Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: CFC 472: Tiotio v Chukwuma
Date: Apr 02, 2022

#R1#
Van Der Dusse shoots in looking for a takedown. Bataglia tries to sprawl out of it but Van Der Dusse keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bataglia manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Van Der Dusse pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Bataglia back to the cage. Van Der Dusse follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Bataglia goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bataglia.
Van Der Dusse fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anthon Van Der Dusse. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bataglia as he avoids it easily.
Bataglia fails to land with a series of punches.
Bataglia looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD#
Van Der Dusse fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bataglia sprawls well initially but Van Der Dusse persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Van Der Dusse throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Bataglia to regain full guard.
Bataglia looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bataglia is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Van Der Dusse is controlling him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Van Der Dusse trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Bataglia is working from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse prevents Bataglia from getting back to his feet.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Van Der Dusse accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Van Der Dusse in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bataglia is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Van Der Dusse shoots in but no luck this time.
Lorenzo Bataglia is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Van Der Dusse misses with a series of wild punches.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bataglia as he jumps to the side.
It seemed like Bataglia was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bataglia slaps away a takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T2#
Van Der Dusse will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD#
Van Der Dusse darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Bataglia looks like he's trying to stand up.
Van Der Dusse missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bataglia is holding on to half guard well.
Van Der Dusse is thwarting Bataglia's attempts to control the position.
Van Der Dusse throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Bataglia is trying to stand up here but Van Der Dusse is controlling him well. #T3#
Van Der Dusse moves nicely into side control.
Van Der Dusse throws an elbow but Bataglia slips to the side and avoids it well.
Bataglia is looking to regain half guard here but Van Der Dusse keeps moving and retains side control.
Van Der Dusse in side control lands a decent elbow.
Van Der Dusse postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Check out the look on Van Der Dusse's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Van Der Dusse tries to score with some ground and pound. Bataglia controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Van Der Dusse wants to control but Bataglia is keeping him busy.
You can see the frustration on Bataglia's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Van Der Dusse throws a strike aimed at the side of Bataglia's head but Bataglia avoids it well.#T4#
The strikes coming from Van Der Dusse are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Van Der Dusse 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.
Van Der Dusse is looking to take a break and control but Bataglia is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse grinds an elbow into Bataglia's temple.
Sloppy strikes there by Van Der Dusse.
Bataglia is not content to let Van Der Dusse control the position.
Bataglia tries to get back to half guard but can't.
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 Anthon Van Der Dusse will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD#
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bataglia napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Bataglia managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse is trying to ground and pound but Bataglia uses the momentary lack of control by Van Der Dusse to regain half guard.
Van Der Dusse thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Bataglia taking some punishment here, with Van Der Dusse in his half guard.
Bataglia is looking to escape.
Van Der Dusse throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bataglia is staying active underneath Van Der Dusse, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Van Der Dusse with the ground and pound but Bataglia uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Van Der Dusse trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Van Der Dusse is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T1#
Van Der Dusse throws a strike but Bataglia rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Van Der Dusse is trying to control the position but Bataglia postures up.
Bataglia tries to stand but Van Der Dusse is controlling from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse is looking to stand up but Bataglia isn't so interested in that idea.
Bataglia trying to stand up but can't free himself from Van Der Dusse's guard.
Van Der Dusse tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Van Der Dusse working a defensive guard but Bataglia manages to pass into side control anyway.
Van Der Dusse wants to control but Bataglia postures up.#T2#
Van Der Dusse wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#SU2#
Bataglia stands up and beckons Van Der Dusse to his feet.
Van Der Dusse closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bataglia circles away.
Bataglia motions for Van Der Dusse to come forward. Bataglia throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bataglia throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD#
Van Der Dusse drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Van Der Dusse wants to pass the guard but Bataglia is keeping the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Van Der Dusse accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Van Der Dusse loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Van Der Dusse with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bataglia holds on and takes a little breather.
Van Der Dusse in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bataglia holds on and takes a little breather.
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes from guard but Bataglia blocks nicely.
Van Der Dusse missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bataglia wants to stand but Van Der Dusse is controlling the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A right-left combo lands from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse dives in and grabs Bataglia's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bataglia pushes down on Van Der Dusse's head and hops out.
Van Der Dusse fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anthon Van Der Dusse. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bataglia throws a shot from downtown. Van Der Dusse moves away and avoids it.#T4#
Bataglia stuffs the takedown.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Bataglia!
Bataglia misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Van Der Dusse throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bataglia.
Van Der Dusse blocks a head kick by Bataglia.
Van Der Dusse looks for a takedown but Bataglia sprawls well.
A big right from Bataglia misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bataglia throws a hook but Van Der Dusse avoids it easily.
No luck for Van Der Dusse with that takedown attempt.
Despite the aggression on Bataglia's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bataglia keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bataglia throws a head kick that half lands.
Nice straight punches there by Bataglia. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bataglia.#ROC2#Van Der Dusse is rocked!
Anthon Van Der Dusse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Van Der Dusse shoots and misses
and Bataglia counters with a huge left! Van Der Dusse is in big trouble! He's backing up but Bataglia isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Van Der Dusse from any more damage. A dominating finish by Bataglia!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lorenzo Bataglia!
During a confident post fight interview, Lorenzo Bataglia thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: CFC 460: Rivers v Urameshi
Date: Feb 16, 2022

#R1#
Van Der Dusse takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown but Burnham shows good takedown defense.
Burnham scores with a body shot.
Burnham misses with a hook.
Burnham lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Burnham ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Van Der Dusse moves away.#TD#
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Burnham is trying to get back to full guard.
Van Der Dusse wants to lay and pray for a moment but Burnham keeps working.
Burnham has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at DanBills Sketchy Basement. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Van Der Dusse thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Burnham's head.
Burnham has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Van Der Dusse is working away from the top position though.
Van Der Dusse throwing shots but Burnham is blocking nicely.
Burnham avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Van Der Dusse. #T1##SUB2#
Burnham looking for submissions off his back.
Van Der Dusse is thwarting Burnham's attempts to control the position.
Burnham is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Van Der Dusse sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Burnham defending well though.
Van Der Dusse missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Burnham is trying to maintain the position but Van Der Dusse is very close to passing his half guard.
Van Der Dusse winds up and cracks Burnham with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Van Der Dusse passes the guard and advances to mount!
Van Der Dusse lands with some strikes.#T2#
Van Der Dusse misses with a head shot.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Van Der Dusse prevents Burnham from getting the reversal.
Burnham wants to control but Van Der Dusse is having none of it.
The referee warns Burnham that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Burnham gets back to half guard.
Van Der Dusse working the head and body with strikes.
Burnham trying to hold on to Van Der Dusse's head to control him but Van Der Dusse postures up.
Burnham pushes Van Der Dusse off looking to stand but Van Der Dusse dives back in and keeps control.
Burnham trying to hold on to Van Der Dusse's head to control him but Van Der Dusse postures up.
Van Der Dusse lands strikes from half guard.#T3#
Van Der Dusse looks to land a strike but Burnham avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Van Der Dusse postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Van Der Dusse is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse tries to free his leg and advance position but Burnham is retaining full guard.
Van Der Dusse sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Van Der Dusse missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Burnham controls Van Der Dusse momentarily but Van Der Dusse frees himself.
Burnham is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##SUB2#
Burnham is working for a submission of some sort.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burnham passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Van Der Dusse! #T4#
Van Der Dusse is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Burnham wants to control the pace but Van Der Dusse is squirming around nicely.
Burnham tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB2#
Burnham working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
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 Anthon Van Der Dusse will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Burnham throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Burnham throws a chopping leg kick but Van Der Dusse manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Burnham scores with a kick to the body.
Burnham misses the shot to the body.
We've been told by Van Der Dusse's head coaches at Advanced Fitness Inc. that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#TD2#
Burnham bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Van Der Dusse wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#SUB2#
Burnham tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Burnham working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse is looking to regain half guard here but Burnham keeps moving and retains side control. #T1#
Burnham tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB2#
Burnham thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Burnham is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Van Der Dusse is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Van Der Dusse is not content to let Burnham control the position. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Burnham working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Burnham thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Burnham trying to control the action but Van Der Dusse is working from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Burnham asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T3#
Van Der Dusse is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Van Der Dusse is not content to let Burnham control the position.
Van Der Dusse gets back to half guard.
Burnham wants to pass to mount but Van Der Dusse is defending the position.
Van Der Dusse gets full guard.
Van Der Dusse pulls Burnham in close to prevent any damage. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Burnham wants to control from the top but Van Der Dusse keeps moving.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Burnham throws a hook but Van Der Dusse avoids it easily.
Burnham throws a head kick that misses.
Burnham swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Van Der Dusse looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Van Der Dusse shoots in looking for a takedown but Burnham manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Van Der Dusse's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
And Burnham responds with a good body kick, but Van Der Dusse manages to step out the way in time.
Burnham defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lester Burnham showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Van Der Dusse or perhaps it was just good defense by Burnham, which made it look bad.
Burnham swings for the body but Van Der Dusse moves out of range.
Burnham misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #TD#
Van Der Dusse drives through with a takedown into guard.
Van Der Dusse postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Van Der Dusse working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Van Der Dusse throws a strike but Burnham rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Burnham trying to control but Van Der Dusse is working from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse pulls Burnham in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Burnham trying to control but Van Der Dusse is working from the bottom. #T1#
Burnham showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Van Der Dusse not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Burnham trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Der Dusse is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burnham wants to pass the guard but Van Der Dusse is keeping the position.
Burnham looking to sit in guard and control but Van Der Dusse gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Burnham utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse with a flurry of punches that miss.
Van Der Dusse connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB2#
Burnham is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Van Der Dusse has his hands clasped together but Burnham extends and breaks Van Der Dusse's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Burnham.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Lester Burnham!
A victorious Lester Burnham thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: CFC 453: Whitaker v Rivers
Date: Jan 16, 2022

#R1#
Nice defenses there by Van Der Dusse.
Lee slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lee scores with a jab.
Van Der Dusse moves forwards but Lee connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Van Der Dusse fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A punch combination from Van Der Dusse misses. #KD2#
Lee catches Van Der Dusse napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Van Der Dusse to the canvas! #ROC2#Van Der Dusse is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lee pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Van Der Dusse is keeping the position for now.
Oh Van Der Dusse is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Van Der Dusse working a defensive guard here.
Lee slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Lee has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Van Der Dusse defend it? Lee steps over the head and cranks it - Van Der Dusse is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Lee!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). John Lee!
An out of breath John Lee thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: CFC 448: Nagasaki v Da Silvia
Date: Dec 29, 2021

#R1#
Riminal throws a shot from downtown. Van Der Dusse moves away and avoids it.
Riminal scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Riminal to the mat! Riminal manages to get full guard.
Van Der Dusse wants to pass the guard but Riminal is keeping the position.
Van Der Dusse trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Riminal is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Van Der Dusse throws a sloppy strike and Riminal has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Van Der Dusse is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Riminal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ser Bian Warc Riminal!
After winning the bout, Ser Bian Warc Riminal thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CFC 443: Lacplesis v Whitaker
Date: Dec 05, 2021

#R1#
Schlong misses with a takedown attempt - Van Der Dusse sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Schlong lands with a nice combination. Van Der Dusse backs away looking to recover.
Schlong scores with a nice head shot.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse.
A jab from Schlong misses.
Schlong works the jab nicely.
We've been hearing reports that Schlong has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Schlong fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Van Der Dusse manages to avoid it.
Anthon Van Der Dusse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Schlong gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Van Der Dusse to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SUB#
Schlong is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Van Der Dusse defends well.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Schlong is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Schlong is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1#
Van Der Dusse throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Schlong works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Schlong is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Schlong is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Van Der Dusse is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Schlong looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Schlong keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
Schlong working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse stopping the sweep attempt from Schlong.
Schlong will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse connects with a couple of short punches.
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.
Schlong working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Schlong is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Van Der Dusse is aware though and is defending well.#T2#
Schlong has control of Van Der Dusse's left arm, preventing Van Der Dusse from doing any damage.
Van Der Dusse is looking to work some ground and pound but Schlong has wrist control.
Van Der Dusse connects with a couple of short punches.
Van Der Dusse throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Schlong looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Van Der Dusse's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Van Der Dusse postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Schlong covers up, he's hurt! Van Der Dusse keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Van Der Dusse and the ref steps in to end the fight! Van Der Dusse can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anthon Van Der Dusse!
Anthon Van Der Dusse seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: SMASH: Murphy vs Chaos
Date: Oct 23, 2021

#R1#
Van Der Dusse keeps the fight on the outside.
Van Der Dusse shoots for a double leg takedown but Bokhchuud sprawls well. He's pushed Van Der Dusse's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL#
Bokhchuud closes the distance and clinches.
Van Der Dusse tries to throw a body punch but Bokhchuud avoids it by throwing Van Der Dusse back against the cage.
Bokhchuud misses with an elbow strike.
Van Der Dusse is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Bokhchuud pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A head punch on the inside from Bokhchuud fails to land.
Bokhchuud tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Van Der Dusse avoids it.
Bokhchuud misses with some punches.
Van Der Dusse misses with a body punch.
Bokhchuud tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Der Dusse's elbow.
Bokhchuud is leaning against Van Der Dusse and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bokhchuud gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse.
Khuchtei Bokhchuud has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse is working for takedown but Bokhchuud is calmly controlling the position for now.
Bokhchuud lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bokhchuud tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Bokhchuud throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Van Der Dusse blocks it with crossed arms. #T1#
Van Der Dusse looking for a takedown.
We've been hearing reports that Bokhchuud has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bokhchuud prevents a takedown attempt there.
Bokhchuud swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bokhchuud lands an elbow inside that Van Der Dusse shrugs off.
Van Der Dusse blocks a body shot from Bokhchuud.
Van Der Dusse tries to score a body lock takedown but Bokhchuud shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Bokhchuud with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Van Der Dusse drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bokhchuud pulls his leg out and moves away.
Bokhchuud scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Bokhchuud lands a head kick! #CL#
Van Der Dusse tries to keep at a distance but Bokhchuud has taken the fight into the clinch.
Van Der Dusse can't get the takedown.
Bokhchuud misses with a knee strike. #T2#
Van Der Dusse misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bokhchuud tries to land knees in the clinch but Van Der Dusse avoids the damage to the body.
Bokhchuud misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bokhchuud gets through Van Der Dusse's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bokhchuud is pressed up against the cage. Van Der Dusse has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Bokhchuud down to the mat. Bokhchuud avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bokhchuud sprawls well. Bokhchuud wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Van Der Dusse gets slowly back to his feet.#CL#
Bokhchuud gets a clinch.
Van Der Dusse avoiding damage as Bokhchuud throws knees to the body.
Van Der Dusse takes a shot to the head.
Van Der Dusse can't get the takedown.
Bokhchuud lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Bokhchuud tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Bokhchuud with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #T3#
Van Der Dusse wants to take the fight to the mat but Bokhchuud manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Bokhchuud misses with a punch to the body.
Van Der Dusse tries for a takedown but Bokhchuud manages to get underhooks.
Bokhchuud has a couple of punches blocked by Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse is looking for a takedown.
Bokhchuud lands a nice uppercut.
Bokhchuud stops a takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bokhchuud.
Van Der Dusse is trying to drag Bokhchuud to the mat but Bokhchuud just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Van Der Dusse tries for a takedown. No joy.
Van Der Dusse has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Bokhchuud avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Bokhchuud lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Van Der Dusse is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Bokhchuud is defending well.
Van Der Dusse has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Bokhchuud is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Van Der Dusse tries to break the clinch but Bokhchuud is controlling the position. #T4#
Van Der Dusse blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Van Der Dusse is working for takedown but Bokhchuud is calmly controlling the position for now.
Bokhchuud connects with a knee to the head.
A short uppercut from Bokhchuud.
Van Der Dusse is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Bokhchuud pulls him back up using the underhooks.
With the fighters up against the cage, Bokhchuud throws an elbow but misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bokhchuud.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Van Der Dusse on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Bokhchuud tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Van Der Dusse tries to work over Bokhchuud's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bokhchuud prevents a body shot from Van Der Dusse.
A body shot lands from Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bokhchuud with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Bokhchuud tries a knee to the head but Van Der Dusse blocks it.
Van Der Dusse lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bokhchuud looking to throw knees to the head but Van Der Dusse is blocking nicely.
Van Der Dusse changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Bokhchuud fights it off and pushes away nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Khuchtei Bokhchuud dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##CL#
Bokhchuud clinches up with Van Der Dusse and pushes him back against the cage.
Bokhchuud tries to land a knee to the head but Van Der Dusse blocks with his arms.
Van Der Dusse wants a takedown.
Van Der Dusse avoids a wild elbow strike from Bokhchuud.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Bokhchuud just misses with a elbow thrown towards Van Der Dusse's brow.
Bokhchuud misses with a punch to the body.
Bokhchuud lands with a left to the head.
Bokhchuud throws a knee to the head but misses. #BC2#
Van Der Dusse breaks from the clinch.
Van Der Dusse moves out of range as Bokhchuud throws a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bokhchuud lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Van Der Dusse circles away quickly and effectively.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a double leg but Bokhchuud sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bokhchuud is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Van Der Dusse can do to turn this around?
Bokhchuud throws a nice looking combination but Van Der Dusse bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bokhchuud keeps Van Der Dusse at a distance using the push kick. #CL2#
Van Der Dusse has Bokhchuud up against the cage in a clinch. #T1#
Van Der Dusse on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Van Der Dusse has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Bokhchuud is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Khuchtei Bokhchuud has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.
Bokhchuud lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Van Der Dusse is looking for a takedown.
Bokhchuud lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Van Der Dusse is working for takedown but Bokhchuud is calmly controlling the position for now.
With the fighters up against the cage, Bokhchuud throws an elbow but misses.
Bokhchuud tries to throw a body punch but Van Der Dusse avoids it by throwing Bokhchuud back against the cage.
Van Der Dusse has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Bokhchuud is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Bokhchuud can't find room to land a body shot as Van Der Dusse controls the action.
Bokhchuud misses with some punches.
Van Der Dusse blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bokhchuud landing knees to the head.
Good body shot from Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud gets underhooks to prevent Van Der Dusse's takedown attempt.
Van Der Dusse has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bokhchuud after a bit of a struggle.
Khuchtei Bokhchuud has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T2#
Bokhchuud creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Bokhchuud lands a knee to the head.
Van Der Dusse wants a takedown.
Bokhchuud tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Der Dusse's elbow.
Bokhchuud lands an elbow inside that Van Der Dusse shrugs off.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bokhchuud misses with an elbow strike.
Bokhchuud missing with knees to the body.
Van Der Dusse blocks an elbow strike.
Bokhchuud pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Van Der Dusse is looking for a takedown.
Bokhchuud scores a nice knee to the body.
Bokhchuud presses Van Der Dusse against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bokhchuud lands a shot to the body.
Van Der Dusse is breathing heavily.
Van Der Dusse is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Bokhchuud gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Van Der Dusse drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bokhchuud lands with a short shot to the head. #T3#
Bokhchuud gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse avoids the elbow strike from Bokhchuud, against the cage.
Van Der Dusse has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Bokhchuud avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Bokhchuud tries to land knees in the clinch but Van Der Dusse avoids the damage to the body.
Bokhchuud tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Bokhchuud lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Van Der Dusse wants a takedown but no success here.
Van Der Dusse is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Bokhchuud pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Bokhchuud lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Van Der Dusse backwards.
Bokhchuud doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bokhchuud tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Van Der Dusse tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bokhchuud misses with an elbow strike. #T4#
Van Der Dusse is looking for a takedown.
Bokhchuud unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Bokhchuud cracks Van Der Dusse with a nice body shot.
Bokhchuud misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Van Der Dusse.
Bokhchuud using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Van Der Dusse has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Van Der Dusse blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Van Der Dusse takes an elbow to the forehead.
Bokhchuud throws an elbow but it misses.
Van Der Dusse changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Bokhchuud fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Bokhchuud dodges the punch combination from Van Der Dusse.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bokhchuud looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#CL#
Bokhchuud rushes Van Der Dusse and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Bokhchuud lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Van Der Dusse takes a shot to the head.
Van Der Dusse has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bokhchuud after a bit of a struggle.
Van Der Dusse has a couple of punches blocked by Bokhchuud.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Khuchtei Bokhchuud dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Van Der Dusse or perhaps it was just good defense by Bokhchuud, which made it look bad.
Bokhchuud fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Van Der Dusse is out of range.
Bokhchuud throws a head kick that misses.
Van Der Dusse shoots in and drives through. Bokhchuud sprawls well.
Bokhchuud is looking to counter the offense by Van Der Dusse and move into the clinch.
Van Der Dusse fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Khuchtei Bokhchuud has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.
Bokhchuud scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Bokhchuud tries to clinch but Van Der Dusse moves out of range.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a double leg but Bokhchuud sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Van Der Dusse blocks a head kick by Bokhchuud.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No joy there for Bokhchuud, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Horrible takedown attempt by Van Der Dusse or perhaps it was just good defense by Bokhchuud, which made it look bad.
Van Der Dusse takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nice sprawl there from Bokhchuud as Van Der Dusse shoots in.
Bokhchuud throws a right hand that Van Der Dusse ducks under and follows up with a left that Van Der Dusse also avoids with ease.
Van Der Dusse is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T1#
Van Der Dusse doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bokhchuud counters with a nice uppercut.
Van Der Dusse moves out of range of the body kick.#CL#
Bokhchuud fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Van Der Dusse, pushing him back against the cage.
Bokhchuud connects with a knee to the head.
Bokhchuud tries a body shot but Van Der Dusse blocks it.
Bokhchuud misses with a knee strike.
Van Der Dusse has Bokhchuud pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bokhchuud manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Bokhchuud throws a knee to the head but misses.
Van Der Dusse goes for a takedown attempt but Bokhchuud pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Bokhchuud is looking to clinch.
Van Der Dusse lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Bokhchuud lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Van Der Dusse avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL#
Bokhchuud closes the distance and clinches.
A right handed body shot lands from Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Van Der Dusse in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Khuchtei Bokhchuud is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Van Der Dusse tries to score a body lock takedown but Bokhchuud shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Bokhchuud gets through Van Der Dusse's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bokhchuud throws an elbow that misses.
Van Der Dusse struggles to land a body shot inside as Bokhchuud controls his hands.
Van Der Dusse wants a takedown.
Bokhchuud tries to work over Van Der Dusse's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bokhchuud working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Van Der Dusse drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bokhchuud pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL#
Bokhchuud clinches with his opponent. #T3#
Bokhchuud lands a right hand that snaps the head of Van Der Dusse backwards.
Bokhchuud tries to land a knee to the head but Van Der Dusse blocks with his arms.
Van Der Dusse tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bokhchuud's elbow.
Van Der Dusse has Bokhchuud pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bokhchuud manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Bokhchuud prevents a body shot from Van Der Dusse.
Bokhchuud gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse.
Bokhchuud prevents Van Der Dusse from breaking the clinch.
Van Der Dusse is working for takedown but Bokhchuud is calmly controlling the position for now.#T4#
Van Der Dusse is working for takedown but Bokhchuud is calmly controlling the position for now.
Van Der Dusse tries for a takedown but Bokhchuud manages to get underhooks.
Anthon Van Der Dusse has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Van Der Dusse is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud prevents a takedown attempt there.
Van Der Dusse drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bokhchuud lands an elbow inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Khuchtei Bokhchuud showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bokhchuud 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:24
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:24
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:24

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

Event: SMASH: Perkele vs Hakekia
Date: Sep 18, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Kirk tries to bench press Van Der Dusse off him but Van Der Dusse keeps the position.
Van Der Dusse landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Van Der Dusse working the ground and pound from side control.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position but Kirk is working away.
Kirk is trying to control Van Der Dusse's posture but Van Der Dusse avoids it.
Van Der Dusse wants to control but Kirk is keeping him busy.
Kirk is looking to reverse the position.
Kirk wants to control but Van Der Dusse postures up.
Kirk on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Kirk takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Van Der Dusse landing a few strikes.
Van Der Dusse in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Kirk tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kirk is trying to control Van Der Dusse's posture but Van Der Dusse avoids it. #T1#
Kirk tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Van Der Dusse working the strikes but Kirk uses the opportunity to regain half guard. #SUB#
Kirk actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Kirk looking for submissions off his back.
Kirk trying to hold on to Van Der Dusse's head to control him but Van Der Dusse postures up. #SUB#
Kirk actively working from the bottom here.
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. Van Der Dusse connects with a nice short shot to Kirk's temple.
Kirk's coaches at Irish Collar & Elbow Academy (ICE) 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.
Kirk is trying to control but can't.
Kirk blocking the ground and pound attempt from Van Der Dusse. #SUB#
Kirk looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2##SUB#
Kirk looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kirk is looking to control Van Der Dusse's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kirk avoid being mounted?
Van Der Dusse looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kirk with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Kirk is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Kirk is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Van Der Dusse is tapping! Great win for Kirk!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Gilmat Kirk!
A victorious Gilmat Kirk thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SMASH:Kelly vs Hakekia
Date: Aug 21, 2021

#R1#
A big left from Doyle misses.
Van Der Dusse is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Doyle with a body shot.
Van Der Dusse doesn't manage to clinch there - Doyle circles away.
Anthon Van Der Dusse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Danga de danga de dang - Van Der Dusse scores with a four punch combination!
Doyle swings for the body but Van Der Dusse moves out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Doyle throws a leg kick but Van Der Dusse sees it coming and moves out of range.
Van Der Dusse ducks right into an uppercut from Doyle.
Van Der Dusse takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and pushes Doyle back into the cage.
Doyle doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Doyle.
Doyle misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Doyle lands a nice shot to the body.
Doyle working aggressively here. #BC2#
Van Der Dusse breaks from the clinch.
Van Der Dusse swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #CL#
and Doyle holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Doyle throws a punch but it's blocked by Van Der Dusse.
Doyle lands with a short shot to the head.
Doyle tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Der Dusse's elbow.
Doyle misses with the head strike.
Van Der Dusse can't find room to land a body shot as Doyle controls the action.
Doyle softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T1#
Van Der Dusse is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Van Der Dusse tries to score a body lock takedown but Doyle shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Van Der Dusse goes for a takedown attempt but Doyle pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Jimmy Doyle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Doyle fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Van Der Dusse has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Van Der Dusse ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Doyle misses with a wild body shot. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse shoots in and bounces Doyle off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Van Der Dusse postures up in Doyle's guard and throws a big left but Doyle blocks it.
Van Der Dusse with a flurry of punches that miss.
Van Der Dusse with a flurry of punches that miss.
Van Der Dusse is in close to Doyle's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but Doyle keeps moving. #T2#
Van Der Dusse stays in close to Doyle's body and controls the position.
Doyle tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Doyle can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Van Der Dusse controls the pace.
Van Der Dusse throws a strike but Doyle rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Van Der Dusse looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Van Der Dusse pulls Doyle in close to prevent any damage.
Doyle won't allow Van Der Dusse to sweep him here. #T3#
Doyle trying to control but Van Der Dusse is working from the bottom.
Doyle stopping the sweep attempt from Van Der Dusse.#ES2#
Van Der Dusse kicks Doyle off and gets to his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Doyle. Van Der Dusse does a little dance to reset his feet.
Doyle lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Van Der Dusse throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Doyle cracks Van Der Dusse with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Doyle is looking to chop away at Van Der Dusse's legs.
Doyle tries to clinch there but Van Der Dusse circles away.
Van Der Dusse tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Doyle throws the kick towards the body but Van Der Dusse avoids it.
Jimmy Doyle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Doyle fails with an attempt to clinch.
Doyle throws a body shot but no joy.
Van Der Dusse looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Doyle is fending him off so far but Van Der Dusse persists. Nope, Doyle circles away and we're back to standing.
Doyle misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse swinging wildly here. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Doyle swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Van Der Dusse with the counter takedown but Doyle avoids it easily.#CL2#
Van Der Dusse pushes Doyle up against the cage in a clinch.
Doyle fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Van Der Dusse changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Doyle fights it off and pushes away nicely. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Doyle has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Van Der Dusse is working away from the top position though.
Van Der Dusse seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Doyle does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Van Der Dusse looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Doyle wants to improve his position but Van Der Dusse is controlling well.
Van Der Dusse wants to free his trapped foot but Doyle is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Van Der Dusse is keen to just control but Doyle is a slippery customer.
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 Jimmy Doyle will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Van Der Dusse looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Doyle!
Van Der Dusse throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Van Der Dusse has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Doyle wants to get back to his feet but Van Der Dusse drags him back down.
Van Der Dusse works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Van Der Dusse connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Doyle some visible discomfort.
Van Der Dusse wants to control but Doyle is keeping him busy.
Doyle takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Van Der Dusse looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Doyle is avoiding damage well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee asks Van Der Dusse politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Van Der Dusse prefers to stall for the moment though.
Van Der Dusse working the ground and pound. #T1#
Van Der Dusse sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Doyle is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Van Der Dusse scores with punches from side control.
Van Der Dusse lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Doyle down.
Van Der Dusse scores with punches from side control.
Doyle tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Van Der Dusse wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Van Der Dusse is looking to take a break and control but Doyle is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Doyle is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Van Der Dusse's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the action but Doyle is working from the bottom. #T2#
Doyle keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Doyle tries to roll over but Van Der Dusse keeps him under control.
Van Der Dusse thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Doyle's head.
Van Der Dusse scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Van Der Dusse lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Van Der Dusse working the head and body with strikes.
Doyle is not content to let Van Der Dusse control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Doyle tries to roll over but Van Der Dusse keeps him under control.
Van Der Dusse drops an elbow to the side of Doyle's head.
Van Der Dusse landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T3#
Van Der Dusse is nestled in close to Doyle, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Van Der Dusse not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Van Der Dusse working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Doyle's thigh. Doyle counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Doyle keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
Anthon Van Der Dusse has got the better of the ground game so far.
Van Der Dusse landing with the ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse postures up in Doyle's guard and throws a big left but Doyle blocks it.
Van Der Dusse with a flurry of punches that miss.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Doyle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Van Der Dusse is looking to work some ground and pound but Doyle has wrist control.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Doyle preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Doyle looking to hit a scissor sweep but Van Der Dusse is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Van Der Dusse uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Doyle.
Doyle ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Van Der Dusse moves away.
Doyle swings for the body but Van Der Dusse moves out of range. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes but missing.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of elbows.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Van Der Dusse with a flurry of punches that miss.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of elbows.
Van Der Dusse forces his way into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anthon Van Der Dusse 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Van Der Dusse doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and Doyle counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #BC2#
Van Der Dusse breaks from the clinch. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Doyle quickly recovers to half guard.
Van Der Dusse with the ground and pound but Doyle uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Van Der Dusse is looking to work some ground and pound but Doyle has wrist control.#SUB#
Doyle working for a triangle but Van Der Dusse defends it easily.
Van Der Dusse chips away with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse stopping the sweep attempt from Doyle.
Van Der Dusse working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Doyle keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T1#
Van Der Dusse is looking to work some ground and pound but Doyle has wrist control.
Van Der Dusse working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #ROC2#Doyle is rocked!
Van Der Dusse stands up over Doyle, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Oh Doyle is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Van Der Dusse content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Van Der Dusse working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse loads up on a big left hand. Doyle felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Van Der Dusse looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! Doyle can't hide his disappointment, as Van Der Dusse celebrates the victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anthon Van Der Dusse!
During a confident post fight interview, Anthon Van Der Dusse thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SMASH: Murphy vs Knox
Date: Jul 24, 2021

#R1#
Kirk slips a jab and a cross from Van Der Dusse.
Kirk seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#TD#
Kirk looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Van Der Dusse!#SUB#
Kirk is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Van Der Dusse knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Van Der Dusse is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Kirk looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kirk working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kirk tries for a kimura but Van Der Dusse is defending well.
The ground and pound from Kirk seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #SUB#
Kirk working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Van Der Dusse is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Kirk has just dragged him back down to the mat.#SUB#
Kirk goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Van Der Dusse has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Kirk but great work by Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse in side control lands a decent elbow.
Van Der Dusse looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Kirk is avoiding damage well.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position but Kirk is working away.
Van Der Dusse working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Kirk can't do much from the bottom here.
Van Der Dusse working the body and head with strikes.
You can see the frustration on Kirk's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kirk tries to improve position but can't.
Van Der Dusse works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#T2#
Van Der Dusse looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Kirk is avoiding damage well.
Van Der Dusse throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Kirk works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kirk is looking to escape.
Kirk is looking to control Van Der Dusse's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kirk avoid being mounted?
Kirk is pressing down on Van Der Dusse's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Van Der Dusse working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kirk's head.
Van Der Dusse postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kirk has his hands on Van Der Dusse's head, controlling the position.
Kirk wants to sweep but no luck.
Van Der Dusse is working Kirk over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kirk working a defensive guard here.
Kirk 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.#T3#
Van Der Dusse sitting in guard here, content to control.
Van Der Dusse postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kirk is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Van Der Dusse avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Kirk is working from the bottom.
Kirk controlling Van Der Dusse's posture.
Van Der Dusse stopping the sweep attempt from Kirk.
Van Der Dusse postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Kirk is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kirk is looking to stand up but Van Der Dusse isn't so interested in that idea.
Kirk is adopting a defensive guard.
Van Der Dusse loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Van Der Dusse prevents Kirk from getting back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Kirk is staying active underneath Van Der Dusse, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kirk is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Van Der Dusse wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kirk keeps working.
Kirk wants to control but Van Der Dusse is keeping busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anthon Van Der Dusse dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL#
Kirk has taken the fight to the clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Kirk tries a body shot but Van Der Dusse blocks it.
Kirk scores with a shoulder strike.
A shot in the inside from Kirk.
Van Der Dusse blocks an elbow strike.
Kirk tries to stall but Van Der Dusse uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Van Der Dusse drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kirk lands a shoulder strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kirk scores with a shoulder strike.
Kirk tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Der Dusse's elbow.
Nice body punch from Kirk - that landed with a thud.
Van Der Dusse struggles to land a body shot inside as Kirk controls his hands.
Kirk goes for a takedown in the clinch but Van Der Dusse prevents it. #T1#
Kirk gets underhooks to prevent Van Der Dusse's takedown attempt.
Van Der Dusse lands a body shot.
Kirk doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kirk tries a body shot but Van Der Dusse blocks it.
A hook to the body from Van Der Dusse.
Kirk trying to stall but Van Der Dusse improves his position.
Van Der Dusse tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kirk misses with an elbow over the top.#TD#
Kirk pulls Van Der Dusse into guard.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Van Der Dusse working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kirk preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Van Der Dusse trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Van Der Dusse looking to pass the guard.
Kirk looking for a sweep. Not yet Kirk, not yet.
Van Der Dusse is looking to work some ground and pound but Kirk has wrist control.#T2##SUB#
Kirk pushes a forearm under Van Der Dusse's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Van Der Dusse is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gilmat Kirk!
A very excited looking Gilmat Kirk 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: SMASH: Delsarte vs Kapisi
Date: Jul 03, 2021

#R1#
Van Der Dusse shoots in looking for a takedown but Cassino manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Van Der Dusse's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Cassino fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Van Der Dusse looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Cassino connects with a nice looking jab.
Van Der Dusse checks a leg kick.
Cassino throws a nice inside leg kick.
Cassino motions for Van Der Dusse to come forward. Cassino throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Van Der Dusse checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Cassino lands with a nice body punch.
Jab by Cassino.
Van Der Dusse blocks a jab.
Cassino throws a predictable looking body shot
and Van Der Dusse counters with a nice uppercut.
Cassino has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Van Der Dusse finds it's way round the side to connect with Cassino's head.
Cassino lands a head shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cassino scores with a body shot.
Cassino scores with a shot to the body.
Good exchange - Cassino coming out on top.
Cassino with a jab.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Cassino not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Cassino has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T1#
Van Der Dusse postures up in Cassino's guard and throws a big left but Cassino blocks it.
Van Der Dusse with a flurry of punches that miss.
Cassino bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Van Der Dusse's guard. #REVR#
Van Der Dusse lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Cassino keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
Van Der Dusse stopping the sweep attempt from Cassino.
Van Der Dusse scoring with punches to the head and body.
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but Cassino keeps moving.
Cassino trying to control the position. #T2#
Van Der Dusse working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Cassino holds on and takes a little breather.
Van Der Dusse preventing the sweep.
Van Der Dusse landing some decent shots from guard.
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes but missing.
Cassino looking to hit a scissor sweep but Van Der Dusse is one step ahead there.
Van Der Dusse looking to pass the guard.
Van Der Dusse must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T3#
Van Der Dusse sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Van Der Dusse working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Cassino is trying to control the position but Van Der Dusse postures up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Van Der Dusse tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Cassino swivels and escapes.
Cassino throws out a leg kick but Van Der Dusse moves out of range and Cassino only half commits.
As Cassino backs off Van Der Dusse throws a huge counter combo but Cassino manages to avoid it all.
Cassino is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse misses with a takedown attempt - Cassino sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Monte Cassino has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.
Cassino misses the shot to the body.
Cassino scores with a jab. Van Der Dusse acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Van Der Dusse looks for a takedown but Cassino sprawls well.
Cassino looks to land a right hand but Van Der Dusse moved out of range.
Cassino chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T4#
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Van Der Dusse checks a low kick from Cassino.
Cassino scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Cassino swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Van Der Dusse takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cassino stuffs the takedown.
Cassino tried to score with a low kick but Van Der Dusse checks it.
Van Der Dusse moves forwards but Cassino connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Monte Cassino is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cassino looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Van Der Dusse blocks the body kick.
Van Der Dusse misses with a double jab.
Van Der Dusse misses with a takedown
and Cassino connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Van Der Dusse throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Van Der Dusse misses with a takedown attempt
and Cassino counters with a nice body shot.
Cassino swings away with a leg kick that misses.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.

Cassino explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Cassino is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Van Der Dusse moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Monte Cassino 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#
Cassino fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Van Der Dusse has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Cassino moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Van Der Dusse takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Van Der Dusse moves out of range of the strikes.
Cassino throws a leg kick
and Van Der Dusse cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Van Der Dusse checks a low kick from Cassino.
Van Der Dusse is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Cassino misses the shot to the body.
Van Der Dusse misses with a two punch combination.
Cassino avoids a punch combination nicely.
Van Der Dusse takes a kick to the side of the head.
A chopping leg kick lands by Cassino.
Cassino displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Van Der Dusse.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Cassino.
Cassino thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cassino scores with a nice right hand. #T1#
Van Der Dusse tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Cassino moves in looking to clinch but Van Der Dusse pushes him off.
Monte Cassino is winning the standup battle so far.
Cassino thumps Van Der Dusse with a low kick.
Anthon Van Der Dusse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Van Der Dusse has his takedown stuffed
and Cassino counters with a low kick, right behind Van Der Dusse 's knee.
Cassino fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Van Der Dusse.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse.
Monte Cassino has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Cassino thuds his shin into the meat of Van Der Dusse's side.
Cassino lands a leg kick that knocks Van Der Dusse off balance momentarily.
Cassino tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Van Der Dusse paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Van Der Dusse takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Van Der Dusse slips a jab from Cassino.#CL#
Cassino has taken the fight to the clinch.
Cassino misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cassino lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cassino stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T2#
Van Der Dusse has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Cassino avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Van Der Dusse is trying to drag Cassino to the mat but Cassino just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Cassino gets underhooks to prevent Van Der Dusse's takedown attempt.
Cassino misses with a short punch on the inside.
Van Der Dusse blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Van Der Dusse.
Cassino has a couple of punches blocked by Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Cassino avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Cassino misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cassino lands a hook to the side of the head.
Van Der Dusse lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Cassino backwards.
Cassino goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Cassino is working Van Der Dusse over against the cage.
Van Der Dusse is breathing heavily.
Cassino lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A nice left hand lands by Cassino.
Cassino digs a right hand underneath Van Der Dusse's ribcage. Van Der Dusse let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Cassino lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Van Der Dusse backwards.
Cassino is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Van Der Dusse can do to turn this around?#T3#
Cassino can't find room to land a body shot as Van Der Dusse controls the action.
Van Der Dusse is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Cassino is defending well.
Cassino lands a nice shot to the body.
Van Der Dusse tries for a takedown but Cassino manages to get underhooks.
A short right from Cassino on the inside.
Cassino swings wildly with an uppercut but Van Der Dusse uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cassino lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Van Der Dusse backwards.
A short uppercut from Cassino.
Cassino throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Van Der Dusses head.
Van Der Dusse's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Cassino lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Van Der Dusse goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cassino prevents it.
Cassino digs a right hand into Van Der Dusse's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Van Der Dusse's gas tank.
A short right from Cassino.
A nice left hand lands by Cassino.
Cassino lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Van Der Dusse.
Cassino digs a right hand into Van Der Dusse's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Van Der Dusse's gas tank. #T4#
Cassino pushes Van Der Dusse back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Cassino.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Van Der Dusse.
Cassino goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Van Der Dusse is trying to drag Cassino to the mat but Cassino just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Cassino lands a left hand that snaps the head of Van Der Dusse backwards.
Cassino lands with a left to the head.
Van Der Dusse is looking to break free of the clinch but Cassino has double underhooks.
Cassino working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Van Der Dusse blocks an uppercut.
Cassino lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Cassino lands a shoulder strike.
Van Der Dusse struggles to land a body shot inside as Cassino controls his hands.
Cassino lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice body punch from Cassino.
Cassino works on Van Der Dusse's body with a couple of short punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Monte Cassino dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Van Der Dusse 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.
Van Der Dusse shoots for a double leg takedown but Cassino sprawls well. He's pushed Van Der Dusse's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Cassino fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Van Der Dusse checks it well.
Cassino bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Van Der Dusse's head.
Cassino changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Van Der Dusse shoots in but Cassino avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Cassino throws the left hand but Van Der Dusse avoids the punch easily.
Van Der Dusse changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Cassino throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Anthon Van Der Dusse is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Van Der Dusse takes one to the side of the head.
Van Der Dusse walks into a left hand.
Cassino with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Van Der Dusse moves out of range of the body kick.
Cassino moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Cassino darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cassino stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Cassino as he jumps to the side.
Monte Cassino has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown but Cassino shows good takedown defense. #T1#
Van Der Dusse lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Van Der Dusse takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Cassino throws a body punch but Van Der Dusse moves out of range.
Cassino lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Van Der Dusse shoots in and drives through. Cassino sprawls well.
Cassino connects with a single shot there.
Van Der Dusse shoots for a double leg takedown but Cassino sprawls well. He's pushed Van Der Dusse's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Cassino was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Van Der Dusse has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Cassino lands with a thumping leg kick.
Cassino lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Van Der Dusse has a takedown stuffed.
Cassino works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Cassino throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Van Der Dusse on the side of the head.
Van Der Dusse doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Cassino counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Van Der Dusse stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Cassino.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Cassino napping and manages to drive through into side control!

Cassino throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!#T2#
Cassino misses with a body shot.
Cassino with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Van Der Dusse uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cassino.
Van Der Dusse tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Cassino swivels and escapes.
Cassino scoring well with a low kick there.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse is defended easily by Cassino.
Cassino lands with a thumping leg kick.
Van Der Dusse tries to clinch up.
Van Der Dusse has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Van Der Dusse there as he acknowledges the shot.
Cassino tries to clinch up but Van Der Dusse circles away and keeps his distance.
Van Der Dusse throws a nice looking combination but Cassino bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Cassino misses with a straight right.
Van Der Dusse fails with a takedown attempt. #T3#
Van Der Dusse gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Cassino fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Van Der Dusse has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Van Der Dusse fails with the takedown
and Van Der Dusse takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cassino lands a body shot.
Van Der Dusse throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Cassino's waist but Cassino gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Van Der Dusse off to one side.
Monte Cassino is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Cassino scores with a leg kick.
Van Der Dusse throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Cassino's waist but Cassino gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Van Der Dusse off to one side.
Cassino throwing a counter right hand but Van Der Dusse manages to avoid it.
Van Der Dusse wants to clinch.
Cassino fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A good leg kick by Cassino. #T4#
Van Der Dusse falls off balance throwing a combination
and Cassino cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cassino scores with a sloppy right hand. Van Der Dusse should have avoided that one.
Cassino misses with a head kick.
Anthon Van Der Dusse has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Van Der Dusse throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Cassino's waist but Cassino gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Van Der Dusse off to one side.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Van Der Dusse throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Cassino counters with a nice low kick that buckles Van Der Dusse's knee momentarily.
Van Der Dusse shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Cassino counters with an inside leg kick. #CL2#
Cassino tries to keep at a distance but Van Der Dusse has taken the fight into the clinch.
Cassino lands a body punch in the clinch.
Cassino prevents a body shot from Van Der Dusse.
A right hand to the body from Cassino.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cassino swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Cassino.
Cassino swings wildly with an uppercut but Van Der Dusse uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cassino lands a body shot in the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Monte Cassino showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Cassino 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 30:26
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Monte Cassino!
Monte Cassino was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: SMASH:7.5
Date: Jun 26, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Van Der Dusse looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
De Oliveira wants to control but Van Der Dusse is keeping busy.
Van Der Dusse is nestled in close to De Oliveira, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
De Oliveira slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
De Oliveira is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Van Der Dusse avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Van Der Dusse landing with the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse stands up over De Oliveira, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB#
De Oliveira has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Van Der Dusse can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but De Oliveira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Van Der Dusse is looking to work some ground and pound but De Oliveira has wrist control.#SUB#
De Oliveira is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
De Oliveira throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Van Der Dusse working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of De Oliveira's head.#SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Van Der Dusse trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Van Der Dusse makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB#
De Oliveira throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Van Der Dusse distracts De Oliveira with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
De Oliveira looking to control. #SUB#
De Oliveira escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Van Der Dusse gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
De Oliveira is trying to control the position but Van Der Dusse postures up. #T2##SUB#
De Oliveira has his foot on Van Der Dusse's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Van Der Dusse works his way back into a safe position though.
Van Der Dusse works over De Oliveira with some ground and pound from guard.
De Oliveira pulls Van Der Dusse in close to prevent any damage.
Van Der Dusse working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse landing with the ground and pound. #SUB#
De Oliveira looking for a guillotine here but Van Der Dusse defends easily. #SUB#
Van Der Dusse avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
De Oliveira working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Van Der Dusse doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Van Der Dusse manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Van Der Dusse advances to half guard.
De Oliveira is staying active underneath Van Der Dusse, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T3##SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
De Oliveira works his way to full guard. Good work.
Van Der Dusse landing with the ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse advances to half guard. #SUB#
De Oliveira actively working from the bottom here.
Van Der Dusse is nestled in close to De Oliveira, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Van Der Dusse lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
De Oliveira has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Van Der Dusse is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
De Oliveira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Van Der Dusse pulls his head out easily.
Van Der Dusse seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but De Oliveira does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
De Oliveira looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
De Oliveira on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Nice strikes from Van Der Dusse there.
Van Der Dusse scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Van Der Dusse lands with a punch from half guard.
Van Der Dusse is looking to take a break and control but De Oliveira is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ground and pound from Van Der Dusse.
De Oliveira is trying to maintain the position but Van Der Dusse is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions off his back.
Van Der Dusse is nestled in close to De Oliveira, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions off his back.
Van Der Dusse lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Van Der Dusse lands strikes from half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anthon Van Der Dusse dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD2#
Van Der Dusse darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Van Der Dusse scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
De Oliveira is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
De Oliveira looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Van Der Dusse has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
De Oliveira looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse slips a nice elbow through De Oliveira's hands, connecting with De Oliveira's forehead.
De Oliveira gets full guard.
Van Der Dusse scoring with some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but De Oliveira keeps moving. #T1#
De Oliveira can't keep his opponent in guard - Van Der Dusse advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
De Oliveira is looking to control Van Der Dusse's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can De Oliveira avoid being mounted?
Van Der Dusse slips a nice elbow through De Oliveira's hands, connecting with De Oliveira's forehead.
De Oliveira is looking to improve his position.
Van Der Dusse working over De Oliveira with some ground and pound. De Oliveira looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Van Der Dusse slips a nice elbow through De Oliveira's hands, connecting with De Oliveira's forehead.#SUB#
De Oliveira actively working from the bottom here.
Van Der Dusse wants to take a breather but De Oliveira is having none of it. #SUB#
De Oliveira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Van Der Dusse pulls his head out easily.
De Oliveira is not content to let Van Der Dusse control the position.
De Oliveira gets full guard.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T2#
Van Der Dusse wants to pass the guard but De Oliveira is keeping the position.
Van Der Dusse cracks De Oliveira with a solid left hand.#SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Van Der Dusse is in close to De Oliveira's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of elbows.
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but De Oliveira keeps moving. #SUB#
De Oliveira had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Van Der Dusse defends it easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB#
De Oliveira working for a triangle but Van Der Dusse defends it easily.
Van Der Dusse landing some decent shots from guard.
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but De Oliveira keeps moving. #T3#
Van Der Dusse stands up over De Oliveira, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Van Der Dusse with a nice head shot there.
Van Der Dusse must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
De Oliveira working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Van Der Dusse doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Van Der Dusse manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
De Oliveira throws his legs up looking for a submission but Van Der Dusse uses it to pass to side control.
Van Der Dusse scores with a couple of short elbows.
Van Der Dusse lands an elbow.
Van Der Dusse landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
De Oliveira is trying to improve his position.
De Oliveira on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Anthon Van Der Dusse has got the better of the ground game so far.
De Oliveira is trying to improve his position.
Van Der Dusse working the head and body with strikes. #T4#
De Oliveira is looking for a sweep.
De Oliveira manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
De Oliveira wants to improve his position but Van Der Dusse is controlling well.
Nice strikes from Van Der Dusse there. #ROC2#De Oliveira is rocked!
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. Van Der Dusse connects with a nice short shot to De Oliveira's temple.
Oh De Oliveira is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Van Der Dusse drops an elbow to the side of De Oliveira's head.
De Oliveira is not content to let Van Der Dusse control the position.#SUB#
De Oliveira looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Van Der Dusse working over De Oliveira with some ground and pound. De Oliveira looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Ground and pound from Van Der Dusse.
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!
Ground and pound from Van Der Dusse.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anthon Van Der Dusse 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. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3##TD2#
Van Der Dusse drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
De Oliveira seems to have got his legs back now.
De Oliveira sneaks back into half guard.
De Oliveira is not content to let Van Der Dusse control the position.#SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
De Oliveira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Van Der Dusse pulls his head out easily.
Van Der Dusse works his way into full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Oliveira is desperately trying to improve his position but Van Der Dusse has a good base and remains in mount.
De Oliveira wants to control but Van Der Dusse is having none of it.
De Oliveira can't escape the position.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
De Oliveira tries to hold on but Van Der Dusse pushes him away. #T1#
Van Der Dusse landing strikes, looking to finish!
Van Der Dusse landing strikes from the mount and De Oliveira is in trouble!
Van Der Dusse looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
De Oliveira is in a horrible position here. Van Der Dusse smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
De Oliveira can't escape the position.
Van Der Dusse looking to finish here with some ground and pound. He lands one big shot that has De Oliveira covering up... and two more big strikes land, forcing the referee to step in and put and end to proceedings! This fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anthon Van Der Dusse!
A very excited looking Anthon Van Der Dusse 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: SMASH: Murphy vs Rossiter
Date: Jun 12, 2021

#R1#
Doyle stuffs the takedown.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A solid leg kick lands there for Doyle.
Doyle throws a one two combo.
Van Der Dusse avoids the body shot from Doyle. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Doyle to the mat! Doyle manages to get full guard.
Doyle avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Doyle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Doyle working for a triangle but Van Der Dusse defends it easily. #SUB#
Doyle is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Doyle keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
Doyle is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T1#
Van Der Dusse in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Van Der Dusse working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Doyle tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Doyle avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Doyle looking to hit a scissor sweep but Van Der Dusse is one step ahead there.
Van Der Dusse postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Van Der Dusse loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of digs.
Doyle keeping full guard, as Van Der Dusse tries to pass.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Doyle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Doyle is looking for a triangle but Van Der Dusse pushes his legs off easily.
Doyle can't keep his opponent in guard - Van Der Dusse advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Van Der Dusse missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Van Der Dusse throws a strike but Doyle avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Doyle preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Van Der Dusse trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Doyle is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Van Der Dusse keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Doyle's head.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Doyle is working from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Doyle works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Doyle is working from the bottom.
Doyle wants to sweep here but Van Der Dusse controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Doyle looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Doyle manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Van Der Dusse manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Doyle is fighting to break Van Der Dusse's control of his arms but Van Der Dusse is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Van Der Dusse is looking to sweep but instead, Doyle has passed into half guard.
Van Der Dusse is trying to stand up here but Doyle is controlling him well. #T4#
Van Der Dusse holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Doyle content to control rather than advance.
Van Der Dusse wants to get back to his feet.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Van Der Dusse lands a jab-cross combination.
Van Der Dusse shoots in and drives through. Doyle sprawls well.
Van Der Dusse fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Doyle avoids it really well and circles away.
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 Jimmy Doyle will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Doyle swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Doyle lets loose with a powerful body kick. Van Der Dusse will feel that in the morning.
Van Der Dusse slips under a jab.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse shoots in and bounces Doyle off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Doyle controls Van Der Dusse momentarily but Van Der Dusse frees himself. #SUB#
Doyle working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Van Der Dusse doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Van Der Dusse manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Doyle utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doyle tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Van Der Dusse content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Doyle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Van Der Dusse with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
Van Der Dusse passes Doyle's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Van Der Dusse throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Van Der Dusse seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Doyle is trying to maintain the position but Van Der Dusse is very close to passing his half guard.
Van Der Dusse is just content to waste time from the top position. Doyle takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Van Der Dusse is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Doyle is working from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Doyle works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Doyle is looking for a triangle but Van Der Dusse pushes his legs off easily. #T2#
Doyle has momentary wrist control but Van Der Dusse slips an elbow through the middle.
Doyle can't keep his opponent in guard - Van Der Dusse advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Van Der Dusse seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Van Der Dusse lands with a punch from half guard.
Van Der Dusse missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Van Der Dusse is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Doyle trying to control here.
Van Der Dusse lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Van Der Dusse is trying to control. Doyle wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3##SUB#
Doyle is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Van Der Dusse pulls his head out easily.
Van Der Dusse is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Van Der Dusse is looking to take a break and control but Doyle is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Doyle wants to control but Van Der Dusse is keeping busy.
Van Der Dusse content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Doyle taking some punishment here, with Van Der Dusse in his half guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Van Der Dusse throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Doyle has hold of Van Der Dusse's hands but Van Der Dusse slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Van Der Dusse looks to land a strike but Doyle avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Van Der Dusse has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Doyle wants to sweep but no luck.
Van Der Dusse passes Doyle's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Van Der Dusse lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Van Der Dusse throwing shots but Doyle is blocking nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Van Der Dusse missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Doyle wants to control but Van Der Dusse is keeping busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anthon Van Der Dusse showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Van Der Dusse staying out of range there.
Doyle thows a left - swing and a miss!
Van Der Dusse uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Doyle. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Doyle enables Van Der Dusse to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Doyle manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but Doyle keeps moving.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Van Der Dusse's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Doyle looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Van Der Dusse is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Doyle 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##T1##ES2#
Van Der Dusse manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Doyle keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Van Der Dusse manages to end up in side control.
Doyle tries to improve position but can't.
Van Der Dusse working the ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse working the head and body with strikes.
Van Der Dusse throws an elbow but Doyle slips to the side and avoids it well.
Van Der Dusse working the strikes but Doyle uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Van Der Dusse is looking to take a break and control but Doyle is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse is nestled in close to Doyle, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Van Der Dusse is keen to just control but Doyle is a slippery customer.
Doyle has a hand on Van Der Dusse's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Van Der Dusse takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Doyle taking shots to the head.
Van Der Dusse punishing his opponent with strikes. #ROC2#Doyle is rocked!
Van Der Dusse unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Doyle wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Van Der Dusse celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anthon Van Der Dusse!
During a confident post fight interview, Anthon Van Der Dusse thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SMASH: Steel vs Delsarte
Date: Jun 05, 2021

#R1#
De Oliveira circles away from the clinch attempt#TD#
and De Oliveira decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Van Der Dusse's guard.
De Oliveira stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Van Der Dusse swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Van Der Dusse is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
De Oliveira postures up in Van Der Dusse's guard and throws a big left but Van Der Dusse blocks it.
De Oliveira looking to pass the guard.
Van Der Dusse wants to stand up but De Oliveira is controlling him.
De Oliveira looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Oliveira advances position into side control!
Van Der Dusse prevents De Oliveira from moving into mount.
Van Der Dusse managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by De Oliveira. #T1#
Van Der Dusse wants to get back to his feet but De Oliveira drags him back down.
Van Der Dusse tries to buck De Oliveira off but De Oliveira is having none of it.
De Oliveira is looking to take a break and control but Van Der Dusse is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
De Oliveira swings around for an armbar but Van Der Dusse sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into De Oliveira's guard.#SUB#
De Oliveira is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
De Oliveira seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Van Der Dusse avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Van Der Dusse is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but De Oliveira keeps moving. #T2#
Van Der Dusse's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
De Oliveira throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
De Oliveira throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
De Oliveira looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Van Der Dusse is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
De Oliveira working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Van Der Dusse doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Van Der Dusse manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Van Der Dusse landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB#
De Oliveira is looking for a triangle but Van Der Dusse pushes his legs off easily.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but De Oliveira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Van Der Dusse cracks De Oliveira with a solid left hand.#SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3#
Van Der Dusse stands up over De Oliveira, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB#
De Oliveira isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Van Der Dusse stacks De Oliveira on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Van Der Dusse!
Van Der Dusse wants to control but De Oliveira is keeping him busy.
Van Der Dusse connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused De Oliveira some visible discomfort.
Van Der Dusse in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
De Oliveira is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Van Der Dusse scores with punches from side control.
De Oliveira is trying to improve his position.
Van Der Dusse working the ground and pound from side control.
De Oliveira is trying to get back to half guard.
Van Der Dusse is looking to take a break and control but De Oliveira is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #T4#
De Oliveira can't do much from the bottom here.
De Oliveira is looking to regain half guard here but Van Der Dusse keeps moving and retains side control.
Van Der Dusse lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
De Oliveira is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
De Oliveira is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
De Oliveira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Van Der Dusse pulls his head out easily.
Van Der Dusse is looking to take a break and control but De Oliveira is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Van Der Dusse looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
De Oliveira trying to control but Van Der Dusse postures up.
Van Der Dusse prevents De Oliveira from improving his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Anthon Van Der Dusse will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Van Der Dusse shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in De Oliveira's guard.#SUB#
De Oliveira is looking to cinch up a triangle. Van Der Dusse throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to De Oliveira's body to avoid the submission. De Oliveira has instead reached around Van Der Dusse's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! De Oliveira arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Florisvaldo De Oliveira!
Florisvaldo De Oliveira was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: SMASH: Nimoy vs Hazlehurst
Date: May 22, 2021

#R1#
Rbn scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Van Der Dusse uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rbn.
Van Der Dusse tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and clinches up with Rbn, looking for a takedown. Van Der Dusse pushes Rbn against the cage but Rbn circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Rbn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Van Der Dusse was well out of range. Poor timing from Rbn.#CL#
Rbn moves into the clinch successfully. #TD#
Rbn has clasped his hands together around Van Der Dusse's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The strikes coming from Rbn are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Rbn tries to score with some ground and pound. Van Der Dusse controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Rbn misses with the ground and pound.
Rbn misses with the ground and pound.
Rbn tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rbn creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Van Der Dusse sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Van Der Dusse gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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. Rbn connects with a nice short shot to Van Der Dusse's temple.
Van Der Dusse has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rbn is working away from the top position though.
Van Der Dusse wants to get back to his feet.
Rbn not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Rbn not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T1#
Rbn throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Van Der Dusse wants to control but Rbn is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Rbn throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Rbn is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Rbn throwing shots but Van Der Dusse is blocking nicely.
Rbn not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Rbn misses with a head shot. Van Der Dusse uses the momentum to regain guard.
Rbn throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Van Der Dusse works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Rbn works over Van Der Dusse with some ground and pound from guard.
Rbn content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Rbn throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Van Der Dusse is adopting a defensive guard.#ES2#
Van Der Dusse uses the cage to get back to his feet. #T2#
Van Der Dusse slips a straight right by Rbn.
Van Der Dusse looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD#
Rbn scores with a takedown into Van Der Dusse's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rbn in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Rbn being controlled here momentarily.
Rbn postures up and lands a big shot to Van Der Dusse's brow.
Van Der Dusse bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rbn's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Van Der Dusse avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Rbn working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Van Der Dusse doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Van Der Dusse manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Rbn is working from the bottom. #T3#
Van Der Dusse won't allow Rbn to sweep him here.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Van Der Dusse got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rbn has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Van Der Dusse has managed to get both his arms back between Rbn's legs - danger averted.
Van Der Dusse is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Rbn is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Van Der Dusse slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Rbn working for a triangle but Van Der Dusse defends it easily. #SUB#
Van Der Dusse avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Rbn is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Van Der Dusse is aware though and is defending well.
Rbn 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.
Van Der Dusse connects with a couple of short punches.#T4##SUB#
Rbn is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Rbn looking for a guillotine here but Van Der Dusse defends easily.
Van Der Dusse stopping the sweep attempt from Rbn.
Van Der Dusse working some strikes from top position.
Van Der Dusse looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Rbn throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Van Der Dusse avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Rbn looking for a sweep. Not yet Rbn, not yet. #SUB#
Rbn is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Rbn is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Van Der Dusse defends well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

John Rbn dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Rbn looks to land a combination but Van Der Dusse avoids it well.
Rbn throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Van Der Dusse sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Van Der Dusse changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Rbn did well to prevent Van Der Dusse getting side control.
John Rbn overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Van Der Dusse prevents Rbn from improving his position.#SUB#
Rbn looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Rbn is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Van Der Dusse pulls his head out easily.
Van Der Dusse trying to pass the guard but Rbn defending well.
Van Der Dusse scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Rbn gets full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Van Der Dusse controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Rbn is looking for a triangle but Van Der Dusse pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Rbn has his foot on Van Der Dusse's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Van Der Dusse works his way back into a safe position though.#T1#
Van Der Dusse is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Rbn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse connects with a couple of short punches.
Rbn seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Van Der Dusse postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB#
Rbn is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Rbn throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB#
Rbn is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Van Der Dusse defends well.
Van Der Dusse is in close to Rbn's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Van Der Dusse working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but Rbn keeps moving. #SUB#
Van Der Dusse got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rbn has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Van Der Dusse has managed to get both his arms back between Rbn's legs - danger averted.
Van Der Dusse content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T2#
Van Der Dusse is working Rbn over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB#
Rbn has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Van Der Dusse can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Van Der Dusse got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rbn has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Van Der Dusse has managed to get both his arms back between Rbn's legs - danger averted.
Van Der Dusse cracks Rbn with a solid left hand.
Van Der Dusse is working Rbn over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB#
Van Der Dusse got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rbn has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Van Der Dusse has managed to get both his arms back between Rbn's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Van Der Dusse avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Van Der Dusse works over Rbn with some ground and pound from guard.
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but Rbn keeps moving.
Van Der Dusse wants to pass the guard but Rbn is keeping the position.#T3#
Rbn wants to sweep here but Van Der Dusse controlling him for the moment.
Van Der Dusse keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Rbn's head.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Rbn is working from the bottom.
Rbn wants to sweep but no luck.
Van Der Dusse showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Van Der Dusse's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Rbn looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Van Der Dusse is posturing up here but Rbn has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Van Der Dusse tries to roll out but it's too tight and Van Der Dusse has to tap! Slick submission there by Rbn!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). John Rbn!
An out of breath John Rbn thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 11, 2021

#R1#
Decent striking displayed by Giroud there.
Giroud jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Van Der Dusse attempts a counter takedown but Giroud avoids it well and moves away.
Van Der Dusse staying out of range there.
A swing and a miss from Giroud.
Giroud misses with a looping right.
Giroud tries to work over Van Der Dusse's front leg with a kick but Van Der Dusse checks it.
Giroud waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Van Der Dusse.
Giroud goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Giroud throws a series of strikes that have Van Der Dusse backpedaling. #ROC2#Van Der Dusse is rocked!
Van Der Dusse leaves his chin hanging out and Giroud seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Van Der Dusse crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bastien Giroud!
After the fight, Bastien Giroud was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: Madness Insanity Vol 12
Date: Apr 07, 2021

#R1#
Van Der Dusse looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Prophet swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Prophet dips to his left and cracks Van Der Dusse with an uppercut!
Prophet throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Van Der Dusse dives in for a single leg takedown but Prophet sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Prophet is looking to counter punch.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Prophet looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Van Der Dusse has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Official UFC Performance Institute Training Center. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
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.
Van Der Dusse lands an elbow.
Van Der Dusse sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Prophet is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Prophet is trying to improve his position.
Van Der Dusse wants to control but Prophet is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Van Der Dusse goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Prophet rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Van Der Dusse's guard! Nice work there by Prophet!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Van Der Dusse has control of Prophet's left arm, preventing Prophet from doing any damage. #T1#
Prophet slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Van Der Dusse keeping moving, preventing Prophet from controlling successfully.
Prophet is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Prophet looking to pass the guard. #ES2#
Van Der Dusse has his feet on Prophet's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #CL#
Prophet rushes Van Der Dusse and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Prophet lands a left hand that snaps the head of Van Der Dusse backwards.
Prophet prevents a takedown attempt there.
The Prophet has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.#T2#
Prophet lands a hook to the side of the head.
Van Der Dusse tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Prophet's elbow.
Prophet lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Prophet prevents the takedown attempt. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Prophet regains guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Van Der Dusse trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Prophet looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Van Der Dusse looking to sit in guard and control but Prophet gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Prophet trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Der Dusse is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Prophet controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Van Der Dusse is pulling down on Prophet's head. It's preventing any offense from Prophet, at least for the moment.#T3#
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position.
Prophet tries to free his leg and advance position but Van Der Dusse is retaining full guard.
Prophet 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.
Prophet wants to control from the top but Van Der Dusse keeps moving.
Prophet stops Van Der Dusse from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#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.
Van Der Dusse fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Anthon Van Der Dusse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Prophet tries to clinch but Van Der Dusse moves out of range.
Prophet defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse.
A little feinted left hand from Prophet on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nice sprawl there from Prophet as Van Der Dusse shoots in.
Prophet is looking to counter punch.
Prophet takes one to the side of the head.
Nice defenses there by Van Der Dusse.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse feints and as Prophet raises his hands in defense, Van Der Dusse changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Prophet is pulling down on Van Der Dusse's head. It's preventing any offense from Van Der Dusse, at least for the moment.
Van Der Dusse working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Van Der Dusse looking to sit in guard and control but Prophet gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Prophet has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position here.
Prophet is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

The Prophet dominated that round.
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#
Prophet looks to land a left hand but Van Der Dusse moved out of range nicely.
Prophet throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Prophet throws a lazy right hand but Van Der Dusse sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Anthon Van Der Dusse is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Van Der Dusse needs to keep his hands up - Prophet had a free shot at his head there.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse drives through with a takedown into Prophet's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.

Prophet has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Van Der Dusse off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Prophet dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Prophet stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Prophet lands the left hand.
The Prophet is winning the standup battle so far.#TD2#
Prophet gets caught flat footed, as Van Der Dusse shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Prophet is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Van Der Dusse can do to turn this around?
Prophet wants to stand up but Van Der Dusse is controlling him.
Van Der Dusse loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Prophet is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anthon Van Der Dusse has got the better of the ground game so far.
Van Der Dusse loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Van Der Dusse keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Prophet's head.
Prophet 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#
Prophet wants to free his trapped foot but Van Der Dusse is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Prophet sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Prophet trying to pass the guard but Van Der Dusse defending well.
Van Der Dusse pushes Prophet off looking to stand but Prophet dives back in and keeps control. #T2#
Prophet wants to stand up but Van Der Dusse manages to regain full guard.
Prophet is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Prophet trying to control but Van Der Dusse is working from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Prophet trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Van Der Dusse 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.
Prophet is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Prophet misses with a few strikes there.
Van Der Dusse has a takedown stuffed.
It looked like Prophet wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Prophet moves in looking to clinch but Van Der Dusse pushes him off.
Prophet misses with a hook. Van Der Dusse ducked under it nicely.
Van Der Dusse tries to clinch but Prophet moves away
and Prophet counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The Prophet is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Van Der Dusse defending well as Prophet loads up on a big left hand.
Prophet is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Prophet just misses with a punch to the body.
Van Der Dusse blocks a jab.
Prophet misses with an uppercut. Van Der Dusse saw that one coming.
Prophet is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Prophet throws a jab when Van Der Dusse was well out of range.
Van Der Dusse dives in for a single leg takedown but Prophet sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
The Prophet has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Prophet enables Van Der Dusse to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Prophet manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Prophet wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
Van Der Dusse trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Prophet keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
Prophet working a defensive guard here.
Prophet wants to sweep but no luck.
Prophet preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Van Der Dusse working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Prophet is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Van Der Dusse misses with the combination.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Van Der Dusse shoots for a double leg takedown but Prophet sprawls well. He's pushed Van Der Dusse's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Prophet stuffs the takedown.
Van Der Dusse is breathing heavily.#CL#
Prophet darts in and clinches Van Der Dusse up against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

The Prophet dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Prophet throws a body punch but Van Der Dusse moves out of range.
Van Der Dusse shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Prophet defends it nicely.
Prophet wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Jab, jab by Prophet - just one landing.
Van Der Dusse is trying hard to land a takedown here. Prophet sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Prophet was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Prophet works the jab nicely.
Prophet pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Van Der Dusse takes one to the chin there.
Van Der Dusse shoots for a takedown but Prophet saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
The Prophet has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.
Prophet lands with an overhand left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Prophet wants to improve his position but Van Der Dusse is controlling well. #T1#
Van Der Dusse misses with a head shot. Prophet uses the momentum to regain guard.
Van Der Dusse postures up.
Van Der Dusse makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Van Der Dusse postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Van Der Dusse accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Prophet pulls Van Der Dusse in to control the position.
Van Der Dusse postures up in Prophet's guard and throws a big left but Prophet blocks it.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Prophet is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Prophet misses with a straight right.
A swing and a miss from Prophet.
Van Der Dusse takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Van Der Dusse shoots in looking for a takedown. Prophet tries to sprawl out of it but Van Der Dusse keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Prophet manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL#
Prophet has managed to clinch.
Prophet stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Van Der Dusse wants to take the fight to the mat but Prophet manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Prophet throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Van Der Dusses head.
Van Der Dusse takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Van Der Dusse tries for a takedown. No joy.
Prophet working aggressively here.
Prophet tries to work over Van Der Dusse's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Prophet fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Van Der Dusse blocks a body shot from Prophet.
Prophet misses with a hook from the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Prophet.
Prophet fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Prophet misses with some punches.
The Prophet is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Van Der Dusse has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Prophet avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Van Der Dusse changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Prophet fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Prophet lands with an overhand left.
Van Der Dusse throws a left and a right that both miss
and Prophet cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Van Der Dusse takes one to the side of the head.
Prophet circles away from the clinch attempt.
Van Der Dusse keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Prophet.
Nice sprawl there from Prophet as Van Der Dusse shoots in.
Prophet seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T4#
Prophet works the jab nicely.
Prophet is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Van Der Dusse.
Prophet listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Anthon Van Der Dusse has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Van Der Dusse misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Van Der Dusse rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Prophet moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Prophet misses the shot to the body.
Prophet throws the left hand but Van Der Dusse avoids the punch easily.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Prophet.
Van Der Dusse shoots in but no luck this time.
Van Der Dusse misses with a combination #CL#
and Prophet counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Prophet lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The Prophet has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Prophet throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Van Der Dusse misses with a punch to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
The Prophet showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Prophet, 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... The Prophet!

Event: KOM Featherweight Semi Finals
Date: Mar 21, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Dominiguez gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Van Der Dusse to score an easy takedown into full guard.#ES#
Dominiguez has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Van Der Dusse off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse shoots in and gets a takedown into Dominiguez's guard.#ES#
Dominiguez scrambles and gets back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Van Der Dusse is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Dominiguez's half guard.
Van Der Dusse is trying to control. Dominiguez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Dominiguez is trying to stand.
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. Van Der Dusse connects with a nice short shot to Dominiguez's temple.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Van Der Dusse throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Van Der Dusse lands a nice short elbow.
Dominiguez tries to kick Van Der Dusse off but Van Der Dusse keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T1#
Dominiguez trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Dominiguez keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse prevents Dominiguez from standing back up.
Van Der Dusse lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Van Der Dusse working Dominiguez over with strikes.
Van Der Dusse scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Van Der Dusse scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Van Der Dusse throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Van Der Dusse trying to control from half guard but Dominiguez is working away.
Nice strikes from Van Der Dusse there.
Dominiguez wants to get back to his feet.
Van Der Dusse wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dominiguez keeps working. #T2#
Van Der Dusse prevents Dominiguez from standing back up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Van Der Dusse uses his free foot to push down on Dominiguez's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Dominiguez.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dominiguez is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
A nice elbow there by Van Der Dusse.
The referee warns Dominiguez that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Dominiguez wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Van Der Dusse with a couple of short strikes.
Van Der Dusse lands with some strikes.
Van Der Dusse dominating with strikes here.#ROC2#Dominiguez is rocked!#ES#
Dominiguez bucks Van Der Dusse off and manages to get back to his feet!
Oh Dominiguez is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Dominiguez tries to clinch up but Van Der Dusse circles away and keeps his distance.
Dominiguez seems to have got his legs back now.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Dominiguez sprawls well initially but Van Der Dusse persists and gets the takedown into half guard.

Dominiguez manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Van Der Dusse keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Dominiguez has a couple of punches blocked by Van Der Dusse. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!

Dominiguez throws Van Der Dusse to one side and escapes!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dominiguez fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Van Der Dusse avoids it really well and circles away.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Van Der Dusse content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Van Der Dusse prevents Dominiguez from getting back to his feet. #T4#
Van Der Dusse's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Van Der Dusse has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Van Der Dusse throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dominiguez works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dominiguez is looking to stand up but Van Der Dusse isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Dominiguez tries to clinch up.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse feints and as Dominiguez raises his hands in defense, Van Der Dusse changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Dominiguez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Van Der Dusse with a flurry of punches that miss.
Van Der Dusse throws a big elbow that misses.
Dominiguez wants to get back to his feet but Van Der Dusse is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Van Der Dusse with a nice head shot there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Anthon Van Der Dusse 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##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Dominiguez enables Van Der Dusse to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Dominiguez manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.

Dominiguez has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Van Der Dusse is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Dominiguez throws a punch but it's blocked by Van Der Dusse. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse lands a takedown into guard. #ES#
Dominiguez scrambles and gets back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Dominiguez moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Dominiguez tries to escape but Van Der Dusse is in control.
Dominiguez regains half guard there - taking advantage of Van Der Dusse's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Van Der Dusse takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Van Der Dusse lands strikes from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Van Der Dusse is trying to control the action in half guard but Dominiguez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1#
Van Der Dusse slips a nice elbow through Dominiguez's hands, connecting with Dominiguez's forehead.
Dominiguez on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Dominiguez is looking to escape.
Van Der Dusse working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Dominiguez is trying to stand back up but Van Der Dusse is controlling him
Dominiguez is looking to get back to is feet but Van Der Dusse passes into side control.
Van Der Dusse scores with a couple of short elbows.
Dominiguez is working to avoid the ground and pound but Van Der Dusse connects with a decent elbow.
Dominiguez is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Van Der Dusse asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Van Der Dusse throws an elbow but Dominiguez slips to the side and avoids it well.
Dominiguez is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Van Der Dusse working the head and body with strikes. #T2#
Van Der Dusse scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Dominiguez to see if he's OK.
Van Der Dusse landing strikes.
Van Der Dusse lands a strong strike to the head of Dominiguez. That's dazed him! Van Der Dusse looking to finish here. Dominiguez is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Van Der Dusse lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anthon Van Der Dusse!
An out of breath Anthon Van Der Dusse thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: MMMA Kings of Madness 10(FW)
Date: Feb 28, 2021

#R1#
Van Der Dusse takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Van Der Dusse stalks Sepulveda and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Sepulveda's face. Sepulveda staggers backwards, shaken.
Sepulveda connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Van Der Dusse fails with an attempt to clinch. #TD#
Sepulveda decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Van Der Dusse defends it well. #SUB#
Sepulveda seems to be looking for submissions.
Sepulveda seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Van Der Dusse does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Sepulveda is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Van Der Dusse sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Sepulveda is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Sepulveda seems to be working for a kimura but Van Der Dusse defends the submission attempt.#T1#
Van Der Dusse wants to get back to full guard.
Van Der Dusse is trying to stand up here but Sepulveda is controlling him well.
Van Der Dusse is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for submissions but instead, Van Der Dusse has regained full guard.
Sepulveda prevents Van Der Dusse from getting back to his feet. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Van Der Dusse keeping moving, preventing Sepulveda from controlling successfully.
Van Der Dusse 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.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sepulveda shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Van Der Dusse as he jumps to the side.
Van Der Dusse uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda lands with a nice body punch. #TD#
Sepulveda fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Van Der Dusse to the ground. Sepulveda is now in Van Der Dusse's guard.
Sepulveda trying to control but Van Der Dusse is working from the bottom.
Sepulveda not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Sepulveda drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Sepulveda as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Van Der Dusse screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Sepulveda! Nice submission victory there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Alejandro Sepulveda!
Alejandro Sepulveda thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: MMMA Kings of Madness 4 (FW)
Date: Feb 07, 2021

#R1##TD#
Van Der Dusse looking to score a takedown here. Prophet is defending well but Van Der Dusse drives through and ends up in Prophet's guard.
Van Der Dusse throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Prophet works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse 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.
Van Der Dusse is looking to work some ground and pound but Prophet has wrist control.
Van Der Dusse distracts Prophet with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Van Der Dusse is in close to Prophet's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Van Der Dusse in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Van Der Dusse is fighting to break Prophet's control of his arms but Prophet is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Van Der Dusse cracks Prophet with a solid left hand.
Prophet looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes but missing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Prophet keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
Prophet pulls Van Der Dusse in close to his closed guard and prevents Van Der Dusse 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.#T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Van Der Dusse accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Prophet trying to control the position.
Van Der Dusse working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Prophet is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes from guard but Prophet blocks nicely.
Van Der Dusse content to stall in guard here.
Van Der Dusse connects with a couple of short punches.#T2#
Van Der Dusse throws an elbow that misses. Prophet uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Van Der Dusse's guard. Nice move by Prophet!#REVB#
Prophet sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Van Der Dusse looking to hit a scissor sweep but Prophet is one step ahead there. #ES#
Van Der Dusse is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Prophet presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Prophet lands a left hand.
Van Der Dusse goes for a takedown in the clinch but Prophet prevents it.
Van Der Dusse blocks an uppercut. #T3#
Prophet misses with a hook from the clinch.
Van Der Dusse drops down looking for an ankle pick but Prophet pulls his leg out and moves away.
Van Der Dusse takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Van Der Dusse ducks under a wild hook from Prophet.#CL2#
Prophet moves into range and clinches up with Van Der Dusse.
Prophet working aggressively here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Prophet.
Prophet misses with a body punch.
Prophet misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Prophet. #BC#
Van Der Dusse's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Van Der Dusse lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Van Der Dusse has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anthon Van Der Dusse. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Prophet throws a jab but it's blocked by Van Der Dusse.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Van Der Dusse fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Van Der Dusse is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.#T4#
Prophet throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL2#
Prophet closes the distance and pushes Van Der Dusse back into the cage.
Prophet misses with some punches.
A short right from Prophet on the inside.
Van Der Dusse has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Prophet avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Prophet throws a punch but it's blocked by Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Prophet lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Van Der Dusse wants to take the fight to the mat but Prophet manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Van Der Dusse doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Van Der Dusse goes for a takedown in the clinch but Prophet prevents it.
Prophet tries to work over Van Der Dusse's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Van Der Dusse is trying to drag Prophet to the mat but Prophet just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Prophet lands with a short head shot on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

The Prophet dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Van Der Dusse on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Van Der Dusse takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Anthon Van Der Dusse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Prophet darts in and clinches Van Der Dusse up against the cage.
Prophet fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Prophet tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A frustrated look appears on Van Der Dusse's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Van Der Dusse blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Van Der Dusse blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short left from Prophet.
Prophet tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Van Der Dusse takes a shot to the head.
Prophet tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Prophet misses with a short punch on the inside.
Prophet tries a body shot but Van Der Dusse blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Prophet.
Prophet tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Prophet lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Prophet lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Prophet can't find room to land a body shot as Van Der Dusse controls the action.
Prophet has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Prophet working aggressively here.
Van Der Dusse looking for a takedown. #BC#
Van Der Dusse breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Van Der Dusse will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Van Der Dusse misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Prophet tries to counter by closing the distance.
Anthon Van Der Dusse is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Van Der Dusse looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Prophet is fending him off so far but Van Der Dusse persists. Nope, Prophet circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anthon Van Der Dusse. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Prophet works Van Der Dusse's body with a nice hook.
Prophet lands a jab to the nose.
Prophet avoids a punch combination nicely.
Prophet swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Prophet jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Van Der Dusse displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Prophet throws out the jab.
Van Der Dusse attempts a counter takedown but Prophet avoids it well and moves away.
Prophet lands an overhand right.
Prophet lunges at Van Der Dusse with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Van Der Dusse's hand.
Van Der Dusse walks into a stiff left hand from Prophet.#ROC2#Van Der Dusse is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Prophet closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Oh Van Der Dusse is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Prophet is pressed up against the cage. Van Der Dusse has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Prophet down to the mat. Prophet avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Van Der Dusse keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Prophet.
Van Der Dusse half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Van Der Dusse seems to have got his legs back now.
Prophet 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.#T2#
Prophet looks to land a right hand but Van Der Dusse moved out of range.
Van Der Dusse shoots in looking for a takedown. Prophet tries to sprawl out of it but Van Der Dusse keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Prophet manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD#
Van Der Dusse fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Prophet to the ground. Van Der Dusse is now in Prophet's guard.
Van Der Dusse scoring with some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse throws an elbow that misses. Prophet uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Van Der Dusse's guard. Nice move by Prophet!#REVB#
Van Der Dusse keeping moving, preventing Prophet from controlling successfully.
Prophet tries to free his leg and advance position but Van Der Dusse is retaining full guard.
Anthon Van Der Dusse overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Prophet wants to control from the top but Van Der Dusse keeps moving.
Prophet tries to free his leg and advance position but Van Der Dusse is retaining full guard. #T3#
Van Der Dusse 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.
Van Der Dusse trying to keep a closed guard but Prophet is proving a slippery customer.
Prophet slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Van Der Dusse keeping moving, preventing Prophet from controlling successfully.
Van Der Dusse is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Van Der Dusse wants to stand up but Prophet is controlling him.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Prophet stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Van Der Dusse swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Prophet misses with a looping right.
Prophet defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse.
A jab from Prophet misses.
Van Der Dusse changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The Prophet 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 Prophet.
Prophet is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Van Der Dusse. #TD#
Van Der Dusse looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Prophet!
Van Der Dusse wants to lay and pray for a moment but Prophet keeps working.
Prophet is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

The Prophet showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Prophet misses with an uppercut. Van Der Dusse saw that one coming.#CL2#
Van Der Dusse gets tackled into the cage by Prophet. Prophet maintains the clinch.
Prophet swings wildly with an uppercut but Van Der Dusse uses good head movement to avoid it.
Van Der Dusse scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Van Der Dusse blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Prophet is pressed up against the cage. Van Der Dusse has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Prophet down to the mat. Prophet avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Van Der Dusse wants to clinch up but Prophet keeps it at a distance.
Prophet is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Prophet's waist but Prophet gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Van Der Dusse off to one side. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Van Der Dusse has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Prophet avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anthon Van Der Dusse. 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.
A body shot lands from Prophet.
Van Der Dusse takes a shot to the head.
Prophet doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
The Prophet seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Van Der Dusse is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Prophet pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Van Der Dusse. #T1#
Prophet lands an uppercut.
Prophet swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Prophet throws a punch but it's blocked by Van Der Dusse.
Prophet keeps control of Van Der Dusse as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Prophet tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Van Der Dusse is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Prophet tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Van Der Dusse has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Prophet after a bit of a struggle.
Prophet throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Van Der Dusses head.
Prophet makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Van Der Dusse has Prophet pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Prophet manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Van Der Dusse has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Prophet is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Prophet softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Prophet lands with a short shot to the head.
Prophet struggles to land a body shot inside as Van Der Dusse controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Van Der Dusse.
Prophet lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Van Der Dusse.#T2#
Prophet lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Van Der Dusse backwards.
Prophet swings wildly with an uppercut but Van Der Dusse uses good head movement to avoid it.
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!
Prophet lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Still in the clinch, Prophet scores with a nice short uppercut.
Prophet working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Van Der Dusse is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Prophet pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Prophet swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Prophet working aggressively here.
Van Der Dusse blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Prophet lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Prophet lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Van Der Dusse goes for a takedown in the clinch but Prophet prevents it.
Prophet tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Der Dusse's elbow.
Van Der Dusse drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Prophet gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Good body shot from Prophet. #T3#
Prophet lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Prophet tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Prophet.
Prophet misses with the head strike.
The Prophet is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Van Der Dusse is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Van Der Dusse drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Van Der Dusse is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Prophet tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Der Dusse's elbow.
Prophet can't find room to land a body shot as Van Der Dusse controls the action. #T4#
A head punch on the inside from Van Der Dusse fails to land.
Prophet is pressed up against the cage. Van Der Dusse has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Prophet down to the mat. Prophet avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Anthon Van Der Dusse has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Van Der Dusse lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Van Der Dusse takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Van Der Dusse takes one to the side of the head.
Van Der Dusse looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Prophet.
Prophet throws the left hand but Van Der Dusse avoids the punch 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!
Prophet scores with a nice strike.
Van Der Dusse looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Prophet is fending him off so far but Van Der Dusse persists. Nope, Prophet circles away and we're back to standing.
Prophet darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Van Der Dusse keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Prophet.#CL2#
Prophet closes the distance and pushes Van Der Dusse back into the cage.
Prophet tries to throw a body punch but Van Der Dusse avoids it by throwing Prophet back against the cage.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 26:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... The Prophet!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 10, 2020

#R1#
Perda Segurio misses with a hook.
Perda Segurio definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Nice body punch from Perda Segurio.
Perda Segurio tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Van Der Dusse manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Van Der Dusse walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Van Der Dusse tries to clinch but Perda Segurio is having none of it.
Perda Segurio looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Perda Segurio misses with a hook. Van Der Dusse ducked under it nicely. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Perda Segurio to the ground. Van Der Dusse is now in Perda Segurio's guard.

Perda Segurio has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Van Der Dusse off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
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!#TD2#
Van Der Dusse looking to score a takedown here. Perda Segurio is defending well but Van Der Dusse drives through and ends up in Perda Segurio's guard.
Perda Segurio pulls Van Der Dusse in to control the position.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Perda Segurio is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Van Der Dusse won't allow Perda Segurio to sweep him here.
Perda Segurio is trying to keep Van Der Dusse in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Perda Segurio wants to stand up but Van Der Dusse is controlling him. #T1#
Perda Segurio wants to sweep but no luck.
Van Der Dusse landing with the ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Perda Segurio is working from the bottom.
Perda Segurio seems keen to control Van Der Dusse's posture.
Perda Segurio'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.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB#
Perda Segurio looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Perda Segurio wants to get back to his feet.
Perda Segurio trying to control from the bottom. #T2#
Perda Segurio is trying to get back to full guard.
Perda Segurio is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Perda Segurio looking for submissions off his back.
Perda Segurio controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Perda Segurio wants to control but Van Der Dusse is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Van Der Dusse missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Van Der Dusse throwing shots but Perda Segurio is blocking nicely.
Van Der Dusse missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Perda Segurio wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Ground and pound from Van Der Dusse.
Perda Segurio is trying to maintain the position but Van Der Dusse is very close to passing his half guard.
Van Der Dusse is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Perda Segurio wants to control the action here but instead Van Der Dusse manages to pass to full mount!
Van Der Dusse is landing with some decent strikes but Perda Segurio is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Van Der Dusse avoids the attempt from Perda Segurio to control.
Van Der Dusse lands a big shot there that rocks Perda Segurio but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Perda Segurio wants to hold on but Van Der Dusse pushes him away.
Van Der Dusse has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Perda Segurio tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T4#
Van Der Dusse in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Van Der Dusse punishing his opponent with strikes. #ROC2#Perda Segurio is rocked!
Van Der Dusse looking to finish Perda Segurio with some ground and pound. This is bad for Perda Segurio!
Oh Perda Segurio is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Van Der Dusse connects with a bit shot that sees Perda Segurio covering up! More strikes from Van Der Dusse and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Van Der Dusse is our winner by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anthon Van Der Dusse!
Our winner, Anthon Van Der Dusse, 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: SMASH: Bundy vs Oxlade
Date: Nov 21, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Strålman closes the distance and pushes Van Der Dusse back into the cage.#BC#
Strålman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Strålman misses with a low kick as Van Der Dusse jumps back.
Strålman tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Van Der Dusse manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Strålman gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Van Der Dusse wants a takedown but no success here.
Van Der Dusse lands a left hand.
Van Der Dusse is looking for a takedown.#BC#
Strålman breaks the clinch. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Strålman napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES#
Strålman throws Van Der Dusse to one side and escapes!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Van Der Dusse shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Strålman pinned against the cage. Strålman gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Anton Strålman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #CL#
Strålman closes the distance and pushes Van Der Dusse back into the cage.#BC2#
Van Der Dusse breaks the clinch. #T1#
Strålman connects with a leg kick.
Van Der Dusse fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A little feinted left hand from Strålman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Strålman tries to bum rush Van Der Dusse with a series of wild strikes but Van Der Dusse uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
We've been told by Strålman's head coaches at whitey's gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Anthon Van Der Dusse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Strålman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Good leg kick by Strålman.
Van Der Dusse throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Strålman's waist but Strålman gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Van Der Dusse off to one side.
A counter left hand to the body from Strålman misses its target.
Nice sprawl there from Strålman as Van Der Dusse shoots in.#CL#
Strålman clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Strålman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Strålman sprawls well. Strålman wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Van Der Dusse gets slowly back to his feet.
Strålman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Van Der Dusse was well out of range. Poor timing from Strålman.
Van Der Dusse lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Strålman tries to score with a low kick but Van Der Dusse moves his leg out of the way.#CL#
Strålman rushes Van Der Dusse and presses him up against the cage.
A body shot lands from Strålman.
Van Der Dusse is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Strålman is defending well.#T2#
Van Der Dusse can't get the takedown.
Van Der Dusse changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Strålman fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Strålman slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Van Der Dusse on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Strålman connects with a leg kick. #CL#
Strålman has Van Der Dusse up against the cage in a clinch.
Strålman is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Strålman goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Strålman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Strålman throws a push kick but Van Der Dusse slaps the foot to one side.
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and clinches up with Strålman, looking for a takedown. Van Der Dusse pushes Strålman against the cage but Strålman circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Strålman throws a nice head kick!
Van Der Dusse misses with a series of wild punches. #T3#
Strålman fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse tries for a takedown but Strålman circles away easily
and Strålman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a double leg but Strålman sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Van Der Dusse tries to move into range but Strålman moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Van Der Dusse fails to land the takedown.
Van Der Dusse looks winded!#CL#
Strålman closes the distance and clinches.
Van Der Dusse wants a takedown but no success here.
Van Der Dusse drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Van Der Dusse goes for a takedown attempt but Strålman pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Van Der Dusse.#T4#
Van Der Dusse stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Strålman.
Van Der Dusse will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Van Der Dusse gets underhooks to prevent Strålman's takedown attempt.
Strålman has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Van Der Dusse after a bit of a struggle.
Strålman lands a shoulder strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Van Der Dusse has Strålman pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Strålman manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A shot in the inside from Strålman. #BC#
Strålman breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Strålman fails in his attempt to clinch.
Strålman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Strålman defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse swats away the attempt to clinch by Strålman.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anton Strålman dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL#
Strålman clinches up against the cage.
Strålman lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Strålman prevents the takedown attempt. #TD#
Strålman has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Van Der Dusse regains guard immediately.
Strålman is standing up over Van Der Dusse. Van Der Dusse looks to escape but Strålman dives into side control. #REVB##SU#
Strålman decides to stand back up.
Strålman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Van Der Dusse can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A solid leg kick lands there for Strålman. #CL2#
Van Der Dusse clinches up with Strålman and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Strålman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Strålman smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Strålman forces Van Der Dusse back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Van Der Dusse breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1##TD2#
Van Der Dusse decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Strålman looks like he's trying to stand up.
Van Der Dusse not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Strålman controlling the position well.
Van Der Dusse thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Van Der Dusse throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Strålman wants to get back to his feet.
Van Der Dusse thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Strålman looks like he's trying to stand up.
Van Der Dusse looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T2#
Strålman wants to get back to his feet.
Strålman is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Van Der Dusse has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Van Der Dusse wants to lay and pray for a moment but Strålman keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Van Der Dusse dives in and grabs Strålman's left leg, looking for a takedown. Strålman pushes down on Van Der Dusse's head and hops out.
Nice sprawl there from Strålman as Van Der Dusse shoots in.
Anton Strålman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.
Strålman lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Anton Strålman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Strålman scores with a three punch combo!
No luck for Van Der Dusse with that takedown attempt.
Van Der Dusse is breathing heavily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strålman misses with a wild combination.
Van Der Dusse changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Strålman doesn't manage to clinch there - Van Der Dusse circles away.
Van Der Dusse is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Van Der Dusse shoots in and drives through. Strålman sprawls well.#T3#
Strålman slaps away a takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Van Der Dusse showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Strålman.
Anton Strålman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Strålman scores with a hook to the body. Van Der Dusse takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #CL#
Van Der Dusse tries to keep at a distance but Strålman has taken the fight into the clinch.
Strålman is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Strålman successfully pulls guard.
Van Der Dusse in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Strålman has his hands on Van Der Dusse's head, controlling the position.
Strålman avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4#
Strålman controlling Van Der Dusse's posture.
Strålman preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES#
Strålman has his feet on Van Der Dusse's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Van Der Dusse changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Strålman tries to avoid it but Van Der Dusse manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Strålman to the ground. Strålman escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Strålman changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Strålman as he jumps to the side.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice leg kick from Strålman, right into the meat of the thigh. #CL#
Strålman rushes Van Der Dusse and presses him up against the cage.
Strålman gets through Van Der Dusse's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Strålman controlling the action here for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anton Strålman dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Strålman misses with a head kick.
Strålman works Van Der Dusse's body with a nice hook.
Strålman will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Nice body punch from Strålman.
Van Der Dusse fails to land with a series of punches. #CL#
Strålman fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Van Der Dusse, pushing him back against the cage.
Van Der Dusse tries for a takedown. No joy.
Strålman lands with a left to the head.
Van Der Dusse misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse wants to take the fight to the mat but Strålman manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Strålman lands a hook that snaps the head of Van Der Dusse backwards.
Van Der Dusse takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Van Der Dusse has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Strålman avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Anton Strålman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.#BC#
Strålman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Van Der Dusse chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Strålman can pounce on him.
Van Der Dusse shoots in and drives through. Strålman sprawls well.
Van Der Dusse fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#CL#
Strålman has Van Der Dusse up against the cage in a clinch.
Strålman has Van Der Dusse pressed against the cage.
Van Der Dusse's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Strålman lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Van Der Dusse.
A right hook to the body lands for Strålman.
Anton Strålman has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Strålman prevents the takedown attempt.
Van Der Dusse is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Strålman pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A short right from Strålman on the inside.
Strålman taking a breather.#T2#
Strålman lands a shot to the body.
Strålman working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Van Der Dusse is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Van Der Dusse is working for takedown but Strålman is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD#
Strålman manages to pull guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Strålman is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Strålman manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#BC#
Strålman manages to break the clinch.
Some wild striking there from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a double leg but Strålman sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Strålman connects with a nice looking jab. #T3#
Strålman fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Strålman to the mat! Strålman manages to get full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Strålman is on top in guard. #REVR#
Strålman is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Strålman tries to free his leg and advance position but Van Der Dusse is retaining full guard.
Strålman is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Strålman stops Van Der Dusse from standing up. #T4##SU#
Strålman gets to his feet. Van Der Dusse looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Anthon Van Der Dusse has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Anton Strålman is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Strålman looks to land a combination. Van Der Dusse sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Van Der Dusse tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Strålman defends well and Van Der Dusse ends up having to push Strålman into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#CL#
Strålman closes the distance and clinches.
Van Der Dusse looking for a takedown.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Van Der Dusse misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Strålman manages to break the clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Strålman looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A chopping leg kick lands by Strålman.
Strålman tests Van Der Dusse's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Van Der Dusse's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Strålman fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anton Strålman showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Strålman 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anton Strålman!
After the fight, Anton Strålman was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: SMASH: Fortier vs Bishop
Date: Oct 31, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Van Der Dusse changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Rbn looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Rbn is looking for a sweep.
The strikes coming from Van Der Dusse are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Rbn regains half guard.
Rbn wants to improve his position but Van Der Dusse is controlling well.
Van Der Dusse throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB2#
Rbn is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Van Der Dusse pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Rbn actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Rbn looking for submissions off his back.
Van Der Dusse is looking to advance position but Rbn won't allow it. #T1#
Van Der Dusse prevents Rbn from improving his position.#SUB2#
Rbn looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Rbn looking for submissions off his back.
Van Der Dusse working Rbn over with strikes. #SUB2#
Rbn looking for submissions off his back.
Van Der Dusse prevents Rbn from improving his position.
Van Der Dusse takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Rbn keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Rbn is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Rbn looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2#
Van Der Dusse thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Ground and pound from Van Der Dusse. #SUB2#
Rbn looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Rbn looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Rbn looking for submissions off his back.
Van Der Dusse is nestled in close to Rbn, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Van Der Dusse working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Van Der Dusse not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB2#
Rbn looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rbn is looking to improve his position.
Van Der Dusse wants to take a breather but Rbn is having none of it. #T3#
Van Der Dusse looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Rbn with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
Rbn actively working from the bottom here.
Van Der Dusse trying to pass the guard but Rbn defending well. #SUB2#
Rbn is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Van Der Dusse is tapping! Great win for Rbn!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). John Rbn!
John Rbn seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: SMASH: Mazziotti vs Festation
Date: Oct 10, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bing Bang fails in his attempt to clinch.
Van Der Dusse unleashes a big counter combination but Bing Bang bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Bing Bang tries to bum rush Van Der Dusse with a series of wild strikes but Van Der Dusse uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Anthon Van Der Dusse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Van Der Dusse moves into the clinch successfully.
Van Der Dusse wants to get back to striking at distance but Bing Bang won't allow it.
Bing Bang gets underhooks to prevent Van Der Dusse's takedown attempt.
Bing Bang scores with a shoulder strike.
Van Der Dusse drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Bing Bang gets the underhooks and prevents it.
A short left from Bing Bang.
Bing Bang tries to throw a body punch but Van Der Dusse avoids it by throwing Bing Bang back against the cage.
Van Der Dusse is looking to take this one to the mat.
Ching Chang Bing Bang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse blocking some punches.
Van Der Dusse wants to take the fight to the mat but Bing Bang manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Van Der Dusse goes for a takedown in the clinch but Bing Bang prevents it.
Van Der Dusse's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T1#
Bing Bang looking to throw knees to the head but Van Der Dusse is blocking nicely. #BC#
Bing Bang breaks from the clinch.
Van Der Dusse misses with a series of wild punches.
It looked like Bing Bang was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Van Der Dusse tries to clinch there but Bing Bang circles away.
Ching Chang Bing Bang is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Van Der Dusse keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Bing Bang is looking for a sweep.
Bing Bang is working hard here to advance position.
Van Der Dusse has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Official UFC Performance Institute Training Center. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Bing Bang wants to control but Van Der Dusse postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bing Bang is looking to reverse the position.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position but Bing Bang is working away.
Bing Bang tries to buck Van Der Dusse off but Van Der Dusse is having none of it.
Bing Bang is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Van Der Dusse asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Bing Bang is trying to get back to half guard.#T2#
Van Der Dusse scores with a couple of short elbows.
Bing Bang is not content to let Van Der Dusse control the position.
Van Der Dusse creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Bing Bang sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Bing Bang tries to improve position but can't.
Bing Bang is trying to get back to his feet.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bing Bang sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Van Der Dusse throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Van Der Dusse prevents Bing Bang from improving his position.
Bing Bang has hold of Van Der Dusse's hands but Van Der Dusse slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Van Der Dusse prevents Bing Bang from improving his position.
Bing Bang is trying to maintain the position but Van Der Dusse is very close to passing his half guard.
Bing Bang is not content to let Van Der Dusse control the position.
Van Der Dusse sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bing Bang defending well though.
Bing Bang is refusing to be controlled, as Van Der Dusse sits in half guard. #T3#
Bing Bang trying to control but Van Der Dusse postures up.
Van Der Dusse is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Van Der Dusse seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bing Bang does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Bing Bang is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Van Der Dusse lands a nice short elbow.
Van Der Dusse content to control rather than advance.
Bing Bang is looking to improve his position.
Bing Bang trying to control but Van Der Dusse postures up.
Bing Bang avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Van Der Dusse.
Bing Bang tries to get to full guard but Van Der Dusse has control of the leg.
Van Der Dusse throwing shots but Bing Bang is blocking nicely.
Van Der Dusse missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4#
Bing Bang is trying to maintain the position but Van Der Dusse is very close to passing his half guard.
Bing Bang has hold of Van Der Dusse's hands but Van Der Dusse slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Bing Bang tries to roll over but Van Der Dusse keeps him under control.
Van Der Dusse is trying to control. Bing Bang wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Van Der Dusse tries to pass the half guard into mount. Bing Bang knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Bing Bang is trying to maintain the position but Van Der Dusse is very close to passing his half guard.
Van Der Dusse is trying to control the action in half guard but Bing Bang is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Van Der Dusse thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Bing Bang wants to get back to his feet.
Van Der Dusse lands with a punch from half guard.
Van Der Dusse not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bing Bang is trying is best to control the position here.
Bing Bang wants to control but Van Der Dusse is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Van Der Dusse not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Van Der Dusse sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bing Bang defending well though.
Van Der Dusse scoring with strikes to the body and head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Anthon Van Der Dusse 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#
Van Der Dusse shoots in and drives through. Bing Bang sprawls well.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown but Bing Bang shows good takedown defense.
Bing Bang lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Van Der Dusse circles away quickly and effectively.
Van Der Dusse misses with a few strikes there.
Van Der Dusse shoots in but Bing Bang avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ching Chang Bing Bang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bing Bang is fending him off so far but Van Der Dusse persists. Nope, Bing Bang circles away and we're back to standing.
Bing Bang lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Van Der Dusse fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bing Bang with a nice calf kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bing Bang.
Van Der Dusse changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bing Bang tries to avoid it but Van Der Dusse manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bing Bang to the ground. Bing Bang escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bing Bang keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1#
Van Der Dusse tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bing Bang swivels and escapes.
Bing Bang appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#CL#
Bing Bang darts in and clinches Van Der Dusse up against the cage.
Bing Bang lands a good knee to the midsection. Van Der Dusse won't want to take too many of those.
Van Der Dusse drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bing Bang pulls his leg out and moves away.
Van Der Dusse is breathing heavily.
Bing Bang throws a half hearted mid kick.
And Van Der Dusse tries to counter it with a takedown but Bing Bang pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bing Bang swings for the body but Van Der Dusse moves out of range.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Bing Bang - that will leave a mark!
Bing Bang lands a nice shot to the body.
Van Der Dusse fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bing Bang wants to slow Van Der Dusse down by chopping away at his legs.
Bing Bang buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Van Der Dusse tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bing Bang defends well and Van Der Dusse ends up having to push Bing Bang into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#ES#
Bing Bang uses the cage to get back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Bing Bang clinches. #T2#
Bing Bang lands a left hand.
Van Der Dusse wants a takedown but no success here.
Bing Bang scores a nice knee to the body.
Bing Bang is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Van Der Dusse can do to turn this around?
Bing Bang lands a body punch in the clinch.
Bing Bang using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Bing Bang lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Van Der Dusse backwards.
Bing Bang throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Van Der Dusse blocks it with crossed arms.
Van Der Dusse is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Bing Bang gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Bing Bang is working Van Der Dusse over against the cage.
Van Der Dusse can't get the takedown.
Van Der Dusse drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bing Bang pulls his leg out and moves away.
Bing Bang looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Van Der Dusse tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bing Bang as he avoids it easily.
Bing Bang throws a big counter combination but Van Der Dusse scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Van Der Dusse shoots for a takedown but Bing Bang saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T3##CL#
Bing Bang clinches.
Van Der Dusse is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Bing Bang gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Bing Bang is pressed up against the cage. Van Der Dusse has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Bing Bang down to the mat. Bing Bang avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Bing Bang uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Van Der Dusse has time to react.
Bing Bang lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse tries to move into range but Bing Bang moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CL#
Bing Bang clinches up against the cage.
Bing Bang crunches a lovely knee into Van Der Dusse's ribcage.
Bing Bang softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bing Bang lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Van Der Dusse backwards.
Van Der Dusse tries to break free but Bing Bang pushes him back against the cage.
Bing Bang lands a knee to the body. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short body shot lands from Bing Bang as the two fighters clinch.
Bing Bang lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
I was talking to Bing Bang's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Van Der Dusse wants a takedown but no success here.
Bing Bang unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Bing Bang unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Bing Bang lands a knee to the body. #BC#
Bing Bang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bing Bang.
Bing Bang fails to land with a series of punches.
Van Der Dusse shoots for a double leg takedown but Bing Bang sprawls well. He's pushed Van Der Dusse's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Bing Bang wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Ching Chang Bing Bang is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Van Der Dusse shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bing Bang counters with an outside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Van Der Dusse chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bing Bang can pounce on him.
Bing Bang throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Van Der Dusse shoots in looking for a takedown but Bing Bang manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Van Der Dusse's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ching Chang Bing Bang dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Good standup being displayed there by Bing Bang as he connects with a hook.
Bing Bang swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bing Bang with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A nice leg kick from Bing Bang, right into the meat of the thigh.
Van Der Dusse gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bing Bang comes in over the top with a devastating right hand! Van Der Dusse stumbles back against the cage, looking to regain his senses but Bing Bang is on him like rabid pit bull! Van Der Dusse slumps to the ground under a storm of punches and this fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ching Chang Bing Bang!
During a confident post fight interview, Ching Chang Bing Bang thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: JAG Noctem de Propugnatores
Date: Jul 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse working the ground and pound but Rex is defending the strikes.
Rex is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Van Der Dusse off and has taken his back!
Van Der Dusse trying to get back to his feet but Rex is in full control for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Van Der Dusse staying busy and making it hard for Rex to control.
Rex loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Van Der Dusse hold on?
Van Der Dusse staying busy and making it hard for Rex to control.
Rex landing with strikes.
Van Der Dusse is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Van Der Dusse trying to survive by controlling the hands.
Van Der Dusse tries to roll but Rex sticks to his back. #T1#
Rex throwing strikes from the back - he gets a warning from the referee for striking the back of the head but all these shots are hurting Van Der Dusse!
Van Der Dusse tries to escape but Rex has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Van Der Dusse is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Rex has the hooks in. Van Der Dusse is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the hands but Rex breaks the grip.
Well, with Rex on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Van Der Dusse is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Van Der Dusse is trying to stand back up.
Rex tries to get the hooks in deep but Van Der Dusse pushed the leg off.
Van Der Dusse covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head.
Van Der Dusse looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T2#
Van Der Dusse is really stuck here.
Van Der Dusse is covering up but some of the strikes from Rex are getting through and doing damage.
Van Der Dusse can't escape the position.
Van Der Dusse is trying to stand back up.
Rex is not going to allow Van Der Dusse to sit and survive in this position.
Van Der Dusse is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#T3#
Van Der Dusse tries to roll but Rex sticks to his back.
Rex has good solid back control here.
Rex throwing sloppy strikes.
Rex tries to get the hooks in deep but Van Der Dusse pushed the leg off.
Van Der Dusse is trying to get back to his feet but Rex has full control of the position and if anything, Van Der Dusse has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Rex scores with punches and elbows. #SUB2#
Rex is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Van Der Dusse is defending well though. Rex let's go of the attempt for now.
Van Der Dusse is trying to stand back up. #T4#
Rex controls the action.
Rex connects with a big shot to the side of Van Der Dusse's head.
Rex cracks Van Der Dusse with a big shot to body and one to the head - really punishing Van Der Dusse from the back mount here, looking to soften him up.
Rex gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
Van Der Dusse is trying to break free.
Rex throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Van Der Dusse breaks Rex's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Snake Rex dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Horrible takedown attempt by Van Der Dusse or perhaps it was just good defense by Rex, which made it look bad.
Rex looks to land a combination but Van Der Dusse avoids it well.
Rex stuffs the takedown.
Rex throws a counter combo.#TD#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Rex to the mat! Rex manages to get full guard.
Van Der Dusse has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Rex is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rex bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Van Der Dusse's guard. #REVB#
Rex has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rex throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Van Der Dusse works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Rex landing some decent shots from guard.
Van Der Dusse wants to get back to his feet but Rex is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rex is looking to work some ground and pound but Van Der Dusse has wrist control.#T1#
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position.
Van Der Dusse manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rex manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes but missing.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Rex is working from the bottom.
Rex not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Van Der Dusse preventing the sweep.
Rex avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse working some strikes from top position.
Rex keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes from guard but Rex blocks nicely. #T2#
Rex seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Rex trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Van Der Dusse works over Rex with some ground and pound from guard.
Rex has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Van Der Dusse looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Van Der Dusse with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Rex lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Van Der Dusse controls Rex momentarily but Rex frees himself.
Van Der Dusse pulls Rex in to control the position. #T3#
Rex throwing strikes from guard but Van Der Dusse blocks nicely.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Van Der Dusse holds on and takes a little breather.
Van Der Dusse wants to stand and escape but Rex is having none of it.
Rex won't allow Van Der Dusse to sweep him here.
Rex trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Der Dusse is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rex stopping the sweep attempt from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse keeping moving, preventing Rex from controlling successfully.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Van Der Dusse keeping full guard, as Rex tries to pass.
Van Der Dusse utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Van Der Dusse drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Rex is trying to improve his position.
Rex is not content to let Van Der Dusse control the position.
Rex is looking to regain half guard here but Van Der Dusse keeps moving and retains side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
You can see the frustration on Rex's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anthon Van Der Dusse 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#
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Van Der Dusse or perhaps it was just good defense by Rex, which made it look bad.
Van Der Dusse bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Van Der Dusse takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Rex cracks a nice hook into Van Der Dusse's ribs.
Rex scores with a shot to the body. #TD#
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Rex seems keen to control Van Der Dusse's posture.
Van Der Dusse working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Rex's head.
Rex 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.
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but Rex keeps moving.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Van Der Dusse is looking to work some ground and pound but Rex has wrist control.#T1#
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but Rex keeps moving.
Rex 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.
Van Der Dusse is looking to pass into half guard but Rex pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Rex is in guard.#REVB#
Van Der Dusse is controlling Rex's posture.
Rex trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Der Dusse is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rex trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Rex lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Rex being controlled here momentarily. #T2#
Rex distracts Van Der Dusse with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Rex passes into half guard.
Rex trying to control from half guard but Van Der Dusse is working away.
Van Der Dusse tries to kick Rex off but Rex keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Van Der Dusse trying to hold on to Rex's head to control him but Rex postures up.
Van Der Dusse tries to roll over but Rex keeps him under control.
Rex throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3#
Rex drops an elbow to the side of Van Der Dusse's head.
Van Der Dusse is trying to get back to full guard.
Van Der Dusse is working hard here to advance position.
Rex is thwarting Van Der Dusse's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Rex is trying to work for a kimura but Van Der Dusse is defending well.
Van Der Dusse is trying to maintain the position but Rex is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rex misses with a low kick.
Rex misses with an uppercut.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rex sprawls well. Rex wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Van Der Dusse gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anthon Van Der Dusse. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rex misses with a wild body shot.
Van Der Dusse fails to land the takedown.#CL#
Van Der Dusse pushes Rex up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Rex manages to break the clinch.
Van Der Dusse gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Rex counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rex throws a sloppy head kick and Van Der Dusse moves out of range easily.
Van Der Dusse blocks a head kick by Rex.
Rex scores with a shot to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Snake Rex comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Rex 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 James Atkins scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: JAG Respect My Grind
Date: May 30, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Van Der Dusse misses with a wild combination. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse shoots in and gets a takedown into Objedkov's guard.#SUB#
Objedkov is looking for a triangle but Van Der Dusse pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Van Der Dusse stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Objedkov throws up his legs and catches Van Der Dusse in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Van Der Dusse tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Objedkov! That came out of nowhere!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Sergey Objedkov!
A relieved looking Sergey Objedkov 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: JAG Aorigele-Xe
Date: Apr 25, 2020

#R1#
Thunder displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Van Der Dusse.
Anthon Van Der Dusse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thunder ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Van Der Dusse moves away.
We've been hearing reports that Thunder has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
A punch combination from Thunder misses.
Van Der Dusse gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Thunder counters with a straight right hand.
Van Der Dusse sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Thunder wants to control but Van Der Dusse postures up.
Van Der Dusse is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Van Der Dusse is looking to take a break and control but Thunder is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Who's going to make the next move?
Van Der Dusse working away.#T1#
Thunder is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Van Der Dusse has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Van Der Dusse looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Thunder tries to hold on but Van Der Dusse pushes him away.
Van Der Dusse dominating with strikes here.
Thunder keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Van Der Dusse punishing his opponent with strikes.
Van Der Dusse landing shots from mount.
Van Der Dusse avoids the attempt from Thunder to control.#T2#
Thunder takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Van Der Dusse lands a heavy elbow.
Thunder wants to hold on but Van Der Dusse pushes him away.
Van Der Dusse looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Thunder is having none of it.
Thunder tries to hold on but Van Der Dusse postures up.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Van Der Dusse trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Van Der Dusse lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Thunder hang on?#T3#
Thunder is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Thunder is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Van Der Dusse is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Van Der Dusse wants to control the pace but Thunder is squirming around nicely.
Van Der Dusse lands a heavy elbow.
Thunder sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Van Der Dusse is thwarting Thunder's attempts to control the position.
Thunder is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Van Der Dusse thows a huge punch but Thunder dodges it nicely.
Van Der Dusse scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Thunder avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse slips a nice elbow through Thunder's hands, connecting with Thunder's forehead.
Van Der Dusse thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T4#
Van Der Dusse working Thunder over with strikes.
Van Der Dusse drops an elbow to the side of Thunder's head.
Thunder is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Thunder looking for submissions off his back.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the action but Thunder is working from the bottom.
Thunder wants to control but Van Der Dusse is keeping busy.
Van Der Dusse working the head and body with strikes.
Van Der Dusse passes into side control, despite Thunder's attempt to control the position.
Van Der Dusse grinds an elbow into Thunder's temple.
Thunder is looking to regain half guard here but Van Der Dusse keeps moving and retains side control.
Van Der Dusse in side control lands a decent elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anthon Van Der Dusse dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Thunder dodges the punch combination from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse wants to clinch up but Thunder keeps it at a distance.
As Van Der Dusse tries to get set, Thunder tries to push him back and clinch up but Van Der Dusse manages to avoid the attempt.#CL2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and pushes Thunder back into the cage.
Thunder gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse has Thunder pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Van Der Dusse pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Thunder tumbling to the mat - Van Der Dusse dives into Thunder's guard.#SUB#
Thunder escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Van Der Dusse gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Van Der Dusse postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Thunder is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Thunder working for a triangle but Van Der Dusse defends it easily.
Van Der Dusse advances to half guard.
Van Der Dusse has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Van Der Dusse lands a nice short elbow.
Van Der Dusse looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Thunder is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Van Der Dusse not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Van Der Dusse content to control rather than advance.
Thunder is pressing down on Van Der Dusse's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Thunder working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Van Der Dusse doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Van Der Dusse manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Thunder looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Van Der Dusse has picked Thunder up and slammed him! Thunder can't keep hold of the triangle and Van Der Dusse manages to pass to side control!
Anthon Van Der Dusse has got the better of the ground game so far.
Thunder can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
Van Der Dusse working the ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse working away.
Thunder takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Van Der Dusse grinds an elbow into Thunder's temple.
Thunder struggling a bit here.
Van Der Dusse is looking to take a break and control but Thunder is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Thunder tries to buck Van Der Dusse off but Van Der Dusse is having none of it.
Van Der Dusse in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Van Der Dusse fails to land a wild elbow strike.
You can see the frustration on Thunder's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Thunder defending against the ground and pound. #T3#
Thunder can't do much from the bottom here.
Thunder takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Van Der Dusse lands a few punches from side control.
Van Der Dusse sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Thunder is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Thunder struggling a bit here.
Van Der Dusse wants to lay and pray for a moment but Thunder keeps working.
Thunder sneaks back into half guard.
Thunder keeping hold of Van Der Dusse's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB#
Thunder looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Van Der Dusse trying to control from Thunder's half guard. Thunder has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T4#
Van Der Dusse connects with a couple of short punches.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB#
Thunder has his foot on Van Der Dusse's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Van Der Dusse works his way back into a safe position though.
Van Der Dusse with a flurry of punches that miss.
Thunder trying to control the position.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of elbows.
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes but missing.
Van Der Dusse postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Van Der Dusse loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Thunder is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anthon Van Der Dusse showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Van Der Dusse doesn't manage to clinch there - Thunder circles away.
Thunder tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Van Der Dusse manages to circle out of the way.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Thunder sprawls well. Thunder wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Van Der Dusse gets slowly back to his feet.
Van Der Dusse misses with a takedown
and Thunder counters with a two punch combo.
Anthon Van Der Dusse is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Thunder looks to throw the jab but Van Der Dusse is out of range.
No luck for Van Der Dusse with that takedown attempt.
Distant Thunder has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.#CL2#
Van Der Dusse rushes Thunder and presses him up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thunder scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Thunder lands a right hand that snaps the head of Van Der Dusse backwards.
Thunder stops a takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse.
Thunder struggles to land a body shot inside as Van Der Dusse controls his hands. #T1#
Thunder lands a damaging elbow.
Thunder lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Thunder blocks an uppercut. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Thunder regains guard.
Van Der Dusse postures up in Thunder's guard and throws a big left but Thunder blocks it. #SUB#
Thunder working for a triangle but Van Der Dusse defends it easily. #SUB#
Thunder working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Van Der Dusse has passed into half guard!
Van Der Dusse looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Thunder with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Thunder is looking to control Van Der Dusse's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Thunder avoid being mounted?
Thunder is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Distant Thunder has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Thunder has hold of Van Der Dusse's hands but Van Der Dusse slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Van Der Dusse seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Van Der Dusse throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Van Der Dusse lands a nice short elbow.#SUB#
Thunder looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Thunder looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Thunder taking some punishment here, with Van Der Dusse in his half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thunder has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Van Der Dusse is working away from the top position though.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Van Der Dusse lands a nice short elbow.#SUB#
Thunder is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Van Der Dusse pulls his head out easily.
Van Der Dusse winds up and cracks Thunder with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Thunder is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Van Der Dusse scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB#
Thunder is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Van Der Dusse pulls his head out easily.
Thunder trying to hold on to Van Der Dusse's head to control him but Van Der Dusse postures up.
Van Der Dusse landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Van Der Dusse thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Thunder's head.
Thunder is refusing to be controlled, as Van Der Dusse sits in half guard.
Nice strikes from Van Der Dusse there.
Van Der Dusse wants to take a breather but Thunder is having none of it.
Thunder trying to control here.
Van Der Dusse wants to control but Thunder is keeping him busy. #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#
Thunder actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Thunder looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Thunder is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Van Der Dusse pulls his head out easily.
Van Der Dusse working the head and body with strikes.
Anthon Van Der Dusse is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thunder tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #SUB#
Thunder looking for submissions off his back.
Van Der Dusse seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Thunder has hold of Van Der Dusse's hands but Van Der Dusse slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB#
Thunder looking for submissions off his back.
Van Der Dusse perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Anthon Van Der Dusse.
I've got Van Der Dusse winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge James Glass scores the fight for Anthon Van Der Dusse!
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight for Anthon Van Der Dusse!
Judge William Gold scores the fight for Anthon Van Der Dusse!

Anthon Van Der Dusse wins by unanimous decision!
A very excited looking Anthon Van Der Dusse 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: JAG Garuda vs Raper
Date: Feb 29, 2020

#R1##CL#
Van Der Dusse tries to keep at a distance but Sitsongrit has taken the fight into the clinch.
Van Der Dusse's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Van Der Dusse has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Sitsongrit avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Sitsongrit leaning against his opponent.
Sitsongrit cracks Van Der Dusse with a nice body shot.
A shot in the inside from Sitsongrit. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #ES#
Sitsongrit manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sitsongrit scores with a shoulder strike.
Van Der Dusse is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Sitsongrit pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse tightens his grip and picks Sitsongrit up, before dumping him to the ground. Sitsongrit manages to land in guard.
Van Der Dusse in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Sitsongrit wants to sweep but no luck.
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes from guard but Sitsongrit blocks nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES#
Sitsongrit scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Sitsongrit catches Van Der Dusse with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Detkhunjon Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Sitsongrit looks to throw the jab but Van Der Dusse is out of range.
Van Der Dusse throws a nice looking combination but Sitsongrit bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Van Der Dusse moves out of range.
Sitsongrit seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Van Der Dusse goes for a double leg but Sitsongrit avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Sitsongrit continues to drive forward.
Detkhunjon Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse slips under a jab.
Sitsongrit misses with a head kick.
Sitsongrit is looking to slow Van Der Dusse down with leg kicks.
Sitsongrit connects with a good right hand that stumbles Van Der Dusse. Van Der Dusse circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Nice takedown defense from Sitsongrit. No joy for Van Der Dusse on that attempt.
It looked like Sitsongrit wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Van Der Dusse fails to land the takedown.
Van Der Dusse has his takedown stuffed
and Sitsongrit counters with a straight right hand.
Van Der Dusse has a takedown stuffed.
Sitsongrit cracks Van Der Dusse with an open hand slap.
Van Der Dusse takes a jab right on the kisser.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sitsongrit scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T2#
Van Der Dusse changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sitsongrit tries to avoid it but Van Der Dusse manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sitsongrit to the ground. Sitsongrit escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown but Sitsongrit shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sitsongrit scores with a hook.
Sitsongrit throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Van Der Dusse.#ROC#
Van Der Dusse is rocked!
Sitsongrit cracks Van Der Dusse with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Van Der Dusse tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Sitsongrit pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Van Der Dusse is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Detkhunjon Sitsongrit!
Detkhunjon Sitsongrit thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: JBL Pankration
Date: Jan 25, 2020

#R1##TD2#
Van Der Dusse decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Van Der Dusse has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Official UFC Performance Institute Training Center. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Van Der Dusse throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Viktorov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Viktorov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Viktorov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Viktorov wants to control but Van Der Dusse is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Viktorov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Van Der Dusse tries to free his leg and advance position but Viktorov is retaining full guard.
Van Der Dusse connects with a couple of short punches.
Van Der Dusse postures up.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Viktorov working for a triangle but Van Der Dusse defends it easily. #T1#
Van Der Dusse with a nice head shot there.
Van Der Dusse loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Van Der Dusse got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viktorov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Van Der Dusse has managed to get both his arms back between Viktorov's legs - danger averted.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse distracts Viktorov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse 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.#SUB#
Viktorov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Van Der Dusse doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Van Der Dusse manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Van Der Dusse chips away with some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse landing some decent shots from guard.
Viktorov keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
Van Der Dusse is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Viktorov working for a triangle but Van Der Dusse defends it easily.
Viktorov keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
Van Der Dusse with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Viktorov is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T3#
Viktorov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Viktorov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Van Der Dusse is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Viktorov's head.#SUB#
Viktorov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Van Der Dusse defends it easily.#SUB#
Viktorov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Van Der Dusse defends well.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Van Der Dusse's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Van Der Dusse works over Viktorov with some ground and pound from guard.#T4#
Viktorov keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Viktorov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Van Der Dusse stands up over Viktorov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Van Der Dusse is working Viktorov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Viktorov looking to control.
Van Der Dusse is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse pushing down on Viktorov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Van Der Dusse lands a nice short elbow.
Van Der Dusse sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Viktorov defending well though.
Van Der Dusse looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Viktorov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Viktorov is refusing to be controlled, as Van Der Dusse sits in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anthon Van Der Dusse dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Viktorov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Van Der Dusse manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Van Der Dusse scores with a three punch combo!
Viktorov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Van Der Dusse finds it's way round the side to connect with Viktorov's head.
Viktorov fails with an attempt to clinch. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Viktorov to the ground. Van Der Dusse is now in Viktorov's guard.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of elbows.
Van Der Dusse has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Van Der Dusse accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Viktorov pulls Van Der Dusse in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
Viktorov working for a triangle but Van Der Dusse defends it easily.
Van Der Dusse postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T1#
Viktorov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Anthon Van Der Dusse has got the better of the ground game so far.
Viktorov keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Van Der Dusse accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Van Der Dusse pushes down on Viktorov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Van Der Dusse throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Viktorov to regain full guard. #SUB#
Viktorov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Van Der Dusse can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Viktorov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Van Der Dusse advances to half guard. #SUB#
Viktorov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T2#
Van Der Dusse slips a nice elbow through Viktorov's hands, connecting with Viktorov's forehead.
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. Van Der Dusse connects with a nice short shot to Viktorov's temple.
Van Der Dusse winds up and cracks Viktorov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Van Der Dusse scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Van Der Dusse is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Viktorov!
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Viktorov slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Van Der Dusse scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Van Der Dusse drops an elbow to the side of Viktorov's head.
Van Der Dusse scoring with strikes to the body and 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!
Van Der Dusse is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Van Der Dusse drops an elbow to the side of Viktorov's head. #T3#
Viktorov wants to control but Van Der Dusse is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Van Der Dusse prevents Viktorov from improving his position.#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Viktorov has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are battling for position here. Viktorov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Viktorov keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Viktorov is looking for a triangle here but Van Der Dusse uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Viktorov on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #T4#
Van Der Dusse works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Viktorov takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Van Der Dusse working the head and body with strikes.
Van Der Dusse landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #ROC2#
Viktorov is rocked!
Van Der Dusse working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Oh Viktorov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Viktorov tries to improve position but can't.
Van Der Dusse connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Viktorov some visible discomfort.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the action but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Viktorov taking a bit of punishment here - Van Der Dusse scoring with strikes.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the action but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Viktorov taking a bit of punishment here - Van Der Dusse scoring with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anthon Van Der Dusse showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Viktorov to the mat! Viktorov manages to get full guard.
Viktorov seems to have got his legs back now.#SUB#
Viktorov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Van Der Dusse cracks Viktorov with a solid left hand.
Viktorov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Viktorov working for a triangle but Van Der Dusse defends it easily.
Van Der Dusse trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of decent looking shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Viktorov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Van Der Dusse gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Van Der Dusse landing with the ground and pound. #T1#
Viktorov has momentary wrist control but Van Der Dusse slips an elbow through the middle.
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but Viktorov keeps moving.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands a big shot to Viktorov's brow.
Van Der Dusse is working Viktorov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Van Der Dusse scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Van Der Dusse scoring with punches to the head and body.
Van Der Dusse scoring with punches to the head and body.
Van Der Dusse stands up over Viktorov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Van Der Dusse tries to free his leg and advance position but Viktorov is retaining full guard.
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes from guard but Viktorov blocks nicely.
Viktorov trying to control the position.
Viktorov keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
Aleksey Viktorov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Van Der Dusse working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Van Der Dusse avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands a big shot to Viktorov's brow. #SUB#
Viktorov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but Viktorov keeps moving.
Van Der Dusse slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Viktorov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3#
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of digs.
Van Der Dusse landing some decent shots from guard.
Van Der Dusse missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Viktorov has momentary wrist control but Van Der Dusse slips an elbow through the middle.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB#
Van Der Dusse avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Van Der Dusse forces his way into half guard.
Van Der Dusse is keen to just control but Viktorov is a slippery customer.#T4#
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. Van Der Dusse connects with a nice short shot to Viktorov's temple.
Viktorov is looking to control Van Der Dusse's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Viktorov avoid being mounted?
Van Der Dusse is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Viktorov is not content to let Van Der Dusse control the position.
Van Der Dusse lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Anthon Van Der Dusse is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Van Der Dusse slips a nice elbow through Viktorov's hands, connecting with Viktorov's forehead.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Van Der Dusse looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Viktorov flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: New Year Bash
Date: Jan 04, 2020

#R1#
Van Der Dusse misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD2#
Neckbreaker tries to sprawl but Van Der Dusse drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Van Der Dusse throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Neckbreaker is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Punch Out Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Neckbreaker manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Neckbreaker looking for a sweep. Not yet Neckbreaker, not yet.
Van Der Dusse stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Neckbreaker swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Neckbreaker seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Van Der Dusse accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Van Der Dusse's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Neckbreaker utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Van Der Dusse's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Neckbreaker lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Neckbreaker controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Van Der Dusse 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.
Neckbreaker looking to pass the guard.
Van Der Dusse 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.
Neckbreaker postures up.
Van Der Dusse is pulling down on Neckbreaker's head to control his posture.
Neckbreaker throwing strikes from guard but Van Der Dusse blocks nicely. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Van Der Dusse wants to sweep but no luck.
Van Der Dusse working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Neckbreaker.
Van Der Dusse is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Neckbreaker is controlling him.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Neckbreaker is fighting to break Van Der Dusse's control of his arms but Van Der Dusse is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Van Der Dusse throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Anthon Van Der Dusse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Van Der Dusse fails with a takedown attempt.
Van Der Dusse with a lazy takedown attempt
and Neckbreaker counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Slammy Neckbreaker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.
Neckbreaker throws a combination. Van Der Dusse tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Neckbreaker stuns Van Der Dusse with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Neckbreaker digs a right hand into Van Der Dusse's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Van Der Dusse's gas tank. #T3#
Van Der Dusse wants to take the fight to the mat but Neckbreaker manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Van Der Dusse is trying to drag Neckbreaker to the mat but Neckbreaker just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC#
Neckbreaker breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #KD#
Neckbreaker lands a left and a right that send Van Der Dusse crashing to the mat, dazed. Neckbreaker thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#
Van Der Dusse is rocked!
Neckbreaker lands with a good body shot.
Van Der Dusse is still on wobbly legs! Can Neckbreaker finish him?
Van Der Dusse looks up at the clock. Bad move! Neckbreaker lands a right hand from hell, dropping Van Der Dusse. Neckbreaker pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Slammy Neckbreaker!
Slammy Neckbreaker seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Skrap Fights 93
Date: Oct 19, 2019

#R1#
MacNamara slips a jab from Van Der Dusse.
It looked like MacNamara wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
MacNamara throws a lazy right hand but Van Der Dusse sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by MacNamara.
Van Der Dusse thows a left - swing and a miss!
Van Der Dusse jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Anthon Van Der Dusse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacNamara takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
MacNamara takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Van Der Dusse blocks the body kick.
We've been told by MacNamara's head coaches at Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch™ that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Van Der Dusse chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before MacNamara can pounce on him.
Van Der Dusse throws a jab but it's blocked by MacNamara.
Van Der Dusse throws a right hand that MacNamara ducks under and follows up with a left that MacNamara also avoids with ease.
Van Der Dusse avoids the body shot from MacNamara.
MacNamara moves away from the strike by Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse throws a hook to the side of MacNamara's head but MacNamara sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Van Der Dusse fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacNamara manages to avoid it.
Van Der Dusse connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between MacNamara's hands.
Van Der Dusse swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by MacNamara.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Van Der Dusse throws a body punch but MacNamara moves out of range.
Van Der Dusse looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Van Der Dusse is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#T1#
MacNamara throws a wild body kick that Van Der Dusse sees coming a mile off.
Van Der Dusse drops down looking to force a counter takedown but MacNamara defends it well.
Seamus MacNamara is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Van Der Dusse throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacNamara sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A quick step to the side and MacNamara tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Van Der Dusse takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Van Der Dusse fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Van Der Dusse blocks the body kick.
MacNamara ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Van Der Dusse throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little feinted left hand from MacNamara on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
MacNamara swings for the body but Van Der Dusse moves out of range.
MacNamara takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jab, jab by MacNamara - just one landing.
Van Der Dusse takes a swing at MacNamara's ribcage but misses.
Van Der Dusse misses with a right hand
enabling MacNamara to counter with a crisp jab.
MacNamara getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Van Der Dusse swings away with a body shot that misses
and MacNamara counters with a straight right hand.
Van Der Dusse takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Van Der Dusse throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2#
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as MacNamara sprawls well. MacNamara wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Van Der Dusse gets slowly back to his feet.
Seamus MacNamara has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.
MacNamara throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Van Der Dusse stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
MacNamara lands with a good body shot.
MacNamara slips a straight right by Van Der Dusse.
MacNamara keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like MacNamara wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Van Der Dusse throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
MacNamara works Van Der Dusse's body with a nice hook.
MacNamara pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
MacNamara lands a lovely overhand right.
Van Der Dusse shoots in but no luck this time.
Van Der Dusse rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacNamara makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
MacNamara digs a good hook to Van Der Dusse's body.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Van Der Dusse crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from MacNamara - the referee stops the clock and Van Der Dusse gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says MacNamara. Van Der Dusse manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#T3#
MacNamara is looking for a sweep. Van Der Dusse is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
MacNamara pushes Van Der Dusse off looking to stand but Van Der Dusse dives back in and keeps control.
MacNamara trying to hold on to Van Der Dusse's head to control him but Van Der Dusse postures up.
MacNamara is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Van Der Dusse's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Van Der Dusse's back!
MacNamara is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
MacNamara has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
MacNamara trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
MacNamara keeps control of the position as Van Der Dusse tries to break free.
Will MacNamara go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
MacNamara has good solid back control here. #T4#
Van Der Dusse trying to control but not successfully.
MacNamara lands strikes to the head.
MacNamara tries to keep control of the position but Van Der Dusse is staying busy.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Van Der Dusse breaks MacNamara's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Van Der Dusse with a nice head shot there.
Van Der Dusse stands up over MacNamara, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Van Der Dusse with a flurry of punches that miss.
MacNamara is looking to stand up but Van Der Dusse isn't so interested in that idea.
Van Der Dusse makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Van Der Dusse looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacNamara bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Van Der Dusse's guard. #REVR#
MacNamara sitting in guard, not really doing much.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Seamus MacNamara dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Van Der Dusse throws a combination that misses
and MacNamara counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Van Der Dusse thinking.
MacNamara is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Van Der Dusse can do to turn this around?
MacNamara slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
MacNamara throws a half hearted mid kick.
MacNamara fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Van Der Dusse looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
MacNamara throws a sloppy head kick and Van Der Dusse moves out of range easily.
Van Der Dusse lands with a hook. MacNamara tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
MacNamara misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Van Der Dusse.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting MacNamara here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
A shot to the body from Van Der Dusse misses
and MacNamara counters with an outside leg kick.
MacNamara with a hook.
MacNamara slips under a jab.
MacNamara scores with a head kick. Van Der Dusse tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Van Der Dusse throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Van Der Dusse misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacNamara.
MacNamara thinks about countering with a body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacNamara digs a good body shot into Van Der Dusse's ribs.
MacNamara lands with a nice body kick.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with MacNamara but MacNamara pushes him off and we're back to square one.
MacNamara ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Van Der Dusse moves away.#T1#
Nice shot by Van Der Dusse.
MacNamara sizes up Van Der Dusse with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Van Der Dusse punishes MacNamara's body with a nice straight punch.
MacNamara ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Van Der Dusse moves away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Van Der Dusse! But no joy.
Van Der Dusse throws a body shot but no joy.
Van Der Dusse throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacNamara counters with a nice leg kick.
MacNamara lands a leg kick that knocks Van Der Dusse off balance momentarily.
Van Der Dusse misses with a takedown
and MacNamara counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Van Der Dusse throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Van Der Dusse avoids the body shot from MacNamara.
MacNamara throws a wild body kick that Van Der Dusse sees coming a mile off.
Crunch! MacNamara slams his shin into Van Der Dusse's torso.
Van Der Dusse keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Van Der Dusse looks for a takedown but MacNamara sprawls well.
Seamus MacNamara has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.
MacNamara misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Van Der Dusse.
MacNamara is looking to wear down Van Der Dusse with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T2#
Van Der Dusse on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Van Der Dusse is trying hard to land a takedown here. MacNamara sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
An attempted straight right counter from MacNamara misses the target.
MacNamara lands with a straight right. Van Der Dusse didn't see that one coming.
MacNamara staying out of range there.
MacNamara connects with a body shot that sends Van Der Dusse's belly button to the back.
Van Der Dusse avoids the body shot from MacNamara.
MacNamara swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Van Der Dusse throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around MacNamara's waist but MacNamara gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Van Der Dusse off to one side.
MacNamara throws a half hearted mid kick.
MacNamara misses with a wild body shot.
Van Der Dusse moves out of range of the body kick from MacNamara.
MacNamara connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Van Der Dusse has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from MacNamara.
MacNamara throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Seamus MacNamara overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
MacNamara 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.#T3#
MacNamara preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
MacNamara has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
MacNamara controls Van Der Dusse momentarily but Van Der Dusse frees himself.
MacNamara looking for a sweep. Not yet MacNamara, not yet.
MacNamara pulls Van Der Dusse in close to his closed guard and prevents Van Der Dusse from doing any damage or advancing position.
Van Der Dusse makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Van Der Dusse throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Van Der Dusse postures up in MacNamara's guard and throws a big left but MacNamara blocks it.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of digs.
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.
MacNamara is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Van Der Dusse's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T4#
Van Der Dusse preventing the sweep.
MacNamara is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Van Der Dusse is controlling him.
MacNamara trying to control the position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Van Der Dusse's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
MacNamara is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
MacNamara working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Van Der Dusse.
MacNamara trying to control the position.
Van Der Dusse is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but MacNamara keeps moving.
MacNamara tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of elbows.
MacNamara looking to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Seamus MacNamara dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
MacNamara moves out of range of the strikes.
A quick step to the side and MacNamara tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. MacNamara is trying to defend but Van Der Dusse finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Van Der Dusse lands a nice short elbow.
MacNamara has hold of Van Der Dusse's hands but Van Der Dusse slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Van Der Dusse wants to pass the guard but MacNamara is defending well.
MacNamara wants to get back to his feet.
MacNamara is pressing down on Van Der Dusse's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Van Der Dusse working some strikes from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse won't allow MacNamara to sweep him here.
Van Der Dusse with a flurry of punches that miss.
MacNamara might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now MacNamara is on top in guard. #REVR#
MacNamara trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Der Dusse is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
MacNamara avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T1#
MacNamara works over Van Der Dusse with some ground and pound from guard.
MacNamara is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
MacNamara trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Der Dusse is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacNamara looking to sit in guard and control but Van Der Dusse gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Van Der Dusse is looking to work some ground and pound but MacNamara has wrist control.
Van Der Dusse landing with the ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse prevents MacNamara from getting back to his feet.
Van Der Dusse throws a big right hand that misses.
Van Der Dusse cracks MacNamara with a solid left hand.
MacNamara trying to keep a closed guard but Van Der Dusse is proving a slippery customer. #T2#
MacNamara preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
MacNamara is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
MacNamara is controlling Van Der Dusse's posture.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Van Der Dusse's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
MacNamara looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Van Der Dusse prevents MacNamara from getting back to his feet.
MacNamara keeping full guard, as Van Der Dusse tries to pass.
MacNamara seems keen to control Van Der Dusse's posture.
MacNamara bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Van Der Dusse's guard. #REVR#
MacNamara trying to control but Van Der Dusse is working from the bottom. #T3#
MacNamara won't allow Van Der Dusse to sweep him here.
MacNamara trying to control but Van Der Dusse is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Van Der Dusse escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. MacNamara gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
MacNamara is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #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.#SU#
MacNamara gets to his feet. Van Der Dusse looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #TD2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Van Der Dusse lands in his opponent's guard.
Anthon Van Der Dusse has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
MacNamara looking to control.
MacNamara 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#
MacNamara is trying to control the action in half guard but Van Der Dusse is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Seamus MacNamara is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Van Der Dusse regains full guard. Nicely done.
MacNamara trying to control but Van Der Dusse is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse is looking for a triangle but MacNamara pushes his legs off easily.
Van Der Dusse takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
MacNamara trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Der Dusse is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anthon Van Der Dusse comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think MacNamara 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight for Seamus MacNamara!
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight for Seamus MacNamara!
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight for Seamus MacNamara!

Seamus MacNamara wins by unanimous decision!
Seamus MacNamara decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Skrap Fights 86
Date: Sep 27, 2019

#R1#
BySubtraction's jab looks to have found its range, popping Van Der Dusse under the eye.
BySubtraction scores with a nice right hand.
BySubtraction tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Van Der Dusse paws at him with a jab and circles away.
BySubtraction throws a shot from downtown. Van Der Dusse moves away and avoids it.
BySubtraction ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Van Der Dusse moves away.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Van Der Dusse.
We've been hearing good reports from BySubtraction'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.
Van Der Dusse scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at BySubtraction to see if he's OK.
BySubtraction parries the strikes from Van Der Dusse easily there. Van Der Dusse is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable BySubtraction to escape.
You can see the frustration on BySubtraction's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Van Der Dusse throws a strike aimed at the side of BySubtraction's head but BySubtraction avoids it well.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Van Der Dusse working away.
BySubtraction tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Van Der Dusse wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
BySubtraction avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Van Der Dusse.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
BySubtraction struggling a bit here.#T1#
Van Der Dusse scoring with punches from side control.
BySubtraction is trying to control Van Der Dusse's posture but Van Der Dusse avoids it.
Van Der Dusse working the head and body with strikes.
Van Der Dusse working the body and head with strikes.
BySubtraction struggling a bit here.
BySubtraction avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Van Der Dusse.
BySubtraction is looking for a sweep.
BySubtraction wants to control but Van Der Dusse postures up.
Van Der Dusse connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused BySubtraction some visible discomfort.
BySubtraction on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
BySubtraction is trying to control Van Der Dusse's posture but Van Der Dusse avoids it.
Van Der Dusse wants to lay and pray for a moment but BySubtraction keeps working. #T2#
BySubtraction wants to control but Van Der Dusse postures up.
BySubtraction takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
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.
BySubtraction holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
Van Der Dusse working the ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse looking to punish the body of his opponent here but BySubtraction is avoiding damage well.
BySubtraction is trying to control Van Der Dusse's posture but Van Der Dusse avoids it.
Van Der Dusse scores with punches from side control.
Van Der Dusse cracks BySubtraction with a big elbow.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
BySubtraction tries to get back to half guard but can't.
BySubtraction parries the strikes from Van Der Dusse easily there. Van Der Dusse is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable BySubtraction to escape.
BySubtraction struggling a bit here.
Check out the look on Van Der Dusse's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter! #T3#
BySubtraction defending against the ground and pound.
You can see the frustration on BySubtraction's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Van Der Dusse in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
BySubtraction takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain. #ROC2#
BySubtraction is rocked!
Van Der Dusse looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
BySubtraction wants to control but Van Der Dusse postures up.
Oh BySubtraction is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Van Der Dusse scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh BySubtraction is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Van Der Dusse can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anthon Van Der Dusse!
Anthon Van Der Dusse decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Skrap Fights 75
Date: Aug 23, 2019

#R1#
Sendou throws out a leg kick but Van Der Dusse moves out of range and Sendou only half commits.
Van Der Dusse misses with a hook. Sendou ducked under it nicely.
Van Der Dusse scores with a jab to the body.
A slapping body kick lands there for Sendou.
Sendou tries to close the distance and clinch up but Van Der Dusse swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Van Der Dusse swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD#
Van Der Dusse gets a takedown into half guard.
Van Der Dusse throwing shots but Sendou is blocking nicely.
Van Der Dusse thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sendou's head.
Van Der Dusse slips a nice elbow through Sendou's hands, connecting with Sendou's forehead.
Sendou wants to get back to full guard.
Sendou trying to control here.
Van Der Dusse slips a nice elbow through Sendou's hands, connecting with Sendou's forehead.
Van Der Dusse is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
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!
Sendou avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Sendou is looking for a sweep. Van Der Dusse is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Sendou is trying to control but can't.
Van Der Dusse scoring with strikes to the body and head. #ROC#
Sendou is rocked!
Van Der Dusse lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Sendou! More strikes land and this one is all over! Van Der Dusse jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anthon Van Der Dusse!
A very excited looking Anthon Van Der Dusse 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: EFC Pato vs Paa
Date: Jul 27, 2019

#R1#
Van Der Dusse swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Van Der Dusse throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Nobody counter with a right hand.
Van Der Dusse misses the shot to the body.
A cross from Nobody lands.
Nobody slips under a jab.
Van Der Dusse tries for a takedown but Nobody circles away easily
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Nobody ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Van Der Dusse ducks under a wild hook from Nobody.
Van Der Dusse is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nobody.
Van Der Dusse misses with a straight left. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse dives in and scores a takedown into Nobody's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nobody wants to get back to his feet but Van Der Dusse is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Van Der Dusse postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Van Der Dusse prevents Nobody from getting back to his feet.
Van Der Dusse in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Van Der Dusse won't allow Nobody to get back to his feet.
Van Der Dusse postures up in Nobody's guard and throws a big left but Nobody blocks it.
Van Der Dusse is working Nobody over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nobody wants to stand up but Van Der Dusse is controlling him.
Van Der Dusse throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Nobody works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Nobody wants to get back to his feet but Van Der Dusse is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Van Der Dusse landing some decent shots from guard.
Nobody wants to stand but Van Der Dusse is controlling the position.
Van Der Dusse connects with a couple of short punches.
Van Der Dusse loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #ES#
Nobody uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Van Der Dusse takes a swing at Nobody's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Van Der Dusse clobbers Nobody with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Van Der Dusse takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Nobody dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Van Der Dusse throws a body shot but no joy.
Van Der Dusse tries for a takedown but Nobody circles away easily
and Nobody counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nobody with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nice sprawl there from Nobody as Van Der Dusse shoots in.
Nigel Nobody has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.
Nobody misses the shot to the body.
Van Der Dusse takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Nobody ducks under a wild hook from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Nobody was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
That kick from Nobody tenderised Van Der Dusse's leg. Van Der Dusse is trying to keep his angry face on.
Van Der Dusse swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Nobody counter with a right hand.
Van Der Dusse swings away with a body shot that misses
and Nobody counters with a right hand to the body. #T3#
Nobody slips under a jab from Van Der Dusse.
It looked like Nobody wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nobody 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.
Van Der Dusse misses with a series of wild punches.
It looked like Nobody wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nobody uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Van Der Dusse.
Nobody dips to his left and cracks Van Der Dusse with an uppercut!
Nobody misses with a body kick.
Van Der Dusse gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Van Der Dusse takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC#
Van Der Dusse is rocked!
Nobody scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Van Der Dusse throws a body shot but no joy.
Nobody misses with a lunging right hand
and Nobody takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nobody plants his feet and throws a 3 punch combo. Miss, miss, boom! The third punch, a big right hook, connects right on the temple and drops Van Der Dusse to the mat, unconscious! This fight is all over! Van Der Dusse just couldn't keep out of the way of the whole flurry of punches!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Nigel Nobody!
An out of breath Nigel Nobody thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: EFC Maeda vs Petrone
Date: Jun 29, 2019

#R1#
A punch combination from Van Der Dusse misses.
Matonen missing with a left hand there. Van Der Dusse was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Matonen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Van Der Dusse punishes Matonen's body with a nice straight punch.
Van Der Dusse tries to bum rush Matonen with a series of wild strikes but Matonen uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Matonen throws a one two combo.
Van Der Dusse throws a body punch but Matonen moves out of range.
Matonen punishes Van Der Dusse's body with a nice straight punch.#TD#
Van Der Dusse scores with a takedown into Matonen's guard.
Van Der Dusse has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Matonen wants to sweep here but Van Der Dusse controlling him for the moment.
Van Der Dusse trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Van Der Dusse stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Matonen swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Van Der Dusse missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
Van Der Dusse postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Van Der Dusse trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Matonen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Van Der Dusse.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Van Der Dusse accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Matonen is controlling Van Der Dusse's posture.
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes but missing.
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes but missing.
Van Der Dusse with a flurry of punches that miss.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Van Der Dusse accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Matonen controlling Van Der Dusse's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Matonen preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes but missing.
Van Der Dusse trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Matonen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Van Der Dusse shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Matonen counters with a nice leg kick.
Van Der Dusse throws an off balance right hand
and Matonen makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Matonen darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T3#
Van Der Dusse throws a big shot that misses.
Van Der Dusse misses with a wild combination.
Matonen is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Van Der Dusse with a body shot.
Van Der Dusse takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Matonen lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Matonen thuds a left hand into Van Der Dusse's body.
Matonen jabs Van Der Dusse to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Van Der Dusse misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Van Der Dusse swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Matonen counters with a nice low kick that buckles Van Der Dusse's knee momentarily.
Van Der Dusse avoids the body shot from Matonen.
Van Der Dusse misses the shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Van Der Dusse. Matonen does a little dance to reset his feet.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Van Der Dusse throws a big shot that misses.
Matonen is looking for the big counter here.
Matonen misses with a series of wild punches. #T4#
Matonen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Matonen is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Matonen looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Matonen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Van Der Dusse finds it's way round the side to connect with Matonen's head.
Van Der Dusse will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anthon Van Der Dusse. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Van Der Dusse throws a hook to the side of Matonen's head but Matonen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Matonen digs a good hook to Van Der Dusse's body.
Matonen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Matonen lands with a good body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Matonen. Van Der Dusse does a little dance to reset his feet.
Van Der Dusse misses with a body shot.
Van Der Dusse throws a right and a left that both miss.
Matonen lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Matonen with a nice cross.
Matonen looks to land a combination. Van Der Dusse sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Van Der Dusse cracks Matonen with a good jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Usko Matonen dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
It's a brutal combination of punches from Matonen! Van Der Dusse is backing up but he can't get away as Matonen lands with one final shot to the jaw that drops Van Der Dusse and ends the fight. Great knockout.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Usko Matonen!
After the fight, Usko Matonen was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: EFC Pulu vs Izmir
Date: Jun 08, 2019

#R1#
Jorgensen fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Jorgensen fails with the takedown.
Jorgensen tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Van Der Dusse swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Demetrious Jorgensen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Van Der Dusse misses with a straight right.
Van Der Dusse throws a jab but it's blocked by Jorgensen.
Jorgensen appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Jorgensen has his takedown stuffed
and Van Der Dusse counters with a stiff right hand. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Jorgensen is trying to get back to full guard.
Van Der Dusse wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jorgensen keeps working. #SUB#
Jorgensen is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Van Der Dusse pulls his head out easily.
Van Der Dusse not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Jorgensen is looking to improve his position.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Van Der Dusse is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Van Der Dusse working over Jorgensen with some ground and pound. Jorgensen looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Van Der Dusse lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Van Der Dusse is trying to control. Jorgensen wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Van Der Dusse is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Jorgensen is defending against the submission attempts here by Van Der Dusse.
Jorgensen wants to improve his position but Van Der Dusse is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jorgensen is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Van Der Dusse's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Van Der Dusse's back!
Jorgensen is trying to stick to Van Der Dusse's back but Van Der Dusse is turning into Jorgensen. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Jorgensen's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Van Der Dusse.#T2#
Van Der Dusse loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Jorgensen wants to sweep here but Van Der Dusse controlling him for the moment.
Van Der Dusse must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Van Der Dusse postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Van Der Dusse working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Van Der Dusse postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Van Der Dusse postures up.
Jorgensen looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Van Der Dusse missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Van Der Dusse distracts Jorgensen with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Jorgensen pulls Van Der Dusse in close to prevent any damage.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of elbows.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes from guard but Jorgensen blocks nicely.
Jorgensen 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##T3#
Jorgensen drops an elbow to the side of Van Der Dusse's head.
Van Der Dusse is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jorgensen's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jorgensen's back!
Van Der Dusse avoiding Jorgensen 's attempts to control his hands.
Jorgensen is trapped and Van Der Dusse is scoring with shots to the head and body.
Jorgensen trying to control the hands but Van Der Dusse won't let him. #SUB2#
Jorgensen showing good submission defense here.
Van Der Dusse has the hooks in. Jorgensen is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Jorgensen is working hard here to advance position.
Jorgensen tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T4#
Van Der Dusse unloading with bombs!
Jorgensen wants to control but Van Der Dusse is having none of it.
Van Der Dusse punishing his opponent with strikes.
Jorgensen tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Van Der Dusse with a couple of short strikes.
Van Der Dusse cracks Jorgensen with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Jorgensen tries to hold on but Van Der Dusse pushes him away.
Van Der Dusse with the ground and pound from mount.
Jorgensen is looking to improve his position but Van Der Dusse isn't that keen on the idea.
Van Der Dusse scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Jorgensen?
Jorgensen manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Jorgensen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jorgensen avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Van Der Dusse.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anthon Van Der Dusse dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Jorgensen shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Van Der Dusse but Van Der Dusse pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Jorgensen changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Van Der Dusse tries to avoid it but Jorgensen manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Van Der Dusse to the ground. Van Der Dusse escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Van Der Dusse scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jorgensen goes for a double leg but Van Der Dusse avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Van Der Dusse continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Demetrious Jorgensen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Van Der Dusse wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Van Der Dusse throws a left and a right that both miss #TD#
and Jorgensen counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Jorgensen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Van Der Dusse is keeping the position for now.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jorgensen's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Van Der Dusse is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Anthon Van Der Dusse has got the better of the ground game so far.
Jorgensen is looking for a sweep. Van Der Dusse is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Van Der Dusse is nestled in close to Jorgensen, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jorgensen moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Van Der Dusse throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Van Der Dusse missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Jorgensen is pulling down on Van Der Dusse's head. It's preventing any offense from Van Der Dusse, at least for the moment.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of digs.
Van Der Dusse stopping the sweep attempt from Jorgensen.
Van Der Dusse scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Jorgensen working a defensive guard here.
Van Der Dusse missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Van Der Dusse throws a big elbow that misses.
Van Der Dusse postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Van Der Dusse scoring with punches to the head and body.
Jorgensen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Van Der Dusse cracks Jorgensen with a solid left hand.#T2#
Van Der Dusse scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Jorgensen 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#
Jorgensen takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Jorgensen missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Van Der Dusse makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Van Der Dusse.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jorgensen's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Jorgensen is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Jorgensen makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Jorgensen throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Van Der Dusse works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jorgensen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Jorgensen landing some decent shots from guard.
Van Der Dusse is trying to control the position but Jorgensen postures up. #T3#
Van Der Dusse bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Jorgensen's guard. #REVB#
Jorgensen looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Jorgensen is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes from guard but Jorgensen blocks nicely.
Jorgensen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jorgensen 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.
Jorgensen is trying to control the position but Van Der Dusse postures up.
Van Der Dusse is in close to Jorgensen's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Van Der Dusse throws a strike but Jorgensen rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##ES2#
Van Der Dusse kicks Jorgensen off and gets to his feet.
Van Der Dusse tests Jorgensen's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Van Der Dusse misses with a looping left.
Van Der Dusse throws a sloppy body shot #TD#
and Jorgensen counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Van Der Dusse trying to keep a closed guard but Jorgensen is proving a slippery customer.
Jorgensen scoring with some ground and pound.
Jorgensen is pushing down on Van Der Dusse's leg trying to pass to half guard. Van Der Dusse is fighting to maintain full guard but Jorgensen has managed to sneak the leg through.
Jorgensen is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Jorgensen working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Van Der Dusse tries to get to full guard but Jorgensen has control of the leg.
Van Der Dusse 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.#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jorgensen pulls his head out easily.
Nice strikes from Jorgensen there.
Jorgensen working Van Der Dusse over with strikes.
Jorgensen is nestled in close to Van Der Dusse, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
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 Demetrious Jorgensen will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Van Der Dusse. Jorgensen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Van Der Dusse throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jorgensen sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD#
Jorgensen closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Van Der Dusse's guard.
Jorgensen is working Van Der Dusse over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Jorgensen with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Jorgensen lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Jorgensen lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#ROC#
Van Der Dusse is rocked!
Van Der Dusse has momentary wrist control but Jorgensen slips an elbow through the middle.
Van Der Dusse is still in real trouble! Can Jorgensen finish him?
Jorgensen with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Jorgensen arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Van Der Dusse'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 1:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Demetrious Jorgensen!

Event: DSC STRIKE 53
Date: May 04, 2019

#R1#
Russo Jr throws a lazy uppercut
and Van Der Dusse counters with a lovely straight right hand!#TD#
Van Der Dusse shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Russo Jr is trying to defend but Van Der Dusse finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Russo Jr wants to control but Van Der Dusse is keeping busy.
Van Der Dusse is nestled in close to Russo Jr, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Van Der Dusse trying to pass the guard but Russo Jr defending well.
Van Der Dusse is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice strikes from Van Der Dusse there.
Van Der Dusse drops an elbow to the side of Russo Jr's head.
Van Der Dusse stalling away here and it's allowed Russo Jr to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T1#
Russo Jr trying to control the position.
Van Der Dusse 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.
Van Der Dusse postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Van Der Dusse postures up in Russo Jr's guard and throws a big left but Russo Jr blocks it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Van Der Dusse in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Van Der Dusse wants to pass the guard but Russo Jr is keeping the position.
Russo Jr preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Van Der Dusse postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Russo Jr looking for a sweep. Not yet Russo Jr, not yet.
Van Der Dusse loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Russo Jr seems keen to control Van Der Dusse's posture.
Van Der Dusse loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T2#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Van Der Dusse's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Van Der Dusse won't allow Russo Jr to sweep him here.
Van Der Dusse loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Russo Jr utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse stopping the sweep attempt from Russo Jr.
Russo Jr is trying to keep Van Der Dusse in close.
Van Der Dusse trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Russo Jr wants to sweep but no luck.
Van Der Dusse throws a strike but Russo Jr rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB2#
Russo Jr drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Van Der Dusse manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Russo Jr has Van Der Dusse in his guard.#REVR#
Van Der Dusse is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Official UFC Performance Institute Training Center that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but Russo Jr keeps moving. #T3#
Russo Jr avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Russo Jr controls Van Der Dusse momentarily but Van Der Dusse frees himself.
Russo Jr manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Van Der Dusse manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Russo Jr wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Van Der Dusse's closed guard. He's half up but Van Der Dusse has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Van Der Dusse pivots and extends the arm, Russo Jr falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Van Der Dusse! Well done that man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Anthon Van Der Dusse!
Anthon Van Der Dusse thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: DSC STRIKE 49
Date: Apr 17, 2019

#R1#
Van Der Dusse gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Steve Jr counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice shot lands for Steve Jr.
Van Der Dusse has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Official UFC Performance Institute Training Center in the buildup to the fight.
Steve Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Van Der Dusse misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A big right from Steve Jr misses.
Steve Jr fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Van Der Dusse avoids it really well and circles away.
Steve Jr keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anthon Van Der Dusse. 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.
Steve Jr misses with a body shot.
Steve Jr throws a lazy right hand but Van Der Dusse sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Van Der Dusse displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Steve Jr throws out the jab.
Van Der Dusse misses the shot to the body.
Anthon Van Der Dusse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Steve Jr moves forwards but Van Der Dusse connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T1#
Van Der Dusse throws a lazy uppercut
and Steve Jr counters with a right hand to the body.
Van Der Dusse has his takedown stuffed
and Steve Jr counters with a stiff right hand.
Van Der Dusse slips a jab from Steve Jr.
Steve Jr has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Van Der Dusse misses with a lunging right hand
and Steve Jr counters with a straight right hand.
Steve Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Van Der Dusse shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Steve Jr defends it nicely.
A countering left hand to the body from Steve Jr misses.
A jab lands there for Steve Jr.
Steve Jr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Van Der Dusse is looking to counter punch.
Steve Jr has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Steve Jr there as he acknowledges the shot.
Steve Jr shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Van Der Dusse sprawls well. Van Der Dusse wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Steve Jr gets slowly back to his feet.#T2#
Steve Jr's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Van Der Dusse connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Steve Jr scrambles back to his feet.
Van Der Dusse misses with a body shot.
Steve Jr moves away from the strike by Van Der Dusse.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Van Der Dusse gets a double leg takedown into Steve Jr's guard.#SUB2#
Steve Jr is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Van Der Dusse defends well.#SUB2#
Steve Jr escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Van Der Dusse gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Steve Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands a big shot to Steve Jr's brow. #T3##SUB2#
Steve Jr is looking for a triangle but Van Der Dusse pushes his legs off easily.
Van Der Dusse chips away with some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Steve Jr's head.#SUB2#
Steve Jr has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Van Der Dusse is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Steve Jr.
Steve Jr is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Van Der Dusse has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Van Der Dusse landing a few strikes.
Van Der Dusse cracks Steve Jr with a big elbow.
Van Der Dusse lands a decent elbow from side control.
Van Der Dusse working the ground and pound from side control.
Steve Jr wants to get back to his feet.
Steve Jr tries to bench press Van Der Dusse off him but Van Der Dusse keeps the position.
Van Der Dusse grinds an elbow into Steve Jr's temple. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Van Der Dusse tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Van Der Dusse has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T4#
Van Der Dusse scoring with punches from side control.
Steve Jr tries to improve position but can't.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Van Der Dusse is putting a hurting on Steve Jr here, landing some big shots from side control.
Steve Jr manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Van Der Dusse lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Steve Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Van Der Dusse lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Steve Jr wants to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
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. Van Der Dusse connects with a nice short shot to Steve Jr's temple.
Steve Jr is not content to let Van Der Dusse control the position.#SUB2#
Steve Jr looking for submissions off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anthon Van Der Dusse dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Steve Jr misses with a two punch combination.
Van Der Dusse connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Van Der Dusse throws a body shot but no joy.
Steve Jr scores with a punch to the head.
Van Der Dusse misses with a hook. Steve Jr ducked under it nicely.
Van Der Dusse scores with a sloppy right hand. Steve Jr should have avoided that one. #TD#
Van Der Dusse shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Steve Jr manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of digs.#SUB2#
Steve Jr pushes a forearm under Van Der Dusse's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Van Der Dusse is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). George Steve Jr!
George Steve Jr is the new featherweight champion!
George Steve Jr decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: DSC STRIKE 45
Date: Mar 27, 2019

#R1#
Van Der Dusse lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Shaq to the mat! Shaq manages to get full guard.
Shaq is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Van Der Dusse is controlling him.
Van Der Dusse throws a strike but Shaq rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Van Der Dusse has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Van Der Dusse working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
Van Der Dusse is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Shaq is aware though and is defending well.
Shaq controls from within his opponent's guard.
Shaq is working Van Der Dusse over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Shaq wants to control from the top but Van Der Dusse keeps moving.
Shaq has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse has an active guard here but Shaq has managed to pass into half guard. #T1#
Van Der Dusse is looking for a sweep. Shaq is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Van Der Dusse is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Van Der Dusse has hold of Shaq's hands but Shaq slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Van Der Dusse is looking for a sweep. Shaq is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Shaq has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Van Der Dusse tries to roll over but Shaq keeps him under control.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Van Der Dusse trying to control here. #SUB2#
Van Der Dusse looking for submissions off his back.
Van Der Dusse is trying to maintain the position but Shaq is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Shaq trying to control the pace. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Van Der Dusse fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T3#
Van Der Dusse throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Shaq counters with a single leg into guard. Van Der Dusse didn't expect that.
Van Der Dusse not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Shaq slips nicely into half guard.
Van Der Dusse is looking for a sweep. Shaq is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shaq is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Shaq slows the pace down in half guard.
Shaq'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.
Van Der Dusse is looking for a sweep. Shaq is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Shaq is taking a breather. Van Der Dusse 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.
Shaq trying to control from half guard but Van Der Dusse is working away.
Van Der Dusse blocking the ground and pound attempt from Shaq.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse actively working from the bottom here.
Van Der Dusse is refusing to be controlled, as Shaq sits in half guard.
Van Der Dusse is trying to control but Shaq manages to pass to mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Roadman Shaq dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Van Der Dusse shoots in but no luck this time.
Anthon Van Der Dusse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Van Der Dusse ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shaq moves away.
Shaq tries to counter with a takedown but Van Der Dusse is quick to defend against it.
Van Der Dusse throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Van Der Dusse misses with a takedown attempt - Shaq sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Shaq attempts a counter takedown but Van Der Dusse avoids it well and moves away.
Shaq uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Van Der Dusse. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Shaq's guard.
Shaq is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse throws a strike but Shaq rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Shaq trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Der Dusse is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shaq sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1#
Shaq is fighting to break Van Der Dusse's control of his arms but Van Der Dusse is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Shaq showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Our spies down at at Official UFC Performance Institute Training Center inform us that Van Der Dusse has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Shaq trying to control but Van Der Dusse is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Van Der Dusse had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Shaq defends it easily.
Shaq won't allow Van Der Dusse to sweep him here.
Van Der Dusse working a defensive guard here. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Van Der Dusse wants to sweep here but Shaq controlling him for the moment.
Van Der Dusse can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Shaq controls the pace.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Van Der Dusse is on top in guard. #REVB#
Shaq wants to get back to his feet but Van Der Dusse is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Van Der Dusse trying to move into half guard but instead Shaq has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Shaq stopping the sweep attempt from Van Der Dusse.#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Shaq is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3#
Van Der Dusse tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Shaq 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.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position.
Shaq controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Van Der Dusse is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Shaq is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Shaq lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Shaq got a little sloppy there for a moment and Van Der Dusse has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Shaq has managed to get both his arms back between Van Der Dusse's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Shaq can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Shaq content to stall in guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shaq postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Roadman Shaq will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Van Der Dusse lands a slapping body shot.
Van Der Dusse scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Van Der Dusse misses with a telegraphed body shot #TD#
and Shaq counters with a shoot takedown. Van Der Dusse fights it but they end up in guard.
Shaq trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Der Dusse is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Roadman Shaq overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Shaq got a little sloppy there for a moment and Van Der Dusse has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Shaq has managed to get both his arms back between Van Der Dusse's legs - danger averted.
Shaq slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Van Der Dusse keeping moving, preventing Shaq from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shaq landing with the ground and pound. #T1#
Van Der Dusse being controlled here, momentarily.
Shaq seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Van Der Dusse for as long as he can get away with.#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Shaq sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse lands a jab to Shaq's midsection.
Shaq gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
so Shaq counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Van Der Dusse looking for a sweep. Not yet Van Der Dusse, not yet.
Shaq engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
Shaq is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Van Der Dusse being controlled here, momentarily.
Van Der Dusse looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shaq is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Van Der Dusse had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Shaq defends it easily.
Shaq looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Shaq trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Der Dusse is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #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.#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Shaq has his hands clasped together but Van Der Dusse extends and breaks Shaq's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Van Der Dusse.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Anthon Van Der Dusse!
Anthon Van Der Dusse is the new featherweight champion!
Anthon Van Der Dusse seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Roadman Shaq spoke after the fight, saying '"Perspiration ting"'.

Event: DSC STRIKE 42
Date: Mar 09, 2019

#R1#
Gracias lands with a nice combination. Van Der Dusse backs away looking to recover.#TD#
Van Der Dusse bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Gracias taking a bit of punishment here - Van Der Dusse scoring with strikes.
We've been hearing that Van Der Dusse has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Gracias pushes Van Der Dusse away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Van Der Dusse gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Gracias prevents Van Der Dusse from moving into mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Van Der Dusse connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Gracias some visible discomfort.
Gracias 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.
Van Der Dusse wants to control but Gracias is keeping him busy.
Van Der Dusse cracks Gracias with an elbow. That is naaassty.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gracias is looking for a sweep.
Van Der Dusse looks up at the clock and then as Gracias takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Van Der Dusse smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Van Der Dusse in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Gracias tries to improve position but can't.
Van Der Dusse tries to move to mount but Gracias blocks the move with his legs.
Gracias regains half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Van Der Dusse landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Van Der Dusse lands strikes from half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Gracias can do anything to dispel that myth.#T1#
Van Der Dusse lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Van Der Dusse is thwarting Gracias's attempts to control the position.
Van Der Dusse looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Gracias with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Van Der Dusse connects with a nice short shot to Gracias's temple. #ROC#
Gracias is rocked!
Gracias trying to control from the bottom.
Gracias is still in real trouble! Can Van Der Dusse finish him?
Van Der Dusse trying to control the action but Gracias is working from the bottom.
Gracias seems to have recovered his senses.
Van Der Dusse looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Van Der Dusse winds up and cracks Gracias with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Van Der Dusse lands a big elbow - Gracias 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 Van Der Dusse!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anthon Van Der Dusse!
Anthon Van Der Dusse thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: DSC STRIKE 39
Date: Feb 23, 2019

#R1#
Boudica throws a half hearted mid kick.
That kick from Boudica tenderised Van Der Dusse's leg. Van Der Dusse is trying to keep his angry face on.#TD2#
Van Der Dusse changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Boudica looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Van Der Dusse is working Boudica over with some ground and pound from side control.
Boudica is trying to get back to half guard.
Van Der Dusse lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Van Der Dusse cracks Boudica with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Boudica is trying to control Van Der Dusse's posture but Van Der Dusse avoids it.
Boudica is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Van Der Dusse off and has taken his back!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Van Der Dusse trying to control but not successfully.
Van Der Dusse turns into Boudica and is now in his guard.
Van Der Dusse told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Boudica wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Boudica working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Van Der Dusse doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Van Der Dusse manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Boudica escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Van Der Dusse gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T1#
Boudica trying to control the position.
Boudica working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Van Der Dusse.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Van Der Dusse 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.
It looks like Van Der Dusse 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.#SUB#
Boudica has his foot on Van Der Dusse's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Van Der Dusse works his way back into a safe position though.
Boudica looking for a sweep. Not yet Boudica, not yet.
Van Der Dusse missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Boudica is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Boudica is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Boudica not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Van Der Dusse with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Van Der Dusse content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Van Der Dusse cracks Boudica with a solid left hand.
Boudica definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Van Der Dusse content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes from guard but Boudica blocks nicely.
Van Der Dusse stands and throws Boudica's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Van Der Dusse connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Boudica some visible discomfort. #ROC2#
Boudica is rocked!
Van Der Dusse works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Oh Boudica is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Boudica takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Van Der Dusse controls the position from side control.
Van Der Dusse lands a strong strike to the head of Boudica. That's dazed him! Van Der Dusse looking to finish here. Boudica is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Van Der Dusse lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anthon Van Der Dusse!
A very excited looking Anthon Van Der Dusse 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: TWGC 24 (135lbs, D3): Finals - Round 2
Date: Jan 30, 2019

Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Nicky Ryan (ranked 21924 p4p, 104 weight class) and Anthon Van Der Dusse (ranked 4589 p4p, 177 weight class). The atmosphere really building for this one as we go over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

184 cm
30 yrs
144 lbs

167 cm
20 yrs
146 lbs

Ryan

Van Der Dusse

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Nicky Ryan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Anthon Van Der Dusse!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, James Glass and James Atkins.

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

The fight moves into the clinch position.

Van Der Dusse gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ryan (0) vs (2) Van Der Dusse

Van Der Dusse seems to be working for a kimura but Ryan defends the submission attempt.

Van Der Dusse is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ryan doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Van Der Dusse.
Ryan is trying to maintain the position but Van Der Dusse is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Van Der Dusse is trying to work for a kimura but Ryan is defending well.

Van Der Dusse 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.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Van Der Dusse is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ryan is just riding it out for now. Van Der Dusse eventually gives up the hold.
Van Der Dusse trying to mount his opponent but Ryan defends it.
Ryan is looking for a sweep. Van Der Dusse is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Van Der Dusse tries to pass to full mount but Ryan defends it.
Van Der Dusse is taking a breather. Ryan 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 two minutes gone in the round.

Van Der Dusse is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ryan sees it coming and defends easily.

Van Der Dusse is trying to work for a kimura but Ryan is defending well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Van Der Dusse in particular looking to stall.
Ryan is looking for a sweep. Van Der Dusse is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Van Der Dusse wants to pass the guard but Ryan is defending well.
Van Der Dusse is just content to waste time from the top position. Ryan takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.

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

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Van Der Dusse has an active guard here but Ryan has managed to pass into half guard.
Ryan looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The fighters are battling for position here. Van Der Dusse manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Ryan trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Der Dusse is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Van Der Dusse working for a triangle but Ryan defends it easily.
Ryan will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Ryan stopping the sweep attempt from Van Der Dusse.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ryan wants to control from the top but Van Der Dusse keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Van Der Dusse lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ryan (2) vs (4) Van Der Dusse
Ryan controls Van Der Dusse momentarily but Van Der Dusse frees himself.
Van Der Dusse trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ryan keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ryan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

That's five minutes gone in the round.

Van Der Dusse thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Ryan trying to control the position.
Van Der Dusse not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ryan keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
Van Der Dusse forces his way into half guard.

Van Der Dusse is working for a kimura but Ryan is defending it quite comfortably.

That's six minutes gone in the round.

Van Der Dusse is working for a kimura but Ryan is defending it quite comfortably.
Van Der Dusse trying to advance position but Ryan counters by regaining guard.
Van Der Dusse won't allow Ryan to sweep him here.
Van Der Dusse is looking to advance position but Ryan has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ryan (6) vs (4) Van Der Dusse
Ryan controlling from the full mount.
Van Der Dusse is working to get back to half guard.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Van Der Dusse is just holding on here. Ryan manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Ryan (9) vs (4) Van Der Dusse
Van Der Dusse tries to escape the position.
Van Der Dusse rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Van Der Dusse tries to get to full guard but Ryan has control of the leg.
Van Der Dusse gets back to full guard.
Ryan is pushing down on Van Der Dusse's leg trying to pass to half guard. Van Der Dusse is fighting to maintain full guard but Ryan has managed to sneak the leg through.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Ryan wants to free his trapped foot but Van Der Dusse is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Van Der Dusse wants to get back to full guard but Ryan has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ryan (12) vs (4) Van Der Dusse
Van Der Dusse 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.
Van Der Dusse tries to buck Ryan off but Ryan is having none of it.
Van Der Dusse being controlled for a moment.
Van Der Dusse tries to improve position but can't.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Ryan takes a little break here. Van Der Dusse wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Van Der Dusse tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Ryan presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Ryan (14) vs (4) Van Der Dusse
Van Der Dusse is squirming around, avoiding Ryan's attempts to control the action.
Van Der Dusse is trying to escape the mount.
Ryan manages to capitalize on a mistake by Van Der Dusse to take his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Ryan (17) vs (4) Van Der Dusse
You can see the frustration on Van Der Dusse's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
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 ten minutes gone in the round.
Van Der Dusse is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Ryan off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Van Der Dusse looking very determined here, making life difficult for Ryan.
Ryan has the hooks in. Van Der Dusse is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ryan struggling to keep hold of the position.
Van Der Dusse tries to escape the position.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Van Der Dusse rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Van Der Dusse gets full guard.

Van Der Dusse has an active guard here but Ryan has managed to pass into half guard.

Van Der Dusse looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse tries to get to full guard but Ryan has control of the leg.
Ryan stalling.
Well,Ryan is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Van Der Dusse tries to get to full guard but Ryan has control of the leg.

Van Der Dusse looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ryan works his way into full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ryan (20) vs (4) Van Der Dusse
Ryan trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Van Der Dusse tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ryan controlling from the full mount.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Van Der Dusse tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Van Der Dusse is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Ryan wants to take his opponent's back but Van Der Dusse doesn't allow it.
Van Der Dusse is looking to improve his position but Ryan isn't that keen on the idea.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Van Der Dusse is trying to reverse the position but instead Ryan has taken his back - oops!
Score +3 for taking back: Ryan (23) vs (4) Van Der Dusse
Will Ryan go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Van Der Dusse tries to break free.
Van Der Dusse looking very determined here, making life difficult for Ryan.

Van Der Dusse fending off the submission attempt from Ryan.
Van Der Dusse is trying to break free.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ryan takes the fight on points by 23 to 4.

Event: TWGC 24 (135lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jan 29, 2019

Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Anthon Van Der Dusse (ranked 4576 p4p, 176 weight class) and Antonio Brown (ranked 1821 p4p, 170 weight class). Brown has chosen Michael Jackson- Don't stop til you get enough as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

167 cm
20 yrs
146 lbs

172 cm
21 yrs
146 lbs

Van Der Dusse

Brown

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Anthon Van Der Dusse! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Antonio Brown !
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Steven Brown and James Glass.

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

Van Der Dusse gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.

Van Der Dusse gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Brown regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Van Der Dusse (2) vs (0) Brown
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Van Der Dusse is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Brown is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Brown has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Van Der Dusse (2) vs (2) Brown

Van Der Dusse looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Brown wants to pass the guard but Van Der Dusse is keeping the position.
Van Der Dusse 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Van Der Dusse had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Brown defends it easily.
Van Der Dusse is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Official UFC Performance Institute Training Center that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Brown pushes down on Van Der Dusse's leg and manages to get into half guard.

Brown seems to be looking for submissions.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Van Der Dusse is pressing down on Brown 's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Brown preventing the sweep.

Brown thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Brown slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Van Der Dusse (2) vs (5) Brown
Brown is looking to take a break and control but Van Der Dusse is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse is trying to get back to half guard.

Brown is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Van Der Dusse has escaped the position, nice work there.
Brown wants to control but Van Der Dusse is keeping him busy.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Van Der Dusse is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brown has knee on belly momentarily but Van Der Dusse bucks him off and regains half guard.

Brown is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Van Der Dusse has managed to free his arm - good work.
Van Der Dusse is looking to improve his position.

Brown wants to work for an arm triangle but Van Der Dusse is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Van Der Dusse wants to get back to full guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Brown is trying to work for a kimura but Van Der Dusse is defending well.
Van Der Dusse trying to hold on to Brown 's head to control him but Brown postures up.
Van Der Dusse wants to improve his position but Brown is controlling well.
Van Der Dusse wants to control but Brown is keeping busy.
Van Der Dusse is trying to get back to full guard.

Brown is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Van Der Dusse defends it well.

Van Der Dusse looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Brown moves nicely into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Van Der Dusse (2) vs (8) Brown

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Van Der Dusse tries to bench press Brown off him but Brown keeps the position.
Brown tries to move into full mount but can't pass Van Der Dusse's legs.
Van Der Dusse manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Van Der Dusse (4) vs (8) Brown
Brown trying to control here.
Brown is pressing down on Van Der Dusse's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Our spies down at at Rabid Dog inform us that Brown has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Van Der Dusse slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Van Der Dusse (7) vs (8) Brown

Van Der Dusse working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.

Van Der Dusse tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Van Der Dusse has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Brown is not content to let Van Der Dusse control the position.

Van Der Dusse is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Brown is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Brown wants to control but Van Der Dusse postures up.
Brown is looking to reverse the position.
Van Der Dusse tries to advance to mount but can't.
Brown tries to get back to half guard but can't.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Brown is not content to let Van Der Dusse control the position.

Van Der Dusse goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Brown rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Van Der Dusse's guard! Nice work there by Brown !
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Van Der Dusse (7) vs (10) Brown
Van Der Dusse keeping moving, preventing Brown from controlling successfully.

Brown thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Brown trying to control but Van Der Dusse is working from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse looking for a sweep. Not yet Van Der Dusse, not yet.

Brown drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Brown jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Brown wants to control from the top but Van Der Dusse keeps moving.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.

Van Der Dusse looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.

Van Der Dusse looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Brown is defending well. Van Der Dusse quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Brown has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Van Der Dusse celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Anthon Van Der Dusse!
Anthon Van Der Dusse thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: TWGC 24 (135lbs, D3): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jan 20, 2019

Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Able Archer (ranked 4195 p4p, 0 weight class) and Anthon Van Der Dusse (ranked 4568 p4p, 191 weight class). Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!

168 cm
19 yrs
140 lbs

167 cm
20 yrs
146 lbs

Archer

Van Der Dusse

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Able Archer! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Anthon Van Der Dusse!
The judges for this bout are Matti Vanhoillinen, Marco Blurström and Anni Minnemäki.

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

Van Der Dusse looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Archer (0) vs (2) Van Der Dusse

Van Der Dusse is trying to work for a kimura but Archer is defending well.

Van Der Dusse is looking for a kimura here.
Van Der Dusse wants to pass the guard but Archer is defending well.
Archer is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Van Der Dusse is looking to advance position but Archer won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Archer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Van Der Dusse pulls his head out easily.
Archer is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Van Der Dusse is trying to work for a kimura but Archer is defending well.
Van Der Dusse prevents Archer from improving his position.
Van Der Dusse trying to control from Archer's half guard. Archer has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Archer looking to control.

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

The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Van Der Dusse drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Van Der Dusse jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Archer is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Van Der Dusse must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Archer looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Archer trying to control the position.

Archer is looking for a triangle but Van Der Dusse pushes his legs off easily.
Van Der Dusse stands and throws Archer's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Archer (0) vs (5) Van Der Dusse
Archer tries to buck Van Der Dusse off but Van Der Dusse is having none of it.
Van Der Dusse passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Archer!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Archer (0) vs (7) Van Der Dusse

Van Der Dusse is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Archer to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Archer shrugs it off.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Van Der Dusse moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Archer has worked his arm free - good work by Archer!
Archer wants to control but Van Der Dusse postures up.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Van Der Dusse is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Archer is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Archer is looking to regain half guard here but Van Der Dusse keeps moving and retains side control.

Van Der Dusse tries for a kimura but Archer is defending well.
Archer is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Archer is working hard here to advance position.

Van Der Dusse is trying to get an arm triangle but Archer is defending well.

Van Der Dusse is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Archer knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Van Der Dusse tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Van Der Dusse has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Archer is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Jed's Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Archer is looking to reverse the position.

Van Der Dusse thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Archer is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Van Der Dusse off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Archer (4) vs (7) Van Der Dusse

Archer has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Van Der Dusse tries to roll but Archer sticks to his back.
Archer doesn't have the hooks in and Van Der Dusse manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Archer (4) vs (9) Van Der Dusse
Archer controls Van Der Dusse momentarily but Van Der Dusse frees himself.
Van Der Dusse advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Archer (4) vs (12) Van Der Dusse
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position but Archer is working away.

Van Der Dusse thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.

Van Der Dusse is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Archer has escaped the position, nice work there.
Van Der Dusse tries to move into full mount but can't pass Archer's legs.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position but Archer is working away.
Archer wants to control but Van Der Dusse postures up.
Archer is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Van Der Dusse's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.

Van Der Dusse 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.
Archer trying to control but Van Der Dusse postures up.
Archer tries to roll over but Van Der Dusse keeps him under control.
Archer has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Van Der Dusse is working away from the top position though.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.

Van Der Dusse is working for a kimura but Archer is defending it quite comfortably.
Van Der Dusse is trying to control the action in half guard but Archer is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Archer manages to get to full guard.
Van Der Dusse slips nicely into half guard.

Van Der Dusse is looking for a kimura but Archer is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Van Der Dusse to get the leverage.
Archer trying to control but Van Der Dusse postures up.
Archer wants to get back to full guard but Van Der Dusse has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Archer (4) vs (15) Van Der Dusse
Archer gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.

Van Der Dusse is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Archer sees it coming and defends easily.
Archer wants to get back to full guard.

Archer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Archer controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Archer trying to hold on to Van Der Dusse's head to control him but Van Der Dusse postures up.

Van Der Dusse seems to be working for a kimura but Archer defends the submission attempt.
Archer regains full guard. Nicely done.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Archer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Archer is trying to keep Van Der Dusse in close.
Van Der Dusse passes Archer's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Archer moves into full guard.
Van Der Dusse preventing the sweep.
Van Der Dusse trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Archer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Archer looking to hit a scissor sweep but Van Der Dusse is one step ahead there.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Archer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Archer looking to control.
Archer wants to sweep here but Van Der Dusse controlling him for the moment.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Archer is working from the bottom.

Archer had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Van Der Dusse defends it easily.

Archer is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Archer trying to keep a closed guard but Van Der Dusse is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but Archer keeps moving.
Archer is trying to control the position but Van Der Dusse postures up.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Archer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Archer working a defensive guard here.
Van Der Dusse looking to pass the guard.

Archer looking for a guillotine here but Van Der Dusse defends easily.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.

Van Der Dusse avoids a guillotine attempt easily.

Van Der Dusse drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Archer manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Van Der Dusse has Archer in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Archer (6) vs (15) Van Der Dusse
Van Der Dusse bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Archer's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Archer (6) vs (17) Van Der Dusse
Archer can't keep his opponent in guard - Van Der Dusse advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.

Van Der Dusse is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Archer still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Archer has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Archer (10) vs (17) Van Der Dusse
Well,Archer is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Van Der Dusse is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Archer off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Archer (10) vs (21) Van Der Dusse

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.

Archer 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 Van Der Dusse gets his way!

Van Der Dusse working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.

Van Der Dusse has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Archer has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Archer is trying to break free.
Van Der Dusse gets his hands free as Archer looks to control.

Archer is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.

Archer is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Van Der Dusse is not going to allow Archer to sit and survive in this position.

Van Der Dusse has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Archer has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Archer tries to escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

Van Der Dusse patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?

And that's the end of the fight!
Van Der Dusse wins on points by 21 to 10.
During a confident post fight interview, Anthon Van Der Dusse thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: HFS 4:
Date: Dec 21, 2018

#R1#
Shklyarskiy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Van Der Dusse tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Shklyarskiy was well out of range. Poor timing from Van Der Dusse.
Shklyarskiy throws a hook but Van Der Dusse blocks it.
Shklyarskiy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Van Der Dusse is looking to clinch.
Van Der Dusse on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Van Der Dusse tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Shklyarskiy paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Shklyarskiy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Van Der Dusse swings widly with a right hand
letting Shklyarskiy counter with a right hand.
Van Der Dusse is looking to clinch but Shklyarskiy is avoiding it.
Van Der Dusse misses with a hook. Shklyarskiy ducked under it nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Van Der Dusse. Shklyarskiy does a little dance to reset his feet.
It looked like Shklyarskiy was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Shklyarskiy.#CL2#
Van Der Dusse gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Shklyarskiy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Shklyarskiy throws a body shot but no joy.
Shklyarskiy takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Shklyarskiy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Van Der Dusse swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Shklyarskiy counter with a right hand.
Shklyarskiy connects with a single shot there.
Van Der Dusse tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Shklyarskiy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Shklyarskiy misses with a wild body shot.
Van Der Dusse is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Shklyarskiy.
Shklyarskiy misses with an uppercut.
Shklyarskiy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Shklyarskiy clobbers Van Der Dusse with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Van Der Dusse connects with a single shot there.
Shklyarskiy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Van Der Dusse throws a lazy right hand but Shklyarskiy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Edmund Shklyarskiy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Van Der Dusse works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Shklyarskiy avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Shklyarskiy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Shklyarskiy takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Shklyarskiy connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Van Der Dusse's hands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Shklyarskiy connects with a jab.
Van Der Dusse lands a really nice looking cross but Shklyarskiy seems unphased.
Shklyarskiy feints a jab promting Van Der Dusse to slip. Shklyarskiy then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Van Der Dusse slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Van Der Dusse takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T2#
Van Der Dusse slips under a jab.
Shklyarskiy throws a shot from downtown. Van Der Dusse moves away and avoids it.
Van Der Dusse misses with a hook. Shklyarskiy ducked under it nicely.
Van Der Dusse blocks a jab.
Anthon Van Der Dusse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shklyarskiy avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
Van Der Dusse moves into the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Shklyarskiy's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC#
Shklyarskiy breaks the clinch.
Van Der Dusse has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Van Der Dusse missing with a left hand there. Shklyarskiy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Van Der Dusse bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A nice side step and Van Der Dusse releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Shklyarskiy misses with a hook.
Shklyarskiy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Van Der Dusse.
Shklyarskiy cracks Van Der Dusse with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Van Der Dusse connects with the punch.
Shklyarskiy connects with the punch.
Van Der Dusse connects with a right hand. Shklyarskiy shakes it off.
Shklyarskiy is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Van Der Dusse misses with a series of wild punches.
Shklyarskiy throwing a counter right hand but Van Der Dusse manages to avoid it.#T3#
Shklyarskiy fails to land with a series of punches. #CL2#
Van Der Dusse fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Shklyarskiy, pushing him back against the cage.
Van Der Dusse tries to work over Shklyarskiy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Shklyarskiy is pressed up against the cage. Van Der Dusse has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Shklyarskiy down to the mat. Shklyarskiy avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Shklyarskiy circles away from the clinch attempt.
Shklyarskiy's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Shklyarskiy duly obliges.
Van Der Dusse moves in looking to clinch but Shklyarskiy pushes him off.
Van Der Dusse throws an overhand right that lands on Shklyarskiy's shoulder, as Shklyarskiy tries to avoid the shot.
Shklyarskiy looks to land a left hand but Van Der Dusse moved out of range nicely.
Van Der Dusse now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Shklyarskiy lands a body shot.
Van Der Dusse tries to clinch but Shklyarskiy moves out of range.
Shklyarskiy misses with a hook. Van Der Dusse ducked under it nicely.
Van Der Dusse misses the shot to the body.
Van Der Dusse uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Shklyarskiy.
Van Der Dusse avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Van Der Dusse misses with a looping left.
Van Der Dusse rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Shklyarskiy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Van Der Dusse misses with a looping right.#CL2#
Van Der Dusse moves into the clinch.
Shklyarskiy has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Van Der Dusse wants to take the fight to the mat but Shklyarskiy manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Van Der Dusse misses with a hook from the clinch.
Van Der Dusse is looking for a takedown.
Edmund Shklyarskiy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anthon Van Der Dusse.#BC#
Shklyarskiy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Van Der Dusse drives through and clinches with Shklyarskiy against the cage. #BC#
Shklyarskiy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Shklyarskiy avoids the body shot from Van Der Dusse.
Shklyarskiy fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Van Der Dusse lands a jab to the head.
Van Der Dusse tries to close the distance and clinch up but Shklyarskiy swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Shklyarskiy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Shklyarskiy looks to score with a jab to the body but Van Der Dusse is just out of range.
Van Der Dusse tries to clinch but Shklyarskiy moves out of range.
Shklyarskiy throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Edmund Shklyarskiy dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Shklyarskiy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Shklyarskiy misses with a two punch combination.
Van Der Dusse lands a nice shot to the body.
Shklyarskiy scores with a jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Van Der Dusse misses the target.
Van Der Dusse swings widly with a right hand
and Van Der Dusse takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Van Der Dusse tries to close the distance and clinch up but Shklyarskiy swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Shklyarskiy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Van Der Dusse stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Shklyarskiy misses with a straight left.
Van Der Dusse takes a swing at Shklyarskiy's ribcage but misses.
Van Der Dusse is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shklyarskiy misses the shot to the body.
Van Der Dusse lands with a hook. Shklyarskiy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Van Der Dusse tries to clinch up but Shklyarskiy circles away and keeps his distance.
Van Der Dusse throws a combination that misses
and Shklyarskiy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Van Der Dusse tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Shklyarskiy paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Shklyarskiy's jab looks to have found its range, popping Van Der Dusse under the eye.#T1#
Van Der Dusse takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Shklyarskiy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Shklyarskiy comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Van Der Dusse doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Van Der Dusse displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Shklyarskiy throws out the jab.
Shklyarskiy looks to land a left hand but Van Der Dusse moved out of range nicely.
Shklyarskiy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Edmund Shklyarskiy is winning the standup battle so far.
Van Der Dusse is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Shklyarskiy.
Van Der Dusse uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Shklyarskiy.
Van Der Dusse tries to close the distance and clinch but Shklyarskiy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Van Der Dusse misses the shot to the body.
Shklyarskiy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Van Der Dusse misses with a right hand
and Shklyarskiy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Van Der Dusse swings away with a body shot that misses
and Shklyarskiy counters with a three punch combo that has Van Der Dusse backing up. Van Der Dusse nods at Shklyarskiy to acknowledge the strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and clinches.
Van Der Dusse has a couple of punches blocked by Shklyarskiy. #BC#
Shklyarskiy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Van Der Dusse looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Shklyarskiy clobbers Van Der Dusse with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Van Der Dusse ducks under a wild hook from Shklyarskiy.
Van Der Dusse looks to land a left hand but Shklyarskiy moved out of range nicely.
Van Der Dusse tries to clinch up but Shklyarskiy circles away and keeps his distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Van Der Dusse looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Shklyarskiy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Van Der Dusse throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Shklyarskiy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Shklyarskiy moves away from the strike by Van Der Dusse.
As Van Der Dusse looks to move away, Shklyarskiy throws a big counter combo but Van Der Dusse just gets out of the way.
Van Der Dusse jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Van Der Dusse swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Van Der Dusse avoids the body shot from Shklyarskiy.
Van Der Dusse looks to land a right hand but Shklyarskiy moved out of range.
Van Der Dusse on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Shklyarskiy misses with a wild combination. #T3#
Shklyarskiy uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Shklyarskiy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Van Der Dusse can do to turn this around?
Shklyarskiy blocks a jab.
Van Der Dusse fails with an attempt to clinch.
Shklyarskiy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Van Der Dusse keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Shklyarskiy.
Shklyarskiy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse tries to close the distance and clinch but Shklyarskiy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Shklyarskiy slips a straight right by Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse is looking to clinch.
Van Der Dusse lands a nice looking body shot.
Van Der Dusse tries to clinch up but Shklyarskiy circles away and keeps his distance.
Shklyarskiy has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Van Der Dusse finds it's way round the side to connect with Shklyarskiy's head.
Shklyarskiy misses with a hook. Van Der Dusse ducked under it nicely.
Van Der Dusse appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Shklyarskiy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Shklyarskiy paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T4#
Van Der Dusse has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Van Der Dusse there as he acknowledges the shot.
Shklyarskiy moves out of range as Van Der Dusse strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shklyarskiy moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Van Der Dusse takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Van Der Dusse fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shklyarskiy manages to avoid it.
Shklyarskiy scores with a hook to the body. Van Der Dusse takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Van Der Dusse moves out of range as Shklyarskiy strikes.
Van Der Dusse drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Van Der Dusse tries to clinch but Shklyarskiy is having none of it.
Shklyarskiy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Shklyarskiy throws a looping overhand right but Van Der Dusse ducks down to avoid it.
Van Der Dusse takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Van Der Dusse tries to clinch but Shklyarskiy moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Van Der Dusse stuns Shklyarskiy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Shklyarskiy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Shklyarskiy thuds his right hand into Van Der Dusse's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Van Der Dusse uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Shklyarskiy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Edmund Shklyarskiy dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Van Der Dusse uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Shklyarskiy.
Nice defenses there by Van Der Dusse.
Shklyarskiy doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Van Der Dusse scores with a crisp jab that stopped Shklyarskiy in his tracks.
Shklyarskiy throws a hook but Van Der Dusse avoids it easily.
Shklyarskiy scores with a hook.
Van Der Dusse moves out of range as Shklyarskiy strikes.
Van Der Dusse misses with a wild body shot.
Van Der Dusse looks to throw the jab but Shklyarskiy is out of range.
Van Der Dusse misses with a series of wild punches.
Van Der Dusse throws a hook but Shklyarskiy blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shklyarskiy scores with a body shot.
Van Der Dusse misses with a double jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Shklyarskiy misses the target.
Shklyarskiy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse is looking to clinch.
Van Der Dusse throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Shklyarskiy misses the shot to the body.
Van Der Dusse tries to clinch up
and Shklyarskiy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Shklyarskiy ducks under a wild hook from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Shklyarskiy.
Van Der Dusse cracks a nice hook into Shklyarskiy's ribs.
Shklyarskiy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Shklyarskiy is looking to counter punch.
Shklyarskiy keeps the fight on the outside.
Shklyarskiy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Van Der Dusse wants to clinch
and Shklyarskiy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Van Der Dusse throws a sloppy body shot
letting Shklyarskiy counter with a right hand.
Shklyarskiy throws a jab when Van Der Dusse was well out of range.
Van Der Dusse misses the shot to the body.
Van Der Dusse walks into a left hand.
Van Der Dusse scores with a jab to the head.
Shklyarskiy misses with a looping left.#T2#
Van Der Dusse tries to bum rush Shklyarskiy with a series of wild strikes but Shklyarskiy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good shot there by Shklyarskiy.
Shklyarskiy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Shklyarskiy moves out of range of the strikes.
Shklyarskiy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Shklyarskiy misses with a double jab.
Van Der Dusse takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Shklyarskiy throws an off balance right hand
and Van Der Dusse counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Van Der Dusse misses with a looping right.
Shklyarskiy takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Shklyarskiy throws a one two combo. #CL2#
Van Der Dusse gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Van Der Dusse keeps control of Shklyarskiy as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC#
Shklyarskiy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Donk. Shklyarskiy catches Van Der Dusse right on the button with a cross.
Van Der Dusse throws out a loose jab but Shklyarskiy uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Shklyarskiy scores with a crisp jab that stopped Van Der Dusse in his tracks.
Van Der Dusse tries to clinch up.
Shklyarskiy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Van Der Dusse sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Van Der Dusse looks to land a left hand but Shklyarskiy moved out of range nicely.
A big right from Van Der Dusse misses.
Shklyarskiy is looking to counter punch.
Van Der Dusse thuds a left hand into Shklyarskiy's body.
Van Der Dusse slips under a jab from Shklyarskiy.
Shklyarskiy clobbers Van Der Dusse with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Van Der Dusse tries to close the distance and clinch up but Shklyarskiy swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Shklyarskiy throws a big counter combination but Van Der Dusse scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Shklyarskiy slips a jab and a cross from Van Der Dusse.
Shklyarskiy ducks under a wild hook from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse catches Shklyarskiy with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Shklyarskiy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Van Der Dusse sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Van Der Dusse tries to counter with a clinch but Shklyarskiy shakes him off and moves away.
Shklyarskiy slips a straight right by Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Shklyarskiy stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Shklyarskiy swings for the body but Van Der Dusse moves out of range. #T4#
Van Der Dusse waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Shklyarskiy.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Van Der Dusse misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
An attempted straight right counter from Shklyarskiy misses the target.
Van Der Dusse takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Shklyarskiy lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Van Der Dusse circles away quickly and effectively.
Shklyarskiy punishes Van Der Dusse's body with a nice straight punch.
Shklyarskiy swings for the body but Van Der Dusse moves out of range.
Shklyarskiy misses with a straight left.
Shklyarskiy scores with a crisp jab that stopped Van Der Dusse in his tracks.
Shklyarskiy circles away from the clinch attempt
and Shklyarskiy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A telegraphed right hand from Van Der Dusse misses the target.
Van Der Dusse misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Shklyarskiy.
Van Der Dusse misses with a hook
and Shklyarskiy counters with a two punch combo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A decent looking cross lands there for Van Der Dusse.
Shklyarskiy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Van Der Dusse.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Edmund Shklyarskiy did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's time! Shklyarskiy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Van Der Dusse tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Shklyarskiy was well out of range. Poor timing from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Shklyarskiy.
Van Der Dusse throws a hook but Shklyarskiy blocks it.
Van Der Dusse throws a jab but it's blocked by Shklyarskiy.
Van Der Dusse swings away with a body shot that misses
and Shklyarskiy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Shklyarskiy just misses with a punch to the body.
Shklyarskiy throws a body shot but no joy.
Van Der Dusse is looking to clinch.
A little feinted left hand from Shklyarskiy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Van Der Dusse throws an overhand right that lands on Shklyarskiy's shoulder, as Shklyarskiy tries to avoid the shot. #CL2#
Van Der Dusse has closed the distance and engaged Shklyarskiy in a clinch. #BC#
Shklyarskiy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shklyarskiy misses with a wild body shot.
Van Der Dusse takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Shklyarskiy misses with a series of wild punches.
Shklyarskiy lands with an overhand left.#T1#
Shklyarskiy throws a jab but it's blocked by Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse wants to counter the offense by Shklyarskiy and move into the clinch position.
Van Der Dusse takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Van Der Dusse has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Van Der Dusse shoots in for a takedown but Shklyarskiy shows good takedown defense.
Shklyarskiy looks to land a left hand but Van Der Dusse moved out of range nicely.
Shklyarskiy keeps the fight on the outside.
A left lands for Shklyarskiy.
Shklyarskiy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Van Der Dusse slips under a jab.
Van Der Dusse stuns Shklyarskiy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Van Der Dusse tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Shklyarskiy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Van Der Dusse missing with a left hand there. Shklyarskiy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Shklyarskiy avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Van Der Dusse throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Shklyarskiy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Van Der Dusse throws a looping overhand right but Shklyarskiy ducks down to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Van Der Dusse. Shklyarskiy does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Shklyarskiy scores with a jab to the jaw.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Van Der Dusse tries to throw a body punch but Shklyarskiy avoids it by throwing Van Der Dusse back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Shklyarskiy is trying to break the clinch but Van Der Dusse is controlling him.
Van Der Dusse misses with some punches.
Shklyarskiy wants to get back to striking at distance but Van Der Dusse won't allow it.
Shklyarskiy can't break the clinch.
Shklyarskiy is trying to break the clinch but Van Der Dusse has him pressed against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Van Der Dusse. #BC#
Shklyarskiy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Shklyarskiy misses with a body shot.
Shklyarskiy missing with a left hand there. Van Der Dusse was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Van Der Dusse scores with a jab to the body.
Van Der Dusse lands a body shot.
Van Der Dusse misses with a lunging right hand
and Shklyarskiy counters with a nice body shot.
A big left from Shklyarskiy misses. #T3#
Shklyarskiy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Van Der Dusse.
Nice defenses there by Shklyarskiy.
Van Der Dusse misses with a hook
and Shklyarskiy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nice jab there from Shklyarskiy.
Van Der Dusse tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Shklyarskiy counters with a left to the body.
Shklyarskiy misses the shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Van Der Dusse. Shklyarskiy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Van Der Dusse keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Shklyarskiy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Van Der Dusse.
Shklyarskiy doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Van Der Dusse is looking to clinch.
Van Der Dusse moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Van Der Dusse throws a body shot but no joy.
Shklyarskiy works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Van Der Dusse misses with a left hand
and Shklyarskiy counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Shklyarskiy ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Shklyarskiy lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Shklyarskiy misses with a jab, cross combination.
Van Der Dusse scores with a nice strike.
Van Der Dusse tries to clinch up
and Shklyarskiy counters with a nice uppercut.
Van Der Dusse throws a right hand that misses
and Shklyarskiy counters with a straight right hand.
Van Der Dusse misses with a left hand
and Shklyarskiy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #ROC#
Van Der Dusse is rocked!
Shklyarskiy fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Van Der Dusse is still on wobbly legs! Can Shklyarskiy finish him?
Van Der Dusse misses with a wild body shot.
No joy there for Shklyarskiy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Van Der Dusse misses with an uppercut
and Shklyarskiy counters with a nice uppercut.
Van Der Dusse takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Shklyarskiy lunges at Van Der Dusse with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Van Der Dusse's hand.
Shklyarskiy closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Van Der Dusse! Shklyarskiy dives in looking to finish! Van Der Dusse is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Edmund Shklyarskiy!
Edmund Shklyarskiy is the new bantamweight champion!
Edmund Shklyarskiy made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Fuck inbred alt right'.

Event: HSF 1: Beginning
Date: Nov 17, 2018

#R1#
Decent striking displayed by Fuentes there.
Van Der Dusse slips a jab from Fuentes.
Fuentes misses with a body shot.
Fuentes has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Van Der Dusse finds it's way round the side to connect with Fuentes's head.
Fuentes takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#ROC2#
Fuentes is rocked!
Fuentes throws a body punch but Van Der Dusse moves out of range.
Oh Fuentes is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Van Der Dusse connects with a body shot.
Van Der Dusse drops Fuentes with a big left hand! Fuentes is injured, injured bad! Van Der Dusse jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anthon Van Der Dusse!
A very excited looking Anthon Van Der Dusse 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.

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