Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: STRIKE! - mma 2
Date: Feb 25, 2024

#R1#
Luokkamaki throws a series of punches but McKraken moves out of range.
Luokkamaki's corner calls for a 1-2. Luokkamaki obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Luokkamaki lands a leg kick that knocks McKraken off balance momentarily.
McKraken takes a swing at Luokkamaki's ribcage but misses.
Luokkamaki misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McKraken.
McKraken looks to land a left hand but Luokkamaki moved out of range nicely.
Luokkamaki connects with a leg kick.
Luokkamaki misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McKraken.
Luokkamaki throws a body shot but no joy.
McKraken half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Luokkamaki waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McKraken.
McKraken avoids the body shot from Luokkamaki.
A bone on bone clash there as McKraken blocks the leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken avoids a kick to the body.
Luokkamaki pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
As Luokkamaki tries to get set, McKraken tries to push him back and clinch up but Luokkamaki manages to avoid the attempt.
McKraken fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Luokkamaki manages to avoid it.
Luokkamaki avoids the body shot from McKraken.
McKraken 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. #T1#
McKraken uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Luokkamaki.
McKraken slips under a jab.
McKraken wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Luokkamaki is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down McKraken rather than just go for the knockout.
Good leg kick by Luokkamaki.
Luokkamaki lands a nice leg kick that just misses McKraken's sensitive parts.
McKraken moves out of range as Luokkamaki strikes.
McKraken moves away from the strike by Luokkamaki.
Luokkamaki misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A leg kick checked by McKraken.
Luokkamaki ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McKraken moves away.
Luokkamaki throws a wild body kick that McKraken sees coming a mile off.
Luokkamaki throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Luokkamaki scoring well with a low kick there.
McKraken misses with a hook. Luokkamaki ducked under it nicely.
McKraken throws out a loose jab but Luokkamaki uses good head movement to avoid it.
Luokkamaki works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
McKraken uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Luokkamaki.#T2#
The fight stays on the outside here - McKraken looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
McKraken swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Luokkamaki with a nice calf kick.
Good exchange - Luokkamaki coming out on top.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McKraken takes a body punch but keeps moving.
McKraken uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Luokkamaki.
Luokkamaki throws a hook but McKraken blocks it.
Luokkamaki takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Luokkamaki throws a wild body kick that McKraken sees coming a mile off.
McKraken avoids a kick to the body.
McKraken throws a chopping leg kick but Luokkamaki manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Luokkamaki leaves McKraken with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
McKraken throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Luokkamaki.
McKraken fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T3#
McKraken misses with a body shot.
McKraken throws a leg kick but Luokkamaki sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Luokkamaki cracks McKraken with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Luokkamaki misses with a leg kick #TD#
and McKraken counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
McKraken looking to pass the guard.
Luokkamaki utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
McKraken forces his way into half guard.
McKraken seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
McKraken seems to be looking for submissions. #T4#
Luokkamaki holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
McKraken stalling away here and it's allowed Luokkamaki to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
McKraken trying to control but Luokkamaki is working from the bottom.
McKraken controls from within his opponent's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jere Luokkamaki dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Luokkamaki chopping away at his opponent's legs.
McKraken avoids the body shot from Luokkamaki.
Both fighters circling a little - Luokkamaki finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Luokkamaki throws a big shot that misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Luokkamaki.
McKraken wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Luokkamaki looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
McKraken is looking to counter the offense by Luokkamaki and move into the clinch.
McKraken will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Gemechu McKraken is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McKraken misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick lands for Luokkamaki.
Luokkamaki tries to work over McKraken's front leg with a kick but McKraken checks it.
Luokkamaki looks to throw a body kick#CL#
and McKraken counters by moving into the clinch.
Luokkamaki lands a left hand that snaps the head of McKraken backwards.
Luokkamaki blocking some punches.
McKraken trying to stall but Luokkamaki improves his position. #T1#
Luokkamaki working aggressively here.
McKraken blocks a body shot from Luokkamaki. #BC2#
Luokkamaki breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Luokkamaki moves out of range as McKraken strikes.
Luokkamaki flicks out a counter leg kick but McKraken steps away.
Luokkamaki wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
That kick from Luokkamaki tenderised McKraken's leg. McKraken is trying to keep his angry face on.
McKraken moves out of range of the strikes.
McKraken feinted with a counter takedown.
A solid leg kick lands there for Luokkamaki.
Luokkamaki swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McKraken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Luokkamaki smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
McKraken fails with an attempt to clinch.
Luokkamaki throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Luokkamaki has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McKraken steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Luokkamaki.
A punch combination from Luokkamaki misses.
McKraken seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Luokkamaki throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Luokkamaki ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T2#
Luokkamaki tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McKraken tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Luokkamaki manages to circle out of the way.
Jere Luokkamaki seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Luokkamaki connects with a body shot that sends McKraken's belly button to the back.
Jere Luokkamaki is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McKraken moves in looking to clinch but Luokkamaki pushes him off.
McKraken checks a low kick from Luokkamaki.
Luokkamaki throws a body shot but no joy.
Luokkamaki lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A thudding body kick lands there by Luokkamaki!
Luokkamaki blocks a leg kick.
McKraken misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McKraken is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Luokkamaki fakes a jab and throws a low kick but McKraken checks it well.
Luokkamaki lands an overhand right.
Luokkamaki misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McKraken.
Luokkamaki throws a looping overhand right but McKraken ducks down to avoid it.
McKraken tries to counter by clinching up but Luokkamaki breaks away and moves out of range.
McKraken avoids the body shot from Luokkamaki.
Luokkamaki looks for the body kick but McKraken saw that one coming. #T3#
A clash of legs there as Luokkamaki blocks the low kick.
Luokkamaki connects with a leg kick.
Luokkamaki throws a leg kick but McKraken sees it coming and moves out of range.
McKraken tries to counter by clinching up but Luokkamaki breaks away and moves out of range.
Luokkamaki goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McKraken takes one to the side of the head.
Luokkamaki lands with a nice body kick.
McKraken loads up on a big right hand but Luokkamaki slips the punch.
McKraken misses with a double jab.
Jere Luokkamaki seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McKraken dodges the punch combination from Luokkamaki.
McKraken's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Luokkamaki connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! McKraken scrambles back to his feet.
A head kick misses from Luokkamaki.
McKraken seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Luokkamaki feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits McKrakens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T4#
A good leg kick by Luokkamaki.
Luokkamaki moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
McKraken stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Luokkamaki.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McKraken throws a right and a left that Luokkamaki avoids nicely.
Luokkamaki moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McKraken misses with a wild body shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Luokkamaki.
Luokkamaki throws the kick towards the body but McKraken avoids it.
Luokkamaki throws a jab when McKraken was well out of range.
Luokkamaki misses with a body kick.
McKraken stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Luokkamaki.
McKraken blocks a head kick by Luokkamaki.
As Luokkamaki tries to get set, McKraken tries to push him back and clinch up but Luokkamaki manages to avoid the attempt.
Luokkamaki throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McKraken walks into a left hand.
Luokkamaki misses with a kick to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jere Luokkamaki 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#
Luokkamaki looks for the body kick but McKraken saw that one coming.
Luokkamaki scores with the left hand. McKraken knows he should have avoided that one.
McKraken misses with a series of wild punches.
McKraken avoids the body shot from Luokkamaki.
Luokkamaki misses with a kick to the body #CL#
and McKraken moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Luokkamaki breaks from the clinch.
Luokkamaki throws a quick inside leg kick.
Luokkamaki jabs McKraken to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Luokkamaki throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Good exchange - Luokkamaki coming out on top.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from McKraken misses.
Luokkamaki swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Good standup being displayed there by Luokkamaki as he connects with a hook.
Luokkamaki misses with a low kick.
McKraken moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
McKraken throws a hook but Luokkamaki avoids it easily.
McKraken defending well as Luokkamaki loads up on a big left hand.
McKraken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Danga de danga de dang - McKraken scores with a four punch combination!
Luokkamaki works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
McKraken is looking to chop away at Luokkamaki's legs.
A low kick lands for Luokkamaki.
McKraken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McKraken feinted with a counter takedown.
Luokkamaki throws a body punch but McKraken moves out of range.
McKraken will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Luokkamaki ducks under a wild hook from McKraken.
Luokkamaki lands the left hand.
McKraken tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
McKraken misses with a looping left.
Gemechu McKraken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Luokkamaki works McKraken's body with a nice hook.
A good leg kick by Luokkamaki.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McKraken takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Luokkamaki tries a head kick but it misses.
Luokkamaki throws an off balance right hand #CL#
and McKraken holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
McKraken wants to stall.
Luokkamaki swings wildly with an uppercut but McKraken uses good head movement to avoid it.
Luokkamaki blocks an uppercut.
McKraken scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as McKraken takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
McKraken looking to stall. #BC2#
Luokkamaki breaks the clinch.
Nice cross by Luokkamaki.#T3#
Luokkamaki throws out a powerful jab.
Luokkamaki misses with a wild body shot.
McKraken lands with a nice combination. Luokkamaki backs away looking to recover.
Luokkamaki dodges the punch combination from McKraken.
McKraken gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Luokkamaki misses with an attempted mid kick.
Luokkamaki throws a body kick that misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Luokkamaki.
Luokkamaki misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McKraken.
McKraken seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Luokkamaki moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
McKraken takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Luokkamaki throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McKraken lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McKraken displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Luokkamaki throws out the jab.
A chopping leg kick lands by Luokkamaki.
Luokkamaki throws a front kick that sends McKraken stumbling back into the cage.
McKraken takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
McKraken misses with a wild body shot.
McKraken on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Luokkamaki. Luokkamaki obviously looking to wear him down.
Luokkamaki lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
McKraken throws a big shot that misses.
McKraken lands a jab to the head.
Luokkamaki with the inside leg kick.
McKraken looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Jab by Luokkamaki.
McKraken cracks Luokkamaki with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Luokkamaki digs a good hook to McKraken's body.
Luokkamaki misses with a series of wild punches.
McKraken drops down looking for a counter takedown but Luokkamaki sprawls and moves away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jere Luokkamaki comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Luokkamaki 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 Aken scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jere Luokkamaki!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 31, 2024

#R1##TD#
Pugsley looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
McKraken trying to control here.
McKraken is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McKraken trying to control from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Pugsley haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
McKraken taking some punishment here, with Pugsley in his half guard.
McKraken is controlling Pugsley's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T1#
McKraken works his way to full guard. Good work.
Pugsley throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Pugsley postures up in McKraken's guard and throws a big left but McKraken blocks it.
Pugsley preventing the sweep.
Pugsley trying to control but McKraken is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
McKraken is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pugsley is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
McKraken escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Pugsley gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
McKraken wants to sweep here but Pugsley controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Pugsley postures up and lands a big shot to McKraken's brow.
Pugsley with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
McKraken trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
McKraken is striking off his back. Pugsley thinks nothing of it though and passes easily into half guard. #SUB#
Pugsley seems to be looking for submissions.
Pugsley wants to control but McKraken is keeping him busy.
We've been hearing that Pugsley has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Pugsley is looking to advance position but McKraken won't allow it.
Pugsley prevents McKraken from improving his position.#T3#
McKraken keeps trying to improve his position.
McKraken throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
McKraken trying to hold on to Pugsley's head to control him but Pugsley postures up.
McKraken gets back to full guard.
Pugsley looking to sit in guard and control but McKraken gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
McKraken is looking to work some ground and pound but Pugsley has wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4##SUB#
Pugsley looking for a guillotine here but McKraken defends easily. #SUB#
Pugsley working for a triangle but McKraken defends it easily.
McKraken working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Arthur Pugsley dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD#
Pugsley darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
McKraken makes his way to full guard. A much better position for McKraken.
McKraken is looking to sweep but instead, Pugsley has passed into half guard. #SUB#
McKraken is defending against the submission attempts here by Pugsley.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken wants to improve his position but Pugsley is controlling well. #T1##SUB#
Pugsley is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McKraken sees it coming and defends easily.
Pugsley lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
McKraken moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
McKraken bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Pugsley's guard. #REVB#
McKraken won't allow Pugsley to sweep him here.
McKraken is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Pugsley looking for submissions from the bottom but instead McKraken passes into half guard.
Pugsley is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McKraken can do to turn this around?
McKraken passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Pugsley! #T3#
Pugsley wants to control but McKraken is having none of it.
McKraken is in the full mount, landing strikes.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, McKraken cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Pugsley gets back to half guard.#T4#
Pugsley wants to improve his position but McKraken is controlling well.
McKraken wants to control but Pugsley is keeping him busy.
Pugsley makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Pugsley.
McKraken tries to free his leg and advance position but Pugsley is retaining full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Pugsley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Pugsley is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McKraken defends well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Gemechu McKraken will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
McKraken avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #TD#
Pugsley throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. McKraken was covering up waiting for the punch and Pugsley finishes the takedown easily into guard.
McKraken 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken is trying to hold Pugsley in close to prevent damage but Pugsley has managed to pass into half guard.
McKraken wants to control but Pugsley is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
McKraken gets full guard.
Pugsley postures up and lands a big shot to McKraken's brow.
Arthur Pugsley overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Pugsley wants to control from the top but McKraken keeps moving.
McKraken not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Pugsley trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McKraken can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Pugsley controls the pace.
McKraken trying to control the position. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Pugsley landing with the ground and pound.
McKraken is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pugsley is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
McKraken looking to control but Pugsley passes into half guard.
Pugsley prevents McKraken from improving his position.
Pugsley landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T3#
The fighters are battling for position here. McKraken manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now McKraken is on top in guard. #REVB##SUB#
Pugsley is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
McKraken avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
McKraken slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T4#
Check out the look on McKraken's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
McKraken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pugsley keeps working. #SUB2#
McKraken is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Pugsley is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Pugsley tries to bench press McKraken off him but McKraken keeps the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Arthur Pugsley showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Pugsley 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Arthur Pugsley!

Event: SMASH: Obama vs Dankovich
Date: Sep 03, 2023

#R1#
Lvavatai misses with a wild combination.
McKraken punishes Lvavatai 's body with a nice straight punch.
Lvavatai with a hook.#TD#
McKraken gets a double leg takedown into Lvavatai 's guard.
McKraken looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
McKraken is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lvavatai wants to stand but McKraken is controlling the position.
McKraken controlling from the top position.
McKraken wants to stand but Lvavatai is controlling his posture from full guard. #T1##ES2#
Lvavatai is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. McKraken presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Lvavatai is trying to break the clinch but McKraken has him pressed against the cage.
McKraken dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
McKraken wants a takedown.
McKraken will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Lvavatai up against the cage.
Lvavatai tries to break free but McKraken pushes him back against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
McKraken prevents Lvavatai from breaking the clinch.#T2#
McKraken is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Lvavatai is defending well for now.#BC2#
Lvavatai pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
McKraken moves into the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lvavatai .
McKraken manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
McKraken scores with a hook to the body.
Lvavatai is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC2#
Lvavatai breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McKraken connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
McKraken throws a push kick but Lvavatai slaps the foot to one side.
Lvavatai pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McKraken dives in and grabs Lvavatai 's left leg, looking for a takedown. Lvavatai pushes down on McKraken's head and hops out.
Lvavatai feints a counter leg kick.
Lvavatai blocks a leg kick.
Lvavatai is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T3##CL#
McKraken takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
McKraken breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
McKraken clinches. #BC2#
Lvavatai breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lvavatai avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McKraken throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lvavatai 's waist but Lvavatai gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing McKraken off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lvavatai fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A punch combination from Lvavatai misses. #TD#
McKraken shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Lvavatai is trying to stand up here but McKraken is controlling him well. #ES2#
Lvavatai manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. McKraken keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
Lvavatai escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T4#
Lvavatai connects with a right hand. McKraken shakes it off.
A big right from Lvavatai misses.
McKraken gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
McKraken avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
McKraken fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lvavatai wants to land a leg kick but McKraken is out of range.
McKraken misses with a series of wild punches.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lvavatai throws a good cross that connects. #CL#
McKraken pushes Lvavatai up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
McKraken has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Lvavatai uses from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lvavatai would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tiaoali Lvavatai will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Lvavatai throws a hook to the side of McKraken's head but McKraken sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lvavatai is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McKraken. #TD#
McKraken drives through with a takedown into guard.
McKraken not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Lvavatai wants to stand and escape but McKraken is having none of it.
McKraken lands a couple of digs.
McKraken stands up over Lvavatai , holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Lvavatai wants to stand up but McKraken is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken throwing strikes from guard but Lvavatai blocks nicely.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Lvavatai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McKraken sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1##ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Lvavatai manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
McKraken has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Lvavatai is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Lvavatai wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
McKraken throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Lvavatai blocks it with crossed arms.
Lvavatai is trying to break free.
McKraken keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lvavatai 's efforts to push away.
McKraken looking for a takedown.
McKraken misses with an elbow over the top.#BC2#
Lvavatai breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A jab lands there for Lvavatai .
Lvavatai throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2##CL#
McKraken rushes Lvavatai and presses him up against the cage.
Lvavatai has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Lvavatai wants to get back to striking at distance but McKraken won't allow it.
McKraken controlling the action here for a moment.
Lvavatai is looking to break free of the clinch but McKraken has double underhooks.
McKraken stalling the fight.
McKraken changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Lvavatai fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lvavatai throws a lazy right hand but McKraken sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McKraken tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lvavatai swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
McKraken gets a clinch.
McKraken scores with a nice hook to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lvavatai is trying to break free.#BC#
McKraken escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lvavatai avoids the body shot from McKraken. #T3#
Lvavatai throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McKraken takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
McKraken defending well as Lvavatai loads up on a big left hand.
It looked like McKraken wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lvavatai looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lvavatai cracks McKraken with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lvavatai takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A big left from Lvavatai misses.
Lvavatai connects with the punch.
Lvavatai checks a leg kick.
Lvavatai throws out a counter right but McKraken avoids it with no problem.
McKraken takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A leg kick checked by McKraken.#TD#
McKraken closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Lvavatai quickly recovers to half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. McKraken lands a nice short elbow.
Lvavatai is trying to stand. #T4#
McKraken wants to get back to his feet.
Lvavatai taking some punishment here, with McKraken in his half guard.
Lvavatai pushes McKraken off looking to stand but McKraken dives back in and keeps control.
McKraken is taking a breather. Lvavatai 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.
McKraken has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Lvavatai wants to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tiaoali Lvavatai showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! McKraken's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3##CL#
McKraken closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Lvavatai has had enough of the clinch but McKraken keeps him there for the moment.
Lvavatai has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
McKraken tries to pull guard but Lvavatai holds him up against the cage and eventually McKraken drops back down to his feet.
Lvavatai wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #BC#
McKraken breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McKraken slips under a jab.
Lvavatai throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and McKraken counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
McKraken throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lvavatai wants to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T1##SUB#
McKraken seems to be working for a kimura but Lvavatai defends the submission attempt.
McKraken prevents Lvavatai from standing back up.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
McKraken not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
McKraken controlling the action here.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A telegraphed right hand from Lvavatai misses the target.
It looked like McKraken wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lvavatai thows a left - swing and a miss!
McKraken is looking to clinch but Lvavatai is avoiding it. #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.
Good work by Lvavatai as he checks the leg kick.
McKraken lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
McKraken slips under a jab.
Lvavatai throws an overhand right that lands on McKraken's shoulder, as McKraken tries to avoid the shot.
Lvavatai keeps the fight on the outside.
Lvavatai defends well against a solid takedown attempt from McKraken.
Gemechu McKraken is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McKraken fails with an attempt to clinch.
McKraken closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lvavatai circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lvavatai lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as McKraken checks a leg kick.
Lvavatai connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lvavatai scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lvavatai throws a looping overhand right but McKraken ducks down to avoid it.
McKraken throws a sloppy head kick and Lvavatai moves out of range easily.
Gemechu McKraken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Lvavatai misses with an uppercut.
Lvavatai misses with a lunging right hand
and McKraken counters with a left and a right that stings Lvavatai .
Lvavatai misses with an uppercut. McKraken saw that one coming.#CL#
McKraken closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Lvavatai wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
McKraken misses with a hook to the ribs.
McKraken has a couple of punches blocked by Lvavatai .
Lvavatai tries to break the clinch but McKraken is controlling the position.
Gemechu McKraken has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Lvavatai working hard to break the clinch.#BC#
McKraken manages to break the clinch.
Lvavatai keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McKraken.
McKraken walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
McKraken throws a head kick that misses
and Lvavatai counters with a three punch combo that has McKraken backing up. McKraken nods at Lvavatai to acknowledge the strikes.
Lvavatai scores with a nice head shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lvavatai slaps away a takedown attempt from McKraken, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T4##TD#
McKraken looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lvavatai is looking to escape.
Tiaoali Lvavatai is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lvavatai avoiding damage under a succession of punches from McKraken.
McKraken passes to full mount!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McKraken trying to control but Lvavatai is having none of it.
Lvavatai tries to buck McKraken off but he can't manage it.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Tiaoali Lvavatai .
I've got Lvavatai 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 Bruno Hogan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tiaoali Lvavatai !
Our winner, Tiaoali Lvavatai , 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: CFC 516
Date: Jan 07, 2023

#R1#
Dinglestomper tried to score with a low kick but McKraken checks it.
Dinglestomper cracks McKraken with a good jab.
McKraken dives in for a single leg takedown but Dinglestomper sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Dinglestomper is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
We've been informed that McKraken 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.#TD2#
Dinglestomper gets caught napping as McKraken dives in and scores a takedown. Dinglestomper manages to retain guard.
Dinglestomper looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Dinglestomper is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dinglestomper is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
McKraken is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Dinglestomper seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Dinglestomper tries to stand and escape but McKraken is controlling the position.
Dinglestomper uses his free foot to push down on McKraken's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for McKraken.
Dinglestomper controlling from mount. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McKraken is looking to get to half guard.
Dinglestomper tries to control but McKraken wriggling away.
McKraken tries to reverse the position but Dinglestomper maintains control.
Dinglestomper tries to control but McKraken wriggling away.
McKraken is wriggling around trying to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dinglestomper tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T3#
McKraken tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dinglestomper controlling the position easily from mount.
Dinglestomper trying to control but McKraken is having none of it.
Dinglestomper looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Dinglestomper continues to stall.
McKraken is in all sorts of trouble here.
Dinglestomper sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
McKraken is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dinglestomper controlling his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Saggy Dinglestomper 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#
Dinglestomper misses with a wild body shot.
Dinglestomper misses with a looping left.
Dinglestomper throws out a loose jab but McKraken uses good head movement to avoid it.
McKraken feints the counter takedown.
McKraken scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
McKraken fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dinglestomper ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McKraken moves away.
Dinglestomper misses with a low kick.
And McKraken tries to counter it with a takedown but Dinglestomper pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Dinglestomper pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T1#
Dinglestomper swings for the body but McKraken moves out of range.
Dinglestomper throws a jab but it's blocked by McKraken.
Dinglestomper shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
And McKraken tries to counter it with a takedown but Dinglestomper pushes his down on his head and steps out.
McKraken tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Dinglestomper defends well and McKraken ends up having to push Dinglestomper into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A counter left hand to the body from Dinglestomper misses its target.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Dinglestomper.
Dinglestomper is looking to land body kicks.
McKraken drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Dinglestomper defends it well.
Dinglestomper throws a half hearted mid kick.
Dinglestomper takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T2#
Dinglestomper throws a sloppy head kick #TD2#
and McKraken counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by McKraken.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Dinglestomper is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McKraken wants to pass the guard but Dinglestomper is keeping the position.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Dinglestomper is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dinglestomper wants to sweep but no luck.
Dinglestomper is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
McKraken is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Dinglestomper is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst McKraken is controlling him.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T3#
McKraken lands a couple of elbows.
McKraken postures up and lands a big shot to Dinglestomper's brow.
Dinglestomper is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
McKraken has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dinglestomper is working away from the top position though.
Dinglestomper wants to control but McKraken is keeping him busy.
Dinglestomper looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Dinglestomper stalling away here and it's allowed McKraken to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Dinglestomper has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T4#
McKraken being controlled here, momentarily.
Dinglestomper trying to control the position from guard on top but McKraken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dinglestomper tries to stand but McKraken is controlling from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McKraken keeping moving, preventing Dinglestomper from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dinglestomper controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Saggy Dinglestomper dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
McKraken ducks under a wild hook from Dinglestomper.
McKraken takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #TD2#
McKraken shoots in and gets a takedown into Dinglestomper's guard.
McKraken is in close to Dinglestomper's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Dinglestomper wants to stand and escape but McKraken is having none of it.
McKraken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dinglestomper wants to stand and escape but McKraken is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dinglestomper is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Dinglestomper wants to stand but his hand is trapped. McKraken uses the opportunity to regain full guard. #T1#
McKraken trying to control the position. #SUB2#
McKraken is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dinglestomper is aware though and is defending well.
Dinglestomper 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. #SU#
Dinglestomper decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on McKraken, up you get!
Dinglestomper misses with a head kick. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
McKraken throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McKraken shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Dinglestomper as he avoids it easily.
Dinglestomper feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Dinglestomper is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McKraken can do to turn this around?
McKraken checks a low kick from Dinglestomper.
McKraken feints the counter takedown.
A jab from McKraken does it's job there.
McKraken moves away from the strike by Dinglestomper.
Dinglestomper misses with a left hand #TD2#
and McKraken counters with a nice double leg into half guard.

Dinglestomper manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. McKraken keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #TD2#
McKraken gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Dinglestomper regains guard. #T3#
Dinglestomper is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
McKraken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dinglestomper is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
McKraken is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Dinglestomper is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Dinglestomper has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Dinglestomper content to stall in guard here.
McKraken keeping moving, preventing Dinglestomper from controlling successfully. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SU#
Dinglestomper gets to his feet - McKraken follows without any prompting.
Gemechu McKraken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dinglestomper throws a chopping leg kick but McKraken manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Dinglestomper is looking to slow McKraken down with leg kicks.
Saggy Dinglestomper is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
McKraken swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dinglestomper thuds his right hand into McKraken's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Dinglestomper uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A slow jab from McKraken misses its intended target.

And that's the end of the fight!
Saggy Dinglestomper showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Dinglestomper 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Saggy Dinglestomper!
Saggy Dinglestomper decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: C146: Blyad vs Kilgore
Date: Dec 21, 2022

#R1#
Bandicoot looks to land a left hand but McKraken moved out of range nicely.
A swing and a miss from Bandicoot.
McKraken defending well as Bandicoot loads up on a big left hand.
Bandicoot takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
McKraken lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bandicoot fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McKraken manages to avoid it.#TD2#
McKraken gets a takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandicoot wants to control but McKraken is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
McKraken is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Bandicoot looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1#
Bandicoot is refusing to be controlled, as McKraken sits in half guard.
Bandicoot is looking to improve his position.
Still in half guard, McKraken seems content to control.
McKraken is pressing down on Bandicoot's thigh, looking to free his foot. Bandicoot is holding on for now.
Bandicoot is looking to control McKraken's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bandicoot avoid being mounted?
McKraken trying to mount his opponent but Bandicoot defends it. #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.
Bandicoot has his hands clasped together around McKraken's back. He's all about the action.
Bandicoot won't allow McKraken to pass to mount. #SUB2#
McKraken is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Bandicoot wants to improve his position but McKraken is controlling well. #SUB2#
McKraken is working for a kimura but Bandicoot is defending it quite comfortably.
McKraken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bandicoot keeps working. #T3##SUB#
Bandicoot is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McKraken pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McKraken is trying to control the action in half guard but Bandicoot is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Bandicoot tries to roll over but McKraken keeps him under control.#SUB#
Bandicoot is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McKraken pulls his head out easily.
Bandicoot trying to control but McKraken postures up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bandicoot fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
McKraken uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bandicoot.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bandicoot swinging wildly here.
McKraken drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bandicoot defends it well.
Bandicoot with a jab.
McKraken 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.
Bandicoot looks to score with a jab to the body but McKraken is just out of range.
Bandicoot scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bandicoot fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
McKraken drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bandicoot defends it well.
Bandicoot misses the shot to the body.
McKraken is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McKraken lands a jab to the nose.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken 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#
McKraken connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Bandicoot's hands.
McKraken stuns Bandicoot with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bandicoot fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McKraken manages to avoid it.
McKraken looks to score with a jab to the body but Bandicoot is just out of range.
Bandicoot looks to land a left hand but McKraken moved out of range nicely.
Bandicoot fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McKraken manages to avoid it.
Bandicoot misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandicoot on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#TD2#
McKraken closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bandicoot did well to prevent McKraken getting side control.
McKraken landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T1##SUB2#
McKraken seems to be working for a kimura but Bandicoot defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
McKraken is looking for a kimura but Bandicoot is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for McKraken to get the leverage.
Bandicoot tries to roll over but McKraken keeps him under control.
McKraken is thwarting Bandicoot's attempts to control the position.
McKraken is nestled in close to Bandicoot, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Bandicoot is staying active underneath McKraken, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
McKraken uses his free foot to push down on Bandicoot's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Bandicoot.
McKraken landing strikes from the mount.#T2#
Bandicoot regains half guard.
McKraken works his way into side control.
McKraken has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McKraken is chipping away with strikes.
Bandicoot sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
McKraken is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gemechu McKraken has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
McKraken is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bandicoot sees it coming and defends easily.
Bandicoot wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Bandicoot wants to control but McKraken is keeping busy. #SUB2#
McKraken 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. Bandicoot tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from McKraken!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Gemechu McKraken!
Our winner, Gemechu McKraken, 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: C140: Dreth vs. Dixon 3
Date: Nov 12, 2022

#R1#
McKraken gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hlervu.
Hlervu throws a lazy right hand but McKraken sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hlervu misses with a looping right.
McKraken slips a jab from Hlervu.
Hlervu throws a lazy right hand but McKraken sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hlervu misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hlervu jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
McKraken slips a jab from Hlervu.
McKraken loads up on a big right hand but Hlervu slips the punch.
Hlervu now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#TD#
McKraken looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Hlervu!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hlervu looking for a sweep but McKraken has passed into full mount! Oh no!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hlervu bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#SUB#
McKraken has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hlervu can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hlervu looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1#
McKraken keeping moving, preventing Hlervu from controlling successfully.
Hlervu looking to pass the guard.
McKraken 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.
Hlervu wants to control from the top but McKraken keeps moving.
McKraken can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hlervu controls the pace.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Hlervu tries to free his leg and advance position but McKraken is retaining full guard.
Hlervu trying to control the position from guard on top but McKraken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McKraken is trying to keep Hlervu in close.
McKraken pulls Hlervu in close to prevent any damage.
Hlervu's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hlervu forces his way into half guard.
Hlervu trying to control from half guard but McKraken is working away.
Well, if Hlervu is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #T3##SUB2#
Hlervu is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Hlervu is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so McKraken is just riding it out for now. Hlervu eventually gives up the hold.
Hlervu is trying to control the action in half guard but McKraken is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Decent striking displayed by Hlervu there.
The fighters circling - Hlervu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McKraken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Braynas Hlervu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McKraken shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hlervu defends it nicely.#T4#
A big left from Hlervu misses.
Hlervu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McKraken feinted with a counter takedown.
McKraken shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A little jabbing left from Hlervu on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by McKraken.
Hlervu tries to bench press McKraken off him but McKraken keeps the position.
Hlervu is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hlervu wants to control but McKraken postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hlervu is looking for a sweep.
Check out the look on McKraken's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Hlervu is looking for a sweep.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Braynas Hlervu 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#
Hlervu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hlervu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McKraken half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nice shot lands for Hlervu.
Hlervu misses with a wild combination.
McKraken attempts a counter takedown but Hlervu avoids it well and moves away.
McKraken misses with a takedown attempt - Hlervu sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hlervu has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McKraken shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Hlervu slaps away a takedown attempt from McKraken, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hlervu throws a shot from downtown. McKraken moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Hlervu misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hlervu throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and McKraken counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Hlervu!
Hlervu is trying to get back to half guard.
Hlervu regains half guard.
Hlervu slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
McKraken wants to control from the top but Hlervu keeps moving.
McKraken cracks Hlervu with a solid left hand.
McKraken wants to pass the guard but Hlervu is keeping the position.
Hlervu pulls McKraken in close to prevent any damage.
Hlervu's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2#
More stalling from Hlervu.
McKraken stopping the sweep attempt from Hlervu.#SUB2#
McKraken got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hlervu has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, McKraken has managed to get both his arms back between Hlervu's legs - danger averted.
McKraken is working Hlervu over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Hlervu working a defensive guard here.
McKraken is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Hlervu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
McKraken drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and McKraken jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T3#
Hlervu keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
McKraken being controlled here momentarily.
Hlervu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hlervu is on top in guard. #REVB#
McKraken is pulling down on Hlervu's head. It's preventing any offense from Hlervu, at least for the moment.
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but McKraken is keeping the position.
McKraken can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hlervu controls the pace.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hlervu pushes down on McKraken's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Hlervu wants to pass to mount but McKraken is defending the position.
Hlervu trying to control from half guard but McKraken is working away.
McKraken tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hlervu wants to take a breather but McKraken is having none of it.
Hlervu moves nicely into side control.
Hlervu tries to advance to mount but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Braynas Hlervu showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Hlervu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McKraken was well out of range. Poor timing from Hlervu.
McKraken half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
McKraken misses with an uppercut. Hlervu saw that one coming.
Hlervu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McKraken moves away.
Hlervu uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McKraken.
Hlervu is clearly trying to counter these attacks from McKraken with a body shot.
Nice defenses there by McKraken.
McKraken feinted with a counter takedown.
Hlervu throws a body shot but no joy.
McKraken drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hlervu sprawls and moves away.
Hlervu with a nice cross.
Hlervu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McKraken.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice takedown defense from Hlervu. No joy for McKraken on that attempt.
Hlervu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McKraken.
Hlervu misses with a body shot. #T1#
Hlervu missing with a left hand there. McKraken was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McKraken attempts a counter takedown but Hlervu avoids it well and moves away.
McKraken shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hlervu but Hlervu pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McKraken uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hlervu.
McKraken slips a jab from Hlervu.
McKraken on the wrong end of a nice jab.#TD#
McKraken manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Hlervu on his heels. He'll look to pass Hlervu's guard now, I'm sure.
Hlervu keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
Hlervu controlling the position.
Hlervu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. McKraken manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
McKraken 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.#T2#
Hlervu looking to pass the guard.
Hlervu wants to control from the top but McKraken keeps moving.
Hlervu pushing down on McKraken's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hlervu is pressing down on McKraken's thigh, looking to free his foot. McKraken is holding on for now.
Gemechu McKraken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hlervu keeps trying to improve his position.
Hlervu wants to lay and pray for a moment but McKraken keeps working.
McKraken trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
McKraken looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Hlervu wants to take a breather but McKraken is having none of it.
Hlervu is controlling the pace.
Hlervu passes the guard and advances to mount!
McKraken is looking to improve his position but Hlervu isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hlervu tries to control but McKraken wriggling away.
Gemechu McKraken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hlervu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hlervu fails to move to back control.
Hlervu forces the positional change into back control.
Hlervu struggling to keep hold of the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hlervu just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
You can see the frustration on McKraken's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.

And that's the end of the fight!
Braynas Hlervu comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Hlervu 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Braynas Hlervu!
Braynas Hlervu 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: C136: Dreth vs. Corassa
Date: Oct 23, 2022

#R1##TD#
McKraken throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Demenok tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. McKraken is in Demenok's guard.
Demenok keeping full guard, as McKraken tries to pass.
Demenok is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Demenok keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
Demenok working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McKraken.
Demenok really doesn't want to stay on the ground with McKraken. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
McKraken not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
McKraken being controlled here momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Demenok working a defensive guard here.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
McKraken scoring with punches to the head and body. #T1#
McKraken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Demenok swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McKraken won't allow Demenok to sweep him here.
McKraken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Demenok is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
McKraken advances position into side control!
Demenok is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
McKraken trying to control the action but Demenok is working from the bottom.
Demenok tries to improve position but can't. #T2#
Demenok manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Demenok gets back to full guard.
McKraken trying to control but Demenok is working from the bottom.
McKraken postures up in Demenok's guard and throws a big left but Demenok blocks it.
Demenok working a defensive guard here.
McKraken wants to pass the guard but Demenok is keeping the position.
McKraken pushes down on Demenok's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T3#
Demenok wants to improve his position but McKraken is controlling well.
McKraken trying to control the action but Demenok is working from the bottom.
Demenok wants to improve his position but McKraken is controlling well.
McKraken controlling the action here.
Demenok keeping hold of McKraken's head, controlling as best he can.
Demenok works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Demenok is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst McKraken is controlling him.
McKraken tries to free his leg and advance position but Demenok is retaining full guard.
McKraken in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
McKraken pushing down on Demenok's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
McKraken is thwarting Demenok's attempts to control the position.
Demenok is trying to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
McKraken is working for a submission of some sort.
McKraken wants to pass to mount but Demenok is defending the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken dominated that round.
That's time! McKraken's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Demenok is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McKraken.
Demenok misses with a straight right.
McKraken tries to counter with a takedown but Demenok is quick to defend against it.
McKraken fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
McKraken misses with a takedown attempt - Demenok sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Demenok swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Demenok lands the left hand.
Demenok tries a low kick but McKraken avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Demenok slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A swing and a miss from Demenok.
Demenok scores with a jab to the body.
McKraken takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T1#
No luck for McKraken with that takedown attempt.
Demenok now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McKraken takes one on the chin but seems OK.
McKraken blocks a low kick nicely.
McKraken tries to counter with a takedown but Demenok is quick to defend against it.
Demenok fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McKraken manages to avoid it.
McKraken has been working on his balance at McGrady FT, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Demenok.
Rukter Demenok seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Demenok. McKraken does a little dance to reset his feet.
Demenok swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
McKraken drops down looking for a counter takedown but Demenok sprawls and moves away.
Demenok throws a shot from downtown. McKraken moves away and avoids it.
A leg kick checked by McKraken.
Rukter Demenok is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Demenok throws a body shot but no joy.
Demenok uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McKraken.#T2#
McKraken takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Demenok misses with a telegraphed body shot #TD#
and McKraken counters with a takedown into side control.
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!
McKraken trying to control the action but Demenok is working from the bottom.
Demenok tries to improve position but can't.
Demenok is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Demenok tries to get to full guard but McKraken has control of the leg.
McKraken is nestled in close to Demenok, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
McKraken wants to control but Demenok is keeping him busy.
McKraken wants to pass the guard but Demenok is defending well.
McKraken controlling the action here.#T3#
McKraken's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#SUB#
McKraken seems to be working for a kimura but Demenok defends the submission attempt.
Demenok wants to control but McKraken is keeping busy.
Demenok is looking for a sweep. McKraken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
McKraken is working for a kimura but Demenok is defending it quite comfortably.
Demenok wants to improve his position but McKraken is controlling well.
McKraken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Demenok keeps working.
McKraken working over Demenok with some ground and pound. Demenok looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McKraken not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Demenok is looking to control McKraken's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Demenok avoid being mounted?
Demenok is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rukter Demenok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Nice body kick there by Demenok.
McKraken moves out of range of the strikes.
Demenok misses with an uppercut.
McKraken appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Demenok motions for McKraken to come forward. Demenok throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Demenok tries to work over McKraken's front leg with a kick but McKraken checks it.
Demenok feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits McKrakens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Demenok just misses with a punch to the body.
Demenok misses with a left hand #TD#
and McKraken counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken is thwarting Demenok's attempts to control the position.
Demenok won't allow McKraken to pass to mount.
McKraken is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T1#
Demenok is trying to stand back up but McKraken is controlling him #SUB#
McKraken is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Demenok keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Demenok is staying active underneath McKraken, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Demenok is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Demenok has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. McKraken is working away from the top position though.
McKraken seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Demenok does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
McKraken lands strikes from half guard.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
McKraken throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Gemechu McKraken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McKraken content to control rather than advance. #SUB#
McKraken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Demenok is just riding it out for now. McKraken eventually gives up the hold.
Demenok taking some punishment here, with McKraken in his half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McKraken is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
McKraken passes to full mount! #T3#
McKraken controlling his opponent. #SUB#
McKraken moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Demenok has worked his arm free - good work by Demenok!
Demenok struggling a bit here.
Demenok is looking to regain half guard here but McKraken keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
McKraken tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
McKraken controlling the position from side mount. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
McKraken is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Demenok knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Demenok is looking for a sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McKraken working away.#SUB#
McKraken tries for a kimura but Demenok is defending well.
McKraken remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gemechu McKraken showed his dominance in that final round.
I think McKraken 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gemechu McKraken!
During a confident post fight interview, Gemechu McKraken thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: C134: Dixon vs. McKraken
Date: Oct 08, 2022

#R1#
Nice body punch from McKraken.
McKraken keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
McKraken throws an overhand right that lands on Dixon's shoulder, as Dixon tries to avoid the shot.
Jab by McKraken.
McKraken lands with a right hand.
Dixon is trying hard to land a takedown here. McKraken sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Dixon just misses with a punch to the body.
McKraken's coach down at McGrady FT was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on McKraken's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#TD2#
McKraken scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB2#
McKraken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dixon is just riding it out for now. McKraken eventually gives up the hold.
Dixon wants to improve his position but McKraken is controlling well.
McKraken passes to side control. #T1#
Dixon manages to work his way to half guard, despite McKraken's best efforts.
Dixon is pressing down on McKraken's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Dixon is trying to control the position but McKraken postures up.
McKraken connects with a couple of short punches.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McKraken slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McKraken trying to control the position but Dixon is working away. #SUB2#
McKraken looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Dixon is trying to control McKraken's posture but McKraken avoids it. #T2##SUB2#
McKraken working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
McKraken wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dixon, who protects the arm well.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
McKraken working the ground and pound.
You can see the frustration on Dixon's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
McKraken trying to control the position but Dixon is working away.
Dixon tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Dixon is not content to let McKraken control the position.
Dixon is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at King's Cross MMA , so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Dixon is trying to get back to half guard.
Dixon takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
McKraken in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Dixon takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
McKraken lands some shots froms side control.
McKraken working away.
Dixon is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because McKraken is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Dixon is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
McKraken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dixon keeps working. #SUB2#
McKraken is trying to get an arm triangle but Dixon is defending well.
Dixon is trying to control McKraken's posture but McKraken avoids it.
McKraken happy to just control the position for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McKraken looking to control but instead Dixon has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Dixon moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
McKraken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McKraken slips under a jab from Dixon.
Darren Dixon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McKraken stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and McKraken wants it to stay on the feet.
McKraken changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Dixon will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
McKraken with the counter takedown but Dixon avoids it easily.
Dixon throws a hook but McKraken blocks it.
Dixon shoots in and drives through. McKraken sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McKraken avoids the body shot from Dixon.
McKraken takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
McKraken takes a swing at Dixon's ribcage but misses.
Dixon tries to counter with a takedown but McKraken is quick to defend against it.
McKraken shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Dixon as he jumps to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Dixon shoots in and bounces McKraken off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Dixon tries to free his leg and advance position but McKraken is retaining full guard. #T1#
McKraken keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McKraken swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dixon wants to control from the top but McKraken keeps moving.
McKraken has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McKraken working a defensive guard here. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
McKraken keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dixon tries to score a power double leg takedown but McKraken sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dixon somewhat.
Dixon shoots in but no luck this time.
McKraken leaves Dixon with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McKraken but McKraken pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McKraken walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Dixon just misses with a punch to the body. #T3##TD#
Dixon shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Dixon was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Dixon wants to lay and pray for a moment but McKraken keeps working.
McKraken regains half guard.
McKraken controlling the position well.
McKraken has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dixon is working away from the top position though.
Dixon sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T4#
McKraken is looking to improve his position.
Dixon wants to free his trapped foot but McKraken is holding on for dear life with his legs.
McKraken is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
McKraken is pressing down on Dixon's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dixon pushing down on McKraken's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that second round.
That's time! Dixon's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##TD#
Dixon darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Dixon content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Dixon is trying to control. McKraken wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Dixon is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McKraken sees it coming and defends easily.#T1#
Dixon wants to free his trapped foot but McKraken is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are battling for position here. McKraken manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Dixon slips nicely into half guard.
McKraken manages to get to full guard.
Dixon trying to control the position from guard on top but McKraken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Dixon looking to sit in guard and control but McKraken gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
McKraken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McKraken content to stall in guard here.
McKraken throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dixon works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Dixon is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
McKraken sitting in guard here, content to control.
Gemechu McKraken has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dixon looking for a sweep. Not yet Dixon, not yet. #T3#
McKraken trying to control but Dixon is working from the bottom.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
McKraken is in close to Dixon's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Dixon has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McKraken can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
McKraken looking to sit in guard and control but Dixon gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Dixon postures up.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McKraken swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Dixon trying to control the position from guard on top but McKraken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McKraken pulls Dixon in close to prevent any damage.
Dixon tries to free his leg and advance position but McKraken is retaining full guard.
McKraken is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dixon has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. McKraken is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Dixon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Darren Dixon showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Dixon 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Darren Dixon!
Darren Dixon decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: C128: Mumu vs. White
Date: Sep 10, 2022

#R1#
A slow jab from Corassa misses its intended target.
McKraken smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A jab from Corassa misses.
McKraken tries to counter with a takedown but Corassa is quick to defend against it.
Corassa keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Corassa throws out a counter right but McKraken avoids it with no problem.
McKraken ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McKraken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Corassa misses.
McKraken misses with a body shot.
A little jabbing left from Corassa on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A bone on bone clash there as McKraken blocks the leg kick. #T1#
McKraken shoots in for a takedown but Corassa shows good takedown defense.
McKraken throws out a powerful jab.
McKraken throws a body punch but Corassa moves out of range.
McKraken fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McKraken connects with a right hand. Corassa shakes it off.
Corassa connects with a good right hand that stumbles McKraken. McKraken circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Corassa has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
McKraken dives in for a single leg takedown but Corassa sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Corassa misses with a body punch.
Corassa scores with a shot to the side of McKraken's head. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Corassa.
Corassa blocking some punches.
Corassa blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Corassa scores with a shoulder strike.
Corassa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
I was talking to McKraken's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Corassa misses with a body punch.
Corassa throws a head punch that misses.
Corassa is looking to break free of the clinch but McKraken has double underhooks.
Corassa goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD#
McKraken is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Corassa can't fight it off and eventually McKraken manages to take the fight to the floor. Corassa looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McKraken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Corassa is keeping the position for now.
McKraken advances position into side control!#T3##SUB#
McKraken goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Corassa rolls with the submission and now he's on top in McKraken's guard! Nice work there by Corassa!
Corassa must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Corassa is fighting to break McKraken's control of his arms but McKraken is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
McKraken looking for a sweep. Not yet McKraken, not yet.
Corassa slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
McKraken keeping moving, preventing Corassa from controlling successfully. #T4#
Corassa is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Corassa's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Eduardo Corassa dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
McKraken jabs at Corassa's body.
Corassa tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McKraken was well out of range. Poor timing from Corassa.
Corassa throws a lazy right hand but McKraken sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Corassa ducks under a wild hook from McKraken.
Corassa feints a counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Corassa throws a leg kick but McKraken moved away.
A jab from McKraken does it's job there.#T1#
Corassa throws a right and a left that both miss.#TD#
McKraken shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. McKraken showed some decent athleticism there.
Corassa avoiding damage under a succession of punches from McKraken.
Corassa is looking for a sweep. McKraken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Corassa wants to control but McKraken is keeping busy and won't allow it.
McKraken missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Corassa really doesn't want to stay on the ground with McKraken. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McKraken wants to control but Corassa is keeping him busy.
Corassa wants to get back to his feet.
Corassa blocking the ground and pound attempt from McKraken. #T2#
McKraken performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
McKraken trying to control the action but Corassa is working from the bottom.
McKraken wants to pass to mount but Corassa is defending the position.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Corassa wants to control but McKraken is keeping busy. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Eduardo Corassa seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Corassa with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling McKraken to score with a decent uppercut.#T3#
McKraken lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Corassa throws a chopping leg kick but McKraken manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Corassa throws a head kick but McKraken moves out of range.
McKraken missing with a left hand there. Corassa was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Corassa tries a quick counter leg kick but McKraken is wise to it.
McKraken throws a shot to the body.
McKraken takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McKraken blocks a jab.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Corassa enables McKraken to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Corassa manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#T4#
McKraken trying to control but Corassa is working from the bottom.
McKraken trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McKraken won't allow Corassa to sweep him here.
Corassa preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
McKraken thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Corassa looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Corassa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Corassa looking to hit a scissor sweep but McKraken is one step ahead there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
McKraken ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
McKraken swings away with a body shot that misses
and Corassa counters with a leg kick.
Corassa bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Corassa is looking for the big counter here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Corassa throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McKraken wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Corassa moves out of range as McKraken strikes.#T1#
McKraken misses with a jab to the body
and Corassa counters with a nice uppercut.
McKraken works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#TD#
McKraken is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Corassa's half guard.
Corassa tries to push off, looking to stand up, but McKraken manages to move to mount!
BOOM! McKraken connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Corassa tries to hold on but McKraken pushes him away. #SUB#
McKraken moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Corassa has worked his arm free - good work by Corassa!
Corassa takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McKraken with the ground and pound but Corassa regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
McKraken throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Gemechu McKraken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McKraken trying to control the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McKraken is looking to take a break and control but Corassa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
McKraken is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Corassa has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3##SUB#
McKraken is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Corassa has managed to free his arm - good work.
Corassa tries to roll over but McKraken keeps him under control.
Corassa trying to get back to full guard but McKraken takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Corassa tries to lock up and control but McKraken gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Corassa tries to reverse the position but McKraken maintains control.
Corassa in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Corassa wants to hold on but McKraken pushes him away.#SUB#
McKraken has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Corassa is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gemechu McKraken!
A very excited looking Gemechu McKraken made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: C122: Moore vs. Road
Date: Aug 21, 2022

#R1#
River misses with a looping left.
River misses with an uppercut.
River moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
River throws a looping overhand right but McKraken ducks down to avoid it.
River works the jab nicely.
River waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McKraken.
McKraken half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
River looks to land a right hand but McKraken moved out of range.
McKraken feinted with a counter takedown.
River stuffs the takedown attempt from McKraken. McKraken gets slowly back to his feet.
River scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
McKraken ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from McKraken is defended easily by River.
River throws out a counter right but McKraken avoids it with no problem.#T1#
River misses with a body shot.
River scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McKraken.
River throws a low kick but McKraken avoids it.
McKraken swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD#
McKraken drives through with a takedown into River's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB2#
McKraken avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
River keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
River tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2##SUB2#
River had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McKraken defends it easily.
River controls McKraken momentarily but McKraken frees himself.
McKraken passes River's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
River is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
River taking some punishment here, with McKraken in his half guard. #SUB#
McKraken seems to be working for a kimura but River defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
McKraken seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. River is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Gemechu McKraken!
A very excited looking Gemechu McKraken made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: C119: Kahn vs. Blazej
Date: Aug 07, 2022

#R1#
McKraken scores with the left hand. Gro Ulfimph knows he should have avoided that one.
Gro Ulfimph throws out a loose jab but McKraken uses good head movement to avoid it.
A big right from Gro Ulfimph misses.
Gro Ulfimph misses the jab.
A jab from McKraken does it's job there.
Gro Ulfimph lands a nice looking body shot.
Gro Ulfimph lands a body shot.
Gro Ulfimph is on the wrong end of a nice combination from McKraken.
McKraken throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McKraken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gro Ulfimph throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck McKraken on the side of the head.
Gro Ulfimph throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and McKraken decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Gro Ulfimph's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McKraken looking to pass the guard.
McKraken controlling from the top position. #T1##SUB2#
Gro Ulfimph working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McKraken doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McKraken manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Gro Ulfimph is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McKraken is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
McKraken wants to control from the top but Gro Ulfimph keeps moving.
McKraken stopping the sweep attempt from Gro Ulfimph.#SUB2#
Gro Ulfimph working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McKraken doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McKraken manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Gro Ulfimph is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McKraken lands a couple of digs.
Gro Ulfimph 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.
McKraken works over Gro Ulfimph with some ground and pound from guard.
Gro Ulfimph lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Gro Ulfimph tries to free his leg and advance position but McKraken is retaining full guard.
McKraken pulls Gro Ulfimph in close to his closed guard and prevents Gro Ulfimph from doing any damage or advancing position.#T3#
Gro Ulfimph trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McKraken looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gro Ulfimph is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McKraken is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
McKraken keeping full guard, as Gro Ulfimph tries to pass.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
McKraken has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Gro Ulfimph has passed into side control.
Gro Ulfimph wants to stand but McKraken has his arm trapped.
McKraken can't do much from the bottom here.
McKraken gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McKraken is trying desperately to improve position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Murzol Gro Ulfimph will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
A swing and a miss from Gro Ulfimph.
Gro Ulfimph throws a hook to the side of McKraken's head but McKraken sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McKraken checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Gro Ulfimph keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gro Ulfimph. McKraken does a little dance to reset his feet.
McKraken tries for a takedown but Gro Ulfimph sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Gro Ulfimph was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Gro Ulfimph throws a hook to the side of McKraken's head but McKraken sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McKraken drops down looking for a counter takedown but Gro Ulfimph sprawls and moves away.#TD#
McKraken throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Gro Ulfimph was covering up waiting for the punch and McKraken finishes the takedown easily into guard.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Gro Ulfimph is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken stands up over Gro Ulfimph, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
McKraken trying to control but Gro Ulfimph is working from the bottom. #T1#
McKraken stopping the sweep attempt from Gro Ulfimph.
Gro Ulfimph not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
McKraken avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
McKraken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gro Ulfimph swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gro Ulfimph is trying to keep McKraken in close.
McKraken is stalling in the full guard.
Gro Ulfimph preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
McKraken wants to control from the top but Gro Ulfimph keeps moving.
Gro Ulfimph lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Gro Ulfimph stopping the sweep attempt from McKraken.
McKraken controlling the position.
Gro Ulfimph wants to control from the top but McKraken keeps moving.
Gro Ulfimph forces his way into half guard.#T3#
Gro Ulfimph tries to pass the half guard into mount. McKraken knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Gro Ulfimph wants to take a breather but McKraken is having none of it.
McKraken won't allow Gro Ulfimph to pass to mount. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
McKraken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A low kick from Gro Ulfimph misses #TD#
and McKraken counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by McKraken.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McKraken accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Gro Ulfimph wants to sweep here but McKraken controlling him for the moment. #T4#
McKraken throws a big right hand that misses.
Gro Ulfimph is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
McKraken wants to control from the top but Gro Ulfimph keeps moving.
McKraken passes Gro Ulfimph's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
McKraken trying to control the action but Gro Ulfimph is working from the bottom. #SUB#
McKraken is working for a kimura but Gro Ulfimph is defending it quite comfortably.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McKraken tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gro Ulfimph knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
McKraken throws a shot from downtown. Gro Ulfimph moves away and avoids it.
McKraken blocks a jab.
Gro Ulfimph throws the left hand but McKraken avoids the punch easily.
McKraken tries to counter with a takedown but Gro Ulfimph is quick to defend against it.
Gro Ulfimph throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gro Ulfimph tests McKraken's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Gro Ulfimph scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
McKraken moves into range and connects with a jab.
Gro Ulfimph finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gro Ulfimph loads up on a big right hand but McKraken slips the punch.
McKraken throws a body shot but no joy.
McKraken shoots in looking for a takedown but Gro Ulfimph manages to keep the fight standing, pushing McKraken's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Gro Ulfimph throws a body kick that misses. #TD#
McKraken gets the takedown into side control. #T1##SUB#
McKraken goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Gro Ulfimph has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for McKraken but great work by Gro Ulfimph.
McKraken is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Gro Ulfimph off and has taken his back!
You can see the frustration on Gro Ulfimph's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
McKraken doesn't have the hooks in and Gro Ulfimph manages to turn into his guard.
McKraken keeping full guard, as Gro Ulfimph tries to pass.
McKraken is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Gro Ulfimph has hold of McKraken's hands but McKraken slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Gro Ulfimph trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but McKraken manages to pass to mount! #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gro Ulfimph is looking to improve his position but McKraken isn't that keen on the idea.
McKraken can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gro Ulfimph is looking to escape.
McKraken is in the full mount, landing strikes.
McKraken lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
McKraken content just to control the position here. #SUB#
McKraken goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Gro Ulfimph is on top in guard.
McKraken keeping moving, preventing Gro Ulfimph from controlling successfully. #T3#
Gro Ulfimph trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Gro Ulfimph drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but McKraken manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Gro Ulfimph has McKraken in his guard.#REVR#
Gemechu McKraken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Gro Ulfimph has momentary wrist control but McKraken slips an elbow through the middle.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
McKraken trying to control but Gro Ulfimph is working from the bottom.
McKraken works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
McKraken is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gro Ulfimph defends it well.
Gro Ulfimph works his way to full guard. Good work.
McKraken sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Gro Ulfimph's guard.
McKraken is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Gro Ulfimph tries to regain full guard. Instead though, McKraken has advanced to mount. Uh oh.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gemechu McKraken!
Gemechu McKraken thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: C113: Blazej vs. Stark
Date: Jul 16, 2022

#R1#
Dreth throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and McKraken counters with a single leg into guard. Dreth didn't expect that.
McKraken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dreth is keeping the position for now.
McKraken is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
McKraken wants to control from the top but Dreth keeps moving.
Dreth wants to sweep here but McKraken controlling him for the moment.
McKraken looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
McKraken advances to half guard. #T1#
McKraken stalling away here and it's allowed Dreth to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Dreth preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
McKraken is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
McKraken trying to control but Dreth is working from the bottom.
Dreth preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
McKraken is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
McKraken postures up in Dreth's guard and throws a big left but Dreth blocks it.
McKraken throwing strikes but missing. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
McKraken working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Dreth is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
McKraken uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dreth.
McKraken on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dreth. Dreth obviously looking to wear him down.
Dreth cracks McKraken with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Dreth looks to score with a jab to the body but McKraken is just out of range.
McKraken moves away from the strike by Dreth.
McKraken appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dreth avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Valen Dreth seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McKraken connects with a single shot there.
Dreth motions for McKraken to come forward. Dreth throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McKraken appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dreth connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dreth throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McKraken drops down looking for a counter takedown but Dreth sprawls and moves away.
Dreth swings for the body but McKraken moves out of range.
Dreth throws a nice outside leg kick. #T3#
Dreth lands with a thumping leg kick.
Dreth throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McKraken slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Dreth lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Dreth scores with a crisp jab that stopped McKraken in his tracks.
McKraken takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Dreth connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A slow jab from McKraken misses its intended target.
McKraken showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dreth.
Dreth fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McKraken manages to avoid it.
Dreth shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. McKraken eats them both and turns towards Dreth to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Valen Dreth is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McKraken fails with a takedown attempt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dreth misses with a low kick as McKraken jumps back.
McKraken tries to counter with a takedown but Dreth is quick to defend against it.
McKraken chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Dreth can pounce on him. #T4#
Dreth will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
McKraken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A head kick misses from Dreth.
McKraken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dreth throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
McKraken shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Dreth misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McKraken steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dreth.
Dreth connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between McKraken's hands.
McKraken blocks a head kick by Dreth.
McKraken tries to counter with a takedown but Dreth is quick to defend against it.
Dreth throws a shot from downtown. McKraken moves away and avoids it.
McKraken connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
McKraken looks for a takedown but Dreth sprawls well.
McKraken lands a body shot.
Dreth throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Valen Dreth 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#
Dreth swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McKraken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McKraken attempts a counter takedown but Dreth avoids it well and moves away.
Dreth falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
and McKraken counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Dreth tries to roll over but McKraken keeps him under control.
McKraken is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Dreth!
McKraken has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Dreth's face.
McKraken trying to control but Dreth is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken breaks from Dreth's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Gemechu McKraken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dreth is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T1#
McKraken looking to control and managing it successfully.
Dreth bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
McKraken has his hands on Dreth's head, controlling the position.
McKraken tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
McKraken is trying to control the position but Dreth postures up.
Dreth trying to control the position from guard on top but McKraken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dreth is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
McKraken trying to keep a closed guard but Dreth is proving a slippery customer. #T3#
Dreth won't allow McKraken to sweep him here. #SUB#
McKraken has his foot on Dreth's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dreth works his way back into a safe position though.
McKraken wants to sweep but no luck.
McKraken wants to hit a sweep here but Dreth passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for McKraken there!
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.
Dreth avoids the attempt from McKraken to control.#T4#
McKraken is trying desperately to improve position.
McKraken regains half guard.
Dreth wants to take a breather but McKraken is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dreth throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
McKraken is looking to improve his position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Dreth throws a front kick aimed at McKraken's knee but McKraken avoids it well.
Dreth missing with a left hand there. McKraken was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Valen Dreth seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McKraken tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Dreth defends well and McKraken ends up having to push Dreth into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
It seemed like Dreth was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McKraken is looking to take this one to the mat.
Dreth throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McKrakens head.
McKraken tries to pull guard but Dreth forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dreth misses with the head strike.
McKraken blocking some punches.
I was talking to McKraken's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
McKraken lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dreth backwards.
McKraken stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Dreth misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken blocks a body shot from Dreth.
Dreth can't break the clinch.
Dreth lands with a right to the head.
McKraken looking for a takedown. #T1#
McKraken tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McKraken misses with some punches.
Dreth looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Dreth blocking some punches.
McKraken keeps control of Dreth as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
McKraken swings wildly with an uppercut but Dreth uses good head movement to avoid it.
McKraken has a couple of punches blocked by Dreth.
McKraken lands with a left to the head.
Dreth swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dreth tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dreth blocks an uppercut. #TD#
McKraken manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
McKraken looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dreth is one step ahead there. #T2#
Dreth works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Dreth moves nicely into side control.
McKraken struggling a bit here.
McKraken is not content to let Dreth control the position. #T3#
McKraken is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McKraken wants to control but Dreth is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dreth moves nicely into side control.
McKraken taking a bit of punishment here - Dreth scoring with strikes.
McKraken sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Dreth working his ground and pound in the gym.#T4#
Dreth passes the guard and advances to mount!
Dreth is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. McKraken can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
McKraken is squirming around, avoiding Dreth's attempts to control the action.
Dreth lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dreth throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for McKraken because Dreth loaded up on that one.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Valen Dreth!
Our winner, Valen Dreth, 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: C109: Kahn vs. Rivera
Date: Jul 02, 2022

#R1#
McKraken steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Grandis.
McKraken tries to counter with a takedown but Grandis is quick to defend against it.
Grandis throws a leg kick #TD#
and McKraken counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by McKraken.
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.
Grandis looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McKraken content to stall in guard here.
McKraken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Grandis swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McKraken showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Grandis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Grandis keeping full guard, as McKraken tries to pass. #T1#
McKraken working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
McKraken tries to free his leg and advance position but Grandis is retaining full guard.
McKraken pushing down on Grandis's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
McKraken is looking for a kimura but Grandis is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for McKraken to get the leverage.
McKraken is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
A nice elbow there by McKraken.
McKraken sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
McKraken looking to control but Grandis is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T2#
Grandis is looking to improve his position but McKraken isn't that keen on the idea.
Grandis is squirming around, avoiding McKraken's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
McKraken working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
McKraken tries to control but Grandis wriggling away. #T3#
McKraken is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Grandis is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Grandis is bucking up trying to escape but McKraken cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
McKraken prevents Grandis from getting the reversal.
Grandis in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
McKraken can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Grandis is looking to escape.
BOOM! McKraken connects with a massive shot to the dome!
McKraken unloading with bombs!#T4##SUB#
McKraken goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Grandis is on top in guard.
Grandis must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
McKraken not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
McKraken keeping full guard, as Grandis tries to pass.
Grandis postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
McKraken looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Grandis passes into half guard.
McKraken is trying to maintain the position but Grandis is very close to passing his half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
McKraken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Grandis moves away.
McKraken lands a jab to Grandis's midsection.
Grandis misses with a left hand #TD#
and McKraken counters with a single leg into guard. Grandis didn't expect that.
Grandis avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
McKraken won't allow Grandis to sweep him here.
McKraken landing with the ground and pound.
McKraken postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
McKraken tries to free his leg and advance position but Grandis is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken trying to control but Grandis is working from the bottom.
McKraken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Grandis swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McKraken keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Grandis's head.#T1#
McKraken trying to control but Grandis is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McKraken is really struggling to control Grandis but he's trying to hold on to the position.
McKraken scoring with punches to the head and body.
Grandis is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
McKraken wants to get back to full guard.
McKraken manages to get to full guard. #T2#
McKraken is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB2#
Grandis looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Grandis keeping hold of McKraken's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB#
McKraken seems to be looking for submissions.
Grandis slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T3#
McKraken wants to control from the top but Grandis keeps moving.
McKraken passes into half guard.
McKraken scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Grandis is concentrating on defense, preventing McKraken from advancing position.
Grandis slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
McKraken won't allow Grandis to sweep him here. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Grandis is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
McKraken is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Grandis can do to turn this around?
McKraken trying to move into half guard but instead Grandis has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Grandis preventing the sweep.
McKraken pulls Grandis in close to his closed guard and prevents Grandis from doing any damage or advancing position.
McKraken is trying to control the position but Grandis postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Grandis would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!#R3#
McKraken displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Grandis throws out the jab.
McKraken half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Grandis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McKraken was well out of range. Poor timing from Grandis.
McKraken appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Sloppy strikes from McKraken. Those never looked like landing.
Grandis is looking to score with low kicks.
Grandis lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Grandis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McKraken uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Grandis.
Grandis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Left hook, right uppercut from McKraken.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken checks the leg kick.
McKraken attempts a counter takedown but Grandis avoids it well and moves away.
Grandis throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
McKraken slips a straight right by Grandis.
McKraken looks to score with a jab to the body but Grandis is just out of range.
McKraken misses with a looping left.#T1#
McKraken connects with a right hand. Grandis shakes it off.
Grandis misses with an uppercut. McKraken saw that one coming.
McKraken throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Grandis's waist but Grandis gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing McKraken off to one side.
Grandis throws a hook but McKraken avoids it easily.#TD#
McKraken scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
McKraken lands with a punch from half guard.
McKraken working over Grandis with some ground and pound. Grandis looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Grandis works his way to full guard. Good work.
Grandis manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. McKraken manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
McKraken can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Grandis controls the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Grandis looking to sit in guard and control but McKraken gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McKraken slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
McKraken postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
McKraken wants to control from the top but Grandis keeps moving. #T3##SUB#
McKraken drops back, looking for a kneebar! Grandis looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Grandis looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Grandis! #REVB#
McKraken tries to bench press Grandis off him but Grandis keeps the position.
Robert Grandis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McKraken gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
McKraken is looking to improve his position. #T4#
McKraken is pressing down on Grandis's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Grandis missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gemechu McKraken is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
McKraken controlling Grandis's posture.
McKraken lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#

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 Gemechu McKraken.
Well McKraken 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gemechu McKraken!
An out of breath Gemechu McKraken thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: C101: Panda vs. Harrison
Date: Jun 04, 2022

#R1#
McKraken blocks a jab.
We've been informed that McKraken 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.
McKraken steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Point.
McKraken is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McKraken misses with a takedown attempt - Point sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Brayden Point seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Point takes a swing at McKraken's ribcage but misses.
McKraken takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Point misses the jab.
McKraken takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Point looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken defending well as Point loads up on a big left hand.
Point is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McKraken.
McKraken takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Point lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T1#
McKraken is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Point.
Point misses with a hook.
McKraken displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Point throws out the jab.
McKraken feints the counter takedown.
McKraken throws a jab but it's blocked by Point.
Good exchange - McKraken coming out on top.
McKraken misses with an uppercut.
McKraken takes a shot to the body in his stride. #TD2#
Point gets caught flat footed, as McKraken shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McKraken tries to free his leg and advance position but Point is retaining full guard.
Point wants to get back to his feet but McKraken is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Point is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
McKraken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Point swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McKraken not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
McKraken wants to pass the guard but Point is keeping the position.
McKraken throws a strike but Point rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Point wanted to stand there but McKraken had control of the position.
McKraken is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T3#
Point tries to stand but McKraken is controlling from the bottom.
McKraken tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Point being controlled here momentarily.
McKraken tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
McKraken has a closed guard, preventing Point from standing up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
McKraken on the wrong end of a nice hook.
McKraken lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Point swings for the body but McKraken moves out of range.
Point misses with a straight right. #TD2#
McKraken closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Point did well to prevent McKraken getting side control.
McKraken sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Point defending well though.
McKraken tries to pass to full mount but Point defends it.
Point is looking to escape.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Brayden Point dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
McKraken tries for a takedown but Point circles away easily
and Point counters with a nice uppercut.
Point lands with a shot to the body.
Point throws a lazy right hand but McKraken sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Brayden Point is winning the standup battle so far.
Point lands a slapping body shot.
The fighters circling - Point throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Point misses with a looping right.
Point swings for the body but McKraken moves out of range.
McKraken tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken staying out of range there.
McKraken ducks under a wild hook from Point.
McKraken tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
McKraken bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McKraken ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McKraken drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Point defends it well.#T1#
McKraken changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Point tries to avoid it but McKraken manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Point to the ground. Point escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
McKraken walks into a left hand. #TD2#
McKraken drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
McKraken wants to control from the top but Point keeps moving.
Point is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McKraken can do to turn this around?
McKraken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Point is keeping the position for now. #T2#
McKraken looking to sit in guard and control but Point gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
McKraken wants to sweep but no luck.
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.
Point would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T3#
Point stopping the sweep attempt from McKraken.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Point would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A swing and a miss from Point.
A slow jab from Point misses its intended target. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
McKraken avoids the body shot from Point.
McKraken misses with a wild body shot.
McKraken misses with a few strikes there.
Point throws out a loose jab but McKraken uses good head movement to avoid it.
McKraken uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Point.
The crowd cheers as McKraken lands an impressive looking overhand right. Point doesn't seem phased though.
Point throws a body punch but McKraken moves out of range.
McKraken scores with a nice strike.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Point looks to score with a jab to the body but McKraken is just out of range.
And McKraken tries to counter it with a takedown but Point pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Point walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Point stuffs the takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Brayden Point 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#
McKraken ducks under a wild hook from Point.
Point throws the left hand but McKraken avoids the punch easily.
Point misses with a body shot.
McKraken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice uppercut there from Point.
McKraken works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Point loads up on a big right hand but McKraken slips the punch.
Point misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and McKraken counters with a nice double leg into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Point keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
McKraken controlling from the top position. #T1#
McKraken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Point is keeping the position for now.
McKraken trying to control but Point is working from the bottom.
McKraken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Point swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Point keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
McKraken content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Brayden Point is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#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.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Point is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Point is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and McKraken dives into side control.
Point regains half guard, as McKraken was trying to land strikes.
McKraken seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
McKraken is keen to just control but Point is a slippery customer.#T3#
McKraken stalling away here and it's allowed Point to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
McKraken looking to sit in guard and control but Point gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Point wanted to stand there but McKraken had control of the position.
Gemechu McKraken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#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.#SUB2#
Point wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of McKraken's closed guard. He's half up but McKraken has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! McKraken pivots and extends the arm, Point falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by McKraken! Well done that man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gemechu McKraken!
A very excited looking Gemechu McKraken made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: SFL 155 | Koivisto vs Balushi
Date: May 04, 2022

#R1#
An inside leg kick from Gro Ulfimph misses.
Gro Ulfimph misses with a leg kick.
Gro Ulfimph throws a front kick aimed at McKraken's knee but McKraken avoids it well.
Murzol Gro Ulfimph seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
No luck for McKraken with that takedown attempt.
Gro Ulfimph misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McKraken.
McKraken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Jab from Gro Ulfimph.
McKraken cracks a nice hook into Gro Ulfimph's ribs.
Gro Ulfimph tries to land a body kick#TD#
and McKraken counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Gro Ulfimph tries to get to full guard but McKraken has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Gro Ulfimph looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
McKraken wants to free his trapped foot but Gro Ulfimph is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T1##SUB#
McKraken 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#
McKraken is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gro Ulfimph doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time McKraken.
Gro Ulfimph has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. McKraken is working away from the top position though.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
McKraken is trying to work for a kimura but Gro Ulfimph is defending well.
Gro Ulfimph tries to roll over but McKraken keeps him under control.
Gro Ulfimph is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
McKraken is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
McKraken trying to control the action but Gro Ulfimph is working from the bottom. #T3##SUB#
McKraken trying to work for an americana but Gro Ulfimph has managed to regain full guard.
McKraken trying to control but Gro Ulfimph is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
McKraken sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Gro Ulfimph doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! McKraken paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Gro Ulfimph - great work!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Murzol Gro Ulfimph!
During a confident post fight interview, Murzol Gro Ulfimph thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SFL 151 | McKraken vs Petrov
Date: Apr 17, 2022

#R1#
Petrov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Petrov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Petrov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Petrov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Petrov throws a jab but it's blocked by McKraken.
Petrov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McKraken tries to counter with a takedown but Petrov is quick to defend against it.
Petrov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McKraken uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Petrov.
McKraken ducks under a wild hook from Petrov.
Petrov ducks under a wild hook from McKraken.
Petrov throws a quick head kick that skims the top of McKraken's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrov throws a looping overhand right but McKraken ducks down to avoid it.
McKraken appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Petrov scores with a three punch combo!
Petrov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McKraken manages to avoid it.
McKraken takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slow jab from Petrov misses its intended target.
McKraken tries to counter with a takedown but Petrov is quick to defend against it.#T1#
McKraken moves forwards but Petrov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McKraken blocks a low kick nicely.
Petrov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
McKraken avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McKraken punishes Petrov's body with a nice straight punch.
McKraken's jab looks to have found its range, popping Petrov under the eye.
Petrov misses the jab.
McKraken defending well as Petrov loads up on a big left hand.
McKraken appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Petrov misses with a straight left.
A left and a right from Petrov both land. Nice combination.
Petrov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McKraken shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Petrov but Petrov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Petrov lands a head shot.#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!
McKraken looks to score with a jab to the body but Petrov is just out of range.
Petrov throws a leg kick #TD#
and McKraken counters with a single leg into guard. Petrov didn't expect that.
McKraken trying to control but Petrov is working from the bottom.
McKraken connects with a couple of short punches.
McKraken stops Petrov from standing up.
McKraken has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Petrov keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
McKraken slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#ES2#
Petrov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
A lazy left from Petrov finds it's target.
Petrov fails with an attempt to clinch.
McKraken walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Petrov misses with an uppercut. McKraken saw that one coming.#T3#
Petrov lands with a kick to the temple. McKraken shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
McKraken avoids the head kick by Petrov.
McKraken steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Petrov.
McKraken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Petrov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
McKraken feinted with a counter takedown.
Sergei Petrov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McKraken takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Petrov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
McKraken misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Petrov thuds his right hand into McKraken's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as McKraken checks a leg kick.
Petrov missing with a left hand there. McKraken was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Petrov misses with a looping right.
McKraken feinted with a counter takedown.#T4#
McKraken on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
McKraken lands with an overhand left.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Petrov misses the body punch #TD#
and McKraken counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Petrov wants to stand up but McKraken is controlling him.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Petrov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McKraken prevents Petrov from getting back to his feet.
Petrov is controlling McKraken's posture.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Petrov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McKraken won't allow Petrov to get back to his feet.
Petrov keeping full guard, as McKraken tries to pass.
Petrov trying to control the position.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergei Petrov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Petrov pulls out of a head kick attempt. #TD#
McKraken throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Petrov tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. McKraken is in Petrov's guard.
McKraken advances position into side control!
Petrov wants to get back to his feet.
Petrov is working to avoid the ground and pound but McKraken connects with a decent elbow.
Petrov is trying to control McKraken's posture but McKraken avoids it.
Petrov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but McKraken wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken landing strikes.
Petrov stops McKraken from passing to mount. #ES2#
Petrov throws McKraken to one side and escapes!
Petrov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McKraken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T1#
Petrov missing with a left hand there. McKraken was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McKraken drops down looking for a counter takedown but Petrov sprawls and moves away.
McKraken clobbers Petrov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Petrov motions for McKraken to come forward. Petrov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McKraken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
McKraken gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Petrov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Petrov throws a head kick that misses.
Petrov with a jab.
Petrov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Petrov throws out a loose jab but McKraken uses good head movement to avoid it.
McKraken lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Petrov circles away quickly and effectively.
A head kick by Petrov misses #TD#
and McKraken counters with a single leg into guard. Petrov didn't expect that. #ES2#
Petrov has his feet on McKraken's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McKraken moves out of range of the body kick.
Petrov throws a big shot that misses.
McKraken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T2#
Petrov throws a head kick that misses.
Petrov swings away with a body shot that misses #TD#
and McKraken counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Petrov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Petrov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McKraken pushes down on Petrov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
McKraken is taking a breather. Petrov 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.
McKraken wants to free his trapped foot but Petrov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
McKraken is nestled in close to Petrov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
McKraken moves nicely into side control.
McKraken prevents Petrov from escaping the position.#T3##SUB#
McKraken tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no McKraken has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
McKraken working the head with strikes.
Petrov is trying to buck McKraken off.
Petrov can't do much from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McKraken remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #SUB#
McKraken tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
McKraken tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no McKraken has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T4##SUB#
Petrov is trying to stand and escape here. He's got onto all fours but that's just let McKraken take his back! Uh oh - McKraken has got a rear naked choke here! Petrov is forced to tap! It's all over! One monent is all it takes in this sport!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Gemechu McKraken!
A victorious Gemechu McKraken thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SFL 146 | Grandis vs Petrov
Date: Mar 23, 2022

#R1#
Alzate misses with a wild body shot.
Alzate throws a body shot but no joy.
Donk. McKraken catches Alzate right on the button with a cross.
Alzate throws a big shot that misses.
A jab from McKraken misses.
Alzate throws the left hand but McKraken avoids the punch easily.
McKraken throws a looping overhand right but Alzate ducks down to avoid it.
McKraken thuds his right hand into Alzate's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Alzate walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. McKraken checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
McKraken misses with a takedown attempt
and Alzate counters with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken moves away from the strike by Alzate.
McKraken misses with a right hand
and Alzate counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Alzate misses with a looping right.
McKraken lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McKraken throws a hook to the side of Alzate's head but Alzate sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
A leg kick checked by McKraken.
McKraken cracks Alzate with a right hand to the side of the head.
McKraken stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McKraken misses with a body punch
and Alzate counters with a nice uppercut.
Alzate avoids the body shot from McKraken.
McKraken shoots for a takedown but Alzate saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
McKraken scores with a jab to the body.
McKraken lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
McKraken misses with a left hand
and Alzate connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McKraken throws a right hand that misses
and Alzate cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alzate scores with a nice right hand.
Decent striking displayed by McKraken there.
Alzate takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #T2#
No luck for McKraken with that takedown attempt.
Niko Alzate has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gemechu McKraken.
McKraken misses with a wild combination.
Alzate throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McKraken sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Alzate tries to sprawl but McKraken drives through with a takedown into half guard.
McKraken lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB2#
McKraken is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Alzate has managed to free his arm - good work.
McKraken is thwarting Alzate's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
McKraken seems to be looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Alzate moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Alzate tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McKraken forces his way into half guard.
Alzate has hold of McKraken's hands but McKraken slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2#
McKraken is looking for submissions but instead, Alzate has regained full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Alzate is on top in guard. #REVR#
McKraken keeping moving, preventing Alzate from controlling successfully. #T4##SUB2#
Alzate has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing McKraken to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Alzate is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - McKraken pulls down on the head and he's put Alzate to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Gemechu McKraken!
A very excited looking Gemechu McKraken made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: SFL 142 | Fire Trudeau
Date: Feb 27, 2022

#R1#
McKraken throws the left hand but Lavigne avoids the punch easily.
Lavigne moves out of range as McKraken strikes.
Lavigne is looking to score with low kicks.
McKraken changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Lavigne tries to avoid it but McKraken manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Lavigne to the ground. Lavigne escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lavigne. McKraken does a little dance to reset his feet.
McKraken fails to land the takedown.
Nice takedown defense from Lavigne. No joy for McKraken on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lavigne takes a swing at McKraken's ribcage but misses.
McKraken walks into a left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken lands a nice shot that snaps Lavigne's head back.
McKraken lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Lavigne fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lavigne throws a body punch but McKraken moves out of range.
McKraken on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lavigne. Lavigne obviously looking to wear him down.
McKraken has been working on his balance at McGrady FT, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Lavigne.#T1#
Nice straight punches there by McKraken. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McKraken.
Lavigne uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McKraken.
Lavigne tries a quick counter leg kick but McKraken is wise to it.
McKraken throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McKraken throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lavigne sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A jab from Lavigne misses.
Lavigne throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
McKraken misses with an uppercut
and McKraken takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McKraken throws a hook but Lavigne avoids it easily.
McKraken throws out a loose jab but Lavigne uses good head movement to avoid it.
McKraken scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lavigne doesn't seem bothered though.
Lavigne connects with a solid leg kick.
Lavigne avoids the body shot from McKraken.
McKraken just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
McKraken blocks a jab.
Lavigne thows a leg kick but McKraken checks it #TD#
and McKraken counters with a single leg into guard. Lavigne didn't expect that.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lavigne lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Lavigne stopping the sweep attempt from McKraken.
McKraken lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
McKraken distracts Lavigne with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
McKraken wants to control from the top but Lavigne keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lavigne is on top in guard. #REVB#
McKraken has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
McKraken is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
Lavigne tries to free his leg and advance position but McKraken is retaining full guard.
McKraken looking to control.
McKraken has control of Lavigne's left arm, preventing Lavigne from doing any damage.
Lavigne postures up.
Lavigne tries to free his leg and advance position but McKraken is retaining full guard.
McKraken wants to sweep here but Lavigne controlling him for the moment.
McKraken keeping moving, preventing Lavigne from controlling successfully. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
McKraken wants to sweep here but Lavigne controlling him for the moment.
Lavigne wants to pass the guard but McKraken is keeping the position.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
McKraken tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Lavigne loads up on a big right hand but McKraken slips the punch.
McKraken lands a jab to the nose.
McKraken scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lavigne in his tracks.
Lavigne dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on McKraken. That did some damage!
Lavigne throws a hook but McKraken avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Gervais Lavigne will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
McKraken lands a head shot.
McKraken throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lavigne throws a chopping leg kick but McKraken manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lavigne ducks under a wild hook from McKraken.
McKraken misses with a straight right.
McKraken throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lavigne is looking to score with low kicks.
McKraken lands a body shot.
McKraken throws a looping overhand right but Lavigne ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken throws a jab but it's blocked by Lavigne.
McKraken misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Lavigne to counter with a crisp jab.
McKraken throws out a loose jab but Lavigne uses good head movement to avoid it.
McKraken throws a right hand that Lavigne ducks under and follows up with a left that Lavigne also avoids with ease.
Lavigne comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T1#
McKraken jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McKraken throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lavigne stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lavigne misses with an uppercut.
McKraken takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Lavigne throws a hook to the side of McKraken's head but McKraken sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lavigne tries to score with a low kick but McKraken moves his leg out of the way.
McKraken attempts a counter takedown but Lavigne avoids it well and moves away.
McKraken slips under a jab.
McKraken tries to counter with a takedown but Lavigne is quick to defend against it.
McKraken jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lavigne throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gemechu McKraken is winning the standup battle so far.
Lavigne throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McKraken looks to land a right hand but Lavigne moved out of range.
Lavigne misses with a body shot.
Lavigne throws a quick inside leg kick. #T2#
Lavigne waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McKraken.#TD#
McKraken changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Lavigne looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
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!
Lavigne prevents McKraken from moving into mount.
Lavigne has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
McKraken advances nicely into full mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lavigne is squirming around, avoiding McKraken's attempts to control the action.
Lavigne is wriggling around trying to escape.
McKraken putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#SUB#
McKraken looking to secure an arm triangle but Lavigne defends it well.
Lavigne manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T3#
McKraken working Lavigne over with strikes.
Lavigne trying to control from the bottom.
McKraken content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
McKraken is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
McKraken seems to be working for a kimura but Lavigne 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.
McKraken lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
McKraken not doing much here.
McKraken is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
The referee warns Lavigne that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Lavigne is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
McKraken trying to control but Lavigne is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Lavigne lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A big right from Lavigne misses.
McKraken drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lavigne sprawls and moves away.
Lavigne's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McKraken connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lavigne scrambles back to his feet.
Lavigne swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McKraken feinted with a counter takedown.
McKraken connects with a nice looking jab.
McKraken throws a poor cross that misses
and Lavigne counters with a nice uppercut.
McKraken misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken throws a lazy uppercut
and Lavigne makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Lavigne takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd cheers as McKraken lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lavigne doesn't seem phased though.
An inside leg kick lands from Lavigne. #T1##TD#
McKraken closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Lavigne to the mat! Lavigne manages to get full guard.
McKraken wants to control from the top but Lavigne keeps moving. #SUB2#
Lavigne is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McKraken defends well.
McKraken advances to half guard.
Lavigne is not content to let McKraken control the position.
McKraken stalling. #T2#
McKraken prevents Lavigne from standing back up. #SUB#
McKraken is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lavigne has managed to free his arm - good work.
Lavigne has hold of McKraken's hands but McKraken slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Lavigne wants to get back to his feet.
McKraken wants to advance to full mount but Lavigne doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Lavigne keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully. #T3#
Lavigne keeping full guard, as McKraken tries to pass.
McKraken is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lavigne thows a leg kick but McKraken checks it #TD#
and McKraken counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
McKraken trying to control but Lavigne is working from the bottom.
Lavigne is trying to control the position but McKraken postures up.
McKraken trying to control but Lavigne is working from the bottom.
McKraken working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T4#
Lavigne is trying to control the position from the bottom.
McKraken passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Gemechu McKraken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
McKraken tries for a kimura but Lavigne is defending well.
Lavigne manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lavigne is looking for a sweep. McKraken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gemechu McKraken showed his dominance in that final round.
I think McKraken has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: SFL 136 | Sitsongrit Returns
Date: Feb 09, 2022

#R1#
Grandis throws a low kick, looking for McKraken's leg but McKraken calmly moves out of range.
Grandis is looking to chop away at McKraken's legs.
That kick from Grandis tenderised McKraken's leg. McKraken is trying to keep his angry face on.
McKraken chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Grandis can pounce on him.
Grandis thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD#
McKraken shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
McKraken looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Grandis with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grandis manages to get to full guard.
McKraken throws a strike but Grandis rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T1#
McKraken working a defensive guard but Grandis passes into half guard.
McKraken is refusing to be controlled, as Grandis sits in half guard.
Grandis tries to pass the half guard into mount. McKraken knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
McKraken trying to control but Grandis postures up.
McKraken is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Grandis is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
McKraken makes his way to full guard. A much better position for McKraken.
McKraken tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
McKraken is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Grandis passes into half guard.
Well, if Grandis 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.
Grandis passes to full mount!
McKraken really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
McKraken tries to control Grandis's body but Grandis pushes him off. McKraken squirms to his side and now Grandis has his back! #T3#
McKraken rolls, trying to escape but Grandis keeps control of the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grandis doesn't have the hooks in and McKraken manages to turn into his guard.
McKraken being controlled here momentarily.
McKraken wants to control from the top but Grandis keeps moving.
Grandis wants to sweep but no luck.
McKraken working some strikes from top position.
Grandis looking to hit a scissor sweep but McKraken is one step ahead there.
McKraken connects with a couple of short punches.#T4#
McKraken engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
McKraken throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Grandis works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McKraken postures up in Grandis's guard and throws a big left but Grandis blocks it.
Grandis is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Grandis working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McKraken doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McKraken manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Robert Grandis dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
McKraken slips a jab from Grandis.
McKraken fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Grandis tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and McKraken is able to avoid easily.
McKraken appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Grandis moves away from the strike by McKraken.
McKraken misses with an uppercut
and Grandis makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
McKraken scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Grandis 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 McKraken has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from McKraken and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
McKraken tries to counter with a takedown but Grandis is quick to defend against it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grandis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A clash of legs there as McKraken blocks the low kick.
McKraken throws a body punch but Grandis moves out of range. #T1#
Grandis takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Grandis swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McKraken is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
McKraken looks to land a left hand but Grandis moved out of range nicely.
Grandis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Grandis throws a leg kick that misses.
Grandis loads up on a big right hand but McKraken slips the punch.
McKraken appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
McKraken shoots and misses
and Grandis counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Robert Grandis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Grandis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Grandis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from McKraken is defended easily by Grandis.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Grandis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McKraken manages to avoid it.
Grandis misses with a body kick.
Nice body punch from Grandis.
McKraken misses the shot to the body.
McKraken takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Grandis throws a low kick but it's checked well by McKraken.
McKraken moves into range and connects with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Grandis throws a jab but it's blocked by McKraken. #T3#
Grandis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Grandis lands a body shot.
A slow jab from McKraken misses its intended target.
McKraken misses with a series of wild punches.
Robert Grandis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Grandis throws a leg kick that misses.
Grandis throws a leg kick #TD#
and McKraken counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Grandis!
McKraken lands a nice forearm strike. #SUB#
McKraken is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Grandis is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Grandis tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but McKraken wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
Grandis is trying to escape the position but McKraken is controlling the position. #SUB#
McKraken working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
A lull in the action here.
Grandis tries to improve position but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Robert Grandis will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
McKraken moves out of range of the body kick.
McKraken attempts a counter takedown but Grandis avoids it well and moves away.
McKraken shoots in for a double leg but Grandis sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Grandis throws a lazy right hand but McKraken sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from McKraken misses.
Grandis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McKraken tries to counter with a takedown but Grandis is quick to defend against it.
That kick from Grandis tenderised McKraken's leg. McKraken is trying to keep his angry face on.
Grandis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McKraken manages to avoid it.
McKraken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grandis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Grandis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Grandis is looking to slow McKraken down with leg kicks.
Robert Grandis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Grandis walks into a jab.#T1#
McKraken defending well as Grandis loads up on a big left hand.
Grandis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McKraken misses with a straight left.
Grandis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McKraken manages to avoid it.
Grandis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Grandis finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
McKraken drops his hands momentarily and Grandis takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
McKraken scores with a crisp jab that stopped Grandis in his tracks.
Grandis misses the jab.
Grandis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T2#
Grandis feints and then cracks McKraken's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McKraken down.
Grandis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McKraken manages to avoid it.
McKraken ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McKraken slips a straight right by Grandis.
Grandis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McKraken moves out of range as Grandis throws a body kick.
McKraken fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Grandis manages to avoid it.
Grandis staying out of range there.
McKraken shoots in looking for a takedown. Grandis tries to sprawl out of it but McKraken keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Grandis manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T3#
McKraken swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Grandis ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#TD#
McKraken shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Grandis slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
McKraken throws a big right hand that misses.
Grandis keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
Grandis is trying to keep McKraken in close. #T4#
McKraken looking to pass the guard.
Gemechu McKraken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McKraken trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Grandis looking to control.
McKraken loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Grandis wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A low kick from Grandis misses #TD#
and McKraken counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Grandis is wriggling around but McKraken manages to pass to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Robert Grandis comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Grandis 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: SFL 127 | New Years Massacre
Date: Dec 31, 2021

#R1#
McKraken tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but River paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McKraken dodges the punch combination from River.
River moves out of range as McKraken strikes.
River turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McKraken misses the shot to the body.
River misses with a low kick.
McKraken half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
McKraken listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
McKraken takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
McKraken 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.
McKraken chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before River can pounce on him.
McKraken takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
McKraken lunges at River with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by River's hand. #CL#
McKraken gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
I was talking to McKraken's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch blocked on the inside by McKraken.
With the fighters up against the cage, River throws an elbow but misses.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from River.
River lands a body shot in the clinch.
River lands a left hand that snaps the head of McKraken backwards. #T1#
A shot in the inside from McKraken.
McKraken is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
McKraken has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by River after a bit of a struggle.
McKraken tries for a takedown. No joy.
River stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
River blocking some punches.
River lands on the inside with an uppercut.
River tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and McKraken avoids it.
River fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by River as McKraken tries to tie him up.
River blocks a punch to the side of the head.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
River trying to control the position but instead, McKraken has worked for underhooks and has pushed River into the cage.
A body shot lands from River. #T2##TD#
McKraken gets control of River's arms and successfully pulls guard. McKraken will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
McKraken looking for a sweep. Not yet McKraken, not yet. #SUB#
McKraken is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and River defends well.
River trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
River throwing strikes but missing.
McKraken has control of River's left arm, preventing River from doing any damage.
River stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McKraken swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
River thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T3#
River working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
McKraken trying to keep a closed guard but River is proving a slippery customer.
McKraken looking for a sweep. Not yet McKraken, not yet.
McKraken is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB2#
River looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
McKraken is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
McKraken looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks River with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB#
McKraken is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
River wants to get back to full guard but McKraken has passed into side control.#SUB#
McKraken swings around for an armbar but River sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into McKraken's guard.
McKraken bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in River's guard. #REVR##SUB2#
River is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
River avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
McKraken wants to control from the top but River keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Bernhard River will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
River throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and McKraken counters with a nice double leg into guard.
McKraken controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
River is trying to keep McKraken in close.
McKraken works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
River looking for submissions off his back.
River is in trouble now - McKraken has advanced to mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as River is looking to escape. #T1##SUB#
McKraken working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
McKraken wants to control the pace but River is squirming around nicely.
River tries to reverse the position but McKraken maintains control.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
McKraken trying to control but he's not successful this time.
River tries to reverse the position but McKraken maintains control.
McKraken wants to control the pace but River is squirming around nicely.
McKraken scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish River?
McKraken in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
McKraken can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as River is looking to escape.
McKraken landing strikes from the mount.
River sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
River tries to roll over but McKraken keeps him under control.#T3##SUB#
River is defending against the submission attempts here by McKraken.
McKraken lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Gemechu McKraken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
McKraken is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and River defends it well. #SUB#
McKraken wants to work for an arm triangle but River is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
McKraken is just content to waste time from the top position. River takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
McKraken throws a big right hand that misses. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McKraken wants to control from the top but River keeps moving.
McKraken keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of River's head.
McKraken wants to pass the guard but River is keeping the position.#SUB2#
McKraken content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because River has locked up a guillotine! River's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? McKraken is holding on here and River must be using up a lot of energy. McKraken has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! River gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bernhard River!
An out of breath Bernhard River thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SFL 123 | Koivisto vs River
Date: Dec 12, 2021

#R1#
McKraken misses with a few strikes there.
One looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL2#
One moves into range and clinches up with McKraken.
One prevents a body shot from McKraken.
One prevents a takedown attempt there.
One tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McKraken's elbow.
One misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McKraken. #BC#
McKraken breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McKraken throws an off balance right hand
and One counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McKraken missing with a left hand there. One was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2#
McKraken tries to keep at a distance but One has taken the fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken drops down looking for an ankle pick but One pulls his leg out and moves away. #TD#
One tries to sprawl but McKraken drives through with a takedown into half guard.#T1#
One is looking to improve his position.
One is trying to maintain the position but McKraken is very close to passing his half guard.
One is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of McKraken's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take McKraken's back!
McKraken tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
McKraken tries to hold on but One pushes him away.
One landing shots from mount.
One lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
McKraken wants to control but One is having none of it.
One wants to control but McKraken has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
One is thwarting McKraken's attempts to control the position.#T2#
One works his foot free and advances to mount. #SUB2#
One is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But McKraken has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from McKraken!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McKraken preventing the sweep.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
McKraken is working One over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
McKraken showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
McKraken cracks One with a solid left hand.
One looking to hit a scissor sweep but McKraken is one step ahead there. #T3#
One keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
One working a defensive guard here.
McKraken forces his way into half guard.
One is holding on to half guard well.
One taking some punishment here, with McKraken in his half guard.
One wants to improve his position but McKraken is controlling well.
McKraken wants to control but One is keeping him busy. #SUB#
McKraken is trying to work for a kimura but One is defending well. #T4#
One trying to control but McKraken postures up.
McKraken wants to lay and pray for a moment but One keeps working. #SUB#
McKraken is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Nice strikes from McKraken there.
One tries to get to full guard but McKraken has control of the leg. #SUB#
McKraken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so One is just riding it out for now. McKraken eventually gives up the hold.
McKraken wants to free his trapped foot but One is holding on for dear life with his legs.
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 Gemechu McKraken 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#
One uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McKraken.
McKraken lands with a straight right. One didn't see that one coming.
McKraken misses with a takedown attempt - One sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
McKraken throws a big shot that misses.
Gemechu McKraken seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McKraken shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. One defends it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
McKraken clinches with his opponent.
One throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but McKraken blocks it with crossed arms.
One slows down the pace here. #T1#
McKraken throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ones head.
I was talking to McKraken's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
One misses with a knee strike.
McKraken has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. One is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
One wants to break free but McKraken has control.
McKraken tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McKraken tries to score a body lock takedown but One shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
McKraken blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McKraken avoiding damage as One throws knees to the body. #BC2#
One's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
McKraken fakes high and swings low for a body shot but One manages to avoid it.
One wants to counter with a clinch but McKraken pushes him away.#CL2#
One closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
McKraken tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
One just leaning against McKraken, taking a breather.
One tries a knee to the head but McKraken blocks it. #T2#
McKraken avoiding damage as One throws knees to the body.
McKraken tries a body shot but One blocks it. #BC2#
One breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McKraken just misses with a punch to the body.
One tries to counter with a clinch but McKraken shakes him off and moves away.
McKraken lands with an uppercut that bounces One off the cage and back into range.
McKraken throws a body shot but no joy.
McKraken misses the shot to the body.
McKraken lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as One backs up against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McKraken lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
One moves in looking to clinch but McKraken pushes him off.
McKraken attempts a counter takedown but One avoids it well and moves away.
Gemechu McKraken is winning the standup battle so far.
One misses with a wild body shot.
McKraken appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
One closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T3#
McKraken misses with an uppercut. One saw that one coming.
McKraken jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
McKraken is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that One can do to turn this around?
One fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD#
McKraken manages to get an easy takedown there - catching One on his heels. He'll look to pass One's guard now, I'm sure.
One controls McKraken momentarily but McKraken frees himself.
McKraken stands and throws One's legs to the side, diving into side control.
One is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
One is staying active underneath McKraken, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
McKraken takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T4#
One is trying to get back to full guard.
One slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
McKraken trying to control but One is working from the bottom.
McKraken is working One over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
McKraken preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
One has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McKraken can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
One working for a triangle but McKraken defends it easily.
One trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
McKraken lands a two punch combo.
McKraken swings and misses with a shot to the body
and One counters with a left to the body.
One is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McKraken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
One uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McKraken.
One tries to clinch but McKraken is having none of it.
McKraken lands a jab.
McKraken misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
McKraken shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches One napping and manages to drive through into side control!
One tries to bench press McKraken off him but McKraken keeps the position. #T1#
McKraken working away.
McKraken tries to move to mount but One blocks the move with his legs. #SUB#
McKraken working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
One is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
One trying to control but McKraken postures up.
One regains full guard. Nicely done.
One looking for a sweep. Not yet One, not yet. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
McKraken trying to move into half guard but instead One has managed to sweep!#REVB#
McKraken controls One momentarily but One frees himself.
One trying to control but McKraken is working from the bottom.
One is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
One trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gemechu McKraken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as One accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
One pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McKraken is keeping the position for now.
McKraken is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
One throwing strikes from guard but McKraken blocks nicely.
One pushing down on McKraken's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
One is looking to take a break and control but McKraken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
One is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
McKraken is looking for a sweep. One is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
McKraken trying to hold on to One's head to control him but One postures up.
McKraken is looking for a sweep. One is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
One throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
McKraken trying to control but One postures up.
New Breed One has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
McKraken gets back to full guard.
McKraken 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.
McKraken being controlled here, momentarily.
One trying to control the position from guard on top but McKraken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Gemechu McKraken is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
One is looking to clinch but McKraken is avoiding it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McKraken bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Some wild striking there from McKraken.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gemechu McKraken!
Gemechu McKraken thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: SFL 117 | Finnish Tax Season
Date: Nov 21, 2021

#R1#
Alzate just misses with a punch to the body.
Alzate throws a chopping leg kick but McKraken manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
McKraken connects with a single shot there.#CL2#
McKraken instigates a clinch.
McKraken goes for a takedown attempt but Alzate pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
McKraken keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Alzate.
Alzate fails in his attempt to clinch.
Alzate lands a jab-cross combination.
Alzate misses with a hook #TD2#
and McKraken counters with a shoot takedown into 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!
McKraken throwing shots but Alzate is blocking nicely.
McKraken has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ground and pound from McKraken.
Alzate is looking for a sweep. McKraken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Alzate looking for submissions off his back.
Alzate avoiding damage under a succession of punches from McKraken.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
McKraken sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Alzate is refusing to be controlled, as McKraken sits in half guard.
Alzate wants to get back to full guard.
McKraken is looking to advance position but Alzate won't allow it.
Alzate 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.#SUB2#
McKraken seems to be looking for submissions.
McKraken controlling the action here. #SUB#
Alzate looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
McKraken wants to take a breather but Alzate is having none of it. #SUB2#
Alzate is defending against the submission attempts here by McKraken.
Alzate controlling the position for now.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Alzate trying to control but McKraken postures up.
Alzate has his hands clasped together around McKraken's back. He's all about the action.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3#
Alzate moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nice sprawl there from Alzate as McKraken shoots in.
Horrible takedown attempt by McKraken or perhaps it was just good defense by Alzate, which made it look bad.
Niko Alzate has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gemechu McKraken.
Alzate misses the shot to the body.
Niko Alzate seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
McKraken closes the distance and clinches.
McKraken tries to pull guard but Alzate forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
McKraken throws a head punch that misses.
McKraken blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McKraken is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Alzate pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Alzate has McKraken pushed against the cage.
McKraken's coach down at McGrady FT was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on McKraken's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Alzate blocks a body shot from McKraken.
McKraken misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Alzate throws a punch but it's blocked by McKraken. #T4#
McKraken tries to throw a body punch but Alzate avoids it by throwing McKraken back against the cage.
Alzate effectively controlling the action here.
McKraken lands with a light punch inside.
McKraken lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
McKraken throws a head punch that misses.
Alzate swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Alzate lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Alzate misses with a short punch on the inside.
Alzate blocking some punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Alzate struggles to land a body shot inside as McKraken controls his hands.
McKraken tries to work over Alzate's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Alzate goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Alzate tries to work over McKraken's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
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 Niko Alzate will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
McKraken feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Alzates jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Alzate throws a solid leg kick but McKraken takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Alzate.
McKraken is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Alzate looks to throw the jab but McKraken is out of range.
No luck with that takedown attempt from McKraken.
Alzate misses with a left hand #TD2#
and McKraken counters with a nice double leg into side control. Alzate won't be happy with that.
McKraken working away.
McKraken wants to take a breather but Alzate manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for McKraken.
Alzate trying to keep a closed guard but McKraken is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken throwing strikes from guard but Alzate blocks nicely.
Alzate working a defensive guard here. #T1#
McKraken with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
McKraken landing some decent shots from guard.
Alzate has his hands on McKraken's head, controlling the position.
McKraken is looking to work some ground and pound but Alzate has wrist control.
McKraken wants to pass the guard but Alzate is keeping the position.
McKraken trying to control but Alzate is working from the bottom.
Alzate trying to control the position.
Alzate looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Alzate has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but McKraken has passed into side control.
Alzate tries to buck McKraken off but McKraken is having none of it.
Alzate takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain. #SUB2#
McKraken has an Americana. Alzate didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! McKraken is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if McKraken hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Gemechu McKraken!
A very excited looking Gemechu McKraken made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: SFL 111 | Sitsongrit vs Payer
Date: Oct 27, 2021

#R1#
Reed looks to score with a jab to the body but McKraken is just out of range.
McKraken is trying hard to land a takedown here. Reed sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
It seemed like Reed was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
No luck for McKraken with that takedown attempt.
McKraken gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Reed counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McKraken tries to clinch but Reed moves away
and Reed counters with a one-two to the body.
Reed throws a hook but McKraken avoids it easily.
Reed avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McKraken thuds his right hand into Reed's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Sloppy strikes from McKraken. Those never looked like landing.
McKraken just misses with a punch to the body.
McKraken takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McKraken throws a body punch but Reed moves out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Reed. Those never looked like landing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Reed throws a big shot that misses.
McKraken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Reed ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McKraken moves away.
Reed swats away the attempt to clinch by McKraken.
McKraken looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
McKraken showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Reed.
McKraken fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Reed doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A big left from Reed misses.
Reed scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McKraken doesn't seem bothered though.
Reed throws a body shot but no joy.
McKraken lands a jab.
McKraken's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Reed connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! McKraken scrambles back to his feet.#T2#
McKraken just misses with a punch to the body.
Reed ducks under a wild hook from McKraken.
McKraken takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tommy Reed is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Reed throws a looping overhand right but McKraken ducks down to avoid it.
Reed tests McKraken's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McKraken looks to score with a jab to the body but Reed is just out of range.
Reed swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Reed misses with a few strikes there.
Reed fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McKraken manages to avoid it.
McKraken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
McKraken takes one to the chin there.
McKraken gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Reed takes a shot right to the bread basket.
McKraken scores with a jab.
Reed scores with a hook.
Reed has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.#CL#
McKraken moves into the clinch successfully.
McKraken is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Reed pulls him back up using the underhooks.
McKraken wants a takedown but no success here. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by McKraken.
Reed tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Reed scores with a hook to the body.
Reed tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McKraken is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
A nice right hand lands inside from McKraken.
McKraken lands a nice shot to the body. #BC2#
Reed breaks from the clinch.
Reed misses with a jab, cross combination.
A jab lands there for McKraken.
McKraken looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Some wild striking there from Reed.
A looping hook to the body misses from Reed. McKraken does a little dance to reset his feet.
McKraken throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Reed.
Reed ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McKraken moves away.#T4#
Reed steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McKraken.
A looping hook to the body misses from Reed. McKraken does a little dance to reset his feet.
Reed avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Reed throws a shot from downtown. McKraken moves away and avoids it.
McKraken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Reed misses the jab.
McKraken tries to clinch there but Reed circles away.
Reed slaps away a takedown attempt from McKraken, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Reed scores with a shot to the body.
Reed dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Reed scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McKraken doesn't seem bothered though.
McKraken misses with a series of wild punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tommy Reed 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#
McKraken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Reed avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Reed lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McKraken circles away quickly and effectively.
Decent striking displayed by Reed there.
McKraken cracks Reed with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Reed misses with a wild combination.
McKraken feinted with a counter takedown.
Reed lands with a nice body punch.
Reed on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Reed looks to land a combination. McKraken sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
McKraken scores with a jab. Reed acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big right from Reed misses.
Nice cross by McKraken.#TD#
McKraken shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. McKraken showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB#
McKraken is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Reed sees it coming and defends easily.#T1#
Reed is looking for a sweep. McKraken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Reed is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McKraken pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
McKraken is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
McKraken prevents Reed from improving his position.
Reed is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Reed tries to regain full guard. Instead though, McKraken has advanced to mount. Uh oh. #T2#
McKraken avoids the attempt from Reed to control.
McKraken trying to control but Reed is having none of it.
Reed is looking to improve his position but McKraken isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
McKraken jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Reed manages to avoid the submission attempt.
McKraken trying to control the position but Reed is working away. #T3##SUB#
McKraken tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no McKraken has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Reed struggling a bit here.
McKraken trying to control the position but Reed is working away.
Reed manages to work his way to half guard, despite McKraken's best efforts.
Still in half guard, McKraken seems content to control.
McKraken wants to take a breather but Reed is having none of it. #SUB#
McKraken is looking for a kimura but Reed is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for McKraken to get the leverage.
Reed is looking for a sweep. McKraken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
McKraken wants to pass the guard but Reed is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Reed is controlling McKraken's position as best he can from this difficult position.#SUB#
McKraken is looking for a kimura here.
Reed trying to control but McKraken postures up. #SUB2#
Reed looking for submissions off his back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McKraken is looking to take a break and control but Reed is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Gemechu McKraken will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
McKraken misses with a hook.
Reed looks to land a left hand but McKraken moved out of range nicely.
Reed defends well against a solid takedown attempt from McKraken.
McKraken has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from McKraken there as he acknowledges the shot.
McKraken looks to score with a jab to the body but Reed is just out of range.
Reed displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McKraken throws out the jab.
McKraken throws a hook to the side of Reed's head but Reed sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McKraken tries to close the distance and clinch up but Reed swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A nice combination there by Reed.
McKraken shoots in but no luck this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken tries to clinch but Reed moves out of range.
A cross from Reed lands.
Reed misses with an uppercut.
Tommy Reed seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Reed lands a slapping body shot.
Reed lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McKraken circles away quickly and effectively.#T1#
McKraken tries to clinch up
and Reed cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Reed stuffs the takedown attempt from McKraken. McKraken gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McKraken lands a jab.
Reed moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#TD#
McKraken darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
McKraken looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
McKraken is trying to work for a kimura but Reed is defending well. #T2#
Reed regains full guard. Nicely done.
Reed bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in McKraken's guard. #REVB#
McKraken pulls Reed in close to prevent any damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Reed stopping the sweep attempt from McKraken.
Reed pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McKraken is keeping the position for now.
Reed throws an elbow that misses. McKraken uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Reed's guard. Nice move by McKraken!#REVR##T3#
McKraken sitting in guard here, content to control.
McKraken distracts Reed with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Reed looking to hit a scissor sweep but McKraken is one step ahead there.
McKraken lands a couple of elbows.
McKraken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Reed wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Reed looking to hit a scissor sweep but McKraken is one step ahead there. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McKraken trying to control but Reed is working from the bottom.
McKraken stopping the sweep attempt from Reed.#SUB2#
Reed working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McKraken doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McKraken manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
McKraken throwing strikes from guard but Reed blocks nicely.
Reed can't keep his opponent in guard - McKraken advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Reed is looking to improve his position.
Reed is trying to control but can't.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tommy Reed comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Reed 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tommy Reed!
Tommy Reed managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Conviction, into his post fight interview.

Event: SFL 104 | Sitsongrit vs Petrov
Date: Sep 26, 2021

#R1#
No luck for McKraken with that takedown attempt.
McKraken throws a shot from downtown. Grandis moves away and avoids it.
McKraken fails with a takedown attempt.
Grandis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McKraken moves away.
McKraken tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
The fighters circling - Grandis throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McKraken looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Grandis is fending him off so far but McKraken persists. Nope, Grandis circles away and we're back to standing.
Robert Grandis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gemechu McKraken.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Grandis.
McKraken just misses with a punch to the body.
Grandis throwing a counter right hand but McKraken manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McKraken listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Grandis leaves McKraken with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Grandis ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
We've been told by Grandis's head coaches at The Foundry that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T1#
Grandis with the inside leg kick. #TD2#
McKraken closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Grandis to the mat! Grandis manages to get full guard.
Grandis has control of McKraken's left arm, preventing McKraken from doing any damage.
Grandis looking to hit a scissor sweep but McKraken is one step ahead there.
McKraken wants to control from the top but Grandis keeps moving.
Grandis controls McKraken momentarily but McKraken frees himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McKraken sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Grandis's guard. #T2#
McKraken missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
McKraken missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Grandis works his way to full guard. Good work.
McKraken is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Grandis trying to control the position.
Grandis working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McKraken.
McKraken with a nice head shot there.
McKraken postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
McKraken scoring with some ground and pound.
McKraken looking to sit in guard and control but Grandis gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T3#
McKraken looking to hit a scissor sweep but Grandis is one step ahead there.
McKraken has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
McKraken looking for a guillotine here but Grandis defends easily.
McKraken controls Grandis momentarily but Grandis frees himself.
McKraken is controlling Grandis's posture.
McKraken looking for a sweep. Not yet McKraken, not yet. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
McKraken trying to keep a closed guard but Grandis is proving a slippery customer.
McKraken is pulling down on Grandis's head. It's preventing any offense from Grandis, at least for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McKraken wants to sweep here but Grandis controlling him for the moment.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
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 Robert Grandis will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Grandis slips a straight right by McKraken.
Grandis fails with an attempt to clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Grandis. McKraken does a little dance to reset his feet.
McKraken drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Grandis defends it well.
McKraken walks into a left hand.
Grandis scores with a punch to the head.
McKraken fails with a takedown attempt.
McKraken closes the distance and clinches up with Grandis, looking for a takedown. McKraken pushes Grandis against the cage but Grandis circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Grandis drops his hands momentarily and McKraken takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grandis misses the jab.
Grandis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McKraken moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Grandis shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T1#
McKraken misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Grandis.
Grandis was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
McKraken stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Grandis.
McKraken misses with a body punch
and Grandis counters with an inside leg kick.
McKraken's coach down at McGrady FT was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on McKraken's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Grandis misses the shot to the body.
Good shot there by Grandis.
McKraken fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Robert Grandis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gemechu McKraken.#TD2#
McKraken closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - McKraken lands in his opponent's guard.
Grandis keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
Grandis preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
McKraken cracks Grandis with a solid left hand.
Grandis manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. McKraken manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Grandis passes McKraken's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
McKraken is trying to control but can't.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Grandis seems to be working for a kimura but McKraken defends the submission attempt.
McKraken gets full guard.
McKraken not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3#
McKraken is controlling Grandis's posture.
Grandis stands and throws McKraken's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Grandis works to advance to full mount. McKraken defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
McKraken regains half guard.
McKraken is doing well to control the position and prevent Grandis from advancing to side control.
Grandis is pressing down on McKraken's thigh, looking to free his foot. McKraken is holding on for now. #T4#
McKraken is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Grandis's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Grandis's back!
McKraken has Grandis flattened out and is raining down punches.
McKraken struggling to keep hold of the position. #SUB2#
McKraken is looking for the choke from the back position but Grandis is controlling his hands well.
Grandis tries to roll but McKraken sticks to his back. #SUB2#
Grandis is in a bad position with McKraken working for a choke. Grandis manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grandis controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Grandis wants to control from the top but McKraken keeps moving.
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 Robert Grandis will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Grandis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McKraken just misses with a punch to the body.
McKraken will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
McKraken misses with a looping left.
McKraken slips under a jab.
McKraken tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McKraken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Grandis moves away.
McKraken throws an off balance right hand
and Grandis counters with a nice body shot.
Grandis throws a head kick but McKraken moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grandis misses with a wild body shot.
Grandis lands a leg kick that knocks McKraken off balance momentarily.
Grandis throws a body punch but McKraken moves out of range.
McKraken moves out of range as Grandis strikes.
Grandis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
McKraken cracks a nice hook into Grandis's ribs.
Grandis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McKraken avoids the head kick by Grandis.
McKraken tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Grandis is looking to chop away at McKraken's legs.
Robert Grandis is winning the standup battle so far.
A nice inside leg kick there by Grandis. That's going to slow McKraken down.
Grandis misses with a hook. McKraken ducked under it nicely.
Grandis avoids the body shot from McKraken.
It appears Grandis was looking to counter with a kick there.
Grandis jabs at McKraken's body.
McKraken moves away from the strike by Grandis.
McKraken uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Grandis.
McKraken stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Grandis avoids the body shot from McKraken. #T2#
Grandis throws a jab but it's blocked by McKraken.
Grandis lands with a right hand.
Grandis takes a swing at McKraken's ribcage but misses.
Grandis throws a leg kick which misses McKraken's front leg but catches the back leg as McKraken tries to avoid it.
Grandis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McKraken can do to turn this around?
McKraken gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McKraken ducks under a wild hook from Grandis.
McKraken throws a big shot that misses.
Gemechu McKraken seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McKraken changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Grandis tries to avoid it but McKraken manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Grandis to the ground. Grandis escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from McKraken.
Robert Grandis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gemechu McKraken.
Grandis throws a low kick but it's checked well by McKraken.
Robert Grandis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McKraken with a lazy takedown attempt
and Grandis counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#TD2#
McKraken scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#T3#
Grandis tries to buck McKraken off but McKraken is having none of it.
Grandis is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, McKraken asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Gemechu McKraken has got the better of the ground game so far.
McKraken trying to control the position but Grandis is working away.
McKraken lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
McKraken in side control lands a decent elbow. #SUB2#
McKraken goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Grandis has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for McKraken but great work by Grandis.
Grandis wants to control but McKraken is keeping him busy.
McKraken sneaks back into half guard.#T4#
McKraken is looking to improve his position.
Gemechu McKraken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McKraken is refusing to be controlled, as Grandis sits in half guard.
Grandis prevents McKraken from improving his position.
Grandis sitting and controlling from the half guard.
McKraken manages to get to full guard.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:28
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert Grandis!
After the fight, Robert Grandis 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: SFL 96 | Powerful Auspices
Date: Aug 29, 2021

#R1#
Sitsongrit with the inside leg kick. #TD2#
McKraken 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.

Sitsongrit kicks McKraken off and gets to his feet.
McKraken is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nice body punch from McKraken.
McKraken takes one on the button.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McKraken shoots in for a takedown but Sitsongrit shows good takedown defense.
McKraken ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD2#
McKraken shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Sitsongrit definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
McKraken stopping the sweep attempt from Sitsongrit.
McKraken with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sitsongrit trying to control the position here.
McKraken wants to control from the top but Sitsongrit keeps moving. #T1#
McKraken loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
McKraken trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
McKraken stops Sitsongrit from standing up.
McKraken slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
McKraken is fighting to break Sitsongrit's control of his arms but Sitsongrit is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sitsongrit blocks a jab.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
McKraken is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McKraken's coach down at McGrady FT was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on McKraken's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#CL#
Sitsongrit instigates a clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Sitsongrit.
McKraken throws a punch but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sitsongrit creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
McKraken misses with a punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Sitsongrit tries a body shot but McKraken blocks it. #T2#
Sitsongrit prevents McKraken from breaking the clinch.
Sitsongrit lands an uppercut.
McKraken blocks an uppercut.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot in the clinch.
McKraken misses with some punches.
McKraken blocks a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Good body shot from Sitsongrit.
McKraken lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sitsongrit working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A shot in the inside from Sitsongrit.
McKraken is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit is defending well.
Sitsongrit lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt McKraken or not.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, McKraken creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Sitsongrit fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit misses with the head strike. #T3#
McKraken misses with a punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short right from Sitsongrit.
McKraken blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sitsongrit stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Sitsongrit has McKraken pressed against the cage, preventing McKraken from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
McKraken tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sitsongrit has McKraken pressed against the cage, preventing McKraken from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs.
McKraken blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McKraken can't get the takedown.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gemechu McKraken.
Sitsongrit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McKraken wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Sitsongrit lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt McKraken or not.
McKraken misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sitsongrit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McKraken takes a shot to the head.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit - that landed with a thud.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4#
Sitsongrit can't find room to land a body shot as McKraken controls the action.
McKraken is trying to break the clinch but Sitsongrit has him pressed against the cage.
Sitsongrit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sitsongrit keeps control of McKraken as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
McKraken has a couple of punches blocked by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Sitsongrit lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit lands with a light punch inside.
Sitsongrit presses McKraken against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
McKraken misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McKraken is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
A right hand to the body from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short body shot lands from Sitsongrit as the two fighters clinch.
McKraken looks winded!
Sitsongrit scores with a hook to the body.
A short right from Sitsongrit on the inside.
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A short right from Sitsongrit.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sakmongkol Sitsongrit 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#
Sitsongrit throws a head kick but McKraken moves out of range.
McKraken tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
McKraken cracks Sitsongrit with a right hand to the side of the head.
McKraken avoids a kick to the body.
Sitsongrit fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and McKraken has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#TD2#
McKraken drives through with a takedown into guard.
Sitsongrit wants to get back to his feet but McKraken is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Sitsongrit working a defensive guard here.
McKraken throwing strikes from guard but Sitsongrit blocks nicely.
Sitsongrit wants to get back to his feet but McKraken is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit seems keen to control McKraken's posture.
Sitsongrit has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sitsongrit is on top in guard. #REVR#
Sitsongrit stopping the sweep attempt from McKraken.
McKraken has control of Sitsongrit's left arm, preventing Sitsongrit from doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McKraken 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.
McKraken keeps trying to improve his position.
Sitsongrit wanted to stand there but McKraken had control of the position.
McKraken has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sitsongrit stopping the sweep attempt from McKraken.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SU#
Sitsongrit stands up and waves to McKraken to follow him.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but McKraken avoids it easily.
McKraken lands a nice shot to the body.
McKraken lands an overhand right.
Sitsongrit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McKraken.#TD2#
McKraken shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Sitsongrit is trying to defend but McKraken finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Sitsongrit is trying to stand up here but McKraken is controlling him well.
Sitsongrit has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. McKraken is working away from the top position though.
Sitsongrit is looking for a sweep. McKraken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sitsongrit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McKraken can do to turn this around?
McKraken missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Sitsongrit is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB2#
McKraken is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sitsongrit sees it coming and defends easily.
Sitsongrit keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Sitsongrit manages to get to full guard.
Sitsongrit wants to stand up but McKraken is controlling him. #ES#
Sitsongrit manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Sitsongrit scores with a shoulder strike. #T4#
Sitsongrit lands with a right to the head.
McKraken can't break the clinch.
McKraken looking for a takedown.
Sitsongrit is pressed up against the cage. McKraken has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Sitsongrit down to the mat. Sitsongrit avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Sitsongrit throws a front kick aimed at McKraken's knee but McKraken avoids it well.
McKraken drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sitsongrit defends it well.
McKraken on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sitsongrit. Sitsongrit obviously looking to wear him down.
McKraken walks into a stiff left hand from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but McKraken is out of range.
Sitsongrit loads up on a big right hand but McKraken slips the punch.
McKraken shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Sitsongrit counters with a nice uppercut.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gemechu McKraken.
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!
McKraken will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from McKraken.
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from McKraken.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sakmongkol Sitsongrit dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McKraken moves away.
Decent striking displayed by Sitsongrit there.
McKraken blocks a low kick nicely.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook. McKraken ducked under it nicely.
McKraken has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sitsongrit finds it's way round the side to connect with McKraken's head.
McKraken jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McKraken swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but McKraken moved away.
McKraken is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Sitsongrit slips under a jab.
McKraken fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit scores with a kick to the body.
Sitsongrit ducks right into an uppercut from McKraken.
McKraken shoots in and drives through. Sitsongrit sprawls well.
McKraken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
McKraken throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Sitsongrit lands a nice leg kick that just misses McKraken's sensitive parts.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit is winning the standup battle so far.
McKraken shoots in and drives through. Sitsongrit sprawls well.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gemechu McKraken.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick that misses #TD2#
and McKraken counters with a nice double leg into side control. Sitsongrit won't be happy with that.

Sitsongrit sneaks out the side door and pushes McKraken away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McKraken.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Sitsongrit. #CL#
Sitsongrit closes the distance and clinches.
Sitsongrit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McKraken's elbow.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook from the clinch.
McKraken tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sitsongrit's elbow.
Sitsongrit makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sitsongrit lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Sitsongrit can't find room to land a body shot as McKraken controls the action.
Sitsongrit is pressed up against the cage. McKraken has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Sitsongrit down to the mat. Sitsongrit avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T2#
McKraken takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab.
McKraken throws a big shot that misses.
McKraken cracks Sitsongrit with a good jab.
Sitsongrit will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Sitsongrit's jab looks to have found its range, popping McKraken under the eye.
Sitsongrit throws a chopping leg kick but McKraken manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
McKraken drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sitsongrit defends it well.
Sitsongrit works McKraken's body with a nice hook.
McKraken gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit slips under a jab.
McKraken 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.
McKraken shoots in looking for a takedown. Sitsongrit tries to sprawl out of it but McKraken keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sitsongrit manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking body shot. #T3#
Sitsongrit misses with a kick to the body #TD2#
and McKraken decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Sitsongrit's guard.

Sitsongrit has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. McKraken has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Sitsongrit scores with a nice short uppercut.
Sitsongrit stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
McKraken blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
McKraken swings wildly with an uppercut but Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid it.
McKraken lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sitsongrit lands a shot to the body.
McKraken takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sitsongrit lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sitsongrit can't find room to land a body shot as McKraken controls the action.
Sitsongrit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McKraken's elbow.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body. #T4#
McKraken is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but McKraken avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage.
Sitsongrit fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit working aggressively here.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit - that landed with a thud.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sitsongrit lands with a short shot to the head.
McKraken is looking to break free of the clinch but Sitsongrit has double underhooks.
McKraken throws a punch but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit can't find room to land a body shot as McKraken controls the action.
Sitsongrit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit has McKraken pressed against the cage, preventing McKraken from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit lands a nice shot to the body.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Sitsongrit lands a body punch.
Sitsongrit scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A right hand to the body from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sakmongkol Sitsongrit clearly takes that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Jab from Sitsongrit.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A low kick from Sitsongrit misses #TD2#
and McKraken counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Sitsongrit tries to get to full guard but McKraken has control of the leg.
Sitsongrit is trying to control but can't.
Sitsongrit is trying to stand up here but McKraken is controlling him well.
Sitsongrit is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
McKraken thows a huge punch but Sitsongrit dodges it nicely. #SUB2#
McKraken 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.
McKraken thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Sitsongrit avoiding damage under a succession of punches from McKraken.
Sitsongrit wants to control but McKraken is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
McKraken is keen to just control but Sitsongrit is a slippery customer.
Sitsongrit is trying to stand up here but McKraken is controlling him well. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
McKraken misses with a body shot.
Sitsongrit lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McKraken at a distance.
Jab from McKraken.
McKraken scores with a jab to the jaw.
McKraken blocks the body kick.
McKraken tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sitsongrit swivels and escapes.
Donk. Sitsongrit catches McKraken right on the button with a cross.
McKraken shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick that misses.
And McKraken tries to counter it with a takedown but Sitsongrit pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sitsongrit throws a sloppy head kick and McKraken moves out of range easily.
Nice defenses there by McKraken.
Sitsongrit lands an overhand right.#T2#
Sitsongrit misses the jab.
McKraken feints the counter takedown.
McKraken looks to throw the jab but Sitsongrit is out of range.
Good shot there by Sitsongrit.
McKraken takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sitsongrit connects with a body shot that sends McKraken's belly button to the back.#TD2#
McKraken shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Sitsongrit regains full guard. Nicely done.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sitsongrit is looking to stand up but McKraken isn't so interested in that idea.
McKraken slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Sitsongrit looking for a sweep. Not yet Sitsongrit, not yet. #T3#
Sitsongrit pulls McKraken in close to his closed guard and prevents McKraken from doing any damage or advancing position.
Sitsongrit keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
Sitsongrit is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
McKraken moves into full guard.
Sitsongrit wants to stand but McKraken has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SU#
Sitsongrit stands and steps away. McKraken gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #T4#
McKraken fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gemechu McKraken.#TD2#
McKraken shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Sitsongrit napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sitsongrit is trying to improve his position.
Sitsongrit stops McKraken from passing to mount.
Sitsongrit tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but McKraken wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sitsongrit defending against the ground and pound.
Sitsongrit is trying to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sakmongkol Sitsongrit had his way with Gemechu McKraken in 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. This is the final round!#R5#
McKraken throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Sitsongrit on the side of the head.
Sitsongrit takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McKraken tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sitsongrit defends well and McKraken ends up having to push Sitsongrit into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Sitsongrit tests McKraken's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sitsongrit.
McKraken dips to his left and cracks Sitsongrit with an uppercut!
McKraken slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Sitsongrit walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
McKraken keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit throws a push kick but McKraken slaps the foot to one side.
McKraken keeps the fight on the outside.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice head shot.
Sitsongrit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McKraken was well out of range. Poor timing from Sitsongrit.
McKraken tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A low kick lands for Sitsongrit. #T1#
Sitsongrit takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McKraken throws a hook to the side of Sitsongrit's head but Sitsongrit sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McKraken's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab to the head.
Sitsongrit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McKraken.
Sitsongrit tries to land a leg kick but McKraken saw it coming and moves away.
Sitsongrit connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
McKraken walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Sitsongrit loads up on a big right hand but McKraken slips the punch.
McKraken with the counter takedown but Sitsongrit avoids it easily.
McKraken slips under a jab from Sitsongrit.
McKraken tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
McKraken fails with the takedown.#TD2#
McKraken closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Sitsongrit did well to prevent McKraken getting side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McKraken tries to pass the half guard into mount. Sitsongrit knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2#
Sitsongrit trying to get back to full guard but McKraken takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Sitsongrit is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Sitsongrit is working hard here to advance position.
Sitsongrit wants to hold on but McKraken pushes him away.
McKraken thowing shots but they're missing.
McKraken with good strikes from the mount here!
McKraken looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here. #T3#
McKraken lands a heavy elbow.
Sitsongrit is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sitsongrit is looking to improve his position but McKraken isn't that keen on the idea.
Sitsongrit avoids a series of strikes thrown by McKraken.
McKraken content just to control the position here.
Sitsongrit is in a horrible position here. McKraken smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Sitsongrit is desperately trying to improve his position but McKraken has a good base and remains in mount.
Sitsongrit is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sitsongrit is trying desperately to improve position.
McKraken cracks Sitsongrit with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena. #T4#
McKraken avoids the attempt from Sitsongrit to control.
McKraken wants to control the pace but Sitsongrit is squirming around nicely.
Gemechu McKraken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McKraken throws some wild stikes that Sitsongrit manages to avoid easily.
Sitsongrit is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sitsongrit is looking to get to half guard.#SUB2#
McKraken is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Sitsongrit has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Sitsongrit is desperately trying to get back to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gemechu McKraken comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Sitsongrit has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 49:46
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 49:46
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sakmongkol Sitsongrit!
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit retains his bantamweight title!
After winning the bout, Sakmongkol Sitsongrit thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Gemechu McKraken stepped up to the mic, saying 'Well shit, I tried... Who wants to come to my after party? Everyone's invited!!'.

Event: SFL 89 | Sakmongkol's Reign
Date: Aug 01, 2021

#R1#
Barbosa just misses with a punch to the body.
Barbosa connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Barbosa misses with a two punch combination.
Barbosa throws a body punch but McKraken moves out of range. #TD2#
McKraken gets the takedown into side control.
McKraken lands a decent elbow from side control.
Barbosa can't do much from the bottom here.
McKraken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Barbosa keeps working.
McKraken is working Barbosa over with some ground and pound from side control. #SUB2#
McKraken wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Barbosa, who protects the arm well.
McKraken has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Barbosa is looking to reverse the position.
McKraken grinds an elbow into Barbosa's temple.
McKraken scores with a couple of short elbows.#T1#
McKraken landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Barbosa tries to get back to half guard but can't.
McKraken tries to advance to mount but Barbosa denies him.
Barbosa is trying to improve his position.
McKraken scores with a couple of short elbows.#SUB2#
McKraken is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Barbosa knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Barbosa is trying to improve his position.
McKraken lands a decent elbow from side control. #T2#
Barbosa takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
McKraken lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Sloppy strikes there by McKraken.
Barbosa looks to move to half guard but instead McKraken has passed into mount! Damn!
Barbosa is working to get back to half guard.
McKraken lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
McKraken lands a big shot there that rocks Barbosa but he's holding on and managing to survive for now. #ROC2#Barbosa is rocked!
McKraken with shots to the head and body - Barbosa looks very uncomfortable down there.
Oh Barbosa is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
This has been an exciting period of action!
McKraken dominating with strikes here.
McKraken lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
A nice elbow there by McKraken.
McKraken has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Barbosa's face. #T3#
Barbosa regains half guard.
Barbosa trying to control here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McKraken sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Barbosa defending well though.
Barbosa seems to have got his legs back now.
McKraken thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Barbosa's head.
Barbosa tries to roll over but McKraken keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nice strikes from McKraken there.
Barbosa gets full guard.#T4#
McKraken working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Barbosa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Barbosa tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McKraken is working Barbosa over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Barbosa wants to sweep but no luck.
Barbosa is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
McKraken wants to control from the top but Barbosa keeps moving.
McKraken is in close to Barbosa's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Barbosa keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
McKraken postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Barbosa lands a nice hook to McKraken's body. McKraken takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Barbosa throws a body punch but McKraken moves out of range.
McKraken defending well as Barbosa loads up on a big left hand.
Barbosa throws the left hand but McKraken avoids the punch easily.#TD2#
McKraken shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Barbosa's guard.
McKraken postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Barbosa trying to keep a closed guard but McKraken is proving a slippery customer.
McKraken has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McKraken working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Gemechu McKraken has got the better of the ground game so far.
Barbosa working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McKraken.
McKraken slips nicely into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa taking some punishment here, with McKraken in his half guard.
McKraken scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
McKraken looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Barbosa trying to control from the bottom. #T1#
McKraken is looking to take a break and control but Barbosa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Barbosa manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Barbosa controls McKraken momentarily but McKraken frees himself.
McKraken is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
McKraken lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
McKraken works over Barbosa with some ground and pound from guard.
McKraken throwing strikes from guard but Barbosa blocks nicely.
McKraken chips away with some ground and pound.
Barbosa not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
McKraken connects with a couple of short punches.
McKraken trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
McKraken postures up and lands a big shot to Barbosa's brow.
McKraken is working Barbosa over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
McKraken wants to control from the top but Barbosa keeps moving.
Barbosa avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
McKraken trying to control but Barbosa is working from the bottom.
Barbosa wants to improve his position but instead McKraken has moved into half guard.
Barbosa has hold of McKraken's hands but McKraken slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Barbosa tries to roll over but McKraken keeps him under control.
McKraken is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Barbosa is looking to improve his position but McKraken isn't that keen on the idea.#T3#
Barbosa slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
McKraken looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
McKraken working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Barbosa is trying to maintain the position but McKraken is very close to passing his half guard.
Ground and pound from McKraken.
McKraken looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Barbosa tries to roll over but McKraken keeps him under control.
McKraken scoring with strikes to the body and head.
McKraken lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Still in half guard, McKraken seems content to control.#T4#
McKraken is nestled in close to Barbosa, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
McKraken working over Barbosa with some ground and pound. Barbosa looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
McKraken not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Barbosa works his way to full guard. Good work.
McKraken tries to free his leg and advance position but Barbosa is retaining full guard.
Barbosa wants to sweep here but McKraken controlling him for the moment.
McKraken is pushing down on Barbosa's leg trying to pass to half guard. Barbosa is fighting to maintain full guard but McKraken has managed to sneak the leg through.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
McKraken working over Barbosa with some ground and pound. Barbosa looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Barbosa has hold of McKraken's hands but McKraken slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Barbosa slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Barbosa looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
McKraken gets cracked there but stands up to it.
McKraken 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. #TD2#
McKraken drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
McKraken stopping the sweep attempt from Barbosa.
McKraken postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Barbosa keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
Barbosa working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken with a flurry of punches that miss.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Barbosa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McKraken works over Barbosa with some ground and pound from guard.#T1##SUB#
Barbosa throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Barbosa is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
McKraken chips away with some ground and pound.
McKraken lands a couple of decent looking shots.
McKraken throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Barbosa works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells McKraken's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Barbosa 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.
McKraken postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
McKraken landing some decent shots from guard.
McKraken chips away with some ground and pound.#T2#
McKraken working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
McKraken working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
McKraken chips away with some ground and pound.
McKraken gets to his feet and stands over Barbosa, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Barbosa felt that one! McKraken unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Barbosa from any more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gemechu McKraken!
In his post fight interview, Gemechu McKraken started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Caio Barbosa was interviewed post fight and said 'I think he did very well and would like the chance to avenge this victory. '.

Event: SFL 83 | McCracken vs Jun
Date: Jul 01, 2021

#R1##TD#
Jun tries to sprawl but McKraken drives through with a takedown into half guard.
McKraken works his way into full mount!
McKraken lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
McKraken is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Jun can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
McKraken lands a heavy elbow. #SUB#
McKraken working for a submission but Jun is keeping him at bay.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McKraken avoids the attempt from Jun to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jun is looking to improve his position but McKraken isn't that keen on the idea.
Jun tries to lock up and control but McKraken gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Jun is in a horrible position here. McKraken smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
McKraken avoids the attempt from Jun to control.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1#
Jun is in all sorts of trouble here.
McKraken is landing with some decent strikes but Jun is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
McKraken scores with a couple of good head shots there.
McKraken lands a couple of good shots and Jun has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Jun is trying to break free.
Jun grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
McKraken is punishing Jun with strikes - can he finish him?!
McKraken not allowing Jun to control his hands.
McKraken punishes Jun with strikes from the back mount.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McKraken has the hooks in. Jun is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
McKraken looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
McKraken lands strikes to the head.
McKraken lands with a hammerfist to the side of Jun's head.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - McKraken's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke. #T2#
Jun trying to control the position but McKraken manages to sink in the hooks.
Jun is really stuck here. #SUB#
McKraken is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
You can see the frustration on Jun's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Jun looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
McKraken landing with strikes.
I really don't envy Jun right now.
McKraken gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
Can Jun hold on?! McKraken is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
McKraken lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
McKraken is punishing Jun with strikes - can he finish him?!#T3##SUB#
Jun defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of McKraken's arms.
McKraken has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Jun.
McKraken has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
McKraken scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Jun is looking for a way out.
Jun wants to escape the position. #SUB#
McKraken has his arm under Jun's chin here. Game over son! McKraken squeezes tightly and Jun is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Gemechu McKraken!
In his post fight interview, Gemechu McKraken started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: SFL 77 | Bangin vs Brawler
Date: Jun 13, 2021

#R1##TD2#
One drives through with a takedown into guard.
McKraken working a defensive guard here.
One throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McKraken works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
McKraken is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
One sitting in guard here, content to control.
One postures up and lands a big shot to McKraken's brow. #SUB#
McKraken looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
McKraken avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
One wants to control from the top but McKraken keeps moving.
One advances to half guard.
One prevents McKraken from improving his position.
McKraken is refusing to be controlled, as One sits in half guard. #T1#
One landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
One not landing any meaningful shots this time.
McKraken trying to hold on to One's head to control him but One postures up. #SUB2#
One is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
One not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
One is working for a submission of some sort.
McKraken tries to get to full guard but One has control of the leg. #T2#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
One is looking for a kimura here.
McKraken is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
One is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
One sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. McKraken defending well though. #T3#
McKraken trying to hold on to One's head to control him but One postures up.
McKraken gets full guard.
McKraken controls One momentarily but One frees himself.
McKraken lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
McKraken wants to control from the top but One keeps moving.
McKraken scoring with some ground and pound.
McKraken is in close to One's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells McKraken's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
One not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
McKraken postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
One wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
McKraken scoring with some ground and pound.
McKraken is in close to One's body, working some short punches and elbows.
McKraken is in close to One's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB2#
One looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
One not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Our spies down at at Roosters Coop inform us that One has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
McKraken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McKraken postures up and lands a big shot to One's brow.
McKraken has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
One not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
One is looking for a triangle but McKraken pushes his legs off easily.
McKraken sitting in guard here, content to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
One has his foot on McKraken's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McKraken works his way back into a safe position though.
McKraken connects with a couple of short punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but New Breed One 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##TD#
McKraken gets the takedown into side control.
One looking for a sweep but McKraken has passed into full mount! Oh no!
McKraken scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish One?
McKraken landing strikes from the mount and One is in trouble!
One is squirming around, avoiding McKraken's attempts to control the action.
McKraken lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
BOOM! McKraken connects with a massive shot to the dome!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
One is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
One is still trying to improve position.
One is bucking up trying to escape but McKraken cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
McKraken with a couple of short strikes.
One is in a horrible position here. McKraken smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position. #T1#
McKraken in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
McKraken working the ground and pound effectively. #ROC#One is rocked!
McKraken lands a couple of good shots and One has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
One is still in real trouble! Can McKraken finish him?
McKraken scores with punches and elbows.
One wants to control his opponent's hands but McKraken gets his hands free.
One seems to have recovered his senses.
McKraken lands shots from the back.
One is trying to break free.
One trying to control the position but McKraken manages to sink in the hooks.
The referee is taking a good look at One as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from McKraken!
McKraken scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
McKraken is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that One can do to turn this around?#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
One is trying to remain composed but McKraken is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.
McKraken has the hooks in. One is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
One rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
McKraken scoring with strikes to the body and head.
McKraken scoring with strikes to the body and head.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. McKraken lands a nice short elbow.
One is trying to control but can't.
McKraken trying to control from half guard but One is working away.
McKraken looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks One with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. McKraken connects with a nice short shot to One's temple. #SUB#
One is defending against the submission attempts here by McKraken.
One is looking for a sweep. McKraken is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3##SUB#
McKraken wants to work for an arm triangle but One is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. McKraken connects with a nice short shot to One's temple. #SUB2#
One is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McKraken pulls his head out easily.
One is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
McKraken is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and One defends it well.
McKraken throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB#
McKraken wants to work for an arm triangle but One is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McKraken scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
McKraken lands with a punch from half guard.
One wants to control but McKraken is keeping busy.
McKraken scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
One gets full guard.#SUB2#
One has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McKraken can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
One is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
McKraken is working One over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
One 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.
McKraken working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
One blocks a jab.#TD#
McKraken shoots in and gets a takedown into One's guard.
McKraken postures up and lands a big shot to One's brow.
McKraken throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
McKraken avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
One is trying to control the position but McKraken postures up.
McKraken chips away with some ground and pound.
Gemechu McKraken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
One looking for a sweep. Not yet One, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
One is looking for a triangle but McKraken pushes his legs off easily.
McKraken won't allow One to sweep him here.
McKraken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. One is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
One working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McKraken doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McKraken manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1#
McKraken chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
McKraken drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and One dives on top into guard.#REVB#
One wants to control from the top but McKraken keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now McKraken is on top in guard. #REVR#
One controls McKraken momentarily but McKraken frees himself.
McKraken forces his way into half guard.
Ground and pound from McKraken. #T2#
One is controlling McKraken's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with McKraken in particular looking to stall.
One tries to roll over but McKraken keeps him under control.
McKraken is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
One is pressing down on McKraken's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
McKraken throws a big right hand that misses.
McKraken landing some decent shots from guard.
McKraken postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
McKraken lands a couple of digs.#T3#
One working a defensive guard here.
McKraken makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
McKraken lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
McKraken lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
McKraken working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
One throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
McKraken distracts One with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
McKraken makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells McKraken's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
McKraken wants to control from the top but One keeps moving.
McKraken with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T4#
McKraken wants to pass the guard but One is keeping the position.
McKraken lands a couple of decent looking shots.
McKraken won't allow One to sweep him here.
McKraken loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
One will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
One is trying to control the position but McKraken postures up.
McKraken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
One is looking for a triangle but McKraken pushes his legs off easily.
McKraken scoring with some ground and pound.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gemechu McKraken showed his dominance in that final round.
Well McKraken 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:27
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gemechu McKraken!
After the fight, Gemechu McKraken 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: SFL 64 | Marley Fest
Date: Apr 20, 2021

#R1#
Lavigne fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McKraken manages to avoid it.#TD2#
McKraken shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Lavigne's guard.
McKraken stands up over Lavigne, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
McKraken forces his way into half guard.
Lavigne is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at The Foundry, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Lavigne blocking the ground and pound attempt from McKraken.
Lavigne is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
McKraken is looking for a kimura but Lavigne is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for McKraken to get the leverage.
McKraken lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lavigne is refusing to be controlled, as McKraken sits in half guard.
McKraken has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lavigne is trying to get back to full guard.
Nice strikes from McKraken there. #T1#
Lavigne is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
McKraken is working for a kimura but Lavigne is defending it quite comfortably.
Lavigne gets back to full guard.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Lavigne is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McKraken looking to sit in guard and control but Lavigne gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
McKraken had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lavigne defends it easily.#SUB2#
McKraken looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Lavigne has picked McKraken up and slammed him! McKraken can't keep hold of the triangle and Lavigne manages to pass to side control!#T2#
Lavigne tries to move into full mount but can't pass McKraken's legs.
Lavigne wants to lay and pray for a moment but McKraken keeps working.
McKraken regains half guard.
McKraken trying to control here.
Lavigne wants to take a breather but McKraken is having none of it. #SUB2#
McKraken looking for submissions off his back.
Lavigne has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T3#
Lavigne looking to control but McKraken is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
McKraken manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
McKraken actively working from the bottom here.
Lavigne is thwarting McKraken's attempts to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McKraken is looking for a sweep. Lavigne is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Lavigne wants to get back to his feet.
McKraken tries to roll over but Lavigne keeps him under control.
Lavigne trying to pass the guard but McKraken defending well.
McKraken is trying to control but Lavigne manages to pass to mount!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McKraken really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
McKraken sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Gemechu McKraken will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A jab from McKraken does it's job there.
Lavigne walks into a left hand.
McKraken smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lavigne misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McKraken.
McKraken lands a head shot.
McKraken misses with a jab to the body
and Lavigne counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Jab, jab by Lavigne - just one landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lavigne connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed McKraken momentarily.
Lavigne has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lavigne there as he acknowledges the shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lavigne looks to throw the jab but McKraken is out of range. #T1#
Nice straight punches there by McKraken. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McKraken.
McKraken misses with a left hand
and Lavigne counters with a straight right hand.
Lavigne ducks right into an uppercut from McKraken.
McKraken jabs Lavigne right on the nose. Lavigne blinks but takes it well.
McKraken shoots in looking for a takedown. Lavigne tries to sprawl out of it but McKraken keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lavigne manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Lavigne throwing a counter right hand but McKraken manages to avoid it.
McKraken throws a poor cross that misses
letting Lavigne counter with a right hand.
Gervais Lavigne is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McKraken misses with a takedown
and Lavigne counters with a nice uppercut.
McKraken throws a poor cross that misses
and Lavigne makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T2#
Lavigne shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lavigne with a hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lavigne walks into a stiff left hand from McKraken.
McKraken takes one to the chin there.
McKraken swings for the body but Lavigne moves out of range.
Nice body punch from McKraken.
McKraken lands with a right hand.
McKraken misses with a combination
and Lavigne counters with a straight right hand.
Lavigne avoids the body shot from McKraken.
Lavigne's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McKraken connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lavigne scrambles back to his feet.#T3#
McKraken misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Gervais Lavigne has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gemechu McKraken.
Lavigne takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Nice cross by McKraken.
McKraken misses with a combination
and Lavigne counters with a nice uppercut.
McKraken jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McKraken throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lavigne on the side of the head.
Lavigne needs to keep his hands up - McKraken had a free shot at his head there.
McKraken throws a sloppy body shot
and Lavigne counters with a stiff right hand.
McKraken pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4#
Lavigne throws a hook but McKraken blocks it.
Lavigne tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McKraken was well out of range. Poor timing from Lavigne.
McKraken misses with a right hand
and Lavigne counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McKraken throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good standup being displayed there by McKraken as he connects with a hook.
Lavigne needs to keep his hands up - McKraken had a free shot at his head there.
McKraken misses with a body shot
and Lavigne counters with a straight right hand.
A shot to the liver by McKraken. Beautiful body shot.
Lavigne scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Nice takedown defense from Lavigne. No joy for McKraken on that attempt.
Gemechu McKraken seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lavigne misses with a kick to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Gemechu McKraken will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
McKraken cracks Lavigne with a right hand to the side of the head.
Lavigne darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Lavigne throws a jab but it's blocked by McKraken.
McKraken connects with a nice looking jab.
McKraken fails to land the takedown.
McKraken displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lavigne throws out the jab.
Lavigne takes one to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Lavigne.#TD2#
McKraken shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
McKraken throws a big right hand that misses.
Lavigne keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McKraken accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
McKraken passes Lavigne's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Lavigne regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from McKraken.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Lavigne is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lavigne pulls McKraken in close to his closed guard and prevents McKraken from doing any damage or advancing position.
McKraken with a nice head shot there.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Lavigne looking to control.
Lavigne is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Gemechu McKraken has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lavigne is looking to stall here but McKraken recovers full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McKraken is looking to sweep but instead, Lavigne has passed into half guard. #SUB2#
McKraken looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
McKraken wants to improve his position but Lavigne is controlling well. #T3#
McKraken is looking to get back to full guard here but Lavigne has managed to pass to side control instead.
Lavigne wants to control but McKraken is keeping him busy.
McKraken manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
McKraken has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lavigne is working away from the top position though.
McKraken is trying to control but Lavigne passes into side control!
Lavigne tries to move into full mount but can't pass McKraken's legs. #T4#
McKraken sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
McKraken looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
McKraken is staying active underneath Lavigne, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gemechu McKraken is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McKraken is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
McKraken keeps control of the position for the meantime.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Gemechu McKraken.
Well McKraken has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Gemechu McKraken!
Gemechu McKraken was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: SFL 53 | Atunes vs Kai
Date: Mar 07, 2021

#R1#
A combination from McKraken does no damage.
McKraken just misses with a punch to the body.
McKraken throws a nice looking combination but Grandis bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McKraken throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Grandis needs to keep his hands up - McKraken had a free shot at his head there.
McKraken bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
McKraken scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Grandis takes one to the chin there.
McKraken swings for the body but Grandis moves out of range.
McKraken rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Grandis counters with a nice uppercut.
Grandis throws a body punch but McKraken moves out of range.
Grandis throws a body punch but McKraken moves out of range.
McKraken feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Grandiss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Grandis takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T1#
Grandis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McKraken.
McKraken checks a leg kick.
McKraken connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Grandis momentarily.
McKraken shoots in for a takedown but Grandis shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Grandis throws a jab when McKraken was well out of range.
McKraken swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Grandis! But no joy.
McKraken throws a series of punches but Grandis avoids them all with ease.
McKraken shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Grandis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Grandis changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
McKraken throws a big shot that misses.
Donk. McKraken catches Grandis right on the button with a cross.
McKraken with a hook.#T2#
McKraken doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Grandis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A big right from McKraken misses.
McKraken swings widly with a right hand
and Grandis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Grandis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Grandis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McKraken.
McKraken has been working on his balance at McGrady FT, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Grandis.
McKraken is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
McKraken connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Grandis momentarily.
McKraken feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Grandiss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Grandis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McKraken tries to counter with a takedown but Grandis is quick to defend against it.
McKraken shoots in for a takedown but Grandis shows good takedown defense.
Grandis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McKraken.
Grandis throws a hook but McKraken avoids it easily.
McKraken uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Grandis. #T3#
McKraken lands a glancing blow to the side of Grandis's head.
McKraken steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Grandis.
Grandis drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#TD#
McKraken is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Grandis's half guard.
McKraken prevents Grandis from improving his position.
Grandis is still trying to improve position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. McKraken lands a nice short elbow.
McKraken landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Grandis is trying to stand up here but McKraken is controlling him well.
McKraken lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB#
McKraken 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. Grandis tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from McKraken!

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

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

#R1#
McKraken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McKraken uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bohizdar takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
McKraken avoids the head kick by Bohizdar.
McKraken tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
McKraken connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Bohizdar's hands.
McKraken avoids the head kick by Bohizdar.
McKraken's coach down at McGrady FT was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on McKraken's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Bohizdar throws a quick head kick that skims the top of McKraken's head.
McKraken uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bohizdar.
McKraken lands an overhand right.
We've been told by Bohizdar's head coaches at Desert Fitness & Training -13 Elites/1 Sensational that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
No luck with that takedown attempt from McKraken.
Bohizdar tries a head kick but it misses. #TD2#
McKraken dives in and scores a takedown into Bohizdar's 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!
Bohizdar has momentary wrist control but McKraken slips an elbow through the middle.
McKraken lands a couple of elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McKraken throwing strikes but missing.
McKraken with a flurry of punches that miss.
McKraken has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
McKraken trying to control but Bohizdar is working from the bottom. #T1#
McKraken postures up in Bohizdar's guard and throws a big left but Bohizdar blocks it.
McKraken won't allow Bohizdar to sweep him here.
McKraken throws an elbow that misses. Bohizdar uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in McKraken's guard. Nice move by Bohizdar!#REVR#
Bohizdar has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
McKraken managing to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
McKraken working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bohizdar doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bohizdar manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bohizdar stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McKraken swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McKraken keeping moving, preventing Bohizdar from controlling successfully. #T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now McKraken is on top in guard. #REVB#
McKraken trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
McKraken trying to control but Bohizdar is working from the bottom.
McKraken preventing the sweep.
McKraken lands a couple of digs.
Bohizdar keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
McKraken throws an elbow that misses. Bohizdar uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in McKraken's guard. Nice move by Bohizdar!#REVR#
Bohizdar forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
McKraken looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Still in half guard, Bohizdar seems content to control.
Bohizdar is pressing down on McKraken's thigh, looking to free his foot. McKraken is holding on for now.
Bohizdar prevents McKraken from improving his position.
Bohizdar is keen to just control but McKraken is a slippery customer.
McKraken is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bohizdar's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bohizdar's back!#SUB2#
McKraken working for a choke but Bohizdar reverses nicely into McKraken 's guard. #SUB2#
McKraken has his foot on Bohizdar's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bohizdar works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
Bohizdar content to stall in guard here.
Bohizdar pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McKraken is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
McKraken throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
McKraken has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Bohizdar doesn't defend quickly enough and McKraken has managed to lock this one up! Can Bohizdar escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to McKraken on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Gemechu McKraken!
After the fight, Gemechu McKraken 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: SFL 39 | Sitsongrit vs Grandis
Date: Jan 10, 2021

#R1#
Hill connects with a body shot.
McKraken with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Hill to score with a decent uppercut.
Hill works McKraken's body with a nice hook.
Hill fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McKraken on the side of the head.
Hill looks to land a right hand but McKraken moved out of range.#CL#
Hill has closed the distance and engaged McKraken in a clinch.
McKraken lands a left hand.
Hill blocking some punches.
McKraken lands with a left to the head.
McKraken lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hill backwards.
Hill swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Hill has a couple of punches blocked by McKraken.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McKraken.
McKraken scores with a nice hook to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Hill.
A head punch on the inside from McKraken fails to land.
McKraken swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hill misses with a body punch.
Hill throws a punch but it's blocked by McKraken. #BC#
Hill breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hill lands a nice shot that snaps McKraken's head back.
McKraken swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Hill just misses with a punch to the body.
Hill definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Hill moves in looking to clinch but McKraken pushes him off.
Hill throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Hill throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McKraken drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hill defends it well.
Hill takes a swing at McKraken's ribcage but misses.
Darrel Hill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hill fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
McKraken moves out of range of the strikes.
Hill walks into a jab.
McKraken uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hill.
A combination from McKraken does no damage.
McKraken throws out a loose jab but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hill is looking to counter punch.
McKraken throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hill. #TD2#
McKraken looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hill wants to improve his position but McKraken is controlling well.
McKraken scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Hill taking some punishment here, with McKraken in his half guard.
Hill tries to get to full guard but McKraken has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB#
Hill actively working from the bottom here.
McKraken thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
McKraken has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Hill defend it? McKraken steps over the head and cranks it - Hill is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for McKraken!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Gemechu McKraken!
In his post fight interview, Gemechu McKraken started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: FARTMMA 124
Date: Nov 14, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McKraken throws a right and a left that both miss.
One will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
McKraken tries to counter with a takedown but One is quick to defend against it.#TD#
McKraken shoots in and bounces One off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB2#
One has his foot on McKraken's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McKraken works his way back into a safe position though.
McKraken landing with the ground and pound.
One is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
One not doing much here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
McKraken keeping moving, preventing One from controlling successfully. #T1#
McKraken seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
One throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as One accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
One keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of McKraken's head.
One is working McKraken over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
One with a flurry of punches that miss.
One wants to pass the guard but McKraken is keeping the position.
McKraken is trying to keep One in close.
One won't allow McKraken to sweep him here. #T2#
One trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McKraken looking for a sweep. Not yet McKraken, not yet.
One looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
McKraken is looking for a triangle but One pushes his legs off easily.
McKraken is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
McKraken is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2#
One is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McKraken pulls his head out easily.
McKraken landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
McKraken scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
McKraken wants to control but One is keeping him busy. #T3#
One on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
McKraken seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but One does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
McKraken looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks One with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
One tries to get to full guard but McKraken has control of the leg.
One makes his way to full guard. A much better position for One.
One trying to control the position.
McKraken tries to free his leg and advance position but One is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
One working for submissions but it's allowed McKraken to get to half guard.
McKraken lands strikes from half guard.#SUB2#
One actively working from the bottom here.
McKraken has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
McKraken wants to control but One is keeping him busy. #T4#
Ground and pound from McKraken.
One taking some punishment here, with McKraken in his half guard.
One avoiding damage under a succession of punches from McKraken. #SUB2#
One looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McKraken lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
McKraken working over One with some ground and pound. One looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
One wants to control but McKraken is keeping busy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McKraken is nestled in close to One, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
McKraken is trying to control. One wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
One has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. McKraken is working away from the top position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
McKraken looks to land a left hand but One moved out of range nicely.
One changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. McKraken tries to avoid it but One manages to keep hold of a leg and drag McKraken to the ground. McKraken escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
McKraken is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that One can do to turn this around?
One fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#CL#
McKraken gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
One jumps guard but McKraken turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Gemechu McKraken has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of New Breed One.#TD2#
One lands a takedown into guard.
One throwing strikes but missing.
McKraken pulls One in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
One trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
One postures up.
One throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McKraken works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
McKraken working for a triangle but One defends it easily.
One with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
McKraken lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
McKraken avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
McKraken scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
One looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
One controls McKraken momentarily but McKraken frees himself.
McKraken loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T2#
McKraken wants to control from the top but One keeps moving. #SUB2#
One looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but One is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
One had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McKraken defends it easily.#SUB2#
One looking for a triangle here. McKraken is fighting it but it looks tight! One pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, McKraken is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). New Breed One!
New Breed One thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: FARTMMA 119
Date: Oct 03, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McKraken circles away from the clinch attempt.
McKraken slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Siam displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McKraken throws out the jab.
Siam has a takedown stuffed.
Siam with a jab.
Siam throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck McKraken on the side of the head.
Siam misses with a takedown attempt - McKraken sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
McKraken tries to score a power double leg takedown but Siam sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten McKraken somewhat.
Gemechu McKraken seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Siam fails with an attempt to clinch.
McKraken works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
McKraken fails to land the takedown.#T1#
Nice uppercut there from Siam.
McKraken lands a nice shot that snaps Siam's head back.
McKraken misses the shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Siam.
Siam lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
McKraken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little jabbing left from Siam on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McKraken wants to clinch.
McKraken takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Siam scores with a jab to the head.
McKraken looks to land a left hand but Siam moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Siam throws a hook but McKraken avoids it easily.
McKraken half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Siam lands an overhand right.
McKraken uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Siam.
Siam misses the jab.
Siam shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as McKraken sprawls well. McKraken wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Siam gets slowly back to his feet.
McKraken changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Gemechu McKraken has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chan Siam.
McKraken scores with a jab. Siam acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Siam throws a hook but McKraken avoids it easily.#TD#
McKraken gets the takedown into side control.
McKraken throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Siam is trying to control McKraken's posture but McKraken avoids it.
McKraken throws a strike aimed at the side of Siam's head but Siam avoids it well.#T3#
McKraken postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Siam is not content to let McKraken control the position.
McKraken throws a strike aimed at the side of Siam's head but Siam avoids it well.
McKraken has knee on belly and moves into mount.
McKraken has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Siam's face.
McKraken thowing shots but they're missing. #SUB#
McKraken looking for a guillotine from mount but Siam is having none of it.
McKraken punching from mount but Siam doing a good job of avoiding damage. #T4#
Siam avoids a series of strikes thrown by McKraken.
Siam wants to control but McKraken is having none of it.
McKraken in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
McKraken looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
McKraken looking to ground and pound but Siam is blocking nicely.
McKraken dominating with strikes here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McKraken lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Siam is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
McKraken postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Siam looks a forlorn figure.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
McKraken keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Siam throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McKraken circles away from the clinch attempt.
McKraken shoots for a takedown but Siam saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Siam is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Siam keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McKraken.
McKraken defending well as Siam loads up on a big left hand. #CL#
McKraken takes the fight into the clinch.
Nice body punch from Siam.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Siam.
Siam works on McKraken's body with a couple of short punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken blocks an uppercut.
McKraken is looking to control Siam's arms but Siam gets an underhook and turns him. Now McKraken has his back to the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Siam.
Siam tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Siam tries to throw a body punch but McKraken avoids it by throwing Siam back against the cage.
McKraken lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Siam backwards. #T1#
Siam effectively controlling the action here.
A short right from Siam on the inside.
Siam using the Thai plumb to throw knees but McKraken has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
McKraken blocking some punches.
McKraken pushes Siam back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A frustrated look appears on McKraken's face as he tries to break the clinch.
McKraken tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McKraken wants to get back to striking at distance but Siam won't allow it.
Siam tries to land a knee to the head but McKraken blocks with his arms.
McKraken lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
McKraken wants a takedown.
A head punch on the inside from Siam fails to land.
McKraken tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McKraken has Siam pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Siam manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Siam slows down the pace here. #TD2#
Siam is trying to trip McKraken. He has hold of a leg but McKraken is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Siam persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#T2#
McKraken manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Siam manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
This has been an exciting period of action!
McKraken makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
McKraken is looking to work some ground and pound but Siam has wrist control.
McKraken works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
McKraken is looking for a kimura here.
Siam gets full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Siam is on top in guard. #REVB##SUB#
McKraken has his foot on Siam's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Siam works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Siam wants to control from the top but McKraken keeps moving.
McKraken bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Siam's guard. #REVR#
McKraken chips away with some ground and pound.
Gemechu McKraken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McKraken throws a big right hand that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Siam controls McKraken momentarily but McKraken frees himself.
Siam pulls McKraken in close to prevent any damage.
McKraken missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
McKraken with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McKraken accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T4#
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Siam is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McKraken is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Siam can do to turn this around?
McKraken works over Siam with some ground and pound from guard.
Siam lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Siam being controlled here momentarily. #SUB#
McKraken is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Siam is aware though and is defending well.
McKraken looking to hit a scissor sweep but Siam is one step ahead there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Chan Siam will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3##CL2#
Siam clinches with his opponent.
McKraken lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Siam throws a punch but it's blocked by McKraken.
Siam prevents the takedown attempt.
McKraken tries for a takedown. No joy.
McKraken cracks Siam with a nice body shot.
Nice elbow from Siam.
McKraken working aggressively here.
Siam lands with a short shot to the head.
Siam misses with a short punch on the inside.
McKraken has been working on his balance at McGrady FT, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Siam.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken swings wildly with an uppercut but Siam uses good head movement to avoid it.
McKraken misses with a punch on the inside.
Siam misses with the head strike.
McKraken throws a head punch that misses.
Siam lands a hook that snaps the head of McKraken backwards. #T1#
Siam tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and McKraken avoids it.#BC#
McKraken escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice defenses there by McKraken.
Siam swinging wildly here.
Siam sizes up McKraken with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CL2#
Siam instigates a clinch.
Siam effectively controlling the action here.
McKraken working aggressively here.
McKraken misses with the head strike.
Siam has a couple of punches blocked by McKraken.
McKraken lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Siam backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Siam fails to land. #TD2#
Siam gets a trip takedown into half guard.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McKraken wants to improve his position but Siam is controlling well.
McKraken is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Siam's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Siam's back!#SUB#
McKraken patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Siam trying to control the hands but McKraken won't let him.
Siam covering up well under a barage of strikes.
McKraken loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Siam hold on?
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Siam covering up well and avoiding damage. #T3##SUB#
McKraken is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Siam knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Siam for a finish.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - McKraken's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Siam tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Siam tries to reverse the position but McKraken maintains control.
Siam is still trying to improve position.
McKraken trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Siam wants to control but McKraken is having none of it.
McKraken scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Siam is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Siam is looking to improve his position but McKraken isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
McKraken goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Siam is on top in guard.
Siam with a nice head shot there.
McKraken manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Siam manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Chan Siam just about did enough to take it.
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.#R4#
McKraken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Siam moves away.
McKraken shoots for a double leg takedown but Siam sprawls well. He's pushed McKraken's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Siam tries to close the distance and clinch up but McKraken swats him away and circles back towards the center.
McKraken takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Siam throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Siam on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Siam shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Siam is looking to clinch.
Siam throws a body shot but no joy.
Good shot there by Siam.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Siam doesn't manage to clinch there - McKraken circles away.
Siam throws out a loose jab but McKraken uses good head movement to avoid it.
McKraken attempts a counter takedown but Siam avoids it well and moves away.
Siam misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McKraken.
McKraken swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #CL2#
and Siam holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #T1#
McKraken is working for takedown but Siam is calmly controlling the position for now.
Siam misses with the head strike.
Siam lands a left hand that snaps the head of McKraken backwards.
Siam has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. McKraken seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Siam can turn it around.
A short right from Siam on the inside.
McKraken can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Siam struggles to land a body shot inside as McKraken controls his hands.
A right hook to the body lands for Siam.
Come on Siam - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
McKraken is looking to take this one to the mat.
McKraken has a couple of punches blocked by Siam.
Siam stalling against the cage.
McKraken lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Siam is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Siam works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T2#
McKraken has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Siam avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
McKraken throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
McKraken misses with a hook from the clinch.
McKraken is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Siam pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Siam takes a shot to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Siam.
Siam lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of McKraken backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McKraken misses with a punch on the inside.
McKraken tries to throw a body punch but Siam avoids it by throwing McKraken back against the cage.
Siam lands a knee to the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Siam lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
McKraken's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
McKraken looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Siam is fending him off so far but McKraken persists. Nope, Siam circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2#
McKraken gets tackled into the cage by Siam. Siam maintains the clinch.
McKraken blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Siam fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Siam pushes McKraken back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
McKraken on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
McKraken working aggressively here.
McKraken avoiding damage as Siam throws knees to the body.
Siam softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Siam trying to land knees to the body.
McKraken has had enough of the clinch but Siam keeps him there for the moment.
Siam working aggressively here.
Siam fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McKraken misses with a short punch on the inside.
McKraken drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Siam gets the underhooks and prevents it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Siam.
McKraken wants a takedown.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
McKraken is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Siam is keeping busy.
McKraken can't seem to implement his control oriented gameplan at the moment. That's no bad thing of course, for those of us who want to see a good fight.#T4#
Siam stalling in the clinch.
McKraken goes for a takedown in the clinch but Siam prevents it.
McKraken tries to score a body lock takedown but Siam shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Siam is looking to control McKraken's arms but McKraken gets an underhook and turns him. Now Siam has his back to the cage.
Siam tries for a takedown. No joy.
Siam lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from McKraken. #TD#
McKraken has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Siam is trying to keep an underhook but McKraken manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Siam controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
McKraken prevents Siam from improving his position.
Siam keeps control of the position for the meantime.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chan Siam dominated that fourth round.
That's time! McKraken's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5#
Siam tries to clinch up.
Siam swings and misses with a hook to the body. #TD#
McKraken drives through with a takedown into Siam's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Siam wants to sweep here but McKraken controlling him for the moment.
Siam keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
McKraken loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken postures up in Siam's guard and throws a big left but Siam blocks it. #SUB2#
Siam working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because McKraken has passed into half guard!
McKraken thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T1#
McKraken landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
McKraken missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
McKraken trying to advance position but Siam counters by regaining guard.
McKraken landing some decent shots from guard.
McKraken postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Siam is adopting a defensive guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McKraken trying to control but Siam is working from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Siam utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
McKraken postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
McKraken lands a couple of decent looking shots.
McKraken postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
McKraken throws a big right hand that misses.
McKraken wants to control from the top but Siam keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
McKraken scores with a hook.
McKraken closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Siam fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Chan Siam is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
McKraken fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
McKraken is trying hard to land a takedown here. Siam sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
McKraken moves away from the strike by Siam.
Siam keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
McKraken checks a leg kick.
Siam ducks under a wild hook from McKraken.
McKraken misses with a straight right.
Siam misses with a straight left.
McKraken shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Siam as he jumps to the side. #T4#
Siam tries to clinch but McKraken moves out of range.
Siam loads up on a big right hand but McKraken slips the punch.
Gemechu McKraken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McKraken looks to land a combination but Siam avoids it well.
Siam pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Siam ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McKraken moves away.
A low kick lands for Siam.
Siam tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McKraken paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A punch lands to the side of McKraken 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL2#
Siam darts in and clinches McKraken up against the cage.
McKraken displaying some good clinch control by pressing Siam up against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McKraken tries a body shot but Siam blocks it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Siam blocking some punches.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gemechu McKraken showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Siam 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 Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 47:48
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 47:48
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chan Siam!
Chan Siam is the new featherweight champion!
Chan Siam spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: FARTMMA 114
Date: Aug 29, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McKraken sizes up Nesset with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
McKraken will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Despite the aggression on Nesset's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Nesset bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps McKraken's head backwards.
Nesset jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McKraken moves away from the strike by Nesset.
McKraken throws a hook to the side of Nesset's head but Nesset sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nesset walks into a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken throws out a loose jab but Nesset uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nesset swinging wildly here.
Nesset slips under a jab from McKraken.
A little jabbing left from Nesset on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
A big left from Nesset misses.
A big right from McKraken misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nesset! But no joy.
Nesset keeps the fight on the outside.
McKraken misses with a wild body shot.
Nesset throws a counter combo.
McKraken throws a body punch but Nesset moves out of range.
Nesset swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
McKraken is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nesset.
Nesset swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nesset staying out of range there.
Nesset looks like he wants to counter punch here.
McKraken dives in for a single leg takedown but Nesset sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
As McKraken backs off Nesset throws a huge counter combo but McKraken manages to avoid it all.
McKraken closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nesset circles away.
McKraken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A big left from McKraken misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nesset! But no joy.
McKraken connects with a body shot that sends Nesset's belly button to the back.#T2#
No luck for McKraken with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McKraken throws an overhand right that lands on Nesset's shoulder, as Nesset tries to avoid the shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nesset! But no joy.
Nesset looks to throw the jab but McKraken is out of range.
McKraken tests Nesset's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McKraken tries to clinch up
and Nesset counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nesset is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Nesset fails to land with a series of punches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McKraken gets cracked there but stands up to it.
McKraken ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T3#
McKraken dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McKraken throws a body shot but no joy.
It seemed like Nesset was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McKraken connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nesset looks to land a right hand but McKraken moved out of range.
McKraken works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CL#
McKraken clinches up with Nesset and pushes him back against the cage.
McKraken scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC2#
Nesset's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
McKraken throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
McKraken shoots in for a takedown but Nesset shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nesset throws a counter combo.
A looping hook to the body misses from McKraken. Nesset does a little dance to reset his feet.
It seemed like Nesset was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nesset dodges the punch combination from McKraken.
Nesset is clearly trying to counter these attacks from McKraken with a body shot.#T4#
Nesset misses with a series of wild punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McKraken throws a lazy right hand but Nesset sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Arnfinn Nesset is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McKraken scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
McKraken misses the body punch
and Nesset counters with a straight right hand.
McKraken ducks under a wild hook from Nesset.
A slow jab from McKraken misses its intended target.
Nesset throws a looping overhand right but McKraken ducks down to avoid it.
McKraken takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Gemechu McKraken seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McKraken tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Nesset defends well and McKraken ends up having to push Nesset into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
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 Gemechu McKraken will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Nice defenses there by Nesset.
McKraken scores with a crisp jab that stopped Nesset in his tracks.
McKraken just misses with a punch to the body.
Nesset doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Nesset walks into a jab.
Nesset jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
McKraken scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
McKraken misses with a combination
and Nesset 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.
McKraken slips under a jab.
Nesset slips under a jab.
Nesset throws out a counter right but McKraken avoids it with no problem.
Nesset steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McKraken.
Nesset throws a hook to the side of McKraken's head but McKraken sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
McKraken connects with a good right hand that stumbles Nesset. Nesset circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Nesset thows a left - swing and a miss!
McKraken moves into range and connects with a jab.
The fighters circling - McKraken throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McKraken closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nesset circles away.
Gemechu McKraken is winning the standup battle so far.
Nesset throws a looping overhand right but McKraken ducks down to avoid it.
Nesset ducks under a wild hook from McKraken.#TD#
McKraken changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Nesset looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Nesset tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Nesset's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
McKraken lands a few punches from side control.#T2#
McKraken landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nesset parries the strikes from McKraken easily there. McKraken is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Nesset to escape.
You can see the frustration on Nesset's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
McKraken working the ground and pound from side control.
Nesset wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
McKraken throws an elbow but Nesset slips to the side and avoids it well.
McKraken has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Nesset is looking to regain half guard here but McKraken keeps moving and retains side control.
Nesset is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
McKraken in side control, throwing shots but Nesset defends.
Nesset managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by McKraken.
McKraken tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #T3#
Nesset is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Nesset isn't going anywhere.
Nesset is not content to let McKraken control the position.
Nesset is looking to regain half guard here but McKraken keeps moving and retains side control.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
McKraken in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
McKraken fails to land a wild elbow strike.
McKraken trying to control the action but Nesset is working from the bottom.
Nesset tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Nesset takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#T4#
McKraken pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
McKraken is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nesset can do to turn this around?
Nesset is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Nesset holds on for dear life, controlling McKraken's posture momentarily.
Nesset is trying to escape the mount.
McKraken trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Nesset is trying desperately to improve position.
Nesset is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
McKraken lands a big shot there that rocks Nesset but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McKraken lands a couple of good shots and Nesset has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Gemechu McKraken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McKraken scores with strikes from the back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
McKraken bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McKraken misses with a hook.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nesset! But no joy.
McKraken lands with a straight right. Nesset didn't see that one coming.
Nesset takes one on the button.
Nesset blocks a jab.
McKraken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nesset moves away from the strike by McKraken.
A little jabbing left from Nesset on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nesset takes one to the chin there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
McKraken fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Nesset sprawls well initially but McKraken persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Nesset controlling the position for now.
Nesset moves into full guard. #T1#
Nesset seems keen to control McKraken's posture.
Nesset avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nesset working a defensive guard here.
Nesset preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
McKraken postures up.
McKraken is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Nesset utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Nesset is trying to control the position but McKraken postures up.
McKraken is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
McKraken loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
McKraken distracts Nesset with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
McKraken distracts Nesset with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Nesset is trying to keep McKraken in close.
Nesset has his hands on McKraken's head, controlling the position.
Nesset looking to control.
McKraken looking to pass the guard.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Nesset is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
McKraken connects with a nice looking jab. #T3#
McKraken ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nesset ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nesset takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
McKraken swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Nesset.
Nesset takes a swing at McKraken's ribcage but misses.
McKraken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nesset moves away.
A little jabbing left from Nesset on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nesset takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A telegraphed right hand from McKraken misses the target.
Nesset ducks under a wild hook from McKraken.
Nesset displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McKraken throws out the jab.
Nesset swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
McKraken has been working on his balance at McGrady FT, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Nesset.#T4#
Nesset gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nesset loads up on a big right hand but McKraken slips the punch.
Nesset missing with a left hand there. McKraken was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A big left from Nesset misses.
Nesset missing with a left hand there. McKraken was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL#
McKraken clinches with his opponent.
McKraken blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
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!#BC2#
Nesset breaks from the clinch.
McKraken fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McKraken misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Nesset on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A big right from Nesset misses.
McKraken misses with a right hand
and Nesset counters with a stiff right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken clearly takes that round.
That's time! McKraken's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Nesset takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
McKraken misses with an uppercut. Nesset saw that one coming.
Nesset looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nesset defending well as McKraken loads up on a big left hand.
It seemed like Nesset was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#TD#
McKraken closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - McKraken lands in his opponent's guard.#ES2#
Nesset is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
McKraken fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McKraken changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Nesset fights it off and pushes away nicely.
McKraken swings for the body but Nesset moves out of range.
Nesset looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
McKraken throws an off balance right hand
enabling Nesset to counter with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nesset keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McKraken.
Nesset lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T1#
Nesset misses with a straight left.
McKraken misses with a hook.
Nesset looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nesset throws the left hand but McKraken avoids the punch easily.
McKraken misses with an uppercut
and Nesset cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD#
McKraken closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - McKraken lands in his opponent's guard.
Nesset pulls McKraken in close to prevent any damage.
McKraken postures up.
Nesset pulls McKraken in to control the position. #T2#
McKraken scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
McKraken working some strikes from top position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Nesset holds on and takes a little breather.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells McKraken's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nesset is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
McKraken forces his way into half guard.
McKraken wants to control but Nesset is keeping him busy.
McKraken lands strikes from half guard.
McKraken uses his free foot to push down on Nesset's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Nesset.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nesset manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Nesset is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
McKraken sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nesset defending well though.
McKraken scoring with strikes to the body and head.
McKraken working Nesset over with strikes.
Nesset blocking the ground and pound attempt from McKraken.
Nesset is trying to stand back up but McKraken is controlling him #SUB#
McKraken is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
McKraken seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nesset does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Nesset pushes McKraken off looking to stand but McKraken dives back in and keeps control.
Nesset is refusing to be controlled, as McKraken sits in half guard. #T4#
Nesset is looking to improve his position.
Nesset is staying active underneath McKraken, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Nesset wants to improve his position but McKraken is controlling well.
McKraken stops Nesset from getting back to his feet.
Nesset wants to control but McKraken is keeping busy. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
McKraken closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nesset circles away.
Nesset swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nesset staying out of range there.
McKraken swings for the body but Nesset moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nesset! But no joy.
McKraken misses with a lunging right hand
and Nesset counters with a straight right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken had his way with Arnfinn Nesset in that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
McKraken changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Nesset tries to avoid it but McKraken manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Nesset to the ground. Nesset escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
McKraken throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Nesset's waist but Nesset gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing McKraken off to one side.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nesset! But no joy.
A jab from McKraken does it's job there.
McKraken 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.
Nesset slips a jab from McKraken.
McKraken tests Nesset's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McKraken rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nesset connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken needs to keep his hands up - Nesset had a free shot at his head there.
McKraken cracks Nesset with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
McKraken shoots in but Nesset avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
McKraken throws a body shot but no joy.
Nesset displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from McKraken.
McKraken slips a straight right by Nesset.
Nice uppercut there from Nesset.
McKraken throws a nice looking combination but Nesset bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McKraken connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
McKraken waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nesset.
A big left from McKraken misses.
McKraken moves out of range as Nesset strikes.#T2#
McKraken throws a body shot but no joy.
Nesset uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McKraken.
McKraken goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
McKraken throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Nesset counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McKraken wants to clinch.
Nesset looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD#
McKraken drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#T3#
McKraken stops Nesset from standing up.
Nesset pulls McKraken in to control the position.
McKraken content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Nesset controlling McKraken's posture.
McKraken wants to pass the guard but Nesset is keeping the position.
Nesset trying to keep a closed guard but McKraken is proving a slippery customer.
McKraken throwing strikes but missing. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nesset is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
McKraken forces his way into half guard.
Nesset trying to control from the bottom.
Nesset controlling the position for now.
Gemechu McKraken is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
McKraken is trying to control the action in half guard but Nesset is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nesset is trying to control but can't.
Nesset is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
McKraken slows the pace down in half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gemechu McKraken showed his dominance in that final round.
Well McKraken 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 50:45
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 50:45
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gemechu McKraken!
Gemechu McKraken is the new featherweight champion!
A less than humble Gemechu McKraken misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: FARTMMA 108
Date: Jul 18, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McKraken fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
McKraken gets a double leg takedown into Puller's guard.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Puller is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Puller wants to stand and escape but McKraken is having none of it.
McKraken is looking to work some ground and pound but Puller has wrist control.
McKraken in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
McKraken looking to pass the guard. #ES2#
Puller manages to escape and get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Puller avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McKraken waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Puller.#TD#
McKraken shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Puller napping and manages to drive through into side control!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Puller is trying to get back to his feet.
McKraken wants to control but Puller is keeping him busy.
Puller pushes McKraken away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, McKraken gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T1#
McKraken throws an elbow but Puller slips to the side and avoids it well.
McKraken lands a few punches from side control.
McKraken cracks Puller with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Puller told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Puller wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Puller is not content to let McKraken control the position.
Puller is looking to work his way out of this bad position but McKraken is controlling him well.
Puller taking punishment in the form of punches.
Puller parries the strikes from McKraken easily there. McKraken is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Puller to escape.
Puller is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but McKraken has just dragged him back down to the mat.
McKraken lands a few punches from side control.
Puller is not content to let McKraken control the position.
McKraken lands a decent elbow from side control. #T2#
McKraken postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly. #SUB#
McKraken has hold of Puller's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Puller seems comfortable defending it but McKraken has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Puller is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Puller is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but McKraken couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Gemechu McKraken!
Gemechu McKraken was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: FARTMMA 104
Date: Jun 20, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Puller lands a really nice looking cross but McKraken seems unphased.
McKraken throws a hook to the side of Puller's head but Puller sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Puller throws a looping overhand right but McKraken ducks down to avoid it.
Puller lands with an overhand left.#TD#
McKraken darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
McKraken is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Puller doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time McKraken.
Puller tries to kick McKraken off but McKraken keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
McKraken content to control rather than advance.
McKraken wants to control but Puller is keeping him busy. #T1#
McKraken not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
McKraken prevents Puller from standing back up.
McKraken not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
McKraken wants to control but Puller is keeping him busy.
McKraken throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
McKraken throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
McKraken sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Puller defending well though.
McKraken has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
McKraken not landing any meaningful shots this time.
McKraken is nestled in close to Puller, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
McKraken thows a huge punch but Puller dodges it nicely.
McKraken thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Puller's head.
McKraken throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
McKraken working over Puller with some ground and pound. Puller looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McKraken throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
McKraken thows a huge punch but Puller dodges it nicely.
Puller won't allow McKraken to pass to mount.
McKraken thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
McKraken throwing shots but Puller is blocking nicely.
McKraken is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
McKraken looks to land a strike but Puller avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
McKraken trying to control but Puller is working from the bottom.
McKraken throws a big right hand that misses.
McKraken working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
McKraken stands up over Puller, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
McKraken stops Puller from standing up.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Puller is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McKraken throws a big elbow that misses.
McKraken trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
McKraken keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Puller's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Puller avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Puller keeping full guard, as McKraken tries to pass.
Puller keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
McKraken in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T4#
McKraken postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
McKraken tries to free his leg and advance position but Puller is retaining full guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#ES2#
Puller has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. McKraken is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Puller misses with a hook from the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Puller.
Puller misses with a punch on the inside.
Puller scores with a hook to the body.
McKraken is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Puller throws a punch but it's blocked by McKraken.
McKraken blocking some punches.
Puller misses with a punch on the inside.
Puller digs a right hand underneath McKraken's ribcage. McKraken let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Puller is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short right from Puller.
McKraken blocks an uppercut.
McKraken jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Puller walks away with a smile on his face. McKraken gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Puller on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A big left from Puller misses.
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 Gemechu McKraken will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
McKraken looks to score with a jab to the body but Puller is just out of range.
Puller throws a hook to the side of McKraken's head but McKraken sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McKraken misses the shot to the body.
Puller fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McKraken on the side of the head.
McKraken tries to move into range but Puller moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
McKraken fails with the takedown.
McKraken shoots in for a double leg but Puller sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD#
Puller gets caught flat footed, as McKraken shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
McKraken working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Puller's head.
McKraken trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McKraken missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
McKraken with a flurry of punches that miss.
McKraken in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
McKraken scoring with some ground and pound.
McKraken stops Puller from standing up. #T1#
McKraken throws a big elbow that misses.
McKraken loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Puller is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McKraken working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McKraken accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Puller loads up on a big right hand but McKraken slips the punch.
Puller throws a lazy right hand but McKraken sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Puller, as that shot connected.
Puller throws the left hand but McKraken avoids the punch easily.#T2#
Jab by McKraken.
McKraken bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Puller's head backwards.
Puller takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Puller goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
McKraken fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McKraken fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
McKraken works the jab nicely.
McKraken swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Puller looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Puller throws a nice looking combination but McKraken bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McKraken with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Puller to score with a decent uppercut.
Puller swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by McKraken.
No joy there for McKraken, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Puller has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Puller's jab looks to have found its range, popping McKraken under the eye.
McKraken scores with a nice strike.
McKraken thows a left - swing and a miss!
Puller swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Puller with a hook.
McKraken fails with a takedown attempt.
McKraken defending well as Puller loads up on a big left hand.
McKraken missing with a left hand there. Puller was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Puller rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McKraken moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lewis Burwell Puller seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
McKraken fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Puller to the ground. McKraken is now in Puller's guard.
McKraken trying to control but Puller is working from the bottom.
McKraken throws a big right hand that misses.
McKraken wants to control from the top but Puller keeps moving.
McKraken loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
McKraken pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Puller is keeping the position for now. #T4#
McKraken trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
McKraken throws a big right hand that misses.
McKraken trying to control the position from guard on top but Puller is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
McKraken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Puller swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Puller avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Puller slips a straight right by McKraken.
Puller defends well against a solid takedown attempt from McKraken.
Puller slips a straight right by McKraken.
Puller looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Puller looks to land a left hand but McKraken moved out of range nicely.
A punch lands to the side of McKraken 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A big left from Puller misses.
McKraken half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lewis Burwell Puller will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
McKraken moves out of range of the strikes.
Nice defenses there by McKraken.
McKraken fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Puller tries to score with a low kick but McKraken moves his leg out of the way.#TD#
Puller gets caught flat footed, as McKraken shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
McKraken won't allow Puller to get back to his feet.
McKraken throws a big right hand that misses.
McKraken tries to free his leg and advance position but Puller is retaining full guard.
McKraken engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Puller keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Gemechu McKraken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
McKraken cracks Puller with a solid left hand.
Puller preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
McKraken chips away with some ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McKraken accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
McKraken is looking to work some ground and pound but Puller has wrist control.
McKraken is looking to work some ground and pound but Puller has wrist control.
McKraken with a flurry of punches that miss.
McKraken stands up over Puller, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
McKraken scoring with some ground and pound.
McKraken with a flurry of punches that miss.
McKraken throws an elbow that misses. Puller uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in McKraken's guard. Nice move by Puller!#REVB#
Puller would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T2#
McKraken looking to hit a scissor sweep but Puller is one step ahead there.
Puller wants to stand but McKraken is controlling his posture from full guard.
McKraken not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
McKraken working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Puller has passed into half guard! #T3#
McKraken is looking to control Puller's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can McKraken avoid being mounted?
Puller wants to stand but McKraken has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
McKraken moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
McKraken managing to control the position. #SUB#
McKraken had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Puller defends it easily.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Puller wants to get up but he can't break McKraken's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
McKraken misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
McKraken moves out of range as Puller strikes.
McKraken uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Puller.
Puller 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.
Puller takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
McKraken shoots in but Puller avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Puller ducks under a wild hook from McKraken.#TD#
McKraken closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Puller did well to prevent McKraken getting side control.
McKraken is just content to waste time from the top position. Puller takes advantage of the situation and regains full 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 Gemechu McKraken.
I think McKraken 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 Illya Tyunina scores the fight 30:28
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 29:29
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: FARTMMA 100: Road to Valhallol
Date: May 23, 2020

#R1#
McKraken looks to land a left hand but Nesset moved out of range nicely.
Nesset is clearly trying to counter these attacks from McKraken with a body shot.
McKraken shoots in but Nesset avoids the takedown attempt easily.
McKraken closes the distance looking to clinch
and McKraken takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McKraken looks to land a right hand but Nesset moved out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - McKraken looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
McKraken throws a hook but Nesset blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nesset misses with a straight left.
McKraken looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nesset avoids the body shot from McKraken.
Nesset is looking for the big counter here.
Nesset throws an overhand right that lands on McKraken's shoulder, as McKraken tries to avoid the shot.
Nesset takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T1#
McKraken looks to score with a jab to the body but Nesset is just out of range.
McKraken rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nesset moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
McKraken lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CL#
McKraken forces Nesset back against the cage and clinches.
McKraken blocks a body shot from Nesset. #TD#
McKraken pulls guard.
Nesset wants to stand but McKraken is controlling his posture from full guard. #SU2#
Nesset gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Donk. McKraken catches Nesset right on the button with a cross.#TD#
McKraken bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nesset is pushing McKraken's head away, looking to escape. McKraken manages to hold on to the position though.
McKraken working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McKraken working the ground and pound.
McKraken has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Nesset is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but McKraken has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Nesset is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB#
McKraken tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no McKraken has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Nesset is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
McKraken misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
McKraken in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
McKraken throws a strike aimed at the side of Nesset's head but Nesset avoids it well.
Nesset felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Nesset gets back to half guard.
Nesset is trying to get back to full guard.
McKraken seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB#
McKraken is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nesset doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time McKraken.
Nesset tries to kick McKraken off but McKraken keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T3#
McKraken not landing any meaningful shots this time.
McKraken wants to pass to mount but Nesset is defending the position. #SUB#
McKraken is working for a kimura but Nesset is defending it quite comfortably.
Nesset is looking to improve his position.
McKraken lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
McKraken tries to pass to full mount but Nesset defends it.
Nesset is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Nesset looks like he's trying to stand up.
Nesset wants to control but McKraken is keeping busy.
McKraken throwing shots but Nesset is blocking nicely. #T4#
Nesset wants to control but McKraken is keeping busy and won't allow it.
McKraken drops an elbow to the side of Nesset's head.
McKraken takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
McKraken working the head and body with strikes.
McKraken lands with a punch from half guard.
Nesset trying to control but McKraken postures up.
Nesset avoiding damage under a succession of punches from McKraken.
Nesset is trying to get back to full guard.
Nesset is trying to stand back up but McKraken is controlling him
McKraken lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
McKraken wants to free his trapped foot but Nesset is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Nesset is trying to stand.
Nesset is trying to control but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken 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#
McKraken shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Nesset but Nesset pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Nesset slips under a jab.
Nesset doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Nesset moves out of range as McKraken strikes.
McKraken tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nesset was well out of range. Poor timing from McKraken.
Nesset looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A shot to the liver by McKraken. Beautiful body shot.
A shot to the body from McKraken misses
and Nesset counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McKraken connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Nesset momentarily.
McKraken takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken avoids a punch combination nicely.
McKraken misses with a jab, cross combination.
McKraken is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nesset can do to turn this around?
McKraken shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Nesset defends it nicely.
It seemed like Nesset was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
McKraken scores with a body shot.
Nesset takes one to the side of the head.
Nesset misses with a hook. McKraken ducked under it nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from McKraken. Nesset does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little jabbing left from Nesset on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McKraken connects with a crisp jab.
McKraken lands a really nice looking cross but Nesset seems unphased.
McKraken shoots for a takedown but Nesset saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Nesset swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McKraken fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nesset! But no joy.#T2#
Nesset slips a jab from McKraken.
McKraken stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McKraken shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nesset as he jumps to the side.
Nesset circles away from the clinch attempt.
McKraken with a lazy takedown attempt
and Nesset counters with a straight right hand.
McKraken lands with a cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nesset takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
McKraken shoots in for a double leg but Nesset sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A big left from McKraken misses.
McKraken tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nesset swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nesset looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
McKraken will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Nesset looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nesset ducks right into an uppercut from McKraken. #T3#
Nesset takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
McKraken tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nesset swivels and escapes.
Nesset looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nesset looks to land a combination but McKraken avoids it well.
Gemechu McKraken seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McKraken fails in his attempt to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Nesset on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McKraken getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
McKraken is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Nesset with a jab.
McKraken listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Nesset circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nesset throws out a counter right but McKraken avoids it with no problem.
McKraken darts in trying to clinch
enabling Nesset to counter with a crisp jab.
Gemechu McKraken is winning the standup battle so far.
McKraken swings for the body but Nesset moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nesset! But no joy.#T4#
Nesset slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McKraken wants to clinch.
A nice side step and Nesset releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A cross from McKraken lands.
McKraken fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nesset avoids it really well and circles away.
McKraken misses with an uppercut
and Nesset counters with a stiff right hand.
Nesset walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
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 Gemechu McKraken will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from McKraken. Nesset does a little dance to reset his feet.
McKraken slips under a jab from Nesset.
McKraken shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Nesset as he avoids it easily.
McKraken throws the left hand but Nesset avoids the punch easily.
Nesset might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#CL#
McKraken closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
McKraken tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nesset's elbow. #BC2#
Nesset breaks from the clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from McKraken misses the target.
McKraken throws a body shot but no joy.
A little jabbing left from Nesset on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McKraken fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nesset manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nesset waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McKraken.
Nesset displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McKraken throws out the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nesset! But no joy.
McKraken misses with a body shot
and Nesset counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McKraken fails with the takedown
and Nesset cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1##CL#
McKraken instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Nesset manages to break the clinch.
McKraken throws a lazy right hand but Nesset sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little jabbing left from Nesset on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nesset pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McKraken appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
McKraken gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Nesset counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nesset throws a shot from downtown. McKraken moves away and avoids it.
McKraken half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
McKraken misses with a looping right.
McKraken slips a straight right by Nesset.
McKraken connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
McKraken throws the left hand but Nesset avoids the punch easily.
McKraken misses with a takedown
and Nesset counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Nesset connects with a good right hand that stumbles McKraken. McKraken circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
McKraken walks into a straight right hand from Nesset.#ROC2#
McKraken is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
McKraken uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
McKraken looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nesset throws out a counter right but McKraken avoids it with no problem.
Nesset misses with an uppercut.
Nesset showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McKraken.
As McKraken backs off Nesset throws a huge counter combo but McKraken manages to avoid it all.
Nesset misses with a looping left.
McKraken ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McKraken lands with a right hand. #T3#
Nesset fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McKraken manages to avoid it.
Arnfinn Nesset is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McKraken tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nesset sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten McKraken somewhat.
Nesset keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Nesset throws out a counter right but McKraken avoids it with no problem.
McKraken shoots in but no luck this time.
McKraken misses with a left hand
and Nesset cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A left lands for McKraken.
Nesset circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nesset throws a hook but McKraken blocks it.
McKraken misses with a body shot. #T4#
A swing and a miss from Nesset.
McKraken feinted with a counter takedown.
McKraken swings widly with a right hand
and Nesset counters with a nice body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nesset throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McKraken lands a nice shot that snaps Nesset's head back.
McKraken bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Nesset's head backwards.
Nesset looks to score with a jab to the body but McKraken is just out of range.
McKraken tries to clinch but Nesset moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nesset throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McKraken scores with a jab to the jaw.
McKraken fails to land the takedown.
Nesset jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Arnfinn Nesset really dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
McKraken wants to land a leg kick but Nesset is out of range.
Nesset looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nesset keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McKraken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nesset moves away.
Nesset is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Jab by McKraken.
McKraken misses with a looping right.
Nesset scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
McKraken avoids the body shot from Nesset.
Nesset looks to land a left hand but McKraken moved out of range nicely.
Nesset stuffs the takedown attempt from McKraken. McKraken gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Nesset counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
McKraken shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nesset as he jumps to the side. #T1#
McKraken swings widly with a right hand
and McKraken takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McKraken goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
McKraken tries for a takedown but Nesset circles away easily
and Nesset counters with a straight right hand.
Oh McKraken is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Nesset steps in with a hook that catches McKraken right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Nesset follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! McKraken looks absolutely devastated.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arnfinn Nesset! Arnfinn Nesset retains his featherweight title!
Arnfinn Nesset tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: FARTMMA 97
Date: May 02, 2020

#R1##TD2#
Gracie gets caught flat footed, as McKraken shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McKraken throws a strike but Gracie rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but McKraken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gracie has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
McKraken has his feet on Gracie's thighs here. He's pushed Gracie off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Gracie screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gemechu McKraken!
Gemechu McKraken bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: FARTMMA 91
Date: Mar 28, 2020

#R1#
Sully stalks McKraken and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into McKraken's face. McKraken staggers backwards, shaken.
McKraken misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sully.
McKraken dips to his left and cracks Sully with an uppercut!
McKraken has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#TD2#
McKraken closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
McKraken misses with the ground and pound.
McKraken throws an elbow but Sully slips to the side and avoids it well.#SUB2#
McKraken is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sully is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sully is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, McKraken asserts his dominance and retains side control.#SUB2#
McKraken goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Sully rolls with the submission and now he's on top in McKraken's guard! Nice work there by Sully!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sully controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
McKraken throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T1##SUB2#
McKraken is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sully defends well.
Sully trying to control but McKraken is working from the bottom.
McKraken manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sully manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Sully looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#SUB2#
McKraken drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Sully dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Sully wanted to stand there but McKraken had control of the position. #T2#
Sully preventing the sweep.
Sully advances to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McKraken is pressing down on Sully's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Sully wants to stand but McKraken is controlling his posture from full guard.
Sully tries to free his leg and advance position but McKraken is retaining full guard. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now McKraken is on top in guard. #REVB#
McKraken content to stall in guard here.
McKraken connects with a couple of short punches.
McKraken content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
McKraken scoring with punches to the head and body.
McKraken chips away with some ground and pound.
McKraken throws an elbow that misses. Sully uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in McKraken's guard. Nice move by Sully!#REVR#
Sully throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
McKraken wants to sweep here but Sully controlling him for the moment. #SU#
Sully stands up from McKraken's guard - Sully perhaps looking for a knockout. #T4#
McKraken misses with a hook. Sully ducked under it nicely.
McKraken looks to land a left hand but Sully moved out of range nicely.
Sully throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
The fighters circle momentarily. McKraken darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Sully tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McKraken paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McKraken tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
McKraken swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sully throws a sloppy head kick and McKraken moves out of range easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sully is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McKraken.
McKraken defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sully.
Sully slips a jab and a cross from McKraken.
McKraken throws a looping overhand right but Sully ducks down to avoid it.
McKraken fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
McKraken is trying hard to land a takedown here. Sully sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Sully shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McKraken as he jumps to the side.
A combination from Sully does no damage.
Sully takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
McKraken lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken 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#
McKraken scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sully doesn't seem bothered though.
Sully fails with the takedown.
Sully throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD2#
and McKraken counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
McKraken passes the guard and advances to mount!
McKraken is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Sully wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here. #SUB2#
McKraken with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
McKraken lands a heavy elbow.
McKraken has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
McKraken goes for an armbar but Sully turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Sully. #T1#
Sully sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Sully has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Sully preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
McKraken has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sully can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McKraken wants to sweep but no luck.
Sully throwing strikes from guard but McKraken blocks nicely. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sully wants to control from the top but McKraken keeps moving.
McKraken working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
McKraken has his feet on Sully's thighs here. He's pushed Sully off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Sully screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gemechu McKraken!
After the fight, Gemechu McKraken 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.
In defeat, Capt Sully stepped up to the mic, saying 'Retiring this sorry ass.'.

Event: FARTMMA 84
Date: Feb 15, 2020

#R1#
McKraken lands a glancing blow to the side of Dadasov's head.
Dadasov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Dadasov catches McKraken with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CL2#
McKraken gets tackled into the cage by Dadasov. Dadasov maintains the clinch.
Dadasov misses with a punch on the inside.
McKraken lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dadasov backwards.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
McKraken misses with the head strike.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dadasov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dadasov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dadasov lands a hook to the side of the head.
McKraken misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dadasov blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McKraken.
Dadasov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McKraken misses with a punch on the inside.
Dadasov gets through McKraken's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dadasov tries to work over McKraken's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dadasov gets through McKraken's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
McKraken fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McKraken digs a right hand into Dadasov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dadasov's gas tank.
Dadasov misses with a punch to the body.
Nice body punch from Dadasov - that landed with a thud. #T1##TD#
McKraken pulls guard successfully.
McKraken lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
McKraken won't allow Dadasov to get back to his feet. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Dadasov manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Dadasov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A right handed body shot lands from Dadasov.
Dadasov scores with a nice hook to the head.
McKraken blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dadasov misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McKraken.
Dadasov scores with a hook to the body.
Dadasov blocking some punches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McKraken works on Dadasov's body with a couple of short punches.#BC#
McKraken breaks the clinch.
McKraken throws the left hand but Dadasov avoids the punch easily.
McKraken walks into a jab.
Renat Dadasov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McKraken keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CL2#
Dadasov gets a clinch.
Dadasov working aggressively here.
A short right from Dadasov. #T2#
Dadasov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McKraken lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
McKraken lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Dadasov gets underhooks to prevent McKraken's takedown attempt.
I was talking to McKraken's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
McKraken drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dadasov lands a shot to the body.
McKraken is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dadasov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McKrakens head.
McKraken tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dadasov's elbow.
Dadasov blocks a body shot from McKraken.
Dadasov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
McKraken prevents a body shot from Dadasov.
Dadasov can't find room to land a body shot as McKraken controls the action.
A nice left hand lands by Dadasov.
Dadasov throws a punch but it's blocked by McKraken.
Dadasov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dadasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McKraken lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dadasov.
Dadasov misses with a body punch. #T3#
McKraken is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Dadasov is defending well.
McKraken tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A body shot lands from Dadasov.
McKraken lands a left hand.
McKraken throws a head punch that misses.
Dadasov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A right hook to the body lands for Dadasov.
Dadasov works on McKraken's body with a couple of short punches.
McKraken is breathing heavily.
McKraken blocking some punches.
Dadasov pushes McKraken back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Dadasov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Dadasov lands an uppercut.
Dadasov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dadasov misses with a body punch.
Dadasov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt McKraken or not.
Dadasov scores with a nice hook to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dadasov misses with a body punch.
Dadasov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Dadasov lands with a left to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Dadasov fails to land.
Dadasov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T4#
Dadasov swings wildly with an uppercut but McKraken uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dadasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dadasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dadasov presses McKraken against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
McKraken wants to get back to striking at distance but Dadasov won't allow it.
Dadasov misses with a punch to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dadasov.
Dadasov struggles to land a body shot inside as McKraken controls his hands.
McKraken misses with a hook to the ribs.
McKraken prevents a body shot from Dadasov.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dadasov.
McKraken tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Dadasov just stands there and leans against the cage.
Dadasov lands a body shot.
A shot in the inside from Dadasov.
Dadasov misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dadasov lands with a light punch inside.
Dadasov misses with a punch to the body.
Dadasov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Dadasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dadasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Renat Dadasov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
McKraken dives in for a single leg takedown but Dadasov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dadasov! But no joy.
Dadasov lands with a thumping leg kick.
McKraken staying out of range there.
Dadasov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from McKraken.
McKraken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McKraken has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Dadasov.
McKraken scores with a nice head shot.
McKraken walks into a stiff left hand from Dadasov.
McKraken gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dadasov.
Dadasov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
McKraken is trying hard to land a takedown here. Dadasov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McKraken shoots in for a takedown but Dadasov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Dadasov stuffs the takedown.
Dadasov lands a leg kick that knocks McKraken off balance momentarily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Dadasov fails to land with a series of punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dadasov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McKraken shoots in but Dadasov avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1#
Dadasov tries to clinch but McKraken is having none of it.
Dadasov connects with an inside leg kick.
Dadasov slips under a jab from McKraken.
Dadasov cracks a nice hook into McKraken's ribs.
Dadasov has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
A big left from Dadasov misses.
A big left from McKraken misses.
McKraken fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dadasov manages to avoid it.
McKraken scores with a shot to the body.
Dadasov throws a low kick but it's checked well by McKraken.
McKraken jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Dadasov scoring well with a low kick there.
McKraken blocks a head kick by Dadasov.
Decent striking displayed by Dadasov there.
Dadasov misses the jab.#TD#
McKraken scores with a takedown into Dadasov's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McKraken looking to pass the guard.
Dadasov wants to get back to his feet but McKraken is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Dadasov is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T2##ES2#
Dadasov pushes McKraken off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
McKraken scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Dadasov scores with a hook to the body. McKraken takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McKraken moves forwards but Dadasov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Dadasov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
McKraken shoots in looking for a takedown but Dadasov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing McKraken's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
McKraken shoots in for a double leg but Dadasov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL2#
Dadasov darts in and clinches McKraken up against the cage.
Dadasov misses with the head strike.
Dadasov digs a right hand into McKraken's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on McKraken's gas tank.
A short left from Dadasov.
Dadasov throws a punch but it's blocked by McKraken.
McKraken is trying to pull guard but Dadasov has him pressed against the cage.
Dadasov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dadasov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Dadasov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
A short left from Dadasov.
Dadasov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Dadasov tries to throw a body punch but McKraken avoids it by throwing Dadasov back against the cage.
McKraken lands an uppercut.
Dadasov lands an uppercut.
McKraken blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McKraken lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right from Dadasov on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Dadasov.
Dadasov throws a head punch that misses.
McKraken lands a nice uppercut.#BC#
McKraken pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McKraken misses with a wild body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dadasov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
McKraken misses with an uppercut.
Renat Dadasov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dadasov ducks under a wild hook from McKraken.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dadasov! But no joy.
A big left from McKraken misses.
McKraken throws a body shot but no joy.
McKraken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice body kick there by Dadasov.#T4#
Dadasov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McKraken uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dadasov.
McKraken dives in and grabs Dadasov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dadasov pushes down on McKraken's head and hops out.
Dadasov scoring well with a low kick there.
Dadasov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Left hook, right uppercut from Dadasov.
McKraken moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Dadasov scores with a head kick. McKraken tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
McKraken takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Dadasov moves away from the strike by McKraken.
McKraken drops his hands momentarily and Dadasov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Dadasov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McKraken.
McKraken gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Dadasov misses with a leg kick.
Dadasov throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dadasov misses with a double jab.
Nice defenses there by Dadasov.
McKraken stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dadasov.
Dadasov sizes up McKraken with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Dadasov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McKraken on the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Renat Dadasov 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#
Dadasov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dadasov lands with an uppercut that bounces McKraken off the cage and back into range.
McKraken is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Dadasov is looking to slow McKraken down with leg kicks.
McKraken keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dadasov.
Dadasov ducks right into an uppercut from McKraken.
Dadasov tries to clinch but McKraken moves out of range.
McKraken appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dadasov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A decent looking cross lands there for McKraken.
McKraken takes one to the side of the head.
Nice sprawl there from Dadasov as McKraken shoots in.
Dadasov misses with a body kick.
McKraken attempts a counter takedown but Dadasov avoids it well and moves away.
Dadasov throws a quick head kick that skims the top of McKraken's head.
Renat Dadasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McKraken tries a low kick but Dadasov avoids it.
McKraken fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A telegraphed right hand from McKraken misses the target.
Dadasov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A punch lands to the side of Dadasov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
McKraken misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Dadasov counters with an inside leg kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from McKraken. Dadasov does a little dance to reset his feet.
McKraken takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A big left from McKraken misses.
Dadasov thumps McKraken with a low kick.
Dadasov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice body punch from McKraken.
Dadasov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McKraken shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dadasov lands the left hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from McKraken. Dadasov does a little dance to reset his feet.
McKraken fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dadasov manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Dadasov moves into range and clinches up with McKraken.#BC#
McKraken breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dadasov misses with a body kick.
Dadasov lands a head shot.
Dadasov slaps away a takedown attempt from McKraken, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Dadasov looks to throw the jab but McKraken is 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!
McKraken just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Dadasov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Dadasov throws a head kick that misses.
Dadasov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
McKraken will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Dadasov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dadasov throws a push kick but McKraken slaps the foot to one side.
McKraken tries to counter with a takedown but Dadasov is quick to defend against it.
Dadasov throws a shot from downtown. McKraken moves away and avoids it.
McKraken throws an off balance right hand
and Dadasov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dadasov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dadasov.
Dadasov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
The fighters circling - McKraken throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nice body kick from Dadasov.
McKraken staying out of range there.
Dadasov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Dadasov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
McKraken throws a hook to the side of Dadasov's head but Dadasov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McKraken sets himself, and Dadasov steps forward looking for the clinch! McKraken avoids it this time.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
McKraken shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Dadasov as he avoids it easily.
McKraken throws a shot to the body. #T3#
A nice inside leg kick there by Dadasov. That's going to slow McKraken down.
McKraken misses with an uppercut. Dadasov saw that one coming.
Dadasov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McKraken manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dadasov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McKraken swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Dadasov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
McKraken looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Dadasov misses with a body shot.
Dadasov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Dadasov throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
McKraken closes the distance and clinches up with Dadasov, looking for a takedown. McKraken pushes Dadasov against the cage but Dadasov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Dadasov tries to clinch but McKraken is having none of it.
Dadasov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McKraken doesn't seem bothered though.
A slow jab from Dadasov misses its intended target.
McKraken connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Dadasov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Dadasov throws a quick inside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dadasov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
McKraken throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dadasov sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
McKraken uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dadasov.
Dadasov ducks under a wild hook from McKraken.
McKraken misses with a hook.
Gemechu McKraken has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dadasov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McKraken takes a swing at Dadasov's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Dadasov closes the distance and clinches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McKraken.
Dadasov lands with a right to the head.
Dadasov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dadasov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McKraken pushes Dadasov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Dadasov - that landed with a thud.
Renat Dadasov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
McKraken misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dadasov lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McKraken tries to throw a body punch but Dadasov avoids it by throwing McKraken back against the cage.
Dadasov lands with a left to the head.
McKraken tries a body shot but Dadasov blocks it.
Dadasov is leaning against McKraken and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
McKraken blocks a punch to the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Renat Dadasov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Dadasov 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 Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 27:30
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: FARTMMA 80:
Date: Jan 18, 2020

#R1#
McKraken fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Georgiev takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
McKraken scores with the left hand. Georgiev knows he should have avoided that one.
Georgiev takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Georgiev feints and then cracks McKraken's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McKraken down.
McKraken misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Georgiev counters with a nice double leg into guard.
McKraken tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McKraken is working hard here to advance position.
Georgiev trying to control but McKraken is working from the bottom.
McKraken wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
McKraken had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Georgiev defends it easily.
McKraken manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Georgiev manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McKraken postures up.
McKraken missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
Georgiev tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McKraken slips nicely into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Georgiev manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Georgiev looking for a sweep. Not yet Georgiev, not yet. #SUB2#
Georgiev looking for a guillotine here but McKraken defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Georgiev looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
McKraken with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2#
McKraken wants to pass the guard but Georgiev is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Georgiev is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
McKraken looking to pass the guard.
Georgiev wants to sweep but no luck.
McKraken passes Georgiev's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Georgiev is trying to control but can't.
Georgiev won't allow McKraken to pass to mount.
McKraken is nestled in close to Georgiev, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
McKraken lands with a punch from half guard.
Georgiev keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
McKraken wants to free his trapped foot but Georgiev is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T3#
McKraken is looking to pass Georgiev's guard but actually Georgiev recovers to full guard.
McKraken content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Georgiev 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.
McKraken working some strikes from top position.
Georgiev looking to hit a scissor sweep but McKraken is one step ahead there.
Georgiev not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Georgiev working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McKraken doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McKraken manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
McKraken forces his way into half guard.#T4#
Georgiev on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
McKraken wants to pass the guard but Georgiev is defending well. #SUB#
McKraken is trying to work for a kimura but Georgiev is defending well. #SUB#
McKraken wants to work for an arm triangle but Georgiev is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Georgiev trying to hold on to McKraken's head to control him but McKraken postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
McKraken wants to work for an arm triangle but Georgiev is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
McKraken working over Georgiev with some ground and pound. Georgiev looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
A swing and a miss from McKraken.
McKraken will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
McKraken fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Georgiev changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Georgiev stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gemechu McKraken. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McKraken avoids the head kick by Georgiev.
McKraken appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Donk. Georgiev catches McKraken right on the button with a cross.
Gemechu McKraken seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Georgiev drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
McKraken gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Georgiev.
McKraken shoots in for a takedown but Georgiev shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Georgiev lands a leg kick that knocks McKraken off balance momentarily.
Prohor Georgiev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Georgiev fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Georgiev scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Georgiev thows a huge punch but McKraken dodges it nicely.
McKraken tries to roll over but Georgiev keeps him under control.#T1##SUB#
McKraken is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Georgiev pulls his head out easily.
McKraken moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
McKraken working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Georgiev.
McKraken is striking from the bottom but Georgiev uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
Georgiev moves into full mount! McKraken won't be happy about that!
Georgiev looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Georgiev sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!#T2#
Georgiev looking to control but McKraken is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
McKraken working to try and regain half guard.
McKraken wants to hold on but Georgiev pushes him away.
Georgiev sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
McKraken tries to reverse the position but Georgiev maintains control.
Georgiev unloads with some shots from mount but McKraken bucks and avoids them well.
McKraken manages to regain half guard. Good work.
McKraken is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Georgiev's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Georgiev's back!
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Georgiev fending off the submission attempt from McKraken. #SUB#
McKraken is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Georgiev is defending well though. McKraken let's go of the attempt for now.#T3#
Georgiev is trying to break free.
Georgiev is trying to remain composed but McKraken is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.#SUB#
Georgiev 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 McKraken gets his way!
Georgiev tries to roll but McKraken sticks to his back. #SUB#
McKraken has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Georgiev has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Georgiev is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
McKraken lands shots from the back.
Georgiev tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Gemechu McKraken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
McKraken looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Georgiev can't escape the position.
McKraken can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Georgiev is looking to escape.
Georgiev tries to hold on but McKraken pushes him away.
McKraken scores with a couple of good head shots there.
McKraken working the ground and pound effectively.
Georgiev is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Prohor Georgiev will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3##TD#
McKraken scores with a takedown into Georgiev's guard.
McKraken landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2#
Georgiev had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McKraken defends it easily.
McKraken stopping the sweep attempt from Georgiev.
McKraken has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
McKraken works over Georgiev with some ground and pound from guard.
McKraken loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken advances to half guard.
McKraken not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB#
McKraken is working for a submission of some sort.
McKraken is trying to control the action in half guard but Georgiev is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1##SUB#
McKraken is working for a submission of some sort.
McKraken trying to pass the guard but Georgiev defending well.
Georgiev is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Georgiev actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
McKraken looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
McKraken lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB2#
Georgiev is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McKraken pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Georgiev looking for submissions off his back.
Georgiev wants to improve his position but McKraken is controlling well. #T3#
McKraken works his way into full mount! #SUB#
McKraken is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Georgiev to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Georgiev shrugs it off. #SUB#
McKraken jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Georgiev manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Georgiev is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
McKraken wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Georgiev, who protects the arm well.
Georgiev is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T4##SUB#
Georgiev is defending against the submission attempts here by McKraken.
McKraken is nestled in close to Georgiev, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Georgiev has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. McKraken is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
McKraken is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Georgiev is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Georgiev scoring well with a low kick there.
McKraken fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
McKraken with a hook.#TD2#
McKraken gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Georgiev to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Georgiev trying to control but McKraken is working from the bottom.
Georgiev won't allow McKraken to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken keeping moving, preventing Georgiev from controlling successfully. #T1##SUB#
McKraken looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Georgiev throwing strikes but missing.
Georgiev stopping the sweep attempt from McKraken.
McKraken bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Georgiev's guard. #REVR#
McKraken passes Georgiev's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
McKraken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Georgiev is just riding it out for now. McKraken eventually gives up the hold.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Georgiev has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. McKraken is working away from the top position though.#T2##SUB#
McKraken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Georgiev is just riding it out for now. McKraken eventually gives up the hold.
McKraken is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Georgiev holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Georgiev moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
McKraken is pushing down on Georgiev's leg trying to pass to half guard. Georgiev is fighting to maintain full guard but McKraken has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
McKraken wants to work for an arm triangle but Georgiev is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T3##SUB#
McKraken seems to be working for a kimura but Georgiev defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Georgiev actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
McKraken is working for a kimura but Georgiev is defending it quite comfortably.
Georgiev tries to roll over but McKraken keeps him under control.
McKraken missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
McKraken winds up and cracks Georgiev with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
McKraken tries to pass to full mount but Georgiev defends it. #SUB#
McKraken is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Georgiev defends it well.
McKraken seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Georgiev does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
McKraken is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
McKraken tries to pass to full mount but Georgiev defends it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Georgiev is trying to control but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken had his way with Prohor Georgiev in that round.
That's time! McKraken's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R5#
McKraken takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Georgiev misses the shot to the body.
Georgiev pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
McKraken shoots in for a double leg but Georgiev sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Georgiev avoids the body shot from McKraken.
McKraken slips a jab from Georgiev.
Georgiev lands a nice leg kick that just misses McKraken's sensitive parts.
McKraken scores with a jab to the jaw.
Georgiev lands a glancing blow to the side of McKraken's head.
McKraken rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
so Georgiev counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB2#
Georgiev 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.
McKraken working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Georgiev.
McKraken tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Georgiev pushes down on McKraken's leg and manages to get into half guard.
McKraken regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
McKraken escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Georgiev gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Georgiev throws a big elbow that misses.
Georgiev trying to control the position from guard on top but McKraken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Georgiev pushing down on McKraken's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
McKraken is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
McKraken gets full guard.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Georgiev stopping the sweep attempt from McKraken.
Georgiev working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Georgiev stays in close to McKraken's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Georgiev drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Georgiev as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! McKraken screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Georgiev! Nice submission victory there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Prohor Georgiev! Prohor Georgiev retains his featherweight title!
Our winner, Prohor Georgiev, 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: FARTMMA 77
Date: Dec 28, 2019

#R1#
Nesset leaves McKraken with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Nesset gets cracked there but stands up to it. #TD2#
McKraken closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Nesset quickly recovers to half guard.
McKraken is looking to advance position but Nesset won't allow it. #SUB#
Nesset looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Nesset looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
McKraken seems to be looking for submissions.
Nesset's coaches at Zero Tolerance 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.#SUB2#
Nesset is defending against the submission attempts here by McKraken.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB2#
McKraken 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#
Nesset actively working from the bottom here.
McKraken stops Nesset from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Nesset actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Nesset is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McKraken pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Nesset is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McKraken pulls his head out easily. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
McKraken is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Nesset looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
McKraken missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
McKraken seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB2#
McKraken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nesset is just riding it out for now. McKraken eventually gives up the hold.
McKraken looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Nesset with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T3#
McKraken is pressing down on Nesset's thigh, looking to free his foot. Nesset is holding on for now.
Nesset keeping hold of McKraken's head, controlling as best he can.
McKraken sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nesset defending well though. #SUB#
Nesset is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McKraken pulls his head out easily.
McKraken lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB#
Nesset looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
McKraken is pressing down on Nesset's thigh, looking to free his foot. Nesset is holding on for now.
McKraken frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T4##SUB2#
McKraken working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
McKraken lands a couple of good shots and Nesset has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
McKraken lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by McKraken.
McKraken has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
McKraken throwing sloppy strikes.
Nesset is taking damage to the body and head. #SUB2#
McKraken is persistently looking for the submission but Nesset is defending it well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
McKraken looking for the RNC.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nesset is defending well here and trying to improve his position. #SUB2#
McKraken sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Nesset taps out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Gemechu McKraken!
Gemechu McKraken tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: FARTMMA 72
Date: Nov 23, 2019

#R1##TD#
McKraken scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Baird wants to get back to his feet but McKraken drags him back down.
Baird is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#SUB#
McKraken is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Baird is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Baird tries to escape but McKraken is in control. #SUB#
McKraken tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
McKraken working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baird wants to get back to his feet but McKraken drags him back down.#T1##SUB#
McKraken is working to tighten his grip on Baird's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Baird has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but McKraken is really squeezing tight and eventually Baird passes out! McKraken breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Gemechu McKraken!
Gemechu McKraken 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: TWGC 26 (155lbs, D2): Sydney Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 17, 2019

Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Joshua Brown (ranked 3264 p4p, 336 weight class) and Gemechu McKraken (ranked 1773 p4p, 203 weight class). Brown comes to the cage accompanied by Hail Mary Tupac. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

176 cm
24 yrs
166 lbs

170 cm
21 yrs
140 lbs

Brown

McKraken

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Joshua Brown! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Gemechu McKraken!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Hogan, Winston Howard and Ron Honeybunn.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

McKraken closes the distance and pushes Brown back into the cage.
Brown tries for a takedown. No joy.
McKraken gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Brown.
Brown wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joshua Brown. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Brown has picked McKraken up - he's going for a ride! Brown dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Brown (2) vs (0) McKraken
McKraken is looking for a sweep. Brown is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
McKraken makes his way to full guard. A much better position for McKraken.

McKraken looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Brown has picked McKraken up and slammed him! McKraken can't keep hold of the triangle and Brown manages to pass to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (5) vs (0) McKraken

Brown has hold of McKraken's arm. He's looking for a kimura. McKraken seems comfortable defending it but Brown has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! McKraken is real pain and he's forced to tap out! McKraken is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Brown couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Joshua Brown!
Joshua Brown spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: RapidFC 45
Date: Sep 21, 2019

#R1#
McKraken avoids the body shot from Chin.
McKraken throws a shot to the body.
McKraken scores with a hook to the body. Chin takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Chin takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McKraken misses the body punch
and Chin counters with a nice uppercut.
Chin misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Chin closes the distance and pushes McKraken back into the cage.
Chin lands a shot to the body.
Chin lands with a short head shot on the inside.
I was talking to McKraken's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
McKraken tries to pull guard but Chin won't allow it.
Chin misses with a knee to the head.
McKraken working aggressively here.
McKraken tries a body shot but Chin blocks it.
McKraken blocks a body shot from Chin.
McKraken tries for a takedown but Chin manages to get underhooks.
McKraken misses with a hook from the clinch.
Chin with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head punch on the inside from McKraken fails to land.
Knees in the clinch landing for Chin.
McKraken lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
McKraken misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
McKraken lands an uppercut.#TD#
McKraken gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#SUB#
McKraken is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Chin sees it coming and defends easily.
Chin is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of McKraken's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take McKraken's back!
McKraken avoids the strikes from Chin.
Chin controlling well, preventing McKraken from escaping the position.
Chin doesn't have the hooks in and McKraken manages to turn into his guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chin working a defensive guard here.
McKraken scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Chin working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McKraken doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McKraken manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
McKraken connects with a couple of short punches.
Chin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
McKraken landing with the ground and pound. #T2##SUB2#
Chin throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
McKraken scoring with punches to the head and body.
McKraken looking to pass the guard.
Chin tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Chin working a defensive guard here.
McKraken postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Chin looking to hit a scissor sweep but McKraken is one step ahead there. #T3#
McKraken lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
McKraken works over Chin with some ground and pound from guard.
McKraken prevents Chin from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
McKraken thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
McKraken working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #ROC#
Chin is rocked!
McKraken looking to pass the guard.
Chin is still in real trouble! Can McKraken finish him?
Chin is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Chin looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
McKraken lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Chin controls McKraken momentarily but McKraken frees himself.
McKraken stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McKraken gets to his feet and stands over Chin, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Chin felt that one! McKraken unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Chin from any more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gemechu McKraken!
Gemechu McKraken was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: RapidFC 43
Date: Sep 07, 2019

#R1#
McKraken blocks a head kick by Virtanen.
Virtanen gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McKraken.
Virtanen tries to clinch but McKraken is having none of it.
Virtanen throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and McKraken counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
McKraken is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Virtanen! #SUB2#
McKraken goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Virtanen is on top in guard.
McKraken is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
This has been an exciting period of action!
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. McKraken connects with a nice short shot to Virtanen's temple.
Virtanen is breathing heavily.
McKraken is keen to just control but Virtanen is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
McKraken 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! Virtanen is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Gemechu McKraken!
Gemechu McKraken was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: RapidFC 39
Date: Aug 10, 2019

#R1#
McKraken misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Budinha fails in his attempt to clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Budinha looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Budinha doesn't manage to clinch there - McKraken circles away. #CL2#
Budinha rushes McKraken and presses him up against the cage.
Come on McKraken - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense. #TD#
McKraken turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and McKraken manages to end up in side control.#SUB#
McKraken is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Budinha looks calm but he's in trouble here. McKraken gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Budinha is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! McKraken lets go of the hold and Budinha can pop his arm back in it's socket.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Gemechu McKraken!
A very excited looking Gemechu McKraken rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: RapidFC 35
Date: Jul 13, 2019

#R1#
Jimenez checks a leg kick.
McKraken clobbers Jimenez with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
McKraken uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jimenez.
McKraken changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
McKraken uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jimenez.
Jimenez lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
McKraken moves out of range as Jimenez strikes.
McKraken is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McKraken misses with a body shot.
Jimenez connects with a body shot.
Jimenez scores with a hook to the body. McKraken takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McKraken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jimenez works the jab nicely.
Jimenez looks to land a left hand but McKraken moved out of range nicely.
McKraken misses with a hook
letting Jimenez counter with a right hand.
A bone on bone clash there as McKraken blocks the leg kick.
McKraken with the counter takedown but Jimenez avoids it easily.
No luck for Jimenez with that takedown attempt. #T1#
McKraken cracks Jimenez with an open hand slap.#TD#
Jimenez scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
McKraken actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
McKraken looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Jimenez is looking for a kimura but McKraken is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Jimenez to get the leverage.
Jimenez wants to lay and pray for a moment but McKraken keeps working. #SUB#
Jimenez is trying to work for a kimura but McKraken is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jimenez slows the pace down in half guard. #T2##SUB2#
McKraken looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Jimenez is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. McKraken doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Jimenez. #SUB#
Jimenez is looking for a kimura but McKraken is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Jimenez to get the leverage.
McKraken is pressing down on Jimenez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
McKraken had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jimenez defends it easily.
McKraken lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T3##SUB#
Jimenez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McKraken defends well.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Jimenez looking for submissions from the bottom but instead McKraken passes into half guard. #SUB#
Jimenez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McKraken pulls his head out easily.
McKraken wants to take a breather but Jimenez is having none of it. #SUB2#
McKraken is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jimenez is just riding it out for now. McKraken eventually gives up the hold.
Jimenez works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4#
McKraken postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Jimenez keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
McKraken won't allow Jimenez to sweep him here.
McKraken working some strikes from top position.
McKraken makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
McKraken throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jimenez works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Jimenez trying to keep a closed guard but McKraken is proving a slippery customer.
McKraken throwing strikes from guard but Jimenez blocks nicely.
McKraken passes into half guard. #SUB2#
McKraken is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
McKraken is working for a kimura but Jimenez is defending it quite comfortably.
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 Diogo Jimenez will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Jimenez shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
McKraken tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Jimenez takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Jimenez throws a body shot but no joy.
McKraken needs to keep his hands up - Jimenez had a free shot at his head there.
McKraken uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jimenez.
Jimenez scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
McKraken scores with a three punch combo! #TD#
Jimenez looking to score a takedown here. McKraken is defending well but Jimenez drives through and ends up in McKraken's guard.
McKraken wants to sweep but no luck.
Jimenez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Jimenez trying to control the position from guard on top but McKraken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
McKraken is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jimenez defends well.#T1##SUB2#
McKraken working for a triangle but Jimenez defends it easily.
Jimenez won't allow McKraken to sweep him here. #SUB2#
McKraken looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Jimenez looking to sit in guard and control but McKraken gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
McKraken trying to control but Jimenez is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Jimenez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McKraken defends well.#SUB#
McKraken got a little sloppy there for a moment and Jimenez has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, McKraken has managed to get both his arms back between Jimenez's legs - danger averted.#T2#
McKraken content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
McKraken won't allow Jimenez to sweep him here. #SUB#
Jimenez working for submissions but it's allowed McKraken to get to half guard. #SUB#
Jimenez actively working from the bottom here.
McKraken is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Jimenez trying to control but McKraken postures up.
McKraken has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Jimenez taking shots to the head. #T3#
Jimenez is bucking up trying to escape but McKraken cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#SUB2#
McKraken jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Jimenez manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Jimenez is looking to regain half guard here but McKraken keeps moving and retains side control.
Jimenez is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at The Wild Beasts Zoo , so we'll see if he gets out of it.
McKraken connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Jimenez some visible discomfort.
Jimenez tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but McKraken wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gemechu McKraken has got the better of the ground game so far.
Check out the look on McKraken's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Jimenez is not content to let McKraken control the position.
McKraken tries to advance to mount but can't. #T4#
Jimenez is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
McKraken landing a few strikes.
Jimenez tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Jimenez wants to control but McKraken postures up.
Jimenez taking a bit of punishment here - McKraken scoring with strikes. #SUB2#
McKraken is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jimenez has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
McKraken looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
McKraken is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jimenez has escaped the position, nice work there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gemechu McKraken showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Jimenez.
McKraken dodges the punch combination from Jimenez.
McKraken misses with an uppercut
and McKraken takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jimenez lands a jab to McKraken's midsection.
McKraken fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken slips a jab from Jimenez.
McKraken takes one on the chin but seems OK.
McKraken throws a poor cross that misses
and Jimenez counters with a straight right hand.
Jimenez fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T1##TD#
Jimenez scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
McKraken is trying to improve his position.
Jimenez has knee on belly and moves into mount.
McKraken is trying to escape the mount.
Jimenez trying to control but McKraken is having none of it.
McKraken keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T2#
Jimenez controlling the position easily from mount.
McKraken keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
McKraken bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Jimenez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McKraken is pushing down on Jimenez's leg trying to pass to half guard. Jimenez is fighting to maintain full guard but McKraken has managed to sneak the leg through.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McKraken takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Jimenez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
McKraken is trying to work for a kimura but Jimenez is defending well. #T3#
Jimenez tries to get to full guard but McKraken has control of the leg.
McKraken passes to full mount!
Jimenez really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
McKraken landing strikes, looking to finish!
Jimenez working to try and regain half guard.
McKraken avoids the attempt from Jimenez to control.#T4#
Jimenez keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Jimenez is bucking up trying to escape but McKraken cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
McKraken has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Jimenez's face.
Jimenez sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
McKraken lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
McKraken is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. McKraken lands a nice short elbow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jimenez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
McKraken is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jimenez sees it coming and defends easily.

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 Diogo Jimenez.
I think Jimenez 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 Skip Squint scores the fight 29:29
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 29:28

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

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