Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: The Island Season 9, 170 lbs, Round 2
Date: May 05, 2019

#R1#
A left lands for Johnson.#TD#
Ribeiro looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribeiro's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Ribeiro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Johnson sees it coming and defends easily.
Ribeiro content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ribeiro wants to pass the guard but Johnson is defending well.
Ribeiro not doing much here.
Johnson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Johnson.
Ribeiro keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Johnson's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Ribeiro is posturing up here but Johnson has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Ribeiro tries to roll out but it's too tight and Ribeiro has to tap! Slick submission there by Johnson!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Derrick Johnson!

Event: The Island Season 9, 170 lbs, Round 1
Date: May 04, 2019

#R1#
Askcrew ducks under a wild hook from Ribeiro.
Horrible takedown attempt by Askcrew or perhaps it was just good defense by Ribeiro, which made it look bad.
Askcrew tries for a takedown but Ribeiro sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A jab from Ribeiro misses.
Ribeiro moves away from the strike by Askcrew.
Ribeiro half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Askcrew tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ribeiro swivels and escapes.
Marcus Ribeiro has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ren Askcrew.#TD#
Ribeiro looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Askcrew!
Askcrew is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Ribeiro is working to tighten his grip on Askcrew's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Askcrew has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Ribeiro is really squeezing tight and eventually Askcrew passes out! Ribeiro breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Marcus Ribeiro!
Marcus Ribeiro decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SPARTA 43
Date: Apr 19, 2019

#R1##CL#
Aguinaldo has taken the fight to the clinch.
Aguinaldo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ribeiro stalling the fight.
Good body shot from Aguinaldo.
Ribeiro is struggling to control the position.
Aguinaldo stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Aguinaldo keeps control of Ribeiro as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Aguinaldo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ribeiro backwards.
Ribeiro fails to pull guard.
Ribeiro slows down the pace here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aguinaldo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Aguinaldo lands with a short shot to the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T1#
Ribeiro tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #BC#
Aguinaldo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Aguinaldo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Aguinaldo defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Ribeiro.
Aguinaldo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Emilio Aguinaldo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marcus Ribeiro.
Aguinaldo lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Emilio Aguinaldo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ribeiro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Aguinaldo.
Ribeiro has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Aguinaldo finds it's way round the side to connect with Ribeiro's head.
Aguinaldo avoids the body shot from Ribeiro.
Ribeiro throws a hook to the side of Aguinaldo's head but Aguinaldo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Aguinaldo was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ribeiro. Aguinaldo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ribeiro shoots in and drives through. Aguinaldo sprawls well.
It looked like Aguinaldo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#KD#
Aguinaldo cracks Ribeiro with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Ribeiro looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Aguinaldo finish him? #CUT#
It looks like Marcus Ribeiro 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!#KD#
Aguinaldo cracks Ribeiro with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Aguinaldo has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Ribeiro to stand back up!#ROC#
Ribeiro is rocked!
Ribeiro shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Aguinaldo but Aguinaldo pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T2#
Ribeiro misses with a takedown
and Aguinaldo counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#CL#
Aguinaldo closes the distance and pushes Ribeiro back into the cage.
Aguinaldo slowing the pace effectively.
Aguinaldo stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Aguinaldo pushes Ribeiro back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Aguinaldo lands a shoulder strike.
Aguinaldo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Aguinaldo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ribeiro backwards.
Ribeiro taking a breather.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Aguinaldo has Ribeiro pressed against the cage, preventing Ribeiro from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Aguinaldo as Ribeiro tries to tie him up. #T3#
Aguinaldo cracks Ribeiro with a nice body shot.
Aguinaldo lands an uppercut.
Aguinaldo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A right handed body shot lands from Aguinaldo.
Aguinaldo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Aguinaldo lands a shoulder strike.
A short left from Aguinaldo.
Aguinaldo scores with a shoulder strike.
Ribeiro is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Aguinaldo is keeping busy.
Ribeiro dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Ribeiro avoiding damage.
Ribeiro receives a warning from the referee for stalling.
A short left from Aguinaldo. #T4#
Aguinaldo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
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!
Ribeiro is trying to maintain a safe position but Aguinaldo gets an underhook and turns Ribeiro into the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Aguinaldo.
Aguinaldo scores with a shoulder strike.
Ribeiro tries to stall but Aguinaldo uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Ribeiro tries to break free but Aguinaldo pushes him back against the cage.
Ribeiro's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Marcus Ribeiro.#KD#
Aguinaldo lands a big right hand that sends Ribeiro crashing to the mat! Aguinaldo stays standing though and waves Ribeiro back to his feet!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Aguinaldo moves into range and clinches up with Ribeiro.
A short right from Aguinaldo on the inside.
Ribeiro is trying to pull guard but Aguinaldo turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emilio Aguinaldo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Marcus Ribeiro's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##KD#
Aguinaldo feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Ribeiro sprawling to the canvas! Ribeiro rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Aguinaldo finish him?!
Ribeiro is still on wobbly legs! Can Aguinaldo finish him?
Aguinaldo is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Aguinaldo stuns Ribeiro with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ribeiro shoots in but Aguinaldo avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Aguinaldo is looking to counter punch.
Aguinaldo shakes his hands by his side, trying to relax. Ribeiro takes his eyes off the ball for a moment - Aguinaldo sees the opportunity and cracks him with a massive hook! Ribeiro bends double and collapses on top of himself - he's out! The crowd are going absolutely nuts! Wow, what a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Emilio Aguinaldo!
Emilio Aguinaldo retains his welterweight title!
Emilio Aguinaldo seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: SPARTA 38
Date: Apr 07, 2019

#R1#
Khamsing with a body punch. A glancing blow. #TD#
Ribeiro drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Ribeiro working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ribeiro trying to control the position from guard on top but Khamsing is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Khamsing will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Khamsing looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ribeiro works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Khamsing tries to roll over but Ribeiro keeps him under control.#SUB#
Ribeiro is trying to work for a kimura but Khamsing is defending well.
Ribeiro takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Ribeiro 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#
Ribeiro seems to be working for a kimura but Khamsing defends the submission attempt.#T1##SUB#
Ribeiro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Khamsing sees it coming and defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribeiro is keen to just control but Khamsing is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Ribeiro is looking for a kimura but Khamsing is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Ribeiro to get the leverage.
Khamsing is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Ribeiro is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Ribeiro is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Ribeiro is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ribeiro with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Ribeiro is thwarting Khamsing's attempts to control the position.
Ribeiro lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Khamsing really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ribeiro. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Ribeiro is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Khamsing is just riding it out for now. Ribeiro eventually gives up the hold.
Khamsing wants to get back to full guard.
Khamsing looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T3##SUB#
Ribeiro is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Khamsing tries to roll over but Ribeiro keeps him under control.
Ribeiro slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Ribeiro 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.
Ribeiro trying to mount his opponent but Khamsing defends it.
Khamsing is trying to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Ribeiro's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T4#
Khamsing trying to control but Ribeiro postures up. #SUB#
Ribeiro in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Khamsing tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Ribeiro!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Marcus Ribeiro!
After winning the bout, Marcus Ribeiro thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Somrak Khamsing stepped up to the mic, saying 'You are just lucky today!'.

Event: SPARTA 33
Date: Mar 27, 2019

#R1#
Ribeiro throws a shot from downtown. Buchanan moves away and avoids it.
Ribeiro swings for the body but Buchanan moves out of range.
Ribeiro has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Yaw-Yan Ardigma in the buildup to the fight.
Buchanan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ribeiro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Buchanan manages to avoid it.
Buchanan throws a jab but it's blocked by Ribeiro.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ribeiro. Buchanan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Buchanan works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Buchanan fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ribeiro avoids it really well and circles away.
Ribeiro throws a looping overhand right but Buchanan ducks down to avoid it.
Buchanan with the counter takedown but Ribeiro avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribeiro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Buchanan.
Ribeiro misses with an uppercut.
Ribeiro throws a looping overhand right but Buchanan ducks down to avoid it.
Buchanan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Ribeiro bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ribeiro takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T1#
Buchanan misses with a wild body shot.
Buchanan tries for a takedown but Ribeiro sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Ribeiro attempts a counter takedown but Buchanan avoids it well and moves away.
Ribeiro throws a body shot but no joy.
Buchanan throws a hook to the side of Ribeiro's head but Ribeiro sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ribeiro avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ribeiro tries for a takedown but Buchanan sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Ribeiro looks to throw the jab but Buchanan is out of range.
Ribeiro throws a hook to the side of Buchanan's head but Buchanan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ribeiro throws a hook but Buchanan blocks it.
And Buchanan tries to counter it with a takedown but Ribeiro pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD2#
Buchanan throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Ribeiro was covering up waiting for the punch and Buchanan finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Buchanan content to stall in guard here.
Buchanan throws a big right hand that misses. #T2#
Buchanan scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ribeiro is trying to keep Buchanan in close.
Ribeiro wants to sweep here but Buchanan controlling him for the moment.
Buchanan trying to control but Ribeiro is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Ribeiro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Buchanan accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Buchanan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Buchanan has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Yaw-Yan Ardigma. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB#
Ribeiro is looking to cinch up a triangle. Buchanan throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Ribeiro's body to avoid the submission. Ribeiro has instead reached around Buchanan's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Ribeiro arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Marcus Ribeiro!
Our winner, Marcus Ribeiro, 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: SPARTA 28
Date: Mar 15, 2019

#R1#
Ribeiro throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Blackbeard to counter with a crisp jab.
Blackbeard scores with a jab to the body.
Blackbeard bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A quick step to the side and Blackbeard tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ribeiro misses with an uppercut
and Blackbeard counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ribeiro avoids the body shot from Blackbeard.
Ribeiro 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.
Blackbeard darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Blackbeard connects with a body shot that sends Ribeiro's belly button to the back.
Blackbeard is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Ribeiro takes one on the button.
Blackbeard bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ribeiro's head backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Blackbeard lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ribeiro at a distance.
Blackbeard definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Blackbeard digs a good hook to Ribeiro's body.
Ribeiro throws a jab but it's blocked by Blackbeard.
Ribeiro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Blackbeard moves away.
Ribeiro closes this distance looking for a takedown but Blackbeard circles away.
Ribeiro throws a predictable looking body shot #KD#
and Blackbeard counters with a crisp right hand that drops Ribeiro! Blackbeard lets Ribeiro back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#
Ribeiro is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Marcus Ribeiro has been cut.#T1#
Blackbeard cracks Ribeiro on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Ribeiro falls backwards against the cage. Blackbeard follows up with more strikes that drop Ribeiro to his knees. Blackbeard keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Ribeiro! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Duke Blackbeard!
Duke Blackbeard retains his welterweight title!
A victorious Duke Blackbeard thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SPARTA 23
Date: Mar 03, 2019

#R1#
Buchanan fails with a takedown attempt.
Ribeiro fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Buchanan avoids it really well and circles away.
Buchanan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fighters circling - Ribeiro throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Buchanan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ribeiro.
Ribeiro has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Yaw-Yan Ardigma in the buildup to the fight.
Buchanan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A jab from Ribeiro misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Buchanan.
Ribeiro half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Buchanan looks to throw the jab but Ribeiro is out of range.
Ribeiro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Buchanan manages to avoid it.
Buchanan's coach down at Yaw-Yan Ardigma was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Buchanan's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Buchanan throws a lazy right hand but Ribeiro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Buchanan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Buchanan throws a jab but it's blocked by Ribeiro.
Nice defenses there by Buchanan.
Ribeiro shoots in but no luck this time.
Ribeiro fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marcus Ribeiro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A slow jab from Buchanan misses its intended target.
Ribeiro shoots in and drives through. Buchanan sprawls well.
Buchanan misses with a body shot. #TD2#
Buchanan shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Ribeiro napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Ribeiro tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Buchanan wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Ribeiro takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Buchanan controls the position.
Ribeiro is trying to control Buchanan's posture but Buchanan avoids it.
Ribeiro gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Ribeiro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Buchanan pulls his head out easily. #T2##SUB#
Ribeiro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Buchanan pulls his head out easily.
Ribeiro is trying to get back to full guard.
Buchanan working over Ribeiro with some ground and pound. Ribeiro looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Buchanan is nestled in close to Ribeiro, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Ribeiro is pressing down on Buchanan's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Ribeiro is looking for a triangle but Buchanan pushes his legs off easily.
Buchanan wants to control from the top but Ribeiro keeps moving. #SUB#
Ribeiro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Buchanan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Buchanan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ribeiro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Buchanan connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Ribeiro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Buchanan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Buchanan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Buchanan wants to control from the top but Ribeiro keeps moving.
Ribeiro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Buchanan lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Buchanan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribeiro is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Ribeiro working for a triangle but Buchanan defends it easily. #SUB#
Ribeiro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Buchanan defends well.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ribeiro is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB#
Ribeiro drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Buchanan manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Ribeiro has Buchanan in his guard.#REVB##T4#
Ribeiro trying to control the position. #SUB#
Ribeiro pushes a forearm under Buchanan's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Buchanan is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Marcus Ribeiro!
After winning the bout, Marcus Ribeiro thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: SPARTA 20
Date: Feb 24, 2019

#R1#
Aguinaldo stuffs the takedown attempt from Ribeiro. Ribeiro gets slowly back to his feet.
Ribeiro throws an overhand right that lands on Aguinaldo's shoulder, as Aguinaldo tries to avoid the shot.
Aguinaldo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Aguinaldo avoids the body shot from Ribeiro.
An attempted straight right counter from Aguinaldo misses the target.
Ribeiro fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD2#
Ribeiro shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Ribeiro showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Let's hope that Ribeiro has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Ribeiro postures up and lands a big shot to Aguinaldo's brow.
Ribeiro works over Aguinaldo with some ground and pound from guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribeiro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Aguinaldo is keeping the position for now.
Ribeiro with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Ribeiro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Aguinaldo keeping moving, preventing Ribeiro from controlling successfully. #T1#
Aguinaldo is controlling Ribeiro's posture.
Aguinaldo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ribeiro is one step ahead there.
Ribeiro pushes down on Aguinaldo's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ribeiro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Aguinaldo keeps working.
Aguinaldo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ribeiro on the ground.#SUB2#
Ribeiro is looking for a kimura here.
Aguinaldo has his hands clasped together around Ribeiro's back. He's all about the action.
Aguinaldo wants to improve his position but Ribeiro is controlling well.
Ribeiro wants to control but Aguinaldo is keeping him busy.
Aguinaldo wants to improve his position but Ribeiro is controlling well. #T2##SUB2#
Ribeiro is working for a kimura but Aguinaldo is defending it quite comfortably.
Aguinaldo wants to improve his position but Ribeiro is controlling well.
Aguinaldo is working hard here to advance position.
Ribeiro has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Yaw-Yan Ardigma. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
Ribeiro is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Aguinaldo is just riding it out for now. Ribeiro eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribeiro tries to pass the half guard into mount. Aguinaldo knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Ribeiro is working for a kimura but Aguinaldo is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Ribeiro in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Aguinaldo tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Ribeiro!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Marcus Ribeiro!
A relieved looking Marcus Ribeiro thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Emilio Aguinaldo spoke after the fight, saying 'A man can be destroyed but not defeated... I will pickup the pieces that I learned today and will grow from it.'.

Event: SPARTA 13: Duke B. vs. Ribeiro
Date: Feb 03, 2019

#R1#
Nice uppercut there from Blackbeard.
Ribeiro misses with a right hand
and Blackbeard counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Blackbeard changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Blackbeard lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A shot to the liver by Blackbeard. Beautiful body shot.
Ribeiro throws a lazy uppercut
and Blackbeard cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A lazy left from Blackbeard finds it's target.
Ribeiro doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ribeiro rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #KD#
and Blackbeard counters with a crisp right hand that drops Ribeiro! Blackbeard lets Ribeiro back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Ribeiro rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ribeiro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC#
Ribeiro is rocked!
Ribeiro throws a shot from downtown. Blackbeard moves away and avoids it.
Blackbeard lands a really nice looking cross but Ribeiro seems unphased.
Blackbeard scores with a jab to the head.
Ribeiro takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Blackbeard scores with a nice right hand.
Ribeiro is still on wobbly legs! Can Blackbeard finish him?
Blackbeard listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T1#
Blackbeard fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Blackbeard is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Blackbeard lands with a shot to the body.
Ribeiro seems to have recovered his senses.
Blackbeard comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ribeiro looks winded!#KD#
Blackbeard drops Ribeiro with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Ribeiro looks back up at him and smiles so Blackbeard waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Ribeiro is holding his hands too far apart here. Blackbeard throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Ribeiro is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Duke Blackbeard!
Duke Blackbeard retains his welterweight title!
A victorious Duke Blackbeard thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SPARTA 9: Aguinaldo vs Duke B.
Date: Jan 20, 2019

#R1##TD2#
Ribeiro gets caught napping as Korang dives in and scores a takedown. Ribeiro manages to retain guard.
Ribeiro is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Ribeiro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ribeiro keeping moving, preventing Korang from controlling successfully.
Ribeiro controlling Korang's posture. #SUB#
Ribeiro has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Korang doesn't defend quickly enough and Ribeiro has managed to lock this one up! Can Korang escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Ribeiro on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Marcus Ribeiro!
During a confident post fight interview, Marcus Ribeiro thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: ST. PIERRE vs. BLACKBEARD
Date: Jan 09, 2019

#R1#
Ribeiro shoots in for a double leg but Smith sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Smith changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ribeiro tries to avoid it but Smith manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ribeiro to the ground. Ribeiro escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Smith looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ribeiro avoids the head kick by Smith.
Ribeiro swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Smith throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Ribeiro.#TD2#
Ribeiro dives in and scores a takedown into Smith's guard.
Ribeiro is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Let's hope that Ribeiro has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T1##SUB#
Smith is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ribeiro defends well.
Ribeiro controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ribeiro has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Temp Spar Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
Ribeiro drops back, looking for a kneebar! Smith looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Smith looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Smith! #REVR#
Ribeiro struggling a bit here.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
This fight is sponsored by Chainsaw 7. More blood and guts and stuff like that, in cinemas everywhere now!#SUB#
Smith goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Ribeiro rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Smith's guard! Nice work there by Ribeiro! #SUB2#
Ribeiro drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ribeiro jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ribeiro wants to pass the guard but Smith is keeping the position.
Ribeiro slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3#
Smith wants to sweep but no luck.
Ribeiro 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smith tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Smith is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Smith looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Ribeiro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Smith swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ribeiro is stalling in the full guard.
Smith keeping moving, preventing Ribeiro from controlling successfully.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Smith will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The fight stays on the outside here - Smith looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribeiro throws a hook but Smith blocks it.
Ribeiro throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL#
and Smith counters by clinching up.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Marcus Ribeiro will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Smith uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ribeiro. #TD#
Smith shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Smith was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Ribeiro is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Smith's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Ribeiro is defending against the submission attempts here by Smith.
Ribeiro trying to control from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribeiro might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Smith haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribeiro is refusing to be controlled, as Smith sits in half guard. #T1##SUB#
Ribeiro is defending against the submission attempts here by Smith. #SUB#
Smith is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ribeiro is just riding it out for now. Smith eventually gives up the hold.
Ribeiro wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Smith is keen to just control but Ribeiro is a slippery customer.
Smith thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Ribeiro gets back to full guard.
Ribeiro has control of Smith's left arm, preventing Smith from doing any damage.
Ribeiro is continuing to stall.
Ribeiro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Smith fails to land the takedown.#T3#
Smith shoots for a double leg takedown but Ribeiro sprawls well. He's pushed Smith's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A big left from Ribeiro misses.
Ribeiro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smith.
Smith slaps away a takedown attempt from Ribeiro, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ribeiro throws a body punch but Smith moves out of range. #TD2#
Ribeiro drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Marcus Ribeiro has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ribeiro trying to control the position from guard on top but Smith is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Smith striking off his back but it's not causing Ribeiro any problems. #T4#
Smith being controlled here, momentarily.
Ribeiro pushes down on Smith's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Smith throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Ribeiro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Smith keeps working. #SUB#
Smith looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Ribeiro is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Ribeiro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Marcus Ribeiro will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Smith shoots for a double leg takedown but Ribeiro sprawls well. He's pushed Smith's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Ribeiro with the counter takedown but Smith avoids it easily.
Ribeiro missing with a left hand there. Smith was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ribeiro shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Smith pinned against the cage. Smith gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Marcus Ribeiro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ribeiro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Smith went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Smith misses with a takedown attempt - Ribeiro sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribeiro misses with a wild body shot.
Smith tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Ribeiro manages to circle out of the way.
Ribeiro swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Smith counters with a two punch combo. #TD2#
Ribeiro looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Smith!#T1#
Smith regains half guard there - taking advantage of Ribeiro's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Ribeiro is taking a breather. Smith says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB2#
Ribeiro seems to be working for a kimura but Smith defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Ribeiro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Ribeiro is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Smith doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Ribeiro.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ribeiro in particular looking to stall.
Ribeiro passes to side control.
Smith wants to control but Ribeiro postures up.#T3##SUB2#
Ribeiro working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Smith being controlled for a moment. #SUB2#
Ribeiro is trying to get an arm triangle but Smith is defending well. #SUB2#
Ribeiro is trying to get an arm triangle but Smith is defending well.
Marcus Ribeiro is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Ribeiro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Smith keeps working.
Smith tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Ribeiro in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Smith is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Marcus Ribeiro!
During a confident post fight interview, Marcus Ribeiro thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SPARTA 2: Smith vs. Ribeiro
Date: Dec 26, 2018

#R1#
Smith shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ribeiro sprawls well. Ribeiro wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Smith gets slowly back to his feet.
Ribeiro stuffs the takedown attempt from Smith. Smith gets slowly back to his feet.
Smith changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ribeiro tries to avoid it but Smith manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ribeiro to the ground. Ribeiro escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Baker Smith. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ribeiro misses with a body punch
and Smith counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Ribeiro is lucky that one didn't land flush.
A slapping body kick lands there for Smith.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribeiro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smith moves away.#TD#
Smith dives in and scores a takedown into Ribeiro's guard.#SUB2#
Ribeiro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Smith defends it easily.
Smith working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Smith trying to control but Ribeiro is working from the bottom.
Smith postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ribeiro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Smith is one step ahead there.
Smith is fighting to break Ribeiro's control of his arms but Ribeiro is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Ribeiro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Ribeiro looking for a sweep. Not yet Ribeiro, not yet.
Ribeiro seems keen to control Smith's posture.
Smith working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ribeiro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ribeiro trying to control the position.
Ribeiro looking for a sweep. Not yet Ribeiro, not yet. #T3##SUB2#
Ribeiro is looking for a triangle here but Smith uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribeiro is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ribeiro can't do much from the bottom here.
Smith wants to control but Ribeiro is keeping him busy.
Smith misses with the ground and pound.
Smith looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Smith looking to control but instead Ribeiro has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Ribeiro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Smith's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Smith's back!#SUB2#
Ribeiro is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Smith is tapping out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Marcus Ribeiro!
An out of breath Marcus Ribeiro thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 15, 2018

#R1#
Ribeiro tries to move into range but Aoki moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Aoki should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.#TD2#
Aoki shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Ribeiro is trying to defend but Aoki finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
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.
Ribeiro tries to get to full guard but Aoki has control of the leg.
Aoki throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Aoki wants to pass to mount but Ribeiro is defending the position.
Ribeiro is trying to maintain the position but Aoki is very close to passing his half guard.
Ribeiro is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribeiro is trying to maintain the position but Aoki is very close to passing his half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ribeiro moves into full guard. #T1##SUB#
Ribeiro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Aoki trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribeiro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ribeiro looking to control. #SUB#
Ribeiro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Aoki trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribeiro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Ribeiro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Aoki scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Aoki accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Aoki with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ribeiro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Aoki is one step ahead there.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Aoki with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Aoki lands a couple of digs.#SUB2#
Aoki thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Aoki wants to control from the top but Ribeiro keeps moving.
Ribeiro trying to keep a closed guard but Aoki is proving a slippery customer.
Aoki advances to half guard. #T3#
Aoki takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Ribeiro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ribeiro trying to hold on to Aoki's head to control him but Aoki postures up.
Ribeiro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Aoki's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Aoki's back!
Ribeiro is breathing heavily.
Aoki turns into Ribeiro and is now in his guard.
Aoki postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Aoki works over Ribeiro with some ground and pound from guard.
Aoki wants to control from the top but Ribeiro keeps moving.
Aoki slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Aoki looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T4#
Ribeiro is looking for a sweep.
Ribeiro is not content to let Aoki control the position.
Ribeiro is working to avoid the ground and pound but Aoki connects with a decent elbow. #SUB2#
Aoki tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Aoki throws an elbow but Ribeiro slips to the side and avoids it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shinya Aoki dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Ribeiro drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Ribeiro working away.
Aoki has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Aoki tries to buck Ribeiro off but Ribeiro is having none of it.
Aoki has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Aoki is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Ribeiro tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Ribeiro has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Ribeiro trying to control the position but Aoki is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Ribeiro is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Aoki has escaped the position, nice work there.
Ribeiro in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T1#
Aoki is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Ribeiro is trying to get an arm triangle but Aoki is defending well.
Ribeiro working the ground and pound.
Ribeiro trying to control the action but Aoki is working from the bottom.
Aoki manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ribeiro's best efforts.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Aoki is looking to control Ribeiro's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Aoki avoid being mounted?
Aoki is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ribeiro's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ribeiro's back!#SUB2#
Aoki is working hard for the rear naked choke here. #SUB2#
Aoki has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Ribeiro tries to roll but Aoki sticks to his back.
Ribeiro trying to control the action but Aoki just sinks the hooks in.
Aoki somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back. #T3#
Ribeiro trying to control the hands but Aoki breaks the grip.
Aoki struggling to keep hold of the position. #SUB2#
Aoki is looking for the choke from the back position but Ribeiro is controlling his hands well.
Aoki has the hooks in. Ribeiro is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB2#
Aoki is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Ribeiro is defending well though. Aoki let's go of the attempt for now.
Aoki is not going to allow Ribeiro to sit and survive in this position. #SUB2#
Aoki working for a choke but Ribeiro reverses nicely into Aoki 's guard. #SUB2#
Aoki looking for a guillotine here but Ribeiro defends easily. #T4#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ribeiro's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ribeiro in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Aoki not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Aoki working for a triangle but Ribeiro defends it easily.
Ribeiro passes into half guard.
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 Marcus Ribeiro will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Ribeiro scores with a takedown into Aoki's guard.
Aoki looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ribeiro wants to pass the guard but Aoki is keeping the position.
Aoki trying to control the position.
Aoki keeping moving, preventing Ribeiro from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki controls Ribeiro momentarily but Ribeiro frees himself.
Aoki keeping moving, preventing Ribeiro from controlling successfully. #T1##SUB2#
Aoki is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ribeiro is aware though and is defending well.
Ribeiro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aoki swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Aoki looking to control.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Aoki takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ribeiro passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Ribeiro looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Aoki tries to bench press Ribeiro off him but Ribeiro keeps the position. #T2#
Aoki keeping his opponent close.
Ribeiro is looking to take a break and control but Aoki is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Ribeiro swings around for an armbar but Aoki sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Ribeiro's guard.#T3#
Ribeiro keeping moving, preventing Aoki from controlling successfully.
Aoki won't allow Ribeiro to sweep him here.
Aoki with a nice head shot there.
Aoki tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribeiro is retaining full guard.
Shinya Aoki has got the better of the ground game so far.
Aoki working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Aoki wants to control from the top but Ribeiro keeps moving.
Aoki missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Ribeiro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Aoki passes Ribeiro's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T4#
Aoki tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ribeiro knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ribeiro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ribeiro is staying active underneath Aoki, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Aoki sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ribeiro defending well though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Aoki looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Aoki is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ribeiro defends it well.

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 Marcus Ribeiro.
I think Ribeiro 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:29
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 29:28
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Marcus Ribeiro!
A very excited looking Marcus Ribeiro made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

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