Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: C115: Murhaa vs. Owens
Date: Jul 23, 2022

#R1#
Dickinson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murhapuro.
A head kick from Murhapuro lands but Dickinson takes it in his stride. #CUT2#It looks like Sean Dickinson has been cut.
Murhapuro throws the left hand but Dickinson avoids the punch easily.
Dickinson throws a combination that misses
and Murhapuro counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dickinson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Murhapuro fails with an attempt to clinch.
It looked like Dickinson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Murhapuro throws an overhand right that lands on Dickinson's shoulder, as Dickinson tries to avoid the shot.
Murhapuro ducks under a wild hook from Dickinson.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Murhapuro! But no joy.
Murhapuro slips under a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro walks into a straight right hand from Dickinson.
A lazy body kick from Murhapuro
enabling Dickinson to counter with a crisp jab.
Murhapuro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dickinson.
Dickinson avoids a kick to the body. #T1#
Murhapuro throws a looping overhand right but Dickinson ducks down to avoid it.
Dickinson tried to counter with a leg kick but Murhapuro avoided it.
Murhapuro wants to land a leg kick but Dickinson is out of range.
Murhapuro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A lazy body kick from Murhapuro
enabling Dickinson to counter with a crisp jab.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick
and Dickinson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Murhapuro with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Murhapuro throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dickinson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Murhapuro tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Dickinson is able to avoid easily.
Dickinson throws a jab when Murhapuro was well out of range.
We've been informed that Murhapuro has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Murhapuro thuds a left hand into Dickinson's body.#T2#
Dickinson staying out of range there.
Murhapuro misses with a body punch
and Dickinson counters with a one-two to the body.
Murhapuro just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dickinson blocks a head kick by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro misses with an attempted mid kick.
Murhapuro bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dickinson's head backwards.
Murhapuro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dickinson was well out of range. Poor timing from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dickinson manages to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Dickinson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dickinson throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Murhapuro on the side of the head.
Murhapuro lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T3#
Dickinson with a nice cross.
Dickinson lands a jab to the nose.
Murhapuro misses with a straight left.
Dickinson is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Dickinson sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Dickinson misses with a looping right.
Dickinson backing away here, and Murhapuro unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Murhapuro is looking to slow Dickinson down with leg kicks.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick
enabling Dickinson to counter with a crisp jab.
Murhapuro throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Murhapuro looks to score with a jab to the body but Dickinson is just out of range.#CL2#
Murhapuro closes the distance and clinches.
Dickinson pushes Murhapuro back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T4#
Dickinson blocks the elbow strike.
Dickinson dodges an elbow strike from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro tries to work over Dickinson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dickinson prevents a body shot from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro tries to work over Dickinson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dickinson tries a body shot but Murhapuro blocks it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dickinson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Murhapuro just leaning against Dickinson, taking a breather.
Dickinson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Murhapuro's elbow.
Dickinson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Murhapuro.
Murhapuro doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Murhapuro blocks a body shot from Dickinson.
Murhapuro tries to throw a body punch but Dickinson avoids it by throwing Murhapuro back against the cage.
Dickinson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Dickinson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A bit of stalling here from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro trying to control the position but instead, Dickinson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Murhapuro into the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dickinson.
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 Sean Dickinson will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sean Dickinson's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Murhapuro takes one to the chin there.
Dickinson tried to score with a low kick but Murhapuro checks it.
Murhapuro slips a jab from Dickinson.
Murhapuro lands a nice looking body shot.
Dickinson staying out of range there.
Dickinson appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Murhapuro lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Murhapuro looks to land a body kick but Dickinson moved away.
Dickinson scores with a nice right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
A big left from Murhapuro misses.
A punch combination from Murhapuro misses. #T1#
A nice inside leg kick there by Murhapuro. That's going to slow Dickinson down.
Dickinson avoids the head kick by Murhapuro.
It looked like Dickinson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Murhapuro thows a leg kick but Dickinson checks it
and Dickinson counters with a straight right hand.
The fight stays on the outside here - Murhapuro looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dickinson uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Murhapuro has time to react.
Murhapuro scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Murhapuro dips to his left and cracks Dickinson with an uppercut!
Dickinson tries a head kick but it misses. #T2#
Murhapuro changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dickinson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Dickinson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Murhapuro moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Murhapuro misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Murhapuro rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Dickinson to counter with a crisp jab.
Dickinson lands with a shot to the body.
Murhapuro throws a lazy body kick
enabling Dickinson to counter with a crisp jab.
Murhapuro on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Dickinson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Murhapuro throws a predictable looking body shot
and Dickinson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T3#
Dickinson lands with a thumping leg kick.
Murhapuro ducks under a wild hook from Dickinson.
Murhapuro tries to clinch there but Dickinson circles away.
Sean Dickinson is winning the standup battle so far.
Murhapuro misses with a lunging right hand
and Dickinson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Murhapuro thows a leg kick but Dickinson checks it
and Dickinson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Dickinson misses with a straight right.
A cross from Murhapuro lands.
Dickinson throws a head kick that misses
enabling Murhapuro to counter with a crisp jab.
Dickinson misses with an uppercut.
Dickinson moves out of range of the leg kick from Murhapuro.#T4#
Murhapuro ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Dickinson throws a hook to the side of Murhapuro's head but Murhapuro sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dickinson throws a good cross that connects.
Dickinson lands with a nice body punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Murhapuro - that will leave a mark!
Dickinson misses with a wild body shot.
Murhapuro gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dickinson.
Murhapuro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dickinson was well out of range. Poor timing from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro scores with a jab.
Dickinson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murhapuro moves away.
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 Sean Dickinson will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sean Dickinson's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Dickinson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Murhapuro looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dickinson misses with a straight left.
Dickinson backing away here, and Murhapuro unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Both fighters circling a little - Murhapuro finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Dickinson scores with a jab.
Murhapuro walks into a jab.
Murhapuro tries to move into range but Dickinson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Murhapuro throws a push kick but Dickinson slaps the foot to one side.
Murhapuro has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dickinson scores with a jab.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut. Dickinson saw that one coming.
Murhapuro ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1#
Dickinson lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Murhapuro misses with a low kick.
Murhapuro scores with the left hand. Dickinson knows he should have avoided that one.
Murhapuro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Murhapuro throws out a loose jab but Dickinson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murhapuro takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dickinson avoids the body shot from Murhapuro.
It looked like Dickinson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Murhapuro throws a looping overhand right but Dickinson ducks down to avoid it.
Murhapuro avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Murhapuro throws a half hearted mid kick.
Dickinson looks to score with a jab to the body but Murhapuro is just out of range.
Murhapuro unleashes a big counter combination but Dickinson bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Dickinson throws a shot from downtown. Murhapuro moves away and avoids it.
Murhapuro fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Dickinson is out of range.
Murhapuro will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Murhapuro - that will leave a mark!
Murhapuro throws a lazy head kick
and Dickinson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Murhapuro misses with a low kick as Dickinson jumps back.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Murhapuro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dickinson manages to avoid it.
Pauke Murhapuro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Murhapuro throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dickinson. #T3#
Murhapuro throws a shot from downtown. Dickinson moves away and avoids it.
It looked like Dickinson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Murhapuro lands a glancing blow to the side of Dickinson's head.
Dickinson lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Murhapuro tries to land a front kick but Dickinson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Dickinson lands a really nice looking cross but Murhapuro seems unphased.
Dickinson scores with a hook.
Dickinson avoids the body shot from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro throws out a powerful jab.
Murhapuro uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dickinson.
Dickinson misses with a straight right. #T4#
Murhapuro scores with a leg kick.
Dickinson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.
Dickinson misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Murhapuro counters with a stiff right hand.
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!
Dickinson slips under a jab from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dickinson.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick
and Dickinson counters with a nice uppercut.
Sean Dickinson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Murhapuro turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Dickinson ducks under a wild hook from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick
and Dickinson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

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 Sean Dickinson.
Well Dickinson 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sean Dickinson!
Our winner, Sean Dickinson, 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: C107: Brandstatter vs. Murhaa
Date: Jun 26, 2022

#R1#
A jab from Christophe finds it's way through Murhapuro's defenses.
Murhapuro 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.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Murhapuro, as that shot connected.
Nice body kick from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Murhapuro throws an off balance right hand
and Christophe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Murhapuro goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Christophe was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Murhapuro throws a poor cross that misses
and Christophe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Christophe misses with a straight right.
Christophe misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Murhapuro dips to his left and cracks Christophe with an uppercut!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murhapuro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Christophe.#T1#
Murhapuro fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Christophe is out of range.
Murhapuro throws a low kick but Christophe avoids it.
Christophe raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Christophe keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A slow jab from Murhapuro misses its intended target.
Murhapuro throws a front kick aimed at Christophe's knee but Christophe avoids it well.
Murhapuro finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A jab from Murhapuro misses.
Christophe looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Murhapuro ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Christophe misses with a right hand
and Murhapuro makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Murhapuro. Christophe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Christophe swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Murhapuro lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Christophe has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Christophe and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Murhapuro fakes the leg kick and cracks Christophe in the body.
Murhapuro ducks right into an uppercut from Christophe.
Murhapuro lands with a good body shot.
Murhapuro scores with the left hand. Christophe knows he should have avoided that one.
Christophe feints and then cracks Murhapuro's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Murhapuro down.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice inside leg kick there by Christophe. That's going to slow Murhapuro down.
Murhapuro thows a leg kick but Christophe checks it
and Christophe counters with a nice uppercut.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Murhapuro lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Christophe has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Christophe and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Murhapuro misses with a double jab.
A little jabbing left from Christophe on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T3#
Christophe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Murhapuro sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Murhapuro misses with a low kick.
Christophe appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Murhapuro throws a half hearted mid kick.
Christophe raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Murhapuro fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Christophe has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Murhapuro misses with a straight right.
Christophe looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.#KD2#
A head kick lands from Christophe that sends Murhapuro to the canvas. Murhapuro tries to scramble back to his feet but Christophe brings him back down into side control. #CUT2#It looks like Pauke Murhapuro has been cut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Murhapuro wants to control but Christophe postures up.#SUB2#
Christophe is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Murhapuro has escaped the position, nice work there.
Murhapuro prevents Christophe from moving into mount. #T4#
Murhapuro is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Christophe's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Murhapuro is pressing down on Christophe's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Murhapuro looking for subs off his back but Christophe has passed one foot through into half guard.
Murhapuro is pressing down on Christophe's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Murhapuro has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Christophe has passed into side control.
My spies in Advanced Fighting Systems inform me that Christophe has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Murhapuro looking for a sweep but Christophe has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Murhapuro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Christophe is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Murhapuro has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Christophe misses with a head shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Armand Christophe will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Pauke Murhapuro's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Christophe takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Murhapuro moves away from the strike by Christophe.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Christophe in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Murhapuro throws a big shot that misses.
An inside leg kick from Murhapuro misses.
Christophe avoids the body shot from Murhapuro.
A head kick by Christophe misses
and Murhapuro counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Christophe throws a sloppy body shot
and Murhapuro counters with a thumping low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro throws a big shot that misses.
Murhapuro scores with a hook to the body. Christophe takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Murhapuro connects with the punch.#T1#
Murhapuro lands with a good body shot.
Murhapuro defending well as Christophe loads up on a big left hand.
Pauke Murhapuro is winning the standup battle so far.
Christophe lands a lovely overhand right.
Murhapuro scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Murhapuro throws a big shot that misses.
Christophe tries a quick counter leg kick but Murhapuro is wise to it.
Murhapuro does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Christophe feints a counter leg kick.
Murhapuro scores with a leg kick.
Murhapuro darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Christophe takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Christophe fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Murhapuro.#T2#
Murhapuro misses with a low kick.
Christophe swings away with a leg kick that misses.
It appears Murhapuro was looking to counter with a kick there.
Murhapuro is looking to land body kicks.
Murhapuro scores with a leg kick.
Christophe throws out a loose jab but Murhapuro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Christophe lands a really nice looking cross but Murhapuro seems unphased.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murhapuro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Christophe takes one to the side of the head.
Murhapuro moves out of range as Christophe strikes.#T3#
Murhapuro shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Christophe eats them both and turns towards Murhapuro to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Christophe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A swing and a miss from Christophe.
Christophe avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Murhapuro misses with a right hand
and Christophe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Murhapuro lands the left hand.#KD2#
A head kick lands from Christophe that sends Murhapuro to the canvas. Murhapuro tries to scramble back to his feet but Christophe brings him back down into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murhapuro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Murhapuro is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Christophe looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T4#
Christophe trying to control the action but Murhapuro is working from the bottom.
Murhapuro looks to move to half guard but instead Christophe has passed into mount! Damn!
Christophe is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Murhapuro is in real trouble. #SUB2#
Christophe has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Murhapuro tries to escape the position. #SUB2#
Christophe looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB2#
Christophe looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Murhapuro taps!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Armand Christophe!
Armand Christophe decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SFL 157 | Taneyev vs Rivera
Date: May 11, 2022

#R1#
Murhapuro fails in his attempt to clinch.
Murhapuro doesn't manage to clinch there - Jones circles away.
Murhapuro with a jab.
Murhapuro tries a head kick but it misses.
Murhapuro throws a lazy body kick
and Jones counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Murhapuro swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Jones counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Murhapuro works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Murhapuro lands a nice hook to Jones's body. Jones takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Murhapuro cracks Jones with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T1#
Murhapuro lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jones at a distance.
Jones misses with a series of wild punches.
Murhapuro now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A head kick misses from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Jones throwing a counter right hand but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.
Jones has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Randall's Top Team in the buildup to the fight.
Some wild striking there from Jones.
Murhapuro feints a counter leg kick.
Jones on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T2#
Murhapuro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murhapuro thumps Jones with a low kick.
Murhapuro looks to throw the jab but Jones is out of range.
Murhapuro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A low kick from Murhapuro is predictable there
and Jones counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pauke Murhapuro is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Murhapuro lets loose with a powerful body kick. Jones will feel that in the morning.
Murhapuro pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
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!
Murhapuro fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jones misses with a takedown attempt - Murhapuro sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Murhapuro looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
Murhapuro lands a jab to Jones's midsection.
Murhapuro is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Jones rather than just go for the knockout.
Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones throwing a counter right hand but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.
Murhapuro ducks under a wild hook from Jones.
Murhapuro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones.
Murhapuro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jones counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A lazy left from Jones finds it's target.#T4#
Murhapuro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jab, jab by Murhapuro - just one landing. #CUT2#It looks like Jaquon Jones has been cut.
Jones shoots in for a double leg but Murhapuro sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Murhapuro let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A swing and a miss from Murhapuro.
Jones appears to be looking for a big counter.
Murhapuro has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Murhapuro scores with a nice body kick.
Jones shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jaquon Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Murhapuro misses with the body kick
and Jones counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Murhapuro tries to grapple but his opponent circles
letting Jones counter with a right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jaquon Jones's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Jones throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Murhapuro counters with a good, hard body kick but Jones shrugs it off.
Murhapuro looks to throw a body kick
and Jones counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Murhapuro slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Murhapuro uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Jones has time to react.
A slow jab from Murhapuro misses its intended target.
Murhapuro thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones moves out of range of the body kick from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jones's head backwards.
Murhapuro with a hook.#T1#
Murhapuro connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A nice leg kick lands there from Murhapuro.
Jones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Murhapuro has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Murhapuro there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jones gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Murhapuro misses with a head kick.
Murhapuro throws a lazy right hand but Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jones is looking to counter the offense by Murhapuro and move into the clinch.
Murhapuro fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T2#
Murhapuro misses with a body shot.
Murhapuro lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Murhapuro scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Murhapuro connects with a looping right hand.
Murhapuro throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It looked like Jones wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Murhapuro misses with a straight left.
Murhapuro throws a low kick, looking for Jones's leg but Jones calmly moves out of range.
Jones looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
A nice inside leg kick there by Murhapuro. That's going to slow Jones down. #T3#
Murhapuro darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Murhapuro throws a nice outside leg kick.
Murhapuro punishes Jones's body with a nice straight punch.
Murhapuro lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut.
It looked like Jones was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Murhapuro throws a body shot but no joy.
Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Murhapuro is just out of range.
Jones walks into a straight right hand from Murhapuro.
Jones misses the shot to the body.
Murhapuro follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#T4#
Murhapuro with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Murhapuro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Murhapuro punishes Jones's body with a nice straight punch.
Murhapuro lands with a shot to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Murhapuro.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Murhapuro throws a jab when Jones was well out of range.
Jones misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jones throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Murhapuro misses with a hook. Jones ducked under it nicely.
Jones throws a quick counter head kick but Murhapuro was just out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Jaquon Jones'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#
Murhapuro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looked like Jones was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
The fighters circling - Murhapuro throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jones is looking to counter punch.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Jones might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Murhapuro scores with a shot to the body.
Jones moves out of range as Murhapuro strikes.
Jones appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jones throws a sloppy head kick and Murhapuro moves out of range easily.
Murhapuro lands with a thumping leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jones on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jones stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Murhapuro.#T1#
Both fighters circling a little - Murhapuro finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
A swing and a miss from Murhapuro.
It looked like Jones was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Murhapuro misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick but Jones checks it.
Murhapuro lands with an overhand left.
Murhapuro missing with a left hand there. Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Murhapuro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones.
Jones is looking to counter punch.
Murhapuro moves in looking to clinch but Jones pushes him off.
Jaquon Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Jones misses the target.
Murhapuro staying out of range there.
Murhapuro throws a body punch but Jones moves out of range.
Murhapuro throws out a leg kick but Jones moves out of range and Murhapuro only half commits.
Murhapuro throws a lazy uppercut
and Murhapuro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jones is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Murhapuro's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Murhapuro duly obliges.
Murhapuro lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Murhapuro misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jones appears to be looking for a big counter.
Jones looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T3#
Murhapuro throws a nice outside leg kick.
Murhapuro cracks a nice hook into Jones's ribs.
Murhapuro turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jones drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Murhapuro scores with a leg kick.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Murhapuro explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Jones takes a jab right on the kisser.
Murhapuro misses the jab.
Jones throwing a counter right hand but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.#T4#
Jones takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The fighters circle momentarily. Murhapuro darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jones shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Murhapuro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick but Jones moved away.
Jones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Both fighters circling a little - Jones finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Murhapuro takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Murhapuro defending well as Jones loads up on a big left hand.
Jones looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Murhapuro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jones connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: SFL 149 | Hopkins vs Stark
Date: Mar 30, 2022

#R1#
A solid body kick from Archer.
Archer is trying hard to land a takedown here. Murhapuro sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL#
Archer instigates a clinch.
Murhapuro swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Murhapuro fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Archer scores with a hook to the body.
Murhapuro lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Archer.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Archer creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Murhapuro tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Archer looking for a takedown.
Archer is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kermit Archer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Murhapuro lands a shot to the body.
Murhapuro misses with the head strike.
Archer blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Archer avoids it.
Murhapuro lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#It looks like Kermit Archer has been cut.
Archer scores with a shot to the side of Murhapuro's head.
A head punch on the inside from Murhapuro fails to land.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Murhapuro will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Archer up against the cage.
Murhapuro working aggressively here. #T1#
Murhapuro blocking some punches.
Murhapuro gets underhooks to prevent Archer's takedown attempt.
Murhapuro tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Archer's elbow.
Murhapuro blocks a body shot from Archer.
A hook to the body from Archer.
Archer blocks the elbow strike.
Archer misses with a punch on the inside.
Archer drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Archer doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Archer lands a nice shot to the body.
Archer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Murhapuro backwards.
A shot in the inside from Archer.
Archer scores with a shot to the side of Murhapuro's head.
Murhapuro missing with knees to the body.
Archer can't find room to land a body shot as Murhapuro controls the action. #T2#
Archer lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Murhapuro misses with a punch to the body.
Murhapuro can't find room to land a body shot as Archer controls the action.
Murhapuro tries to land knees in the clinch but Archer avoids the damage to the body.
We've been informed that Murhapuro has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Archer blocks a body shot from Murhapuro.
Archer lands a hook to the side of the head.
Murhapuro tries to work over Archer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
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!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Archer.
Archer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Murhapuro's elbow.
Murhapuro effectively controlling the action here.
Murhapuro misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Archer fails to land.
Murhapuro lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Archer.
Murhapuro blocks a body shot from Archer.
Archer digs a right hand underneath Murhapuro's ribcage. Murhapuro let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Murhapuro misses with a hook from the clinch.
Murhapuro doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Archer blocks an uppercut. #T3#
Archer can't find room to land a body shot as Murhapuro controls the action.
A short right from Archer.
Murhapuro is looking to control Archer's arms but Archer gets an underhook and turns him. Now Murhapuro has his back to the cage.
A right hook to the body lands for Murhapuro.
A bit of stalling here from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro presses Archer against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Archer misses with a punch to the body.
Murhapuro tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Archer's elbow.
Murhapuro lands a shoulder strike.
Murhapuro lands with a light punch inside.
Archer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Murhapuro's elbow.
Archer lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Archer working aggressively here.
Archer lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Murhapuro backwards.
Archer misses with a body punch.
Murhapuro trying to land knees to the body.
Murhapuro swings wildly with an uppercut but Archer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Archer lands a right hand. #T4#
Archer blocks an uppercut.
Murhapuro misses with some punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Archer tries to throw a body punch but Murhapuro avoids it by throwing Archer back against the cage.
Archer misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Archer lands a body shot.
Murhapuro working aggressively here.
Murhapuro misses with a hook to the ribs. #TD#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Archer tightens his grip and picks Murhapuro up, before dumping him to the ground. Murhapuro manages to land in guard.
Archer trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Archer throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Murhapuro works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Archer trying to control but Murhapuro is working from the bottom.
Murhapuro is trying to control the position but Archer postures up.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Archer scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
Archer avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kermit Archer dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kermit Archer's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Murhapuro throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Archer fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Murhapuro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Archer.
Murhapuro tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#CL#
Archer drives through and clinches with Murhapuro against the cage.
Murhapuro misses with a hook to the ribs.
Archer takes an elbow to the temple.
Archer digs a right hand into Murhapuro's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Murhapuro's gas tank.
Archer lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Good body shot from Archer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A body shot lands from Archer.
Murhapuro pushes off an throws an elbow but Archer leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Archer avoids a wild elbow strike from Murhapuro.
Archer scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Archer lands a nice shot to the body.
Archer tries to throw a body punch but Murhapuro avoids it by throwing Archer back against the cage. #T1#
Archer misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kermit Archer has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Archer doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Murhapuro swings wildly with an uppercut but Archer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murhapuro blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Murhapuro.
Archer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Murhapuro lands with a short shot to the head.
Murhapuro's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Archer creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Archer misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Archer misses with a short punch on the inside.
Archer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Murhapuro misses with a hook from the clinch.
Archer misses with a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro prevents the takedown attempt.
Murhapuro lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T2#
Murhapuro can't find room to land a body shot as Archer controls the action.
Archer misses with a punch on the inside.
Murhapuro can't find room to land a body shot as Archer controls the action.
Murhapuro lands a right hand that snaps the head of Archer backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Murhapuro comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Archer scores with a shot to the side of Murhapuro's head.
Murhapuro is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Archer is defending well for now.
Archer avoids a wild elbow strike from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Archer after a bit of a struggle.
Murhapuro misses with a hook from the clinch.
Murhapuro blocks a body shot from Archer.
Archer lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Murhapuro misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Archer doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Murhapuro throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Murhapuro lands a body punch in the clinch.
Archer stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Murhapuro. #T3#
Archer lands a body shot.
Murhapuro is breathing heavily.
Murhapuro missing with knees to the body.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Murhapuro tries a body shot but Archer blocks it.
Murhapuro working Archer over with knees to the body.
Archer wants to take the fight to the mat but Murhapuro manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Murhapuro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Archer lands a right hand that snaps the head of Murhapuro backwards.
Murhapuro misses with some punches.
Murhapuro misses with a punch to the body.
Murhapuro tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Archer's elbow.
Archer scores with a shoulder strike.
Murhapuro misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Archer.
Murhapuro can't find room to land a body shot as Archer controls the action.
Murhapuro misses with a hook to the ribs.
Murhapuro tries a body shot but Archer blocks it.
Archer lands with a right to the head.
Murhapuro tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
Archer on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Archer misses with a punch to the body.
Murhapuro misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Murhapuro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A right hand to the body from Archer.
A right handed body shot lands from Archer.
Nice body punch from Archer - that landed with a thud.
Archer tries to work over Murhapuro's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Archer drops down looking for an ankle pick but Murhapuro pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kermit Archer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Archer lands a lovely overhand right.
Archer lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Murhapuro avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Murhapuro throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Archer darts in looking for a takedown but Murhapuro gets double underhooks and turns Archer into the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kermit Archer dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kermit Archer's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Archer throws a hook but Murhapuro avoids it easily.
Murhapuro throws out a counter right but Archer avoids it with no problem.
Archer closes this distance looking for a takedown but Murhapuro circles away.
Murhapuro swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A decent looking cross lands there for Archer.
Archer tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Murhapuro swivels and escapes.
Murhapuro flicks out a counter leg kick but Archer steps away.
Archer takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kermit Archer is winning the standup battle so far.
Murhapuro checks a leg kick nicely.
Archer blocks a jab.
Archer misses the jab.
Murhapuro only half commits to the counter leg kick.#CL#
Archer has managed to clinch.
Archer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Murhapuro can do to turn this around?
Archer is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kermit Archer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Murhapuro pushes Archer back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Murhapuro tries to work over Archer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Murhapuro's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Murhapuro can't find room to land a body shot as Archer controls the action. #T1#
Murhapuro blocks a body shot from Archer.
Archer misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Murhapuro throws a head punch that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Murhapuro.
Archer lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Archer misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Murhapuro misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short left from Archer.
Murhapuro tries to throw a body punch but Archer avoids it by throwing Murhapuro back against the cage.
Murhapuro fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Murhapuro throws an elbow but it misses.
Murhapuro can't find room to land a body shot as Archer controls the action.
Archer working aggressively here.
Archer works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Murhapuro takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Murhapuro tries a body shot but Archer blocks it.
Murhapuro is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Archer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Archer misses with a hook to the ribs.
Archer lands a shoulder strike.
Archer lands a left hand.
Murhapuro scores with a shot to the side of Archer's head.
Archer lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Murhapuro or not.
Murhapuro misses with a punch on the inside.
Archer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Archer.
Archer blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Archer throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Murhapuros head.
Murhapuro doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Archer lands a body shot in the clinch.
Murhapuro misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Archer takes an elbow to the forehead.
Archer lands a shoulder strike.
Archer working aggressively here.
Pauke Murhapuro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Archer is leaning against Murhapuro and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T3#
Archer tries a body shot but Murhapuro blocks it.
Murhapuro prevents a body shot from Archer.
Archer lands a right hand.
Archer has Murhapuro pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Murhapuro manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Archer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Archer struggles to land a body shot inside as Murhapuro controls his hands.
Archer tries to work over Murhapuro's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Murhapuro scores a nice knee to the body.
Murhapuro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Archer.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Murhapuro fails to land.
Murhapuro misses with an elbow strike.
Murhapuro working aggressively here.
Murhapuro throws a head punch that misses.
Archer misses with a punch to the body.
Murhapuro lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T4#
Archer takes a shot to the head.
A body shot lands from Archer.
Murhapuro swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Murhapuro misses with an elbow strike.
Murhapuro lands a nice knee 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!
Murhapuro lands a body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Archer.
Archer softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Murhapuro unloads a knee to the mid-section. Archer lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Murhapuro is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Murhapuro is leaning against Archer and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Murhapuro digs a right hand underneath Archer's ribcage. Archer let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Murhapuro lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Murhapuro gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Archer.
Archer's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!

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 Kermit Archer.
Well Archer has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kermit Archer!
Our winner, Kermit Archer, 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: SFL 144 | King of the Hill
Date: Mar 13, 2022

#R1#
Murhapuro pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kuwabara is out of range and Murhapuro settles back down.
Kuwabara tries to clinch but Murhapuro moves away
and Murhapuro counters with a low kick, right behind Kuwabara 's knee.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kuwabara counters with a nice uppercut.
Kuwabara takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Murhapuro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kuwabara.
Kuwabara wants to counter with a clinch but Murhapuro pushes him away.
Murhapuro looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kuwabara is fending him off so far but Murhapuro persists. Nope, Kuwabara circles away and we're back to standing.
Kuwabara's corner calls for a 1-2. Kuwabara obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kuwabara throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kuwabara scores with a jab to the body.
Murhapuro takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kuwabara lands a head shot.
Murhapuro throws a jab when Kuwabara was well out of range.
Murhapuro avoids a punch combination nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Murhapuro with a jab.#T1#
Kuwabara fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kuwabara staying out of range there.
Kuwabara swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kuwabara misses with a looping left.
Kuwabara fails with the takedown
and Murhapuro counters with a nice uppercut.
Kuwabara scores with a body shot.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kuwabara or perhaps it was just good defense by Murhapuro, which made it look bad.
Murhapuro throws out a leg kick but Kuwabara moves out of range and Murhapuro only half commits.
Kuwabara feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Murhapuros jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kuwabara fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.
Murhapuro with a lazy takedown attempt
and Kuwabara counters with a nice uppercut.
Kuwabara tries to clinch but Murhapuro is having none of it.
Murhapuro swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T2#
Kuwabara looks to land a left hand but Murhapuro moved out of range nicely.
Kuwabara misses with a left hand
and Murhapuro counters with a leg kick.
Kuwabara misses with a wild body shot.
Murhapuro half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Murhapuro tries a head kick but it misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kuwabara. Murhapuro does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kuwabara checks the leg kick nicely there.
Murhapuro misses with a looping left.
Kuwabara looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Murhapuro steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kuwabara.
Kuwabara stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kuwabara slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Murhapuro throws a good cross that connects.
Murhapuro throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kuwabara uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro misses with a jab to the body
and Kuwabara counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T3#
Murhapuro misses with a hook.
Kuwabara feints the counter takedown.
Murhapuro uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kuwabara.
Murhapuro throws a shot from downtown. Kuwabara moves away and avoids it.
Kuwabara doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kuwabara shoots in but Murhapuro avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Pauke Murhapuro has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kazuma Kuwabara.
Murhapuro thows a leg kick but Kuwabara checks it
and Kuwabara counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kuwabara with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kuwabara swings for the body but Murhapuro moves out of range.
Murhapuro throws a looping overhand right but Kuwabara ducks down to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Kuwabara misses.
Kuwabara cracks Murhapuro with a right hand to the side of the head.
A shot to the liver by Murhapuro. Beautiful body shot.#CL#
Murhapuro closes the distance and pushes Kuwabara back into the cage.
Kuwabara has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Murhapuro avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Murhapuro tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Murhapuro misses with some punches. #T4#
A short right from Kuwabara.
Kuwabara swings wildly with an uppercut but Murhapuro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murhapuro prevents the takedown attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuwabara throws a punch but it's blocked by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kuwabara swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kuwabara misses with a body punch.
Murhapuro misses with a punch to the body.
Kuwabara tries a body shot but Murhapuro blocks it.
Kuwabara working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Murhapuro.
Kuwabara blocking some punches.
Kuwabara fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kuwabara working hard to break the clinch.
Kuwabara working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Murhapuro swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuwabara uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murhapuro drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kuwabara pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kuwabara just misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kazuma Kuwabara dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Murhapuro staying out of range there.
Murhapuro throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kuwabara misses with a right hand
and Murhapuro counters with a nice uppercut.
Kuwabara misses with a right hand
and Murhapuro counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kuwabara misses with an uppercut. Murhapuro saw that one coming.
Murhapuro lands with an overhand left.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut. Kuwabara saw that one coming.
Murhapuro digs a good body shot into Kuwabara's ribs.
Kuwabara will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kuwabara misses with a jab, cross combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuwabara goes for a double leg but Murhapuro avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Murhapuro continues to drive forward.
Murhapuro swats away the attempt to clinch by Kuwabara.
Murhapuro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kuwabara tries to counter by closing the distance.#T1#
A big left from Murhapuro misses.
Murhapuro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kuwabara.
Murhapuro misses with a right hand
and Kuwabara counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kuwabara cracks Murhapuro with an open hand slap.
Murhapuro throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Murhapuro moves out of range as Kuwabara strikes.
Kuwabara misses with a wild body shot.
Murhapuro pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Murhapuro walks into a straight right hand from Kuwabara.
Kuwabara misses with a body shot
letting Murhapuro counter with a right hand.
Murhapuro scores with a spinning back kick!
Murhapuro keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kuwabara.
Murhapuro scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murhapuro with the inside leg kick.
Kuwabara lands a slapping body shot.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick that misses.
A little jabbing left from Kuwabara on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Murhapuro throws a lazy right hand but Kuwabara sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Murhapuro moves to clinch but Kuwabara breaks away
letting Kuwabara counter with a right hand.
Kuwabara jabs Murhapuro to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Murhapuro misses with a right hand
and Kuwabara counters with a left to the body.
Murhapuro cracks Kuwabara with a good jab.
Kuwabara looks to score with a jab to the body but Murhapuro is just out of range.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick
and Kuwabara counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick
and Kuwabara counters with a straight right hand.
A big right from Murhapuro misses.
Kuwabara connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T3#
Murhapuro throws the kick towards the body but Kuwabara avoids it.
Kuwabara swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Murhapuro finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Murhapuro takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Murhapuro ducks under a wild hook from Kuwabara.
Kazuma Kuwabara seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kuwabara throws out a loose jab but Murhapuro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuwabara just misses with a punch to the body.
Murhapuro throws a lazy right hand but Kuwabara sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Murhapuro pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Murhapuro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kuwabara.
Murhapuro takes one on the button.
A good leg kick by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kuwabara digs a good body shot into Murhapuro's ribs.#T4#
Murhapuro throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Murhapuro throws a jab but it's blocked by Kuwabara.
Kuwabara looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Murhapuro misses with a lunging right hand
and Kuwabara counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kuwabara stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Murhapuro lets loose with a powerful body kick. Kuwabara will feel that in the morning.
Kuwabara takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kuwabara misses with a hook.
A shot to the liver by Murhapuro. Beautiful body shot.
Kuwabara misses with a looping left.
Murhapuro ducks under a wild hook from Kuwabara.
Murhapuro gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kuwabara.
Kuwabara wants to clinch up but Murhapuro keeps it at a distance.
Murhapuro half committed to a counter leg kick.
Murhapuro throws a sloppy head kick and Kuwabara moves out of range easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kazuma Kuwabara will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Murhapuro tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kuwabara shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Murhapuro with a hook.
Kuwabara throws a hook but Murhapuro avoids it easily.
Murhapuro swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kuwabara is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro shoots for a double leg takedown but Kuwabara sprawls well. He's pushed Murhapuro's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Kuwabara throws a lazy uppercut
and Murhapuro counters with a nice body kick.
Murhapuro lands with a right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Kuwabara misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuwabara shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Murhapuro pinned against the cage. Murhapuro gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kuwabara just misses with a punch to the body.
Kuwabara dips to his left and cracks Murhapuro with an uppercut!#T1#
Murhapuro swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Murhapuro throws a body kick that misses
and Kuwabara counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kuwabara misses with a body shot.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick but Kuwabara moved away.
Murhapuro misses with a hook. Kuwabara ducked under it nicely.
Murhapuro gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Murhapuro throws a chopping leg kick but Kuwabara manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kuwabara thows a left - swing and a miss!
Murhapuro lands a jab to the nose.
Kuwabara fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Murhapuro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Murhapuro tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Kuwabara counters with a nice uppercut.
Pauke Murhapuro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Murhapuro misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Kuwabara counter with a right hand.
Kuwabara just misses with a punch to the body.
Kuwabara on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kuwabara scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kuwabara uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Murhapuro.
It seemed like Kuwabara was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Murhapuro looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kuwabara throws a looping overhand right but Murhapuro ducks down to avoid it.
Kuwabara scores with a hook to the body. Murhapuro takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Murhapuro lands with a hook. Kuwabara tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Murhapuro tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kuwabara manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kuwabara lands a slapping body shot.
Murhapuro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kuwabara counters with a stiff right hand.
Kuwabara throws a hook to the side of Murhapuro's head but Murhapuro sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Murhapuro connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T3#
Kuwabara throws a lazy right hand but Murhapuro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from Kuwabara misses. #CL#
Murhapuro has managed to clinch.
Murhapuro throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuwabara. #BC2#
Kuwabara escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Murhapuro connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Murhapuro throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kuwabara is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Murhapuro with a body shot.
Kuwabara thuds a left hand into Murhapuro's body.
Kuwabara's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Murhapuro avoids the body shot from Kuwabara.
Murhapuro takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kuwabara waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Murhapuro.
Murhapuro throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Murhapuro scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kuwabara in his tracks.
Murhapuro shoots in for a takedown but Kuwabara shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T4#
Murhapuro throws a push kick but Kuwabara slaps the foot to one side.
Kuwabara misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro takes a shot to the body in his stride.
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!
Kuwabara thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kuwabara is looking to clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kuwabara. Murhapuro does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kazuma Kuwabara is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kuwabara moves out of range as Murhapuro strikes.
Murhapuro looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kuwabara moves out of range as Murhapuro strikes.
The crowd cheers as Kuwabara lands an impressive looking overhand right. Murhapuro doesn't seem phased though.
Kuwabara throws a body punch but Murhapuro moves out of range.
Murhapuro looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Murhapuro walks into a straight right hand from Kuwabara.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kazuma Kuwabara comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kuwabara 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 Paul Gruel scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kazuma Kuwabara!
A relieved looking Kazuma Kuwabara 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: SFL 138 | Insanity
Date: Feb 16, 2022

#R1#
Garuda throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Garuda gets cracked there but stands up to it.
We've been informed that Murhapuro has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Garuda throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Garuda lands a nice leg kick that just misses Murhapuro's sensitive parts.
Garuda checks a low kick from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Garuda finds it's way round the side to connect with Murhapuro's head.
Garuda has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Slaughter Houze in the buildup to the fight.
Garuda connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Murhapuro momentarily.
Garuda with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Garuda throws a looping overhand right but Murhapuro ducks down to avoid it.
Murhapuro lands with a shot to the body.
Garuda throws a half hearted mid kick.
Murhapuro looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Garuda takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Garuda throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T1#
Garuda looks to land a right hand but Murhapuro moved out of range.
Garuda takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Garuda on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Murhapuro throws a body punch but Garuda moves out of range.
Murhapuro misses with a body kick.
Murhapuro cracks Garuda with an open hand slap.
Garuda misses with a body shot.
Garuda connects with a body shot.#CL2#
Murhapuro clinches.
Garuda doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Garuda tries to circle away but Murhapuro has him pinned against the cage.
Garuda doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Murhapuro has a couple of punches blocked by Garuda. #BC#
Garuda breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Garuda takes one to the chin there.#T2#
A solid body kick from Murhapuro.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Murhapuro misses with a hook.
Murhapuro changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Garuda waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Murhapuro.
Nice shot by Murhapuro.
Garuda blocks the body kick.
Garuda misses with a kick to the body.
Garuda looks to land a right hand but Murhapuro moved out of range.
Murhapuro takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Murhapuro connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A nice leg kick from Murhapuro, right into the meat of the thigh.
Murhapuro with the inside leg kick.
Murhapuro lands with a shot to the body. #T3#
A solid leg kick lands there for Murhapuro.
Murhapuro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Garuda.
A nice side step and Murhapuro releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A solid leg kick lands there for Garuda.
Murhapuro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Garuda.
Murhapuro buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Garuda looks for the body kick but Murhapuro saw that one coming.
Murhapuro throws out a counter right but Garuda avoids it with no problem.
Garuda swings widly with a right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Garuda throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Garuda. That did some damage!
Murhapuro with a nice calf kick.#CL2#
Murhapuro moves into range and clinches up with Garuda.
Garuda misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Garuda is trying to break free.
Garuda's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Garuda doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC#
Garuda breaks from the clinch.
Murhapuro takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Murhapuro misses with a kick to the body.
Garuda takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Garuda. Murhapuro does a little dance to reset his feet.
Murhapuro tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A nice leg kick from Garuda, right into the meat of the thigh.
Murhapuro throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Murhapuro takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nice cross by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro misses with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
An inside leg kick lands from Murhapuro.
Garuda takes one to the chin there.
Murhapuro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Garuda looks for the body kick but Murhapuro saw that one coming.
Garuda takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Garuda tries a head kick but it misses.
Garuda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.
Garuda lands a jab to the nose.
Murhapuro thumps Garuda with a low kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Garuda. Murhapuro does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garuda throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Murhapuro stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Murhapuro swings for the body but Garuda moves out of range.
Garuda looks to throw the jab but Murhapuro is out of range.
Murhapuro with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T1#
Murhapuro scores with a push kick.
Garuda is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Murhapuro ducks under a wild hook from Garuda.
Garuda walks into a straight right hand from Murhapuro.
Garuda takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Murhapuro checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Murhapuro buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Murhapuro connects with a looping right hand.
Murhapuro lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Garuda checks a leg kick.
Garuda tries to land a leg kick but Murhapuro saw it coming and moves away.
Garuda scores with a body shot.
Garuda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2#
A jab from Garuda misses.
Good work by Garuda as he checks the leg kick.
Garuda is looking for a counter combo.
Garuda misses with an attempted mid kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Murhapuro as he connects with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Murhapuro tries to clinch up.
Murhapuro moves out of range of the body kick from Garuda.
Murhapuro throws out a counter right but Garuda avoids it with no problem.
Garuda looks to land a left hand but Murhapuro moved out of range nicely.
Garuda jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Garuda shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Garuda throws a head kick but Murhapuro moves out of range.
Murhapuro throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Garuda sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mantak Garuda is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Garuda throws a head kick that misses.
Garuda avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T3#
Murhapuro ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Murhapuro bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Garuda's head.
Garuda takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Garuda lands a nice hook to Murhapuro's body. Murhapuro takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Garuda throws a push kick but Murhapuro slaps the foot to one side.
Both fighters circling a little - Garuda finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Murhapuro is breathing heavily.
Garuda with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Murhapuro lands with an overhand left.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Garuda - that will leave a mark!
Garuda slips under a jab from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Garuda's jab looks to have found its range, popping Murhapuro under the eye.#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!
Murhapuro takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Garuda checks a leg kick.
Murhapuro dives in and grabs Garuda's left leg, looking for a takedown. Garuda pushes down on Murhapuro's head and hops out.
Garuda throws a front kick that sends Murhapuro stumbling back into the cage.
Garuda throws a head kick that half lands.
Garuda throws a head kick but Murhapuro moves out of range.
Nice cross by Garuda.
Murhapuro tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The fighters circling - Murhapuro throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Garuda thows a left - swing and a miss!
Murhapuro lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
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 Mantak Garuda will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Garuda throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Garuda uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Murhapuro.
Garuda throws a body kick that misses.
Murhapuro looks to land a left hand but Garuda moved out of range nicely.
Murhapuro sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Murhapuro drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Garuda throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Garuda lands a glancing blow to the side of Murhapuro's head.
Garuda throws a sloppy head kick and Murhapuro moves out of range easily.
A little jabbing left from Murhapuro on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Garuda cracks Murhapuro with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Garuda has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Murhapuro to stand back up!#ROC#Murhapuro is rocked!
Murhapuro takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
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!
An inside leg kick lands from Garuda.
Murhapuro is still on wobbly legs! Can Garuda finish him?
Garuda keeps Murhapuro at a distance using the push kick.
Garuda missing with a left hand there. Murhapuro was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Murhapuro seems to have recovered his senses.#T1#
Murhapuro misses with a hook
and Garuda counters with an outside leg kick.
A solid body kick from Garuda.
A left lands for Garuda.
Garuda scores with a nice head shot.
Garuda misses with a body kick.
Murhapuro has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Garuda.
Garuda throws a wild body kick that Murhapuro sees coming a mile off.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick
and Garuda counters with a thumping low kick.
Murhapuro misses the shot to the body.
Murhapuro throws a hook but Garuda blocks it.
Garuda misses with a body kick.
Murhapuro throws an overhand right that lands on Garuda's shoulder, as Garuda tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
Decent striking displayed by Murhapuro there.
Garuda throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Garuda misses the shot to the body.
Murhapuro swings away with a body shot that misses
and Garuda counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Garuda looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Murhapuro moves out of range of the body kick.
Garuda lands with an uppercut that bounces Murhapuro off the cage and back into range.
Garuda misses with a body kick.
Murhapuro throws the left hand but Garuda avoids the punch easily.
Garuda throws the left hand but Murhapuro avoids the punch easily.
Murhapuro misses with a body shot.
Garuda thuds his shin into the meat of Murhapuro's side.
Garuda looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T3#
Garuda attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Some wild striking there from Garuda.
Murhapuro shoots in but no luck this time.
Garuda throws a leg kick but Murhapuro sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Garuda ducks under a wild hook from Murhapuro.
Garuda avoids a kick to the body.
Murhapuro misses with a leg kick.
Murhapuro tries to land a front kick but Garuda steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Garuda lands a glancing blow to the side of Murhapuro's head.
Murhapuro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T4#
Jab from Garuda.
Murhapuro thows a left - swing and a miss!
Garuda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Murhapuro throws a lazy body kick
and Garuda counters with a good low kick that Murhapuro was not able to check.
A shot to the liver by Garuda. Beautiful body shot.
Garuda connects with a crisp jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Garuda takes one to the chin there.
Garuda scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Murhapuro doesn't seem bothered though.
Garuda tries to land a front kick but Murhapuro steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Murhapuro drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Garuda defends it well.
Murhapuro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Garuda swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Murhapuro takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#KD#
Garuda feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Murhapuro sprawling to the canvas! Murhapuro rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Garuda finish him?!

And that's the end of the fight!
Mantak Garuda showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Garuda 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: SFL 133 | Kimbo vs Tower
Date: Jan 28, 2022

#R1#
Murhapuro throws an overhand right that lands on Kowalski's shoulder, as Kowalski tries to avoid the shot.
Kowalski blocks the body kick.
Kowalski throws a low kick but it's checked well by Murhapuro.
Kowalski's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Murhapuro connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kowalski scrambles back to his feet.
Murhapuro lands with a straight right. Kowalski didn't see that one coming.
Nice sprawl there from Kowalski as Murhapuro shoots in.
Murhapuro tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kowalski manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kowalski swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The fighters circling - Kowalski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kowalski just misses with a punch to the body.
A cross from Murhapuro lands.
A clash of legs there as Kowalski blocks the low kick.
Kowalski changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Both fighters circling a little - Murhapuro finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #T1#
Good shot there by Murhapuro.
Kowalski throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kowalski checks the leg kick.
Murhapuro sizes up Kowalski with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kowalski defending well as Murhapuro loads up on a big left hand.
Kowalski lands with a right hand.
Kowalski walks into a jab.
Murhapuro shoots in looking for a takedown but Kowalski manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Murhapuro's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kowalski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Murhapuro misses with a takedown attempt - Kowalski sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A little jabbing left from Kowalski on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pauke Murhapuro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kowalski blocks a leg kick.
Kowalski drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Murhapuro defends it well.#T2#
A slow jab from Kowalski misses its intended target.
Murhapuro looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kowalski misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Murhapuro counters with a straight right hand.
Kowalski throws a hook but Murhapuro blocks it.
Murhapuro is looking to score with low kicks.
Murhapuro misses with a kick to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murhapuro throws a shot from downtown. Kowalski moves away and avoids it.
Murhapuro tries to clinch up.
Kowalski misses with a straight left.
Kowalski with a hook.
Murhapuro misses with a hook.
It seemed like Kowalski was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Murhapuro misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Kowalski counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kowalski. #T3##SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for a triangle but Kowalski pushes his legs off easily.
Kowalski throws a big elbow that misses.
Kowalski pushes down on Murhapuro's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Kowalski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Murhapuro is just riding it out for now. Kowalski eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Kowalski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Murhapuro is just riding it out for now. Kowalski eventually gives up the hold.
Kowalski trying to advance position but Murhapuro counters by regaining guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4##SUB#
Murhapuro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kowalski defends it easily.
Kowalski tries to free his leg and advance position but Murhapuro is retaining full guard.
Murhapuro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kowalski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Murhapuro is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Murhapuro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kowalski passes Murhapuro's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Murhapuro is looking to control Kowalski's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Murhapuro avoid being mounted?
Kowalski is trying to control the action in half guard but Murhapuro is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lenny Kowalski will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Murhapuro scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Murhapuro lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kowalski at a distance.
Murhapuro throws an off balance right hand
letting Kowalski counter with a right hand.
Murhapuro fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Murhapuro misses with a hook
and Kowalski counters with a nice uppercut.
Murhapuro cracks Kowalski with a right hand to the side of the head.
Pauke Murhapuro is winning the standup battle so far.
Kowalski checks a leg kick.
Kowalski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Murhapuro misses with a body kick.
And Kowalski tries to counter it with a takedown but Murhapuro pushes his down on his head and steps out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck for Murhapuro with that takedown attempt.
Kowalski blocks a jab.#T1#
Kowalski throws a nice outside leg kick. #TD#
Kowalski gets caught flat footed, as Murhapuro shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Murhapuro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Kowalski looking for subs off his back but Murhapuro has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Kowalski is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Murhapuro pulls his head out easily.
Kowalski has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Murhapuro is working away from the top position though.
Lenny Kowalski has got the better of the ground game so far.
Murhapuro looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T2##SUB#
Murhapuro wants to work for an arm triangle but Kowalski is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kowalski trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Murhapuro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Murhapuro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kowalski sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Murhapuro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kowalski sees it coming and defends easily.
Kowalski trying to control here.
Murhapuro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kowalski does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Kowalski is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Murhapuro pulls his head out easily. #T3#
Murhapuro wants to pass the guard but Kowalski is defending well. #SUB#
Murhapuro seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Kowalski looking for submissions off his back.
Kowalski works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kowalski can't keep his opponent in guard - Murhapuro advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kowalski doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Murhapuro.
Kowalski is trying to maintain the position but Murhapuro is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kowalski is concentrating on defense, preventing Murhapuro from advancing position. #SUB#
Kowalski is defending against the submission attempts here by Murhapuro. #SUB#
Murhapuro is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Kowalski to slip a leg under and get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Kowalski escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Murhapuro gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kowalski trying to keep a closed guard but Murhapuro is proving a slippery customer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro dominated that second 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Murhapuro fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Murhapuro misses the target.
And Kowalski tries to counter it with a takedown but Murhapuro pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick
and Kowalski counters with a stiff right hand.
Kowalski jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Murhapuro misses with a kick to the body #TD2#
and Kowalski counters with a nice double leg into side control. Murhapuro won't be happy with that.
Murhapuro manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Murhapuro is looking for a sweep. Kowalski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kowalski wants to take a breather but Murhapuro is having none of it.
Murhapuro is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Kowalski is trying to work for a kimura but Murhapuro is defending well.
Murhapuro tries to get to full guard but Kowalski has control of the leg. #T1#
Murhapuro trying to control but Kowalski postures up. #SUB2#
Kowalski is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Kowalski landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kowalski is nestled in close to Murhapuro, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Murhapuro won't allow Kowalski to pass to mount. #SUB#
Murhapuro with the active half guard here but Kowalski passes nicely into side control.
Murhapuro gets back to half guard.#T2#
Kowalski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Murhapuro does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Kowalski is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Murhapuro! #SUB2#
Kowalski with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Kowalski wants to control the pace but Murhapuro is squirming around nicely.
Kowalski might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Murhapuro haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
Kowalski has control of Murhapuro's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Murhapuro regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Kowalski wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T3#
Kowalski unloads with some shots from mount but Murhapuro bucks and avoids them well.
Murhapuro tries to hold on but Kowalski postures up.
Murhapuro sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Kowalski is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Murhapuro doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kowalski.
Murhapuro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kowalski thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Murhapuro's head. #T4##SUB#
Murhapuro looking for submissions off his back.
Murhapuro controlling the position well.
Kowalski lands with a punch from half guard.
Kowalski tries to pass the half guard into mount. Murhapuro knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Murhapuro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kowalski is working away from the top position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Murhapuro taking some punishment here, with Kowalski in his half guard. #SUB2#
Kowalski is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Murhapuro sees it coming and defends easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lenny Kowalski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kowalski 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Lenny Kowalski!
A relieved looking Lenny Kowalski 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: SFL 128 | Medieval Combat
Date: Jan 05, 2022

#R1#
Hopkins moves out of range of the body kick from Murhapuro.
Decent striking displayed by Murhapuro there.
Hopkins takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut
and Hopkins counters with a good low kick that Murhapuro was not able to check.
Murhapuro cracks Hopkins with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Hopkins takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Murhapuro thumps Hopkins with a low kick.
Murhapuro misses with a hook
and Hopkins counters with a stiff right hand.
A good leg kick by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro looks to land a right hand but Hopkins moved out of range.
Hopkins throws a quick counter head kick but Murhapuro was just out of range.
Murhapuro shoots in but Hopkins avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Hopkins.
A solid body kick from Hopkins.
Nice body kick there by Murhapuro.
Hopkins pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hopkins looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Murhapuro scores with a hook to the body. Hopkins takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Hopkins takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Murhapuro will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Hopkins throws a leg kick which misses Murhapuro's front leg but catches the back leg as Murhapuro tries to avoid it.
Murhapuro ducks under a wild hook from Hopkins.#T2#
Murhapuro lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Giuseppe Hopkins is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hopkins walks into a straight right hand from Murhapuro.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Murhapuro throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hopkins is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Murhapuro connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Nice uppercut there from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Murhapuro fails with a takedown attempt.
Hopkins is looking to counter punch.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick but Hopkins sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Murhapuro bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
Murhapuro chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut. Hopkins saw that one coming.
Hopkins swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Murhapuro misses the jab.
Murhapuro connects with a leg kick.
Murhapuro has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Murhapuro scores with a punch to the head.
Hopkins displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Murhapuro throws out the jab.
Murhapuro tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hopkins swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hopkins walks into a stiff left hand from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro avoids the head kick by Hopkins.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick
and Hopkins makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Murhapuro really felt that one!
Murhapuro throws a body kick that misses. #T4#
Murhapuro scores with a shot to the body.
Hopkins on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
An inside leg kick from Hopkins misses.
Nice shot lands for Hopkins.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murhapuro thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hopkins throwing a counter right hand but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.
Murhapuro cracks Hopkins with a right hand to the side of the head.
Hopkins closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Hopkins thows a left - swing and a miss!
Murhapuro throws a jab when Hopkins was well out of range.
Hopkins throwing a counter right hand but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.
Hopkins misses with a wild combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Hopkins takes a jab right on the kisser.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Hopkins might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Jab, jab by Murhapuro - just one landing.
Hopkins pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Murhapuro feints the counter takedown.
Crunch! Murhapuro slams his shin into Hopkins's torso.
Murhapuro looks to land a right hand but Hopkins moved out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Hopkins misses the target.
Murhapuro tries a low kick but Hopkins avoids it.
Murhapuro throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Hopkins throwing a counter right hand but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hopkins takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Hopkins throws a head kick that misses.
Hopkins with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Murhapuro to score with a decent uppercut.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Murhapuro fails in his attempt to clinch.
Murhapuro walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Hopkins checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Hopkins takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Hopkins ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
It looked like Hopkins wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Murhapuro with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Murhapuro lands a really nice looking cross but Hopkins seems unphased.
Hopkins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro moves out of range as Hopkins strikes.
Murhapuro throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Hopkins counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hopkins scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Murhapuro throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hopkins sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hopkins appears to be looking for a big counter.#T2#
Hopkins is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Murhapuro.
Hopkins misses with a lunging right hand
and Murhapuro counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Hopkins is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Murhapuro is looking to clinch but Hopkins is avoiding it.
Murhapuro scores with a push kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Murhapuro lands a slapping body shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Murhapuro.
Murhapuro looks to score with a jab to the body but Hopkins is just out of range.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Murhapuro lands with a hook. Hopkins tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hopkins misses with an uppercut. Murhapuro saw that one coming.
Hopkins takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T3#
Murhapuro connects with a single shot there.
Murhapuro throws a sloppy head kick and Hopkins moves out of range easily.
Hopkins is looking to counter with head kicks.
Hopkins is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Hopkins takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Murhapuro lunges at Hopkins with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hopkins's hand.
Murhapuro blocks a jab.
Murhapuro throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hopkins on the side of the head.
Murhapuro throws a solid leg kick but Hopkins takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Murhapuro.
Murhapuro scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Hopkins misses with a head kick.
Hopkins misses with a lunging right hand
and Murhapuro counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hopkins scores with a spinning back kick!#T4#
Murhapuro scores with the left hand. Hopkins knows he should have avoided that one.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Murhapuro shoots for a takedown but Hopkins saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Murhapuro.
Murhapuro is looking to slow Hopkins down with leg kicks.
Hopkins scores with a crisp jab that stopped Murhapuro in his tracks.
Murhapuro looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hopkins throws a body kick that misses
and Hopkins takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Murhapuro clinches with his opponent.
Murhapuro working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Hopkins misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hopkins goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Murhapuro jabbing away but nothing is landing.
An attempted straight right counter from Hopkins misses the target.
Hopkins checks a leg kick.
Murhapuro throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hopkins was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hopkins throws a leg kick that misses.
A low kick lands for Murhapuro.
A nice leg kick lands there from Murhapuro.
A lazy left from Murhapuro finds it's target.
Murhapuro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #TD2#
Hopkins gets caught flat footed, as Murhapuro shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Murhapuro drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Hopkins manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Murhapuro has Hopkins in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Murhapuro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T1##SUB2#
Murhapuro is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hopkins is aware though and is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Murhapuro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Murhapuro is trying to control the position but Hopkins postures up.
Hopkins wants to get up but he can't break Murhapuro's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Murhapuro working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Murhapuro working for a triangle but Hopkins defends it easily. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Murhapuro has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Hopkins 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 Murhapuro.#SU#
Hopkins decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Murhapuro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Murhapuro misses with the body kick
and Hopkins connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Murhapuro fails with the takedown.#T3#
Murhapuro fails with the takedown.
Murhapuro throws a low kick but it's checked well by Hopkins.
Hopkins misses with an uppercut
and Murhapuro counters with a good, hard body kick but Hopkins shrugs it off.
Hopkins checks the leg kick.
It looked like Hopkins wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Murhapuro bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Murhapuro appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A left lands for Murhapuro.
Decent striking displayed by Murhapuro there.
Murhapuro closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Murhapuro throws a hook but Hopkins blocks it.#T4#
Murhapuro scores with a sloppy right hand. Hopkins should have avoided that one.
Murhapuro swings widly with a right hand
and Hopkins counters with a body kick that stops Murhapuro in his tracks momentarily.
Murhapuro takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Murhapuro has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Hopkins.
Hopkins lets loose with a powerful body kick. Murhapuro will feel that in the morning.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hopkins wants to slow Murhapuro down by chopping away at his legs.
Murhapuro thows a leg kick but Hopkins checks it
and Hopkins counters with a nice body kick.
Hopkins throws a left jab followed by a right to the body, Oh Murhapuro colapses and takes a barrage of punches from Hopkins as he moves to mount! the ref stops the fight and Murhapuro is left battered and dazed whilst Hopkins and his camp cheer!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Giuseppe Hopkins!
Giuseppe Hopkins retains his light heavyweight title!
Giuseppe Hopkins bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: SFL 124 | Thailand vs Finland
Date: Dec 15, 2021

#R1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut. Kardashian saw that one coming.
Murhapuro misses with a hook.
Kardashian with a nice calf kick.
Murhapuro checks a leg kick.
Murhapuro throws a shot from downtown. Kardashian moves away and avoids it.
Murhapuro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Murhapuro misses with a hook
and Kardashian counters with a straight right hand.
Murhapuro throws a hook but Kardashian blocks it.
As Murhapuro backs away, Kardashian returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Murhapuro misses the jab.
Kardashian swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kardashian lands with an uppercut that bounces Murhapuro off the cage and back into range.
Kardashian punishes Murhapuro's body with a nice straight punch.
Kardashian uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Murhapuro has time to react.
Kardashian throws a hook but Murhapuro blocks it.
Kardashian misses with a straight left.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Murhapuro doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kardashian slips under a jab.#T1#
A cross from Kardashian lands.
Murhapuro throws a body kick that misses.
Murhapuro misses with a hook. Kardashian ducked under it nicely.
Good work by Kardashian as he checks the leg kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Kardashian misses its target.
Murhapuro catches Kardashian with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Murhapuro is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kardashian has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The House Of Pain in the buildup to the fight.
Kardashian uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Murhapuro.
Kardashian throwing a counter right hand but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.
Kardashian closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Murhapuro comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kardashian takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CUT2#It looks like Rob Kardashian has been cut.
Murhapuro shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Murhapuro ducks right into an uppercut from Kardashian.
Murhapuro lands a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kardashian throws a hook but Murhapuro blocks it.#T2#
Murhapuro tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Murhapuro darts in looking for a takedown but Kardashian gets double underhooks and turns Murhapuro into the cage.
Kardashian throws a hook but Murhapuro avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Murhapuro. Kardashian does a little dance to reset his feet.
Murhapuro throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Murhapuro throws a hook to the side of Kardashian's head but Kardashian sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Murhapuro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kardashian needs to keep his hands up - Murhapuro had a free shot at his head there.
Kardashian takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Murhapuro throws the left hand but Kardashian avoids the punch easily.
Kardashian walks into a straight right hand from Murhapuro.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kardashian staying out of range there.
Murhapuro jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kardashian ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Murhapuro throws a hook but Kardashian avoids it easily.#T3#
Murhapuro misses with a right hand
and Kardashian counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kardashian connects with a body shot.
Kardashian will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Murhapuro misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kardashian cracks Murhapuro with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Murhapuro is looking to land body kicks.
Murhapuro connects with a solid leg kick.
Kardashian misses the jab.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut.
Kardashian appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Murhapuro throws a right hand that misses
and Kardashian counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kardashian slips a straight right by Murhapuro.
It looked like Kardashian wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Good work by Kardashian as he checks the leg kick.
Rob Kardashian is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Murhapuro ducks under a wild hook from Kardashian.
Kardashian misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Murhapuro connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kardashian momentarily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Kardashian gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Murhapuro to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Kardashian is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kardashian looking to hit a scissor sweep but Murhapuro is one step ahead there.
Murhapuro trying to control the position from guard on top but Kardashian is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Murhapuro looking to pass the guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kardashian holds on and takes a little breather.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Pauke Murhapuro will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Rob Kardashian's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Kardashian misses with a looping right.
Murhapuro with the counter takedown but Kardashian avoids it easily.
Kardashian swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kardashian misses with a looping right.
Murhapuro misses with a low kick as Kardashian jumps back.
Kardashian swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kardashian throws a big shot that misses.
Kardashian defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Murhapuro.
Kardashian swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Murhapuro throws a shot from downtown. Kardashian moves away and avoids it.
A swing and a miss from Murhapuro.
Kardashian slips under a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Nice defenses there by Murhapuro.
Kardashian tries to land a leg kick but Murhapuro saw it coming and moves away.
A slapping body kick lands there for Murhapuro.
Murhapuro dodges the punch combination from Kardashian. #T1#
Both fighters circling a little - Murhapuro finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Murhapuro tests Kardashian's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kardashian fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.
Murhapuro connects with a jab.
Kardashian blocks a jab.
Kardashian takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Murhapuro walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Murhapuro misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Murhapuro pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
An attempted straight right counter from Kardashian misses the target.
Kardashian steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Murhapuro.
Kardashian takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T2#
Murhapuro throws a body punch but Kardashian moves out of range.
Kardashian checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kardashian listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Murhapuro tries to clinch
and Kardashian counters with a stiff right hand.
Kardashian misses with a straight right.
Kardashian ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Murhapuro throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
An attempted straight right counter from Kardashian misses the target.
Murhapuro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kardashian misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro feints the counter takedown.
Murhapuro misses with a low kick.
Kardashian was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Murhapuro throws a hook but Kardashian blocks it.
Murhapuro throws a lazy right hand but Kardashian sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kardashian blocks a leg kick.#T3#
Nice shot lands for Murhapuro.
Crunch! Murhapuro slams his shin into Kardashian's torso.
Kardashian throws a looping overhand right but Murhapuro ducks down to avoid it.
Murhapuro looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kardashian is fending him off so far but Murhapuro persists. Nope, Kardashian circles away and we're back to standing.
Kardashian is looking to counter punch.
Rob Kardashian has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pauke Murhapuro.
Kardashian moves out of range of the strikes.
Kardashian misses with a looping right.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick but Kardashian sees it coming and moves out of range.
Murhapuro smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Murhapuro lands an overhand right.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut.
Kardashian misses with a low kick as Murhapuro jumps back.
Murhapuro scores with a kick to the body.
Kardashian throws a predictable looking body shot
and Murhapuro counters with a stiff right hand.
Murhapuro ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T4#
Murhapuro tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kardashian manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kardashian misses with an uppercut. Murhapuro saw that one coming.
Murhapuro throws a lazy uppercut
and Kardashian counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Murhapuro uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kardashian.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut. Kardashian saw that one coming.
Kardashian swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Murhapuro misses with a looping left.
Murhapuro tries a low kick but Kardashian avoids it.
Murhapuro is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Murhapuro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kardashian.
It looked like Kardashian was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Murhapuro moves into range and lands a nice body kick. #TD2#
Murhapuro manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Kardashian on his heels. He'll look to pass Kardashian's guard now, I'm sure.

Kardashian kicks Murhapuro off and gets to his feet.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut
and Kardashian counters with a nice uppercut.
Kardashian with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Rob Kardashian'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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Kardashian moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kardashian tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murhapuro was well out of range. Poor timing from Kardashian.
Murhapuro throws the kick towards the body but Kardashian avoids it.
Murhapuro is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut.
Kardashian moves away from the strike by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Murhapuro fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kardashian checks it well.
Kardashian ducks right into an uppercut from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro looks to land a right hand but Kardashian moved out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kardashian checks the leg kick.
Murhapuro lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kardashian misses the shot to the body.
Murhapuro throws a shot to the body. #T1#
Murhapuro ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
It seemed like Murhapuro was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kardashian lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Murhapuro at a distance.
Kardashian takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Murhapuro tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A little feinted left hand from Kardashian on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Murhapuro slips under a jab from Kardashian.
Murhapuro blocks a jab.
Murhapuro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kardashian.
Kardashian lands with an overhand left.
A jab lands there for Murhapuro.
Kardashian misses with an uppercut.
Murhapuro scores with a leg kick.
Kardashian misses with an uppercut.
Murhapuro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kardashian.
Murhapuro lands an overhand right.
Rob Kardashian has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kardashian takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Murhapuro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kardashian.
Murhapuro throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kardashian half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kardashian thows a left - swing and a miss!
A looping hook to the body misses from Kardashian. Murhapuro does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kardashian walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Murhapuro scores with a body shot.
Kardashian checks a low kick from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#TD2#
Murhapuro looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Murhapuro trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Kardashian manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Murhapuro has an active guard here but Kardashian has managed to pass into half guard.
Murhapuro takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T3#
Kardashian with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Murhapuro is trying to get back to full guard.
Pauke Murhapuro has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Murhapuro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Murhapuro is trying to maintain the position but Kardashian is very close to passing his half guard.
Well, if Kardashian 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.
Pauke Murhapuro is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#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.
Kardashian missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Murhapuro is pressing down on Kardashian's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kardashian trying to control the position from guard on top but Murhapuro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kardashian's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Kardashian is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Murhapuro has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Kardashian is looking to defend but Murhapuro has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Kardashian! Murhapuro pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Kardashian taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: SFL 119 | Womba vs Murhapuro
Date: Nov 28, 2021

#R1#
Womba scores with a nice head shot.
Womba fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Womba fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Womba dives in and scores a takedown into Murhapuro's guard.
Womba trying to control but Murhapuro is working from the bottom.
Murhapuro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Womba throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Murhapuro works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Murhapuro is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Womba is posturing up here but Murhapuro has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Womba tries to roll out but it's too tight and Womba has to tap! Slick submission there by Murhapuro!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: SFL 113 | Free Australia
Date: Nov 07, 2021

#R1#
A shot to the body from Murhapuro misses
and Johnson counters with a stiff right hand.
Murhapuro throws a low kick but Johnson moves out of range easily.
Johnson throws an overhand right that lands on Murhapuro's shoulder, as Murhapuro tries to avoid the shot.
Johnson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Johnson checks a leg kick.
A little feinted left hand from Johnson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Good leg kick by Johnson.
A punch lands to the side of Johnson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Johnson 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.
A head kick misses from Murhapuro.
Johnson walks into a stiff left hand from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro lunges at Johnson with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Johnson's hand.
Murhapuro goes for a double leg but Johnson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Johnson continues to drive forward.
A quick step to the side and Johnson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Johnson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Murhapuro misses with a head kick.
It looked like Johnson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Murhapuro.
Johnson takes one on the chin but seems OK.
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!
Murhapuro scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Murhapuro throws a shot from downtown. Johnson moves away and avoids it.
Murhapuro steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Johnson.#T1#
Johnson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murhapuro misses with a body shot.
Johnson throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Johnson throws a leg kick but Murhapuro moved away.
Murhapuro misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Johnson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A lazy left from Murhapuro finds it's target.
Murhapuro will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Johnson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Johnson connects with a right hand. Murhapuro shakes it off.
Manny Johnson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A nice leg kick from Johnson, right into the meat of the thigh.
Johnson checks the leg kick nicely there.
A jab from Murhapuro misses.
It looked like Johnson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Murhapuro has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Murhapuro throws a right hand that misses
and Johnson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Johnson is looking to score with low kicks.
Johnson tries to move into range but Murhapuro moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Murhapuro throws a looping overhand right but Johnson ducks down to avoid it.
Murhapuro moves out of range as Johnson strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Murhapuro swings for the body but Johnson moves out of range. #T2#
Murhapuro takes a jab right on the kisser.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Johnson's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Murhapuro connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Johnson scrambles back to his feet.
Murhapuro looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Murhapuro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Johnson was well out of range. Poor timing from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Johnson avoids a kick to the body.
Johnson moves out of range as Murhapuro strikes.
Johnson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Johnson smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Johnson tries to move into range but Murhapuro moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Johnson attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Johnson staying out of range there.
Johnson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Johnson misses with a head kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Murhapuro as he connects with a hook.
Johnson slips a jab from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3#
Johnson misses with a body kick.
Murhapuro throws a left and a right that both miss
and Murhapuro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Murhapuro wants to clinch
and Johnson counters with a nice uppercut.
Murhapuro looks to throw a body kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Murhapuro keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Murhapuro avoids the head kick by Johnson.
Murhapuro stuns Johnson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Johnson jabs at Murhapuro's body.
Johnson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A nice leg kick from Murhapuro, right into the meat of the thigh.
Johnson lands a nice looking body shot.
Murhapuro takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Johnson throws a head kick but Murhapuro moves out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fight stays on the outside here - Johnson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4#
Murhapuro takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Johnson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Murhapuro.
Johnson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Johnson ducks under a wild hook from Murhapuro.
Johnson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Murhapuro throws a big shot that misses.
Murhapuro defending well as Johnson loads up on a big left hand.
Murhapuro misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Johnson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Murhapuro.
Johnson is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Murhapuro closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Johnson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Murhapuro.
It looked like Johnson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Manny Johnson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pauke Murhapuro.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Murhapuro misses with a straight right.
Johnson ducks right into an uppercut from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Johnson moves away.
Murhapuro swings away with a leg kick that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Pauke Murhapuro will probably get the nod.
That's time! Johnson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Johnson misses with a low kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Johnson. That snapped Murhapuro's head back.
Murhapuro pivots, looking for a leg kick but Johnson is out of range and Murhapuro settles back down.
Johnson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Murhapuro.
Murhapuro jabs at Johnson's body.
Nice uppercut there from Murhapuro.
Johnson moves away from the strike by Murhapuro.
Johnson lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Nice uppercut there from Murhapuro.
Johnson does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Murhapuro connects with a looping right hand.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Murhapuro throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Johnson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Murhapuro lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Murhapuro is trying to maintain a safe position but Johnson gets an underhook and turns Murhapuro into the cage.
Murhapuro stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Johnson is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#T1##BC#
Johnson breaks the clinch.
Murhapuro throws a lazy right hand but Johnson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Johnson moves out of range of the strikes.
Murhapuro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Johnson manages to avoid it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Johnson checks a leg kick.
Murhapuro misses with a hook. Johnson ducked under it nicely.
Murhapuro connects with a single shot there.
Johnson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Murhapuro is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Murhapuro misses the jab.
A nice inside leg kick there by Murhapuro. That's going to slow Johnson down.
Murhapuro dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Johnson. That did some damage!
Murhapuro throws a body punch but Johnson moves out of range.
Murhapuro lands with a good body shot.
Murhapuro throws out a leg kick but Johnson moves out of range and Murhapuro only half commits.
Johnson jabs Murhapuro right on the nose. Murhapuro blinks but takes it well.#T2#
Murhapuro walks into a straight right hand from Johnson.
Johnson throws a nice outside leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Johnson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Johnson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Johnson ducks under a wild hook from Murhapuro.
An attempted straight right counter from Johnson misses the target.
Johnson throws a low kick but Murhapuro moves out of range easily. #TD2#
Murhapuro closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Johnson quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB2#
Murhapuro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Murhapuro seems to be looking for submissions.
Johnson is looking to escape.#SUB2#
Murhapuro 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. #T3#
Johnson looks like he's trying to stand up.
Johnson is looking to control Murhapuro's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Johnson avoid being mounted?
Murhapuro wants to free his trapped foot but Johnson is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Johnson defends it well. #SUB2#
Johnson is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Murhapuro has latched onto it... Big trouble! Murhapuro pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Johnson is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Murhapuro!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: SFL 108 | Barbarian vs Raper
Date: Oct 15, 2021

#R1#
Good leg kick by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro throws a head kick that misses.
Murhapuro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Edwards moves away.
Edwards is looking to counter punch.
Murhapuro connects with a body shot that sends Edwards's belly button to the back.
Edwards moves out of range of the body kick from Murhapuro.
Edwards appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Murhapuro misses with a straight left.
Edwards throws a counter high kick but Murhapuro was just alert enough to avoid it.
Murhapuro throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Edwards to counter with a crisp jab.
Murhapuro swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Edwards feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Edwards ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murhapuro moves away.
Edwards blocks a jab.
Edwards throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Edwards keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Murhapuro has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Murhapuro dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Edwards misses with a kick to the body.
Edwards misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murhapuro. #T1#
Edwards moves out of range of the leg kick from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro loads up on a big right hand but Edwards slips the punch.
Murhapuro throws a lazy right hand but Edwards sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Edwards has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Crassus in the buildup to the fight.
Murhapuro jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little feinted left hand from Edwards on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Murhapuro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Edwards.
Edwards uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Edwards sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Edwards on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Edwards takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Murhapuro. Edwards shrugs it off though.
Edwards blocks a jab.
Murhapuro misses the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Edwards on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Murhapuro listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Murhapuro throws an overhand right that lands on Edwards's shoulder, as Edwards tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
Murhapuro scores with a hook to the body. Edwards takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Murhapuro lands a really nice looking cross but Edwards seems unphased.
A thudding body kick lands there by Murhapuro!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Edwards takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Murhapuro dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Edwards. That did some damage!
Ife Edwards is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Edwards slips under a jab.
Murhapuro throws a body kick that misses.
Edwards half committed to a counter leg kick.
Murhapuro jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A jab from Edwards misses.
Murhapuro scores with a jab to the head.
Murhapuro connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Murhapuro throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Edwards is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Edwards throws a head kick that misses. #T3#
Murhapuro connects with a body shot.
Murhapuro throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Murhapuro looks to land a left hand but Edwards moved out of range nicely.
Edwards throws a series of punches but Murhapuro moves out of range.
Murhapuro swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Edwards.
Murhapuro throws the left hand but Edwards avoids the punch easily.
Edwards works the jab nicely.
Murhapuro swings for the body but Edwards moves out of range.
A thudding body kick lands there by Murhapuro!
Edwards throws a hook to the side of Murhapuro's head but Murhapuro sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Murhapuro let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Edwards steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Murhapuro.
Edwards looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Edwards takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Murhapuro throws a wild body kick that Edwards sees coming a mile off.#T4#
Murhapuro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Edwards manages to avoid it.
A nice leg kick from Murhapuro, right into the meat of the thigh.
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!
Murhapuro misses with a lunging right hand
and Edwards counters with a leg kick.
Edwards throws a shot from downtown. Murhapuro moves away and avoids it.
A bone on bone clash there as Murhapuro blocks the leg kick.
Murhapuro misses with a wild combination.
Murhapuro ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Murhapuro digs a good body shot into Edwards's ribs.
Murhapuro jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Donk. Murhapuro catches Edwards right on the button with a cross.
Murhapuro lands a really nice looking cross but Edwards seems unphased.
Edwards takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Edwards appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Edwards slips under a jab.
Murhapuro is looking to land body kicks.
Edwards swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#TD2#
Murhapuro closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.

Edwards makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Murhapuro throws a leg kick that misses.
Murhapuro swings for the body but Edwards moves out of range.
Murhapuro fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nice straight punches there by Murhapuro. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Murhapuro.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Murhapuro. Edwards does a little dance to reset his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Edwards misses the target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Edwards is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CUT#It looks like Pauke Murhapuro has been cut.
Murhapuro throws an off balance right hand
and Edwards counters with a low kick, right behind Murhapuro 's knee.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Murhapuro throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Edwards connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Murhapuro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Edwards.
Murhapuro looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A swing and a miss from Edwards.#T1#
Murhapuro throws a sloppy body shot
and Edwards counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Murhapuro lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Murhapuro scores with a crisp jab that stopped Edwards in his tracks.
Murhapuro avoids the body shot from Edwards.
Edwards swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Murhapuro dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Murhapuro attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Murhapuro slips a straight right by Edwards.
Murhapuro misses the jab.
Murhapuro misses with a body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Edwards misses the target.
Edwards dips to his left and cracks Murhapuro with an uppercut!
Edwards takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T2#
Murhapuro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Edwards was well out of range. Poor timing from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro closes the distance and clinches up with Edwards, looking for a takedown. Murhapuro pushes Edwards against the cage but Edwards circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A jab lands there for Murhapuro.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Murhapuro throws out a loose jab but Edwards uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murhapuro misses with a leg kick.
Murhapuro looks to throw the jab but Edwards is out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Edwards misses the target.
Murhapuro misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Edwards counters with a nice uppercut.
Edwards looks to land a right hand but Murhapuro moved out of range.
Murhapuro takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Edwards throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Murhapuro lands with a nice body punch.
Edwards uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro misses with a straight left. #T3#
Murhapuro darts in looking for a takedown but Edwards gets double underhooks and turns Murhapuro into the cage.
Edwards misses with a lunging right hand
and Edwards takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Edwards goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick
and Edwards counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Murhapuro throws an off balance right hand
and Edwards counters with a straight right hand.
Edwards lands a right hook to the body.
Edwards defending well as Murhapuro loads up on a big left hand.
Edwards needs to keep his hands up - Murhapuro had a free shot at his head there.
Edwards displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #KD#
Edwards lands a big right hand that sends Murhapuro crashing to the mat! Edwards stays standing though and waves Murhapuro back to his feet!#ROC#Murhapuro is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Murhapuro moves out of range as Edwards throws a body kick.
Murhapuro is still on wobbly legs! Can Edwards finish him?
A low kick from Murhapuro is predictable there
and Edwards counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Murhapuro out cold! What a finish! Edwards is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ife Edwards!
Ife Edwards very nearly forgot to thank Conviction amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: SFL 103 | Kilgore vs Badass
Date: Sep 26, 2021

#R1#
Murhapuro feints a jab promting Lomax to slip. Murhapuro then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Lomax slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Murhapuro missing with a left hand there. Lomax was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lomax needs to keep his hands up - Murhapuro had a free shot at his head there.
Lomax looks to score with a jab to the body but Murhapuro is just out of range.
Murhapuro throws a body punch but Lomax moves out of range.
Lomax scores with a shot to the body.
Murhapuro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Murhapuro with a hook.
Murhapuro misses with a looping right.
It looked like Lomax wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Murhapuro throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lomax on the side of the head.
Murhapuro throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Murhapuro slips a jab and a cross from Lomax.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lomax chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Murhapuro can pounce on him.
Lomax on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Murhapuro cracks Lomax with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Murhapuro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lomax.#T1#
Murhapuro misses with a body shot.
We've been informed that Murhapuro has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
An inside leg kick from Murhapuro misses.
Lomax throws a hook but Murhapuro blocks it.
Murhapuro tried to score with a low kick but Lomax checks it.
Lomax uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Murhapuro.
Lomax thows a leg kick but Murhapuro checks it
and Murhapuro counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Murhapuro misses with a hook.
Lomax throws out a loose jab but Murhapuro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murhapuro on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Murhapuro looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lomax is fending him off so far but Murhapuro persists. Nope, Lomax circles away and we're back to standing.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick but Lomax checks it.
It looked like Lomax wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lomax blocks a low kick nicely.
Lomax throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Murhapuro sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lomax misses with a body kick.
Murhapuro throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Vincent Lomax is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Lomax uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Murhapuro.
Lomax looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Lomax thumps Murhapuro with a low kick.
Murhapuro paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
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!
Lomax throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lomax is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lomax throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Murhapuro connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lomax's hands.
Murhapuro takes a swing at Lomax's ribcage but misses.
Murhapuro throws a lazy uppercut
and Lomax counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Murhapuro throws a shot from downtown. Lomax moves away and avoids it.
And Lomax counters with a quick kick to the body but Murhapuro blocks it.
Murhapuro lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Murhapuro throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Lomax scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Murhapuro connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lomax's hands.#T3#
Lomax gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Murhapuro misses with a left hand
enabling Lomax to counter with a crisp jab.
Murhapuro takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lomax motions for Murhapuro to come forward. Lomax throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lomax loads up on a big right hand but Murhapuro slips the punch.
A little jabbing left from Murhapuro on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Murhapuro shoots in but no luck this time.
Murhapuro is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Lomax had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Murhapuro connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Murhapuro tries to grapple but his opponent circles #KD#
and Lomax counters with a head kick that drops Murhapuro to the mat! Murhapuro scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!
Lomax ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lomax looks to land a right hand but Murhapuro moved out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Murhapuro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lomax.
Lomax throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Murhapuro moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T4#
Murhapuro feints a jab promting Lomax to slip. Murhapuro then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Lomax slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Lomax moves out of range as Murhapuro throws a body kick.
Lomax pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lomax scores with a sloppy right hand. Murhapuro should have avoided that one.
Murhapuro moves out of range as Lomax strikes.
Murhapuro misses the shot to the body.
Murhapuro scores with a nice body kick.
Murhapuro slips a jab from Lomax.
Lomax walks into a jab.
Murhapuro throws the kick towards the body but Lomax avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lomax lands a slapping body shot.
Murhapuro missing with a left hand there. Lomax was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Murhapuro looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro 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#
Murhapuro looks to land a left hand but Lomax moved out of range nicely.
Murhapuro scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Murhapuro scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Murhapuro avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Murhapuro shoots in but no luck this time.
Murhapuro connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lomax. Lomax circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Murhapuro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Murhapuro misses with a body shot.
Lomax is looking to counter punch.
Murhapuro lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Murhapuro on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Nice takedown defense from Lomax. No joy for Murhapuro on that attempt.
It looked like Lomax wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick but Lomax checks it.
Lomax was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Murhapuro throws a lazy uppercut
and Lomax counters with a good, hard body kick but Murhapuro shrugs it off.
Lomax lands a nice hook to Murhapuro's body. Murhapuro takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Murhapuro is breathing heavily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murhapuro takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Murhapuro moves forwards but Lomax connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T1#
Lomax throws a jab when Murhapuro was well out of range.#TD2#
Murhapuro gets a double leg takedown into Lomax's guard.
Murhapuro wants to control from the top but Lomax keeps moving.
Lomax keeping full guard, as Murhapuro tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lomax seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Lomax keeping full guard, as Murhapuro tries to pass.
Murhapuro passes Lomax's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is working for a submission of some sort. #T2##SUB2#
Murhapuro 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#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is working for a submission of some sort. #T3#
Murhapuro tries to pass the half guard into mount. Lomax knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Lomax knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Murhapuro on the ground.#SUB2#
Murhapuro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Murhapuro seems to be working for a kimura but Lomax defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Murhapuro seems to be working for a kimura but Lomax defends the submission attempt.#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.
Murhapuro trying to mount his opponent but Lomax defends it. #SUB2#
Murhapuro trying to work for an americana but Lomax has managed to regain full guard.
Murhapuro wants to pass the guard but Lomax is keeping the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Murhapuro has gone for a leg lock! Lomax slips out almost immediately though and dives into Murhapuro's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Murhapuro working for a triangle but Lomax defends it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Pauke Murhapuro will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Murhapuro stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Murhapuro checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Lomax rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Murhapuro counters with a stiff right hand.
Lomax looks to throw the jab but Murhapuro is out of range.
Murhapuro throws a series of strikes that have Lomax backpedaling.
Murhapuro goes for a double leg but Lomax avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Lomax continues to drive forward.
Murhapuro throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Lomax counters with a stiff right hand.
Lomax looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lomax takes one to the side of the head.
Murhapuro throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Lomax cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Murhapuro misses with a straight left.
Murhapuro throws a head kick that half lands. #T1#
A good leg kick by Lomax.
Lomax avoids a kick to the body.
A bone on bone clash there as Lomax blocks the leg kick.
Murhapuro tries a head kick but it misses.
Murhapuro takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut. Lomax saw that one coming.
Lomax is looking to counter punch.
Lomax lands a head shot.
Murhapuro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lomax lands a nice looking kick to the body. Murhapuro takes a step back to recover.
Murhapuro does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Lomax tried to counter with a leg kick but Murhapuro avoided it.
Lomax lands the left hand.
Lomax lands a right hook to the body.
Murhapuro throws a poor cross that misses
and Murhapuro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lomax connects with a body shot.
Lomax throws a half hearted mid kick.
Vincent Lomax has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Murhapuro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lomax.
Lomax was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Murhapuro chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lomax can pounce on him.
Lomax fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.
Lomax swings for the body but Murhapuro moves out of range.
Lomax tries to land a front kick but Murhapuro steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lomax tries to move into range but Murhapuro moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lomax throws a low kick, looking for Murhapuro's leg but Murhapuro calmly moves out of range.
Murhapuro throws a lazy uppercut
and Lomax counters with a straight right hand.
Lomax throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murhapuro moves out of range of the body kick from Lomax.
Murhapuro looks to land a left hand but Lomax moved out of range nicely.
Lomax pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Murhapuro looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lomax misses with a looping right.#T3#
Murhapuro misses with a straight left.
Murhapuro throws an overhand right that lands on Lomax's shoulder, as Lomax tries to avoid the shot.
Murhapuro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lomax moves away.
Lomax is looking to counter with a body kick.
Lomax looks to land a right hand but Murhapuro moved out of range.
Lomax backing away here, and Murhapuro unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Murhapuro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murhapuro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lomax.
Lomax staying out of range there.
Murhapuro moves in looking to clinch but Lomax pushes him off.
Lomax scores with a jab. Murhapuro acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Murhapuro bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Murhapuro looks to score with a jab to the body but Lomax is just out of range.
Lomax avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lomax swings for the body but Murhapuro moves out of range.
Pauke Murhapuro is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Lomax avoids a kick to the body.
Lomax scores with a jab to the body.
Murhapuro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lomax moves away.
Murhapuro throws the kick towards the body but Lomax avoids it.
Murhapuro ducks under a wild hook from Lomax.
A leg kick checked by Lomax.
Murhapuro connects with an inside leg kick.
Lomax checks a leg kick nicely.
Murhapuro misses with a straight right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good standup being displayed there by Murhapuro as he connects with a hook.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lomax.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lomax - that will leave a mark!
Lomax throws a hook but Murhapuro avoids it easily.
Murhapuro throws out a counter right but Lomax avoids it with no problem.
Lomax throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Murhapuro stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vincent Lomax showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Murhapuro 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 John Mangel scores the fight 28:29
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 28:29
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pauke Murhapuro!
Vincent Lomax was interviewed post fight and said 'God dammit'.

Event: SYN 823 Garuda vs. Po
Date: Aug 14, 2021

#R1#
Murhapuro gets cracked there but stands up to it.
We've been told by Murhapuro's head coaches at RÃ¤kÃ¤lÃ¤ that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Murhapuro misses with a hook to the body
and Inarritu counters with a nice leg kick.
A cross from Murhapuro lands.
Inarritu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murhapuro was well out of range. Poor timing from Inarritu.
Murhapuro fails with the takedown
and Inarritu counters with an outside leg kick.
Donk. Murhapuro catches Inarritu right on the button with a cross.
Murhapuro throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #CUT#It looks like Felix Inarritu has been cut.
Inarritu checks a leg kick.
Murhapuro misses with a left hand
and Inarritu counters with a straight right hand.
Murhapuro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Inarritu.
Murhapuro misses with a wild body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Murhapuro cracks a nice hook into Inarritu's ribs.
Inarritu scores with a jab.
Murhapuro lunges at Inarritu with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Inarritu's hand. #T1#
Inarritu throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Murhapuro counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Inarritu thinking.
Inarritu walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Murhapuro has his takedown stuffed
and Inarritu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Murhapuro with a nice calf kick.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Murhapuro connects with a crisp jab.
Murhapuro misses with a straight left.
Inarritu throws out a counter right but Murhapuro avoids it with no problem.
Inarritu ducks under a wild hook from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro misses with a right hand
and Inarritu counters with a straight right hand.
Murhapuro throws an overhand right that lands on Inarritu's shoulder, as Inarritu tries to avoid the shot.
Murhapuro misses with a combination
and Inarritu counters with a nice low kick that buckles Murhapuro's knee momentarily.
Inarritu has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Inarritu loads up on a big right hand but Murhapuro slips the punch.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Murhapuro. Inarritu does a little dance to reset his feet.
And Inarritu responds with a good body kick, but Murhapuro manages to step out the way in time.
Inarritu misses with an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Inarritu displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Murhapuro.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pauke Murhapuro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Inarritu looks to land a body kick but Murhapuro moved away.#TD#
Murhapuro closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Inarritu to the mat! Inarritu manages to get full guard.
Inarritu wants to sweep here but Murhapuro controlling him for the moment.
Murhapuro trying to control but Inarritu is working from the bottom.
Murhapuro is pushing down on Inarritu's leg trying to pass to half guard. Inarritu is fighting to maintain full guard but Murhapuro has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Murhapuro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T3#
Murhapuro tries to pass the half guard into mount. Inarritu knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Inarritu slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Murhapuro has gone for a leg lock! Inarritu slips out almost immediately though and dives into Murhapuro's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Murhapuro throws his legs up looking for a submission but Inarritu uses it to pass to side control.
Murhapuro tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.#T4#
Inarritu content just to control the position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Murhapuro has given up his back here.
Inarritu has the hooks in. Murhapuro is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Murhapuro trying to control the hands but Inarritu won't let him.
Inarritu is riding his opponent, not letting Murhapuro buck him off.
Inarritu is trying to stick to Murhapuro's back but Murhapuro is turning into Inarritu. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Inarritu's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro looking to pass the guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Pauke Murhapuro will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Felix Inarritu's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A slow jab from Murhapuro misses its intended target.
Inarritu connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT2#It looks like Pauke Murhapuro has been cut.
Murhapuro takes one to the side of the head.
Murhapuro lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Inarritu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Murhapuro swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Inarritu counters with a low kick, right behind Murhapuro 's knee.
Inarritu moves forwards but Murhapuro connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Murhapuro scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Pauke Murhapuro is winning the standup battle so far.
Murhapuro misses the body punch
and Inarritu counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A slow jab from Murhapuro misses its intended target.
Inarritu doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#KD2#
Inarritu sends Murhapuro crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Inarritu is motioning to the referee to let Murhapuro up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Murhapuro displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Inarritu throws out the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Murhapuro misses the target.
Inarritu just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Inarritu moves out of range of the leg kick from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro lands an overhand right.
Murhapuro takes a swing at Inarritu's ribcage but misses. #KD2#
Inarritu lands a left and a right that send Murhapuro crashing to the mat, dazed. Inarritu thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Murhapuro is rocked!
Inarritu finds Murhapuro's off switch, with a big overhand right that connects perfectly to the side of the head! Murhapuro flops back against the cage, eyes gazing into the distance. Inarritu lands an unnecessary shot before the referee has time to step in and end the fight. Brutal stuff but I'm sure Murhapuro will be OK.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Felix Inarritu!
After winning the bout, Felix Inarritu thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: SYN 815 Zulu vs. Kerr III
Date: Jul 17, 2021

#R1#
Cruz Jr throws a right and a left that both miss.
Cruz Jr looks for the body kick but Murhapuro saw that one coming.
Murhapuro wants to counter with a clinch but Cruz Jr pushes him away.
Murhapuro swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Cruz Jr.
Murhapuro throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Cruz Jr is looking to counter with head kicks.#CL2#
Murhapuro fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Cruz Jr, pushing him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruz Jr jumps guard but Murhapuro turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
I was talking to Cruz Jr's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Cruz Jr tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Murhapuro just stands there and leans against the cage.
Murhapuro scores with a shoulder strike.
Murhapuro scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short uppercut from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T1#
Cruz Jr jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Murhapuro walks away with a smile on his face. Cruz Jr gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jorge Cruz Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That kick from Murhapuro tenderised Cruz Jr's leg. Cruz Jr is trying to keep his angry face on.
Cruz Jr misses with a head kick.
Murhapuro appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Cruz Jr lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Cruz Jr misses with a straight left.
Murhapuro keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cruz Jr.
Murhapuro misses with a takedown attempt
and Cruz Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Murhapuro on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T2#
Cruz Jr on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Cruz Jr moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Murhapuro fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Cruz Jr.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Murhapuro drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Murhapuro is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Cruz Jr keeping moving, preventing Murhapuro from controlling successfully. #T3#
Murhapuro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Murhapuro looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Cruz Jr keeping moving, preventing Murhapuro from controlling successfully.
Murhapuro passes into half guard.
Murhapuro tries to pass to full mount but Cruz Jr defends it. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Murhapuro is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Cruz Jr has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Cruz Jr is just riding it out for now. Murhapuro eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is working for a kimura but Cruz Jr is defending it quite comfortably.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cruz Jr is trying to stand up here but Murhapuro is controlling him well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Murhapuro uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cruz Jr.
Murhapuro throws a lazy right hand but Cruz Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cruz Jr throws a quick counter head kick but Murhapuro was just out of range.
Cruz Jr missing with a left hand there. Murhapuro was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A little jabbing left from Murhapuro on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jorge Cruz Jr is winning the standup battle so far.
Murhapuro throws a nice inside leg kick.
Murhapuro throws a hook to the side of Cruz Jr's head but Cruz Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cruz Jr is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro throws a jab when Cruz Jr was well out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Cruz Jr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Murhapuro swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Cruz Jr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1##KD#
Cruz Jr lands a big head kick that sends Murhapuro tumbling to the mat! Cruz Jr takes a step backwards and waves Murhapuro back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Murhapuro is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Pauke Murhapuro has been cut.
and Cruz Jr counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Murhapuro! He's just covering up as Cruz Jr starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jorge Cruz Jr!
Jorge Cruz Jr decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: SYN 808 Whymer vs. Number II
Date: Jun 26, 2021

#R1#
Nice defenses there by Kerr.
Murhapuro misses with a looping right.
Kerr slips under a jab.
Murhapuro looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kerr throws a lazy right hand but Murhapuro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Murhapuro misses with a hook.
Kerr walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Murhapuro misses with a left hand
and Kerr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kerr fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Murhapuro looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kerr is defended easily by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Murhapuro staying out of range there.
Pauke Murhapuro is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Murhapuro ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Murhapuro misses with a right hand
and Kerr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kerr thuds a left hand into Murhapuro's body.
A swing and a miss from Murhapuro.
Kerr is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Murhapuro with a body shot.
Kerr lands with a right hand.
Kerr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Murhapuro.
Kerr now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Murhapuro slips under a jab.
Kerr throws a head kick but Murhapuro moves out of range.
Kerr misses with a right hand
and Kerr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Murhapuro throws out a powerful jab.
Kerr missing with a left hand there. Murhapuro was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kerr blocks a low kick nicely.
Murhapuro is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Murhapuro throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kerr looks to throw the jab but Murhapuro is out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Murhapuro misses the target.
Kerr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kerr misses with a looping left.
A little feinted left hand from Murhapuro on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kerr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kerr bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Murhapuro's head backwards.
Kerr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Murhapuro.#T3#
Murhapuro lands with a good body shot.
Mark Kerr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Murhapuro thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kerr throws a counter combo.
Murhapuro pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Murhapuro's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kerr under the eye.
Kerr looks to land a right hand but Murhapuro moved out of range.
No joy there for Kerr, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Murhapuro throwing a counter right hand but Kerr manages to avoid it.
Kerr blocks a jab.
Murhapuro misses with a head kick.
Kerr throws a right hand that Murhapuro ducks under and follows up with a left that Murhapuro also avoids with ease.
Murhapuro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kerr.#T4#
Kerr slips a straight right by Murhapuro.
A big left from Murhapuro misses.
Kerr thuds a left hand into Murhapuro's body.
Kerr jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kerr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Murhapuro avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Murhapuro swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A slow jab from Kerr misses its intended target.
Some bone on bone action there as Kerr checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kerr misses with a left hand
and Murhapuro counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice body punch from Kerr.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mark Kerr dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Kerr defending well as Murhapuro loads up on a big left hand.
Murhapuro scores with a hook.
Murhapuro lands a front kick.
Murhapuro slips a jab and a cross from Kerr.
Murhapuro getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kerr connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Murhapuro momentarily.
Murhapuro looks to land a body kick but Kerr moved away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kerr misses with the combination.
Kerr throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T1#
Kerr moves away from the strike by Murhapuro.
Despite the aggression on Kerr's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Some wild striking there from Kerr.
Kerr throws the left hand but Murhapuro avoids the punch easily.
Kerr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Murhapuro counters with a right hand to the body.
Mark Kerr is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Murhapuro showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kerr.
Kerr takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Murhapuro steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kerr.
Murhapuro throwing a counter right hand but Kerr manages to avoid it.#T2#
Murhapuro misses with a looping left.
Kerr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murhapuro was well out of range. Poor timing from Kerr.
Murhapuro throws a looping overhand right but Kerr ducks down to avoid it.
Kerr throws a hook but Murhapuro avoids it easily.
Nice body kick there by Murhapuro.
Kerr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kerr is breathing heavily.
Murhapuro thumps Kerr with a low kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Murhapuro lands the left hand.
Kerr throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Murhapuro looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Murhapuro lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash. #T3#
Kerr takes one to the side of the head.
Murhapuro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kerr throws a counter combo.
Kerr looks to land a right hand but Murhapuro moved out of range.
Murhapuro fakes the leg kick and cracks Kerr in the body.
Murhapuro lands with a shot to the body.
Murhapuro bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kerr's head backwards.
Murhapuro throws a sloppy body shot
and Kerr counters with a series of strikes. Murhapuro will be more careful next time no doubt.
Kerr scores with a punch to the head.
Murhapuro uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kerr.#T4#
Murhapuro lands a really nice looking cross but Kerr seems unphased.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kerr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
No joy there for Kerr, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
It looked like Murhapuro wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Murhapuro misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kerr throws a sloppy head kick and Murhapuro moves out of range easily.
Murhapuro misses with a looping left.
Kerr throws a counter combo.
Kerr fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Murhapuro thuds a left hand into Kerr's body.
A big left from Murhapuro misses.
Murhapuro looks to land a left hand but Kerr moved out of range nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Murhapuro swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kerr makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Decent striking displayed by Murhapuro there.#TD2#
Kerr darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Kerr scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB#
Murhapuro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kerr pulls his head out easily.
Kerr missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Murhapuro trying to control but Kerr postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro tries to roll over but Kerr keeps him under control.
Nice strikes from Kerr there.
Kerr takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Murhapuro is looking to control Kerr's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Murhapuro avoid being mounted?#T1#
Murhapuro is staying active underneath Kerr, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kerr is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB#
Murhapuro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Kerr seems content to control.#SUB#
Murhapuro actively working from the bottom here.
Kerr scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Murhapuro is positioning himself well to prevent Kerr advancing to mount.
Murhapuro is trying to get back to full guard.
Kerr wants to take a breather but Murhapuro is having none of it. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Murhapuro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Murhapuro has hold of Kerr's hands but Kerr slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB#
Murhapuro actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Murhapuro trying to hold on to Kerr's head to control him but Kerr postures up.
Nice strikes from Kerr there.
Kerr is looking to take a break and control but Murhapuro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kerr is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Murhapuro tries to hold on but Kerr pushes him away.
Murhapuro is trying to escape the mount.
Kerr looking to control but Murhapuro is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Murhapuro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Kerr is landing with some decent strikes but Murhapuro is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Murhapuro in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Kerr controlling his opponent.
Kerr is landing with some decent strikes but Murhapuro is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Kerr working the ground and pound effectively.
Kerr scoring with strikes but Murhapuro is staying in there.
Murhapuro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kerr trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Murhapuro tries to hold on but Kerr postures up.
Kerr lands a couple of good shots and Murhapuro has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#T4#
Murhapuro trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Murhapuro is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Murhapuro trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kerr trying to control.
Murhapuro trying to control the position but Kerr manages to sink in the hooks.
Kerr softening up his opponent with strikes here.
Murhapuro can't escape the position.
Kerr gets his hands free as Murhapuro looks to control.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Kerr controlling the positon.
Murhapuro trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Kerr scores with strikes from the back.
Murhapuro is trying to break free.
Murhapuro trying to control the position but Kerr manages to sink in the hooks.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mark Kerr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kerr 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mark Kerr!
After the fight, Mark Kerr 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: SYN 800 Monkey vs. Divisek
Date: May 30, 2021

#R1#
Murhapuro stuns Lemieux with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Murhapuro needs to keep his hands up - Lemieux had a free shot at his head there.#CUT#It looks like Pauke Murhapuro has been cut.
Lemieux moves out of range of the body kick from Murhapuro.
Lemieux went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Nice shot by Lemieux.
Lemieux takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Murhapuro tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lemieux tries to close the distance and clinch but Murhapuro swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Murhapuro ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro scoring well with a low kick there.
Murhapuro moves out of range of the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Murhapuro on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A big left from Murhapuro misses. #T1#
Murhapuro looks to throw the jab but Lemieux is out of range.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick that is checked#KD#
and Lemieux counters with a crisp right hand that drops Murhapuro! Lemieux lets Murhapuro back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Murhapuro pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vincent Lemieux is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#KD#
Lemieux cracks Murhapuro with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Murhapuro looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Lemieux finish him?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Murhapuro dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Murhapuro darts in and clinches Lemieux up against the cage.
Lemieux working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Murhapuro.
Lemieux struggles to land a body shot inside as Murhapuro controls his hands.
Lemieux lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T2#
Murhapuro tries to throw a body punch but Lemieux avoids it by throwing Murhapuro back against the cage.
Lemieux lands with a right to the head.
Lemieux lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Murhapuro tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lemieux avoids it.
Still in the clinch, Lemieux scores with a nice short uppercut.#TD2#
Murhapuro has clasped his hands together around Lemieux's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
You can see the frustration on Lemieux's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#ES#
Lemieux explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Lemieux uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lemieux moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Murhapuro lands with an overhand left.
Lemieux displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Murhapuro. #T3#
Murhapuro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lemieux lands a head shot.
Lemieux lands a nice looking body shot. #KD#
Lemieux cracks Murhapuro with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Lemieux has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Murhapuro to stand back up!#ROC#Murhapuro is rocked!
Lemieux lands a jab to Murhapuro's midsection.
Murhapuro is still on wobbly legs! Can Lemieux finish him?
Murhapuro looks winded!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Murhapuro blocks a jab.
Murhapuro is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Murhapuro seems to have recovered his senses.
Lemieux moves out of range as Murhapuro strikes.
Lemieux was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Murhapuro doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T4#
Murhapuro uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lemieux.
Murhapuro ducks under a wild hook from Lemieux.
Murhapuro tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Lemieux swings widly with a right hand
and Lemieux takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lemieux throws a predictable looking body shot
and Murhapuro counters with a lovely shot to the body.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Lemieux enables Murhapuro to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Lemieux manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Murhapuro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lemieux is keeping the position for now.
Murhapuro trying to control but Lemieux is working from the bottom.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Lemieux dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Pauke Murhapuro'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.#R2#
Murhapuro throws out a loose jab but Lemieux uses good head movement to avoid it.
A jab lands there for Lemieux.
Lemieux takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Murhapuro avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Murhapuro! But no joy.
Lemieux scores with a body shot.
Lemieux looks to land a right hand but Murhapuro moved out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lemieux swings widly with a right hand
and Murhapuro counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Some bone on bone action there as Lemieux checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Murhapuro moves out of range as Lemieux strikes.#T1#
Lemieux throws a lazy uppercut
and Murhapuro counters with a slapping leg kick.
Vincent Lemieux seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lemieux throws a poor cross that misses
and Murhapuro counters with a right hand to the body.
Lemieux misses with a straight right.
Murhapuro cracks Lemieux with an open hand slap.
Lemieux misses with a looping left.
Lemieux looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lemieux on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Murhapuro. Murhapuro obviously looking to wear him down.
Lemieux stuffs the takedown attempt from Murhapuro. Murhapuro gets slowly back to his feet. #T2#
Murhapuro loads up on a big right hand but Lemieux slips the punch.
Murhapuro lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lemieux throws a hook to the side of Murhapuro's head but Murhapuro sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lemieux fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.
Lemieux scores with a jab. Murhapuro acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #TD2#
Lemieux gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Murhapuro looking to pass the guard.
Lemieux pulls Murhapuro in close to prevent any damage. #T3#
Lemieux keeping moving, preventing Murhapuro from controlling successfully.
Murhapuro is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Murhapuro controlling from the top position.
Murhapuro is fighting to break Lemieux's control of his arms but Lemieux is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Lemieux is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Murhapuro moves away from the strike by Lemieux.
Lemieux has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Murhapuro.
A telegraphed right hand from Lemieux misses the target.
Lemieux misses with a right hand
letting Murhapuro counter with a right hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Murhapuro slips under a jab.
Lemieux throws out a loose jab but Murhapuro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murhapuro doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Pauke Murhapuro's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Lemieux lands with a straight right. Murhapuro didn't see that one coming.
A shot to the body from Lemieux misses
enabling Murhapuro to counter with a crisp jab.
Lemieux is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Murhapuro can do to turn this around?
Murhapuro with a jab.
Lemieux throws a shot from downtown. Murhapuro moves away and avoids it.
Vincent Lemieux is winning the standup battle so far.
Murhapuro tries to move into range but Lemieux moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Murhapuro connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lemieux. Lemieux circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lemieux throws an off balance right hand
and Murhapuro scores with a counter punch that sends Lemieux to the canvas! Murhapuro smells blood - he's punishing Lemieux with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Lemieux has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: SYN Supernova XI
Date: Apr 25, 2021

#R1#
Murhapuro shoots in looking for a takedown but Raper manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Murhapuro's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A jab from Raper misses.
Raper scores with a decent looking hook.
Raper scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Raper throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut #KD#
and Raper counters with a crisp right hand that drops Murhapuro! Raper lets Murhapuro back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#CUT#It looks like Pauke Murhapuro has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Raper throws a quick inside leg kick.
Murhapuro ducks under a wild hook from Raper.#KD#
Raper cracks Murhapuro with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Murhapuro looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Raper finish him? #ROC#Murhapuro is rocked!
Murhapuro tries to get into range but Raper steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Murhapuro! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Raper scores the big KO victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Biff Raper!
An out of breath Biff Raper thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Syn Maluga vs Spike
Date: Apr 10, 2021

#R1#
Murhapuro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Knox.
A little jabbing left from Murhapuro on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Murhapuro with a nice calf kick.
A punch lands to the side of Murhapuro 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Knox scores with a crisp jab that stopped Murhapuro in his tracks.
Knox misses the jab.
Knox stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Murhapuro.
Knox has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Underground Rio in the buildup to the fight.
Murhapuro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Murhapuro. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Knox knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Knox prevents Murhapuro from improving position. #T1##SUB2#
Murhapuro looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Knox knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Murhapuro wants to control but Knox is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Murhapuro tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Murhapuro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Knox knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Knox tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Murhapuro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Knox knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Knox is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T3##SUB2#
Murhapuro tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Knox can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Murhapuro in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Knox is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Pauke Murhapuro!
Yardbird Knox spoke after the fight, saying 'If you haven't lost in this sport, you haven't fought the right guys yet. (Matt Hughes) '.

Event: Syn Maluga vs Piano 2
Date: Mar 21, 2021

#R1#
Spike throws a leg kick which misses Murhapuro's front leg but catches the back leg as Murhapuro tries to avoid it.
Spike jabs Murhapuro to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Murhapuro ducks under a wild hook from Spike.
A counter left hand to the body from Murhapuro misses its target.
Spike swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Murhapuro counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Murhapuro tries to clinch but Spike moves out of range.
Spike is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.#CL2#
Spike has taken the fight to the clinch.
Nice body punch from Spike.
A right hand to the body from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Murhapuro doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Still in the clinch, Murhapuro scores with a nice short uppercut.
Spike misses with a hook from the clinch.
Spike scores with a shot to the side of Murhapuro's head.
Spike prevents the takedown attempt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Spike working hard to break the clinch.
Murhapuro softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Spike lands a right hand that snaps the head of Murhapuro backwards.
Spike doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T1#
Murhapuro swings wildly with an uppercut but Spike uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short left from Murhapuro.
Spike misses with a short punch on the inside.
Murhapuro 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.
Spike misses with a body punch.
Spike misses with a hook from the clinch.
Murhapuro misses with a short punch on the inside.
Murhapuro has Spike pushed against the cage.
Murhapuro struggles to land a body shot inside as Spike controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Spike fails to land.
Murhapuro scores with a shoulder strike.
Spike working hard to break the clinch.
Murhapuro slowing the pace effectively.
Spike misses with a hook to the ribs.
Murhapuro scores with a shoulder strike.
Murhapuro misses with a short punch on the inside.
Murhapuro throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Spikes head.
Spike is trying to break free.#T2#
Murhapuro lands a right hand.
Spike swings wildly with an uppercut but Murhapuro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murhapuro goes for a takedown in the clinch but Spike prevents it.
Murhapuro misses with the head strike.
Murhapuro has Spike pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Spike manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pauke Murhapuro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Murhapuro blocks an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Spike works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC2#
Spike breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Spike throws a series of punches but Murhapuro avoids them all with ease.
Some wild striking there from Spike.
Spike misses with a double jab
and Murhapuro counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Spike rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Murhapuro to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Spike misses with a hook
and Murhapuro counters with a nice leg kick.
Spike misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murhapuro.
Spike tries to bum rush Murhapuro with a series of wild strikes but Murhapuro uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Spike with the inside leg kick.
Sunray Spike is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spike on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Murhapuro. Murhapuro obviously looking to wear him down.
Murhapuro throws a jab when Spike was well out of range.
Spike with a nice calf kick.
Spike looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nice shot by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Spike.
Spike does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A shot to the liver by Murhapuro. Beautiful body shot.#T4#
Spike tries to move into range but Murhapuro moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Murhapuro misses with a few strikes there.
Spike is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Sunray Spike seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spike fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Murhapuro has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Spike throws a shot from downtown. Murhapuro moves away and avoids it.
Murhapuro feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Murhapuro thows a body kick. Spike tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Spike lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Spike fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Murhapuro checks it well.
Murhapuro takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Spike tries to clinch up.
Murhapuro tries to counter with a takedown but Spike is quick to defend against it.
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 Pauke Murhapuro will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Spike misses with a few strikes there.
Spike throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Spike connects with a body shot that sends Murhapuro's belly button to the back.
Spike swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Murhapuro throws a jab but it's blocked by Spike.
Spike throws out a loose jab but Murhapuro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murhapuro appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Spike swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Murhapuro makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Sunray Spike seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Spike swings away with a body shot that misses
and Murhapuro counters with a stiff right hand.
Spike throws a combination that misses
and Murhapuro counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spike throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Murhapuro to counter with a crisp jab.
Spike throws a head kick that misses
and Murhapuro counters with a nice body kick.
A low kick from Spike misses
and Spike takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Spike buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Spike swings for the body but Murhapuro moves out of range.
Murhapuro drops down looking for a counter takedown but Spike sprawls and moves away.
Spike lands with a nice body punch.
Murhapuro takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Murhapuro tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A shot to the body from Spike misses
enabling Murhapuro to counter with a crisp jab.
Spike fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
An inside leg kick from Spike misses.
Spike tries a head kick but it misses.
Murhapuro's corner calls for a 1-2. Murhapuro obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Spike buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
The crowd cheers as Murhapuro lands an impressive looking overhand right. Spike doesn't seem phased though.#T2#
Murhapuro takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Murhapuro misses the shot to the body.
Spike will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Spike throws an overhand right that lands on Murhapuro's shoulder, as Murhapuro tries to avoid the shot.
Murhapuro lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Spike wants to land a leg kick but Murhapuro is out of range.
Spike throws a body punch but Murhapuro moves out of range.
Spike avoids the head kick by Murhapuro.
A little jabbing left from Spike on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Spike is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Murhapuro rather than just go for the knockout.
Spike ducks under a wild hook from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro is looking to land body kicks.
A decent looking cross lands there for Spike.
Murhapuro avoids the head kick by Spike. #T3#
A jab lands there for Spike.
Murhapuro avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It looked like Murhapuro wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Spike will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Murhapuro takes one on the button.#CL2#
Spike has managed to clinch.
Spike has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Murhapuro seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Spike can turn it around.
Pauke Murhapuro has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Murhapuro tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD#
Murhapuro has Spike pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Murhapuro pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Spike tumbling to the mat - Murhapuro dives into Spike's guard.
Murhapuro looking to sit in guard and control but Spike gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Murhapuro wants to hit a sweep here but Spike passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Murhapuro there! #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murhapuro is looking to improve his position but Spike isn't that keen on the idea.
Murhapuro is working hard here to advance position.
Spike avoids the attempt from Murhapuro to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Murhapuro is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Murhapuro is wriggling around trying to escape.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sunray Spike will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Spike is looking to clinch.
Murhapuro doesn't manage to clinch there - Spike circles away.
Spike misses with a wild body shot.
Murhapuro half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Spike scoring well with a low kick there.
Murhapuro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Spike counters with a straight right hand.
Spike throws a body shot but no joy.
Spike scores with a decent looking hook.
Spike lands a slapping body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spike staying out of range there.
Spike misses with a head kick.
Spike jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Murhapuro steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Spike.#T1#
Spike with the inside leg kick.
Spike with a nice calf kick.
Spike jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Spike throws a lazy uppercut
letting Murhapuro counter with a right hand.
A big left from Murhapuro misses.
Spike moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Spike throws a leg kick but Murhapuro sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Murhapuro is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Spike misses with a straight left.
Spike throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Murhapuro.
Spike looks to score with a jab to the body but Murhapuro is just out of range.
Spike avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Murhapuro slips under a jab.
Spike throws the left hand but Murhapuro avoids the punch easily.
A jab from Spike misses.
Spike pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Murhapuro back to the cage. Spike follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Spike throws the left hand but Murhapuro avoids the punch easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Spike throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Murhapuro stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Spike throws a body shot but no joy.
Murhapuro swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Murhapuro is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Spike throws a front kick aimed at Murhapuro's knee but Murhapuro avoids it well.
Murhapuro checks a low kick from Spike.
Spike throws a lazy right hand but Murhapuro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Murhapuro is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Murhapuro lands a leg kick that knocks Spike off balance momentarily.#T3#
Spike throws a right hand that misses
and Spike takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Spike throws a poor cross that misses
and Murhapuro counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Spike ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murhapuro moves away.
Murhapuro blocks a head kick by Spike.
Spike swings widly with a right hand #KD#
and Murhapuro counters with a flying knee that drops Spike!
Spike takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Murhapuro wants to pass the guard but Spike is keeping the position.#SUB#
Murhapuro drops back, looking for a kneebar! Spike looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Spike looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Spike! #REVB#
Murhapuro wants to control but Spike postures up.#T4#
Murhapuro gets back to half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Spike in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Murhapuro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Spike pulls his head out easily.
Murhapuro is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Murhapuro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Murhapuro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Murhapuro wants to improve his position but Spike is controlling well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sunray Spike comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Spike 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Sunray Spike!
In his post fight interview, Sunray Spike started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: TBD Tokyo
Date: Mar 12, 2021

#R1#
Paulin throws a body shot but no joy.
Paulin misses with a hook.
Paulin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro slips a jab from Paulin.
Murhapuro is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Murhapuro blocks a head kick by Paulin.
Murhapuro thinks about the counter body kick.
Paulin has been working on his boxing with his coaches at House of 1000 Corpses in the buildup to the fight.
Paulin scores with a kick to the midsection.
Paulin takes a swing at Murhapuro's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Murhapuro moves into range and clinches up with Paulin.
Murhapuro has a couple of punches blocked by Paulin.
A short right from Murhapuro.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Paulin scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Murhapuro drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Murhapuro misses with the head strike.
Paulin just leaning against Murhapuro, taking a breather. #T1##TD2#
Murhapuro manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Paulin not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Paulin wants to get up but he can't break Murhapuro's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Paulin has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Paulin stopping the sweep attempt from Murhapuro.#SUB2#
Murhapuro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Paulin defends it easily.#SUB2#
Murhapuro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is looking to cinch up a triangle. Paulin throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Murhapuro's body to avoid the submission. Murhapuro has instead reached around Paulin's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Murhapuro arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: SFL 46 | Taneyev vs Murhapuro
Date: Feb 07, 2021

#R1#
Murhapuro throws a head kick that misses #KD#
and Taneyev counters with a head kick that drops Murhapuro to the mat! Murhapuro scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!
Murhapuro dives in for a single leg takedown but Taneyev sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Taneyev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Murhapuro follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Murhapuro lands an overhand right.
Murhapuro scores with a punch to the head.
A big left from Murhapuro misses.
Taneyev looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
A cross from Murhapuro lands.
Murhapuro misses with a takedown
and Taneyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Taneyev lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Murhapuro blocks a head kick by Taneyev.
Valentin Taneyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Murhapuro dives in for a single leg takedown but Taneyev sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Taneyev was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Valentin Taneyev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pauke Murhapuro.
Taneyev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Murhapuro misses with a left hand
and Taneyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Murhapuro has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Taneyev slips under a jab from Murhapuro.
Taneyev swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Murhapuro jabs Taneyev right on the nose. Taneyev blinks but takes it well.
Some bone on bone action there as Taneyev checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T2#
A leg kick checked by Taneyev.
Taneyev slips under a jab from Murhapuro.#KD#
Taneyev lands a big head kick that sends Murhapuro tumbling to the mat! Taneyev takes a step backwards and waves Murhapuro back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Murhapuro staying out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Murhapuro on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Murhapuro throws a jab but it's blocked by Taneyev.
Taneyev definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Murhapuro feints and then cracks Taneyev's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Taneyev down.
Murhapuro throws a lazy uppercut #KD#
and Taneyev counters with a crisp right hand that drops Murhapuro! Taneyev lets Murhapuro back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Murhapuro is rocked!
A slow jab from Murhapuro misses its intended target.
Murhapuro misses with a hook.#T3#
Murhapuro lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Murhapuro scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Taneyev doesn't seem bothered though.
Murhapuro swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Murhapuro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Taneyev moves away.
Taneyev thinks about countering with a head kick.
A nice leg kick from Murhapuro, right into the meat of the thigh.
Taneyev misses with a straight right.
Murhapuro throws out a counter right but Taneyev avoids it with no problem.
Murhapuro lands a really nice looking cross but Taneyev seems unphased.
Murhapuro misses the shot to the body.
Taneyev throws a counter high kick but Murhapuro was just alert enough to avoid it.#T4#
Murhapuro fails with a takedown attempt.
It looked like Taneyev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Taneyev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Murhapuro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Taneyev.
Taneyev is looking to counter punch.
Murhapuro lands a jab.
Murhapuro throws a hook but Taneyev avoids it easily.
Murhapuro fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Valentin Taneyev 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#
The fighters circle momentarily. Murhapuro darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
An inside leg kick lands from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro motions for Taneyev to come forward. Murhapuro throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Taneyev slips a jab and a cross from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Taneyev looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Taneyev closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taneyev has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Murhapuro finds it's way round the side to connect with Taneyev's head.
Murhapuro lands a slapping body shot.
Murhapuro throws a combination. Taneyev tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#T1#
Taneyev ducks under a wild hook from Murhapuro.
Taneyev is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A low kick from Murhapuro is predictable there
and Taneyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Murhapuro scores with a nice strike.
Murhapuro misses with a jab to the body
and Taneyev counters with a straight right hand.
Jab, jab by Murhapuro - just one landing.
A swing and a miss from Murhapuro.
Taneyev is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Murhapuro tests Taneyev's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Murhapuro throws a lazy body kick
and Taneyev counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Murhapuro ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Murhapuro shoots in but no luck this time.
Taneyev throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Murhapuro counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
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!
Murhapuro thuds his right hand into Taneyev's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Murhapuro misses with a low kick.
A low kick from Murhapuro is predictable there
and Taneyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Taneyev checks a leg kick.
Taneyev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
A good leg kick by Murhapuro.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be getting the better of the standup.#KD2#
Murhapuro drops Taneyev with a nice combination! Murhapuro dives into Taneyev's guard, looking to finish!
Taneyev wants to stand up but Murhapuro is controlling him. #SUB2#
Murhapuro drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Murhapuro jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Murhapuro trying to control the position from guard on top but Taneyev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Murhapuro drops back looking for a leg! Taneyev is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Taneyev manages to kick Murhapuro off! Murhapuro jumps back into Taneyev's guard.
Taneyev is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T4#
Murhapuro trying to control the position from guard on top but Taneyev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Taneyev wants to stand and escape but Murhapuro is having none of it.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Taneyev takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Murhapuro connects with a leg kick.
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!
Murhapuro has his takedown stuffed
and Taneyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Taneyev moves out of range of the body kick.
Taneyev appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Murhapuro swings for the body but Taneyev moves out of range.
Taneyev is looking for a counter combo.
Murhapuro lands with an overhand left.
A big right from Murhapuro misses.
Murhapuro misses with a lunging right hand
and Taneyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Taneyev staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taneyev wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Murhapuro with a nice calf kick.#T1#
Taneyev looks to land a right hand but Murhapuro moved out of range.
Murhapuro throws out a counter right but Taneyev avoids it with no problem.
Murhapuro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Taneyev manages to avoid it.
Taneyev slips a jab from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Murhapuro dives in for a single leg takedown but Taneyev sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A quick step to the side and Taneyev tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Taneyev is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Murhapuro throws a hook to the side of Taneyev's head but Taneyev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Murhapuro scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd cheers as Murhapuro lands an impressive looking overhand right. Taneyev doesn't seem phased though.#T2#
Taneyev thows a left - swing and a miss!
Taneyev needs to keep his hands up - Murhapuro had a free shot at his head there.
Murhapuro misses with a straight left.
Taneyev is looking to counter punch.
Murhapuro scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Murhapuro rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Murhapuro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Murhapuro attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Taneyev looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Murhapuro stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Murhapuro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T3#
Taneyev throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Murhapuro.
Nice body punch from Murhapuro.
A telegraphed right hand from Murhapuro misses the target.
Taneyev was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Murhapuro connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Taneyev bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Murhapuro's head.#T4#
Murhapuro fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A big right from Murhapuro misses.
Murhapuro ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Murhapuro scores with a nice strike.
Murhapuro moves into range and connects with a jab.
Murhapuro throws a right and a left that Taneyev avoids nicely.
Taneyev appears to be looking for a big counter.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Taneyev bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#TD2#
Murhapuro closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: SFL 41 | Hopkins vs Johnson
Date: Jan 17, 2021

#R1#
Murhapuro looks to land a right hand but Kowalski moved out of range.
Kowalski throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Murhapuro stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A jab lands there for Murhapuro.
Murhapuro 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.
Murhapuro takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lenny Kowalski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Murhapuro misses with a hook. Kowalski ducked under it nicely.
Kowalski looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Murhapuro misses with a straight right.
A good leg kick by Murhapuro.
Kowalski connects with a looping right hand.
Kowalski scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Murhapuro has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kowalski finds it's way round the side to connect with Murhapuro's head.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut. Kowalski saw that one coming.
Murhapuro looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good standup being displayed there by Kowalski as he connects with a hook.
Murhapuro moves out of range of the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Murhapuro misses the target.
Kowalski slips under a jab from Murhapuro.
A clash of legs there as Kowalski blocks the low kick.#T1#
Murhapuro throws a body shot but no joy.
Murhapuro is looking to chop away at Kowalski's legs.
Kowalski looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Murhapuro misses with a straight right.
Kowalski swings for the body but Murhapuro moves out of range.
Kowalski is looking to slow Murhapuro down with leg kicks.
Kowalski moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kowalski looks to land a left hand but Murhapuro moved out of range nicely.
Murhapuro throws a shot from downtown. Kowalski moves away and avoids it.
Murhapuro keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kowalski lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kowalski misses with a body shot.
Murhapuro throwing a counter right hand but Kowalski manages to avoid it.
Kowalski jabs Murhapuro right on the nose. Murhapuro blinks but takes it well.
Murhapuro swings widly with a right hand
and Kowalski counters with a good low kick that Murhapuro was not able to check.
Murhapuro defending well as Kowalski loads up on a big left hand. #T2#
Murhapuro checks a low kick from Kowalski.
Murhapuro looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kowalski misses with a hook.
As Kowalski backs away, Murhapuro returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Murhapuro takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Murhapuro just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Murhapuro misses.
Murhapuro pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Murhapuro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kowalski was well out of range. Poor timing from Murhapuro.
Pauke Murhapuro is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kowalski throws a lazy uppercut
and Murhapuro counters with a leg kick.
Kowalski connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kowalski scores with a jab to the head.
Murhapuro ducks under a wild hook from Kowalski.
Murhapuro steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kowalski.
Murhapuro throws a poor cross that misses
and Kowalski counters with an outside leg kick.
Kowalski works Murhapuro's body with a nice hook.
Kowalski throws a lazy uppercut #KD#
and Murhapuro counters with a left and a right that hurts Kowalski! He wobbles and falls to the floor - he's in big trouble! Murhapuro jumps into full mount! #T3#
Murhapuro wants to control the pace but Kowalski is squirming around nicely.
Kowalski prevents Murhapuro from taking his back.#SUB#
Murhapuro goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Kowalski turns into him and now he's in Murhapuro's guard. #SUB#
Kowalski avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kowalski defends well.
Kowalski stays in close to Murhapuro's body and controls the position. #T4##SUB#
Murhapuro looking for a triangle here. Kowalski is fighting it but it looks tight! Murhapuro pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Kowalski is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: SFL 32 | Red Dawn
Date: Dec 12, 2020

#R1#
Babinski takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Babinski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice uppercut there from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gymi in the buildup to the fight.
Murhapuro dodges the punch combination from Babinski. #TD#
Murhapuro shoots in and gets a takedown into Babinski's guard.
Murhapuro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Babinski is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Murhapuro drops back looking for a leg! Babinski is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Babinski manages to kick Murhapuro off! Murhapuro jumps back into Babinski's guard.
Murhapuro advances position into side control!#SUB#
Murhapuro goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Babinski rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Murhapuro's guard! Nice work there by Babinski! #T1##SUB#
Murhapuro is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Murhapuro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Murhapuro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Murhapuro working for submissions but it's allowed Babinski to get to half guard.
Murhapuro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Babinski is working away from the top position though.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Babinski slows the pace down in half guard.
Murhapuro might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Murhapuro wants to control but Babinski is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SU2#
Babinski decides to stand and escape the position.
Donk. Murhapuro catches Babinski right on the button with a cross.#TD#
Murhapuro closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Murhapuro looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Babinski is defending against the submission attempts here by Murhapuro. #T3#
Babinski is positioning himself well to prevent Murhapuro advancing to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Murhapuro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Murhapuro is pressing down on Babinski's thigh, looking to free his foot. Babinski is holding on for now.
Murhapuro wants to control but Babinski is keeping him busy.
Murhapuro trying to pass the guard but Babinski defending well. #SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Babinski is staying active underneath Murhapuro, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Murhapuro looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Babinski trying to control here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Babinski takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Babinski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Murhapuro sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD#
Murhapuro darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.

Babinski makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Murhapuro looks to land a combination but Babinski avoids it well.
Babinski is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Murhapuro throws a nice outside leg kick.
Murhapuro tries to clinch but Babinski moves out of range.
Babinski throws a counter combo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Murhapuro throws a jab when Babinski was well out of range.
Murhapuro darts in trying to clinch
letting Babinski counter with a right hand. #T1#
Murhapuro throws a lazy head kick
and Murhapuro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Murhapuro lands a slapping body shot.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Murhapuro.
Babinski has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Murhapuro.
Jab, jab by Murhapuro - just one landing.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut. Babinski saw that one coming.
Murhapuro takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Babinski connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Murhapuro lands a leg kick that knocks Babinski off balance momentarily.
Murhapuro moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice straight punches there by Murhapuro. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Murhapuro.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Murhapuro cracks Babinski with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Murhapuro misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Murhapuro scores with a crisp jab that stopped Babinski in his tracks.
Babinski leaves Murhapuro with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Babinski takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Babinski has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Murhapuro.
Babinski has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Murhapuro lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Murhapuro is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Babinski can do to turn this around?
Murhapuro lands a glancing blow to the side of Babinski's head.
Babinski misses with a hook to the body
and Murhapuro counters with an outside leg kick.
Babinski misses with a right hand
and Murhapuro counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Murhapuro blocks a jab.
Babinski blocks a jab.
Murhapuro misses with a hook. Babinski ducked under it nicely.
It seemed like Babinski was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3#
Babinski throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#CL#
Murhapuro closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Babinski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Murhapuro throws a head kick that misses.
Babinski looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Murhapuro throws a lazy right hand but Babinski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Murhapuro loads up on a big right hand but Babinski slips the punch.
Babinski throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Murhapuro counters with a nice leg kick.
Babinski on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A head kick by Murhapuro misses
and Babinski counters with a straight right hand.
Murhapuro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It seemed like Babinski was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Murhapuro thows a leg kick but Babinski checks it
and Babinski counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Babinski fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Murhapuro paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Murhapuro connects with a crisp jab.
Babinski cracks Murhapuro with an open hand slap.
Murhapuro moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Murhapuro misses with a right hand
and Babinski counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Babinski misses with a wild body shot.
Alexei Babinski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Murhapuro fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#CL#
Murhapuro gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Babinski prevents a body shot from Murhapuro.
Babinski wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC2#
Babinski's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Babinski just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A low kick from Murhapuro misses
and Babinski connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Babinski takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Murhapuro scores with a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Babinski stuns Murhapuro with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Murhapuro has his takedown stuffed
and Babinski counters with a nice uppercut.
Murhapuro misses with a right hand
and Babinski counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Murhapuro misses with the combination.
Murhapuro dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Babinski. That did some damage!
Murhapuro is looking to clinch but Babinski is avoiding it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro throws a good cross that connects.
Murhapuro misses with a hook to the body #KD2#
and Babinski counters with a crisp right hand that drops Murhapuro! Babinski lets Murhapuro back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Babinski walks into a stiff left hand from Murhapuro.
Babinski fails to land with a series of punches. #T1#
Babinski takes a swing at Murhapuro's ribcage but misses.
Murhapuro lands a leg kick that knocks Babinski off balance momentarily.
Murhapuro throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Babinski has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Murhapuro loads up on a big right hand but Babinski slips the punch.
Babinski misses with a wild body shot.
Murhapuro takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Murhapuro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A low kick from Murhapuro misses
and Babinski counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Murhapuro misses with an attempted mid kick.
Babinski now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Babinski misses with an uppercut. #TD#
Murhapuro looking to score a takedown here. Babinski is defending well but Murhapuro drives through and ends up in Babinski's guard.
Babinski wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Murhapuro is now in half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura but Babinski is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Murhapuro to get the leverage.
Alexei Babinski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Babinski doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Murhapuro. #SUB#
Murhapuro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura but Babinski is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Murhapuro to get the leverage.
Babinski trying to hold on to Murhapuro's head to control him but Murhapuro postures up. #SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura here. #T3##SUB#
Murhapuro is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Babinski has managed to free his arm - good work.
Pauke Murhapuro overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Murhapuro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Murhapuro moves into full mount! Babinski won't be happy about that!
Babinski is controlling an arm, preventing Murhapuro from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Murhapuro jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Babinski is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Babinski and Murhapuro has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission. #SUB#
Murhapuro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Murhapuro trying to control the position but Babinski is working away.
Babinski wants to control but Murhapuro postures up.
Babinski is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Murhapuro is staying active.#SUB#
Murhapuro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Babinski knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Alexei Babinski.
Well Murhapuro 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: SFL 26 | Fusi vs Murhapuro
Date: Nov 14, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Murhapuro tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Fusi defends well and Murhapuro ends up having to push Fusi into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Fusi connects with a body shot.
Murhapuro lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Murhapuro fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Murhapuro connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Murhapuro misses with a few strikes there.
A bone on bone clash there as Fusi blocks the leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Fusi.
Fusi moves out of range as Murhapuro strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro tries to land a leg kick but Fusi saw it coming and moves away.
Fusi fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Fusi throws a hook but Murhapuro avoids it easily.
Fusi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro throws a head kick but Fusi moves out of range.
Fusi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Murhapuro has a takedown stuffed.
James Fusi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pauke Murhapuro.#T1#
Fusi fails to land with a series of punches.
Murhapuro doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A nice combination there by Fusi. #CUT#It looks like Pauke Murhapuro has been cut.
Fusi throws a hook but Murhapuro blocks it.
Fusi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fusi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fusi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro feints and then cracks Fusi's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Fusi down.
Murhapuro gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Fusi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Murhapuro connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Fusi's hands.
Fusi connects with an inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fusi misses with the combination.
Fusi pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T2#
Murhapuro lands with a nice body kick. #CL2#
Murhapuro darts in and clinches Fusi up against the cage.
Fusi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Murhapuro lands a left hand.
Fusi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fusi blocks an uppercut.
Fusi blocks a punch to the side of the head. #TD2#
Murhapuro gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Murhapuro is trying to work for a kimura but Fusi is defending well. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is working for a kimura but Fusi is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Murhapuro trying to work for an americana but Fusi has managed to regain full guard. #T3##SUB2#
Murhapuro postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Fusi is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Murhapuro, into his guard. #REVR#
Fusi knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Murhapuro on the ground.#SUB2#
Murhapuro working for a triangle but Fusi defends it easily.
Murhapuro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fusi is one step ahead there. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Murhapuro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Fusi avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Fusi wants to control from the top but Murhapuro keeps moving. #SUB2#
Murhapuro working for a triangle but Fusi defends it easily. #SUB2#
Murhapuro has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fusi can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
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 James Fusi will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Pauke Murhapuro's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Fusi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fusi looks to score with a jab to the body but Murhapuro is just out of range.
Fusi gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Fusi takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Murhapuro tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fusi manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Murhapuro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fusi.
Murhapuro's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Fusi connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Murhapuro scrambles back to his feet.
Murhapuro turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Murhapuro throws a body kick that misses
and Fusi counters with a straight right hand.
Fusi looks to land a right hand but Murhapuro moved out of range.
Murhapuro tried to score with a low kick but Fusi checks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Fusi at a distance.
Murhapuro lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Fusi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Murhapuro.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fusi throws a jab but it's blocked by Murhapuro.
Fusi backing away here, and Murhapuro unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
James Fusi is winning the standup battle so far.
Fusi lands a nice shot that snaps Murhapuro's head back. #T1#
Fusi 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.
Fusi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A jab from Fusi misses.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick but Fusi moved away.
Murhapuro bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Murhapuro takes a swing at Fusi's ribcage but misses.
Murhapuro looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Murhapuro lands with a thumping leg kick.
Murhapuro with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Fusi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Murhapuro.
James Fusi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Murhapuro wants to slow Fusi down by chopping away at his legs.
Fusi misses with a wild body shot.
Fusi moves out of range of the body kick from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro lands a nice leg kick that just misses Fusi's sensitive parts. #T2#
Fusi lands a slapping body shot.
A jab from Murhapuro finds it's way through Fusi's defenses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Murhapuro scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB2#
Murhapuro tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Murhapuro has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Murhapuro tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Fusi is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Finnish Elite Sport and Fitness Center , so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Fusi wants to control but Murhapuro postures up.#SUB2#
Murhapuro is trying to get an arm triangle but Fusi is defending well. #SUB2#
Murhapuro working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T3#
Fusi struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Fusi has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Fusi is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Murhapuro tries for a kimura but Fusi is defending well. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Murhapuro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Murhapuro tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Murhapuro tries for a kimura but Fusi is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Pauke Murhapuro's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Fusi lands a glancing blow to the side of Murhapuro's head.
Murhapuro has his takedown stuffed
letting Fusi counter with a right hand.
Nice defenses there by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro misses the shot to the body.
Murhapuro scores with a nice body kick.
Murhapuro blocks a jab.
Fusi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro thumps Fusi with a low kick.
Fusi misses with a hook.
Murhapuro moves out of range of the body kick.
A big left from Murhapuro misses.
Murhapuro scores with a jab. Fusi acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1#
Murhapuro scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Fusi takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Murhapuro misses with a low kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Fusi misses its target.
Murhapuro checks a low kick from Fusi.
Murhapuro shapes to counter with a head kick.
That kick from Murhapuro tenderised Fusi's leg. Fusi is trying to keep his angry face on.
Fusi swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Fusi avoids the body shot from Murhapuro. #KD#
Fusi cracks Murhapuro with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Fusi has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Murhapuro to stand back up!#ROC#Murhapuro is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Murhapuro darts in looking for a takedown but Fusi gets double underhooks and turns Murhapuro into the cage.
Fusi drops Murhapuro with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Murhapuro! Fusi dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). James Fusi!
James Fusi seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: SFL 21 | Gold Rush
Date: Oct 18, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Murhapuro throws an overhand right that lands on Haggar's shoulder, as Haggar tries to avoid the shot.
Haggar looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nice uppercut lands for Murhapuro. That snapped Haggar's head back.
Murhapuro scores with a nice head shot.
Nice shot lands for Murhapuro.#TD#
Haggar closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Murhapuro's guard.
Haggar is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB2#
Murhapuro escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Haggar gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Murhapuro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Haggar chips away with some ground and pound.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Murhapuro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Haggar looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Haggar trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
Murhapuro escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Haggar 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.
Haggar trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
Murhapuro looking for a triangle here. Haggar is fighting it but it looks tight! Murhapuro pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Haggar is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: FARTMMA 118
Date: Sep 26, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Murhapuro throws a shot from downtown. Steve moves away and avoids it.
Steve throws out a leg kick but Murhapuro moves out of range and Steve only half commits.
Murhapuro blocks a head kick by Steve.
Murhapuro throws a head kick that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Steve! But no joy.
Murhapuro checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Steve is looking to slow Murhapuro down with leg kicks.
Murhapuro lands with a nice body kick.
Steve thows a left - swing and a miss!
Murhapuro swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Steve.
Murhapuro has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gymi in the buildup to the fight.
A chopping leg kick lands by Steve.
Murhapuro throws a lazy uppercut
and Steve counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Murhapuro thows a left - swing and a miss!
Steve ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Murhapuro goes for a double leg but Steve avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Steve continues to drive forward.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Steve! But no joy.
Steve defending well as Murhapuro loads up on a big left hand.
Murhapuro misses the shot to the body.
Steve appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Steve throws a hook but Murhapuro avoids it easily.
Steve throws a jab but it's blocked by Murhapuro. #T1#
A low kick lands for Murhapuro.
A nice leg kick from Murhapuro, right into the meat of the thigh.
Murhapuro throws a body punch but Steve moves out of range.
Steve moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Steve lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Murhapuro connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Steve throws a shot from downtown. Murhapuro moves away and avoids it.
Steve lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Murhapuro misses with a body shot.
Murhapuro misses with a kick to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Steve! But no joy.
Murhapuro ducks under a wild hook from Steve.
Murhapuro throws a shot from downtown. Steve moves away and avoids it.
A telegraphed right hand from Steve misses the target.
Steve cracks a nice hook into Murhapuro's ribs.
Steve misses the jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Horrible takedown attempt by Murhapuro or perhaps it was just good defense by Steve, which made it look bad. #T2#
Steve bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Murhapuro fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pauke Murhapuro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Steve takes one to the chin there.
Murhapuro is looking to land body kicks.
Murhapuro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Steve counters with a good low kick that Murhapuro was not able to check.
Steve misses with an uppercut.
Murhapuro throws a body punch but Steve moves out of range.
Murhapuro takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Steve slips under a jab.
Steve looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Steve swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Murhapuro cracks Steve with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Murhapuro works over Steve's head and body with a nice combination.
Steve takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T3#
Murhapuro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Steve.
A head kick by Murhapuro misses
and Steve counters with a good low kick that Murhapuro was not able to check.
Murhapuro shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Steve defends it nicely.
Murhapuro shoots for a takedown but Steve saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Steve lands a jab to Murhapuro's midsection.
Steve ducks under a wild hook from Murhapuro.
Steve connects with a solid leg kick.
Steve throws a hook but Murhapuro blocks it.
Good work by Steve as he checks the leg kick.
Murhapuro shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Murhapuro thuds his right hand into Steve's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Murhapuro.
A low kick from Murhapuro misses
and Steve counters with a nice uppercut.
Steve lands a jab to the nose.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Murhapuro rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Steve counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Steve uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro thows a left - swing and a miss!
Steve was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Murhapuro pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Murhapuro on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick but Steve checks it.
Steve has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick that is checked
and Murhapuro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Murhapuro lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Steve has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Steve and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Murhapuro wants to slow Steve down by chopping away at his legs.
It seemed like Steve was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Murhapuro just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Steve was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Murhapuro chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Steve can pounce on him.
Steve takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Steve leaves Murhapuro with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Murhapuro throws a chopping leg kick but Steve manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Steve looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Murhapuro on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Steve fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Murhapuro throws a hook to the side of Steve's head but Steve sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yago Steve dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Murhapuro doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Steve cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Murhapuro takes a swing at Steve's ribcage but misses.
Murhapuro scores with a crisp jab that stopped Steve in his tracks.
Murhapuro lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Steve at a distance.
Murhapuro fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Steve has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Murhapuro slips under a jab from Steve.
Murhapuro is looking to counter the offense by Steve and move into the clinch.
Murhapuro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Steve. #CL#
Murhapuro moves into range and clinches up with Steve.
Murhapuro trying to stall but Steve improves his position.
Steve tries to work over Murhapuro's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Murhapuro fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Murhapuro tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Steve's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Steve takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Steve fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Murhapuro has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Murhapuro throws a jab but it's blocked by Steve. #T1#
Steve misses with a hook
and Murhapuro counters with a nice low kick that buckles Steve's knee momentarily.
Murhapuro needs to keep his hands up - Steve had a free shot at his head there.
A jab from Murhapuro finds it's way through Steve's defenses.
Steve blocks a leg kick.
Murhapuro misses with a looping right.
Murhapuro misses with a low kick.
Yago Steve seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Murhapuro slips under a jab from Steve.
Murhapuro moves out of range of the strikes.
Murhapuro walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Crunch! Murhapuro slams his shin into Steve's torso.
Steve scores with a head kick.
Steve is looking to chop away at Murhapuro's legs.
Steve on the wrong end of a nice jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Murhapuro gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Murhapuro will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Steve up against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Murhapuro fails to land. #T2#
Murhapuro lands a left hand that snaps the head of Steve backwards.
Steve digs a right hand underneath Murhapuro's ribcage. Murhapuro let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Murhapuro lands with a left to the head.
Murhapuro displaying some good clinch control by pressing Steve up against the cage.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Murhapuro is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #BC2#
Steve breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Steve misses with a hook. Murhapuro ducked under it nicely.
Steve cracks Murhapuro with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Steve throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Murhapuro's head.#T3##TD#
Murhapuro shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Steve napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES2#
Steve explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Murhapuro misses with a looping left.
Steve chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Murhapuro connects with a body shot.
Steve connects with a single shot there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick but Steve moved away.
Murhapuro scores with a jab. Steve acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Murhapuro lands an overhand right.#CL#
Murhapuro moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Steve manages to break the clinch.
Steve fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Murhapuro on the side of the head.
Murhapuro takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Murhapuro throws a sloppy head kick
and Steve counters with an inside leg kick.
Steve scores with a body shot.
Murhapuro throws a lazy right hand but Steve sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
Steve throws a quick inside leg kick.
Steve swings for the body but Murhapuro moves out of range.
Murhapuro tries to close the distance and clinch up but Steve swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Murhapuro tries to move into range but Steve moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Steve looks to land a left hand but Murhapuro moved out of range nicely.
Steve throws a chopping leg kick but Murhapuro manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Murhapuro looks to throw the jab but Steve is out of range.
Steve scores with a jab. Murhapuro acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Murhapuro digs a good hook to Steve's body.
Steve swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Murhapuro scores with a hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Steve keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Steve paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Steve takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Pauke Murhapuro will probably get the nod.
That's time! Murhapuro's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Steve moves out of range of the strikes.
Murhapuro throws a wild body kick that Steve sees coming a mile off.
Murhapuro tries a head kick but it misses.
Steve tries to work over Murhapuro's front leg with a kick but Murhapuro checks it.
Murhapuro tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Steve manages to circle out of the way.
Murhapuro misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Murhapuro misses with a low kick as Steve jumps back.
Murhapuro steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Steve.
It appears Murhapuro was looking to counter with a kick there.
Murhapuro looks for the body kick but Steve saw that one coming.
A jab from Steve misses.
Murhapuro misses with a body punch
enabling Steve to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steve throws a series of punches but Murhapuro avoids them all with ease.
Steve throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murhapuro misses with a low kick.
Steve throws a hook but Murhapuro avoids it easily.#T1#
Murhapuro misses with a hook
and Steve cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Murhapuro ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut
and Steve connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A swing and a miss from Steve.
Murhapuro lands a head shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Steve.
Steve sizes up Murhapuro with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Murhapuro throws a chopping leg kick but Steve manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
An inside leg kick lands from Steve.
Murhapuro connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Steve's hands.
Murhapuro fails with a takedown attempt.
Steve displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Murhapuro throws out the jab.
Murhapuro misses the shot to the body.
Steve throws a head kick but Murhapuro moves out of range. #T2#
Murhapuro throws a lazy right hand but Steve sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Murhapuro swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Steve keeps the fight on the outside.
Yago Steve is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Steve defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Murhapuro.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pauke Murhapuro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Steve throws a sloppy head kick and Murhapuro moves out of range easily.
Murhapuro fires out a quick counter leg kick but Steve just manages to avoid it.
Murhapuro throws a body punch but Steve moves out of range.
A cross from Steve lands.
Steve scores with a punch to the head.
Murhapuro takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Steve misses with a double jab.
Steve tries a head kick but it misses.
Murhapuro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Steve avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Murhapuro on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Steve. Steve obviously looking to wear him down.
Steve uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Murhapuro.#T3#
Murhapuro misses with a wild body shot.
Steve throws out a counter right but Murhapuro avoids it with no problem.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Steve enables Murhapuro to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Steve manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Steve wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Murhapuro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Steve swivels though and keeps the full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Steve is on top in guard. #REVB##SUB#
Murhapuro is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Steve is aware though and is defending well.
Steve is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Murhapuro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Steve doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Steve manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Steve is stalling in the full guard. #T4##SU2#
Steve gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Steve misses the shot to the body.
Murhapuro attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Murhapuro with a hook.
Steve throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Murhapuro scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Murhapuro throws a shot from downtown. Steve moves away and avoids it.
Murhapuro is looking to slow Steve down with leg kicks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Steve throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Murhapuro connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Steve momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yago Steve really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Murhapuro throws a body kick that misses.
Steve stuns Murhapuro with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Murhapuro punishes Steve's body with a nice straight punch.
Murhapuro is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Murhapuro finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Murhapuro misses with a low kick as Steve jumps back.
Murhapuro chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Steve can pounce on him.
Jab, jab by Steve - just one landing. #TD#
Murhapuro looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Murhapuro pushing down on Steve's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura but Steve is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Murhapuro to get the leverage.
Steve wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Murhapuro looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Murhapuro seems to be working for a kimura but Steve defends the submission attempt.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.#T1##SUB#
Murhapuro is trying to work for a kimura but Steve is defending well. #SUB#
Murhapuro is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Steve has managed to free his arm - good work.
Steve is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Murhapuro's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Murhapuro's back!
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.
Murhapuro tries to break free.
Murhapuro trying to control but not successfully. #T2#
Steve controlling from the back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Murhapuro wants to escape the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Murhapuro is really stuck here. #T3#
Murhapuro wants to control his opponent's hands but Steve gets his hands free.
Murhapuro is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Yago Steve has got the better of the ground game so far.
Steve trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Steve has the hooks in. Murhapuro is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Steve trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Murhapuro doesn't escape.
Steve gets his hands free as Murhapuro looks to control.
Steve trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Murhapuro doesn't escape.
Murhapuro tries to escape but Steve has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Murhapuro's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.#T4#
Murhapuro trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Steve controlling well, preventing Murhapuro from escaping the position.
Murhapuro turns into Steve and is now in his guard.
Steve tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Murhapuro wants to pass the guard but Steve is keeping the position.
Murhapuro wants to control from the top but Steve keeps moving.
Steve controls Murhapuro momentarily but Murhapuro frees himself.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Murhapuro drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Murhapuro jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Murhapuro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Steve swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Murhapuro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Yago Steve will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Murhapuro's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
Steve misses with a looping right.
Steve scores with a jab to the body.
Murhapuro thows a left - swing and a miss!
Steve thuds his right hand into Murhapuro's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Steve lands a lovely overhand right.
Murhapuro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Steve moves away.
Murhapuro throws a left and a right that both miss
and Steve counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Murhapuro just misses with a punch to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Murhapuro 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Murhapuro pivots, looking for a leg kick but Steve is out of range and Murhapuro settles back down.
It seemed like Steve was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro throws a good cross that connects.
Steve moves out of range of the body kick.
Nice shot by Murhapuro.
Steve has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Steve slips a straight right by Murhapuro.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Murhapuro tries to clinch but Steve is having none of it. #T1#
Steve jabs Murhapuro right on the nose. Murhapuro blinks but takes it well.
Murhapuro looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Murhapuro misses with a double jab
and Steve counters with a straight right hand.
Steve misses with the combination.
Steve lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Steve defending well as Murhapuro loads up on a big left hand.
Murhapuro pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Steve's jab looks to have found its range, popping Murhapuro under the eye.
Steve misses with a hook. Murhapuro ducked under it nicely.
Murhapuro feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Murhapuro as he connects with a hook.
Steve throws a leg kick which misses Murhapuro's front leg but catches the back leg as Murhapuro tries to avoid it.
Steve changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Murhapuro shoots in looking for a takedown. Steve tries to sprawl out of it but Murhapuro keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Steve manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murhapuro darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Murhapuro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Steve.
Murhapuro looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Steve ducks under a wild hook from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro wants to clinch.
Steve only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Steve scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T3#
Murhapuro misses with a head kick.
Steve looks to land a right hand but Murhapuro moved out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Murhapuro.
Murhapuro on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Steve. Steve obviously looking to wear him down.
Steve cracks Murhapuro with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Steve lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Murhapuro slips under a jab.
Steve just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMurhapuro.
Yago Steve is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Steve takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Murhapuro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Steve.
Steve misses the jab.
Murhapuro takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A low kick from Murhapuro misses
and Steve counters with a two punch combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Steve avoids a kick to the body.
Steve throws out a loose jab but Murhapuro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murhapuro throws a looping overhand right but Steve ducks down to avoid it.
Steve tries a quick counter leg kick but Murhapuro is wise to it.#T4#
Murhapuro throws a leg kick but Steve sees it coming and moves out of range.
Murhapuro loads up on a big right hand but Steve slips the punch.
Murhapuro looks to land a right hand but Steve moved out of range.
Steve throws out a counter right but Murhapuro avoids it with no problem.
Steve smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Murhapuro on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Murhapuro throws a nice outside leg kick.
Murhapuro swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Murhapuro throws a shot from downtown. Steve moves away and avoids it.
Steve lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Murhapuro takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Steve moves out of range as Murhapuro strikes.
Murhapuro lands with an uppercut that bounces Steve off the cage and back into range.
Steve lands with a straight right. Murhapuro didn't see that one coming.
Pauke Murhapuro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Murhapuro throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Steve blocks a head kick by Murhapuro.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 46:49
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 46:49
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yago Steve! Yago Steve retains his super heavyweight title!
Yago Steve decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: FARTMMA 112
Date: Aug 22, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Murhapuro lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CUT2#It looks like Luke Mad Onion has been cut.
Mad Onion pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Murhapuro lands a nice shot to the body.
Murhapuro lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Mad Onion connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Murhapuro momentarily. #CL2#
Murhapuro clinches up against the cage.
Murhapuro effectively controlling the action here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mad Onion.
Mad Onion stalling in the clinch but Murhapuro improves position.
Mad Onion misses with a body punch.
Murhapuro swings wildly with an uppercut but Mad Onion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murhapuro lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Murhapuro lands with a short shot to the head.
Mad Onion wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
The referee is keeping an eye on Murhapuro - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Murhapuro fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Murhapuro prevents Mad Onion from breaking the clinch.
Murhapuro works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Murhapuro on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #T1#
Mad Onion throws a punch but it's blocked by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Mad Onion backwards.
Murhapuro working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Murhapuro. #BC#
Mad Onion breaks the clinch.
Murhapuro shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Mad Onion defends it nicely.#KD2#
Murhapuro moves into range and throws a big uppercut. OH! Mad Onion goes down! Can Murhapuro finish him!?#ROC2#Mad Onion is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Murhapuro advances to half guard.
Murhapuro is trying to control. Mad Onion wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Murhapuro 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! Mad Onion is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: FARTMMA 108
Date: Jul 18, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Murhapuro drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Murhapuro looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Machado tries to buck Murhapuro off but Murhapuro is having none of it.#SUB#
Murhapuro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Machado knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Murhapuro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Machado is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Murhapuro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Machado knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado struggling a bit here.
Machado is looking for a sweep.
Machado can't do much from the bottom here. #T1##SUB#
Murhapuro tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Murhapuro tries for a kimura but Machado is defending well.
Machado regains half guard.#SUB#
Murhapuro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Machado sees it coming and defends easily.
Murhapuro trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Machado doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Murhapuro. #SUB2#
Machado looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Machado is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Murhapuro pulls his head out easily.
Murhapuro is thwarting Machado's attempts to control the position.
Machado is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Murhapuro's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Murhapuro's back!
Murhapuro trying to control the hands but Machado breaks the grip.
Murhapuro is keeping busy. #SUB2#
Machado working for the choke. #SUB2#
Murhapuro fending off the submission attempt from Machado.
Murhapuro is in bad spot here. #T3#
Machado not allowing Murhapuro to control his hands.
Murhapuro is defending well here and trying to improve his position. #SUB2#
Machado is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Murhapuro knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Murhapuro for a finish. #SUB2#
Machado tightening his grip on Murhapuro, looking for the choke.
Murhapuro trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB2#
Machado is looking for the choke from the back position but Murhapuro is controlling his hands well.
Murhapuro is trying to break free.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Murhapuro trying to control the hands but Machado won't let him. #SUB2#
Machado is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Murhapuro is defending well though. Machado let's go of the attempt for now.#T4##SUB2#
Murhapuro showing good submission defense here.
Machado has the hooks in. Murhapuro is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Machado is not going to allow Murhapuro to sit and survive in this position.
Machado tries to keep control of the position but Murhapuro is staying busy.
Machado controlling well, preventing Murhapuro from escaping the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Machado is trying to stick to Murhapuro's back but Murhapuro is turning into Machado. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Machado's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Murhapuro.
Machado keeping moving, preventing Murhapuro from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Machado had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Murhapuro defends it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Heitor Machado will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Machado throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Murhapuro's waist but Murhapuro gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Machado off to one side.
Murhapuro appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#TD#
Murhapuro closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Machado to the mat! Machado manages to get full guard.
Machado pulls Murhapuro in to control the position. #SUB2#
Murhapuro avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Murhapuro passes Machado's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Machado is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Murhapuro pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Machado looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Murhapuro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Murhapuro wants to work for an arm triangle but Machado is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Machado is trying to maintain the position but Murhapuro is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Murhapuro is trying to control. Machado wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Machado looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Machado defends it well. #SUB2#
Machado looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Murhapuro seems to be working for a kimura but Machado defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Machado is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Murhapuro has latched onto it... Big trouble! Murhapuro pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Machado is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Murhapuro!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: FARTMMA 102
Date: Jun 06, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mad Onion with a hook.
Mad Onion ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murhapuro moves away.
A little jabbing left from Murhapuro on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mad Onion wants to clinch but Murhapuro slips to the side
and Murhapuro counters with a stiff right hand.
Murhapuro fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Mad Onion is out of range.
Mad Onion with a nice cross.
Mad Onion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Murhapuro was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Murhapuro lands a jab.
Murhapuro wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Murhapuro attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Mad Onion darts in trying to clinch
and Murhapuro counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Murhapuro walks into a left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A solid leg kick lands there for Murhapuro.
Murhapuro fails with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Murhapuro lands a nice hook to Mad Onion's body. Mad Onion takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Mad Onion rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Murhapuro moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Murhapuro 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.
Murhapuro throws a low kick but Mad Onion avoids it.
Mad Onion throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Murhapuro lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Murhapuro checks a leg kick.
Murhapuro looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mad Onion wants to clinch up but Murhapuro keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Murhapuro fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Mad Onion, pushing him back against the cage.
Murhapuro lands a right hand.
Mad Onion wants to get back to striking at distance but Murhapuro won't allow it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch on the inside from Murhapuro fails to land.
A short body shot lands from Murhapuro as the two fighters clinch.
Mad Onion takes a shot to the head.
Mad Onion is looking to break free of the clinch but Murhapuro has double underhooks.
Murhapuro lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mad Onion has had enough of the clinch but Murhapuro keeps him there for the moment.
Murhapuro misses with the head strike.
Murhapuro goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD2#
Murhapuro has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Mad Onion regains guard immediately.
Murhapuro tries to free his leg and advance position but Mad Onion is retaining full guard.
Murhapuro slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Murhapuro is trying to work for a kimura but Mad Onion is defending well.
Mad Onion is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Kaptajnernes Træningscenter that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Murhapuro is working for a submission of some sort.
Murhapuro content to control rather than advance. #T3#
Murhapuro is trying to control. Mad Onion wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Mad Onion knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Murhapuro on the ground.#SUB2#
Murhapuro is working for a kimura but Mad Onion is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura here.
Mad Onion is staying active underneath Murhapuro, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Mad Onion has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Murhapuro tries to pass to full mount but Mad Onion defends it. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Mad Onion is just riding it out for now. Murhapuro eventually gives up the hold.
Mad Onion on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Mad Onion tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Murhapuro seems to be working for a kimura but Mad Onion defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Murhapuro is working for a submission of some sort. #ES#
Mad Onion kicks off Murhapuro and gets to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Mad Onion tries to close the distance and clinch but Murhapuro swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Luke Mad Onion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Murhapuro blocks a jab.
Mad Onion moves in looking to clinch but Murhapuro pushes him off.
Murhapuro steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Murhapuro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Murhapuro throws a low kick but Mad Onion avoids it.
Mad Onion fails with an attempt to clinch.
Murhapuro uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mad Onion has time to react.
Murhapuro drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CUT#It looks like Pauke Murhapuro has been cut.
Mad Onion misses with a straight left.
An inside leg kick lands from Mad Onion.
Mad Onion rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Murhapuro moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mad Onion thows a left - swing and a miss!
Murhapuro with the counter takedown but Mad Onion avoids it easily.
Murhapuro bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Mad Onion sizes up Murhapuro with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Murhapuro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD2#
Murhapuro shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#T1#
Mad Onion looks like he's trying to stand up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Mad Onion is pushing off trying to get to his feet. Murhapuro has hold of the leg though and he's dropped back for a heel hook… has he got it?? YES! Mad Onion is tapping! This fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Heel Hook). Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: FARTMMA 95
Date: Apr 18, 2020

#R1#
Steve falls off balance throwing a combination
and Murhapuro counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Steve fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Murhapuro.
Steve throws a hook but Murhapuro avoids it easily.
Steve darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Murhapuro swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Murhapuro tries to clinch up
and Steve makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steve uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Murhapuro.
Steve circles away from the clinch attempt. #T1#
A low kick from Murhapuro misses
and Steve counters with an inside leg kick.
Steve checks a leg kick.
Steve fires out a quick counter leg kick but Murhapuro just manages to avoid it.
Murhapuro feints and then cracks Steve's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Steve down.
Steve goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Murhapuro looks to land a body kick but Steve moved away.
Murhapuro missing with a left hand there. Steve was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Steve thows a left - swing and a miss!
Murhapuro unleashes a big counter combination but Steve bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Murhapuro is looking to slow Steve down with leg kicks.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Murhapuro 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.
Steve pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Murhapuro fails to land with a series of punches.
Murhapuro walks into a stiff left hand from Steve.#CUT#
It looks like Pauke Murhapuro has been cut.#T2#
Murhapuro misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Steve appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Murhapuro checks the leg kick nicely there.
Steve thows a left - swing and a miss!
Murhapuro misses with a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice shot lands for Murhapuro.
Murhapuro with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Steve to counter with a crisp jab.
Murhapuro scores with a leg kick.
Nice sprawl there from Steve as Murhapuro shoots in.
Steve misses with a right hand
enabling Murhapuro to counter with a crisp jab.
Murhapuro buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T3#
Murhapuro defending well as Steve loads up on a big left hand.
We've been told by Steve's head coaches at JAG Battle Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Murhapuro throws a right hand that misses
enabling Steve to counter with a crisp jab.
Steve lands a glancing blow to the side of Murhapuro's head.
Steve throws a predictable looking body shot
and Murhapuro makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Murhapuro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Steve.#TD2#
Murhapuro closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Steve to the mat! Steve manages to get full guard.
Murhapuro trying to control the position from guard on top but Steve is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Murhapuro drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Steve dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Steve showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Steve looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Steve is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Murhapuro is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Steve is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Murhapuro has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Steve 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 Murhapuro.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Murhapuro manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Steve keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Murhapuro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Steve is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
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 Yago Steve will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Pauke Murhapuro'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.
#R2#
Murhapuro misses with a leg kick.
Steve misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Steve blocks a low kick nicely.
Steve throwing a counter right hand but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.
Murhapuro wants to clinch up but Steve keeps it at a distance.
Steve ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murhapuro moves away.
Murhapuro lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Murhapuro throws the left hand but Steve avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steve misses the shot to the body.
Steve misses with a looping right.
Steve misses with a wild body shot.
A low kick from Steve misses
letting Murhapuro counter with a right hand. #T1#
Murhapuro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Steve was well out of range. Poor timing from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro throws a head kick that Steve semi-blocks. #CUT2#
It looks like Yago Steve has been cut.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick which misses Steve's front leg but catches the back leg as Steve tries to avoid it.
Steve throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Murhapuro. Steve does a little dance to reset his feet.
Steve throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Murhapuro counters with a right hand to the body.
Murhapuro takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Murhapuro is looking to slow Steve down with leg kicks.
Steve throws a body punch but Murhapuro moves out of range.
Murhapuro misses with a wild body shot.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Murhapuro misses with a shot to the body
and Steve counters with a nice uppercut.
Murhapuro will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Steve lands a nice leg kick that just misses Murhapuro's sensitive parts.
Murhapuro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Steve.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Steve throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Murhapuro scores with a jab to the jaw.
Steve steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Steve.
Murhapuro tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Steve manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Murhapuro lands a nice hook to Steve's body. Steve takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T3#
Murhapuro is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Steve tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Murhapuro throws out a counter right but Steve avoids it with no problem.
Murhapuro tries to clinch but Steve moves out of range.
Murhapuro throws a sloppy head kick and Steve moves out of range easily.
Steve swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Murhapuro moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Murhapuro misses with a leg kick
and Steve counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Steve fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Murhapuro.
Murhapuro slips a straight right by Steve.#T4#
A solid leg kick lands there for Steve.
Murhapuro misses the jab.
Steve throws a looping overhand right but Murhapuro ducks down to avoid it.
A big left from Murhapuro misses.
Murhapuro scores with a jab to the body.
Steve uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Murhapuro.
An attempted straight right counter from Steve misses the target.
Murhapuro tries to bum rush Steve with a series of wild strikes but Steve uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Steve gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Murhapuro shoots for a double leg takedown but Steve sprawls well. He's pushed Murhapuro's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Steve misses with a left hand
and Murhapuro counters with a thumping low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Murhapuro staying out of range there.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick but Steve sees it coming and moves out of range.
Steve is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Steve fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Steve connects with a body shot.
Steve tries to land a leg kick but Murhapuro saw it coming and moves away.
Murhapuro blocks a jab.
Steve misses the shot to the body.
Murhapuro is trying to counter with his kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steve moves out of range as Murhapuro strikes.
Steve throws the left hand but Murhapuro avoids the punch easily.
Murhapuro drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Steve defends it well.
Murhapuro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Steve. #T1#
An inside leg kick lands from Murhapuro.
Steve fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.
Murhapuro gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Steve.
Murhapuro takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nice shot lands for Steve.#CL2#
Murhapuro closes the distance and pushes Steve back into the cage.#BC#
Steve pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Murhapuro misses with a body shot.
Yago Steve is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Steve throws a leg kick which misses Murhapuro's front leg but catches the back leg as Murhapuro tries to avoid it.
Murhapuro takes a swing at Steve's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Steve tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Steve takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Murhapuro lands a high kick!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Steve misses with a head kick.
Murhapuro swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Murhapuro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Steve counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Steve fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Murhapuro shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Steve as he avoids it easily.
Steve connects with a good right hand that stumbles Murhapuro. Murhapuro circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Steve throws a chopping leg kick but Murhapuro manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Murhapuro appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Murhapuro lands a slapping body shot. #T3#
Murhapuro throws an off balance right hand
and Steve counters with a lovely straight right hand!#TD2#
Murhapuro closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Steve did well to prevent Murhapuro getting side control.
Murhapuro looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Steve doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Murhapuro.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steve wants to get back to his feet. #T4##SUB2#
Murhapuro seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Murhapuro wants to work for an arm triangle but Steve is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Steve is refusing to be controlled, as Murhapuro sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is trying to work for a kimura but Steve is defending well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Yago Steve showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Steve 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 Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Yago Steve!
After the fight, Yago Steve 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: FARTMMA 92
Date: Mar 28, 2020

#R1#
Murhapuro looks to throw the jab but Panda is out of range.
Murhapuro connects with a good right hand that stumbles Panda. Panda circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
An inside leg kick from Murhapuro misses.
Panda throws a body shot but no joy.
Jab from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro throws a low kick, looking for Panda's leg but Panda calmly moves out of range.
Murhapuro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Panda.
Panda throws out a loose jab but Murhapuro uses good head movement to avoid it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Panda 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.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Murhapuro enables Panda to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Murhapuro manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB#
Murhapuro looking for a guillotine here but Panda defends easily.
Murhapuro wants to hit a switch here but Panda passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Murhapuro there!
Murhapuro regains half guard.#T1#
Murhapuro tries to get to full guard but Panda has control of the leg.
Murhapuro is looking to control Panda's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Murhapuro avoid being mounted?
Murhapuro's coaches at Gymi 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.#SUB#
Murhapuro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Murhapuro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Murhapuro moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Panda content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Panda lands a couple of elbows.#SUB#
Murhapuro has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Panda can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Murhapuro looking for subs off his back but Panda has passed one foot through into half guard.
Panda prevents Murhapuro from improving his position.
Murhapuro trying to control from the bottom.
Panda winds up and cracks Murhapuro with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Murhapuro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Murhapuro trying to hold on to Panda's head to control him but Panda postures up.
Panda looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Murhapuro with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Murhapuro trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Murhapuro makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Murhapuro.
Panda must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Murhapuro looking to control but Panda passes into half guard.
Murhapuro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Panda's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Panda's back!#SUB#
Panda fending off the submission attempt from Murhapuro.
Panda tries to roll but Murhapuro sticks to his back. #T4##SUB#
Panda 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 Murhapuro gets his way!
Murhapuro has the hooks in. Panda is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Panda wants to escape the position but for the time being he's just trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Murhapuro is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Panda knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Panda for a finish.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Murhapuro looking for the RNC.
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 Pauke Murhapuro will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Panda shoots in looking for a takedown. Murhapuro tries to sprawl out of it but Panda keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Murhapuro manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Panda on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Murhapuro throws a head kick but Panda moves out of range.
Murhapuro lands a head shot.#CUT#
It looks like Full Time Panda has been cut.
Murhapuro listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Nice defenses there by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Panda can do to turn this around?
Murhapuro throws a leg kick but Panda moved away.
Murhapuro throws a hook to the side of Panda's head but Panda sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Panda slips under a jab from Murhapuro.
Panda misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Panda fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Murhapuro to the ground. Panda is now in Murhapuro's guard.#SUB#
Murhapuro throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Panda escapes and throws Murhapuro's legs to the side, diving into side control!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Panda lands some shots froms side control.#T1#
Murhapuro regains half guard.
Panda working over Murhapuro with some ground and pound. Murhapuro looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Murhapuro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Murhapuro looking for subs from the bottom but Panda mounts him!
Full Time Panda has got the better of the ground game so far.
Murhapuro is looking to get to half guard.
Murhapuro gets back to half guard.#T2#
Murhapuro has a hand on Panda's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Panda takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Panda is landing with some decent strikes but Murhapuro is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#ROC2#
Murhapuro is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Pauke Murhapuro has been cut.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Panda avoids the attempt from Murhapuro to control.
Panda postures up and throws a massive shot that knocks Murhapuro out cold! Two more strikes to his unconscious opponent for good luck and this one is all over! Panda goes absolutely crazy with his corner! Wow, you can see how much that win means to him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Full Time Panda!

Event: FARTMMA 85
Date: Feb 22, 2020

#R1##CL#
Mumu clinches.
Murhapuro lands a shoulder strike.
Murhapuro scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Murhapuro.
Murhapuro lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mumu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Murhapuro throws a head punch that misses.
Mumu struggles to land a body shot inside as Murhapuro controls his hands. #TD2#
Murhapuro tightens his grip and picks Mumu up, before dumping him to the ground. Mumu manages to land in guard. #SUB2#
Mumu is trying to stand and escape. In the scramble, Murhapuro has locked hold of an arm and he's managed to lock on an armbar - Mumu taps out instantly and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: FARTMMA 78: Doomsday 2020
Date: Jan 04, 2020

#R1#
Murhapuro avoids the body shot from Adams.
Murhapuro tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Adams manages to circle out of the way.
The fighters circling - Adams throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Adams throws the left hand but Murhapuro avoids the punch easily.
Adams throws a lazy uppercut
letting Murhapuro counter with a right hand. #TD#
Murhapuro shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Adams not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Murhapuro trying to control the position from guard on top but Adams is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Adams trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Murhapuro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Adams is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Murhapuro forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Murhapuro is trying to work for a kimura but Adams is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Murhapuro trying to control from half guard but Adams is working away. #SUB#
Murhapuro is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Adams has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Murhapuro is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Adams has managed to free his arm - good work.
Murhapuro is thwarting Adams's attempts to control the position.#T2#
Murhapuro wants to free his trapped foot but Adams is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Murhapuro is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Murhapuro wants to work for an arm triangle but Adams is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Murhapuro is working for a submission of some sort.
Adams really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Murhapuro. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Murhapuro is working for a kimura but Adams is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Murhapuro seems to be working for a kimura but Adams defends the submission attempt.#T3##SUB#
Murhapuro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Adams sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Murhapuro is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Adams has managed to free his arm - good work.
Murhapuro is thwarting Adams's attempts to control the position.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Murhapuro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Adams does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Murhapuro prevents Adams from standing back up.
Murhapuro trying to control the action but Adams is working from the bottom.
Murhapuro is thwarting Adams's attempts to control the position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Adams can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Murhapuro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Murhapuro is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Adams has managed to free his arm - good work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Murhapuro is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Adams is just riding it out for now. Murhapuro eventually gives up the hold.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro dominated that round.
That's time! Murhapuro's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Jab from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro shoots in for a takedown but Adams shows good takedown defense.
Murhapuro lands a right hook to the body.
Adams misses with a right hand
and Murhapuro counters with an inside leg kick.
Adams is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Murhapuro connects with a solid leg kick. #TD#
Murhapuro scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Adams tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Pauke Murhapuro overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Murhapuro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Adams knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Adams tries to escape but Murhapuro is in control. #T1#
Murhapuro tries to advance to mount but Adams denies him. #SUB#
Murhapuro tries for a kimura but Adams is defending well. #SUB#
Murhapuro goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Adams has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Murhapuro but great work by Adams.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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Murhapuro can't do much from the bottom here.
Adams controlling the position. #T2#
Murhapuro tries to improve position but can't.
Murhapuro is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Adams's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Murhapuro looking for submissions off his back.
Murhapuro is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Adams can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Murhapuro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Murhapuro is refusing to be controlled, as Adams sits in half guard. #T3##SUB#
Murhapuro looking for submissions off his back.
Murhapuro is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Murhapuro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Murhapuro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Adams is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Murhapuro actively working from the bottom here.
Murhapuro wants to control but Adams is keeping busy. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Murhapuro wants to improve his position but Adams is controlling well.
Adams tries to stand and escape but Murhapuro is controlling the position.
Murhapuro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Adams defends well.
Adams pushing down on Murhapuro's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Murhapuro wants to get back to full guard.
Adams is trying to control. Murhapuro wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Adams looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Adams misses the jab.
Murhapuro fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Adams has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut. Adams saw that one coming.
Adams connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Murhapuro sizes up Adams with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Murhapuro gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A lazy left from Adams finds it's target.
Murhapuro throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Adams counters with a nice uppercut.
Adams is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Murhapuro.
Pauke Murhapuro is winning the standup battle so far.
Murhapuro ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Murhapuro has Adams up against the cage in a clinch.
Murhapuro swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Murhapuro controlling the action here for a moment. #T1#
Murhapuro throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Adams escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Murhapuro moves into range and clinches up with Adams.
Murhapuro tries to work over Adams's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Murhapuro lands a left hand that snaps the head of Adams backwards.
Murhapuro misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Adams breaks the clinch.
Murhapuro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Adams.
Murhapuro throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Adams to counter with a crisp jab.
Adams rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Adams takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Murhapuro cracks Adams with a right hand to the side of the head.#T2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Murhapuro.
Adams throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Murhapuro connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Murhapuro is trying hard to land a takedown here. Adams sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Adams connects with a crisp jab.
Murhapuro fakes the leg kick and cracks Adams in the body.
Adams misses with an uppercut.
Murhapuro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Adams.
Murhapuro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Adams misses with a straight right.
Callum Adams is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Adams throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Murhapuro counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Adams thinking.
Adams misses with a looping left.
Murhapuro lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Good leg kick by Murhapuro there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Murhapuro misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Murhapuro moves away from the strike by Adams.
Adams might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#T3#
Adams slaps away a takedown attempt from Murhapuro, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Adams with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Murhapuro to score with a decent uppercut.
Adams misses with a lunging right hand
and Murhapuro counters with a low kick, right behind Adams 's knee.
Adams on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Murhapuro displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Adams throws out the jab. #CL#
Murhapuro pushes Adams up against the cage in a clinch.
Murhapuro wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pauke Murhapuro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A nice left hand lands by Murhapuro. #TD#
Murhapuro turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#SUB#
Murhapuro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Murhapuro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Adams is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T4##SUB#
Murhapuro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Murhapuro looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Adams is trying to control Murhapuro's posture but Murhapuro avoids it. #SUB#
Murhapuro is trying to get an arm triangle but Adams is defending well.
Callum Adams has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Murhapuro tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Murhapuro has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!

And that's the end of the fight!
Pauke Murhapuro showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Murhapuro 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 Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 30:27
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pauke Murhapuro!
In defeat, Callum Adams stepped up to the mic, saying 'We're Not Racist, We Only Hate Mancs.'.

Event: FARTMMA 74
Date: Dec 04, 2019

#R1#
Murhapuro misses the shot to the body.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
That kick from Murhapuro tenderised Dupont's leg. Dupont is trying to keep his angry face on.
Murhapuro stuns Dupont with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#TD2#
Dupont scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
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.
Dupont is thwarting Murhapuro's attempts to control the position.
Murhapuro is not content to let Dupont control the position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Murhapuro manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Murhapuro 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#
Murhapuro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Murhapuro looking for a guillotine here but Dupont defends easily.
Murhapuro keeping moving, preventing Dupont from controlling successfully. #T1#
Dupont wants to pass the guard but Murhapuro is keeping the position.
Murhapuro 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.
Dupont must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dupont passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Murhapuro tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Dupont presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Dupont takes Murhapuro's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Murhapuro is in trouble.
Murhapuro rolls, trying to escape but Dupont keeps control of the position. #T2##SUB2#
Dupont is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Murhapuro won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Dupont off his unconscious opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Hugues Dupont!
Hugues Dupont really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Sportivité logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: FARTMMA 70
Date: Nov 09, 2019

#R1#
Murhapuro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Spanner counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Spanner has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Murhapuro is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Spanner misses with a body kick.
Spanner takes one on the button.
Murhapuro throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Spanner counters with a straight right hand.
Spanner keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A clash of legs there as Spanner blocks the low kick.
And Spanner responds with a good body kick, but Murhapuro manages to step out the way in time.
The fight stays on the outside here - Murhapuro looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick but Spanner sees it coming and moves out of range.
Spanner scores with a kick to the midsection.
Murhapuro displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Spanner throws out the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Murhapuro on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Murhapuro definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Spanner.
Murhapuro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Spanner throws a lazy right hand but Murhapuro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Murhapuro throws a hook but Spanner blocks it.
Murhapuro throws a nice inside leg kick. #T1#
Spanner tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A looping hook to the body misses from Murhapuro. Spanner does a little dance to reset his feet.
Murhapuro throws the left hand but Spanner avoids the punch easily.
Spanner takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Spanner throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Murhapuro sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Murhapuro looks to land a body kick but Spanner moved away.
Murhapuro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murhapuro swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Spanner connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Spanner connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Murhapuro momentarily.
Spanner moves out of range of the strikes.
Spanner takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Murhapuro closes the distance but Spanner moves to the side
and Spanner counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Murhapuro lands a glancing blow to the side of Spanner's head.#CUT#
It looks like Bleeding Spanner has been cut.
Bleeding Spanner is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Murhapuro throws an off balance right hand
and Murhapuro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Murhapuro looks to score with a jab to the body but Spanner is just out of range.
Spanner looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A jab from Spanner does it's job there.
A lazy left from Spanner finds it's target.
Murhapuro shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Spanner counters with a stiff right hand.
Murhapuro shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Murhapuro looks to land a right hand but Spanner moved out of range.
Murhapuro scores with a hook to the body. Spanner takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Murhapuro swings away with a body shot that misses
and Spanner connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Spanner throws an overhand right that lands on Murhapuro's shoulder, as Murhapuro tries to avoid the shot.
Murhapuro swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Murhapuro scores with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Murhapuro. Spanner does a little dance to reset his feet.
Spanner explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Murhapuro takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T3#
Murhapuro throws a body punch but Spanner moves out of range.
Spanner swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A lazy left from Murhapuro finds it's target.
Spanner throws out a leg kick but Murhapuro moves out of range and Spanner only half commits.
Spanner chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Murhapuro can pounce on him.
Murhapuro misses with a hook to the body
and Spanner counters with a nice uppercut.
Spanner throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Murhapuro connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CL#
Murhapuro rushes Spanner and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Murhapuro misses with some punches. #BC2#
Spanner breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Murhapuro takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Spanner throws a shot from downtown. Murhapuro moves away and avoids it.
Spanner blocks the body kick.
Murhapuro listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Murhapuro throws a leg kick that is checked
and Spanner counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T4#
Spanner blocks a head kick by Murhapuro.
Spanner cracks Murhapuro with a right hand to the side of the head.
Spanner misses with a low kick.
Sloppy strikes from Murhapuro. Those never looked like landing.
Murhapuro takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Spanner drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Murhapuro misses with a body shot.
Spanner follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Spanner throws out a loose jab but Murhapuro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Spanner takes one to the side of the head.
Spanner throws a hook but Murhapuro blocks it.
Murhapuro just misses with a punch to the body.
Spanner feints a counter leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A combination from Murhapuro does no damage.
Murhapuro dives in for a single leg takedown but Spanner sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
It seemed like Spanner was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pauke Murhapuro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Murhapuro throws a hook to the side of Spanner's head but Spanner sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Bleeding Spanner will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Bleeding Spanner's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Murhapuro throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Murhapuro.
Murhapuro closes the distance looking to clinch
and Spanner counters with a nice uppercut.
Spanner looks to land a left hand but Murhapuro moved out of range nicely.
Spanner throws a looping overhand right but Murhapuro ducks down to avoid it.
Murhapuro throws a jab but it's blocked by Spanner.
Spanner moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Murhapuro lands the left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Spanner scores with a jab.
Spanner throws a lazy right hand but Murhapuro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Murhapuro connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL#
Murhapuro clinches with his opponent. #T1#
Spanner lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Spanner letting Murhapuro take a breather here.
Spanner lands an uppercut.
Spanner has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Spanner throws a head punch that misses.
Murhapuro wants to stall.
Spanner's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Murhapuro throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Spanners head.
Spanner lands a body shot in the clinch.
Murhapuro has a couple of punches blocked by Spanner.
Murhapuro lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Spanner or not.
Spanner lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Spanner works on Murhapuro's body with a couple of short punches.
Spanner misses with a body punch.
Murhapuro swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Spanner's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Murhapuro misses the body punch
and Spanner cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Spanner - that will leave a mark!
Spanner throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Murhapuro lands with an overhand left.
Spanner checks the leg kick.
Spanner looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A low kick from Murhapuro misses
enabling Spanner to counter with a crisp jab.
Spanner lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Spanner displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Murhapuro throws out the jab.
Spanner connects with a jab.
Murhapuro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Spanner.
Murhapuro wants to slow Spanner down by chopping away at his legs.
Murhapuro backing away here, and Spanner unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Murhapuro looks to land a left hand but Spanner moved out of range nicely.
A decent looking cross lands there for Murhapuro.
Murhapuro fails with an attempt to clinch.
Spanner is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Murhapuro with a body shot.#T3#
Spanner misses with a hook.
Murhapuro shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Spanner lands a jab.
Murhapuro wants to clinch.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Murhapuro looks to throw a body kick
and Spanner counters with a leg kick.
Spanner scores with a punch to the head.
Murhapuro uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Spanner.
Murhapuro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spanner.
Spanner connects with a good right hand that stumbles Murhapuro. Murhapuro circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A looping hook to the body misses from Murhapuro. Spanner does a little dance to reset his feet.
A slapping leg kick lands for Spanner.
Spanner bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Murhapuro misses with a body shot.
A little jabbing left from Spanner on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A slapping leg kick lands for Spanner.
Murhapuro throws a hook but Spanner avoids it easily.
The fight stays on the outside here - Murhapuro looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Murhapuro throws a hook to the side of Spanner's head but Spanner sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Spanner only half commits to the counter leg kick.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Jab, jab by Murhapuro - just one landing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Murhapuro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spanner.
Spanner slips a jab and a cross from Murhapuro.
Spanner thows a left - swing and a miss!
Spanner slaps away a takedown attempt from Murhapuro, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Murhapuro steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Spanner.
Murhapuro tries to score with a low kick but Spanner moves his leg out of the way.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Bleeding Spanner will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Bleeding Spanner's cut.
That's time! Murhapuro's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Murhapuro throws a nice inside leg kick.
Spanner throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Murhapuro to counter with a crisp jab.
Bleeding Spanner seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Spanner throws a wild body kick that Murhapuro sees coming a mile off.
Spanner scores with a leg kick.
Murhapuro misses the shot to the body.
Murhapuro looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Murhapuro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And Spanner responds with a good body kick, but Murhapuro manages to step out the way in time.
Murhapuro scores with a jab to the jaw.
A jab from Murhapuro finds it's way through Spanner's defenses.
Murhapuro fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Spanner.
Spanner slips under a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spanner cracks Murhapuro with an open hand slap.
Spanner scores with a crisp jab that stopped Murhapuro in his tracks.
Spanner's corner calls for a 1-2. Spanner obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Spanner swats away the attempt to clinch by Murhapuro.#T1#
Spanner throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
As Spanner tries to get set, Murhapuro tries to push him back and clinch up but Spanner manages to avoid the attempt.
Murhapuro lands a slapping body shot.
Murhapuro throws a body punch but Spanner moves out of range.
Spanner looks to throw the jab but Murhapuro is out of range.
Murhapuro takes a swing at Spanner's ribcage but misses.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Murhapuro throws a body punch but Spanner moves out of range.
Spanner misses with a low kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Murhapuro blocks the leg kick.
A slow jab from Murhapuro misses its intended target.
Murhapuro misses with a wild body shot.
Murhapuro just misses with a punch to the body.
Spanner was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Spanner feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Murhapuros jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T2#
Murhapuro tries to close the distance and clinch but Spanner swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Murhapuro connects with a looping right hand.
Murhapuro has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Spanner.#TD#
Murhapuro shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Spanner napping and manages to drive through into side control!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spanner is trying to control Murhapuro's posture but Murhapuro avoids it. #SUB#
Murhapuro goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Spanner has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Murhapuro but great work by Spanner.
Murhapuro is trying to get back to half guard.
Murhapuro seems a little lost for a moment, as Spanner dominates the positioning.
Murhapuro tries to buck Spanner off but Spanner is having none of it.#T3#
Murhapuro is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Spanner working away.
Murhapuro tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Spanner wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Spanner tries to stand but Murhapuro is controlling his head.
Murhapuro is looking to regain half guard here but Spanner keeps moving and retains side control.
Murhapuro is trying to control Spanner's posture but Spanner avoids it.
Murhapuro is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Murhapuro looks to move to half guard but instead Spanner has passed into mount! Damn!
Spanner controlling the pace for now.
Murhapuro is wriggling around trying to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Bleeding Spanner just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Bleeding Spanner's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R4#
Nice straight punches there by Murhapuro. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Murhapuro.
Murhapuro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Spanner replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Murhapuro blocks it well.
Murhapuro tries to clinch but Spanner is having none of it.
Spanner lands a nice shot to the body.
Murhapuro lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Spanner throws a good cross that connects.
Murhapuro keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Spanner lands a jab to the nose.
Spanner throws out a leg kick but Murhapuro moves out of range and Spanner only half commits.
Murhapuro misses with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spanner throws a nice outside leg kick.
Spanner connects with a looping right hand.
Murhapuro dives in for a single leg takedown but Spanner sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Spanner walks into a stiff left hand from Murhapuro.#T1#
Spanner avoids the body shot from Murhapuro.
Spanner looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Murhapuro tries for a takedown but Spanner circles away easily
and Spanner counters with a nice leg kick.
Murhapuro misses with a looping left.
Murhapuro tries to land a front kick but Spanner steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Spanner looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Spanner works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Spanner moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Murhapuro tries to close the distance and clinch but Spanner swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Murhapuro looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Spanner with a nice cross.
Murhapuro slips a jab from Spanner.
Spanner lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Murhapuro throws a push kick but Spanner slaps the foot to one side. #T2#
Spanner ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Spanner swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A shot to the body from Murhapuro misses
letting Spanner counter with a right hand.
A shot to the liver by Spanner. Beautiful body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Murhapuro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Murhapuro is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Murhapuro shoots and misses
and Spanner counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pauke Murhapuro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Murhapuro tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Spanner swivels and escapes.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Murhapuro slips a straight right by Spanner.
Murhapuro is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Murhapuro throws a body shot but no joy.
Murhapuro throws a leg kick but Spanner moved away.
Spanner looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut. Spanner saw that one coming.#T3#
Murhapuro moves out of range as Spanner throws a body kick.
Murhapuro misses with an attempted mid kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Spanner.
The fight stays on the outside here - Murhapuro looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Murhapuro throws a predictable looking body shot
and Spanner counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Spanner is looking to slow Murhapuro down with leg kicks.
Murhapuro is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Spanner throws out a counter right but Murhapuro avoids it with no problem.
Murhapuro takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Spanner missing with a left hand there. Murhapuro was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Murhapuro misses with a low kick. #T4#
Spanner uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Murhapuro.
Spanner uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Murhapuro.
Spanner uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Murhapuro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Spanner was well out of range. Poor timing from Murhapuro.
Spanner takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Spanner throws a leg kick that misses.
Spanner scores with a jab. Murhapuro acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Spanner displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Murhapuro throws out the jab.
A lazy left from Spanner finds it's target.
Spanner avoids a kick to the body.
A little jabbing left from Spanner on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Murhapuro misses with a body shot.
Spanner jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bleeding Spanner dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Bleeding Spanner's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Murhapuro cracks Spanner with an open hand slap.
Spanner is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Murhapuro tries to close the distance and clinch but Spanner swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Spanner looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Murhapuro throws a low kick but it's checked well by Spanner.
It seemed like Spanner was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Murhapuro fails to land the takedown.
Murhapuro throws a hook but Spanner avoids it easily.
Murhapuro shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Spanner pinned against the cage. Spanner gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Murhapuro tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Spanner only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Murhapuro misses with an uppercut.
Murhapuro fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pauke Murhapuro. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Murhapuro will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A slow jab from Murhapuro misses its intended target.
Spanner throws a shot from downtown. Murhapuro moves away and avoids it.
Murhapuro swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Spanner throws a front kick that sends Murhapuro stumbling back into the cage.
Murhapuro wants to clinch
and Spanner counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Spanner throws a lazy right hand but Murhapuro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Murhapuro doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Spanner to counter with a crisp jab.
Murhapuro fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Spanner looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Spanner. #T2#
Murhapuro throws a looping overhand right but Spanner ducks down to avoid it.
Spanner only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Murhapuro uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Spanner.
Murhapuro scores with a jab to the jaw.
Spanner connects with a jab.
Nice body punch from Spanner.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Murhapuro misses the shot to the body.
Murhapuro avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bleeding Spanner is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A slow jab from Spanner misses its intended target.
A quick step to the side and Murhapuro tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murhapuro will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Murhapuro lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Murhapuro throws a right hand that Spanner ducks under and follows up with a left that Spanner also avoids with ease.
Murhapuro takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Murhapuro scores with a jab. Spanner acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Murhapuro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Spanner manages to avoid it.#T3#
Murhapuro changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Spanner scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Murhapuro throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Murhapuro lunges at Spanner with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Spanner's hand.
Murhapuro is looking to clinch but Spanner is avoiding it.
Spanner slips a jab from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Murhapuro fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Spanner.
Murhapuro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Spanner was well out of range. Poor timing from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Spanner manages to avoid it.
Spanner fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Murhapuro on the side of the head.
Murhapuro bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Spanner ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T4#
Murhapuro's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Spanner connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Murhapuro scrambles back to his feet.
Murhapuro misses with a low kick.
Spanner pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Murhapuro throws out a loose jab but Spanner uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murhapuro moves to clinch but Spanner breaks away
and Spanner counters with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Murhapuro misses with a hook. Spanner ducked under it nicely.
A clash of legs there as Spanner blocks the low kick.
Murhapuro walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Spanner checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Murhapuro takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Spanner takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Murhapuro swings away with a body shot that misses
and Spanner counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Pauke Murhapuro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Murhapuro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Murhapuro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bleeding Spanner.
I've got Spanner 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 45:50
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 45:50
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 47:50

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

Event: FARTMMA 64
Date: Sep 28, 2019

#R1#
Murhapuro gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Murhapuro connects with a nice looking jab.
Murhapuro is looking to score with low kicks.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Murhapuro slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Murhapuro scores with a jab to the body.
Murhapuro connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Murhapuro fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Addams has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Murhapuro swinging wildly here.
Addams is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#TD#
Murhapuro shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Addams keeping moving, preventing Murhapuro from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Murhapuro is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T1#
Addams working a defensive guard here.
Addams wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Addams looking for a guillotine here but Murhapuro defends easily.
Murhapuro slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Murhapuro is trying to work for a kimura but Addams is defending well.
Addams trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2##SUB#
Murhapuro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Murhapuro seems to be working for a kimura but Addams defends the submission attempt.
Murhapuro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Addams keeps working.
Addams wants to improve his position but Murhapuro is controlling well.
Murhapuro not doing much here. #SUB#
Murhapuro is working for a submission of some sort.
Addams really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Murhapuro. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T3##SUB#
Murhapuro is working for a submission of some sort.
Addams is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Addams is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Murhapuro pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Addams defends it well.
Still in half guard, Murhapuro seems content to control.#SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Addams doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Murhapuro. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Addams is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Addams is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Murhapuro has latched onto it... Big trouble! Murhapuro pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Addams is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Murhapuro!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: FARTMMA 55
Date: Aug 10, 2019

#R1#
Murhapuro throws a head kick but Camara moves out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Camara, as that shot connected.
Camara throws a body shot but no joy.
Murhapuro throws a hook but Camara avoids it easily.
Camara digs a good hook to Murhapuro's body.
Murhapuro looks to score with a jab to the body but Camara is just out of range.
Murhapuro throws a solid leg kick but Camara takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Murhapuro.
Mamadu Camara seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Camara forces Murhapuro back against the cage and clinches.
Murhapuro tries a body shot but Camara blocks it.
Murhapuro lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Camara definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Murhapuro trying to stall but Camara improves his position.
Camara misses with a hook to the ribs.
Murhapuro blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Murhapuro lands a body shot in the clinch.
Murhapuro wants a takedown.
Murhapuro works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Camara throws a head punch that misses.
Camara goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Camara misses with a body punch.
Camara has a couple of punches blocked by Murhapuro.
Camara lands with a left to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Murhapuro gets through Camara's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T1#
Camara can't find room to land a body shot as Murhapuro controls the action.
Camara lands with a light punch inside.
Murhapuro throws a head punch that misses.
Murhapuro blocks a body shot from Camara. #TD2#
Murhapuro has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Camara regains guard immediately. #SUB2#
Murhapuro drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Murhapuro jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Murhapuro 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.
Camara keeping moving, preventing Murhapuro from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Murhapuro drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Murhapuro jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Camara is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Murhapuro is controlling him.
Murhapuro trying to control the position from guard on top but Camara is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Murhapuro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Camara swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Murhapuro keeps trying to improve his position.
Murhapuro is still trying to improve position.
Murhapuro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#ES#
Camara has his feet on Murhapuro's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Camara takes a body punch but keeps moving.
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!
Murhapuro is looking to chop away at Camara's legs.
Camara misses with a jab to the body
and Murhapuro counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Murhapuro with a jab.#CUT2#
It looks like Mamadu Camara has been cut.
Camara connects with a crisp jab.
Murhapuro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A telegraphed right hand from Camara misses the target.
Camara misses the jab.#CL#
Camara closes the distance and pushes Murhapuro back into the cage.
Murhapuro lands a shoulder strike.
Camara tries to work over Murhapuro's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Murhapuro lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Camara backwards.
Camara tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Murhapuro.
Camara misses with a punch to the body.
Camara misses with a hook from the clinch.
Murhapuro swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro misses with the head strike.
Camara tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Murhapuro's elbow.
Murhapuro is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Murhapuro blocks an uppercut.
Murhapuro tries for a takedown. No joy.
Camara tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Murhapuro tries to stall but Camara uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Murhapuro working aggressively here.
Camara misses with a body punch.
Good body shot from Murhapuro.
Camara tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Murhapuro has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Camara avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Mamadu Camara has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pauke Murhapuro.#TD2#
Murhapuro gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Murhapuro seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Murhapuro 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#
Murhapuro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Camara is trying to stand up here but Murhapuro is controlling him well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Murhapuro wants to work for an arm triangle but Camara is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Camara pushes Murhapuro off looking to stand but Murhapuro dives back in and keeps control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Pauke Murhapuro will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mamadu Camara's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Murhapuro lands with a straight right. Camara didn't see that one coming.
A jab lands there for Murhapuro.
Murhapuro connects with the punch.
Camara just misses with a punch to the body.
Camara loads up on a big right hand but Murhapuro slips the punch.
Camara moves out of range of the strikes.
Murhapuro misses with a straight left.
Camara tries to clinch up but Murhapuro circles away and keeps his distance.
Murhapuro scores with a decent looking hook.
Camara takes one on the button.
Camara moves away from the strike by Murhapuro.
Camara swings for the body but Murhapuro moves out of range. #CL#
Camara takes the fight into the clinch.
Camara scores with a nice hook to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Murhapuro prevents a body shot from Camara.
Murhapuro lands a left hand.
Murhapuro misses with a short punch on the inside.
Murhapuro blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mamadu Camara has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Camara blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Murhapuro misses with the head strike.
Murhapuro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Murhapuro. #CUT2#
Mamadu Camara's cut is getting worse.
A short right from Murhapuro on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Murhapuro.
Camara struggles to land a body shot inside as Murhapuro controls his hands.
Camara tries a body shot but Murhapuro blocks it.
Camara lands with a right to the head.
Murhapuro avoiding damage.
Camara tries a body shot but Murhapuro blocks it.
Camara can't find room to land a body shot as Murhapuro controls the action.
Camara tries to work over Murhapuro's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hook to the body lands for Murhapuro.
Camara misses with a punch to the body.
Camara lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Camara working aggressively here.
Camara goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Camara scores with a shot to the side of Murhapuro's head.
Murhapuro lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Camara or not.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A hook to the body from Camara. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Camara.
Camara goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Murhapuro blocks a body shot from Camara.
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!
Camara misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Camara.
Camara takes a shot to the head.
Camara goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Murhapuro blocks a body shot from Camara.
Murhapuro tries to throw a body punch but Camara avoids it by throwing Murhapuro back against the cage.
Good body shot from Murhapuro.
Camara misses with a punch to the body.
Murhapuro lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Camara backwards.
Camara tries to work over Murhapuro's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Camara misses with some punches.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Camara goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Camara misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Camara misses with a body punch.
Camara stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T3#
Murhapuro lands with a light punch inside.
Murhapuro lands with a short shot to the head.
Murhapuro lands a hook that snaps the head of Camara backwards.
Murhapuro lands a right hand that snaps the head of Camara backwards.
Murhapuro makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Camara's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Murhapuro stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Camara misses with a punch on the inside.
Camara tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Murhapuro lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Murhapuro jumps guard but Camara turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Camara can't find room to land a body shot as Murhapuro controls the action.
Murhapuro misses with some punches.
Murhapuro lands a nice uppercut.
Murhapuro lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
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!
Murhapuro pushes Camara back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Murhapuro lands with a left to the head.
Murhapuro misses with some punches.
Camara swings wildly with an uppercut but Murhapuro uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Camara struggles to land a body shot inside as Murhapuro controls his hands. #TD2#
Murhapuro has picked Camara up - he's going for a ride! Murhapuro dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Camara tries to kick Murhapuro off but Murhapuro keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is working for a kimura but Camara is defending it quite comfortably.
Camara tries to kick Murhapuro off but Murhapuro keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
Murhapuro seems to be working for a kimura but Camara defends the submission attempt.
Murhapuro wants to pass to mount but Camara is defending the position. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Camara defends it well.
My spies in Gymi inform me that Murhapuro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Camara is looking to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mamadu Camara's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Camara is looking to clinch.
Murhapuro changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Murhapuro looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Murhapuro throws a body shot but no joy.
Camara avoids the body shot from Murhapuro.
Camara ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Camara jabs at Murhapuro's body.
Camara uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Murhapuro.
Camara waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Murhapuro.
A jab from Camara misses.
Camara tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Murhapuro paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Murhapuro throws out a counter right but Camara avoids it with no problem.
Camara keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Camara lands a jab to Murhapuro's midsection.
Camara ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murhapuro moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camara stuffs the takedown attempt from Murhapuro. Murhapuro gets slowly back to his feet.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Camara scores with a jab to the body.
Murhapuro takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Camara scores with a sloppy right hand. Murhapuro should have avoided that one. #CUT#
It looks like Pauke Murhapuro has been cut.
Camara lands a nice hook to Murhapuro's body. Murhapuro takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
Murhapuro takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Camara lands a body shot.
Camara scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Camara scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Camara thuds a left hand into Murhapuro's body.
Murhapuro circles away from the clinch attempt.
Murhapuro follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Camara moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Camara misses with a straight right.
Camara just misses with a punch to the body.
Murhapuro swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Camara tries to close the distance and clinch but Murhapuro swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A shot to the liver by Murhapuro. Beautiful body shot.
Camara throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Camara throws a sloppy body shot
and Murhapuro connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murhapuro takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A punch combination from Murhapuro misses.
Camara throws a body shot but no joy.
Murhapuro ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Mamadu Camara has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Murhapuro throws the left hand but Camara avoids the punch easily.
Murhapuro connects with a jab.
Murhapuro lands a nice hook to Camara's body. Camara takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Camara tries to close the distance and clinch up but Murhapuro swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Murhapuro fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Camara is looking to wear down Murhapuro with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Murhapuro lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Mamadu Camara is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Camara lands a nice shot to the body.
Camara scores with a nice strike.
Camara fails with an attempt to clinch.
Murhapuro steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Camara.
Camara takes a swing at Murhapuro's ribcage but misses.
Camara throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Murhapuro sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Camara stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Murhapuro.
Nice uppercut lands for Murhapuro. That snapped Camara's head back.
Camara throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Camara throws a shot from downtown. Murhapuro moves away and avoids it.
Camara throws an off balance right hand
and Camara takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Murhapuro throws a nice inside leg kick.
Camara throws out a loose jab but Murhapuro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murhapuro throws out a counter right but Camara avoids it with no problem.
Camara swings for the body but Murhapuro moves out of range.
Camara throws a jab but it's blocked by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Camara.
Murhapuro slips under a jab from Camara.
Murhapuro misses with a few strikes there. #CL2#
Murhapuro fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Camara, pushing him back against the cage.
Murhapuro has a couple of punches blocked by Camara.
Murhapuro lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Camara backwards.
Murhapuro swings wildly with an uppercut but Camara uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murhapuro scores with a shot to the side of Camara's head.
A short right from Camara on the inside.
Murhapuro misses with the head strike.
Murhapuro misses with a body punch.
Camara scores with a hook to the body.
Camara lands a body punch in the clinch. #T4#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Camara creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Camara lands a nice uppercut.
Camara swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Camara tries a body shot but Murhapuro blocks it.
Murhapuro fails to pull guard.
Camara lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Camara lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Murhapuro lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Camara misses with a punch to the body.
Murhapuro lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Camara tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Murhapuro's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Camara.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Camara as Murhapuro tries to tie him up.
Murhapuro swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Camara swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Camara makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Camara.
Camara misses with a shot to the kidneys.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mamadu Camara showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Murhapuro 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 Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 28:29
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: F46: LHW Tourney Round 1
Date: Jun 29, 2019

#R1#
Simard throws a head kick but Murhapuro moves out of range.
Murhapuro appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Simard misses with a hook
and Murhapuro counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Simard misses with a left hand
and Murhapuro counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Murhapuro cracks Simard with a good jab.#CL2#
Murhapuro gets a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Simard breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A punch combination from Murhapuro misses.
Simard misses with a body shot.
Murhapuro throws out a counter right but Simard avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Simard takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Murhapuro darts in looking for a takedown but Simard gets double underhooks and turns Murhapuro into the cage.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Simard throws a left and a right that both miss
and Murhapuro counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Simard scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Cedric Simard is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Murhapuro thumps Simard with a low kick.
Murhapuro takes one to the side of the head. #T2#
Simard misses with a head kick.
Murhapuro flicks out a counter leg kick but Simard steps away.
Simard fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Murhapuro is out of range.
Murhapuro lands a jab.
Simard wants to slow Murhapuro down by chopping away at his legs.
Murhapuro throws a head kick but Simard moves out of range.
Murhapuro throws a predictable looking body shot #KD#
and Simard counters with a head kick that drops Murhapuro to the mat! Murhapuro scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Simard ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T3#
Murhapuro lands a jab to the head.
Simard throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Murhapuro counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Simard keeping moving, preventing Murhapuro from controlling successfully.
Simard lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Murhapuro has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Simard 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 Murhapuro.
Simard works to advance to full mount. Murhapuro defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #T4#
Murhapuro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Murhapuro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Simard tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Simard avoids the attempt from Murhapuro to control.
Murhapuro is looking to improve his position but Simard isn't that keen on the idea.
Murhapuro holds on for dear life.
Murhapuro tries to lock up and control but Simard gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Murhapuro is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Simard has taken his back.
Simard not allowing Murhapuro to control his hands.
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 Cedric Simard will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
A good leg kick by Simard.
A low kick from Simard is predictable there
and Murhapuro connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Murhapuro blocks a head kick by Simard.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Murhapuro! But no joy.
Simard throws an off balance right hand
and Murhapuro counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simard throws a solid leg kick but Murhapuro takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Simard.
Murhapuro bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1#
Murhapuro swings away with a body shot that misses
and Simard counters with an inside leg kick.
Murhapuro tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Simard throws a nice looking combination but Murhapuro bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Murhapuro takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Nice shot by Murhapuro.
Murhapuro slips under a jab.#T2#
Simard fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.
Murhapuro appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Simard finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Simard takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Simard moves out of range of the leg kick from Murhapuro.
Simard scores with a jab to the body.
Murhapuro swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T3#
Simard comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Good shot there by Simard.
Simard misses with a left hand
and Murhapuro counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Simard throws a lazy uppercut
and Murhapuro makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Murhapuro ducks under a wild hook from Simard.
Simard misses with a body shot.
It seemed like Murhapuro was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T4#
Murhapuro misses with a looping left.
Murhapuro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Simard manages to avoid it.
Simard fires out a quick counter leg kick but Murhapuro just manages to avoid it.
Murhapuro scores with a nice strike.
Simard uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Murhapuro.
Simard half committed to a counter leg kick.
Good shot there by Simard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#KD#
Simard lands a big head kick that sends Murhapuro tumbling to the mat! Simard takes a step backwards and waves Murhapuro back to his feet - he wants the finish!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cedric Simard 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#
Simard swings away with a body shot that misses
and Simard takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#
It looks like Pauke Murhapuro has been cut.
Murhapuro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Simard.
Murhapuro looks to land a right hand but Simard moved out of range.
Simard throwing a counter right hand but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.
Simard tries to work over Murhapuro's front leg with a kick but Murhapuro checks it.
A low kick from Simard misses
letting Murhapuro counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good standup being displayed there by Simard as he connects with a hook.
Simard misses with a leg kick.
Murhapuro swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Murhapuro lands a nice shot to the body.
Murhapuro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Simard.
Murhapuro connects with a crisp jab.
Simard throws a sloppy body shot
and Simard takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Murhapuro misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Murhapuro misses with a body punch
and Simard counters with an outside leg kick.
Murhapuro scores with a jab to the body.
Murhapuro works over Simard's head and body with a nice combination.
Murhapuro throws a body shot but no joy.
Simard looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Simard moves out of range of the strikes.
Simard swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Simard misses with a body shot
and Murhapuro makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T3#
Simard scores with a jab to the head.
Murhapuro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Simard counters with a nice body shot.
Murhapuro takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Simard. Murhapuro does a little dance to reset his feet.
The fighters circling - Murhapuro throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Simard tried to counter with a leg kick but Murhapuro avoided it.
Simard misses with a low kick.#T4#
Simard uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Murhapuro.
As Murhapuro looks to move away, Simard throws a big counter combo but Murhapuro just gets out of the way.
Simard throws a leg kick
and Murhapuro counters with a straight right hand.
Simard chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Simard thows a leg kick but Murhapuro checks it
and Simard takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Simard throws a leg kick but Murhapuro sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Pauke Murhapuro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Simard thows a leg kick but Murhapuro checks it
letting Murhapuro counter with a right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Pauke Murhapuro comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Simard 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 Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 29:28
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Cedric Simard!

Event: FARTMMA 39
Date: May 31, 2019

#R1#
Murhapuro scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bunyon doesn't seem bothered though.
Murhapuro lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CUT#
It looks like Paul Bunyon has been cut.
Murhapuro throws a sloppy body shot
and Bunyon cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A cross from Bunyon lands.
Murhapuro throws a sloppy head kick and Bunyon moves out of range easily.
We've been hearing reports that Murhapuro has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Murhapuro looks to throw a body kick
and Bunyon counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Murhapuro thinking.
The fighters circling - Bunyon throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Murhapuro throws a combination that misses
and Bunyon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bunyon avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A countering left hand to the body from Bunyon misses.
Murhapuro lands a jab to the nose.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bunyon lands a really nice looking cross but Murhapuro seems unphased.
Murhapuro misses with a low kick as Bunyon jumps back.
Murhapuro lands with a good body shot.#T1#
Bunyon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murhapuro.
Bunyon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Murhapuro.
Paul Bunyon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Murhapuro tries to bum rush Bunyon with a series of wild strikes but Bunyon uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Murhapuro needs to keep his hands up - Bunyon had a free shot at his head there.
Bunyon on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Murhapuro. Murhapuro obviously looking to wear him down.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bunyon misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Murhapuro counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Murhapuro won't allow Bunyon to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Murhapuro drops back looking for a leg! Bunyon is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bunyon manages to kick Murhapuro off! Murhapuro jumps back into Bunyon's guard.
Murhapuro tries to free his leg and advance position but Bunyon is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bunyon wants to stand and escape but Murhapuro is having none of it. #T2##SUB#
Murhapuro 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.
Murhapuro trying to control but Bunyon is working from the bottom.
Murhapuro stays in close to Bunyon's body and controls the position.
Murhapuro advances to half guard.
Bunyon really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Murhapuro. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bunyon defends it well.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Murhapuro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Murhapuro is trying to work for a kimura but Bunyon is defending well. #T3#
Murhapuro is thwarting Bunyon's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Murhapuro looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Murhapuro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Murhapuro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Murhapuro is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Murhapuro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Bunyon looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Murhapuro is working for a kimura but Bunyon is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Murhapuro has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Bunyon defend it? Murhapuro steps over the head and cranks it - Bunyon is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Murhapuro!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: FARTMMA 34
Date: May 04, 2019

#R1##TD#
Howler drives through with a takedown into Murhapuro's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Murhapuro utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Howler postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Howler wants to control from the top but Murhapuro keeps moving.
Howler distracts Murhapuro with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Howler cracks Murhapuro with a solid left hand.#SUB2#
Murhapuro escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Howler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Murhapuro has his foot on Howler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Howler works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Murhapuro has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Howler can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Howler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Murhapuro is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Howler is posturing up here but Murhapuro has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Howler tries to roll out but it's too tight and Howler has to tap! Slick submission there by Murhapuro!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: FARTMMA 27
Date: Apr 06, 2019

#R1#
Murhapuro misses the shot to the body.
Murhapuro tries to clinch there but Farts circles away.
As Murhapuro tries to get set, Farts tries to push him back and clinch up but Murhapuro manages to avoid the attempt.#CL2#
Murhapuro clinches up against the cage.
Murhapuro tries a body shot but Farts blocks it.
Murhapuro lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Farts prevents the takedown attempt.
Murhapuro tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A shot in the inside from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro misses with a punch on the inside.
Farts struggles to land a body shot inside as Murhapuro controls his hands.
Farts lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Murhapuro misses with some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farts makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Farts gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Murhapuro.
A nice right hand lands inside from Farts.
Farts can't find room to land a body shot as Murhapuro controls the action.
Farts lands with a short head shot on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Still in the clinch, Farts scores with a nice short uppercut.#T1#
Farts scores with a shot to the side of Murhapuro's head.
A right hand to the body from Farts.
Murhapuro lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Farts backwards.
Farts is pressed up against the cage. Murhapuro has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Farts down to the mat. Farts avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Boomerang Farts has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pauke Murhapuro.
Farts blocks a jab.
A little feinted left hand from Farts on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Murhapuro lands a head shot.
Murhapuro thows a left - swing and a miss!
Farts is looking for a counter combo.
Murhapuro misses with a hook to the body
and Farts counters with a straight right hand.
Murhapuro throws a predictable looking body shot
and Farts counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Murhapuro darts in trying to clinch
and Farts counters with a nice body shot.
Murhapuro looks winded!#T2#
Farts avoids the body shot from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro loads up on a big right hand but Farts slips the punch.
Farts wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Farts takes a shot right to the bread basket.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Murhapuro shoots in for a takedown but Farts shows good takedown defense.
Murhapuro shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Farts cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Murhapuro swings for the body but Farts moves out of range.
Murhapuro misses with a few strikes there.
Murhapuro lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Farts at a distance.
Murhapuro looks to score with a jab to the body but Farts is just out of range.#T3#
Murhapuro throws a combination that misses
and Farts counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Murhapuro looks to land a left hand but Farts moved out of range nicely.#CL2#
Murhapuro moves into range and clinches up with Farts.
Farts scores with a shoulder strike.
Farts working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Murhapuro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Farts tries to throw a body punch but Murhapuro avoids it by throwing Farts back against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Farts.
Farts working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short right from Farts.
Farts lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Murhapuro backwards.
Farts lands a body shot in the clinch.
Farts scores with a hook to the body.
Murhapuro has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Farts seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Murhapuro can turn it around.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Farts lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #KD#
Farts drops Murhapuro onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Murhapuro is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC#
Murhapuro is rocked!#KD#
Farts drops Murhapuro onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Murhapuro is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Murhapuro is still on wobbly legs! Can Farts finish him?
A left hand lands to the body for Farts.
Farts lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Farts dips a shoulder and cracks Murhapuro with a mighty uppercut! Murhapuro falls back against the cage and Farts unloads with a barrage of strikes! Murhapuro 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 - Farts screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Boomerang Farts!
Boomerang Farts retains his heavyweight title!
An out of breath and clearly excited Boomerang Farts thanked Groove Gear for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: FARTMMA 22
Date: Mar 09, 2019

#R1#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Cormier.
A head kick by Cormier misses
and Murhapuro cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#
It looks like Daniel Cormier has been cut.#TD2#
Cormier looking to score a takedown here. Murhapuro is defending well but Cormier drives through and ends up in Murhapuro's guard.#SUB#
Murhapuro working for a triangle but Cormier defends it easily. #SUB#
Murhapuro is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Cormier has his hands clasped together but Murhapuro extends and breaks Cormier's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Murhapuro.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: FARTMMA 17
Date: Feb 09, 2019

#R1##TD2#
Nilun shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Murhapuro manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB#
Murhapuro looking for a triangle here. Nilun is fighting it but it looks tight! Murhapuro pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Nilun is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Pauke Murhapuro!

Event: MMAHelsinki - 28
Date: Dec 29, 2018

#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Murhapuro is defended easily by Bobs.
Murhapuro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bobs changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bobs slaps away a takedown attempt from Murhapuro, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Bobs pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Murhapuro back to the cage. Bobs follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Murhapuro shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bobs counters with a right hand to the body.
Bob Bobs has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pauke Murhapuro.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bobs slips under a jab from Murhapuro.
Bobs changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Murhapuro shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bobs pinned against the cage. Bobs gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
Murhapuro misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bobs attempts a counter takedown but Murhapuro avoids it well and moves away.
Murhapuro shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bobs sprawls well. Bobs wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Murhapuro gets slowly back to his feet.
Murhapuro fails with the takedown
and Bobs counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Murhapuro goes for a double leg but Bobs avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bobs continues to drive forward.
Murhapuro looks to throw the jab but Bobs is out of range.
Bobs tries to counter with a takedown but Murhapuro is quick to defend against it.
Bobs tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murhapuro was well out of range. Poor timing from Bobs.#T2#
Bobs drops his hands momentarily and Murhapuro takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Murhapuro looks for a takedown but Bobs sprawls well.
Bobs drops down looking for a counter takedown but Murhapuro sprawls and moves away.
Pauke Murhapuro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big left from Murhapuro misses.
Murhapuro misses with a straight left.
Bobs attempts a counter takedown but Murhapuro avoids it well and moves away.
Murhapuro shoots in for a takedown but Bobs shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bobs attempts a counter takedown but Murhapuro avoids it well and moves away.
Murhapuro shoots in for a double leg but Bobs sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bobs half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Murhapuro misses with a body shot #CL#
and Bobs counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Bobs.
Bobs utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bobs.
Murhapuro avoiding damage as Bobs throws knees to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Murhapuro tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bobs smiles and moves away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Murhapuro or perhaps it was just good defense by Bobs, which made it look bad.
Bobs feinted with a counter takedown.#T3#
Murhapuro looks to throw the jab but Bobs is out of range.
Bobs tries to counter with a takedown but Murhapuro is quick to defend against it.
Murhapuro misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Bobs moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Murhapuro breaks from the clinch.
Murhapuro tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bobs sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Murhapuro somewhat.
Bobs tries to counter with a takedown but Murhapuro is quick to defend against it.
Bobs just misses with a punch to the body.
Murhapuro misses with a takedown attempt
and Bobs counters with a nice body shot.
Murhapuro dives in for a single leg takedown but Bobs sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Murhapuro fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Bobs drops down looking for a counter takedown but Murhapuro sprawls and moves away.
Murhapuro has a takedown stuffed.
Bobs half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T4#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Murhapuro is defended easily by Bobs.
It looked like Bobs was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bobs pinned against the cage. Bobs gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A quick step to the side and Bobs tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murhapuro misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A telegraphed right hand from Murhapuro misses the target.
Bobs moves out of range as Murhapuro strikes.
Bobs attempts a counter takedown but Murhapuro avoids it well and moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bob Bobs dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Murhapuro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bobs.
A slow jab from Murhapuro misses its intended target.
An attempted straight right counter from Bobs misses the target.
Murhapuro is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Bobs.
Murhapuro misses with a wild body shot.
Bobs wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
No luck for Murhapuro with that takedown attempt.
Bobs tries to counter with a takedown but Murhapuro is quick to defend against it.
Bobs cracks Murhapuro with an open hand slap.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhapuro is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bobs sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Bobs was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Murhapuro misses with a straight left.
Bobs attempts a counter takedown but Murhapuro avoids it well and moves away.
Murhapuro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bobs is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro closes the distance and clinches up with Bobs, looking for a takedown. Murhapuro pushes Bobs against the cage but Bobs circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bobs appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Bob Bobs has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pauke Murhapuro.#T1#
Murhapuro shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bobs pinned against the cage. Bobs gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Bobs is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Murhapuro can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Murhapuro fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Bobs to the ground. Murhapuro is now in Bobs's guard.#SUB2#
Murhapuro drops back, looking for a kneebar! Bobs looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Bobs looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Bobs! #REVR#
Murhapuro is trying to get back to half guard.
Bobs knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Murhapuro on the ground.
Murhapuro regains half guard.#T2#
Murhapuro gets full guard.
Murhapuro is trying to keep Bobs in close. #SUB2#
Murhapuro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Murhapuro wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Murhapuro has his foot on Bobs's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bobs works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Murhapuro is looking for a triangle but Bobs pushes his legs off easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Murhapuro looking for a guillotine here but Bobs defends easily.
Bobs wanted to stand there but Murhapuro had control of the position. #T3##SUB2#
Murhapuro has his foot on Bobs's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bobs works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Murhapuro escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bobs gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Murhapuro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bobs doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bobs manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Murhapuro looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Bobs passes into side control.
Murhapuro sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T4##SUB2#
Murhapuro looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Murhapuro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bobs pulls his head out easily.
Murhapuro manages to get to full guard.
Murhapuro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bobs is one step ahead there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Murhapuro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pauke Murhapuro showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Murhapuro dives in for a single leg takedown but Bobs sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Bobs drops down looking for a counter takedown but Murhapuro sprawls and moves away.
Bobs displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Murhapuro throws out the jab.
Bobs is looking to wear down Murhapuro with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Murhapuro throws a lazy uppercut #CL#
and Bobs counters by clinching up.
Bobs pressing his opponent against the cage.
Murhapuro doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Murhapuro is looking for a takedown.
Bobs is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Murhapuro is defending well for now.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bobs. #BC2#
Murhapuro escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bobs keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bobs changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bob Bobs has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pauke Murhapuro.#TD2#
Murhapuro 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.
Bobs on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Bobs tries to get out of the position.#T1#
Murhapuro wants to control from the top but Bobs keeps moving. #ES#
Bobs pushes Murhapuro off and scrambles back to his feet.
Murhapuro moves into range and connects with a jab. #TD2#
Murhapuro drives through with a takedown into guard. #ES#
Bobs pushes Murhapuro off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Murhapuro shoots in looking for a takedown but Bobs manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Murhapuro's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bobs appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Murhapuro takes a swing at Bobs's ribcage but misses.
Murhapuro goes for a double leg but Bobs avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bobs continues to drive forward.
Murhapuro takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Murhapuro swings for the body but Bobs moves out of range.
Bobs drops down looking for a counter takedown but Murhapuro sprawls and moves away.#T2#
A jab from Murhapuro misses.
Murhapuro lands with a good body shot.
Bobs uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Murhapuro.
A quick step to the side and Bobs tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murhapuro throws a jab when Bobs was well out of range.
Bobs changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bob Bobs is winning the standup battle so far.
Murhapuro throws a looping overhand right but Bobs ducks down to avoid it.
Bobs feinted with a counter takedown.
Jab from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro misses the shot to the body.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro swings for the body but Bobs moves out of range.
Bobs is looking to counter the offense by Murhapuro and move into the clinch.
A swing and a miss from Murhapuro.#T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Murhapuro. Bobs does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bobs was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Murhapuro shoots in for a double leg but Bobs sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bobs appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bobs staying out of range there.
Murhapuro throws a big shot that misses.
Bobs feinted with a counter takedown.
Murhapuro misses the shot to the body.
Bobs ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murhapuro moves away.
Murhapuro avoids the body shot from Bobs.
Bobs keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bobs moves away.
Murhapuro closes the distance and clinches up with Bobs, looking for a takedown. Murhapuro pushes Bobs against the cage but Bobs circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bobs drops down looking for a counter takedown but Murhapuro sprawls and moves away.
A punch lands to the side of Bobs 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T4#
Bobs misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murhapuro.
Murhapuro connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bobs takes a swing at Murhapuro's ribcage but misses.
Bobs fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murhapuro manages to avoid it.
Murhapuro shoots in looking for a takedown but Bobs manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Murhapuro's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bobs appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Murhapuro throws a sloppy body shot
and Bobs counters with a straight right hand.
Murhapuro shoots in but no luck this time.
Bobs lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Murhapuro circles away quickly and effectively.
Murhapuro changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bobs tries to avoid it but Murhapuro manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bobs to the ground. Bobs escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Murhapuro shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into 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 Bob Bobs.
I think Bobs 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 29:28
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bob Bobs!
Our winner, Bob Bobs, 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.

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