.
DeSilva tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
DeSilva struggles to land a body shot inside as Brown controls his hands.
DeSilva struggles to land a body shot inside as Brown controls his hands.
Brown misses with a knee to the head.
DeSilva misses with a punch to the body.
DeSilva lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
DeSilva digs a right hand underneath Brown's ribcage. Brown let out a lung full of air as it connected.
DeSilva lands a left hand that snaps the head of Brown backwards.
DeSilva lands a right hand that snaps the head of Brown backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
DeSilva bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
DeSilva connects with a right hand. Brown shakes it off.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Brown is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. DeSilva is defending well for now.
Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva has scored more points in the clinch so far.
DeSilva working aggressively here.
Brown is working for takedown but DeSilva is calmly controlling the position for now.
A head punch on the inside from DeSilva fails to land.
DeSilva misses with a punch on the inside.
A short left from DeSilva.
DeSilva tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good body shot from DeSilva.
Brown takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
DeSilva is trying to drag Brown to the mat but Brown just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
DeSilva lands a right hand. #T1#
A short body shot lands from DeSilva as the two fighters clinch.
DeSilva lands a left hand.
DeSilva has a couple of punches blocked by Brown.
DeSilva softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, DeSilva creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
DeSilva misses with a punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for DeSilva.
DeSilva lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Brown backwards.
DeSilva doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
DeSilva tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from DeSilva.
DeSilva tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
DeSilva misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
Nice body punch from DeSilva.
DeSilva lands a body shot.
DeSilva lands a shoulder strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DeSilva lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
DeSilva throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Browns head.
Trey Brown has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
DeSilva scores with a shot to the side of Brown's head.
Brown blocks an uppercut.
DeSilva has a couple of punches blocked by Brown.
DeSilva has a couple of punches blocked by Brown.
A right hand to the body from DeSilva.
DeSilva fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
DeSilva misses with a short punch on the inside.
DeSilva lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
DeSilva lands a nice shot to the body. #T3#
DeSilva lands a body punch in the clinch.
Brown's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
DeSilva lands with a short head shot on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, DeSilva creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
DeSilva goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
DeSilva scores with a shoulder strike.
DeSilva lands a right hand.
DeSilva lands with a light punch inside.
DeSilva works on Brown's body with a couple of short punches.
A short right from DeSilva on the inside.
DeSilva lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Brown or not.
DeSilva creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Brown with a big uppercut! Brown tries to clinch up but DeSilva pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Brown to the mat! Brown covers up and DeSilva unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva!
Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: AEW 7
Date: Jun 15, 2019

#R1#
DeSilva jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Shah moves in looking to clinch but DeSilva pushes him off.
DeSilva scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#CUT2#
It looks like Akbar Shah has been cut.
Shah looks to land a combination but DeSilva avoids it well.
DeSilva throws out a counter right but Shah avoids it with no problem.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that DeSilva has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Danga de danga de dang - DeSilva scores with a four punch combination!#ROC2#
Shah is rocked!
Shah bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Shah scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Shah moves out of range as DeSilva strikes.
DeSilva misses with a body shot.
Shah connects with the punch.
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!
Shah fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeSilva manages to avoid it.#KD2#
Oh, that's a big right hand from DeSilva and Shah goes tumbling to the canvas! DeSilva follows him to the ground and looks to finish from half guard.
Oh Shah is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Shah on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Shah tries to get out of the position.
DeSilva lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Shah! More strikes land and this one is all over! DeSilva jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva!
After winning the bout, Murilo Mauricio Ninja DeSilva thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 16
Date: Oct 13, 2018

#R1##CL#
Murphy has closed the distance and engaged Khavari in a clinch.
Khavari lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Murphy backwards.
Murphy with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Khavari lands with a short shot to the head.
Khavari lands a hook that snaps the head of Murphy backwards.
Murphy throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Khavari blocks it with crossed arms.
Khavari lands a shot to the body.
Khavari scores with a shot to the side of Murphy's head.
Khavari lands with a left to the head.
Murphy throws a knee to the head but misses.
A short right from Khavari.
Murphy using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Khavari has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Khavari is working Murphy over against the cage.
Murphy is breathing heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Khavari creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short body shot lands from Khavari as the two fighters clinch.
Murphy 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.
Khavari lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Khavari lands a left hand that snaps the head of Murphy backwards.
Khavari lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Khavari breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Murphy takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CUT2#
It looks like Shane Murphy has been cut.
Murphy has his takedown stuffed
and Khavari counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1##KD2#
Khavari drops Murphy with a big left hand and mounts him. Murphy is in big trouble! #ROC2#
Murphy is rocked!
Khavari landing punches.
Oh Murphy is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
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!
Whack. That's a big, big shot from Khavari! Murphy is out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Hesam Khavari! Hesam Khavari retains his middleweight title!
Hesam Khavari decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 11
Date: Sep 15, 2018

#R1#
Khavari throws a right hand that misses
and Khavari takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Khavari throws a looping overhand right but Yoshida ducks down to avoid it. #CL2#
Yoshida forces Khavari back against the cage and clinches.
Yoshida lands a nice elbow.
Yoshida blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Khavari breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Yoshida closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Khavari breaks from the clinch.
Khavari thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL2#
Yoshida instigates a clinch.
Khavari has a couple of punches blocked by Yoshida.
Yoshida struggles to land a body shot inside as Khavari controls his hands.
Khavari working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Khavari.
Khavari blocks a body shot from Yoshida.
Khavari cracks Yoshida with a nice body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Yoshida blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Yoshida looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Khavari lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Yoshida blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Khavari takes an elbow to the forehead.
A right hand to the body from Khavari. #T1#
Khavari lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Yoshida backwards.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Yoshida.
Khavari working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Khavari fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Khavari has a couple of punches blocked by Yoshida.
Khavari lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Khavari lands an uppercut.
Yoshida can't find room to land a body shot as Khavari controls the action.
Khavari misses with a hook from the clinch.
Yoshida blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Khavari lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Yoshida.
Yoshida has a couple of punches blocked by Khavari.
Khavari swings wildly with an uppercut but Yoshida uses good head movement to avoid it.
Khavari lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Yoshida lands a body shot.
Khavari lands with a short shot to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Yoshida avoiding damage. #BC#
Khavari breaks the clinch.
Yoshida uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Khavari.
Nice defenses there by Yoshida.#T2##CL2#
Yoshida moves into the clinch successfully.
Yoshida struggles to land a body shot inside as Khavari controls his hands.
Khavari lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Yoshida.
A short left from Khavari.
Khavari blocks an elbow strike from Yoshida.
Yoshida pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Khavari lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Khavari lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Khavari breaks the clinch.
Yoshida swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Yoshida takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Yoshida looks winded!
Khavari throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Yoshida tries to close the distance and clinch but Khavari swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Khavari swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Khavari lands an overhand right.#CUT#
It looks like Lyoto Yoshida has been cut.
Khavari throws a big shot that misses.
Yoshida thinks about the counter body kick.
Khavari misses with a hook.
Yoshida slips a jab from Khavari.#T3##CL2#
Yoshida has closed the distance and engaged Khavari in a clinch.
Yoshida trying to control the position but instead, Khavari has worked for underhooks and has pushed Yoshida into the cage.
Yoshida tries to stall but Khavari uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Yoshida tries to throw a body punch but Khavari avoids it by throwing Yoshida back against the cage.
Yoshida blocks an uppercut.
Yoshida throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Khavaris head.
Yoshida lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Yoshida tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Khavari's elbow.
Khavari swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Yoshida blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Yoshida is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Khavari is keeping busy.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Khavari creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Khavari makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Yoshida blocks a body shot from Khavari. #BC#
Khavari breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Khavari connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A telegraphed right hand from Khavari misses the target.
Yoshida uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Khavari.
Yoshida looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Khavari is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Yoshida's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.#T4#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Khavari, as that shot connected. #ROC#
Yoshida is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Both fighters circle each other, looking for something big. Khavari moves in and throws an overhand right. That hurt Yoshida! Khavari continues to tee off on Yoshida, landing with a left and a right! Khavari connects with a right hand that leaves Yoshida sleeping against the cage! What a finish by Khavari!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Hesam Khavari!
Hesam Khavari is the new middleweight champion!
A relieved looking Hesam Khavari thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 4
Date: Aug 04, 2018

#R1#
Hadley wants to clinch up but Khavari keeps it at a distance.
Hadley leaves Khavari with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hadley throws a big counter combination but Khavari scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Hadley swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Khavari looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A cross from Khavari lands.
Hadley drops his hands momentarily and Khavari takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Khavari displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hadley throws out the jab.
Khavari has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Hadley needs to keep his hands up - Khavari had a free shot at his head there.#ROC2#
Hadley is rocked!
Hadley will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Khavari fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Hadley to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Hadley looks to clinch but Khavari throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Hadley taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Hesam Khavari!
Hesam Khavari thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 31, 2018

#R1##TD2#
Glenn looking to score a takedown here. Khavari is defending well but Glenn drives through and ends up in Khavari's guard.
Khavari might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Khavari looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Glenn puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Glenn is looking to take a break and control but Khavari is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Khavari is trying to control but can't.
Khavari blocking the ground and pound attempt from Glenn.
Glenn prevents Khavari from improving his position.
Khavari manages to get to full guard.
Glenn has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Glenn keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Khavari's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Glenn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Khavari is keeping the position for now.
Glenn stopping the sweep attempt from Khavari.
Khavari is trying to control the position but Glenn postures up. #T1#
Glenn content to stall in guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Khavari is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Khavari thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Glenn's head.
Khavari is looking to stall here but Glenn recovers full guard.
Glenn lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Khavari is trying to keep Glenn in close.
Glenn stays in close to Khavari's body and controls the position.
Glenn tries to free his leg and advance position but Khavari is retaining full guard. #T2#
Glenn is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Glenn is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Glenn makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Glenn scoring with some ground and pound.
Khavari trying to keep a closed guard but Glenn is proving a slippery customer.
Khavari looking to hit a scissor sweep but Glenn is one step ahead there.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Glenn chips away with some ground and pound.
Glenn trying to control but Khavari is working from the bottom.
Glenn passes Khavari's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Glenn tries to stand and escape but Khavari is controlling the position. #T3#
Glenn not doing much here.
Glenn lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Glenn looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Khavari with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Glenn prevents Khavari from improving his position.
Khavari is trying to maintain the position but Glenn is very close to passing his half guard.
Khavari is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Glenn is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Glenn is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4##SUB2#
Glenn is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Khavari doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Glenn.
Khavari knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Glenn on the ground.
Khavari wants to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Glenn missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Khavari is looking to control Glenn's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Khavari avoid being mounted?
Glenn is keen to just control but Khavari is a slippery customer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam B Glenn dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Khavari tries for a takedown but Glenn sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Glenn throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Khavari tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Glenn is in Khavari's guard.
Glenn works over Khavari with some ground and pound from guard.
Glenn is stalling in the full guard.
Glenn postures up.
Glenn has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Khavari is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Khavari stops Glenn from getting back to his feet.
Khavari lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Glenn is trying to maintain the position but Khavari is very close to passing his half guard.
Khavari working the head and body with strikes. #T1#
Glenn makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Glenn.
Glenn working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Khavari.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Glenn is on top in guard. #REVB#
Khavari can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Glenn controls the pace.
Khavari is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Khavari pulls Glenn in to control the position.
Khavari looking to control.
Glenn controlling from the top position.
Glenn postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2#
Khavari not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Khavari is looking to sweep but instead, Glenn has passed into half guard.
Khavari holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Khavari trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Glenn trying to control but Khavari is having none of it.
Glenn has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Khavari's face.
Glenn lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#T3#
Glenn prevents Khavari from getting the reversal.
Glenn wants to control the pace but Khavari is squirming around nicely.
Glenn pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Khavari is looking to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Glenn has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Khavari is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sam B Glenn!
The defeated Hesam Khavari had this to say: 'The matchmaker must've been on drugs making this fight, he should be sued for dangering my safety and general incompetence. Screw this!'.

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