Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: OFK 134 - Harper Vs Nagasaki
Date: Oct 17, 2021

#R1#
Bam Bam tries to clinch but Tiramanti moves out of range.
Bam Bam moves in looking to clinch but Tiramanti pushes him off.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bam Bam tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tiramanti paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Bam Bam closes the distance and clinches.
Tiramanti blocking some punches.
Tiramanti blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Tiramanti.
Bam Bam working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tiramanti.
Tiramanti slowing the pace effectively.
Still in the clinch, Bam Bam scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bam Bam keeps control of Tiramanti as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Bam Bam tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tiramanti.
Bam Bam misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bam Bam.
Tiramanti is trying to break free.
Tiramanti blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bam Bam swings wildly with an uppercut but Tiramanti uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Bam Bam fails to land. #BC#
Tiramanti escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T1#
Bam Bam tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tiramanti swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bam Bam takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Donk. Tiramanti catches Bam Bam right on the button with a cross.
Tiramanti lands a nice shot that snaps Bam Bam's head back.
Bam Bam has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Bam Bam fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bam Bam wants to clinch up but Tiramanti keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Bam Bam rushes Tiramanti and presses him up against the cage.
Tiramanti tries to circle away but Bam Bam has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Tiramanti's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bam Bam is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tiramanti is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Bam Bam.#CL2#
Bam Bam gets a clinch.
Bam Bam misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Tiramanti escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Tiramanti closes the distance and clinches.
Bam Bam swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bam Bam misses with some punches.
Bam Bam lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bam Bam throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Bam Bam swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tiramanti blocking some punches.
Tiramanti lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bam Bam backwards.
Bam Bam keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tiramanti's efforts to push away.
Bam Bam throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tiramantis head. #BC#
Tiramanti breaks from the clinch.
Tiramanti keeps the fight on the outside.
Tiramanti bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bam Bam's head.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bam Bam looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bam Bam is looking to clinch.
Bam Bam keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bam Bam wants to clinch.#CL2#
Bam Bam moves into the clinch successfully.
A short right from Bam Bam. #T3#
Bam Bam misses with some punches.
Tiramanti blocks an uppercut.
Tiramanti blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Tiramanti breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Tiramanti clinches with his opponent.
Bam Bam lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tiramanti scores with a shoulder strike.
Bam Bam working aggressively here.
Tiramanti lands an uppercut.
Bam Bam lands a right hand.
Tiramanti blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tiramanti blocking some punches.
Tiramanti misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tiramanti.
Bam Bam misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bam Bam has a couple of punches blocked by Tiramanti.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Tiramanti blocking some punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tiramanti lands an uppercut.#T4#
Tiramanti blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tiramanti displaying some good clinch control by pressing Bam Bam up against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Bam Bam fails to land. #BC#
Tiramanti breaks the clinch.
Tiramanti dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bam Bam tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tiramanti swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bam Bam tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tiramanti swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tiramanti attempts a counter takedown but Bam Bam avoids it well and moves away.#CL2#
Bam Bam drives through and clinches with Tiramanti against the cage.
Bam Bam misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Bam Bam fails to land.
Bam Bam misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tiramanti lands a left hand.
Bam Bam blocking some punches.
Tiramanti tries to throw a body punch but Bam Bam avoids it by throwing Tiramanti back against the cage.
Tiramanti misses with a punch on the inside.
We've been informed that Bam Bam has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Tiramanti dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Tiramanti tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside.
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 Cesare Tiramanti 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#
A decent looking cross lands there for Tiramanti.
Bam Bam fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bam Bam wants to clinch but Tiramanti slips to the side
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Bam Bam wants to clinch.
Bam Bam doesn't manage to clinch there - Tiramanti circles away.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#CL2#
Bam Bam forces Tiramanti back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Tiramanti breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bam Bam closes the distance looking to clinch
and Tiramanti counters with a stiff right hand. #CL2#
Tiramanti tries to keep at a distance but Bam Bam has taken the fight into the clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Tiramanti breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A jab from Tiramanti misses.
Bam Bam tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tiramanti manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tiramanti throws a jab when Bam Bam was well out of range.
Bam Bam wants to clinch up but Tiramanti keeps it at a distance.#T1##CL2#
Bam Bam takes the fight into the clinch.
Bam Bam has a couple of punches blocked by Tiramanti.
Tiramanti swings wildly with an uppercut but Bam Bam uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bam Bam throws a punch but it's blocked by Tiramanti.
Tiramanti wants to break the clinch but can't.
Bam Bam throws a punch but it's blocked by Tiramanti.
Tiramanti makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bam Bam lands with a short shot to the head.
A short uppercut from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam has a couple of punches blocked by Tiramanti. #BC#
Tiramanti breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Tiramanti rushes Bam Bam and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Tiramanti breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bam Bam moves in looking to clinch but Tiramanti pushes him off.
Tiramanti bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bam Bam's head.
Bam Bam tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tiramanti manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tiramanti misses with an uppercut. Bam Bam saw that one coming.
Bam Bam tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tiramanti manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Tiramanti moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CL#
Bam Bam tries to keep at a distance but Tiramanti has taken the fight into the clinch.
Tiramanti blocking some punches.
Bam Bam takes a shot to the head.
Bam Bam misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam lands with a right to the head.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC#
Tiramanti breaks the clinch.
Bam Bam closes the distance looking to clinch
and Tiramanti counters with a right hand to the body.
Bam Bam moves to clinch but Tiramanti breaks away #TD#
and Tiramanti counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tiramanti blocks the strikes from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam throws a strike from the bottom but Tiramanti passes into side control!
Tiramanti is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bam Bam can do to turn this around?
Bam Bam strikes from the bottom but Tiramanti takes advantage and advances to full mount!#T3#
Bam Bam bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Bam Bam scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB#
Tiramanti is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bam Bam defends well.
Bam Bam postures up and lands a big shot to Tiramanti's brow. #SUB#
Tiramanti working for a triangle but Bam Bam defends it easily.
Bam Bam lands a couple of decent looking shots.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bam Bam accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tiramanti keeping full guard, as Bam Bam tries to pass. #T4#
Tiramanti has momentary wrist control but Bam Bam slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB#
Tiramanti throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tiramanti has momentary wrist control but Bam Bam slips an elbow through the middle.
Bam Bam postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Tiramanti preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bam Bam with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Tiramanti has his foot on Bam Bam's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bam Bam works his way back into a safe position though.
Tiramanti has momentary wrist control but Bam Bam slips an elbow through the middle.
Tiramanti trying to control the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bam Bam accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bam Bam connects with a couple of short punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bam Bam with a nice head shot there.
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 Cesare Tiramanti will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3##CL2#
Tiramanti tries to keep at a distance but Bam Bam has taken the fight into the clinch.
Tiramanti has Bam Bam pressed against the cage.
Tiramanti is looking to break free of the clinch but Bam Bam has double underhooks.
Bam Bam tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tiramanti pushes Bam Bam back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bam Bam fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tiramanti blocking some punches.
Bam Bam tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tiramanti swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside.
A short left from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiramanti taking a breather.
Tiramanti blocking some punches.
Bam Bam misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bam Bam lands a nice uppercut.
Bam Bam blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bam Bam misses with the head strike. #T1#
Tiramanti misses with some punches. #BC#
Tiramanti's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Bam Bam darts in and clinches Tiramanti up against the cage.
Bam Bam tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bam Bam.
Tiramanti blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bam Bam working aggressively here.
Tiramanti lands an uppercut.
Bam Bam swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bam Bam working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bam Bam misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bam Bam fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tiramanti is struggling to control the position.
Bam Bam throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tiramantis head.
Tiramanti lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bam Bam backwards.
Bam Bam swings wildly with an uppercut but Tiramanti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bam Bam swings wildly with an uppercut but Tiramanti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bam Bam has a couple of punches blocked by Tiramanti.
Joey Bam Bam has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Tiramanti blocks a punch to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A frustrated look appears on Tiramanti's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Tiramanti lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tiramanti looking to stall.
A nice left hand lands by Tiramanti.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bam Bam.
Bam Bam misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Tiramanti fails to land.
Tiramanti scores with a nice hook to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bam Bam.
Tiramanti blocking some punches.
Bam Bam has a couple of punches blocked by Tiramanti.
A head punch on the inside from Bam Bam fails to land. #BC#
Tiramanti's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tiramanti stuns Bam Bam with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tiramanti keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Tiramanti moves into the clinch.#T3#
Tiramanti stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Tiramanti taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #BC#
Tiramanti's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
No joy there for Tiramanti, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tiramanti avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
Bam Bam closes the distance and clinches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tiramanti.
Bam Bam misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Tiramanti breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bam Bam tries to clinch up but Tiramanti circles away and keeps his distance.
Bam Bam's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tiramanti connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bam Bam scrambles back to his feet.
Tiramanti lands the left hand.
Bam Bam tries to clinch but Tiramanti moves out of range.
Tiramanti throws a hook but Bam Bam blocks it.
Tiramanti looks to score with a jab to the body but Bam Bam is just out of range.
Cesare Tiramanti is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Cesare Tiramanti is winning the standup battle so far.
Tiramanti fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tiramanti throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bam Bam.
Tiramanti avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T4#
Tiramanti works Bam Bam's body with a nice hook.
Bam Bam tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tiramanti manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tiramanti connects with a crisp jab.
Tiramanti lands the left hand.#CL2#
Bam Bam drives through and clinches with Tiramanti against the cage.
Tiramanti working hard to break the clinch.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Tiramanti breaks the clinch.
Bam Bam moves away from the strike by Tiramanti.
Bam Bam tries to clinch up.
Tiramanti lands a glancing blow to the side of Bam Bam's head.#CL2#
Bam Bam rushes Tiramanti and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Bam Bam misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bam Bam swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tiramanti gets through Bam Bam's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Bam Bam fails to land. #BC#
Tiramanti breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tiramanti moves away from the strike by Bam Bam.

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 Cesare Tiramanti.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tiramanti, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cesare Tiramanti!
A very excited looking Cesare Tiramanti rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: OFK 125 - Rhino Vs Barnes
Date: Sep 18, 2021

#R1#
Bam Bam ducks under a wild hook from Akharraz.
Akharraz pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jab, jab by Akharraz - just one landing. #CUT2#It looks like Joey Bam Bam has been cut.
Bam Bam tries to clinch there but Akharraz circles away.
Good exchange - Bam Bam coming out on top.
Bam Bam scores with a shot to the body.
Akharraz is looking to clinch.
Osama Akharraz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bam Bam tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bam Bam connects with the punch.#CL#
Akharraz tries to keep at a distance but Bam Bam has taken the fight into the clinch.
Akharraz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bam Bam.
Akharraz misses with a punch 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!
Bam Bam fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bam Bam throws a punch but it's blocked by Akharraz.
Bam Bam is trying to drag Akharraz to the mat but Akharraz just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD#
Bam Bam has hold of one of Akharraz's legs. Akharraz is fighting the takedown attempt but Bam Bam gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Akharraz wants to get back to his feet but Bam Bam is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Akharraz keeping full guard, as Bam Bam tries to pass.
Akharraz wants to stand and escape but Bam Bam is having none of it.
Bam Bam is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Akharraz avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Bam Bam 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.
Bam Bam cracks Akharraz with a solid left hand.
Akharraz is looking to stand up but Bam Bam isn't so interested in that idea.
Bam Bam working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Akharraz's head.
Bam Bam landing with the ground and pound. #T2#
Akharraz is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Bam Bam is controlling him.
Akharraz keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully.
Akharraz can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bam Bam controls the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bam Bam stops Akharraz from standing up.
Akharraz is wriggling around but Bam Bam manages to pass to half guard.
We've been hearing that Bam Bam has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Bam Bam prevents Akharraz from standing back up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bam Bam in particular looking to stall.
Akharraz wants to get back to his feet.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T3#
Bam Bam throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Bam Bam is looking to take a break and control but Akharraz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Akharraz is trying to stand. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bam Bam circles away from the clinch attempt
and Bam Bam counters with an inside leg kick. #CL2#
Akharraz rushes Bam Bam and presses him up against the cage.
Bam Bam misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bam Bam lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bam Bam tries to pull guard but Akharraz won't allow it.
Bam Bam swings wildly with an uppercut but Akharraz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Akharraz blocks an uppercut.
Bam Bam prevents a body shot from Akharraz.
Bam Bam lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Akharraz's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Akharraz is looking to control Bam Bam's arms but Bam Bam gets an underhook and turns him. Now Akharraz has his back to the cage.
Akharraz doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T4#
Akharraz misses with a punch on the inside.
Akharraz lands with a left to the head.
Bam Bam fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside.
Akharraz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from Bam Bam.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bam Bam tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Akharraz smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bam Bam. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Akharraz throws a hook but Bam Bam blocks it.
Akharraz throws a head kick that half lands.
Bam Bam walks into a jab.
Bam Bam slips a jab and a cross from Akharraz.
Bam Bam was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Akharraz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bam Bam.
Akharraz swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Akharraz misses with a head kick.
Bam Bam throws a body kick that misses.
Akharraz displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Bam Bam scores with a nice head shot.
Akharraz blocks the body kick.
Akharraz moves out of range as Bam Bam strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Akharraz connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bam Bam tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Akharraz manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bam Bam avoids the body shot from Akharraz.
Akharraz pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Bam Bam back to the cage. Akharraz follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Akharraz stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bam Bam.#CL2#
Akharraz closes the distance and pushes Bam Bam back into the cage.
Akharraz blocks an uppercut.
Bam Bam fails to pull guard.
Bam Bam changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Akharraz fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Bam Bam is looking to clinch but Akharraz is avoiding it.
Akharraz scores with a nice right hand.
Akharraz gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam on the wrong end of a nice 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!
Akharraz throws a combination. Bam Bam tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Akharraz throws a right hand that Bam Bam ducks under and follows up with a left that Bam Bam also avoids with ease.
A cross from Akharraz lands.
Akharraz throws a series of punches but Bam Bam moves out of range.
Akharraz checks a low kick from Bam Bam.
Akharraz jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1##CL#
Bam Bam clinches with his opponent.
Akharraz tries to stall but Bam Bam uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Akharraz is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside.
Bam Bam softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bam Bam can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bam Bam. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Akharraz can't find room to land a body shot as Bam Bam controls the action.
A nice left hand lands by Akharraz.
Akharraz has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Bam Bam seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Akharraz can turn it around.
Bam Bam fails to pull guard.
Akharraz lands a body punch.
Akharraz has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Akharraz pushes Bam Bam back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bam Bam blocks an uppercut.
Bam Bam tries to pull guard but Akharraz won't allow it.
Bam Bam fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A nice left hand lands by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam tries to pull guard but Akharraz won't allow it.
Bam Bam fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bam Bam working aggressively here. #TD#
Bam Bam lands a takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Akharraz has momentary wrist control but Bam Bam slips an elbow through the middle.#T2#
Akharraz is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Bam Bam trying to control but Akharraz is working from the bottom.
Akharraz wants to stand but Bam Bam is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A head kick misses from Akharraz.
Bam Bam throwing a counter right hand but Akharraz manages to avoid it.
Osama Akharraz seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bam Bam shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Akharraz pinned against the cage. Akharraz gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Akharraz is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bam Bam with a body shot.
Akharraz scores with a hook.
Osama Akharraz is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Akharraz tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Akharraz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Akharraz throws out a powerful jab.#CL2#
Akharraz clinches with his opponent.
Akharraz lands a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Bam Bam fails to land.
Akharraz has a couple of punches blocked by Bam Bam.
Akharraz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bam Bam's elbow.
Bam Bam dodges an elbow strike from Akharraz.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Bam Bam tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bam Bam swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Akharraz.
Akharraz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bam Bam's elbow.
Bam Bam tries to score a body lock takedown but Akharraz shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Bam Bam lands a nice uppercut.
Akharraz struggles to land a body shot inside as Bam Bam controls his hands. #T4#
Bam Bam misses with a hook from the clinch.
Akharraz is looking to control Bam Bam's arms but Bam Bam gets an underhook and turns him. Now Akharraz has his back to the cage.
Bam Bam lands a shoulder strike. #TD#
Bam Bam jumps guard.
Akharraz is looking to stand up but Bam Bam won't let him.
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!#SUB#
Bam Bam working for a triangle but Akharraz defends it easily.
Akharraz is looking to stand up but Bam Bam won't let him.
Bam Bam pulls Akharraz in close to prevent any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osama Akharraz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Bam Bam gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A good leg kick by Bam Bam. #CL2#
Bam Bam gets tackled into the cage by Akharraz. Akharraz maintains the clinch.
Bam Bam changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Akharraz fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Good shot there by Akharraz.#TD#
Bam Bam throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Akharraz was covering up waiting for the punch and Bam Bam finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Akharraz keeping full guard, as Bam Bam tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam passes Akharraz's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #ES2#
Akharraz manages to escape and get back to his feet! #T1#
Akharraz tries to clinch but Bam Bam is having none of it.
A punch combination from Akharraz misses.
Akharraz misses with a wild body shot.
Akharraz lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bam Bam circles away quickly and effectively.
Bam Bam is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bam Bam with a nice calf kick.
Akharraz throws a body shot but no joy.
Akharraz pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bam Bam throws an overhand right that lands on Akharraz's shoulder, as Akharraz tries to avoid the shot.
Akharraz misses with a double jab.
Bam Bam checks a low kick from Akharraz.
Bam Bam moves forwards but Akharraz connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A big right from Bam Bam misses.
Bam Bam fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Akharraz manages to avoid it.
Bam Bam fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T2#
Akharraz throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bam Bam will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bam Bam takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bam Bam lands a jab to Akharraz's midsection.
Akharraz connects with a body shot.
Nice cross by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Akharraz is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Bam Bam keeps the fight on the outside.
Akharraz is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
A leg kick checked by Akharraz.
Bam Bam misses with a wild body shot.
Bam Bam pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Akharraz swings for the body but Bam Bam moves out of range.
Bam Bam tries to clinch but Akharraz is having none of it.
Bam Bam swats away the attempt to clinch by Akharraz.#T3#
Akharraz stuffs the takedown attempt from Bam Bam. Bam Bam gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bam Bam. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Akharraz clinches.
Akharraz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Akharraz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bam Bam tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Akharraz just stands there and leans against the cage.
Bam Bam blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bam Bam working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Akharraz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Akharraz is working Bam Bam over against the cage.
Bam Bam takes a shot to the head.
Bam Bam is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Akharraz gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Akharraz can't find room to land a body shot as Bam Bam controls the action.
Akharraz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bam Bam backwards.
Bam Bam tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Akharraz just stands there and leans against the cage.
Akharraz misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
Akharraz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bam Bam backwards.
Bam Bam jumps guard but Akharraz stands there with Bam Bam around his waist. Bam Bam gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bam Bam lands a right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Akharraz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Akharraz stops a takedown attempt from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Akharraz unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Akharraz tries a knee to the head but Bam Bam blocks it.
Bam Bam letting Akharraz take a breather here.
Osama Akharraz seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Bam Bam lands a hook to the side of the head.
Akharraz working aggressively here.
Akharraz lands with a short shot to the head.
Bam Bam throws a punch but it's blocked by Akharraz.
Akharraz is working Bam Bam over against the cage.
Bam Bam tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Akharraz smiles and moves away. #CL2#
Akharraz clinches with his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Osama Akharraz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Akharraz 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 Donatello Bradman scores the fight 28:29
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Osama Akharraz!
Osama Akharraz 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: Grunge 53: Yellow Ledbetter
Date: Jul 11, 2021

#R1#
Proudhon misses with a hook. Bam Bam ducked under it nicely.
Bam Bam throws a predictable looking body shot
and Proudhon counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Proudhon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Proudhon ducks under a wild hook from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jab by Proudhon.#CUT2#It looks like Joey Bam Bam has been cut.
Proudhon lands with a shot to the body.
Proudhon throws a looping overhand right but Bam Bam ducks down to avoid it.
Bam Bam has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Far-Q Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
Bam Bam fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Proudhon manages to avoid it.
Proudhon throws a body punch but Bam Bam moves out of range.
Bam Bam feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Bam Bam connects with a solid leg kick.
Proudhon throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Decent striking displayed by Bam Bam there.
Bam Bam moves out of range as Proudhon strikes.
Bam Bam looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Bam Bam swings widly with a right hand
and Proudhon counters with a lovely shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A big right from Proudhon misses.
Jab by Proudhon.#T1#
Proudhon just misses with a punch to the body. #TD#
Bam Bam changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Proudhon looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Proudhon is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Bam Bam is controlling him well.#SU#
Bam Bam stands up and beckons Proudhon to his feet.
Bam Bam throws a hook but Proudhon blocks it.
A little jabbing left from Proudhon on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bam Bam staying out of range there.
Bam Bam scores with a jab to the body.
A big right from Bam Bam misses.
Proudhon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A bone on bone clash there as Proudhon blocks the leg kick.
Proudhon throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bam Bam misses with a looping left.#CL#
Bam Bam closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Proudhon swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Proudhon.
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!
Bam Bam is looking to break free of the clinch but Proudhon has double underhooks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Proudhon.
Proudhon swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Bam Bam breaks from the clinch.
Proudhon displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #TD#
Bam Bam shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Proudhon napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Bam Bam lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Proudhon is trying to escape the position but Bam Bam is controlling the position.
Bam Bam grinds an elbow into Proudhon's temple. #SU#
Bam Bam stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Bam Bam lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
Proudhon misses the shot to the body.
Proudhon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bam Bam sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bam Bam. Proudhon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Proudhon looks to land a combination but Bam Bam avoids it well.
A low kick from Bam Bam misses
enabling Proudhon to counter with a crisp jab.
Danga de danga de dang - Proudhon scores with a four punch combination!
Joey Bam Bam seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bam Bam throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Proudhon.
Proudhon walks into a left hand.
Proudhon scores with a body shot.
Bam Bam rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Proudhon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bam Bam shoots for a takedown but Proudhon saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
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!
No joy there for Proudhon, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Proudhon lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jab, jab by Bam Bam - just one landing.
Proudhon misses with a straight left. #T4#
Bam Bam with the inside leg kick.
A slow jab from Proudhon misses its intended target.
Bam Bam throws the left hand but Proudhon avoids the punch easily.
Bam Bam smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bam Bam thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bam Bam lands a jab.
Bam Bam slips a jab from Proudhon.
Bam Bam connects with a solid leg kick.
Bam Bam tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Proudhon defends well and Bam Bam ends up having to push Proudhon into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Proudhon doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bam Bam misses with a short punch on the inside.
Proudhon blocking some punches.
Proudhon working aggressively here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Bam Bam escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bam Bam takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Proudhon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bam Bam moves away.
Bam Bam tries to clinch there but Proudhon circles away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Pierre Joseph Proudhon will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Bam Bam takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bam Bam keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pierre Joseph Proudhon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bam Bam throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Proudhon misses with a series of wild punches.
Bam Bam throws an off balance right hand
and Proudhon counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Proudhon thuds a left hand into Bam Bam's body.
Bam Bam throws out a loose jab but Proudhon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bam Bam loads up on a big right hand but Proudhon slips the punch.
Bam Bam scores with a decent looking hook.
Bam Bam tries to clinch there but Proudhon circles away.
Proudhon doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Proudhon lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bam Bam throws a body punch but Proudhon moves out of range.
Proudhon lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CUT2#Joey Bam Bam's cut is getting worse.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bam Bam moves out of range as Proudhon strikes.
Bam Bam falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Proudhon counter with a right hand. #T1#
Bam Bam needs to keep his hands up - Proudhon had a free shot at his head there.
Bam Bam throws a big shot that misses.
Proudhon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bam Bam moves away.
Bam Bam shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Proudhon counters with a big right hand! Oh Bam Bam is in trouble here! Proudhon follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pierre Joseph Proudhon!
Pierre Joseph Proudhon is the new light heavyweight champion!
A relieved looking Pierre Joseph Proudhon 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: Grunge 48: Alice In Chains
Date: Jun 06, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Kansleri clinches.
Bam Bam lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kansleri looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Bam Bam lands with a right to the head.
Kansleri wants to break free but Bam Bam has control. #BC2#
Kansleri's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bam Bam throws a leg kick which misses Kansleri's front leg but catches the back leg as Kansleri tries to avoid it.
A good leg kick by Bam Bam.
A slow jab from Kansleri misses its intended target.
Kansleri's coach down at Tycoon Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Kansleri's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Kansleri rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bam Bam counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bam Bam fails to land the takedown.
Kansleri throws a fast counter high kick but Bam Bam manages to duck under it in time.
Bam Bam throws a leg kick that misses.
Kansleri fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Kansleri fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bam Bam, pushing him back against the cage.
Bam Bam 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.
Kansleri is trying to push Bam Bam away but Bam Bam has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Kansleri has had enough of the clinch but Bam Bam keeps him there for the moment.
Bam Bam has Kansleri pressed against the cage, preventing Kansleri from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Kansleri breaks the clinch.
Kansleri throws a head kick but Bam Bam moves out of range.
Kansleri throws a lazy right hand but Bam Bam sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kansleri connects with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like Joey Bam Bam has been cut.#T1##CL#
Bam Bam closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Kansleri escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kansleri has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bam Bam.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bam Bam darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kansleri gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CL2#
Kansleri drives through and clinches with Bam Bam against the cage. #TD2#
Kansleri manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Kansleri is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Bam Bam is controlling him.
Bam Bam trying to control but Kansleri is working from the bottom.
Kansleri wants to stand but Bam Bam is controlling the position. #ES2#
Kansleri has his feet on Bam Bam's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Bam Bam needs to keep his hands up - Kansleri had a free shot at his head there.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kansleri keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice straight punches there by Bam Bam. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bam Bam.
A punch lands to the side of Kansleri 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bam Bam lands with an uppercut that bounces Kansleri off the cage and back into range.
Bam Bam with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kansleri tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bam Bam manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kansleri fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bam Bam lands a body shot. #CL#
Bam Bam moves into range and clinches up with Kansleri.#BC2#
Kansleri's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The fighters circling - Bam Bam throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bam Bam punishes Kansleri's body with a nice straight punch.
Bam Bam dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kansleri misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bam Bam connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kansleri takes one on the button.
Kansleri takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bam Bam moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T3#
Bam Bam lands with a cross.
Bam Bam lands with a kick to the ribs.
Kansleri misses with a straight right. #CL#
Bam Bam has Kansleri up against the cage in a clinch.
Bam Bam tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Bam Bam breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bam Bam is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bam Bam cracks Kansleri with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bam Bam defending well as Kansleri loads up on a big left hand.
Kansleri throws a head kick but Bam Bam moves out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A punch lands to the side of Kansleri 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A good leg kick by Bam Bam.
Kansleri lands with a straight right. Bam Bam didn't see that one coming.#CL2#
Kansleri has taken the fight to the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kansleri wants to get back to striking at distance but Bam Bam won't allow it.
Bam Bam gets through Kansleri's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kansleri can't break the clinch.
Bam Bam lands a shoulder strike. #BC#
Bam Bam breaks the clinch.
Bam Bam lands the left hand.#T4#
Kansleri throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kansleri gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kansleri throws a head kick but Bam Bam moves out of range.
Kansleri on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Nice uppercut lands for Bam Bam. That snapped Kansleri's head back.
Kansleri throws a poor cross that misses
and Bam Bam counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kansleri thinking.
Kansleri fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kansleri has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Bam Bam.
Kansleri looks winded!
Kansleri has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bam Bam finds it's way round the side to connect with Kansleri's head.
Bam Bam connects with a right hand. Kansleri shakes it off.
Bam Bam throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bam Bam scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bam Bam looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Bam Bam ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bam Bam slips a jab from Kansleri.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Bam Bam lands a jab to Kansleri's midsection.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bam Bam darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Bam Bam scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kansleri moves to clinch but Bam Bam breaks away
and Bam Bam counters with a straight right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Kansleri throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bam Bam sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Joey Bam Bam is winning the standup battle so far.
Bam Bam keeps the fight on the outside.
Kansleri tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bam Bam paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A slow jab from Kansleri misses its intended target.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Bam Bam.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bam Bam.
Bam Bam ducks right into an uppercut from Kansleri.
Bam Bam lands a nice looking body shot.
Kansleri closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jab from Kansleri.
Kansleri drops his hands momentarily and Bam Bam takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kansleri walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
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!
Kansleri misses with a straight left. #TD#
Bam Bam closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kansleri did well to prevent Bam Bam getting side control.
Bam Bam is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kansleri can do to turn this around?
Nice strikes from Bam Bam there.
Kansleri wants to get back to his feet.
Bam Bam wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kansleri keeps working.
Still in half guard, Bam Bam seems content to control.#T1#
Kansleri looks like he's trying to stand up.
Bam Bam seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kansleri does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Bam Bam lands with a punch from half guard.
Bam Bam is nestled in close to Kansleri, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Bam Bam tries to pass to full mount but Kansleri defends it.
Kansleri is trying to stand up here but Bam Bam is controlling him well.
Well, if Bam Bam 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.
Kansleri looks like he's trying to stand up. #ES2#
Kansleri manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Bam Bam keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Kansleri can't break the clinch.
Kansleri working hard to break the clinch.#BC#
Bam Bam's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bam Bam lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kansleri has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T2#
Bam Bam connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Bam Bam misses with a straight right.
Kansleri connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bam Bam momentarily.
Kansleri pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bam Bam dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bam Bam moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bam Bam tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kansleri raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Bam Bam throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kansleri stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bam Bam cracks Kansleri with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kansleri's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Bam Bam moves forwards but Kansleri connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kansleri might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Kansleri is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bam Bam darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bam Bam takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bam Bam connects with a single shot there.
Bam Bam lands with a shot to the body.
Bam Bam works Kansleri's body with a nice hook.
Kansleri takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kansleri is breathing heavily.
Bam Bam 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. #T3#
Bam Bam takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Rauta Kansleri is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bam Bam.
A telegraphed right hand from Kansleri misses the target.
Kansleri misses with a hook
and Bam Bam counters with a straight right hand.
Kansleri moves forwards but Bam Bam connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bam Bam bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kansleri's head.
Kansleri throws out a loose jab but Bam Bam uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kansleri throws a sloppy head kick and Bam Bam moves out of range easily.
Bam Bam lands a nice shot that snaps Kansleri's head back.
Kansleri closes the distance but Bam Bam moves to the side
and Bam Bam counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bam Bam chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bam Bam lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Good leg kick by Bam Bam.
Kansleri missing with a left hand there. Bam Bam was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kansleri misses with a hook. Bam Bam ducked under it nicely.
Bam Bam scores with a sloppy right hand. Kansleri should have avoided that one.
Kansleri looks to land a right hand but Bam Bam moved out of range.#T4#
Kansleri is looking to clinch but Bam Bam is avoiding it.
An attempted straight right counter from Bam Bam misses the target.
Kansleri throws a sloppy head kick and Bam Bam moves out of range easily.
Kansleri on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bam Bam. Bam Bam obviously looking to wear him down.
Bam Bam connects with a looping right hand.
Bam Bam connects with an inside leg kick.
Bam Bam slips under a jab.
Bam Bam keeps Kansleri at a distance using the push kick.
Bam Bam avoids the head kick by Kansleri.
Kansleri jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bam Bam slips under a jab from Kansleri.
Bam Bam cracks a nice hook into Kansleri's ribs.
Kansleri takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A left lands for Bam Bam.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kansleri takes one to the chin there.
Bam Bam fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kansleri looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bam Bam dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kansleri. That did some damage!#CL#
Bam Bam pushes Kansleri up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Bam Bam is trying to trip Kansleri. He has hold of a leg but Kansleri is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Bam Bam persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Kansleri is looking to stand back up but Bam Bam counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Kansleri.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Kansleri waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bam Bam.
Bam Bam tries to counter with a takedown but Kansleri is quick to defend against it.
Bam Bam pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Kansleri back to the cage. Bam Bam follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kansleri looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A good leg kick by Bam Bam.
That kick from Bam Bam tenderised Kansleri's leg. Kansleri is trying to keep his angry face on.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bam Bam darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Bam Bam lunges at Kansleri with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kansleri's hand.
Bam Bam throws a hook but Kansleri avoids it easily.
Bam Bam swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kansleri.
Kansleri misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bam Bam is looking to counter punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kansleri wants to clinch up but Bam Bam keeps it at a distance.
Bam Bam with a hook.
Bam Bam lands a nice shot to the body.
Bam Bam with a hook.
Bam Bam tests Kansleri's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bam Bam swats away the attempt to clinch by Kansleri.#T1#
A big right from Kansleri misses.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bam Bam.
Kansleri throws a right hand that misses
and Bam Bam counters with a straight right hand.
Bam Bam bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kansleri's head backwards.
Good leg kick by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kansleri.
Kansleri keeps the fight on the outside.
Bam Bam buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kansleri throws a head kick that misses.
Kansleri takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bam Bam looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A little jabbing left from Kansleri on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bam Bam lands a nice hook to Kansleri's body. Kansleri takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Crunch! Bam Bam slams his shin into Kansleri's torso.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam lands a nice looking body kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bam Bam scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Kansleri misses with a straight left.
Kansleri tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bam Bam swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kansleri misses with an uppercut. Bam Bam saw that one coming.
Bam Bam scores with a nice strike.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kansleri shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bam Bam cracks Kansleri with a good jab.
Kansleri with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bam Bam to score with a decent uppercut.
Bam Bam fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kansleri.#TD#
Bam Bam throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Kansleri was covering up waiting for the punch and Bam Bam finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Bam Bam wants to control from the top but Kansleri keeps moving. #ES2#
Kansleri has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Bam Bam off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Bam Bam with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T3#
Bam Bam clobbers Kansleri with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bam Bam lands with a nice body punch.
Bam Bam avoids the head kick by Kansleri.
Bam Bam looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kansleri takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bam Bam scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#CL#
Bam Bam moves into the clinch.
Kansleri has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kansleris head.
Kansleri tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bam Bam smiles and moves away.
Kansleri takes a shot to the body in his stride. #CL#
Bam Bam clinches. #BC#
Bam Bam escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kansleri takes a jab right on the kisser.
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!
Bam Bam dives in for a single leg takedown but Kansleri sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kansleri's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kansleri is looking to break free of the clinch but Bam Bam has double underhooks. #T4#
Bam Bam misses with the head strike.
Bam Bam working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Bam Bam lands a shoulder strike.
Bam Bam softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kansleri tries to break free but Bam Bam pushes him back against the cage.
Kansleri looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Kansleri blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Bam Bam manages to break the clinch.
Bam Bam lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kansleri throws a shot from downtown. Bam Bam moves away and avoids it.
Bam Bam dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kansleri misses with a hook
and Bam Bam counters with a left to the body.
Bam Bam changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kansleri throws out a loose jab but Bam Bam uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kansleri gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kansleri takes one on the button.
Bam Bam moves away from the strike by Kansleri.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Bam Bam wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kansleri shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kansleri tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bam Bam scoring well with a low kick there. #TD#
Bam Bam shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Kansleri scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Bam Bam manages to mount him!
Kansleri is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Bam Bam punishing his opponent with strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bam Bam fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Bam Bam controlling from the full mount.
Bam Bam won't let Kansleri get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Bam Bam looking to finish Kansleri with some ground and pound. This is bad for Kansleri!#T1##SU#
Bam Bam gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!
Kansleri throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A head kick by Kansleri misses
and Bam Bam counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Kansleri is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Kansleri throws a jab when Bam Bam was well out of range.
Kansleri takes one on the button.
Bam Bam ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#CL#
Bam Bam clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Bam Bam breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kansleri waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bam Bam.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bam Bam.
Bam Bam connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kansleri. Kansleri circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bam Bam with a nice cross.
Kansleri throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Bam Bam has Kansleri up against the cage in a clinch.
Kansleri looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC#
Bam Bam escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T2#
Bam Bam jabs at Kansleri's body.
Bam Bam moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kansleri takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bam Bam scores with a nice right hand.
Kansleri throws a shot from downtown. Bam Bam moves away and avoids it.
Kansleri drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kansleri swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kansleri misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kansleri tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bam Bam throws a leg kick which misses Kansleri's front leg but catches the back leg as Kansleri tries to avoid it.
Bam Bam lands a glancing blow to the side of Kansleri's head.
Horrible takedown attempt by Bam Bam or perhaps it was just good defense by Kansleri, which made it look bad.
Kansleri tries to clinch but Bam Bam moves out of range.
Bam Bam scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bam Bam throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bam Bam throws a leg kick which misses Kansleri's front leg but catches the back leg as Kansleri tries to avoid it. #T3#
Kansleri misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
It looked like Bam Bam wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bam Bam cracks Kansleri with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A telegraphed right hand from Kansleri misses the target. #CL#
Bam Bam rushes Kansleri and presses him up against the cage.
Bam Bam throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kansleris head.
Kansleri tries to pull guard but Bam Bam holds him up against the cage and eventually Kansleri drops back down to his feet. #BC#
Bam Bam pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bam Bam buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bam Bam scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bam Bam lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kansleri throws a head kick that misses
and Bam Bam counters with a nice body kick.
Bam Bam misses with a jab, cross combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kansleri throws a hook to the side of Bam Bam's head but Bam Bam sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bam Bam sizes up Kansleri with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T4#
Kansleri walks into a left hand.
Kansleri tries a head kick but it misses.
Bam Bam scores with a jab to the body.
Kansleri takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bam Bam connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kansleri tries a head kick but it misses.
Kansleri swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A left lands for Bam Bam.
Bam Bam avoids the head kick by Kansleri. #TD#
Bam Bam shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Bam Bam controlling the pace.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bam Bam trying to control the action but Kansleri is working from the bottom.
Bam Bam stops Kansleri from getting back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam had his way with Rauta Kansleri in that round.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Bam Bam throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bam Bam throws an overhand right that lands on Kansleri's shoulder, as Kansleri tries to avoid the shot.
Kansleri gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kansleri missing with a left hand there. Bam Bam was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bam Bam feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A left lands for Bam Bam.#CL2#
Bam Bam tries to keep at a distance but Kansleri has taken the fight into the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bam Bam.
Kansleri has had enough of the clinch but Bam Bam keeps him there for the moment.
Joey Bam Bam has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC2#
Kansleri pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kansleri is looking to clinch.
Kansleri doesn't manage to clinch there - Bam Bam circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kansleri on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kansleri blocks a head kick by Bam Bam.
A good leg kick by Bam Bam.
Kansleri with a nice cross.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kansleri pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bam Bam thumps Kansleri with a low kick.#T1##CL2#
Kansleri clinches up against the cage.
Kansleri's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kansleri tries to circle away but Bam Bam has him pinned against the cage.
Kansleri is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Bam Bam misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Bam Bam breaks the clinch.
Bam Bam avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bam Bam throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kansleri sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bam Bam moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bam Bam cracks Kansleri with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Bam Bam feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kansleris jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kansleri throws a head kick that misses.
Bam Bam tests Kansleri's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kansleri throws a sloppy head kick
and Bam Bam counters with an outside leg kick.
Bam Bam darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kansleri takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kansleri looks to throw the jab but Bam Bam is out of range.
Bam Bam catches Kansleri with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T2#
Kansleri missing with a left hand there. Bam Bam was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bam Bam is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kansleri throws a head kick that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Kansleri throws a head kick that misses. #TD#
Bam Bam fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Kansleri sprawls well initially but Bam Bam persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Kansleri scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Bam Bam manages to mount him!
Bam Bam controlling from the full mount.
Bam Bam looking to control but Kansleri is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Bam Bam scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Kansleri?
Bam Bam takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Bam Bam putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Bam Bam landing punches. #T3#
Bam Bam dominating with strikes here.
Kansleri is squirming around, avoiding Bam Bam's attempts to control the action.
You get the feeling that Kansleri really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Kansleri is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Bam Bam looking to control but Kansleri is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Bam Bam content just to control the position here.
Rauta Kansleri has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kansleri is trying to stand.
Kansleri is trying to stand but he's just given Bam Bam his back.#SUB#
Bam Bam is looking for the choke from the back position but Kansleri is controlling his hands well.
Kansleri is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T4#
Bam Bam tries to get the hooks in deep but Kansleri pushed the leg off.
Kansleri is trying to get back to his feet but Bam Bam has full control of the position and if anything, Kansleri has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Bam Bam has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Kansleri's body.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kansleri is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Bam Bam is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Kansleri. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
Kansleri is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Bam Bam off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Kansleri wants to get back to his feet.
Bam Bam lands with a hammerfist to the side of Kansleri's head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Joey Bam Bam showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bam Bam 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 50:45
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 50:45
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joey Bam Bam!
Joey Bam Bam retains his light heavyweight title!
Joey Bam Bam seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Grunge 44: Man In The Box
Date: May 09, 2021

#R1#
Bam Bam throws a looping overhand right but Tsuruta ducks down to avoid it.
Tsuruta swings for the body but Bam Bam moves out of range.
Bam Bam shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Bam Bam connects with an inside leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tsuruta's head backwards.
Tsuruta dodges the punch combination from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bam Bam has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tsuruta finds it's way round the side to connect with Bam Bam's head.
Bam Bam throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tsuruta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bam Bam appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bam Bam throws an overhand right that lands on Tsuruta's shoulder, as Tsuruta tries to avoid the shot.
Tsuruta wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsuruta uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tsuruta's sensitive parts. #CL2#
Bam Bam moves into the clinch successfully.
Bam Bam blocking some punches. #BC2#
Bam Bam pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bam Bam delivers a nice body kick.
Tsuruta slips a straight right by Bam Bam.
Tsuruta is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T1#
Tsuruta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bam Bam manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Bam Bam gets a clinch.
Bam Bam scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bam Bam has a couple of punches blocked by Tsuruta.
Tsuruta fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tsuruta has Bam Bam pushed against the cage.
I was talking to Tsuruta's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Bam Bam has a couple of punches blocked by Tsuruta.
Bam Bam working aggressively here. #BC2#
Bam Bam's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tsuruta connects with a body shot.
Bam Bam takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tsuruta fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bam Bam takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bam Bam uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsuruta.
Tsuruta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bam Bam was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsuruta.
Despite the aggression on Bam Bam's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Tsuruta lands with a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tsuruta lands a nice looking body shot.
Tsuruta misses with a wild body shot.
Tsuruta scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T2#
Bam Bam misses with a leg kick.
Tsuruta uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bam Bam.
The fighters circling - Tsuruta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tsuruta moves out of range of the strikes.
Bam Bam looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tsuruta on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Tsuruta scores with a jab to the head.
Bam Bam throws an off balance right hand
and Tsuruta counters with a nice uppercut.
Tsuruta pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tsuruta stuns Bam Bam with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tsuruta takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bam Bam misses with a telegraphed body shot #CL#
and Tsuruta counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tsuruta.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tsuruta.
A short left from Tsuruta.
Tsuruta is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Tsuruta lands with a short shot to the head.
Tsuruta presses Bam Bam against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bam Bam lands with a light punch inside.
Bam Bam working aggressively here. #T3#
Tsuruta stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tsuruta tries to throw a body punch but Bam Bam avoids it by throwing Tsuruta back against the cage.
Tsuruta blocks an uppercut.
Tsuruta lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bam Bam backwards.
Still in the clinch, Tsuruta scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Bam Bam breaks the clinch.
Tsuruta cracks Bam Bam with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nice uppercut there from Tsuruta.
Tsuruta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tsuruta will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bam Bam looks to land a right hand but Tsuruta moved out of range.
Bam Bam lands with an uppercut that bounces Tsuruta off the cage and back into range.
Bam Bam ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bam Bam now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Bam Bam throws a body shot but no joy.
Tsuruta takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tsuruta bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Bam Bam bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bam Bam ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tsuruta misses with a wild body shot.
Tsuruta smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tsuruta throws the left hand but Bam Bam avoids the punch easily.
Tsuruta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsuruta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bam Bam manages to avoid it.
Tsuruta throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice uppercut lands for Tsuruta. That snapped Bam Bam's head back.
Bam Bam misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tsuruta. Bam Bam does a little dance to reset his feet.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tsuruta.
Bam Bam takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tsuruta dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tsuruta lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bam Bam at a distance.
Bam Bam keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bam Bam connects with a body shot that sends Tsuruta's belly button to the back.#CL2#
Bam Bam rushes Tsuruta and presses him up against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tomomisan Tsuruta dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Tsuruta looks to score with a jab to the body but Bam Bam is just out of range.
Bam Bam looks for the body kick but Tsuruta saw that one coming.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bam Bam. That's going to slow Tsuruta down.
Bam Bam circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bam Bam looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nice defenses there by Tsuruta.
Tsuruta ducks under a wild hook from Bam Bam.
Tsuruta is looking to counter the offense by Bam Bam and move into the clinch.
Tsuruta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bam Bam manages to avoid it.#CL#
Tsuruta pushes Bam Bam up against the cage in a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tsuruta.
Tsuruta swings wildly with an uppercut but Bam Bam uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bam Bam lands with a short shot to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Tsuruta.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Come on Tsuruta - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside.
Bam Bam lands with a right to the head.
Tsuruta blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tsuruta blocking some punches. #T1#
Bam Bam lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tsuruta backwards.
Tsuruta blocks an uppercut.
Bam Bam scores with a shoulder strike.
Bam Bam lands with a light punch inside. #BC2#
Bam Bam escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tsuruta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam throws a good cross that connects.
Bam Bam lunges at Tsuruta with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tsuruta's hand.
Bam Bam misses with a body kick.
Tsuruta misses with a wild body shot.
Tsuruta is looking to wear down Bam Bam with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Tsuruta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bam Bam was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsuruta.
Tsuruta slips a straight right by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam lands a lovely overhand right.
Tsuruta is looking to clinch but Bam Bam is avoiding it.
Tomomisan Tsuruta is winning the standup battle so far.
Bam Bam with a body punch. A glancing blow.
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!
Tsuruta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsuruta misses with a body shot.
Bam Bam scores with a jab.#T2#
Tsuruta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bam Bam was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsuruta.
Bam Bam pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bam Bam takes one on the button.
Tsuruta defending well as Bam Bam loads up on a big left hand.
Jab, jab by Bam Bam - just one landing.
Bam Bam throws a jab but it's blocked by Tsuruta.
Tsuruta throws out a loose jab but Bam Bam uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tsuruta scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bam Bam avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL#
Tsuruta gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Tsuruta working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tsuruta working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tsuruta goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tsuruta scores with a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Bam Bam's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bam Bam needs to keep his hands up - Tsuruta had a free shot at his head there.
Bam Bam throws a jab when Tsuruta was well out of range.
Tsuruta takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T3#
Tsuruta lands with a nice body punch.
Bam Bam thows a body kick. Tsuruta tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Tsuruta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bam Bam.
The fighters circle momentarily. Tsuruta darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Bam Bam uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsuruta.
Tsuruta jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tsuruta throws a body punch but Bam Bam moves out of range.
Bam Bam looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bam Bam is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tsuruta.
Bam Bam throws a lazy right hand but Tsuruta sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tsuruta swings for the body but Bam Bam moves out of range.
Tsuruta lunges at Bam Bam with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bam Bam's hand.
Tsuruta takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tsuruta misses with a hook.
Tsuruta wants to clinch.
Tsuruta misses with a body shot. #T4#
Bam Bam thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bam Bam throws a shot from downtown. Tsuruta moves away and avoids it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bam Bam misses with a looping right.
Bam Bam looks to throw the jab but Tsuruta is out of range.
Bam Bam thuds his right hand into Tsuruta's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tsuruta moves away from the strike by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tsuruta lands a jab to the nose.
Tsuruta throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little jabbing left from Bam Bam on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tsuruta throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tsuruta sizes up Bam Bam with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tsuruta stuns Bam Bam with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tsuruta gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bam Bam throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tsuruta misses with a body shot.
Nice uppercut lands for Bam Bam. That snapped Tsuruta's head back.
A big left from Bam Bam misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Joey Bam Bam will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Tsuruta looks to land a left hand but Bam Bam moved out of range nicely.
Tsuruta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam lunges at Tsuruta with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tsuruta's hand.
Bam Bam throws a leg kick but Tsuruta checks it.
Tsuruta staying out of range there.
It looked like Tsuruta was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bam Bam.
Tsuruta takes one on the button.
Bam Bam throws a shot from downtown. Tsuruta moves away and avoids it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tsuruta. Bam Bam does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bam Bam scores with a punch to the head.
Bam Bam feints and then cracks Tsuruta's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tsuruta down.
Tsuruta takes a swing at Bam Bam's ribcage but misses.
Tsuruta avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bam Bam throws a big shot that misses.
Tsuruta tries to clinch there but Bam Bam circles away.
Tsuruta takes a swing at Bam Bam's ribcage but misses.
Bam Bam works the jab nicely.
Tsuruta moves out of range as Bam Bam strikes.#T1#
Bam Bam swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bam Bam lands a nice shot that snaps Tsuruta's head back.
Bam Bam with the inside leg kick.
Tsuruta misses with a wild body shot.
Bam Bam with a jab.
Tsuruta throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tsuruta scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tsuruta misses with an uppercut.
Tsuruta ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bam Bam throws a leg kick which misses Tsuruta's front leg but catches the back leg as Tsuruta tries to avoid it.
Bam Bam keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tsuruta staying out of range there.
Bam Bam throws out a leg kick but Tsuruta moves out of range and Bam Bam only half commits. #CL#
Tsuruta takes the fight into the clinch.
A short uppercut from Bam Bam.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsuruta taking a breather.#T2#
Tsuruta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bam Bam's elbow.
Bam Bam throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tsurutas head.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Bam Bam fails to land.
Bam Bam swings wildly with an uppercut but Tsuruta uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right from Bam Bam on the inside.
Tsuruta misses with a punch to the body.
Bam Bam lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC2#
Bam Bam breaks from the clinch.
Tsuruta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bam Bam keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bam Bam uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tsuruta has time to react.
Tsuruta takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bam Bam will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
It looked like Tsuruta was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T3#
Bam Bam throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tsuruta scores with a body shot.
Tsuruta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bam Bam takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#CL2#
Bam Bam moves into range and clinches up with Tsuruta.
Bam Bam swings wildly with an uppercut but Tsuruta uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Bam Bam pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tsuruta throws a body shot but no joy.
Bam Bam takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tsuruta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big left from Bam Bam misses.
Tsuruta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bam Bam throws out the jab.
A counter left hand to the body from Tsuruta misses its target.
Tsuruta scores with a hook to the body. Bam Bam takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bam Bam missing with a left hand there. Tsuruta was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tsuruta throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Bam Bam throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bam Bam swats away the attempt to clinch by Tsuruta.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tsuruta throws a looping overhand right but Bam Bam ducks down to avoid it.
Bam Bam throws a push kick but Tsuruta slaps the foot to one side.
Bam Bam misses with a few strikes there.
Tsuruta is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Bam Bam.
Good exchange - Tsuruta coming out on top.
A cross from Bam Bam lands.
Tsuruta moves away from the strike by Bam Bam.
Tsuruta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bam Bam swats away the attempt to clinch by Tsuruta.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bam Bam. That's going to slow Tsuruta down.
Bam Bam throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Bam Bam misses with a low kick as Tsuruta jumps back.
A quick step to the side and Tsuruta tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsuruta throws a body punch but Bam Bam moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam really 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.#R4#
Bam Bam takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bam Bam motions for Tsuruta to come forward. Bam Bam throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bam Bam drops his hands momentarily and Tsuruta takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tsuruta tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bam Bam manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tsuruta pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bam Bam looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tsuruta just misses with a punch to the body.
Bam Bam on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bam Bam tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tsuruta ducks under a wild hook from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#CL#
Tsuruta rushes Bam Bam and presses him up against the cage.
Tsuruta is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tsuruta lands a nice shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot in the inside from Tsuruta.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Tsuruta fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bam Bam takes a shot to the head.
Tsuruta working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsuruta is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T1#
A bit of stalling here from Tsuruta. #TD2#
Bam Bam has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Tsuruta clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#SUB2#
Bam Bam looking for the choke from the back.
Tsuruta manages to reverse the position and now he's in Bam Bam's guard. Nice work there by Tsuruta.
Tsuruta is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bam Bam is trying to keep Tsuruta in close. #T2#
Bam Bam avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Tsuruta 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.
Tsuruta postures up.
Bam Bam tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tsuruta content to stall in guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Tsuruta trying to control but Bam Bam is working from the bottom.
Bam Bam is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tsuruta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bam Bam.
Tsuruta misses with a hook. Bam Bam ducked under it nicely.
Bam Bam ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tsuruta moves away.
Bam Bam throws a series of punches but Tsuruta moves out of range.
Bam Bam throws a chopping leg kick but Tsuruta manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bam Bam avoids the body shot from Tsuruta.
Tsuruta digs a good hook to Bam Bam's body.
Bam Bam on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bam Bam takes one to the chin there.
Tsuruta avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bam Bam lands a nice shot to the body.
Bam Bam listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The fighters circling - Bam Bam throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
As Bam Bam tries to get set, Tsuruta tries to push him back and clinch up but Bam Bam manages to avoid the attempt.
Bam Bam thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Tsuruta if he has to take too many more of those.
Tsuruta looks to land a right hand but Bam Bam moved out of range.
Bam Bam loads up on a big right hand but Tsuruta slips the punch.
Tsuruta moves out of range of the strikes.
Tsuruta slips a straight right by Bam Bam.
A little feinted left hand from Tsuruta on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bam Bam moves out of range as Tsuruta strikes.
Tsuruta tests Bam Bam's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tsuruta jabs at Bam Bam's body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tomomisan Tsuruta had his way with Joey Bam Bam in that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
A punch lands to the side of Tsuruta 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tsuruta takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tsuruta misses with a hook. Bam Bam ducked under it nicely.
Bam Bam looks to land a right hand but Tsuruta moved out of range.
Nice defenses there by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bam Bam lands with a shot to the body.
Tsuruta jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bam Bam lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tsuruta's sensitive parts.
Bam Bam has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tsuruta is looking to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Bam Bam on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bam Bam misses with a hook.
Tsuruta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bam Bam was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsuruta.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
As Bam Bam tries to get set, Tsuruta tries to push him back and clinch up but Bam Bam manages to avoid the attempt.
Tsuruta takes a swing at Bam Bam's ribcage but misses.
Bam Bam swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tsuruta throws a hook to the side of Bam Bam's head but Bam Bam sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bam Bam shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Bam Bam misses with an uppercut. #T1#
Bam Bam lands a nice looking body kick.
Tsuruta throws a jab but it's blocked by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam scoring well with a low kick there.
Tsuruta is looking to clinch.
Tsuruta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bam Bam.
Tsuruta on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bam Bam throws a hook but Tsuruta blocks it.
A telegraphed right hand from Tsuruta misses the target.
Tsuruta looks to land a right hand but Bam Bam moved out of range.
Tsuruta connects with a crisp jab.
Bam Bam misses with a looping right.
Tsuruta takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bam Bam lands an overhand right.
Tsuruta misses the shot to the body.
Tsuruta throws a looping overhand right but Bam Bam ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
Bam Bam pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tsuruta tries to counter by clinching up but Bam Bam breaks away and moves out of range.#CL#
Tsuruta closes the distance and pushes Bam Bam back into the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bam Bam can't break the clinch.
Bam Bam lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bam Bam.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bam Bam.
Tsuruta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tsuruta pushes Bam Bam back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bam Bam lands a nice uppercut.
Tsuruta is trying to maintain a safe position but Bam Bam gets an underhook and turns Tsuruta into the cage.
Bam Bam letting Tsuruta take a breather here.
Bam Bam working aggressively here.
Tsuruta lands an uppercut.
Tsuruta blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tsuruta tries a body shot but Bam Bam blocks it.
Tsuruta lands with a right to the head.
Bam Bam takes a shot to the head. #T3#
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Tsuruta lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bam Bam.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside.
Tsuruta displaying some good clinch control by pressing Bam Bam up against the cage.
Tsuruta blocks an uppercut.
Bam Bam lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Bam Bam swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tsuruta keeps control of Bam Bam as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Bam Bam has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Tsuruta tries to throw a body punch but Bam Bam avoids it by throwing Tsuruta back against the cage.
A right hook to the body lands for Tsuruta.
Tsuruta displaying some good clinch control by pressing Bam Bam up against the cage.
Tsuruta lands with a left to the head. #T4#
Tsuruta misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tsuruta.
Tsuruta tries to work over Bam Bam's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tsuruta misses with a punch on the inside.
Tsuruta lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Bam Bam escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tsuruta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tsuruta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bam Bam misses with a straight right.
Tsuruta wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tsuruta misses with a looping left.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tsuruta. Bam Bam does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bam Bam motions for Tsuruta to come forward. Bam Bam throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tsuruta closes the distance but Bam Bam moves to the side
and Bam Bam counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tsuruta throws a big shot that misses.
Bam Bam looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bam Bam throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Joey Bam Bam.
I think Bam Bam 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 47:48
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 47:48
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joey Bam Bam!
Joey Bam Bam is the new light heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Joey Bam Bam thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Grunge 39: Don’t Follow
Date: Mar 27, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Bam Bam drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The referee asks Bam Bam politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Bam Bam prefers to stall for the moment though.
Dementia is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Bam Bam trying to control the action but Dementia is working from the bottom.
Bam Bam working away.
Bam Bam throws an elbow but Dementia slips to the side and avoids it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam working the ground and pound from side control.
Dementia sneaks back into half guard.
Bam Bam lands with a punch from half guard. #T1#
Bam Bam seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dementia does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Bam Bam has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dementia is trying to maintain the position but Bam Bam is very close to passing his half guard.
Dementia is looking to improve his position.
Bam Bam with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Bam Bam wants to take a breather but Dementia is having none of it.
Bam Bam stalling.
Dementia is trying to maintain the position but Bam Bam is very close to passing his half guard.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bam Bam stalling.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Bam Bam is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Dementia!
Bam Bam lands with some strikes.
Bam Bam has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Dementia's face.
Bam Bam scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Bam Bam trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3#
Dementia is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Dementia can't escape the position.
Bam Bam trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dementia tries to hold on but Bam Bam postures up.
Bam Bam tries to control but Dementia wriggling away. #T4##SUB2#
Bam Bam swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Dementia is now in Bam Bam's guard. A big mistake from Bam Bam there, giving up the dominant position!
Dementia trying to control the position from guard on top but Bam Bam is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Bam Bam is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dementia is aware though and is defending well.
Bam Bam keeping moving, preventing Dementia from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Bam Bam is looking for a triangle here but Dementia uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Dementia trying to control the action but Bam Bam is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Bam Bam fails with the takedown.
Dementia tries to bum rush Bam Bam with a series of wild strikes but Bam Bam uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dementia throws a solid leg kick but Bam Bam takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Dementia.
Dementia lands with a cross. #CUT#It looks like Joey Bam Bam has been cut.
Bam Bam goes for a double leg but Dementia avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dementia continues to drive forward.
Dementia stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam checks a leg kick.
Good work by Bam Bam as he checks the leg kick.
Dementia ducks under a wild hook from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam slips a straight right by Dementia.
Dementia looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Bam Bam closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Dementia's guard.
Bam Bam has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Far-Q Fight Club. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Dementia controlling Bam Bam's posture. #SUB#
Dementia is looking for a triangle but Bam Bam pushes his legs off easily. #T1#
Dementia bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bam Bam's guard. #REVR#
Bam Bam wants to sweep here but Dementia controlling him for the moment.
Dementia slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Dementia wants to control from the top but Bam Bam keeps moving.
Dementia pushes down on Bam Bam's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T2#
Bam Bam is refusing to be controlled, as Dementia sits in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Bam Bam actively working from the bottom here.
Bam Bam regains full guard. Nicely done.
Dementia stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bam Bam swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Joey Bam Bam has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bam Bam trying to keep a closed guard but Dementia is proving a slippery customer.
Dementia scoring with some ground and pound. #T3#
Bam Bam keeping moving, preventing Dementia from controlling successfully.
Bam Bam is trying to control the position but Dementia postures up.
Bam Bam has Dementia pulled in close to control his posture.
Dementia wants to control from the top but Bam Bam keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bam Bam tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dementia sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bam Bam somewhat.
Pugilistic Dementia has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joey Bam Bam.
Bam Bam moves out of range as Dementia throws a body kick.
A punch lands to the side of Dementia 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bam Bam turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T4##TD2#
Bam Bam shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.

Dementia pushes Bam Bam off and gets back to his feet.
Bam Bam looks for a takedown but Dementia sprawls well.
Dementia misses with a kick to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bam Bam is looking to clinch but Dementia is avoiding it.
Bam Bam checks a low kick from Dementia.#TD2#
Bam Bam gets a double leg takedown into Dementia's guard.
Dementia not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dementia is really struggling to control Bam Bam but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Bam Bam looking to pass the guard.
Dementia working a defensive guard here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pugilistic Dementia dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Bam Bam uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dementia.
Good standup being displayed there by Bam Bam as he connects with a hook.
Bam Bam shoots in for a double leg but Dementia sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Dementia keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bam Bam.
Dementia motions for Bam Bam to come forward. Dementia throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Dementia jabs Bam Bam to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Dementia misses with a lunging right hand
and Bam Bam counters with a nice uppercut.
Bam Bam shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Dementia as he jumps to the side.
Bam Bam throws a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dementia tests Bam Bam's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dementia connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dementia displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Bam Bam.
Pugilistic Dementia has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joey Bam Bam.#T1##TD2#
Dementia gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Bam Bam to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Bam Bam missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dementia 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#
Dementia not doing much here.
Bam Bam keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T2#
Bam Bam wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Dementia is working for a kimura here but Bam Bam manages to reverse the position and he's now in Dementia's guard.
Bam Bam missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bam Bam works over Dementia with some ground and pound from guard.
Dementia is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Dementia trying to keep a closed guard but Bam Bam is proving a slippery customer. #T3#
Bam Bam wants to control from the top but Dementia keeps moving.
Dementia has Bam Bam pulled in close to control his posture.
Bam Bam scoring with punches to the head and body.
Dementia looking for a sweep. Not yet Dementia, not yet.
Dementia has momentary wrist control but Bam Bam slips an elbow through the middle.
Bam Bam is in close to Dementia's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Bam Bam in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bam Bam lands a couple of digs.#T4#
Dementia working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam wants to pass the guard but Dementia is keeping the position.
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but Dementia is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Dementia loads up on a big right hand but Bam Bam slips the punch.
The fighters circling - Dementia throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bam Bam shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Dementia pinned against the cage. Dementia gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Bam Bam stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.

And that's the end of the fight!
Joey Bam Bam comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bam Bam 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: Grunge 33: King Animal
Date: Feb 07, 2021

#R1#
Bam Bam blocks a head kick by Kansleri.
Bam Bam misses with a looping right.
Bam Bam scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kansleri takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bam Bam throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The fighters circling - Kansleri throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A head kick misses from Kansleri.
Kansleri checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kansleri uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bam Bam.
Kansleri throws a head kick that Bam Bam semi-blocks. #CUT2#It looks like Joey Bam Bam has been cut.
Bam Bam getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kansleri doesn't manage to clinch there - Bam Bam circles away.
Bam Bam seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Good exchange - Bam Bam coming out on top.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kansleri misses with an uppercut
and Bam Bam counters with a two punch combo.
Kansleri throws a lazy head kick
and Bam Bam counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bam Bam closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kansleri misses with a head kick.
Bam Bam misses with an uppercut
and Kansleri counters with a straight right hand.
Bam Bam ducks under a wild hook from Kansleri.#T1#
Bam Bam throws the left hand but Kansleri avoids the punch easily.
Bam Bam throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kansleri lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bam Bam's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kansleri under the eye.
A head kick by Kansleri misses
and Bam Bam counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bam Bam chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kansleri rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kansleri takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bam Bam throws a lazy right hand but Kansleri sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rauta Kansleri seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Kansleri tries to keep at a distance but Bam Bam has taken the fight into the clinch.
Bam Bam pushes Kansleri back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bam Bam misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kansleri is trying to break free.
Kansleri is trying to push Bam Bam away but Bam Bam has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Kansleri tries to circle away but Bam Bam has him pinned against the cage.
Bam Bam lands with a right to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside.
Bam Bam prevents Kansleri from breaking the clinch.
Bam Bam working aggressively here. #T2#
Kansleri blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Bam Bam manages to break the clinch.
Bam Bam ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A head kick by Kansleri misses
and Bam Bam connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Bam Bam forces Kansleri back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Kansleri breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nice shot lands for Bam Bam.
Kansleri tries a head kick but it misses.
Bam Bam cracks a nice hook into Kansleri's ribs.
Bam Bam steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kansleri.
Bam Bam throws a looping overhand right but Kansleri ducks down to avoid it.
Bam Bam chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kansleri throws a lazy head kick
and Bam Bam counters with a straight right hand.
Bam Bam takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kansleri jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kansleri throws a hook but Bam Bam avoids it easily.
Bam Bam connects with an inside leg kick.
Bam Bam thows a body kick. Kansleri tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Kansleri might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Kansleri walks into a left hand. #T3#
Bam Bam slips under a jab.
Kansleri loads up on a big right hand but Bam Bam slips the punch.
A head kick misses from Kansleri.
Bam Bam scores with a jab. Kansleri acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kansleri walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A good leg kick by Bam Bam.
Kansleri throws an overhand right that lands on Bam Bam's shoulder, as Bam Bam tries to avoid the shot.
Bam Bam gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Bam Bam throws a good cross that connects.
Bam Bam is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bam Bam explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kansleri looks winded!
Kansleri blocks the body kick.
Bam Bam slips a straight right by Kansleri.
Kansleri throws an overhand right that lands on Bam Bam's shoulder, as Bam Bam tries to avoid the shot. #T4#
Kansleri throws a lazy head kick
and Bam Bam 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.
Bam Bam tries to clinch up.
Kansleri takes a jab right on the kisser. #CL#
Bam Bam clinches up with Kansleri and pushes him back against the cage.
Kansleri tries to circle away but Bam Bam has him pinned against the cage.
Kansleri blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kansleri can't break the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bam Bam.
Bam Bam misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Bam Bam fails to land. #BC#
Bam Bam manages to break the clinch.
Bam Bam avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bam Bam chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kansleri missing with a left hand there. Bam Bam was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kansleri takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bam Bam scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kansleri throws a big shot that misses.
Bam Bam throws a quick counter kick to the body but Kansleri avoids it.
Bam Bam ducks under a wild hook from Kansleri.
Bam Bam blocks a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Kansleri throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kansleri ducks under a wild hook from Bam Bam.
Kansleri is looking to clinch.
Bam Bam swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kansleri misses with a straight right.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bam Bam looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Bam Bam closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kansleri blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bam Bam is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kansleri can do to turn this around?
Kansleri blocks an uppercut.
Bam Bam swings wildly with an uppercut but Kansleri uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Kansleri breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kansleri fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kansleri throws a sloppy head kick
and Bam Bam counters with a stiff right hand.
Kansleri tries to clinch but Bam Bam is having none of it.
A jab from Kansleri misses.
Kansleri darts in trying to clinch
and Bam Bam connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Bam Bam catches Kansleri with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A head kick misses from Kansleri.
Kansleri sizes up Bam Bam with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kansleri misses with an uppercut
and Bam Bam counters with a right hand to the body.
Kansleri moves in looking to clinch but Bam Bam pushes him off.
Bam Bam connects with an inside leg kick.
Kansleri has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#CL2#
Kansleri has closed the distance and engaged Bam Bam in a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Bam Bam fails to land.
Still in the clinch, Bam Bam scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kansleri can't break the clinch. #BC2#
Kansleri pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Kansleri has Bam Bam up against the cage in a clinch.
Bam Bam scores with a shot to the side of Kansleri's head.
Joey Bam Bam has scored more points in the clinch so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam has a couple of punches blocked by Kansleri.
Bam Bam lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kansleri is trying to push Bam Bam away but Bam Bam has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T2#
Kansleri wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #BC#
Bam Bam manages to break the clinch.
Bam Bam cracks Kansleri with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kansleri throws a lazy right hand but Bam Bam sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bam Bam looks to land a right hand but Kansleri moved out of range.#CL#
Kansleri gets tackled into the cage by Bam Bam. Bam Bam maintains the clinch.
Kansleri working hard to break the clinch.
Kansleri is looking to break free of the clinch but Bam Bam has double underhooks.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Bam Bam fails to land.
Bam Bam working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside.
Kansleri tries to circle away but Bam Bam has him pinned against the cage.
A short right from Bam Bam on the inside. #BC2#
Kansleri manages to break the clinch.
Kansleri tries to close the distance and clinch but Bam Bam swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bam Bam scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kansleri in his tracks.
Bam Bam misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bam Bam uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kansleri.#T3#
Kansleri tries to clinch up but Bam Bam circles away and keeps his distance.
Kansleri with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bam Bam to score with a decent uppercut.
Bam Bam throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bam Bam lands a nice shot that snaps Kansleri's head back.
Bam Bam misses with a straight right.
Kansleri pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kansleri lands a jab to the head.
Bam Bam throws a body punch but Kansleri moves out of range.
Bam Bam moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromKansleri.
Kansleri tries a head kick but it misses.
Bam Bam is looking for a counter combo.
Bam Bam with the inside leg kick.
Kansleri shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Joey Bam Bam is winning the standup battle so far.
Kansleri throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Bam Bam counters with a takedown into side control.

Kansleri throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Kansleri is breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bam Bam circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bam Bam lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bam Bam looks to land a right hand but Kansleri moved out of range.
Kansleri wants to clinch up but Bam Bam keeps it at a distance.#T4#
Bam Bam lands with a nice body punch.
Kansleri lands a head kick. Bam Bam smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #CL#
Bam Bam rushes Kansleri and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Kansleri breaks from the clinch.
A cross from Bam Bam lands.
Bam Bam lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bam Bam fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kansleri on the side of the head.
Bam Bam with a hook.
Kansleri tries to clinch up but Bam Bam circles away and keeps his distance.
Kansleri moves forwards but Bam Bam connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bam Bam circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Kansleri drives through and clinches with Bam Bam against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Bam Bam breaks the clinch.
Bam Bam scoring well with a low kick there.
Kansleri throws a lazy head kick
enabling Bam Bam to counter with a crisp jab.
Bam Bam throws a jab when Kansleri was well out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
That's time! Bam Bam's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Bam Bam works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kansleri doesn't manage to clinch there - Bam Bam circles away.
Kansleri's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kansleri swings widly with a right hand
and Bam Bam counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A punch combination from Bam Bam misses.
Bam Bam lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bam Bam swats away the attempt to clinch by Kansleri.
A head kick misses from Kansleri.
Bam Bam is looking to counter punch.
Kansleri misses with an uppercut
and Bam Bam counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Bam Bam pushes Kansleri up against the cage in a clinch.
Bam Bam tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bam Bam lands a hook that snaps the head of Kansleri backwards.
Kansleri wants to break the clinch but can't.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside.
Kansleri working hard to break the clinch.
Bam Bam makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC#
Bam Bam breaks the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bam Bam buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bam Bam swings for the body but Kansleri moves out of range. #T1#
Kansleri moves out of range of the body kick.#CL#
Bam Bam clinches.
Kansleri tries to pull guard but Bam Bam forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Kansleri wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Kansleri blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bam Bam lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kansleri backwards.
Kansleri is looking to break free of the clinch but Bam Bam has double underhooks.
Bam Bam tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bam Bam lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kansleri wants to get back to striking at distance but Bam Bam won't allow it.
Kansleri is trying to break the clinch but Bam Bam is controlling him.
Bam Bam lands with a short shot to the head.
Kansleri takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kansleri takes a shot to the head.
Kansleri tries to break free but Bam Bam pushes him back against the cage.
Bam Bam lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kansleri blocking some punches.
Bam Bam misses with the head strike.
Bam Bam misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kansleri's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bam Bam lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #ROC#Kansleri is rocked!#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kansleri tries to circle away but Bam Bam has him pinned against the cage.
Bam Bam misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bam Bam softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kansleri is still on wobbly legs! Can Bam Bam finish him?
Bam Bam misses with some punches.
Kansleri seems to have recovered his senses.
Kansleri wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kansleri.
Bam Bam prevents Kansleri from breaking the clinch.#TD2#
Kansleri ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Kansleri no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Bam Bam passes into half guard.
Bam Bam wants to take a breather but Kansleri is having none of it. #SU#
Bam Bam decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Kansleri misses with a head kick.
Bam Bam buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A lazy left from Bam Bam finds it's target.
The fighters circling - Kansleri throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T3#
Nice cross by Bam Bam.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bam Bam.
Kansleri closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bam Bam counters with a low kick, right behind Kansleri 's knee.
Bam Bam listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bam Bam fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kansleri.
Bam Bam lands a really nice looking cross but Kansleri seems unphased.
Rauta Kansleri has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bam Bam displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kansleri throws out the jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bam Bam.
Bam Bam scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bam Bam lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kansleri throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kansleri takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kansleri throws a head kick that misses.
Kansleri misses with a straight left.
Bam Bam tries to counter with a takedown but Kansleri is quick to defend against it.
Bam Bam gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kansleri.#T4#
Bam Bam cracks Kansleri with a good jab.
Kansleri throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bam Bam moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by Bam Bam!
Kansleri closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bam Bam counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kansleri avoids a kick to the body.
Bam Bam uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kansleri.#CL#
Bam Bam has closed the distance and engaged Kansleri in a clinch.
Bam Bam tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside.
Bam Bam lands with a left to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC2#
Kansleri pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bam Bam walks into a left hand.
Kansleri rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bam Bam counters with a nice body shot.
Kansleri misses with a looping right.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Grunge 31: Yield
Date: Jan 24, 2021

#R1#
Bam Bam motions for Cosby to come forward. Bam Bam throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bam Bam tests Cosby's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL2#
Cosby takes the fight into the clinch.
Cosby lands a body punch in the clinch.
Cosby misses with a body punch.
Cosby fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Cosby. #CUT2#It looks like Joey Bam Bam has been cut.
Cosby blocking some punches.
Bam Bam tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cosby throws a punch but it's blocked by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Bam Bam misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bam Bam.
Cosby lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Cosby creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Cosby makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cosby.
Cosby tries to throw a body punch but Bam Bam avoids it by throwing Cosby back against the cage.
Bam Bam working aggressively here.
Cosby lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bam Bam backwards.
Cosby lands a shoulder strike.
Bam Bam lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T1#
Bam Bam lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Cosby swings wildly with an uppercut but Bam Bam uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bam Bam misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cosby scores with a nice hook to the head.
Cosby tries to work over Bam Bam's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bam Bam misses with some punches.
Cosby misses with some punches.
Cosby tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bam Bam's elbow.
Cosby misses with the head strike.
Bam Bam misses with the head strike.
Bam Bam takes a shot to the head.
Bam Bam misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bam Bam throws a head punch that misses.
Cosby tries to work over Bam Bam's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Bam Bam manages to break the clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cosby. Bam Bam does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bam Bam tried to counter with a leg kick but Cosby avoided it.
Bam Bam seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Cosby throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bam Bam misses with a low kick.
Cosby with the counter takedown but Bam Bam avoids it easily.
Bam Bam throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cosby sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bam Bam swats away the attempt to clinch by Cosby.
Cosby throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2#
Bam Bam closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Bam Bam moves into the clinch.
Cosby struggles to land a body shot inside as Bam Bam controls his hands.
Bam Bam fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cosby misses with the head strike.
Cosby misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside.
Cosby lands a right hand.
A body shot lands from Cosby.
Cosby tries a body shot but Bam Bam blocks it.
Cosby lands a nice shot to the body.
Bam Bam is breathing heavily.
Cosby lands with a short shot to the head.
Cosby lands a right hand.
Bam Bam drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Cosby gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Cosby lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bam Bam backwards.
Bam Bam's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Cosby lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bam Bam wants to take the fight to the mat but Cosby manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bam Bam. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cosby can't find room to land a body shot as Bam Bam controls the action.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside. #T3#
Still in the clinch, Cosby scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bam Bam blocking some punches.
Cosby lands with a right to the head.
Cosby tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cosby misses with some punches.
Cosby lands a hook that snaps the head of Bam Bam backwards.
Bam Bam throws a punch but it's blocked by Cosby.
Cosby lands an uppercut.
Cosby lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bam Bam backwards. #ROC2#Bam Bam is rocked!
Bam Bam blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Oh Bam Bam is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bam Bam.
Cosby misses with the head strike.
Cosby scores with a shoulder strike.
Cosby lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Bam Bam to his knees! Cosby keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bill Cosby!
Bill Cosby bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: Grunge 29: Vitalogy
Date: Jan 09, 2021

#R1#
Bam Bam keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Nice sprawl there from Bam Bam as Niedzwiedzinski shoots in.
It looked like Bam Bam was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Niedzwiedzinski.
Niedzwiedzinski keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Bam Bam misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Niedzwiedzinski counters with a nice double leg into half guard.

Bam Bam has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Niedzwiedzinski is on him like a limpet, forcing Bam Bam back against the cage.
Bam Bam blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Niedzwiedzinski.
Bam Bam lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Niedzwiedzinski backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bam Bam swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Bam Bam pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Niedzwiedzinski wants to clinch up but Bam Bam keeps it at a distance.
A quick step to the side and Bam Bam tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bam Bam avoids a punch combination nicely.
Niedzwiedzinski goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Niedzwiedzinski throws a head kick that misses.
Bam Bam misses with a low kick.
Niedzwiedzinski goes for a double leg but Bam Bam avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bam Bam continues to drive forward.
Bam Bam with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T1#
Bam Bam throws a leg kick that misses. #CL#
Bam Bam darts in and clinches Niedzwiedzinski up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bam Bam.
Niedzwiedzinski's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC#
Bam Bam escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bam Bam circles away from the clinch attempt.
Niedzwiedzinski takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Niedzwiedzinski doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Bam Bam to counter with a crisp jab.
Joey Bam Bam has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bruno Niedzwiedzinski.
Niedzwiedzinski closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CL#
Bam Bam drives through and clinches with Niedzwiedzinski against the cage.
Bam Bam is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Bam Bam swings wildly with an uppercut but Niedzwiedzinski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Niedzwiedzinski creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #BC#
Bam Bam breaks from the clinch.
No joy there for Bam Bam, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bam Bam throws a series of punches but Niedzwiedzinski moves out of range.
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!
Bam Bam lands a nice looking body shot. #T2#
Niedzwiedzinski closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bam Bam circles away.
Niedzwiedzinski misses with a body shot
and Bam Bam connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bam Bam scores with a hook.
Niedzwiedzinski tries to clinch up but Bam Bam circles away and keeps his distance.
Niedzwiedzinski fails with the takedown
enabling Bam Bam to counter with a crisp jab.
Niedzwiedzinski fails with the takedown
and Bam Bam counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Niedzwiedzinski looks winded!
Bam Bam throws a body shot but no joy.
A lazy left from Bam Bam finds it's target.#CL#
Bam Bam clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Bam Bam breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Niedzwiedzinski gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bam Bam counters with a straight right hand.
Bam Bam tries to clinch up but Niedzwiedzinski circles away and keeps his distance.
Bam Bam motions for Niedzwiedzinski to come forward. Bam Bam throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
Bam Bam lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bam Bam connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#TD#
Bam Bam gets the takedown into side control.

Niedzwiedzinski throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Niedzwiedzinski looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Niedzwiedzinski chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bam Bam can pounce on him.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bam Bam looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A clash of legs there as Niedzwiedzinski blocks the low kick.
Niedzwiedzinski takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Niedzwiedzinski takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #TD#
Bam Bam darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Bam Bam trying to control from half guard but Niedzwiedzinski is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Niedzwiedzinski wants to improve his position but Bam Bam is controlling well.
Bam Bam is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Bam Bam trying to control the action but Niedzwiedzinski is working from the bottom. #ES2#
Niedzwiedzinski makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Bam Bam gets tackled into the cage by Niedzwiedzinski. Niedzwiedzinski maintains the clinch.
Bam Bam avoids the elbow strike from Niedzwiedzinski, against the cage.
Niedzwiedzinski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Niedzwiedzinski tries to throw a body punch but Bam Bam avoids it by throwing Niedzwiedzinski back against the cage.
Bam Bam blocks an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Niedzwiedzinski throws a wild body kick that Bam Bam sees coming a mile off.
Niedzwiedzinski ducks under a wild hook from Bam Bam.
Niedzwiedzinski tries to counter with a clinch but Bam Bam shakes him off and moves away.#TD#
Bam Bam fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Niedzwiedzinski to the ground. Bam Bam is now in Niedzwiedzinski's guard.
Bam Bam working some strikes from top position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bam Bam accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bam Bam trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bam Bam wants to control from the top but Niedzwiedzinski keeps moving.
Bam Bam stands up over Niedzwiedzinski, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Niedzwiedzinski keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully.
Bam Bam sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Joey Bam Bam overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Bam Bam's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T1#
Bam Bam lands a couple of digs.#SU#
Bam Bam gets to his feet. Niedzwiedzinski looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Bam Bam scores with a jab to the jaw.
Niedzwiedzinski checks the leg kick.
Bam Bam is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Niedzwiedzinski can do to turn this around?
Niedzwiedzinski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Niedzwiedzinski is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bam Bam with a body shot.
Bam Bam misses with a takedown attempt - Niedzwiedzinski sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Bam Bam blocks a head kick by Niedzwiedzinski. #CL#
Bam Bam closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Niedzwiedzinski escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bruno Niedzwiedzinski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Niedzwiedzinski tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bam Bam connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bam Bam looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Niedzwiedzinski is fending him off so far but Bam Bam persists. Nope, Niedzwiedzinski circles away and we're back to standing.
Niedzwiedzinski swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Joey Bam Bam is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice takedown defense from Bam Bam. No joy for Niedzwiedzinski on that attempt. #T2#
Bam Bam with the inside leg kick.
Niedzwiedzinski wants to clinch
and Bam Bam counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Niedzwiedzinski thinking.
Niedzwiedzinski closes the distance and clinches up with Bam Bam, looking for a takedown. Niedzwiedzinski pushes Bam Bam against the cage but Bam Bam circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bam Bam looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bam Bam uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Niedzwiedzinski has time to react.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Niedzwiedzinski fails with the takedown
and Niedzwiedzinski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Joey Bam Bam has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bruno Niedzwiedzinski.
Niedzwiedzinski is breathing heavily.
Bam Bam lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bam Bam throws a hook but Niedzwiedzinski avoids it easily.
Bam Bam tries to land a front kick but Niedzwiedzinski steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#TD#
Bam Bam shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Niedzwiedzinski's guard.
Niedzwiedzinski is wriggling around but Bam Bam manages to pass to half guard. #REVB#
Bam Bam is looking to advance position but Niedzwiedzinski won't allow it. #SUB#
Bam Bam is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Niedzwiedzinski sees it coming and defends easily.
Bam Bam 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.#T3##SUB#
Bam Bam is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Bam Bam is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Niedzwiedzinski doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bam Bam.
Bam Bam is keen to just control but Niedzwiedzinski is a slippery customer.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bam Bam trying to control the pace.
Niedzwiedzinski has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bam Bam is working away from the top position though.
Bam Bam is looking to stall here but Niedzwiedzinski recovers full guard.
Bam Bam stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Niedzwiedzinski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Nice jab there from Bam Bam.
Niedzwiedzinski tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bruno Niedzwiedzinski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bam Bam swats away the attempt to clinch by Niedzwiedzinski.
Bam Bam on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Niedzwiedzinski. Niedzwiedzinski obviously looking to wear him down.
Bam Bam throws a low kick but Niedzwiedzinski avoids it.
Niedzwiedzinski tries to close the distance and clinch but Bam Bam swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bam Bam paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A leg kick checked by Bam Bam.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Niedzwiedzinski fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Niedzwiedzinski scores with a shot to the body.
Niedzwiedzinski darts in trying to clinch
and Bam Bam counters with a nice uppercut.
Bam Bam throws a low kick, looking for Niedzwiedzinski's leg but Niedzwiedzinski calmly moves out of range. #T1#
A big right from Bam Bam misses. #CL#
Bam Bam forces Niedzwiedzinski back against the cage and clinches.
Bam Bam lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
Bam Bam manages to break the clinch.
Niedzwiedzinski throws a head kick but Bam Bam moves out of range. #CL#
Bam Bam moves into the clinch successfully.
Niedzwiedzinski lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Bam Bam pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Niedzwiedzinski chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bam Bam can pounce on him.
Bam Bam looks for the body kick but Niedzwiedzinski saw that one coming.
Nice shot by Bam Bam.
Niedzwiedzinski doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bam Bam counters with a left to the body.
Niedzwiedzinski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bam Bam lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A cross from Bam Bam lands.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Niedzwiedzinski moves away from the strike by Bam Bam. #T2#
Niedzwiedzinski misses with a takedown attempt
and Bam Bam counters with a good, hard body kick but Niedzwiedzinski shrugs it off. #CL#
Bam Bam instigates a clinch.
Joey Bam Bam has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Niedzwiedzinski misses with an elbow strike.
Niedzwiedzinski goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Niedzwiedzinski throws a punch but it's blocked by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Bam Bam breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bam Bam lands with a cross.
Niedzwiedzinski has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A nice inside leg kick there by Niedzwiedzinski. That's going to slow Bam Bam down.
Bam Bam throws a lazy right hand but Niedzwiedzinski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bam Bam stuns Niedzwiedzinski with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bam Bam changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Niedzwiedzinski tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
That kick from Bam Bam tenderised Niedzwiedzinski's leg. Niedzwiedzinski is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bam Bam moves into range and connects with a jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bam Bam.
Niedzwiedzinski moves forwards but Bam Bam connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T3#
Bam Bam has a takedown stuffed.
Bam Bam closes this distance looking for a takedown but Niedzwiedzinski circles away.
Bam Bam stuffs the takedown.
Joey Bam Bam has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bruno Niedzwiedzinski.
Danga de danga de dang - Niedzwiedzinski scores with a four punch combination!
Bam Bam scores with a sloppy right hand. Niedzwiedzinski should have avoided that one.
Bam Bam stuns Niedzwiedzinski with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Niedzwiedzinski fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bam Bam throws a body shot but no joy.
Bam Bam throws a series of punches but Niedzwiedzinski moves out of range.
Bam Bam takes a swing at Niedzwiedzinski's ribcage but misses.
Niedzwiedzinski takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CL#
Bam Bam rushes Niedzwiedzinski and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Bam Bam's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD#
Bam Bam decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Bam Bam is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Niedzwiedzinski trying to control but Bam Bam postures up.
Bam Bam looks to land a strike but Niedzwiedzinski avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Bruno Niedzwiedzinski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Niedzwiedzinski throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #SU#
Bam Bam stands up from Niedzwiedzinski's guard - Bam Bam perhaps looking for a knockout. #CL2#
Niedzwiedzinski rushes Bam Bam and presses him up against the cage.
Bam Bam is trying to push Niedzwiedzinski away but Niedzwiedzinski has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Bam Bam is trying to force a seperation but Niedzwiedzinski has the dominant position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Joey Bam Bam showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bam Bam 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joey Bam Bam!
Joey Bam Bam decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Grunge 25: Sex & Candy
Date: Dec 13, 2020

#R1#
Bam Bam misses with an uppercut. Granit saw that one coming.
Bam Bam moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Bam Bam lands with a nice body punch.
Bam Bam misses with a looping left.
Granit unleashes a big counter combination but Bam Bam bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
No joy there for Granit, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #CL#
Granit tries to keep at a distance but Bam Bam has taken the fight into the clinch.
A short right from Granit.
A short right from Granit. #TD#
Bam Bam gets a trip takedown into 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.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Granit is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Bam Bam is looking for a kimura here.
Bam Bam looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T1##SUB#
Bam Bam wants to work for an arm triangle but Granit is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Bam Bam is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Bam Bam trying to control the pace.
Granit wants to improve his position but Bam Bam is controlling well. #SUB#
Bam Bam is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Granit tries to get to full guard but Bam Bam has control of the leg. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Bam Bam seems to be looking for submissions.
Bam Bam uses his free foot to push down on Granit's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Granit.
Bam Bam looking to control and managing it successfully.
Granit is squirming around, avoiding Bam Bam's attempts to control the action. #T3#
Granit is bucking up trying to escape but Bam Bam cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#SUB#
Bam Bam goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Granit is on top in guard.
Granit stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bam Bam swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Granit preventing the sweep.
Granit looking to sit in guard and control but Bam Bam gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T4#
Granit keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully. #SU#
Bam Bam stands up and waves to Granit to follow him.
Bam Bam scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Granit throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bam Bam sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bam Bam lunges at Granit with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Granit's hand.
Bam Bam misses with a takedown
and Granit counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Joey Bam Bam has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bam Bam lands with an overhand left.
Granit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Papa Granit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam lands an overhand right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Bam Bam fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bam Bam will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Granit misses the shot to the body.
Bam Bam throws a chopping leg kick but Granit manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#TD#
Bam Bam looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bam Bam works his way into full mount!
Bam Bam content just to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Bam Bam stands up from mount. Strange move.
Granit pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bam Bam with a hook.#T1#
Bam Bam pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Granit misses with an uppercut.
Bam Bam appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bam Bam cracks Granit with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bam Bam tries for a takedown but Granit sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD#
Bam Bam shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Bam Bam showed some decent athleticism there.
Granit tries to kick Bam Bam off in order to stand up. Bam Bam Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control. #SUB#
Bam Bam is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Granit is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Granit is trying to control Bam Bam's posture but Bam Bam avoids it.
Granit is not content to let Bam Bam control the position. #T2#
Bam Bam moves into full mount!
Bam Bam content just to control the position here.
Bam Bam trying to control but Granit is having none of it.
Bam Bam is really struggling to control Granit but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T3#
Bam Bam has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Granit's face.
Granit is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Granit is desperately trying to improve his position but Bam Bam has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB#
Bam Bam working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Granit has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Bam Bam's lack of action.
Granit works his way to full guard. Good work.
Granit keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully.
Bam Bam is in close to Granit's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T4#
Bam Bam pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Granit is keeping the position for now.
Bam Bam content to stall in guard here.
Bam Bam preventing the sweep.
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but Granit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bam Bam advances position into side control!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bam Bam working the body and head with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Granit throws a wild body kick that Bam Bam sees coming a mile off.
Bam Bam looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bam Bam lands a nice shot to the body.
Bam Bam throws a jab when Granit was well out of range.
Bam Bam lands a nice hook to Granit's body. Granit takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Granit takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bam Bam pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bam Bam sizes up Granit with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Decent striking displayed by Granit there.
A jab from Bam Bam misses.
Granit replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Bam Bam blocks it well.
Granit misses with a double jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Granit stuffs the takedown.
A little jabbing left from Granit on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bam Bam connects with a looping right hand.
Bam Bam throws a big shot that misses.
Bam Bam paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Granit on the wrong end of a kick to the body. #T1#
Bam Bam scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Bam Bam stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bam Bam tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Granit connects with a body shot.#CL2#
Granit closes the distance and clinches.
Bam Bam jumps guard but Granit turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Granit lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Granit lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Bam Bam manages to break the clinch.
Granit misses with a combination
and Bam Bam counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bam Bam throws a low kick but Granit avoids it.
No joy there for Bam Bam, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bam Bam on the wrong end of a nice jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bam Bam cracks Granit with an open hand slap.
Papa Granit has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Granit ducks right into an uppercut from Bam Bam.
Granit misses with a hook.
Bam Bam takes one to the side of the head.
Bam Bam loads up on a big right hand but Granit slips the punch.
Bam Bam throws a shot from downtown. Granit moves away and avoids it.
Granit throws out a counter right but Bam Bam avoids it with no problem.
Granit avoids the body shot from Bam Bam.
Granit is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Bam Bam checks a leg kick.
Bam Bam punishes Granit's body with a nice straight punch.
Bam Bam lands an overhand right.
Bam Bam is trying hard to land a takedown here. Granit sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bam Bam. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Granit throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Bam Bam to counter with a crisp jab.
Granit checks a leg kick nicely.#CL#
Bam Bam has managed to clinch.
Bam Bam drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Granit gets the underhooks and prevents it. #T3#
A right hook to the body lands for Granit. #TD#
Bam Bam successfully pulls guard. #SU2#
Granit stands and steps away. Bam Bam gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Granit tries to work over Bam Bam's front leg with a kick but Bam Bam checks it.
A jab from Granit finds it's way through Bam Bam's defenses.
Granit rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bam Bam counters with a straight right hand.
Bam Bam stuns Granit with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bam Bam closes the distance but Granit moves to the side
and Granit counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bam Bam slips under a jab.
Joey Bam Bam is winning the standup battle so far.
Granit tries to bum rush Bam Bam with a series of wild strikes but Bam Bam uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Granit with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bam Bam to score with a decent uppercut.
Bam Bam connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bam Bam misses with a right hand
and Granit counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Bam Bam closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Bam Bam breaks the clinch.
Bam Bam closes this distance looking for a takedown but Granit circles away.
Granit throws out a counter right but Bam Bam avoids it with no problem.
Granit loads up on a big right hand but Bam Bam slips the punch.
Granit looks to land a right hand but Bam Bam moved out of range.#TD#
Bam Bam shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Granit is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Granit is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bam Bam is aware though and is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bam Bam is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but Granit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Grunge 21: Melvins
Date: Nov 07, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Bam Bam shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Dementia napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Dementia is trying to control Bam Bam's posture but Bam Bam avoids it. #SU#
Bam Bam decides to stand up, so the ref orders Dementia to his feet.
Dementia finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Dementia waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bam Bam.
Dementia misses with an attempted mid kick.
Dementia looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Dementia walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Dementia pushes Bam Bam away with a front kick.
Bam Bam has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Far-Q Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
Bam Bam connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Dementia takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dementia connects with a leg kick.
Dementia takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Dementia avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dementia was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Bam Bam misses the shot to the body.
Bam Bam feints and then cracks Dementia's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dementia down.
Dementia tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bam Bam is able to avoid easily.#T1#
Dementia throws a big shot that misses.
Bam Bam appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bam Bam's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dementia under the eye.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bam Bam.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bam Bam fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Dementia buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Dementia does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Bam Bam throws a lazy right hand but Dementia sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dementia lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Dementia gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Dementia moves out of range of the strikes.
Bam Bam thuds his right hand into Dementia's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Dementia walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bam Bam moves out of range of the body kick.
Dementia fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bam Bam manages to avoid it.
Bam Bam throwing a counter right hand but Dementia manages to avoid it.#T2#
Dementia tries to land a front kick but Bam Bam steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bam Bam darts in trying to clinch
and Dementia counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Dementia misses with a wild body shot.
Bam Bam checks a leg kick.
Bam Bam connects with a body shot.
Pugilistic Dementia is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A nice inside leg kick there by Dementia. That's going to slow Bam Bam down.
Dementia lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A low kick lands for Bam Bam.
Bam Bam shoots in looking for a takedown. Dementia tries to sprawl out of it but Bam Bam keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Dementia manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dementia throws a looping overhand right but Bam Bam ducks down to avoid it.
Dementia throws a nice inside leg kick.
Dementia tries to land a front kick but Bam Bam steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T3#
Bam Bam throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dementia appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bam Bam takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Bam Bam throws a good cross that connects.
Bam Bam throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bam Bam lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dementia circles away quickly and effectively.
Dementia scores with a decent looking hook.
Dementia wants to land a leg kick but Bam Bam is out of range.
Bam Bam is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bam Bam takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bam Bam connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bam Bam misses with a takedown attempt
and Dementia counters with a good low kick that Bam Bam was not able to check.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bam Bam. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dementia throws a body shot but no joy.
Dementia throws out a powerful jab.#CUT2#It looks like Joey Bam Bam has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dementia punishes Bam Bam's body with a nice straight punch.
Dementia staying out of range there.
Bam Bam slips under a jab.
Dementia wants to land a leg kick but Bam Bam is out of range. #T4#
Bam Bam misses with an uppercut
and Dementia connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bam Bam tries for a takedown but Dementia sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dementia is looking for the big counter here.
Bam Bam throws a lazy uppercut
and Dementia counters with a nice kick to the body. #CL#
Bam Bam clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Dementia breaks from the clinch.
Dementia takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Dementia pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A leg kick checked by Bam Bam.
Dementia connects with a looping right hand.
Bam Bam throws a lazy right hand but Dementia sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dementia throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bam Bam counters with a stiff right hand.
Bam Bam connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dementia's hands.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#TD#
Bam Bam looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB#
Bam Bam is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Pugilistic Dementia will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Bam Bam missing with a left hand there. Dementia was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dementia connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bam Bam cracks Dementia with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bam Bam throws a hook to the side of Dementia's head but Dementia sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dementia tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bam Bam thumps Dementia with a low kick.
Dementia looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Dementia looks to land a left hand but Bam Bam moved out of range nicely.
Bam Bam scores with a jab.
Bam Bam tries to close the distance and clinch up but Dementia swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Dementia lands with a shot to the body.
Dementia smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A swing and a miss from Bam Bam.
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!
Bam Bam doesn't manage to clinch there - Dementia circles away.
Dementia steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Bam Bam throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Nice shot by Dementia.#T1#
Dementia with a nice cross.
Dementia tries to land a front kick but Bam Bam steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bam Bam appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bam Bam tries to clinch but Dementia moves away
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
A low kick lands for Dementia.
Bam Bam is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Dementia tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bam Bam fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dementia on the side of the head.
Dementia will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Crunch! Dementia slams his shin into Bam Bam's torso.
Bam Bam takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Dementia throws a leg kick #TD#
and Bam Bam counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dementia is trying to maintain the position but Bam Bam is very close to passing his half guard.
Bam Bam wants to pass the guard but Dementia is defending well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bam Bam is keen to just control but Dementia is a slippery customer.#T2#
Bam Bam prevents Dementia from improving his position.#SUB#
Bam Bam seems to be working for a kimura but Dementia defends the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dementia gets full guard.
Dementia keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully.
Bam Bam passes Dementia's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Dementia trying to control here. #T3#
Dementia wants to improve his position but Bam Bam is controlling well.
Dementia wants to control but Bam Bam is keeping busy.
Bam Bam with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Bam Bam trying to control the action but Dementia is working from the bottom.
Dementia wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Bam Bam is looking for a kimura here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Bam Bam is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dementia has managed to free his arm - good work. #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.
Dementia is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Good exchange - Dementia coming out on top.
Bam Bam misses with the combination.
Bam Bam is looking to clinch.
Bam Bam uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dementia.
Dementia throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Joey Bam Bam will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##TD#
Bam Bam gets a takedown into half guard.
Dementia keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Bam Bam trying to control from Dementia's half guard. Dementia has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Dementia is controlling Bam Bam's posture.
Bam Bam stopping the sweep attempt from Dementia.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bam Bam accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dementia 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.
Dementia utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T1#
Bam Bam forces his way into half guard.
Bam Bam is looking to stall here but Dementia recovers full guard.
Bam Bam stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dementia swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Bam Bam drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Dementia dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Bam Bam wants to get back to his feet but Dementia is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Bam Bam looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Dementia puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T2#
Dementia trying to mount his opponent but Bam Bam defends it.
Dementia controlling the action here.
Bam Bam is looking for a sweep. Dementia is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bam Bam is trying to control but Dementia passes into side control!
Bam Bam is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Bam Bam manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Bam Bam keeping hold of Dementia's head, controlling as best he can.
Bam Bam slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Bam Bam 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#
Joey Bam Bam overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dementia wants to control but Bam Bam is keeping busy.
Dementia wants to control but Bam Bam passes into side. #T4#
Bam Bam trying to control the position but Dementia is working away.
Dementia is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Bam Bam wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dementia, who protects the arm well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dementia wants to control but Bam Bam postures up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Joey Bam Bam showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bam Bam 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 George Francis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: Grunge 17: Last Kiss
Date: Sep 26, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Martinez misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bam Bam tries to bum rush Martinez with a series of wild strikes but Martinez uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
And Martinez tries to counter it with a takedown but Bam Bam pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Martinez takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bam Bam has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Far-Q Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
Bam Bam missing with a left hand there. Martinez was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Martinez on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bam Bam with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bam Bam scores with a hook.
Bam Bam lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bam Bam fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Martinez slips a jab from Bam Bam.
Martinez on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bam Bam lands with a hook. Martinez tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his 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!
Martinez has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bam Bam finds it's way round the side to connect with Martinez's head.
Bam Bam is looking to clinch but Martinez is avoiding it. #T1##TD#
Bam Bam scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Martinez is trying to maintain the position but Bam Bam is very close to passing his half guard.
Martinez is looking to improve his position.
Martinez taking some punishment here, with Bam Bam in his half guard.
Bam Bam is nestled in close to Martinez, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Bam Bam 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.
Martinez trying to control but Bam Bam postures up. #SUB2#
Martinez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bam Bam pulls his head out easily.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Bam Bam lands a nice short elbow.#ROC#Martinez is rocked!
Bam Bam lands strikes from half guard.
Martinez is still in real trouble! Can Bam Bam finish him?
Bam Bam stalling.
Bam Bam lands a big elbow - Martinez is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Bam Bam!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joey Bam Bam!
A victorious Joey Bam Bam thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 28, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bam Bam chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tavares can pounce on him.
Tavares throws a head kick but Bam Bam moves out of range.
Tavares fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bam Bam manages to avoid it.
Tavares has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Bam Bam is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Bam Bam throws a right and a left that both miss.
An inside leg kick from Tavares misses.
Bam Bam lands an overhand right.
Bam Bam scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tavares shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Bam Bam lands with a nice body punch.
Tavares takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tavares misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bam Bam throws a looping overhand right but Tavares ducks down to avoid it.
Bam Bam tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bam Bam moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bam Bam throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bam Bam takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Jab, jab by Bam Bam - just one landing.
Bam Bam lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CL#
Bam Bam gets a clinch. #TD#
Bam Bam has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Tavares regains guard immediately.
Tavares is wriggling around but Bam Bam manages to pass to half guard. #T1##REVB#
Bam Bam working Tavares over with strikes.
Bam Bam controlling the action here.
Tavares taking some punishment here, with Bam Bam in his half guard.
Bam Bam keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ground and pound from Bam Bam. #SUB#
Bam Bam is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Tavares has managed to free his arm - good work.
Tavares is trying to get back to full guard.
Tavares is still trying to improve position.#T2#
Bam Bam looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Tavares with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Bam Bam is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bam Bam is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Bam Bam scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Tavares is trying to control but Bam Bam passes into side control!
Tavares takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tavares is trying to control Bam Bam's posture but Bam Bam avoids it.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bam Bam lands an elbow. #SUB#
Bam Bam in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Tavares is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Joey Bam Bam!
An out of breath Joey Bam Bam thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: CACC BLUE BELT BLUES CARD 4
Date: Aug 25, 2020

187 cm
25 yrs
214 lbs

180 cm
32 yrs
220 lbs

Bam Bam

Dalton

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 5 losses; Joey Bam Bam! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 10 losses; Pacer Dalton!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Dalton shoots in but no luck this time. #TD#
Bam Bam shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Bam Bam showed some decent athleticism there.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bam Bam (2) vs (0) Dalton
Dalton tries to get to full guard but Bam Bam has control of the leg.
Dalton is trying to maintain the position but Bam Bam is very close to passing his half guard.
Bam Bam looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Dalton is positioning himself well to prevent Bam Bam advancing to mount.
Dalton is pressing down on Bam Bam's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam stopping the sweep attempt from Dalton.
Dalton controls Bam Bam momentarily but Bam Bam frees himself.
Bam Bam slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (5) vs (0) Dalton
Bam Bam trying to control the position but Dalton is working away. #T1#
Bam Bam tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Dalton felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Dalton wants to control but Bam Bam postures up.
Dalton tries to improve position but can't.
Dalton seems a little lost for a moment, as Bam Bam dominates the positioning.
Dalton is looking for a sweep.
Bam Bam wants to control but Dalton is keeping him busy.
Dalton is looking to reverse the position.
Bam Bam moves into full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Bam Bam (7) vs (0) Dalton
Bam Bam trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dalton wants to control but Bam Bam is having none of it.
Dalton sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#T2#
Dalton is refusing to be controlled, as Bam Bam sits in half guard.
Dalton controlling the position well. #SUB#
Bam Bam is looking for a kimura but Dalton is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bam Bam to get the leverage.
Bam Bam wants to free his trapped foot but Dalton is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Dalton manages to get to full guard.
Dalton wants to sweep but no luck.
Dalton pulls Bam Bam in close to his closed guard and prevents Bam Bam from doing any damage or advancing position.
Dalton working a defensive guard but Bam Bam passes into half guard. #T3#
Bam Bam is keen to just control but Dalton is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Bam Bam seems to be looking for submissions.
Bam Bam is keen to just control but Dalton is a slippery customer.
Dalton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dalton makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dalton.
Dalton wants to sweep here but Bam Bam controlling him for the moment.
Dalton keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Dalton trying to control the position here.
Bam Bam preventing the sweep.
Bam Bam trying to control but Dalton is working from the bottom.
Bam Bam pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dalton is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Dalton is trying to keep Bam Bam in close.
Dalton seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Dalton being controlled here, momentarily.
Dalton is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dalton is pulling down on Bam Bam's head. It's preventing any offense from Bam Bam, at least for the moment.#SUB#
Bam Bam is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Dalton 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.#T5#
Bam Bam stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dalton swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dalton is trying to keep Bam Bam in close.
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but Dalton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bam Bam wants to pass the guard but Dalton is keeping the position.
Dalton is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Bam Bam won't allow Dalton to sweep him here.
Bam Bam wants to control from the top but Dalton keeps moving.
Dalton is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Bam Bam is pushing down on Dalton's leg trying to pass to half guard. Dalton is fighting to maintain full guard but Bam Bam has managed to sneak the leg through.#T6#
Dalton holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Bam Bam is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Dalton is holding on to half guard well.
Dalton wants to control but Bam Bam is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dalton is looking to improve his position.
Dalton is not content to let Bam Bam control the position.
Dalton has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bam Bam is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Dalton is defending against the submission attempts here by Bam Bam. #SUB#
Bam Bam is working for a kimura but Dalton is defending it quite comfortably.
Bam Bam is trying to control the action in half guard but Dalton is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T7#
Bam Bam is thwarting Dalton's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Bam Bam is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dalton is just riding it out for now. Bam Bam eventually gives up the hold.
Dalton won't allow Bam Bam to pass to mount.
Bam Bam is thwarting Dalton's attempts to control the position.
Dalton tries to roll over but Bam Bam keeps him under control.
Dalton is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bam Bam's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bam Bam's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bam Bam (7) vs (4) Dalton#T8#
Bam Bam is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Dalton.
Bam Bam is really stuck here.
Bam Bam is working hard here to advance position.
Dalton controlling the position well here. Bam Bam rolled but Dalton kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Dalton trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position. #T9#
Bam Bam just trying to survive but Dalton is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Bam Bam staying busy and making it hard for Dalton to control.
Bam Bam trying to control the position but Dalton manages to sink in the hooks.
Dalton wants to control but Bam Bam is keeping busy.
Bam Bam trying to control but not successfully.
Dalton biding his time, controlling Bam Bam.
Bam Bam trying to control but not successfully. #T10#
Dalton trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Bam Bam doesn't escape.
Dalton wants to control but Bam Bam is keeping busy.
Dalton not allowing Bam Bam to control his hands.
Dalton is controlling the position but Bam Bam somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
Dalton is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Bam Bam!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (7) vs (7) Dalton
Bam Bam is trying desperately to improve position.
Dalton fails to advance to Bam Bam's back.
Bam Bam tries to lock up and control but Dalton gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T11#
Dalton trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Bam Bam is in all sorts of trouble here.
Dalton trying to control but Bam Bam is having none of it.
Bam Bam tries to hold on but Dalton pushes him away.
Dalton can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Bam Bam is looking to escape.
Dalton controlling the pace for now.
Bam Bam is in all sorts of trouble here.
Dalton wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T12#
Dalton wants to take his opponent's back but instead Bam Bam manages to regain half guard.
Dalton is trying to control. Bam Bam wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Bam Bam is in trouble now - Dalton has advanced to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (7) vs (10) Dalton
Bam Bam keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Bam Bam tries to lock up and control but Dalton gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Dalton controlling the pace for now.
Bam Bam stops Dalton from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Bam Bam tries to hold on but Dalton postures up.#T13#
Dalton forces the positional change into back control.
Score +3 for taking back: Bam Bam (7) vs (13) Dalton
Dalton controlling from the back.
Bam Bam looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Bam Bam tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Dalton sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T14#
Dalton avoids the attempt from Bam Bam to control.
Dalton controlling from mount.
Let's hope that Dalton has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
It looks like Dalton 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.
Dalton wants to control but instead Bam Bam manages to regain half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bam Bam is not content to let Dalton control the position.
Well, if Dalton 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.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dalton wins on points by 13 to 7.
Our winner, Pacer Dalton, 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: CACC 114
Date: Aug 15, 2020

187 cm
25 yrs
214 lbs

191 cm
36 yrs
212 lbs

Bam Bam

Scott

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 5 losses; Joey Bam Bam! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; Alejandro Scott!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Scott shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bam Bam attempts a counter takedown but Scott avoids it well and moves away.#TD#
Bam Bam closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Scott to the mat! Scott manages to get full guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bam Bam (2) vs (0) Scott
Bam Bam looking to pass the guard.
Scott manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bam Bam manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (2) vs (2) Scott#SUB2#
Scott has gone for a leg lock! Bam Bam slips out almost immediately though and dives into Scott's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (4) vs (2) Scott
Bam Bam wants to control from the top but Scott keeps moving.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Scott is looking for a triangle but Bam Bam pushes his legs off easily.
Scott keeping full guard, as Bam Bam tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Scott looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Bam Bam avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Scott has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bam Bam can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Bam Bam is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Scott keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Scott is looking for a triangle but Bam Bam pushes his legs off easily.
Bam Bam wants to control from the top but Scott keeps moving.
Scott looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bam Bam is one step ahead there.
Scott not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bam Bam wants to control from the top but Scott keeps moving. #T2##SUB2#
Scott is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bam Bam pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scott is keeping the position for now.
Bam Bam stopping the sweep attempt from Scott.
Scott keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Scott working for a triangle but Bam Bam defends it easily.
Bam Bam is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Bam Bam sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Scott's guard.
Bam Bam is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (7) vs (2) Scott
Scott tries to reverse the position but Bam Bam maintains control.#T3#
Scott slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Bam Bam is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Scott has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Bam Bam is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Scott looking for submissions off his back.
Bam Bam trying to control from half guard but Scott is working away.
Scott moves into full guard. #SUB#
Bam Bam is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Bam Bam postures up. #T4##SUB2#
Scott working for a triangle but Bam Bam defends it easily.
Scott keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Scott looking for subs off his back but Bam Bam has passed one foot through into half guard.
Bam Bam prevents Scott from improving his position.
Bam Bam seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Scott does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Bam Bam passes to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (10) vs (2) Scott
Bam Bam trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T5#
Scott is trying to escape the mount.
Bam Bam trying to control but Scott is having none of it.
Bam Bam controlling the position easily from mount.
Bam Bam trying to control but Scott is having none of it.
Scott really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Bam Bam trying to control but Scott is having none of it. #T6#
Scott manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Bam Bam is looking to advance position but Scott won't allow it.
Scott 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 battling for position here. Scott manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Bam Bam got a little sloppy there for a moment and Scott has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bam Bam has managed to get both his arms back between Scott's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Scott escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bam Bam gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but Scott is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Scott is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bam Bam defends well.#T7##SUB2#
Bam Bam got a little sloppy there for a moment and Scott has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bam Bam has managed to get both his arms back between Scott's legs - danger averted.
Scott being controlled here, momentarily.
Bam Bam stands and throws Scott's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (13) vs (2) Scott
Bam Bam advances nicely into full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Bam Bam (15) vs (2) Scott
Scott is squirming around, avoiding Bam Bam's attempts to control the action.
Scott can't escape the position. #T8#
Scott is still trying to improve position.
Scott is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Scott is looking to improve his position but Bam Bam isn't that keen on the idea.
Bam Bam trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Scott tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bam Bam tries to control but Scott wriggling away.
Scott tries to lock up and control but Bam Bam gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Scott is looking to get to half guard.
Scott is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T9#
Bam Bam controlling his opponent.
Bam Bam wants to control the pace but Scott is squirming around nicely.
Scott tries to hold on but Bam Bam pushes him away.
Bam Bam trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Bam Bam avoids the attempt from Scott to control.
Bam Bam wants to control the pace but Scott is squirming around nicely.
Scott tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bam Bam looking to control but Scott is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Scott tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T10#
Scott keeps trying to improve his position.
Scott tries to lock up and control but Bam Bam gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Bam Bam looking to control but Scott is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Scott is desperately trying to improve his position but Bam Bam has a good base and remains in mount.
Bam Bam looking to control but Scott is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Bam Bam is really struggling to control Scott but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB#
Bam Bam has isolated one of Scott's arms. Scott looking to fight him off but Bam Bam twists into an armbar. It's tight... Will he tap?? YES, he's tapped! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joey Bam Bam!
An out of breath Joey Bam Bam thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: CACC 109
Date: Jul 25, 2020

187 cm
25 yrs
214 lbs

188 cm
31 yrs
205 lbs

Bam Bam

Jackson

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 5 losses; Joey Bam Bam! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 17 losses; Kamden Jackson!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Bam Bam gets a double leg takedown into Jackson's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bam Bam (2) vs (0) Jackson
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Jackson working for a triangle but Bam Bam defends it easily. #SUB2#
Jackson has his foot on Bam Bam's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bam Bam works his way back into a safe position though.
Jackson can't keep his opponent in guard - Bam Bam advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Jackson wants to improve his position but Bam Bam is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam passes to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (5) vs (0) Jackson
Jackson is trying to escape the mount. #T1#
Jackson is squirming around, avoiding Bam Bam's attempts to control the action.
Jackson can't escape the position. #SUB#
Bam Bam has control of Jackson's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Jackson regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Bam Bam can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jackson is looking to escape.
Jackson is looking to improve his position but Bam Bam isn't that keen on the idea.#T2##SUB#
Bam Bam working for a guillotine from mount but Jackson is in no mood to give up.
Jackson 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.
Jackson wants to hold on but Bam Bam pushes him away.
Bam Bam looking to control but Jackson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Jackson working to try and regain half guard. #SUB#
Bam Bam is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Jackson to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Jackson shrugs it off.
Jackson sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Bam Bam is keen to just control but Jackson is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Jackson with the active half guard here but Bam Bam passes nicely into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (8) vs (0) Jackson#SUB#
Bam Bam is trying to get an arm triangle but Jackson is defending well. #T3#
Bam Bam content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Bam Bam is looking to take a break and control but Jackson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Bam Bam tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Bam Bam has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Jackson tries to bench press Bam Bam off him but Bam Bam keeps the position.
Bam Bam advances to full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Bam Bam (10) vs (0) Jackson
Jackson is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T4##SUB#
Bam Bam looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB#
Bam Bam working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Bam Bam tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Jackson can't escape the position.
Jackson gets back to half guard.
Bam Bam seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Jackson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Jackson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bam Bam manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (10) vs (2) Jackson#T5#
Jackson tries to free his leg and advance position but Bam Bam is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Jackson is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Bam Bam is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Bam Bam has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (12) vs (2) Jackson#SUB2#
Jackson working for a triangle but Bam Bam defends it easily.
Bam Bam trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Bam Bam is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Bam Bam got a little sloppy there for a moment and Jackson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bam Bam has managed to get both his arms back between Jackson's legs - danger averted.
Bam Bam trying to control but Jackson is working from the bottom. #T6#
Bam Bam sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Jackson's guard.
Bam Bam controlling the pace.
Jackson wants to improve his position but Bam Bam is controlling well. #SUB#
Bam Bam is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Jackson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bam Bam. #SUB#
Bam Bam is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Jackson won't allow Bam Bam to pass to mount. #T7#
Jackson is trying to control but can't.
Bam Bam trying to pass the guard but Jackson defending well. #SUB2#
Jackson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Bam Bam is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jackson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Jackson wants to get back to full guard but Bam Bam has mounted him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (15) vs (2) Jackson
Jackson bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (15) vs (4) Jackson#SUB2#
Jackson is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Bam Bam is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Bam Bam has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (17) vs (4) Jackson
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T8#
Bam Bam tries to free his leg and advance position but Jackson is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a triangle here but Bam Bam uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (20) vs (4) Jackson
Jackson is looking to reverse the position.
Bam Bam has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Bam Bam (22) vs (4) Jackson#SUB#
Bam Bam is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Jackson has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Jackson is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Bam Bam can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jackson is looking to escape.
Bam Bam controlling the pace for now. #T9#
Jackson sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Jackson is trying to maintain the position but Bam Bam is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Jackson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Jackson is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Jackson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bam Bam pulls his head out easily.
Bam Bam trying to control from half guard but Jackson is working away.
Bam Bam wants to pass the guard but Jackson is defending well. #T10#
Bam Bam trying to control from half guard but Jackson is working away. #SUB#
Bam Bam is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Bam Bam is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jackson sees it coming and defends easily.
Jackson wants to control but Bam Bam is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Jackson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bam Bam pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Bam Bam is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Bam Bam is looking to take a break and control but Jackson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Bam Bam is looking for a kimura here. #T11#
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB2#
Jackson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bam Bam trying to control from half guard but Jackson is working away.
Jackson gets back to full guard. #SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bam Bam defends well.#SUB2#
Jackson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bam Bam defends it easily.#T12#
Bam Bam stopping the sweep attempt from Jackson.
Bam Bam tries to free his leg and advance position but Jackson is retaining full guard.
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bam Bam is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Jackson looking for a guillotine here but Bam Bam defends easily. #SUB2#
Jackson looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Bam Bam has picked Jackson up and slammed him! Jackson can't keep hold of the triangle and Bam Bam manages to pass to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (25) vs (4) Jackson
Bam Bam looking to control but instead Jackson has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#T13#
Bam Bam moves into full mount! Jackson won't be happy about that!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (28) vs (4) Jackson#SUB#
Bam Bam is working for a guillotine from mount but Jackson frees his head quite easily.
Bam Bam wants to control the pace but Jackson is squirming around nicely.
Jackson wants to control but Bam Bam is having none of it.
Bam Bam trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Bam Bam is working for a guillotine from mount but Jackson frees his head quite easily. #SUB#
Bam Bam goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Jackson turns into him and now he's in Bam Bam's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (28) vs (6) Jackson#T14#
Jackson trying to control but Bam Bam is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Jackson drops back, looking for a kneebar! Bam Bam looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Bam Bam looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Bam Bam!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bam Bam (32) vs (6) Jackson#SUB#
Bam Bam tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Bam Bam wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jackson keeps working.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bam Bam passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Jackson!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Bam Bam (34) vs (6) Jackson

And that's the end of the fight!
Bam Bam takes the fight on points by 34 to 6.
A victorious Joey Bam Bam thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Kamden Jackson had this to say: 'The loss is tough, but I will come back stronger!'.

Event: TWGC 30 (265+lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 09, 2020

187 cm
25 yrs
214 lbs

190 cm
29 yrs
225 lbs

Bam Bam

Kakuto

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 4 losses; Joey Bam Bam! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 7 losses; Tsuyoi Kakuto!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Dillan Fox and Yves DeLean.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Bam Bam darts in looking for a takedown but Kakuto gets double underhooks and turns Bam Bam into the cage.
Kakuto leaves Bam Bam with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kakuto steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bam Bam.#CL2#
Kakuto drives through and clinches with Bam Bam against the cage.
We've been hearing reports that Bam Bam has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Kakuto prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bam Bam. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Bam Bam drags the fight down to the ground.
Kakuto stopping the sweep attempt from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam is pulling down on Kakuto's head. It's preventing any offense from Kakuto, at least for the moment.
Bam Bam working a defensive guard but Kakuto passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam trying to control but Kakuto postures up.
Kakuto trying to pass the guard but Bam Bam defending well. #T1#
Kakuto is looking to take a break and control but Bam Bam is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Bam Bam actively working from the bottom here.
Kakuto wants to advance to full mount but Bam Bam doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Kakuto is pushing down on Bam Bam's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bam Bam is fighting to maintain full guard but Kakuto has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Kakuto is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Bam Bam trying to control but Kakuto postures up. #T2#
Kakuto prevents Bam Bam from improving his position.
My spies in Canucks Combat Club inform me that Kakuto has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Bam Bam looking for submissions off his back.
Bam Bam wants to improve his position but Kakuto is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Bam Bam manages to get to full guard.
Bam Bam working a defensive guard but Kakuto manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (0) vs (3) Kakuto
Bam Bam is looking for a sweep.
Bam Bam tries to control but Kakuto manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Bam Bam (0) vs (6) Kakuto#SUB2#
Kakuto patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Bam Bam tries to break free. #T4#
Bam Bam trying to control the action but Kakuto just sinks the hooks in.
Kakuto is looking to control Bam Bam but Bam Bam is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Bam Bam can't escape the position.
Bam Bam is working hard here to advance position.
Kakuto slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish. #T5#
Kakuto controlling well, preventing Bam Bam from escaping the position. #SUB2#
Kakuto is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Bam Bam is defending well though. Kakuto let's go of the attempt for now.
Bam Bam is really stuck here.
Bam Bam looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB2#
Bam Bam is trying to control his opponent's hands. Eventually Kakuto gets his hands free and sinks in a rear naked choke. For a while it looks like Bam Bam is going to survive but after struggling valiantly, he eventually has to tap out! Kakuto is your winner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tsuyoi Kakuto!
After the big win, Tsuyoi Kakuto made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Pit Bull Development and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: CACC 94
Date: May 30, 2020

187 cm
24 yrs
214 lbs

175 cm
31 yrs
203 lbs

Bam Bam

Wangler

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 05, 2020

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bam Bam with a poor takedown
enabling Gun to counter with a crisp jab.

It looks like Joey Bam Bam has been cut.
Bam Bam connects with a right hand. Gun shakes it off.
Bam Bam shoots in but doesn't get the takedown

and Gun counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Gun.

Gun breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've been hearing reports that Bam Bam has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bam Bam lands with an overhand left.
Bam Bam misses with a body shot.
Gun is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Gun takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bam Bam fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gun manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jab from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam lands a slapping body shot.
Good leg kick by Bam Bam there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Gun takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bam Bam ducks under a wild hook from Gun.
Gun slips under a jab from Bam Bam.
Gun looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bam Bam cracks a nice hook into Gun's ribs.
Bam Bam connects with a right hand. Gun shakes it off.
Nice shot lands for Bam Bam.

Bam Bam has Gun up against the cage in a clinch.
Gun is trying to break free.

Gun breaks the clinch.
Bam Bam lands with a hook. Gun tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bam Bam takes a swing at Gun's ribcage but misses.
It seemed like Gun was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Machine Gun is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bam Bam is looking to chop away at Gun's legs.
Gun swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nice shot by Bam Bam.

Bam Bam shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Bam Bam was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.

Bam Bam tries for a kimura but Gun is defending well.
Bam Bam tries to advance to mount but Gun denies him.
Gun is looking to get back to his feet here but Bam Bam is keeping cool and he's managed to take Gun's back.
Gun is trying to stand back up.

Bam Bam is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Gun has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gun is trying to get back to his feet but Bam Bam has full control of the position and if anything, Gun has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Bam Bam struggling to keep hold of the position.
Bam Bam is working the ground and pound. Can Gun escape?
Gun trying to get back to his feet but Bam Bam is in full control for now.
Gun really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Bam Bam. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.

Bam Bam is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Bam Bam has good solid back control here.
Gun looking very determined here, making life difficult for Bam Bam.
Gun is trying to stand back up.
Gun is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Bam Bam.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam wants to control but Gun is keeping busy.
Gun wants to get back to his feet.

Gun defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Bam Bam's arms.

The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gun is trying escape back to his feet. He turns into his opponent's guard and eventually finds his way back to his feet.
Bam Bam misses with a takedown
and Gun cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.

Bam Bam moves in looking to clinch but Gun pushes him off.
Gun swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bam Bam swings away with a body shot that misses
and Gun cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bam Bam fails with a takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gun! But no joy.
Bam Bam misses with a jab to the body
and Gun counters with a stiff right hand.
Bam Bam with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Gun on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice uppercut lands for Bam Bam. That snapped Gun's head back.
Bam Bam tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Gun manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bam Bam tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Gun counters with a nice uppercut.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A cross from Bam Bam lands.
Bam Bam throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Bam Bam thuds a left hand into Gun's body.
Bam Bam throws a right hand that misses
and Gun counters with a stiff right hand.
Gun wants to clinch.
Bam Bam was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bam Bam misses with a body shot.
Gun throws out a counter right but Bam Bam avoids it with no problem.
Bam Bam clobbers Gun with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Gun might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
A telegraphed right hand from Bam Bam misses the target.
Bam Bam lands a lovely overhand right.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam looks to land a body kick but Gun moved away.
A little jabbing left from Gun on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bam Bam lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Gun circles away quickly and effectively.
Gun tries to counter with a clinch but Bam Bam shakes him off and moves away.
Bam Bam keeps the fight on the outside.
Bam Bam scores with a crisp jab that stopped Gun in his tracks.
Gun takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bam Bam misses with an uppercut.
Bam Bam is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gun can do to turn this around?

Gun moves into the clinch.
Gun prevents a takedown attempt there.

Gun breaks from the clinch.
Bam Bam goes for a double leg but Gun avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Gun continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bam Bam. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Bam Bam instigates a clinch.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Bam Bam turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!

Gun explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Gun throws out a powerful jab.
Gun throws a jab when Bam Bam was well out of range.
Nice defenses there by Gun.
Gun throws out a counter right but Bam Bam avoids it with no problem.
Gun on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bam Bam fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Gun takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bam Bam swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Gun counters with a straight right hand.
Bam Bam lands the left hand.
Gun uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bam Bam.
It seemed like Gun was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Bam Bam darts in and clinches Gun up against the cage.

Bam Bam successfully pulls guard.
Bam Bam has a closed guard, preventing Gun from standing up.
Gun must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Bam Bam is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gun wanted to stand there but Bam Bam had control of the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!

Bam Bam cracks Gun with an open hand slap.
Bam Bam listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bam Bam throws a body punch but Gun moves out of range.
Gun swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bam Bam throws a looping overhand right but Gun ducks down to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gun! But no joy.
Bam Bam lands a head shot.
Bam Bam paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam jabs Gun right on the nose. Gun blinks but takes it well.
Gun looks to land a left hand but Bam Bam moved out of range nicely.
Bam Bam looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bam Bam.
Gun throws out a counter right but Bam Bam avoids it with no problem.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bam Bam bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Gun has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bam Bam connects with a nice looking jab.
Bam Bam swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gun throws out a counter right but Bam Bam avoids it with no problem.
Gun takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Gun walks into a straight right hand from Bam Bam.
Good shot there by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gun sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice defenses there by Gun.
Machine Gun has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gun tries to clinch there but Bam Bam circles away.
Bam Bam thumps Gun with a low kick.
Gun tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bam Bam paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bam Bam connects with a crisp jab.
Gun blocks a jab.
Bam Bam scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Joey Bam Bam is winning the standup battle so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bam Bam throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gun is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Bam Bam throws a body punch but Gun moves out of range.
Bam Bam doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Gun counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gun walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bam Bam lands a really nice looking cross but Gun seems unphased.
A jab from Bam Bam finds it's way through Gun's defenses.
Bam Bam thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gun looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Gun on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bam Bam throws a right hand that misses
and Gun cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bam Bam swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Gun counter with a right hand.

Joey Bam Bam's cut is getting worse.
Bam Bam connects with a single shot there.
An inside leg kick lands from Bam Bam.

Bam Bam has managed to clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gun is trying to force a seperation but Bam Bam has the dominant position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bam Bam. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bam Bam drops down looking for an ankle pick but Gun pulls his leg out and moves away.
Bam Bam fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Gun on the side of the head.
Bam Bam throws a body shot but no joy.
Gun is looking for the big counter here.
Gun stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam swings for the body but Gun moves out of range.
Gun swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Good work by Gun as he checks the leg kick.
Bam Bam scores with a body shot.
Bam Bam bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Gun's head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Joey Bam Bam showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bam Bam 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joey Bam Bam!
A relieved looking Joey Bam Bam 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 02, 2020

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bam Bam lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dix throws a series of punches but Bam Bam avoids them all with ease.
Bam Bam slips a jab and a cross from Dix.
Bam Bam has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Hardpunch (13 Elite / 1000$ in the buildup to the fight.
Bam Bam scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bam Bam connects with a solid leg kick.
Bam Bam jabs at Dix's body.
Bam Bam swinging wildly here.
Dix throws a lazy body kick
and Bam Bam cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dix is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bam Bam sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Bam Bam works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Dix shoots in but Bam Bam avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Dix throws a poor cross that misses

and Bam Bam counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dix can't keep his opponent in guard - Bam Bam advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bam Bam moves nicely into side control.
Dix looks winded!
Dix wants to control but Bam Bam postures up.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Bam Bam has an Americana. Dix didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Bam Bam is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Bam Bam hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Joey Bam Bam!
A relieved looking Joey Bam Bam 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 27, 2020

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bam Bam ducks under a wild hook from Durham.
Bam Bam appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bam Bam throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Durham stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Durham misses with a double jab
and Bam Bam counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bam Bam on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Bam Bam slips a jab from Durham.
Bam Bam takes a swing at Durham's ribcage but misses.
Durham looks to land a right hand but Bam Bam moved out of range.
The fighters circling - Bam Bam throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Durham gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Durham dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Durham connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bam Bam momentarily.
Bam Bam feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Durham's calf.
A low kick from Durham misses

and Bam Bam counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Bam Bam.
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!
Durham misses with a knee to the head.
Durham tries a knee to the head but Bam Bam blocks it.
Durham is trying to break free.
Durham has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Bam Bam scores with a shot to the side of Durham's head.
Bam Bam lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Durham backwards.
Durham wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Durham wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Bam Bam lands on the inside with an uppercut.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Durham working hard to break the clinch.
Bam Bam lands with a left to the head.
Bam Bam lands a shoulder strike.
We've been hearing reports that Bam Bam has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bam Bam lands a left hand that snaps the head of Durham backwards.

Bam Bam lands a takedown into guard.
Bam Bam is stalling in the full guard.
Bam Bam arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Durham's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Joey Bam Bam!
A very excited looking Joey Bam Bam 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.
Michael Durham spoke after the fight, saying 'I will come back better and stronger. Sorry to all my fans I promise you'll get a knockout next time.'.

Event: CACC 78
Date: Apr 18, 2020

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Joey Bam Bam (ranked 3097 p4p, 388 weight class) and Mozes Amaury (ranked 3388 p4p, 409 weight class). Bam Bam comes to the ring accompanied by Sleep Now In The Fire. Amaury comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Vultures Fly kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

187 cm
24 yrs
218 lbs

201 cm
34 yrs
205 lbs

Bam Bam

Amaury

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 3 losses; Joey Bam Bam! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 10 losses; Mozes Amaury!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.

Amaury instigates a clinch.
Amaury prevents the takedown attempt.
Bam Bam goes for a takedown in the clinch but Amaury prevents it.
Bam Bam is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Amaury is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bam Bam. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Amaury pulls Bam Bam into guard.
Bam Bam trying to control but Amaury is working from the bottom.
Amaury trying to control the position here.
Amaury is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Amaury managing to control the position.
Amaury trying to control the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Amaury is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bam Bam being controlled here momentarily.
Bam Bam trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Amaury keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully.
Amaury trying to control the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Amaury is keeping the position for now.
Bam Bam wants to control from the top but Amaury keeps moving.
Amaury is trying to keep Bam Bam in close.
Bam Bam controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Amaury looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Amaury working for a triangle but Bam Bam defends it easily.
Amaury being controlled here, momentarily.
Bam Bam passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (3) vs (0) Amaury
Amaury can't do much from the bottom here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Amaury manages to get back to half guard.
Bam Bam tries to pass the half guard into mount. Amaury knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.

Amaury is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bam Bam pulls his head out easily.
Bam Bam tries to pass to full mount but Amaury defends it.
Bam Bam seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Amaury does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Amaury trying to control here.
Amaury felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Amaury tries to roll over but Bam Bam keeps him under control.
Amaury trying to control here.
Bam Bam looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Amaury wants to control but Bam Bam is keeping busy.
Amaury might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Bam Bam haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam is taking a breather. Amaury 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.
Amaury trying to control here.
Bam Bam wants to control but Amaury is keeping him busy.
Amaury wants to improve his position but Bam Bam is controlling well.
Amaury gets back to full guard.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Amaury swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bam Bam is pushing down on Amaury's leg trying to pass to half guard. Amaury is fighting to maintain full guard but Bam Bam has managed to sneak the leg through.
Bam Bam is thwarting Amaury's attempts to control the position.
Bam Bam wants to lay and pray for a moment but Amaury keeps working.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.

Bam Bam seems to be looking for submissions.
Bam Bam controlling the pace.
Bam Bam'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.
Amaury trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Bam Bam wants to control but Amaury is keeping him busy.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam is thwarting Amaury's attempts to control the position.
Bam Bam prevents Amaury from improving his position.
Amaury trying to control but Bam Bam postures up.
Bam Bam looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Amaury is controlling Bam Bam's trapped leg to prevent Bam Bam from advancing to side control.
Amaury wants to improve his position but Bam Bam is controlling well.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam is keen to just control but Amaury is a slippery customer.
Amaury wants to control but Bam Bam is keeping busy and won't allow it.

Bam Bam is looking for a kimura here.

Bam Bam is working for a submission of some sort.
Bam Bam wants to free his trapped foot but Amaury is holding on for dear life with his legs.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam is keen to just control but Amaury is a slippery customer.
Bam Bam tries to pass the half guard into mount. Amaury knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.

Bam Bam 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.
Bam Bam is looking to advance position but Amaury won't allow it.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Amaury is trying to get back to full guard.
Amaury trying to control from the bottom.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam is trying to control the action in half guard but Amaury is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Bam Bam perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Amaury is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Bam Bam is trying to control. Amaury wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Bam Bam controlling the action here.
Amaury trying to control from the bottom.
Bam Bam wants to pass to mount but Amaury is defending the position.
Bam Bam wants to control but Amaury is keeping him busy.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Amaury keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Bam Bam wants to take a breather but Amaury is having none of it.

Amaury looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bam Bam trying to control the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

Amaury looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bam Bam takes the fight on points by 3 to 0.
A relieved looking Joey Bam Bam 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: CACC 68
Date: Mar 21, 2020

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Joey Bam Bam (ranked 3025 p4p, 352 weight class) and Simon Gustafsson (ranked 1231 p4p, 171 weight class). Bam Bam's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Sleep Now In The Fire. I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!

187 cm
23 yrs
220 lbs

200 cm
26 yrs
213 lbs

Bam Bam

Gustafsson

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 3 losses; Joey Bam Bam! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Simon Gustafsson!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?

Bam Bam scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Bam Bam (4) vs (0) Gustafsson
Gustafsson is looking to reverse the position.
Gustafsson is trying to work for a sweep but Bam Bam has mounted him!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Bam Bam (6) vs (0) Gustafsson
Bam Bam content just to control the position here.
Gustafsson 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 trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Gustafsson is looking to get to half guard.
Bam Bam looking to control but Gustafsson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Bam Bam prevents Gustafsson from getting the reversal.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gustafsson bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (6) vs (2) Gustafsson

Gustafsson has gone for a leg lock! Bam Bam slips out almost immediately though and dives into Gustafsson's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (8) vs (2) Gustafsson

That's one minute gone in the round.

Gustafsson has his foot on Bam Bam's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bam Bam works his way back into a safe position though.
Gustafsson keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully.

Bam Bam avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Gustafsson looking for a sweep. Not yet Gustafsson, not yet.
Bam Bam wants to pass the guard but Gustafsson is keeping the position.
Bam Bam is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.

Gustafsson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bam Bam sitting in guard, not really doing much.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Gustafsson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.

The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gustafsson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bam Bam doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bam Bam manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gustafsson 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.

Bam Bam avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bam Bam wants to pass the guard but Gustafsson is keeping the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam 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.

Gustafsson working for submissions but it's allowed Bam Bam to get to half guard.
Bam Bam prevents Gustafsson from improving his position.

Gustafsson has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Bam Bam escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Bam Bam!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (11) vs (2) Gustafsson
Gustafsson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bam Bam advances to full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Bam Bam (13) vs (2) Gustafsson
Gustafsson working to try and regain half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gustafsson regains half guard.
Bam Bam wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gustafsson keeps working.

Gustafsson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gustafsson is not content to let Bam Bam control the position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gustafsson manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Bam Bam is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at SYDNEY ELITE GYM that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Bam Bam tries to free his leg and advance position but Gustafsson is retaining full guard.

Gustafsson has his foot on Bam Bam's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bam Bam works his way back into a safe position though.

Gustafsson looking for subs off his back but Bam Bam has passed one foot through into half guard.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Gustafsson wants to improve his position but Bam Bam is controlling well.
Bam Bam sitting and controlling from the half guard.

Gustafsson is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Bam Bam has latched onto it... Big trouble! Bam Bam pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Gustafsson is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Bam Bam!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joey Bam Bam!
A very excited looking Joey Bam Bam 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: CACC 61
Date: Mar 01, 2020

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Denubis Majere (ranked 2122 p4p, 256 weight class) and Joey Bam Bam (ranked 3031 p4p, 346 weight class). Majere comes into the arena with Man in Black blaring out of the sound system. Bam Bam is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Sleep Now In The Fire. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!

193 cm
26 yrs
207 lbs

187 cm
23 yrs
220 lbs

Majere

Bam Bam

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Denubis Majere! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Joey Bam Bam!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?

Bam Bam closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Majere (0) vs (2) Bam Bam
Bam Bam controlling the pace.
Majere is staying active underneath Bam Bam, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Majere's coaches at Oblivion Gate have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Majere is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Majere controlling the position well.
Majere tries to get to full guard but Bam Bam has control of the leg.
Bam Bam trying to control from half guard but Majere is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam controlling the pace.
Majere works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bam Bam controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Bam Bam won't allow Majere to sweep him here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but Majere is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bam Bam is fighting to break Majere's control of his arms but Majere is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Majere trying to control the position.
Bam Bam stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Majere swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Majere is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bam Bam looking to pass the guard.

Majere pushes a forearm under Bam Bam's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Bam Bam is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Denubis Majere!
During a confident post fight interview, Denubis Majere thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: TWGC 28 (205lbs, D2): Finals - Round 1
Date: Feb 14, 2020

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rafael Loureiro (ranked 6349 p4p, 0 weight class) and Joey Bam Bam (ranked 3032 p4p, 348 weight class). Bam Bam has chosen Sleep Now In The Fire as his entrance music. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!

183 cm
30 yrs
191 lbs

187 cm
23 yrs
220 lbs

Loureiro

Bam Bam

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Rafael Loureiro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 1 losses; Joey Bam Bam!
The judges for this bout are Franklyn Lucas, John Kavanagh and Steve Montenegro.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.

Bam Bam bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Loureiro (0) vs (4) Bam Bam
Bam Bam controls the position.
Bam Bam wants to lay and pray for a moment but Loureiro keeps working.
Loureiro tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bam Bam is looking to take a break and control but Loureiro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

Bam Bam tries for a kimura but Loureiro is defending well.
Loureiro is trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loureiro is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Bam Bam off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Loureiro (4) vs (4) Bam Bam

Loureiro is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Bam Bam with him. Bam Bam is trying to defend but Loureiro has an arm under the chin now! Bam Bam grimaces and is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rafael Loureiro!
An out of breath Rafael Loureiro thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: TWGC 28 (205lbs, D2): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Feb 06, 2020

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Joey Bam Bam (ranked 3044 p4p, 0 weight class) and Victor Tellegio (ranked 1373 p4p, 178 weight class). Bam Bam's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Sleep Now In The Fire. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

187 cm
23 yrs
220 lbs

180 cm
39 yrs
198 lbs

Bam Bam

Tellegio

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 1 losses; Joey Bam Bam! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Victor Tellegio!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Tellegio tries to clinch up.
Bam Bam fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bam Bam darts in looking for a takedown but Tellegio gets double underhooks and turns Bam Bam into the cage.

Tellegio rushes Bam Bam and presses him up against the cage.
Bam Bam drops down looking for an ankle pick but Tellegio pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bam Bam. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Bam Bam tries to keep at a distance but Tellegio has taken the fight into the clinch.
Bam Bam goes for a takedown attempt but Tellegio pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.

Tellegio drives through and clinches with Bam Bam against the cage.
Tellegio has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Bam Bam avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam goes for a takedown in the clinch but Tellegio prevents it.
Tellegio prevents the takedown attempt.
Tellegio is working for takedown but Bam Bam is calmly controlling the position for now.

Tellegio drags the fight down to the ground.
Tellegio looking for a sweep. Not yet Tellegio, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tellegio controls Bam Bam momentarily but Bam Bam frees himself.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but Tellegio is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bam Bam wants to pass the guard but Tellegio is keeping the position.
Tellegio is trying to hold Bam Bam in close to prevent damage but Bam Bam has managed to pass into half guard.

Bam Bam has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Tellegio defend it? Bam Bam steps over the head and cranks it - Tellegio is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Bam Bam!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Joey Bam Bam!
A victorious Joey Bam Bam thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: TWGC 28 (205lbs, D2): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Feb 05, 2020

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Joey Bam Bam (ranked 3039 p4p, 0 weight class) and Chuck Gracie (ranked 6478 p4p, 0 weight class). Bam Bam comes to the cage accompanied by Sleep Now In The Fire. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!

187 cm
23 yrs
220 lbs

190 cm
20 yrs
188 lbs

Bam Bam

Gracie

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Joey Bam Bam! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Chuck Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Bam Bam stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bam Bam wants it to stay on the feet.
Chuck Gracie seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice sprawl there from Bam Bam as Gracie shoots in.

Bam Bam moves into range and clinches up with Gracie.

Bam Bam gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bam Bam (2) vs (0) Gracie

Bam Bam is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Bam Bam wants to pass the guard but Gracie is defending well.

Bam Bam is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gracie is staying active underneath Bam Bam, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam works his way into full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (5) vs (0) Gracie

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bam Bam wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Bam Bam can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gracie is looking to escape.

Bam Bam is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Gracie has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Gracie!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (5) vs (2) Gracie
Bam Bam looking for a sweep. Not yet Bam Bam, not yet.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam pulls Gracie in close to his closed guard and prevents Gracie from doing any damage or advancing position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie preventing the sweep.
Bam Bam pulls Gracie in close to prevent any damage.
Bam Bam controls Gracie momentarily but Gracie frees himself.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gracie stopping the sweep attempt from Bam Bam.
Gracie sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bam Bam is trying to control the position from the bottom.

Bam Bam is looking for a triangle here but Gracie uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (5) vs (5) Gracie
Bam Bam is being controlled here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gracie wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Bam Bam can't do much from the bottom here.
Bam Bam is trying to improve his position.
Bam Bam is working hard here to advance position.
Bam Bam struggling a bit here.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam is looking for a sweep.
Bam Bam regains half guard.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam is trying to maintain the position but Gracie is very close to passing his half guard.
Bam Bam is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bam Bam works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bam Bam has control of Gracie's left arm, preventing Gracie from doing any damage.
Gracie is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Bam Bam lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (7) vs (5) Gracie
Bam Bam has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gracie swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bam Bam is stalling in the full guard.
Bam Bam wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
Bam Bam tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard.
Our spies down at at Rabid Dog inform us that Gracie has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Bam Bam is pushing down on Gracie's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gracie is fighting to maintain full guard but Bam Bam has managed to sneak the leg through.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam works his way into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (10) vs (5) Gracie
Bam Bam wants to control but Gracie is keeping him busy.
Gracie is looking for a sweep.
Bam Bam trying to control the action but Gracie is working from the bottom.

Bam Bam tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Bam Bam wants to control for a moment but Gracie uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam is stalling here. Gracie is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Bam Bam seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Gracie has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bam Bam (10) vs (9) Gracie
Bam Bam tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gracie wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Bam Bam sneaks back into half guard.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam is trying to get back to full guard.
Bam Bam controlling the position for now.
Bam Bam wants to get back to full guard.
Bam Bam gets back to full guard.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Gracie preventing the sweep.
Bam Bam is trying to keep Gracie in close.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bam Bam holds on and takes a little breather.
Bam Bam wants to sweep but no luck.
Bam Bam is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam working a defensive guard but Gracie manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (10) vs (12) Gracie
Bam Bam is not content to let Gracie control the position.
Bam Bam tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gracie wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gracie trying to control the action but Bam Bam is working from the bottom.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam tries to bench press Gracie off him but Gracie keeps the position.
Bam Bam can't do much from the bottom here.
Bam Bam manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (12) vs (12) Gracie

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Gracie is doing well to control the position and prevent Bam Bam from advancing to side control.
Bam Bam sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Gracie is looking to control Bam Bam's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gracie avoid being mounted?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bam Bam is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Gracie!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (15) vs (12) Gracie

Bam Bam with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bam Bam takes the fight on points by 15 to 12.
A very excited looking Joey Bam Bam 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 19, 2019

#R1##CL#
Bam Bam has closed the distance and engaged Dearborn in a clinch.
Bam Bam avoids the elbow strike from Dearborn, against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam lands a good knee to the midsection. Dearborn won't want to take too many of those.
Bam Bam scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bam Bam has Dearborn pressed against the cage. #TD#
Bam Bam turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Bam Bam manages to end up in side control.
Dearborn trying to remain calm as Bam Bam controls from the top position.#SUB#
Bam Bam thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Bam Bam has hold of Dearborn's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Dearborn seems comfortable defending it but Bam Bam has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Dearborn is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Dearborn is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Bam Bam couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Joey Bam Bam!
Joey Bam Bam thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D2): Sydney Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 17, 2019

Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ubungu Bamboo Face (ranked 1704 p4p, 198 weight class) and Joey Bam Bam (ranked 3554 p4p, 0 weight class). Bam Bam has chosen Sleep Now In The Fire as his entrance music. Bam Bam has a pretty significant injury - he really shouldn't be fighting right now but he's a warrior and he's here none the less! Joey Bam Bam looks lathargic as he enters the arena. Wake up son, you're about to have a fight!

205 cm
23 yrs
285 lbs

187 cm
22 yrs
220 lbs

Bamboo Face

Bam Bam

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Ubungu Bamboo Face! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 0 losses; Joey Bam Bam!
The judges for this bout are Hugh Johnson, Winston Howard and Bruno Hogan.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.

Bamboo Face closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bam Bam looks winded!

Bamboo Face jumps into guard, dragging Bam Bam to the mat.
Bamboo Face will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Bamboo Face is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bamboo Face (2) vs (0) Bam Bam
Bamboo Face controlling the action here.
Bamboo Face'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.
Further stalling from Bamboo Face.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Bamboo Face is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bamboo Face is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Bam Bam is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bamboo Face seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Bamboo Face is stinking the place up with his stalling.

Bamboo Face is looking for a kimura but Bam Bam is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bamboo Face to get the leverage.
Bamboo Face seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Bamboo Face is working for a submission of some sort.
Bamboo Face performing his best blanket impression for a moment.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bamboo Face passes the guard and advances to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bamboo Face (5) vs (0) Bam Bam

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bamboo Face tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bamboo Face fails to take his opponent's back.
Bamboo Face controlling from the full mount.

Bamboo Face working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
We've been hearing good reports from Bamboo Face'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.
Bamboo Face controlling the pace for now.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's six minutes gone in the round.

Bamboo Face is working for a guillotine from mount but Bam Bam frees his head quite easily.
Bamboo Face controlling his opponent.

Bamboo Face working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Bamboo Face looking to control and managing it successfully.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Bamboo Face takes Bam Bam's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Bam Bam is in trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Bamboo Face (8) vs (0) Bam Bam

Bamboo Face looking for the choke from the back.

Bamboo Face patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.

Bam Bam preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Bamboo Face.

Bam Bam is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Bamboo Face gets his way!
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.

Bam Bam defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Bamboo Face is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.

Bamboo Face looking for the choke but no joy.

Bam Bam preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Bamboo Face.
Good control from Bamboo Face.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.

Bamboo Face is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Bam Bam defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Bam Bam felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.

Bamboo Face working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.

Bam Bam showing good submission defense here.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam is trying to break free.

Bamboo Face looking for the RNC.

Bamboo Face working for a choke but Bam Bam is defending well.
Bamboo Face really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Bam Bam.

Bamboo Face working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Bamboo Face has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Bam Bam's body.

Bamboo Face looking to break Bam Bam's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Bam Bam remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Bamboo Face will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Bamboo Face is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.

Bamboo Face is persistently looking for the submission but Bam Bam is defending it well.

Bamboo Face is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Bam Bam defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Bamboo Face is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

Bam Bam preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Bamboo Face.

Bamboo Face looking to break Bam Bam's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Bam Bam remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Bamboo Face will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!

And that's the end of the fight!
Bamboo Face takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Ubungu Bamboo Face made sure he mentioned OLIMPO, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 14, 2019

#R1#
Bam Bam shoots in looking for a takedown but Saiarr manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bam Bam's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Saiarr only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Good shot there by Bam Bam.
Saiarr slips a jab and a cross from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam tries to clinch up
and Saiarr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like Joey Bam Bam has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Saiarr counter with a right hand.
Bam Bam slips a jab and a cross from Saiarr.
Bam Bam swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
Saiarr misses with a straight left.
Bam Bam wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Bam Bam swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Saiarr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bam Bam fails to land the takedown.
Bam Bam tries to clinch up.
Saiarr drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bam Bam tries to score with a low kick but Saiarr moves his leg out of the way.
Bam Bam tries to clinch up
enabling Saiarr to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
A cross from Bam Bam lands.
Saiarr moves away from the strike by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam backing away here, and Saiarr unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kayring Saiarr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Saiarr takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bam Bam falls off balance throwing a combination
and Saiarr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#
Joey Bam Bam's cut is getting worse.
Saiarr misses with a body kick.
Bam Bam seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Bam Bam's jab looks to have found its range, popping Saiarr under the eye.#T3#
Bam Bam lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bam Bam misses the shot to the body.
It seemed like Saiarr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Saiarr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bam Bam darts in trying to clinch
and Saiarr counters with a right hand to the body.
Bam Bam is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Bam Bam throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Saiarr counter with a right hand.
Bam Bam throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Saiarr counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bam Bam thinking.
Saiarr does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Bam Bam feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T4##TD#
Bam Bam shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Bam Bam was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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!
Saiarr managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Bam Bam. #SUB#
Bam Bam is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Saiarr knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Saiarr dodges the ground and pound from Bam Bam.#SUB#
Bam Bam wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Saiarr, who protects the arm well.
Bam Bam fails to land a wild elbow strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kayring Saiarr will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Saiarr throws an overhand right that lands on Bam Bam's shoulder, as Bam Bam tries to avoid the shot.
Left hook, right uppercut from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam fails with the takedown
and Saiarr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bam Bam shoots for a takedown but Saiarr saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Bam Bam misses with a takedown
and Bam Bam takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bam Bam. 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.
Saiarr misses with the combination. #T1#
Bam Bam with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nice defenses there by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam feinted with a counter takedown.#TD#
Bam Bam looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Bam Bam pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Saiarr is keeping the position for now.
Bam Bam is working hard here to advance position.
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but Saiarr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Saiarr really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Bam Bam. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2#
Bam Bam stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Saiarr swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bam Bam postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Saiarr managing to control the position.
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but Saiarr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Saiarr can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bam Bam controls the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Saiarr swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T3#
Bam Bam tries a head kick but it misses.
Saiarr appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bam Bam rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Saiarr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#
Joey Bam Bam's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Bam Bam doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Saiarr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bam Bam takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CUT2#
Jeez, Joey Bam Bam's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Bam Bam swings away with a body shot that misses
and Saiarr counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC2#
Bam Bam is rocked!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Kayring Saiarr!
A relieved looking Kayring Saiarr 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: Batoru FC 18
Date: Jul 06, 2019

#R1#
Bam Bam misses the shot to the body.
Carmo tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Carmo throws a looping overhand right but Bam Bam ducks down to avoid it.
Donk. Bam Bam catches Carmo right on the button with a cross.
Carmo shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bam Bam counters with a stiff right hand.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bam Bam. That's going to slow Carmo down.
Bam Bam is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #CUT#
It looks like Joey Bam Bam has been cut.
Bam Bam throws a push kick but Carmo slaps the foot to one side.
Bam Bam takes a swing at Carmo's ribcage but misses.
Carmo lands a nice shot that snaps Bam Bam's head back. #TD#
Carmo shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bam Bam is trying to defend but Carmo finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
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!
Bam Bam is refusing to be controlled, as Carmo sits in half guard. #T1#
Bam Bam manages to get to full guard.
Carmo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Carmo is looking to work some ground and pound but Bam Bam has wrist control.
Carmo trying to control the position from guard on top but Bam Bam is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Carmo's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Carmo trying to control but Bam Bam is working from the bottom.
Carmo in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Carmo passes Bam Bam's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Bam Bam blocking the ground and pound attempt from Carmo.
Carmo with the ground and pound but Bam Bam uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Bam Bam not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bam Bam being controlled here, momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bam Bam avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Carmo trying to control but Bam Bam is working from the bottom.
Carmo is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Carmo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Carmo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Carmo slips a straight right by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bam Bam misses with a looping right.
Bam Bam avoids the body shot from Carmo.
Bam Bam takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Carmo misses with a looping right.
Bam Bam rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Carmo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A telegraphed right hand from Bam Bam misses the target.
Bam Bam throws a series of punches but Carmo moves out of range.
Carmo feinted with a counter takedown.
Bam Bam throws a wild body kick that Carmo sees coming a mile off.
Carmo checks a low kick from Bam Bam.
Carmo drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bam Bam sprawls and moves away.#T4#
Bam Bam throws a jab but it's blocked by Carmo.
Carmo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam throws a leg kick which misses Carmo's front leg but catches the back leg as Carmo tries to avoid it.
Bam Bam throws a head kick but Carmo moves out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Carmo. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Carmo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Carmo steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Bam Bam. That one must have hurt.
A big right from Bam Bam misses.
Bam Bam thumps Carmo with a low kick.
Bam Bam uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Carmo has time to react.
Bam Bam misses with an uppercut.
Carmo tries to move into range but Bam Bam moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Bam Bam throws a right and a left that Carmo avoids nicely.
Carmo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD#
Carmo feints and as Bam Bam raises his hands in defense, Carmo changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Carmo trying to control the position from guard on top but Bam Bam is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Nice jab there from Bam Bam.
Carmo slips under a jab.
Carmo tries to counter with a takedown but Bam Bam is quick to defend against it.
Bam Bam jabs Carmo right on the nose. Carmo blinks but takes it well.
Carmo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bam Bam.
Carmo scores with a three punch combo!
Bam Bam connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bam Bam misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Carmo decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bam Bam's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bam Bam keeping moving, preventing Carmo from controlling successfully.
Bam Bam controlling Carmo's posture.
Our spies down at at SYDNEY ELITE GYM inform us that Bam Bam has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Carmo looking to pass the guard.
Carmo 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#
Bam Bam wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Carmo trying to control the position from guard on top but Bam Bam is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Carmo postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Carmo tries to free his leg and advance position but Bam Bam is retaining full guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#SUB#
Carmo drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Carmo jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Carmo slips under a jab.
Nice cross by Bam Bam.
A punch combination from Carmo misses. #T2#
A slapping body kick lands there for Bam Bam.
Joey Bam Bam is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Carmo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Carmo slips under a jab.
Carmo attempts a counter takedown but Bam Bam avoids it well and moves away.
Bam Bam swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Good leg kick by Bam Bam there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Bam Bam lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Carmo is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Jab from Bam Bam.
Carmo blocks a jab.
Bam Bam throws a series of punches but Carmo avoids them all with ease.
Carmo looks to score with a jab to the body but Bam Bam is just out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bam Bam throws a nice inside leg kick.
Carmo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T3#
Carmo throws a body shot but no joy.
Carmo staying out of range there.
Carmo attempts a counter takedown but Bam Bam avoids it well and moves away.
Bam Bam displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Carmo throws out the jab.
Bam Bam on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Bam Bam throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Carmo counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Carmo.
Bam Bam has his hands on Carmo's head, controlling the position.
Carmo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bam Bam works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Carmo with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Bam Bam working a defensive guard here.
Carmo is looking to work some ground and pound but Bam Bam has wrist control.#T4#
Carmo's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Bam Bam manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Carmo manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Carmo keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully.
Carmo has control of Bam Bam's left arm, preventing Bam Bam from doing any damage. #SU2#
Bam Bam decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Bam Bam pushes Carmo away with a front kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Joey Bam Bam will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Joey Bam Bam's cut.
That's time! Carmo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Bam Bam bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Carmo's head backwards.
Bam Bam throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Carmo counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Bam Bam preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Carmo is looking to work some ground and pound but Bam Bam has wrist control.
Carmo is looking to work some ground and pound but Bam Bam has wrist control.
Carmo trying to control but Bam Bam is working from the bottom.
Bam Bam is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam trying to control the position.
Carmo content to stall in guard here.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T1#
Carmo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Carmo's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Carmo duly obliges.
Bam Bam cracks Carmo with a good jab.
A swing and a miss from Bam Bam.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bam Bam cracks Carmo with an open hand slap.
Bam Bam throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Carmo slips a straight right by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam moves away from the strike by Carmo.
Bam Bam scores with a jab. Carmo acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Carmo swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bam Bam.
Lucio Francisco Carmo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Bam Bam lands a nice looking kick to the body. Carmo takes a step back to recover.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bam Bam throws a series of punches but Carmo moves out of range.
Carmo drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bam Bam sprawls and moves away.
Carmo moves out of range as Bam Bam strikes.
Bam Bam rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Carmo counters with a single leg into guard. Bam Bam didn't expect that.
Carmo postures up in Bam Bam's guard and throws a big left but Bam Bam blocks it.
Carmo looking to pass the guard.
Carmo is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Lucio Francisco Carmo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bam Bam bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Carmo's guard. #REVB#
Bam Bam looking to pass the guard.
Bam Bam keeps trying to improve his position.#T3#
Carmo looking for a sweep. Not yet Carmo, not yet.
Bam Bam tries to stand but Carmo is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Carmo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bam Bam can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Bam Bam postures up. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bam Bam trying to control but Carmo is working from the bottom.
Carmo 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#
Carmo not doing much here.
Bam Bam is not content to let Carmo control the position.
Carmo lands strikes from half guard.#CUT#
That has opened up Joey Bam Bam's cut even more.
Carmo thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bam Bam's head.

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 Lucio Francisco Carmo.
I think Bam Bam 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joey Bam Bam!
Our winner, Joey Bam Bam, 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: Skrap Fights 41
Date: Apr 20, 2019

#R1#
A swing and a miss from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam moves out of range of the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bam Bam! But no joy.
Magnier checks a leg kick.
Bam Bam misses with a hook #TD#
and Magnier counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Magnier controlling from the top position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Bam Bam wants to sweep here but Magnier controlling him for the moment.
Magnier has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Magnier wants to control from the top but Bam Bam keeps moving.
Magnier pushing down on Bam Bam's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam wants to improve his position but Magnier is controlling well.
Bam Bam is staying active underneath Magnier, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bam Bam on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Bam Bam moves into full guard. #T1#
Bam Bam is trying to control the position but Magnier postures up.
Magnier wants to control from the top but Bam Bam keeps moving.
Bam Bam lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Magnier keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully.
Magnier can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bam Bam controls the pace.
Bam Bam stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magnier swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Magnier is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bam Bam stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magnier swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Magnier looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Bam Bam stands and throws Magnier's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Bam Bam trying to control the action but Magnier is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Bam Bam tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Bam Bam has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Magnier on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Magnier tries to get out of the position.
Bam Bam wants to take a breather but Magnier manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Bam Bam. #T3#
Bam Bam slips nicely into half guard.
Bam Bam wants to control but Magnier is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Magnier looking for submissions off his back.
Magnier tries to roll over but Bam Bam keeps him under control.
Bam Bam trying to control the action but Magnier is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Bam Bam is working for a submission of some sort. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bam Bam is keen to just control but Magnier is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Magnier looking for submissions off his back.
Bam Bam is keen to just control but Magnier is a slippery customer.
Bam Bam passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Magnier!
Bam Bam is trying to take his opponent's back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bam Bam tries to control but Magnier wriggling away. #SUB2#
Bam Bam jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Magnier is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Magnier and Bam Bam has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam 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#
Bam Bam shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Magnier but Magnier pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Magnier attempts a counter takedown but Bam Bam avoids it well and moves away.
Bam Bam connects with a single shot there.
Bam Bam has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bam Bam chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A low kick from Bam Bam is predictable there #TD#
and Magnier counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Magnier. #ES2#
Bam Bam manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Bam Bam tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Magnier swivels and escapes.
Bam Bam misses the jab.
Magnier is looking for a counter combo.
Bam Bam lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bam Bam punishes Magnier's body with a nice straight punch.
Bam Bam 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.
A bone on bone clash there as Magnier blocks the leg kick.
Magnier throws out a loose jab but Bam Bam uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magnier stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bam Bam.
Magnier steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bam Bam.
Magnier drops his hands momentarily and Bam Bam takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magnier cracks the inside of Bam Bam's front leg.
Bam Bam tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Magnier paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bam Bam.#T1#
Magnier misses with a double jab.
Magnier misses with the combination.
Bam Bam jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bam Bam moves out of range of the leg kick from Magnier.
Bam Bam loads up on a big right hand but Magnier slips the punch.
Magnier ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bam Bam moves away.
Bam Bam throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice straight punches there by Bam Bam. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bam Bam.
Bam Bam lands a leg kick that knocks Magnier off balance momentarily.
Bam Bam looks to land a right hand but Magnier moved out of range.
Magnier avoids the head kick by Bam Bam.
Magnier fires out a quick counter leg kick but Bam Bam just manages to avoid it.
Magnier looks to land a combination but Bam Bam avoids it well.
Bam Bam lands a head kick. Magnier smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Nice sprawl there from Magnier as Bam Bam shoots in.
Christian Magnier has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joey Bam Bam.
Bam Bam sizes up Magnier with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
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!
Bam Bam takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CUT#
It looks like Joey Bam Bam has been cut.
Bam Bam will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Bam Bam takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T2#
Magnier keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bam Bam.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Bam Bam.
The fighters circle momentarily. Magnier darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Magnier throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bam Bam stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bam Bam tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Magnier paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A left and a right from Magnier both land. Nice combination.
Bam Bam is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Magnier fakes the leg kick and cracks Bam Bam in the body.
Magnier moves away from the strike by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Magnier takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bam Bam tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Magnier paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bam Bam throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Magnier counters with a single leg into guard. Bam Bam didn't expect that.
Magnier working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Magnier landing with the ground and pound.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bam Bam is on top in guard. #REVB##T3##SUB#
Magnier has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bam Bam can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Magnier escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bam Bam gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bam Bam won't allow Magnier to sweep him here.
Magnier keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully.
Bam Bam preventing the sweep.
Bam Bam looking to pass the guard.
Bam Bam is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #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.#SUB#
Magnier is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Bam Bam has his hands clasped together but Magnier extends and breaks Bam Bam's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Magnier.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Christian Magnier!

Event: Skrap Fights 27
Date: Mar 02, 2019

#R1##TD#
Bam Bam throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Cubbedge tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Bam Bam is in Cubbedge 's guard.
Cubbedge controlling the position.
Cubbedge keeping full guard, as Bam Bam tries to pass.
Bam Bam stops Cubbedge from standing up.
Bam Bam definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but Cubbedge is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bam Bam wants to pass the guard but Cubbedge is keeping the position.
Cubbedge looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#ES2#
Cubbedge has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the ropes to get back to his feet. Bam Bam has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bam Bam tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cubbedge 's elbow.
Cubbedge blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Cubbedge breaks from the clinch.
Jab, jab by Bam Bam - just one landing.
Cubbedge with a nice cross.
Bam Bam takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T1#
Cubbedge avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cubbedge is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bam Bam with a body shot.
Bam Bam is trying hard to land a takedown here. Cubbedge sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Bam Bam throws a good cross that connects.
Bam Bam keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cubbedge tried to score with a low kick but Bam Bam checks it.
Cubbedge keeps the fight on the outside.
Donk. Cubbedge catches Bam Bam right on the button with a cross.
Bam Bam throws a leg kick which misses Cubbedge 's front leg but catches the back leg as Cubbedge tries to avoid it.
Bam Bam checks a leg kick.
Bam Bam misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bam Bam feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Cubbedge 's calf.
Bam Bam tries to close the distance and clinch but Cubbedge swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Cubbedge misses with a double jab.
Bam Bam is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cubbedge .
Bam Bam throws a right hand that misses
and Cubbedge counters with a right hand to the body.
Bam Bam has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bam Bam scores with a nice strike.
Bam Bam closes the distance and lands a one-two.
A slow jab from Bam Bam misses its intended target. #T2#
Bam Bam is looking to slow Cubbedge down with leg kicks.
Bam Bam lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Cubbedge 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bam Bam under the eye.
Bam Bam keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A big right from Bam Bam misses.
Cubbedge feints the counter takedown.
Bam Bam throws a head kick but Cubbedge moves out of range.
Cubbedge listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bam Bam displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cubbedge throws out the jab.
Bam Bam tries to clinch up but Cubbedge circles away and keeps his distance.
Cubbedge fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bam Bam looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Cubbedge misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bam Bam was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bam Bam is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bam Bam scores with a leg kick.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bam Bam attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bam Bam avoids the body shot from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T3#
Bam Bam tests Cubbedge 's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL#
Bam Bam forces Cubbedge back against the ropes and clinches.
Bam Bam throws a punch but it's blocked by Cubbedge .
Bam Bam lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cubbedge is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes. #BC2#
Cubbedge escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Cubbedge moves out of range of the leg kick from Bam Bam.
Cubbedge steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Cubbedge circles away quickly and effectively.
Bam Bam fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Cubbedge throws the left hand but Bam Bam avoids the punch easily.
Bam Bam tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Cubbedge manages to circle out of the way.
Bam Bam takes one to the side of the head.
Cubbedge connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Left hook, right uppercut from Cubbedge .
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cubbedge moves out of range of the strikes.
Cubbedge takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Cubbedge misses with a double jab
and Bam Bam connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4#
Bam Bam shoots in and drives through. Cubbedge sprawls well.
Bam Bam displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cubbedge throws out the jab.
Bam Bam lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Bam Bam throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL#
Bam Bam clinches with his opponent.
Cubbedge is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Bam Bam lands with a light punch inside.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam tries to throw a body punch but Cubbedge avoids it by throwing Bam Bam back against the ropes.
Bam Bam lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bam Bam swings wildly with an uppercut but Cubbedge uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bam Bam misses with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cubbedge is trying to break the clinch but Bam Bam has him pressed against the ropes.
Bam Bam tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cubbedge blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Bam Bam takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bam Bam connects with a nice looking jab.
Bam Bam staying out of range there.
Bam Bam cracks Cubbedge with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bam Bam misses with a leg kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Bam Bam, right into the meat.
Bam Bam connects with the punch.
Cubbedge scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Cubbedge slips a jab and a cross from Bam Bam.
Cubbedge lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bam Bam connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Cubbedge uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam shoots in looking for a takedown but Cubbedge manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bam Bam's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Cubbedge misses with an uppercut.
Cubbedge scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bam Bam in his tracks.
Bam Bam avoids the body shot from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge scores with a jab to the body.
A big right from Bam Bam misses.
Bam Bam takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
Bam Bam lands a body shot.
Bam Bam connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bam Bam shoots in for a double leg but Cubbedge sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Cubbedge swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Barry Cubbedge is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bam Bam jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Barry Cubbedge is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bam Bam on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Cubbedge lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Bam Bam fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bam Bam. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cubbedge misses with a few strikes there.
Bam Bam uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Cubbedge uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bam Bam.
Cubbedge is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bam Bam with a body shot.
Cubbedge defending well as Bam Bam loads up on a big left hand.
Some bone on bone action there as Bam Bam checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Cubbedge lands a slapping body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bam Bam will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Cubbedge keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Cubbedge swivels and escapes.
Cubbedge wants to counter with a clinch but Bam Bam pushes him away.
Cubbedge looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T2#
Some wild striking there from Cubbedge .
Bam Bam will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Cubbedge looks to land a combination but Bam Bam avoids it well.
Bam Bam shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Cubbedge but Cubbedge pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Cubbedge lands with a cross.
Bam Bam throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Cubbedge throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Bam Bam fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bam Bam pushes Cubbedge back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bam Bam changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Cubbedge fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Bam Bam tries to close the distance and clinch but Cubbedge swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bam Bam needs to keep his hands up - Cubbedge had a free shot at his head there.#T3#
Bam Bam rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Cubbedge cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bam Bam tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Cubbedge defends well and Bam Bam ends up having to push Cubbedge into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Cubbedge scores with a shot to the body.
Bam Bam throws an overhand right that lands on Cubbedge 's shoulder, as Cubbedge tries to avoid the shot.
Cubbedge catches Bam Bam with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Cubbedge wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nice uppercut there from Cubbedge .
Bam Bam with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bam Bam thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bam Bam scores with a nice right hand.
Barry Cubbedge seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A punch combination from Cubbedge misses.
Cubbedge checks a leg kick.
Bam Bam walks into a straight right hand from Cubbedge .
Bam Bam looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bam Bam throws a big shot that misses.
Cubbedge wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bam Bam smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bam Bam lands a head shot.#T4#
Bam Bam takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bam Bam missing with a left hand there. Cubbedge was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cubbedge attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Cubbedge digs a good body shot into Bam Bam's ribs.
Bam Bam is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge throws a body punch but Bam Bam moves out of range.
Bam Bam misses the shot to the body.
A slow jab from Bam Bam misses its intended target.
Cubbedge throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bam Bam checks a leg kick nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Bam Bam misses the target.
Cubbedge lands with a good body shot.
Bam Bam ducks right into an uppercut from Cubbedge .
Bam Bam tries to close the distance and clinch but Cubbedge swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bam Bam shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Cubbedge defends it nicely.#CL#
Bam Bam has managed to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Barry Cubbedge showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Bam Bam tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bam Bam tries for a takedown but Cubbedge circles away easily
and Cubbedge counters with a nice body shot.
Bam Bam throws a big shot that misses.
A swing and a miss from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam misses with a looping right.
Cubbedge scores with a one two! Bam Bam had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Bam Bam drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nice defenses there by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam wants to clinch up but Cubbedge keeps it at a distance.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Cubbedge checks a leg kick.
Cubbedge drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bam Bam defends it well.
Bam Bam throws a series of punches but Cubbedge moves out of range.
Cubbedge tries to counter by closing the distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge stuns Bam Bam with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Cubbedge drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Cubbedge lands a nice hook to Bam Bam's body. Bam Bam takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Cubbedge gets tackled into the ropes by Bam Bam. Bam Bam maintains the clinch.
Bam Bam tries a body shot but Cubbedge blocks it.
Bam Bam working aggressively here. #T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cubbedge .
Bam Bam keeps control of Cubbedge as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC2#
Cubbedge manages to break the clinch.
Cubbedge 's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Bam Bam is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Cubbedge throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bam Bam wants to clinch up but Cubbedge keeps it at a distance.
Cubbedge swinging wildly here.
Bam Bam fails with an attempt to clinch.
A combination from Bam Bam does no damage.
Cubbedge staying out of range there.
Bam Bam pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A nice side step and Cubbedge releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bam Bam throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Cubbedge blocks a head kick by Bam Bam.
Bam Bam throws a series of punches but Cubbedge moves out of range.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Sloppy strikes from Bam Bam. Those never looked like landing.
Bam Bam connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bam Bam looks for a takedown but Cubbedge sprawls well.#T2#
Cubbedge lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cubbedge throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bam Bam.
An attempted straight right counter from Bam Bam misses the target.
Bam Bam throws a lazy right hand but Cubbedge sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Cubbedge checks a leg kick.
Bam Bam throws a hook but Cubbedge blocks it.
Bam Bam shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Cubbedge as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bam Bam. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bam Bam misses with a jab, cross combination.
Cubbedge lands a jab to Bam Bam's midsection.
Cubbedge uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bam Bam has time to react.
A clash of legs there as Bam Bam blocks the low kick.
Cubbedge connects with a jab.
A nice combination there by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bam Bam shoots and misses #CL2#
and Cubbedge counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge '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.#T3#
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Bam Bam swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bam Bam lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Cubbedge blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cubbedge blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bam Bam lands an uppercut.
Cubbedge stalling in the clinch but Bam Bam improves position.
Cubbedge wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Bam Bam has him pressed against the ropes.
Bam Bam lands a hook that snaps the head of Cubbedge backwards.
Bam Bam softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Cubbedge is trying to break the clinch but Bam Bam is controlling him.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Cubbedge breaks from the clinch.
Cubbedge lands with a hook. Bam Bam tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bam Bam slips a jab from Cubbedge .#T4#
A leg kick checked by Bam Bam.
Cubbedge blocks a low kick nicely.
Bam Bam throws a leg kick that is checked
and Cubbedge counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cubbedge throws a right hand that Bam Bam ducks under and follows up with a left that Bam Bam also avoids with ease.
Bam Bam gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Cubbedge .
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cubbedge takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bam Bam moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bam Bam misses with an uppercut.
Cubbedge wants to counter the offense by Bam Bam and move into the clinch position.
Bam Bam bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Cubbedge 's head backwards.
Bam Bam ducks under a wild hook from Cubbedge .
Bam Bam pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bam Bam dodges the punch combination from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Cubbedge lands a right hook to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Barry Cubbedge comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Cubbedge 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 Ian Loll scores the fight for Barry Cubbedge !
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight for Joey Bam Bam!
Judge William Peck scores the fight for Barry Cubbedge !

Barry Cubbedge wins by split decision!

Event: TWGC 24 (205lbs, D4): Finals - Round 3
Date: Jan 31, 2019

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Joey Bam Bam (ranked 2867 p4p, 388 weight class) and Leandro Ribeiro (ranked 5318 p4p, 0 weight class). Bam Bam's entrance music is Sleep Now In The Fire. A fine choice. Leandro Ribeiro is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.

187 cm
19 yrs
222 lbs

183 cm
18 yrs
183 lbs

Bam Bam

Ribeiro

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Joey Bam Bam! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Leandro Ribeiro!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Phil Schofield and James Glass.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Ribeiro looking for submissions off his back.
Bam Bam keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bam Bam has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (5) vs (0) Ribeiro

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bam Bam controlling the pace for now.
Ribeiro has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Bam Bam (8) vs (0) Ribeiro
Ribeiro tries to escape the position.
Bam Bam biding his time, controlling Ribeiro.

Bam Bam looking to break Ribeiro's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Ribeiro remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Bam Bam will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Bam Bam controls the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
I really don't envy Ribeiro right now.

Bam Bam is looking for the choke from the back position but Ribeiro is controlling his hands well.
Bam Bam is riding his opponent, not letting Ribeiro buck him off.
Ribeiro trying to control the action but Bam Bam just sinks the hooks in.
Bam Bam 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.
What can Ribeiro do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!

Bam Bam is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Ribeiro knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Ribeiro for a finish.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
I really don't envy Ribeiro right now.
Bam Bam avoiding Ribeiro 's attempts to control his hands.
Bam Bam keeps control of the position easily here as Ribeiro tries to buck him off.
Bam Bam has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Ribeiro tries to escape but Bam Bam has the hooks in and won't let him break free.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Ribeiro's body.
Ribeiro trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Ribeiro is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.

Bam Bam is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Ribeiro trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Bam Bam is riding his opponent, not letting Ribeiro buck him off.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam doesn't have the hooks in and Ribeiro manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (8) vs (2) Ribeiro
Bam Bam keeping moving, preventing Ribeiro from controlling successfully.
Bam Bam managing to control the position.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Ribeiro won't allow Bam Bam to sweep him here.
Bam Bam is working hard here to advance position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bam Bam is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (10) vs (2) Ribeiro

Ribeiro working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Bam Bam has passed into half guard!
Bam Bam looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Ribeiro wants to control but Bam Bam is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ribeiro tries to roll over but Bam Bam keeps him under control.

Ribeiro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bam Bam in particular looking to stall.
Bam Bam is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Ribeiro!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (13) vs (2) Ribeiro
Bam Bam takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam wants to take Ribeiro's back but he can't do it this time.

Bam Bam is working for a guillotine from mount but Ribeiro frees his head quite easily.
Bam Bam controlling the position easily from mount.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Ribeiro is trying to escape the mount.
Ribeiro tries to lock up and control but Bam Bam gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Bam Bam sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam avoids the attempt from Ribeiro to control.
Bam Bam prevents Ribeiro from getting the reversal.
Bam Bam controlling from the full mount.
Ribeiro tries to hold on but Bam Bam postures up.
Ribeiro tries to improve his position but instead Bam Bam has taken his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Bam Bam (16) vs (2) Ribeiro
Good control from Bam Bam.
Ribeiro is really stuck here.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam keeps control of the position easily here as Ribeiro tries to buck him off.
Bam Bam seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ribeiro for as long as he can get away with.

Bam Bam patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Ribeiro is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Bam Bam.
Ribeiro wants to escape the position.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Ribeiro manages to reverse the position and now he's in Bam Bam's guard. Nice work there by Ribeiro.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (16) vs (4) Ribeiro
Ribeiro wants to control from the top but Bam Bam keeps moving.
Bam Bam wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Bam Bam wants to sweep but no luck.
Bam Bam is pulling down on Ribeiro's head to control his posture.
Ribeiro wants to control from the top but Bam Bam keeps moving.
Bam Bam wants to sweep here but Ribeiro controlling him for the moment.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ribeiro trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Bam Bam manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (18) vs (4) Ribeiro
Bam Bam stays in close to Ribeiro's body and controls the position.
Bam Bam continues to stall.
Ribeiro wants to hit a switch here but Bam Bam passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Ribeiro there!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (21) vs (4) Ribeiro

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Ribeiro is in all sorts of trouble here.
Bam Bam takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
More hug and hope from Bam Bam.
Ribeiro gets back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bam Bam works his foot free and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (24) vs (4) Ribeiro

And that's the end of the fight!
Bam Bam takes the fight on points by 24 to 4.
Joey Bam Bam is the new light heavyweight champion!
After the big win, Joey Bam Bam made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: TWGC 24 (205lbs, D4): Finals - Round 2
Date: Jan 30, 2019

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Joey Bam Bam (ranked 2852 p4p, 387 weight class) and Gabriel Arges (ranked 23542 p4p, 107 weight class). Bam Bam comes to the cage accompanied by Sleep Now In The Fire. Both fighter's entrance songs getting the crowd jumping here.

187 cm
19 yrs
222 lbs

180 cm
20 yrs
200 lbs

Bam Bam

Arges

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Joey Bam Bam! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 3 losses; Gabriel Arges!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, Paul Tew and Chris Edwards.

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

Bam Bam closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Bam Bam lands in his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bam Bam (2) vs (0) Arges
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but Arges is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arges keeping full guard, as Bam Bam tries to pass.
Arges really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Bam Bam. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but Arges is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bam Bam stays in close to Arges's body and controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam wants to control from the top but Arges keeps moving.
Bam Bam's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Bam Bam stopping the sweep attempt from Arges.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Arges keeps trying to improve his position.
Bam Bam pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Arges is keeping the position for now.
Arges looking for a sweep. Not yet Arges, not yet.
Bam Bam tries to free his leg and advance position but Arges is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arges keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully.
Bam Bam controls from within his opponent's guard.
Bam Bam'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.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Arges can do anything to dispel that myth.
Arges keeping full guard, as Bam Bam tries to pass.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (5) vs (0) Arges

Bam Bam tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Bam Bam has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Bam Bam trying to control the position but Arges is working away.
Bam Bam wants to take a breather but Arges manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Bam Bam.
Bam Bam is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Arges keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully.
Bam Bam 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.
Bam Bam trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bam Bam trying to control but Arges is working from the bottom.
Bam Bam looking to control the position here, rather than advance.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Further stalling from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Arges looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bam Bam is one step ahead there.
Bam Bam sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Arges's guard.
Bam Bam stalling away here and it's allowed Arges to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Bam Bam pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Arges is keeping the position for now.
Bam Bam is pushing down on Arges's leg trying to pass to half guard. Arges is fighting to maintain full guard but Bam Bam has managed to sneak the leg through.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Arges trying to control but Bam Bam postures up.

Bam Bam is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Bam Bam wants to pass the guard but Arges is defending well.
Bam Bam not doing much here.
Bam Bam seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Arges for as long as he can get away with.
Arges is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bam Bam trying to control the pace.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam prevents Arges from improving his position.

Bam Bam is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Arges defends it well.
Bam Bam stalling.
Bam Bam works his foot free and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (8) vs (0) Arges
Bam Bam works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Bam Bam (11) vs (0) Arges

That's seven minutes gone in the round.

Bam Bam looking to break Arges's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Arges remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Bam Bam will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!

Bam Bam is looking for a choke. Arges gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Arges manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (11) vs (2) Arges
Bam Bam 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.
Bam Bam is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Arges wants to pass the guard but Bam Bam is keeping the position.
Bam Bam wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Bam Bam wants to sweep here but Arges controlling him for the moment.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam controls Arges momentarily but Arges frees himself.
Arges trying to control but Bam Bam is working from the bottom.
Arges trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bam Bam looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bam Bam is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bam Bam (13) vs (2) Arges
Arges is in trouble now - Bam Bam has advanced to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (16) vs (2) Arges
Bam Bam forces the positional change into back control.
Score +3 for taking back: Bam Bam (19) vs (2) Arges

Bam Bam has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Arges is in real trouble here. Bam Bam gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Arges is tapping out! Bam Bam wins by rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Joey Bam Bam!
After winning the bout, Joey Bam Bam thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: TWGC 24 (205lbs, D4): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jan 29, 2019

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Joey Bam Bam (ranked 2860 p4p, 384 weight class) and Anthony Ellison Jr (ranked 13038 p4p, 0 weight class). Bam Bam comes to the cage accompanied by Sleep Now In The Fire. The crowd seem to be enjoying Ellison Jr's choice of entrance music: i aint never scared. Anthony Ellison Jr has the eye of the tiger tonight.

187 cm
19 yrs
222 lbs

189 cm
40 yrs
218 lbs

Bam Bam

Ellison Jr

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Joey Bam Bam! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Anthony Ellison Jr!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Sam Margolis and Daniel Bishop.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.

Ellison Jr instigates a clinch.
Bam Bam tries to score a body lock takedown but Ellison Jr shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Bam Bam is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Ellison Jr gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Bam Bam drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bam Bam. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ellison Jr stops a takedown attempt from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam tries for a takedown but Ellison Jr manages to get underhooks.
Ellison Jr fails to pull guard.
Bam Bam is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ellison Jr pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Ellison Jr stops a takedown attempt from Bam Bam.

Ellison Jr manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Bam Bam sitting in guard here, content to control.
Bam Bam trying to control but Ellison Jr is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ellison Jr keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully.
Bam Bam slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Ellison Jr keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully.
Bam Bam trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bam Bam 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.
Bam Bam stands and throws Ellison Jr's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (3) vs (0) Ellison Jr
Ellison Jr trying to remain calm as Bam Bam controls from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bam Bam working away.

Bam Bam goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Ellison Jr has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Bam Bam but great work by Ellison Jr.
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bam Bam (3) vs (4) Ellison Jr

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam tries to control but Ellison Jr manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Bam Bam (3) vs (7) Ellison Jr
Bam Bam tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Bam Bam is looking to improve his position but Ellison Jr isn't that keen on the idea.
Bam Bam tries to lock up and control but Ellison Jr gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.

Ellison Jr looking for a guillotine from mount but Bam Bam is having none of it.
Bam Bam is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Bam Bam tries to lock up and control but Ellison Jr gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ellison Jr can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Bam Bam is looking to escape.
Bam Bam is in all sorts of trouble here.
Bam Bam wants to control but Ellison Jr is having none of it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam regains half guard.
Bam Bam is looking for a sweep. Ellison Jr is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

Ellison Jr is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Bam Bam manages to get to full guard.
Bam Bam trying to control the position here.
Ellison Jr wants to control from the top but Bam Bam keeps moving.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ellison Jr controlling from the top position.

Bam Bam working for a triangle but Ellison Jr defends it easily.
Bam Bam not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ellison Jr stopping the sweep attempt from Bam Bam.

Bam Bam has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Ellison Jr should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Bam Bam has tightened it up now! Ellison Jr should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Joey Bam Bam!
Joey Bam Bam decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, Anthony Ellison Jr stepped up to the mic, saying 'we'll get him next time'.

Event: TWGC 24 (205lbs, D4): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Jan 21, 2019

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ganesha Om (ranked 5373 p4p, 0 weight class) and Joey Bam Bam (ranked 2842 p4p, 385 weight class). Bam Bam has chosen Sleep Now In The Fire as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

187 cm
18 yrs
215 lbs

187 cm
18 yrs
222 lbs

Bam Bam

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Ganesha Om! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Joey Bam Bam!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Fujiwara, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Tatsuya Matsuyama.

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

Bam Bam shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Om napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Om (0) vs (4) Bam Bam

Bam Bam is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Om knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Om tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bam Bam wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Bam Bam working away.
Bam Bam just content to control the position.
Bam Bam wants to lay and pray for a moment but Om keeps working.
Om manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Om trying to control from the bottom.
Bam Bam is keen to just control but Om is a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam wants to pass to mount but Om is defending the position.
Bam Bam is trying to control the action in half guard but Om is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Om controlling the position for now.
Om is looking for a sweep. Bam Bam is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bam Bam content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Bam Bam looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Bam Bam is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Bam Bam prevents Om from improving his position.
Bam Bam seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Om does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Bam Bam looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Bam Bam tries to pass to full mount but Om defends it.
Om tries to get to full guard but Bam Bam has control of the leg.
Om looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Om makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Om.

Bam Bam drops back looking for a leg! Om is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Om manages to kick Bam Bam off! Bam Bam jumps back into Om's guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bam Bam trying to control but Om is working from the bottom.

Om is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bam Bam is aware though and is defending well.
Bam Bam controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but Om is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bam Bam pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Om is keeping the position for now.
Bam Bam pushes down on Om's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Bam Bam sitting and controlling from the half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Om is not content to let Bam Bam control the position.
Bam Bam stalling.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Bam Bam is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Om has managed to free his arm - good work.
Bam Bam is looking to take a break and control but Om is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Om is looking for a sweep. Bam Bam is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bam Bam tries to pass to full mount but Om defends it.
Bam Bam is taking a breather. Om 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.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Om trying to control but Bam Bam postures up.
Om wants to improve his position but Bam Bam is controlling well.

Bam Bam is looking for a kimura but Om is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bam Bam to get the leverage.
Bam Bam wants to control but Om is keeping him busy.
Bam Bam trying to mount his opponent but Om defends it.

Om looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bam Bam is looking to advance position but Om won't allow it.
Om is looking to control Bam Bam's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Om avoid being mounted?

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam is looking to take a break and control but Om is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bam Bam sitting and controlling from the half guard.

Om actively working from the bottom here.
Om tries to get to full guard but Bam Bam has control of the leg.
Bam Bam looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Bam Bam trying to control the action but Om is working from the bottom.

Bam Bam wants to work for an arm triangle but Om is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Om is looking for a sweep. Bam Bam is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bam Bam not doing much here.

That's six minutes gone in the round.

Bam Bam is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Om has managed to free his arm - good work.
Bam Bam wants to lay and pray for a moment but Om keeps working.

Bam Bam is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Bam Bam passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Om!
Score +3 for passing guard: Om (0) vs (7) Bam Bam
Om tries to lock up and control but Bam Bam gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Om is working to get back to half guard.
Bam Bam takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Om (0) vs (10) Bam Bam
Our spies down at at Power Wrestling Academy inform us that Bam Bam has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?

Bam Bam is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam trying to control momentarily.

Bam Bam has got one arm under Om's chin. This could be trouble... Om trying to control the other hand but Bam Bam gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Om has tapped out! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Joey Bam Bam!
Joey Bam Bam thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: TWGC 24 (205lbs, D4): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jan 20, 2019

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Joey Bam Bam (ranked 2839 p4p, 378 weight class) and Lamont King (ranked 5652 p4p, 0 weight class). Bam Bam's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Sleep Now In The Fire. King has chosen King For A Day - Green Day as his entrance music. Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!

187 cm
18 yrs
222 lbs

182 cm
20 yrs
170 lbs

Bam Bam

King

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Joey Bam Bam! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Lamont King!
The judges for this bout are Ren Mimura, Shigeki Sano and Yukihiro Yamamoto.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Bam Bam dives in and grabs King's left leg, looking for a takedown. King pushes down on Bam Bam's head and hops out.

King moves into the clinch successfully.
King drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bam Bam pulls his leg out and moves away.
Bam Bam fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Bam Bam shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts King as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bam Bam. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bam Bam shoots in looking for a takedown but King manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bam Bam's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.

King gets in close and instigates a clinch.
King is defending well against a takedown attempt.
King gets underhooks to prevent Bam Bam's takedown attempt.
King is pressed up against the cage. Bam Bam has hold of a leg and is looking to drag King down to the mat. King avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.

Bam Bam drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Bam Bam (4) vs (0) King
Bam Bam trying to control the action but King is working from the bottom.
King tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bam Bam wants to lay and pray for a moment but King keeps working.
Bam Bam in side control, just content to control the action for now.
King tries to buck Bam Bam off but Bam Bam is having none of it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
King gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.

King actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bam Bam prevents King from improving his position.
Bam Bam trying to control the action but King is working from the bottom.
King is looking for a sweep. Bam Bam is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

King looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
King has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bam Bam is working away from the top position though.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
King is staying active underneath Bam Bam, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
King gets back to full guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but King is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

King has his foot on Bam Bam's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bam Bam works his way back into a safe position though.

King is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bam Bam is aware though and is defending well.
Bam Bam trying to control but King is working from the bottom.
Bam Bam won't allow King to sweep him here.

King throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bam Bam passes King's left leg - he's now in half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam wants to take a breather but King is having none of it.
Bam Bam looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
King is trying to maintain the position but Bam Bam is very close to passing his half guard.
King controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Bam Bam is taking a breather. King 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.
Bam Bam trying to control the action but King is working from the bottom.
Bam Bam passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for King!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (7) vs (0) King
Bam Bam is trying to take his opponent's back.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
King wants to control but Bam Bam is having none of it.
Bam Bam tries to control but King wriggling away.
King working to try and regain half guard.
King prevents Bam Bam from taking his back.
Bam Bam trying to control but King is having none of it.
Bam Bam wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Bam Bam prevents King from getting the reversal.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but King is holding on tight.
Bam Bam wants to control the pace but King is squirming around nicely.
King tries to hold on but Bam Bam pushes him away.
King 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.
Bam Bam controlling his opponent.
King sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Bam Bam controlling the action here.
Bam Bam moves nicely into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (10) vs (0) King
King is not content to let Bam Bam control the position.

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

That's six minutes gone in the round.
King struggling a bit here.
King manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Bam Bam tries to pass to full mount but King defends it.
King wants to improve his position but Bam Bam is controlling well.
Bam Bam is trying to control. King wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Bam Bam tries to pass the half guard into mount. King knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
King works his way to full guard. Good work.

King is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
King keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully.
King trying to control the position.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed King's guard.

King looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Bam Bam wants to pass the guard but King is defending well.
Bam Bam is thwarting King's attempts to control the position.

King is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bam Bam pulls his head out easily.
King is staying active underneath Bam Bam, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bam Bam is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
King trying to control here.
Bam Bam is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for King!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (13) vs (0) King

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as King is looking to escape.
Bam Bam tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
King regains half guard.
Bam Bam is looking to take a break and control but King is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. King manages to regain full guard. Nice work.

Bam Bam avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bam Bam stands and throws King's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (16) vs (0) King
King sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
King trying to hold on to Bam Bam's head to control him but Bam Bam postures up.
King is looking for a sweep. Bam Bam is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

King looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
King gets back to full guard.
Bam Bam has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but King is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
King working a defensive guard here.
King can't keep his opponent in guard - Bam Bam advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Bam Bam tries to pass to full mount but King defends it.

King is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bam Bam pulls his head out easily.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam wants to take a breather but King is having none of it.
King is trying to maintain the position but Bam Bam is very close to passing his half guard.
King is trying to get back to full guard.
King is refusing to be controlled, as Bam Bam sits in half guard.
Bam Bam seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Bam Bam is looking to advance position but King won't allow it.
Bam Bam trying to control the action but King is working from the bottom.

King looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
King is looking to control Bam Bam's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can King avoid being mounted?

Bam Bam is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Bam Bam moves into full mount! King won't be happy about that!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bam Bam (19) vs (0) King
Bam Bam controlling the position easily from mount.
King is squirming around, avoiding Bam Bam's attempts to control the action.
King manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Bam Bam looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
King slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.

King is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Bam Bam pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. King is keeping the position for now.

King is looking for a triangle but Bam Bam pushes his legs off easily.
Bam Bam trying to control the position from guard on top but King is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
King looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
King keeping moving, preventing Bam Bam from controlling successfully.
King is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam looking to pass the guard.
Bam Bam trying to control but King is working from the bottom.

King is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Bam Bam wants to control from the top but King keeps moving.
Bam Bam wants to pass the guard but King is keeping the position.

King is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bam Bam defends well.
Bam Bam trying to control but King is working from the bottom.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Bam Bam showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Bam Bam preventing the sweep.
Bam Bam stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. King swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bam Bam is stalling in the full guard.

King had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bam Bam defends it easily.
Bam Bam pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. King is keeping the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bam Bam stopping the sweep attempt from King.
Bam Bam is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bam Bam takes the fight on points by 19 to 0.
A very excited looking Joey Bam Bam 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.
In defeat, Lamont King stepped up to the mic, saying 'Who else spend their nights staring at the ceiling?'.

Event: Skrap Fights 12
Date: Jan 05, 2019

#R1#
Bam Bam pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jospin appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jospin lands with an overhand left.#CUT#
It looks like Joey Bam Bam has been cut.
Jospin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A jab from Bam Bam does it's job there.#CUT2#
It looks like Henri Jospin has been cut.
Jospin moves out of range as Bam Bam strikes.
Bam Bam throws an overhand right that lands on Jospin's shoulder, as Jospin tries to avoid the shot.
Bam Bam misses with a wild body shot.
Bam Bam throws the kick towards the body but Jospin avoids it.
Bam Bam on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jospin. Jospin obviously looking to wear him down.
Jospin moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
We've been told by Jospin's head coaches at Black City that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jospin on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bam Bam has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Jospin finds it's way round the side to connect with Bam Bam's head.
Bam Bam scores with a nice right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jospin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T1#
Bam Bam tests Jospin's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A head kick from Jospin lands but Bam Bam takes it in his stride.
Jospin throws a nice outside leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Bam Bam takes a kick to the side of the head.
Bam Bam misses with an uppercut. Jospin saw that one coming.
Jospin looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Jospin throws a nice head kick!
A head kick misses from Jospin.
Bam Bam avoids the head kick by Jospin.
Bam Bam is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CUT2#
Henri Jospin's cut is getting worse.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bam Bam throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Bam Bam scoring well with a low kick there. #KD2#
Bam Bam drops his shoulder and cracks Jospin with a huge uppercut! Jospin goes down! Can Bam Bam finish him?
Jospin 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.
Bam Bam passes into half guard.
Bam Bam wants to control but Jospin is keeping him busy. #SU2#
Bam Bam postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Jospin to stand up. #T3#
Jospin keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jospin walks into a stiff left hand from Bam Bam.#CUT2#
Henri Jospin's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Nice uppercut lands for Jospin. That snapped Bam Bam's head back. #CUT#
That has opened up Joey Bam Bam's cut even more.
Bam Bam throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Jospin counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Bam Bam has Jospin up against the ropes in a clinch.
Jospin misses with a body punch.
Bam Bam fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jospin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bam Bam fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jospin lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bam Bam or not.
Jospin misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bam Bam tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bam Bam can't find room to land a body shot as Jospin controls the action.
Nice body punch from Jospin.
Jospin is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Bam Bam's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bam Bam lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short uppercut from Jospin.
Bam Bam lands a left hand. #CUT2#
Jeez, Henri Jospin's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Bam Bam gets through Jospin's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jospin blocks an uppercut.
Jospin throws a punch but it's blocked by Bam Bam.
A shot in the inside from Jospin.
Bam Bam throws a head punch that misses.
Jospin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bam Bam's elbow.
Bam Bam softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Jospin is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Bam Bam is keeping busy.
Jospin blocks an uppercut.
Jospin is working Bam Bam over against the ropes.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bam Bam.
Bam Bam has a couple of punches blocked by Jospin.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch on the inside from Bam Bam fails to land.
Bam Bam has a couple of punches blocked by Jospin.
Bam Bam tries to throw a body punch but Jospin avoids it by throwing Bam Bam back against the ropes.
Bam Bam misses with some punches.
Bam Bam goes for a takedown attempt but Jospin pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Bam Bam looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bam Bam has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Jospin moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Jospin swats away the attempt to clinch by Bam Bam.
Jospin misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jospin ducks under a wild hook from Bam Bam.
A little feinted left hand from Jospin on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jospin connects with an inside leg kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Jospin.
Bam Bam misses with a kick to the body.
Jospin throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bam Bam avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam misses with a looping right.
Jospin throws out a loose jab but Bam Bam uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bam Bam will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Bam Bam keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1##CL2#
Bam Bam closes the distance and clinches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jospin.
Bam Bam throws a head punch that misses.
Bam Bam misses with a body punch.
A short uppercut from Jospin.
Jospin tries a body shot but Bam Bam blocks it.
Jospin digs a right hand underneath Bam Bam's ribcage. Bam Bam let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Bam Bam wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Bam Bam misses with a punch to the body.
Jospin working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short right from Jospin on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Jospin as the two fighters clinch.
Bam Bam swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Jospin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bam Bam misses with a low kick.
As Bam Bam backs away, Jospin returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Jospin keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam throws a series of punches but Jospin moves out of range.
Jospin misses with a head kick. #T2#
Bam Bam moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jospin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bam Bam.
Bam Bam's corner calls for a 1-2. Bam Bam obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bam Bam takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jospin looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jospin turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bam Bam misses with a wild body shot.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bam Bam misses with a right hand
and Jospin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bam Bam blocks a head kick by Jospin.
Bam Bam throws a nice looking combination but Jospin bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Jospin moves out of range of the strikes.
Bam Bam scores with a jab. Jospin acknowledges it with a nod of the head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:07 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Joey Bam Bam!
An out of breath and clearly excited Joey Bam Bam thanked Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: Skrap Fights 7
Date: Dec 01, 2018

#R1#
Bam Bam throws a hook but Osman avoids it easily.#TD2#
Osman shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Osman working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Bam Bam's thigh. Bam Bam counters though and makes it back to full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Bam Bam keeping moving, preventing Osman from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bam Bam working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Osman.
Osman throws a strike but Bam Bam rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Osman throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Bam Bam escapes and throws Osman's legs to the side, diving into side control!
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T1#
Osman is trying to control Bam Bam's posture but Bam Bam avoids it.
Osman tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bam Bam wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Bam Bam wants to stand but Osman is controlling his arm.
Osman is trying to control Bam Bam's posture but Bam Bam avoids it.
Bam Bam wants to stand but Osman is controlling his arm.
Osman keeping his opponent close.
Bam Bam wants to stand but Osman has his arm trapped. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Osman is trying to get back to half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Osman can do anything to dispel that myth.
Osman is trying to control Bam Bam's posture but Bam Bam avoids it.
Osman is looking to regain half guard here but Bam Bam keeps moving and retains side control.
Osman gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Osman is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bam Bam wants to get back to his feet. #T3#
Osman gets full guard.
Bam Bam has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Osman is proving hard to escape from.
Bam Bam definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Osman has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Bam Bam has passed into side control.
Osman tries to bench press Bam Bam off him but Bam Bam keeps the position.
Bam Bam tries to stand but Osman is controlling his head. #SU#
Bam Bam decides to stand up, so the ref orders Osman to his feet.
Bam Bam pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T4#
Bam Bam throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Osman counters with a single leg into guard. Bam Bam didn't expect that.
Bam Bam controls Osman momentarily but Osman frees himself.
Osman must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Osman looking to sit in guard and control but Bam Bam gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Bam Bam looking to pass the guard.
Osman throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Osman looking for a sweep. Not yet Osman, not yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bam Bam content to stall in guard here.
Bam Bam wants to control from the top but Osman keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Bam Bam dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD2#
Osman closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #ES#
Bam Bam has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Osman is on him like a limpet, forcing Bam Bam back against the ropes.#BC#
Bam Bam breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Osman looks to land a left hand but Bam Bam moved out of range nicely.
Bam Bam throws a poor cross that misses #TD2#
and Osman counters with a shoot takedown. Bam Bam fights it but they end up in guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bam Bam is trying to control the position but Osman postures up.
Osman looking to sit in guard and control but Bam Bam gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Osman is looking for a triangle but Bam Bam pushes his legs off easily.
Osman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bam Bam pushing down on Osman's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T1#
Osman tries to roll over but Bam Bam keeps him under control.
Bam Bam controlling the pace.
Osman is looking to get back to full guard here but Bam Bam has managed to pass to side control instead.
Bam Bam is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Osman can do to turn this around?
Osman manages to work his way to half guard, despite Bam Bam's best efforts.
Osman trying to get back to full guard but Bam Bam takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Osman wants to control but Bam Bam is having none of it.
Osman tries to control the position but Bam Bam now has his back. #T2#
Bam Bam has the hooks in. Osman is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Osman just trying to survive but Bam Bam is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Bam Bam keeps control of the position as Osman tries to break free.
Osman prevents Bam Bam from getting a body triangle.
Bam Bam slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Osman can't escape the position. #T3#
Bam Bam trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Osman is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Osman trying to control the position but Bam Bam manages to sink in the hooks.
Osman tries to escape the position.
Osman is still trying to improve position.#T4#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Bam Bam controlling the positon.
Osman looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Osman is trying to get back to his feet but Bam Bam has full control of the position and if anything, Osman has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Osman trying to control the hands but Bam Bam won't let him.
Bam Bam has the hooks in. Osman is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Bam Bam has one arm under Osman 's neck. Osman is controlling the other arm well. He's just looking to survive right now. Bam Bam manages to get his arm free though and Osman is in a world of trouble! Bam Bam sinks in the hooks and squeezes! Osman turns purple and then goes limp. The referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Joey Bam Bam!
Joey Bam Bam gave a mention to Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 22, 2018

#R1#
Petruzzelli scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CL2#
Petruzzelli closes the distance and clinches.
Petruzzelli scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bam Bam is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Petruzzelli is defending well.#BC#
Bam Bam breaks from the clinch.
Petruzzelli ducks under a wild hook from Bam Bam.
Petruzzelli slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Bam Bam walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Petruzzelli bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bam Bam's head backwards.
Petruzzelli ducks under a wild hook from Bam Bam.#CL2#
Petruzzelli gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Bam Bam wants to break the clinch but can't. #BC#
Bam Bam pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Petruzzelli throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL2#
Petruzzelli moves into the clinch.
Bam Bam has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Bam Bam 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.
Bam Bam struggles to land a body shot inside as Petruzzelli controls his hands.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Petruzzelli.
Bam Bam can't break the clinch. #BC#
Bam Bam pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Petruzzelli lands with a cross. #T1#
Bam Bam misses with a series of wild punches.
Bam Bam missing with a left hand there. Petruzzelli was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Petruzzelli connects with a single shot there.
A big left from Bam Bam misses.
Petruzzelli now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#CL2#
Petruzzelli gets a clinch.
Petruzzelli working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short right from Petruzzelli on the inside.
Petruzzelli slowing the pace effectively.
Bam Bam cracks Petruzzelli with a nice body shot.
Bam Bam has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Petruzzelli is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Petruzzelli lands a shoulder strike.
Bam Bam misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Bam Bam breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD#
Bam Bam gets a double leg takedown into Petruzzelli's guard.
Petruzzelli looks winded!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bam Bam is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SU#
Bam Bam decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Petruzzelli, up you get! #T2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Bam Bam.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bam Bam. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bam Bam shoots in and drives through. Petruzzelli sprawls well.#CL2#
Petruzzelli fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bam Bam, pushing him back against the cage.
Petruzzelli has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Petruzzelli scores with a nice hook to the head.
A shot in the inside from Petruzzelli.
Bam Bam wants a takedown but no success here. #BC#
Bam Bam manages to break the clinch.
Petruzzelli avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD#
Bam Bam closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Petruzzelli is trying to escape the position but Bam Bam is controlling the position. #SU#
Bam Bam decides to take the fight back to the feet. #T3#
Petruzzelli throws a hook but Bam Bam avoids it easily.
Bam Bam throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Petruzzelli uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bam Bam.
Despite the aggression on Petruzzelli's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Petruzzelli waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bam Bam.
Bam Bam scores with a jab.
Bam Bam shoots in but no luck this time.
Petruzzelli is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Bam Bam throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL2#
and Petruzzelli counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Petruzzelli. #TD#
Bam Bam has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Petruzzelli uses from the top position.
Bam Bam wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB#
Petruzzelli wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Bam Bam's closed guard. He's half up but Bam Bam has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Bam Bam pivots and extends the arm, Petruzzelli falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Bam Bam! Well done that man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joey Bam Bam!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 05, 2018

#R1#
Bam Bam digs a good body shot into Jones's ribs.
Bam Bam chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jones walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bam Bam lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CL#
Jones instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Bam Bam escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bam Bam dips to his left and cracks Jones with an uppercut!
Jones thuds a left hand into Bam Bam's body.
Bam Bam swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bam Bam uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones.
Bam Bam swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jones.
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!
Bam Bam jabs Jones right on the nose. Jones blinks but takes it well.
Good standup being displayed there by Bam Bam as he connects with a hook.#TD#
Jones closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bam Bam did well to prevent Jones getting side control.#T1#
Jones working the head and body with strikes.
Nice strikes from Jones there.
Bam Bam is looking for a sweep. Jones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bam Bam gets full guard.
Jones throwing strikes from guard but Bam Bam blocks nicely. #SUB2#
Bam Bam had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jones defends it easily.
Jones postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Jones postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Jones postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Jones scoring with some ground and pound. #T2#
Jones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bam Bam is keeping the position for now.
Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Bam Bam is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jones working some strikes from top position.
Jones engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Bam Bam is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jones defends well.#SU#
Jones decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Bam Bam, up you get! #T3#
Bam Bam scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bam Bam's corner calls for a 1-2. Bam Bam obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bam Bam connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Jones takes one to the chin there.
Joey Bam Bam is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Bam Bam gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Jones postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Jones controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Jones working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bam Bam's head.#T4#
Jones throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bam Bam works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Jones throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bam Bam works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Jones is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Jones is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Jones wants to pass the guard but Bam Bam is keeping the position.
Bam Bam avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Jones keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bam Bam's 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!
Jones preventing the sweep.
Jones trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Joey Bam Bam will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Bam Bam swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bam Bam misses with a series of wild punches.
Bam Bam swats away the attempt to clinch by Jones.
Jones tries to clinch but Bam Bam moves out of range.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bam Bam fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones manages to avoid it.
Jones takes one to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Jones pushes Bam Bam up against the cage in a clinch.
Bam Bam scores with an uppercut up the middle.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bam Bam creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Bam Bam escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jones on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T1#
Bam Bam with a nice cross.
Jones fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD#
Jones drives through with a takedown into guard.
Jones is standing up over Bam Bam. Bam Bam looks to escape but Jones dives into side control. #REVB##SUB#
Jones is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bam Bam knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Bam Bam stops Jones from passing to mount.
Bam Bam wants to control but Jones postures up.#T2##SUB#
Jones looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bam Bam can't do much from the bottom here.
Jones scoring with punches from side control.
A control attempt from Bam Bam but he's now mounted!
Bam Bam tries to hold on but Jones postures up.
Jones unloading with bombs!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jones putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#T3#
Bam Bam wants to hold on but Jones pushes him away.
Bam Bam working to try and regain half guard.
Bam Bam is still trying to improve position.
Jones controlling from mount.
Bam Bam tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Jones raining down hammerfists from mount.
Peter Jones overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bam Bam takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Jones 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.
Jones raining down shots from the mount!#T4#
Bam Bam is in all sorts of trouble here. #SUB#
Jones jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Bam Bam is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Bam Bam and Jones has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Jones taking a breather here.
Bam Bam gets back to half guard.
Jones is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Peter Jones 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#
Bam Bam scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jones has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jones there as he acknowledges the shot.
Joey Bam Bam seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones fails in his attempt to clinch.
Jones is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #TD#
Jones gets a takedown into half guard.
Bam Bam wants to improve his position but Jones is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Bam Bam is defending against the submission attempts here by Jones.
Jones scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T1#
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. Jones connects with a nice short shot to Bam Bam's temple.
Bam Bam has hold of Jones's hands but Jones slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Bam Bam won't allow Jones to pass to mount.
Bam Bam is looking for a sweep. Jones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bam Bam is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Jones is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Jones trying to mount his opponent but Bam Bam defends it. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Jones in particular looking to stall.
Bam Bam is looking to control Jones's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bam Bam avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Jones seems to be looking for submissions.
Jones winds up and cracks Bam Bam with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Jones has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Bam Bam defend it? Jones steps over the head and cranks it - Bam Bam is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Jones!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Peter Jones!

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