Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 07, 2024

#R1#
Nadadora throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kurri tries to counter with a takedown but Nadadora is quick to defend against it.
Nadadora throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kurri counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nadadora throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL#
Nadadora tries to keep at a distance but Kurri has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nadadora fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nadadora. #TD#
Kurri has picked Nadadora up - he's going for a ride! Kurri dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kurri stalling. #SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Nadadora really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kurri. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Kurri is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nadadora doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kurri. #T1#
Kurri wants to pass to mount but Nadadora is defending the position.
Kurri controlling the action here.
Kurri is looking to advance position but Nadadora won't allow it.
Kurri slows the pace down in half guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kurri wants to pass to mount but Nadadora is defending the position.
Kurri is figuring out what he wants to do next.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Nadadora can do anything to dispel that myth.
Kurri trying to pass the guard but Nadadora defending well. #SUB#
Kurri is trying to work for a kimura but Nadadora is defending well. #T3#
Kurri content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Kurri performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Kurri wants to pass the guard but Nadadora is defending well. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Kurri takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kurri wants to free his trapped foot but Nadadora is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Kurri passes the guard and advances to mount!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kurri controlling from the full mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nadadora is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Nadadora tries to hold on but Kurri postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tatu Kurri 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#
Nadadora throws a nice looking combination but Kurri bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nadadora uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kurri.
Rapido Nadadora seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch combination from Nadadora misses.
Nadadora throws a series of punches but Kurri avoids them all with ease.
Kurri is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nadadora can do to turn this around?
Sloppy strikes from Nadadora. Those never looked like landing.
Kurri looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Nadadora is fending him off so far but Kurri persists. Nope, Nadadora circles away and we're back to standing.
Kurri avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kurri dodges the punch combination from Nadadora.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nadadora will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kurri tries to counter with a takedown but Nadadora is quick to defend against it.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kurri. #T1##SUB#
Kurri has hold of Nadadora's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Nadadora tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Kurri cranks the arm and Nadadora screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Nadadora, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 23, 2024

#R1##CL#
Kurri has taken the fight to the clinch.
Richardson has had enough of the clinch but Kurri keeps him there for the moment.
Kurri tries for a takedown but Richardson manages to get underhooks.
Kurri tries to score a body lock takedown but Richardson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Richardson prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tatu Kurri. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Kurri works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Kurri passes into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T1##SUB#
Kurri 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. #SUB#
Kurri is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Richardson sees it coming and defends easily.
Kurri performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kurri seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Richardson for as long as he can get away with.
Kurri'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.#T3#
Kurri continues to stall.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kurri passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Richardson!
Kurri looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Kurri wants to finish this one by submission but Richardson is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Kurri.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tatu Kurri 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#
Kurri shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Richardson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tatu Kurri is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Richardson fails to land with a series of punches.
Kurri looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kurri will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kurri moves in looking to clinch but Richardson pushes him off.
Richardson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kurri's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Kurri duly obliges.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Richardson misses with a straight right.
Richardson misses with a combination
enabling Kurri to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Kurri slips under a jab from Richardson.#CL#
Kurri clinches up with Richardson and pushes him back against the cage.
Kurri has Richardson pressed against the cage, preventing Richardson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Richardson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#TD#
Kurri has clasped his hands together around Richardson's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
A lull in the action here as Kurri stalls from top position.#T2#
Kurri prevents Richardson from escaping the position.
Kurri controls the position from side control.
Kurri advances nicely into full mount.
Kurri tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T3#
Richardson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kurri controlling from the full mount. #SUB#
Kurri looking for a guillotine from mount but Richardson is having none of it.
Kurri tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
Kurri is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Richardson to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Richardson shrugs it off. #T4#
Kurri controlling from the full mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Further stalling from Kurri.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tatu Kurri dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Richardson swings for the body but Kurri moves out of range.
Justin Richardson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD#
Kurri shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Kurri is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Richardson can do anything to dispel that myth.
Richardson can't keep his opponent in guard - Kurri advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Kurri with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Kurri is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri looking to control and managing it successfully. #T1#
Richardson wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Kurri controlling from mount.
Tatu Kurri overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kurri is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! Richardson is forced to tap! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 19, 2024

#R1##TD#
Kurri throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Kiang tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kurri is in Kiang's guard.
Kurri showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kurri stopping the sweep attempt from Kiang.
Kurri controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kurri advances to half guard.
Kurri slows the pace down in half guard.
Kiang really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kurri. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kurri uses his free foot to push down on Kiang's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Kiang.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri controlling from the full mount. #T1#
Kurri seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kiang for as long as he can get away with.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Kurri throws some shoulder strikes here and then postures up. Oh, he's gone for an armbar! Kiang has his hands clasped together but Kurri breaks the hold and Kiang is forced to tap! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over! That was lightning fast by Kurri!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tatu Kurri!
A relieved looking Tatu Kurri thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 25, 2024

#R1#
Kurri works over Bitok's head and body with a nice combination.#CL2#
Kurri gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Kurri tightens his grip and picks Bitok up, before dumping him to the ground. Bitok manages to land in guard.
Kurri controlling from the top position.
Kurri passes Bitok's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Kurri wants to work for an arm triangle but Bitok is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Kurri 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.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kurri takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T1#
Kurri works his way into full mount!
Kurri content just to control the position here. #SUB2#
Kurri has control of Bitok's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Bitok regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Kurri sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T2##SUB2#
Kurri has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Bitok is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 08, 2024

#R1##CL2#
Kurri closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Kurri has clasped his hands together around Amiga's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Kurri is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Amiga knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Kurri has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Amiga!
Kurri looking to control and managing it successfully.
Amiga knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kurri on the ground.#SUB2#
Amiga is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Kurri locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! Amiga is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tatu Kurri!
A very excited looking Tatu Kurri made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 03, 2024

#R1#
Ispa misses with an uppercut
and Kurri cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ispa throws a front kick that sends Kurri stumbling back into the cage.
Ispa buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ispa darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ispa feints and then cracks Kurri's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kurri down.
We've been told by Ispa's head coaches at White Eagle that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ispa darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Kurri 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.
Nice shot by Ispa.#TD2#
Kurri shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ispa is trying to maintain the position but Kurri is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Ispa is looking to improve his position.
Ispa controlling the position for now.
Ispa trying to control from the bottom.
Ispa holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Ispa trying to control but Kurri postures up.
Kurri prevents Ispa from improving his position.
Ispa manages to get to full guard.
Ispa trying to keep a closed guard but Kurri is proving a slippery customer. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Kurri is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Ispa has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Kurri is looking to defend but Ispa has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Kurri! Ispa pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Kurri taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Mursk Ispa!
Our winner, Mursk Ispa, 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.
The defeated Tatu Kurri had this to say: 'ggwp'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 11, 2023

#R1#
A slow jab from Laperierre misses its intended target.
Kurri appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Laperierre throws a shot from downtown. Kurri moves away and avoids it.
Laperierre scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kurri keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Laperierre fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kurri looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#TD2#
Laperierre shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kurri napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Laperierre trying to control the action but Kurri is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Laperierre tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Laperierre remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #SUB2#
Laperierre tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1#
Laperierre wants to control but Kurri is keeping him busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Laperierre wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kurri, who protects the arm well.
Laperierre has knee on belly and moves into mount. #SUB2#
Laperierre is controlling this nicely and is looking to make no mistakes. Kurri is trying to wiggle out of this horrible position. Kurri flips to his side and attempts to get a leg in for half guard. Laperierre anticipates the leg and manages to get behind Kurri and secures both hooks! This could be bad! Laperierre slips an arm under Kurri chin and tries to position for a rear naked choke. Laperierre has worked the choke in now and it looks tight. Laperierre is squeezing on Kurri like an anaconda would it's prey. Kurri fails to tap and has fallen unconscious! We've got ourselves a winner by way of a rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ian Laperierre!
A very excited looking Ian Laperierre 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.
Tatu Kurri was interviewed post fight and said 'ggwp'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 25, 2023

#R1#
Pollock takes a swing at Kurri's ribcage but misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Pollock. That's going to slow Kurri down.
Kurri closes this distance looking for a takedown but Pollock circles away.
Pollock defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kurri.
A little feinted left hand from Pollock on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL#
Pollock clinches up against the cage.
Pollock scores with a shot to the side of Kurri's head.
Pollock misses with a punch on the inside.
Pollock swings wildly with an uppercut but Kurri uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Pollock fails to land.
Pollock misses with a body punch.
Pollock tries to throw a body punch but Kurri avoids it by throwing Pollock back against the cage.
Kurri blocks a body shot from Pollock. #T1#
Kurri looking for a takedown.
Jackson Pollock has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.
Pollock doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Pollock lands with a right to the head.
Kurri blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kurri blocking some punches.
A shot in the inside from Pollock.
Kurri goes for a takedown attempt but Pollock pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Pollock keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CL#
Pollock clinches up with Kurri and pushes him back against the cage.
Pollock struggles to land a body shot inside as Kurri controls his hands.
Pollock misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Pollock throws a punch but it's blocked by Kurri.
Pollock can't find room to land a body shot as Kurri controls the action.
Kurri blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Pollock presses Kurri against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kurri blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kurri tries to score a body lock takedown but Pollock shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Pollock misses with a punch on the inside.
Kurri looking for a takedown.
Pollock throws a punch but it's blocked by Kurri.
A shot in the inside from Pollock.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pollock cracks Kurri with a nice body shot.
Pollock lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kurri or not.
Kurri is trying to drag Pollock to the mat but Pollock just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Kurri looks winded!
Kurri blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kurri has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Pollock seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Kurri can turn it around.#T3#
Pollock working aggressively here.
Pollock misses with a hook to the ribs.
Pollock lands a left hand.
Pollock throws a punch but it's blocked by Kurri.
Kurri blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Pollock misses with a hook from the clinch.
Pollock misses with the head strike.
Pollock misses with a short punch on the inside.
Pollock misses with the head strike.
Pollock misses with a body punch.
Pollock prevents a takedown attempt there. #TD2#
Kurri is trying to trip Pollock. He has hold of a leg but Pollock is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Kurri persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#T4#
Kurri stops Pollock from standing up. #ES#
Pollock uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Pollock misses with a straight right.
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!
Pollock scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kurri doesn't seem bothered though.
Pollock cracks Kurri with a good jab.
Pollock loads up on a big right hand but Kurri slips the punch.
Kurri tests Pollock's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A right-left combo lands from Pollock.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jackson Pollock 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#
Pollock tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kurri was well out of range. Poor timing from Pollock.#CUT#It looks like Tatu Kurri has been cut.
Pollock just misses with a punch to the body.
Pollock swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kurri.
Kurri gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Pollock throws a shot to the body.
Pollock throws a looping overhand right but Kurri ducks down to avoid it.
Kurri feints the counter takedown.
Pollock lands a right hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Pollock is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kurri can do to turn this around?
Pollock with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #CL#
Pollock darts in and clinches Kurri up against the cage.#T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kurri.
Pollock pushes Kurri back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Pollock can't find room to land a body shot as Kurri controls the action.
Kurri blocks an uppercut.
Pollock lands an uppercut.
Pollock lands a nice shot to the body.
Kurri can't get the takedown.
Kurri is breathing heavily.
Pollock has a couple of punches blocked by Kurri.
A left hand lands to the body for Pollock.
Pollock digs a right hand into Kurri's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kurri's gas tank.
Pollock working aggressively here.
Kurri goes for a takedown attempt but Pollock pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Pollock swings for the body but Kurri moves out of range.
Kurri drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Pollock defends it well.#T2#
Pollock with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #CL#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Pollock gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Pollock working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Pollock.
Pollock working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kurri drops down looking for an ankle pick but Pollock pulls his leg out and moves away.
Jackson Pollock has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.
Pollock lands with a straight right. Kurri didn't see that one coming.
Jab from Pollock.
Pollock throws a quick inside leg kick. #T3#
A nice leg kick lands there from Pollock.
A low kick lands for Pollock.
A low kick lands for Pollock.
Pollock lands a lovely overhand right.
Kurri is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #ROC#Kurri is rocked!
Pollock connects with a solid leg kick.
Kurri is still on wobbly legs! Can Pollock finish him?
Jackson Pollock is winning the standup battle so far.
Pollock throws a nice inside leg kick.
Pollock lands a big head kick that sends Kurri to the canvas! Pollock follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jackson Pollock!
Jackson Pollock decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Tatu Kurri had this to say: 'ggwp'.

Event: WVT 123: Siale v Bloodaxe
Date: Jun 30, 2023

#R1#
Kurri fails with the takedown
and Abner counters with a right hand to the body.
Abner misses with a wild combination.
Kurri appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
No joy there for Abner, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Abner will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Kurri darts in and clinches Abner up against the cage.#T1#
Abner just leaning against Kurri, taking a breather. #BC2#
Abner breaks the clinch. #TD2#
Abner closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kurri did well to prevent Abner getting side control.#SUB2#
Abner is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Kurri is not content to let Abner control the position.
Abner is thwarting Kurri's attempts to control the position.
Abner seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Kurri has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Abner is working away from the top position though.#T2#
Abner is trying to control. Kurri wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Abner prevents Kurri from improving his position.#SUB2#
Abner is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kurri defends it well.
Well, if Abner 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.
Kurri wants to control but Abner is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Abner controlling the pace.
Kurri is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Well, if Abner 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. #T3#
Abner's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kurri preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Kurri tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Abner looks to throw the jab but Kurri is out of range.
Kurri drops down looking for a counter takedown but Abner sprawls and moves away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kurri looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
It seemed like Abner was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kurri tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Abner paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Abner doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A telegraphed right hand from Abner misses the target. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
A chopping leg kick lands by Abner. #TD2#
Abner shoots in and bounces Kurri off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Abner forces his way into half guard.
Abner not doing much here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Abner is looking to take a break and control but Kurri is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Abner is looking to advance position but Kurri won't allow it.
Abner moves nicely into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cayden Abner dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Abner closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Kurri's guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kurri keeping full guard, as Abner tries to pass.
Kurri can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Abner controls the pace.
Kurri keeping full guard, as Abner tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kurri has his foot on Abner's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Abner works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Kurri looking for a guillotine here but Abner defends easily.
Kurri controls Abner momentarily but Abner frees himself. #T1#
Abner slips nicely into half guard.
Kurri is refusing to be controlled, as Abner sits in half guard.
Kurri gets full guard.
Abner trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kurri wants to control but Abner passes easily into half guard. #SUB2#
Abner seems to be working for a kimura but Kurri defends the submission attempt.
Abner not doing much here. #T2#
Abner wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kurri keeps working.
Abner might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kurri haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
Kurri is defending against the submission attempts here by Abner.
Abner is looking to advance position but Kurri won't allow it.
Abner throwing shots but Kurri is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Abner is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kurri has managed to free his arm - good work.
Abner is looking to advance position but Kurri won't allow it. #T3##SUB2#
Abner is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kurri sees it coming and defends easily.
Abner moves into full mount! Kurri won't be happy about that!
Kurri holds on, trying desperately to control.
Kurri is trying desperately to improve position.
Abner trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Abner controlling from the full mount. #T4#
Kurri tries to reverse the position but Abner maintains control.
Cayden Abner has got the better of the ground game so far.
Abner fails to take his opponent's back.
Abner wants to control the pace but Kurri is squirming around nicely.
Abner wants to take Kurri's back but he can't do it this time.
Abner content just to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kurri wants to hold on but Abner pushes him away.
Kurri gets back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cayden Abner showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Abner showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kurri. #TD2#
Abner closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kurri did well to prevent Abner getting side control.
Abner is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Abner is keen to just control but Kurri is a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abner tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Abner trying to control from half guard but Kurri is working away. #T1#
Abner seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Abner drops an elbow to the side of Kurri's head.
Abner is trying to control the action in half guard but Kurri is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Abner looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Abner stalling. #SUB2#
Abner is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Abner has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kurri makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kurri.
Tatu Kurri has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Abner stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kurri swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Abner trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurri looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Abner wants to stand but Kurri has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SU2#
Abner gets to his feet. Kurri looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Abner throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kurri appears to be looking for a big counter.#T3#
Kurri showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Abner.
That kick from Abner tenderised Kurri's leg. Kurri is trying to keep his angry face on.
Abner throws a sloppy head kick and Kurri moves out of range easily.
Kurri feinted with a counter takedown.
A jab lands there for Abner.#CL#
Abner gets tackled into the cage by Kurri. Kurri maintains the clinch. #T4##TD2#
Abner gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Cayden Abner is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Abner controls from within his opponent's guard.
Abner pushing down on Kurri's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Kurri trying to control here.
Abner performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Kurri is staying active underneath Abner, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Abner trying to mount his opponent but Kurri defends it.
Kurri is not content to let Abner control the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cayden Abner comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Abner 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cayden Abner!
Cayden Abner decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
The defeated Tatu Kurri had this to say: 'ggwp'.

Event: WVT 107: Simone v Peterson 2
Date: May 26, 2023

#R1#
Morgan scores with a nice head shot.
Morgan lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Morgan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kurri tries to clinch but Morgan moves out of range.
A shot to the liver by Morgan. Beautiful body shot.
Kurri misses with a double jab #KD#
and Morgan counters with a crisp one two that drops Kurri! Morgan thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Kurri to his feet! Kurri is in big trouble!#ROC#Kurri is rocked!
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Kurri 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.
Kurri looks winded!
Kurri showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Morgan.
Kurri is still on wobbly legs! Can Morgan finish him?
Morgan lands a slapping body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Morgan drops Kurri with a huge uppercut! Kurri drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Morgan is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arthur Morgan!
Arthur Morgan decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
In defeat, Tatu Kurri stepped up to the mic, saying 'ggwp'.

Event: WVT 96: Corassa v Surianglek 3
Date: Apr 28, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Kurri clinches up against the cage.
Kurri is looking to take this one to the mat.
Gomes scores with a shot to the side of Kurri's head.
Kurri blocks an uppercut.
Gomes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kurri drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Gomes gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Kurri takes a shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gomes lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
Gomes prevents a takedown attempt there.
Ronaldo Gomes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.
Gomes throws a head punch that misses.
Gomes swings wildly with an uppercut but Kurri uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gomes tries to throw a body punch but Kurri avoids it by throwing Gomes back against the cage.
Kurri blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Gomes fails to land. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Gomes misses with some punches.
Gomes lands a body shot in the clinch.
Gomes scores with a shoulder strike.
Gomes misses with some punches.
Kurri blocking some punches.
Gomes lands a hook to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Gomes.
Gomes prevents the takedown attempt.
Gomes misses with some punches. #T3#
Gomes lands with a short shot to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kurri.
Kurri can't get the takedown.
Gomes softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Gomes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Gomes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Gomes lands a shoulder strike.
Kurri tries for a takedown. No joy.
Kurri looks winded!#T4#
Kurri changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Gomes fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Gomes misses with a straight right.
Kurri keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Gomes connects with a right hand. Kurri shakes it off.#CL#
Gomes has taken the fight to the clinch.
Gomes misses with a body punch.
Gomes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kurri blocking some punches.
Gomes is pressed up against the cage. Kurri has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Gomes down to the mat. Gomes avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ronaldo Gomes 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#
Gomes rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kurri moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Gomes misses with a wild combination. #CL#
Gomes moves into the clinch.
Gomes lands a right hand.
Gomes misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gomes gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kurri.
Gomes misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Gomes lands a right hand.
Gomes misses with the head strike.
Kurri has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Gomes avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Kurri is breathing heavily.
Gomes pushes Kurri back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kurri blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Gomes.
Kurri has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Gomes avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Ronaldo Gomes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.#T2#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Gomes misses with a punch on the inside.
Kurri wants to take the fight to the mat but Gomes manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Gomes working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Gomes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Gomes lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kurri.
Kurri tries for a takedown. No joy.
Gomes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Gomes gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kurri. #T3#
Gomes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kurri is looking to take this one to the mat.
Gomes misses with a punch to the body.
Gomes swings wildly with an uppercut but Kurri uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gomes misses with a shot to the kidneys. #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.
A short body shot lands from Gomes as the two fighters clinch.
Kurri can't get the takedown.
Kurri prevents a body shot from Gomes.
Gomes scores with a shoulder strike.
Gomes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kurri swings wildly with an uppercut but Gomes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kurri lands with a light punch inside.
Gomes throws a head punch that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ronaldo Gomes dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Gomes scores with a jab to the jaw.#CL#
Kurri gets tackled into the cage by Gomes. Gomes maintains the clinch.
Kurri blocking some punches.
Gomes tries to work over Kurri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kurri tries for a takedown but Gomes manages to get underhooks.
Gomes lands a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gomes has a couple of punches blocked by Kurri.
Gomes swings wildly with an uppercut but Kurri uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kurri takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A head punch on the inside from Gomes fails to land. #T1#
Kurri throws a head punch that misses.
Kurri misses with a punch on the inside.
Kurri blocking some punches.
Kurri drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Gomes gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Gomes gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kurri.
Tatu Kurri has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ronaldo Gomes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kurri goes for a takedown attempt but Gomes pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #CL#
Gomes has Kurri up against the cage in a clinch.
Gomes misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right handed body shot lands from Gomes. #T3#
Kurri is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Gomes pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A nice right hand lands inside from Gomes.
A short uppercut from Gomes.
Kurri blocks an uppercut.
Kurri wants to take the fight to the mat but Gomes manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Ronaldo Gomes is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Gomes cracks Kurri with a nice body shot.
Gomes stops a takedown attempt from Kurri.
Gomes has a couple of punches blocked by Kurri.
Gomes misses with some punches. #T4#
A right hook to the body lands for Gomes.
Kurri is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Gomes gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Gomes prevents the takedown attempt.
Gomes working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A hook to the body from Gomes.
Gomes misses with a punch to the body.
Kurri misses with some punches.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kurri blocking some punches.
Gomes lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kurri backwards.
Gomes misses with the head strike.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ronaldo Gomes showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Gomes 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:24
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:24
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:25

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ronaldo Gomes!
In his post fight interview, Ronaldo Gomes started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Tatu Kurri was interviewed post fight and said 'ggwp'.

Event: WVT 88: Beukeboom v Motts
Date: Apr 07, 2023

#R1##TD#
Cubbedge looking to score a takedown here. Kurri is defending well but Cubbedge drives through and ends up in Kurri's guard.
Kurri trying to control the position here.
Cubbedge passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Cubbedge wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kurri keeps working.
Sloppy strikes there by Cubbedge .#SUB#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kurri has escaped the position, nice work there.
We've been hearing that Cubbedge has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Kurri is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge is looking to take a break and control but Kurri is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Cubbedge is putting a hurting on Kurri here, landing some big shots from side control. #T1#
You can see the frustration on Kurri's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kurri gets back to half guard.
Kurri gets full guard.
Cubbedge makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Cubbedge is stalling in the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cubbedge looking to pass the guard.
Cubbedge has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kurri keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully.
Cubbedge makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Cubbedge lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T2#
Cubbedge looking to sit in guard and control but Kurri gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Kurri is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Cubbedge escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kurri gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kurri is stalling in the full guard.
Cubbedge is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Cubbedge keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Cubbedge had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kurri defends it easily.#T3##SUB#
Cubbedge looking for a guillotine here but Kurri defends easily.
Kurri slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Cubbedge is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Cubbedge looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kurri passes Cubbedge 's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Kurri is just content to waste time from the top position. Cubbedge takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kurri is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kurri pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cubbedge is keeping the position for now.
Cubbedge striking off his back but it's not causing Kurri any problems.
Kurri stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cubbedge swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Cubbedge is pulling down on Kurri's head. It's preventing any offense from Kurri, at least for the moment.
Kurri passes into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cubbedge is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Cubbedge is trying to control but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Kurri shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Cubbedge is trying to defend but Kurri finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Kurri is trying to control. Cubbedge wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Cubbedge moves into full guard.
Cubbedge bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kurri's guard. #REVR#
Kurri is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurri looking to control. #T1#
Cubbedge content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Cubbedge passes into half guard.
Cubbedge looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Cubbedge landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Cubbedge trying to control the action but Kurri is working from the bottom.
Cubbedge is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kurri can do to turn this around?
Cubbedge throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Kurri to regain full guard.
Kurri trying to control the position.
Cubbedge stopping the sweep attempt from Kurri.
Cubbedge 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. #SUB2#
Kurri throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T2#
Cubbedge trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cubbedge tries to free his leg and advance position but Kurri is retaining full guard.
Cubbedge postures up.
Kurri is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Cubbedge slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Kurri keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Cubbedge swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Billy Cubbedge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Cubbedge closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Cubbedge has picked Kurri up - he's going for a ride! Cubbedge dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#T3#
Cubbedge thows a huge punch but Kurri dodges it nicely.
Cubbedge trying to control the pace.
Kurri moves into full guard.
Billy Cubbedge overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kurri controlling the position.
Cubbedge trying to control but Kurri is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cubbedge being controlled here momentarily.
Cubbedge working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Kurri looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Cubbedge with a nice head shot there.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Kurri has an active guard here but Cubbedge has managed to pass into half guard.
Cubbedge is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Cubbedge slips a nice elbow through Kurri's hands, connecting with Kurri's forehead.
Kurri has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Cubbedge is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Cubbedge keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kurri is trying to get back to full guard.
Cubbedge wants to control but Kurri is keeping him busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that second round.
That's time! Cubbedge 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Cubbedge lands with an uppercut that bounces Kurri off the cage and back into range.#CUT#It looks like Tatu Kurri has been cut.
Cubbedge just misses with a punch to the body. #TD#
Cubbedge scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB#
Cubbedge seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Kurri is defending against the submission attempts here by Cubbedge . #SUB#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura but Kurri is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Cubbedge to get the leverage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kurri manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kurri tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Cubbedge in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but Kurri keeps moving.
Cubbedge wants to pass the guard but Kurri is keeping the position.
Kurri 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#
Cubbedge is controlling Kurri's trapped leg to prevent Kurri from advancing to side control.
Kurri is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Cubbedge is wriggling around trying to escape.
Cubbedge gets back to half guard.
Kurri prevents Cubbedge from improving his position.
Kurri controlling the action here.
Tatu Kurri has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB2#
Kurri 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! Cubbedge is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: WVT 77: Machado v Halsti
Date: Mar 04, 2023

#R1#
Dunes misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Kurri counters with a single leg into guard. Dunes didn't expect that.
Dunes wants to stand but Kurri is controlling the position.
Kurri pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dunes is keeping the position for now.
Kurri advances to half guard.
Kurri with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but Dunes is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kurri to get the leverage.
Kurri controlling the pace.
Dunes looks like he's trying to stand up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Still in half guard, Kurri seems content to control.#ES#
Dunes manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Dunes misses the shot to the body.
Kurri is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T1##TD2#
Kurri looking to score a takedown here. Dunes is defending well but Kurri drives through and ends up in Dunes's guard.

Dunes manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Dunes misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dunes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kurri blocks an uppercut.
Kurri is working for takedown but Dunes is calmly controlling the position for now.
Kurri is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
With the fighters up against the cage, Dunes throws an elbow but misses.
Dunes working aggressively here.
Dunes misses with the head strike.
Kurri is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Dunes is defending well.
Slugger Dunes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.
Dunes misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dunes misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short uppercut from Dunes. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dunes can't find room to land a body shot as Kurri controls the action.
Kurri can't get the takedown.
Dunes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dunes tries to work over Kurri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kurri is looking for a takedown.
Dunes throws a head punch that misses.
Dunes tries to work over Kurri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch on the inside from Dunes fails to land.
Dunes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dunes lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short left from Dunes.
Kurri misses with the head strike.
Dunes misses with a punch on the inside. #T3#
Dunes makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Dunes lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kurri.
Dunes misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Dunes fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kurri.
Dunes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dunes lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kurri backwards.
Kurri goes for a takedown attempt but Dunes pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Kurri will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
The fighters circling - Dunes throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've been told by Dunes's head coaches at Champion Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
An inside leg kick lands from Dunes.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dunes.
Dunes connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#ROC#Kurri is rocked!
Kurri takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T4#
Dunes with a nice cross.
Kurri is still on wobbly legs! Can Dunes finish him?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dunes throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
and Kurri counters with a nice double leg into side control. Dunes won't be happy with that.
Kurri seems to have recovered his senses.
Dunes is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Kurri tries to move to mount but Dunes blocks the move with his legs.
Kurri prevents Dunes from escaping the position.#SUB2#
Kurri looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kurri advances nicely into full mount.
Dunes is in all sorts of trouble here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kurri tries to control but Dunes wriggling away.
Kurri takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Slugger Dunes 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#
A slow jab from Dunes misses its intended target.
Kurri drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Dunes defends it well.
A jab from Dunes misses.
Kurri throws a counter combo.
Kurri moves in looking to clinch but Dunes pushes him off.
Dunes thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kurri if he has to take too many more of those.
Kurri moves away from the strike by Dunes.
Dunes throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kurri sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dunes swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Kurri counters with a single leg into guard. Dunes didn't expect that.
Tatu Kurri has got the better of the ground game so far.#ES#
Dunes has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Kurri off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Dunes connects with the punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A big left from Dunes misses.
Kurri shoots in but no luck this time.
Dunes scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Dunes throws the left hand but Kurri avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Dunes scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dunes connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Dunes misses with a leg kick
and Kurri counters with a series of strikes. Dunes will be more careful next time no doubt.
A slow jab from Dunes misses its intended target.
Slugger Dunes is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dunes looks to land a left hand but Kurri moved out of range nicely.
Kurri slips under a jab from Dunes.
A nice inside leg kick there by Dunes. That's going to slow Kurri down.
Dunes throws a nice inside leg kick.
Dunes slips a jab and a cross from Kurri.
A punch combination from Kurri misses.
Slugger Dunes is winning the standup battle so far.
Dunes misses with a straight right.
Dunes motions for Kurri to come forward. Dunes throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A left lands for Dunes.#T2#
Dunes throws an overhand right that lands on Kurri's shoulder, as Kurri tries to avoid the shot.
Kurri drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Dunes defends it well.
Dunes catches Kurri with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Dunes throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Kurri counters with a shoot takedown. Dunes fights it but they end up in guard.
Kurri won't allow Dunes to get back to his feet.
Kurri 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.
Kurri passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Kurri trying to control the action but Dunes is working from the bottom.
Dunes wants to get back to his feet but Kurri drags him back down.
Dunes is not content to let Kurri control the position. #T3#
Dunes misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Dunes striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
Dunes is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kurri can do to turn this around?
Dunes throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land.
Dunes is trying to control Kurri's posture but Kurri avoids it.
Dunes is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Kurri has just dragged him back down to the mat.#SUB2#
Kurri goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Dunes has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Kurri but great work by Dunes.
Kurri struggling a bit here.
The strikes coming from Dunes are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T4#
Kurri wants to control but Dunes postures up.
Kurri is looking to reverse the position.
Kurri avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Dunes.
Kurri can't do much from the bottom here.
Dunes throws an elbow but Kurri slips to the side and avoids it well.
Kurri avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Dunes.
Kurri is looking to regain half guard here but Dunes keeps moving and retains side control.
Dunes creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Kurri sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SU#
Dunes stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Dunes lands with a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Slugger Dunes 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#
Dunes throws a series of punches but Kurri avoids them all with ease.
Dunes throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Kurri counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.

Dunes has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Kurri is on him like a limpet, forcing Dunes back against the cage.
Dunes pushes Kurri back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Dunes throws a head punch that misses.
Dunes misses with a punch on the inside.
Kurri blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dunes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dunes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Slugger Dunes has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Dunes softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dunes goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD2#
Kurri has clasped his hands together around Dunes's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.

Dunes bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#T1#
Dunes throws a shot to the body.
Dunes fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kurri has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Dunes misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kurri.
Kurri throws a counter combo.
Dunes throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Kurri counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB2#
Kurri is trying to get an arm triangle but Dunes is defending well.
Kurri trying to control the action but Dunes is working from the bottom.
Tatu Kurri has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Slugger Dunes is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kurri working away.#SUB2#
Kurri tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Dunes prevents Kurri from moving into mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dunes struggling a bit here.
Kurri misses with the ground and pound.#SUB2#
Kurri is trying to get an arm triangle but Dunes is defending well.
Kurri trying to control the position but Dunes is working away. #T3#
Dunes controls the position for a moment.
Kurri tries to advance to mount but Dunes denies him.
Dunes pushes Kurri away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Kurri gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Kurri trying to control the action but Dunes is working from the bottom.
Dunes tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
Dunes is not content to let Kurri control the position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Dunes can't do much from the bottom here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#CL2#
Kurri closes the distance and clinches.
Kurri is looking to take this one to the mat.
Kurri lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dunes lands a nice uppercut.
Dunes is working Kurri over against the cage.
Dunes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Dunes fails to land.
Kurri lands a right hand.
Dunes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Slugger Dunes showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Dunes, 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Slugger Dunes!
An out of breath Slugger Dunes thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
The defeated Tatu Kurri had this to say: 'ggwp'.

Event: WVT 46: Vunipola v Doisneau
Date: Nov 11, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Kurri rushes Justis and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kurri is looking to take this one to the mat.
Justis prevents a takedown attempt there.
Justis is trying to break the clinch but Kurri is controlling him.
Kurri blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Justis is leaning against Kurri and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Kurri gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Justis regains guard.
Kurri engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kurri is looking to advance position but Justis has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR##T1#
Kurri just holding on.#SU#
Justis get's back to his feet.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
The fighters circling - Justis throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL2#
Kurri has closed the distance and engaged Justis in a clinch.
Kurri looking for a takedown.
Logan Justis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.#BC#
Justis escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #TD2#
Kurri closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Justis's guard.#ES#
Justis manages to escape and get back to his feet. #T2##CL#
Justis has Kurri up against the cage in a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kurri.
Justis holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Kurri is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Justis taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #BC#
Justis breaks the clinch. #T3#
Justis sizes up Kurri with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kurri avoids the body shot from Justis.
Kurri drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Justis defends it well.
Nice takedown defense from Justis. No joy for Kurri on that attempt. #TD2#
Kurri shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Kurri stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Justis swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Justis is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kurri is controlling him.
Kurri is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T4#
Kurri stops Justis from standing up. #ES#
Justis pushes Kurri off and gets back to his feet.
Kurri tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Justis manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A quick step to the side and Justis tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#CL#
Justis fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kurri, pushing him back against the cage.
Kurri looking for a takedown.
Kurri has Justis pressed against the cage, preventing Justis from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Kurri is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Justis pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD2#
Kurri gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Justis regains guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Logan Justis 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#
Kurri with a lazy takedown attempt
and Justis makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Justis connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kurri momentarily. #CL2#
Kurri forces Justis back against the cage and clinches.
Kurri is working for takedown but Justis is calmly controlling the position for now.
Justis is struggling to control the position.
Justis struggles to land a body shot inside as Kurri controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri is working for takedown but Justis is calmly controlling the position for now.
Logan Justis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.#T1#
Kurri is trying to drag Justis to the mat but Justis just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Kurri is trying to drag Justis to the mat but Justis just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Justis stalling against the cage.
Justis is pressed up against the cage. Kurri has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Justis down to the mat. Justis avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kurri scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Justis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kurri can do to turn this around?
Kurri fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kurri tries to score a power double leg takedown but Justis sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kurri somewhat.
Justis lunges at Kurri with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kurri's hand. #T3#
Justis ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kurri lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Kurri keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL2#
Kurri has Justis up against the cage in a clinch. #TD#
Justis has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Kurri clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Kurri looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Justis wants to stand back up.
Kurri manages to reverse the position and now he's in Justis's guard. Nice work there by Kurri.
Justis being controlled here, momentarily.
Kurri won't allow Justis to get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kurri is pushing down on Justis's leg trying to pass to half guard. Justis is fighting to maintain full guard but Kurri has managed to sneak the leg through.#ES#
Justis kicks off Kurri and gets to his feet.
Justis swats away the attempt to clinch by Kurri.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Logan Justis dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Justis slips under a jab from Kurri.
Kurri tries to clinch up.
Justis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kurri drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Justis defends it well.
Kurri misses with a combination
and Justis counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Justis. Kurri does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kurri throws a counter combo.
Justis wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Justis throws a body shot but no joy.
Logan Justis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Justis. Kurri does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kurri ducks under a wild hook from Justis.
Kurri is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Justis avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nice defenses there by Kurri.#CL2#
Kurri gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Justis slowing the pace effectively.
Justis misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tatu Kurri has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kurri has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Justis seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Kurri can turn it around.#T2#
Kurri jumps guard but Justis turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Kurri has Justis pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Kurri pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Justis tumbling to the mat - Kurri dives into Justis's guard.
Kurri engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Logan Justis overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Justis wants to stand and escape but Kurri is having none of it.
Kurri trying to control but Justis is working from the bottom.
Kurri stops Justis from standing up.
Kurri pushing down on Justis's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T3#
Kurri sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Justis is trying to stand.
Kurri tries to pass the half guard into mount. Justis knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kurri trying to control from half guard but Justis is working away. #SUB2#
Justis is defending against the submission attempts here by Kurri.
Kurri performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #ES#
Justis has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Kurri is on him like a limpet, forcing Justis back against the cage.#T4#
Justis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Justis is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Kurri drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Justis gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Logan Justis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.
Justis displaying some good clinch control by pressing Kurri up against the cage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kurri is working for takedown but Justis is calmly controlling the position for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
Logan Justis showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Justis 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Logan Justis!
Logan Justis took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, FEEBLE FIGHTWEAR for their support in the buildup to the fight.
Tatu Kurri was interviewed post fight and said 'ggwp'.

Event: WVT 41: Motts v Veainu
Date: Oct 26, 2022

#R1#
Sharma connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kurri momentarily.
Kurri has a takedown stuffed.
Kurri checks a leg kick.
Kurri with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Sharma to counter with a crisp jab.
Sharma throws a looping overhand right but Kurri ducks down to avoid it.
Sharma leaves Kurri with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Rohith Sharma has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Sharma drops Kurri with a beautiful combination! Kurri stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Sharma is looking for the KO!#ROC#Kurri is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Tatu Kurri has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sharma misses with a straight left.
Kurri shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Sharma but Sharma pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T1#
Sharma connects with the punch.
Sharma looks to land a left hand but Kurri moved out of range nicely.
Kurri feints the counter takedown.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Sharma! Kurri is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rohith Sharma!
Rohith Sharma really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
The defeated Tatu Kurri had this to say: 'ggwp'.

Event: WVT 36: Maestre v Veainu
Date: Sep 30, 2022

#R1#
Kurri tries to clinch but Boone moves out of range.
Boone throws a looping overhand right but Kurri ducks down to avoid it.
Boone connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kurri. Kurri circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Boone misses with a looping right.
Kurri moves out of range of the leg kick from Boone.
Kurri half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Boone scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Boone throws a solid leg kick but Kurri takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Boone.
Kurri throws a big counter combination but Boone scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Boone misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Kurri decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Boone's guard.
Kurri postures up.
Kurri trying to control but Boone is working from the bottom.
Kurri is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T1#
Kurri trying to control the position from guard on top but Boone is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurri pushing down on Boone's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Kurri passes to full mount! #SUB#
Kurri is working for a guillotine from mount but Boone frees his head quite easily.
Kurri controlling from mount.
Kurri trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T2#
Boone wants to control but Kurri is having none of it.
Kurri trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boone wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Kurri sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
Kurri goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Boone turns into him and now he's in Kurri's guard. #T3##SUB#
Kurri is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Boone is aware though and is defending well.
Kurri wants to sweep but no luck.
Boone wanted to stand there but Kurri had control of the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kurri pulls Boone in close to his closed guard and prevents Boone from doing any damage or advancing position.
Kurri looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Boone has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Kurri is proving hard to escape from.
Kurri wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Boone is now in half guard.
Boone tries to stand and escape but Kurri is controlling the position.
Boone prevents Kurri from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kurri has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Boone is working away from the top position though.
Boone tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jackson Boone will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Boone throws the kick towards the body but Kurri avoids it.
Boone missing with a left hand there. Kurri was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boone misses with a shot to the body
and Kurri connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice shot by Boone.
Jackson Boone seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Kurri closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Boone to the mat! Boone manages to get full guard.
Kurri trying to control the position from guard on top but Boone is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boone is trying to keep Kurri in close.
Kurri 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boone bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kurri's guard. #REVB##T1#
Kurri has a closed guard, preventing Boone from standing up.
Kurri is trying to control the position but Boone postures up.
Kurri has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Kurri is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boone tries to stand but Kurri is controlling from the bottom.
Kurri wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Kurri has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Boone can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Boone really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kurri. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kurri tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Kurri is looking to cinch up a triangle. Boone throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Kurri's body to avoid the submission. Kurri has instead reached around Boone's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Kurri arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Tatu Kurri!
A relieved looking Tatu Kurri thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Jackson Boone was interviewed post fight and said 'donï¿½t let them put out the fayah thatï¿½s burnin inside yah'.

Event: SMASH: Chaos vs Dong
Date: May 20, 2022

#R1#
Voronov throws out a leg kick but Kurri moves out of range and Voronov only half commits.
Voronov slips a straight right by Kurri.
A left lands for Voronov.
Kurri lands a really nice looking cross but Voronov seems unphased.
A looping hook to the body misses from Voronov. Kurri does a little dance to reset his feet.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kurri darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Voronov missing with a left hand there. Kurri was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A lazy body kick from Kurri
and Voronov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kurri thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've been hearing reports that Kurri has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Kurri uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Voronov.
Nice defenses there by Kurri.#TD#
Kurri fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Voronov sprawls well initially but Kurri persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but Voronov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kurri to get the leverage.
Voronov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Voronov is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T1#
Kurri thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Voronov's head.
Kurri is looking to take a break and control but Voronov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kurri is looking to advance position but Voronov won't allow it.
Voronov is trying to stand back up but Kurri is controlling him
Voronov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kurri.
Kurri is trying to control. Voronov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #ES2#
Voronov pushes Kurri off and gets back to his feet.
Kurri on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Voronov. Voronov obviously looking to wear him down.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kurri - that will leave a mark! #T2#
Kurri uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Voronov.
It looked like Kurri wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kurri shoots in but no luck this time.
Voronov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD#
Kurri shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Voronov napping and manages to drive through into side control!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Voronov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#ES2#
Voronov throws Kurri to one side and escapes!
Voronov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kurri is out of range.
Voronov misses with a shot to the body
and Kurri counters with a stiff right hand.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Voronov 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 Kurri has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kurri and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kurri goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T3#
Voronov lands a really nice looking cross but Kurri seems unphased.
Voronov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kurri tries to counter with a takedown but Voronov is quick to defend against it.
Voronov throws a leg kick but Kurri checks it.
The crowd cheers as Kurri lands an impressive looking overhand right. Voronov doesn't seem phased though.
Voronov throws a looping overhand right but Kurri ducks down to avoid it.
Kurri drops down looking for a counter takedown but Voronov sprawls and moves away.
Kurri connects with a single shot there.#KD2#
Voronov drops Kurri with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Kurri looks back up at him and smiles so Voronov waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC2#Kurri is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Tatu Kurri has been cut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Voronov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kurri.
Oh Kurri is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kurri looks to throw the jab but Voronov is out of range.
Kurri seems to have got his legs back now.
Voronov avoids a kick to the body.
Yuri Voronov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Voronov misses with a wild body shot.
Voronov misses with a left hand #TD#
and Kurri counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Kurri stands and throws Voronov's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Kurri tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kurri has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T4##SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Voronov has escaped the position, nice work there.
Voronov wants to get back to his feet but Kurri drags him back down.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kurri tries to move to mount but Voronov blocks the move with his legs.
Voronov pushes Kurri away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Kurri gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Kurri cracks Voronov with a big right hand but Voronov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Voronov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Yuri Voronov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Tatu Kurri's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Voronov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kurri jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kurri connects with a jab.
Voronov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kurri under the eye.
Kurri misses with a right hand
and Voronov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kurri thinking.
Nice uppercut lands for Voronov. That snapped Kurri's head back.
Voronov slips a jab from Kurri.
Kurri misses with a series of wild punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri with a lazy takedown attempt
and Voronov counters with a straight right hand.
Kurri blocks a jab.
A big right from Voronov misses.
Voronov fakes the leg kick and cracks Kurri in the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Voronov scoring well with a low kick there. #T1#
Voronov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kurri.
Voronov drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Kurri right on the button. Kurri goes down! Voronov follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Voronov gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Yuri Voronov!
Yuri Voronov looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Im the king give me my belt '.
Tatu Kurri spoke after the fight, saying 'ggwp'.

Event: SMASH: Muller vs KillsInWater
Date: Apr 30, 2022

#R1#
Kluba dips to his left and cracks Kurri with an uppercut!#TD#
Kurri shoots in and gets a takedown into Kluba's guard.
Kluba is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kurri is controlling him.
Kurri looking to pass the guard.
Kluba looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kurri is one step ahead there.
Kluba avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Kurri drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Kluba dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Kluba lands a couple of decent looking shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kluba trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Kurri throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kurri trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Kurri manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kluba manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Kurri trying to control but Kluba is working from the bottom.
Kurri looking to pass the guard.
Kurri trying to control but Kluba is working from the bottom.
Kurri tries to free his leg and advance position but Kluba is retaining full guard. #T2#
Kluba looking to control.
Kurri wants to pass the guard but Kluba is keeping the position.
Kurri preventing the sweep.
Kluba is adopting a defensive guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES2#
Kluba has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Kurri off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Kluba misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kurri.
Kurri appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kurri throws a right hand that Kluba ducks under and follows up with a left that Kluba also avoids with ease.
Kluba now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kurri steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kluba.
Kluba throws a lazy right hand but Kurri sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kurri is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kluba takes one on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kurri shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kluba sprawls well. Kluba wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kurri gets slowly back to his feet.#T3#
Kluba misses with an uppercut. Kurri saw that one coming.
Kurri getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A big right from Kurri misses.
Despite the aggression on Kluba's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kluba swings for the body but Kurri moves out of range.
Kurri tries to counter by clinching up but Kluba breaks away and moves out of range.
Kluba defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kurri.
Kluba misses with a straight right.
Kluba stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kluba wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tatu Kurri. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kurri pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL#
Kluba tries to keep at a distance but Kurri has taken the fight into the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Kurri takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #T4#
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Kurri.#TD#
Kurri gets control of Kluba's arms and successfully pulls guard. Kurri will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Kluba connects with a couple of short punches.
Kluba trying to control but Kurri is working from the bottom.
Kluba must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kurri controls Kluba momentarily but Kluba frees himself.
Kluba scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kluba content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kluba wants to control from the top but Kurri keeps moving. #SUB#
Kurri is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kluba is aware though and is defending well.
Kluba showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Tatu Kurri will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Kluba keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kurri.
Kluba swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kurri looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kurri uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kluba.
Nice uppercut lands for Kurri. That snapped Kluba's head back.
Kluba misses with a series of wild punches.
Kurri missing with a left hand there. Kluba was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kluba is throwing punches like he's double parked. Oh my word! Huge right hand from Kluba shuts the power down on Kurri. Lights out, game over! Kluba is your winner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Sebastian Kluba!
A very excited looking Sebastian Kluba 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.
The defeated Tatu Kurri had this to say: 'ggwp'.

Event: SMASH: Borgia vs Kurri
Date: Apr 08, 2022

#R1#
Borgia cracks Kurri with a good jab.
Borgia steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kurri.
Kurri keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Borgia cracks Kurri with a right hand to the side of the head.
Borgia jabs Kurri right on the nose. Kurri blinks but takes it well.
A left lands for Kurri.#TD#
Borgia shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Borgia was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB#
Borgia working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Kurri gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kurri is trying to get back to full guard.
Borgia winds up and cracks Kurri with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kurri slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Borgia trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Kurri is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Borgia lands a couple of elbows.
Kurri is pulling down on Borgia's head. It's preventing any offense from Borgia, at least for the moment.
Borgia lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Borgia working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Borgia works over Kurri with some ground and pound from guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Kurri working for a triangle but Borgia defends it easily. #SUB2#
Kurri working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Borgia doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Borgia manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Borgia wants to control from the top but Kurri keeps moving. #T2#
Borgia postures up and lands a big shot to Kurri's brow. #SUB2#
Kurri throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Borgia trying to control but Kurri is working from the bottom.
Borgia looking to pass the guard.
Borgia is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Borgia stopping the sweep attempt from Kurri.#SUB2#
Kurri has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Borgia can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Borgia pushes down on Kurri's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Borgia takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T3##SUB2#
Kurri actively working from the bottom here.
Kurri has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Borgia is working away from the top position though.
Borgia lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Kurri is looking to control Borgia's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kurri avoid being mounted?
Borgia slips a nice elbow through Kurri's hands, connecting with Kurri's forehead.
Borgia 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 referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Borgia lands a nice short elbow.
Borgia is thwarting Kurri's attempts to control the position.
Borgia is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Kurri is not content to let Borgia control the position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Borgia connects with a nice short shot to Kurri's temple. #T4#
Kurri missing with punches from the bottom.
Borgia takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
Borgia is working for a submission of some sort.
Kurri is trying to get back to full guard.
Borgia working Kurri over with strikes.
Borgia looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Kurri taking some punishment here, with Borgia in his half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Borgia looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Borgia is thwarting Kurri's attempts to control the position.
Kurri is refusing to be controlled, as Borgia sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Kurri looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cesare Borgia dominated that round.
That's time! Borgia's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Borgia throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kurri stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#TD#
Borgia drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Borgia lands a nice forearm strike.
Borgia is chipping away with strikes. #SUB#
Borgia is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kurri has escaped the position, nice work there.
Kurri is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kurri sneaks back into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri wants to control but Borgia is keeping busy.
Cesare Borgia overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ground and pound from Borgia. #T1#
Kurri tries to get to full guard but Borgia has control of the leg.
Kurri taking some punishment here, with Borgia in his half guard.
Borgia is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kurri can do to turn this around?
Kurri trying to control here.
Borgia working over Kurri with some ground and pound. Kurri looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kurri works his way to full guard. Good work.
Borgia lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Borgia has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Kurri looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Borgia has picked Kurri up and slammed him! Kurri can't keep hold of the triangle and Borgia manages to pass to side control!
Kurri is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Borgia wants to control but Kurri is keeping him busy.
Borgia works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#T2#
Borgia trying to control the action but Kurri is working from the bottom.
Kurri is trying to control Borgia's posture but Borgia avoids it.
Borgia is chipping away with strikes.
Kurri takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Kurri regains half guard.
Kurri is not content to let Borgia control the position.
Borgia working over Kurri with some ground and pound. Kurri looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kurri is refusing to be controlled, as Borgia sits in half guard.
Borgia is nestled in close to Kurri, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Borgia lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Borgia trying to pass the guard but Kurri defending well. #T3##SUB2#
Kurri is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Borgia pulls his head out easily.
Kurri is staying active underneath Borgia, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Borgia is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kurri is just riding it out for now. Borgia eventually gives up the hold.
Kurri on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Borgia lands with a punch from half guard.
Kurri gets full guard.
Borgia scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#ROC#Kurri is rocked!
Borgia postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kurri is still in real trouble! Can Borgia finish him?
Borgia is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T4#
Kurri bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Borgia's guard. #REVB#
Kurri wants to control from the top but Borgia keeps moving.
Borgia manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kurri manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Borgia postures up.
Borgia landing some decent shots from guard.
Kurri bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Borgia's guard. #REVB#
Borgia managing to control the position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kurri is pushing down on Borgia's leg trying to pass to half guard. Borgia is fighting to maintain full guard but Kurri has managed to sneak the leg through.
Kurri seems to have recovered his senses.#SUB2#
Kurri wants to work for an arm triangle but Borgia is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kurri lands strikes from half guard.
Borgia regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kurri stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Borgia swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kurri engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Borgia 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#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cesare Borgia dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Borgia paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kurri takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kurri swinging wildly here.
Borgia ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kurri moves in looking to clinch but Borgia pushes him off.
Borgia looks to land a left hand but Kurri moved out of range nicely.
Kurri bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cesare Borgia seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Borgia tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kurri was well out of range. Poor timing from Borgia.
It seemed like Kurri was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri throws a combination. Borgia tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Kurri stuffs the takedown.#CL2#
Kurri has managed to clinch.
Kurri prevents Borgia from breaking the clinch.#T1#
Kurri blocks a body shot from Borgia.
Borgia tries to throw a body punch but Kurri avoids it by throwing Borgia back against the cage.
Borgia wants to take the fight to the mat but Kurri manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Borgia tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
I was talking to Borgia's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cesare Borgia. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Borgia tightens his grip and picks Kurri up, before dumping him to the ground. Kurri manages to land in guard.
Borgia tries to free his leg and advance position but Kurri is retaining full guard.
Kurri throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Borgia wants to control from the top but Kurri keeps moving.
Kurri is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Kurri working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Borgia doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Borgia manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2#
Kurri wants to sweep but no luck.
Borgia distracts Kurri with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Borgia is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Borgia is in close to Kurri's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Borgia wants to control from the top but Kurri keeps moving.
Borgia postures up and lands a big shot to Kurri's brow.
Borgia lands a couple of digs.
Kurri is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Borgia is in close to Kurri's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kurri controls Borgia momentarily but Borgia frees himself.
Borgia chips away with some ground and pound.#T3#
Borgia postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB2#
Kurri is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Borgia wants to control from the top but Kurri keeps moving.
Kurri striking off his back but it's not causing Borgia any problems.
Cesare Borgia is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kurri wants to sweep but no luck.
Kurri is trying to control the position but Borgia postures up. #SUB2#
Kurri working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Borgia doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Borgia manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Borgia looking to pass the guard.
Kurri looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kurri throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Borgia engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Kurri looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Borgia sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Kurri throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kurri takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kurri striking off his back but it's not causing Borgia any problems. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Borgia shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Borgia was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Tatu Kurri has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Borgia wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kurri keeps working.
Borgia takes a little break here. Kurri wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cesare Borgia showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Borgia, 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 Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cesare Borgia!
Cesare Borgia decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Tatu Kurri spoke after the fight, saying 'ggwp'.

Event: SMASH: Chaos vs Bissainthe
Date: Mar 18, 2022

#R1#
Kurri will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kurri throws an off balance right hand
enabling Kluba to counter with a crisp jab.
Kurri lands a glancing blow to the side of Kluba's head.
Kurri misses with a two punch combination.
Kluba was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#TD2#
Kurri shoots in and gets a takedown into Kluba's guard.
Kurri slips nicely into half guard.
Kurri missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kurri missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Kurri is working for a submission of some sort.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kluba preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Kluba is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kurri's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kurri's back!#T1#
Kluba has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Kurri's body.
Kluba is hanging on to Kurri's back as he tries to escape.
Kluba struggling to keep hold of the position.
Kluba scores with punches to the body.
Kurri has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kurri staying busy and making it hard for Kluba to control.
Kurri looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Kurri tries to escape the position. #T2#
Kluba is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Kluba gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Kluba gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Kluba apologises and we restart here on the feet.
Kluba throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kurri throws out a counter right but Kluba avoids it with no problem.
Sebastian Kluba is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kluba moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kurri scores with a sloppy right hand. Kluba should have avoided that one.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kurri. Kluba does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kurri scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kurri wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kurri lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CUT2#It looks like Sebastian Kluba has been cut.
Kurri misses with a left hand
and Kluba cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kurri shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Kluba cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3##TD2#
Kurri decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Kluba makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kluba.
Kurri trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kluba pulls Kurri in close to prevent any damage.
Kurri wants to control from the top but Kluba keeps moving.
Kluba manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kurri manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kurri controls Kluba momentarily but Kluba frees himself.
Kluba with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kluba lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kluba stopping the sweep attempt from Kurri.#T4#
Kurri throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Kluba chips away with some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kluba trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurri wants to sweep here but Kluba controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Kurri looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kurri looking to control but Kluba passes into half guard.
Kurri flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Kluba seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kluba lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Kluba is keen to just control but Kurri is a slippery customer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sebastian Kluba will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sebastian Kluba's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Kurri staying out of range there.
Good standup being displayed there by Kluba as he connects with a hook.#CUT#It looks like Tatu Kurri has been cut.
Kluba displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kurri throws out the jab.
Kluba just misses with a punch to the body.
Kurri's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kluba connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kurri scrambles back to his feet.#TD2#
Kurri throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Kluba was covering up waiting for the punch and Kurri finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Kurri tries to free his leg and advance position but Kluba is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri is still trying to improve position.
Kurri trying to control the position from guard on top but Kluba is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kluba has control of Kurri's left arm, preventing Kurri from doing any damage. #T1#
Kurri stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kluba swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kurri trying to control but Kluba is working from the bottom.
Kluba wants to sweep but no luck.
Kluba keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully.
Kluba keeping full guard, as Kurri tries to pass.
Sebastian Kluba overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kluba looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kurri trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kurri accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kurri tries to free his leg and advance position but Kluba is retaining full guard.
Kurri won't allow Kluba to sweep him here.
Kurri wants to control from the top but Kluba keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kurri connects with a right hand. Kluba shakes it off.
Kurri is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A slow jab from Kurri misses its intended target.
Kluba swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Decent striking displayed by Kurri there.
A slow jab from Kluba misses its intended target.
Kluba keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kurri. Kluba does a little dance to reset his feet.
Donk. Kurri catches Kluba right on the button with a cross.
Kluba throws a body shot but no joy.
Kurri throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kurri takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kurri moves out of range of the strikes.
Kurri slips a straight right by Kluba.
Kluba looks to land a right hand but Kurri moved out of range.
Nice body punch from Kluba.
Kurri goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Kurri swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
No luck for Kurri with that takedown attempt.
A quick step to the side and Kluba tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kluba looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD2#
Kurri shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kluba napping and manages to drive through into side control!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
You can see the frustration on Kluba's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kluba prevents Kurri from moving into mount.
Kluba is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Kluba is looking for a sweep.
Kluba wants to control but Kurri postures up.
Kurri tries to move to mount but Kluba blocks the move with his legs.
Kluba tries to bench press Kurri off him but Kurri keeps the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tatu Kurri showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Kluba misses the jab.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kurri.
Kurri has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kurri takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kluba throws out a loose jab but Kurri uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kluba ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kluba throws a right hand that Kurri ducks under and follows up with a left that Kurri also avoids with ease.
Kurri throws a combination that misses
and Kluba counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kurri misses with a double jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Kurri bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kurri! But no joy.
Kurri looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Good exchange - Kurri coming out on top.#T1#
Kurri scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kurri swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Kluba to counter with a crisp jab.
Kurri thuds his right hand into Kluba's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kluba throws a jab but it's blocked by Kurri. #CL2#
Kurri forces Kluba back against the cage and clinches.
Kluba is trying to maintain a safe position but Kurri gets an underhook and turns Kluba into the cage.#TD2#
Kurri is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Kluba can't fight it off and eventually Kurri manages to take the fight to the floor. Kluba looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Kurri passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Kluba is trying to get back to half guard.
Kluba regains half guard.#T2#
Kluba is looking for a sweep. Kurri is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kluba trying to control from the bottom.
Kurri stops Kluba from getting back to his feet. #SUB2#
Kurri is working for a kimura but Kluba is defending it quite comfortably.
Kluba is trying to stand up here but Kurri is controlling him well.
Kluba is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Kurri 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.
Kluba is controlling Kurri's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T3##SUB2#
Kurri is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a kimura here.
Kurri not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kluba is trying to control but can't.
Kurri wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kluba keeps working.
Kurri works his way into full mount!
Kurri fails to advance to Kluba's back.
Kluba working to try and regain half guard.
Kluba is working hard here to advance position.
Kurri is landing with some decent strikes but Kluba is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Kurri looking to control but Kluba is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: SMASH: Face vs Floyd
Date: Feb 11, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Kurri gets tackled into the cage by Smith. Smith maintains the clinch.
Smith throws an elbow but it misses.
Smith tries a body shot but Kurri blocks it.
Smith swings wildly with an uppercut but Kurri uses good head movement to avoid it.
Smith creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Kurri's defenses. #CUT2#It looks like Tatu Kurri has been cut.
Smith misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Smith has a couple of punches blocked by Kurri.
Kurri prevents a body shot from Smith.
A hook to the body from Smith.
Kurri is looking for a takedown.
Smith throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith managing to block the knees to the body from Kurri.
Smith tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Smith avoiding damage as Kurri throws knees to the body.
Kurri slowing the pace effectively.
Kurri is struggling to control the position.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Kurri for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
We've been informed that Smith 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.
Smith lands an elbow that stopped Kurri in his tracks for a moment. #T1#
Kurri takes an elbow to the forehead.
Kurri prevents a body shot from Smith.
Smith can't find room to land a body shot as Kurri controls the action. #BC2#
Smith's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Smith gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Smith creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Smith misses with a hook from the clinch.
Smith lands a left hand.
Smith misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Smith throws an elbow but it's blocked.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Smith misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Smith tries to work over Kurri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Smith lands a body shot.
Kurri blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Smith working aggressively here. #BC#
Kurri breaks from the clinch.
Smith defending well as Kurri loads up on a big left hand.
Kurri works the jab nicely.
Kurri jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Smith tries to clinch but Kurri is having none of it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kurri keeps the fight on the outside.
Kurri scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Smith avoids a kick to the body.
Kurri on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL2#
Smith fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kurri, pushing him back against the cage.
Smith pushes off an throws an elbow but Kurri leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Smith swings wildly with an uppercut but Kurri uses good head movement to avoid it.
Smith creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Kurri's defenses. #T3##BC#
Kurri pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Smith fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kurri manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Smith moves into the clinch successfully.
Smith doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Smith.
Smith throws a punch but it's blocked by Kurri.
Smith throws an elbow that misses.
Smith struggles to land a body shot inside as Kurri controls his hands.
Smith leaning against his opponent. #BC#
Kurri manages to break the clinch.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kurri, as that shot connected.
Smith wants to clinch.#CL2#
Smith rushes Kurri and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T4#
Smith doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Smith tries to throw a body punch but Kurri avoids it by throwing Smith back against the cage.
Smith tries a body shot but Kurri blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Smith fails to land.
Kurri blocks an uppercut.
Smith lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kurri.
Smith presses Kurri against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smith throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Smith can't find room to land a body shot as Kurri controls the action.
The referee calls for Kurri to work.
Smith pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#BC#
Kurri breaks the clinch.
Smith is looking to clinch but Kurri is avoiding it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chad Smith dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tatu Kurri's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Smith is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL2#
Smith takes the fight into the clinch.
Kurri stalling in the clinch. #BC2#
Smith manages to break the clinch.
Kurri takes one on the button.
Smith connects with a single shot there.
Smith tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kurri swats away the attempt to clinch by Smith.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Kurri finds it's way through Smith's defenses.
Tatu Kurri is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Smith closes the distance and pushes Kurri back into the cage.
Smith misses with some punches.
Smith goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T1#
Smith working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kurri blocks an elbow strike from Smith.
Smith lands a body punch.
Smith misses with some punches.
A short left from Kurri.
Smith throws an elbow but it's blocked. #BC#
Kurri manages to break the clinch.
Smith tries to clinch up.
Chad Smith seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kurri is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Smith throws a jab when Kurri was well out of range.
Smith has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kurri slips a jab from Smith.
Kurri misses with a hook.
Kurri uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Smith.
Kurri bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A shot to the liver by Smith. Beautiful body shot.
Smith connects with a body shot.#T2#
Kurri wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kurri works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Smith slips a jab and a cross from Kurri.
Kurri staying out of range there.
Smith tries to clinch there but Kurri circles away.
No joy there for Kurri, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kurri looks to land a right hand but Smith moved out of range.
Chad Smith is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Kurri has closed the distance and engaged Smith in a clinch.
Smith lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kurri backwards.
Smith lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Smith throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kurris head.
Kurri blocking some punches.
Smith misses with a punch to the body.
Smith is trying to break free.
Smith misses with a hook to the ribs.
Smith lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kurri.#T3#
Smith misses with a punch to the body.
Smith misses with a body punch.
Kurri wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Smith swings wildly with an uppercut but Kurri uses good head movement to avoid it.
Smith blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smith misses with a hook to the ribs. #TD#
Kurri pulls Smith into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kurri is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Smith's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SU2#
Smith gets to his feet. Kurri looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Decent striking displayed by Smith there.
Smith scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Smith ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kurri ducks under a wild hook from Smith.
Smith blocks a jab.
Kurri connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Smith momentarily.
A big left from Smith misses.
Smith misses with a wild body shot.
Smith scores with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Smith moves into the clinch successfully.
Nice body punch from Smith - that landed with a thud. #BC2#
Smith manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Kurri clinches up with Smith and pushes him back against the cage.
Kurri missing with knees to the body.
Smith tries to throw a body punch but Kurri avoids it by throwing Smith back against the cage.
Kurri has Smith pushed against the cage.
Smith scores with a shot to the side of Kurri's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chad Smith showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Tatu Kurri's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. 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#
Smith circles away from the clinch attempt.
Smith jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kurri misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Smith counters with a nice uppercut.
Kurri pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #KD2#
Smith lands a left and a right that send Kurri crashing to the mat, dazed. Smith thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Kurri is rocked!
Smith drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Kurri right on the button. Kurri goes down! Smith follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Smith gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chad Smith!
Chad Smith gave a mention to FUClothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
Tatu Kurri spoke after the fight, saying 'ggwp'.

Event: SMASH: Choke vs Sonni
Date: Jan 12, 2022

#R1#
Askren swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kurri slips under a jab.
Kurri with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Askren misses with a body shot.
Kurri throws a jab but it's blocked by Askren.
Askren throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kurri is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Askren punishes Kurri's body with a nice straight punch.
Askren checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kurri misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Askren wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Askren swings for the body but Kurri moves out of range.
Kurri clobbers Askren with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren misses with a wild body shot.
Askren just misses with a punch to the body.
Askren on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kurri doesn't manage to clinch there - Askren circles away. #TD2#
Askren tries to sprawl but Kurri drives through with a takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Kurri is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T1#
Askren is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kurri's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kurri's back!
Askren is hanging on to Kurri's back as he tries to escape.
Askren doesn't have the hooks in and Kurri manages to turn into his guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kurri trying to control but Askren is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Askren is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kurri defends well.
Askren pulls Kurri in close to prevent any damage.
Kurri working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T2##SUB#
Askren is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Askren seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Kurri trying to control the position from guard on top but Askren is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Askren pulls Kurri in close to prevent any damage.
Askren not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kurri works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Kurri seems to be looking for submissions.
Kurri wants to pass to mount but Askren is defending the position.
Kurri is looking to take a break and control but Askren is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3##SUB2#
Kurri is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Askren sees it coming and defends easily.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Askren is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kurri's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kurri's back!
Askren is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Kurri just trying to survive but Askren is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Kurri is trying to break free.
Kurri breaks Askren's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Kurri wants to control from the top but Askren keeps moving.
Askren controls Kurri momentarily but Kurri frees himself. #T4#
Askren seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kurri with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kurri trying to control but Askren is working from the bottom.
Kurri forces his way into half guard.
Askren is refusing to be controlled, as Kurri sits in half guard.
Askren won't allow Kurri to pass to mount.
Askren is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kurri's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kurri's back!
Kurri manages to reverse the position and now he's in Askren's guard. Nice work there by Kurri.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tatu Kurri dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Kurri blocks a jab.
Askren scores with a nice strike.
Kurri on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Askren misses with a body shot.
Askren throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And Kurri tries to counter it with a takedown but Askren pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Askren is looking to wear down Kurri with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Askren throws a hook but Kurri blocks it.
Askren lands a jab.
Askren avoids a punch combination nicely.
Askren checks the leg kick nicely there.
Askren throws a hook to the side of Kurri's head but Kurri sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Askren on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Askren slips a straight right by Kurri.
Kurri avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kurri is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Some wild striking there from Askren. #T1#
Kurri lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Askren misses with a hook. Kurri ducked under it nicely.
Askren fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kurri manages to avoid it.
Askren looks to score with a jab to the body but Kurri is just out of range.
Askren swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Askren misses with the combination.
Matt Askren is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kurri misses with a hook. Askren ducked under it nicely.
Askren throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kurri sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Askren throws the left hand but Kurri avoids the punch easily.
Askren avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
Kurri gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Askren misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Askren lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Kurri prevents a body shot from Askren.
Askren swings wildly with an uppercut but Kurri uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kurri taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Askren.
Kurri lands a right hand that snaps the head of Askren backwards.
Askren stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC2#
Kurri breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #TD2#
Kurri shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Kurri not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kurri stands and throws Askren's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kurri tries to move to mount but Askren blocks the move with his legs. #T3##SUB2#
Kurri tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Kurri working away.
Askren is not content to let Kurri control the position. #SUB2#
Kurri working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Kurri wants to lay and pray for a moment but Askren keeps working. #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.
Askren is trying to improve his position.
Askren sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Kurri is looking to advance position but Askren won't allow it.
Askren is looking to improve his position.
Askren is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Kurri is trying to work for a kimura but Askren is defending well. #SUB2#
Askren makes his way to full guard, as Kurri worked for a kimura.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Matt Askren will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kurri scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Kurri is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Askren's half guard.
Askren is trying to get back to full guard.
Tatu Kurri has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Kurri is working for a kimura but Askren is defending it quite comfortably.
Askren keeping control of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Kurri is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T1#
Askren holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a kimura here.
Askren is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Kurri seems to be working for a kimura but Askren defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Kurri 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. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kurri is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Askren is working to get back to half guard.
Kurri landing shots from mount. #SUB2#
Kurri moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Askren has worked his arm free - good work by Askren!
Askren manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T3#
Kurri seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Askren does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Kurri seems to be working for a kimura but Askren defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but Askren is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kurri to get the leverage.
Askren blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kurri.
Kurri performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB2#
Kurri is working for a kimura but Askren is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are battling for position here. Askren manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Askren can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kurri controls the pace.
Kurri looking to pass the guard.
Askren preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Askren tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kurri trying to control the position from guard on top but Askren is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kurri looking to sit in guard and control but Askren gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Kurri keeping full guard, as Askren tries to pass.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tatu Kurri comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kurri 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: SMASH: Kapisi vs Floyd 2
Date: Dec 01, 2021

#R1#
Kurri bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kurri drops down looking for a counter takedown but Steve sprawls and moves away.
Steve 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.
Steve misses with a hook to the body #TD#
and Kurri counters with a shoot takedown. Steve fights it but they end up in guard. #SUB#
Kurri thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Kurri drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Steve dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Kurri looking for a sweep. Not yet Kurri, not yet.
Steve wants to stand but Kurri is controlling his posture from full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Steve got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kurri has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Steve has managed to get both his arms back between Kurri's legs - danger averted.#T1##SU2#
Steve stands and steps away. Kurri gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Steve misses with a body shot. #CL2#
Steve forces Kurri back against the cage and clinches.
Steve doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Steve tries a body shot but Kurri blocks it.
Steve misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kurri is trying to drag Steve to the mat but Steve just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC2#
Steve breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Steve throws a body shot but no joy.
Steve misses with a wild body shot.
Kurri tries to counter with a takedown but Steve is quick to defend against it.#T2##TD#
Kurri shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Kurri showed some decent athleticism there.
Steve wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Kurri is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Steve doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kurri. #SUB#
Kurri wants to work for an arm triangle but Steve is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Steve is trying to stand up here but Kurri is controlling him well. #T3#
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#SUB#
Kurri seems to be working for a kimura but Steve defends the submission attempt.
Kurri looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Steve with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB#
Kurri 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. #SUB#
Steve is defending against the submission attempts here by Kurri. #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.#SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Steve defends it well.
Kurri prevents Steve from standing back up. #SUB#
Kurri wants to work for an arm triangle but Steve is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Kurri is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Steve wants to get back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
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 Tatu Kurri will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Steve swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kurri is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Steve.
Kurri changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Steve tries to avoid it but Kurri manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Steve to the ground. Steve escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Steve now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Steve throws a body kick that misses.
Steve throws a hook but Kurri blocks it.
Kurri half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kurri shoots for a takedown but Steve saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A big right from Kurri misses.
Steve throws out a counter right but Kurri avoids it with no problem.
Steve fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kurri is out of range.
Kurri feinted with a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri misses with a takedown
and Steve counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tatu Kurri. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kurri throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Steve's waist but Steve gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kurri off to one side. #T1#
Steve misses with a straight left.
Kurri dives in for a single leg takedown but Steve sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Steve tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Steve pushes Kurri back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kurri wants a takedown but no success here.
Kurri wants a takedown but no success here.
Steve fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Steve breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Steve has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Steve fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kurri manages to avoid it.
Steve lands a nice looking body shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Steve.
Steve takes a swing at Kurri's ribcage but misses.
Jay Steve seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Kurri keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL#
Kurri instigates a clinch.
Steve misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kurri tries to score a body lock takedown but Steve shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Steve tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Steve doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kurri blocks a body shot from Steve.
I was talking to Kurri's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Steve lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kurri backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Steve throws a head punch that misses.
Steve tries a body shot but Kurri blocks it.
A short right from Steve.
Kurri prevents a body shot from Steve.
Steve tries to work over Kurri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A left hand lands to the body for Steve.
Kurri blocks an uppercut. #T3#
Kurri has Steve pressed against the cage.
Steve can't find room to land a body shot as Kurri controls the action.
Steve working aggressively here. #BC2#
Steve breaks from the clinch.
Jay Steve is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Steve tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kurri was well out of range. Poor timing from Steve.
Kurri tries to land a front kick but Steve steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#TD#
Steve gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Kurri to score an easy takedown into full guard.

Steve has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Kurri is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Kurri wants a takedown.
Kurri is trying to drag Steve to the mat but Steve just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#T4#
Kurri changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Steve fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Steve scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kurri doesn't seem bothered though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Steve fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kurri moves away from the strike by Steve.
Steve lands a nice hook to Kurri's body. Kurri takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kurri shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Steve defends it nicely.
A nice side step and Steve releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jay Steve showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
A telegraphed right hand from Steve misses the target. #CL#
Kurri clinches with his opponent.
Steve lands a shot to the body.
Kurri is trying to maintain a safe position but Steve gets an underhook and turns Kurri into the cage.
Steve lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Steve lands with a left to the head.
Steve on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kurri blocks a body shot from Steve.
Still in the clinch, Steve scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jay Steve seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Steve lands with a short shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steve lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kurri prevents a body shot from Steve.
Kurri wants a takedown but no success here.
Steve struggles to land a body shot inside as Kurri controls his hands.
Steve tries to work over Kurri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Steve works on Kurri's body with a couple of short punches.#T1#
A short right from Steve on the inside.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Steve digs a right hand underneath Kurri's ribcage. Kurri let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Steve tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kurri's elbow. #BC2#
Steve manages to break the clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Steve. Kurri does a little dance to reset his feet.
Steve misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kurri counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The fighters circling - Steve throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kurri attempts a counter takedown but Steve avoids it well and moves away.
Steve misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kurri. #CL2#
Steve has closed the distance and engaged Kurri in a clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Steve.
Steve working aggressively here.
Kurri goes for a takedown attempt but Steve pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #T2#
Kurri uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Steve.
Steve slaps away a takedown attempt from Kurri, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tatu Kurri. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Kurri closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Steve to the mat! Steve manages to get full guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#ES2#
Steve is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Steve throws a head punch that misses.
Steve misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Steve breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Steve pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T3#
Steve lands the left hand.
Steve swings for the body but Kurri moves out of range.
Steve tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kurri was well out of range. Poor timing from Steve.
Steve misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Steve thows a leg kick but Kurri checks it #TD#
and Kurri counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.

Steve pushes Kurri off and gets back to his feet.
Steve tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kurri manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kurri attempts a counter takedown but Steve avoids it well and moves away.
Kurri shoots in looking for a takedown. Steve tries to sprawl out of it but Kurri keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Steve manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T4#
Steve tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kurri was well out of range. Poor timing from Steve.
Kurri feinted with a counter takedown.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kurri misses with a looping left.
Steve scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#TD#
Kurri is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Steve's half guard.#ES2#
Steve makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Steve displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Kurri defending well as Steve loads up on a big left hand.
Kurri drops down looking for a counter takedown but Steve sprawls and moves away.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jay Steve!
Jay Steve was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
Tatu Kurri spoke after the fight, saying 'ggwp'.

Event: SMASH:25
Date: Oct 29, 2021

#R1#
Andrianov throws a body punch but Kurri moves out of range. #TD#
Andrianov gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Kurri to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Kurri definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kurri prevents Andrianov from getting back to his feet. #ES2#
Andrianov pushes Kurri off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Kurri misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Andrianov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kurri tries to clinch up.
Kurri uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
Kurri tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Andrianov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Andrianov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Andrianov throws a right hand that Kurri ducks under and follows up with a left that Kurri also avoids with ease.
Kurri changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Andrianov scores with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kurri ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Kurri uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
Kurri feinted with a counter takedown.
Andrianov lands with a nice combination. Kurri backs away looking to recover.#T1#
Kurri shoots for a takedown but Andrianov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Andrianov misses.
Andrianov leaves Kurri with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tatu Kurri. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Andrianov slips a straight right by Kurri.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Kurri shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Andrianov looks to land a right hand but Kurri moved out of range.
Andrianov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A left lands for Andrianov.
Kurri defending well as Andrianov loads up on a big left hand.
Andrianov throws out a loose jab but Kurri uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL2#
Andrianov closes the distance and pushes Kurri back into the cage.
Kurri has Andrianov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Andrianov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T2#
Kurri wants to clinch up but Andrianov keeps it at a distance.
A swing and a miss from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut. #TD#
Andrianov gets caught napping as Kurri dives in and scores a takedown. Andrianov manages to retain guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kurri pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Andrianov is keeping the position for now.
Andrianov wants to stand but Kurri is controlling the position.
Andrianov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #ES2#
Andrianov uses the cage to get back to his feet. #TD#
Kurri closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Kurri prevents Andrianov from improving his position.#T3#
Andrianov is trying to stand up here but Kurri is controlling him well.
Andrianov told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Kurri is working for a submission of some sort.
Andrianov tries to kick Kurri off but Kurri keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Kurri is looking to take a break and control but Andrianov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Kurri 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. #SUB#
Kurri wants to work for an arm triangle but Andrianov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Kurri seems to be looking for submissions.
Andrianov tries to get to full guard but Kurri has control of the leg. #SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Kurri is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Andrianov is just riding it out for now. Kurri eventually gives up the hold.
Andrianov tries to roll over but Kurri keeps him under control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov 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#
Andrianov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kurri.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Andrianov!
Andrianov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kurri takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Kurri moves out of range.
Andrianov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kurri fails to land the takedown.
Andrianov 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2#
and Andrianov moves into the clinch.
Andrianov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kurri controls his hands.
Andrianov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov pushes Kurri back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1##BC2#
Andrianov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kurri uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
Nice body punch from Andrianov.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kurri shoots in and drives through. Andrianov sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tatu Kurri. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kurri uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
The fighters circling - Andrianov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kurri half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Andrianov misses with a hook.
The fighters circling - Andrianov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kurri tries to counter with a takedown but Andrianov is quick to defend against it.
Kurri staying out of range there.
Kurri ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Kurri tries to clinch but Andrianov moves out of range.
Andrianov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kurri avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Kurri shoots for a takedown but Andrianov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kurri shoots for a double leg takedown but Andrianov sprawls well. He's pushed Kurri's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Kurri misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kurri dives in for a single leg takedown but Andrianov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Andrianov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kurri with a body shot.
Andrianov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kurri blocking some punches.
Andrianov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kurri is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Andrianov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses.
Andrianov has a couple of punches blocked by Kurri.
Andrianov prevents Kurri from breaking the clinch.
Andrianov tries to throw a body punch but Kurri avoids it by throwing Andrianov back against the cage.
Andrianov avoiding damage. #T3#
Andrianov misses with the head strike.
Kurri has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Andrianov after a bit of a struggle. #BC2#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ivan Andrianov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kurri doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Andrianov counters with a straight right hand.
Andrianov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Andrianov misses with a looping left.
Andrianov misses with a looping right.#CL#
Kurri forces Andrianov back against the cage and clinches.
Andrianov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov digs a right hand into Kurri's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kurri's gas tank.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kurri.
Kurri has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Andrianov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T4#
A right hand to the body from Andrianov. #TD#
Kurri is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Andrianov can't fight it off and eventually Kurri manages to take the fight to the floor. Andrianov looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES2#
Andrianov pushes Kurri off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andrianov missing with a left hand there. Kurri was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice uppercut there from Andrianov.
Andrianov cracks Kurri with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Andrianov swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Kurri counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Kurri scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kurri tries to free his leg and advance position but Andrianov is retaining full guard.
Kurri stops Andrianov from standing up. #ES2#
Andrianov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! 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#
Kurri tries to clinch there but Andrianov circles away.
Kurri is looking to clinch.
Andrianov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Andrianov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A slow jab from Andrianov misses its intended target.
Andrianov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kurri at a distance.
Andrianov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kurri takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Andrianov swats away the attempt to clinch by Kurri.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov cracks Kurri with a right hand to the side of the head.
A jab from Andrianov misses.
Kurri attempts a counter takedown but Andrianov avoids it well and moves away.
Andrianov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kurri.#T1#
Andrianov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kurri appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kurri fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Andrianov wants to counter with a clinch but Kurri pushes him away.
A swing and a miss from Andrianov.#CL2#
Andrianov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Andrianov breaks from the clinch.
Andrianov throws a jab but it's blocked by Kurri.
A swing and a miss from Andrianov.
Kurri drops down looking for a counter takedown but Andrianov sprawls and moves away.
Andrianov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kurri - that will leave a mark!
Andrianov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kurri circles away quickly and effectively.
Andrianov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CL2#
Andrianov has closed the distance and engaged Kurri in a clinch.
Andrianov avoiding damage as Kurri throws knees to the body. #T2#
Kurri wants to take the fight to the mat but Andrianov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Andrianov lands an uppercut.
Andrianov has had enough of the clinch but Kurri keeps him there for the moment.
Andrianov misses with a body punch.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kurri misses with a body punch.
Kurri is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andrianov tries to work over Kurri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kurri misses with a punch to the body.
Andrianov misses with a body punch.
Kurri can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tatu Kurri. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Andrianov misses with some punches.
Andrianov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kurri backwards. #T3#
Andrianov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Andrianov manages to break the clinch.
Kurri fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL2#
Andrianov closes the distance and clinches.
Andrianov misses with some punches.
Andrianov is stalling here. #BC2#
Andrianov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Kurri closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Andrianov quickly recovers to half guard.#ES2#
Andrianov pushes Kurri off and gets back to his feet.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Ivan Andrianov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Andrianov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrianov throws a shot from downtown. Kurri moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Kurri tries to keep at a distance but Andrianov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Andrianov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Andrianov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #TD#
Kurri tightens his grip and picks Andrianov up, before dumping him to the ground. Andrianov manages to land in guard.

Andrianov wriggles free and stands up.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Andrianov!
Tatu Kurri spoke after the fight, saying 'ggwp'.

Event: SMASH: Cassino vs Dillbrandt
Date: Sep 25, 2021

#R1##CL#
Netti pushes Kurri up against the cage in a clinch.
Kurri is looking for a takedown.
Kurri is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Netti gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC#
Netti breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #TD#
Netti scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SU#
Netti decides to take the fight back to the feet. #TD#
Netti closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Kurri tries to roll over but Netti keeps him under control.
Kurri is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Netti wants to stand up but Kurri has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Netti definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Netti 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. #T1#
Kurri is trying to control but can't.
Kurri moves into full guard.
Netti throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Netti throws a big elbow that misses.
Netti tries to stand but Kurri is controlling from the bottom.
Netti in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Netti wants to control from the top but Kurri keeps moving.
Kurri 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.
Netti is looking to work some ground and pound but Kurri has wrist control.#SUB2#
Kurri looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Kurri working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Netti doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Netti manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kurri working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Netti. #T2#
Netti in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SU#
Netti stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Netti moves in looking to clinch but Kurri pushes him off.
And Kurri tries to counter it with a takedown but Netti pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD#
Netti looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kurri!
Kurri is trying to improve his position.
Netti in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Kurri parries the strikes from Netti easily there. Netti is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Kurri to escape.
Netti working the ground and pound but Kurri is defending the strikes.
Kurri is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kurri manages to get back to half guard.
Kurri has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Netti is working away from the top position though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SU#
Netti decides to stand and escape the position. #T3##TD#
Netti scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
An elbow from Netti crashes against the mat.
Kurri is looking for a sweep.
Netti working away.#SUB#
Netti thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Netti creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Kurri sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Netti misses with the ground and pound.
Netti throwing strikes but Kurri manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Kurri in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #SUB2#
Kurri has hold of Netti's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Netti tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Kurri cranks the arm and Netti screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Netti, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 01, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kurri.
Kurri has knee on belly and moves into mount. #SUB2#
Kurri looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Kurri sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Kurri's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Kurri with shots to the head and body - Penn looks very uncomfortable down there.
Kurri scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Penn?
Penn 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Kurri is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Penn is surviving well by controlling Kurri's body position as best he can. #T1#
Penn is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Penn is breathing heavily.
Kurri lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Kurri content just to control the position here.
Kurri lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Kurri is looking to work his way around to Penn's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kurri working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Kurri scores with a couple of good head shots there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
BOOM! Kurri connects with a massive shot to the dome! #CUT2#It looks like London Penn has been cut.
Kurri landing strikes, looking to finish! #ROC2#Penn is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kurri sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Oh Penn is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kurri lands a big shot there that rocks Penn but he's holding on and managing to survive for now. #T2#
Kurri in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Kurri with the ground and pound from mount. #SUB2#
Penn has left one of his arms exposed and Kurri doesn't need a second invitation. He's isolated it and locked on a tight armbar. Penn screams and taps out, obviously in a lot of pain. Hopefully there isn't permanent damage to that arm.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 26, 2021

#R1#
Balestrin misses with a double jab.
A combination from Balestrin does no damage.
Kurri with a hook.
Balestrin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kurri circles away from the clinch attempt.
Balestrin throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Kurri counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Balestrin!
Kurri is putting a hurting on Balestrin here, landing some big shots from side control.
Kurri lands some shots froms side control.#SUB#
Kurri is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Balestrin is trying to escape and Kurri transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Balestrin is forced to tap! Nice work there by Kurri! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri 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: CWC 252
Date: Aug 15, 2021

184 cm
30 yrs
176 lbs

186 cm
31 yrs
182 lbs

Kurri

Dick

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Tatu Kurri! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 7 losses; Rick Dick!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Thiago Cunha and Mauricio Rocha.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Kurri clinches up with Dick and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Dick decides to pull guard.
Kurri wants to control from the top but Dick keeps moving.
Kurri pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dick is keeping the position for now.
Kurri wants to control from the top but Dick keeps moving.
Kurri looking to pass the guard.
Kurri trying to control but Dick is working from the bottom.
Dick is trying to hold Kurri in close to prevent damage but Kurri has managed to pass into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dick tries to get to full guard but Kurri has control of the leg.
Kurri is pressing down on Dick's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dick is holding on for now. #T1#
Dick is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Kurri trying to control the action but Dick is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura here.
Dick is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dick is refusing to be controlled, as Kurri sits in half guard.
Dick is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2##SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura here.
Dick is doing well to control the position and prevent Kurri from advancing to side control.
Kurri wants to pass the guard but Dick is defending well.
Kurri has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (3) vs (0) Dick#SUB#
Kurri has control of Dick's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Dick regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Kurri looking to control but Dick is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Dick tries to reverse the position but Kurri maintains control.
Dick keeps trying to improve his position.
Kurri avoids the attempt from Dick to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dick prevents Kurri from taking his back.
Dick is in all sorts of trouble here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kurri is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Dick to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Dick shrugs it off. #SUB#
Kurri looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Kurri looking for a guillotine from mount but Dick is having none of it. #T4##SUB#
Kurri looking for a guillotine from mount but Dick is having none of it.
Kurri trying to control but Dick is having none of it.
Kurri moves to back control.
Score +3 for taking back: Kurri (6) vs (0) Dick#SUB#
Kurri is looking for the choke from the back position but Dick is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Kurri looking to break Dick's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Dick remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Kurri will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Kurri gets his hands free as Dick looks to control.
Dick breaks Kurri's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kurri (6) vs (2) Dick
Dick must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kurri trying to control the position.
Dick advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (6) vs (5) Dick#T5#
Kurri is trying to improve his position.
A lull in the action here as Dick stalls from top position.
Kurri tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kurri is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Dick's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Dick is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kurri has managed to free his arm - good work. #T6#
Dick not doing much here.
Kurri tries to get to full guard but Dick has control of the leg.
Kurri moves into full guard.
Kurri is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dick trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurri looking to control.
Kurri keeping moving, preventing Dick from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Dick got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kurri has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dick has managed to get both his arms back between Kurri's legs - danger averted.#T7#
Kurri wants to sweep but no luck.
Kurri working a defensive guard here.
Dick controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Kurri looking for a guillotine here but Dick defends easily. #SUB#
Kurri is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dick trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T8##SUB#
Kurri looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kurri keeping moving, preventing Dick from controlling successfully.
Kurri is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dick stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kurri swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dick wants to control from the top but Kurri keeps moving. #SUB#
Kurri is looking for a triangle but Dick pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Kurri has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dick can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T9#
Dick controlling from the top position.
Dick stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kurri swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dick trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dick content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Kurri looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dick passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (6) vs (8) Dick
Dick is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T10#
Kurri sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Kurri is looking for a sweep. Dick is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dick seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kurri does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Dick is working for a kimura but Kurri is defending it quite comfortably.
Kurri wants to get back to full guard.
Kurri is looking to get back to full guard here but Dick has managed to pass to side control instead.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (6) vs (11) Dick
Kurri is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Dick tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T11#
Kurri is looking to regain half guard here but Dick keeps moving and retains side control.
Dick taking a breather here.
Dick laying and praying for a moment but Kurri takes advantage and regains half guard.
Dick is pressing down on Kurri's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kurri is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Dick is trying for a kimura here. Kurri looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Dick wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rick Dick!
Rick Dick thanked the fans post fight for their support.
The defeated Tatu Kurri had this to say: 'ggwp'.

Event: CACC 244
Date: Aug 08, 2021

184 cm
30 yrs
176 lbs

175 cm
32 yrs
179 lbs

Kurri

Barnett

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Tatu Kurri! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Buddy Barnett!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Gwen Towbar and Chris Downing.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Barnett drives through and clinches with Kurri against the cage. #TD#
Barnett is fighting off a takedown attempt but Kurri is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Barnett to the mat. Barnett regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kurri (2) vs (0) Barnett
Barnett keeping full guard, as Kurri tries to pass.
Barnett tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kurri works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Barnett 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.
Barnett preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SUB#
Kurri 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.
Barnett is staying active underneath Kurri, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Kurri is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Barnett wants to control but Kurri is keeping busy. #T2##SUB#
Kurri is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but Barnett is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kurri to get the leverage.
Kurri trying to control from half guard but Barnett is working away. #SUB#
Kurri is working for a kimura but Barnett is defending it quite comfortably.
Kurri is just content to waste time from the top position. Barnett takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T3#
Barnett looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Kurri looking to pass the guard.
Barnett keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully.
Kurri is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Barnett is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T4##SUB#
Kurri drops back, looking for a kneebar! Barnett looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Barnett looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Barnett!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kurri (2) vs (4) Barnett
Kurri tries to bench press Barnett off him but Barnett keeps the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5#
Kurri wants to control but Barnett postures up.
You can see the frustration on Kurri's face as Barnett controls the position.
Kurri is looking for a sweep.
Kurri is working hard here to advance position.
Kurri has one of Barnett's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
Kurri is letting Barnett control him for a moment.
Kurri regains half guard.#T6#
Kurri wants to improve his position but Barnett is controlling well.
Kurri manages to get to full guard.
Kurri tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Kurri had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Barnett defends it easily.
Barnett stopping the sweep attempt from Kurri.
Barnett postures up.
Kurri is really struggling to control Barnett but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T7#
Kurri tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kurri had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Barnett defends it easily.
Kurri wants to sweep but no luck.
Barnett controls from within his opponent's guard. #T8##SUB#
Kurri is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Barnett is aware though and is defending well.
Kurri trying to control the position. #SUB#
Kurri working for submissions but it's allowed Barnett to get to half guard.
Kurri tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Barnett has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (2) vs (7) Barnett
Kurri can't escape the position. #T9#
Kurri gets back to half guard.
Kurri gets full guard.
Kurri lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kurri (4) vs (7) Barnett
Kurri advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (7) vs (7) Barnett
Barnett can't do much from the bottom here.
Kurri laying and praying for a moment but Barnett takes advantage and regains half guard. #SUB#
Kurri is trying to work for a kimura but Barnett is defending well. #T10#
Barnett tries to roll over but Kurri keeps him under control.#SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but Barnett is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kurri to get the leverage. #SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura here.
Kurri is thwarting Barnett's attempts to control the position.
Kurri looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T11##SUB#
Kurri seems to be working for a kimura but Barnett defends the submission attempt.
Barnett gets full guard.
Kurri is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Kurri drops back, looking for a kneebar! Barnett looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Barnett looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Barnett!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kurri (7) vs (11) Barnett
A lull in the action here as Barnett stalls from top position.#T12#
Kurri tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Barnett controls the position.
Kurri is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Kurri's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kurri is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T13#
The referee asks Barnett politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Barnett prefers to stall for the moment though.
Barnett 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.
Kurri is trying to control Barnett's posture but Barnett avoids it.
Barnett content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Kurri sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Kurri actively working from the bottom here.#T14#
Kurri is trying to get back to full guard.
Kurri tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Barnett has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (7) vs (14) Barnett
Kurri is looking to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Barnett sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
Barnett wins on points by 14 to 7.
An out of breath Buddy Barnett thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Tatu Kurri spoke after the fight, saying 'ggwp'.

Event: CWC 236
Date: Aug 01, 2021

184 cm
30 yrs
176 lbs

175 cm
25 yrs
175 lbs

Kurri

Doomsday

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Tatu Kurri! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Kronos Doomsday!
The judges for this bout are Aafke Stam, Patrick Alders and Paul Aken.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Doomsday decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kurri (0) vs (2) Doomsday#SUB#
Kurri actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kurri tries to get to full guard but Doomsday has control of the leg.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Doomsday in particular looking to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri trying to hold on to Doomsday's head to control him but Doomsday postures up.
Kurri is looking to improve his position. #T1#
Kurri has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Doomsday is working away from the top position though.
Kurri is looking for a sweep. Doomsday is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kurri trying to hold on to Doomsday's head to control him but Doomsday postures up. #SUB#
Kurri looking for submissions off his back.
Kurri keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Kurri trying to control but Doomsday postures up. #T2#
Kurri is looking to improve his position.
Kurri is trying to maintain the position but Doomsday is very close to passing his half guard.
Still in half guard, Doomsday seems content to control.
Kurri is looking to control Doomsday's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kurri avoid being mounted?
Kurri is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Doomsday trying to pass the guard but Kurri defending well. #T3#
Kurri wants to get back to full guard.
Kurri is holding on to half guard well.
Kurri regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kurri wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Kurri escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Doomsday gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Doomsday got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kurri has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Doomsday has managed to get both his arms back between Kurri's legs - danger averted.
Kurri trying to keep a closed guard but Doomsday is proving a slippery customer.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Doomsday has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T4##SUB#
Kurri looking for a guillotine here but Doomsday defends easily.
Kurri looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Doomsday sitting in guard here, content to control.
Kurri lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kurri (2) vs (2) Doomsday
Doomsday looking to control.
Kurri slips nicely into half guard.#T5#
Kurri wants to control but Doomsday is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Kurri is working for a kimura but Doomsday is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Kurri wants to work for an arm triangle but Doomsday is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Kurri is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kurri passes to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (5) vs (2) Doomsday#T6#
Kurri wants to control for a moment but Doomsday uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Doomsday wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Kurri is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Doomsday has managed to free his arm - good work.
Doomsday manages to get to full guard.
Kurri trying to control but Doomsday is working from the bottom. #T7#
Doomsday looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Doomsday keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully.
Doomsday keeping full guard, as Kurri tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kurri trying to control the position from guard on top but Doomsday is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurri is really struggling to control Doomsday but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Doomsday managing to control the position.
Kurri pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Doomsday is keeping the position for now. #T8#
Kurri wants to control from the top but Doomsday keeps moving.
Kurri trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Doomsday keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully.
Kurri tries to free his leg and advance position but Doomsday is retaining full guard.
Kurri's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kurri looking to sit in guard and control but Doomsday gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kurri (5) vs (4) Doomsday#SUB#
Kurri is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T9##SUB#
Kurri has his foot on Doomsday's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Doomsday works his way back into a safe position though.
Kurri looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Doomsday puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Doomsday looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Kurri trying to control but Doomsday postures up. #SUB#
Kurri is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Doomsday pulls his head out easily.
Kurri is trying to get back to full guard.#T10#
Kurri is working hard here to advance position.
Well, if Doomsday 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. #SUB#
Kurri looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kurri is pressing down on Doomsday's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T11#
Kurri tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Kurri looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Doomsday passes into half guard.
Doomsday stalling.
Kurri tries to roll over but Doomsday keeps him under control.
Kurri has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Doomsday is working away from the top position though.#T12#
Kurri is looking for a sweep. Doomsday is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kurri slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Kurri looking for a sweep. Not yet Kurri, not yet.
Kurri controlling Doomsday's posture.
Kurri tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Doomsday forces his way into half guard.
Kurri tries to get to full guard but Doomsday has control of the leg. #T13#
Doomsday trying to pass the guard but Kurri defending well.
Kurri tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Doomsday has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (5) vs (7) Doomsday
Kurri keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kurri wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Kurri (5) vs (10) Doomsday
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight. #T14#
Kurri is trying to break free.
Kurri rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Kurri has a hand on Doomsday's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Doomsday takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (5) vs (13) Doomsday
Kurri is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kurri can't escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Doomsday wins on points by 13 to 5.
Tatu Kurri was interviewed post fight and said 'ggwp'.

Event: CWC 225
Date: Jul 11, 2021

175 cm
30 yrs
185 lbs

184 cm
30 yrs
176 lbs

Rebenta

Kurri

Event: CACC 214
Date: Jun 20, 2021

184 cm
29 yrs
176 lbs

165 cm
38 yrs
185 lbs

Kurri

Dravezesdi

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Tatu Kurri! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 18 losses; Vulcahn Dravezesdi!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Dravezesdi shoots in looking for a takedown but Kurri manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dravezesdi's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL#
Kurri moves into range and clinches up with Dravezesdi.
Dravezesdi drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #TD2#
Dravezesdi tightens his grip and picks Kurri up, before dumping him to the ground. Kurri manages to land in guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kurri (0) vs (2) Dravezesdi
Kurri keeping full guard, as Dravezesdi tries to pass.
Kurri lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kurri (2) vs (2) Dravezesdi#SUB2#
Dravezesdi is looking for a triangle but Kurri pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Dravezesdi escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kurri gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri content to stall in guard here.
Kurri wants to pass the guard but Dravezesdi is keeping the position.#T1##SUB2#
Dravezesdi escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kurri gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kurri pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dravezesdi is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Dravezesdi looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Dravezesdi wants to control but Kurri passes easily into half guard.
Dravezesdi 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.
Kurri is looking to advance position but Dravezesdi won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dravezesdi is pressing down on Kurri's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dravezesdi is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kurri (2) vs (4) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi preventing the sweep.
Kurri is trying to keep Dravezesdi in close. #SUB#
Dravezesdi avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Dravezesdi advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (2) vs (7) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi wants to control but Kurri is keeping him busy.
Kurri tries to buck Dravezesdi off but Dravezesdi is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Dravezesdi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kurri keeps working.
Kurri is trying to improve his position.
Dravezesdi is staying tight to Kurri's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Kurri tries to buck Dravezesdi off but Dravezesdi is having none of it.#SUB2#
Kurri wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Dravezesdi has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Kurri's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Kurri is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Dravezesdi!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Vulcahn Dravezesdi!
A victorious Vulcahn Dravezesdi thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, Tatu Kurri stepped up to the mic, saying 'ggwp'.

Event: CACC 202: Pavlov vs Archer II
Date: May 30, 2021

182 cm
24 yrs
179 lbs

184 cm
29 yrs
176 lbs

Taison

Kurri

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Maiki Taison! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Tatu Kurri!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Jack Bonds and Percy O'Donnell.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Kurri is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Taison's half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Taison (0) vs (2) Kurri
Kurri prevents Taison from improving his position.
Kurri is pressing down on Taison's thigh, looking to free his foot. Taison is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Taison trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kurri seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Taison has recovered full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri stands and throws Taison's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Taison (0) vs (5) Kurri
Taison tries to bench press Kurri off him but Kurri keeps the position. #T1#
Kurri wants to lay and pray for a moment but Taison keeps working. #SUB2#
Kurri is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Taison knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Kurri goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Taison has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Kurri but great work by Taison.
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Taison (4) vs (5) Kurri
Taison trying to control the position but Kurri is working away.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kurri tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Taison wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Taison controlling from side mount.
Taison wants to control but Kurri is keeping him busy. #T2#
Kurri is trying to control Taison's posture but Taison avoids it.
Kurri is trying to improve his position.
Kurri gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
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.
Kurri tries to roll over but Taison keeps him under control.
Kurri trying to hold on to Taison's head to control him but Taison postures up. #T3#
Kurri tries to get to full guard but Taison has control of the leg.
Kurri regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kurri wants to sweep here but Taison controlling him for the moment.
Taison has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Taison wants to pass the guard but Kurri is keeping the position.
Taison wants to control from the top but Kurri keeps moving. #SUB2#
Taison is posturing up here but Kurri has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Taison tries to roll out but it's too tight and Taison has to tap! Slick submission there by Kurri!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tatu Kurri!
In his post fight interview, Tatu Kurri started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: CACC 190: Fiso vs Kuronoa II
Date: Apr 18, 2021

184 cm
29 yrs
176 lbs

185 cm
45 yrs
178 lbs

Kurri

Corson

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Tatu Kurri! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Shayne Corson!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Don Winkell.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Kurri takes the fight into the clinch. #TD#
Kurri wants the takedown. Corson is fighting it off but Kurri persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Corson's guard against the ropes.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kurri (2) vs (0) Corson
Kurri advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (5) vs (0) Corson#SUB#
Kurri goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Corson has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Kurri but great work by Corson.
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kurri (5) vs (4) Corson
Kurri tries to buck Corson off but Corson is having none of it.
A control attempt from Kurri but he's now mounted!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Kurri (5) vs (6) Corson#SUB2#
Corson jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Kurri is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Kurri and Corson has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kurri wants to control but Corson postures up.#T1#
Kurri is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Corson off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kurri (9) vs (6) Corson
Kurri not allowing Corson to control his hands.
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.
Corson can't escape the position.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Kurri's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke. #SUB#
Kurri working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB#
Kurri working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Corson is doing well to defend. Kurri seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Corson is forced to tap and this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: CACC 178: Hozdic vs Morgan
Date: Mar 14, 2021

173 cm
33 yrs
180 lbs

184 cm
28 yrs
176 lbs

Pikachu

Kurri

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Detektyw Pikachu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Tatu Kurri!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Pikachu gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Kurri gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pikachu (0) vs (2) Kurri
Kurri postures up.
Kurri is pushing down on Pikachu's leg trying to pass to half guard. Pikachu is fighting to maintain full guard but Kurri has managed to sneak the leg through.
Pikachu tries to roll over but Kurri keeps him under control.
Pikachu won't allow Kurri to pass to mount.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Kurri is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pikachu doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kurri.
Kurri is looking to take a break and control but Pikachu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Pikachu actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Pikachu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
My spies in The Power Plant inform me that Kurri has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Pikachu is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kurri pulls his head out easily. #T1##SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Kurri is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Kurri is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Pikachu sees it coming and defends easily.
Pikachu trying to control but Kurri postures up.
Kurri trying to mount his opponent but Pikachu defends it.
Pikachu makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Pikachu.#SUB#
Pikachu working for a triangle but Kurri defends it easily. #T2##SUB#
Pikachu looking for a guillotine here but Kurri defends easily.
Kurri trying to control the position from guard on top but Pikachu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pikachu is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Pikachu keeping full guard, as Kurri tries to pass.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kurri stands and throws Pikachu's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Pikachu (0) vs (5) Kurri#SUB2#
Kurri working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T3#
Pikachu struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Kurri tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Kurri swings around for an armbar but Pikachu sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Kurri's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pikachu (2) vs (5) Kurri
Kurri working a defensive guard here.
Pikachu has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB#
Pikachu 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.
Kurri controls Pikachu momentarily but Pikachu frees himself. #T4#
Pikachu pushes down on Kurri's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Kurri manages to get to full guard. #SUB2#
Kurri working for a triangle but Pikachu defends it easily.
Pikachu trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurri keeping full guard, as Pikachu tries to pass. #T5#
Kurri has control of Pikachu's left arm, preventing Pikachu from doing any damage.
Kurri keeping full guard, as Pikachu tries to pass.
Pikachu advances to half guard.
Kurri is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kurri trying to hold on to Pikachu's head to control him but Pikachu postures up. #SUB#
Pikachu is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Kurri gets back to full guard.
Pikachu trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6##SUB#
Pikachu is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Kurri is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Kurri has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pikachu (2) vs (7) Kurri
Pikachu 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.
Pikachu keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully.
Kurri stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pikachu swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Pikachu looking for a guillotine here but Kurri defends easily. #SUB2#
Kurri is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Pikachu is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Pikachu has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pikachu (4) vs (7) Kurri#T7#
Kurri looking for a sweep. Not yet Kurri, not yet.
Kurri is trying to control the position but Pikachu postures up.
Kurri keeping moving, preventing Pikachu from controlling successfully.
Kurri looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Pikachu postures up.
Pikachu wants to control from the top but Kurri keeps moving. #SUB2#
Kurri working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pikachu doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Pikachu manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T8#
Pikachu won't allow Kurri to sweep him here.
Kurri wants to improve his position but instead Pikachu has moved into half guard.
Kurri regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Pikachu drops back, looking for a kneebar! Kurri looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Kurri looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Kurri!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Pikachu (4) vs (11) Kurri
Pikachu gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Pikachu (4) vs (13) Kurri
Pikachu is desperately trying to improve his position but Kurri has a good base and remains in mount.
Kurri trying to control but Pikachu is having none of it.
Pikachu is trying desperately to improve position.#T9#
Kurri tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kurri avoids the attempt from Pikachu to control.
Pikachu might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kurri wants to control the pace but Pikachu is squirming around nicely.
Pikachu slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Kurri is trying for a kimura here. Pikachu looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Kurri wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: CACC 170: Krawlee vs Brown
Date: Feb 14, 2021

184 cm
28 yrs
176 lbs

186 cm
26 yrs
174 lbs

Kurri

Ferreira-Alves

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Tatu Kurri! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Felipe Ferreira-Alves!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Ferreira-Alves takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Kurri is fighting off a takedown attempt but Ferreira-Alves is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Kurri to the mat. Kurri regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kurri (0) vs (2) Ferreira-Alves
Kurri 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.
Kurri looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ferreira-Alves is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Kurri working for a triangle but Ferreira-Alves defends it easily.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ferreira-Alves won't allow Kurri to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T1#
Kurri wants to control the position but Ferreira-Alves says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Kurri manages to get to full guard.
Kurri wants to control the position but Ferreira-Alves says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Kurri trying to control here. #SUB#
Kurri is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ferreira-Alves pulls his head out easily.
Kurri wants to sweep but Ferreira-Alves has passed to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (0) vs (5) Ferreira-Alves
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.#T2#
Kurri is looking to regain half guard here but Ferreira-Alves keeps moving and retains side control.
My spies in Dead Disney Land inform me that Ferreira-Alves has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Kurri manages to get back to half guard.
Ferreira-Alves trying to control the pace.
Kurri is looking to improve his position. #T3#
Ferreira-Alves sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Ferreira-Alves is continuing to stall.
Kurri preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Ferreira-Alves is taking a breather. Kurri 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.#T4#
Kurri tries to get to full guard but Ferreira-Alves has control of the leg.
Kurri is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Kurri has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ferreira-Alves is working away from the top position though.
Kurri works his way to full guard. Good work.#T5#
Ferreira-Alves controlling from the top position.
Kurri wants to sweep here but Ferreira-Alves controlling him for the moment.
Ferreira-Alves trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurri wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Kurri has an active guard here but Ferreira-Alves has managed to pass into half guard.
Ferreira-Alves prevents Kurri from improving his position.#T6#
Kurri wants to control but Ferreira-Alves is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ferreira-Alves is trying to control the action in half guard but Kurri is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Kurri wants to get back to full guard.
Kurri wants to sweep but Ferreira-Alves has passed to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (0) vs (8) Ferreira-Alves
Ferreira-Alves gets to mount! Kurri was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Kurri (0) vs (10) Ferreira-Alves
Kurri sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Kurri is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Ferreira-Alves jumps into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (0) vs (13) Ferreira-Alves
Kurri is trying to work for a sweep but Ferreira-Alves has mounted him!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Kurri (0) vs (15) Ferreira-Alves#T7#
Kurri is trying to reverse the position but instead Ferreira-Alves has taken his back - oops!
Score +3 for taking back: Kurri (0) vs (18) Ferreira-Alves
I really don't envy Kurri right now.
Kurri is working hard here to advance position.
Ferreira-Alves wants to control but Kurri is keeping busy.
Ferreira-Alves not allowing Kurri to control his hands.
Kurri staying busy and making it hard for Ferreira-Alves to control.
Ferreira-Alves is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Kurri rolls, trying to escape but Ferreira-Alves keeps control of the position. #T8#
Ferreira-Alves is not going to allow Kurri to sit and survive in this position.
Ferreira-Alves trying to control.#SUB2#
Ferreira-Alves is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Kurri defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Kurri rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Ferreira-Alves looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Kurri is looking to improve his position. #T9#
Ferreira-Alves is keen to just control but Kurri is a slippery customer.
Kurri regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Kurri looking for subs off his back but Ferreira-Alves has passed one foot through into half guard.
Kurri trying to control from the bottom.
Ferreira-Alves trying to control from Kurri's half guard. Kurri has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Kurri can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ferreira-Alves controls the pace.#T10#
Kurri looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Kurri has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Ferreira-Alves is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Kurri.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (0) vs (21) Ferreira-Alves
Kurri is looking to regain half guard here but Ferreira-Alves keeps moving and retains side control.
Kurri is trying to work for a sweep but Ferreira-Alves has mounted him!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Kurri (0) vs (23) Ferreira-Alves
Kurri really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ferreira-Alves controlling the pace for now. #T11#
Kurri tries to improve his position but instead Ferreira-Alves has taken his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Kurri (0) vs (26) Ferreira-Alves
Kurri tries to escape the position.
Kurri turns into Ferreira-Alves and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kurri (2) vs (26) Ferreira-Alves
Kurri trying to control the position from guard on top but Ferreira-Alves is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Kurri looking to improve position, pressing down on Ferreira-Alves's thigh with his hand. Ferreira-Alves seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Kurri paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Kurri's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Ferreira-Alves picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Felipe Ferreira-Alves!
After winning the bout, Felipe Ferreira-Alves thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Tatu Kurri stepped up to the mic, saying 'ggwp'.

Event: CACC 162: Mazzini vs Declan 3
Date: Jan 17, 2021

184 cm
27 yrs
176 lbs

198 cm
27 yrs
175 lbs

Kurri

Simone

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Tatu Kurri! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Joey Simone!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Percy O'Donnell.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Kurri has Simone up against the ropes in a clinch.
Simone is trying to pull guard but Kurri turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.#TD#
Kurri has hold of one of Simone's legs. Simone is fighting the takedown attempt but Kurri gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kurri (2) vs (0) Simone#SUB#
Kurri drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kurri jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Kurri postures up.
Kurri sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Simone's guard.
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.#SUB#
Kurri is working for a submission of some sort.
Kurri is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (5) vs (0) Simone
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kurri has control of Simone's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Simone regains control of the situation pretty easily.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Simone manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Simone 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.#T1#
Simone is looking for a sweep. Kurri is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Kurri is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Simone is just riding it out for now. Kurri eventually gives up the hold.
Kurri prevents Simone from improving his position.
Simone wants to control but Kurri is keeping busy.
Kurri 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.
Simone is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Simone defends it well.
Simone is trying to get back to full guard.#T2##SUB#
Kurri is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Simone doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kurri.
Kurri prevents Simone from improving his position.
Simone is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Simone still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Simone has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kurri (5) vs (4) Simone
Kurri is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Simone taking a breather here.
Kurri stops Simone from passing to mount.
Kurri looking for a sweep but Simone has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Kurri (5) vs (6) Simone
Kurri keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kurri is working hard here to advance position.
Kurri bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kurri (7) vs (6) Simone
Simone controls Kurri momentarily but Kurri frees himself.
Kurri trying to control but Simone is working from the bottom.
Kurri pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Simone is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Kurri postures up.
Kurri looking to pass the guard.
Simone looking to control.
Simone looking for a sweep. Not yet Simone, not yet.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Simone holds on and takes a little breather.
Kurri wants to pass the guard but Simone is keeping the position.
Kurri trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Simone manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kurri (7) vs (8) Simone
Kurri might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kurri keeping moving, preventing Simone from controlling successfully. #T5#
Kurri 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#
Kurri had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Simone defends it easily.#SUB#
Kurri is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Simone defends well.
Kurri looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kurri being controlled here, momentarily.
Simone trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurri keeping full guard, as Simone tries to pass. #T6##SUB#
Kurri had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Simone defends it easily.
Simone wants to control from the top but Kurri keeps moving.
Simone passes Kurri's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Simone prevents Kurri from improving his position.
Simone wants to take a breather but Kurri is having none of it.
Simone sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Simone trying to pass the guard but Kurri defending well. #T7#
Kurri is looking for a sweep. Simone is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Simone wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kurri keeps working.
Simone uses his free foot to push down on Kurri's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Kurri.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurri (7) vs (11) Simone
Kurri is looking to improve his position but Simone isn't that keen on the idea.
Simone trying to control but Kurri is having none of it.
Kurri is trying to escape the mount. #T8#
Simone wants to control the pace but Kurri is squirming around nicely.
Kurri is in all sorts of trouble here.
Simone avoids the attempt from Kurri to control.
Simone looking to control but Kurri is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Simone looking to control and managing it successfully.
Kurri stops Simone from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Kurri tries to reverse the position but Simone maintains control.
Simone can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kurri is looking to escape. #T9#
Kurri tries to hold on but Simone pushes him away.
Kurri has given up his back here. Will Simone look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Kurri (7) vs (14) Simone
Simone controlling well, preventing Kurri from escaping the position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Simone controlling the positon.
Kurri is really stuck here.
Simone trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Kurri wants to escape the position. #T10##SUB2#
Simone is cranking Kurri's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Kurri! He's tightened the choke and Kurri is tapping out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Joey Simone!
After winning the bout, Joey Simone thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Tatu Kurri had this to say: 'ggwp'.

Event: CACC 156: Ribbler v Dravezesdi
Date: Dec 27, 2020

185 cm
34 yrs
176 lbs

184 cm
27 yrs
176 lbs

Azaryan

Kurri

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Artur Azaryan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Tatu Kurri!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Gwen Towbar and George Francis.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Azaryan shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Azaryan (2) vs (0) Kurri
Azaryan wants to free his trapped foot but Kurri is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Kurri looking for submissions off his back.
Kurri gets full guard.
Kurri 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.
Kurri keeps trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Azaryan tries to free his leg and advance position but Kurri is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Kurri working for submissions but it's allowed Azaryan to get to half guard. #T1#
Kurri is looking to control Azaryan's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kurri avoid being mounted?
Kurri is pressing down on Azaryan's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Azaryan preventing the sweep.
Azaryan trying to control but Kurri is working from the bottom.
Kurri is trying to keep Azaryan in close. #SUB2#
Kurri had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Azaryan defends it easily.
Kurri lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Azaryan (2) vs (2) Kurri#T2#
Azaryan is trying to control the position but Kurri postures up. #SUB2#
Kurri is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Azaryan is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Azaryan has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Azaryan (4) vs (2) Kurri
Azaryan wants to control from the top but Kurri keeps moving.
Kurri is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kurri looking for a sweep. Not yet Kurri, not yet. #T3#
Kurri working a defensive guard but Azaryan passes into half guard.
Azaryan not doing much here.
Azaryan trying to control the action but Kurri is working from the bottom.
Kurri trying to control but Azaryan postures up.
Kurri wants to get back to full guard.
Kurri wants to control but Azaryan is keeping busy.
Kurri wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Kurri slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Kurri being controlled here, momentarily.
Azaryan has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Kurri is trying to keep Azaryan in close.
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.
Azaryan trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurri is looking to sweep but instead, Azaryan has passed into half guard.
Kurri is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Azaryan jumps into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Azaryan (7) vs (2) Kurri
Azaryan trying to control the position but Kurri is working away. #T5#
Kurri manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Azaryan (7) vs (4) Kurri#SUB2#
Kurri is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Kurri seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Azaryan does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Kurri is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
Kurri is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kurri in particular looking to stall.#T6##SUB2#
Kurri 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.
Kurri is looking to stall here but Azaryan recovers full guard.
Kurri trying to control but Azaryan is working from the bottom.
Kurri 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. #T7#
Kurri being controlled here momentarily.
Kurri works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Kurri is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Azaryan!
Score +3 for passing guard: Azaryan (7) vs (7) Kurri
Kurri trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Azaryan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kurri wants to control but Azaryan has made it back to half guard. Nice work. #T8#
Kurri seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Azaryan does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Kurri is trying to work for a kimura but Azaryan is defending well.
Azaryan is refusing to be controlled, as Kurri sits in half guard.
Kurri prevents Azaryan from improving his position.
Kurri wants to take a breather but Azaryan is having none of it. #T9#
Kurri is stalling here. Azaryan is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Kurri seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Azaryan has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Azaryan (11) vs (7) Kurri
Kurri wants to control but Azaryan postures up.
Azaryan trying to control the position but Kurri is working away.
Kurri is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Azaryan is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Azaryan (13) vs (7) Kurri
Azaryan can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kurri is looking to escape.
Kurri 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.#T10#
Kurri is looking to improve his position.
Kurri moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Azaryan trying to control but Kurri is working from the bottom.
Kurri is trying to hold Azaryan in close to prevent damage but Azaryan has managed to pass into half guard.
Kurri slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Azaryan slips nicely into half guard.
Kurri is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Azaryan's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Azaryan's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Azaryan (13) vs (11) Kurri#T11##SUB2#
Kurri is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kurri tries to keep control of the position but Azaryan is staying busy.#SUB2#
Kurri patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Azaryan rolls, trying to escape but Kurri keeps control of the position.
Kurri not allowing Azaryan to control his hands.
Kurri tries to get the hooks in deep but Azaryan pushed the leg off. #SUB2#
Kurri looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Azaryan is controlling Kurri 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Azaryan (15) vs (11) Kurri
Kurri controls Azaryan momentarily but Azaryan frees himself. #T12#
Kurri tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Kurri working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Azaryan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Azaryan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kurri manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Azaryan manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Azaryan (15) vs (13) Kurri
Azaryan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T13#
Kurri advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Azaryan (15) vs (16) Kurri
Azaryan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kurri advances nicely into full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Azaryan (15) vs (18) Kurri#SUB2#
Kurri goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Azaryan is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Azaryan (17) vs (18) Kurri#SUB2#
Kurri looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Azaryan trying to control but Kurri is working from the bottom. #T14#
Kurri controls Azaryan momentarily but Azaryan frees himself.
Kurri wants to sweep here but Azaryan controlling him for the moment.
Azaryan looking to pass the guard.
Azaryan wants to control from the top but Kurri keeps moving. #SUB2#
Kurri working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Azaryan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Azaryan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Azaryan wants to pass the guard but Kurri is keeping the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kurri wins on points by 18 to 17.
In his post fight interview, Tatu Kurri started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: CACC 148: Pavlov vs Donde
Date: Dec 06, 2020

184 cm
43 yrs
180 lbs

184 cm
27 yrs
176 lbs

Byhenikov

Kurri

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 16 losses; Igor Byhenikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Tatu Kurri!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, David Schapiro and Russell Pearce.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Byhenikov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Byhenikov (2) vs (0) Kurri
Kurri keeping full guard, as Byhenikov tries to pass.
Byhenikov won't allow Kurri to sweep him here.
Byhenikov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Kurri has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Byhenikov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Byhenikov 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.
Byhenikov is pushing down on Kurri's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kurri is fighting to maintain full guard but Byhenikov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Byhenikov uses his free foot to push down on Kurri's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Kurri.
Score +3 for passing guard: Byhenikov (5) vs (0) Kurri
Byhenikov pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T1#
Kurri manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Kurri slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Kurri controls Byhenikov momentarily but Byhenikov frees himself.
Byhenikov wants to pass the guard but Kurri is keeping the position.
Kurri not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kurri can't keep his opponent in guard - Byhenikov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Kurri wants to control but Byhenikov is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Kurri actively working from the bottom here.
Byhenikov uses his free foot to push down on Kurri's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Kurri.
Score +3 for passing guard: Byhenikov (8) vs (0) Kurri#T2##SUB#
Byhenikov looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Kurri sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Byhenikov tries to pass to full mount but Kurri defends it.
Kurri wants to improve his position but Byhenikov is controlling well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kurri manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kurri controls Byhenikov momentarily but Byhenikov frees himself.
Kurri keeping full guard, as Byhenikov tries to pass. #T3#
Kurri bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Byhenikov's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Byhenikov (8) vs (2) Kurri
My spies in The Power Plant inform me that Kurri has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Byhenikov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kurri wants to control from the top but Byhenikov keeps moving.
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.#SUB#
Byhenikov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Kurri drops back looking for a leg! Byhenikov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Byhenikov manages to kick Kurri off! Kurri jumps back into Byhenikov's guard.
Byhenikov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kurri pushing down on Byhenikov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T4#
Byhenikov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kurri wants to control from the top but Byhenikov keeps moving. #SUB2#
Kurri drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kurri jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Byhenikov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kurri manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Byhenikov (10) vs (2) Kurri
Kurri keeping full guard, as Byhenikov tries to pass.
Byhenikov won't allow Kurri to sweep him here.
Kurri is trying to control the position but Byhenikov postures up.
Byhenikov slips nicely into half guard.#T5#
Byhenikov working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Kurri's thigh. Kurri counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Byhenikov looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Kurri has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Byhenikov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Byhenikov tries to free his leg and advance position but Kurri is retaining full guard.
Kurri is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kurri looking to hit a scissor sweep but Byhenikov is one step ahead there.
Byhenikov pushes down on Kurri's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T6#
Byhenikov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kurri gets full guard.#SUB2#
Kurri is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Byhenikov is aware though and is defending well.
Kurri working a defensive guard but Byhenikov manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Byhenikov (13) vs (2) Kurri
Kurri tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kurri prevents Byhenikov from improving position.
Byhenikov moves into full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Byhenikov (15) vs (2) Kurri
Kurri really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T7#
Kurri manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Byhenikov wants to pass the guard but Kurri is defending well. #SUB#
Byhenikov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kurri doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Byhenikov.
Kurri is looking to get back to full guard here but Byhenikov has managed to pass to side control instead.
Score +3 for passing guard: Byhenikov (18) vs (2) Kurri
Kurri tries to improve position but can't. #T8#
Byhenikov is looking to take a break and control but Kurri is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kurri stops Byhenikov from passing to mount.
Kurri struggling a bit here.
Kurri is looking to reverse the position.
Byhenikov tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T9#
Byhenikov moves into full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Byhenikov (20) vs (2) Kurri#SUB#
Byhenikov working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Kurri prevents Byhenikov from taking his back.
Kurri is working to get back to half guard.
Byhenikov seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Kurri is holding on tight.
Kurri is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kurri bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Byhenikov (20) vs (4) Kurri
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Byhenikov is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Byhenikov (22) vs (4) Kurri#T10#
Byhenikov looking to pass the guard.
Byhenikov stands and throws Kurri's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Byhenikov (25) vs (4) Kurri
Byhenikov moves into full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Byhenikov (27) vs (4) Kurri
Byhenikov moves to the back position.
Score +3 for taking back: Byhenikov (30) vs (4) Kurri
Kurri tries to escape but Byhenikov has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Kurri tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Kurri is trying desperately to improve position.
Byhenikov is trying to take his opponent's back. #T11#
Byhenikov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kurri is looking to escape.
Kurri working to try and regain half guard.
Byhenikov avoids the attempt from Kurri to control.
Byhenikov mounts Kurri! Really nice guard pass there!
Kurri has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Byhenikov (33) vs (4) Kurri
Kurri wants to control his opponent's hands but Byhenikov gets his hands free. #T12#
Kurri is keeping busy.
Kurri is in bad spot here. #SUB#
Byhenikov patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Byhenikov wants to control but Kurri is keeping busy.
I really don't envy Kurri right now. #SUB#
Byhenikov is working hard for the rear naked choke here. #SUB#
Byhenikov is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Kurri knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Kurri for a finish. #SUB#
Kurri is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent. #T13#
Kurri can't escape the position.
Kurri staying busy and making it hard for Byhenikov to control. #SUB#
Byhenikov looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Byhenikov is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Kurri is defending well though. Byhenikov let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
Kurri fending off the submission attempt from Byhenikov.
Byhenikov is breathing heavily.#SUB#
Byhenikov is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Kurri is defending well though. Byhenikov let's go of the attempt for now.#T14##SUB#
Byhenikov tightening his grip on Kurri, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Byhenikov is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Kurri is defending well though. Byhenikov let's go of the attempt for now.
Kurri tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kurri is controlling an arm, preventing Byhenikov from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Byhenikov avoids the attempt from Kurri to control.
Kurri is desperately trying to improve his position but Byhenikov has a good base and remains in mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Byhenikov takes the fight on points by 33 to 4.
A victorious Igor Byhenikov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Tatu Kurri spoke after the fight, saying 'ggwp'.

Event: SMASH: Lalla vs Dee
Date: Aug 15, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A cross from Kurri lands.
Kurri throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bronson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bronson looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kurri throws an off balance right hand
and Bronson counters with a stiff right hand.
A jab from Bronson misses.
Kurri throws out a loose jab but Bronson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kurri tries to bum rush Bronson with a series of wild strikes but Bronson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tatu Kurri seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kurri looks to throw the jab but Bronson is out of range.
Kurri lands a nice looking body shot.
Kurri moves out of range as Bronson throws a body kick.
Kurri misses the shot to the body.
Bronson moves out of range of the strikes.
Kurri moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kurri tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bronson was well out of range. Poor timing from Kurri.
Bronson misses with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bronson misses with a low kick.
Bronson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kurri shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bronson pinned against the cage. Bronson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kurri misses with a straight left.
Kurri throws a hook but Bronson avoids it easily.#T1#
Kurri misses with a hook. Bronson ducked under it nicely.
Bronson stuns Kurri with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Kurri misses the target.
Kurri steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Bronson. That one must have hurt.
Kurri gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bronson.
Bronson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kurri fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kurri fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bronson lands the left hand.
Kurri misses with a hook
and Bronson counters with a straight right hand.
Bronson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kurri.#TD#
Kurri shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bronson napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kurri landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Kurri throwing strikes but Bronson manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Kurri is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at K.O Heaven, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Kurri struggling a bit here.
Bronson tries to advance to mount but Kurri denies him.
Bronson moves into full mount! #T2#
Kurri keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kurri wants to control but Bronson is having none of it.
Kurri working to try and regain half guard.
Bronson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kurri 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.
Let's hope that Bronson 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.#T3#
Kurri is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Bronson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kurri. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kurri regains half guard.
Well, if Bronson 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.
Kurri moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Kurri has his foot on Bronson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bronson works his way back into a safe position though.
Bronson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Bronson wants to control from the top but Kurri keeps moving.
Bronson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T4#
Bronson looking to sit in guard and control but Kurri gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Bronson is adopting a defensive guard.
Kurri postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Kurri slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Kurri is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bronson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Bronson wants to control but Kurri postures up.
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 Tatu Kurri 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#
Kurri throws a lazy right hand but Bronson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kurri throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bronson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bronson moves out of range as Kurri strikes.
Kurri throws the left hand but Bronson avoids the punch easily.
Kurri will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kurri misses the jab.
Kurri throws a lazy uppercut
and Bronson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bronson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bronson moves out of range of the strikes.
Bronson moves out of range as Kurri strikes.
Bronson lands with a hook. Kurri tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bronson connects with a nice looking jab.
Bronson throws the kick towards the body but Kurri avoids it.
Kurri is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Kurri lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bronson is looking to land body kicks.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kurri!
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!
Kurri throws a jab when Bronson was well out of range.
Bronson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bronson scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T1#
Bronson slips a jab from Kurri.
Bronson throws out a counter right but Kurri avoids it with no problem.
Don Bronson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kurri throws the left hand but Bronson avoids the punch easily.
Kurri throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bronson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kurri fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bronson manages to avoid it.
Bronson blocks a jab.
Bronson misses with a body kick.
A low kick lands for Bronson.
Bronson has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Bronson's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Bronson duly obliges.
Kurri moves out of range of the body kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Kurri misses the target.
Kurri moves away from the strike by Bronson.
Bronson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bronson wants it to stay on the feet.
Kurri misses with a hook
and Bronson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bronson cracks Kurri with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bronson swings for the body but Kurri moves out of range.
Bronson misses with an uppercut.
Bronson staying out of range there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kurri's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bronson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kurri scrambles back to his feet.
Kurri fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bronson on the side of the head.#T2#
Kurri staying out of range there.
Bronson lands with a nice body punch.
Kurri thuds his right hand into Bronson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bronson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kurri.
A swing and a miss from Kurri.
Bronson scores with a jab. Kurri acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bronson swings for the body but Kurri moves out of range.
Kurri slips a jab and a cross from Bronson.
Kurri takes one on the button.
Kurri misses with a takedown attempt - Bronson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Bronson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kurri with a body shot.
Bronson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tatu Kurri. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bronson slips under a jab.
Bronson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Bronson throws a body shot but no joy.
Bronson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bronson slips under a jab from Kurri.#T3#
Kurri turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kurri throws a looping overhand right but Bronson ducks down to avoid it.
Kurri shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bronson pinned against the cage. Bronson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Bronson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bronson cracks Kurri with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Some wild striking there from Kurri.
Bronson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kurri moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kurri misses with a double jab.
Bronson throws a shot from downtown. Kurri moves away and avoids it.
Kurri throws a hook but Bronson avoids it easily.
Kurri connects with a looping right hand.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Bronson crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kurri - the referee stops the clock and Bronson gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kurri. Bronson manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#TD#
Kurri looking to score a takedown here. Bronson is defending well but Kurri drives through and ends up in Bronson's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bronson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T4#
Bronson keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully.
Kurri is really struggling to control Bronson but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Bronson looking for a sweep. Not yet Bronson, not yet.
Bronson 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##SUB#
Kurri is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bronson pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kurri works his way to full guard. Good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Don Bronson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
A slow jab from Kurri misses its intended target.
A swing and a miss from Kurri.
A big left from Bronson misses.
Bronson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kurri throws out the jab.
Bronson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kurri tests Bronson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kurri thows a leg kick but Bronson checks it
letting Bronson counter with a right hand.
Bronson staying out of range there.
Kurri looks to score with a jab to the body but Bronson is just out of range.
A cross from Bronson lands.
Bronson throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Kurri shoots in for a takedown but Bronson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kurri misses with the body kick
and Bronson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bronson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A slow jab from Kurri misses its intended target.
Bronson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kurri.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bronson lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bronson defending well as Kurri loads up on a big left hand.
That kick from Bronson tenderised Kurri's leg. Kurri is trying to keep his angry face on.
Don Bronson seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Kurri misses the target.
Bronson feints a counter leg kick.
Bronson lands a right hook to the body.
Kurri shoots and misses
and Bronson counters with a head kick. That will keep Kurri thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Kurri misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Bronson to counter with a crisp jab.
Bronson lands with a nice body punch.
Bronson slips a straight right by Kurri.
Bronson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kurri at a distance.
Some wild striking there from Kurri.
Bronson appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kurri throws a push kick but Bronson slaps the foot to one side.
Kurri misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kurri pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bronson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kurri.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kurri, as that shot connected.
Kurri looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bronson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kurri doesn't seem bothered though.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kurri walks into a left hand.
Bronson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kurri throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Bronson scores with a sloppy right hand. Kurri should have avoided that one.
Bronson is looking to land body kicks.
Kurri shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tatu Kurri. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bronson lands with a hook. Kurri tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kurri has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kurri there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bronson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kurri misses with a right hand
and Bronson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bronson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bronson throws a jab when Kurri was well out of range.
Bronson avoids the body shot from Kurri.
Kurri thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bronson throws out a counter right but Kurri avoids it with no problem.
Bronson thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kurri if he has to take too many more of those.
Bronson takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kurri misses the jab.
Bronson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kurri.
Bronson wants to get back to his feet but Kurri is dominant here and he's now got Bronson's back!#T3#
Bronson trying to control the hands but Kurri breaks the grip. #SUB#
Kurri has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Kurri avoiding Bronson 's attempts to control his hands.
Bronson can't escape the position. #SUB#
Bronson 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 Kurri gets his way!
Kurri gets his hands free as Bronson looks to control. #T4##SUB#
Kurri is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Bronson defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
A lull in the action here.
Bronson needs to remain patient if he's going to get out of this sticky situation.
Kurri scores with punches to the body.
Bronson prevents Kurri from getting a body triangle.#SUB#
Kurri is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #SUB#
Bronson defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Don Bronson just about did enough to take it.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Bronson throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Bronson throws a right hand that misses
and Kurri counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bronson lands a nice looking body shot.
Kurri shoots in looking for a takedown. Bronson tries to sprawl out of it but Kurri keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bronson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kurri just misses with a punch to the body.
Kurri throws out a loose jab but Bronson uses good head movement to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bronson! But no joy.
Kurri lands a really nice looking cross but Bronson seems unphased.
A jab from Bronson does it's job there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bronson throws a body punch but Kurri moves out of range.
Bronson throws a hook but Kurri avoids it easily.
Bronson tries a head kick but it misses.
It looked like Kurri wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A leg kick checked by Kurri.
Kurri shoots in but no luck this time. #T1#
Kurri throws a lazy right hand but Bronson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bronson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kurri.
Bronson moves out of range of the strikes.
Bronson misses with a looping right.#TD#
Kurri closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bronson did well to prevent Kurri getting side control.
Bronson tries to roll over but Kurri keeps him under control.
Bronson is controlling Kurri's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Bronson is trying to get back to full guard.
Kurri works his way into side control.
Bronson tries to improve position but can't. #T2#
Bronson is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Kurri's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Bronson trying to control here. #SUB#
Kurri is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bronson sees it coming and defends easily.
Bronson wants to get back to full guard.
Bronson taking some punishment here, with Kurri in his half guard. #SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but Bronson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kurri to get the leverage.
Bronson is trying is best to control the position here.
Kurri working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Bronson is defending against the submission attempts here by Kurri.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bronson wants to control but Kurri is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3#
Bronson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Bronson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Bronson passes Kurri's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Kurri is looking for a sweep. Bronson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bronson controlling the action here.
Kurri moves into full guard. #T4##SUB#
Kurri looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Bronson passes into side control.
Bronson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kurri keeps working.
A lull in the action here as Bronson stalls from top position.
Kurri is trying to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bronson passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Kurri!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Don Bronson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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!#R5#
Kurri throws a poor cross that misses
and Bronson counters with a straight right hand.
Bronson misses with a head kick.
Bronson blocks the body kick.
Kurri tries to move into range but Bronson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kurri misses with a double jab.
Bronson feints and then cracks Kurri's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kurri down.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Bronson.
Kurri misses with a straight right.
Bronson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kurri.
Bronson only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Bronson misses with a body kick.
Bronson smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri thuds his right hand into Bronson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kurri's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bronson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kurri scrambles back to his feet.
Bronson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bronson dips to his left and cracks Kurri with an uppercut!
Nice takedown defense from Bronson. No joy for Kurri on that attempt. #T1#
A jab lands there for Bronson.
Kurri with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bronson counters with a thumping low kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tatu Kurri. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bronson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kurri.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Bronson lands a jab to the nose.
Kurri moves out of range as Bronson throws a body kick.
Kurri jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bronson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bronson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bronson works Kurri's body with a nice hook.
Kurri misses with a looping left.
Bronson stuffs the takedown.
Bronson tests Kurri's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Good shot there by Bronson.
Kurri misses with a straight left.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bronson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kurri.
Kurri tries to bum rush Bronson with a series of wild strikes but Bronson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T2#
Kurri lands with an uppercut that bounces Bronson off the cage and back into range.
Bronson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kurri.
Bronson flicks out a counter leg kick but Kurri steps away.
Bronson ducks under a wild hook from Kurri.
Kurri ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bronson scores with a leg kick.
Kurri misses with a right hand
and Bronson counters with a stiff right hand.
Kurri throws a poor cross that misses
and Bronson counters with a nice body shot.
Bronson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kurri shoots in for a takedown but Bronson shows good takedown defense.
Bronson jabs at Kurri's body.
Bronson cracks Kurri with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bronson keeps Kurri at a distance using the push kick.
Bronson thows a body kick. Kurri tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Bronson looks to land a body kick but Kurri moved away.
Bronson walks into a jab.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bronson. That's going to slow Kurri down.
Kurri looks to throw the jab but Bronson is out of range. #T3#
Bronson throws a nice looking combination but Kurri bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kurri walks into a straight right hand from Bronson.
Bronson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bronson with a jab.
Kurri looks to score with a jab to the body but Bronson is just out of range.
Bronson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bronson stuffs the takedown.
Kurri connects with a right hand. Bronson shakes it off.
Kurri cracks Bronson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kurri keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bronson.
Bronson lands a jab.
Nice shot by Bronson.
Kurri lands a lovely overhand right.
Kurri misses with a head kick.
Bronson blocks a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kurri fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bronson manages to avoid it.#T4#
Bronson slips a straight right by Kurri.
Bronson connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kurri. Kurri circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kurri looks to throw the jab but Bronson is out of range.
Bronson throws a front kick aimed at Kurri's knee but Kurri avoids it well.
Kurri misses with a hook.
Bronson tests Kurri's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kurri scores with a three punch combo!
Bronson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bronson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kurri doesn't seem bothered though.
Bronson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bronson is looking to clinch but Kurri is avoiding it.
Kurri fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bronson avoids it really well and circles away.
Tatu Kurri has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kurri throws a series of punches but Bronson avoids them all with ease.
Don Bronson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kurri ducks right into an uppercut from Bronson.

And that's the end of the fight!
Don Bronson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bronson has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 46:50
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 49:48
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 46:50

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Don Bronson!
Don Bronson spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
The defeated Tatu Kurri had this to say: 'ggwp'.

Event: JAG Sunmer Madness 1
Date: Aug 01, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Matusov drives through with a takedown into Kurri's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kurri not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Matusov tries to free his leg and advance position but Kurri is retaining full guard.
Kurri will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Matusov looking to pass the guard.
Matusov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Matusov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Matusov preventing the sweep.
Matusov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matusov trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurri trying to control the position. #T1#
Matusov trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurri wants to sweep here but Matusov controlling him for the moment.
Matusov looking to pass the guard.
Kurri not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Matusov looking to score a takedown here. Kurri is defending well but Matusov drives through and ends up in Kurri's guard.
Kurri keeping moving, preventing Matusov from controlling successfully.
Matusov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kurri swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kurri lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Matusov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kurri can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kurri keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Matusov's head.#T2#
Kurri lands a couple of digs.
Kurri looking to pass the guard.
Matusov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kurri working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Matusov 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#
Matusov moves into full mount! Kurri won't be happy about that!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kurri tries to reverse the position but Matusov maintains control.
Matusov tries to control but Kurri wriggling away.
Kurri is trying to escape the mount.
Kurri tries to hold on but Matusov postures up.
Matusov throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier. #T3#
Kurri tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Matusov mounts Kurri! Really nice guard pass there!
Matusov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kurri is looking to escape.
Matusov is trying to take his opponent's back.
Kurri is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Kurri is working hard here to advance position.
Matusov tries to control but Kurri wriggling away.
Kurri stops Matusov from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T4#
Matusov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kurri is looking to escape.
Kurri is desperately trying to improve his position but Matusov has a good base and remains in mount.
Kurri is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at K.O Heaven, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Kurri wants to control but Matusov is having none of it.
Matusov is trying to take his opponent's back.
Kurri is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Matusov avoids the attempt from Kurri to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Matusov wants to take Kurri's back here but Kurri is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Matusov wants to control the pace but Kurri is squirming around nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boris Matusov dominated that round.
That's time! Kurri's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Kurri lands a glancing blow to the side of Matusov's head.#TD2#
Matusov feints and as Kurri raises his hands in defense, Matusov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Matusov preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Kurri is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Matusov defends well.
Kurri keeping moving, preventing Matusov from controlling successfully.
Matusov looking to sit in guard and control but Kurri gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Matusov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kurri manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB2#
Matusov 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.
Matusov trying to control but Kurri is working from the bottom.
Boris Matusov has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Kurri looking to control.
Matusov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kurri swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Kurri working for a triangle but Matusov defends it easily.
Kurri bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Matusov's guard. #REVR#
Matusov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Matusov working for a triangle but Kurri defends it easily.
Kurri engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Matusov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T2##SUB#
Kurri throws his legs up looking for a submission but Matusov uses it to pass to side control.
Kurri is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Matusov is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Kurri tries to hold on but Matusov postures up.
Kurri is looking to improve his position but Matusov isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB2#
Matusov goes for an armbar but Kurri turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Kurri. #SUB2#
Kurri avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Matusov is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Kurri rolls with it to try and escape but Matusov cranks on the arm and Kurri is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Boris Matusov!
The defeated Tatu Kurri had this to say: 'ggwp'.

Event: JAG Steele vs Roach
Date: Jun 20, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kurri closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Smith misses the shot to the body.
Kurri feinted with a counter takedown.
The fight stays on the outside here - Smith looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Smith misses the shot to the body.
Kurri attempts a counter takedown but Smith avoids it well and moves away.
Smith misses with a right hand #TD#
and Kurri counters with a single leg into guard. Smith didn't expect that. #SUB#
Kurri drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Smith manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Kurri has Smith in his guard.#REVB#
Kurri manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Smith manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Smith can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Kurri 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.
Kurri looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T1#
Kurri with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kurri content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kurri with a nice head shot there.
Kurri trying to control but Smith is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Kurri drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kurri jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Kurri with a nice head shot there.
Kurri throwing strikes but missing. #T2#
Kurri makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Smith keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully.
Smith wants to stand but Kurri is controlling the position.
Smith preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kurri is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kurri tries to free his leg and advance position but Smith is retaining full guard.
Kurri 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.
Smith trying to keep a closed guard but Kurri is proving a slippery customer.
Smith looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Kurri puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #SUB#
Kurri is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T3#
Kurri thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Smith's head. #SUB#
Kurri 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.
Kurri frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Smith working to try and regain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Kurri looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here. #SUB#
Kurri is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Smith has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Smith really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kurri. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Smith slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Kurri has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Kurri trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kurri unloads with some shots from mount but Smith bucks and avoids them well.
Smith holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Kurri tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tatu Kurri dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Smith lands with an overhand left.
Smith throws a looping overhand right but Kurri ducks down to avoid it.
Smith tries to clinch there but Kurri circles away.
Smith throws a series of punches but Kurri avoids them all with ease.
Smith swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kurri half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Smith throws a jab but it's blocked by Kurri.
Kurri shoots in for a takedown but Smith shows good takedown defense. #TD#
Kurri shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Smith tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Kurri manages to move to mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T1#
Kurri lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Kurri has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Smith's face.
Smith taking shots to the head.
Kurri landing strikes from the mount and Smith is in trouble! #SUB#
Kurri has control of Smith's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Smith regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Kurri connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Kurri lands a big elbow.
Kurri is in the full mount, landing strikes. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kurri looking to finish with strikes here!
Kurri is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smith can do to turn this around?
Kurri landing strikes from the mount.
Kurri lands with some strikes.
Kurri is in the full mount, landing strikes. #SUB#
Kurri swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Smith is now in Kurri's guard. A big mistake from Kurri there, giving up the dominant position!
Smith won't allow Kurri to sweep him here.
Kurri manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Smith manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Kurri pushes down on Smith's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Kurri scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T3#
Kurri throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Smith is staying active underneath Kurri, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Smith blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kurri. #SUB#
Kurri is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Smith is just riding it out for now. Kurri eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Kurri seems to be working for a kimura but Smith defends the submission attempt.
Kurri seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Smith does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kurri wants to pass to mount but Smith is defending the position. #SUB#
Kurri is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kurri takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kurri passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Smith!
Kurri putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Kurri with the ground and pound from mount.
Kurri trying to control but he's not successful this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tatu Kurri dominated that second round.
That's time! Kurri's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Smith lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kurri at a distance.
Smith misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kurri.
Kurri changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Smith loads up on a big right hand but Kurri slips the punch.
Smith will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kurri tries to counter with a takedown but Smith is quick to defend against it.#TD#
Kurri manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Smith on his heels. He'll look to pass Smith's guard now, I'm sure.
Smith avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith controls Kurri momentarily but Kurri frees himself.
Kurri missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kurri postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T1#
Kurri with a flurry of punches that miss.
Smith is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kurri makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kurri trying to control but Smith is working from the bottom.
Kurri stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Smith swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kurri with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kurri is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kurri looking to pass the guard.
Kurri is looking to work some ground and pound but Smith has wrist control.
Chad Smith has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kurri is pushing down on Smith's leg trying to pass to half guard. Smith is fighting to maintain full guard but Kurri has managed to sneak the leg through.
Kurri is nestled in close to Smith, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Tatu Kurri overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Still in half guard, Kurri seems content to control.
Kurri scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Kurri is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Kurri with good strikes from the mount here!
Kurri scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Smith? #SUB#
Kurri with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter. #SUB#
Kurri working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T3#
Kurri is landing with some decent strikes but Smith is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Kurri lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Smith hang on?
Kurri avoids the attempt from Smith to control.
Kurri landing shots from mount. #SUB#
Kurri moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Smith has worked his arm free - good work by Smith! #SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Smith has escaped the position, nice work there.
Smith is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4##SUB#
Kurri tries for a kimura but Smith is defending well.
Kurri tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #SUB#
Kurri working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kurri working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tatu Kurri!
A pretty intense looking Tatu Kurri took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.

Event: JAG Plus
Date: May 09, 2020

#R1#
Peterson ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Peterson tries to bum rush Kurri with a series of wild strikes but Kurri uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kurri changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Peterson takes a swing at Kurri's ribcage but misses.
Kurri showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Peterson. #TD#
Kurri changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Peterson looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Peterson tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Kurri wants to take Peterson's back but he can't do it this time.
Kurri scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Peterson?
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!
Kurri with a couple of short strikes.
Kurri definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB#
Peterson defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Kurri.
Peterson manages to regain half guard. Good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Peterson tries to roll over but Kurri keeps him under control.
Kurri has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T1#
Nice strikes from Kurri there.
Kurri working over Peterson with some ground and pound. Peterson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura here.
Peterson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Peterson has hold of Kurri's hands but Kurri slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Peterson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kurri's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kurri's back!
Peterson controlling well, preventing Kurri from escaping the position.
Kurri covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head.
Kurri staying busy and making it hard for Peterson to control. #T2#
Peterson connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Kurri to escape the position.
Peterson is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Peterson gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Peterson gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Peterson apologises and we restart here on the feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kurri moves out of range as Peterson strikes.
Peterson cracks Kurri with an open hand slap.#TD2#
Peterson bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
You can see the frustration on Kurri's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Peterson lands a decent elbow from side control.
Kurri is trying to control Peterson's posture but Peterson avoids it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kurri is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Peterson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Kurri looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Peterson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kurri tries to get to full guard but Peterson has control of the leg. #T3#
Peterson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kurri is holding on to half guard well.
Kurri blocking the ground and pound attempt from Peterson.
Kurri makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kurri.
Kurri looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kurri keeping full guard, as Peterson tries to pass.
Kurri is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Peterson won't allow Kurri to sweep him here.
Kurri is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kurri tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Peterson is working Kurri over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Peterson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Peterson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Peterson scoring with some ground and pound.
Peterson looking to pass the guard.
Kurri is adopting a defensive guard.
Peterson throws a big elbow that misses.
Peterson postures up in Kurri's guard and throws a big left but Kurri blocks it.
Peterson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Peterson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Peterson is in close to Kurri's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kurri keeping moving, preventing Peterson from controlling successfully.
Kurri is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dylan Peterson dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Nice body punch from Peterson.
Peterson cracks Kurri with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kurri throws a jab but it's blocked by Peterson.
Peterson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kurri was well out of range. Poor timing from Peterson.
Peterson misses with an uppercut. Kurri saw that one coming.#TD2#
Peterson gets the takedown into side control.
Kurri can't do much from the bottom here.
Peterson scores with a couple of short elbows.
Peterson scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Kurri to see if he's OK.
Kurri tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
Dylan Peterson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Peterson is looking to take a break and control but Kurri is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Peterson working the ground and pound from side control.#T1#
Kurri sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Peterson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kurri manages to get to full guard.
Peterson is working Kurri over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Peterson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kurri tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kurri lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Kurri passes into half guard.
Peterson is looking to escape.
Peterson tries to roll over but Kurri keeps him under control.
Kurri lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T2#
Kurri is looking to take a break and control but Peterson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kurri frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Kurri scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Peterson?
Peterson is desperately trying to improve his position but Kurri has a good base and remains in mount.
Kurri lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Peterson hang on?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Peterson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kurri landing punches.
Peterson is looking to get to half guard.
Kurri scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Peterson?
Kurri punishing his opponent with strikes. #T3##SUB#
Kurri working for a submission but Peterson is keeping him at bay.
Kurri scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Peterson?
Peterson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kurri lands a nice shot to the head.
Peterson is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Kurri with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Kurri looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here. #SUB#
Kurri is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Peterson is surviving well by controlling Kurri's body position as best he can.
Peterson is working to get back to half guard. #T4#
Kurri cracks Peterson with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Kurri prevents Peterson from getting the reversal.
Kurri is landing with some decent strikes but Peterson is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Peterson is in all sorts of trouble here.
Kurri is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Kurri fails to take his opponent's back.
The referee warns Peterson that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Peterson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
A nice elbow there by Kurri.#SUB#
Kurri working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tatu Kurri dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Peterson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kurri.
Peterson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kurri looks for a takedown but Peterson sprawls well.#TD2#
Peterson shoots in and gets a takedown into Kurri's guard.
Peterson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kurri 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#
Peterson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kurri is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Peterson is trying to get back to full guard.#T1##SUB#
Kurri wants to work for an arm triangle but Peterson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are battling for position here. Peterson manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kurri makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Peterson trying to strike off his back.
Kurri looking to sit in guard and control but Peterson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Kurri pulls Peterson in close to prevent any damage.
Peterson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kurri is trying to control the position but Peterson postures up.
Peterson is working Kurri over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Peterson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
Peterson wants to pass the guard but Kurri is keeping the position.
Peterson working some strikes from top position.
Kurri bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Peterson's guard. #REVR#
Peterson keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully.
Kurri is working Peterson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB#
Kurri drops back, looking for a kneebar! Peterson looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Peterson looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Peterson! #REVB##SUB2#
Peterson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Peterson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Kurri regains half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Peterson lands a nice short elbow.
Kurri is trying to control but can't. #T3#
Kurri is looking to improve his position.
Peterson is looking to stall here but Kurri recovers full guard.
Peterson scoring with some ground and pound.
Kurri looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Peterson throws a big elbow that misses.
Kurri seems keen to control Peterson's posture.
Peterson passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Kurri tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Peterson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Peterson misses with the ground and pound.
Peterson cracks Kurri with a big elbow. #T4#
Kurri tries to buck Peterson off but Peterson is having none of it.
Kurri wants to control but Peterson postures up.
Peterson looks up at the clock and then as Kurri takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Peterson smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Kurri taking a bit of punishment here - Peterson scoring with strikes.
An elbow from Peterson crashes against the mat.
Peterson landing strikes.
Kurri manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Peterson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kurri's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kurri's back!
Peterson gets his hands free as Kurri looks to control.
Peterson gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
Peterson is trying to stick to Kurri's back but Kurri is turning into Peterson. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Peterson's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Kurri.
Kurri tries to free his leg and advance position but Peterson is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Peterson working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Kurri has passed into half guard!
Peterson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB#
Kurri is working for a kimura but Peterson is defending it quite comfortably.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dylan Peterson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Peterson 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dylan Peterson!
Our winner, Dylan Peterson, 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.
Tatu Kurri was interviewed post fight and said 'ggwp'.

Event: JAG Onslaught
Date: Mar 28, 2020

#R1#
Raga swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Kurri counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kurri.
Kurri throws a big elbow that misses.
Kurri trying to control the position from guard on top but Raga is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurri lands a couple of digs.
Raga might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Raga is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Raga tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Raga manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kurri manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Kurri 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#
Kurri seems to be working for a kimura but Raga defends the submission attempt.
Raga wants to control but Kurri is keeping busy. #T1#
Kurri looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Raga with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Raga tries to get to full guard but Kurri has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Kurri is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Raga is just riding it out for now. Kurri eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kurri looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Raga wants to get back to full guard.
Raga trying to control from the bottom.
Raga is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a kimura here. #T2#
Kurri 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 fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kurri controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Kurri is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Raga has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kurri is working away from the top position though.
Raga trying to get back to full guard but Kurri takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Kurri with a couple of short strikes.#T3##SUB2#
Kurri goes for an armbar but Raga turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Raga.
Raga trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurri is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Raga throwing strikes but missing.
Kurri managing to control the position.
Raga working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kurri's head.#SUB2#
Kurri is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Raga has his hands clasped together but Kurri extends and breaks Raga's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Kurri.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, KOMBAT KLOTHING for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: JAG Garuda vs Raper
Date: Feb 29, 2020

#R1#
Kurri closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kluba throws a shot from downtown. Kurri moves away and avoids it.#TD2#
Kluba gets caught flat footed, as Kurri shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kurri's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kurri throwing strikes from guard but Kluba blocks nicely.
Kluba keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully.
Kluba wants to sweep but no luck.
Kluba is trying to control the position but Kurri postures up.
Kurri loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri won't allow Kluba to sweep him here.
Kluba is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kurri tries to free his leg and advance position but Kluba is retaining full guard.
Kurri has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kurri postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kurri is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Kurri trying to control but Kluba is working from the bottom.
Kluba utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #ES#
Kluba has his feet on Kurri's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #TD2#
Kluba gets caught napping as Kurri dives in and scores a takedown. Kluba manages to retain guard.
Kluba seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Kurri won't allow Kluba to sweep him here.
Kurri works over Kluba with some ground and pound from guard.
Kurri lands a couple of digs.
Kurri controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kluba keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully. #T2#
Kluba preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kurri trying to control but Kluba is working from the bottom.
Kurri landing some decent shots from guard.
Kurri trying to control the position from guard on top but Kluba is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurri in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kurri is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Kluba is trying to control the position but Kurri postures up.
Kluba wants to sweep but no luck.
Kurri wants to control from the top but Kluba keeps moving.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T3#
Kurri looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kurri with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Kurri pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kluba is keeping the position for now.
Kluba keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully.
Kurri tries to free his leg and advance position but Kluba is retaining full guard.
Kluba is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kluba swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD2#
and Kurri counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Kurri throwing shots but Kluba is blocking nicely.
Kluba gets back to full guard. #T4#
Kluba has momentary wrist control but Kurri slips an elbow through the middle.
Kluba pulls Kurri in close to prevent any damage.
Kluba looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kurri slips nicely into half guard.
Kluba won't allow Kurri to pass to mount.
Kurri scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Kurri lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Kurri seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Kluba is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: JAG Phol vs Aorigele
Date: Feb 01, 2020

#R1#
Quinteros ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kurri moves away.
Quinteros swinging wildly here.
Kurri misses with a straight left.
Quinteros loads up on a big right hand but Kurri slips the punch.
Kurri goes for a double leg but Quinteros avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Quinteros continues to drive forward.
Quinteros swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Quinteros throws a shot from downtown. Kurri moves away and avoids it.
Quinteros misses with a left hand
enabling Kurri to counter with a crisp jab.
Quinteros misses with the combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Quinteros misses with a double jab.
Kurri has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT2#
It looks like Tatu Kurri has been cut.
A jab lands there for Quinteros.
We've been hearing reports that Kurri has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Quinteros misses with a wild body shot.
Kurri is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Quinteros.#T1#
A big right from Quinteros misses.
Kurri changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Quinteros misses with a straight left. #KD2#
Quinteros drops Kurri with a beautiful combination! Kurri stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Quinteros is looking for the KO!#ROC2#
Kurri is rocked!
Kurri leaves his chin hanging out and Quinteros seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Kurri crumbles to the floor in a heap, and the referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nelson Quinteros!
Nelson Quinteros decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Tatu Kurri was interviewed post fight and said 'ggwp'.

Event: JAG III
Date: Jan 11, 2020

#R1#
Dramicanin misses the jab.
Kurri is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Dorde Dramicanin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jab by Kurri.
Dramicanin fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#CL#
Dramicanin instigates a clinch.
Dramicanin stops a takedown attempt from Kurri.
Kurri tries to score a body lock takedown but Dramicanin shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Dramicanin scores with a shot to the side of Kurri's head.
Kurri tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dramicanin smiles and moves away.
Dorde Dramicanin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #T1#
Kurri lands the left hand.
Kurri scores with a one two! Dramicanin had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Dramicanin dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kurri on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #KD#
Dramicanin cracks Kurri with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Dramicanin has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Kurri to stand back up!#CUT#
It looks like Tatu Kurri has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dramicanin drops Kurri with a naaaaasty hook - Kurri is in real trouble here! Dramicanin dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dorde Dramicanin!
Dorde Dramicanin took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing for their support in the buildup to the fight.
The defeated Tatu Kurri had this to say: 'ggwp'.

Event: JAG Face-off
Date: Dec 21, 2019

#R1#
Proudmoore misses with a looping right.
Kurri fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kurri bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kurri keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Proudmoore lands with an overhand left.
Jacob Proudmoore seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kurri avoids the body shot from Proudmoore.
A counter left hand to the body from Kurri misses its target.
Kurri has been working on his boxing with his coaches at K.O Heaven in the buildup to the fight.
Proudmoore missing with a left hand there. Kurri was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kurri was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#TD#
Kurri looking to score a takedown here. Proudmoore is defending well but Kurri drives through and ends up in Proudmoore's guard.
Proudmoore looking for a sweep. Not yet Proudmoore, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kurri trying to control but Proudmoore is working from the bottom.
Kurri postures up and lands a big shot to Proudmoore's brow.
Kurri trying to control but Proudmoore is working from the bottom. #T1#
Proudmoore not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kurri wants to control from the top but Proudmoore keeps moving.
Proudmoore trying to keep a closed guard but Kurri is proving a slippery customer.
Kurri throwing strikes from guard but Proudmoore blocks nicely.
Kurri is stalling in the full guard.
Kurri throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Proudmoore keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully.
Kurri throws a big elbow that misses.
Kurri passes Proudmoore's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Proudmoore really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kurri. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kurri wants to pass the guard but Proudmoore is defending well. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kurri lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Proudmoore has hold of Kurri's hands but Kurri slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Kurri looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Proudmoore with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Kurri is looking to take a break and control but Proudmoore is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Proudmoore wants to control but Kurri is keeping busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Proudmoore moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kurri slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Proudmoore can't do much from the bottom here.
Proudmoore is trying to improve his position.
Kurri in side control lands a decent elbow. #T3##SUB#
Kurri working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Proudmoore is not content to let Kurri control the position.
Proudmoore wants to control but Kurri postures up.#SUB#
Kurri swings around for an armbar but Proudmoore sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Kurri's guard.
Kurri wants to sweep but no luck.
Kurri 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.
Kurri looking to control.
Proudmoore wants to get up but he can't break Kurri's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Proudmoore stopping the sweep attempt from Kurri.
Proudmoore looking to pass the guard.
Kurri controls Proudmoore momentarily but Proudmoore frees himself. #T4#
Proudmoore wants to pass the guard but Kurri is keeping the position.#SUB#
Kurri is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Proudmoore defends well.#SUB#
Kurri looking for a triangle here. Proudmoore is fighting it but it looks tight! Kurri pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Proudmoore is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Tatu Kurri!
A very excited looking Tatu Kurri rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: Gladitorius Maximus: Legends
Date: Nov 30, 2019

#R1#
Good shot there by Harper.
Harper cracks Kurri with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Harper misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Kurri counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Harper controls Kurri momentarily but Kurri frees himself.
Kurri trying to control but Harper is working from the bottom.
My spies in K.O Heaven inform me that Kurri has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Harper looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kurri is one step ahead there.
Kurri showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kurri connects with a couple of short punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri stopping the sweep attempt from Harper.#SUB#
Harper escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kurri gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kurri is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Kurri landing with the ground and pound.
Harper looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kurri wants to control from the top but Harper keeps moving.
Kurri's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Harper is looking for a triangle but Kurri pushes his legs off easily.
Kurri 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.
Kurri is pushing down on Harper's leg trying to pass to half guard. Harper is fighting to maintain full guard but Kurri has managed to sneak the leg through.
Kurri prevents Harper from improving his position.
Harper on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T2#
Kurri lands with a punch from half guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kurri is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Harper tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kurri lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Harper wants to control but Kurri is having none of it.
Kurri raining down hammerfists from mount.
Kurri has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kurri controlling the position easily from mount.
Kurri wants to control the pace but Harper is squirming around nicely.
Harper is trying to escape the mount.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kurri connects with a couple of good shots from mount. #T3#
Kurri trying to control but Harper is having none of it.
Harper taking shots to the head.
Kurri fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Kurri raining down shots from the mount!
Kurri raining down hammerfists from mount.
Kurri lands a couple of good shots and Harper has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Harper covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head. #SUB2#
Kurri is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #SUB2#
Kurri working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Harper is doing well to defend. Kurri seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Harper is forced to tap and this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: EFC Trudeau vs Matusov 2
Date: Oct 26, 2019

#R1#
Kurri just misses with a punch to the body. #TD2#
Minasian throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Kurri was covering up waiting for the punch and Minasian finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurri looking to control.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Minasian preventing the sweep.
Kurri seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minasian trying to control but Kurri is working from the bottom.
Kurri is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Minasian controlling from the top position.
Kurri looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Minasian told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#T1##SUB#
Kurri working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Minasian doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Kurri is tightening it up a little... Minasian has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Minasian reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Minasian taps out! Nice BJJ there by Kurri!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Kato logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: EFC Thompson vs Castillo
Date: Oct 05, 2019

#R1#
A shot to the liver by Gallagher. Beautiful body shot.
Kurri shoots in but Gallagher avoids the takedown attempt easily.
The fighters circling - Gallagher throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gallagher looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Gallagher lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kurri fails to land with a series of punches.
Kurri lands a two punch combo.
Gallagher darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kurri takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Frank Gallagher seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gallagher listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gallagher scores with a hook.
Gallagher fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
It looked like Kurri was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Gallagher.
Nice uppercut there from Gallagher.
Gallagher throws a hook but Kurri avoids it easily.
Gallagher fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T1#
Gallagher waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kurri.
Gallagher cracks Kurri with a good jab.
Kurri shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Gallagher sprawls well. Gallagher wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kurri gets slowly back to his feet.
A little jabbing left from Gallagher on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD#
Kurri shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Kurri lands a couple of elbows.
Kurri postures up.
Gallagher wants to stand and escape but Kurri is having none of it.
Kurri slips nicely into half guard.
Gallagher tries to get to full guard but Kurri has control of the leg.
Gallagher keeps trying to improve his position.
We've been hearing good reports from Kurri's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T2##SUB#
Kurri is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gallagher sees it coming and defends easily.
Kurri working over Gallagher with some ground and pound. Gallagher looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Gallagher is not content to let Kurri control the position.
Gallagher 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.
Gallagher trying to control but Kurri postures up.
Gallagher tries to roll over but Kurri keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kurri lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kurri lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kurri is pressing down on Gallagher's thigh, looking to free his foot. Gallagher is holding on for now.
Gallagher trying to control but Kurri postures up.
Ground and pound from Kurri. #SUB#
Kurri is working for a kimura but Gallagher is defending it quite comfortably.
Gallagher has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kurri is working away from the top position though.#T3#
Gallagher is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kurri scores with a couple of nice shots.
Gallagher is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gallagher trying to control from the bottom.
Gallagher wants to improve his position but Kurri is controlling well.
Kurri scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Kurri is keen to just control but Gallagher is a slippery customer.
Kurri is really struggling to control Gallagher but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Gallagher has hold of Kurri's hands but Kurri slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Kurri 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.
Kurri wants to pass to mount but Gallagher is defending the position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kurri connects with a nice short shot to Gallagher's temple.
Gallagher is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Gallagher manages to get to full guard.
Kurri working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kurri trying to control the position from guard on top but Gallagher is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Gallagher looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Gallagher manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kurri manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Kurri seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Kurri looking to control.
Gallagher trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Frank Gallagher will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Gallagher misses with a body shot.
Gallagher lands with a straight right. Kurri didn't see that one coming.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kurri.
Gallagher connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kurri's hands.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kurri.
Kurri slips under a jab from Gallagher.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Gallagher connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kurri scrambles back to his feet.
Gallagher jabs Kurri right on the nose. Kurri blinks but takes it well.
Gallagher throws a jab when Kurri was well out of range.
Kurri was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Gallagher lands with an uppercut that bounces Kurri off the cage and back into range.
Frank Gallagher seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kurri avoids the body shot from Gallagher.
Gallagher has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
A bone on bone clash there as Kurri blocks the leg kick. #TD#
Kurri looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Kurri is thwarting Gallagher's attempts to control the position.
Kurri seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Gallagher is looking for a sweep. Kurri is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kurri 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.
Kurri lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB#
Kurri is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kurri is keen to just control but Gallagher is a slippery customer.
Kurri lands strikes from half guard.
Ground and pound from Kurri.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kurri connects with a nice short shot to Gallagher's temple.
Kurri wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gallagher keeps working. #T2#
Kurri prevents Gallagher from standing back up.
Kurri lands with a punch from half guard.
Tatu Kurri overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kurri controlling the action here. #SUB#
Kurri is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gallagher has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gallagher tries to get to full guard but Kurri has control of the leg.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kurri lands a nice short elbow.
Kurri wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gallagher keeps working. #SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but Gallagher is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kurri to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Gallagher actively working from the bottom here.
Kurri working over Gallagher with some ground and pound. Gallagher looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Gallagher is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but Gallagher is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kurri to get the leverage. #T3#
Gallagher gets full guard.#SUB2#
Gallagher working for a triangle but Kurri defends it easily.
Kurri postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kurri lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Gallagher bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kurri's guard. #REVB#
Kurri pulls Gallagher in close to prevent any damage.
Gallagher postures up in Kurri's guard and throws a big left but Kurri blocks it.
Gallagher is looking to work some ground and pound but Kurri has wrist control.
Gallagher stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kurri swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kurri is pulling down on Gallagher's head. It's preventing any offense from Gallagher, at least for the moment.
Kurri has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T4#
Kurri throwing short punches from the bottom.
Gallagher is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kurri wants to sweep but no luck.
Kurri is working hard here to advance position.
Gallagher wants to control from the top but Kurri keeps moving.
Kurri pulls Gallagher in close to prevent any damage.
Gallagher looking to pass the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Frank Gallagher will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Gallagher misses with an uppercut.
Gallagher scores with a jab to the body.
Gallagher throws the left hand but Kurri avoids the punch easily.
A left lands for Gallagher.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kurri is defended easily by Gallagher.
Kurri on the wrong end of a nice jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri keeps the fight on the outside.
Gallagher tried to score with a low kick but Kurri checks it.#TD#
Kurri gets a double leg takedown into Gallagher's guard.#T1#
Kurri is in close to Gallagher's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Gallagher looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kurri stands up over Gallagher, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kurri working some strikes from top position.
Kurri scoring with punches to the head and body.
Gallagher trying to control the position.
Kurri prevents Gallagher from getting back to his feet.
Gallagher is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Gallagher trying to control the position.
Kurri chips away with some ground and pound.
Kurri trying to control but Gallagher is working from the bottom.
Gallagher controls Kurri momentarily but Kurri frees himself.
Kurri lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kurri trying to control but Gallagher is working from the bottom.
Kurri advances to half guard. #T2#
Kurri lands with a punch from half guard.
Kurri seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Gallagher gets back to full guard.
Kurri postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kurri trying to control but Gallagher is working from the bottom.
Gallagher 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.
Gallagher looking to control.
Gallagher keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully.
Kurri pushing down on Gallagher's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Kurri scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Kurri slips a nice elbow through Gallagher's hands, connecting with Gallagher's forehead.
Kurri lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kurri working over Gallagher with some ground and pound. Gallagher looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Gallagher is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gallagher defends it well. #T3#
Gallagher is trying to get back to full guard.
Kurri landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kurri takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Gallagher is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kurri scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ground and pound from Kurri.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kurri connects with a nice short shot to Gallagher's temple.
Kurri is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Kurri prevents Gallagher from improving his position.
Gallagher is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Gallagher wants to get back to his feet.
Kurri controlling the pace.
Kurri is keen to just control but Gallagher is a slippery customer.#T4#
Gallagher trying to control here.
Gallagher is staying active underneath Kurri, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gallagher tries to roll over but Kurri keeps him under control.
Kurri landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Ground and pound from Kurri.
Kurri trying to pass the guard but Gallagher defending well.
Kurri prevents Gallagher from improving his position.
Kurri lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Gallagher trying to hold on to Kurri's head to control him but Kurri postures up.
Kurri controlling the action here.
Gallagher is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kurri's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kurri's back!

And that's the end of the fight!
Tatu Kurri showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Gallagher 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:28
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Frank Gallagher!
Frank Gallagher thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Tatu Kurri stepped up to the mic, saying 'ggwp'.

Event: EFC Desilva vs Bangsit
Date: Sep 07, 2019

#R1#
Lawrence throws a poor cross that misses #TD2#
and Kurri counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Kurri is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lawrence sees it coming and defends easily.
Kurri lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Kurri is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kurri is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Lawrence in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Kurri takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Kurri lands a big elbow.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Kurri is controlling this nicely and is looking to make no mistakes. Lawrence is trying to wiggle out of this horrible position. Lawrence flips to his side and attempts to get a leg in for half guard. Kurri anticipates the leg and manages to get behind Lawrence and secures both hooks! This could be bad! Kurri slips an arm under Lawrence chin and tries to position for a rear naked choke. Kurri has worked the choke in now and it looks tight. Kurri is squeezing on Lawrence like an anaconda would it's prey. Lawrence fails to tap and has fallen unconscious! We've got ourselves a winner by way of a rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tatu Kurri!
A very excited looking Tatu Kurri 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.
The defeated Johnny Lawrence had this to say: 'Hey Johnny! You're a cream puff!'.

Event: EFC Matusov vs Kurri
Date: Aug 10, 2019

#R1##TD#
Matusov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kurri to the ground. Matusov is now in Kurri's guard.
Kurri is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kurri's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Matusov wants to pass the guard but Kurri is keeping the position.
Kurri bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Matusov's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Kurri is sitting in close to Matusov's body. Matusov has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Kurri is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Kurri is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Matusov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Boris Matusov!
Tatu Kurri spoke after the fight, saying 'ggwp'.

Event: EFC Boxer vs Anderson
Date: Jul 06, 2019

#R1##TD#
Kurri scores with a takedown into Minasian's guard.
Kurri throwing strikes but missing.
Kurri scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kurri content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2#
Kurri has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Minasian to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Kurri is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Minasian pulls down on the head and he's put Kurri to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Tigran Minasian!
The defeated Tatu Kurri had this to say: 'ggwp'.

Event: EFC Maeda vs Rua
Date: Jun 08, 2019

#R1#
Kurri gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dudley.
Kurri misses with a takedown attempt - Dudley sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jab by Dudley.
A punch lands to the side of Kurri 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The fighters circle momentarily. Dudley darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dudley misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kurri.
Kurri shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Dudley but Dudley pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T1#
Kurri throws out a leg kick but Dudley moves out of range and Kurri only half commits.
Good exchange - Dudley coming out on top.
Kurri tries for a takedown but Dudley circles away easily
and Dudley counters with a straight right hand.
Damian Dudley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.
Kurri slips a jab and a cross from Dudley.
Dudley ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kurri moves away.
And Kurri tries to counter it with a takedown but Dudley pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Dudley lands a right hook to the body.
Dudley lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kurri gets cracked there but stands up to it. #T2#
Dudley looks to land a combination but Kurri avoids it well.
Kurri is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Dudley with a body shot.
Kurri tries for a takedown but Dudley circles away easily
and Dudley connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kurri takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dudley stuffs the takedown attempt from Kurri. Kurri gets slowly back to his feet.
Damian Dudley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dudley stuffs the takedown attempt from Kurri. Kurri gets slowly back to his feet.
Dudley went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T3#
Kurri shoots in looking for a takedown. Dudley tries to sprawl out of it but Kurri keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Dudley manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dudley was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Donk. Dudley catches Kurri right on the button with a cross.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Dudley scores with a jab. Kurri acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Dudley misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Kurri counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kurri. #ES#
Dudley manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#T4##TD2#
Kurri pulls guard effortlessly.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Dudley got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kurri has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dudley has managed to get both his arms back between Kurri's legs - danger averted.
Dudley has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Dudley controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Kurri working for a triangle but Dudley defends it easily.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Dudley showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Dudley stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kurri swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Kurri is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Damian Dudley dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Kurri closes this distance looking for a takedown but Dudley circles away.
Kurri takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Dudley scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kurri avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kurri looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kurri shoots in and drives through. Dudley sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri shoots in but no luck this time.
Dudley is looking for a counter combo.
Damian Dudley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kurri.
It looked like Dudley was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T1##TD2#
Kurri closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Dudley to the mat! Dudley manages to get full guard.
Kurri throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dudley working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kurri.
Tatu Kurri has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kurri connects with a couple of short punches.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kurri accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kurri content to stall in guard here.
Dudley looking for a sweep. Not yet Dudley, not yet.
Dudley utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dudley has his hands on Kurri's head, controlling the position.
Dudley not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T2#
Kurri wants to pass the guard but Dudley is keeping the position.
Kurri advances to half guard.
Kurri prevents Dudley from improving his position.
Kurri trying to control the pace.
Kurri lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Dudley keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kurri winds up and cracks Dudley with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Dudley tries to roll over but Kurri keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dudley defends it well.
Kurri is trying to control the action in half guard but Dudley is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Kurri 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.
Kurri seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dudley does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Dudley tries to get to full guard but Kurri has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Kurri is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dudley is just riding it out for now. Kurri eventually gives up the hold.
Kurri lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB2#
Kurri is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dudley sees it coming and defends easily.
Dudley trying to hold on to Kurri's head to control him but Kurri postures up.
Dudley wants to get back to full guard.
Dudley knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kurri on the ground.#T4#
Kurri is keen to just control but Dudley is a slippery customer.
Kurri wants to free his trapped foot but Dudley is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Dudley is trying is best to control the position here.
Dudley on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Dudley tries to get out of the position.
Dudley is trying to maintain the position but Kurri is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Kurri wants to work for an arm triangle but Dudley is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kurri wants to pass the guard but Dudley is defending well.
Kurri looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Dudley is trying to escape back to his feet but Kurri uses the scramble to pass into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dudley is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Kurri's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Kurri working over Dudley with some ground and pound. Dudley looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tatu Kurri showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Kurri fails with a takedown attempt.
Good standup being displayed there by Dudley as he connects with a hook.
Dudley scores with a jab.
A swing and a miss from Dudley.
A little jabbing left from Kurri on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dudley is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kurri can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice straight punches there by Dudley. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Dudley.
Kurri tries for a takedown but Dudley circles away easily
and Dudley counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Kurri with a poor takedown
and Dudley counters with a series of strikes. Kurri will be more careful next time no doubt.
Damian Dudley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.
Dudley shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Kurri eats them both and turns towards Dudley to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Kurri tries for a takedown but Dudley circles away easily
and Dudley counters with a one-two to the body.
Kurri takes a swing at Dudley's ribcage but misses.
Kurri fails with the takedown.#T2##TD2#
Kurri gets a double leg takedown into Dudley's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dudley is adopting a defensive guard.
Dudley looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kurri is one step ahead there.
Dudley being controlled here, momentarily.
Dudley is trying to control the position but Kurri postures up. #SUB2#
Kurri drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Dudley dives on top into guard.#REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Kurri is looking to cinch up a triangle. Dudley throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Kurri's body to avoid the submission. Kurri has instead reached around Dudley's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Kurri arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Tatu Kurri!
After winning the bout, Tatu Kurri thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: DSC STRIKE 51
Date: Apr 27, 2019

#R1##TD#
Kurri throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Cross was covering up waiting for the punch and Kurri finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Kurri is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Kurri 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.
Kurri 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.
Cross being controlled here, momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kurri 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. #T1#
Kurri with a nice head shot there.
Kurri content to stall in guard here.
Cross working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kurri.
Kurri is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kurri pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cross is keeping the position for now.
Kurri is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kurri wants to pass the guard but Cross is keeping the position.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Kurri controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kurri stands and throws Cross's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kurri trying to control the position but Cross is working away.
Kurri misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards. #SUB#
Kurri looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kurri creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Cross sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #T3#
Kurri takes a little break here. Cross wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Kurri working the body and head with strikes. #SUB#
Kurri has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Cross is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Kurri yanks on the arm and Cross is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Kurri.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri retains his welterweight title!
Our winner, Tatu Kurri, 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: DSC STRIKE 46
Date: Mar 30, 2019

#R1#
Kurri ducks right into an uppercut from Toriyama.
Kurri moves out of range as Toriyama strikes.
Kurri avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A nice side step and Kurri releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Toriyama tries to clinch up but Kurri circles away and keeps his distance.#TD2#
Kurri 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.#SUB2#
Kurri drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Toriyama dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Toriyama wants to get up but he can't break Kurri's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Toriyama knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kurri on the ground.#SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a triangle but Toriyama pushes his legs off easily.
Toriyama has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Kurri is proving hard to escape from. #SUB2#
Kurri is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kurri trying to keep a closed guard but Toriyama is proving a slippery customer. #T1#
Kurri looking for a sweep. Not yet Kurri, not yet. #SU#
Toriyama gets to his feet. Kurri looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
We've been told by Toriyama's head coaches at Death Valley Training Facility that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kurri misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Toriyama connects with the punch.
Toriyama connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#TD2#
Kurri closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Toriyama did well to prevent Kurri getting side control.#SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but Toriyama is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kurri to get the leverage.
Kurri throws a strike but Toriyama avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Kurri in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kurri lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kurri trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Toriyama manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Kurri has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at K.O Heaven. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a triangle but Toriyama pushes his legs off easily.
Toriyama has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Kurri throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Toriyama wants to get up but he can't break Kurri's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Kurri has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SU#
Toriyama gets to his feet - Kurri follows without any prompting.
Toriyama scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CUT#
It looks like Tatu Kurri has been cut.
Toriyama misses with a head kick.
Toriyama displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kurri.
Toriyama connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kurri's hands.
Toriyama lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Toriyama.#T3#
Kurri gets cracked there but stands up to it. #ROC#
Kurri is rocked!
Kurri changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Toriyama tries to avoid it but Kurri manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Toriyama to the ground. Toriyama escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kurri is still on wobbly legs! Can Toriyama finish him?
Taiga Toriyama has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.
Toriyama throws a sloppy head kick and Kurri moves out of range easily.
It seemed like Kurri was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kurri seems to have recovered his senses.
Toriyama lands with a right hand.
Kurri throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Toriyama's waist but Toriyama gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kurri off to one side.
Toriyama throws a sloppy head kick and Kurri moves out of range easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kurri! But no joy.
Toriyama works Kurri's body with a nice hook.
A jab from Toriyama misses.
Kurri stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Toriyama.
Toriyama tries to clinch but Kurri is having none of it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Toriyama darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Toriyama slaps away a takedown attempt from Kurri, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T4#
Toriyama lands a glancing blow to the side of Kurri's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circling - Kurri throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The fight stays on the outside here - Toriyama looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#TD2#
Kurri throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Toriyama tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kurri is in Toriyama's guard.
Toriyama avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kurri 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.
Kurri loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kurri postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taiga Toriyama dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tatu Kurri's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Toriyama scores with a sloppy right hand. Kurri should have avoided that one.
Toriyama misses with a head kick.
Kurri flicks out a counter leg kick but Toriyama steps away.
Toriyama will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Toriyama scores with a hook.
Toriyama tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kurri swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A countering left hand to the body from Kurri misses.
Toriyama throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kurri doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Toriyama counters with a three punch combo that has Kurri backing up. Kurri nods at Toriyama to acknowledge the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toriyama throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kurri uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Toriyama.
Taiga Toriyama is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A swing and a miss from Toriyama.
Kurri is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#T1#
Kurri shoots in for a takedown but Toriyama shows good takedown defense.
Toriyama misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Toriyama fails with an attempt to clinch.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kurri checks a leg kick.
Toriyama lands a head kick! #TD2#
Kurri drives through with a takedown into Toriyama's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Toriyama keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully.
Kurri content to stall in guard here.
Kurri trying to control but Toriyama is working from the bottom. #T2#
Kurri is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Kurri in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Tatu Kurri has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kurri wants to pass the guard but Toriyama is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kurri missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Kurri trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Toriyama manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Kurri working a defensive guard here.
Toriyama wants to stand and escape but instead Kurri has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kurri throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
Kurri is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kurri wants to control from the top but Toriyama keeps moving.
Kurri working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kurri is looking to pass into half guard but Toriyama pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Toriyama is in guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Toriyama defends well.
Kurri 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.
Toriyama wants to stand but Kurri is controlling his posture from full guard. #T4##SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Toriyama defends well.
Kurri 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.#SU#
Toriyama gets to his feet - Kurri follows without any prompting.
Taiga Toriyama is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Toriyama tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kurri swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Taiga Toriyama seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Toriyama connects with a right hand. Kurri shakes it off.
A big left from Toriyama misses.
Kurri with the counter takedown but Toriyama avoids it easily.
Toriyama tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kurri swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Toriyama clinches with his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taiga Toriyama dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Tatu Kurri's cut.
That's time! Toriyama's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Kurri shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Toriyama sprawls well. Toriyama wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kurri gets slowly back to his feet.
Kurri looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Toriyama misses with a telegraphed body shot #TD2#
and Kurri counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Kurri tries to pass to full mount but Toriyama defends it.
Kurri trying to control the action but Toriyama is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T1#
Kurri missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Kurri is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Toriyama sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Kurri seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Kurri 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.
Kurri is stalling here. Toriyama is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Kurri seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Toriyama has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T2##SU#
Toriyama decides to stand up, so the ref orders Kurri to his feet.
Toriyama tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kurri takes a body punch but keeps moving. #TD2#
Kurri throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Toriyama tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kurri is in Toriyama's guard.
Kurri trying to control but Toriyama is working from the bottom.
Kurri throwing strikes but missing.
Kurri throwing strikes but missing.
Toriyama keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully.
Toriyama is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kurri can do to turn this around?#T3##SUB2#
Kurri postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Toriyama is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Kurri, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Toriyama defends well.
Toriyama wanted to stand there but Kurri had control of the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Toriyama stopping the sweep attempt from Kurri.#SUB2#
Kurri throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Toriyama defends well.#T4##SUB2#
Kurri working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Toriyama doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Kurri is tightening it up a little... Toriyama has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Toriyama reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Toriyama taps out! Nice BJJ there by Kurri!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri is the new welterweight champion!
Tatu Kurri was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: DSC STRIKE 40
Date: Mar 02, 2019

#R1#
Kurri shoots in but Marquez avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Marquez displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kurri.
Marquez was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kurri shoots in and drives through. Marquez sprawls well.
Marquez feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Edwin Marquez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.
Marquez swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kurri throws out a counter right but Marquez avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri throws a lazy uppercut
and Marquez counters with a nice uppercut.
Marquez moves out of range as Kurri strikes.#T1#
Kurri throws a hook to the side of Marquez's head but Marquez sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD2#
Kurri shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Marquez is trying to defend but Kurri finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Marquez is trying to stand back up but Kurri is controlling him
Marquez trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#SUB2#
Kurri is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Marquez is looking to escape.#ES#
Marquez manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Kurri keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Kurri is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Marquez is defending well.#BC#
Marquez breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Marquez looks to land a body kick but Kurri moved away.#T2#
Marquez stuffs the takedown.
Marquez digs a good body shot into Kurri's ribs.
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!
Marquez misses with a two punch combination. #TD2#
Kurri shoots in and bounces Marquez off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Marquez is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kurri is controlling him.
Marquez will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Kurri controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
My spies in K.O Heaven inform me that Kurri has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Marquez wants to stand and escape but Kurri is having none of it. #T3##ES#
Marquez is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Kurri presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #BC#
Marquez breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Marquez lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kurri dives in and grabs Marquez's left leg, looking for a takedown. Marquez pushes down on Kurri's head and hops out.#TD2#
Kurri shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Marquez's guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Marquez's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Kurri won't allow Marquez to get back to his feet.
Kurri is in close to Marquez's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Marquez working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kurri.
Marquez is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kurri is controlling him. #T4#
Kurri trying to control the position from guard on top but Marquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marquez wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Kurri manages to pass to side control. #SUB2#
Kurri is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Marquez sees it coming and defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kurri prevents Marquez from standing back up.
Kurri scoring with strikes to the body and head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kurri drops an elbow to the side of Marquez's head.
Marquez wants to get back to his feet.
Kurri not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Marquez on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Kurri missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Marquez tries to kick Kurri off but Kurri keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
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 Edwin Marquez 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#
Kurri misses with a takedown
and Marquez counters with a one-two to the body.
Marquez throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kurri takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Marquez ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Marquez but Marquez pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kurri shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Marquez as he jumps to the side.
Marquez appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Edwin Marquez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.#T1#
Marquez tries a head kick but it misses.
Marquez thuds a left hand into Kurri's body.
Kurri takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Edwin Marquez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Marquez wants to land a leg kick but Kurri is out of range.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kurri.
A counter left hand to the body from Marquez misses its target.#T2#
Marquez displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kurri.
Marquez is looking to wear down Kurri with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kurri with a lazy takedown attempt
and Marquez counters with a left and a right that stings Kurri.
Marquez scores with a hook.#TD2#
Kurri shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Marquez napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Marquez is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kurri can do to turn this around?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marquez wants to get back to his feet.
Kurri lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Marquez down. #T3#
Kurri connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Marquez some visible discomfort.
Kurri prevents Marquez from escaping the position.
Check out the look on Kurri's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Marquez is trying to buck Kurri off.#SUB2#
Kurri tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kurri has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Marquez is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Kurri has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Kurri sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Marquez is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Marquez is trying to buck Kurri off.
Kurri is chipping away with strikes. #SUB2#
Kurri wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Marquez, who protects the arm well.
Kurri prevents Marquez from escaping the position.#T4#
Kurri slows the pace down.
Kurri has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Marquez is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Kurri trying to control the action but Marquez is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kurri tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kurri has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Marquez tries to escape but Kurri is in control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Edwin Marquez dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
A head kick misses from Marquez.
Tatu Kurri seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marquez cracks Kurri with an open hand slap.
Kurri shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Marquez but Marquez pushes him off and we're back to square one.
As Kurri backs away, Marquez returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kurri uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marquez.
Kurri throws out a counter right but Marquez avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Marquez misses.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kurri checks a leg kick.
Kurri gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL#
and Marquez counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #T1#
Nice elbow from Marquez.
Kurri with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Marquez scores with a hook to the body.
Kurri takes a knee right on the jaw! #CUT#
It looks like Tatu Kurri has been cut.
Marquez connects with a nasty looking knee right to Kurri's face.
Kurri tries for a takedown but Marquez manages to get underhooks.
Edwin Marquez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Kurri.
Marquez tries to work over Kurri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Marquez has Kurri pressed against the cage.
Marquez scores with a nice hook to the head.
The referee calls for Marquez to work. #T2##BC#
Marquez breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Marquez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kurri was well out of range. Poor timing from Marquez.
Kurri moves away from the strike by Marquez.
Marquez is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Kurri bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kurri is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Marquez.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Kurri gets the takedown into side control.
Kurri controlling from side mount.
Kurri is looking to take a break and control but Marquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Kurri tries to advance to mount but can't.
Kurri trying to control the position but Marquez is working away.
Marquez is trying to buck Kurri off.
Kurri throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Marquez wants to get back to his feet but Kurri drags him back down.
Tatu Kurri has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Kurri is trying to get an arm triangle but Marquez is defending well.
Marquez really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Kurri scores with punches from side control.
Marquez pushes Kurri away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Kurri gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T4##SUB2#
Kurri working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Marquez wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#SUB2#
Kurri has hold of Marquez's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Marquez seems comfortable defending it but Kurri has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Marquez is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Marquez is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Kurri couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
Edwin Marquez was interviewed post fight and said 'I hate your face. But, like, really. I really hate your face.'.

Event: DSC STRIKE 38
Date: Feb 16, 2019

#R1#
Martinez lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kurri circles away quickly and effectively.#CL2#
Martinez has taken the fight to the clinch. #TD#
Kurri has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Martinez clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#SUB#
Kurri looking for the choke but no joy.
Martinez tries to escape but Kurri has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Kurri has got one arm under Martinez's chin. This could be trouble... Martinez trying to control the other hand but Kurri gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Martinez has tapped out! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tatu Kurri!
A less than humble Tatu Kurri misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: ACB 5 - First Titles
Date: Jan 19, 2019

#R1#
Anderson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kurri at a distance. #CL2#
Anderson darts in and clinches Kurri up against the cage.
Kurri has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Anderson is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Kurri is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Anderson is defending well.#TD2#
Anderson gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Anderson slips a nice elbow through Kurri's hands, connecting with Kurri's forehead.#SUB#
Kurri looking for submissions off his back.
Anderson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Kurri is working to get back to half guard.
Anderson seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Kurri is holding on tight. #T1#
Kurri takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Kurri is looking to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Anderson looking to secure an arm triangle but Kurri defends it well.
Kurri's coaches at K.O Heaven 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.
Kurri is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kurri is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Anderson breaks from Kurri's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Anderson prevents Kurri from getting the reversal.
Anderson blocks Kurri's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Kurri defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Anderson. #T2#
Anderson prevents Kurri from getting the reversal.
Kurri is squirming around, avoiding Anderson's attempts to control the action.
Anderson prevents Kurri from getting the reversal.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Anderson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kurri wants to control but Anderson is having none of it.
Anderson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Poor strikes thrown by Anderson there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Kurri is squirming around, avoiding Anderson's attempts to control the action. #SUB2#
Anderson working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Anderson prevents Kurri from getting the reversal.#T3#
Kurri gets back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kurri manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Kurri is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Anderson defends well.
Kurri looking for a sweep. Not yet Kurri, not yet. #SUB#
Kurri looking for a guillotine here but Anderson defends easily.
Anderson tries to free his leg and advance position but Kurri is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Kurri escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Anderson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4#
Anderson wants to control from the top but Kurri keeps moving.
Kurri trying to keep a closed guard but Anderson is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Anderson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Kurri is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Kurri escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Anderson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Kurri working for a triangle but Anderson defends it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Steve Anderson dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Kurri shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Anderson defends it nicely.
Anderson looks to score with a jab to the body but Kurri is just out of range.
Kurri keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Anderson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kurri throwing a counter right hand but Anderson manages to avoid it.
Kurri fails to land the takedown.
Anderson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Anderson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kurri was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Anderson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Anderson connects with the punch.
Kurri avoids a punch combination nicely.
It looked like Kurri wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Anderson misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kurri keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD2#
Anderson shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB#
Kurri is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Anderson defends well.#SUB#
Kurri has his foot on Anderson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Anderson works his way back into a safe position though.
Anderson slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Anderson has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Kurri manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Anderson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T2##SUB2#
Anderson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Kurri controlling the position for now.
Anderson wants to pass the guard but Kurri is defending well. #SUB#
Kurri looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Anderson missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kurri is trying to control but Anderson manages to pass to mount!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kurri is desperately trying to improve his position but Anderson has a good base and remains in mount.#T3#
Anderson avoids the attempt from Kurri to control.
Anderson wants to control the pace but Kurri is squirming around nicely.
Kurri really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Anderson unloads with some shots from mount but Kurri bucks and avoids them well.
Kurri really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Kurri bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Anderson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T4##SUB2#
Anderson has his foot on Kurri's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kurri works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Kurri thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Kurri connects with a couple of short punches.
Anderson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Anderson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kurri is one step ahead there.
Anderson has momentary wrist control but Kurri slips an elbow through the middle.
Kurri wants to control from the top but Anderson keeps moving.
Kurri working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Anderson's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anderson wants to sweep here but Kurri controlling him for the moment.
Kurri advances to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Steve Anderson 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#
Anderson tries to clinch but Kurri moves out of range.
Kurri fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Anderson misses with a two punch combination.
Kurri is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Anderson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Anderson misses with an uppercut. Kurri saw that one coming.
Anderson throws out a loose jab but Kurri uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Anderson gets caught flat footed, as Kurri shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Kurri passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri stalling. #SUB#
Kurri is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Anderson is just riding it out for now. Kurri eventually gives up the hold. #T1#
Kurri takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Kurri wants to work for an arm triangle but Anderson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Anderson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kurri wants to pass to mount but Anderson is defending the position.
Kurri sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Anderson defending well though.
Anderson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Anderson thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Anderson is on top in guard. #REVB#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kurri holds on and takes a little breather. #T2#
Anderson trying to control but Kurri is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Anderson drops back looking for a leg! Kurri is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kurri manages to kick Anderson off! Anderson jumps back into Kurri's guard. #SUB#
Kurri looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Anderson is defending well. Kurri quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Anderson has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Kurri celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: ACB 3
Date: Dec 29, 2018

#R1#
Riggs ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Riggs throws a body punch but Kurri moves out of range.
Riggs swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kurri! But no joy.
Kurri takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Riggs misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kurri misses with a looping right.
Riggs throws a left and a right that both miss #TD2#
and Kurri counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB2#
Kurri looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Riggs is looking to reverse the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Riggs avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Kurri. #SUB2#
Kurri is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Riggs is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The strikes coming from Kurri are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Riggs is looking to regain half guard here but Kurri keeps moving and retains side control. #T1#
Riggs has one of Kurri's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
An elbow from Kurri crashes against the mat. #SUB2#
Kurri is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Riggs knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Kurri looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Riggs is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Kurri off and has taken his back!
Riggs doesn't have the hooks in and Kurri manages to turn into his guard.
Kurri postures up and lands a big shot to Riggs's brow.
Kurri advances to half guard.
Kurri is nestled in close to Riggs, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Well, if Kurri 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.
Kurri trying to control from Riggs's half guard. Riggs has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T2#
Kurri trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kurri pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Riggs is keeping the position for now.
Riggs looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kurri is one step ahead there.
Kurri is looking to work some ground and pound but Riggs has wrist control.
Kurri trying to control but Riggs is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kurri thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Kurri stopping the sweep attempt from Riggs.
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!
Kurri is pushing down on Riggs's leg trying to pass to half guard. Riggs is fighting to maintain full guard but Kurri has managed to sneak the leg through.
Riggs trying to hold on to Kurri's head to control him but Kurri postures up.
Kurri frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T3#
Riggs 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#
Kurri is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Riggs doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kurri. #SUB2#
Kurri is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Riggs doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kurri.
Riggs has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kurri is working away from the top position though.
Kurri has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Riggs is trying to get back to full guard.
Kurri trying to control the action but Riggs is working from the bottom. #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.#SUB2#
Kurri seems to be looking for submissions.
My spies in K.O Heaven inform me that Kurri has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Riggs looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Riggs moves into full guard.
Kurri looking to pass the guard.
Kurri stopping the sweep attempt from Riggs.
Kurri lands a couple of digs.
Kurri trying to control but Riggs is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Riggs has his foot on Kurri's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kurri works his way back into a safe position though.
Riggs looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Riggs keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully.
Kurri throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Riggs works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tatu Kurri dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Riggs throws a jab but it's blocked by Kurri.
Riggs ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kurri moves away.
Riggs throws a series of punches but Kurri moves out of range.
Riggs just misses with a punch to the body.
Riggs throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kurri throws a body shot but no joy.
Riggs tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD2#
and Kurri counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB2#
Kurri working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Kurri tries to advance to mount but Riggs denies him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri is looking to take a break and control but Riggs is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kurri is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Riggs is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T1#
Kurri working the ground and pound but Riggs is defending the strikes. #SUB2#
Kurri wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Riggs, who protects the arm well.
Kurri throwing shots but missing, from side control. #SUB2#
Kurri tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Riggs is trying to control Kurri's posture but Kurri avoids it.
Tatu Kurri has got the better of the ground game so far.
Riggs tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kurri wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The strikes coming from Kurri are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Riggs struggling a bit here.#T2#
Riggs defending against the ground and pound.
Riggs is trying to control Kurri's posture but Kurri avoids it. #SUB2#
Kurri tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kurri has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
An elbow from Kurri crashes against the mat. #SUB2#
Kurri tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Kurri is looking to take a break and control but Riggs is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kurri working away.#SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Riggs has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Kurri is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Riggs knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3#
Riggs looks to move to half guard but instead Kurri has passed into mount! Damn!
Kurri landing strikes, looking to finish!
Riggs tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Riggs is squirming around, avoiding Kurri's attempts to control the action.
Riggs takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Riggs tries to reverse the position but Kurri maintains control.#SUB2#
Kurri looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB2#
Kurri looking for a guillotine from mount but Riggs is having none of it.
Riggs tries to hold on but Kurri postures up.
Kurri has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4#
Riggs holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Kurri tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
The referee warns Riggs that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Kurri throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Riggs keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Riggs is working hard here to advance position.
Kurri looking to finish Riggs with some ground and pound. This is bad for Riggs!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kurri trying to control but Riggs is having none of it. #SUB2#
Kurri is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Riggs is surviving well by controlling Kurri's body position as best he can.
Riggs taking shots to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tatu Kurri showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Riggs throws a body punch but Kurri moves out of range.
Riggs digs a good body shot into Kurri's ribs.
Riggs throws a body punch but Kurri moves out of range.
Martin Riggs is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Riggs lands a lovely overhand right.
Riggs tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kurri was well out of range. Poor timing from Riggs.
Kurri darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Riggs avoids the body shot from Kurri.
Kurri misses the jab.#TD#
Riggs closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kurri did well to prevent Riggs getting side control.
Kurri is not content to let Riggs control the position.#SUB#
Riggs is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Kurri looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1#
Kurri is not content to let Riggs control the position.
Riggs not doing much here.
Kurri works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Kurri has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Riggs can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kurri looking for a sweep. Not yet Kurri, not yet. #SUB2#
Kurri is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Riggs is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kurri tries to land a sweep but no joy. #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.
Riggs is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Riggs trying to control but Kurri is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Riggs thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Kurri is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Riggs has his hands clasped together but Kurri extends and breaks Riggs's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Kurri.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tatu Kurri!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 24, 2018

#R1##TD#
Higgins closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Higgins lands in his opponent's guard.#ES2#
Kurri has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Higgins off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Kurri tries to clinch there but Higgins circles away.
Higgins tries to clinch up but Kurri circles away and keeps his distance.
Kurri let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kurri blocks a head kick by Higgins. #TD#
Kurri gets caught napping as Higgins dives in and scores a takedown. Kurri manages to retain guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Kurri looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Higgins is defending well. Kurri quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Higgins has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Kurri celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tatu Kurri!

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