Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: SMASH: Dredd vs Hall
Date: May 11, 2024

#R1#
Miller throws a good cross that connects. #CUT2#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Lewis misses with a combination
and Miller counters with a stiff right hand.
Lewis seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Lewis swinging wildly here.
A nice side step and Miller releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Lewis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Miller.
Lewis looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Lewis dives in and grabs Miller's left leg, looking for a takedown. Miller pushes down on Lewis's head and hops out.
Lewis tries to grapple but his opponent circles #KD2#
and Miller counters with a crisp right hand that drops Lewis! Miller lets Lewis back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Lewis is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Miller engages and cracks Lewis with a massive lead left hook - Lewis tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Miller is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Joel Miller!
During a confident post fight interview, Joel Miller thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SMASH: Barkley vs Dredd
Date: Apr 07, 2024

#R1#
Praust throws a low kick, looking for Lewis's leg but Lewis calmly moves out of range.
Lewis shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Praust defends it nicely.
Praust ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lewis looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD2#
Praust fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Lewis sprawls well initially but Praust persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Lewis is looking for a sweep. Praust is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lewis won't allow Praust to pass to mount.
Lewis gets back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Praust pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lewis is keeping the position for now.
Lewis is trying to keep Praust in close. #T1##SUB#
Lewis had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Praust defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Praust tries to free his leg and advance position but Lewis is retaining full guard.
Praust pushing down on Lewis's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Praust looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Praust is looking for a kimura here.
Praust lands strikes from half guard.#T2#
Lewis works his way to full guard. Good work.
Praust trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Praust slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Lewis wants to control but Praust postures up.
Praust tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Praust landing a few strikes.
Lewis is looking for a sweep.
Praust in side control lands a decent elbow. #CUT2#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Praust scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Lewis to see if he's OK.#SUB2#
Praust working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Lewis tries to improve position but can't. #T3#
Praust happy to just control the position for now. #SUB2#
Praust tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Praust has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lewis manages to get back to half guard.
Praust tries to pass the half guard into mount. Lewis knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Lewis wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lewis has hold of Praust's hands but Praust slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Praust thows a huge punch but Lewis dodges it nicely.
Lewis gets back to full guard.
Praust tries to free his leg and advance position but Lewis is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Lewis working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Praust has passed into half guard!
Praust landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB#
Lewis looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Praust landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Praust passes to full mount!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marshall Praust dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Derrick Lewis's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Praust fails to land with a series of punches.
A bone on bone clash there as Lewis blocks the leg kick.
Praust showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lewis.
Lewis has his takedown stuffed
enabling Praust to counter with a crisp jab.
Lewis shoots in for a takedown but Praust shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Praust pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Praust throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Lewis counters with a takedown into side control.
Praust keeps Lewis under control for a moment.
Praust is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Lewis off and has taken his back!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lewis wants to escape the position.
Praust scores with strikes from the back.
Praust loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Lewis hold on? #T1#
Praust scores with punches from the back.
Praust scores with punches and elbows.
Lewis staying busy and making it hard for Praust to control.
Lewis breaks Praust's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Praust looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lewis is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Praust had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lewis defends it easily.
Praust has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Praust looking for a triangle here. Lewis is fighting it but it looks tight! Praust pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Lewis is tapping out - this one is all over!

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

Event: SMASH: Sitsongrit vs Kentas 2
Date: Mar 09, 2024

#R1#
Orel scores with a decent looking hook.
Orel leaves Lewis with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Orel seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Orel stuffs the takedown.
Lewis ducks under a wild hook from Orel.
Orel cracks Lewis with a good jab.
Orel with a nice cross.
Orel shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Lewis eats them both and turns towards Orel to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Lewis will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Adam Orel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derrick Lewis.
Orel throws out a powerful jab.
Orel tests Lewis's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Orel throws the left hand but Lewis avoids the punch easily.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lewis shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Orel counters with a three punch combo that has Lewis backing up. Lewis nods at Orel to acknowledge the strikes.
Lewis shoots in but Orel avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Lewis takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Lewis fails with the takedown.#T1#
Orel punishes Lewis's body with a nice straight punch.
Orel looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lewis has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lewis there as he acknowledges the shot.
No luck for Lewis with that takedown attempt.
Lewis shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A left and a right from Orel both land. Nice combination.
Orel looks to land a left hand but Lewis moved out of range nicely.#TD2#
Orel gets caught napping as Lewis dives in and scores a takedown. Orel manages to retain guard.
Lewis trying to control the position from guard on top but Orel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lewis won't allow Orel to get back to his feet.
Orel 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.
Lewis slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Orel wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Lewis looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Orel is pushing Lewis's head away, looking to escape. Lewis manages to hold on to the position though.
Lewis wants to control but Orel is keeping him busy.
Orel wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Lewis is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Orel is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T3#
Orel pushes Lewis away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Lewis gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lewis showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Orel.
And Lewis tries to counter it with a takedown but Orel pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Lewis tries for a takedown but Orel circles away easily
and Orel counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Some wild striking there from Orel.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lewis with a lazy takedown attempt
and Orel counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Orel displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Lewis tries to score a power double leg takedown but Orel sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lewis somewhat.#T4#
Orel slaps away a takedown attempt from Lewis, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Orel is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lewis tries to clinch but Orel moves out of range.
Lewis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Orel.
Lewis on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Orel bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lewis has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Orel is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Orel moves into range and connects with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Orel looks to land a right hand but Lewis moved out of range.
Orel changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Orel throws a hook but Lewis avoids it easily.
Lewis is trying hard to land a takedown here. Orel sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Lewis has a takedown stuffed.
Lewis will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Lewis looks for a takedown but Orel sprawls well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Adam Orel dominated that round.
That's time! Orel's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Orel connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lewis momentarily.
Derrick Lewis is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Orel swats away the attempt to clinch by Lewis.
Derrick Lewis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice sprawl there from Orel as Lewis shoots in.
Lewis changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Orel tries to avoid it but Lewis manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Orel to the ground. Orel escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Orel throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lewis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Orel throws a series of strikes that have Lewis backpedaling.
Lewis fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Adam Orel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derrick Lewis.
Orel cracks Lewis with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orel stuffs the takedown attempt from Lewis. Lewis gets slowly back to his feet.
Lewis's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Orel connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lewis scrambles back to his feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lewis is defended easily by Orel.#T1#
Orel throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lewis.
Lewis takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Lewis closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Lewis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Orel.
Orel lands a really nice looking cross but Lewis seems unphased.
Lewis slips a straight right by Orel.
Lewis fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A jab from Orel finds it's way through Lewis's defenses.
Orel throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Orel works the jab nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Orel. Lewis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Orel scores with a decent looking hook.
Orel swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Orel scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Orel fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lewis looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Good shot there by Orel.
Orel dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jab from Orel.
Orel defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lewis.
Orel's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lewis under the eye.
Orel throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lewis stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Orel fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Adam Orel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lewis dives in for a single leg takedown but Orel sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Orel jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Orel changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lewis shoots in for a takedown but Orel shows good takedown defense.
A jab from Orel misses.
Orel throws a looping overhand right but Lewis ducks down to avoid it.
Nice uppercut lands for Orel. That snapped Lewis's head back.
Lewis has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Orel cracks a nice hook into Lewis's ribs.#T3#
Lewis takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Orel's corner calls for a 1-2. Orel obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Some wild striking there from Orel.
Orel throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lewis.
Orel cracks Lewis with a good jab.
Lewis shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Orel as he jumps to the side.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lewis or perhaps it was just good defense by Orel, which made it look bad.
Lewis slips a straight right by Orel.
Orel throws a hook to the side of Lewis's head but Lewis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Orel's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Orel duly obliges.
Lewis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Orel misses with the combination. #T4#
Orel throws an overhand right that lands on Lewis's shoulder, as Lewis tries to avoid the shot.
Orel misses with a wild body shot.
Lewis tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Orel connects with the punch.
A big right from Orel misses.
Orel scores with a one two! Lewis had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Lewis avoids the body shot from Orel.
Lewis changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Orel jabs at Lewis's body.
Lewis goes for a double leg but Orel avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Orel continues to drive forward.
An attempted straight right counter from Orel misses the target.
Lewis fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Orel avoids it really well and circles away.
Orel throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lewis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lewis is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Orel with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Orel throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A punch lands to the side of Lewis 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Orel fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Adam Orel dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Lewis misses with a takedown attempt
letting Orel counter with a right hand.
Good shot there by Orel.
Orel connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lewis takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Orel tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lewis was well out of range. Poor timing from Orel.
Donk. Orel catches Lewis right on the button with a cross.
Lewis walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lewis shoots for a double leg takedown but Orel sprawls well. He's pushed Lewis's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Orel scores with a jab.
Orel connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lewis momentarily.
Orel misses with a hook.
Orel lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Adam Orel is winning the standup battle so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lewis closes this distance looking for a takedown but Orel circles away.
Adam Orel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derrick Lewis.
Lewis takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Orel misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lewis moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
The fighters circle momentarily. Orel darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Lewis moves out of range as Orel strikes.
Orel misses the jab.
Orel is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lewis can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Lewis changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Orel looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.

Orel sneaks out the side door and pushes Lewis away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Lewis takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Orel looks to score with a jab to the body but Lewis is just out of range.
Lewis closes the distance and clinches up with Orel, looking for a takedown. Lewis pushes Orel against the cage but Orel circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Orel lands an overhand right.
Lewis takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lewis fails with the takedown.
Orel lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #ROC#Lewis is rocked!
Lewis takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lewis is still on wobbly legs! Can Orel finish him?
The crowd cheers as Orel lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lewis doesn't seem phased though.
Lewis throws a series of punches but Orel moves out of range.
Lewis tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Orel defends well and Lewis ends up having to push Orel into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#T2#
Orel scores with a jab.
Lewis with a lazy takedown attempt #CL#
and Orel moves into the clinch.
Orel softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Orel lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Orel pressing his opponent against the cage.
Orel has Lewis pressed up against the cage in a tight Thai clinch. Lewis is arching his back, trying to avoid the knees but a big one sneaks through from Orel - that's hurt Lewis badly! Oh, another knee lands and Lewis is covering up! The referee steps in to save him - possibly a bit early but Lewis doesn't seem to be complaining.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knees). Adam Orel!

Event: SMASH: Gustafsson vs Tryastsyn
Date: Feb 03, 2024

#R1#
Chestner ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A big right from Chestner misses.
Chestner connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lewis momentarily.
Lewis shoots in but no luck this time.
Lewis gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Chestner counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Chestner throws out a powerful jab.#CUT2#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Chestner connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lewis momentarily.
Nice takedown defense from Chestner. No joy for Lewis on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Derrick Lewis. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Chestner throws an overhand right that lands on Lewis's shoulder, as Lewis tries to avoid the shot.
Lewis shoots in for a takedown but Chestner shows good takedown defense.
Lewis takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Chestner lands a nice hook to Lewis's body. Lewis takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chestner scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lewis takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lewis fails to land the takedown.
Chestner throws a lazy right hand but Lewis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Chestner with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lewis shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Chestner as he avoids it easily. #T1#
Lewis doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lewis seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#TD2#
Chestner shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Lewis wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Lewis is defending against the submission attempts here by Chestner. #SUB2#
Chestner is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Chestner tries to pass to full mount but Lewis defends it. #SUB2#
Chestner is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lewis is just riding it out for now. Chestner eventually gives up the hold.
Chestner is pressing down on Lewis's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lewis is holding on for now. #T2#
Chestner passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Lewis! #SUB2#
Chestner wants to finish this one by submission but Lewis is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Chestner. #SUB2#
Chestner is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Lewis to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Lewis shrugs it off.
Chestner is trying to take his opponent's back.
Lewis tries to hold on but Chestner postures up.#SUB2#
Chestner goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Lewis is on top in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Lewis trying to control the position from guard on top but Chestner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lewis in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Chestner is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lewis trying to control but Chestner is working from the bottom.
Chestner is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lewis looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Chestner escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lewis gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Chestner manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lewis manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T4#
Chestner trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Lewis 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! Chestner rolls with it to try and escape but Lewis cranks on the arm and Chestner is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Derrick Lewis!

Event: SMASH: Tryastsyn vs Barrels
Date: Jan 07, 2024

#R1#
Keil connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lewis momentarily.
Lewis doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Keil connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Keil with a nice calf kick.
Keil misses with a right hand #TD2#
so Lewis counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Lewis trying to control the position from guard on top but Keil is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Keil has his foot on Lewis's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lewis works his way back into a safe position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Keil is pulling down on Lewis's head. It's preventing any offense from Lewis, at least for the moment.#SUB#
Keil looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lewis trying to control the position from guard on top but Keil is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lewis looking to pass the guard.
Lewis wants to control from the top but Keil keeps moving. #T1##SUB2#
Lewis 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.
Lewis trying to control the position from guard on top but Keil is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Keil has his foot on Lewis's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lewis works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Lewis drops back looking for a leg! Keil is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Keil manages to kick Lewis off! Lewis jumps back into Keil's guard. #SUB#
Keil is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lewis is aware though and is defending well.
Lewis tries to free his leg and advance position but Keil is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Lewis drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lewis jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Keil wants to stand and escape but Lewis is having none of it.
Lewis trying to control the position from guard on top but Keil is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Keil is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lewis defends well.
Keil seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Keil seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Lewis avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Keil trying to keep a closed guard but Lewis is proving a slippery customer. #T3##SUB#
Keil looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Lewis has picked Keil up and slammed him! Keil can't keep hold of the triangle and Lewis manages to pass to side control!
Lewis trying to control the action but Keil is working from the bottom.
Keil is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Lewis gets to mount! Keil was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Keil tries to hold on but Lewis postures up.
Keil regains half guard.#SUB#
Keil looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Lewis is just content to waste time from the top position. Keil takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Keil is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Keil is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lewis wants to pass the guard but Keil is keeping the position.
Lewis is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Keil utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Keil looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Keil has Lewis pulled in close to control his posture.
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 Donner Keil will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Derrick Lewis's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lewis shoots in for a takedown but Keil shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Keil throws a head kick but Lewis moves out of range.
Lewis is trying hard to land a takedown here. Keil sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Keil throwing a counter right hand but Lewis manages to avoid it.
Lewis fails to land the takedown.
Donner Keil has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derrick Lewis.
Lewis fails with the takedown
and Keil counters with a straight right hand.
Lewis tries to score a power double leg takedown but Keil sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lewis somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis shoots in looking for a takedown. Keil tries to sprawl out of it but Lewis keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Keil manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1#
Lewis ducks under a wild hook from Keil.
Keil throws a left and a right that both miss #TD2#
and Lewis counters with a takedown into side control.
Derrick Lewis has got the better of the ground game so far.
Keil tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lewis wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Keil manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Keil is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lewis pulls his head out easily.
Keil manages to get to full guard.
Lewis wants to control from the top but Keil keeps moving.
Keil keeping full guard, as Lewis tries to pass. #T2#
Keil looking to control. #SUB#
Keil throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Lewis escapes and throws Keil's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Lewis wants to control but Keil is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Lewis tries for a kimura but Keil is defending well. #SUB2#
Lewis goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Keil has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Lewis but great work by Keil.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Keil is trying to get an arm triangle but Lewis is defending well. #T3#
Lewis is trying to improve his position.
Keil tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Keil is looking to take a break and control but Lewis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lewis tries to buck Keil off but Keil is having none of it.
Keil advances to full mount. #SU#
Keil stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lewis checks a low kick from Keil.
Keil lands with a shot to the body.
Keil works Lewis's body with a nice hook.
A combination from Keil does no damage. #TD2#
Lewis gets a takedown into half guard.
Keil is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Keil works his way to full guard. Good work.
Lewis trying to control the position from guard on top but Keil is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Donner Keil dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Derrick Lewis's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
No luck for Lewis with that takedown attempt.
Keil throws a big counter combination but Lewis scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Lewis shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
An attempted straight right counter from Keil misses the target.#TD2#
Lewis closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Keil quickly recovers to half guard.
Keil wants to stand back up but Lewis manages to pass into side control.
Keil gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Keil looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lewis is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Keil is looking to get back to is feet but Lewis passes into side control. #T1#
Lewis throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Keil is looking to regain half guard here but Lewis keeps moving and retains side control.
Keil wants to control but Lewis postures up.#SUB2#
Lewis working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Keil is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Lewis's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Keil wants to improve his position but Lewis is controlling well. #SUB#
Keil looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Keil tries to roll over but Lewis keeps him under control.#SUB#
Keil looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#ES#
Keil kicks Lewis off and gets back to his feet.
Nice sprawl there from Keil as Lewis shoots in.
Keil looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Donner Keil has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derrick Lewis.
Lewis throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Keil.
Keil lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Keil lands with a good body shot.
Lewis misses with a takedown
and Keil counters with a three punch combo that has Lewis backing up. Lewis nods at Keil to acknowledge the strikes.
Derrick Lewis is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lewis takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T3#
Lewis gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Keil counters with an outside leg kick.
Keil throws a nice inside leg kick.
Keil is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lewis can do to turn this around?
Lewis with a lazy takedown attempt
and Keil cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Keil throws a head kick that misses.
Lewis with the counter takedown but Keil avoids it easily.
Derrick Lewis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Derrick Lewis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lewis with a poor takedown
and Keil counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lewis thinking.
Keil fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lewis fails to land the takedown.
As Lewis backs away, Keil returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Lewis fails with the takedown
and Keil counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Lewis drops his hands for a split second and Keil immediately capitalizes on the opportunity by smashing a powerful hook into Lewis face, sending his mouthguard sailing through the air, much to the delight of the crowd. Keil follows up with a right hand that knocks Lewis into next week. He's out cold and this fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:10 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Donner Keil!
An out of breath Donner Keil thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SMASH:Nascimento vs Gustafsson
Date: Dec 16, 2023

#R1#
Lewis shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Torsten as he jumps to the side.
Torsten lands a leg kick that knocks Lewis off balance momentarily.
Lewis has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Torsten thumps Lewis with a low kick.#TD2#
Lewis drives through with a takedown into Torsten's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Torsten seems keen to control Lewis's posture.
Torsten looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lewis trying to control but Torsten is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Torsten is keeping the position for now.
Torsten managing to control the position.
Torsten looking for a sweep. Not yet Torsten, not yet. #T1#
Torsten is working hard here to advance position.
Torsten is pulling down on Lewis's head. It's preventing any offense from Lewis, at least for the moment.
Torsten 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.
Torsten looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Lewis trying to control the position from guard on top but Torsten is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lewis.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Torsten stuffs the takedown.
Baldur Torsten has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derrick Lewis.
Lewis throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Torsten counters with a body kick.
Torsten's corner calls for a 1-2. Torsten obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CUT#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Torsten fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Torsten dips to his left and cracks Lewis with an uppercut!#ROC#Lewis is rocked!
Torsten throws a pinpoint strike between Lewis's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Lewis crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Torsten scores a great knockout victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Baldur Torsten!
Our winner, Baldur Torsten, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: SMASH: Sitsongrit vs Kentas
Date: Nov 25, 2023

#R1#
Fitzsimmons misses with an uppercut. Lewis saw that one coming.
Fitzsimmons jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fitzsimmons swings for the body but Lewis moves out of range.
Lewis has a takedown stuffed.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Fitzsimmons! But no joy.
Lewis fails to land with a series of punches.
Lewis takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A head kick misses from Fitzsimmons.
Lewis on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Fitzsimmons has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Lewis is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Fitzsimmons misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lewis.
Fitzsimmons lands a nice shot to the body.
Sol Fitzsimmons seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fitzsimmons misses with a looping right.
Fitzsimmons throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lewis attempts a counter takedown but Fitzsimmons avoids it well and moves away.
Lewis scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fitzsimmons throws a body shot but no joy.
Lewis slips a jab from Fitzsimmons.#T1#
Fitzsimmons is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lewis.
A quick step to the side and Lewis tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fitzsimmons swings for the body but Lewis moves out of range.
Fitzsimmons scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Fitzsimmons wants to land a leg kick but Lewis is out of range.
Lewis half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Fitzsimmons loads up on a big right hand but Lewis slips the punch.
Fitzsimmons throws out a powerful jab.
Lewis moves out of range as Fitzsimmons strikes.
A decent looking cross lands there for Fitzsimmons.
Fitzsimmons misses with a wild body shot.
Fitzsimmons fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Lewis on the side of the head.
Fitzsimmons throws out a leg kick but Lewis moves out of range and Fitzsimmons only half commits.
Sol Fitzsimmons is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fitzsimmons will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lewis blocks a jab.
Lewis changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Fitzsimmons jabs at Lewis's body.
Fitzsimmons misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lewis.
Fitzsimmons misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lewis. #T2#
Lewis misses with a takedown attempt - Fitzsimmons sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Fitzsimmons throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fitzsimmons misses with a body shot.
Lewis throwing a counter right hand but Fitzsimmons manages to avoid it.
Fitzsimmons throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lewis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lewis looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Fitzsimmons throws a shot from downtown. Lewis moves away and avoids it.
Fitzsimmons looks to land a right hand but Lewis moved out of range.
Fitzsimmons stuns Lewis with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Fitzsimmons misses with a shot to the body
and Lewis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fitzsimmons bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#TD#
Lewis closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Fitzsimmons did well to prevent Lewis getting side control.
Fitzsimmons is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Fitzsimmons is defending against the submission attempts here by Lewis.
Fitzsimmons trying to control here. #T3#
Fitzsimmons is looking to improve his position.
Lewis is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Fitzsimmons tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Fitzsimmons looking to control.
Fitzsimmons wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Fitzsimmons 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.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Fitzsimmons pulls Lewis in to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lewis won't allow Fitzsimmons to sweep him here.
Lewis postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Fitzsimmons keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully.
Fitzsimmons pulls Lewis in close to his closed guard and prevents Lewis from doing any damage or advancing position.
Lewis tries to free his leg and advance position but Fitzsimmons is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sol Fitzsimmons dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Lewis is looking to chop away at Fitzsimmons's legs.
Fitzsimmons looks to score with a jab to the body but Lewis is just out of range.
Fitzsimmons throws the left hand but Lewis avoids the punch easily.
Lewis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fitzsimmons.
Fitzsimmons dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fitzsimmons connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lewis momentarily.
Fitzsimmons ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Fitzsimmons digs a good hook to Lewis's body.
Fitzsimmons scores with a jab to the head.
A swing and a miss from Fitzsimmons.
Lewis is looking to counter with a body kick.
Fitzsimmons misses with a hook to the body
and Lewis counters with a nice leg kick.
Lewis avoids the body shot from Fitzsimmons.
Fitzsimmons throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fitzsimmons scores with a jab to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fitzsimmons throws a hook but Lewis avoids it easily.#CL#
Lewis has Fitzsimmons up against the cage in a clinch. #T1#
Fitzsimmons trying to control the position but instead, Lewis has worked for underhooks and has pushed Fitzsimmons into the cage.
Lewis has Fitzsimmons pushed against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Lewis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lewis is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Fitzsimmons lands with a right to the head.
Fitzsimmons struggles to land a body shot inside as Lewis controls his hands.
Lewis avoids the elbow strike from Fitzsimmons, against the cage.
Fitzsimmons works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Fitzsimmons lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lewis backwards. #BC#
Lewis's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Fitzsimmons misses with a low kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Fitzsimmons, as that shot connected.
Sol Fitzsimmons seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Fitzsimmons throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lewis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lewis fails to land with a series of punches.
Fitzsimmons looks to land a left hand but Lewis moved out of range nicely.
Lewis ducks under a wild hook from Fitzsimmons.
Fitzsimmons swings for the body but Lewis moves out of range.
Fitzsimmons misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lewis.
Lewis avoids the body shot from Fitzsimmons.
Fitzsimmons tries to move into range but Lewis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fitzsimmons throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Fitzsimmons takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fitzsimmons connects with a nice looking jab. #TD#
Lewis throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Fitzsimmons tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lewis is in Fitzsimmons's guard.
Fitzsimmons tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lewis trying to control but Fitzsimmons is working from the bottom.
Fitzsimmons wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T3#
Lewis wants to pass the guard but Fitzsimmons is keeping the position.
Fitzsimmons looking for a sweep. Not yet Fitzsimmons, not yet.
Fitzsimmons is trying to keep Lewis in close.
Lewis trying to control but Fitzsimmons is working from the bottom.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Fitzsimmons working a defensive guard but Lewis manages to pass into side control anyway. #SUB#
Lewis looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Lewis has hold of Fitzsimmons's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Fitzsimmons seems comfortable defending it but Lewis has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Fitzsimmons is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Fitzsimmons is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Lewis couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:08 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Derrick Lewis!

Event: SMASH: Erdogan vs Kowalkiewicz
Date: Oct 28, 2023

#R1#
Orel misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Adam Orel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Orel has taken the fight to the clinch.
A short uppercut from Orel.
Lewis tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lewis misses with a hook from the clinch.
Orel lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lewis backwards.
Lewis is trying to pull guard but Orel has him pressed against the cage.
Orel tries to land a knee to the head but Lewis blocks with his arms.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Orel is struggling to control the position.
Lewis is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Orel is keeping busy.
Orel is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis is working for takedown but Orel is calmly controlling the position for now.
Adam Orel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derrick Lewis.
Lewis is trying to pull guard but Orel turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Lewis fails to pull guard.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lewis. #T1#
Lewis is looking to control Orel's arms but Orel gets an underhook and turns him. Now Lewis has his back to the cage.
Lewis scores with a hook to the body.#BC2#
Lewis manages to break the clinch.
Orel misses with a two punch combination.
Lewis misses the shot to the body.
Orel is looking to counter punch.
Orel misses with a wild combination.
Lewis has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Orel is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Lewis fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Orel jabs Lewis right on the nose. Lewis blinks but takes it well.
Lewis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Orel.
And Lewis tries to counter it with a takedown but Orel pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Lewis ducks under a wild hook from Orel.
Nice defenses there by Lewis.
Lewis looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD2#
Lewis looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#T2#
Orel is looking to stand up but Lewis isn't so interested in that idea. #SUB2#
Lewis 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.
Lewis controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Lewis stops Orel from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Orel lands the left hand.
Orel throws a hook but Lewis avoids it easily.
A shot to the liver by Orel. Beautiful body shot.
Orel feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lewiss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Orel throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lewis shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Orel as he jumps to the side.
Orel throws a right hand that Lewis ducks under and follows up with a left that Lewis also avoids with ease.
Lewis is looking to score with low kicks.
Lewis walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Orel throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A decent looking cross lands there for Orel.
Orel with a hook.#T4#
Orel misses with a straight left.
Lewis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Orel.
Lewis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Orel.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lewis ducks right into an uppercut from Orel.
Lewis shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Orel but Orel pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Orel swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Orel misses with a two punch combination.
Orel looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Orel swinging wildly here. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Knees in the clinch landing for Orel.
Orel softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#TD2#
Lewis pulls guard successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Adam Orel 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#
Nice shot by Orel.
Orel checks a low kick from Lewis.
Orel waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lewis.#TD2#
Lewis drives through with a takedown into guard.
Lewis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Orel swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Orel is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Lewis looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis passes Orel's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Lewis thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Orel's head. #T1#
Orel tries to kick Lewis off but Lewis keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
Lewis wants to work for an arm triangle but Orel is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Lewis stops Orel from getting back to his feet.
Lewis wants to free his trapped foot but Orel is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Orel is trying to stand. #ES#
Orel has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Lewis is on him like a limpet, forcing Orel back against the cage.
Lewis throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Orels head.
Orel struggles to land a body shot inside as Lewis controls his hands.
Orel tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lewis fails to pull guard. #T2#
Orel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Lewis's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Orel is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Sloppy strikes from Lewis. Those never looked like landing. #TD2#
Lewis fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Orel sprawls well initially but Lewis persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Orel pushes Lewis off looking to stand but Lewis dives back in and keeps control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lewis content to control rather than advance.
Lewis seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Orel does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Orel wants to stand back up but Lewis manages to pass into side control. #T3#
Lewis prevents Orel from escaping the position.#SUB2#
Lewis tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #ES#
Orel explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Orel checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#TD2#
Lewis closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Lewis lands in his opponent's guard.
Lewis looking to sit in guard and control but Orel gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Orel wants to get up but he can't break Lewis's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T4#
Orel postures up.
Orel has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Lewis is proving hard to escape from.
Lewis is trying to keep Orel in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU#
Orel decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Lewis, up you get!
Lewis lands a slapping body shot.
Orel scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Orel is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lewis can do to turn this around?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Orel throws out a loose jab but Lewis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Lewis.
Orel misses the jab.
Lewis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Orel.
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 Adam Orel will probably get the nod.
That's time! Orel's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Lewis is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Orel's half guard.

Orel pushes Lewis off and gets back to his feet.
Adam Orel is winning the standup battle so far.
Orel tests Lewis's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Orel lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Orel with a nice cross.
Orel missing with a left hand there. Lewis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lewis looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Orel connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lewis. Lewis circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Lewis's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Orel connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lewis scrambles back to his feet.
Lewis misses the jab.
It looked like Orel wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Orel lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lewis circles away quickly and effectively.
Some wild striking there from Orel. #T1#
Orel throws a right and a left that Lewis avoids nicely. #CL#
Orel has Lewis up against the cage in a clinch.
Adam Orel has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Lewis is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Orel using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Lewis has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Orel tries to land a knee to the head but Lewis blocks with his arms.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Orel lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Orel misses with a punch on the inside.
Orel lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Orel takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Orel makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Orel blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Lewis breaks from the clinch.
Nice defenses there by Lewis.#T2#
Lewis defending well as Orel loads up on a big left hand.
Lewis dives in for a single leg takedown but Orel sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Orel throwing a counter right hand but Lewis manages to avoid it.
Orel misses with a body shot.
Orel is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lewis. #CL2#
Lewis moves into the clinch successfully.
Orel just leaning against Lewis, taking a breather.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stalling in the clinch from Orel.
Orel gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.#BC2#
Lewis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lewis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Orel.
Lewis shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Orel as he jumps to the side.
Orel misses with a wild body shot.
Lewis on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Adam Orel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Orel throws out a powerful jab.#T3#
Orel throws a right and a left that Lewis avoids nicely.
Lewis tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Lewis takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Orel waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lewis.
Orel just misses with a punch to the body.
Orel darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Orel misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A telegraphed right hand from Orel misses the target.
Derrick Lewis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lewis.
Adam Orel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derrick Lewis.
Lewis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Orel throws out the jab.
Orel scores with a nice right hand.
Orel missing with a left hand there. Lewis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It seemed like Lewis was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lewis moves away from the strike by Orel.
Lewis blocks a jab.
Adam Orel is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Lewis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Orel.
Orel throws an overhand right that lands on Lewis's shoulder, as Lewis tries to avoid the shot.
Lewis takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Lewis rushes Orel and presses him up against the cage.
Lewis tries to pull guard but Orel holds him up against the cage and eventually Lewis drops back down to his feet.
Orel lands a left hand.
Orel swings wildly with an uppercut but Lewis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lewis has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Orel after a bit of a struggle.
Orel stops a takedown attempt from Lewis.
Lewis misses with the head strike.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 30:28
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Adam Orel!

Event: SMASH: Frewin vs Puff
Date: Sep 30, 2023

#R1#
Bispen throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lewis is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Bispen pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Lewis back to the cage. Bispen follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Bispen scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lewis doesn't seem bothered though.
Bispen bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lewis's head backwards.
Lewis closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bispen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ivan Bispen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from Bispen misses.
Bispen scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lewis in his tracks.
Bispen swings for the body but Lewis moves out of range.
Lewis staying out of range there.
Bispen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bispen thows a left - swing and a miss!
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!
Bispen misses with a body punch #TD2#
and Lewis decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bispen's guard.
Bispen is looking to stand up but Lewis isn't so interested in that idea.
Lewis won't allow Bispen to sweep him here. #T1#
Bispen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Bispen throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Bispen throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lewis bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bispen's guard. #REVB#
Bispen wants to stand and escape but Lewis is having none of it. #ES#
Bispen has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Lewis is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Bispen wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #BC#
Bispen breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bispen fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Some wild striking there from Bispen.
Bispen throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lewis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A left lands for Bispen.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lewis takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Lewis takes one on the button.
Lewis moves in looking to clinch but Bispen pushes him off.
Lewis slips a jab and a cross from Bispen.
Bispen clobbers Lewis with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lewis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bispen.
Bispen throws a body shot but no joy.
Lewis misses with a low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Bispen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bispen swings for the body but Lewis moves out of range.
Lewis is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Bispen misses with a hook to the body
and Lewis counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lewis shoots in and drives through. Bispen sprawls well.
Bispen throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lewis stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bispen cracks Lewis with an open hand slap.
Lewis moves out of range of the strikes.#T3#
Bispen lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lewis at a distance.
Bispen stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bispen wants it to stay on the feet.
Bispen scores with a shot to the body.
Bispen throws out a loose jab but Lewis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bispen comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lewis shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bispen pinned against the cage. Bispen gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
As Lewis looks to move away, Bispen throws a big counter combo but Lewis just gets out of the way.
Ivan Bispen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derrick Lewis.
Bispen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bispen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lewis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bispen scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CUT#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Bispen looks to score with a jab to the body but Lewis is just out of range.
Lewis takes one on the button.
Bispen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#ROC#Lewis is rocked!#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bispen swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lewis is still on wobbly legs! Can Bispen finish him?
Lewis misses with a body kick.
Bispen fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Lewis to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Lewis looks to clinch but Bispen throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Lewis taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Ivan Bispen!
Ivan Bispen seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: WVT 151: San v Rivers
Date: Sep 01, 2023

#R1#
Lewis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nimoy.
Lewis shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Nimoy pinned against the cage. Nimoy gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Lewis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fighters circling - Nimoy throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nimoy throws a big shot that misses.
Lewis seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Nimoy defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lewis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nimoy bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lewis's head backwards.#CUT2#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Nimoy connects with a leg kick.
Nimoy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lewis avoids a punch combination nicely.
It appears Lewis was looking to counter with a kick there.#T1##TD#
Lewis closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Nimoy's guard.

Nimoy manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#TD#
Lewis pulls Nimoy into guard.
Nimoy trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Lewis working for a triangle but Nimoy defends it easily. #SUB#
Lewis looking for a guillotine here but Nimoy defends easily. #T2#
Nimoy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lewis is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Lewis is looking for a triangle but Nimoy pushes his legs off easily.
Nimoy really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lewis. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nimoy trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lewis seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Lewis had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nimoy defends it easily.#SUB#
Lewis is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nimoy is aware though and is defending well.#T3#
Nimoy trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis 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.#SUB#
Lewis working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nimoy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Lewis is tightening it up a little... Nimoy has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Nimoy reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Nimoy taps out! Nice BJJ there by Lewis!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Derrick Lewis!

Event: WVT 141: Takahashi v Siale
Date: Aug 11, 2023

#R1#
Steve waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lewis.
Lewis has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Steve throws a right hand that misses
and Lewis counters with a nice uppercut.
Steve throws a shot from downtown. Lewis moves away and avoids it.
Lewis wants to clinch but Steve slips to the side
and Steve counters with a three punch combo that has Lewis backing up. Lewis nods at Steve to acknowledge the strikes.#TD2#
Steve gets caught napping as Lewis dives in and scores a takedown. Steve manages to retain guard.
Steve controlling Lewis's posture.
Lewis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steve looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T1#
Lewis trying to control the position from guard on top but Steve is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lewis sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Steve's guard.
Steve works his way to full guard. Good work.
Lewis slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Lewis wants to lay and pray for a moment but Steve keeps working. #SUB2#
Lewis goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Steve rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Lewis's guard! Nice work there by Steve!
Steve engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
Steve continues to stall.#SUB2#
Lewis has his foot on Steve's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Steve works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a triangle but Steve pushes his legs off easily.
Steve advances to half guard. #T3#
Steve controlling the action here.
More hug and hope from Steve.
Lewis makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lewis.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lewis wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Lewis working for submissions but it's allowed Steve to get to half guard. #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.
Well, if Steve 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. #SUB2#
Lewis with the active half guard here but Steve passes nicely into side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lewis is looking to reverse 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 Stoner Steve 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##TD2#
Lewis drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
Lewis tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Steve gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Lewis is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Steve has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis works his foot free and advances to mount. #T1#
Steve regains half guard.#SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Steve still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Steve has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Lewis gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Steve is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Lewis actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
Steve slows the pace down in half guard.
Lewis wants to improve his position but Steve is controlling well.
Still in half guard, Steve seems content to control.#T3#
Lewis gets full guard.#SUB2#
Lewis looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Steve controlling from the top position.
Steve postures up. #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.
Steve is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Steve sizes up Lewis with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CUT#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Steve fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lewis manages to avoid it.
Lewis appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Stoner Steve is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Steve misses with a body shot.
Lewis closes this distance looking for a takedown but Steve circles away.
Lewis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lewis throws a leg kick
and Lewis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lewis shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Steve as he avoids it easily. #KD#
Steve lands a big uppercut and Lewis crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Lewis looks OK. Steve waves Lewis back to his feet!#ROC#Lewis is rocked!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Stoner Steve dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Derrick Lewis's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Steve darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! Lewis's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Steve before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Stoner Steve!
Our winner, Stoner Steve, 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: WVT 128: Sector v Custer
Date: Jul 14, 2023

#R1##CL#
Lewis closes the distance and clinches.
Luciano swings wildly with an uppercut but Lewis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Luciano throws a punch but it's blocked by Lewis.
Luciano gets through Lewis's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Luciano throws a punch but it's blocked by Lewis.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lewis.
Lewis is trying to stall.
Lewis taking a breather.
Maybe Lewis would be better served going for some more strikes rather than trying to control so much.
Lewis misses with some punches.
Luciano lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lewis backwards.
Luciano lands an uppercut.#TD#
Lewis has Luciano pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Lewis pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Luciano tumbling to the mat - Lewis dives into Luciano's guard.
Lewis stopping the sweep attempt from Luciano.
Luciano keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully.
Luciano looking for a sweep. Not yet Luciano, not yet. #T1#
Luciano is trying to control the position but Lewis postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Luciano pulls Lewis in close to prevent any damage.
Lewis passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Lewis working away.#SUB#
Lewis is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Luciano knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Luciano is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Lewis goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Luciano rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Lewis's guard! Nice work there by Luciano! #T2#
Luciano works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Lewis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Luciano controlling the action here.
Luciano wants to free his trapped foot but Lewis is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Luciano wants to control but Lewis is keeping him busy. #T3#
Lewis tries to get to full guard but Luciano has control of the leg.
Lewis moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Lewis had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Luciano defends it easily.
Luciano wants to control from the top but Lewis keeps moving.
Lewis seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Luciano is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Let's hope that Luciano 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.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Luciano trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom.
Luciano tries to free his leg and advance position but Lewis is retaining full guard.
Luciano trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lewis is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB#
Lewis 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lewis trying to control but Luciano is working from the bottom.
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 Derrick Lewis will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Luciano throws a hook but Lewis blocks it.
Lewis appears to be looking for a big counter.
Lewis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Luciano.
Luciano throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lewis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A quick step to the side and Lewis tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lewis moves out of range as Luciano strikes.
Lewis half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Lewis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It looked like Lewis wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lewis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lewis wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Luciano throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lewis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A punch lands to the side of Lewis 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CUT2#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Lewis.
Lewis tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Luciano defends well and Lewis ends up having to push Luciano into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis wants to stall.
Luciano lands a shoulder strike.
Luciano misses with a hook from the clinch.
Luciano misses with a short punch on the inside.
Luciano swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Luciano fails to land. #T1#
Luciano misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD#
Lewis ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Lewis no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Luciano trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lewis not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Luciano trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom.
Luciano stopping the sweep attempt from Lewis.
Lewis trying to control the position.
Lewis can't keep his opponent in guard - Luciano advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Lewis is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Lewis gets full guard.#SUB#
Lewis is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Luciano is aware though and is defending well.
Luciano wants to pass the guard but Lewis is keeping the position.
Luciano wants to control from the top but Lewis keeps moving.
Luciano really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lewis. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Luciano wants to pass the guard but Lewis is keeping the position.#SUB#
Lewis is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Lewis is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Luciano has his hands clasped together but Lewis extends and breaks Luciano's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Lewis.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Derrick Lewis!

Event: WVT 120: Hussein v Haudegen
Date: Jun 23, 2023

#R1#
Lewis takes one on the button.
Jab, jab by Lewis - just one landing.
Gracie jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Horrible takedown attempt by Gracie or perhaps it was just good defense by Lewis, which made it look bad.
A big left from Gracie misses.
Gracie rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lewis counters with an outside leg kick. #TD#
Lewis fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Gracie to the ground. Lewis is now in Gracie's guard.#SUB2#
Gracie has his foot on Lewis's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lewis works his way back into a safe position though.
Lewis trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gracie tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Gracie throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a triangle but Lewis pushes his legs off easily. #T1##SUB2#
Gracie working for a triangle but Lewis defends it easily. #SUB2#
Gracie has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lewis can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Lewis got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gracie has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lewis has managed to get both his arms back between Gracie's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Gracie looking for a guillotine here but Lewis defends easily. #SUB2#
Gracie had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lewis defends it easily.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Lewis trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Lewis thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Lewis tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Gracie is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Gracie working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lewis doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lewis manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gracie is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
Lewis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lewis defends well.
Gracie wants to sweep here but Lewis controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Gracie throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lewis slips nicely into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie wants to improve his position but Lewis is controlling well. #SUB#
Lewis is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T4##SUB#
Lewis is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gracie has managed to free his arm - good work.
Gracie is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lewis's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lewis's back!#SUB2#
Gracie looking for the choke from the back.
Lewis tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Gracie can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lewis is looking to escape. #SUB2#
Gracie is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Lewis is surviving well by controlling Gracie's body position as best he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lewis is squirming around, avoiding Gracie's attempts to control the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Bryan Gracie will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Gracie throws a jab but it's blocked by Lewis.
Lewis changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD#
Lewis scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Gracie struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Lewis is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Gracie has escaped the position, nice work there.
Gracie stops Lewis from passing to mount.
Gracie wants to control but Lewis postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lewis is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Gracie knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Gracie wants to control but Lewis postures up.#T1##SUB#
Lewis is trying to get an arm triangle but Gracie is defending well.
Gracie is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Lewis off and has taken his back!
My spies in Ludus Magnus inform me that Gracie has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Gracie is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Lewis knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Lewis for a finish. #SUB2#
Lewis defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Gracie's arms. #SUB2#
Gracie is persistently looking for the submission but Lewis is defending it well. #SUB2#
Gracie looking for the RNC. #T2#
Gracie is hanging on to Lewis's back as he tries to escape. #SUB2#
Lewis has hold of Gracie's leg, trying to break free but it's let Gracie lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Lewis is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Gracie throws him to one side and jumps onto the cage to celebrate with his fans.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bryan Gracie!
After the fight, Bryan Gracie was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: WVT 109: Machado v Torvik 2
Date: May 27, 2023

#R1#
Lewis throws a leg kick
and Burger counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Lewis tries to clinch
and Burger counters with a three punch combo that has Lewis backing up. Lewis nods at Burger to acknowledge the strikes.
Lewis misses with a double jab
and Burger counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC#Lewis is rocked!
A swing and a miss from Lewis.
Lewis darts in trying to clinch#KD#
and Burger counters with a nice right hand that sends Lewis toppling to the canvas! Lewis scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Burger finish him?!
Lewis is still on wobbly legs! Can Burger finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Burger throws a pinpoint strike between Lewis's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Lewis crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Burger scores a great knockout victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ham Burger!
In his post fight interview, Ham Burger started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: WVT 98: Torvik v Motts
Date: May 05, 2023

#R1#
Jarvinen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lewis.
Lewis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lewis seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Lewis slips a jab from Jarvinen.
Lewis quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#TD#
Lewis looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Jarvinen!#SUB#
Lewis is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Jarvinen is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Lewis is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Jarvinen knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jarvinen tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lewis wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T1#
Lewis tries to advance to mount but can't.
Lewis is looking to take a break and control but Jarvinen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jarvinen wants to control but Lewis postures up.
Lewis postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly. #SUB#
Lewis swings around for an armbar but Jarvinen sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Lewis's guard.
Lewis has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Jarvinen has passed into side control.
Lewis struggling a bit here.#T2#
Lewis is looking for a sweep.
Lewis manages to work his way to half guard, despite Jarvinen's best efforts.
Lewis is trying to get back to full guard.
Jarvinen sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Lewis tries to get to full guard but Jarvinen has control of the leg. #T3#
Jarvinen trying to control the pace.
Lewis wants to improve his position but Jarvinen is controlling well.
Jarvinen is thwarting Lewis's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jarvinen trying to control the pace.
Lewis has a hand on Jarvinen's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Jarvinen takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Jarvinen trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Lewis is trying to escape the mount.
Lewis gets back to half guard.
Lewis gets full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Lewis looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Jarvinen passes into half guard.
Lewis regains full guard. Nicely done.
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 Derrick Lewis will probably get the nod.
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#
Jarvinen scores with a nice strike.#CUT2#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Lewis takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jarvinen throws an overhand right that lands on Lewis's shoulder, as Lewis tries to avoid the shot.
Lewis avoids the body shot from Jarvinen.
Good standup being displayed there by Jarvinen as he connects with a hook.#ROC2#Lewis is rocked!
Lewis switches off momentarily and Jarvinen cracks him with a monster right hand! Lewis topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Jarvinen dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Jarvinen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Arto Jarvinen!
A very excited looking Arto Jarvinen 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: WVT 94: Motts v Thompson
Date: Apr 21, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Lewis.
Lewis throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#SUB2#
Lewis is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bradley is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Lewis looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Bradley can't do much from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lewis tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Lewis trying to control the position but Bradley is working away. #T1##SUB2#
Lewis swings around for an armbar but Bradley sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Lewis's guard.#SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a triangle but Bradley pushes his legs off easily.
Bradley 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#
Lewis is looking to cinch up a triangle. Bradley throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Lewis's body to avoid the submission. Lewis has instead reached around Bradley's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Lewis arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Derrick Lewis!

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

#R1#
Bradley dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lewis. That did some damage!
Bradley scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bradley displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lewis.
Lewis doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bradley counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bradley fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lewis is out of range.
Lewis lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bradley. Lewis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bradley looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lewis fails with a takedown attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Bradley misses the target.
Derrick Bradley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derrick Lewis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Lewis drives through with a takedown into 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.#T1#
Lewis trying to control but Bradley is working from the bottom.
Lewis is pushing down on Bradley's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bradley is fighting to maintain full guard but Lewis has managed to sneak the leg through.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are battling for position here. Bradley manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Bradley keeping full guard, as Lewis tries to pass.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bradley holds on and takes a little breather.
Lewis trying to control but Bradley is working from the bottom. #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.
Bradley can't keep his opponent in guard - Lewis advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Lewis is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bradley doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lewis.
Bradley knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lewis on the ground.
Bradley gets back to full guard.
Lewis tries to free his leg and advance position but Bradley is retaining full guard.
Bradley looking for a sweep. Not yet Bradley, not yet. #T3#
Lewis wants to control from the top but Bradley keeps moving.
Lewis advances to half guard.
Lewis is thwarting Bradley's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Lewis seems to be working for a kimura but Bradley defends the submission attempt.
Lewis is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Lewis working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Bradley's thigh. Bradley counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Lewis forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Lewis is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bradley has managed to free his arm - good work.
Bradley is pressing down on Lewis's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lewis pushing down on Bradley's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Lewis missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Derrick Lewis will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Bradley chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bradley misses with an uppercut. Lewis saw that one coming.
Lewis moves out of range of the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Lewis on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lewis shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lewis fails with a takedown attempt.
Bradley lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CUT#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bradley throws an overhand right that lands on Lewis's shoulder, as Lewis tries to avoid the shot.
Bradley swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lewis has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Bradley misses with a hook. Lewis ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Lewis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bradley listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bradley connects with a looping right hand.
Bradley throws out a loose jab but Lewis uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD2#
Lewis closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bradley did well to prevent Lewis getting side control.#SUB2#
Lewis is trying to work for a kimura but Bradley is defending well. #SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a kimura but Bradley is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lewis to get the leverage.
Bradley is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lewis can do to turn this around?
Lewis is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Bradley reverses the position - he's now on top in Lewis's guard. #T2##SUB2#
Lewis is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bradley is aware though and is defending well.
Lewis 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.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bradley wants to control from the top but Lewis keeps moving. #SUB2#
Lewis working for a triangle but Bradley defends it easily.
Bradley is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3##SUB2#
Lewis looking for subs off his back but Bradley has passed one foot through into half guard.
Bradley is taking a breather. Lewis 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.
Lewis makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lewis.
Bradley sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Lewis not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Bradley here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Bradley tries to free his leg and advance position but Lewis is retaining full guard.
Lewis looking for a sweep. Not yet Lewis, not yet.
Bradley wants to control from the top but Lewis keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Lewis avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lewis only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bradley tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lewis wants to clinch up but Bradley keeps it at a distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Derrick Bradley dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Derrick Lewis'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. This is the final round!#R3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Lewis looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bradley throws a lazy right hand but Lewis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bradley pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lewis is trying to counter with his kicks.
Bradley throws a front kick aimed at Lewis's knee but Lewis avoids it well.
Bradley stuffs the takedown.
Lewis shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bradley counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Lewis throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bradley was covering up waiting for the punch and Lewis finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Lewis stopping the sweep attempt from Bradley.#T1#
Bradley keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully.
Lewis controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Bradley is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bradley looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lewis passes Bradley's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Bradley wants to get back to full guard but Lewis has mounted him!#T2#
Lewis looking to finish with strikes here!
Lewis fails to move to back control. #SUB2#
Lewis has hold of Bradley's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Bradley manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Derrick Lewis has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lewis wants to control the action but instead Bradley gets a body lock and reverses into Lewis's guard! Nice work!
Lewis is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bradley's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB2#
Lewis working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bradley doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bradley manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a triangle but Bradley pushes his legs off easily.
Bradley is stalling in the full guard.
Bradley has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Bradley wants to control from the top but Lewis keeps moving.
Lewis wants to sweep here but Bradley controlling him for the moment. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lewis wants to hit a sweep here but Bradley passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Lewis there!
Lewis is trying to escape the mount.
Bradley trying to control but Lewis is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lewis slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Derrick Bradley.
I think Bradley has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: WVT 85: Machado v Torvik
Date: Mar 25, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Gracie feints and as Lewis raises his hands in defense, Gracie changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Gracie drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Gracie jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Lewis 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.
Gracie controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lewis keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Lewis tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gracie wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T1#
Gracie wants to control but Lewis is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Gracie goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Lewis has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Gracie but great work by Lewis.
Gracie is looking for a sweep.
Gracie stops Lewis from passing to mount. #SUB#
Lewis goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Gracie rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Lewis's guard! Nice work there by Gracie!
Gracie trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom.
Gracie not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
It looks like Gracie might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#SUB2#
Gracie drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Lewis manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Gracie has Lewis in his guard.#REVR##T2##SUB2#
Gracie has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lewis can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Gracie is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Gracie has his foot on Lewis's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lewis works his way back into a safe position though.
Lewis has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Gracie throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gracie utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lewis stands and throws Gracie's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T3#
Lewis in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Lewis working away.
Gracie manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Gracie trying to hold on to Lewis's head to control him but Lewis postures up.
Lewis stalling away here and it's allowed Gracie to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Lewis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gracie is keeping the position for now.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a triangle but Lewis pushes his legs off easily. #T4#
Gracie is trying to control the position but Lewis postures up.
Lewis advances to half guard.
Lewis wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gracie keeps working.
Gracie is trying to get back to full guard.
Gracie wants to control but Lewis is keeping busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Lewis haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Gracie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lewis has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
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 Derrick Lewis 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#
A slow jab from Gracie misses its intended target.
Gracie misses with an uppercut
and Lewis counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #TD2#
Gracie gets the takedown into side control.
My spies in Ludus Magnus inform me that Gracie has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Gracie wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lewis, who protects the arm well.
Gracie working away.
Lewis is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Gracie is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lewis is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis manages to get back to half guard.
Lewis is looking to control Gracie's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lewis avoid being mounted?
Gracie wants to control but Lewis is keeping him busy. #T1#
Lewis makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lewis.#SUB#
Lewis is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gracie is aware though and is defending well.
Gracie stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lewis swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lewis is trying to control the position but Gracie postures up. #SUB2#
Gracie drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Gracie jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Gracie content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Lewis has locked up a guillotine! Lewis's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Gracie is holding on here and Lewis must be using up a lot of energy. Gracie has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Lewis gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Derrick Lewis!

Event: WVT 74: Edwards v Smith
Date: Feb 24, 2023

#R1#
Burger takes a swing at Lewis's ribcage but misses.
Ham Burger seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Burger misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lewis.
A big right from Burger misses.
The crowd cheers as Burger lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lewis doesn't seem phased though.
Burger throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lewis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Burger dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Burger misses the target.
Burger throws a hook but Lewis avoids it easily.
Lewis shoots in but Burger avoids the takedown attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Lewis gets a double leg takedown into Burger's guard.
Burger wants to stand and escape but Lewis is having none of it. #SUB#
Lewis avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Lewis avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T1#
Lewis trying to control the position from guard on top but Burger is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lewis tries to free his leg and advance position but Burger is retaining full guard.
Burger tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lewis looking to pass the guard.
Lewis throwing strikes but missing.
Lewis is pushing down on Burger's leg trying to pass to half guard. Burger is fighting to maintain full guard but Lewis has managed to sneak the leg through.
Lewis works his way into side control.
Lewis advances to full mount.
Burger's coaches at Gumburcules Gym 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB2#
Lewis is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Burger can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB2#
Lewis working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Burger keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Lewis is trying to control here but Burger has managed to regain half guard. #SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Burger is defending against the submission attempts here by Lewis.
Lewis passes the guard and advances to mount! #T3#
Burger 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.
Burger gets back to full guard.
Burger tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lewis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Burger 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#
Burger is keen to just control but Lewis is a slippery customer.
Lewis is trying is best to control the position here.
Burger is pressing down on Lewis's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lewis is holding on for now. #T4##SUB2#
Lewis is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Burger pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Lewis looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lewis moves into full guard.
Burger stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lewis swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lewis bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Burger's guard. #REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lewis forces his way into half guard.
Lewis prevents Burger from improving his 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 Ham Burger will probably get the nod.
That's time! Burger's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Burger misses with a left hand
and Lewis counters with a right hand to the body.
Lewis goes for a double leg but Burger avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Burger continues to drive forward.
Lewis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Burger.
Nice defenses there by Lewis.
Burger throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Burger fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lewis manages to avoid it.
Burger throws a poor cross that misses
and Lewis counters with a one-two to the body.
Burger looks to land a right hand but Lewis moved out of range.
Lewis feints a counter leg kick.
Lewis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Burger.
Burger looks to land a left hand but Lewis moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good shot there by Burger.#CUT#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Burger. Lewis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Burger misses with a body shot.
Lewis moves out of range as Burger strikes.
Lewis was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T1#
Lewis blocks a jab.
And Lewis tries to counter it with a takedown but Burger pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Burger lands with a nice body punch. #TD2#
Burger tries to sprawl but Lewis drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Burger looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Burger is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lewis pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Lewis is working for a submission of some sort.
Lewis is thwarting Burger's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Lewis is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T2#
Burger tries to get to full guard but Lewis has control of the leg.
Lewis is keen to just control but Burger is a slippery customer.
Burger might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Lewis keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Lewis is pressing down on Burger's thigh, looking to free his foot. Burger is holding on for now.
Burger is trying to control but can't.
Derrick Lewis has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lewis seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Lewis wants to pass to mount but Burger is defending the position. #T3##SUB#
Burger looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lewis uses his free foot to push down on Burger's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Burger.
Burger tries to lock up and control but Lewis gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Lewis fails to take his opponent's back.
Lewis lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Burger hang on?
Lewis wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Burger tries to hold on but Lewis pushes him away. #T4##SUB2#
Lewis jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Burger manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Lewis swings around for an armbar but Burger sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Lewis's guard.
Burger wants to pass the guard but Lewis is keeping the position.
Burger trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Lewis has his foot on Burger's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Burger works his way back into a safe position though.
Burger wants to control from the top but Lewis keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Burger trying to move into half guard but instead Lewis has managed to sweep!#REVB##SUB#
Lewis avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Derrick Lewis will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Derrick Lewis's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Lewis tries for a takedown but Burger circles away easily
and Burger counters with a straight right hand.
Burger sizes up Lewis with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CL2#
Lewis clinches up against the cage.
Lewis prevents Burger from breaking the clinch.
Lewis is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Burger to keep the fight standing.
Lewis trying to control the position but instead, Burger has worked for underhooks and has pushed Lewis into the cage.
Burger wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #BC#
Burger manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis is looking to clinch.
An inside leg kick lands from Lewis.
Burger with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Burger tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lewis was well out of range. Poor timing from Burger.#T1#
Burger throws a jab but it's blocked by Lewis.
Lewis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Burger.
Burger misses with a lunging right hand
letting Lewis counter with a right hand.
Burger throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD2#
Lewis changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Burger looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Burger sneaks back into half guard.
Lewis stalling away here and it's allowed Burger to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Burger trying to control the position.
Lewis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Burger throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T2#
Lewis stopping the sweep attempt from Burger.
Burger working a defensive guard here.
Burger keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully.
Lewis sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Burger's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a kimura here.
Burger is looking for a sweep. Lewis is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3##SUB#
Burger is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lewis pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Burger looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lewis is looking to take a break and control but Burger is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Burger is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lewis pulls his head out easily.
Lewis trying to control from Burger's half guard. Burger has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #SUB#
Burger is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lewis is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Burger is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Burger looking for a sweep. Not yet Burger, not yet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Lewis slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Burger manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a kimura but Burger is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lewis to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Lewis is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Burger is in trouble now - Lewis has advanced to mount!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Burger is trying to escape the mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Derrick Lewis.
I think Lewis 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Derrick Lewis!

Event: WVT 64: Peterson v Simone
Date: Jan 20, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Bokhchuud forces Lewis back against the cage and clinches.
Lewis tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bokhchuud just stands there and leans against the cage.
Bokhchuud lands a left hand.
Bokhchuud keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lewis's efforts to push away.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bokhchuud. #CUT2#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Bokhchuud lands a body shot.
Bokhchuud working Lewis over with knees to the body.
Bokhchuud lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Bokhchuud lands an elbow just above Lewis 's eye.
Lewis is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Bokhchuud is keeping busy.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bokhchuud creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bokhchuud.
A short right from Bokhchuud on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lewis on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Bokhchuud pushes off an throws an elbow but Lewis leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Lewis lands a nice uppercut.#TD#
Lewis ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Lewis no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Bokhchuud is looking to stand up but Lewis won't let him. #SUB#
Lewis looking for a guillotine here but Bokhchuud defends easily. #T1##SU2#
Lewis is working an open guard so Bokhchuud takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Lewis shoots in for a takedown but Bokhchuud shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bokhchuud is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL2#
Bokhchuud rushes Lewis and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Lewis is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Bokhchuud is keeping busy.
A hook to the body from Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lewis avoiding damage as Bokhchuud throws knees to the body.
Bokhchuud lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bokhchuud scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bokhchuud goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lewis blocks an elbow strike from Bokhchuud.
Lewis dodges an elbow strike from Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud trying to land knees to the body. #T2#
Bokhchuud comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Bokhchuud just misses with a elbow thrown towards Lewis's brow.
Bokhchuud with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Lewis jumps guard but Bokhchuud turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Derrick Lewis. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lewis prevents a body shot from Bokhchuud.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Bokhchuud has a couple of punches blocked by Lewis.
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!
Bokhchuud is leaning against Lewis and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lewis wants a takedown.
Lewis on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Bokhchuud lands a knee to the head. #CUT2#Derrick Lewis's cut is getting worse.
Lewis avoids the elbow strike from Bokhchuud, against the cage.
A bit of stalling here from Lewis.
Bokhchuud gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Bokhchuud using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Lewis has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Bokhchuud lands on the inside with an uppercut. #ROC2#Lewis is rocked!
Bokhchuud misses with a knee to the head.
Oh Lewis is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bokhchuud lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lewis.
Bokhchuud throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lewiss head.
Bokhchuud tries to land a knee to the head but Lewis blocks with his arms. #T3#
Bokhchuud lands an elbow just above Lewis 's eye.
Bokhchuud gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#Derrick Lewis's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Bokhchuud landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Bokhchuud looking to throw knees to the head but Lewis is blocking nicely.
Bokhchuud lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Bokhchuud comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Bokhchuud throws a big uppercut that drops Lewis! More strikes from Bokhchuud and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Lewis lies dazed against the cage as Bokhchuud celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khuchtei Bokhchuud!
After the big win, Khuchtei Bokhchuud made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Voodoo Nutrition and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: WVT 58: Maestre v Motts 3
Date: Dec 28, 2022

#R1##CL#
Bokhchuud has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lewis slowing the pace effectively.
Bokhchuud throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Lewis blocks it with crossed arms.
Lewis tries to pull guard but Bokhchuud forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Bokhchuud throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Lewis blocks it with crossed arms.
Bokhchuud throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Lewis blocks it with crossed arms. #TD2#
Lewis decides to pull guard.
Lewis bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bokhchuud's guard. #REVB#
Bokhchuud is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lewis is controlling him.
Bokhchuud keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bokhchuud swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bokhchuud wants to stand and escape but Lewis is having none of it. #T1#
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#ES#
Bokhchuud kicks Lewis off and gets to his feet. #CL#
Bokhchuud has managed to clinch.
Bokhchuud misses with a hook from the clinch.
A bit of stalling here from Lewis.
Bokhchuud misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Lewis.
Bokhchuud working aggressively here. #TD2#
Lewis gets control of Bokhchuud's arms and successfully pulls guard. Lewis will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bokhchuud defends well.#SU#
Bokhchuud gets to his feet. Lewis looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T2##CL#
Lewis gets tackled into the cage by Bokhchuud. Bokhchuud maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Lewis manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Bokhchuud trying to stand up but can't free himself from Lewis's guard.#SU#
Bokhchuud decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Bokhchuud darts in and clinches Lewis up against the cage.
Bokhchuud lands a left hand.
Lewis is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bokhchuud to keep the fight standing.
Bokhchuud misses with the head strike.
Lewis avoids the elbow strike from Bokhchuud, against the cage.
Lewis misses with the head strike.
Bokhchuud tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lewis avoids it.
Bokhchuud connects with a nasty looking knee right to Lewis's face. #CUT#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Lewis managing to block the knees to the body from Bokhchuud.
Lewis blocks an elbow strike.#T3#
Lewis has Bokhchuud pushed against the cage.
Lewis is pushing Bokhchuud up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Bokhchuud throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bokhchuud lands with a short shot to the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Bokhchuud misses with an elbow strike.
Lewis is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#TD2#
Lewis decides to pull guard.
Bokhchuud wants to get up but he can't break Lewis's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Our spies down at at MMA Training and Sparring Buddies inform us that Lewis has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T4##SUB2#
Bokhchuud wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Lewis's closed guard. He's half up but Lewis has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Lewis pivots and extends the arm, Bokhchuud falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Lewis! Well done that man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Derrick Lewis!
In defeat, Khuchtei Bokhchuud stepped up to the mic, saying 'Ð¡Ð°Ð¹Ð½ Ð±Ð°Ð¹Ð½Ð° "Sain baina"-Translation well Shit!'.

Event: WVT 53: Svyatogor v Motts
Date: Dec 09, 2022

#R1#
Wiener throws a head kick that misses.
Lewis is looking to counter punch.
Lewis blocks the body kick.
Wiener pulls out of a head kick attempt. #TD#
Lewis manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Wiener on his heels. He'll look to pass Wiener's guard now, I'm sure.
Lewis forces his way into half guard.
Wiener is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB#
Lewis is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Lewis stops Wiener from getting back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis trying to pass the guard but Wiener defending well.
Wiener wants to get back to his feet.#T1#
Wiener is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Lewis trying to control from half guard but Wiener is working away. #SUB#
Lewis is working for a kimura but Wiener is defending it quite comfortably.
Wiener is trying to stand back up but Lewis is controlling him
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Lewis in particular looking to stall.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Lewis 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.
Wiener won't allow Lewis to pass to mount.
Wiener is trying to stand up here but Lewis is controlling him well. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Lewis seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Wiener pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Wiener goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Wiener misses with a body kick.
Wiener looks for the body kick but Lewis saw that one coming.
Lewis tries to counter with a takedown but Wiener is quick to defend against it.#T3#
Wiener throws a head kick that misses. #TD#
Lewis shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Lewis is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wiener is just riding it out for now. Lewis eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Wiener is looking to escape.
Lewis looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T4##SUB#
Lewis is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Wiener has managed to free his arm - good work.
Wiener looks like he's trying to stand up.
Lewis passes to side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Lewis goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Wiener rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Lewis's guard! Nice work there by Wiener!
Lewis keeping moving, preventing Wiener from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Derrick Lewis dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Wiener misses with a head kick.
Wiener throws a head kick that misses. #TD#
Lewis shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Wiener's guard.
Wiener wants to stand but Lewis is controlling the position. #SUB#
Lewis 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. #SUB#
Lewis 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wiener wants to stand up but Lewis is controlling him. #T1#
Lewis controls from within his opponent's guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Lewis advances position into side control!
Wiener is not content to let Lewis control the position.
Wiener wants to get back to his feet but Lewis drags him back down.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Lewis tries for a kimura but Wiener is defending well.
Wiener is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Lewis has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Lewis advances to full mount. #SUB#
Lewis working for a submission but Wiener is keeping him at bay.
Wiener is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Lewis trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Lewis is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Derrick Lewis overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Lewis wants to take Wiener's back here but Wiener is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Wiener is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lewis can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Wiener is looking to escape.
Wiener's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. #SUB#
Lewis looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Lewis working for a guillotine from mount but Wiener is in no mood to give up.
Lewis tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lewis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wiener can do to turn this around?#T4#
Lewis takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Wiener trying to get back to his feet but Lewis is in full control for now. #SUB#
Lewis is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Wiener has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Wiener staying busy and making it hard for Lewis to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wiener wants to get back to his feet.
We've been informed that Wiener has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SUB#
Lewis is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Wiener defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Derrick Lewis 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#
Wiener lands a nice looking body kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Wiener. Lewis shrugs it off though.
Wiener pulls out of a head kick attempt. #TD#
Lewis fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Wiener to the ground. Lewis is now in Wiener's guard.
Wiener wants to stand and escape but Lewis is having none of it.
Lewis might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wiener keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully.
Wiener wants to get back to his feet but Lewis is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1##SUB#
Lewis has gone for a leg lock! Wiener slips out almost immediately though and dives into Lewis's guard.#REVB#
Lewis working a defensive guard here.
Wiener throws a big elbow that misses.
Lewis thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. #SUB#
Lewis is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Wiener defends well.#SUB#
Lewis is looking for a triangle but Wiener pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Lewis 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! Wiener rolls with it to try and escape but Lewis cranks on the arm and Wiener is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Derrick Lewis!

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

#R1#
Nice uppercut lands for Nimoy. That snapped Lewis's head back. #CUT#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nimoy. Lewis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nimoy throws a lazy right hand but Lewis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nimoy misses with an attempted mid kick. #TD2#
Lewis is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Nimoy's half guard.#SUB2#
Nimoy is defending against the submission attempts here by Lewis. #SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a kimura but Nimoy is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lewis to get the leverage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis stalling away here and it's allowed Nimoy to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Nimoy knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lewis on the ground.
Nimoy looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Lewis puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Lewis is working for a kimura but Nimoy is defending it quite comfortably.
Nimoy wants to control but Lewis is keeping busy.
Nimoy looks like he's trying to stand up.
Nimoy is looking for a sweep. Lewis is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lewis wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nimoy keeps working.
Nimoy is trying to escape back to his feet but Lewis uses the scramble to pass into side control. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Lewis wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Nimoy, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Lewis looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Lewis in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Nimoy is looking to regain half guard here but Lewis keeps moving and retains side control.
Nimoy is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Lewis moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T3#
Nimoy is trying to improve his position.
Nimoy wants to control but Lewis postures up.
Nimoy is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Lewis is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nimoy is just riding it out for now. Lewis eventually gives up the hold.
Nimoy gets full guard.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lewis wants to control from the top but Nimoy keeps moving.
Lewis is pushing down on Nimoy's leg trying to pass to half guard. Nimoy is fighting to maintain full guard but Lewis has managed to sneak the leg through.
Lewis looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a kimura here.
Lewis is trying to control. Nimoy wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Derrick Lewis dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Derrick Lewis's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lewis wants to clinch.
Lewis closes the distance looking to clinch
and Nimoy counters with a nice body shot.
Lewis shoots in and drives through. Nimoy sprawls well.
Nimoy appears to be looking for a big counter.
Nimoy throws a push kick but Lewis slaps the foot to one side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
We've been told by Nimoy's head coaches at Desert Fitness & Training (14 Elite Coaches) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#CL2#
Lewis gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Lewis drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Nimoy gets the underhooks and prevents it. #BC#
Nimoy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Lewis fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lewis takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nimoy uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lewis has time to react.
Nimoy lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #ROC#Lewis is rocked!
Nimoy throws an uppercut from hell that sends Lewis clean off his feet! He's out cold! Nimoy stands back and admires his work as he thinks about that KO of the night award that is surely being wrapped up for him back stage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Leonard Nimoy!

Event: WVT 42: Maestre v Melondov
Date: Oct 28, 2022

#R1#
Teteny dives in for a single leg takedown but Lewis sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD#
Lewis throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Teteny was covering up waiting for the punch and Lewis finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Teteny keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully.
Lewis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Teteny 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#
Lewis has gone for a leg lock! Teteny slips out almost immediately though and dives into Lewis's guard.#REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Lewis seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Teteny not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1##SUB#
Lewis is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Teteny trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lewis looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Teteny drops back looking for a leg! Lewis is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lewis manages to kick Teteny off! Teteny jumps back into Lewis's guard.
Lewis has a closed guard, preventing Teteny from standing up. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lewis not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Teteny pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lewis is keeping the position for now.
Teteny trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Teteny is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lewis sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL#
Lewis has Teteny up against the cage in a clinch.
Lewis lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Teteny wants to take the fight to the mat but Lewis manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Derrick Lewis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Daaniel Teteny.
Teteny wants a takedown but no success here.
Teteny wants to take the fight to the mat but Lewis manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC#
Lewis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Teteny shoots in but Lewis avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T3#
Teteny shoots for a double leg takedown but Lewis sprawls well. He's pushed Teteny's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Teteny looks winded!#CL#
Lewis instigates a clinch.
Teteny wants a takedown but no success here.
Teteny is looking for a takedown.
Teteny changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Lewis fights it off and pushes away nicely. #TD#
Lewis bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Lewis is looking to take a break and control but Teteny is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lewis has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Teteny!#SUB#
Lewis working for a guillotine from mount but Teteny is in no mood to give up. #SUB#
Lewis with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter. #T4##SUB#
Lewis has control of Teteny's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Teteny regains control of the situation pretty easily. #SUB#
Lewis looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lewis tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Derrick Lewis 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#
Teteny looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lewis is fending him off so far but Teteny persists. Nope, Lewis circles away and we're back to standing.
Lewis leaves Teteny with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Teteny fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Lewis avoids it really well and circles away.
Derrick Lewis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Daaniel Teteny.
Lewis throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Teteny tries for a takedown but Lewis sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Teteny tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Lewis defends well and Teteny ends up having to push Lewis into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Teteny shoots for a double leg takedown but Lewis sprawls well. He's pushed Teteny's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lewis connects with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Teteny with a poor takedown #TD#
and Lewis decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Teteny's guard.
Lewis passes Teteny's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Lewis seems to be looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Teteny is breathing heavily.#T1#
Lewis has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Lewis lands with some strikes.
Teteny wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Lewis.
Lewis avoids the attempt from Teteny to control.
Lewis seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Teteny is holding on tight.
Lewis tries to control but Teteny wriggling away. #T2##SUB#
Lewis jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Teteny is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Teteny and Lewis has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Teteny is not content to let Lewis control the position.
Teteny can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Lewis goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Teteny has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Lewis but great work by Teteny.
Lewis gets back to half guard.
Teteny tries to stand and escape but Lewis is controlling the position. #T3#
Lewis is trying to get back to full guard.
Teteny working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB2#
Teteny is trying to work for a kimura but Lewis is defending well. #SUB#
Lewis is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Teteny pulls his head out easily.
Teteny slips a nice elbow through Lewis's hands, connecting with Lewis's forehead.
Lewis throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Lewis is trying to control but can't.
Lewis slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Teteny missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T4#
Teteny slips nicely into half guard.
Teteny sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lewis defending well though.
Lewis throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Teteny looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Lewis with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Lewis wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Teteny is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Teteny drops an elbow to the side of Lewis's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lewis manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lewis keeping moving, preventing Teteny from controlling successfully.
Lewis controlling Teteny's posture.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Derrick Lewis dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Teteny shoots in for a takedown but Lewis shows good takedown defense.
Lewis appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Teteny avoids the body shot from Lewis.
Teteny on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Teteny with a lazy takedown attempt
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Lewis throws a nice looking combination but Teteny bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD#
Lewis closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Teteny to the mat! Teteny manages to get full guard.
Lewis stops Teteny from standing up.
Lewis wants to pass the guard but Teteny is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis stands and throws Teteny's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Teteny takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1##SUB#
Lewis is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Teteny is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Teteny gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Lewis forces the positional change into back control.
Will Lewis go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Lewis has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Derrick Lewis overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2##SUB#
Teteny 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 Lewis gets his way! #SUB#
Lewis looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB#
Teteny fending off the submission attempt from Lewis. #SUB#
Lewis working for a choke but Teteny is defending well. #T3#
Teteny trying to control the hands but Lewis won't let him.
Derrick Lewis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A lull in the action here.
Teteny tries to escape but Lewis has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Teteny 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 Lewis gets his way! #SUB#
Teteny is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Lewis struggling to keep hold of the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Teteny trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.

And that's the end of the fight!
Derrick Lewis showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Lewis 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:26
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:26
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Derrick Lewis!

Event: WVT 37: Melondov v Hawthorne
Date: Oct 07, 2022

#R1##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Bokhchuud enables Lewis to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Bokhchuud manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.

Bokhchuud manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Lewis trying to control the position but instead, Bokhchuud has worked for underhooks and has pushed Lewis into the cage.
Lewis lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bokhchuud backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lewis.
Lewis stalling in the clinch but Bokhchuud improves position.
Lewis is trying to push Bokhchuud away but Bokhchuud has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Lewis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bokhchuud throws a punch but it's blocked by Lewis.
Bokhchuud pushes Lewis back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Knees in the clinch landing for Bokhchuud.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lewis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lewis drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bokhchuud lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bokhchuud. #CUT#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Lewis tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lewis has Bokhchuud pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bokhchuud manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Khuchtei Bokhchuud has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derrick Lewis.
Lewis working aggressively here. #T1#
Lewis takes an elbow to the temple.
I was talking to Bokhchuud's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bokhchuud. #CUT#That has opened up Derrick Lewis's cut even more.
Lewis misses with a hook from the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bokhchuud.
Lewis is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Lewis jumps guard but Bokhchuud turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Bokhchuud can't find room to land a body shot as Lewis controls the action.
Bokhchuud misses with a punch to the body.
A short right from Bokhchuud on the inside.
Lewis can't break the clinch.
Bokhchuud creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Lewis's defenses.
Lewis's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lewis on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Lewis takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT#The cut above Derrick Lewis's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Lewis is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Lewis takes an elbow to the forehead.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bokhchuud throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Lewis blocks it with crossed arms.
Lewis trying to control the position but instead, Bokhchuud has worked for underhooks and has pushed Lewis into the cage.
Lewis tries to pull guard but Bokhchuud won't allow it. #T2##TD2#
Lewis pulls guard successfully.
Bokhchuud is looking to stand up but Lewis won't let him.
Lewis looking for a sweep. Not yet Lewis, not yet.
Lewis is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SU#
Bokhchuud decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #TD2#
Lewis shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bokhchuud napping and manages to drive through into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bokhchuud wants to get back to his feet but Lewis drags him back down.
Bokhchuud is not content to let Lewis control the position.
Bokhchuud is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#ES#
Bokhchuud throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!#T3##CL#
Bokhchuud clinches.
Bokhchuud lands an elbow just above Lewis 's eye. #CUT#Derrick Lewis's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Bokhchuud is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Lewis is defending well for now.
Bokhchuud throws an elbow but it misses.
Lewis wants a takedown.
Bokhchuud prevents a body shot from Lewis.
Bokhchuud working some nice short punches in the clinch.#TD2#
Lewis ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Lewis no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Bokhchuud wants to get up but he can't break Lewis's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Our spies down at at MMA Training and Sparring Buddies inform us that Lewis has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Lewis has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bokhchuud can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SU#
Lewis is working an open guard so Bokhchuud takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#CL#
Bokhchuud gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T4#
Lewis takes a knee right on the jaw!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Khuchtei Bokhchuud!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Khuchtei Bokhchuud waved his t-shirt featuring Voodoo Nutrition's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: WVT 32: Maestre v Brand
Date: Sep 11, 2022

#R1#
Alexandrov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Alexandrov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Lewis shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Alexandrov but Alexandrov pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Lewis working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Lewis lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Alexandrov tries a body shot but Lewis blocks it. #BC2#
Alexandrov manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Lewis shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Alexandrov tries to kick Lewis off but Lewis keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Lewis passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Alexandrov! #T1#
Alexandrov is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Lewis content just to control the position here.
Alexandrov is trying to stand.
Lewis tries to control but Alexandrov wriggling away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alexandrov wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Lewis tries to control but Alexandrov wriggling away.
Alexandrov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Lewis has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Alexandrov is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Derrick Lewis!

Event: WVT 26: Bouncer v Knox
Date: Aug 21, 2022

#R1#
Lewis on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The crowd cheers as Leekpai lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lewis doesn't seem phased though.#CUT2#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
A jab from Leekpai finds it's way through Lewis's defenses.
Leekpai throws a nice inside leg kick.
Leekpai misses with a wild body shot.
Leekpai looks to score with a jab to the body but Lewis is just out of range.
Leekpai throws an off balance right hand
and Lewis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lewis walks into a stiff left hand from Leekpai.
Leekpai looks to land a right hand but Lewis moved out of range.
Lewis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Leekpai.
Leekpai is looking to slow Lewis down with leg kicks.
Lewis slips under a jab.
Lewis checks a low kick from Leekpai.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Leekpai gets caught flat footed, as Lewis shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Leekpai not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T1#
Lewis won't allow Leekpai to sweep him here.
Lewis sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Leekpai's guard. #SUB#
Lewis is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Leekpai is just riding it out for now. Lewis eventually gives up the hold.
Leekpai is looking for a sweep. Lewis is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Leekpai is looking to control Lewis's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Leekpai avoid being mounted?
Leekpai is looking for a sweep. Lewis is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
Lewis is pressing down on Leekpai's thigh, looking to free his foot. Leekpai is holding on for now.
Lewis sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Leekpai defending well though.
Leekpai really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lewis. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Lewis seems to be looking for submissions.
Leekpai is looking for a sweep. Lewis is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lewis prevents Leekpai from standing back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Leekpai is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Lewis is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Leekpai trying to control but Lewis postures up. #T3##SUB#
Lewis seems to be working for a kimura but Leekpai defends the submission attempt.
Leekpai wants to get back to full guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Leekpai can do anything to dispel that myth.
Leekpai regains full guard. Nicely done.
Leekpai is trying to control the position but Lewis postures up.
Leekpai keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully.
Leekpai wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Leekpai is trying to control the position but Lewis postures up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#TD#
Lewis gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Lewis is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Leekpai doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lewis.
Lewis tries to pass the half guard into mount. Leekpai knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Lewis is working for a kimura but Leekpai is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Lewis 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! Leekpai is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Derrick Lewis!

Event: WVT 20: Puto v Newton
Date: Jul 27, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Van Cleefe gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Lewis tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Van Cleefe has Lewis pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Lewis manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Lewis wants a takedown but no success here.
Lewis is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Van Cleefe is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD2#
Van Cleefe has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Lewis regains guard immediately.
Lewis can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Van Cleefe controls the pace.#SUB#
Lewis is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Van Cleefe trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Van Cleefe working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lewis throws his legs up looking for a submission but Van Cleefe uses it to pass to side control.
Lewis regains half guard there - taking advantage of Van Cleefe's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Van Cleefe wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lewis keeps working. #T1##SUB2#
Van Cleefe is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lewis has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Van Cleefe is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lewis defends it well.
Lewis is looking for a sweep. Van Cleefe is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lewis is pressing down on Van Cleefe's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Lewis seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Van Cleefe makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Van Cleefe pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lewis is keeping the position for now.
Van Cleefe lands a couple of elbows.
Van Cleefe stands and throws Lewis's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T2#
Van Cleefe working the body and head with strikes. #CUT2#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.#SUB2#
Van Cleefe looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Lewis gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Van Cleefe is trying to work for a kimura but Lewis is defending well. #SUB2#
Van Cleefe seems to be looking for submissions.
Van Cleefe has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lewis tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Van Cleefe is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lewis defends it well.
Lewis wants to control but Van Cleefe is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3##SUB2#
Van Cleefe 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. #SUB2#
Van Cleefe is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lewis has hold of Van Cleefe's hands but Van Cleefe slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Lewis is refusing to be controlled, as Van Cleefe sits in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Van Cleefe is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Van Cleefe prevents Lewis from improving his position.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Van Cleefe passes to side control. #SUB2#
Van Cleefe working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Van Cleefe tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Van Cleefe has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lewis takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Van Cleefe lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Van Cleefe lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #ROC2#Lewis is rocked!#SUB2#
Van Cleefe goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Lewis rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Van Cleefe's guard! Nice work there by Lewis!
Oh Lewis is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB2#
Van Cleefe is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lewis defends well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lee Van Cleefe dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Derrick Lewis's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Lewis tries to clinch but Van Cleefe moves out of range.
Lewis seems to have got his legs back now.
Van Cleefe misses with a combination
and Lewis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Van Cleefe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lewis was well out of range. Poor timing from Van Cleefe.#TD#
Lewis closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Van Cleefe to the mat! Van Cleefe manages to get full guard.
Van Cleefe keeping full guard, as Lewis tries to pass.
Lewis trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Cleefe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lewis passes Van Cleefe's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lewis is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Van Cleefe trying to get back to full guard but Lewis takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#T1#
Van Cleefe is trying to reverse the position but instead Lewis has taken his back - oops!
Van Cleefe covering up well and avoiding damage. #SUB#
Lewis is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Van Cleefe defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Van Cleefe staying busy and making it hard for Lewis to control.
Lewis loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Van Cleefe hold on? #T2#
Van Cleefe is trying to break free. #SUB#
Lewis working for the choke.
Lewis is trying to stick to Van Cleefe's back but Van Cleefe is turning into Lewis. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Lewis's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Van Cleefe.
Van Cleefe advances to half guard.
Van Cleefe trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Lewis is defending against the submission attempts here by Van Cleefe.
Van Cleefe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Van Cleefe landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #CUT2#Derrick Lewis's cut is getting worse.
Lewis moves into full guard. #T3##SUB2#
Van Cleefe has gone for a leg lock! Lewis slips out almost immediately though and dives into Van Cleefe's guard.#REVR#
Van Cleefe looking to control. #SUB#
Lewis postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Van Cleefe is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Lewis, into his guard. #REVB#
Van Cleefe chips away with some ground and pound.#CUT2#Derrick Lewis's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Van Cleefe in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lewis pulls Van Cleefe in to control the position.
Van Cleefe is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Lewis avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4##SUB#
Lewis looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Van Cleefe is defending well. Lewis quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Van Cleefe has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Lewis celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Derrick Lewis!
The defeated Lee Van Cleefe had this to say: 'Old ninjas don't retire they just disappear in a cloud of smoke. '.

Event: WVT 13: Gustavsson v Svyatogor
Date: Jul 03, 2022

#R1#
Lewis drops his hands momentarily and Doisneau takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CUT#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Doisneau tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lewis misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Lewis with a poor takedown #KD#
and Doisneau counters with a big uppercut that knocks Lewis off his feet! Doisneau dives into side control looking to finish!#ROC#Lewis is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Doisneau works to advance to full mount. Lewis defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Doisneau controlling from the full mount.
Lewis is trying to escape the mount.
Doisneau controlling from the full mount.
Lewis tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lewis 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.
Lewis sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T1#
Lewis makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lewis.#SUB2#
Lewis is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Doisneau is aware though and is defending well.
Doisneau slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Doisneau stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lewis swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Doisneau got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lewis has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Doisneau has managed to get both his arms back between Lewis's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a triangle but Doisneau pushes his legs off easily. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Doisneau looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Lewis looking to hit a scissor sweep but Doisneau is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Lewis has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Doisneau can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Lewis wants to sweep here but Doisneau controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Doisneau tries to free his leg and advance position but Lewis is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Lewis looking for subs off his back but Doisneau has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB2#
Lewis looking for submissions off his back.
Doisneau passes to side control.
Lewis tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Doisneau tries to advance to mount but can't.
Doisneau content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Doisneau trying to control the position but Lewis is working away.
Lewis tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Doisneau presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lewis gets back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Doisneau takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Roch Doisneau dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Derrick Lewis's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Doisneau with a nice calf kick.
Lewis with a lazy takedown attempt
and Doisneau counters with a straight right hand.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lewis is defended easily by Doisneau.
A quick step to the side and Doisneau tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#KD#
Doisneau catches Lewis napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Lewis to the canvas!
Lewis is still in real trouble! Can Doisneau finish him?
Roch Doisneau overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
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!
Doisneau slips nicely into half guard.
Doisneau content to control rather than advance.
Lewis seems to have recovered his senses.
Lewis trying to hold on to Doisneau's head to control him but Doisneau postures up. #T1#
Lewis moves into full guard.
Doisneau trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Lewis working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Doisneau doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Doisneau manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Lewis has his foot on Doisneau's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Doisneau works his way back into a safe position though.
Lewis looking to hit a scissor sweep but Doisneau is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Lewis has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Doisneau 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 Lewis.#T2#
Doisneau trying to control the position but Lewis is working away.
Lewis regains half guard.
Lewis is trying to maintain the position but Doisneau is very close to passing his half guard.
Lewis is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Lewis looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Doisneau wants to pass to mount but Lewis is defending the position.
Doisneau is keen to just control but Lewis is a slippery customer.
It looks like Doisneau is going to stand back up.
Lewis manages to get to full guard.
Doisneau advances position into side control!#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Lewis looks to move to half guard but instead Doisneau has passed into mount! Damn!
Doisneau wants to stand but Lewis is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up.
Lewis is trying to escape the mount.
Lewis tries to hold on but Doisneau postures up.
Doisneau controlling from mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lewis is wriggling around trying to escape.
Doisneau controlling his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Roch Doisneau dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Derrick Lewis's cut.
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#
Doisneau with a hook.
Lewis tries to score a power double leg takedown but Doisneau sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lewis somewhat.
Nice sprawl there from Doisneau as Lewis shoots in.
Lewis fails with a takedown attempt.
Roch Doisneau has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derrick Lewis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doisneau throws a big shot that misses.
Doisneau throws a shot from downtown. Lewis moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Doisneau throws a sloppy head kick and Lewis moves out of range easily.
Lewis fails to land the takedown.
Lewis moves out of range as Doisneau strikes.
Doisneau looks to land a left hand but Lewis moved out of range nicely.
Doisneau loads up on a big right hand but Lewis slips the punch.
As Doisneau backs off Lewis throws a huge counter combo but Doisneau manages to avoid it all.
Crack! A monster head kick from Doisneau and Lewis falls like a tree - timbeeeeeeeeeeerrrr! A highlight reel knockout by Doisneau!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Roch Doisneau!
A very excited looking Roch Doisneau 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: WVT 8: Gustavsson v Shabazz
Date: Jun 08, 2022

#R1#
Choo takes a swing at Lewis's ribcage but misses.
Choo has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Choo falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
so Lewis counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Lewis passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Lewis working away.#SUB#
Lewis working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Lewis goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Choo has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Lewis but great work by Choo.
Choo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lewis keeps working.
Lewis keeps Choo under control for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Choo wants to control but Lewis is keeping him busy.
Lewis prevents Choo from moving into mount.
Lewis is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Choo looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Choo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lewis keeps working.
Lewis manages to get back to half guard.
Choo is keen to just control but Lewis is a slippery customer.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Lewis moves into full guard.
Lewis will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Choo drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Lewis manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Choo has Lewis in his guard.#REVR#
Lewis wants to control from the top but Choo keeps moving. #SUB2#
Choo is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lewis pushes down on Choo's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T3#
Lewis trying to control from half guard but Choo is working away.
Lewis frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB#
Lewis swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Choo is now in Lewis's guard. A big mistake from Lewis there, giving up the dominant position!
Lewis is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Lewis looking to control.
Choo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lewis 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##T4#
Lewis trying to mount his opponent but Choo defends it.
Lewis trying to advance position but Choo counters by regaining guard.
Choo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lewis trying to control but Choo is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Choo throws his legs up looking for a submission but Lewis uses it to pass to side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Lewis has hold of Choo's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Choo seems comfortable defending it but Lewis has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Choo is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Choo is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Lewis couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Derrick Lewis!

Event: WVT 2: Puto v Svyatogor
Date: May 15, 2022

#R1#
Wiener thuds his shin into the meat of Lewis's side.
Lewis moves out of range as Wiener throws a body kick. #TD#
Lewis is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Wiener's half guard.
Wiener pushes Lewis off looking to stand but Lewis dives back in and keeps control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lewis trying to control the action but Wiener is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Lewis 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.
Lewis prevents Wiener from standing back up. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB#
Lewis is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Wiener sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Lewis is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Lewis is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Wiener has managed to free his arm - good work.
Wiener looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB#
Lewis is looking for a kimura but Wiener is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lewis to get the leverage.
Wiener wants to get back to his feet.
Lewis is trying to control the action in half guard but Wiener is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #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.
Wiener pushes Lewis off looking to stand but Lewis dives back in and keeps control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Wiener slips under a jab from Lewis.
Wiener throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Lewis counters with a stiff right hand.
Wiener misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lewis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#TD#
Lewis drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Lewis passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Lewis is trying to get an arm triangle but Wiener is defending well.
Wiener is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Lewis working the ground and pound but Wiener is defending the strikes. #T3#
Wiener wants to get back to his feet but Lewis drags him back down.#SUB#
Lewis looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Wiener is looking to get back to his feet here but Lewis is keeping cool and he's managed to take Wiener's back.
Wiener prevents Lewis from getting a body triangle.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Wiener is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB#
Lewis is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Wiener is defending well though. Lewis let's go of the attempt for now.
Wiener wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Wiener is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Wiener is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Derrick Lewis 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#
Lewis throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#TD#
Lewis shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Wiener napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Wiener wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Lewis is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Wiener knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Lewis is looking to take a break and control but Wiener 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.
Wiener wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#T1#
Wiener is not content to let Lewis control the position.
Wiener wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#SUB#
Lewis is trying to get an arm triangle but Wiener is defending well. #SUB#
Lewis tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Wiener is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#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.#SUB#
Lewis tries for a kimura but Wiener is defending well. #SUB#
Wiener is trying to stand and escape here. He's got onto all fours but that's just let Lewis take his back! Uh oh - Lewis has got a rear naked choke here! Wiener is forced to tap! It's all over! One monent is all it takes in this sport!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Derrick Lewis!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 03, 2022

#R1#
Johns throws a head kick that misses.
Johns throws the kick towards the body but Lewis avoids it.
Johns lands a right hook to the body.
Lewis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Johns. Lewis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lewis walks into a stiff left hand from Johns.
Johns is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CUT#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Don Johns seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Johns clinches with his opponent. #BC2#
Lewis breaks from the clinch.
Johns jabs Lewis to the body, keeping him at a distance.#CL#
Johns clinches up against the cage.
A bit of stalling here from Johns. #TD2#
Lewis pulls guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Johns lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Johns 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.#SU#
Johns stands up from Lewis's guard - Johns perhaps looking for a knockout.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lewis looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Johns swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T1#
Johns tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lewis was well out of range. Poor timing from Johns.
Lewis takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#ROC#Lewis is rocked!
Lewis leaves his chin hanging out and Johns seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Lewis crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Don Johns!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 22, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Takala closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Lewis quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB#
Lewis is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Takala pulls his head out easily.
Lewis is looking to get back to full guard here but Takala has managed to pass to side control instead.
Lewis tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Takala wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lewis dodges the ground and pound from Takala.
Lewis sneaks back into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takala wants to pass to mount but Lewis is defending the position.
Takala sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lewis defending well though. #T1#
Takala looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lewis is looking for a sweep. Takala is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lewis trying to control but Takala postures up.
Lewis gets full guard.#SUB#
Lewis looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Takala passes into half guard.
Takala missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Lewis wants to improve his position but Takala is controlling well. #SUB#
Lewis looking for submissions off his back.
Lewis is in trouble now - Takala has advanced to mount!
Lewis is in all sorts of trouble here.
Takala misses with a head shot.
Takala lands with some strikes.#CUT2#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.#T3#
Lewis can't escape the position.
Lewis 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.#SUB#
Lewis looking for submissions off his back.
Takala thows a huge punch but Lewis dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Lewis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Takala winds up and cracks Lewis with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #CUT2#Derrick Lewis's cut is getting worse.
Lewis tries to roll over but Takala keeps him under control.#T4#
Lewis is working hard here to advance position.
Lewis trying to hold on to Takala's head to control him but Takala postures up.
Lewis is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lewis moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lewis working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Takala.
Takala pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lewis is keeping the position for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tino Takala dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Derrick Lewis's cut.
That's time! Lewis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Takala misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tino Takala seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Takala swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lewis drops down looking for a counter takedown but Takala sprawls and moves away.#CL2#
Takala gets a clinch.
Lewis blocking some punches.
Takala gets through Lewis's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Lewis stalling in the clinch but Takala improves position.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Takala.
A short left from Takala.
Lewis tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A short right from Takala.
Takala lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lewis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lewis.
Lewis blocking some punches.
Takala has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lewis blocks an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Takala.
A shot in the inside from Takala. #ROC2#Lewis is rocked!
Takala swings wildly with an uppercut but Lewis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oh Lewis is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Takala tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lewis is trying to pull guard but Takala has him pressed against the cage.
Takala misses with a hook from the clinch.
Takala misses with some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Takala.
Lewis blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Lewis tries to break free but Takala pushes him back against the cage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Takala as Lewis tries to tie him up.
Takala has a couple of punches blocked by Lewis.
Takala tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Takala throws a head punch that misses.
Lewis blocks an uppercut.
Takala lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Lewis jumps guard but Takala stands there with Lewis around his waist. Lewis gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Derrick Lewis. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Takala fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Takala misses with a hook from the clinch.
Takala dips a shoulder and cracks Lewis with a mighty uppercut! Lewis falls back against the cage and Takala unloads with a barrage of strikes! Lewis is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Takala screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tino Takala!
A very excited looking Tino Takala 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: Apr 17, 2022

#R1#
Tiger dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lewis is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tiger sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tiger misses with an uppercut. #TD2#
Lewis fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Tiger to the ground. Lewis is now in Tiger's guard.
Tiger keeping full guard, as Lewis tries to pass. #SUB2#
Lewis thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tiger swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lewis looking to sit in guard and control but Tiger gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T1#
Tiger trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Tiger avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lewis wants to sweep here but Tiger controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Lewis is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tiger is aware though and is defending well.
Tiger has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Lewis looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lewis wants to sweep here but Tiger controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Tiger trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Lewis is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tiger is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Lewis is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Tiger trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a triangle but Tiger pushes his legs off easily.
Tiger trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Lewis looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tiger is one step ahead there.
Lewis 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#
Tiger holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Lewis is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Lewis seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Tiger is holding on tight. #SUB2#
Lewis looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB2#
Lewis looking to secure an arm triangle but Tiger defends it well. #T4#
Tiger working to try and regain half guard. #SUB2#
Lewis has isolated one of Tiger's arms. Tiger looking to fight him off but Lewis twists into an armbar. It's tight... Will he tap?? YES, he's tapped! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Derrick Lewis!

Event: CWC 291 - London
Date: Jan 17, 2022

192 cm
31 yrs
218 lbs

189 cm
31 yrs
220 lbs

Lewis

Rabbitte

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 10 losses; Derrick Lewis! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Paul Rabbitte!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Andrew Berry and James Glass.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Rabbitte pushes Lewis up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Lewis pulls guard successfully.
Lewis tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lewis wants to control the position but Rabbitte says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Rabbitte is keen to just control but Lewis is a slippery customer.
Lewis tries to get to full guard but Rabbitte has control of the leg.
Rabbitte trying to control from half guard but Lewis is working away.
My spies in JAG Battle Gym inform me that Rabbitte has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Rabbitte is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Rabbitte is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lewis defends it well.
Lewis tries to get to full guard but Rabbitte has control of the leg. #T1#
Rabbitte trying to pass the guard but Lewis defending well. #SUB2#
Rabbitte is trying to work for a kimura but Lewis is defending well.
Rabbitte is thwarting Lewis's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Rabbitte is looking for a kimura here. #T2#
Rabbitte wants to pass the guard but Lewis is defending well.
Lewis is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Rabbitte is looking for a kimura but Lewis is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Rabbitte to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Rabbitte is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lewis is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rabbitte's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rabbitte's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Lewis (4) vs (0) Rabbitte#T3##SUB#
Rabbitte preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Lewis.
Rabbitte breaks Lewis's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lewis (4) vs (2) Rabbitte
Rabbitte is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Lewis is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rabbitte defends well.
Rabbitte forces his way into half guard.
Lewis wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Lewis looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rabbitte trying to mount his opponent but Lewis defends it. #T4#
Rabbitte is trying to control the action in half guard but Lewis is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rabbitte works his way into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lewis (4) vs (5) Rabbitte
Lewis is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Rabbitte thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Lewis keeping his opponent close.
Lewis is looking to regain half guard here but Rabbitte keeps moving and retains side control. #T5#
Rabbitte is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Lewis is looking for a sweep.
Rabbitte wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lewis keeps working.
Lewis is looking for a sweep.
Lewis sneaks back into half guard.
Rabbitte not doing much here.
Rabbitte wants to control but Lewis is keeping him busy. #T6##SUB2#
Rabbitte 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.
Lewis is pressing down on Rabbitte's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Rabbitte stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lewis swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Lewis escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rabbitte gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rabbitte is stalling in the full guard. #T7#
Rabbitte trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rabbitte advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Lewis (4) vs (8) Rabbitte
Rabbitte working away.
Lewis is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Lewis's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Rabbitte is trying to get an arm triangle but Lewis is defending well. #SUB2#
Rabbitte tries for a kimura but Lewis is defending well. #T8##SUB2#
Rabbitte goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Lewis has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Rabbitte but great work by Lewis.
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Lewis (8) vs (8) Rabbitte
Rabbitte is trying to control Lewis's posture but Lewis avoids it.
Lewis trying to control the action but Rabbitte is working from the bottom.
Rabbitte gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Rabbitte gets full guard.
Rabbitte is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lewis (8) vs (10) Rabbitte#T9##SUB2#
Rabbitte is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Lewis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rabbitte controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Rabbitte is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lewis has managed to free his arm - good work.
Lewis wants to improve his position but Rabbitte is controlling well. #T10#
Lewis is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Rabbitte is working for a kimura but Lewis is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Rabbitte 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. #SUB2#
Rabbitte is working for a submission of some sort. #T11#
Rabbitte is trying to control. Lewis wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Lewis is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rabbitte pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Rabbitte 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.
Lewis wants to get back to full guard but Rabbitte has mounted him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Lewis (8) vs (13) Rabbitte#T12##SUB2#
Rabbitte working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Lewis really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rabbitte forces the positional change into back control.
Score +3 for taking back: Lewis (8) vs (16) Rabbitte#SUB2#
Rabbitte patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Well, with Rabbitte on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Lewis is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Lewis just trying to survive but Rabbitte is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Rabbitte controlling well, preventing Lewis from escaping the position. #SUB2#
Rabbitte is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Lewis has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Lewis is trying to break free. #T13##SUB2#
Rabbitte looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Lewis is controlling Rabbitte 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lewis (10) vs (16) Rabbitte
Rabbitte can't keep his opponent in guard - Lewis advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Lewis prevents Rabbitte from improving his position.
Rabbitte is trying to control but can't. #T14##SUB#
Lewis is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Rabbitte is looking for a sweep. Lewis is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lewis is looking to take a break and control but Rabbitte is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rabbitte is trying to get back to full guard.
Rabbitte keeps trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rabbitte trying to control but Lewis postures up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rabbitte wins on points by 16 to 10.
Paul Rabbitte 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 290 - Hilo
Date: Jan 09, 2022

192 cm
31 yrs
218 lbs

188 cm
26 yrs
217 lbs

Lewis

Okamoto

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 9 losses; Derrick Lewis! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Yoshito Okamoto!
The judges for this bout are Paul Gruel, Micheangelo Fripello and Ryoma Takatsuka.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Lewis gets caught napping as Okamoto dives in and scores a takedown. Lewis manages to retain guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lewis (0) vs (2) Okamoto
Lewis keeping full guard, as Okamoto tries to pass.
Lewis tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Okamoto trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Okamoto controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Lewis looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Okamoto has picked Lewis up and slammed him! Lewis can't keep hold of the triangle and Okamoto manages to pass to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Lewis (0) vs (5) Okamoto#T1#
Lewis tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Okamoto presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Lewis (0) vs (7) Okamoto
Okamoto tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Okamoto avoids the attempt from Lewis to control.
Okamoto takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Okamoto prevents Lewis from getting the reversal.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Okamoto looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
Okamoto tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
It looks like Okamoto might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Lewis tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Okamoto takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Lewis really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Lewis looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Lewis (0) vs (10) Okamoto#T3#
Okamoto avoiding Lewis 's attempts to control his hands.
Okamoto is hanging on to Lewis's back as he tries to escape.
Okamoto keeps control of the position easily here as Lewis tries to buck him off.
Lewis wants to escape the position.
Lewis trying to control but not successfully.
Okamoto controls the action.#T4#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Okamoto is continuing to stall.
The adventures of Okamoto the control monster continue. Boring.
Lewis tries to roll but Okamoto sticks to his back.
Okamoto biding his time, looking for the opening. #T5#
Lewis tries to escape but Okamoto has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Lewis is working hard here to advance position.
Okamoto biding his time, looking for the opening.
Lewis can't escape the position.
Okamoto keeps control of the position easily here as Lewis tries to buck him off. #T6#
Lewis is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Lewis trying to control but not successfully.
Okamoto controlling the position well here. Lewis rolled but Okamoto kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position. #T7#
Lewis is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Okamoto is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Lewis rolls, trying to escape but Okamoto keeps control of the position.
Lewis is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Okamoto.
Okamoto not allowing Lewis to control his hands.
Okamoto controlling well, preventing Lewis from escaping the position. #T8#
Okamoto just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
I really don't envy Lewis right now.
Okamoto really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Lewis.
Lewis wants to escape the position.
Good control from Okamoto.#T9#
Okamoto doesn't have the hooks in and Lewis manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lewis (2) vs (10) Okamoto
Lewis tries to free his leg and advance position but Okamoto is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Okamoto looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lewis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Okamoto is keeping the position for now. #T10#
Lewis wants to control from the top but Okamoto keeps moving.
Okamoto has control of Lewis's left arm, preventing Lewis from doing any damage.
Okamoto trying to keep a closed guard but Lewis is proving a slippery customer.
Okamoto controlling the position.
Lewis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T11#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Okamoto holds on and takes a little breather.
Lewis tries to free his leg and advance position but Okamoto is retaining full guard.
Okamoto keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully.
Lewis tries to free his leg and advance position but Okamoto is retaining full guard.
Okamoto keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully. #T12#
Okamoto keeping full guard, as Lewis tries to pass.
Okamoto is controlling Lewis's posture.
Well,Lewis is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?#SUB#
Lewis drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Okamoto manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Lewis has Okamoto in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lewis (2) vs (12) Okamoto
Lewis looking for a sweep. Not yet Lewis, not yet.
Okamoto content to stall in guard here. #T13##SUB#
Lewis has an active guard here but Okamoto has managed to pass into half guard.
Okamoto trying to control the pace.
Okamoto prevents Lewis from improving his position.#T14#
Okamoto performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Let's hope that Okamoto 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.
Lewis is trying to get back to full guard.
Well, if Okamoto 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lewis is trying to control but can't.

And that's the end of the fight!
Okamoto wins on points by 12 to 2.
A very excited looking Yoshito Okamoto 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: CWC 288 - Los Angeles
Date: Dec 26, 2021

150 cm
24 yrs
195 lbs

192 cm
31 yrs
218 lbs

Breaker

Lewis

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 18 losses; Arm Breaker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 9 losses; Derrick Lewis!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Frank Antenori.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Breaker closes the distance and clinches.
Breaker stops a takedown attempt from Lewis.
Lewis is looking for a takedown.#TD2#
Lewis gets control of Breaker's arms and successfully pulls guard. Lewis will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Breaker controls from within his opponent's guard.
Our spies down at at 88Fight Club Gym88.. 800pw (16 COACHES) inform us that Lewis has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Lewis looking for a triangle here. Breaker is fighting it but it looks tight! Lewis pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Breaker is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Derrick Lewis!

Event: CWC 285 MTL
Date: Dec 05, 2021

182 cm
50 yrs
208 lbs

192 cm
31 yrs
218 lbs

Germano

Lewis

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 20 losses; Rui Rodrigo Germano! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 8 losses; Derrick Lewis!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Alec Ball and William Peck.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Lewis closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Lewis gets control of Germano's arms and successfully pulls guard. Lewis will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Germano looking to sit in guard and control but Lewis gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Germano (0) vs (2) Lewis
Lewis trying to control but Germano is working from the bottom.
Germano keeping full guard, as Lewis tries to pass. #SUB2#
Lewis thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Germano manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lewis manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Germano (2) vs (2) Lewis
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Germano trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Germano got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lewis has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Germano has managed to get both his arms back between Lewis's legs - danger averted.
Our spies down at at 88Fight Club Gym88.. 800pw (16 COACHES) inform us that Lewis has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T1#
Germano trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Germano passes Lewis's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Lewis is not content to let Germano control the position.#SUB#
Germano is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lewis sees it coming and defends easily.
Germano is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Germano wants to free his trapped foot but Lewis is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Germano is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2#
Lewis works his way to full guard. Good work.
Germano wants to pass the guard but Lewis is keeping the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lewis is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Germano (2) vs (4) Lewis
Germano working a defensive guard but Lewis manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Germano (2) vs (7) Lewis
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Lewis working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Germano is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Lewis off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Germano (6) vs (7) Lewis
Lewis trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T3#
Lewis turns into Germano and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Germano (6) vs (9) Lewis
Lewis tries to free his leg and advance position but Germano is retaining full guard.
Germano wants to sweep here but Lewis controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Lewis drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lewis jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Germano working a defensive guard here.
Germano is really struggling to control Lewis but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T4#
Germano wants to sweep here but Lewis controlling him for the moment.
Lewis not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Germano looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Germano is trying to control the position but Lewis postures up.
Lewis trying to control but Germano is working from the bottom. #T5##SUB2#
Lewis has gone for a leg lock! Germano slips out almost immediately though and dives into Lewis's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Germano (8) vs (9) Lewis#SUB2#
Lewis throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Germano escapes and throws Lewis's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Germano (11) vs (9) Lewis#SUB#
Germano is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lewis is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Lewis tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Germano trying to control the action but Lewis is working from the bottom. #T6##SUB#
Germano is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lewis has escaped the position, nice work there.
Lewis is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Germano's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Germano 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.
Germano wants to control but Lewis is keeping him busy. #T7##SUB2#
Lewis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lewis is staying active underneath Germano, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lewis is looking to improve his position.
Germano is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Germano wants to take a breather but Lewis is having none of it. #SUB#
Germano is working for a submission of some sort.
Germano content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T8#
Germano is trying to control. Lewis wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Lewis gets full guard.#SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a triangle but Germano pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Lewis has his foot on Germano's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Germano works his way back into a safe position though.
Germano trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Germano looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Germano trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T9#
Germano pushing down on Lewis's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Lewis trying to control but Germano postures up.
Germano wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lewis keeps working.
Germano is controlling the pace. #SUB#
Germano is looking for a kimura here.
Lewis is staying active underneath Germano, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T10#
Germano tries to pass the half guard into mount. Lewis knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Germano wants to take a breather but Lewis is having none of it.
Lewis trying to control from the bottom.
Germano trying to mount his opponent but Lewis defends it.
Germano wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lewis keeps working. #T11#
Lewis slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Germano stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lewis swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lewis wants to sweep but no luck.
Germano postures up. #SUB2#
Germano got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lewis has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Germano has managed to get both his arms back between Lewis's legs - danger averted.
Germano looking to sit in guard and control but Lewis gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Germano (11) vs (11) Lewis
Lewis advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Germano (11) vs (14) Lewis#SUB2#
Lewis is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Germano is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T12#
Germano is looking for a sweep.
Lewis working away.
Germano tries to improve position but can't.
Germano struggling a bit here.
Lewis tries to move into full mount but can't pass Germano's legs. #SUB2#
Lewis is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Germano knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Germano is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Lewis off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Germano (15) vs (14) Lewis#T13#
I really don't envy Lewis right now.
Germano tries to keep control of the position but Lewis is staying busy.#SUB#
Lewis preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Germano. #SUB#
Germano patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Lewis is keeping busy.
Germano controlling the position well here. Lewis rolled but Germano kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Lewis wants to escape the position. #T14#
Lewis looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
I really don't envy Lewis right now.
Germano tries to keep control of the position but Lewis is staying busy.
Germano really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Lewis.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Germano has the hooks in. Lewis is starting to panic. He's trying to push off one of the legs but he's left his neck open to attack. Germano passes his arm under Lewis's neck and tightens up a rear naked choke! This one is surely all over! Yes, Lewis taps!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rui Rodrigo Germano!
After winning the bout, Rui Rodrigo Germano thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CWC 282
Date: Nov 14, 2021

190 cm
36 yrs
196 lbs

192 cm
30 yrs
218 lbs

Beast

Lewis

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Dave Beast! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 7 losses; Derrick Lewis!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, David Schapiro and Reed Andrews.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Beast pushes Lewis up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Beast has Lewis pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Beast pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Lewis tumbling to the mat - Beast dives into Lewis's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Beast (2) vs (0) Lewis
Beast trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lewis wants to sweep here but Beast controlling him for the moment.
Beast trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Beast is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Lewis is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beast is really struggling to control Lewis but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB2#
Lewis looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Beast has picked Lewis up and slammed him! Lewis can't keep hold of the triangle and Beast manages to pass to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Beast (5) vs (0) Lewis
Beast is looking to take a break and control but Lewis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Lewis tries to bench press Beast off him but Beast keeps the position.
Beast trying to control the action but Lewis is working from the bottom.
Beast advances to full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Beast (7) vs (0) Lewis
Beast controlling from mount.
Beast trying to control but Lewis is having none of it. #T2#
Lewis regains half guard.#SUB#
Beast is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lewis defends it well.
Lewis is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lewis is staying active underneath Beast, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lewis moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Lewis has his foot on Beast's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Beast works his way back into a safe position though.
Beast wants to control from the top but Lewis keeps moving. #SUB2#
Lewis working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Beast doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Beast manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Beast sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lewis's guard.
Lewis moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a triangle but Beast pushes his legs off easily.
Beast wants to control from the top but Lewis keeps moving. #T4##SUB2#
Lewis escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Beast gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Beast trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Beast won't allow Lewis to sweep him here.
Beast wants to control from the top but Lewis keeps moving. #SUB#
Beast drops back, looking for a kneebar! Lewis looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Lewis looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Lewis!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Beast (7) vs (4) Lewis
Beast can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Lewis tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lewis has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T5#
Beast is looking for a sweep.
Beast is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Lewis's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Beast is not content to let Lewis control the position.#SUB2#
Lewis is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Beast doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lewis. #SUB2#
Lewis 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. #T6##SUB2#
Lewis is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Lewis is working for a submission of some sort.
Beast tries to get to full guard but Lewis has control of the leg. #T7##SUB2#
Lewis is trying to work for a kimura but Beast is defending well.
Beast tries to roll over but Lewis keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Beast defends it well.
Beast trying to control but Lewis postures up. #SUB2#
Lewis is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Beast sees it coming and defends easily.#T8#
Beast trying to hold on to Lewis's head to control him but Lewis postures up. #SUB2#
Lewis is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The fighters are battling for position here. Beast manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Lewis content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Beast has locked up a guillotine! Beast's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Lewis is holding on here and Beast must be using up a lot of energy. Lewis has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Beast gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Dave Beast!
A very excited looking Dave Beast 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: CWC 279.5 - Rocky Horror Roll
Date: Oct 31, 2021

192 cm
30 yrs
218 lbs

195 cm
36 yrs
220 lbs

Lewis

Moore

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 6 losses; Derrick Lewis! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 8 losses; Carl Moore!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Thiago Cunha and Alexandre Firmino.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Moore darts in looking for a takedown but Lewis gets double underhooks and turns Moore into the cage.
Moore misses with a takedown #TD#
and Lewis counters with a shoot takedown. Moore fights it but they end up in guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lewis (2) vs (0) Moore
Moore keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully.
Moore tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Moore is controlling Lewis's posture.
Moore controls Lewis momentarily but Lewis frees himself.
Moore has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at LET Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Moore working for a triangle but Lewis defends it easily.
Moore working a defensive guard here. #T1##SUB#
Lewis has gone for a leg lock! Moore slips out almost immediately though and dives into Lewis's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lewis (2) vs (2) Moore
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Lewis throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Moore wants to pass the guard but Lewis is keeping the position.
Moore trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom.
Moore sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Lewis had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Moore defends it easily.#T2#
Moore wants to control from the top but Lewis keeps moving.
Moore stands and throws Lewis's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lewis (2) vs (5) Moore#SUB2#
Moore tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Moore has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Moore working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Lewis tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Moore is looking to take a break and control but Lewis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Moore wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lewis, who protects the arm well.
Moore wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lewis keeps working.
Lewis tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Moore wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Moore thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Lewis stops Moore from passing to mount. #T4#
Moore wants to control but Lewis is keeping him busy.
Moore tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB2#
Moore is trying to get an arm triangle but Lewis is defending well.
Lewis tries to improve position but can't. #T5#
Lewis struggling a bit here.
Lewis manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lewis (4) vs (5) Moore
Moore is doing well to control the position and prevent Lewis from advancing to side control.
Lewis works his foot free and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lewis (7) vs (5) Moore#SUB#
Lewis jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Moore is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Moore and Lewis has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Lewis is looking to take a break and control but Moore is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T6#
Moore tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Lewis working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Moore isn't going anywhere.
Moore's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Lewis wants to take a breather but Moore manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Lewis.
Moore seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T7#
Lewis looking to pass the guard.
Moore looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lewis is one step ahead there.
Lewis looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Moore is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lewis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Moore swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T8#
Moore wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Lewis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Moore seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB#
Lewis is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Moore is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Moore has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lewis (7) vs (7) Moore#T9#
Moore pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lewis is keeping the position for now.
Moore passes Lewis's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Lewis gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Lewis working for a triangle but Moore defends it easily.
Moore not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T10#
Moore trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom.
Lewis looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Moore puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #SUB#
Lewis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Moore is looking for a kimura here.
Moore stalling. #SUB2#
Moore seems to be working for a kimura but Lewis defends the submission attempt.
Lewis is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at 88Fight Club Gym88.. 800pw (16 COACHES), so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T11##SUB2#
Moore is trying to work for a kimura but Lewis is defending well. #SUB#
Lewis looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Moore wants to control but Lewis is keeping him busy.
Moore prevents Lewis from improving his position.
Lewis is not content to let Moore control the position.#SUB2#
Moore is looking for a kimura but Lewis is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Moore to get the leverage. #T12##SUB#
Lewis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Moore is looking to take a break and control but Lewis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Moore passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Lewis!
Score +3 for passing guard: Lewis (7) vs (10) Moore
Moore controlling the pace for now. #SUB2#
Moore is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Lewis has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Lewis regains half guard.#T13##SUB2#
Lewis is defending against the submission attempts here by Moore.
Lewis wants to improve his position but Moore is controlling well.
Moore moves into full mount! Lewis won't be happy about that!
Score +3 for passing guard: Lewis (7) vs (13) Moore
Lewis keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Moore trying to control but Lewis is having none of it.
Lewis tries to lock up and control but Moore gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T14##SUB2#
Moore jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Lewis is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Lewis and Moore has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission. #SUB2#
Moore working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Lewis is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Moore looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Moore is trying to get an arm triangle but Lewis is defending well.
Lewis struggling a bit here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Moore wins on points by 13 to 7.

Event: CWC 274
Date: Oct 10, 2021

192 cm
30 yrs
218 lbs

196 cm
29 yrs
220 lbs

Lewis

Finau

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Derrick Lewis! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Vaai Finau!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Robert Douchet and Elvis Blanc.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Lewis tries to close the distance and clinch but Finau swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Finau clinches up against the cage.
Lewis tries for a takedown. No joy. #TD#
Lewis pulls guard successfully.
Finau trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom.
Lewis is trying to keep Finau in close.
Finau passes Lewis's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Finau is trying to control the action in half guard but Lewis is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lewis is looking for a sweep. Finau is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Finau is trying to work for a kimura but Lewis is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finau trying to control from Lewis's half guard. Lewis has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Lewis keeping moving, preventing Finau from controlling successfully. #T1#
Finau's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Finau got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lewis has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Finau has managed to get both his arms back between Lewis's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Lewis is looking for a triangle but Finau pushes his legs off easily.
Finau works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lewis is looking for a sweep. Finau is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Finau is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Finau is trying to work for a kimura but Lewis is defending well.
Lewis tries to roll over but Finau keeps him under control.#T2##SUB2#
Finau is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lewis doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Finau. #SUB2#
Finau is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lewis has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Lewis looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Finau is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lewis defends it well.
Finau seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lewis does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T3##SUB#
Lewis actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Finau wants to work for an arm triangle but Lewis is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Finau is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Finau is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Finau seems to be working for a kimura but Lewis defends the submission attempt.
Finau prevents Lewis from improving his position.#T4##SUB2#
Finau is looking for a kimura but Lewis is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Finau to get the leverage.
Lewis regains full guard. Nicely done.
Finau is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Lewis looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Finau wants to control from the top but Lewis keeps moving.
Finau tries to free his leg and advance position but Lewis is retaining full guard. #T5#
Finau trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Lewis looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Lewis is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Finau defends well.
Finau wants to control from the top but Lewis keeps moving.
Lewis is controlling Finau's posture.
Finau controlling from the top position.
Finau sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lewis's guard. #T6#
Finau wants to take a breather but Lewis is having none of it. #SUB2#
Finau is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lewis is just riding it out for now. Finau eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Lewis is defending against the submission attempts here by Finau.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lewis is trying to maintain the position but Finau is very close to passing his half guard.
Finau prevents Lewis from improving his position.#SUB2#
Finau is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T7#
Lewis wants to control but Finau is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Lewis slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Lewis is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Finau defends well.
Finau stands and throws Lewis's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lewis (0) vs (3) Finau
Lewis is looking to reverse the position.
Lewis is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Finau is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lewis is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Finau looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T8##SUB2#
Finau tries for a kimura but Lewis is defending well. #SUB2#
Finau tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Finau has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lewis is looking to regain half guard here but Finau keeps moving and retains side control.
Finau is looking to take a break and control but Lewis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Finau tries for a kimura but Lewis is defending well. #T9##SUB2#
Finau wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lewis, who protects the arm well.
Finau is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Lewis will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#SUB2#
Finau is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lewis is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Finau swings around for an armbar but Lewis sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Finau's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lewis (2) vs (3) Finau
Lewis won't allow Finau to sweep him here.
Finau is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Lewis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Finau swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T10#
Finau is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Finau is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Finau looking for a sweep. Not yet Finau, not yet.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Finau holds on and takes a little breather.
Finau wants to sweep here but Lewis controlling him for the moment.
Lewis is looking to advance position but Finau has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Lewis (2) vs (7) Finau#T11#
Finau takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB2#
Lewis defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Finau.
Lewis 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#
Finau is looking for a kimura but Lewis is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Finau to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Finau is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Finau is trying to control. Lewis wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Finau trying to mount his opponent but Lewis defends it.
Lewis is looking to control Finau's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lewis avoid being mounted?#T12#
Finau is trying to control the action in half guard but Lewis is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Finau is looking to advance position but Lewis won't allow it. #SUB2#
Finau is trying to work for a kimura but Lewis is defending well.
Finau wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lewis keeps working.
Finau tries to pass the half guard into mount. Lewis knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Finau is working for a submission of some sort.
Lewis is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at 88Fight Club Gym88.. 800pw (16 COACHES), so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Finau seems to be working for a kimura but Lewis defends the submission attempt.#T13#
Finau wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lewis keeps working. #SUB#
Lewis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lewis is staying active underneath Finau, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Lewis actively working from the bottom here.#T14#
Finau content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Finau seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lewis does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Finau is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Lewis!
Score +3 for passing guard: Lewis (2) vs (10) Finau#SUB2#
Finau looking for a guillotine from mount but Lewis is having none of it. #SUB2#
Finau goes for an armbar but Lewis turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Lewis.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lewis (4) vs (10) Finau
Lewis trying to control but Finau is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Finau wins on points by 10 to 4.
Vaai Finau seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: CWC 266
Date: Sep 19, 2021

192 cm
30 yrs
218 lbs

180 cm
36 yrs
220 lbs

Lewis

Dalton

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Derrick Lewis! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 22 losses; Pacer Dalton!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Daniel Cesar and Mauricio Rocha.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Dalton shoots for a double leg takedown but Lewis sprawls well. He's pushed Dalton's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Dalton enables Lewis to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Dalton manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lewis (2) vs (0) Dalton
Dalton is pulling down on Lewis's head. It's preventing any offense from Lewis, at least for the moment.
Dalton wants to sweep here but Lewis controlling him for the moment.
Dalton is adopting a defensive guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Lewis 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis looking to pass the guard.
Dalton wants to sweep but no luck.
Dalton bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lewis's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lewis (2) vs (2) Dalton
Lewis is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1#
Dalton looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Lewis throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dalton controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Lewis working a defensive guard here.
Dalton passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lewis (2) vs (5) Dalton
Lewis is trying to get back to half guard.
Lewis being controlled for a moment. #T2#
Lewis is looking to reverse the position.
Dalton is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Lewis will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lewis is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Dalton's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dalton controlling the action here. #SUB#
Lewis actively working from the bottom here.
Dalton trying to pass the guard but Lewis defending well. #T3#
Dalton seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Lewis is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dalton passes to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lewis (2) vs (8) Dalton
Dalton controls the position from side control.
It looks like Dalton might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Lewis wants to control but Dalton postures up.#T4#
Dalton controls the position.
Let's hope that Dalton has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Lewis tries to bench press Dalton off him but Dalton keeps the position.
Dalton taking a breather here.
Lewis is trying to improve his position.#T5#
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Dalton is continuing to stall.
Lewis is trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Lewis's face as Dalton controls the position. #T6#
The adventures of Dalton the control monster continue. Boring.
Lewis sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Dalton is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Lewis (2) vs (11) Dalton
Dalton content just to control the position here.
Lewis keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Dalton tries to take his opponent's back but Lewis turns with him and manages to move into guard on the top. Nice work.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lewis (4) vs (11) Dalton
Dalton has control of Lewis's left arm, preventing Lewis from doing any damage. #T7#
Dalton wants to sweep but no luck.
Dalton seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Dalton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dalton has control of Lewis's left arm, preventing Lewis from doing any damage.
Dalton wants to sweep but no luck. #T8#
Dalton has Lewis pulled in close to control his posture.
Dalton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lewis (4) vs (13) Dalton
Dalton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lewis is keeping the position for now.
Lewis looking for a sweep. Not yet Lewis, not yet.
Lewis is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dalton won't allow Lewis to sweep him here. #T9#
Dalton looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Lewis will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dalton advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Lewis (4) vs (16) Dalton
Dalton is staying tight to Lewis's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Lewis is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T10#
Dalton controlling the position from side mount.
Lewis is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Lewis's face as Dalton controls the position. #T11#
Lewis is trying to improve his position.
Dalton is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Lewis will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Dalton.
Lewis is looking to regain half guard here but Dalton keeps moving and retains side control.
Lewis sneaks back into half guard.
Dalton is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T12#
Dalton is pressing down on Lewis's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lewis is holding on for now.
Dalton is taking a breather. Lewis 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.
Dalton's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Lewis is trying to maintain the position but Dalton is very close to passing his half guard.#T13#
Dalton controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Dalton is working for a kimura but Lewis is defending it quite comfortably.
Dalton with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Yet more stalling tactics from Dalton.#SUB2#
Dalton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lewis sees it coming and defends easily.#T14#
Dalton is figuring out what he wants to do next.
More stalling from Dalton.
Dalton wants to pass the guard but Lewis is defending well.
Dalton prevents Lewis from improving his position.
Dalton sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Dalton with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dalton wants to pass the guard but Lewis is defending well.
Dalton is taking a breather. Lewis 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.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dalton wins on points by 16 to 4.
A victorious Pacer Dalton thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: CACC 246
Date: Aug 08, 2021

189 cm
34 yrs
208 lbs

192 cm
29 yrs
218 lbs

Segbo

Lewis

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Dada Segbo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Derrick Lewis!
The judges for this bout are Ryoma Takatsuka, Roger Salmon and Josh West.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Segbo gets a double leg takedown into Lewis's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Segbo (2) vs (0) Lewis
Segbo won't allow Lewis to sweep him here.
Segbo tries to free his leg and advance position but Lewis is retaining full guard.
Segbo's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Segbo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Lewis is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Segbo is aware though and is defending well.
Segbo sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Segbo trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lewis looking for a guillotine here but Segbo defends easily.
Lewis tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Segbo slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Segbo (5) vs (0) Lewis
Segbo is looking to take a break and control but Lewis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lewis struggling a bit here.
Segbo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lewis keeps working. #SUB#
Segbo is trying to get an arm triangle but Lewis is defending well.
Lewis is trying to improve his position.#T2#
Segbo trying to control the action but Lewis is working from the bottom.
Lewis tries to improve position but can't.
Segbo controls the position.
Lewis is trying to work for a sweep but Segbo has mounted him!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Segbo (7) vs (0) Lewis
Segbo controlling his opponent.
Lewis wants to hold on but Segbo pushes him away.#T3#
Segbo sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Lewis is in all sorts of trouble here.
Segbo takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Lewis is in all sorts of trouble here.
Segbo controlling the pace for now.
Segbo trying to control but Lewis is having none of it.
Lewis keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Segbo takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4#
Segbo tries to control but Lewis wriggling away.
Lewis tries to lock up and control but Segbo gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Segbo is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Lewis has managed to escape the submission attempt. #SUB#
Segbo working for a guillotine from mount but Lewis is in no mood to give up.
Lewis is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T5#
Segbo wants to take Lewis's back here but Lewis is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Lewis is squirming around, avoiding Segbo's attempts to control the action.
Segbo is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Lewis is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Segbo (10) vs (0) Lewis#SUB#
Segbo looking for the choke from the back.
Segbo tries to get the hooks in deep but Lewis pushed the leg off. #T6##SUB#
Segbo working for a choke but Lewis is defending well.
Lewis manages to reverse the position and now he's in Segbo's guard. Nice work there by Lewis.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Segbo (10) vs (2) Lewis
Segbo is trying to keep Lewis in close.
Lewis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Segbo is keeping the position for now.
Segbo seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Lewis looking to pass the guard. #T7##SUB#
Segbo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lewis is aware though and is defending well.
Lewis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Segbo is keeping the position for now.
Lewis postures up.
Segbo looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lewis tries to free his leg and advance position but Segbo is retaining full guard.
Lewis trying to control but Segbo is working from the bottom.
Segbo is adopting a defensive guard.#T8##SUB#
Segbo throws his legs up looking for a submission but Lewis uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Segbo (10) vs (5) Lewis
Segbo stops Lewis from passing to mount.
Segbo sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Segbo tries to roll over but Lewis keeps him under control.
Segbo wants to control but Lewis is keeping busy.
Lewis works his way into full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Segbo (10) vs (8) Lewis#T9#
Segbo sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Segbo manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lewis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Segbo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Segbo working a defensive guard here. #T10#
Lewis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Segbo is trying to keep Lewis in close.
Lewis trying to control the position from guard on top but Segbo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lewis pushes down on Segbo's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Segbo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lewis is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Segbo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Segbo looking for submissions off his back.
Lewis working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Segbo's thigh. Segbo counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T11##SUB#
Segbo working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lewis doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lewis manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Lewis drops back looking for a leg! Segbo is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Segbo manages to kick Lewis off! Lewis jumps back into Segbo's guard.
Segbo trying to keep a closed guard but Lewis is proving a slippery customer. #T12#
Segbo is controlling Lewis's posture.#SUB#
Segbo is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Segbo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lewis is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Lewis drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lewis jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Lewis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lewis 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.
Segbo wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Lewis slips nicely into half guard.#T13#
Segbo trying to control but Lewis postures up.
Segbo tries to roll over but Lewis keeps him under control.
Segbo makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Segbo.#SUB#
Lewis got a little sloppy there for a moment and Segbo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lewis has managed to get both his arms back between Segbo's legs - danger averted.
Lewis tries to free his leg and advance position but Segbo is retaining full guard. #T14##SUB#
Segbo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lewis tries to free his leg and advance position but Segbo is retaining full guard.
Segbo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lewis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Segbo is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Lewis is posturing up here but Segbo has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Lewis tries to roll out but it's too tight and Lewis has to tap! Slick submission there by Segbo!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dada Segbo!
A very excited looking Dada Segbo 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: CWC 237
Date: Aug 01, 2021

192 cm
29 yrs
218 lbs

182 cm
48 yrs
208 lbs

Lewis

Germano

Event: CACC 204: Sparxx vs Bennett
Date: Jun 06, 2021

178 cm
22 yrs
226 lbs

192 cm
29 yrs
218 lbs

Petersen

Lewis

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 6 losses; Conald Petersen! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Derrick Lewis!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Petersen leaves Lewis with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Petersen looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Petersen.
Lewis stuffs the takedown.
Lewis with the counter takedown but Petersen avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Conald Petersen. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Lewis rushes Petersen and presses him up against the ropes.
Lewis gets underhooks to prevent Petersen's takedown attempt. #TD2#
Lewis decides to pull guard.
Petersen 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.
Petersen might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Petersen slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Petersen (3) vs (0) Lewis
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petersen tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB#
Petersen is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lewis has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1#
Petersen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lewis keeps working.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
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.
You can see the frustration on Lewis's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Petersen is staying tight to Lewis's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Lewis is not content to let Petersen control the position. #T2#
Petersen just content to control the position.
Petersen is looking to take a break and control but Lewis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lewis is being controlled here.
Petersen trying to control the position but Lewis is working away.
Lewis tries to bench press Petersen off him but Petersen keeps the position.
Petersen controlling from side mount. #T3#
Petersen gets to mount! Lewis was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Petersen (5) vs (0) Lewis
Petersen sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Petersen tries to control but Lewis wriggling away.
Petersen moves to the back.
Score +3 for taking back: Petersen (8) vs (0) Lewis#T4#
Lewis rolls, trying to escape but Petersen keeps control of the position.
What can Lewis do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight! #SUB#
Petersen working for the choke.
Petersen trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Lewis doesn't escape.
Lewis tries to escape the position.
Good control from Petersen.#T5#
Petersen has the hooks in. Lewis is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Petersen controls the action.
Lewis is really stuck here.
Petersen tries to get the hooks in deep but Lewis pushed the leg off.
Petersen is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Lewis wants to control his opponent's hands but Petersen gets his hands free. #T6#
Petersen controls the action.
Petersen has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Petersen trying to control momentarily.
Petersen controlling from the back.
Lewis is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Petersen off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Lewis defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Petersen (8) vs (2) Lewis
Petersen controlling Lewis's posture. #T7#
Petersen keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully.
Petersen is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lewis must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Lewis trying to control but Petersen is working from the bottom.
Lewis wants to pass the guard but Petersen is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Lewis drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lewis jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Petersen controls Lewis momentarily but Lewis frees himself.
Petersen keeping full guard, as Lewis tries to pass. #T8#
Petersen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Petersen (10) vs (2) Lewis
Petersen is pushing down on Lewis's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lewis is fighting to maintain full guard but Petersen has managed to sneak the leg through.
Petersen passes to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Petersen (13) vs (2) Lewis
Petersen sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Petersen looking to control but Lewis is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T9#
Petersen controlling his opponent.
Lewis is squirming around, avoiding Petersen's attempts to control the action.
Lewis tries to hold on but Petersen pushes him away.
Lewis is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Petersen controlling from mount.
Petersen can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lewis is looking to escape. #T10#
Lewis is wriggling around trying to escape.
Petersen controlling from the full mount.
Petersen looking to control but Lewis is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Lewis tries to hold on but Petersen postures up.
Petersen trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Lewis tries to lock up and control but Petersen gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T11#
Lewis might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Petersen haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Petersen looking to control but Lewis is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Lewis is trying to escape the mount.
Petersen content just to control the position here.
Petersen trying to control but Lewis is having none of it.
Lewis is controlling an arm, preventing Petersen from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Lewis 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.#T12#
Lewis is looking to get to half guard.
Lewis has given up his back. Will we see Petersen going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Petersen (16) vs (2) Lewis#SUB#
Petersen looking to break Lewis's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Lewis remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Petersen will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Petersen just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Lewis is in bad spot here.
Petersen is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Petersen seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Lewis for as long as he can get away with.
Lewis breaks Petersen's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Petersen (16) vs (4) Lewis#T13#
Petersen wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Petersen is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Petersen (18) vs (4) Lewis
Petersen trying to control from half guard but Lewis is working away.
Petersen looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Petersen keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T14#
Lewis trying to control but Petersen postures up.
Petersen trying to pass the guard but Lewis defending well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lewis manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Lewis has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Petersen doesn't defend quickly enough and Lewis has managed to lock this one up! Can Petersen escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Lewis on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Derrick Lewis!
The defeated Conald Petersen had this to say: 'Ta Ta there retard'.

Event: CACC 197: Cosades vs Dennis
Date: May 09, 2021

190 cm
29 yrs
205 lbs

192 cm
28 yrs
218 lbs

Perez

Lewis

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Guillo Perez ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Derrick Lewis!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Bruno Lombardi and Dean Styles.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Perez is defended easily by Lewis.#CL#
Lewis gets tackled into the ropes by Perez . Perez maintains the clinch.
Perez is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Lewis is defending well.
Lewis tries to pull guard but Perez holds him up against the ropes and eventually Lewis drops back down to his feet. #TD#
Perez gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Perez (2) vs (0) Lewis#SUB#
Perez is looking for a kimura but Lewis is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Perez to get the leverage.
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.
Lewis keeping control of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Perez is looking for a kimura but Lewis is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Perez to get the leverage. #SUB#
Perez is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Perez seems to be looking for submissions. #T1#
Perez not doing much here.
Lewis manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Perez drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Lewis manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Perez has Lewis in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Perez (2) vs (2) Lewis
Lewis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Perez is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Perez is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T2#
Lewis trying to control but Perez is working from the bottom.
Perez is looking to sweep but instead, Lewis has passed into half guard.
Lewis frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Perez (2) vs (5) Lewis
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Perez tries to lock up and control but Lewis gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Perez regains half guard.
Perez is looking to control Lewis's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Perez avoid being mounted?
Lewis trying to control the action but Perez is working from the bottom. #T3#
Lewis passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Perez !
Score +3 for passing guard: Perez (2) vs (8) Lewis
Lewis wants to control the pace but Perez is squirming around nicely.
Perez is in all sorts of trouble here.
Lewis fails to take his opponent's back.
Perez gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Lewis is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Perez as he works his way to full guard. #SUB#
Perez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lewis doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lewis manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T4#
Lewis trying to control but Perez is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Perez throws his legs up looking for a submission but Lewis uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Perez (2) vs (11) Lewis
We've been informed that Lewis has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Perez has escaped the position, nice work there.
Lewis working away.
Perez is looking to regain half guard here but Lewis keeps moving and retains side control.
Perez is working hard here to advance position.#T5#
Perez holds on to Lewis's head and controls the position momentarily.
Perez manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Lewis is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Perez looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Perez is staying active underneath Lewis, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Perez wants to control but Lewis is keeping busy.
Perez is not content to let Lewis control the position.
Lewis is looking to advance position but Perez won't allow it. #T6##SUB2#
Lewis seems to be working for a kimura but Perez defends the submission attempt.
Lewis prevents Perez from improving his position.
Lewis tries to pass to full mount but Perez defends it. #SUB2#
Perez is defending against the submission attempts here by Lewis.
Perez trying to hold on to Lewis's head to control him but Lewis postures up.
Perez has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T7##SUB2#
Lewis seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Perez has recovered full guard.
Perez trying to control the position.
Perez is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Lewis is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Lewis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Perez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lewis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Perez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Perez controls Lewis momentarily but Lewis frees himself.
Lewis must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T8#
Lewis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Perez is keeping the position for now.
Lewis trying to control the position from guard on top but Perez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Perez looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Lewis passes into half guard.
Perez wants to improve his position but Lewis is controlling well.
Perez is concentrating on defense, preventing Lewis from advancing position.
Perez wants to improve his position but Lewis is controlling well. #SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a kimura here. #T9##SUB2#
Lewis 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.
Perez is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lewis's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lewis's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Perez (6) vs (11) Lewis#SUB#
Perez seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Lewis's chin but Lewis turns very nicely into Perez 's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Lewis.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Perez (6) vs (13) Lewis
Perez trying to keep a closed guard but Lewis is proving a slippery customer. #T10##SUB#
Perez throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Lewis lying in Perez 's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Perez decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Lewis taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Guillo Perez !
An out of breath Guillo Perez thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: CACC 189: Pripyat vs Morgan
Date: Apr 11, 2021

195 cm
33 yrs
220 lbs

192 cm
28 yrs
218 lbs

Moore

Lewis

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Carl Moore! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Derrick Lewis!
The judges for this bout are Lou da Vinci, Reed Andrews and Jorge Garcia.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Moore rushes Lewis and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Lewis tries to pull guard but Moore forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.
I was talking to Moore's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Lewis wants to take the fight to the mat but Moore manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Lewis is pressed up against the ropes. Moore has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Lewis down to the mat. Lewis avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Lewis leaves Moore with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Moore or perhaps it was just good defense by Lewis, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Carl Moore. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Moore shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lewis defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Moore.
Lewis tries to close the distance and clinch but Moore swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Moore is looking to counter the offense by Lewis and move into the clinch.
Moore fails to land the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Moore.
Carl Moore seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Moore clinches up with Lewis and pushes him back against the ropes.
Moore is working for takedown but Lewis is calmly controlling the position for now.
Moore wants a takedown. #T1##TD2#
Lewis decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Lewis has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Moore should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Lewis has tightened it up now! Moore should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Derrick Lewis!

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

190 cm
29 yrs
223 lbs

192 cm
28 yrs
218 lbs

Corey

Lewis

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Taylor Corey! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Derrick Lewis!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Jack Bonds and Timothy Bukovac.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Lewis instigates a clinch. #TD#
Corey has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Lewis clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Corey (4) vs (0) Lewis
Corey is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Corey has the hooks in. Lewis is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Corey biding his time, controlling Lewis.
Lewis is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Corey off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Lewis is really stuck here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Corey is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position. #T1#
You can see the frustration on Lewis's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Corey 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.
Lewis keeps trying to improve his position.
Corey keeps control of the position easily here as Lewis tries to buck him off.
Lewis trying to control but not successfully.
Lewis is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Corey is not going to allow Lewis to sit and survive in this position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Corey controlling the positon.#T2#
Lewis 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.
Lewis rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Corey performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Lewis is trying to maintain the position but Corey is very close to passing his 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.#T3#
Corey with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Lewis is looking to improve his position.
Corey controlling the action here.
Lewis wants to sweep but Corey has passed to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Corey (7) vs (0) Lewis#T4#
Corey trying to control the position but Lewis is working away.
Corey is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Lewis wants to control but Corey postures up.
Corey just content to control the position.
Lewis is looking for a sweep.
Corey moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T5#
Corey advances nicely into full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Corey (9) vs (0) Lewis
Lewis really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Corey tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lewis is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Corey controlling the position easily from mount.
Lewis tries to lock up and control but Corey gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T6#
Corey is trying to take his opponent's back.
Corey wants to control the pace but Lewis is squirming around nicely.
Lewis can't escape the position.
Corey controlling the position easily from mount.
Lewis is squirming around, avoiding Corey's attempts to control the action.
Lewis tries to hold on but Corey pushes him away. #T7#
Lewis is wriggling around trying to escape.
Corey sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Lewis is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Corey content just to control the position here.
Corey prevents Lewis from getting the reversal.#T8#
Lewis wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Corey (12) vs (0) Lewis
A bit of a pause in the action here. Corey controlling the positon.
Corey'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.#SUB#
Corey is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Lewis has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T9#
Lewis wants to escape the position.
Lewis is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Corey has the hooks in. Lewis is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Will Corey go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Lewis tries to escape but Corey has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Corey is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Lewis has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T10#
I would not like to be Lewis right now.
Corey keeps control of the position as Lewis tries to break free.
Corey controls the action.#T11#
Lewis rolls, trying to escape but Corey keeps control of the position.
Lewis prevents Corey from getting a body triangle.
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. #SUB#
Corey looking for the choke from the back.
Lewis staying busy and making it hard for Corey to control.
Lewis is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near. #T12#
Lewis turns into Corey and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Corey (12) vs (2) Lewis
Corey trying to control the position.
Corey looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Corey keeping full guard, as Lewis tries to pass. #T13##SUB2#
Lewis 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.
Corey is pulling down on Lewis's head to control his posture.
Corey has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Corey trying to control the position.
Lewis tries to free his leg and advance position but Corey is retaining full guard. #T14#
Corey keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully.
Lewis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Corey is keeping the position for now.
Corey working a defensive guard here.
Lewis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Corey is keeping the position for now.
Lewis postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Corey pulls Lewis in close to his closed guard and prevents Lewis from doing any damage or advancing position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Corey takes the fight on points by 12 to 2.
Taylor Corey decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: PANDA 77
Date: Jan 23, 2021

#R1#
McRobbie misses with a combination
and McRobbie takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McRobbie keeps the fight on the outside.
McRobbie throws the left hand but Lewis avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
McRobbie darts in and clinches Lewis up against the cage.#BC#
Lewis pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lewis looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McRobbie swings away with a leg kick that misses.#CL2#
McRobbie closes the distance and pushes Lewis back into the cage.
Lewis has McRobbie pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. McRobbie manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Lewis wants to stall.
McRobbie misses with a punch on the inside.
I was talking to Lewis's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T1##BC#
Lewis breaks from the clinch.
A lazy body kick from Lewis #TD2#
and McRobbie counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB2#
McRobbie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
McRobbie trying to control the action but Lewis is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
McRobbie is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Lewis is controlling McRobbie's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Lewis blocking the ground and pound attempt from McRobbie. #SUB2#
McRobbie is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2##SUB2#
McRobbie is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lewis doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time McRobbie.
Lewis regains full guard. Nicely done.
McRobbie's corner is telling him to maintain position.
McRobbie trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McRobbie looking to pass the guard.
McRobbie wants to control from the top but Lewis keeps moving. #SUB#
Lewis throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T3#
McRobbie stands and throws Lewis's legs to the side, diving into side control.
McRobbie trying to control the action but Lewis is working from the bottom.
McRobbie in side control, throwing shots but Lewis defends. #SUB2#
McRobbie tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
McRobbie is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lewis is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
McRobbie is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lewis has escaped the position, nice work there. #T4##SUB2#
McRobbie wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lewis, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
McRobbie goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Lewis has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for McRobbie but great work by Lewis.
McRobbie can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Lewis looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Lewis looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McRobbie tries to control but Lewis manages to take his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kasey McRobbie 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#
McRobbie swings widly with a right hand
and Lewis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kasey McRobbie is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lewis fails to land the takedown.
Lewis fails with an attempt to clinch.
McRobbie has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nice takedown defense from McRobbie. No joy for Lewis on that attempt.
Lewis takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Lewis doesn't manage to clinch there - McRobbie circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McRobbie.
Lewis changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. McRobbie tries to avoid it but Lewis manages to keep hold of a leg and drag McRobbie to the ground. McRobbie escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Derrick Lewis. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The fighters circling - McRobbie throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Derrick Lewis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Lewis moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
McRobbie throws out a loose jab but Lewis uses good head movement to avoid it.
McRobbie fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lewis manages to avoid it.
McRobbie misses with a straight right.
Lewis closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CUT2#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
No joy there for Lewis, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lewis shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McRobbie but McRobbie pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McRobbie displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lewis. #T2##CL2#
McRobbie darts in and clinches Lewis up against the cage.
McRobbie looking for a takedown.
McRobbie throws a punch but it's blocked by Lewis.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McRobbie.
McRobbie misses with an elbow strike.
McRobbie pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Lewis blocks an elbow strike from McRobbie.
McRobbie throws an elbow that misses. #TD#
Lewis jumps guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McRobbie loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
McRobbie controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kasey McRobbie has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lewis tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
McRobbie forces his way into half guard.
McRobbie working over Lewis with some ground and pound. Lewis looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
McRobbie is working for a submission of some sort.
Lewis is refusing to be controlled, as McRobbie sits in half guard.
Lewis moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Lewis is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McRobbie defends well.
Lewis 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.#T4#
McRobbie trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom.
McRobbie throwing strikes from guard but Lewis blocks nicely.
McRobbie trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom.
McRobbie postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McRobbie loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
McRobbie wants to control from the top but Lewis keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kasey McRobbie showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Derrick Lewis's cut.
That's time! Lewis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Lewis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McRobbie.
McRobbie avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Some bone on bone action there as McRobbie checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
McRobbie is looking to chop away at Lewis's legs.
McRobbie throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lewis sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL#
Lewis moves into range and clinches up with McRobbie.
Lewis tries for a takedown but McRobbie manages to get underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Lewis blocks an elbow strike.
Lewis lands an uppercut.
Lewis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McRobbie lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
McRobbie comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Lewis trying to control the position but instead, McRobbie has worked for underhooks and has pushed Lewis into the cage.#T1#
McRobbie tries to pull guard but Lewis forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
McRobbie fails to pull the fight into his guard. #BC2#
McRobbie breaks the clinch.
Lewis closes this distance looking for a takedown but McRobbie circles away.
Lewis tries to clinch but McRobbie is having none of it.
McRobbie was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Lewis throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and McRobbie counters with a nice leg kick.
McRobbie looks to land a left hand but Lewis moved out of range nicely.
Lewis looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Lewis fails to land the takedown.
McRobbie is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Derrick Lewis. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Lewis clinches.
Kasey McRobbie is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Lewis avoids the elbow strike from McRobbie, against the cage. #TD#
Lewis has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed McRobbie 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.
McRobbie breaks Lewis's hooks off and manages to turn into his 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!
McRobbie throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Lewis looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
McRobbie wants to control from the top but Lewis keeps moving.
McRobbie throws a big right hand that misses.
Lewis keeping moving, preventing McRobbie from controlling successfully. #T3#
Lewis is trying to keep McRobbie in close. #SUB2#
McRobbie drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Lewis dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Our spies down at at Shut Up & Train! {$1000} inform us that McRobbie has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Lewis passes McRobbie's left leg - he's now in half guard.
McRobbie is looking for a sweep. Lewis is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Derrick Lewis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lewis thows a huge punch but McRobbie dodges it nicely.
Lewis working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on McRobbie's thigh. McRobbie counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Lewis wants to control from the top but McRobbie keeps moving. #T4#
McRobbie trying to control the position.
McRobbie keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully.
McRobbie looking to control.
Lewis trying to control but McRobbie is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
McRobbie looking for a guillotine here but Lewis defends easily.
McRobbie working a defensive guard here.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Derrick Lewis.
I think McRobbie 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kasey McRobbie!

Event: PANDA 71
Date: Jan 10, 2021

#R1#
Lewis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Knight.
Lewis unleashes a big counter combination but Knight bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Knight looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Knight misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lewis lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Knight looks to throw the jab but Lewis is out of range.
Knight lands with a cross. #CL2#
Lewis clinches up against the cage.
Knight blocks an elbow strike from Lewis.
Lewis jumps guard but Knight stands there with Lewis around his waist. Lewis gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #BC#
Knight escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Knight lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lewis at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Lewis gets a clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Knight. #CUT#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.#TD2#
Lewis decides to pull guard.
Knight trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom.
Knight knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lewis on the ground.
Knight missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1##SUB2#
Lewis looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lewis keeping moving, preventing Knight from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Lewis looking for a triangle here. Knight is fighting it but it looks tight! Lewis pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Knight is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Derrick Lewis!

Event: PANDA 57
Date: Dec 11, 2020

#R1##CL2#
Vasiliev gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Lewis working aggressively here.
Vasiliev tries to land a knee to the head but Lewis blocks with his arms.
Vasiliev will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Lewis up against the cage.
I was talking to Lewis's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Lewis trying to control the position but instead, Vasiliev has worked for underhooks and has pushed Lewis into the cage.
Lewis can't get the takedown. #TD2#
Vasiliev has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Lewis is trying to keep an underhook but Vasiliev manages to get the takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Vasiliev is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lewis is just riding it out for now. Vasiliev eventually gives up the hold.
Vasiliev thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lewis's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vasiliev trying to mount his opponent but Lewis defends it.
Lewis moves into full guard.
Vasiliev 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#
Vasiliev works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lewis is looking for a sweep. Vasiliev is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Vasiliev performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB2#
Vasiliev is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lewis sees it coming and defends easily.
Vasiliev wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lewis keeps working.
Lewis gets back to full guard.
Vasiliev trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom.
Vasiliev won't allow Lewis to sweep him here. #T2##SUB#
Lewis working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Vasiliev doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Vasiliev manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Vasiliev trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom.
Vasiliev trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Vasiliev throws a big elbow that misses.
Vasiliev wants to control from the top but Lewis keeps moving.
Lewis is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#SUB#
Lewis is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Vasiliev is aware though and is defending well.
Vasiliev sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lewis's guard. #T3#
Vasiliev content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Vasiliev is trying to control the action in half guard but Lewis is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Vasiliev is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lewis sees it coming and defends easily.
Vasiliev trying to control the action but Lewis is working from the bottom.
Vasiliev wants to pass to mount but Lewis is defending the position. #SUB2#
Vasiliev is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lewis has managed to free his arm - good work.
Vasiliev wants to control but Lewis is keeping him busy.
Vasiliev prevents Lewis from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Vasiliev sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Vasiliev sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lewis defending well though. #SUB#
Lewis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Vasiliev is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Vasiliev is looking to take a break and control but Lewis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lewis gets full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anatoli Vasiliev 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##CL2#
Vasiliev has taken the fight to the clinch. #TD2#
Vasiliev ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Vasiliev no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Vasiliev has his foot on Lewis's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lewis works his way back into a safe position though.
Vasiliev looking to control.
Vasiliev keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully.
Vasiliev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lewis looking to pass the guard.
Vasiliev is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Lewis thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vasiliev is keeping the position for now.
Vasiliev is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1#
Vasiliev is trying to keep Lewis in close. #SUB2#
Vasiliev had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lewis defends it easily.
Lewis trying to control but Vasiliev is working from the bottom.
Anatoli Vasiliev has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lewis postures up. #SUB2#
Vasiliev is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Lewis frees his head nicely. Oh but Vasiliev has switched to an armbar! Lewis is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Anatoli Vasiliev!

Event: PANDA 42
Date: Nov 07, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gustavsson with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lewis tries for a takedown but Gustavsson circles away easily
and Gustavsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Lewis fails in his attempt to clinch.
Gustavsson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Gustavsson stuffs the takedown.
An attempted straight right counter from Gustavsson misses the target.
Lewis shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lewis looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Gustavsson throwing a counter right hand but Lewis manages to avoid it.#TD#
Gustavsson is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Lewis's half guard.
Gustavsson seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Lewis is staying active underneath Gustavsson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gustavsson working Lewis over with strikes. #T1#
Gustavsson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Lewis with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #ROC#Lewis is rocked!
Gustavsson lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Lewis quite badly. Lewis pulls Gustavsson in close trying to recover. Gustavsson postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Lewis on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Lewis doesn't seem to be complaining too much.

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

Event: PANDA 31
Date: Oct 12, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Derrick Lewis takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Clive Staples Lewis tries to land a body kick#TD#
and Derrick Lewis counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Derrick Lewis forces his way into half guard.
Clive Staples Lewis won't allow Derrick Lewis to pass to mount.
Clive Staples Lewis keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Derrick Lewis is looking to advance position but Clive Staples Lewis won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Clive Staples Lewis trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Derrick Lewis manages to pass to mount!
Clive Staples Lewis is wriggling around trying to escape.
Clive Staples Lewis is squirming around, avoiding Derrick Lewis's attempts to control the action.
Clive Staples Lewis slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Clive Staples Lewis is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Clive Staples Lewis is pressing down on Derrick Lewis's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Clive Staples Lewis is adopting a defensive guard.
Clive Staples Lewis doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Clive Staples Lewis is adopting a defensive guard.
Derrick Lewis advances to half guard.
Derrick Lewis seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Clive Staples Lewis does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Clive Staples Lewis wants to control but Derrick Lewis is keeping busy. #SUB#
Derrick Lewis is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Clive Staples Lewis has managed to free his arm - good work. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Derrick Lewis frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Derrick Lewis takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Clive Staples Lewis really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #SUB#
Derrick Lewis goes for an armbar but Clive Staples Lewis turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Clive Staples Lewis. #SUB#
Clive Staples Lewis got a little sloppy there for a moment and Derrick Lewis has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Clive Staples Lewis has managed to get both his arms back between Derrick Lewis's legs - danger averted.#T3#
Clive Staples Lewis 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.
Derrick Lewis working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
Clive Staples Lewis 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.
Derrick Lewis trying to keep a closed guard but Clive Staples Lewis is proving a slippery customer.
Derrick Lewis keeping moving, preventing Clive Staples Lewis from controlling successfully.
Clive Staples Lewis slips nicely into half guard.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Clive Staples Lewis working over Derrick Lewis with some ground and pound. Derrick Lewis looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Clive Staples Lewis lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB#
Derrick Lewis actively working from the bottom here.
Clive Staples Lewis trying to control from half guard but Derrick Lewis is working away.
Derrick Lewis controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Clive Staples Lewis wants to advance to full mount but Derrick Lewis doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Clive Staples Lewis lands a couple of digs.
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 Derrick Lewis will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##CL2#
Clive Staples Lewis has taken the fight to the clinch.
Clive Staples Lewis misses with a punch to the body.
Derrick Lewis blocks the elbow strike.
Clive Staples Lewis lands an elbow inside. #CUT2#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Derrick Lewis gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Clive Staples Lewis. #BC#
Derrick Lewis breaks from the clinch.
Derrick Lewis is looking to clinch.
Clive Staples Lewis misses with a body shot
and Derrick Lewis counters with a straight right hand.
Derrick Lewis on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL#
Derrick Lewis instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Clive Staples Lewis breaks from the clinch.
Derrick Lewis takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Clive Staples Lewis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Derrick Lewis was well out of range. Poor timing from Clive Staples Lewis.
Clive Staples Lewis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Derrick Lewis is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Clive Staples Lewis feints the counter takedown.#T1#
The fighters circling - Derrick Lewis throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Derrick Lewis dodges the punch combination from Clive Staples Lewis.
Derrick Lewis tries to counter with a takedown but Clive Staples Lewis is quick to defend against it.
Clive Staples Lewis stuffs the takedown attempt from Derrick Lewis. Derrick Lewis gets slowly back to his feet.
Clive Staples Lewis swings widly with a right hand
and Derrick Lewis counters with a body kick.
Derrick Lewis takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Clive Staples Lewis enables Derrick Lewis to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Clive Staples Lewis manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Clive Staples Lewis trying to control the position here.
Clive Staples Lewis wants to sweep here but Derrick Lewis controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Derrick Lewis trying to control but Clive Staples Lewis is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Clive Staples Lewis has his foot on Derrick Lewis's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Derrick Lewis works his way back into a safe position though.
Clive Staples Lewis looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Derrick Lewis trying to control but Clive Staples Lewis is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Derrick Lewis has gone for a leg lock! Clive Staples Lewis slips out almost immediately though and dives into Derrick Lewis's guard.#REVB#
Clive Staples Lewis trying to control the position from guard on top but Derrick Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Clive Staples Lewis's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T3#
Clive Staples Lewis connects with a couple of short punches.
Clive Staples Lewis works over Derrick Lewis with some ground and pound from guard.
Clive Staples Lewis wants to control from the top but Derrick Lewis keeps moving. #SUB2#
Clive Staples Lewis postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Derrick Lewis is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Clive Staples Lewis, into his guard. #REVR#
Derrick Lewis wants to control from the top but Clive Staples Lewis keeps moving.
Derrick Lewis throwing strikes but missing.
Derrick Lewis trying to control but Clive Staples Lewis is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB2#
Clive Staples Lewis is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Derrick Lewis defends well.#SUB#
Derrick Lewis is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Clive Staples Lewis throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Clive Staples Lewis manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Derrick Lewis manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Clive Staples Lewis showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Derrick Lewis's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Clive Staples Lewis misses with a left hand
and Clive Staples Lewis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Clive Staples Lewis slaps away a takedown attempt from Derrick Lewis, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Derrick Lewis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Clive Staples Lewis.
Clive Staples Lewis tries to bum rush Derrick Lewis with a series of wild strikes but Derrick Lewis uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nice defenses there by Derrick Lewis.
Derrick Lewis is looking to counter with a body kick.
Clive Staples Lewis throws a combination. Derrick Lewis tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Clive Staples Lewis stuffs the takedown.
Derrick Lewis shoots in but Clive Staples Lewis avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Derrick Lewis. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Derrick Lewis shoots in looking for a takedown. Clive Staples Lewis tries to sprawl out of it but Derrick Lewis keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Clive Staples Lewis manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1#
Clive Staples Lewis throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Derrick Lewis showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Clive Staples Lewis.
Clive Staples Lewis jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL2#
Clive Staples Lewis moves into the clinch.
Nice body punch from Clive Staples Lewis - that landed with a thud.
Clive Staples Lewis swings wildly with an uppercut but Derrick Lewis uses good head movement to avoid it.
I was talking to Derrick Lewis's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Clive Staples Lewis tries for a takedown but Derrick Lewis manages to get underhooks.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Derrick Lewis wants to stall.
Clive Staples Lewis scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
Derrick Lewis jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Clive Staples Lewis walks away with a smile on his face. Derrick Lewis gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Clive Staples Lewis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Clive Staples Lewis throws a good cross that connects.
Clive Staples Lewis plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Derrick Lewis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Clive Staples Lewis throws a right and a left that both miss.
Clive Staples Lewis jabs Derrick Lewis to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Derrick Lewis shoots in for a double leg but Clive Staples Lewis sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Clive Staples Lewis throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Derrick Lewis counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Clive Staples Lewis wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Derrick Lewis seems to be working for a kimura but Clive Staples Lewis defends the submission attempt.
Clive Staples Lewis wants to get back to full guard.#T3##SUB2#
Clive Staples Lewis looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Derrick Lewis pushes past his half guard into mount!
Derrick Lewis overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Derrick Lewis works his way to his opponent's back.
You can see the frustration on Clive Staples Lewis's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB#
Clive Staples Lewis defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Derrick Lewis's arms. #SUB#
Derrick Lewis looking to break Clive Staples Lewis's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Clive Staples Lewis remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Derrick Lewis will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
I really don't envy Clive Staples Lewis right now. #SUB#
Derrick Lewis is working for a rear naked choke. Clive Staples Lewis is not defending it well and Derrick Lewis has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Clive Staples Lewis refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Clive Staples Lewis's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Derrick Lewis!

Event: PANDA 21
Date: Sep 14, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A head kick from Wang lands but Lewis takes it in his stride. #CUT2#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.#TD#
Wang gets caught napping as Lewis dives in and scores a takedown. Wang manages to retain guard.
Wang keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Wang is looking for a triangle but Lewis pushes his legs off easily.
Wang 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.
Wang looking for a sweep. Not yet Wang, not yet.
Lewis is pushing down on Wang's leg trying to pass to half guard. Wang is fighting to maintain full guard but Lewis has managed to sneak the leg through.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lewis is working for a submission of some sort.
Wang trying to control here. #T1##SUB2#
Wang is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lewis pulls his head out easily.
Wang wants to get back to full guard.
Lewis is keen to just control but Wang is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Lewis wants to work for an arm triangle but Wang is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Wang trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Wang manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lewis pushes down on Wang's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Wang has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lewis is working away from the top position though.
Wang regains full guard. Nicely done. #T2#
Lewis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Wang is looking for a triangle but Lewis pushes his legs off easily.
Wang manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lewis manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Wang trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wang wants to pass the guard but Lewis is keeping the position.
Lewis looking to hit a scissor sweep but Wang is one step ahead there.
Wang slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T3#
Lewis gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Wang lands a big elbow.
Lewis is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Public Training Facility that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Wang lands a couple of good shots and Lewis has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Wang is landing with strikes from the back.
Wang scores with punches and elbows.
Wang controlling well, preventing Lewis from escaping the position. #SUB2#
Wang looking for the RNC.
Wang is not going to allow Lewis to sit and survive in this position. #T4#
Lewis takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Lewis staying busy and making it hard for Wang to control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wang is trying to stick to Lewis's back but Lewis is turning into Wang. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Wang's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Lewis.
Lewis preventing the sweep.
Lewis postures up.
Lewis stopping the sweep attempt from Wang.#SUB2#
Wang is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Lewis has his hands clasped together but Wang extends and breaks Lewis's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Wang.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Long Wang!
A relieved looking Long Wang 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: PANDA 13
Date: Aug 21, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Killer shoots in for a double leg but Lewis sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Killer dives in and grabs Lewis's left leg, looking for a takedown. Lewis pushes down on Killer's head and hops out.
Killer shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Lewis counters with a slapping leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chief Killer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Killer closes the distance and clinches up with Lewis, looking for a takedown. Killer pushes Lewis against the cage but Lewis circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Killer gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Chief Killer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Killer tries for a takedown but Lewis manages to get underhooks.
Killer's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Lewis.
Killer wants a takedown but no success here.
Still in the clinch, Lewis scores with a nice short uppercut.
Lewis is pushing Killer up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Killer is pressed up against the cage. Lewis has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Killer down to the mat. Killer avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Lewis has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.#T1#
Killer fails with a takedown attempt.
Killer goes for a double leg but Lewis avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Lewis continues to drive forward.
Killer misses with a takedown attempt #TD2#
and Lewis counters with a nice double leg into side control. Killer won't be happy with that.
Killer is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Lewis working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Lewis trying to control the action but Killer is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Lewis working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
You can see the frustration on Killer's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Lewis tries to move into full mount but can't pass Killer's legs.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Killer is looking to regain half guard here but Lewis keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Lewis working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Killer is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Killer has escaped the position, nice work there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lewis wants to lay and pray for a moment but Killer keeps working.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Killer tries to buck Lewis off but Lewis is having none of it.#T3#
Lewis 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.
Killer is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Killer trying to control from the bottom.
Lewis trying to pass the guard but Killer defending well.
Killer is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Killer actively working from the bottom here.
Killer is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym , so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Killer trying to hold on to Lewis's head to control him but Lewis postures up. #SUB2#
Lewis is trying to work for a kimura but Killer is defending well.
Killer throws a strike from the bottom that misses. #T4##SUB#
Killer actively working from the bottom here.
Killer is looking to improve his position.
Killer moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lewis advances position into side control!#SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Killer has escaped the position, nice work there.
Killer tries to buck Lewis off but Lewis is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lewis moves into full mount! #SUB2#
Killer tries to improve his position but Lewis has taken his back! Lewis has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Killer tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Lewis pushes Killer away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Derrick Lewis!

Event: PANDA 6
Date: Jul 24, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Murley throws a big shot that misses.
Murley lands with a shot to the body.
Lewis throws a looping overhand right but Murley ducks down to avoid it.
Murley circles away from the clinch attempt.
Murley looks to throw the jab but Lewis is out of range.
Murley rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lewis counters with a nice kick to the body.
Murley looks to land a right hand but Lewis moved out of range.
Murley throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And Lewis tries to counter it with a takedown but Murley pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Murley seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Murley looks to land a right hand but Lewis moved out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis is looking to clinch but Murley is avoiding it.
Murley throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Murley throws a lazy right hand but Lewis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Murley throws a hook but Lewis blocks it.
Murley lands a slapping body shot. #T1#
Lewis fails with the takedown
and Murley connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lewis misses with a double jab.
Lewis shoots for a double leg takedown but Murley sprawls well. He's pushed Lewis's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A jab from Murley misses.
Lewis misses with a takedown attempt - Murley sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Scott Murley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derrick Lewis.
Lewis slips under a jab.
Lewis swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Murley throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Murley throws a hook but Lewis blocks it.
Lewis changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lewis takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lewis lands a nice hook to Murley's body. Murley takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T2##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Lewis.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murley is looking for a sweep.
Murley prevents Lewis from moving into mount. #SUB2#
Lewis is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Murley knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Lewis tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB2#
Lewis tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lewis has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Murley is looking to regain half guard here but Lewis keeps moving and retains side control. #T3##SUB2#
Lewis tries for a kimura but Murley is defending well.
Murley is looking for a sweep.
Lewis has control of an arm but Murley manages to advance to Lewis's back!
What can Lewis do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Lewis 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.
Murley is hanging on to Lewis's back as he tries to escape.
What can Lewis do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Lewis looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T4#
Murley trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Lewis doesn't escape.
Lewis trying to control the action but Murley just sinks the hooks in.
Lewis tries to escape but Murley has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Murley keeps control of the position easily here as Lewis tries to buck him off.
Lewis looking very determined here, making life difficult for Murley.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Scott Murley dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Murley swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Murley tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lewis was well out of range. Poor timing from Murley.
Murley swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Murley misses with a straight right.
Murley is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lewis can do to turn this around?
Lewis shoots in for a double leg but Murley sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Lewis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lewis tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Murley swivels and escapes.
Good work by Murley as he checks the leg kick.
Murley throws a shot from downtown. Lewis moves away and avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murley scores with a punch to the head.
Murley takes a swing at Lewis's ribcage but misses.
Murley throws a good cross that connects.
Murley misses with an uppercut
and Lewis counters with a right hand to the body. #T1#
Murley misses with an uppercut.
Lewis slips a jab from Murley.
Murley misses with a hook.
Murley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lewis moves out of range as Murley strikes.
Murley connects with a jab.
Lewis is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Murley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Murley lands a right hook to the body.
Murley with a jab.
Scott Murley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Murley scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T2#
Lewis is trying hard to land a takedown here. Murley sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Scott Murley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derrick Lewis.
Murley scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Lewis dives in and scores a takedown into Murley's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Murley 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.
Murley looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Lewis puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Murley is trying to get back to full guard.
Murley is working hard here to advance position.
Lewis tries to pass to full mount but Murley defends it. #T3#
Murley has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lewis is working away from the top position though.
Lewis moves nicely into side control. #SUB2#
Lewis working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Lewis working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
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The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Murley is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Lewis's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Murley is looking to improve his position.
Lewis is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Murley!
Lewis trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Lewis prevents Murley from getting the reversal.#SUB2#
Lewis is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Murley can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Murley wants to hold on but Lewis pushes him away.
Derrick Lewis has got the better of the ground game so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Scott Murley 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#
Lewis fails with the takedown.
Lewis closes this distance looking for a takedown but Murley circles away.
Murley scores with a sloppy right hand. Lewis should have avoided that one. #TD2#
Lewis 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.
Murley 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.
Murley keeping full guard, as Lewis tries to pass.
Lewis is still trying to improve position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lewis drops back, looking for a kneebar! Murley looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Murley looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Murley! #REVR#
Lewis is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Murley controlling the position from side mount.
Murley continues to stall.
Lewis is looking for a sweep.
Lewis keeps trying to improve his position.#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.
Murley controls the position.
Lewis tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lewis is not content to let Murley control the position.
Lewis tries to improve position but can't.
Lewis is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Lewis tries to roll over but Murley keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Lewis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Lewis moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Lewis is trying to keep Murley in close.
Derrick Lewis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Scott Murley is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Murley content to stall in guard here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A decent looking cross lands there for Murley.
Murley cracks Lewis with an open hand slap.#T4##TD2#
Lewis closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Murley's guard.
Murley controlling the position.
Murley looking to control.
Lewis throwing strikes but missing.
Lewis tries to free his leg and advance position but Murley is retaining full guard.
Lewis wants to control from the top but Murley keeps moving.
Lewis pushing down on Murley's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Murley is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lewis is thwarting Murley's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Lewis is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Murley doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lewis.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Scott Murley.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Murley, 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:28
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Scott Murley!

Event: UnderGround FC 130
Date: Jun 06, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lewis shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lewis throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Dionisy chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Nice body kick from Dionisy.
Dionisy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lewis.
Lewis lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Lewis darts in looking for a takedown but Dionisy gets double underhooks and turns Lewis into the cage.
Dionisy swings for the body but Lewis moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Lewis misses the target.
Dionisy looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Dionisy misses with a lunging right hand
and Lewis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis swinging wildly here.
Dionisy scores with a nice strike.#CUT2#It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.#T1#
Lewis moves out of range of the body kick from Dionisy.
It looked like Lewis was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Dionisy misses with a looping left.
Dionisy lands with a hook. Lewis tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Lewis takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Decent striking displayed by Dionisy there.#ROC2#Lewis is rocked!
A chopping leg kick lands by Dionisy.
Dionisy cracks Lewis with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Oh Lewis is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lewis walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Lewis limp body while Dionisy jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Cerberus Dionisy!
Cerberus Dionisy seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: UnderGround FC 113
Date: Apr 15, 2020

#R1#
Daniel moves out of range as Lewis strikes.
Daniel looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Daniel looks to score with a jab to the body but Lewis is just out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Daniel. That's going to slow Lewis down.
Lewis throws an off balance right hand
letting Daniel counter with a right hand.
Lewis looks to land a left hand but Daniel moved out of range nicely.
Lewis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Daniel takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Daniel steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Lewis. That one must have hurt.
Daniel needs to keep his hands up - Lewis had a free shot at his head there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Daniel checks a leg kick nicely.
Lewis just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromDaniel.
Lewis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Derrick Lewis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Daniel blocks a jab.#T1##CL#
Daniel moves into range and clinches up with Lewis.
Daniel lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lewis has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Lewis wants to break free but Daniel has control.
A short left from Daniel.
Daniel prevents the takedown attempt.
Daniel keeps control of Lewis as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Lewis is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Lewis looking for a takedown.
Daniel content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Daniel lands with a short shot to the head.
Lewis misses with some punches.
Lewis tries to break the clinch but Daniel is controlling the position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lewis.
Daniel displaying some good clinch control by pressing Lewis up against the cage.
Lewis misses with the head strike. #T2#
Daniel scores with a shot to the side of Lewis's head. #BC#
Daniel manages to break the clinch.
Lewis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Daniel manages to avoid it.
Daniel lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CUT#
It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Lewis works the jab nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lewis throws a hook to the side of Daniel's head but Daniel sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lewis thows a leg kick but Daniel checks it
and Daniel counters with a huge left! Lewis is in big trouble! He's backing up but Daniel isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Lewis from any more damage. A dominating finish by Daniel!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jacques Daniel!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Jacques Daniel made sure he mentioned Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: UnderGround FC 104
Date: Mar 14, 2020

#R1#
Lewis throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Lewis closes this distance looking for a takedown but Viticello circles away.
Lewis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Viticello 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.
Viticello misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lewis moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CUT#
It looks like Enzo Viticello has been cut.
Lewis misses with a combination #CL2#
and Viticello counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Viticello.
Lewis is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Viticello is defending well for now.
Lewis is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Viticello is defending well.
A short left from Viticello.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Viticello pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Viticello has knocked Lewis down with a huge combo! Viticello steps away and waves a wobbly Lewis back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#
Lewis is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Viticello throws a series of punches but Lewis moves out of range.
Viticello takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Viticello misses with a looping left.#T1#
Lewis 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.
Viticello keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Lewis throws a series of punches but Viticello moves out of range.
Viticello tries to counter with a clinch but Lewis shakes him off and moves away.
Viticello ducks under a wild hook from Lewis.
Lewis lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A big right from Viticello misses.
Viticello drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#TD#
Lewis drives through with a takedown into guard. #ES2#
Viticello manages to escape and get back to his feet.
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!
Viticello throws a nice looking combination but Lewis bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lewis tries to work over Viticello's front leg with a kick but Viticello checks it. #T2#
Viticello avoids the head kick by Lewis. #KD2#
Viticello lands a left and a right that send Lewis crashing to the mat, dazed. Viticello thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Oh Lewis is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Viticello connects with a left and a right that sees a clearly hurt Lewis covering up! Viticello comes in with a big uppercut and Lewis goes doooown! He's slumped up against the cage, eyes staring blankly into space.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Enzo Viticello!

Event: UnderGround FC 94
Date: Feb 08, 2020

#R1#
Derrick on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lewis has his takedown stuffed
and Derrick counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lewis misses with a low kick.
Lewis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lewis swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lewis throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Derrick.
Lewis scores with a kick to the body.
Derrick with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A looping hook to the body misses from Derrick. Lewis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Derrick with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lewis shoots in for a double leg but Derrick sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Lewis misses with a leg kick
and Derrick counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#
It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Derrick Lewis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Derrick uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lewis.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lewis fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Joe Derrick has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derrick Lewis.
Lewis misses with a right hand
and Derrick counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Lewis uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CL#
Derrick closes the distance and pushes Lewis back into the cage.
A shot in the inside from Derrick. #BC2#
Lewis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Derrick throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lewis throws out a counter right but Derrick avoids it with no problem.
Lewis avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lewis thinks about the counter body kick.
Derrick tries to clinch but Lewis moves away
and Lewis counters with a one-two to the body.
Lewis throws a body kick, spinning off balance#CL#
and Derrick counters by moving into the clinch.
Derrick trying to land knees to the body. #TD2#
Lewis is trying to trip Derrick. He has hold of a leg but Derrick is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Lewis persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Derrick trying to keep a closed guard but Lewis is proving a slippery customer.
Derrick looking for a sweep. Not yet Derrick, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Derrick working a defensive guard here.
Derrick is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Lewis is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T2#
Derrick keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully.
Lewis tries to free his leg and advance position but Derrick is retaining full guard.
Derrick wants to sweep here but Lewis controlling him for the moment.
Derrick is trying to control the position but Lewis postures up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Derrick showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lewis.
Derrick blocks the body kick.
Derrick scores with a sloppy right hand. Lewis should have avoided that one.
We've been told by Derrick's head coaches at Blanc Fitness Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Derrick lands a really nice looking cross but Lewis seems unphased.
Derrick listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The fighters circling - Derrick throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T3#
Derrick wants to clinch up but Lewis keeps it at a distance.
A good leg kick by Lewis.
Good shot there by Lewis.#CL#
Derrick clinches up against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Derrick.#BC2#
Lewis pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Derrick tries to clinch but Lewis moves out of range.
Derrick stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Derrick wants it to stay on the feet.
Lewis shoots in for a double leg but Derrick sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Lewis takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Lewis has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Derrick throws a right and a left that Lewis avoids nicely. #CL#
Derrick instigates a clinch.
Derrick lands an elbow just above Lewis 's eye.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC2#
Lewis pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lewis chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Derrick tries a head kick but it misses. #T4##CL#
Derrick moves into range and clinches up with Lewis.
Derrick is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Lewis is defending well for now.
Derrick scores with a shoulder strike.
Lewis working aggressively here.
Lewis taking a breather.
Lewis wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Derrick missing with knees to the body.
Lewis tries to pull guard but Derrick won't allow it.
Lewis is trying to pull guard but Derrick has him pressed against the cage.
Derrick lands a hook that snaps the head of Lewis backwards.
Lewis managing to block the knees to the body from Derrick.
Derrick working some nice short punches in the clinch.#ROC#
Lewis is rocked!
Lewis can't get the takedown.
Lewis is still on wobbly legs! Can Derrick finish him?
Lewis tries to break free but Derrick pushes him back against the cage.
Lewis seems to have recovered his senses.
Derrick gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Lewis.
Derrick tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Derrick jerks Lewis's head down, straight into the path of a devastating knee! Lewis drops to the floor in a crumpled heap! Derrick goes to throw a finishing haymaker but pulls out - good sportsmanship from Derrick because Lewis was completely out of it. That was a nice finish - just the right level of brutality to send everyone home happy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee). Joe Derrick!
After winning the bout, Joe Derrick thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: UnderGround FC 83
Date: Jan 05, 2020

#R1#
Taneyev rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lewis moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lewis looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Taneyev walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CL2#
Taneyev takes the fight into the clinch.
Taneyev gets underhooks to prevent Lewis's takedown attempt.
Taneyev lands a right hand.
Lewis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Taneyev fails to land.
Lewis tries to score a body lock takedown but Taneyev shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
A short right from Taneyev.
Taneyev lands with a right to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Taneyev.
Still in the clinch, Taneyev scores with a nice short uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Taneyev.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Taneyev lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lewis looking to slow down the pace here.
Lewis wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Derrick Lewis. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Taneyev scores with a shoulder strike.
Taneyev throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
Lewis tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Taneyev just stands there and leans against the cage.
Lewis fails to pull guard.
Lewis's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Taneyev keeps control of Lewis as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lewis.
Taneyev softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Lewis fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A short body shot lands from Taneyev as the two fighters clinch.
Taneyev has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Lewis seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Taneyev can turn it around.
Taneyev throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Lewis looking to slow down the pace here.
Lewis takes a shot to the head. #ROC2#
Lewis is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Taneyev prevents the takedown attempt.
Oh Lewis is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Taneyev lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Taneyev throws a big uppercut that drops Lewis! More strikes from Taneyev and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Lewis lies dazed against the cage as Taneyev celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Valentin Taneyev!
A very excited looking Valentin Taneyev 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: UnderGround FC 70
Date: Nov 30, 2019

#R1#
Lewis looks to land a right hand but Krashenko moved out of range.
Krashenko appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Lewis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
It looked like Krashenko was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Krashenko on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Krashenko tries to land a front kick but Lewis steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lewis takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Lewis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Krashenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lewis throws out the jab.
Krashenko throws a nice looking combination but Lewis bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lewis throws a push kick but Krashenko slaps the foot to one side.
A quick step to the side and Krashenko tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Krashenko. That one must have hurt.
Lewis scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Sloppy strikes from Lewis. Those never looked like landing.
Krashenko throws a head kick that misses.
Krashenko looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Krashenko. Lewis shrugs it off though.
Krashenko thows a body kick. Lewis tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Lewis throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Krashenko misses with an uppercut. Lewis saw that one coming.
Krashenko misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Lewis.
Krashenko tries to buck Lewis off but Lewis is having none of it.#SUB2#
Lewis looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Krashenko is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Krashenko prevents Lewis from moving into mount. #T2#
Lewis is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Krashenko is looking for a sweep.
Krashenko manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Krashenko looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Lewis is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Lewis is looking to take a break and control but Krashenko is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Lewis works his way into side control. #SUB2#
Lewis is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Krashenko knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Lewis wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Krashenko, who protects the arm well.
Krashenko bucks up and tries to throw Lewis off but instead Lewis has got his back!
Krashenko is trying to stand back up. #T4##SUB2#
Krashenko fending off the submission attempt from Lewis.
Krashenko is trying to get back to his feet but Lewis has full control of the position and if anything, Krashenko has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Lewis doesn't have the hooks in and Krashenko manages to turn into his guard.
Krashenko trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Lewis is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Krashenko is aware though and is defending well.
Lewis has a closed guard, preventing Krashenko from standing up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Krashenko tries to free his leg and advance position but Lewis is retaining full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Derrick Lewis will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Lewis stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Krashenko.
Krashenko ducks under a wild hook from Lewis.
Krashenko needs to keep his hands up - Lewis had a free shot at his head there.
Lewis lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lewis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lewis thows a leg kick but Krashenko checks it
and Krashenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#
It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Lewis looks to land a left hand but Krashenko moved out of range nicely.
Krashenko thinks about countering with a body kick.
Krashenko walks into a stiff left hand from Lewis.
Krashenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lewis looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Lewis closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Lewis lands in his opponent's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Krashenko has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lewis can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Lewis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Lewis sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Krashenko's guard. #SUB2#
Lewis is looking for a kimura but Krashenko is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lewis to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Lewis is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Krashenko is just riding it out for now. Lewis eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Krashenko looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Krashenko actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Krashenko looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Lewis seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Krashenko is defending against the submission attempts here by Lewis. #SUB#
Krashenko is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lewis pulls his head out easily.
Lewis trying to control from half guard but Krashenko is working away. #SUB2#
Lewis is working for a kimura but Krashenko is defending it quite comfortably. #T3##SUB#
Krashenko looking for submissions off his back.
Krashenko makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Krashenko.
Lewis's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Lewis got a little sloppy there for a moment and Krashenko has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lewis has managed to get both his arms back between Krashenko's legs - danger averted.
Krashenko can't keep his opponent in guard - Lewis advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Krashenko looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Krashenko looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Krashenko is defending against the submission attempts here by Lewis. #SUB#
Krashenko actively working from the bottom here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Krashenko looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Lewis is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Krashenko has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Derrick Lewis showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Derrick Lewis's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Some wild striking there from Krashenko.
Lewis throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Krashenko moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Krashenko throws a low kick but Lewis moves out of range easily.
The fighters circling - Krashenko throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Derrick Lewis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Krashenko walks into a jab.
Lewis fails to land with a series of punches.
Vladimir Krashenko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krashenko bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Krashenko throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lewis throws a quick inside leg kick.
Derrick Lewis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Lewis closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Lewis lands in his opponent's guard.#T1#
Lewis distracts Krashenko with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Krashenko working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lewis doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lewis manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Lewis has gone for a leg lock! Krashenko slips out almost immediately though and dives into Lewis's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Lewis is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Krashenko works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T2#
Krashenko working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Lewis's thigh. Lewis counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Lewis looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lewis manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Krashenko manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
My spies in London's Elite Grappler's PLUS inform me that Lewis has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Krashenko looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Krashenko looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Lewis drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lewis jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Lewis looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Krashenko is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lewis is controlling him. #SUB#
Krashenko looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Lewis passes into side control.
Derrick Lewis is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Krashenko is pushing Lewis's head away, looking to escape. Lewis manages to hold on to the position though.
Vladimir Krashenko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
A lull in the action here as Lewis stalls from top position.
Krashenko is trying to improve his position.
Krashenko wants to get back to his feet.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Krashenko is letting Lewis control him for a moment.
Krashenko wants to get back to his feet but Lewis drags him back down.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Derrick Lewis comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Lewis 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Derrick Lewis!

Event: UnderGround FC 62
Date: Nov 09, 2019

#R1#
Lewis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lewis misses with an attempted mid kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Womba.
Womba throws an off balance right hand
and Lewis counters with a stiff right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Womba. Lewis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Womba avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Womba lands with a shot to the body.
Womba keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Womba misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A looping hook to the body misses from Womba. Lewis does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Womba slips a jab from Lewis.
A swing and a miss from Lewis.
Lewis tries to land a leg kick but Womba saw it coming and moves away.
Womba tests Lewis's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lewis moves away from the strike by Womba.
Womba throws out a loose jab but Lewis uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
A combination from Lewis does no damage.
Womba swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lewis misses with a jab, cross combination.
Womba drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lewis sprawls and moves away.
Womba fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lewis manages to avoid it.
Womba closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lewis circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dubaku Womba. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Womba lands a nice hook to Lewis's body. Lewis takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Womba misses with a looping right.
Womba throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Womba looks to score with a jab to the body but Lewis is just out of range.
Womba throws a sloppy body shot
and Lewis counters with a stiff right hand.
Womba throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Womba swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Lewis counters with a straight right hand.
Womba ducks under a wild hook from Lewis.
Lewis scores with a nice body kick.
Womba misses with a straight right. #T2#
Womba fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lewis manages to avoid it.
It seemed like Lewis was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Womba misses with a looping 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!
Womba shoots in for a takedown but Lewis shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Womba throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lewis's waist but Lewis gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Womba off to one side.
It seemed like Lewis was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lewis looks to land a combination but Womba avoids it well.
A swing and a miss from Womba.
Good standup being displayed there by Womba as he connects with a hook.
Lewis fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Womba is out of range.
Lewis lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lewis lands with a hook. Womba tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Nice body kick from Lewis.
Womba shoots in looking for a takedown. Lewis tries to sprawl out of it but Womba keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lewis manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lewis! But no joy.
Womba throws a body punch but Lewis moves out of range.
Womba just misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Womba misses with a hook. Lewis ducked under it nicely.
Womba connects with the punch.
Womba displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lewis throws out the jab.
Derrick Lewis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A big right from Womba misses.
A jab from Lewis finds it's way through Womba's defenses.
Womba with a hook.
Lewis misses with a hook.
Lewis takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Womba throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Womba fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Lewis lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lewis takes one on the chin but seems OK. #TD#
Lewis gets caught napping as Womba dives in and scores a takedown. Lewis manages to retain guard.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Womba stands and throws Lewis's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Womba working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Womba is trying to get an arm triangle but Lewis is defending well.
Lewis tries to improve position but can't.
Lewis is trying to control Womba's posture but Womba avoids it.
Womba trying to control the action but Lewis is working from the bottom.
Lewis is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Derrick Lewis will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Lewis takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Womba takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lewis throws the kick towards the body but Womba avoids it.
Womba tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lewis sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Womba somewhat.
And Lewis tries to counter it with a takedown but Womba pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A shot to the liver by Womba. Beautiful body shot.
Lewis with a hook.#CUT2#
It looks like Dubaku Womba has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis throws a low kick but it's checked well by Womba.
Lewis connects with an inside leg kick.
Womba misses with an uppercut.
Lewis misses with a body kick.
Womba changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Womba throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lewis sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Lewis throws a lazy right hand but Womba sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A big right from Lewis misses.
Womba swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lewis's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Lewis duly obliges.
Lewis misses with a straight right.
Danga de danga de dang - Lewis scores with a four punch combination!
Womba throws a body shot but no joy.
Lewis cracks Womba with a good jab.
Lewis throws the kick towards the body but Womba avoids it.#TD#
Lewis tries to sprawl but Womba drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#ES2#
Lewis has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Womba is on him like a limpet, forcing Lewis back against the cage.
Lewis wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Womba has him pressed against the cage.
Womba works on Lewis's body with a couple of short punches.
Womba is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Lewis pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Womba tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dubaku Womba. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Womba's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2#
Womba throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lewis.
Womba throws a hook but Lewis blocks it.
Womba scores with a shot to the body.
Womba looks for a takedown but Lewis sprawls well.
Lewis rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Womba moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Womba on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Womba keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD#
Womba is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Lewis's half guard.
Lewis tries to kick Womba off but Womba keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Womba is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lewis is just riding it out for now. Womba eventually gives up the hold.
Lewis wants to get back to his feet. #T3#
Womba landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Womba has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Womba scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Lewis is trying to stand up here but Womba is controlling him well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lewis tries to get to full guard but Womba has control of the leg. #SUB#
Womba is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Womba 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Womba is working for a kimura but Lewis is defending it quite comfortably. #T4#
Lewis is looking to escape.
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. Womba connects with a nice short shot to Lewis's temple.
Lewis keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Womba throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Lewis is defending against the submission attempts here by Womba.
Womba stops Lewis from getting back to his feet.
Womba sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lewis defending well though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Derrick Lewis will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Dubaku Womba's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Womba misses the shot to the body.
Lewis throws a body punch but Womba moves out of range.
Lewis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Womba.
Lewis lands a jab to the nose.
Lewis defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Womba.
Lewis lands the left hand.
Lewis slips a straight right by Womba.
Womba looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Womba takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Womba tries to counter with a takedown but Lewis is quick to defend against it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Womba throws an off balance right hand
letting Lewis counter with a right hand.
Lewis lands a leg kick that knocks Womba off balance momentarily.
Lewis slips under a jab.
No luck for Womba with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dubaku Womba. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Womba throws a body punch but Lewis moves out of range.
Lewis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Womba.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lewis. That's going to slow Womba down. #TD#
Womba closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Lewis's guard.
Lewis is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Womba pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lewis is keeping the position for now.
Womba trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Womba scoring with punches to the head and body.
Womba trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Lewis has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Womba can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Womba drops back, looking for a kneebar! Lewis looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Lewis looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Lewis! #REVB##T2#
Womba tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SU2#
Lewis decides to stand back up.
Womba blocks a head kick by Lewis.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lewis.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lewis throws a series of punches but Womba avoids them all with ease.
Womba fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Lewis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Womba checks a leg kick.
Lewis lands with a nice body kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Lewis misses the target.
Womba looks to score with a jab to the body but Lewis is just out of range.
Lewis throws a counter combo.
Lewis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Lewis misses the target. #TD#
Womba drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Lewis looking to hit a scissor sweep but Womba is one step ahead there.
Lewis controlling the position.
Derrick Lewis is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lewis wants to stand up but Womba is controlling him.
Lewis keeping moving, preventing Womba from controlling successfully.
Womba has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Womba 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.
Lewis wants to stand and escape but Womba is having none of it.
Dubaku Womba has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lewis is on top in guard. #REVB#
Lewis has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Womba is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
Womba is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lewis defends well.#SU2#
Lewis stands and steps away. Womba gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Lewis looks to land a left hand but Womba moved out of range nicely.
Lewis connects with the punch.
A good leg kick by Lewis.
Womba takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.

And that's the end of the fight!
Derrick Lewis comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Lewis 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:30
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Derrick Lewis!

Event: UnderGround FC 51
Date: Oct 05, 2019

#R1#
Some bone on bone action there as Jukola checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Lewis throws a good cross that connects.
Lewis swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #CL#
and Jukola counters by clinching up.
Good body shot from Jukola.
A right hand to the body from Jukola.
Jukola lands an elbow just above Lewis 's eye. #CUT#
It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Jukola scores with a shoulder strike.
Nice elbow from Jukola. #CUT#
That has opened up Derrick Lewis's cut even more.
Lewis wants to break the clinch but can't.
Jukola makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Jukola working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Jukola blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jukola throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lewiss head. #ROC#
Lewis is rocked!#CUT#
The cut above Derrick Lewis's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jukola stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Lewis is still on wobbly legs! Can Jukola finish him?
Our sources have told us that Jukola has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Jukola scores with a shot to the side of Lewis's head.
Lewis tries to break free but Jukola pushes him back against the cage.
Jukola has Lewis pressed against the cage. He pushes Lewis back and as he springs towards him off the cage, Jukola throws a beautiful elbow that sends Lewis crashing to the floor! Jukola piles on the pressure with more strikes! Lewis is flailing away but he's not defending himself and the referee steps in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aapo Jukola!

Event: UnderGround FC 40
Date: Sep 11, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Sakuraba has managed to clinch.
Lewis trying to control the position but instead, Sakuraba has worked for underhooks and has pushed Lewis into the cage.
Sakuraba tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lewis smiles and moves away. #CL2#
Sakuraba clinches up against the cage.
Sakuraba is looking for a takedown.#TD2#
Sakuraba jumps guard and drags Lewis to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Sakuraba is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lewis is aware though and is defending well.
Sakuraba has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at UnderGround Wrestling and Jiu Jitsu. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SU#
Lewis gets to his feet - Sakuraba follows without any prompting.
Lewis jabs Sakuraba right on the nose. Sakuraba blinks but takes it well.
Sakuraba shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lewis as he avoids it easily.
Derrick Lewis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jupiter Sakuraba.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A combination from Lewis does no damage.
Sakuraba moves out of range of the body kick.
Lewis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lewis lands a head shot.#CL2#
Sakuraba darts in and clinches Lewis up against the cage.#T1#
Sakuraba is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Lewis to keep the fight standing.#BC#
Lewis breaks the clinch.
Sakuraba tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Lewis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Lewis.
Lewis lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Sakuraba is looking to clinch.
Lewis 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.
Lewis lets loose with a powerful body kick. Sakuraba will feel that in the morning.#CL2#
Sakuraba gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Lewis breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Sakuraba moves into the clinch.
Lewis slowing the pace effectively.
Lewis gets underhooks to prevent Sakuraba's takedown attempt.
Lewis is looking to break free of the clinch but Sakuraba has double underhooks.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Lewis avoiding damage. #TD2#
Sakuraba manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lewis wants to control from the top but Sakuraba keeps moving. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Sakuraba throws his legs up looking for a submission but Lewis uses it to pass to side control. #SUB#
Lewis is trying to get an arm triangle but Sakuraba is defending well.
Sakuraba is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Lewis tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lewis has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Sakuraba tries to buck Lewis off but Lewis is having none of it.#SUB#
Lewis tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lewis has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lewis working away.#T3##SUB#
Lewis goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Sakuraba has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Lewis but great work by Sakuraba.#SUB2#
Sakuraba tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Sakuraba prevents Lewis from escaping the position.
Lewis 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.
Lewis is trying to control Sakuraba's posture but Sakuraba avoids it. #SUB2#
Sakuraba tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sakuraba has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lewis is trying to get back to half guard.#T4#
Lewis manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Sakuraba uses his free foot to push down on Lewis's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Lewis. #SUB2#
Sakuraba has control of Lewis's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Lewis regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Lewis has given up his back here. Will Sakuraba look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Sakuraba just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Lewis tries to escape but Sakuraba has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
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 Derrick Lewis will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Sakuraba tries to clinch but Lewis moves out of range.
Good leg kick by Lewis there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Sakuraba moves in looking to clinch but Lewis pushes him off.
Lewis looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL2#
Lewis tries to keep at a distance but Sakuraba has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Lewis gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Sakuraba is refusing to be controlled, as Lewis sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lewis trying to mount his opponent but Sakuraba defends it. #SUB2#
Sakuraba actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Sakuraba actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Sakuraba has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Lewis escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Lewis!#T1##SU#
Lewis decides to stand up, so the ref orders Sakuraba to his feet.
Lewis keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Sakuraba rushes Lewis and presses him up against the cage.#TD#
Lewis decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Sakuraba thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sakuraba prevents Lewis from getting back to his feet.
Sakuraba trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom.
Jupiter Sakuraba has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Lewis is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lewis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sakuraba can do to turn this around?
Sakuraba looking to pass the guard. #T2##SUB#
Lewis had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sakuraba defends it easily.
Sakuraba wants to control from the top but Lewis keeps moving.
Sakuraba prevents Lewis from getting back to his feet.
Sakuraba looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Derrick Lewis is winning the standup battle so far.
Lewis circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T3#
Sakuraba tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lewis smiles and moves away.
Sakuraba gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Sakuraba doesn't manage to clinch there - Lewis circles away. #CL2#
Sakuraba moves into the clinch.
Lewis can't find room to land a body shot as Sakuraba controls the action. #BC#
Lewis escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lewis throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Sakuraba on the side of the head.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sakuraba.
Derrick Lewis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice straight punches there by Lewis. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lewis.
A cross from Lewis lands.
Sakuraba tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
And Lewis counters with a quick kick to the body but Sakuraba blocks it.#T4#
Lewis throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lewis throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Sakuraba shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lewis pinned against the cage. Lewis gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Derrick Lewis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jupiter Sakuraba.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sakuraba is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lewis is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Lewis throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sakuraba.
Lewis appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lewis throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL2#
Sakuraba clinches.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Lewis tries to break the clinch but Sakuraba is controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Derrick Lewis dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Sakuraba wants to clinch.
Sakuraba is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lewis sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Lewis keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Sakuraba closes the distance and clinches.
Lewis misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sakuraba prevents Lewis from breaking the clinch.
Lewis wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Lewis wants to break the clinch but can't.
Sakuraba keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lewis's efforts to push away.#TD2#
Sakuraba ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Sakuraba no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Sakuraba is proving hard to escape from. #SU#
Lewis stands up from Sakuraba's guard - Lewis perhaps looking for a knockout.
Lewis throws a nice inside leg kick. #T1#
Lewis fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lewis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sakuraba moves away.
Lewis throws a leg kick which misses Sakuraba's front leg but catches the back leg as Sakuraba tries to avoid it.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lewis. That's going to slow Sakuraba down.
Lewis scores with a nice strike.
Sakuraba needs to keep his hands up - Lewis had a free shot at his head there.
Sakuraba's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sakuraba shoots in but no luck this time.
Lewis is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Sakuraba.
Lewis keeps the fight on the outside.
Sakuraba tries for a takedown but Lewis sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Derrick Lewis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jupiter Sakuraba.#CL2#
Sakuraba drives through and clinches with Lewis against the cage. #TD2#
Sakuraba has Lewis pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Sakuraba pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Lewis tumbling to the mat - Sakuraba dives into Lewis's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Lewis has his foot on Sakuraba's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sakuraba works his way back into a safe position though.#T2##SUB#
Lewis throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jupiter Sakuraba has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Lewis is looking for a triangle but Sakuraba pushes his legs off easily.
Sakuraba is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Lewis throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sakuraba trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Sakuraba is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Lewis keeping full guard, as Sakuraba tries to pass.
Derrick Lewis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Sakuraba is looking to pass into half guard but Lewis pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Lewis is in guard.#REVR#
Sakuraba keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully.
Lewis sitting in guard here, content to control. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lewis advances position into side control!
You can see the frustration on Sakuraba's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Lewis is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Sakuraba's shoulder. That is not cool.
Lewis working away.
Sakuraba is looking for a sweep.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
You can see the frustration on Sakuraba's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SU#
Lewis stands up and we're back to a striking position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Derrick Lewis showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Lewis, 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Derrick Lewis!

Event: UnderGround FC 29
Date: Aug 14, 2019

#R1#
Brown shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CUT2#
It looks like Lee Brown has been cut.
Lewis throws a series of punches but Brown avoids them all with ease.
Lewis keeps Brown at a distance using the push kick.
Lewis scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Brown doesn't seem bothered though.
Lewis scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lewis darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lewis - that will leave a mark!
Brown takes one on the button.
Brown sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brown takes one to the chin there.
Lewis throws a right hand that Brown ducks under and follows up with a left that Brown also avoids with ease.
Lewis thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Brown if he has to take too many more of those.
Lewis throws a right and a left that Brown avoids nicely.
Lewis lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T1#
Lewis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Brown walks into a left hand.
Brown ducks under a wild hook from Lewis.
Brown closes the distance but Lewis moves to the side
and Lewis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Derrick Lewis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lewis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
You can follow us on Twitter at...Ooooooh Brown got wobbled bad by a big combination! Lewis presses forward with punches and knees until Brown stumbles to the ground! The ref watches Brown closely before deciding to step in and end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Derrick Lewis!

Event: UnderGround FC 17
Date: Jul 14, 2019

#R1#
Lewis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lewis throws out a powerful jab.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Po 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.
Po looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Lewis seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Po takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Lewis is looking to slow Po down with leg kicks.
Po takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Po shoots and misses
and Lewis counters with a straight right hand.
Lewis bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Po's head backwards.
Po takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lewis lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Po closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Po tries to score a body lock takedown but Lewis shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Derrick Lewis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wres Po.#T1#
Lewis prevents a takedown attempt there.
Lewis has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Lewis working some nice short punches in the clinch.#TD2#
Po jumps guard.
Lewis wants to stand but Po has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Po can do anything to dispel that myth.
Lewis passes Po's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Lewis wants to stand up but Po has a hold of him and won't allow it. #SUB#
Lewis is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Po is looking to control Lewis's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Po avoid being mounted?#T2##SUB#
Lewis is trying to work for a kimura but Po is defending well.
Lewis wants to stand but Po has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #SUB#
Lewis is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Po defends it well. #SUB#
Lewis is trying to work for a kimura but Po is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Derrick Lewis dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Po looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A punch lands to the side of Po 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Lewis scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Lewis scores with a crisp jab that stopped Po in his tracks.
Po closes the distance and clinches up with Lewis, looking for a takedown. Po pushes Lewis against the cage but Lewis circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Lewis looks to land a body kick but Po moved away.
Po shoots and misses #KD#
and Lewis counters with a crisp one two that drops Po! Lewis thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Po to his feet! Po is in big trouble!#ROC#
Po is rocked!
It looks like Lewis has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Derrick Lewis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wres Po.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lewis darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! Po's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Lewis before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Derrick Lewis!

Event: UFC FNF 2
Date: Jun 07, 2019

#R1#
Lewis throws a shot from downtown. Lomax moves away and avoids it.
Lewis misses with a takedown
and Lomax counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Lomax misses with a body shot.
Lomax has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Lewis is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Lomax punishes Lewis's body with a nice straight punch.
Lewis shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Lomax counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#
It looks like Derrick Lewis has been cut.
Lomax swinging wildly here.
Lewis drops his hands momentarily and Lomax takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lomax scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lomax blocks a jab.
Lomax swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lomax misses with a two punch combination.
A little feinted left hand from Lewis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've been hearing reports that Lewis has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Lewis takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
Lewis goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Lomax getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A combination from Lomax does no damage.
Nice cross by Lomax.#ROC2#
Lewis is rocked!
Lewis takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Oh Lewis is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vincent Lomax is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lewis looks to land a combination. Lomax sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Lewis throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lomax's waist but Lomax gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lewis off to one side.
Lewis seems to have got his legs back now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Derrick Lewis. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lewis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lomax.
Lewis on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lomax stuffs the takedown.
A little jabbing left from Lomax on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lewis throws a front kick aimed at Lomax's knee but Lomax avoids it well.
Lewis fails with the takedown
and Lomax rattles Lewis with a well-timed uppercut counter. - Lewis tries to back away and recover but his hands are down low and he gets tagged again, sending him stumbling down to the canvas. Lomax dives in after him and quickly finishes the job with a trio of brutal punches, leaving Lewis stiff and motionless on the mat!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Vincent Lomax!

Event: UFC FNF 1
Date: May 31, 2019

#R1##TD2#
Lewis gets a takedown into half guard.
Lewis wants to free his trapped foot but Ricochet is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ricochet is trying to stand back up but Lewis is controlling him #SUB2#
Lewis seems to be working for a kimura but Ricochet defends the submission attempt.
Ricochet knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lewis on the ground.
Lewis not doing much here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lewis is trying for a kimura here. Ricochet looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Lewis wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Derrick Lewis!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 16, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Terblanche pushes Lewis up against the cage in a clinch.
Terblanche stalling the fight.
Terblanche misses with an elbow strike.
Terblanche with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Lewis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Terblanche just leaning against Lewis, taking a breather.
Terblanche doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lewis letting Terblanche take a breather here.
Terblanche tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Lewis just stands there and leans against the cage.
Terblanche tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lewis avoids it.
Terblanche controlling the action here for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Terblanche goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lewis looking to slow down the pace here.
Terblanche's coach down at FIERCE - {{$750}} - 15 Elite Coaches was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Terblanche's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Terblanche doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T1#
Lewis tries to break free but Terblanche pushes him back against the cage.
Terblanche tries to land a knee to the head but Lewis blocks with his arms.
Lewis blocks the elbow strike.
Terblanche is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Lewis is defending well for now.
Terblanche taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Terblanche holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Lewis is looking to break free of the clinch but Terblanche has double underhooks.
Terblanche doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lewis tries to break the clinch but Terblanche is controlling the position.
Lewis tries to work over Terblanche's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lewis wants to get back to striking at distance but Terblanche won't allow it.
Terblanche lands a body punch.
A hook to the body from Terblanche.
Lewis wants to get back to striking at distance but Terblanche won't allow it. #T2#
Lewis is looking to control Terblanche's arms but Terblanche gets an underhook and turns him. Now Lewis has his back to the cage. #BC#
Lewis's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lewis cracks Terblanche with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nice shot lands for Lewis.
Lewis defending well as Terblanche loads up on a big left hand.
Lewis is looking to counter the offense by Terblanche and move into the clinch.
Terblanche misses with a straight right.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lewis.
Lewis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Terblanche throws out the jab.
Lewis avoids the body shot from Terblanche.
Terblanche throws a big shot that misses.
Lewis uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Terblanche misses with an uppercut. Lewis saw that one coming.
Lewis appears to be looking for a big counter.
Tokkie Terblanche seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Terblanche on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Terblanche wants to clinch.
Lewis lands with a hook. Terblanche tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #ROC#
Terblanche is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Tokkie Terblanche has been cut.#T3#
Terblanche leaves his chin hanging out and Lewis seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Terblanche crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Derrick Lewis!
The defeated Tokkie Terblanche had this to say: 'You are going down, my friend, down!'.

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