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Event: OFK 397 - Orsic Vs Lee     
Date:   Apr 27, 2024
#R1#
Lee jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lee lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lee uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Orsic.#TD#
Orsic shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Lee is trying to defend but Orsic finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Lee gets full guard.
Orsic is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Orsic wants to control from the top but Lee keeps moving. #SUB2#
Lee is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Lee is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Orsic defends well.
Orsic's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Orsic got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lee has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Orsic has managed to get both his arms back between Lee's legs - danger averted.
Orsic trying to control but Lee is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Lee is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Orsic's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Orsic trying to control but Lee is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Orsic avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Lee throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Orsic escapes and throws Lee's legs to the side, diving into side control! #SUB#
Orsic is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lee knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Lee tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Orsic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T2#
Lee manages to work his way to half guard, despite Orsic's best efforts.
Lee is looking to improve his position.
Orsic has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Lee wants to hold on but Orsic pushes him away.
Lee is desperately trying to improve his position but Orsic has a good base and remains in mount.
Orsic landing punches.
Lee manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T3#
Orsic is keen to just control but Lee is a slippery customer.
Lee is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lee is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Orsic scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB#
Orsic is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lee sees it coming and defends easily.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Orsic lands a nice short elbow.
Orsic lands with a punch from half guard.
Lee wants to improve his position but Orsic is controlling well.
Lee has a hand on Orsic's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Orsic takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!#T4#
Lee really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Lee taking shots to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Orsic landing strikes, looking to finish!
Orsic fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Orsic goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Lee turns into him and now he's in Orsic's guard.
Lee trying to control but Orsic is working from the bottom.
Orsic can't keep his opponent in guard - Lee advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Lee is trying to control. Orsic wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mate Orsic dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
An inside leg kick from Lee misses.
Lee moves out of range as Orsic strikes.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lee.
Lee takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lee takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Jab by Lee.
Mate Orsic is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Orsic throws out a loose jab but Lee uses good head movement to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Orsic.
Lee looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lee misses with a double jab #TD#
and Orsic counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Orsic.
Orsic is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Lee working for a triangle but Orsic defends it easily. #SUB2#
Lee looking for a guillotine here but Orsic defends easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Lee has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Orsic can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Orsic passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Orsic lands an elbow.
Lee tries to improve position but can't.
Orsic cracks Lee with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Lee tries to bench press Orsic off him but Orsic keeps the position.
Lee is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Orsic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lee can do to turn this around?
Lee on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Orsic looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Lee with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Orsic lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T2##SUB#
Orsic seems to be working for a kimura but Lee defends the submission attempt.
Lee is pressing down on Orsic's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Orsic trying to control but Lee is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Lee had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Orsic defends it easily.#SUB2#
Lee looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Lee looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T3#
Orsic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Lee looking for a guillotine here but Orsic defends easily.
Orsic working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Orsic's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Lee has his foot on Orsic's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Orsic works his way back into a safe position though.
Orsic trying to control but Lee is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Lee has an active guard here but Orsic has managed to pass into half guard.
Orsic looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T4#
Orsic is nestled in close to Lee, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Orsic lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB#
Orsic is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Lee is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mate Orsic!
Our winner, Mate Orsic, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: OFK 387 - Mangold Vs Orsic     
Date:   Mar 23, 2024
#R1#
Mangold scores with a body shot.
Orsic digs a good body shot into Mangold's ribs.
Mangold lands a nice hook to Orsic's body. Orsic takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Mangold pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mangold scores with a hook to the body. Orsic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Mangold throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Mangold thows a left - swing and a miss!
Orsic slips a jab from Mangold.
Mangold throws a looping overhand right but Orsic ducks down to avoid it.
Mangold thows a left - swing and a miss!
Orsic fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mangold takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Orsic misses with a wild combination.
Mangold throws out a powerful jab.#T1#
Mangold looks to throw the jab but Orsic is out of range.
Chest Mangold is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice jab there from Mangold.
Mangold throws a looping overhand right but Orsic ducks down to avoid it.
Mangold misses with an uppercut
and Orsic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jab from Mangold.
Orsic slips under a jab.
Orsic tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've been told by Mangold's head coaches at Primal Concrete Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Orsic throws a shot from downtown. Mangold moves away and avoids it.
Mangold scores with a jab to the jaw.
Mangold throws a hook but Orsic avoids it easily.
Orsic has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Orsic moves out of range as Mangold strikes.
Mangold showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Orsic.
Mangold with a nice cross.
Mangold connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Orsic's hands.
Orsic throws a right and a left that Mangold avoids nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Orsic throws a jab but it's blocked by Mangold. #T2#
Mangold lands with a nice body punch.
Mangold is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Sloppy strikes from Orsic. Those never looked like landing.
Mangold lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Orsic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mangold.
Orsic moves out of range as Mangold strikes.
Mangold throws a shot from downtown. Orsic moves away and avoids it.
Orsic catches Mangold with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Chest Mangold seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Orsic throws a body shot but no joy.
Orsic looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Orsic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mangold.
Mangold looks to land a right hand but Orsic moved out of range.
Orsic takes a swing at Mangold's ribcage but misses.
Mangold throws a poor cross that misses
and Orsic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Orsic slips under a jab from Mangold.
Orsic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Orsic scores with a body shot.
Orsic doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Mangold misses with a looping left.#T3#
Orsic wants to clinch up but Mangold keeps it at a distance.
Mangold throws a nice looking combination but Orsic bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Orsic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mangold dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mangold looks to throw the jab but Orsic is out of range.
Orsic throws a counter combo.
Mangold punishes Orsic's body with a nice straight punch.
Mangold connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Orsic's hands.
Mangold takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Orsic works Mangold's body with a nice hook.
Orsic misses with a takedown attempt - Mangold sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Mangold is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Mangold throws a shot from downtown. Orsic moves away and avoids it.
Orsic lands with an overhand left.
Mangold rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Orsic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Orsic throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Mangold counters with a stiff right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mangold lands a slapping body shot. #T4#
Orsic misses with a takedown attempt
and Mangold counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Chest Mangold has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mate Orsic.
Mangold looks to throw the jab but Orsic is out of range.
Orsic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mangold.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Orsic! But no joy.
Orsic lands a nice shot to the body.
Orsic moves out of range as Mangold strikes.
Orsic loads up on a big right hand but Mangold slips the punch.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Orsic.
A little feinted left hand from Mangold on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Orsic shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Mangold looks to land a left hand but Orsic moved out of range nicely.
Mangold waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Orsic.
Mangold throws a hook but Orsic blocks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mangold misses with an uppercut.
Orsic throws a body punch but Mangold moves out of range.
Orsic throws a nice looking combination but Mangold bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A jab from Orsic does it's job there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chest Mangold 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#
Mangold throws a jab but it's blocked by Orsic.
Orsic punishes Mangold's body with a nice straight punch.
Chest Mangold is winning the standup battle so far.
Mangold works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Orsic defending well as Mangold loads up on a big left hand.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Orsic might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Mangold has got the better of the exchanges.
Mangold will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mangold throws a looping overhand right but Orsic ducks down to avoid it.
Mangold avoids the body shot from Orsic.
Mangold throws a hook to the side of Orsic's head but Orsic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mangold swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mangold ducks under a wild hook from Orsic.
Mangold avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mangold swivels and escapes.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mangold.
Mate Orsic is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mangold misses with a hook. Orsic ducked under it nicely.
Mangold connects with a looping right hand.
Orsic scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T1#
Mangold gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Mangold looks to land a left hand but Orsic moved out of range nicely.
Mangold throws a hook but Orsic avoids it easily.
Mangold throws a big shot that misses.
Orsic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mangold dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Orsic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mangold.
Orsic with the counter takedown but Mangold avoids it easily.
Orsic misses with a wild body shot.
Mangold lands with an overhand left.
Orsic walks into a jab.
Orsic misses with a few strikes there.
Mangold scores with a nice right hand.
Mangold swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mangold connects with a crisp jab.
Mangold gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Orsic.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Orsic lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mangold circles away quickly and effectively.
Mangold stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T2#
Orsic throws a series of punches but Mangold moves out of range.
Orsic punishes Mangold's body with a nice straight punch.
Orsic looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
It looked like Mangold wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Orsic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mangold manages to avoid it.
Mangold throws out a loose jab but Orsic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Orsic misses with a two punch combination.
Mangold swings widly with a right hand
and Orsic counters with a straight right hand.
Mangold misses the jab.
Mangold lands a really nice looking cross but Orsic seems unphased.
Mangold misses with a looping left.
Orsic scores with a jab.
Mangold throws a jab when Orsic was well out of range.
Mangold avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mangold is looking to counter punch.
Nice defenses there by Orsic.
Orsic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Orsic. Mangold does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Mangold just misses with a punch to the body.
Orsic takes one to the chin there.
Orsic avoids the body shot from Mangold.
Orsic blocks a jab.
Mangold swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Orsic. Mangold does a little dance to reset his feet.
Good exchange - Orsic coming out on top.
Orsic throws out a loose jab but Mangold uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mangold throws a good cross that connects.
Mangold misses with a left hand
and Orsic counters with a one-two to the body.
A slow jab from Mangold misses its intended target.
Orsic is looking for the big counter here.
Orsic slips under a jab from Mangold.
Orsic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Orsic misses with a left hand
letting Mangold counter with a right hand.
Mangold throws a big shot that misses.
A punch lands to the side of Orsic 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Orsic throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T4#
Mangold misses with a left hand
and Orsic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mangold bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Orsic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mangold counters with a straight right hand.
Orsic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mangold.
An attempted straight right counter from Mangold misses the target.
Mangold is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Orsic can do to turn this around?
Orsic misses with a hook.
Orsic misses with a body punch
and Mangold counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Orsic closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Orsic.
Mangold scores with a nice strike.
A looping hook to the body misses from Orsic. Mangold does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mangold just misses with a punch to the body.
Mangold looks to throw the jab but Orsic is out of range.
Mangold defending well as Orsic loads up on a big left hand.
Orsic throws out a loose jab but Mangold uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chest Mangold dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3#
Orsic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mangold sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice cross by Mangold.
Mangold slips under a jab from Orsic.
Orsic misses with the combination.
A quick step to the side and Mangold tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Orsic takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Mangold steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Orsic.
Mangold swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Orsic waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mangold.
A decent looking cross lands there for Mangold.
Mangold looks to score with a jab to the body but Orsic is just out of range.
Mangold throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch combination from Orsic misses.
Mangold showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Orsic.
The fighters circling - Mangold throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mangold misses with an uppercut. Orsic saw that one coming.#T1#
Jab, jab by Mangold - just one landing.
A swing and a miss from Orsic.
Mangold lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Mangold takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Mangold misses with a looping right.
A little jabbing left from Orsic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Orsic looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Orsic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mangold throws out the jab.
Mangold jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A punch lands to the side of Orsic 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Mangold throws the left hand but Orsic avoids the punch easily.
Mangold throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Orsic will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Mangold was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Orsic misses with a jab, cross combination.
Orsic tries for a takedown but Mangold circles away easily
and Mangold counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Orsic. Mangold does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
A big left from Mangold misses.
Orsic misses with a few strikes there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Orsic digs a good body shot into Mangold's ribs.
Orsic has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Mangold misses with a hook
and Orsic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Mangold jabs Orsic to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Orsic tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mangold manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Orsic takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Orsic walks into a jab.
Orsic misses the body punch
and Mangold counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mangold paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A big left from Mangold misses.
Orsic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Orsic takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Donk. Mangold catches Orsic right on the button with a cross.
Orsic has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Orsic there as he acknowledges the shot.
Mangold misses with a hook.
Orsic moves out of range of the strikes.#T3#
Orsic misses with a straight left.
Mangold misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Orsic.
Orsic swinging wildly here.
Mangold throws a lazy uppercut
and Orsic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Orsic avoids the body shot from Mangold.
Mangold moves into range and connects with a jab.
Orsic misses with a body shot.
Mangold throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Orsic stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Orsic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mangold moves away.
Mangold dodges the punch combination from Orsic.
Orsic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mangold.
Orsic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
It looked like Mangold wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Orsic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Orsic avoids the body shot from Mangold. #T4#
Orsic misses the shot to the body.
Mangold throwing a counter right hand but Orsic manages to avoid it.
Mangold throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mangold takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mangold moves forwards but Orsic connects with a nice, crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mangold swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mangold takes one to the chin there.
Mangold throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mangold avoids the body shot from Orsic.
Mangold lands the left hand.
Orsic looks to throw the jab but Mangold is out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Orsic. Mangold does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mangold takes a swing at Orsic's ribcage but misses.
Orsic takes one to the side of the head.
Orsic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Orsic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mangold was well out of range. Poor timing from Orsic.
A jab lands there for Mangold.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chest Mangold clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Orsic throws a right hand that misses
and Orsic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Orsic misses with a series of wild punches.
Orsic walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Orsic avoids the body shot from Mangold.
Mangold misses with a straight right.
Orsic throws a combination that misses
enabling Mangold to counter with a crisp jab.
Mangold misses the jab.
Orsic takes a jab right on the kisser.
Orsic loads up on a big right hand but Mangold slips the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mangold steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Orsic.
Mangold uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Mangold is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Orsic.
Orsic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mangold.
Orsic paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T1#
Mangold swings for the body but Orsic moves out of range.
A jab from Mangold misses.
Mangold takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Orsic feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mangolds jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Orsic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mangold throws a series of punches but Orsic avoids them all with ease.
Mangold lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Orsic looks to land a combination but Mangold avoids it well.
Mangold misses with a hook.
Orsic misses with a combination
and Mangold counters with a straight right hand.
Orsic blocks a jab.
Mangold swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Orsic misses with a jab, cross combination.
Mangold is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Orsic throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Mangold to counter with a crisp jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Good exchange - Mangold coming out on top.#T2#
Nice defenses there by Orsic.
Orsic is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Orsic throws a body punch but Mangold moves out of range.
Mangold wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Orsic blocks a jab.
Mangold pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Orsic lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Mangold takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Orsic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mangold.
Orsic takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Mangold.
Orsic misses with a hook
and Mangold counters with a straight right hand.
Orsic slips a straight right by Mangold.
Orsic is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Orsic moves forwards but Mangold connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Orsic connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Mangold's hands.
The fighters circling - Mangold throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A big right from Mangold misses. #T3#
Mangold misses with a body shot.
Mangold fails to land with a series of punches.
Mangold lands a right hook to the body.
Orsic scores with a decent looking hook.
Mangold throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A big right from Orsic misses.
Orsic misses with a few strikes there.
Orsic slips under a jab.
A big right from Mangold misses.
Mangold looks to land a right hand but Orsic moved out of range.
Mangold throws out a loose jab but Orsic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Orsic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Orsic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mangold.
Mangold lands a nice shot to the body.
Orsic with a poor takedown
and Mangold cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Orsic takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Mangold lands a glancing blow to the side of Orsic's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice uppercut lands for Mangold. That snapped Orsic's head back.
Mangold keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Orsic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mangold.
Mangold scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Orsic doesn't seem bothered though.
Mangold lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Mangold lands a nice shot to the body.
Mangold walks into a jab.
Mangold scores with a nice strike.
Mangold takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Orsic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mangold.
Some wild striking there from Orsic.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Orsic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chest Mangold had his way with Mate Orsic in that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R5#
Mangold scores with a jab. Orsic acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Mangold throws a jab when Orsic was well out of range.
Orsic throws a hook but Mangold avoids it easily.
Orsic misses the jab.
Mangold throws a lazy right hand but Orsic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mangold swings for the body but Orsic moves out of range.
Orsic swinging wildly here.
Mangold was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
The fighters circling - Mangold throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mangold pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Orsic misses with a left hand
and Mangold counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mangold moves away.
Orsic slips under a jab from Mangold.
Mangold throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Orsic on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Mangold throws the left hand but Orsic avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Orsic throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Orsic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mangold.
A jab from Mangold misses.
Mangold takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Mangold misses with a few strikes there.
Orsic connects with a crisp jab.
Mangold throws a shot from downtown. Orsic moves away and avoids it.
Mangold misses with a straight right.
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mangold throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Orsic stalks Mangold and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Mangold's face. Mangold staggers backwards, shaken.
Orsic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mangold.
Orsic walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Orsic takes a swing at Mangold's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Nice cross by Orsic.
Mangold works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Orsic misses the body punch
enabling Mangold to counter with a crisp jab.
Mangold misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Orsic counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Mangold avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Orsic.
Mangold is not content to let Orsic control the position.
Orsic is nestled in close to Mangold, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Mangold trying to control from the bottom.
Orsic throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Mangold to regain full guard.
Orsic trying to control but Mangold is working from the bottom.
Mangold looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Mate Orsic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Orsic postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Orsic throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Orsic throws a big elbow that misses.
Mangold is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Orsic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mangold is keeping the position for now.
Orsic postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #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.
Mangold 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.
Mangold takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A big right from Mangold misses.
Orsic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mangold misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Orsic.
Orsic misses with a jab, cross combination.
Orsic misses with a hook. Mangold ducked under it nicely.
Orsic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
No joy there for Orsic, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Mangold swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Orsic changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Mangold tries to avoid it but Orsic manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Mangold to the ground. Mangold escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Orsic is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Mangold dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mangold is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Mangold lands a lovely overhand right.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mate Orsic.
I think Mangold 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 49:46
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 49:46
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chest Mangold!

Chest Mangold retains his lightweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Chest Mangold thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: OFK 377 - Biden Vs Garrincha     
Date:   Feb 17, 2024
#R1#
Kim lands a jab to the head.
Kim tries to clinch up but Orsic circles away and keeps his distance.
Orsic lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nice body punch from Kim.
Kim moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Orsic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kim throws a hook but Orsic avoids it easily.
Orsic misses with a two punch combination.
Kim is trying to counter with his kicks.
Kim connects with a solid leg kick.
Orsic misses the body punch #CL2#
and Kim counters by moving into the clinch.
Orsic tries to score a body lock takedown but Kim shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Kim misses with some punches.
A short right from Kim on the inside.
Kim working aggressively here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kim lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kim lands a right hand that snaps the head of Orsic backwards.
Orsic trying to control the position but instead, Kim has worked for underhooks and has pushed Orsic into the cage.
Orsic lands a body punch in the clinch.
Orsic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
Kim lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Orsic backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kim.
Kim working aggressively here.
Kim working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Kim - that landed with a thud.
Kim tries a body shot but Orsic blocks it.
Orsic wants a takedown but no success here.
Kim lands a body punch in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Kim.
Orsic takes a shot to the head.
Orsic is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kim gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mate Orsic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kim lands with a right to the head.
Still in the clinch, Kim scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kim lands an uppercut.
Orsic can't get the takedown.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Orsic decides to pull guard.
Orsic keeping moving, preventing Kim from controlling successfully.
Orsic seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Kim slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T2#
Kim missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Kim stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Orsic throws up his legs and catches Kim in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Kim tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Orsic! That came out of nowhere!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Mate Orsic!
After winning the bout, Mate Orsic thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: OFK 374 - Orsic Vs Clark     
Date:   Feb 04, 2024
#R1#
Orsic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Clark.
Clark throws a front kick aimed at Orsic's knee but Orsic avoids it well.
It looked like Orsic was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Clark lands a right hook to the body.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Orsic!
Clark uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Orsic.
Clark takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#CL2#
Clark has closed the distance and engaged Orsic in a clinch.
Clark can't find room to land a body shot as Orsic controls the action.
Clark throws an elbow but it misses.
Orsic throws a head punch that misses.
Orsic fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Clark lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Orsic lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Clark doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC2#
Clark's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
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!
Clark looks for a takedown but Orsic sprawls well.
Orsic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Clark wants to counter the offense by Orsic and move into the clinch position.
Clark dodges the punch combination from Orsic.
Clark tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Orsic was well out of range. Poor timing from Clark.
Orsic has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tran MMA Gym in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Orsic.
Clark pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Clark swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Orsic.
Clark with the inside leg kick.
Clark throws a series of punches but Orsic avoids them all with ease.
Orsic scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Clark falls off balance throwing a combination
and Orsic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Clark ducks right into an uppercut from Orsic.
Orsic punishes Clark's body with a nice straight punch.
Orsic misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A nice combination there by Clark.
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!
Clark darts in looking for a takedown but Orsic gets double underhooks and turns Clark into the cage.
Orsic walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Clark explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Clark fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Mate Orsic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wesley Clark.
A looping hook to the body misses from Clark. Orsic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Clark misses with a lunging right hand
and Orsic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T2#
Orsic fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Clark on the side of the head.
Clark takes a swing at Orsic's ribcage but misses.
Clark fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Orsic avoids it really well and circles away.
Clark takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Good work by Orsic as he checks the leg kick.
Clark throws a series of punches but Orsic moves out of range.
Clark throws a leg kick that is checked
and Orsic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Clark ducks right into an uppercut from Orsic.
Orsic on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Orsic avoids the body shot from Clark. #TD#
Orsic scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Clark is working to avoid the ground and pound but Orsic connects with a decent elbow.
Orsic scoring with punches and elbows.
Clark is trying to buck Orsic off.#T3#
Orsic is looking to take a break and control but Clark is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Orsic 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.#SUB#
Orsic working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Orsic is looking to take a break and control but Clark is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Orsic lands a nice forearm strike.
Clark taking punishment in the form of punches.
You can see the frustration on Clark's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
Clark is looking for a sweep.
Clark takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Orsic lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Clark is looking for a sweep.
Clark taking a bit of punishment here - Orsic scoring with strikes. #SUB#
Orsic looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Orsic working the body and head with strikes. #ROC#Clark is rocked!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Clark is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Clark is still in real trouble! Can Orsic finish him?
Clark tries to escape but Orsic is in control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Orsic tries for a kimura but Clark is defending well.
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!
Orsic grinds an elbow into Clark's temple.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mate Orsic 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#
Orsic scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Clark doesn't seem bothered though.
Clark throws a right and a left that both miss.
A big left from Clark misses.
Orsic swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Orsic lands an overhand right.
Clark with a poor takedown
and Orsic counters with a left right combination that sends Clark crashing to the mat - Orsic wastes no time in diving on top of him and pounding Clark out for a TKO! Devastating finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:12 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mate Orsic!
Mate Orsic seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: SMASH: Romero vs Canizares     
Date:   Jan 13, 2024
#R1#
Hakekia misses with a wild body shot.
Hakekia connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Hakekia misses with a low kick.
Hakekia is looking to score with low kicks.
Hakekia lands a nice leg kick that just misses Orsic's sensitive parts.
Hakekia dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Orsic. That did some damage!
Hakekia looks to land a right hand but Orsic moved out of range.
Hakekia uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Orsic.
Jab from Hakekia.
Orsic misses with a hook. Hakekia ducked under it nicely.
Hakekia misses with an uppercut
and Orsic counters with a stiff right hand.
Orsic scores with a jab to the body.
Hakekia throws a sloppy head kick
and Orsic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Alika Hakekia has been cut.
Hakekia takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Orsic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hakekia misses with a low kick.
As Hakekia backs off Orsic throws a huge counter combo but Hakekia manages to avoid it all.
A slapping body kick lands there for Hakekia.
Hakekia throws a series of punches but Orsic avoids them all with ease. #T1#
Hakekia works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Orsic rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hakekia moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Hakekia looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hakekia throws a leg kick but Orsic moved away.
Orsic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Hakekia throws a head kick but Orsic moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Orsic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hakekia fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Orsic.
Orsic staying out of range there.
A shot to the liver by Hakekia. Beautiful body shot.
Hakekia turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Hakekia looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#CL2#
Orsic clinches.
Hakekia takes a shot to the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Hakekia.
Hakekia with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Orsic blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Orsic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hakekia's elbow.
Hakekia throws a head punch that misses.
Hakekia misses with some punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Orsic turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!

Hakekia throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!#T2#
Orsic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hakekia was well out of range. Poor timing from Orsic.
Hakekia throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Orsic misses with a straight left. #CL2#
Orsic moves into the clinch successfully.
Orsic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hakekia or not.
Orsic lands with a short shot to the head.
Orsic throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hakekias head. #BC2#
Orsic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hakekia pivots, looking for a leg kick but Orsic is out of range and Hakekia settles back down. #TD2#
Orsic closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Orsic lands in his opponent's guard.
Orsic working some strikes from top position.
Hakekia preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Orsic throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
Orsic throws a big right hand that misses.
Hakekia utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Orsic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hakekia swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hakekia utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Orsic wants to control from the top but Hakekia keeps moving.
Orsic loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Hakekia keeping moving, preventing Orsic from controlling successfully.
Orsic throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Orsic loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Orsic looking to sit in guard and control but Hakekia gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Orsic has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hakekia can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Hakekia is sitting in close to Orsic's body. Orsic has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Hakekia is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Hakekia is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Orsic.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mate Orsic!
A very excited looking Mate Orsic 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.
Alika Hakekia was interviewed post fight and said 'Im Sorry Uso'.

 

Event: SMASH:Nascimento vs Gustafsson     
Date:   Dec 16, 2023
#R1#
Hatfield lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Nice jab there from Hatfield.
Hatfield throws a head kick but Orsic moves out of range.
Orsic takes a swing at Hatfield's ribcage but misses.
Hatfield has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#TD#
Orsic shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Hatfield's guard.
Hatfield wants to stand up but Orsic is controlling him.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Hatfield is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hatfield has momentary wrist control but Orsic slips an elbow through the middle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Hatfield is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Orsic prevents Hatfield from getting back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic lands a couple of digs.
Hatfield wants to stand but Orsic is controlling the position. #T1##ES2#
Hatfield is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Orsic.
Orsic tries to work over Hatfield's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Hatfield pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hatfield throws a leg kick #TD#
and Orsic decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Hatfield's guard.
Orsic is standing up over Hatfield. Hatfield looks to escape but Orsic dives into side control.
Orsic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#REVB#
Orsic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hatfield keeps working.
Orsic has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Orsic can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hatfield is looking to escape. #T2#
Orsic in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hatfield wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Orsic connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Hatfield is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Orsic looking to control but Hatfield is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hatfield is trying to stand.
Orsic is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Hatfield can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Orsic landing strikes from the mount and Hatfield is in trouble! #T3#
Hatfield tries to buck Orsic off but he can't manage it.
Orsic 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.
Orsic raining down shots from the mount!
Hatfield is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Orsic raining down shots from the mount!
Hatfield is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Orsic wants to control the pace but Hatfield is squirming around nicely.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Orsic cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers! #T4#
Hatfield is trying to stand.
Orsic lands a big elbow.
Hatfield is trying to stand but he's not in a good position to be doing that! Orsic has taken his back!
Orsic 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 Hatfield!
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Hatfield fending off the submission attempt from Orsic.
Hatfield is trying to get back to his feet but Orsic has full control of the position and if anything, Hatfield has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB#
Orsic working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #ES2#
Hatfield is trying escape back to his feet. He turns into his opponent's guard and eventually finds his way back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mate Orsic 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#
Orsic blocks a jab.
Hatfield looks for the body kick but Orsic saw that one coming.
Hatfield connects with a leg kick.
Orsic misses with a hook.
Hatfield looks to land a left hand but Orsic moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Orsic was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Hatfield cracks Orsic with a good jab.
Hatfield moves out of range as Orsic strikes.
Orsic misses with the combination.
Orsic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hatfield was well out of range. Poor timing from Orsic.
Orsic scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Hatfield rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Orsic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Orsic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hatfield can do to turn this around?
Orsic missing with a left hand there. Hatfield was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Orsic misses with a body shot.
Hatfield lands a slapping body shot.
Hatfield jabs Orsic right on the nose. Orsic blinks but takes it well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hatfield misses with a jab, cross combination.
Orsic walks into a left hand.
Hatfield cracks Orsic with a right hand to the side of the head.
Hatfield ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1#
A jab from Hatfield finds it's way through Orsic's defenses.
Orsic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hatfield moves away.
Orsic comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Riley Hatfield seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hatfield wants to land a leg kick but Orsic is out of range.
Orsic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Orsic dodges the punch combination from Hatfield.
Hatfield throws the left hand but Orsic avoids the punch easily.
Hatfield works the jab nicely.
A punch combination from Hatfield misses.
Orsic blocks a jab.
Hatfield throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Orsic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A leg kick checked by Orsic.
Orsic scores with a shot to the body.
Orsic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hatfield jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Orsic tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Hatfield rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hatfield takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Riley Hatfield seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hatfield swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T2#
Orsic slips under a jab from Hatfield.
Hatfield misses with a looping left.
Good shot there by Orsic.
Hatfield throws a looping overhand right but Orsic ducks down to avoid it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hatfield.
Hatfield gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Orsic feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Hatfields jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nice cross by Hatfield.
Mate Orsic is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Orsic slips under a jab from Hatfield.
Orsic moves away from the strike by Hatfield.
Hatfield waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Orsic.
Orsic tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hatfield swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Orsic's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Orsic duly obliges.
Orsic moves into range and connects with a jab.
Orsic moves away from the strike by Hatfield.
The fighters circle momentarily. Hatfield darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Orsic looks to score with a jab to the body but Hatfield is just out of range.
Good shot there by Hatfield.
Orsic tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hatfield manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Orsic misses with a hook. Hatfield ducked under it nicely.
Hatfield throws a quick inside leg kick.
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A swing and a miss from Hatfield.
Orsic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hatfield was well out of range. Poor timing from Orsic.
Orsic takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CL#
Hatfield gets tackled into the cage by Orsic. Orsic maintains the clinch.
Hatfield working aggressively here. #BC2#
Hatfield breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
It looks like Orsic has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Orsic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Orsic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hatfield throws a hook to the side of Orsic's head but Orsic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hatfield rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hatfield takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Orsic staying out of range there.
Orsic throws a hook but Hatfield blocks it.
Hatfield is looking to chop away at Orsic's legs.
Hatfield throws a low kick but it's checked well by Orsic.
Hatfield misses with a straight right.
Orsic attempts a counter takedown but Hatfield avoids it well and moves away.
Hatfield throws a jab when Orsic was well out of range.#T4#
Hatfield throws an overhand right that lands on Orsic's shoulder, as Orsic tries to avoid the shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hatfield ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Orsic shoots in for a takedown but Hatfield shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Orsic is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Hatfield ducks under a wild hook from Orsic.
It seemed like Hatfield was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hatfield ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hatfield keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Orsic will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Hatfield is looking to score with low kicks.
Orsic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Orsic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little jabbing left from Hatfield on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hatfield misses with a low kick.
Hatfield just misses with a punch to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Orsic misses the target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hatfield tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Orsic was well out of range. Poor timing from Hatfield.
Good exchange - Hatfield coming out on top.
Hatfield closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Hatfield jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Orsic lands a nice looking body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Riley Hatfield will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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. 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#
Orsic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
As Hatfield looks to move away, Orsic throws a big counter combo but Hatfield just gets out of the way.
Orsic 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.
Nice straight punches there by Orsic. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Orsic.
Hatfield swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Orsic lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hatfield circles away quickly and effectively.
Orsic on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A big right from Hatfield misses.
Hatfield uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Orsic.
Orsic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Orsic slips a straight right by Hatfield.
Hatfield with a jab.
Orsic misses with a looping right.
A nice combination there by Hatfield.
Hatfield shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Orsic shoots in for a double leg but Hatfield sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Orsic cracks Hatfield with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Orsic just misses with a punch to the body.
Hatfield takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Hatfield swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T1#
Orsic shoots in for a takedown but Hatfield shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Hatfield throws a hook to the side of Orsic's head but Orsic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Orsic lands with an uppercut that bounces Hatfield off the cage and back into range.
Hatfield is looking to score with low kicks.
Orsic throwing a counter right hand but Hatfield manages to avoid it.
Hatfield thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hatfield throws an off balance right hand
and Orsic counters with a two punch combo.
Orsic tries to clinch up but Hatfield circles away and keeps his distance.
Hatfield steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Orsic.
Hatfield looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A head kick misses from Hatfield.
A telegraphed right hand from Orsic misses the target.
A little jabbing left from Hatfield on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hatfield lands with an overhand left.
Orsic misses with a body shot.
Hatfield throws a hook but Orsic avoids it easily.
A swing and a miss from Hatfield.
Riley Hatfield is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Orsic closes the distance and clinches.
Orsic has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Hatfield is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mate Orsic. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Hatfield manages to break the clinch.
Hatfield ducks under a wild hook from Orsic.#T2#
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!
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Hatfield.
Orsic moves out of range as Hatfield strikes.
Hatfield slips under a jab from Orsic.
Orsic keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Hatfield misses with a straight left.
Hatfield lands a glancing blow to the side of Orsic's head.
Hatfield bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Orsic's head backwards.
No joy there for Hatfield, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A little feinted left hand from Orsic on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Hatfield is looking to chop away at Orsic's legs.
Orsic throws a right hand that Hatfield ducks under and follows up with a left that Hatfield also avoids with ease.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hatfield.
Orsic lands a jab to the head.
Hatfield waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Orsic.
Orsic throws a shot from downtown. Hatfield moves away and avoids it.
Orsic misses with a takedown attempt - Hatfield sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hatfield defending well as Orsic loads up on a big left hand.
Orsic slips a jab from Hatfield.#T3#
A head kick misses from Hatfield.
Hatfield throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hatfield throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Orsic takes a swing at Hatfield's ribcage but misses.
Hatfield appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Hatfield lands an overhand right.
Orsic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hatfield.
Orsic takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Good work by Orsic as he checks the leg kick.
Orsic throws a big counter combination but Hatfield scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
A big left from Hatfield misses.
Hatfield throws out a loose jab but Orsic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hatfield throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Orsic misses with a series of wild punches.
Orsic lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
A telegraphed right hand from Hatfield misses the target. #T4#
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A punch lands to the side of Orsic 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Orsic misses the shot to the body.
Hatfield looks to land a right hand but Orsic moved out of range.
Hatfield connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Orsic momentarily.
Hatfield rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Orsic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hatfield throws a jab but it's blocked by Orsic.
Hatfield fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Orsic manages to avoid it.
Nice takedown defense from Hatfield. No joy for Orsic on that attempt.
Orsic slips a jab from Hatfield.
Hatfield throws a looping overhand right but Orsic ducks down to avoid it.
Hatfield finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Hatfield throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Orsic.
Hatfield scores with the left hand. Orsic knows he should have avoided that one. #CL#
Orsic clinches up with Hatfield and pushes him back against the cage.
Orsic drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hatfield pulls his leg out and moves away.
Hatfield tries to land a leg kick but Orsic saw it coming and moves away.
Orsic is looking to counter punch.
Hatfield lands a nice leg kick that just misses Orsic's sensitive parts.

And that's the end of the fight!
Riley Hatfield comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Hatfield 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 29:28
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Riley Hatfield!

A victorious Riley Hatfield thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: SMASH: Sitsongrit vs Kentas     
Date:   Nov 25, 2023
#R1#
Orsic slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Materlak swats away the attempt to clinch by Orsic.
Materlak misses with a low kick.
Orsic takes one on the button.
Materlak misses with a body shot.
Orsic with a nice cross.
Materlak cracks Orsic with a right hand to the side of the head.
Materlak misses with a looping left.
Orsic thuds his right hand into Materlak's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Orsic with a nice cross.
Nice defenses there by Orsic.
Michal Materlak seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Materlak misses with a body shot.
Orsic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Materlak just misses with a punch to the body.
Materlak slips a straight right by Orsic.
It looked like Materlak was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Orsic.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Materlak darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jab from Materlak.
Good exchange - Materlak coming out on top.
Materlak scores with a jab.
Materlak throws a body punch but Orsic moves out of range. #T1#
Sloppy strikes from Orsic. Those never looked like landing.
Orsic throws a right hand that Materlak ducks under and follows up with a left that Materlak also avoids with ease.
Orsic connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Orsic avoids the body shot from Materlak.
Materlak lands a head shot.
Materlak throws a body shot but no joy.
Michal Materlak is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Materlak fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A looping hook to the body misses from Orsic. Materlak does a little dance to reset his feet.
Materlak missing with a left hand there. Orsic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Materlak lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A bone on bone clash there as Orsic blocks the leg kick.
Materlak throws a body punch but Orsic moves out of range.
Orsic moves out of range of the strikes.
Materlak lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Materlak connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Orsic momentarily.
A jab from Materlak does it's job there.
Materlak misses with a hook.
Orsic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Materlak moves away.
Orsic wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T2#
Materlak takes a swing at Orsic's ribcage but misses.
Materlak slips under a jab.
Orsic lands a jab to the nose.
Orsic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Materlak was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Materlak scores with a jab. Orsic acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Materlak works the jab nicely.
No joy there for Orsic, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Materlak swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Orsic misses with a wild body shot.
Materlak is looking to counter the offense by Orsic and move into the clinch.
Materlak throws a body punch but Orsic moves out of range.
A jab from Orsic misses.
Orsic takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Orsic has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Orsic looks to land a combination. Materlak sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Materlak throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Orsic has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Orsic slips under a jab.#CL#
Materlak moves into range and clinches up with Orsic.
Materlak stops a takedown attempt from Orsic.
Orsic drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Materlak gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Orsic is trying to drag Materlak to the mat but Materlak just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Michal Materlak has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mate Orsic.#T3#
Materlak tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Orsic's elbow.
Materlak lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Materlak.
Materlak lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Orsic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Materlak scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Materlak breaks the clinch.
Orsic ducks right into an uppercut from Materlak.
Materlak scores with a leg kick.
Materlak fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Orsic manages to avoid it.
Materlak throws a lazy right hand but Orsic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Orsic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Orsic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Orsic takes a swing at Materlak's ribcage but misses.
Orsic moves out of range of the strikes.
Materlak darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Orsic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Materlak throws out the jab. #T4#
Materlak throws a nice inside leg kick.
Orsic misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Materlak uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Orsic.
Materlak appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Materlak misses with a looping right.
Orsic avoids the body shot from Materlak.
Materlak keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Materlak throws an overhand right that lands on Orsic's shoulder, as Orsic tries to avoid the shot.
Materlak ducks under a wild hook from Orsic.
Materlak is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Materlak misses with a body shot.
Orsic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Materlak ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Orsic moves away.
Materlak misses with a hook.
Materlak attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Orsic scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Materlak is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Orsic.
Orsic feints the counter takedown.
Materlak cracks a nice hook into Orsic's ribs.#CL#
Materlak has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Orsic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michal Materlak dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Materlak punishes Orsic's body with a nice straight punch.
Orsic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Materlak.
Orsic tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Materlak defends well and Orsic ends up having to push Materlak into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Materlak misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Orsic.
Orsic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Orsic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Materlak manages to avoid it.
Jab by Materlak.
Orsic takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Materlak misses with an uppercut. Orsic saw that one coming.#TD2#
Orsic changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Materlak looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Materlak struggling a bit here.
Materlak tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Orsic is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Materlak knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The ground and pound from Orsic seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #T1#
Materlak tries to buck Orsic off but Orsic is having none of it.
Orsic working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Materlak is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Orsic asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Materlak tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Orsic taking a break here but Materlak is having none of it and regains half guard. #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.
Orsic working the head and body with strikes.
Orsic works his way into side control.
Orsic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Materlak keeps working.
Materlak prevents Orsic from improving position.
Materlak is looking for a sweep.
Orsic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Materlak keeps working.
Orsic prevents Materlak from escaping the position.#T3#
Orsic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Materlak keeps working.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Materlak is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Materlak is looking to control Orsic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Materlak avoid being mounted?
Orsic trying to mount his opponent but Materlak defends it.
Materlak is controlling Orsic's trapped leg to prevent Orsic from advancing to side control.
Orsic passes to side control.
Materlak is trying to control Orsic's posture but Orsic avoids it. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Orsic in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Orsic advances nicely into full mount.
Orsic can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Materlak is looking to escape.
Materlak is trying desperately to improve position.
Mate Orsic has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Orsic working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Materlak defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Orsic.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Mate Orsic will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Materlak takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Materlak throws a poor cross that misses #TD2#
and Orsic counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Materlak is trying to control but can't.
Materlak is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Orsic's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Orsic's back!
Orsic is really stuck here.
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Materlak.
Orsic takes a big shot to the side of the head. #SUB#
Materlak patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Will Materlak go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position? #SUB#
Materlak is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Orsic is defending well though. Materlak let's go of the attempt for now.
Orsic manages to reverse the position and now he's in Materlak's guard. Nice work there by Orsic.
Materlak is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Orsic can do to turn this around?
Orsic wants to pass the guard but Materlak is keeping the position.#T1#
Materlak is trying to keep Orsic in close.
Orsic landing with the ground and pound.
Materlak wants to sweep here but Orsic controlling him for the moment.
Orsic tries to free his leg and advance position but Materlak is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Materlak working a defensive guard but Orsic passes into half guard. #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.
Orsic looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Materlak wants to get back to his feet.
Orsic prevents Materlak from improving his position.
Materlak trying to control from the bottom.
Materlak regains full guard. Nicely done.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Orsic accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Materlak tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Orsic throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Orsic lands a couple of digs.
Orsic is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Orsic won't allow Materlak to sweep him here.
Orsic pushes down on Materlak's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Orsic thows an elbow strike that misses. Materlak gets hold of full guard and has managed to get a loose guillotine attempt. Orsic doesn't seem too bothered but Materlak quickly shifts his position and has tightened the hold! Orsic is in big trouble now - he's going a funny colour - he's tapping out! Nice finish there! Orsic really should have spotted the danger earlier though... either incompetence or over-confidence has resulted in a big L on his record.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Michal Materlak!
Our winner, Michal Materlak, 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: Tryastsyn vs Frewin 2     
Date:   Oct 21, 2023
#R1#
Orsic scores with a punch to the head.
Orsic lands a two punch combo.
No joy there for Orsic, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Orsic punishes Tonon's body with a nice straight punch.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Tonon.
Tonon misses with an uppercut. Orsic saw that one coming.
Tonon has his takedown stuffed
letting Orsic counter with a right hand.
Damian Tonon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tonon misses the shot to the body.
Nice sprawl there from Tonon as Orsic shoots in.
Tonon shoots in looking for a takedown but Orsic manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tonon's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Orsic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tonon. #TD2#
Tonon closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Orsic's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tonon tries to free his leg and advance position but Orsic is retaining full guard.
Tonon stays in close to Orsic's body and controls the position.
Tonon won't allow Orsic to sweep him here. #T1#
Orsic keeping full guard, as Tonon tries to pass.
Orsic wants to get back to his feet but Tonon is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Tonon passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Tonon is looking to take a break and control but Orsic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Orsic is looking to regain half guard here but Tonon keeps moving and retains side control.
Orsic is trying to escape the position but Tonon is controlling the position.
Orsic sneaks back into half guard.
Tonon trying to control the pace. #T2#
Orsic moves into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tonon controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Tonon stopping the sweep attempt from Orsic.
Tonon wants to control from the top but Orsic keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tonon postures up in Orsic's guard and throws a big left but Orsic blocks it.
Tonon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Orsic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Orsic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tonon is one step ahead there.
Tonon wants to control from the top but Orsic keeps moving. #T3##SUB#
Orsic has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tonon can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tonon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Orsic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tonon works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Tonon controlling the action here.
Orsic is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Tonon's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Tonon's back!
Orsic lands a shot to the head.
Tonon wants to control his opponent's hands but Orsic gets his hands free. #T4#
Orsic is working the ground and pound. Can Tonon escape?
Tonon manages to reverse the position and now he's in Orsic's guard. Nice work there by Tonon.
Tonon trying to control the position from guard on top but Orsic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tonon is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Orsic tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Orsic seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Tonon wants to control from the top but Orsic keeps moving.
Tonon might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Orsic haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Orsic has an active guard here but Tonon has managed to pass into half guard.
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 Mate Orsic will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Tonon goes for a double leg but Orsic avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Orsic continues to drive forward.
No joy there for Tonon, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Orsic lands a right hook to the body.
Mate Orsic is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Tonon throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Orsic was covering up waiting for the punch and Tonon finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Orsic 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.
Orsic controls Tonon momentarily but Tonon frees himself.
Tonon is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Orsic has his foot on Tonon's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tonon works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tonon controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Tonon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Tonon passes into half guard.
Orsic trying to hold on to Tonon's head to control him but Tonon postures up.
Tonon content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Orsic keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Orsic wants to get back to full guard.
Tonon is looking to advance position but Orsic won't allow it.
Tonon stops Orsic from getting back to his feet.
Tonon is pressing down on Orsic's thigh, looking to free his foot. Orsic is holding on for now.
Orsic wants to control but Tonon is keeping busy.
Orsic is looking to improve his position. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tonon passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Orsic!
Tonon putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Tonon content just to control the position here.
Orsic is desperately trying to improve his position but Tonon has a good base and remains in mount.
Tonon looking to control but Orsic is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Orsic is working to get back to half guard.
Tonon tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T3#
Tonon tries to control but Orsic wriggling away.
Orsic tries to lock up and control but Tonon gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Orsic is desperately trying to improve his position but Tonon has a good base and remains in mount.
Tonon controlling from the full mount.
Orsic manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Tonon content to control rather than advance.
My spies in Gym inform me that Tonon has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Damian Tonon has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tonon is looking to advance position but Orsic won't allow it. #T4#
Orsic makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Orsic.
Orsic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tonon is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Orsic escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tonon gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Orsic has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Tonon sitting in guard here, content to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tonon won't allow Orsic to sweep him here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Damian Tonon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Tonon misses with a left hand
and Orsic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tonon gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Orsic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD2#
Tonon throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Orsic tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Tonon is in Orsic's guard.
Orsic bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tonon's guard. #REVR#
Tonon has Orsic pulled in close to control his posture.
Tonon 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.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Tonon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic landing with the ground and pound.
Tonon 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#
Orsic wants to improve his position but Tonon is controlling well. #T1#
Tonon tries to pass the half guard into mount. Orsic knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Orsic manages to get to full guard.
Tonon trying to control but Orsic is working from the bottom.
Orsic looking for a sweep. Not yet Orsic, not yet.
Tonon is stalling in the full guard.
Tonon trying to control but Orsic is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Orsic has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tonon can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tonon tries to free his leg and advance position but Orsic is retaining full guard.
Tonon is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Tonon trying to control but Orsic is working from the bottom.
Tonon passes into half guard.
Orsic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tonon wants to take a breather but Orsic is having none of it.
Orsic tries to roll over but Tonon keeps him under control.
Tonon controlling the action here.#T3#
Tonon prevents Orsic from improving his position.
Orsic gets full guard.
Tonon wants to pass the guard but Orsic is keeping the position.
Orsic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tonon is one step ahead there.
Orsic keeping full guard, as Tonon tries to pass.
Tonon engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Tonon trying to control the position from guard on top but Orsic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tonon lands with an overhand left.
Tonon shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Orsic as he avoids it easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tonon is defended easily by Orsic.
Mate Orsic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Damian Tonon.
Orsic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tonon.
Left hook, right uppercut from Orsic.
A jab from Tonon finds it's way through Orsic's defenses.
Tonon misses with a takedown attempt
and Orsic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tonon takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tonon misses the shot to the body.
Tonon misses with a body punch
and Tonon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Orsic bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tonon's head backwards.
Orsic takes a swing at Tonon's ribcage but misses.
Orsic takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Mate Orsic.
I think Orsic 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight 29:28
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mate Orsic!

After winning the bout, Mate Orsic thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: SMASH: Tryastsyn vs Dankovich     
Date:   Sep 24, 2023
#R1#
Orsic throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Forza counters with a nice uppercut.
Orsic catches Forza with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Orsic misses with a body shot.
A nice side step and Forza releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A slow jab from Orsic misses its intended target.
Mate Orsic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Orsic smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Orsic fails to land with a series of punches.
Forza takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Orsic avoids the body shot from Forza.
Orsic has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Mike Jones MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Forza thows a left - swing and a miss!
Orsic lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Forza keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Orsic.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Forza! But no joy.#TD#
Orsic drives through with a takedown into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Forza holds on and takes a little breather.
Forza working a defensive guard here. #T1#
Forza controlling the position.
Orsic wants to pass the guard but Forza is keeping the position.
Forza 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#
Forza is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Orsic doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Forza.
Orsic wants to get back to full guard.
Orsic is working hard here to advance position.
Orsic is concentrating on defense, preventing Forza from advancing position.
Forza looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T2##SUB2#
Forza is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Orsic sees it coming and defends easily.
Orsic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Forza is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Forza seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Orsic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Orsic looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Forza wants to stand up but Orsic is controlling the position.
Orsic manages to get to full guard. #T3##SUB#
Orsic looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Forza passes into half guard.
Forza wants to lay and pray for a moment but Orsic keeps working. #SUB#
Orsic looking for submissions off his back.
Forza wants to free his trapped foot but Orsic is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Orsic tries to roll over but Forza keeps him under control.
Orsic gets full guard.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Forza trying to control the position from guard on top but Orsic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Orsic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Orsic throwing strikes from guard but Forza blocks nicely.
Orsic preventing the sweep.
Forza is adopting a defensive guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Orsic throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Orsic postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Orsic pushes down on Forza's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Forza is looking to control Orsic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Forza avoid being mounted?
Orsic working the head and body with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mate Orsic 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#
Orsic lands a body shot.
Orsic listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Forza throws an overhand right that lands on Orsic's shoulder, as Orsic tries to avoid the shot.
Orsic throws a good cross that connects.
Orsic lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Forza missing with a left hand there. Orsic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Orsic showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Forza.
Forza lands a slapping body shot.
Forza avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Orsic's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Orsic duly obliges.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Forza throws a hook but Orsic blocks it.#T1#
Forza misses with a looping right.
Forza takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Forza missing with a left hand there. Orsic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Forza lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Raimundo Forza is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Orsic clobbers Forza with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Forza lands with a shot to the body.
A jab from Forza misses.
Orsic swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Forza blocks a jab.
Forza let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Nice defenses there by Forza.
Orsic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Forza.
Orsic looks to score with a jab to the body but Forza is just out of range.
Orsic slips under a jab from Forza.#T2#
Forza swats away the attempt to clinch by Orsic.
Forza avoids the body shot from Orsic.
Forza looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A punch combination from Orsic misses.
Forza throws a low kick but it's checked well by Orsic.
Orsic misses with a wild body shot.
Orsic takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Orsic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Forza can do to turn this around?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Forza rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Orsic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Orsic slips a straight right by Forza.
Forza throws out a powerful jab.
Orsic is looking to clinch but Forza is avoiding it.
Forza looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mate Orsic is winning the standup battle so far.
Forza looks to score with a jab to the body but Orsic is just out of range.#T3#
Forza tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Orsic was well out of range. Poor timing from Forza.
Orsic jabs Forza right on the nose. Forza blinks but takes it well.
Forza fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Orsic misses with a two punch combination.
Forza displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Orsic.
Forza let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#TD#
Orsic 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.
Orsic sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Forza's guard.
Forza trying to hold on to Orsic's head to control him but Orsic postures up.
Mate Orsic overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Orsic working Forza over with strikes.
Orsic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Forza 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.
Orsic working Forza over with strikes. #T4#
Forza works his way to full guard. Good work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Forza keeping moving, preventing Orsic from controlling successfully.
Orsic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Forza trying to keep a closed guard but Orsic is proving a slippery customer.
Orsic wants to control from the top but Forza keeps moving.
Orsic lands a couple of elbows.
Orsic trying to control but Forza is working from the bottom.
Orsic throws a big elbow that misses.
Orsic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Forza swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Orsic with a flurry of punches that miss.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mate Orsic dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
A combination from Orsic does no damage.
A looping hook to the body misses from Forza. Orsic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Forza staying out of range there.
Orsic is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Forza looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Forza throws a shot from downtown. Orsic moves away and avoids it.
Orsic moves out of range of the leg kick from Forza.
Orsic bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Forza defending well as Orsic loads up on a big left hand.
A jab from Orsic misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Forza showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Orsic.
Forza throws an off balance right hand
and Orsic counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
A shot to the body from Orsic misses
and Forza counters with a nice uppercut.
Orsic takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Forza tries to clinch but Orsic moves out of range.
Good shot there by Forza.
Forza misses with a lunging right hand
and Orsic counters with a two punch combo.
Orsic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Forza.
Forza misses with a leg kick.
Orsic throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Forza stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Forza avoids the body shot from Orsic.
Orsic misses with a wild body shot.
Orsic throws a shot from downtown. Forza moves away and avoids it.
It seemed like Forza was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Orsic jabs Forza right on the nose. Forza blinks but takes it well.#T2#
Orsic shoots in looking for a takedown but Forza manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Orsic's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Forza lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Raimundo Forza has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Forza lands a right hook to the body.
Forza cracks Orsic with an open hand slap.#TD#
Orsic closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Orsic lands in his opponent's guard.
Forza controlling Orsic's posture. #T3#
Forza looking to control.
Orsic stopping the sweep attempt from Forza.
Orsic pushing down on Forza's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Orsic working Forza over with strikes.
Forza is pressing down on Orsic's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Orsic wants to control from the top but Forza keeps moving.
Orsic slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Orsic working away.#SUB#
Orsic looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Forza tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Orsic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Mate Orsic is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Orsic works to advance to full mount. Forza defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Orsic can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Forza is looking to escape.
Forza can't escape the position.
Orsic landing strikes from the mount and Forza is in trouble!
Forza tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Orsic trying to control but Forza is having none of it.
Forza tries to lock up and control but Orsic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Forza is trying to escape the mount.
Orsic landing shots from mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mate Orsic showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Orsic 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 Donatello Bradman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mate Orsic!

A relieved looking Mate Orsic 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: Sucker Punch Pro Series 278     
Date:   Aug 25, 2023
#R1#
Logan bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Orsic throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Logan on the side of the head.
Orsic takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Orsic misses with a looping left.
Logan appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A nice leg kick from Logan, right into the meat of the thigh.
A nice inside leg kick there by Logan. That's going to slow Orsic down.
Logan showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Orsic.
Orsic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Logan manages to avoid it.
Logan feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Orsic scores with a nice right hand.
Logan lands a leg kick that knocks Orsic off balance momentarily.
Orsic closes this distance looking for a takedown but Logan circles away.
Orsic misses with a double jab.
Logan fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Orsic.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Logan avoids a punch combination nicely.
Orsic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A slow jab from Orsic misses its intended target.
Orsic slips a straight right by Logan.
Logan connects with a jab.#T1#
Logan fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Orsic is out of range.
Orsic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd cheers as Logan lands an impressive looking overhand right. Orsic doesn't seem phased though.
Orsic gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Frankie Logan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Orsic takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Orsic slips under a jab from Logan.
The crowd cheers as Orsic lands an impressive looking overhand right. Logan doesn't seem phased though.
Logan looks to land a combination but Orsic avoids it well. #TD2#
Orsic shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Logan is trying to defend but Orsic finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Orsic is thwarting Logan's attempts to control the position.
Logan taking some punishment here, with Orsic in his half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Logan trying to hold on to Orsic's head to control him but Orsic postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Orsic thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T2#
Logan keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Orsic wants to free his trapped foot but Logan is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Orsic is trying to work for a kimura but Logan is defending well.
Logan is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Logan trying to control but Orsic postures up. #SUB2#
Logan makes his way to full guard, as Orsic worked for a kimura.
Logan is trying to keep Orsic in close.
Logan 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#
Orsic looking to pass the guard.
Orsic throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Orsic throws an elbow that misses. Logan uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Orsic's guard. Nice move by Logan!#REVR#
Logan sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Orsic is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Logan is aware though and is defending well.
Logan wants to pass the guard but Orsic is keeping the position.#SU#
Orsic is working an open guard so Logan takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Orsic. Logan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Logan throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
The fighters circling - Logan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Logan bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Orsic's head backwards.
Logan throws a nice inside leg kick.
Logan takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Orsic lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Logan connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Orsic misses with a double jab.
Logan appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Logan darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Logan misses with an uppercut. Orsic saw that one coming.
Orsic misses the shot to the body.
It looks like Logan has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Orsic has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Orsic needs to keep his hands up - Logan had a free shot at his head there.
Logan scores with a nice strike.
Logan is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Orsic misses with a hook.
Orsic misses the shot to the body.
Orsic has his takedown stuffed
and Logan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Logan throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frankie Logan 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#
Logan lands a jab to the head.
Orsic rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Logan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Orsic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Logan scores with a sloppy right hand. Orsic should have avoided that one.
Orsic missing with a left hand there. Logan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Logan lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Logan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Logan connects with a leg kick.
Orsic scores with a jab.
Logan throws a hook but Orsic blocks it.
Orsic with a jab.
Logan digs a good hook to Orsic's body.
Logan tests Orsic's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A big right from Logan misses.
Logan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Orsic.
Logan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Logan wants to slow Orsic down by chopping away at his legs.
Logan throws a sloppy head kick and Orsic moves out of range easily. #T1#
Orsic takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Logan throws an overhand right that lands on Orsic's shoulder, as Orsic tries to avoid the shot.
Logan misses the jab.
Logan throws a hook but Orsic blocks it.
Orsic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Logan.
Logan blocks a jab.
Logan with a hook.
Orsic connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A jab from Logan misses.
Frankie Logan is winning the standup battle so far.
Some wild striking there from Orsic.
Orsic lands a jab to Logan's midsection.
Logan chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Orsic swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Logan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Logan scores with a nice strike.
Orsic moves out of range as Logan strikes.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Orsic blocks a jab.
Orsic changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Orsic misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Logan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Orsic scores with a nice head shot.
Orsic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Logan gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Logan ducks right into an uppercut from Orsic.
Logan tried to score with a low kick but Orsic checks it.
Orsic has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Logan misses with a double jab.
Logan misses with a hook.
Orsic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Logan changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Logan.
Orsic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Logan with a body shot.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Logan.
Despite the aggression on Orsic's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A nice inside leg kick there by Logan. That's going to slow Orsic down.
Logan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Orsic.
Orsic tests Logan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Orsic throws a right and a left that both miss.
Orsic's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T3#
Orsic throws a right and a left that Logan avoids nicely.
Logan tried to counter with a leg kick but Orsic avoided it.
Logan scoring well with a low kick there.
Orsic throws a predictable looking body shot
and Logan counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Logan throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Logan thumps Orsic with a low kick.
Logan takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Logan misses with a leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Logan.
Orsic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Logan thuds his right hand into Orsic's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Mate Orsic is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Orsic misses the shot to the body.
Logan lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A low kick lands for Logan.
Logan misses the shot to the body.
Logan throws a leg kick but Orsic moved away.
Orsic will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T4#
Logan throws a looping overhand right but Orsic ducks down to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Orsic paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Nice uppercut there from Logan.
Orsic has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Orsic has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Logan.
Orsic throws a series of punches but Logan moves out of range.
Logan moves away from the strike by Orsic.
Orsic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Logan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Orsic can do to turn this around?
Orsic swings for the body but Logan moves out of range.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Logan.
Orsic misses the shot to the body.
Logan moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Logan is looking to slow Orsic down with leg kicks.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Orsic misses with a takedown attempt - Logan sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Logan scoring well with a low kick there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frankie Logan dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Orsic misses the shot to the body.
Orsic takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Orsic connects with a crisp jab.
Nice body punch from Logan.
Logan throws a leg kick that misses.
Orsic takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Orsic lands with a good body shot.
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Orsic is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Orsic misses with an uppercut. Logan saw that one coming.
Orsic thows a left - swing and a miss!
Orsic misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Logan swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Logan looks to land a right hand but Orsic moved out of range.
Logan throws a sloppy head kick and Orsic moves out of range easily.
Logan wants to land a leg kick but Orsic is out of range.
Logan throws a solid leg kick but Orsic takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Logan.
Logan throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Orsic throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Logan displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Orsic.
Orsic throws an off balance right hand
letting Logan counter with a right hand.
That kick from Logan tenderised Orsic's leg. Orsic is trying to keep his angry face on.
Logan misses the jab.
Logan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Orsic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Orsic misses with the combination.
Orsic dips to his left and cracks Logan with an uppercut!
Logan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Orsic with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Logan to score with a decent uppercut.
Orsic throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Logan counters with a nice body shot.
Logan scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Logan misses with a body shot.
Frankie Logan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Orsic takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Orsic looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Logan lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Orsic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Logan swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Logan lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from Logan.
Logan looks to land a left hand but Orsic moved out of range nicely.
Logan throws the left hand but Orsic avoids the punch easily.
Orsic checks a low kick from Logan.
Logan buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Logan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Orsic.
Orsic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Logan moves away.
Orsic misses with a wild body shot.
Orsic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Logan.
Orsic checks a leg kick.
Orsic keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Mate Orsic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A big right from Logan misses.
And Orsic tries to counter it with a takedown but Logan pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T3#
Logan is looking to slow Orsic down with leg kicks.
Logan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Orsic was well out of range. Poor timing from Logan.
Logan throws a lazy right hand but Orsic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Logan throws a shot to the body.
Logan throws a lazy right hand but Orsic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A nice leg kick lands there from Logan.
Logan lands a nice shot to the body.
Orsic connects with a body shot.
Jab from Orsic.
Orsic closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Logan ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Logan avoids a punch combination nicely.
Logan was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Logan misses with a wild body shot.
Logan chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Orsic stalks Logan and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Logan's face. Logan staggers backwards, shaken.
Logan lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Logan misses with a hook. Orsic ducked under it nicely.
Orsic checks a leg kick nicely.
Logan scores with a jab to the jaw.
A telegraphed right hand from Logan misses the target.
Orsic avoids the body shot from Logan.
Logan staying out of range there.
Jab from Logan.
Orsic swinging wildly here.
Orsic has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Logan.
Logan throws a one two combo.
Logan connects with a looping right hand.
Logan lands with a hook. Orsic tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Frankie Logan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Logan, 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frankie Logan!

An out of breath Frankie Logan thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 272     
Date:   Aug 04, 2023
#R1#
Orsic lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Alderidge has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center in the buildup to the fight.
Orsic throws a left and a right that both miss #CL#
and Alderidge moves into the clinch.
Orsic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Orsic taking a breather.
Alderidge tries to land knees in the clinch but Orsic avoids the damage to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Alderidge.
Orsic is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Alderidge is keeping busy.
Alderidge misses with a hook to the ribs.
Orsic lands with a right to the head.
Orsic can't get the takedown.
A nice right hand lands inside from Alderidge.
Alderidge swings wildly with an uppercut but Orsic uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Alderidge.
Alderidge pushes Orsic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Alderidge working some nice short punches in the clinch.
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!
Alderidge working aggressively here.
Alderidge misses with a punch to the body.
Alderidge lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Alderidge scores with a hook to the body.
Alderidge goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Orsic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Orsic throws a poor cross that misses
and Alderidge counters with a nice leg kick.
Orsic takes one to the side of the head.
Orsic has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Orsic misses with a two punch combination.
Orsic throws a hook but Alderidge avoids it easily.
Orsic throws an off balance right hand
letting Alderidge counter with a right hand.
Orsic misses with a hook
and Alderidge counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Alderidge uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Orsic.
Ranger Alderidge is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Orsic throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Alderidge connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mate Orsic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alderidge swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Orsic misses with a right hand
and Alderidge counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Alderidge steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Orsic.
Orsic tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
Orsic looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Orsic closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Orsic wants to control but Alderidge is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Orsic working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Orsic throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Alderidge works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Alderidge wants to improve his position but Orsic is controlling well.
Alderidge keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T3##SUB2#
Orsic is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Orsic throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Alderidge is trying to get back to full guard.
Orsic is pressing down on Alderidge's thigh, looking to free his foot. Alderidge is holding on for now.
Orsic throwing shots but Alderidge is blocking nicely.
Alderidge keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Orsic is trying to work for a kimura but Alderidge is defending well.
Orsic throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Orsic is keen to just control but Alderidge is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Orsic is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Alderidge sees it coming and defends easily.
Orsic throwing shots but Alderidge is blocking nicely.
Alderidge controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Orsic sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Alderidge defending well though. #SUB2#
Orsic is working for a submission of some sort.
Orsic throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
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 Ranger Alderidge will probably get the nod.
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#
Alderidge slips a jab and a cross from Orsic.
Orsic throws a right hand that Alderidge ducks under and follows up with a left that Alderidge also avoids with ease.
Orsic throws a series of punches but Alderidge moves out of range.
As Orsic tries to get set, Alderidge tries to push him back and clinch up but Orsic manages to avoid the attempt.
Alderidge misses with a straight right.
A solid leg kick lands there for Alderidge.
Orsic misses with a straight right.
Orsic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Orsic swinging wildly here.
Alderidge looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Orsic misses its intended target.
Orsic takes a swing at Alderidge's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Alderidge pushes Orsic up against the cage in a clinch.#T1#
Alderidge doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nice body punch from Alderidge.
Alderidge lands a right hand that snaps the head of Orsic backwards.
Alderidge lands a left hand that snaps the head of Orsic backwards.
Orsic has a couple of punches blocked by Alderidge.
Orsic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Orsic misses with the head strike.
Alderidge tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Orsic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Alderidge's elbow.
Orsic misses with a punch on the inside.
Alderidge misses with a hook to the ribs.
Alderidge pushes Orsic back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Orsic is breathing heavily.
Alderidge tries to throw a body punch but Orsic avoids it by throwing Alderidge back against the cage.
Alderidge lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ranger Alderidge has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Alderidge missing with knees to the body.
Alderidge blocks a body shot from Orsic.
Orsic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Alderidge stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Alderidge.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Alderidge.
A short body shot lands from Alderidge as the two fighters clinch.
Alderidge throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Orsic blocks it with crossed arms. #T2#
Orsic blocks a body shot from Alderidge.
Orsic misses with the head strike.
Alderidge lands a nice shot to the body.
Alderidge scores with a shoulder strike.
Alderidge lands a good knee to the midsection. Orsic won't want to take too many of those.
Orsic is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Alderidge lands a shoulder strike.
Orsic doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Alderidge lands a left hand.
Alderidge lands an uppercut.
Alderidge is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Orsic can do to turn this around?
Alderidge makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A body shot lands from Alderidge.
Alderidge lands a body punch in the clinch.
A short left from Alderidge.
A short right from Alderidge.
Orsic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Alderidge presses Orsic against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Alderidge with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Alderidge works on Orsic's body with a couple of short punches.
A hook to the body from Alderidge. #T3#
Alderidge lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Orsic blocks a body shot from Alderidge.
Alderidge pushes Orsic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Alderidge lands a body punch.
Alderidge scores a nice knee to the body.
Alderidge lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Orsic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Alderidge tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Orsic's elbow.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Orsic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Good body shot from Alderidge.
Alderidge lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Alderidge lands a nice uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Orsic.
Alderidge lands a body shot in the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alderidge presses Orsic against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Alderidge lands a body punch in the clinch.
A hook to the body from Alderidge.
A right hand to the body from Alderidge.
Alderidge lands with a short shot to the head.
Alderidge digs a right hand underneath Orsic's ribcage. Orsic let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T4#
A short uppercut from Alderidge.
A hook to the body from Alderidge.
Alderidge cracks Orsic with a nice body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Alderidge.
Alderidge cracks Orsic with a nice body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Alderidge.
Orsic blocks a body shot from Alderidge.
A hook to the body from Alderidge.
Alderidge lands with a short shot to the head.
Alderidge lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Orsic.
Alderidge tries to work over Orsic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Alderidge lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Orsic or not.
Alderidge lands a shoulder strike.
Alderidge lands a hook to the side of the head.
Orsic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Alderidge works on Orsic's body with a couple of short punches.
Alderidge tries to work over Orsic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Alderidge stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Alderidge.
A shot in the inside from Alderidge.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ranger Alderidge dominated that second round.
That's time! Alderidge's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Orsic misses with a looping right.
Alderidge is looking to counter the offense by Orsic and move into the clinch.
Mate Orsic is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Alderidge throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Orsic misses with a looping right.
Orsic swings widly with a right hand
and Alderidge counters with a nice low kick that buckles Orsic's knee momentarily.
Orsic swings widly with a right hand #CL#
and Alderidge counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
A short uppercut from Alderidge.
A head punch on the inside from Alderidge fails to land.
A shot in the inside from Alderidge.
Alderidge lands a left hand.
Alderidge lands with a left to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic avoiding damage as Alderidge throws knees to the body.
Alderidge lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Orsic backwards.
Alderidge lands a nice shot to the body.
Orsic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Orsic tries to throw a body punch but Alderidge avoids it by throwing Orsic back against the cage.
Alderidge lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Orsic.
Alderidge lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alderidge scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
Alderidge digs a right hand underneath Orsic's ribcage. Orsic let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Alderidge lands a nice shot to the body.
Alderidge lands a right hand that snaps the head of Orsic backwards.
A left hand lands to the body for Alderidge.
Alderidge tries a body shot but Orsic blocks it.
Alderidge lands a shot to the body.
A hook to the body from Alderidge.
A short body shot lands from Alderidge as the two fighters clinch.
Alderidge lands a right hand.
Alderidge lands a hook that snaps the head of Orsic backwards.
Alderidge presses Orsic against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Alderidge with a knee to the head.
Alderidge lands an uppercut.
A short right from Alderidge.
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!
Orsic takes a shot to the head.
Good body shot from Alderidge.
A right handed body shot lands from Alderidge.
Alderidge misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Alderidge scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
Orsic has a couple of punches blocked by Alderidge.
Alderidge lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Orsic backwards.
Alderidge works on Orsic's body with a couple of short punches.
Good body shot from Alderidge.
Alderidge gets through Orsic's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Alderidge scores with a shot to the side of Orsic's head.
Alderidge lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Alderidge lands a body punch in the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Alderidge.
Alderidge lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Alderidge misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Orsic throws a punch but it's blocked by Alderidge.
Orsic has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Alderidge avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Alderidge digs a right hand underneath Orsic's ribcage. Orsic let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Alderidge lands a body punch.
Alderidge struggles to land a body shot inside as Orsic controls his hands.
Knees in the clinch landing for Alderidge.
Alderidge cracks Orsic with a nice body shot.
Alderidge tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mate Orsic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Alderidge works on Orsic's body with a couple of short punches.#T3#
Alderidge lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Orsic or not.
Alderidge misses with a body punch.
Alderidge is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Orsic is defending well for now.
Orsic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Alderidge's elbow.
Still in the clinch, Alderidge scores with a nice short uppercut.
Orsic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Alderidge throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Alderidge.
Alderidge lands a body shot.
A short left from Alderidge.
Alderidge scores with a shoulder strike.
Still in the clinch, Alderidge scores with a nice short uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Alderidge scores with a nice short uppercut.
Orsic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice body punch from Alderidge - that landed with a thud.
Alderidge stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Orsic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Good body shot from Alderidge.
Alderidge missing with knees to the body. #T4#
Nice body punch from Alderidge.
Alderidge lands a body punch in the clinch.
Alderidge lands a left hand that snaps the head of Orsic backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Alderidge.
Good body shot from Alderidge.
Alderidge misses with a body punch.
Alderidge lands with a short shot to the head.
Alderidge misses with a punch to the body.
Alderidge lands a hook that snaps the head of Orsic backwards.
Alderidge lands a body punch in the clinch.
Alderidge throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A right handed body shot lands from Alderidge.
Alderidge lands with a right to the head.
A shot in the inside from Alderidge.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Alderidge unloads a knee to the mid-section.
A right hook to the body lands for Alderidge.
Alderidge lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ranger Alderidge is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A hook to the body from Alderidge.
Alderidge scores with a shot to the side of Orsic's head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ranger Alderidge showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Alderidge, 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:26
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:26
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ranger Alderidge!

An out of breath Ranger Alderidge thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 266     
Date:   Jul 07, 2023
#R1#
Mediocre misses with a hook. Orsic ducked under it nicely.
A nice leg kick lands there from Mediocre.
Orsic checks a low kick from Mediocre.
Orsic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mister Mediocre seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mediocre lands a leg kick that knocks Orsic off balance momentarily.
Mediocre avoids the body shot from Orsic.
Mediocre with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Orsic rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mediocre moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Orsic shoots in but Mediocre avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Mediocre fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Orsic is out of range.
Orsic shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #TD#
Mediocre gets caught napping as Orsic dives in and scores a takedown. Mediocre manages to retain guard.
Orsic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mediocre swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Orsic is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Orsic got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mediocre has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Orsic has managed to get both his arms back between Mediocre's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Mediocre has his foot on Orsic's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Orsic works his way back into a safe position though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Orsic content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Mediocre is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Orsic defends well.#T1##SUB2#
Mediocre working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Orsic has passed into half guard! #SUB#
Orsic is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Mediocre has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Mediocre actively working from the bottom here.
Ground and pound from Orsic. #SUB2#
Mediocre looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Mediocre trying to hold on to Orsic's head to control him but Orsic postures up. #SUB2#
Mediocre looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Orsic is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Mediocre doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Orsic. #T2##SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Orsic seems to be working for a kimura but Mediocre defends the submission attempt.
Mediocre is trying to maintain the position but Orsic is very close to passing his half guard.
Mediocre is looking for a sweep. Orsic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Orsic moves nicely into side control. #SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Mediocre has escaped the position, nice work there. #T3#
Orsic working away.
Orsic working the body and head with strikes.
Mediocre tries to bench press Orsic off him but Orsic keeps the position.
Orsic lands a nice forearm strike.
Mediocre is looking for a sweep.
Orsic grinds an elbow into Mediocre's temple.
Mediocre manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Mediocre wants to improve his position but Orsic is controlling well. #SUB2#
Mediocre is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Orsic pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Orsic is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Mediocre doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Orsic.
Orsic landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T4#
Mediocre is trying to get back to full guard.
Mediocre keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Orsic is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Mediocre doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Orsic.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mediocre regains full guard. Nicely done.
Mediocre looking to hit a scissor sweep but Orsic is one step ahead there.
Orsic content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Orsic chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Mediocre throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Orsic lands a couple of decent looking shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mate Orsic dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Mediocre misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Orsic counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Mediocre!
Mediocre gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Mediocre manages to get to full guard.
Orsic 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.
Orsic postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB2#
Mediocre is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Orsic defends well.
Mediocre wants to sweep here but Orsic controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Mediocre looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Orsic postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Mediocre looking for a guillotine here but Orsic defends easily.
Orsic landing some decent shots from guard.
Mediocre looking to hit a scissor sweep but Orsic is one step ahead there. #T1#
Orsic lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB#
Orsic thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Orsic stopping the sweep attempt from Mediocre.
Orsic forces his way into half guard.
Orsic prevents Mediocre from improving his position.
Orsic is nestled in close to Mediocre, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB#
Orsic is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Mediocre has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Orsic is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mediocre sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Mediocre looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Mediocre is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2##SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Orsic is working for a kimura but Mediocre is defending it quite comfortably.
Orsic prevents Mediocre from improving his position.
Mediocre trying to hold on to Orsic's head to control him but Orsic postures up.
Orsic passes to full mount!
Orsic lands a heavy elbow.
Mediocre slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T3#
Orsic 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Orsic prevents Mediocre from improving his position.#SUB#
Orsic is working for a kimura but Mediocre is defending it quite comfortably.
Mate Orsic overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Mediocre is looking to improve his position.
Orsic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mediocre can do to turn this around?
Mediocre is refusing to be controlled, as Orsic sits in half guard.
Orsic is looking to advance position but Mediocre won't allow it.
Mediocre tries to get to full guard but Orsic has control of the leg.
Orsic is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T4#
Orsic tries to pass to full mount but Mediocre defends it.
Mediocre wants to improve his position but Orsic is controlling well.
Orsic seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Orsic lands a nice short elbow.
Mediocre is trying to get back to full guard.
Orsic is trying to control. Mediocre wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nice strikes from Orsic there.
Mediocre is not content to let Orsic control the position.#SUB2#
Mediocre is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Orsic pulls his head out easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Orsic looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Mediocre with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Orsic works his way into side control.
Orsic connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Mediocre some visible discomfort.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mate Orsic dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Mediocre walks into a left hand.
Mediocre lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Mediocre lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Orsic has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Orsic and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Mediocre fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Orsic scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mediocre lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Orsic tries to clinch up but Mediocre circles away and keeps his distance.
Orsic walks into a left hand.
Mediocre bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Orsic's head backwards.
Mediocre on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Orsic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mediocre throws out the jab.
Orsic misses with a series of wild punches.
Orsic with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Orsic throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mediocre counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Orsic throws out a loose jab but Mediocre uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mediocre appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Mediocre scores with a leg kick. #T1##CL#
Orsic instigates a clinch.
Orsic tries a body shot but Mediocre blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mediocre.
Mediocre swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Orsic misses with the head strike.
Orsic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Orsic has Mediocre pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Mediocre manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Mediocre throws a head punch that misses.
Mediocre misses with the head strike.
Mediocre scores with a hook to the body.
Mediocre throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Orsics head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mediocre.
Orsic blocks a body shot from Mediocre.
Mediocre working aggressively here.
Mediocre misses with a body punch.
Orsic lands a right hand.
Mediocre blocks an uppercut.
Mediocre lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Orsic backwards.
Mediocre gets through Orsic's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Orsic gets through Mediocre's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T2##TD#
Orsic pulls Mediocre into guard. #SUB#
Orsic looking for a guillotine here but Mediocre defends easily.
Orsic keeping moving, preventing Mediocre from controlling successfully.
Mediocre stands and throws Orsic's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2#
Mediocre working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Mediocre trying to control the action but Orsic is working from the bottom.
Orsic gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Mediocre passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Orsic! #T3#
Mediocre prevents Orsic from getting the reversal.#SUB2#
Mediocre looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Mediocre is trying to take his opponent's back.
Mediocre takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Orsic is looking to get to half guard.
Orsic sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB2#
Mediocre is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Orsic has managed to free his arm - good work.
Orsic trying to control but Mediocre postures up. #T4#
Mate Orsic is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB#
Orsic looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Orsic is holding on to half guard well.#SUB2#
Mediocre wants to work for an arm triangle but Orsic is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Mister Mediocre has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mediocre wants to pass the guard but Orsic is defending well.
Orsic is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Mediocre is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The fighters are battling for position here. Orsic manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Orsic throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mister Mediocre.
I think Orsic 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 William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mate Orsic!

During a confident post fight interview, Mate Orsic thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 258     
Date:   Jun 09, 2023
#R1#
Orsic looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Orsic throws a body shot but no joy.
Theorist misses with a body shot.
Orsic misses with an uppercut.
As Orsic backs off Theorist throws a huge counter combo but Orsic manages to avoid it all.
Theorist scores with a nice right hand.
Orsic slips a straight right by Theorist.
Orsic has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tran MMA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Orsic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
No joy there for Orsic, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A little jabbing left from Theorist on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Orsic throws a series of punches but Theorist avoids them all with ease.
Theorist has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Orsic doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Orsic wants to clinch up but Theorist keeps it at a distance.
A big right from Theorist misses.
Orsic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Theorist throws a jab when Orsic was well out of range.
Theorist misses with a wild combination.
Orsic thows a left - swing and a miss!
Theorist throws a hook to the side of Orsic's head but Orsic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Theorist throws out a loose jab but Orsic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Theorist avoids the body shot from Orsic.
Orsic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Conspiracy Theorist is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Orsic lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Theorist circles away quickly and effectively.
Orsic avoids the body shot from Theorist.
Orsic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Theorist lands with a thumping leg kick.
A big right from Theorist misses.
Orsic is looking to clinch.
Orsic takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Orsic misses with a takedown attempt - Theorist sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Orsic walks into a stiff left hand from Theorist.
No joy there for Theorist, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Orsic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Theorist waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Orsic.#T2#
Orsic throws a body shot but no joy.
Orsic moves forwards but Theorist connects with a nice, crisp jab.
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!
Orsic on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Theorist throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Orsic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Orsic has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Theorist finds it's way round the side to connect with Orsic's head.
Theorist swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Orsic slips a straight right by Theorist.
Orsic lands a nice hook to Theorist's body. Theorist takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A low kick lands for Theorist.
Theorist fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Theorist takes a jab right on the kisser.
Theorist connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Orsic tries to move into range but Theorist moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Theorist punishes Orsic's body with a nice straight punch.
Theorist connects with a looping right hand. #T3#
A jab from Theorist does it's job there.
Orsic misses with a straight left.
Theorist closes the distance and lands a one-two.
A nice inside leg kick there by Theorist. That's going to slow Orsic down.
Orsic moves out of range as Theorist strikes.
Theorist dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Some wild striking there from Orsic.
Theorist is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Orsic had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Theorist misses with a right hand
and Orsic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Orsic misses with a double jab.
Orsic takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Orsic takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Orsic misses with a jab, cross combination.
Theorist scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Theorist misses with a looping left.#T4#
Orsic throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Theorist dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Orsic. That did some damage!
No joy there for Orsic, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Mate Orsic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Orsic on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Theorist. Theorist obviously looking to wear him down. #TD#
Orsic shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Orsic stopping the sweep attempt from Theorist.
Orsic wants to control from the top but Theorist keeps moving.
Orsic throwing strikes but missing.
Orsic being controlled here momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Orsic preventing the sweep.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Theorist wants to stand and escape but Orsic is having none of it.
Orsic stopping the sweep attempt from Theorist.
Orsic loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Orsic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Theorist is keeping the position for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Conspiracy Theorist 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#
Theorist connects with a right hand. Orsic shakes it off.
Orsic tests Theorist's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Theorist fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Orsic is out of range.
Theorist has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Orsic tries to move into range but Theorist moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Conspiracy Theorist seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Theorist looks to land a right hand but Orsic moved out of range.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Theorist.
Theorist fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Orsic 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.
Theorist connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Theorist throws a body shot but no joy.
Theorist slips a jab and a cross from Orsic.
Orsic lands with an overhand left.#CUT#It looks like Conspiracy Theorist has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Orsic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Orsic uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Theorist has time to react.#T1#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Orsic, as that shot connected.
Theorist throws a good cross that connects. #TD#
Orsic throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Theorist tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Orsic is in Theorist's guard.
Theorist keeping moving, preventing Orsic from controlling successfully.
Theorist is controlling Orsic's posture.
Orsic looking to pass the guard.
Orsic working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Theorist 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.
Theorist can't keep his opponent in guard - Orsic advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Orsic throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Theorist controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Theorist moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T2#
Theorist looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Theorist keeping full guard, as Orsic tries to pass.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Theorist is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Theorist looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Orsic being controlled here momentarily.
Theorist keeping full guard, as Orsic tries to pass.
Orsic cracks Theorist with a solid left hand.#T3#
Theorist is looking to stand up but Orsic isn't so interested in that idea.
Theorist is pulling down on Orsic's head. It's preventing any offense from Orsic, at least for the moment.
Orsic stopping the sweep attempt from Theorist.#SUB#
Orsic is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Theorist seems keen to control Orsic's posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Orsic stands and throws Theorist's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Theorist is looking for a sweep.
Orsic scores with a couple of short elbows.
Theorist is trying to control Orsic's posture but Orsic avoids it.
Theorist is not content to let Orsic control the position. #T4#
You can see the frustration on Theorist's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Orsic working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Orsic tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Orsic has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Theorist can't do much from the bottom here.
Theorist is looking for a sweep.
Theorist gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Theorist is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Orsic is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Theorist has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mate Orsic dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Conspiracy Theorist's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Orsic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Theorist.
Theorist swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Orsic doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Theorist tries to move into range but Orsic moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#TD#
Orsic closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Theorist looks like he's trying to stand up.
Theorist controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Orsic wants to pass the guard but Theorist is defending well.
Orsic is thwarting Theorist's attempts to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Theorist is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Orsic landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Theorist is trying to stand up here but Orsic is controlling him well. #T1##SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Theorist defends it well.
Orsic works his way into full mount!
Orsic tries to push Theorist's head away but Theorist is holding on tight.
Orsic with shots to the head and body - Theorist looks very uncomfortable down there.
Theorist tries to hold on but Orsic postures up.
Orsic lands a couple of good shots and Theorist has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Orsic has the hooks in. Theorist is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Theorist 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 Orsic gets his way! #SUB#
Orsic is looking for the choke from the back position but Theorist is controlling his hands well.
Theorist is defending well here and trying to improve his position. #T2#
Theorist turns into Orsic and is now in his guard.
Orsic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Theorist trying to keep a closed guard but Orsic is proving a slippery customer.
Theorist wants to get back to his feet but Orsic is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Theorist pulls Orsic in close to prevent any damage.
Theorist wants to stand but Orsic is controlling the position.
Orsic preventing the sweep.
Orsic wants to control from the top but Theorist keeps moving.
Orsic won't allow Theorist to sweep him here.
Theorist is pulling down on Orsic's head. It's preventing any offense from Orsic, at least for the moment.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Orsic accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T3#
Orsic won't allow Theorist to sweep him here.
Theorist has Orsic pulled in close to control his posture.
Theorist takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Orsic working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Theorist holds on and takes a little breather.
Orsic stands up over Theorist, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Theorist is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Orsic 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.
Orsic postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Orsic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Theorist is keeping the position for now.
Theorist 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.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Theorist is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Orsic tries to free his leg and advance position but Theorist is retaining full guard. #T4#
Orsic with a nice head shot there.
Theorist pulls Orsic in close to prevent any damage.
Theorist tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Theorist can't keep his opponent in guard - Orsic advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Theorist wants to improve his position but Orsic is controlling well. #SUB#
Orsic is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Theorist is just riding it out for now. Orsic eventually gives up the hold.
Theorist wants to improve his position but Orsic is controlling well. #SUB#
Orsic is trying to work for a kimura but Theorist is defending well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mate Orsic showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Orsic 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mate Orsic!

A victorious Mate Orsic thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 252     
Date:   May 12, 2023
#R1#
Orsic throws a nice looking combination but Kalmisto bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A little jabbing left from Kalmisto on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Orsic throws a hook but Kalmisto blocks it.
Kalmisto jabs at Orsic's body.
Orsic misses with a body shot.
Kalmisto moves out of range as Orsic strikes.
A little jabbing left from Kalmisto on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kalmisto misses with a straight right.
Kalmisto throws a jab when Orsic was well out of range.
Orsic jabs Kalmisto right on the nose. Kalmisto blinks but takes it well.
A jab from Orsic misses.
Kalmisto looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Orsic misses with a hook. Kalmisto ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic slips a straight right by Kalmisto.
Orsic moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Orsic defending well as Kalmisto loads up on a big left hand.
Orsic throws a big counter combination but Kalmisto scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Kalmisto bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1#
Orsic moves into range and connects with a jab.
Nice uppercut lands for Orsic. That snapped Kalmisto's head back.
Orsic needs to keep his hands up - Kalmisto had a free shot at his head there.
Orsic walks into a left hand.
Kalmisto connects with a right hand. Orsic shakes it off.#CL#
Orsic closes the distance and pushes Kalmisto back into the cage.
Orsic lands a nice shot to the body.
Kalmisto lands with a light punch inside.
Orsic dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Kalmisto gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Orsic.
Kalmisto with a knee to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The referee calls for Orsic to work.
Kalmisto tries to work over Orsic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2##BC2#
Kalmisto breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kalmisto tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Orsic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Orsic appears to be looking for a big counter.
Orsic avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Kalmisto.
Orsic is looking to counter punch.
Orsic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kalmisto manages to avoid it.
Kalmisto looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Kalmisto stuffs the takedown.
Kalmisto doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#KD2#
Kalmisto lands a left and a right that send Orsic crashing to the mat, dazed. Kalmisto thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Orsic pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Kalmisto back to the cage. Orsic follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Kalmisto throws a head kick that misses. #CL2#
Kalmisto rushes Orsic and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Orsic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD#
Orsic has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Kalmisto is trying to keep an underhook but Orsic manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Kalmisto is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3##SUB#
Orsic looking for a submission but Kalmisto manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Orsic postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Orsic avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kalmisto wants to sweep here but Orsic controlling him for the moment.
Orsic tries to free his leg and advance position but Kalmisto is retaining full guard.
Orsic throws a strike but Kalmisto rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Kalmisto preventing the sweep. #T4#
Orsic keeping moving, preventing Kalmisto from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Orsic is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Orsic looking for a guillotine here but Kalmisto defends easily.
Orsic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Apophis Kalmisto will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Kalmisto works the jab nicely.
Kalmisto comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The fighters circling - Kalmisto throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kalmisto throws a sloppy head kick and Orsic moves out of range easily.
Orsic throws a nice looking combination but Kalmisto bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Orsic throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kalmisto counters with a stiff right hand. #CL2#
Kalmisto gets a clinch.
Kalmisto lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Orsic misses with some punches.
Kalmisto has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC2#
Kalmisto breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kalmisto looks to land a combination but Orsic avoids it well.
Orsic staying out of range there.
Kalmisto misses with a straight left.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kalmisto slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kalmisto misses with a jab, cross combination.
An attempted straight right counter from Orsic misses the target.#T1#
Kalmisto tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Orsic paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kalmisto looks to score with a jab to the body but Orsic is just out of range.
Orsic checks a leg kick nicely.#CL2#
Kalmisto moves into range and clinches up with Orsic.#BC2#
Kalmisto breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Orsic scores with a three punch combo!
Orsic connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kalmisto's hands.
Kalmisto 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.#CL#
Kalmisto tries to keep at a distance but Orsic has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kalmisto tries to land a knee to the head but Orsic blocks with his arms.
Kalmisto lands a shoulder strike.
Orsic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kalmisto tries to land a knee to the head but Orsic blocks with his arms.
A short right from Orsic.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kalmisto lands an elbow just above Orsic 's eye. #T2#
Orsic blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kalmisto scores with a shot to the side of Orsic's head.
Kalmisto lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Apophis Kalmisto seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kalmisto misses with a punch on the inside.
Kalmisto tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kalmisto has a couple of punches blocked by Orsic.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kalmisto.
Orsic managing to block the knees to the body from Kalmisto.
Orsic blocks an elbow strike.
A short right from Kalmisto.
Orsic tries for a takedown but Kalmisto manages to get underhooks.
Kalmisto working aggressively here.
Orsic misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kalmisto.
Orsic tries to work over Kalmisto's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kalmisto scores with a shoulder strike.
Kalmisto fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Orsic can't find room to land a body shot as Kalmisto controls the action.
Orsic lands an uppercut.#T3#
Orsic looking for a takedown.
Orsic lands a left hand.
Orsic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Orsic throws a punch but it's blocked by Kalmisto.
Kalmisto lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short uppercut from Orsic.
Kalmisto lands a nice elbow.
Kalmisto lands with a short shot to the head.
Kalmisto gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Orsic.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mate Orsic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Orsic lands a right hand.
Orsic is looking for a takedown.
Kalmisto blocking some punches.
Kalmisto swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Orsic lands with a right to the head.
Kalmisto misses with some punches.
Orsic lands a hook that snaps the head of Kalmisto backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Orsic wants to stall.
Kalmisto misses with an elbow over the top.#T4#
Orsic misses with a punch on the inside.
Orsic avoids a wild elbow strike from Kalmisto.
Orsic avoids a wild elbow strike from Kalmisto.
Kalmisto blocking some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Orsic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Orsic throws a head punch that misses.
Orsic misses with a hook to the ribs.
Orsic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kalmisto backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Kalmisto.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kalmisto.
Orsic stalling the fight.
Kalmisto lands a body punch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Orsic can't find room to land a body shot as Kalmisto controls the action.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Orsic tries a body shot but Kalmisto blocks it.
Orsic tries to throw a body punch but Kalmisto avoids it by throwing Orsic back against the cage.
Kalmisto lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kalmisto blocks a body shot from Orsic.
A short right from Kalmisto.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Apophis Kalmisto 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. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Kalmisto tries to bum rush Orsic with a series of wild strikes but Orsic uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Orsic keeps the fight on the outside.
Orsic jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Orsic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice jab there from Kalmisto.
Kalmisto lands a jab-cross combination.
Apophis Kalmisto seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Orsic checks the leg kick.#CL2#
Kalmisto gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kalmisto crunches a lovely knee into Orsic's ribcage.
Kalmisto blocks an uppercut.
A short left from Orsic.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short uppercut from Kalmisto.
Kalmisto scores with a shot to the side of Orsic's head.
Kalmisto throws a punch but it's blocked by Orsic.
Kalmisto lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T1#
Orsic fails to pull guard.
A shot in the inside from Kalmisto.
A nice right hand lands inside from Orsic.
Kalmisto takes a shot to the head.
Orsic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Kalmisto breaks from the clinch.
Orsic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kalmisto.
Orsic lands a right hook to the body.
Orsic scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Orsic darts in trying to clinch
and Kalmisto cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Orsic throws a combination. Kalmisto tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Kalmisto throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As Kalmisto looks to move away, Orsic throws a big counter combo but Kalmisto just gets out of the way.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalmisto closes the distance but Orsic moves to the side
and Orsic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Orsic lands the left hand.
Orsic scores with a jab to the body.
A jab lands there for Orsic.#TD#
Orsic shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Kalmisto's guard.
Orsic advances to half guard.
Kalmisto wants to sweep but Orsic has passed to side control!#SUB#
Orsic tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Orsic is working Kalmisto over with some ground and pound from side control.
Mate Orsic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Orsic scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Kalmisto to see if he's OK.
Kalmisto has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB#
Orsic looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Orsic is trying to get an arm triangle but Kalmisto is defending well.
Kalmisto is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Orsic off and has taken his back!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Orsic defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Kalmisto's arms. #SUB2#
Orsic defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt. #T4#
Orsic tries to break free. #SUB2#
Kalmisto is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Orsic is tapping out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:42 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Apophis Kalmisto!
Our winner, Apophis Kalmisto, 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: Sucker Punch Pro Series 246     
Date:   Apr 16, 2023
#R1#
Orsic slips under a jab from Reinikainen.
Orsic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Orsic blocks a head kick by Reinikainen.
Reinikainen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Orsic just misses with a punch to the body.
Reinikainen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Orsic has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Orsic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Reinikainen throwing a counter right hand but Orsic manages to avoid it.
Orsic tests Reinikainen's chin there with a solid looking shot.#TD2#
Orsic closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Orsic wants to free his trapped foot but Reinikainen is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Reinikainen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Orsic is trying for a kimura here. Reinikainen looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Orsic wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mate Orsic!
Mate Orsic decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 239     
Date:   Mar 19, 2023
#R1#
Orsic fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Furioto looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#TD2#
Orsic throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Furioto was covering up waiting for the punch and Orsic finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Orsic looking to sit in guard and control but Furioto gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Orsic is on top in guard. #REVB#
Orsic is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Orsic is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Orsic tries to free his leg and advance position but Furioto is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Furioto has his foot on Orsic's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Orsic works his way back into a safe position though.
Orsic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Orsic looking to improve position, pressing down on Furioto's thigh with his hand. Furioto seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Orsic paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Orsic's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Furioto picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Maximus Furioto!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Maximus Furioto waved his t-shirt featuring Shadow Realm Apparel's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 234     
Date:   Feb 25, 2023
#R1#
Orsic looks to land a left hand but Theorist moved out of range nicely.
Theorist doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Theorist looks to throw the jab but Orsic is out of range. #TD#
Orsic gets the takedown into side control.
Theorist is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Theorist sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Theorist regains full guard. Nicely done.
Theorist pulls Orsic in close to his closed guard and prevents Orsic from doing any damage or advancing position.
Orsic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Theorist wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Theorist looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Orsic throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Theorist works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Theorist preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Orsic drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Orsic jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1##ES2#
Theorist has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Orsic off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Orsic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Theorist.
Orsic fails in his attempt to clinch.
Orsic walks into a stiff left hand from Theorist.
Theorist misses with a hook.#TD#
Orsic drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Orsic lands a decent elbow from side control.
Theorist is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Orsic is staying tight to Theorist's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Theorist gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Theorist trying to control from the bottom.
Theorist desperately trying to maintain half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Orsic lands with a punch from half guard. #T2#
Theorist wants to improve his position but Orsic is controlling well.
Theorist controlling the position for now.
Orsic 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.
Theorist is looking to control Orsic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Theorist avoid being mounted?
Orsic tries to pass to full mount but Theorist defends it.
Theorist tries to get to full guard but Orsic has control of the leg. #SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura here.
Nice strikes from Orsic there.
Theorist tries to kick Orsic off but Orsic keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Theorist is doing well to control the position and prevent Orsic from advancing to side control.
Theorist is trying to maintain the position but Orsic is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Theorist tries to get to full guard but Orsic has control of the leg.
Theorist trying to control from the bottom.
Theorist is trying to stand back up but Orsic is controlling him
Orsic throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Orsic looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Orsic tries to pass to full mount but Theorist defends it. #ES2#
Theorist manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Orsic closes the distance and clinches up with Theorist, looking for a takedown. Orsic pushes Theorist against the cage but Theorist circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jab, jab by Orsic - just one landing.
Orsic takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Theorist misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Orsic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Theorist swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
Orsic is looking to clinch but Theorist is avoiding it.
Orsic tests Theorist's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Orsic thows a left - swing and a miss!
A shot to the liver by Orsic. Beautiful body shot.
Theorist swings widly with a right hand
and Orsic counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#It looks like Conspiracy Theorist has been cut.
Orsic tries to bum rush Theorist with a series of wild strikes but Theorist uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Theorist staying out of range there.
Conspiracy Theorist is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Orsic moves out of range as Theorist strikes.
Orsic tries to clinch but Theorist moves out of range.
Theorist lands with a nice body punch.
Orsic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Theorist throws out the jab.
Orsic blocks a jab.
A quick step to the side and Orsic tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Some wild striking there from Theorist.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Conspiracy Theorist will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Conspiracy Theorist's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Orsic looks to score with a jab to the body but Theorist is just out of range.
Good exchange - Theorist coming out on top.
Theorist tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Orsic was well out of range. Poor timing from Theorist.
Theorist lands a body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Theorist misses the target.
Theorist on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Theorist throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Orsic seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Theorist takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Orsic bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Orsic slips under a jab.
Orsic jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
It looks like Orsic has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Theorist fails to land with a series of punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Theorist uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Orsic.
A jab from Theorist finds it's way through Orsic's defenses.
Theorist lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #T1#
Orsic takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Orsic slips under a jab.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Orsic!
Theorist lands with a right hand.
Theorist throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Orsic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Orsic misses the jab.
Theorist fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Orsic on the side of the head.
Theorist finds himself stumbling back on wobbly legs after being clipped by a right hand. He's up against the cage, ducking and weaving under Orsic's strikes but an uppercut finds it's way through and Theorist falls! - He's completely out of it and the ref jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mate Orsic!
A very excited looking Mate Orsic 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: Sucker Punch Pro Series 226     
Date:   Jan 25, 2023
#R1#
Orsic misses with a few strikes there.
Lester moves away from the strike by Orsic.
Moe Lester seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Orsic throws a poor cross that misses
and Lester counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lester ducks right into an uppercut from Orsic.
Orsic scores with a three punch combo! #ROC#Lester is rocked!
Orsic throws a right and a left that Lester avoids nicely.
Orsic shoots in for a takedown but Lester shows good takedown defense.
Orsic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lester.
Lester stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Orsic has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tran MMA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Lester catches Orsic with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lester pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD2#
Lester closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Orsic did well to prevent Lester getting side control.
Lester prevents Orsic from improving his position.
Lester content to control rather than advance.
Orsic trying to control here. #T1#
Orsic wants to improve his position but Lester is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Orsic is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lester pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Orsic actively working from the bottom here.
Orsic is staying active underneath Lester, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lester prevents Orsic from improving his position.
Lester is taking a breather. Orsic 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.
Orsic is looking for a sweep. Lester is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Still in half guard, Lester seems content to control.#SUB#
Orsic looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Lester lands a nice short elbow.#SUB#
Orsic looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Orsic is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Lester scores with a couple of nice shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Orsic works his way to full guard. Good work.
Lester stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Orsic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lester wants to control from the top but Orsic keeps moving. #T3##SUB#
Orsic looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Lester has picked Orsic up and slammed him! Orsic can't keep hold of the triangle and Lester manages to pass to side control!
Orsic takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Orsic is looking for a sweep.
Orsic sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Lester is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Orsic is looking to improve his position.
Lester drops an elbow to the side of Orsic's head.
Orsic moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Lester working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Orsic's head.
Lester not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Orsic has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lester can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
Lester lands a couple of elbows.
Lester loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Lester won't allow Orsic to sweep him here.
Lester stays in close to Orsic's body and controls the position.
Lester throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Orsic works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Lester not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Lester landing with the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Orsic working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lester doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lester manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Orsic can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Lester controls the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Moe Lester dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lester bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Orsic's head backwards.
Some wild striking there from Lester.
Mate Orsic is winning the standup battle so far.
Orsic connects with the punch.
The fighters circling - Lester throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lester throws an overhand right that lands on Orsic's shoulder, as Orsic tries to avoid the shot.
Orsic takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Orsic throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lester misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Orsic.
Orsic misses with a body shot.
Lester swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Orsic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lester manages to avoid it.
Orsic misses with a left hand
and Lester counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Orsic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lester.
Lester misses with a straight right.
Lester uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Orsic.
Lester looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lester cracks Orsic with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Orsic displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lester.
Lester bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Orsic's head.
Orsic misses with a body punch
and Lester counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Orsic missing with a left hand there. Lester was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lester 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.
Orsic gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lester.#TD2#
Lester gets the takedown into side control.
Moe Lester has got the better of the ground game so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Orsic tries to improve position but can't.
Lester trying to control the action but Orsic is working from the bottom.
Orsic is trying to get back to half guard.#T2#
Orsic takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Orsic manages to work his way to half guard, despite Lester's best efforts.
Lester thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Orsic is pressing down on Lester's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Lester lands a couple of digs.
Lester controlling from the top position.
Lester trying to control the position from guard on top but Orsic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB#
Orsic is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lester wants to control from the top but Orsic keeps moving.
Lester in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lester must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Orsic looking for a guillotine here but Lester defends easily.
Lester lands a couple of elbows.
Orsic keeping moving, preventing Lester from controlling successfully.
Lester sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Orsic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lester is one step ahead there. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lester with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Lester is posturing up here but Orsic has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Lester tries to roll out but it's too tight and Lester has to tap! Slick submission there by Orsic!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mate Orsic!
A relieved looking Mate Orsic 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: Sucker Punch Pro Series 218     
Date:   Dec 28, 2022
#R1#
Rossi slips under a jab from Orsic.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Rossi.
Orsic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD#
Rossi tries to sprawl but Orsic drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Orsic is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Orsic is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura but Rossi is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Orsic to get the leverage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rossi tries to kick Orsic off but Orsic keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Rossi taking some punishment here, with Orsic in his half guard.
Orsic throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T1#
Rossi wants to control but Orsic is keeping busy.
Orsic trying to mount his opponent but Rossi defends it.
Rossi controlling the position well.
Rossi is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Orsic is working for a submission of some sort.
Orsic wants to control but Rossi is keeping him busy.
Orsic trying to control from Rossi's half guard. Rossi has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Rossi is pulling down on Orsic's head to control his posture.
Orsic postures up in Rossi's guard and throws a big left but Rossi blocks it.
Orsic loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rossi keeping moving, preventing Orsic from controlling successfully.
Orsic is looking to work some ground and pound but Rossi has wrist control.
Rossi is trying to keep Orsic in close.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Orsic sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Orsic tries to clinch but Rossi moves out of range.
Rossi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Orsic.
Rossi misses with a body shot.
Rossi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T3#
Orsic defending well as Rossi loads up on a big left hand.
Rossi throws a right hand that misses
and Orsic counters with a straight right hand.
Rossi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Orsic manages to avoid it.
Orsic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rossi.
Rossi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Orsic moves away.
A big left from Rossi misses.
Rossi misses with a looping right.
The fighters circle momentarily. Orsic darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Orsic needs to keep his hands up - Rossi had a free shot at his head there.
Orsic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rossi was well out of range. Poor timing from Orsic.
Orsic misses with a takedown attempt - Rossi sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Rossi misses with a head kick.
Rossi digs a good hook to Orsic's body.
Rossi avoids the body shot from Orsic. #T4#
Orsic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rossi.
Orsic slips a straight right by Rossi.
Orsic cracks Rossi with an open hand slap.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rossi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Orsic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rossi thows a body kick. Orsic tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Rossi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Orsic.
Rossi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rossi looks to land a right hand but Orsic moved out of range.
Rossi misses with a hook.
Rossi throws a body punch but Orsic moves out of range.
Orsic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Orsic defending well as Rossi loads up on a big left hand.
Rossi connects with a body shot that sends Orsic's belly button to the back.
Rossi misses with a hook. Orsic ducked under it nicely.
Rossi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Orsic loads up on a big right hand but Rossi slips the punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Marchrius Rossi will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Rossi throws a jab when Orsic was well out of range.
Orsic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rossi.
Rossi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rossi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#TD#
Rossi tries to sprawl but Orsic drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Orsic works his foot free and advances to mount.
Orsic won't let Rossi get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Orsic trying to control but he's not successful this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic is landing with some decent strikes but Rossi is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
The referee warns Rossi that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Orsic is trying to take his opponent's back.
Orsic in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas. #T1#
Rossi wants to hold on but Orsic pushes him away.
Orsic breaks from Rossi's wrist control and lands an elbow. #SUB#
Orsic looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Orsic 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.#SUB#
Orsic goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Rossi turns into him and now he's in Orsic's guard.
Orsic 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#
Orsic escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rossi gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rossi must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Orsic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rossi is one step ahead there. #T2#
Orsic being controlled here, momentarily.
Rossi preventing the sweep.
Orsic keeping moving, preventing Rossi from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Orsic is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rossi defends well.
Orsic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rossi is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Orsic throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Rossi escapes and throws Orsic's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T3#
Orsic is trying to get back to half guard.
Rossi slows the pace down.
Rossi trying to control the position but Orsic is working away.
Rossi controlling from side mount.
Mate Orsic overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Orsic is trying to work for a sweep but Rossi has mounted him!#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Rossi tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Orsic is trying to escape the mount.
Rossi controlling his opponent.
Orsic is looking to improve his position but Rossi isn't that keen on the idea.
Rossi sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Rossi wants to control the pace but Orsic is squirming around nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Orsic can't escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mate Orsic dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Rossi misses the shot to the body.
Rossi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Orsic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rossi throws a poor cross that misses
and Orsic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD#
Orsic scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.

Rossi throws Orsic to one side and escapes!
Orsic tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rossi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rossi throws a head kick that misses
and Orsic counters with a nice body shot.
Marchrius Rossi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Orsic scores with a nice right hand. #TD#
Orsic closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.

Rossi pushes Orsic off and gets back to his feet.
Orsic sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Rossi scores with a kick to the body.
Decent striking displayed by Rossi there.#T1#
Rossi throws a hook but Orsic avoids it easily.
Orsic attempts a counter takedown but Rossi avoids it well and moves away.#CL#
Orsic gets a clinch.
Orsic just leaning against Rossi, taking a breather.
Orsic swings wildly with an uppercut but Rossi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Orsic just leaning against Rossi, taking a breather.
Rossi is pushing Orsic up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Rossi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rossi stalls.
Rossi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Rossi escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T2#
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Orsic shoots for a takedown but Rossi saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Rossi throws a hook to the side of Orsic's head but Orsic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Orsic throwing a counter right hand but Rossi manages to avoid it.
Orsic slips a jab from Rossi.
Rossi tries a head kick but it misses.
Rossi connects with a high kick.
Rossi throws a lazy uppercut
and Orsic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Orsic steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Rossi. That one must have hurt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rossi tries a head kick but it misses.
It looked like Orsic was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Rossi.
Orsic takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Orsic misses with a takedown attempt
and Rossi counters with a straight right hand.
Rossi misses with a straight right.
Rossi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rossi misses with a body kick.
Marchrius Rossi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rossi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T3#
A lazy body kick from Rossi
and Orsic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Orsic moves out of range of the strikes.
It looked like Orsic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A punch combination from Orsic misses.
Rossi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Orsic takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Marchrius Rossi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big left from Rossi misses.
Orsic seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Orsic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rossi.
Rossi connects with a body shot.
Rossi misses the shot to the body.
Orsic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rossi.
Rossi scores with a push kick.
Orsic defending well as Rossi loads up on a big left hand.
Rossi moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Orsic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Orsic will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Orsic throws a hook but Rossi blocks it.
Orsic lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Orsic loads up on a big right hand but Rossi slips the punch.
Orsic fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Rossi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rossi throws an overhand right that lands on Orsic's shoulder, as Orsic tries to avoid the shot.
Rossi lands a body shot.
Orsic scores with a jab to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rossi throws a wild body kick that Orsic sees coming a mile off.
Crunch! Rossi slams his shin into Orsic's torso.
A slow jab from Rossi misses its intended target.
Rossi slips under a jab from Orsic.
Rossi throws out a counter right but Orsic avoids it with no problem.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marchrius Rossi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Rossi 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Marchrius Rossi!

An out of breath Marchrius Rossi thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 209     
Date:   Nov 30, 2022
#R1#
Crow chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Orsic misses with an uppercut.
Crow tries to clinch up.
Nice jab there from Crow.
Orsic has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tran MMA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Crow avoids the body shot from Orsic.
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Orsic checks a low kick from Crow.#TD2#
Crow closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Crow wants to control but Orsic is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Crow fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Crow tries to advance to mount but can't.
Orsic is letting Crow control him for a moment.
Orsic is looking for a sweep.
Crow working the head with strikes.
Crow controls the position. #T1#
Crow tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Crow lands a decent elbow from side control.
Orsic tries to improve position but can't.
Orsic is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Crow off and has taken his back!
Crow is really stuck here. #SUB#
Orsic is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Crow defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB#
Orsic is persistently looking for the submission but Crow is defending it well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Crow is defending well here and trying to improve his position. #SUB#
Orsic looking for the choke but no joy.
Crow tries to roll but Orsic sticks to his back. #T2##SUB#
Orsic 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, Crow has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Crow prevents Orsic from getting a body triangle.
Crow tries to break free. #SUB#
Orsic has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Orsic looking for the choke from the back.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Orsic is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Crow is defending well though. Orsic let's go of the attempt for now.
Orsic trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position. #SUB#
Orsic is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Crow has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T3#
Crow tries to escape but Orsic has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Orsic misses with an elbow to the head.
Orsic controlling well, preventing Crow from escaping the position.
Orsic throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage. #SUB#
Orsic is looking for a choke. Crow gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Crow manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard.
Crow wants to control from the top but Orsic keeps moving. #SUB#
Orsic throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Crow slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Orsic looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Crow stalling.
Orsic works his way to full guard. Good work.
Crow stopping the sweep attempt from Orsic.
Orsic keeping moving, preventing Crow from controlling successfully.
Crow works over Orsic with some ground and pound from guard.
Crow trying to control but Orsic is working from the bottom.
Crow is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Crow works over Orsic with some ground and pound from guard.
Crow postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Crow trying to control but Orsic is working from the bottom.
Orsic being controlled here, momentarily.
Orsic working a defensive guard here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Red Crow will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Crow takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Orsic or perhaps it was just good defense by Crow, which made it look bad. #CL#
Orsic gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Crow swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Crow misses with a punch on the inside.
Orsic blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crow misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Crow fails to land.
Crow can't get the takedown.
Crow misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Crow breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Crow fails to land with a series of punches.
Crow walks into a left hand. #T1#
Crow takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Orsic uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Crow connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Crow ducks right into an uppercut from Orsic.
Orsic scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Crow walks into a stiff left hand from Orsic.
Orsic moves into range and connects with a jab.
Orsic tries to clinch up but Crow circles away and keeps his distance.#TD#
Orsic gets the takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Crow tries to buck Orsic off but Orsic is having none of it.#SUB#
Orsic tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Orsic has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T2#
Crow avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Orsic.
Orsic working away.
Crow is not content to let Orsic control the position.
Crow is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Orsic working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Crow is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Crow is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Orsic off and has taken his back!
Will Crow go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Crow biding his time, looking for the opening.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Crow. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Orsic breaks Crow's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Crow bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Orsic's guard. #REVB#
Crow trying to control but Orsic is working from the bottom.
Crow's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Orsic is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Crow defends well.
Crow trying to control the position from guard on top but Orsic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Crow pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Orsic is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Orsic looking for a guillotine here but Crow defends easily.
Crow is in close to Orsic's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Orsic throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Orsic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Crow is one step ahead there.
Crow trying to control the position from guard on top but Orsic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Crow works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Crow wants to pass the guard but Orsic is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mate Orsic 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##TD2#
Orsic tries to sprawl but Crow drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Crow is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Orsic gets back to full guard.
Crow stopping the sweep attempt from Orsic.
Orsic being controlled here, momentarily.
Crow with a nice head shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crow trying to control but Orsic is working from the bottom.
Crow must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Orsic is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Orsic can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Crow controls the pace.#T1#
Crow stopping the sweep attempt from Orsic.
Orsic keeping moving, preventing Crow from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Orsic working for a triangle but Crow defends it easily.
Crow trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Orsic throwing strikes off his back to little effect. #SUB#
Crow avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Orsic keeping moving, preventing Crow from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Orsic working for a triangle but Crow defends it easily.
Crow connects with a couple of short punches.#T2#
Crow lands a couple of elbows.
Crow working some strikes from top position.
Crow with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Crow looking to pass the guard.
Crow works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Orsic is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Crow pulls his head out easily.
Crow perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Orsic gets back to full guard.
Orsic keeping full guard, as Crow tries to pass.
Crow wants to control from the top but Orsic keeps moving. #SUB#
Orsic looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Orsic is on top in guard. #REVR##T3#
Orsic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Crow is keeping the position for now.
Crow 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.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Crow is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Orsic looking to pass the guard.
Orsic is fighting to break Crow's control of his arms but Crow is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Orsic with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Crow is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Orsic wants to pass the guard but Crow is keeping the position.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Orsic preventing the sweep.
Crow avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Orsic trying to control but Crow is working from the bottom.
Crow is controlling Orsic's posture.
Crow is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Orsic postures up and lands a big shot to Crow's brow.
Crow wants to sweep here but Orsic controlling him for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Crow managing to control the position.
Orsic passes Crow's left leg - he's now in half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Mate Orsic.
I think Orsic 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mate Orsic!

After winning the bout, Mate Orsic thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 198     
Date:   Oct 26, 2022
#R1#
River misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Orsic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Orsic swinging wildly here.
Orsic 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.
Orsic has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tran MMA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
River doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've been informed that River has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Orsic shoots in and drives through. River sprawls well.
River only half commits to the counter leg kick.
River wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
River misses with a wild body shot.
River throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River throws a low kick, looking for Orsic's leg but Orsic calmly moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Orsic.
Orsic misses with a body punch
and River counters with a big head kick but Orsic shrugs it off.
River throws out a loose jab but Orsic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Orsic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from River. #T1#
River pulls out of a head kick attempt.
River looks for the body kick but Orsic saw that one coming.
River misses with an attempted mid kick.
River throws a leg kick but Orsic moved away.
River missing with a left hand there. Orsic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
River swings for the body but Orsic moves out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by River.
Orsic misses with a right hand
and River counters with a lovely straight right hand!
River takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
River tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Orsic bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
River throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Orsic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
River misses with a low kick.
Mate Orsic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from River misses.
Orsic swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T2#
River just misses with a punch to the body.
Orsic lands a really nice looking cross but River seems unphased.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Orsic just misses with a punch to the body.
River dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Orsic. That did some damage!
A jab from River does it's job there.
Orsic wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
River slips a jab from Orsic.
River moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
River misses with a jab, cross combination. #TD#
Orsic closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. River quickly recovers to half guard.
River has hold of Orsic's hands but Orsic slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB#
Orsic is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Orsic controlling the pace. #T3##SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura but River is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Orsic to get the leverage. #SUB#
Orsic seems to be working for a kimura but River defends the submission attempt.
Orsic 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.
River is staying active underneath Orsic, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
River tries to kick Orsic off but Orsic keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Orsic thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed River's head.
Orsic missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
River looks like he's trying to stand up. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura but River is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Orsic to get the leverage. #SUB#
Orsic seems to be looking for submissions.
Orsic prevents River from standing back up.
River is refusing to be controlled, as Orsic sits in half guard.
River pushes Orsic off looking to stand but Orsic dives back in and keeps control. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Orsic shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has River pinned against the cage. River gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A punch lands to the side of River 's head but he takes it in his stride.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Guy River will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
River stuffs the takedown attempt from Orsic. Orsic gets slowly back to his feet.
Orsic throws a looping overhand right but River ducks down to avoid it.
River throws a nice outside leg kick.
Orsic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Orsic on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Orsic manages to avoid it.
A quick step to the side and Orsic tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Orsic lands a jab to River's midsection.
River lands with a nice body punch.
A head kick misses from River.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic fails to land with a series of punches.
River with a body punch. A glancing blow.
River is looking to slow Orsic down with leg kicks.
River has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Orsic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from River.#T1#
Orsic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from River.
River flicks out a counter leg kick but Orsic steps away.
River ducks under a wild hook from Orsic.
River misses with an uppercut. Orsic saw that one coming.
River connects with a crisp jab.
Guy River seems to be getting the better of the standup.
River misses with a body shot.
River stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and River wants it to stay on the feet.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Orsic darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
River lands with a straight right. Orsic didn't see that one coming.
Orsic shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A countering left hand to the body from River misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mate Orsic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Orsic throws a nice looking combination but River bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
An inside leg kick lands from River.
River lands a nice leg kick that just misses Orsic's sensitive parts.
River throws a nice head kick! #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River lands a nice hook to Orsic's body. Orsic takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL#
Orsic closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A bit of stalling here from Orsic.
River is leaning against Orsic and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Orsic changes levels and goes for a takedown here. River fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Orsic looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
River slips a jab and a cross from Orsic.
River lands an overhand right.
Orsic fails with a takedown attempt.
River is looking for the big counter here.
A nice leg kick lands there from River. #T3#
River feints and then cracks Orsic's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Orsic down.
River swings for the body but Orsic moves out of range.
Orsic tries to counter with a takedown but River is quick to defend against it.
River lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Orsic takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
River swings for the body but Orsic moves out of range.
Orsic doesn't manage to clinch there - River circles away.
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Orsic jabs at River's body.
River throws a low kick but Orsic moves out of range easily.
Orsic half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
River slaps away a takedown attempt from Orsic, before circling back to the center of the mat.
River doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Orsic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T4#
Orsic takes one on the button.
River stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and River wants it to stay on the feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from River! But no joy.
River's corner calls for a 1-2. River obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Orsic fails in his attempt to clinch.
River thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Orsic if he has to take too many more of those.
A jab from River misses.
Orsic throws an off balance right hand
and River counters with a thumping low kick.
River scores with a leg kick.
Orsic fails with an attempt to clinch.
River throws out a counter right but Orsic avoids it with no problem.
A jab from Orsic misses.
Nice uppercut lands for River. That snapped Orsic's head back.
Orsic avoids a punch combination nicely.
Orsic uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before River has time to react.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Guy River 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! This is the final round!#R3#
Orsic swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and River counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
River throws a shot from downtown. Orsic moves away and avoids it.
River throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
River misses with a combination
and Orsic counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps River thinking.
Orsic throws a combination that misses
and Orsic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
River swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
River throws a series of punches but Orsic moves out of range. #TD#
Orsic looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.

River makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Orsic shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. River defends it nicely.#T1#
Orsic throws a right hand that River ducks under and follows up with a left that River also avoids with ease.
Orsic lands with a hook. River tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
River misses with a wild body shot.
A lazy left from River finds it's target.
River scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Orsic doesn't seem bothered though.
Orsic shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts River as he jumps to the side.
Orsic's hands are dropping dangerously low here and River connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Orsic scrambles back to his feet.
River throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A looping hook to the body misses from Orsic. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
River steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
A solid body kick from River.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
River keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Orsic.
A jab from Orsic misses.
Orsic takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Guy River is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jab, jab by Orsic - just one landing.
River takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
River avoids the body shot from Orsic.
River misses with a hook.
River paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
River with a nice calf kick.
Orsic tries to close the distance and clinch but River swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Orsic moves out of range as River strikes.
River throws a hook but Orsic avoids it easily.
Orsic tries to counter by clinching up but River breaks away and moves out of range.
River looks to land a left hand but Orsic moved out of range nicely.#T3#
Good leg kick by River.
Orsic defending well as River loads up on a big left hand.
River misses with a leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Orsic does a little dance to reset his feet.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Orsic was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
River moves out of range as Orsic strikes.
Orsic with a hook.
Orsic is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
River throws a low kick but Orsic moves out of range easily.
Nice defenses there by Orsic.
River connects with an inside leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Orsic. River does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL#
Orsic moves into range and clinches up with River.
Mate Orsic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4##BC2#
River breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Orsic misses with a few strikes there.
And River responds with a good body kick, but Orsic manages to step out the way in time.
River throws a leg kick which misses Orsic's front leg but catches the back leg as Orsic tries to avoid it.
River walks into a jab.
Orsic misses the jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Orsic takes one on the button.
River throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
River moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Orsic throws a jab but it's blocked by River.
Orsic lunges at River with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by River's hand.
River blocks a jab.
River scores with a leg kick.
Guy River is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
River throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Orsic stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.

And that's the end of the fight!
Guy River comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got River 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Guy River!

After winning the bout, Guy River thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 187     
Date:   Sep 26, 2022
#R1#
Orsic bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Paetmar will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Paetmar throws a series of punches but Orsic moves out of range.
Orsic fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Venali Paetmar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Paetmar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Orsic.
Paetmar will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Paetmar looks to throw the jab but Orsic is out of range.
Orsic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Paetmar.
Orsic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from Paetmar misses the target.
Orsic shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Paetmar as he avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Paetmar. Orsic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Paetmar cracks Orsic with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Paetmar takes a swing at Orsic's ribcage but misses.
Orsic throws a jab when Paetmar was well out of range.
Paetmar connects with a single shot there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Orsic lands a body shot.
Paetmar throws a jab but it's blocked by Orsic.
Paetmar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Paetmar walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T1#
Paetmar throws a combination that misses
and Paetmar takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Paetmar connects with the punch.
A swing and a miss from Paetmar.
A combination from Paetmar does no damage.
Orsic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Paetmar throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Orsic.
Orsic has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tran MMA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Orsic misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Paetmar throws out a counter right but Orsic avoids it with no problem.
Jab from Paetmar.
Orsic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Paetmar. #TD#
Orsic shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Orsic is working for a submission of some sort.
Orsic wants to free his trapped foot but Paetmar is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Paetmar controlling the position for now.
Orsic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Orsic is working for a kimura but Paetmar is defending it quite comfortably. #T2##SUB#
Orsic is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Paetmar is just riding it out for now. Orsic eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Paetmar looking for submissions off his back.
Paetmar is trying to get back to full guard.
Paetmar wants to control but Orsic is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Orsic is working for a kimura but Paetmar is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Paetmar is looking for a sweep. Orsic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Orsic not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T3#
Paetmar is refusing to be controlled, as Orsic sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Paetmar actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Orsic is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Paetmar has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Paetmar defends it well.
Orsic working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura but Paetmar is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Orsic to get the leverage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Orsic trying to pass the guard but Paetmar defending well.
Orsic prevents Paetmar from improving his position.
Paetmar avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Orsic.
Paetmar is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Paetmar is trying to maintain the position but Orsic is very close to passing his half guard.
Paetmar is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4##SUB#
Orsic is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Paetmar is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mate Orsic!
After winning the bout, Mate Orsic thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Venali Paetmar stepped up to the mic, saying 'Next time...'.

 

Event: GC 449: Raczynski VS Sailcirc     
Date:   Jul 31, 2022
#R1#
Dudayev looks to land a combination but Orsic avoids it well.
Dudayev lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Orsic circles away quickly and effectively.
Dudayev throws a head kick that misses.
Orsic blocks a head kick by Dudayev.
Orsic connects with a right hand. Dudayev shakes it off.
Orsic blocks a head kick by Dudayev.
Dudayev connects with a high kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Orsic, as that shot connected.
Orsic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've been told by Dudayev's head coaches at Tran MMA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Dudayev moves out of range of the strikes.
Orsic has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Orsic swats away the attempt to clinch by Dudayev.
Dudayev takes a body punch but keeps moving.
No joy there for Dudayev, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
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!
Orsic swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL#
Dudayev gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dudayev. #BC#
Dudayev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Orsic dodges the punch combination from Dudayev. #T1#
Orsic fails to land the takedown.
Dudayev connects with a nice looking jab.
Dudayev lands with a kick to the temple. Orsic shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Dudayev misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dudayev goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Orsic slips a jab from Dudayev.
Orsic lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Orsic blocks a head kick by Dudayev. #CL#
Dudayev moves into the clinch.
Orsic stalling the fight.
Orsic can't break the clinch.
Dudayev throws a punch but it's blocked by Orsic.
Dudayev blocking some punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Orsic has Dudayev pushed against the cage.
Orsic working aggressively here.
Nice body punch from Orsic - that landed with a thud. #T2#
Orsic tries to work over Dudayev's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Orsic has Dudayev pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Dudayev manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Dudayev lands with a short shot to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dudayev. #BC#
Dudayev manages to break the clinch.
Orsic getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Dudayev displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Orsic throws out the jab.
Orsic lands a nice looking body shot.
Akhmed Dudayev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dudayev throws a series of punches but Orsic avoids them all with ease.
It seemed like Orsic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dudayev looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dudayev throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Dudayev fails to land with a series of punches.
Dudayev throws a head kick but Orsic moves out of range.
Orsic throws a right and a left that both miss.
A little feinted left hand from Dudayev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Orsic looks to land a combination but Dudayev avoids it well.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#CL2#
Orsic closes the distance and clinches.
Orsic is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Dudayev is keeping busy.#T3#
Stalling in the clinch from Dudayev.
Orsic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Orsic tries to score a body lock takedown but Dudayev shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Akhmed Dudayev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mate Orsic.#BC#
Dudayev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Orsic blocks a head kick by Dudayev.
Dudayev takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Dudayev slips a straight right by Orsic.
Dudayev moves out of range as Orsic strikes.
Dudayev throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Orsic counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Orsic is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Dudayev is defending against the submission attempts here by Orsic.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dudayev is refusing to be controlled, as Orsic sits in half guard. #T4#
Orsic prevents Dudayev from standing back up. #SUB2#
Orsic is working for an americana but Dudayev has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Orsic was thinking about the submission.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Orsic trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Orsic in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Orsic is looking to advance position but Dudayev has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
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!
Orsic is trying to escape the mount.
Dudayev is looking to stand but Orsic has his arms wrapped tightly around him, looking to prevent the damage.
Dudayev avoids the attempt from Orsic to control.#SU#
Dudayev stands up from mount. Strange move.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Akhmed Dudayev dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A slow jab from Orsic misses its intended target.
Nice cross by Dudayev.
Orsic takes one to the chin there.
Dudayev lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Orsic darts in looking for a takedown but Dudayev gets double underhooks and turns Orsic into the cage.
Akhmed Dudayev is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dudayev misses with a series of wild punches.
Akhmed Dudayev is winning the standup battle so far.
Dudayev looks to land a combination but Orsic avoids it well.
Dudayev throws a head kick that misses.
Orsic slips under a jab.
Orsic goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Dudayev throws a series of punches but Orsic avoids them all with ease.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Orsic tries for a takedown but Dudayev sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Orsic takes a kick to the side of the head.#CL#
Dudayev pushes Orsic up against the cage in a clinch.
Orsic is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Dudayev is defending well.
Akhmed Dudayev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mate Orsic.
Orsic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dudayev lands a shoulder strike.
Orsic drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #T1#
Dudayev lands a right hand that snaps the head of Orsic backwards.
Dudayev lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Orsic backwards.
Dudayev swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dudayev.
Dudayev goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dudayev misses with some punches.
Dudayev lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC#
Dudayev manages to break the clinch.
Dudayev tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Orsic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dudayev throws a series of punches but Orsic moves out of range.
It's a brutal combination of punches from Orsic! Dudayev is backing up but he can't get away as Orsic lands with one final shot to the jaw that drops Dudayev and ends the fight. Great knockout.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Mate Orsic!
A relieved looking Mate Orsic 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: GC 443: Divisek VS Lentz     
Date:   Jul 10, 2022
#R1#
Orsic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Petrov.
A punch combination from Orsic misses.
Petrov throws a sloppy head kick
letting Orsic counter with a right hand.
Petrov connects with a nice looking jab.
Orsic throws the left hand but Petrov avoids the punch easily.
Orsic thows a left - swing and a miss!
Petrov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Petrov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Petrov misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
Orsic clinches.
Orsic lands with a right to the head.
Orsic leaning his opponent against the cage.
Petrov being controlled against the cage.
Petrov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Orsic misses with the head strike. #T1#
Petrov jumps guard but Orsic stands there with Petrov around his waist. Petrov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Orsic lands a body punch. #TD#
Petrov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Petrov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Orsic connects with a couple of short punches.
Orsic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Orsic working some strikes from top position.
Orsic wants to control from the top but Petrov keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Orsic postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Orsic throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Petrov looking for a guillotine here but Orsic defends easily. #SUB2#
Orsic is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Petrov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Petrov has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Petrov being controlled here momentarily. #T2##SUB2#
Orsic has his foot on Petrov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Petrov works his way back into a safe position though.
Orsic 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.
Our spies down at at Tran MMA Gym inform us that Orsic has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Petrov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Orsic is keeping the position for now.
Orsic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Orsic manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Petrov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Orsic has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Petrov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Orsic working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Petrov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Petrov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Orsic manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Petrov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Petrov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Orsic doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Orsic manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Petrov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Petrov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Petrov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Petrov keeping full guard, as Orsic tries to pass. #T4#
Orsic engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Petrov 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.#SUB2#
Orsic thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Orsic's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Orsic drops back looking for a leg! Petrov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Petrov manages to kick Orsic off! Orsic jumps back into Petrov's guard.
Petrov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Petrov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mate Orsic dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Petrov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Petrov misses the body punch
and Orsic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Petrov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Petrov misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Orsic counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Petrov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Orsic throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Petrov works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Petrov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Orsic doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Orsic manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Petrov has his foot on Orsic's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Orsic works his way back into a safe position though.
Orsic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Petrov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Orsic doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Orsic manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Petrov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Orsic defends it easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Orsic wants to stand but Petrov has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T1##SUB#
Petrov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Orsic defends it easily.
Orsic trying to control but Petrov is working from the bottom.
Orsic cracks Petrov with a solid left hand.
Orsic wants to control from the top but Petrov keeps moving.
Orsic lands a couple of digs.
Orsic passes Petrov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Petrov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Orsic trying to control but Petrov is working from the bottom. #T2#
Orsic loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Orsic working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Petrov looking for a guillotine here but Orsic defends easily. #SUB#
Petrov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Orsic defends well.
Mate Orsic has got the better of the ground game so far.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Petrov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Orsic is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T3##SUB#
Petrov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Orsic trying to control but Petrov is working from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Petrov is on top in guard. #REVR#
Orsic 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#
Orsic trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Orsic is working for an americana but Petrov has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Orsic was thinking about the submission.#SUB#
Petrov working for a triangle but Orsic defends it easily. #T4#
Petrov keeping moving, preventing Orsic from controlling successfully.
Orsic stands and throws Petrov's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2#
Orsic wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Petrov, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Orsic wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Petrov, who protects the arm well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Orsic scoring with punches from side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mate Orsic showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Petrov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Petrov throws a jab but it's blocked by Orsic.
Petrov throws a hook but Orsic avoids it easily.
Petrov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Petrov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Petrov moves out of range as Orsic strikes.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Petrov.#KD2#
Orsic drops Petrov with a nice combination! Orsic dives into Petrov's guard, looking to finish! #ROC2#Petrov is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Orsic sitting in guard here, content to control.
Oh Petrov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Orsic postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Petrov covers up, he's hurt! Orsic keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Orsic and the ref steps in to end the fight! Orsic can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mate Orsic!
A relieved looking Mate Orsic 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: GC 437:Ward VS Marciano     
Date:   Jun 18, 2022
#R1#
Galeos throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Galeos throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Orsic counters with a straight right hand.
Galeos misses with a combination
and Orsic counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#It looks like Kyle Kristian Galeos has been cut.
Orsic needs to keep his hands up - Galeos had a free shot at his head there.
Orsic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Galeos throws out the jab.
Galeos getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Galeos on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Orsic lands a jab to Galeos's midsection.
Orsic connects with a looping right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Galeos displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Orsic.
Galeos lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #CL2#
Orsic instigates a clinch.
Orsic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Orsic.
Orsic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Orsic as Galeos tries to tie him up. #T1#
Orsic lands a nice uppercut.
Galeos has had enough of the clinch but Orsic keeps him there for the moment.#TD2#
Orsic is trying to trip Galeos. He has hold of a leg but Galeos is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Orsic persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Galeos might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Orsic is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Orsic tries to free his leg and advance position but Galeos is retaining full guard.
Galeos working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Orsic. #SUB#
Galeos looking for subs off his back but Orsic has passed one foot through into half guard.
Orsic trying to mount his opponent but Galeos defends it.
Galeos is trying to maintain the position but Orsic is very close to passing his half guard.
Galeos wants to improve his position but Orsic is controlling well. #T2#
Orsic not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Galeos misses with some strikes from the bottom. #SUB2#
Orsic is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Orsic is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Galeos doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Orsic.
Orsic thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Galeos keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Orsic is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Orsic is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T3#
Orsic prevents Galeos from improving his position.
Orsic slips a nice elbow through Galeos's hands, connecting with Galeos's forehead.
Galeos is trying to stand up here but Orsic is controlling him well.
Orsic prevents Galeos from improving his position.#SUB2#
Orsic seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Galeos is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Mate Orsic!
Mate Orsic thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: Slavic FL 28: Welcome to L.A.     
Date:   May 04, 2022
#R1#
Lynar fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lynar looks to throw the jab but Orsic is out of range. #TD2#
Orsic 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.#SUB#
Orsic throws a sloppy strike and Lynar has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Orsic is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Lynar!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sebastion Lynar!
Sebastion Lynar retains his lightweight title!
Sebastion Lynar tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

 

Event: Slavic FL 16     
Date:   Mar 14, 2022
#R1#
Orsic lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Sloppy strikes from Masvidal. Those never looked like landing.
Masvidal walks into a stiff left hand from Orsic.
Masvidal throws a head kick that misses.
Orsic connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Masvidal momentarily.
Masvidal throws a wild body kick that Orsic sees coming a mile off.
Orsic is looking for a counter combo.
A cross from Orsic lands.#ROC#Masvidal is rocked!
Masvidal throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Masvidal is still on wobbly legs! Can Orsic finish him?
Orsic steps into range and unloads a brutal right left combo! Masvidal is out on his feet! Orsic sets himself and nearly takes Masvidal's head off with a straight right, sending him crashing to the mat! Wow, that was nasty... but awesome! Wooo!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Mate Orsic!
Mate Orsic retains his lightweight title!
A relieved looking Mate Orsic thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated Jorge Masvidal had this to say: 'Been choked out, knocked out, split decisioned, robbed on the cards. Where I’m from that only makes you more of a dog. The world don’t care about your L’s. Wake up and get to work cause nobody gonna do it for you'.

 

Event: Slavic FL 11     
Date:   Feb 21, 2022
#R1#
Lynar keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lynar doesn't manage to clinch there - Orsic circles away.
Orsic tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lynar sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Orsic somewhat.
Lynar loads up on a big right hand but Orsic slips the punch.
Mate Orsic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Orsic misses the jab.
Orsic works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lynar throws out a powerful jab.
Orsic leaves Lynar with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic lands a jab to Lynar's midsection.
Lynar ducks right into an uppercut from Orsic.
Orsic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lynar was well out of range. Poor timing from Orsic.
Orsic misses with a body shot. #T1#
Orsic misses with a hook #TD2#
and Lynar counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB2#
Lynar wants to work for an arm triangle but Orsic is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Orsic wants to get back to full guard.
Orsic is staying active underneath Lynar, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lynar tries to pass to full mount but Orsic defends it. #SUB2#
Lynar is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Orsic wants to get back to full guard.#T2##SUB#
Orsic looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lynar is trying to control. Orsic wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Lynar is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Orsic is refusing to be controlled, as Lynar sits in half guard.
Lynar works his way into full mount!
Lynar controlling the pace for now. #T3#
Orsic slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Orsic wants to get back to full guard.
Orsic is working hard here to advance position.
Orsic regains full guard. Nicely done.
Lynar trying to control but Orsic is working from the bottom.
Lynar stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Orsic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Orsic keeping moving, preventing Lynar from controlling successfully. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Lynar trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
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.
Orsic wants to improve his position but instead Lynar has moved into half guard.
Lynar prevents Orsic from improving his position.
Lynar takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Lynar is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Orsic works his way to full guard. Good work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sebastion Lynar dominated that round.
That's time! Orsic's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Orsic 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.
Lynar steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Orsic.
Lynar looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Orsic stuffs the takedown attempt from Lynar. Lynar gets slowly back to his feet.
Lynar fails with the takedown
and Orsic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mate Orsic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sebastion Lynar.
Lynar looks to land a combination but Orsic avoids it well.
Lynar misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lynar with a hook.
Lynar throws a right and a left that both miss.
Orsic misses with a two punch combination. #CL#
Orsic pushes Lynar up against the ropes in a clinch.
Orsic looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T1#
Lynar tries to pull guard but Orsic won't allow it.
Orsic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Orsic is trying to break free.
Lynar prevents a body shot from Orsic.
Lynar blocks a body shot from Orsic.
Still in the clinch, Orsic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Orsic misses with a body punch.
Lynar is trying to pull guard but Orsic has him pressed against the ropes.
Lynar blocks a body shot from Orsic.
Lynar blocks an uppercut.
Orsic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Lynar wants a takedown. #T2#
Orsic prevents the takedown attempt.
A short right from Orsic. #BC#
Orsic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #TD2#
Lynar closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Orsic tries to buck Lynar off but Lynar is having none of it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lynar trying to control the position but Orsic is working away. #SUB2#
Lynar working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Lynar controlling the position from side mount.
Orsic is looking to reverse the position.#T3##SUB2#
Lynar wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Orsic, who protects the arm well.
Orsic is looking for a sweep.
Orsic is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Lynar is trying to control. Orsic wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Orsic is looking for a sweep. Lynar is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Lynar is trying to control. Orsic wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Orsic throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
As Orsic backs off Lynar throws a huge counter combo but Orsic manages to avoid it all.
Lynar swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Orsic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lynar fails in his attempt to clinch.
Orsic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Orsic lands a lovely overhand right.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Orsic slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Orsic scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Lynar tries to sprawl but Orsic drives through with a takedown into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mate Orsic dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Orsic cracks Lynar with a good jab.
It looks like Orsic has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Lynar slips a jab from Orsic.
Orsic throws out a loose jab but Lynar uses good head movement to avoid it.
Orsic lands a body shot.
Nice straight punches there by Orsic. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Orsic.#TD2#
Lynar fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Orsic sprawls well initially but Lynar persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Lynar seems to be working for a kimura but Orsic defends the submission attempt.
Lynar wants to lay and pray for a moment but Orsic keeps working. #SUB2#
Lynar is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Orsic regains full guard. Nicely done. #T1#
Lynar pushes down on Orsic's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Orsic looking for a kimura from the bottom but Lynar passes into side control!
Orsic is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Lynar is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Orsic has escaped the position, nice work there.
Orsic is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Lynar tries for a kimura but Orsic is defending well. #T2#
Orsic manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Orsic throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Orsic seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lynar does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Lynar is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Lynar is defending against the submission attempts here by Orsic.
Lynar is looking to control Orsic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lynar avoid being mounted?
Lynar is in trouble now - Orsic has advanced to mount! #T3#
Poor strikes thrown by Orsic there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Lynar working to try and regain half guard.
Orsic unloads with some shots from mount but Lynar bucks and avoids them well.
Orsic thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Lynar tries to lock up and control but Orsic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Orsic throwing strikes here but Lynar is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Orsic looking to ground and pound but Lynar is blocking nicely.
Lynar tries to hold on but Orsic postures up.
Orsic looking to finish with strikes here!
Orsic lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#T4#
Orsic looking to finish with strikes here!
Orsic landing shots from mount.
Orsic looking to control but Lynar is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Lynar slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Orsic scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Orsic is pressing down on Lynar's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lynar is holding on for now.
Lynar makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lynar.
Orsic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Orsic accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Orsic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Orsic pushes down on Lynar's leg and manages to get into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mate Orsic clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4##TD2#
Lynar shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB#
Orsic has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Lynar doesn't defend quickly enough and Orsic has managed to lock this one up! Can Lynar escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Orsic on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Mate Orsic!
Mate Orsic retains his lightweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Mate Orsic thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Slavic FL 7     
Date:   Jan 24, 2022
#R1#
Rollins Jr works the jab nicely.
Rollins Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Orsic.
Orsic dips to his left and cracks Rollins Jr with an uppercut!
Rollins Jr loads up on a big right hand but Orsic slips the punch.
Orsic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Orsic shoots in but no luck this time.
Rollins Jr seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Rollins Jr tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Orsic has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
The fighters circling - Orsic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rollins Jr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Rollins Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Orsic cracks Rollins Jr with an open hand slap.#TD2#
Orsic throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Rollins Jr was covering up waiting for the punch and Orsic finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Rollins Jr wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Rollins Jr looking for a guillotine here but Orsic defends easily.
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.
Orsic throwing strikes from guard but Rollins Jr blocks nicely. #T1#
Rollins Jr utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Orsic tries to free his leg and advance position but Rollins Jr is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Rollins Jr is looking for a triangle but Orsic pushes his legs off easily.
Rollins Jr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Orsic passes Rollins Jr's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Rollins Jr avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Orsic.
Orsic missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
Orsic seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Rollins Jr is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Mate Orsic!
Mate Orsic is the new lightweight champion!
Our winner, Mate Orsic, 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: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Dec 24, 2021
#R1##CL#
Adderley drives through and clinches with Orsic against the cage.
Orsic lands with a short shot to the head.
Orsic misses with a body punch.
Orsic blocks a body shot from Adderley.
A right hand to the body from Orsic.
Orsic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Adderley lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Orsic drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Adderley gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Adderley gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Orsic.
Orsic wants to break free but Adderley has control.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Adderley.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic misses with some punches. #BC2#
Orsic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Adderley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A jab lands there for Orsic.
Adderley definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Adderley misses with a looping right.
Adderley keeps Orsic at a distance using the push kick. #T1#
Adderley misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Orsic counters with a single leg into guard. Adderley didn't expect that.
Orsic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Orsic trying to control but Adderley is working from the bottom.
Adderley being controlled here, momentarily.
Orsic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Adderley is keeping the position for now.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Adderley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Adderley is controlling Orsic's posture.
Orsic pushing down on Adderley's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Orsic seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Adderley does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Orsic perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Orsic working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Orsic wants to take a breather but Adderley is having none of it. #SUB2#
Orsic is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Adderley doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Orsic.
Orsic wants to pass to mount but Adderley is defending the position. #T3##SUB2#
Orsic 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.
Orsic wants to stand up but Adderley is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Orsic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Orsic slips a jab and a cross from Adderley. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Adderley smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Orsic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Adderley sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Adderley misses with a double jab
and Orsic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Orsic with a hook.
Orsic shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Orsic scores with a jab. Adderley acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Orsic shoots in but Adderley avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Hakeem Adderley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mate Orsic.
Adderley avoids a punch combination nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Adderley throws a one two combo.
Adderley throws a low kick but Orsic moves out of range easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mate Orsic 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#
Orsic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Orsic connects with a single shot there.
Adderley throws a hook to the side of Orsic's head but Orsic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Orsic avoids the head kick by Adderley.
Orsic takes a swing at Adderley's ribcage but misses.
Adderley tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Adderley misses with a body shot.
Adderley tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Adderley fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Orsic.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice straight punches there by Orsic. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Orsic.
Adderley uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Orsic.
Orsic circles away from the clinch attempt.
Adderley uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Orsic.
Orsic misses with an uppercut. Adderley saw that one coming.#T1#
Orsic swinging wildly here.
A big right from Adderley misses.
Adderley showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Orsic.
Some wild striking there from Orsic.
Adderley is looking for a counter combo.
Adderley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Adderley jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Orsic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Orsic misses the shot to the body.
Adderley ducks under a wild hook from Orsic.
As Orsic backs away, Adderley returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Adderley misses with a wild body shot.
Orsic circles away from the clinch attempt. #T2#
Orsic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Adderley.
Adderley swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Orsic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Orsic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Adderley tries to clinch there but Orsic circles away.
Orsic staying out of range there.
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Adderley misses with a straight right.
Orsic cracks a nice hook into Adderley's ribs.
Hakeem Adderley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Orsic throws a right hand that Adderley ducks under and follows up with a left that Adderley also avoids with ease.
Adderley moves away from the strike by Orsic.
Adderley thuds a left hand into Orsic's body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Orsic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Adderley throws a good cross that connects. #T3#
Adderley throws a wild body kick that Orsic sees coming a mile off.
Adderley throws a big shot that misses.
Adderley scores with a nice right hand.
Adderley tries to clinch up.
A big right from Orsic misses.
Orsic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Adderley.
Orsic avoids the body shot from Adderley.
Adderley swings widly with a right hand
and Orsic counters with a two punch combo.
Orsic checks a leg kick.
Adderley wants to clinch
and Orsic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Adderley jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice defenses there by Adderley.#T4#
Adderley ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Orsic lands a really nice looking cross but Adderley seems unphased.
Adderley fails with an attempt to clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Adderley misses with a left hand
and Orsic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Adderley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Orsic throws a series of punches but Adderley avoids them all with ease.
Adderley fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Orsic looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Adderley ducks under a wild hook from Orsic.
Adderley throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Orsic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice uppercut there from Orsic.
Adderley is looking to slow Orsic down with leg kicks.
Adderley throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Orsic misses with a right hand
and Adderley counters with a two punch combo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Mate Orsic will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Adderley slips under a jab from Orsic.
Adderley throwing a counter right hand but Orsic manages to avoid it.
Adderley keeps the fight on the outside.
Hakeem Adderley is winning the standup battle so far.
Orsic on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Orsic takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Adderley thuds his shin into the meat of Orsic's side.#TD2#
Orsic looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Orsic takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Adderley gets back to full guard.
Orsic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Adderley is keeping the position for now.
Orsic sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1#
Orsic wants to control from the top but Adderley keeps moving.
Adderley trying to control the position here.
Orsic trying to control but Adderley is working from the bottom.
Adderley working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Orsic thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL#
Adderley closes the distance and clinches.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
A short uppercut from Orsic.
Adderley stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Orsic taking a breather.
Orsic misses with some punches.
A short left from Adderley.
Orsic goes for a takedown attempt but Adderley pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Orsic punishes Adderley's body with a nice straight punch.
Orsic ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Orsic swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Adderley throws a leg kick which misses Orsic's front leg but catches the back leg as Orsic tries to avoid it.
Adderley listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Orsic throws a series of punches but Adderley moves out of range.
As Orsic backs away, Adderley returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T3#
Adderley tries to clinch but Orsic moves out of range.
Adderley swings for the body but Orsic moves out of range.
Mate Orsic is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A punch lands to the side of Orsic 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Orsic takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Adderley connects with a leg kick.
Orsic uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Adderley has time to react.
Adderley tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Orsic lands a nice shot to the body.
Orsic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Adderley misses with a straight left.
Hakeem Adderley has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Orsic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Adderley appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Orsic drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Adderley showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Orsic. #T4#
Good shot there by Orsic.
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!
Adderley misses with a body shot.
Orsic connects with a good right hand that stumbles Adderley. Adderley circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Adderley swings widly with a right hand
and Orsic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Orsic loads up on a big right hand but Adderley slips the punch.
Orsic avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Orsic walks into a stiff left hand from Adderley.
Orsic looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Adderley is fending him off so far but Orsic persists. Nope, Adderley circles away and we're back to standing.
Adderley throws a right hand that misses
enabling Orsic to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice defenses there by Orsic.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Hakeem Adderley.
I think Orsic 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Mate Orsic!

An out of breath Mate Orsic thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: CFC 437: DeSilva vs Holmes Jr     
Date:   Nov 07, 2021
#R1#
Arson throws a body shot but no joy.
Orsic is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Arson throws a lazy right hand but Orsic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Arson lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Arson moves out of range as Orsic strikes.
Orsic just misses with a punch to the body.
Orsic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Orsic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Arson.
Orsic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Arson was well out of range. Poor timing from Orsic.
Arson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Arson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Orsic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Arson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Orsic blocks a head kick by Arson.
Arson misses with a hook. Orsic ducked under it nicely.
Arson misses with an uppercut. Orsic saw that one coming.#T1#
Arson throws an off balance right hand
and Arson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Arson throws a shot from downtown. Orsic moves away and avoids it.
Arson misses with a wild body shot.
Orsic throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Arson on the side of the head.
Orsic looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Orsic throws a shot to the body. #TD2#
Orsic throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Arson was covering up waiting for the punch and Orsic finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Arson 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#
Arson slows the pace down in half guard.
Arson is trying to control the action in half guard but Orsic is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
Arson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Orsic looking for submissions off his back.
Arson is looking to take a break and control but Orsic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Orsic tries to get to full guard but Arson has control of the leg.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Arson in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Orsic actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Orsic looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Orsic is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Arson pulls his head out easily. #T3#
Arson seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Arson trying to pass the guard but Orsic defending well. #SUB2#
Orsic actively working from the bottom here.
Orsic is looking for a sweep. Arson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Arson passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Orsic!
Orsic is looking to improve his position but Arson isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
Arson controlling from the full mount.
Arson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Orsic is looking to improve his position but Arson isn't that keen on the idea.
Arson controlling from mount.
Orsic prevents Arson from taking his back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Arson looking to control but Orsic is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
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 Elay Arson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Arson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Orsic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Arson manages to avoid it.
Arson misses with a hook. Orsic ducked under it nicely.
Orsic staying out of range there.
Orsic lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Arson lands with a nice body punch.
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Orsic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Orsic takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Arson throws a hook but Orsic avoids it easily.
Arson cracks a nice hook into Orsic's ribs.
Arson is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Arson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic tries to clinch but Arson is having none of it.
Elay Arson is winning the standup battle so far.
Orsic closes the distance and clinches up with Arson, looking for a takedown. Orsic pushes Arson against the cage but Arson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Arson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Arson throws a body shot but no joy.
A decent looking cross lands there for Arson.#T1#
A cross from Arson lands.
Arson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Orsic in his tracks.
Orsic slips a jab from Arson.
Arson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Orsic.
Orsic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Arson with a body shot.#TD2#
Orsic closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Orsic wants to control but Arson is keeping him busy.
Arson wants to control but Orsic is keeping busy.
Arson is trying to stand back up but Orsic is controlling him
Arson is trying to get back to full guard.
Orsic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Arson keeps working.
Arson is looking to improve his position. #T2#
Arson gets full guard.
Arson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Orsic can do to turn this around?
Arson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Orsic wants to pass the guard but Arson is keeping the position.
Orsic is still trying to improve position.
Arson wants to sweep but no luck.
Orsic advances position into side control!
Arson is not content to let Orsic control the position.
Orsic is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Arson is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Orsic tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Orsic has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Orsic is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Arson will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Orsic trying to control the position but Arson is working away.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Arson is trying to improve his position.
Orsic trying to control the position but Arson is working away. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Orsic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Elay Arson dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A jab from Arson misses.
Orsic throws the left hand but Arson avoids the punch easily.
Orsic takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Arson misses with a straight right.
Arson throws the left hand but Orsic avoids the punch easily.
Despite the aggression on Orsic's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Orsic is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Arson misses with a shot to the body
enabling Orsic to counter with a crisp jab.
Arson misses the shot to the body.
Arson lands with a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic cracks Arson with an open hand slap.
Orsic swings for the body but Arson moves out of range.
Orsic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Arson throws out the jab.
Arson misses with a wild body shot.
Orsic connects with a single shot there.#T1#
Arson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Orsic counters with a straight right hand.
Elay Arson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Arson misses the jab.
Orsic blocks a head kick by Arson.
Orsic lands a jab to Arson's midsection.
Orsic closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Orsic throws the left hand but Arson avoids the punch easily.
Orsic lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Orsic.
Orsic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Arson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Arson missing with a left hand there. Orsic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Arson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Orsic scores with a nice head shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Orsic misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T2#
Arson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Arson misses with a hook.
Arson misses with an uppercut
and Orsic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Arson misses with an uppercut. Orsic saw that one coming.
Orsic throws a lazy right hand but Arson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Orsic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arson moves away.
Arson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Arson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Arson misses with a looping left.
Arson throws a jab but it's blocked by Orsic.
Orsic lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Arson loads up on a big right hand but Orsic slips the punch.
Arson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Orsic throws out the jab.
Arson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T3#
Arson slips a straight right by Orsic.
Arson misses with an uppercut.
Orsic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Arson.
Arson throws a lazy right hand but Orsic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Arson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Orsic throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Orsic has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Orsic there as he acknowledges the shot.
Orsic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Arson manages to avoid it.
Arson lands a nice shot that snaps Orsic's head back.
Mate Orsic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A punch combination from Orsic misses.
Orsic tries a head kick but it misses.
Orsic has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Arson tries a head kick but it misses. #T4#
Arson loads up on a big right hand but Orsic slips the punch.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Arson.
Orsic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Arson with a body shot.
Arson scores with a hook to the body. Orsic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Orsic throws a hook but Arson avoids it easily.
Arson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Orsic staying out of range there.
Orsic bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Arson's head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Orsic cracks Arson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Arson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Arson.
Orsic lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Arson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Elay Arson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Arson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mate Orsic comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Arson 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Elay Arson!

A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Elay Arson made sure he mentioned MKFC , along with how happy he was to win his fight.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Oct 13, 2021
#R1#
Orsic with a poor takedown
and Petersen counters with a straight right hand.
Orsic misses with a few strikes there.
Petersen appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Orsic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Petersen throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Orsic.
Petersen misses with a straight left.
Petersen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Orsic checks a low kick from Petersen.
Orsic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Petersen.
Petersen has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Petersen scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Orsic doesn't seem bothered though.
Petersen blocks a jab.
Orsic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Petersen manages to avoid it.
Petersen was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Petersen cracks Orsic with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Orsic lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#TD2#
Orsic manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Petersen on his heels. He'll look to pass Petersen's guard now, I'm sure.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Petersen holds on and takes a little breather.
Orsic stays in close to Petersen's body and controls the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Petersen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Orsic is one step ahead there.
Orsic stays in close to Petersen's body and controls the position.
Orsic trying to control but Petersen is working from the bottom.
Petersen being controlled here, momentarily.
Petersen pulls Orsic in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Orsic looks to throw the jab but Petersen is out of range.
Orsic throws a series of punches but Petersen avoids them all with ease.
Petersen misses with a hook. Orsic ducked under it nicely.
Orsic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Orsic misses the jab.
Petersen connects with a right hand. Orsic shakes it off.
Orsic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A countering left hand to the body from Orsic misses.
Petersen with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Petersen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Petersen with the inside leg kick.
Petersen looks to land a left hand but Orsic moved out of range nicely.
Petersen scores with a shot to the body.
Petersen lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Petersen misses with a body shot.
Petersen takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T3#
Petersen will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Orsic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Petersen moves away.
Petersen is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Mate Orsic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Petersen with a nice calf kick.
Orsic blocks a head kick by Petersen.
Orsic waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Petersen.
Orsic misses with a hook to the body
and Petersen counters with a stiff right hand.
Orsic throws a good cross that connects.
Petersen on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Petersen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Steven Petersen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Orsic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Petersen throws out the jab.
Orsic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Petersen has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Petersen there as he acknowledges the shot.
Orsic defending well as Petersen loads up on a big left hand.
Petersen connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big right from Orsic misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Petersen misses the target.#T4#
Orsic throws a looping overhand right but Petersen ducks down to avoid it.
Jab from Petersen.
Petersen comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Orsic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Petersen moves away.
Orsic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Petersen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Orsic.
A counter left hand to the body from Petersen misses its target.
Orsic misses with a lunging right hand
and Petersen counters with a stiff right hand.
Petersen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Orsic.
Orsic swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Petersen misses with a straight left.
Orsic misses with a straight right.
Petersen lands a nice hook to Orsic's body. Orsic takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Orsic throws the left hand but Petersen avoids the punch easily.
Petersen connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A jab from Petersen finds it's way through Orsic's defenses.
Petersen lands a slapping body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Steven Petersen dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Orsic shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Petersen as he jumps to the side.
Orsic swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Petersen to counter with a crisp jab.
Orsic misses with the combination.
Petersen throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Orsic on the side of the head.
Petersen misses with a looping right.
Petersen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Orsic can do to turn this around?
Petersen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Orsic moves away from the strike by Petersen.
Orsic throws a looping overhand right but Petersen ducks down to avoid it.
Petersen appears to be looking for a big counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petersen keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Petersen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Orsic throws a hook to the side of Petersen's head but Petersen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Petersen with a hook.#T1#
Orsic on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Orsic takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Orsic fails with a takedown attempt.
Steven Petersen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mate Orsic.
Petersen stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Petersen wants it to stay on the feet.
Petersen connects with a body shot.
Petersen lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Petersen attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Petersen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Orsic.
Orsic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Petersen counter with a right hand.
Orsic takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Petersen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Orsic lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Petersen circles away quickly and effectively.
An attempted straight right counter from Petersen misses the target.
Orsic misses with an uppercut
and Orsic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Orsic takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Orsic throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Petersen lands with a good body shot.
Petersen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Orsic avoids the body shot from Petersen.
Orsic checks the leg kick nicely there.
A slow jab from Petersen misses its intended target.
Petersen tries a low kick but Orsic avoids it.
Orsic tries to clinch up.
Steven Petersen is winning the standup battle so far.
Orsic works Petersen's body with a nice hook.
Petersen throws a nice inside leg kick.
Petersen scores with a jab to the jaw.
Petersen stuns Orsic with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Petersen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Orsic moves away.
It seemed like Orsic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A telegraphed right hand from Orsic misses the target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Petersen. Orsic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Orsic changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Orsic takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T3#
Petersen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Petersen misses with a few strikes there.
Orsic misses with a hook
and Petersen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Petersen ducks under a wild hook from Orsic.
Petersen throws a low kick but Orsic avoids it.
Petersen throws a leg kick but Orsic sees it coming and moves out of range.
Petersen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Petersen throws a hook but Orsic avoids it easily.
Good exchange - Petersen coming out on top.
Orsic blocks a jab.
Orsic fails to land with a series of punches.
Orsic rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Petersen moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
As Orsic backs away, Petersen returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Petersen throws a hook to the side of Orsic's head but Orsic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Petersen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Orsic pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4#
Petersen swings for the body but Orsic moves out of range.
Orsic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Petersen.
Orsic moves out of range as Petersen strikes.
Orsic is looking to clinch.
Orsic lands a glancing blow to the side of Petersen's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Petersen throws a hook to the side of Orsic's head but Orsic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Petersen scores with the left hand. Orsic knows he should have avoided that one.
Orsic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Petersen throws a head kick that Orsic semi-blocks.
Orsic dodges the punch combination from Petersen.
Petersen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Petersen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Orsic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Orsic takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Orsic takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Steven Petersen dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Petersen moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Petersen lunges at Orsic with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Orsic's hand.
Orsic takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Orsic keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Orsic staying out of range there.
Orsic throws a body punch but Petersen moves out of range.
Nice cross by Petersen.
Petersen moves out of range as Orsic strikes.
Orsic on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Orsic swings away with a body shot that misses
and Petersen counters with a big head kick but Orsic shrugs it off.
Orsic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Petersen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Orsic throws a hook to the side of Petersen's head but Petersen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Petersen was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Petersen scoring well with a low kick there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Orsic pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD2#
Orsic scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Orsic is controlling the pace. #T1#
Petersen is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Orsic is thwarting Petersen's attempts to control the position.
Orsic wants to control but Petersen is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Orsic seems to be working for a kimura but Petersen defends the submission attempt.
Petersen wants to control but Orsic is keeping busy and won't allow it. #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.
Orsic is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Petersen!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Orsic can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Petersen is looking to escape.
Petersen tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Petersen is working hard here to advance position.
Petersen tries to hold on but Orsic pushes him away.
Petersen stops Orsic from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Petersen tries to hold on but Orsic pushes him away. #T3#
Orsic looking to control and managing it successfully.
Orsic takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
You can see the frustration on Petersen's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Orsic tries to keep control of the position but Petersen is staying busy.
Mate Orsic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mate Orsic has got the better of the ground game so far.
Orsic might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Petersen haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Orsic controlling the position well here. Petersen rolled but Orsic kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Petersen tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Steven Petersen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Petersen keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Petersen tries to hold on but Orsic postures up.
Petersen tries to reverse the position but Orsic maintains control.
Petersen wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Orsic.
Petersen is working to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Orsic content just to control the position here.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mate Orsic.
I think Petersen 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 Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Steven Petersen!

A less than humble Steven Petersen misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

 

Event: CACC 166: Ribbler vs Savkov     
Date:   Jan 31, 2021





185 cm
28 yrs
162 lbs



178 cm
39 yrs
167 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Mate Orsic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Joe Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Orsic tries to close the distance and clinch but Gatsby swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Gatsby is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Mate Orsic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Orsic pushes Gatsby up against the ropes in a clinch.
Orsic prevents a takedown attempt there. #TD2#
Gatsby tightens his grip and picks Orsic up, before dumping him to the ground. Orsic manages to land in guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Orsic (0) vs (2) Gatsby
Gatsby wants to control from the top but Orsic keeps moving.
Gatsby stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Orsic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Orsic wants to sweep but no luck.
Gatsby slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Orsic (0) vs (5) Gatsby
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Gatsby in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Orsic is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

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

 

Event: CACC 157: Sparxx v Dominguez 3     
Date:   Jan 03, 2021





185 cm
28 yrs
162 lbs



176 cm
30 yrs
166 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Mate Orsic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 8 losses; Joshua Brown!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Orsic clinches.
Brown has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Orsic after a bit of a struggle.
Orsic wants to take the fight to the mat but Brown manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Orsic has Brown pressed up against the ropes and is working for takedown. Brown manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Brown tries for a takedown but Orsic manages to get underhooks.
Orsic tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mate Orsic. 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.
Brown is looking to take this one to the mat.
Orsic is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Brown gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD#
Brown is fighting off a takedown attempt but Orsic is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Brown to the mat. Brown regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Orsic (2) vs (0) Brown#T1#
Brown is trying to control the position but Orsic postures up. #SUB2#
Brown escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Orsic gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brown trying to keep a closed guard but Orsic is proving a slippery customer.
Orsic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brown is keeping the position for now.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Brown working for a triangle but Orsic defends it easily. #T2#
Brown is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Brown tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Orsic advances to half guard.
Brown is trying to control but can't.
Orsic is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Orsic works his foot free and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Orsic (5) vs (0) Brown
Brown is looking to improve his position but Orsic isn't that keen on the idea.#T3#
Orsic content just to control the position here.
Orsic wants to take Brown's back here but Brown is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Orsic trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Brown is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Brown is squirming around, avoiding Orsic's attempts to control the action.
Brown has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Orsic (8) vs (0) Brown
Brown is really stuck here.
Orsic just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up. #T4#
Brown prevents Orsic from getting a body triangle.
Brown tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Orsic controlling from mount.
Brown is trying desperately to improve position.
Brown is still trying to improve position.
Orsic trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Brown tries to hold on but Orsic postures up.
Brown is trying desperately to improve position.
Orsic looking to control but Brown is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Brown has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T5#
Brown prevents Orsic from taking his back.
Brown is desperately trying to improve his position but Orsic has a good base and remains in mount.
Brown is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Orsic has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Orsic (11) vs (0) Brown
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Orsic wants to control but Brown is keeping busy.
Brown rolls, trying to escape but Orsic keeps control of the position.
Brown rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Brown is looking for a sweep. Orsic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T6#
Orsic is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Orsic is thwarting Brown's attempts to control the position.
Orsic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Brown looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Orsic tries to pass to full mount but Brown defends it.
Orsic is looking to take a break and control but Brown is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Brown wants to get back to full guard.
Orsic wants to control but Brown is keeping him busy.
Orsic wants to pass to mount but Brown is defending the position. #T7#
Orsic seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Brown does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Orsic prevents Brown from improving his position.
Brown is trying to control but can't.
Orsic trying to control the action but Brown is working from the bottom.
Brown is looking for a sweep. Orsic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Orsic wants to control but Brown is keeping him busy.
Still in half guard, Orsic seems content to control.
Brown is trying to get back to full guard.
Orsic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Brown keeps working. #T8#
Brown wants to improve his position but Orsic is controlling well.
Brown works his way to full guard. Good work.
Brown looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Brown keeping moving, preventing Orsic from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Orsic avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Orsic passes Brown's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Brown is trying to get back to full guard.#T9#
Orsic trying to control from half guard but Brown is working away.
Brown is trying to get back to full guard.
Orsic perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Orsic wants to take a breather but Brown is having none of it.
Brown tries to get to full guard but Orsic has control of the leg.
Brown is staying active underneath Orsic, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Brown is looking for a sweep. Orsic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Brown is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Orsic pulls his head out easily. #T10#
Brown is trying to control but can't.
Brown wants to improve his position but Orsic is controlling well.
Brown slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Orsic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brown is keeping the position for now.
Orsic trying to control but Brown is working from the bottom.
Orsic is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Brown tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Brown has his foot on Orsic's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Orsic works his way back into a safe position though.
Orsic trying to control but Brown is working from the bottom.
Brown looking for a sweep. Not yet Brown, not yet. #T11#
Orsic sitting in guard here, content to control.
Orsic preventing the sweep.
Orsic looking to pass the guard.
Orsic postures up.
Orsic stopping the sweep attempt from Brown.
Orsic passes Brown's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Orsic takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T12#
Orsic is trying to control the action in half guard but Brown is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Brown regains full guard. Nicely done.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Orsic's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Orsic wants to control from the top but Brown keeps moving.
Brown looking to hit a scissor sweep but Orsic is one step ahead there.
Orsic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Brown swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Brown can't keep his opponent in guard - Orsic advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Brown is looking to improve his position. #T13#
Orsic wants to free his trapped foot but Brown is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Orsic looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Brown is pressing down on Orsic's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Brown not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Brown keeping full guard, as Orsic tries to pass. #SUB2#
Brown looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Brown 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.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T14#
Orsic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brown is keeping the position for now.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brown wants to sweep but no luck.
Orsic wants to control from the top but Brown keeps moving. #SUB2#
Brown has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Orsic can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Orsic passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Score +3 for passing guard: Orsic (14) vs (0) Brown
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brown is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Orsic wants to control but Brown is keeping him busy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Orsic takes the fight on points by 14 to 0.
In defeat, Joshua Brown stepped up to the mic, saying 'I will learn from this!!'.

 

Event: CACC 149: Kuronoa vs Judge     
Date:   Dec 13, 2020





185 cm
27 yrs
162 lbs



176 cm
25 yrs
155 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Mate Orsic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 6 losses; Lemony Snicket!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Percy O'Donnell.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Orsic gets a clinch.
Snicket prevents the takedown attempt. #TD#
Orsic has Snicket pressed up against the ropes. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Orsic pulls back from the ropes and twists to the side, sending Snicket tumbling to the mat - Orsic dives into Snicket's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Orsic (2) vs (0) Snicket#SUB2#
Snicket looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Orsic passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Snicket looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Snicket tries to get to full guard but Orsic has control of the leg.
Orsic performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Orsic passes to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Orsic (5) vs (0) Snicket#T1#
Orsic controlling the position easily from mount.
Snicket is desperately trying to improve his position but Orsic has a good base and remains in mount.
Orsic trying to control but Snicket is having none of it.
Orsic takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Orsic has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
Orsic'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.
Orsic wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Snicket is desperately trying to improve his position but Orsic has a good base and remains in mount.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Orsic wants to take Snicket's back but he can't do it this time.
Orsic takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Orsic trying to control but Snicket is having none of it. #T3#
Orsic wants to control the action but instead Snicket gets a body lock and reverses into Orsic's guard! Nice work!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Orsic (5) vs (2) Snicket
Snicket must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Orsic wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Orsic throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Snicket escapes and throws Orsic's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Orsic (5) vs (5) Snicket
Orsic is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Snicket is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Orsic is just riding it out for now. Snicket eventually gives up the hold.
Orsic is looking to improve his position. #T4##SUB2#
Snicket is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Orsic looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Orsic trying to control but Snicket postures up.
Orsic gets full guard.#SUB2#
Snicket is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Orsic is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Orsic has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Orsic (7) vs (5) Snicket#T5##SUB2#
Snicket working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Orsic doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Orsic manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Orsic slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Orsic (10) vs (5) Snicket
Orsic controls the position.
Snicket is looking for a sweep.
Snicket being controlled for a moment. #T6##SUB#
Orsic working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Snicket is looking to regain half guard here but Orsic keeps moving and retains side control.
Orsic trying to control the action but Snicket is working from the bottom.
Orsic tries to advance to mount but Snicket denies him.
Snicket is looking to reverse the position.
Orsic is staying tight to Snicket's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T7#
Orsic wants to control but Snicket is keeping him busy.
Orsic takes a little break here. Snicket wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Orsic trying to control the position but Snicket is working away.
Snicket is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Orsic off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Orsic (10) vs (9) Snicket#T8#
Orsic turns into Snicket and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Orsic (12) vs (9) Snicket
Orsic works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Orsic with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Orsic seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Snicket for as long as he can get away with.
Orsic trying to control from half guard but Snicket is working away. #SUB2#
Snicket looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Orsic is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. #T9#
Orsic is pushing down on Snicket's leg trying to pass to half guard. Snicket is fighting to maintain full guard but Orsic has managed to sneak the leg through.
Orsic controlling the action here.
Snicket is in trouble now - Orsic has advanced to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Orsic (15) vs (9) Snicket
Orsic controlling the position easily from mount.
Orsic wants to control the pace but Snicket is squirming around nicely. #T10#
Orsic controlling from mount.
Orsic wants to control the pace but Snicket is squirming around nicely.
Orsic prevents Snicket from getting the reversal.
Orsic controlling the pace for now.
Orsic wants to control the pace but Snicket is squirming around nicely. #T11#
Orsic content just to control the position here.
Snicket is desperately trying to improve his position but Orsic has a good base and remains in mount.
Snicket sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Well, if Orsic is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Orsic works his way into full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Orsic (18) vs (9) Snicket#T12#
Snicket has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Orsic (21) vs (9) Snicket#SUB#
Orsic is looking for a rear naked choke here but Snicket reverses the position brilliantly into Orsic's guard!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Orsic (21) vs (11) Snicket
Orsic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Snicket is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Orsic is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Snicket avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T13#
Orsic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Snicket is one step ahead there.
Orsic wants to control but Snicket passes easily into half guard. #SUB#
Orsic looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Orsic gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Orsic is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T14#
Snicket trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Snicket thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Snicket won't allow Orsic to sweep him here. #SUB#
Orsic working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Snicket doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Orsic is tightening it up a little... Snicket has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Snicket reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Snicket taps out! Nice BJJ there by Orsic!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Mate Orsic!

 

Event: CACC 136: Pripyat v Tormenta 2     
Date:   Nov 08, 2020





175 cm
34 yrs
155 lbs



185 cm
27 yrs
162 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Holt Dennis! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Mate Orsic!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Dennis forces Orsic back against the ropes and clinches.
Orsic is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Dennis gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Orsic is pressed up against the ropes. Dennis has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Orsic down to the mat. Orsic avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Orsic takes the fight into the clinch. #TD#
Dennis jumps guard and drags Orsic to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Dennis keeping moving, preventing Orsic from controlling successfully.
Orsic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Orsic trying to control the position from guard on top but Dennis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dennis has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dennis seems keen to control Orsic's posture.
Orsic wants to pass the guard but Dennis is keeping the position.#T1#
Dennis keeping moving, preventing Orsic from controlling successfully.
Orsic looking to sit in guard and control but Dennis gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dennis (2) vs (0) Orsic
Orsic wants to sweep here but Dennis controlling him for the moment.
Dennis advances to half guard.
Orsic trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Orsic actively working from the bottom here.
Orsic wants to get back to full guard.#T2##SUB2#
Orsic actively working from the bottom here.
Dennis content to control rather than advance.
Orsic is trying to get back to full guard.
Dennis is stalling here. Orsic is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Dennis seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Orsic has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Dennis (2) vs (4) Orsic
Dennis is not content to let Orsic control the position.
Orsic taking a breather here. #T3#
Dennis sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Orsic is working for a kimura but Dennis is defending it quite comfortably.
Dennis regains full guard. Nicely done.
Orsic's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Let's hope that Orsic has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Orsic looking to pass the guard.
Orsic wants to control from the top but Dennis keeps moving. #T4#
Dennis is trying to keep Orsic in close.
Orsic trying to move into half guard but instead Dennis has managed to sweep!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dennis (4) vs (4) Orsic
Dennis trying to control but Orsic is working from the bottom.
Orsic wants to control the position but Dennis says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Dennis wants to pass the guard but Orsic is defending well.
Orsic gets full guard.
Dennis not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Dennis trying to control the position from guard on top but Orsic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T5#
Orsic looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Dennis puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Dennis trying to control from half guard but Orsic is working away. #SUB#
Dennis is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Dennis prevents Orsic from improving his position.#SUB2#
Orsic is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dennis pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Orsic with the active half guard here but Dennis passes nicely into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dennis (7) vs (4) Orsic#T6#
Orsic is looking to reverse the position.
Dennis trying to control the action but Orsic is working from the bottom.
Orsic is looking to reverse the position.
Dennis wants to control but Orsic is keeping him busy.
Orsic wants to control but Dennis postures up.
Dennis wants to control but Orsic is keeping him busy.
Orsic is trying to improve his position.#T7#
Dennis wants to control but Orsic is keeping him busy.
Orsic manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Orsic moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Orsic is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dennis defends well.
Orsic is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Dennis got a little sloppy there for a moment and Orsic has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dennis has managed to get both his arms back between Orsic's legs - danger averted.#T8#
Dennis trying to control but Orsic is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Orsic is looking for a triangle here but Dennis uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dennis (10) vs (4) Orsic
Orsic is not content to let Dennis control the position. #SUB#
Dennis looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Orsic tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dennis wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T9#
Dennis trying to control the position but Orsic is working away.
Orsic is looking for a sweep.
Dennis is looking to take a break and control but Orsic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Orsic is looking for a sweep.
Dennis wants to control but Orsic is keeping him busy. #T10#
Orsic is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Dennis is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Orsic tries to get to full guard but Dennis has control of the leg.
Dennis stalling away here and it's allowed Orsic to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #SUB2#
Orsic is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dennis wants to control from the top but Orsic keeps moving. #T11##SUB2#
Orsic escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dennis gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Orsic keeping moving, preventing Dennis from controlling successfully.
Dennis looking to pass the guard.
Dennis has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Orsic is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Orsic isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Dennis stacks Orsic 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 Dennis!
Score +3 for passing guard: Dennis (13) vs (4) Orsic#T12#
Orsic tries to bench press Dennis off him but Dennis keeps the position.
Orsic manages to get back to half guard.
Dennis tries to pass the half guard into mount. Orsic knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Orsic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Dennis is looking for a kimura here.
Orsic makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Orsic.#T13#
Dennis passes into half guard.
Orsic wants to improve his position but Dennis is controlling well.
Orsic moves into full guard.
Dennis wants to control from the top but Orsic keeps moving.
Dennis looking to pass the guard. #T14##SUB2#
Orsic throws his legs up looking for a submission but Dennis uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dennis (16) vs (4) Orsic
Orsic tries to improve position but can't.
Dennis trying to control the action but Orsic is working from the bottom.
Orsic is looking to reverse the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dennis wants to control but Orsic is keeping him busy.
Orsic is looking to regain half guard here but Dennis keeps moving and retains side control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dennis takes the fight on points by 16 to 4.

 

Event: CACC 130: Boss vs Toussaint     
Date:   Oct 18, 2020





175 cm
38 yrs
167 lbs



185 cm
27 yrs
162 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Caius Cosades! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Mate Orsic!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Cosades shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cosades (2) vs (0) Orsic#SUB#
Cosades seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Orsic is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Caius Cosades!
Caius Cosades decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: CACC 124: Hirsch vs Pripyat     
Date:   Sep 27, 2020





181 cm
40 yrs
158 lbs



185 cm
26 yrs
162 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 8 losses; Morrison Lee! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Mate Orsic!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Lee looking to score a takedown here. Orsic is defending well but Lee drives through and ends up in Orsic's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lee (2) vs (0) Orsic
Lee trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lee stands and throws Orsic's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lee (5) vs (0) Orsic
Orsic is looking for a sweep.
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.
Orsic stops Lee from passing to mount.
Orsic manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Orsic is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T1##SUB#
Lee seems to be working for a kimura but Orsic defends the submission attempt.
Lee tries to pass to full mount but Orsic defends it. #SUB2#
Orsic looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lee prevents Orsic from improving his position.#SUB2#
Orsic looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Orsic trying to get back to full guard but Lee takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Lee (8) vs (0) Orsic#T2#
Orsic is squirming around, avoiding Lee's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Orsic tries to improve his position but Lee has taken his back! Lee has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Orsic tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Lee pushes Orsic away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Morrison Lee!
After winning the bout, Morrison Lee thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: CACC 120     
Date:   Sep 12, 2020





180 cm
23 yrs
168 lbs



185 cm
26 yrs
162 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 8 losses; Rolf Ottke! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 0 losses; Mate Orsic!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Orsic clinches up with Ottke and pushes him back against the ropes.#TD#
Ottke lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ottke (2) vs (0) Orsic
Orsic keeping moving, preventing Ottke from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Orsic looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Orsic looking for subs off his back but Ottke has passed one foot through into half guard.
Orsic is looking for a sweep. Ottke is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Orsic looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ottke trying to control from half guard but Orsic is working away. #T1##SUB#
Ottke wants to work for an arm triangle but Orsic is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ottke looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Ottke is trying to work for a kimura but Orsic is defending well. #SUB2#
Orsic looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
Ottke passes the guard and advances to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ottke (5) vs (0) Orsic
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Orsic has given up his back here. Will Ottke look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Ottke (8) vs (0) Orsic
Ottke is looking to control Orsic but Orsic is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Orsic wants to escape the position.
Orsic is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Ottke. #SUB#
Ottke is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Orsic is tapping out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rolf Ottke!
Rolf Ottke retains his lightweight title!
Rolf Ottke thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: CACC 118     
Date:   Aug 29, 2020





185 cm
26 yrs
162 lbs



178 cm
28 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Mate Orsic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Bazar Al Jhit!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Orsic clinches up against the ropes.#TD2#
Al Jhit turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Al Jhit manages to end up in side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Orsic (0) vs (4) Al Jhit
My spies in Catch Wrestling L.A. inform me that Al Jhit has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Orsic is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Al Jhit's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Al Jhit is looking for a kimura but Orsic is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Al Jhit to get the leverage.
Orsic won't allow Al Jhit to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Al Jhit seems to be looking for submissions.
Orsic is refusing to be controlled, as Al Jhit sits in half guard.
Orsic gets full guard.
Al Jhit wants to pass the guard but Orsic is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Orsic had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Al Jhit defends it easily.#SUB#
Orsic looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Al Jhit is defending well. Orsic quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Al Jhit has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Orsic celebrates on the ropes, with the crowd.

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

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Aug 16, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
The crowd cheers as Twelve lands an impressive looking overhand right. Orsic doesn't seem phased though.
Orsic throws a lazy right hand but Twelve sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Orsic just misses with a punch to the body.
Twelve fires out a quick counter leg kick but Orsic just manages to avoid it.
Twelve scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Orsic drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Orsic looks to land a left hand but Twelve moved out of range nicely.
Twelve with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Orsic to score with a decent uppercut.
Orsic takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Twelve moves out of range as Orsic strikes.
Twelve connects with a body shot.
Orsic on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Orsic gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Twelve.
Twelve throws a shot from downtown. Orsic moves away and avoids it.
Orsic jabs Twelve to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Twelve lunges at Orsic with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Orsic's hand.
Twelve jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Orsic fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Orsic misses with a straight right.
Orsic throws a hook to the side of Twelve's head but Twelve sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1##CL2#
Orsic has taken the fight to the clinch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Orsic has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Orsic wants a takedown but no success here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Orsic.
Twelve has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Twelve tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Orsic avoids it.#BC#
Twelve manages to break the clinch.
Orsic misses with a right hand
and Orsic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Twelve misses with a straight right.
Orsic's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Twelve connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Orsic scrambles back to his feet.
Twelve throws a lazy uppercut
and Orsic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Twelve scores with a hook.
Twelve throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Twelve will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #CL2#
Orsic has Twelve up against the cage in a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Orsic scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
Orsic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Twelve blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Orsic is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Twelve is defending well.
A shot in the inside from Orsic.
Orsic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Twelve tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Orsic misses with some punches.
Orsic swings wildly with an uppercut but Twelve uses good head movement to avoid it.
Orsic throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Orsic on the inside.
Twelve has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Orsic tries to throw a body punch but Twelve avoids it by throwing Orsic back against the cage.
Twelve has had enough of the clinch but Orsic keeps him there for the moment.
Orsic has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Twelve is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Conor Twelve has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mate Orsic.#TD2#
Orsic lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Twelve tries to get to full guard but Orsic has control of the leg. #T3#
Orsic controlling the action here.
Twelve is looking to control Orsic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Twelve avoid being mounted?
Twelve on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Twelve tries to get out of the position.
Orsic is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Orsic is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Twelve wants to get back to full guard.
Orsic performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Twelve is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Twelve keeping control of the position.
Twelve is looking to control Orsic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Twelve avoid being mounted?
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Orsic passes to full mount!
Twelve tries to hold on but Orsic pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Orsic controlling from mount.
Twelve is trying to escape the mount but Orsic keeps good control and instead manages to take Twelve's back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mate Orsic will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Orsic throws a looping overhand right but Twelve ducks down to avoid it.
Orsic scores with a nice head shot.
Twelve is looking to clinch.
Mate Orsic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Twelve lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Twelve throws a shot from downtown. Orsic moves away and avoids it.
Orsic walks into a jab.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Twelve.
Conor Twelve is winning the standup battle so far.
Orsic connects with a jab.
Twelve swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Twelve cracks Orsic with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Orsic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Orsic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Twelve sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Twelve lands with a thumping leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Twelve throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Orsic takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Twelve misses with a hook.
Orsic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Orsic swings widly with a right hand
and Twelve counters with a body kick that stops Orsic in his tracks momentarily. #T1#
Twelve pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Orsic tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Twelve fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Orsic is trying hard to land a takedown here. Twelve sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Twelve throws the left hand but Orsic avoids the punch easily.
Twelve scores with a jab.
Orsic tries to clinch
and Twelve counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jab from Orsic.
Twelve throws a good cross that connects.
Orsic works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#ROC2#Twelve is rocked!
Twelve throws a big shot that misses.#KD2#
Orsic cracks Twelve with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Orsic has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Twelve to stand back up!
Oh Twelve is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Twelve throws a hook to the side of Orsic's head but Orsic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice defenses there by Orsic.#TD2#
Orsic shoots and scores a devastating slam takedown! Twelve is unconscious as Orsic celebrates over his stricken foe!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Slam). Mate Orsic!

 

Event: CACC 110     
Date:   Aug 01, 2020





170 cm
20 yrs
160 lbs



185 cm
26 yrs
162 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Kira Yoshikage! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Mate Orsic!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Yoshikage is looking to clinch but Orsic is avoiding it. #CL#
Yoshikage clinches with his opponent. #TD#
Yoshikage manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Yoshikage might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Yoshikage has his foot on Orsic's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Orsic works his way back into a safe position though.
Orsic sitting in guard here, content to control.
Orsic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Yoshikage is keeping the position for now.
Orsic wants to control from the top but Yoshikage keeps moving.
Yoshikage being controlled here, momentarily.
Yoshikage working a defensive guard but Orsic manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Yoshikage (0) vs (3) Orsic
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.
Orsic has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Yoshikage!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Yoshikage (0) vs (5) Orsic
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
My spies in Champion Lab Private Gym inform me that Orsic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Yoshikage is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Orsic controlling from the full mount. #T1#
Yoshikage tries to lock up and control but Orsic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Orsic controlling the pace for now.
Yoshikage is wriggling around trying to escape.
Yoshikage tries to hold on but Orsic postures up.
Yoshikage is in all sorts of trouble here.
Orsic wants to take Yoshikage's back but he can't do it this time.
Yoshikage keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Yoshikage regains half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Orsic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Yoshikage is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Orsic pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Yoshikage looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Yoshikage gets full guard.#T2##SUB#
Yoshikage is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Orsic stands and throws Yoshikage's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Yoshikage (0) vs (8) Orsic
Yoshikage wants to control but Orsic postures up.
Yoshikage is not content to let Orsic control the position.
Yoshikage wants to control but Orsic postures up.
Orsic wants to control but Yoshikage is keeping him busy.
Yoshikage tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Orsic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Orsic is looking to take a break and control but Yoshikage is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Yoshikage is looking for a sweep.
Yoshikage is trying to control Orsic's posture but Orsic avoids it.
Yoshikage is trying to escape the position but Orsic is controlling the position. #T3#
Orsic's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Yoshikage stops Orsic from passing to mount.
Orsic is staying tight to Yoshikage's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Yoshikage is looking to reverse the position.
Yoshikage is not content to let Orsic control the position.
Orsic working away.
Orsic advances to full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Yoshikage (0) vs (10) Orsic
Orsic can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Yoshikage is looking to escape.
Orsic prevents Yoshikage from getting the reversal.#T4#
Orsic takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Yoshikage wants to hold on but Orsic pushes him away.
Yoshikage prevents Orsic from taking his back.
Yoshikage working to try and regain half guard.
Yoshikage wants to hold on but Orsic pushes him away.
Orsic controlling the position easily from mount.
Yoshikage tries to hold on but Orsic postures up.
Yoshikage stops Orsic from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Orsic controlling the pace for now.
Orsic trying to control but Yoshikage is having none of it. #T5#
Orsic wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Yoshikage gets back to half guard.
Yoshikage won't allow Orsic to pass to mount. #SUB#
Yoshikage looking for submissions off his back.
Orsic not doing much here.
Yoshikage won't allow Orsic to pass to mount.
Yoshikage wants to control but Orsic is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Yoshikage looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Yoshikage trying to control but Orsic postures up.
Orsic not doing much here. #T6#
Yoshikage manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Yoshikage isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Orsic stacks Yoshikage 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 Orsic!
Score +3 for passing guard: Yoshikage (0) vs (13) Orsic
You can see the frustration on Yoshikage's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Orsic trying to control the action but Yoshikage is working from the bottom.
Yoshikage stops Orsic from passing to mount. #T7#
Yoshikage is trying to improve his position.
Orsic moves into full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Yoshikage (0) vs (15) Orsic
Yoshikage can't escape the position.
Orsic trying to control but Yoshikage is having none of it.
Orsic takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Yoshikage tries to hold on but Orsic pushes him away.
Yoshikage has given up his back. Will we see Orsic going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Yoshikage (0) vs (18) Orsic
Orsic is hanging on to Yoshikage's back as he tries to escape.
Yoshikage trying to control the hands but Orsic breaks the grip.
Orsic is looking to control Yoshikage but Yoshikage is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Well, with Orsic on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Yoshikage is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#T8#
Yoshikage is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Orsic. #SUB2#
Orsic is persistently looking for the submission but Yoshikage is defending it well.
Orsic is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Orsic struggling to keep hold of the position.
Orsic is trying to stick to Yoshikage's back but Yoshikage is turning into Orsic. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Orsic's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Yoshikage.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Yoshikage (2) vs (18) Orsic
Yoshikage passes Orsic's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Orsic looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Yoshikage seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Orsic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Yoshikage moves into full mount! Orsic won't be happy about that!
Score +3 for passing guard: Yoshikage (5) vs (18) Orsic
Yoshikage wants to control the pace but Orsic is squirming around nicely. #T9#
Orsic is trying to escape the mount.
Yoshikage can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Orsic is looking to escape.
Yoshikage is looking to work his way around to Orsic's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Orsic is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Orsic gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Orsic is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Yoshikage pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Orsic looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Yoshikage looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T10#
Orsic moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Orsic is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Yoshikage is aware though and is defending well.
Yoshikage has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Orsic has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Yoshikage can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Orsic working for a triangle but Yoshikage defends it easily. #SUB2#
Orsic had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Yoshikage defends it easily.
Orsic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Yoshikage (5) vs (20) Orsic#T11##SUB#
Yoshikage has his foot on Orsic's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Orsic works his way back into a safe position though.
Orsic passes Yoshikage's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Yoshikage looking for submissions off his back.
Orsic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Yoshikage actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Orsic is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Orsic controlling the pace. #SUB#
Yoshikage actively working from the bottom here.
Yoshikage won't allow Orsic to pass to mount. #T12#
Orsic uses his free foot to push down on Yoshikage's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Yoshikage.
Score +3 for passing guard: Yoshikage (5) vs (23) Orsic
Yoshikage is controlling an arm, preventing Orsic from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Yoshikage is trying to escape the mount.
Orsic tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Orsic fails to take his opponent's back.
Orsic looking to control but Yoshikage is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Orsic content just to control the position here.
Yoshikage wants to hold on but Orsic pushes him away.
Orsic moves to back control.
Score +3 for taking back: Yoshikage (5) vs (26) Orsic
Orsic tries to keep control of the position but Yoshikage is staying busy.
Yoshikage trying to control but not successfully.
Yoshikage turns into Orsic and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Yoshikage (7) vs (26) Orsic#T13#
Orsic looking to control.
Yoshikage stopping the sweep attempt from Orsic.
Orsic looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Yoshikage trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Orsic wants to sweep here but Yoshikage controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Orsic has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Yoshikage can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Orsic keeping moving, preventing Yoshikage from controlling successfully.
Yoshikage not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Yoshikage works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T14#
Orsic is pressing down on Yoshikage's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Yoshikage wants to pass the guard but Orsic is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Orsic working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Yoshikage doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Yoshikage manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Orsic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Yoshikage is one step ahead there.
Orsic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Yoshikage (7) vs (28) Orsic
Orsic is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Yoshikage looking for a guillotine here but Orsic defends easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Orsic wins on points by 28 to 7.

 

Event: CACC 104     
Date:   Jul 04, 2020





185 cm
25 yrs
162 lbs



170 cm
32 yrs
165 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Mate Orsic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Chris Boag!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Robert Douchet and Gregory Folan.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Orsic moves into the clinch.
Boag has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Orsic after a bit of a struggle.
Orsic is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Orsic gets underhooks to prevent Boag's takedown attempt.
Mate Orsic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chris Boag.
Boag has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Orsic is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Boag wants to take the fight to the mat but Orsic manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD#
Orsic wants the takedown. Boag is fighting it off but Orsic persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Boag's guard against the ropes.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Orsic (2) vs (0) Boag
Orsic pushing down on Boag's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Orsic tries to pass to full mount but Boag defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic is controlling the pace. #T1#
Orsic tries to pass to full mount but Boag defends it.
Orsic trying to advance position but Boag counters by regaining guard.
Orsic forces his way into half guard.
Orsic sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Orsic is thwarting Boag's attempts to control the position.
Orsic with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T2#
Orsic trying to control the action but Boag is working from the bottom.
Orsic trying to mount his opponent but Boag defends it.
Boag is not content to let Orsic control the position.
Well, if Orsic is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Orsic tries to pass to full mount but Boag defends it.
Orsic perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T3#
Orsic trying to control from half guard but Boag is working away.
Orsic trying to pass the guard but Boag defending well.
Orsic is just content to waste time from the top position. Boag takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Boag keeping full guard, as Orsic tries to pass.
Orsic wants to control from the top but Boag keeps moving.
Orsic advances to half guard. #T4#
Orsic is looking to take a break and control but Boag is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Orsic wants to pass the guard but Boag is defending well.
Orsic trying to control the pace.
Orsic trying to control from half guard but Boag is working away.
Orsic looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Orsic seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boag does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T5#
Orsic passes to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Orsic (5) vs (0) Boag
Boag stops Orsic from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #SUB#
Orsic goes for an armbar but Boag turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Boag.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Orsic (5) vs (2) Boag
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Orsic is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Orsic (7) vs (2) Boag
Boag trying to keep a closed guard but Orsic is proving a slippery customer.
Orsic slips nicely into half guard.#T6#
Orsic with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Orsic moves into full mount! Boag won't be happy about that!
Score +3 for passing guard: Orsic (10) vs (2) Boag
Orsic tries to control but Boag wriggling away.
Orsic fails to advance to Boag's back.
Orsic controlling the position easily from mount. #T7#
Orsic wants to control the pace but Boag is squirming around nicely.
Boag tries to lock up and control but Orsic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Orsic tries to control but Boag wriggling away.
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.
Boag stops Orsic from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T8#
Orsic controlling from mount.
Orsic looking to control but Boag is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Orsic works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Orsic (13) vs (2) Boag
Boag is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near. #SUB#
Orsic tightening his grip on Boag, looking for the choke.
What can Boag do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight! #T9##SUB#
Boag 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 Orsic gets his way!
Orsic is riding his opponent, not letting Boag buck him off.
A lull in the action here.
Orsic just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up. #SUB#
Orsic patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
A lull in the action here. #T10#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Orsic trying to control momentarily.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Orsic controlling the positon.#SUB#
Boag is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent. #T11#
Orsic controls the action.
Orsic tries to keep control of the position but Boag is staying busy.
Orsic controls the position.#SUB#
Orsic is looking for the choke from the back position but Boag is controlling his hands well. #T12#
Orsic trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Orsic really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Boag.
Orsic tries to keep control of the position but Boag is staying busy.
Boag is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial. #SUB#
Orsic looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Boag is controlling Orsic 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Orsic (13) vs (4) Boag#SUB#
Orsic working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Boag has passed into half guard! #T13#
Orsic tries to get to full guard but Boag has control of the leg.
Orsic moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Orsic is looking for a triangle but Boag pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Orsic working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Boag doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Boag manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T14##SUB#
Orsic looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Boag stands and throws Orsic's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Orsic (13) vs (7) Boag
Orsic trying to control but Boag flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Orsic (13) vs (10) Boag
Orsic wants to control his opponent's hands but Boag gets his hands free.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Orsic is trying to break free.
Our spies down at at Death Valley Training Facility inform us that Boag has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Orsic is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Orsic is in bad spot here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Orsic takes the fight on points by 13 to 10.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 14, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Orsic bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Diaz's head backwards.
The fighters circling - Diaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nice defenses there by Diaz.
A jab from Diaz misses.
Orsic lands with a straight right. Diaz didn't see that one coming.#CL2#
Orsic pushes Diaz up against the cage in a clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Diaz.
Orsic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Diaz's elbow.
Orsic pushes Diaz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Diaz lands a body shot.
Orsic looking to stall. #TD2#
Orsic has clasped his hands together around Diaz's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Diaz tries to improve position but can't.
Orsic tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Orsic staying calm.
Orsic tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T1#
Diaz is trying to improve his position.
Orsic trying to control the position but Diaz is working away.
Diaz is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Orsic off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Diaz looking for the choke from the back. #SUB#
Diaz has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Diaz looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB#
Orsic preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Diaz.
Orsic trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T2#
Orsic is really stuck here. #SUB#
Orsic defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Diaz's arms.
Diaz missing with strikes.
Orsic has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Orsic trying to control the action but Diaz just sinks the hooks in.
Orsic tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB#
Diaz looking for a guillotine from mount but Orsic is having none of it.
Diaz has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Orsic's face.
Diaz lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
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!
Orsic is trying to escape the mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Diaz with the ground and pound from mount. #T3#
Orsic gets back to half guard.
Diaz throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB2#
Orsic looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Diaz is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Orsic doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Diaz.
Orsic keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Orsic looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Diaz seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Diaz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Orsic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Orsic tries to roll over but Diaz keeps him under control.#T4##SUB2#
Orsic actively working from the bottom here.
Diaz seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Orsic blocking the ground and pound attempt from Diaz.
Diaz working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Orsic actively working from the bottom here.
Diaz sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Orsic defending well though. #SUB#
Orsic is defending against the submission attempts here by Diaz.
Orsic regains full guard. Nicely done.
We've been hearing that Diaz has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Orsic avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Diaz in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Diaz scoring with punches to the head and body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carlos Diaz dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Orsic slips a straight right by Diaz.
Diaz scores with a sloppy right hand. Orsic should have avoided that one.
Orsic throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL2#
Orsic has closed the distance and engaged Diaz in a clinch.
Diaz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Orsic can do to turn this around?
Orsic blocks a body shot from Diaz.
Diaz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Orsic can't get the takedown. #BC#
Diaz manages to break the clinch.
Diaz takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Orsic scores with a punch to the head.
Diaz connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Orsic closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Diaz lands with a right hand.
Diaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Orsic.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Diaz misses with an attempted mid kick.
Diaz fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Orsic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice shot by Diaz.
Orsic misses with a straight right.
Diaz lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Orsic circles away quickly and effectively.
Diaz on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T1#
Donk. Diaz catches Orsic right on the button with a cross.
Orsic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Diaz.
Diaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Orsic was well out of range. Poor timing from Diaz.
Orsic slips a jab from Diaz.
Orsic thows a left - swing and a miss!
Diaz attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Orsic misses with a hook.
Diaz slips a jab from Orsic.
Diaz takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Carlos Diaz is winning the standup battle so far.
Orsic just misses with a punch to the body.
Diaz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Orsic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Diaz throws out the jab.
Diaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Diaz shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Orsic eats them both and turns towards Diaz to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Orsic shoots in and drives through. Diaz sprawls well.
Diaz was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Orsic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Orsic throws a body shot but no joy.
Diaz throws out a loose jab but Orsic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Diaz lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
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!#CL2#
Orsic gets a clinch. #T2#
Orsic takes a shot to the head.
Orsic lands a shoulder strike.
Still in the clinch, Diaz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Orsic goes for a takedown in the clinch but Diaz prevents it.
Carlos Diaz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mate Orsic.
Diaz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Orsic backwards.
Diaz misses with a body punch.
Diaz works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Orsic is trying to drag Diaz to the mat but Diaz just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Diaz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Diaz.
Diaz swings wildly with an uppercut but Orsic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Diaz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Orsic is looking for a takedown.
Orsic drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Diaz gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Diaz scores with a shoulder strike. #T3#
Diaz works on Orsic's body with a couple of short punches.
Orsic is breathing heavily.
Diaz lands a body shot in the clinch.
Diaz lands a shoulder strike.
Good body shot from Diaz.
Diaz scores with a hook to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Diaz. #BC#
Diaz breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Diaz scores with a nice strike.
Diaz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Diaz scores with a leg kick.
Carlos Diaz is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Orsic closes the distance and clinches.
A short right from Diaz on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Diaz.
Diaz struggles to land a body shot inside as Orsic controls his hands.
Diaz is leaning against Orsic and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Diaz.
Orsic tries for a takedown. No joy.
Diaz is working Orsic over against the cage.
Diaz lands a nice uppercut.
Orsic scores with a hook to the body.#T4#
Orsic tries to work over Diaz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Diaz gets through Orsic's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Diaz pushes Orsic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Orsic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Orsic.
Diaz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Diaz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Orsic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Orsic misses with the head strike.
Orsic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Diaz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Diaz tries to throw a body punch but Orsic avoids it by throwing Diaz back against the cage.
Diaz scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Diaz pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Diaz throws a right and a left that Orsic avoids nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Diaz lets loose with a powerful body kick. Orsic will feel that in the morning.
Orsic lands with a shot to the body. #CL2#
Orsic clinches.
Orsic blocks a body shot from Diaz.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carlos Diaz dominated that second round.
That's time! Diaz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
A slapping leg kick lands for Diaz.
Diaz changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Orsic scores with a jab to the jaw.
Diaz lands with an overhand left.
Orsic shoots in and drives through. Diaz sprawls well.
Diaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Orsic manages to avoid it.
Diaz tests Orsic's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Orsic misses with a body punch
enabling Diaz to counter with a crisp jab.
Orsic tries to clinch there but Diaz circles away.
Diaz appears to be looking for a big counter.
Orsic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Diaz throws out the jab.
Orsic slips under a jab.
Diaz ducks under a wild hook from Orsic.
Orsic misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Diaz to counter with a crisp jab.
Orsic scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Decent striking displayed by Orsic there.
Diaz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Orsic.
Diaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Orsic was well out of range. Poor timing from Diaz.
Diaz with a nice calf kick.
Diaz throws out a loose jab but Orsic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Orsic clobbers Diaz with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T1#
Orsic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Diaz.
Orsic looks to throw the jab but Diaz is out of range.
Orsic defending well as Diaz loads up on a big left hand.
Orsic keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Orsic throws a lazy right hand but Diaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Diaz on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Diaz throws a right hand that Orsic ducks under and follows up with a left that Orsic also avoids with ease.
Orsic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Diaz.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Diaz.
Orsic getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Diaz throws a looping overhand right but Orsic ducks down to avoid it.
Diaz listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Diaz misses the jab.
A big right from Diaz misses.
Orsic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Diaz slips a straight right by Orsic.
Orsic misses with a looping right.
Diaz tests Orsic's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mate Orsic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Orsic misses with a wild body shot.
Diaz misses with a looping left.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Diaz pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Orsic misses with a wild body shot.
Diaz fires out a quick counter leg kick but Orsic just manages to avoid it.
Diaz scores with a jab to the body.
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Orsic just misses with a punch to the body.
Diaz loads up on a big right hand but Orsic slips the punch.
Diaz keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Diaz is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Diaz has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Diaz there as he acknowledges the shot.
Diaz scores with a decent looking hook.#CL2#
Orsic moves into range and clinches up with Diaz.
Orsic tries to score a body lock takedown but Diaz shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Diaz blocks an uppercut.
Orsic misses with a knee strike.
Diaz lands a shot to the body.
Orsic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Diaz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Orsic misses with the head strike. #T3##BC#
Diaz breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Orsic swings for the body but Diaz moves out of range.
Diaz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Orsic misses with a body punch
letting Diaz counter with a right hand.
Diaz connects with a body shot that sends Orsic's belly button to the back.
Diaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Orsic was well out of range. Poor timing from Diaz.
Orsic darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The fighters circling - Orsic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Diaz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Diaz misses the target.
A head kick misses from Diaz.
Orsic misses with a looping right.
Diaz misses with a straight right.
Diaz throws a nice looking combination but Orsic bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A punch lands to the side of Orsic 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Orsic staying out of range there.
Orsic walks into a straight right hand from Diaz.
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Diaz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Orsic tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T4#
Diaz looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Good shot there by Diaz.
Orsic throws a sloppy head kick and Diaz moves out of range easily.
Diaz smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Orsic throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Orsic there.
Diaz scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Diaz lands a body shot.
Orsic showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Diaz.
Orsic darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Diaz connects with a body shot that sends Orsic's belly button to the back.
Diaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Orsic takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Orsic scores with a shot to the body.
Diaz moves out of range as Orsic strikes.
It looked like Diaz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Diaz throws a hook to the side of Orsic's head but Orsic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.

And that's the end of the fight!
Carlos Diaz showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Diaz 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Carlos Diaz!

A victorious Carlos Diaz thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: CACC 96     
Date:   Jun 06, 2020





170 cm
30 yrs
156 lbs



185 cm
25 yrs
162 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Lodzov Hugs! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Mate Orsic!

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Orsic gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Orsic wants a takedown. #TD#
Hugs is trying to trip Orsic. He has hold of a leg but Orsic is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Hugs persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hugs (2) vs (0) Orsic
Hugs looking to pass the guard.
Orsic is trying to keep Hugs in close. #SUB2#
Orsic is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Orsic trying to control the position. #SUB#
Hugs drops back, looking for a kneebar! Orsic looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Orsic looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Orsic!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hugs (2) vs (4) Orsic
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hugs struggling a bit here.#T1##SUB2#
Orsic thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Orsic trying to control the action but Hugs is working from the bottom.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Hugs can't do much from the bottom here.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Hugs tries to bench press Orsic off him but Orsic keeps the position.
Orsic wants to control but Hugs is keeping him busy.
Hugs tries to improve position but can't.
Orsic tries to move into full mount but can't pass Hugs's legs.
You can see the frustration on Hugs's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
A lull in the action here as Orsic stalls from top position.
Hugs might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Let's hope that Orsic has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Hugs tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hugs is working hard here to advance position.
Hugs manages to work his way to half guard, despite Orsic's best efforts.#T3#
Orsic prevents Hugs from improving his position.
Orsic slows the pace down in half guard.
Hugs wants to get back to full guard.
Hugs is staying active underneath Orsic, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Orsic tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hugs knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hugs wants to control but Orsic is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Orsic passes the guard and advances to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hugs (2) vs (7) Orsic
Orsic avoids the attempt from Hugs to control.#T4#
Orsic wants to take Hugs's back here but Hugs is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Orsic trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hugs tries to lock up and control but Orsic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Orsic controlling the position easily from mount.
My spies in Catch Wrestling L.A. inform me that Orsic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hugs is desperately trying to improve his position but Orsic has a good base and remains in mount.
Orsic controlling his opponent. #T5#
Hugs can't escape the position.
Orsic moves to take his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hugs (2) vs (10) Orsic
Hugs looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Orsic tries to keep control of the position but Hugs is staying busy.
Hugs is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Special Ops N7 Training , so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Orsic is not going to allow Hugs to sit and survive in this position.
Orsic is looking to control Hugs but Hugs is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Hugs tries to escape the position. #T6#
Hugs tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Orsic wants to take his opponent's back but Hugs doesn't allow it.
Orsic trying to control but Hugs is having none of it.
Orsic content just to control the position here.
Hugs is in all sorts of trouble here.
Orsic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Orsic prevents Hugs from getting the reversal.
Orsic wants to control the pace but Hugs is squirming around nicely. #T7#
Orsic pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Hugs wants to control but Orsic is having none of it.
Hugs regains half guard.
Orsic trying to control from half guard but Hugs is working away.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
It looks like Orsic 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.
Orsic has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hugs (2) vs (13) Orsic
Hugs tries to hold on but Orsic postures up.#T8#
Orsic wants to take Hugs's back here but Hugs is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Hugs is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hugs tries to hold on but Orsic postures up.
Hugs is squirming around, avoiding Orsic's attempts to control the action. #SUB2#
Hugs tries to improve his position but Orsic has taken his back! Orsic has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Hugs tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Orsic pushes Hugs away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mate Orsic!
The defeated Lodzov Hugs had this to say: 'this was bullshit'.

 

Event: CACC 91     
Date:   May 17, 2020

Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Raymond Donde (ranked 813 p4p, 108 weight class) and Mate Orsic (ranked 1780 p4p, 213 weight class). There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.




180 cm
30 yrs
155 lbs



185 cm
25 yrs
162 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Raymond Donde! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Mate Orsic!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.


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

Orsic clinches with his opponent.

Orsic gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Donde regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Donde (0) vs (2) Orsic
Orsic passes Donde's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Orsic tries to pass to full mount but Donde defends it.
Orsic trying to control from half guard but Donde is working away.
Orsic wants to pass the guard but Donde is defending well.
Donde tries to get to full guard but Orsic has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic is controlling the pace.
Donde controlling the position for now.
My spies in Navy Street MMA inform me that Orsic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Orsic trying to mount his opponent but Donde defends it.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Donde is trying to get back to full guard.
Orsic works his foot free and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Donde (0) vs (5) Orsic
Orsic trying to control but Donde is having none of it.
Donde keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Orsic goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Donde is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Donde (2) vs (5) Orsic

Donde avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Donde sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.

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

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Orsic throws his legs up looking for a submission but Donde uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Donde (5) vs (5) Orsic
Orsic prevents Donde from moving into mount.
Donde trying to control the action but Orsic is working from the bottom.
Donde controls the position.
Orsic is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Donde off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Donde (5) vs (9) Orsic

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Donde is really stuck here.
Orsic wants to control but Donde manages to buck him off and is now in Orsic's guard! Nice work there by Donde!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Donde (7) vs (9) Orsic
Donde looking to pass the guard.

Orsic is looking for a triangle but Donde pushes his legs off easily.

Donde avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Donde looking to pass the guard.
Donde is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Catch Wrestling L.A. that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.

Orsic working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Donde doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Orsic is tightening it up a little... Donde has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Donde reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Donde taps out! Nice BJJ there by Orsic!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Mate Orsic!

 

Event: JAG FNF X     
Date:   Jan 17, 2020
#R1#
Orsic lands with an uppercut that bounces Von Hayek off the cage and back into range.
Orsic throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Von Hayek to counter with a crisp jab.
Von Hayek getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Von Hayek scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Nice uppercut there from Orsic.
Orsic scores with a crisp jab that stopped Von Hayek in his tracks.
Von Hayek is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Orsic swats away the attempt to clinch by Von Hayek.
Orsic takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Orsic misses with a double jab #TD2#
and Von Hayek counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Orsic is trying to maintain the position but Von Hayek is very close to passing his half guard.
Orsic is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Von Hayek scores with a couple of nice shots.
Von Hayek seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Von Hayek has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Soul Supremacy Rio. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Orsic manages to get to full guard. #T1#
Von Hayek 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.
Orsic bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Von Hayek's guard. #REVR#
Von Hayek looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Orsic drops back looking for a leg! Von Hayek is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Von Hayek manages to kick Orsic off! Orsic jumps back into Von Hayek's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Von Hayek keeping moving, preventing Orsic from controlling successfully.
Von Hayek keeping full guard, as Orsic tries to pass.
Von Hayek looking to hit a scissor sweep but Orsic is one step ahead there. #T2#
Orsic forces his way into half guard.
Von Hayek is trying to control but Orsic manages to pass to mount! #SUB#
Orsic is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Von Hayek is surviving well by controlling Orsic's body position as best he can. #SUB#
Orsic working for a guillotine from mount but Von Hayek is in no mood to give up.
Von Hayek is looking to get to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Orsic is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Von Hayek can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB#
Orsic has control of Von Hayek's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Von Hayek regains control of the situation pretty easily. #T3#
Von Hayek wants to control but Orsic is having none of it.#SUB#
Orsic is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Von Hayek is surviving well by controlling Orsic's body position as best he can.
Von Hayek is desperately trying to improve his position but Orsic has a good base and remains in mount.
Von Hayek tries to lock up and control but Orsic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Orsic working for a guillotine from mount but Von Hayek is in no mood to give up. #SUB#
Von Hayek defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Orsic.
Von Hayek gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4#
The fighters are battling for position here. Von Hayek manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Orsic wants to pass the guard but Von Hayek is keeping the position.
Von Hayek wants to sweep but no luck.
Von Hayek keeps trying to improve his position.
Von Hayek controls Orsic momentarily but Orsic frees himself.
Orsic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Von Hayek swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Von Hayek can't keep his opponent in guard - Orsic advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Orsic prevents Von Hayek from improving his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Mate Orsic will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Donk. Von Hayek catches Orsic right on the button with a cross.
Von Hayek connects with a body shot that sends Orsic's belly button to the back.
Friedrich August Von Hayek seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Von Hayek feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Orsics jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Von Hayek ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Orsic moves away.
Orsic ducks right into an uppercut from Von Hayek.
Orsic waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Von Hayek.
Orsic takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Von Hayek misses with a looping right.
Von Hayek throws the left hand but Orsic avoids the punch easily.
Orsic scores with a jab to the body.
Von Hayek ducks right into an uppercut from Orsic.
Jab from Orsic.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Von Hayek takes a swing at Orsic's ribcage but misses.
Orsic throws a big shot that misses.
Von Hayek misses with a body shot.
Von Hayek connects with a body shot.
Von Hayek lands a jab to the nose.#T1#
Von Hayek gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Von Hayek moves forwards but Orsic connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL2#
Von Hayek forces Orsic back against the cage and clinches.
Orsic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Orsic scores with a shoulder strike.
Von Hayek tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Orsic lands an uppercut.
Von Hayek throws a head punch that misses.
Von Hayek misses with a short punch on the inside.
Orsic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Von Hayek backwards.
Von Hayek throws a punch but it's blocked by Orsic.
Von Hayek tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Von Hayek misses with a short punch on the inside.
Orsic lands with a left to the head.
Orsic is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC#
Orsic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Von Hayek misses with a wild body shot.
Orsic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Von Hayek.
Orsic is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#T2#
Von Hayek feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Orsics jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Von Hayek ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Orsic throws a shot to the body.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Von Hayek.
Orsic connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Von Hayek momentarily.
Orsic takes a swing at Von Hayek's ribcage but misses.
Orsic misses with a hook to the body
and Von Hayek connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A looping hook to the body misses from Von Hayek. Orsic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Von Hayek dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Orsic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Von Hayek moves away.
Mate Orsic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Orsic misses with a wild body shot.
Von Hayek misses with a body shot.
Orsic looks to throw the jab but Von Hayek is out of range.
Von Hayek lands a slapping body shot. #T3#
Orsic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Orsic fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
It looks like Orsic has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Von Hayek swings for the body but Orsic moves out of range.
Left hook, right uppercut from Orsic.
Von Hayek tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Orsic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Von Hayek throws a looping overhand right but Orsic ducks down to avoid it.
Orsic lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Orsic connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Von Hayek misses with a wild body shot.
Orsic seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Von Hayek is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Orsic rather than just go for the knockout.
Orsic ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Orsic misses with a hook.
Von Hayek fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Von Hayek throws a looping overhand right but Orsic ducks down to avoid it.
Von Hayek just misses with a punch to the body.
Von Hayek fails with an attempt to clinch.
Orsic swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Orsic scores with a hook to the body. Von Hayek takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nice uppercut lands for Von Hayek. That snapped Orsic's head back. #T4#
Von Hayek loads up on a big right hand but Orsic slips the punch.
Von Hayek takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Orsic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Von Hayek sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A cross from Von Hayek lands.
Von Hayek tries to clinch
letting Orsic counter with a right hand.
Orsic circles away from the clinch attempt.
Von Hayek throws a lazy right hand but Orsic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Von Hayek looks to throw the jab but Orsic is out of range.
Orsic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Von Hayek manages to avoid it.
Orsic tests Von Hayek's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Orsic throws a jab when Von Hayek was well out of range.
Von Hayek misses with an uppercut. Orsic saw that one coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Von Hayek slips a straight right by Orsic.
Orsic throws a predictable looking body shot
and Von Hayek counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Orsic scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Von Hayek tries to clinch but Orsic moves out of range.
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 Mate Orsic will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Orsic scores with a body shot.
Von Hayek moves out of range of the strikes.
Orsic slips a jab from Von Hayek.
Orsic staying out of range there.
Orsic takes a swing at Von Hayek's ribcage but misses.
Von Hayek looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Orsic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Von Hayek.
Von Hayek ducks under a wild hook from Orsic.
It seemed like Von Hayek was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Von Hayek looks to land a right hand but Orsic moved out of range.
Orsic blocks a jab.
Von Hayek ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Orsic moves away.
Von Hayek throws a right and a left that Orsic avoids nicely.
Orsic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Von Hayek moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Von Hayek jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Orsic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Von Hayek.
Orsic swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Von Hayek misses with a jab, cross combination.
Orsic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Von Hayek.
Von Hayek now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Orsic throws a jab when Von Hayek was well out of range.#T1#
Orsic avoids the body shot from Von Hayek.
Von Hayek defending well as Orsic loads up on a big left hand.
Von Hayek gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Von Hayek shoots in but Orsic avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Orsic misses the shot to the body.
Von Hayek takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Orsic throws a hook but Von Hayek blocks it.
Orsic connects with a right hand. Von Hayek shakes it off.
Von Hayek tries to clinch but Orsic moves away
and Orsic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Orsic connects with a looping right hand.
Orsic throws a hook but Von Hayek avoids it easily.
Von Hayek uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Orsic.
Von Hayek loads up on a big right hand but Orsic slips the punch.
Von Hayek missing with a left hand there. Orsic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Orsic fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mate Orsic is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Orsic scores with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Von Hayek moves in looking to clinch but Orsic pushes him off.
A big right from Orsic misses.
Orsic stuns Von Hayek with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Von Hayek just misses with a punch to the body.
Von Hayek connects with a body shot.
Orsic stuns Von Hayek with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Von Hayek tries to clinch but Orsic moves out of range.
Orsic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Von Hayek.
Orsic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Von Hayek was well out of range. Poor timing from Orsic.
A countering left hand to the body from Von Hayek misses.
Nice defenses there by Von Hayek.
Orsic takes a swing at Von Hayek's ribcage but misses.
Von Hayek with a hook.
Orsic's jab looks to have found its range, popping Von Hayek under the eye.
Orsic changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Orsic moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T3#
Von Hayek takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Orsic throws an overhand right that lands on Von Hayek's shoulder, as Von Hayek tries to avoid the shot.
Orsic looks to throw the jab but Von Hayek is out of range.
Von Hayek misses with a wild body shot.
Orsic misses with a straight left.
A countering left hand to the body from Von Hayek misses.
Orsic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Orsic digs a good body shot into Von Hayek's ribs.
A big left from Orsic misses.
Orsic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Von Hayek can do to turn this around?
Von Hayek swings for the body but Orsic moves out of range.
Orsic has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Orsic avoids the body shot from Von Hayek.
Von Hayek throws a right hand that Orsic ducks under and follows up with a left that Orsic also avoids with ease.
Von Hayek uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Orsic.
Orsic scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Von Hayek doesn't seem bothered though.
Orsic throws a body shot but no joy.
Orsic misses with a looping left.#T4#
Orsic throws a body punch but Von Hayek moves out of range.
Orsic swings for the body but Von Hayek moves out of range.
Orsic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Orsic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Von Hayek just misses with a punch to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Von Hayek as he connects with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Von Hayek just misses with a punch to the body.
Von Hayek ducks right into an uppercut from Orsic.
Orsic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A big right from Von Hayek misses.
Orsic is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Von Hayek misses the shot to the body.
Orsic lands with a right hand.
Von Hayek tries to clinch up.
Von Hayek swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Orsic.
Von Hayek digs a good body shot into Orsic's ribs.
Von Hayek slips a straight right by Orsic.
Friedrich August Von Hayek has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Von Hayek misses the jab.
Orsic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mate Orsic showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Orsic 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mate Orsic!

 

Event: JAG Face-off     
Date:   Dec 21, 2019
#R1#
Orsic with a nice cross.
Orsic throws a body shot but no joy.
Orsic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Orsic misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Orsic takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Orsic feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Nutss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Orsic looks to land a right hand but Nuts moved out of range.
Orsic throws a hook but Nuts blocks it.
A big right from Nuts misses.
Nuts keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD2#
Nuts shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Orsic's guard.
Orsic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Orsic 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#
Nuts is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Orsic has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Nuts is looking to defend but Orsic has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Nuts! Orsic pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Nuts taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Mate Orsic!

 

Event: JAG I     
Date:   Nov 09, 2019
#R1#
Funaki looks to throw the jab but Orsic is out of range.
Funaki tries to land a front kick but Orsic steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Orsic feints a jab promting Funaki to slip. Orsic then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Funaki slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Orsic misses with a jab to the body
and Funaki makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Orsic looks to land a right hand but Funaki moved out of range.
Funaki only half commits to the counter leg kick.#TD#
Funaki gets caught flat footed, as Orsic shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB#
Orsic drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Orsic jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Funaki is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Funaki is adopting a defensive guard.
Orsic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Funaki is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Orsic drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Orsic jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1#
Funaki is trying to control the position but Orsic postures up.
Orsic looking to pass the guard.
Funaki is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Funaki pulls Orsic in to control the position.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Orsic tries to free his leg and advance position but Funaki is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Orsic drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Orsic jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Orsic drops back looking for a leg! Funaki is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Funaki manages to kick Orsic off! Orsic jumps back into Funaki's guard.
Orsic wants to control from the top but Funaki keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
We've been hearing reports that Orsic has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Orsic looks to score with a jab to the body but Funaki is just out of range.
Orsic jabs Funaki to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Funaki throws a good cross that connects.
Funaki uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Orsic.
Funaki keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Funaki stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#TD#
Orsic closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Funaki wants to get back to full guard.
Funaki is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Orsic's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Orsic's back!
Funaki is hanging on to Orsic's back as he tries to escape. #T3#
Orsic prevents Funaki from getting a body triangle.
You can see the frustration on Orsic's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Orsic is working hard here to advance position.
Orsic rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Funaki not doing much here.
The fighters are battling for position here. Orsic manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Funaki looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Funaki advances position into side control!#T4#
Funaki looking to control but instead Orsic has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Funaki tries to pass to full mount but Orsic defends it.
Orsic is looking for a sweep. Funaki is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Orsic actively working from the bottom here.
Funaki seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Orsic is staying active underneath Funaki, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Funaki is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Mate Orsic will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Orsic lands with a shot to the body.
Funaki takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#TD#
Orsic drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Orsic wants to pass the guard but Funaki is keeping the position.
Orsic passes Funaki's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Orsic tries to pass the half guard into mount. Funaki knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Funaki still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Funaki has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Orsic sneaks back into half guard.
Orsic wants to improve his position but Funaki is controlling well. #T1#
Funaki perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Funaki's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Funaki wants to control but Orsic is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Orsic actively working from the bottom here.#SU2#
Funaki stands up from half guard.
Orsic lands a lovely overhand right.
Orsic throws a nice looking combination but Funaki bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Funaki throws out a counter right but Orsic avoids it with no problem.#TD#
Orsic shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Orsic was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB#
Orsic is trying to get an arm triangle but Funaki is defending well. #T2#
Funaki holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
Funaki is trying to control Orsic's posture but Orsic avoids it. #SUB#
Orsic goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Funaki rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Orsic's guard! Nice work there by Funaki!
Funaki forces his way into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Orsic is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Funaki pulls his head out easily.
Orsic manages to get to full guard.
Funaki trying to control but Orsic is working from the bottom. #T3#
Funaki slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Orsic is trying to control Funaki's posture but Funaki avoids it.
Orsic is looking to regain half guard here but Funaki keeps moving and retains side control.
Orsic is letting Funaki control him for a moment.
Orsic is trying to get back to half guard.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Orsic wants to control but Funaki postures up.
Orsic gets back to half guard.
Orsic wants to get back to full guard.
Orsic moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Funaki trying to control but Orsic is working from the bottom.
Mate Orsic overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Orsic keeping full guard, as Funaki tries to pass.
Funaki wants to control from the top but Orsic keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Orsic throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Orsic keeping moving, preventing Funaki from controlling successfully.
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 Mate Orsic will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Orsic dives in for a single leg takedown but Funaki sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Orsic backing away here, and Funaki unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Funaki looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#TD#
Orsic shoots in and gets a takedown into Funaki's guard.
Funaki looking to control.
Funaki seems keen to control Orsic's posture.
Orsic passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Orsic is trying to get an arm triangle but Funaki is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Orsic goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Funaki rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Orsic's guard! Nice work there by Funaki! #T1#
Orsic looking for a sweep. Not yet Orsic, not yet. #SUB#
Orsic is looking for a triangle but Funaki pushes his legs off easily.
Funaki content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Orsic working for a triangle but Funaki defends it easily.
Funaki slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
More stalling from Funaki.
Mate Orsic is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Orsic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Funaki is one step ahead there.
Funaki wants to control from the top but Orsic keeps moving. #SUB#
Funaki got a little sloppy there for a moment and Orsic has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Funaki has managed to get both his arms back between Orsic's legs - danger averted.
Funaki working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Funaki controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Masa Funaki has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Funaki is continuing to stall.
Funaki pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Orsic is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Orsic is trying to control the position but Funaki postures up.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Orsic has a closed guard, preventing Funaki from standing up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Orsic shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Funaki as he avoids it easily.
Orsic cracks Funaki with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Orsic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Funaki.
Nice straight punches there by Orsic. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Orsic.
Orsic misses with a body punch
and Funaki connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A left lands for Orsic.
Orsic lands a right hook to the body.
Orsic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Orsic with a hook.
Orsic misses with a left hand
and Funaki counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A telegraphed right hand from Funaki misses the target. #T4#
Funaki keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mate Orsic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A shot to the liver by Funaki. Beautiful body shot.
Orsic shoots and misses
and Funaki counters with a low kick, right behind Orsic 's knee.
Mate Orsic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Orsic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Funaki sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A big right from Orsic misses.
Orsic on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Masa Funaki is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Crunch! Funaki slams his shin into Orsic's torso.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Orsic misses with a looping right.
Orsic throws a right hand that misses
and Funaki connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Orsic misses with a straight left.
Funaki looks for the body kick but Orsic saw that one coming.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Masa Funaki.
Well Orsic 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mate Orsic!

 

Event: JAG Carnage II     
Date:   Oct 05, 2019
#R1#
Orsic throws a right and a left that both miss.
Orsic misses with a two punch combination.
Orsic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Areni.
Areni throws a right and a left that Orsic avoids nicely.
Orsic throws a body shot but no joy.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Areni.
Orsic throws a hook to the side of Areni's head but Areni sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Areni throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
The fighters circling - Areni throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Orsic throws a nice looking combination but Areni bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Areni's corner calls for a 1-2. Areni obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Orsic misses with a body shot.
Orsic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Areni counters with a nice uppercut.
Areni looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Areni with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Orsic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Orsic has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Areni sizes up Orsic with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Areni feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Orsic's calf.
Areni avoids the body shot from Orsic.
Mate Orsic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Areni misses with an uppercut. Orsic saw that one coming.
Orsic lands with a right hand.
Areni defending well as Orsic loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Good shot there by Areni.
Areni slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Areni with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Orsic waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Areni.
A looping hook to the body misses from Areni. Orsic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Areni connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Areni missing with a left hand there. Orsic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Orsic walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Orsic missing with a left hand there. Areni was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Orsic throws a looping overhand right but Areni ducks down to avoid it.
Areni's jab looks to have found its range, popping Orsic under the eye.#TD2#
Orsic looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Areni wants to sweep here but Orsic controlling him for the moment.
Areni trying to control the position.
Areni keeping full guard, as Orsic tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Areni is trying to keep Orsic in close.
Areni keeping moving, preventing Orsic from controlling successfully.
Areni looking for a sweep. Not yet Areni, not yet.
Areni controls Orsic momentarily but Orsic frees himself.
Areni looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Orsic takes a swing at Areni's ribcage but misses.
Areni is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Orsic throws a body shot but no joy.
Areni misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Areni throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Orsic stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Areni looks to score with a jab to the body but Orsic is just out of range.
Orsic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Areni.
Orsic looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A slow jab from Orsic misses its intended target.
Areni takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Areni blocks a jab.
Areni uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Orsic.
Orsic slips under a jab.
Decent striking displayed by Areni there.
Good standup being displayed there by Areni as he connects with a hook.
Areni is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Orsic takes a swing at Areni's ribcage but misses.
Areni steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Orsic.
Areni pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Areni jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hin Areni is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Orsic takes a swing at Areni's ribcage but misses.
Orsic misses with a jab, cross combination.
Orsic throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Orsic misses with an uppercut
and Areni makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T4#
Orsic swings widly with a right hand
and Areni makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Areni throws a hook but Orsic blocks it.
Areni missing with a left hand there. Orsic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Orsic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Areni.
Orsic misses with a kick to the body
and Areni counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Areni pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Areni on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Orsic misses the shot to the body.
Areni connects with a good right hand that stumbles Orsic. Orsic circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Orsic lands a glancing blow to the side of Areni's head.
Orsic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Areni ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Orsic moves away.
Areni throws a shot from downtown. Orsic moves away and avoids it.
Orsic looks to throw the jab but Areni is out of range.
Orsic scores with the left hand. Areni knows he should have avoided that one.
Orsic throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
The fighters circle momentarily. Areni darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Orsic takes a swing at Areni's ribcage but misses.
Areni scores with a hook to the body. Orsic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hin Areni dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Areni needs to keep his hands up - Orsic had a free shot at his head there.
Areni ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Hin Areni is winning the standup battle so far.
Orsic on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Orsic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Areni fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Orsic manages to avoid it.
Areni throws a body shot but no joy.
Orsic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Areni ducks under a wild hook from Orsic.
Orsic staying out of range there.
Orsic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Areni.
Areni throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Orsic swings for the body but Areni moves out of range.
Orsic throws a body punch but Areni moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Areni misses the target.
Areni connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Areni misses with a straight right.
Orsic throws a body punch but Areni moves out of range.
Orsic misses with a wild body shot.
Orsic lands a nice shot to the body.
Areni digs a good body shot into Orsic's ribs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice jab there from Areni.
Areni is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Orsic can do to turn this around?#T1#
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Orsic swings for the body but Areni moves out of range.
Orsic takes a swing at Areni's ribcage but misses.
Orsic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Areni sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Orsic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Areni.
Orsic throws out a counter right but Areni avoids it with no problem.
Areni throws a body shot but no joy.
Donk. Orsic catches Areni right on the button with a cross.
Sloppy strikes from Areni. Those never looked like landing.
Areni rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Orsic moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Areni jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Orsic digs a good body shot into Areni's ribs.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Orsic.
Areni throws a body punch but Orsic moves out of range.
Areni staying out of range there.
Areni was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Areni bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Areni looks to land a right hand but Orsic moved out of range.
Orsic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Areni throws out the jab.
Orsic misses with a looping left.
Areni just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
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!
Areni swings for the body but Orsic moves out of range.
Areni misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Orsic.
Orsic misses the body punch
and Areni counters with a nice uppercut.
Areni fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Orsic manages to avoid it.
Areni ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Areni tried to score with a low kick but Orsic checks it.
Sloppy strikes from Orsic. Those never looked like landing.
Areni throwing a counter right hand but Orsic manages to avoid it.
Areni changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Areni keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Areni with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Areni lands a head shot.
Areni misses the shot to the body.
Orsic misses with an uppercut.
Orsic throws a big shot that misses.
Areni lands a jab to the head.
A swing and a miss from Areni.
Areni uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Orsic has time to react.
Orsic loads up on a big right hand but Areni slips the punch.#T3#
Orsic throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Areni on the side of the head.
Areni jabs Orsic to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Areni steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Orsic.
Orsic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Orsic has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Orsic defending well as Areni loads up on a big left hand.
Orsic doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Areni throws a lazy right hand but Orsic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Orsic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The fighters circling - Areni throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Orsic works the jab nicely.
Orsic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Areni.
Nice shot by Orsic.
Orsic misses with a body shot.
Orsic misses the jab.
Areni stuffs the takedown attempt from Orsic. Orsic gets slowly back to his feet.
Areni throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Orsic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Orsic staying out of range there.
Orsic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Areni was well out of range. Poor timing from Orsic.
Areni jabs Orsic right on the nose. Orsic blinks but takes it well.
Orsic throws a body punch but Areni moves out of range.
Orsic misses with a straight left.
Areni swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Orsic on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Orsic throws a big shot that misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Areni misses its target.
Orsic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Areni.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Orsic checks a leg kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Orsic! But no joy.
Orsic misses with the combination.
A swing and a miss from Orsic.
Orsic scores with a shot to the body.
Orsic misses with an uppercut
and Areni counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Areni keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Orsic.
Areni misses with a straight right.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hin Areni dominated that second 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Areni keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Orsic.
Orsic slips under a jab.
Orsic waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Areni.
Orsic misses with a looping left.
Orsic blocks a jab.
Areni tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Orsic was well out of range. Poor timing from Areni.
Orsic misses with a wild body shot.
Jab, jab by Areni - just one landing.
Areni throws a body punch but Orsic moves out of range.
Areni uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Orsic.
Areni scores with a punch to the head.
Areni lands with a nice body punch.
Orsic moves out of range of the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Areni misses with a hook. Orsic ducked under it nicely.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Areni here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Orsic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Areni.
Areni looks to throw the jab but Orsic is out of range.
Orsic changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Areni. Orsic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Areni misses with an uppercut. Orsic saw that one coming.#T1#
Orsic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Areni ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Orsic moves away.
Orsic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Areni was well out of range. Poor timing from Orsic.
Orsic swings for the body but Areni moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Orsic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Areni. Orsic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Orsic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Areni lands a jab to Orsic's midsection.
Orsic moves away from the strike by Areni.
Orsic blocks a jab.
Areni takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Areni throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Areni throws a big shot that misses.
Orsic misses with a body shot.
Areni throws a solid leg kick but Orsic takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Areni.
Orsic throws a series of punches but Areni moves out of range.
Orsic scores with a jab to the body.
Areni loads up on a big right hand but Orsic slips the punch.
Mate Orsic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Orsic looks to score with a jab to the body but Areni is just out of range.
Areni connects with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Areni throws a jab when Orsic was well out of range.
Orsic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Areni.
A nice side step and Orsic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Orsic looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Areni swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Orsic throws a hook but Areni avoids it easily.
Orsic misses with a right hand
and Areni counters with a nice uppercut.
Orsic misses with a body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Areni misses the target.
Areni punishes Orsic's body with a nice straight punch.
Areni moves out of range of the strikes.
Areni is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Areni misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Orsic.
Areni swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Orsic lands with a straight right. Areni didn't see that one coming.
Areni misses the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Orsic! But no joy.
Orsic takes a swing at Areni's ribcage but misses.
Areni tries to land a leg kick but Orsic saw it coming and moves away.
Orsic blocks a jab.#T3#
Orsic throws a hook to the side of Areni's head but Areni sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Orsic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Areni wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Orsic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Areni throws a good cross that connects. #TD2#
Orsic gets a takedown into half guard.
Areni is concentrating on defense, preventing Orsic from advancing position.
Areni moves into full guard.
Areni is trying to control the position but Orsic postures up.
Orsic trying to control but Areni is working from the bottom.
Orsic postures up.
Areni is controlling Orsic's posture.
Orsic advances position into side control!#T4#
Orsic throws a strike aimed at the side of Areni's head but Areni avoids it well.
Areni is trying to control Orsic's posture but Orsic avoids it.
Areni is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Orsic's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Areni is trying to get back to full guard.
Orsic is thwarting Areni's attempts to control the position.
Areni is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Orsic is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Orsic seems to be working for a kimura but Areni defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Orsic is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Areni is just riding it out for now. Orsic eventually gives up the hold.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mate Orsic.
I think Areni 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 James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hin Areni!

Our winner, Hin Areni, 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: JBL FNF VII     
Date:   Aug 16, 2019
#R1#
A swing and a miss from Orsic.
Hanzo throws a jab but it's blocked by Orsic.
Orsic cracks Hanzo with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#TD2#
Orsic shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Hanzo manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Orsic wants to pass the guard but Hanzo is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Orsic sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hanzo's guard.
Hanzo trying to hold on to Orsic's head to control him but Orsic postures up. #SUB2#
Orsic is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hanzo has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hanzo wants to control but Orsic is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Orsic 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.
Hanzo is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB2#
Orsic is trying to work for a kimura but Hanzo is defending well.
Hanzo's coaches at Smitty's 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.
Hanzo trying to control here. #SUB2#
Orsic is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hanzo doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Orsic.
Hanzo is trying to maintain the position but Orsic is very close to passing his half guard.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Orsic is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hanzo doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Orsic.
Hanzo wants to improve his position but Orsic is controlling well.
Hanzo is doing well to control the position and prevent Orsic from advancing to side control.#T3##SUB2#
Orsic is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Orsic is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hanzo is just riding it out for now. Orsic eventually gives up the hold.
Orsic is pressing down on Hanzo's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hanzo is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Hanzo is defending against the submission attempts here by Orsic. #SUB2#
Orsic is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hanzo defends it well. #T4#
Hanzo wants to control but Orsic is keeping busy. #SUB2#
Orsic is working for a submission of some sort.
Hanzo wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Orsic is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hanzo has managed to free his arm - good work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Orsic tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hanzo knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hanzo tries to roll over but Orsic keeps him under control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mate Orsic dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Orsic scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Orsic works Hanzo's body with a nice hook.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Orsic, as that shot connected. #TD2#
Orsic drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Orsic won't allow Hanzo to sweep him here.
Orsic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Orsic drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Orsic jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Orsic thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic wants to control from the top but Hanzo keeps moving.
Hanzo has a closed guard, preventing Orsic from standing up.
Mate Orsic has got the better of the ground game so far.
Orsic trying to control but Hanzo is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Orsic drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Orsic as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Hanzo screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Orsic! Nice submission victory there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Mate Orsic!
The defeated Hatori Hanzo had this to say: 'I got a white belt what'd yall expect'.

 

Event: JBL Summer Madness NOME     
Date:   Jul 13, 2019
#R1#
Areni slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Areni pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Orsic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Orsic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Areni.
Areni punishes Orsic's body with a nice straight punch.
Orsic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Areni.
Orsic throws a jab but it's blocked by Areni.
Orsic cracks Areni with a right hand to the side of the head.
Areni displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Orsic throws out the jab.
Areni jabs at Orsic's body.
Areni throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Areni throws an overhand right that lands on Orsic's shoulder, as Orsic tries to avoid the shot.
Orsic throws an overhand right that lands on Areni's shoulder, as Areni tries to avoid the shot.
Areni scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Areni fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Orsic manages to avoid it.
Orsic throws a jab when Areni was well out of range.
Orsic shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Orsic has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A jab from Orsic misses.
Areni pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Areni.
Orsic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A jab from Areni misses.
Areni scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Orsic throws a jab but it's blocked by Areni.
A swing and a miss from Areni.
Orsic moves out of range as Areni strikes.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Areni.
Orsic raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Orsic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Orsic. Areni does a little dance to reset his feet.
Areni's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Orsic connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Areni scrambles back to his feet.
Areni cracks a nice hook into Orsic's ribs.
Areni cracks Orsic with an open hand slap.
Areni rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Orsic moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Orsic misses with a body shot.
Areni connects with a body shot.
Mate Orsic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Orsic throws out a powerful jab.
Areni throws a body shot but no joy.
Orsic slips under a jab.
Orsic waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Areni.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Areni bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Orsic's head backwards.
Areni misses the shot to the body.
Orsic closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Orsic looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nice shot lands for Areni.
Orsic just misses with a punch to the body. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Areni makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Orsic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Orsic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Areni misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Areni breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Areni scores with a nice head shot.
Orsic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It looked like Areni was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Orsic.
Nice defenses there by Areni.
Areni lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A telegraphed right hand from Orsic misses the target.
Orsic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Areni throws a lazy uppercut
and Areni takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Orsic takes one to the side of the head. #T3#
Orsic misses with a lunging right hand
and Areni counters with a left to the body.
Areni smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Orsic connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Areni's hands.
Areni connects with a jab.
Orsic fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Orsic 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.
Orsic misses with a body shot.
Orsic swings for the body but Areni moves out of range.
Areni misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Orsic.
Areni lands a jab to Orsic's midsection.
Orsic lands the left hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Areni misses the target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Areni. Orsic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Orsic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Areni lands with a good body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Areni keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Areni scores with a jab.
Areni wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nice body punch from Areni.
Orsic takes a swing at Areni's ribcage but misses.
Areni misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Orsic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Areni lands a jab to the head.
Areni misses with a looping left.
Orsic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Orsic throws out a counter right but Areni avoids it with no problem.
Areni blocks a jab.
Orsic is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Areni.
Areni connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Orsic's hands.
Orsic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Areni.
Orsic scores with a jab to the head.
Orsic throws a shot to the body.
Areni connects with a looping right hand.
Areni comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Orsic looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Areni uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Orsic.
Areni misses with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Orsic. Areni does a little dance to reset his feet.
Orsic swinging wildly here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hin Areni dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Areni lands a jab.
Areni swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Orsic fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Areni looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Areni is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Orsic can do to turn this around?
Areni throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Orsic misses with a body shot.
Areni throws a leg kick but Orsic sees it coming and moves out of range.
Areni throws a lazy right hand but Orsic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Orsic drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Areni defends it well.
Orsic moves away from the strike by Areni.
Areni swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Orsic.
Areni pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Orsic wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Areni throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Orsic stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Areni swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Areni throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Orsic throws a jab when Areni was well out of range.
Areni misses the shot to the body.
Orsic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Areni.
Orsic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Areni jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Orsic has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T1#
Areni cracks a nice hook into Orsic's ribs.
Orsic looks to land a left hand but Areni moved out of range nicely.
Orsic lands a jab-cross combination.
Areni throws out a powerful jab.
Areni takes a swing at Orsic's ribcage but misses.
Orsic missing with a left hand there. Areni was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Areni swinging wildly here.
Areni digs a good hook to Orsic's body.
Areni lands a jab to the head.
Areni throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Areni throws a body shot but no joy.
Areni lands a jab to the nose.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Areni jabs Orsic to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Areni takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Orsic lands a lovely overhand right.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
A cross from Areni lands.
The fighters circling - Areni throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hin Areni is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Areni throws a body punch but Orsic moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Areni misses the target.
Orsic throws a big shot that misses.
Orsic on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Areni ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Orsic lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Areni at a distance.
A cross from Areni lands.
A looping hook to the body misses from Areni. Orsic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Areni swings for the body but Orsic moves out of range.
Orsic blocks a jab.
Orsic missing with a left hand there. Areni was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Areni bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Orsic's head backwards.
Orsic avoids the body shot from Areni.
Areni throws a jab when Orsic was well out of range.
Orsic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Areni here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Orsic takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A looping hook to the body misses from Orsic. Areni does a little dance to reset his feet.
Good shot there by Orsic.
A swing and a miss from Areni.#T3#
Orsic throws the left hand but Areni avoids the punch easily.
Orsic is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Orsic staying out of range there.
Areni misses with a straight right.
Areni scores with a sloppy right hand. Orsic should have avoided that one.
Areni misses with a hook. Orsic ducked under it nicely.
Areni misses with an uppercut. Orsic saw that one coming.
Areni jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Orsic connects with a body shot that sends Areni's belly button to the back.
Areni looks to throw the jab but Orsic is out of range. #CL2#
Orsic has taken the fight to the clinch.
Orsic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Orsic misses with the head strike.
A shot in the inside from Areni.
Areni working aggressively here.
Orsic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Orsic blocks an uppercut.
Areni tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Areni's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Areni takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Areni misses with a series of wild punches.
Orsic takes a swing at Areni's ribcage but misses.
Orsic thows a left - swing and a miss!
Orsic throws a looping overhand right but Areni ducks down to avoid it.
Orsic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Areni moves away.
Areni cracks Orsic with a good jab.
Orsic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Areni takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Nice shot lands for Areni.
Orsic gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A jab from Areni misses.
Orsic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Areni with a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Orsic throws a lazy right hand but Areni sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Areni throws a hook to the side of Orsic's head but Orsic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Orsic jabs at Areni's body.
Orsic misses with an uppercut
and Areni counters with a left to the body.
Areni just misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hin Areni dominated that second round.
That's time! Areni's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. 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#
A slow jab from Orsic misses its intended target.
Areni needs to keep his hands up - Orsic had a free shot at his head there.
Orsic misses with a wild body shot.
Areni's jab looks to have found its range, popping Orsic under the eye.
Nice uppercut lands for Areni. That snapped Orsic's head back.
Orsic slips under a jab from Areni.
Areni looks to score with a jab to the body but Orsic is just out of range.
Areni swinging wildly here.
It seemed like Orsic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Orsic will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Areni is looking to counter punch.
Orsic throws a body shot but no joy.
Orsic scores with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Areni.
Orsic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Areni was well out of range. Poor timing from Orsic.
Areni staying out of range there.
Areni misses with a looping left.
Orsic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Areni manages to avoid it.
Areni thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Orsic lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Areni circles away quickly and effectively.
Areni scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Areni blocks a jab.
A little feinted left hand from Areni on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Orsic takes a swing at Areni's ribcage but misses.
It looked like Areni wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Orsic scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Areni throws an overhand right that lands on Orsic's shoulder, as Orsic tries to avoid the shot.
Orsic scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Orsic missing with a left hand there. Areni was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Orsic avoids the body shot from Areni.
Orsic comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Orsic misses with a wild body shot.
Areni lands a really nice looking cross but Orsic seems unphased.
Orsic lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A looping hook to the body misses from Areni. Orsic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Areni throws out a loose jab but Orsic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Areni looks to land a right hand but Orsic moved out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Orsic shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Areni counter with a right hand.
Mate Orsic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Areni uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Orsic.
Orsic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Areni.
Orsic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Areni throws a good cross that connects.
Areni fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Orsic manages to avoid it.
A big left from Orsic misses.
Areni connects with a right hand. Orsic shakes it off.
Areni throws a body punch but Orsic moves out of range.
Areni misses the shot to the body.
Orsic throws a body shot but no joy.
Orsic blocks a jab.
Orsic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Areni.
Areni throws a hook but Orsic avoids it easily.
Orsic misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Areni connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Areni checks a low kick from Orsic.
Areni swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Orsic throws a jab but it's blocked by Areni. #T3#
Orsic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Areni manages to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Areni.
Areni lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Areni uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Orsic.
Orsic takes a jab right on the kisser.
Orsic misses with a body shot.
Orsic wants to clinch up but Areni keeps it at a distance.
Nice shot lands for Areni.
Orsic with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Areni to score with a decent uppercut.
Areni throws a body shot but no joy.
Orsic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Orsic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Areni moves forwards but Orsic connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Areni throws out a loose jab but Orsic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Orsic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Areni ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Areni takes a swing at Orsic's ribcage but misses.
Areni keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Areni with a jab.#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!
Jab, jab by Areni - just one landing.
Orsic takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Areni.
Orsic misses the jab.
Areni throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Areni showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Orsic.
Areni connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Areni cracks a nice hook into Orsic's ribs.
Orsic looks to clinch
and Areni counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Orsic looks to land a right hand but Areni moved out of range.
Orsic takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Areni scores with a jab to the head.
Areni lands a nice hook to Orsic's body. Orsic takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Areni scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Orsic misses with a hook. Areni ducked under it nicely.
Orsic misses with a looping left.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hin Areni showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Areni 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hin Areni!

A very excited looking Hin Areni 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: Friday Night Summer Madness     
Date:   Jun 28, 2019
#R1##TD2#
Harris throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Orsic tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Harris is in Orsic's guard.#SUB#
Orsic is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Orsic working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Harris doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Harris manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Orsic looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Orsic is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Orsic throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harris looking to pass the guard. #T1##SUB#
Orsic looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Orsic looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Orsic is looking to cinch up a triangle. Harris throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Orsic's body to avoid the submission. Orsic has instead reached around Harris's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Orsic arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mate Orsic!
Bret Harris was interviewed post fight and said 'This Has To Be A DREAM!!!'.

 

Event: Unstoppable Force II     
Date:   May 04, 2019
#R1#
Mattison throws a series of punches but Orsic moves out of range.
Orsic shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Orsic swings for the body but Mattison moves out of range.
Orsic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mattison throws a big counter combination but Orsic scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Braiden Mattison seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Orsic scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Mattison cracks a nice hook into Orsic's ribs.
Orsic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Orsic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mattison.
Mattison misses with an uppercut. Orsic saw that one coming.
Orsic with the counter takedown but Mattison avoids it easily.
Mattison misses with a jab, cross combination. #TD2#
Orsic closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
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!
Mattison is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Orsic asserts his dominance and retains side control.#SUB2#
Orsic thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Mattison tries to escape back to his feet but Orsic has kept hold of him... Oh, now he's got Mattison's back and is looking for the choke... Is it? Is it sunk in? YES! Mattison is tapping! Orsic saw the opportunity and took it - ruthless!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mate Orsic!

 

Event: JBL Faceoff     
Date:   Apr 26, 2019
#R1#
Hanzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Orsic moves away.
Orsic scores with a sloppy right hand. Hanzo should have avoided that one.
A looping hook to the body misses from Orsic. Hanzo does a little dance to reset his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hanzo. Orsic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hanzo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Orsic looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Orsic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Orsic lands with a hook. Hanzo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hanzo ducks under a wild hook from Orsic.
Hanzo takes a swing at Orsic's ribcage but misses.
Orsic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Orsic throws a body punch but Hanzo moves out of range.
Mate Orsic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic misses with a body shot.
Hanzo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Orsic manages to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Orsic.
Orsic misses with a looping left.
Hanzo is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Orsic rather than just go for the knockout.
Hanzo throws a jab but it's blocked by Orsic.
Hanzo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Orsic throws out the jab. #T1#
Orsic takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Hanzo lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Orsic throws a looping overhand right but Hanzo ducks down to avoid it.
Hatori Hanzo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hanzo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Orsic.
Orsic attempts a counter takedown but Hanzo avoids it well and moves away.
A big left from Hanzo misses.
Orsic fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hanzo lands a slapping body shot.
Hanzo slips under a jab.
Hanzo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Orsic looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Orsic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hanzo wants to counter the offense by Orsic and move into the clinch position.
Hanzo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Hanzo takes a swing at Orsic's ribcage but misses.
Orsic tries to counter with a takedown but Hanzo is quick to defend against it.
Orsic missing with a left hand there. Hanzo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hanzo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Orsic connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Hanzo scrambles back to his feet.#T2#
Hanzo scores with a crisp jab that stopped Orsic in his tracks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hanzo looks to throw the jab but Orsic is out of range.
Hanzo ducks under a wild hook from Orsic.
Orsic throws a body punch but Hanzo moves out of range.
Orsic uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Hanzo has time to react.
Hanzo slips under a jab.
Orsic lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Orsic throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hanzo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Hanzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hanzo lands a nice shot to the body.
Orsic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hanzo lands a nice shot to the body.
Hanzo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hanzo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Orsic manages to avoid it.
Orsic defending well as Hanzo loads up on a big left hand.
Orsic changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T3#
Hanzo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hanzo misses with an uppercut.
Hanzo throws a big shot that misses.
Hanzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Orsic moves forwards but Hanzo connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Orsic misses with a hook. Hanzo ducked under it nicely.
Orsic keeps the fight on the outside.
Orsic swings for the body but Hanzo moves out of range.
Orsic lands a jab to Hanzo's midsection.
Hanzo lands with a shot to the body.
Hanzo throws a body punch but Orsic moves out of range.
Orsic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hanzo.
Hanzo steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Orsic.
Hanzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hanzo staying out of range there.
Hanzo defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Orsic.#T4#
Hanzo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Orsic digs a good body shot into Hanzo's ribs.
Hanzo scores with a jab to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big left from Hanzo misses.
Hanzo looks to score with a jab to the body but Orsic is just out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Orsic misses the target.
Hanzo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Orsic.
Orsic scores with a jab.
Orsic throws the left hand but Hanzo avoids the punch easily.
Hanzo throws a hook to the side of Orsic's head but Orsic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hanzo has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Hanzo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Orsic looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Left hook, right uppercut from Orsic.
Hanzo walks into a jab.
Hanzo staying out of range there.
Hanzo bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Orsic's head.
Hanzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Hatori Hanzo 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.
#R2#
Hanzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Orsic moves away.
Hanzo dips to his left and cracks Orsic with an uppercut!
Hanzo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Orsic tries to bum rush Hanzo with a series of wild strikes but Hanzo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Orsic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL2#
Hanzo clinches up with Orsic and pushes him back against the cage.
A knee to the head by Hanzo.
Hanzo is pressed up against the cage. Orsic has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Hanzo down to the mat. Hanzo avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Orsic looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Hanzo lands a glancing blow to the side of Orsic's head.
Orsic takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Hanzo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
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!
Hanzo just misses with a punch to the body.
Hanzo tries to clinch but Orsic moves out of range.
Hanzo misses with a hook. Orsic ducked under it nicely.
Orsic throws the left hand but Hanzo avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Orsic lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hanzo circles away quickly and effectively.
A punch lands to the side of Hanzo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Orsic throws an overhand right that lands on Hanzo's shoulder, as Hanzo tries to avoid the shot.
Hanzo looks to score with a jab to the body but Orsic is just out of range.
A swing and a miss from Orsic.
Orsic has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hanzo finds it's way round the side to connect with Orsic's head.
Nice cross by Hanzo.
Orsic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hanzo lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Orsic tests Hanzo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hanzo tries to clinch up.#TD#
Orsic shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Hanzo is trying to defend but Orsic finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hanzo is looking to improve his position. #T2##SUB#
Orsic seems to be working for a kimura but Hanzo defends the submission attempt.
Orsic is thwarting Hanzo's attempts to control the position.
Hanzo is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Orsic is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hanzo is just riding it out for now. Orsic eventually gives up the hold.
Orsic trying to pass the guard but Hanzo defending well. #T3##SUB#
Orsic is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura but Hanzo is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Orsic to get the leverage.
Hanzo trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura but Hanzo is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Orsic to get the leverage. #SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Orsic is working for a kimura but Hanzo is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura here. #T4#
Hanzo is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Orsic is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hanzo has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Orsic is working for a kimura but Hanzo is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Orsic is looking for a kimura here.
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 Mate Orsic will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Hanzo lands a body shot.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Orsic, as that shot connected.
Hanzo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Orsic manages to avoid it.
Hanzo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Orsic.
Orsic is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Orsic just misses with a punch to the body.
Orsic thuds a left hand into Hanzo's body.
A lazy left from Hanzo finds it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hanzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Orsic.
Hanzo tries to counter by closing the distance.
Hanzo throws a body punch but Orsic moves out of range.
Hatori Hanzo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A punch combination from Orsic misses.
Hanzo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hanzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Orsic moves away.#T1#
Orsic throws a body punch but Hanzo moves out of range.
Orsic misses the shot to the body.
Hanzo ducks under a wild hook from Orsic.
Hanzo lands a slapping body shot.
Orsic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Orsic looks to throw the jab but Hanzo is out of range.
Hanzo tries to counter with a clinch but Orsic shakes him off and moves away.
A jab lands there for Orsic.
Orsic lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Hanzo at a distance.
Hanzo tries to clinch but Orsic moves out of range.
Orsic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hanzo.
Orsic throwing a counter right hand but Hanzo manages to avoid it.
A big right from Orsic misses.
Hanzo is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
The fighters circling - Orsic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hanzo just misses with a punch to the body.
Orsic avoids the body shot from Hanzo.
Orsic digs a good body shot into Hanzo's ribs.#T2#
Hanzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hanzo takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Orsic lands a lovely overhand right.
Hanzo blocks a jab.
Jab by Hanzo.
Orsic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hanzo.
Hanzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Orsic moves away.
Hanzo uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Orsic has time to react.
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Hanzo.
Hanzo lunges at Orsic with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Orsic's hand.
Orsic moves into range and connects with a jab.
Hanzo with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Orsic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hanzo misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Orsic misses with a wild body shot.
Orsic throws a hook to the side of Hanzo's head but Hanzo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hanzo wants to counter the offense by Orsic and move into the clinch position.
Orsic throws an overhand right that lands on Hanzo's shoulder, as Hanzo tries to avoid the shot.
Hanzo looks to score with a jab to the body but Orsic is just out of range.
Hanzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Orsic moves away.
Nice takedown defense from Hanzo. No joy for Orsic on that attempt.
Orsic scores with a jab.
Orsic shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hanzo but Hanzo pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Hanzo thuds a left hand into Orsic's body.
Orsic avoids the body shot from Hanzo.
Hanzo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A jab from Orsic misses. #T4#
Hanzo looks to score with a jab to the body but Orsic is just out of range.
Hanzo misses with a wild body shot.
A cross from Hanzo lands.
Hanzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Orsic moves away.
Hanzo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Orsic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Orsic lands a nice shot to the body.
Hanzo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Orsic manages to avoid it.
Orsic throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hanzo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Orsic ducks under a wild hook from Hanzo.
Hanzo swings for the body but Orsic moves out of range.
Hanzo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Orsic manages to avoid it.
Hanzo slips a straight right by Orsic.
Hanzo is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Orsic misses with a looping left.
Orsic dives in for a single leg takedown but Hanzo sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Mate Orsic.
I think Orsic 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27

The fight is ruled a draw!

 

Event: Rite of Passage     
Date:   Mar 22, 2019
#R1#
Baby tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Orsic! But no joy.
Orsic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Baby manages to avoid it.
A low kick from Baby is predictable there #TD2#
and Orsic decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Baby's guard.
Baby looking for a sweep. Not yet Baby, not yet.
Orsic passes Baby's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Baby wants to control but Orsic is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Orsic is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Orsic has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Baby defend it? Orsic steps over the head and cranks it - Baby is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Orsic!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mate Orsic!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Aug 29, 2018
#R1#
Dale takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dale tries to clinch but Orsic moves out of range.
Dale works over Orsic's head and body with a nice combination.
Dale comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Dale misses with a jab, cross combination.
Orsic throws a jab but it's blocked by Dale.
Dale throws a counter combo.
Orsic dips to his left and cracks Dale with an uppercut!
Dale misses the shot to the body.
Orsic throws a big counter combination but Dale scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Orsic throws a lazy uppercut
and Dale counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dale throws a body punch but Orsic moves out of range.
Dale looks for the body kick but Orsic saw that one coming.
Orsic has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Orsic pushes Dale up against the cage in a clinch.#T1#
Dale is trying to break the clinch but Orsic is controlling him.
Orsic lands with a right to the head.
Orsic keeps control of Dale as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Orsic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Dale wants to break free but Orsic has control.
Orsic lands a left hand.
Dale wants to get back to striking at distance but Orsic won't allow it.
Orsic scores with a shoulder strike.
Orsic has Dale pushed against the cage.
Dale's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dale blocking some punches.
Orsic lands a shot to the body.
Orsic is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Orsic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dale backwards. #T2#
Dale is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Dale blocks a body shot from Orsic.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Orsic.
Orsic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Orsic.
Dale looks winded!
Dale is trying to break the clinch but Orsic has him pressed against the cage.
Orsic lands a shoulder strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right from Orsic.
Orsic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Orsic presses Dale against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Still in the clinch, Orsic scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short right from Orsic on the inside.
Orsic scores with a shoulder strike.
Orsic makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Orsic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Orsic manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Orsic lands a hook that snaps the head of Dale backwards. #T3#
Orsic lands a right hand.
A short uppercut from Orsic.
Dale is trying to break free.
Orsic struggles to land a body shot inside as Dale controls his hands.
Dale has had enough of the clinch but Orsic keeps him there for the moment.
Dale is trying to break the clinch but Orsic is controlling him.
Orsic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Orsic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Orsic lands with a left to the head.
Dale tries to break free but Orsic pushes him back against the cage.
A short right from Orsic on the inside.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Orsic scores with a shot to the side of Dale's head. #T4#
Orsic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Dale or not.
Orsic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Orsic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Orsic lands with a short shot to the head.
Orsic scores with a shoulder strike.
Orsic lands with a light punch inside.
Orsic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dale backwards.
Orsic lands an uppercut.
Orsic lands a hook that snaps the head of Dale backwards.
Orsic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Dale or not.
Dale can't break the clinch.
Nice body punch from Orsic.
Orsic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Orsic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dale backwards.
Dale wants to break the clinch but can't.
Orsic leaning his opponent against the cage.
Orsic scores with a shot to the side of Dale's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mate Orsic dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Orsic takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A punch combination from Dale misses.
Orsic misses the jab.
A countering left hand to the body from Dale misses.
Dale is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Orsic rather than just go for the knockout.
Orsic waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dale.
A decent looking cross lands there for Dale.
Brent Dale seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dale lands a body shot.
Dale fails in his attempt to clinch.
Orsic connects with a body shot that sends Dale's belly button to the back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Orsic closes the distance and clinches.
A short right from Orsic on the inside. #BC#
Orsic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Dale takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dale looks to land a body kick but Orsic moved away.
Orsic throws an off balance right hand
and Dale counters with a nice body shot.
Orsic misses the shot to the body.
Orsic misses with a head kick.
Dale misses with a body shot.
Orsic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Orsic jabs Dale to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A head kick misses from Dale.
Orsic misses with a jab, cross combination. #CL#
Orsic gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T2#
Orsic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dale backwards.
Dale blocks an uppercut.
Dale wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Orsic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dale backwards.
Orsic gets through Dale's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
A short left from Orsic.
Orsic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Orsic prevents Dale from breaking the clinch.
Orsic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Mate Orsic has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Orsic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dale backwards. #T3#
Orsic misses with a body punch.
Dale wants to break free but Orsic has control.
Orsic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Orsic stalling.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Orsic takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #TD#
Orsic ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Orsic no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Dale won't allow Orsic to get back to his feet.
Orsic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dale won't allow Orsic to sweep him here. #SUB#
Orsic working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Dale has passed into half guard!
Orsic is trying to control but Dale manages to pass to mount! #T4#
Orsic is in all sorts of trouble here. #SU2#
Dale stands up from mount. Strange move.
Dale moves into range and connects with a jab.
Dale finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Dale stalks Orsic and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Orsic's face. Orsic staggers backwards, shaken.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Orsic takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Orsic throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dale stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mate Orsic dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Dale keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Orsic.
Danga de danga de dang - Dale scores with a four punch combination!
Dale just misses with a punch to the body.
Orsic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dale throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A combination from Dale does no damage.
Brent Dale is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dale throws a body punch but Orsic moves out of range.
Dale swinging wildly here.
Orsic was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Dale takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orsic uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Dale has time to react.
A punch combination from Orsic misses. #T1#
Orsic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dale.
An attempted straight right counter from Orsic misses the target.
No joy there for Dale, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Orsic throws a body shot but no joy.
Dale throws a counter combo.
Dale throws out a loose jab but Orsic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Orsic swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dale walks into a straight right hand from Orsic.
Dale misses with the combination.
Brent Dale seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Orsic circles away from the clinch attempt
and Orsic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dale tries to clinch but Orsic moves out of range.
Mate Orsic is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Dale lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #CL#
Orsic closes the distance and clinches.
A right hand to the body from Orsic.
A short left from Orsic.
A nice left hand lands by Orsic.
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!
Orsic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Dale is trying to break the clinch but Orsic is controlling him.
Orsic lands with a short shot to the head.
Orsic scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Orsic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Donk. Orsic catches Dale right on the button with a cross.
Orsic swings for the body but Dale moves out of range.
Orsic throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T3##CL#
Orsic gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Dale wants to break the clinch but can't.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Orsic.
Orsic scores with a shot to the side of Dale's head.
Orsic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Orsic missing with knees to the body.
Dale is trying to force a seperation but Orsic has the dominant position.
Dale working hard to break the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Orsic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Orsic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dale backwards.
Orsic is working Dale over against the cage.
Orsic taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Orsic lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Dale looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Orsic lands a left hand.
Orsic looking to throw knees to the head but Dale is blocking nicely.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Orsic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Orsic prevents Dale from breaking the clinch.
Orsic keeps control of Dale as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Dale is trying to break the clinch but Orsic has him pressed against the cage.
Orsic scores with a shot to the side of Dale's head.
Dale wants to break the clinch but can't.
A frustrated look appears on Dale's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Orsic lands a body shot.
Orsic lands with a short shot to the head.
Orsic scores with a hook to the body.
Brent Dale has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Orsic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Dale pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mate Orsic showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Orsic, 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mate Orsic!

 

 
 
 
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