Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: SMASH: Prescott vs Benedetti
Date: Feb 11, 2024

#R1#
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zemin moves away.
Zemin tries to clinch but Dixon moves out of range.
Zemin scores with a sloppy right hand. Dixon should have avoided that one.
Dixon misses with a body punch
and Zemin counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dixon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Zemin.
Dixon misses with a combination
and Dixon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Zemin fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Zemin clinches up with Dixon and pushes him back against the cage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zemin prevents Dixon from breaking the clinch.
Dixon goes for a takedown in the clinch but Zemin prevents it. #BC#
Dixon pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Zemin throws a head kick but Dixon moves out of range.
Dixon looks to land a right hand but Zemin moved out of range.
Zemin only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T1#
Zemin looks to land a body kick but Dixon moved away.#CL2#
Zemin fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dixon, pushing him back against the cage.
Zemin is pushing Dixon up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Zemin lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dixon backwards.
Dixon working aggressively here. #BC#
Dixon breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dixon misses with a left hand
and Zemin counters with a one-two to the body.
Dixon misses the shot to the body.
A shot to the body from Dixon misses #KD2#
and Zemin counters with a crisp one two that drops Dixon! Zemin thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Dixon to his feet! Dixon is in big trouble!#ROC2#Dixon is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zemin throws a head kick but Dixon moves out of range.
Oh Dixon is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Zemin throws a low kick but Dixon avoids it.
Dixon was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dixon thows a left - swing and a miss!
A jab from Dixon misses.
Zemin cracks Dixon with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Dixon tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Zemin pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Dixon is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Unang Zemin!

Event: C270: Tosen vs Payer IV
Date: Jan 14, 2024

#R1#
Dixon stuns O Malley with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
O Malley looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
O Malley throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dixon.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dixon trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
O Malley is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Dixon is controlling him.
Dixon in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dixon slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Dixon postures up in O Malley's guard and throws a big left but O Malley blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
O Malley keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
Dixon missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
Dixon throwing strikes but missing. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
O Malley connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
O Malley keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dixon.
O Malley throws a lazy right hand but Dixon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dixon throws out a counter right but O Malley avoids it with no problem.
Dixon throws a body shot but no joy.
Dixon looks to land a combination but O Malley avoids it well.
Dixon showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from O Malley.
O Malley really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Dixon scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Dixon misses with a body shot.
Dixon scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Dixon lands a straight punch to the body, keeping O Malley at a distance.
O Malley throws a nice head kick! #CUT#It looks like Darren Dixon has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dixon scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T2#
An inside leg kick lands from O Malley.
O Malley scores with a jab to the jaw.
O Malley tests Dixon's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dixon lands with a nice body punch.
Dixon swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
O Malley takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Dixon is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down O Malley rather than just go for the knockout.
O Malley misses with a looping left.
Dixon throws a body shot but no joy.
O Malley dodges the punch combination from Dixon.
O Malley lands a really nice looking cross but Dixon seems unphased.
Dixon loads up on a big right hand but O Malley slips the punch.
Dixon takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Dixon takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T3#
Jab by Dixon.
Dixon swinging wildly here.
O Malley looks to score with a jab to the body but Dixon is just out of range.
O Malley fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
O Malley ducks right into an uppercut from Dixon.
A swing and a miss from O Malley.
Dixon catches O Malley with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
O Malley is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Dixon works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
O Malley moves out of range as Dixon strikes.
A little feinted left hand from O Malley on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
O Malley lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #ROC#Dixon is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
O Malley throws a monster overhand right that drops Dixon! O Malley follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sean O Malley!
Sean O Malley managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Fantasy Threads, into his post fight interview.

Event: C262: Albatross vs Femme II
Date: Dec 24, 2023

#R1#
Joseph throws a good cross that connects.
Joseph takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Joseph takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Dixon throws a big shot that misses.
Nice uppercut lands for Joseph. That snapped Dixon's head back.
Joseph connects with a body shot that sends Dixon's belly button to the back.
The fighters circling - Joseph throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dixon throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Joseph scores with a hook.
Joseph lands a nice looking body shot.
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!
Joseph misses with a hook.
Joseph looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A jab from Dixon misses.
Joseph takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Joseph looks to land a combination but Dixon avoids it well.
Joseph throws a low kick but it's checked well by Dixon.
Joseph misses with a hook to the body
and Dixon counters with a series of strikes. Joseph will be more careful next time no doubt.
A telegraphed right hand from Dixon misses the target.
Joseph lands a nice shot to the body.
Joseph misses with a looping right.
Dixon takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
Joseph throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jihadi Joseph seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Joseph swings for the body but Dixon moves out of range.
A big right from Dixon misses.
Joseph seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Joseph.
Dixon takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Joseph with a nice calf kick.
Dixon misses with a two punch combination.
Joseph tries to counter by clinching up but Dixon breaks away and moves out of range.
Dixon lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Joseph circles away quickly and effectively.
Dixon 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.
Joseph slips a straight right by Dixon.
Joseph moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Joseph misses with a hook.
Dixon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Joseph avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Joseph throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon feints the counter takedown.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Joseph misses with a wild body shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Joseph. #T2#
Dixon checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Nice shot by Joseph.
A looping hook to the body misses from Joseph. Dixon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Joseph displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dixon throws out the jab.
Dixon misses the shot to the body.
Joseph is looking to slow Dixon down with leg kicks.
Joseph with a hook.
Dixon takes a swing at Joseph's ribcage but misses.
Joseph throws a quick counter head kick but Dixon was just out of range.
Joseph moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Joseph throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Dixon feints the counter takedown.
Dixon throws a body shot but no joy.
Dixon tries to move into range but Joseph moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Joseph cracks Dixon with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Dixon throws a body shot but no joy.
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Joseph moves away.
Some bone on bone action there as Dixon checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A low kick lands for Joseph.
Joseph throws a leg kick but Dixon checks it. #T3##CL#
Joseph gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Joseph misses with the head strike.
A left hand lands to the body for Joseph.
Joseph tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Joseph scores with a shoulder strike.
Joseph misses with a punch to the body.
Dixon goes for a takedown attempt but Joseph pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Dixon is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Dixon thuds a left hand into Joseph's body.
Dixon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Joseph manages to avoid it.
Joseph uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dixon.
Joseph lands a nice hook to Dixon's body. Dixon takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Joseph misses with a wild combination.
Sloppy strikes from Dixon. Those never looked like landing. #T4#
Dixon just misses with a punch to the body.
Dixon takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Joseph throws a shot to the body.
Dixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon lands a body shot.
Joseph lands with a hook. Dixon tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Dixon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Joseph throws out the jab.
Joseph misses with a body shot.
Dixon misses with a double jab.
Joseph throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dixon takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Joseph tries to clinch up.
Dixon misses with a lunging right hand
and Joseph counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dixon thinking.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Joseph misses with a low kick.
Dixon takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Joseph is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Joseph throws a right and a left that Dixon avoids nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jihadi Joseph dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Joseph lands a high kick!
Joseph lands a right hook to the body.
A low kick from Joseph misses #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Joseph!

Joseph throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Joseph throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dixon.
Joseph lands a jab to the nose.
Joseph connects with a body shot.
Dixon throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Joseph.
Joseph's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Dixon connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Joseph scrambles back to his feet.
Joseph throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon misses with a body shot.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Joseph.
Joseph scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Joseph lands a jab to the head.
Dixon on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Dixon bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1#
Joseph cracks Dixon with an open hand slap.
Joseph moves out of range of the strikes.
Dixon scores with a three punch combo!
Joseph swings for the body but Dixon moves out of range.
Some wild striking there from Joseph.
Dixon slips a jab from Joseph.
Joseph wants to clinch.
Joseph misses the body punch
and Dixon counters with a nice uppercut.
Dixon takes a swing at Joseph's ribcage but misses.
Joseph swings away with a body shot that misses
and Dixon counters with a stiff right hand.
Joseph ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Joseph pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Joseph connects with a solid leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Joseph stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T2#
Joseph throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dixon on the side of the head.
Dixon throws a body punch but Joseph moves out of range.
Dixon avoids a punch combination nicely.
It seemed like Dixon was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Joseph swings for the body but Dixon moves out of range.
Joseph's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dixon under the eye.
Joseph attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Joseph fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Dixon lands with an uppercut that bounces Joseph off the cage and back into range.
Joseph scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Dixon connects with a body shot that sends Joseph's belly button to the back.
Joseph lands a jab to the nose.
Joseph throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Joseph. Dixon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dixon looks to land a combination but Joseph avoids it well.
Dixon throws a sloppy body shot
and Joseph counters with a one-two to the body. #T3#
Dixon throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Joseph counters with a series of strikes. Dixon will be more careful next time no doubt.
Joseph on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Dixon throws a looping overhand right but Joseph ducks down to avoid it.
Joseph dips to his left and cracks Dixon with an uppercut!
Joseph throws a right and a left that both miss.
Joseph loads up on a big right hand but Dixon slips the punch.
Dixon tests Joseph's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A shot to the body from Dixon misses
and Joseph counters with a right hand to the body.
Joseph walks into a stiff left hand from Dixon.
Dixon fails to land with a series of punches.
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!
Joseph scores with a leg kick.
Joseph with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Dixon takes a swing at Joseph's ribcage but misses.
Joseph tries to close the distance and clinch up but Dixon swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Joseph misses with a low kick.
Joseph uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dixon.#T4#
Joseph paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Joseph moves away.
Joseph lands with a nice body punch.
Joseph rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dixon moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Joseph throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dixon stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Joseph is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dixon can do to turn this around?
Dixon lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Dixon lands a body shot.
Joseph misses with an attempted mid kick.
Dixon's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Danga de danga de dang - Joseph scores with a four punch combination!
Joseph takes a swing at Dixon's ribcage but misses.
Joseph slips under a jab.
Joseph lands a jab to Dixon's midsection.
Joseph lands with a shot to the body.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Dixon has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Joseph finds it's way round the side to connect with Dixon's head.
Joseph lands with a cross.
Joseph is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dixon.
Joseph fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dixon has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jihadi Joseph 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#
Joseph looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Joseph tests Dixon's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Joseph tries to work over Dixon's front leg with a kick but Dixon checks it.
Dixon drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Joseph defends it well.
Dixon connects with a crisp jab.
Dixon has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Dixon sizes up Joseph with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Joseph misses with a low kick.
Dixon misses with a hook
and Joseph counters with a stiff right hand.
Joseph uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dixon.
Joseph lands a glancing blow to the side of Dixon's head.
Joseph misses with a looping right.
Joseph misses with a body shot.
Joseph uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dixon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Dixon misses the target.
Dixon takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Joseph takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dixon scores with a body shot.
Joseph lands an overhand right.#T1#
Joseph throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Joseph throws a hook but Dixon blocks it.
Joseph lands an overhand right.
Dixon takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Dixon takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Joseph swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dixon lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Joseph circles away quickly and effectively.
Dixon misses with a wild combination.
Joseph looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Joseph lunges at Dixon with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dixon's hand.
Joseph throws a right and a left that Dixon avoids nicely.
Dixon now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Joseph uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dixon.
Joseph is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Joseph scores with the left hand. Dixon knows he should have avoided that one.
Joseph pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dixon is out of range and Joseph settles back down.
Dixon feints the counter takedown.
Darren Dixon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Joseph takes a swing at Dixon's ribcage but misses.
Dixon swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Joseph slips under a jab from Dixon.
A quick step to the side and Joseph tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A nice leg kick lands there from Joseph.
Dixon misses with a straight right.
Dixon connects with a crisp jab.
Joseph fails in his attempt to clinch.
A big left from Dixon misses. #CL#
Dixon tries to keep at a distance but Joseph has taken the fight into the clinch.
Joseph goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Joseph.
Dixon has Joseph pressed against the cage.
Joseph misses with a hook from the clinch.
Joseph tries to throw a body punch but Dixon avoids it by throwing Joseph back against the cage.
Dixon keeps control of Joseph as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Joseph can't find room to land a body shot as Dixon controls the action.
Jihadi Joseph is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Joseph tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dixon's elbow.
Joseph blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Joseph.
Dixon misses with a punch on the inside.
Dixon has had enough of the clinch but Joseph keeps him there for the moment.
Joseph lands a hook to the side of the head.
Joseph lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dixon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dixon throws a head punch that misses.
Joseph blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T4#
Dixon swings wildly with an uppercut but Joseph uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dixon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dixon lands a nice uppercut.
Joseph swings wildly with an uppercut but Dixon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dixon throws a head punch that misses.
Dixon lands a nice uppercut.
Joseph lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dixon working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Joseph blocking some punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dixon swings wildly with an uppercut but Joseph uses good head movement to avoid it.

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 Jihadi Joseph.
Well Joseph 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jihadi Joseph!
Jihadi Joseph seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: C244: Marciano vs Perkele
Date: Oct 29, 2023

#R1#
Laguera on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Laguera avoids the body shot from Dixon.
Laguera tries a head kick but it misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Laguera.
Laguera throws a sloppy head kick and Dixon moves out of range easily.
Laguera lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Laguera throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Laguera works Dixon's body with a nice hook.
Laguera throws a hook but Dixon avoids it easily.
Dixon is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Dixon fails to land with a series of punches.
Dixon throws a poor cross that misses
and Laguera counters with a straight right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dixon avoids the head kick by Laguera.
Laguera is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dixon.
Dixon is looking for the big counter here.
Laguera takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Laguera throws a right hand that misses
and Dixon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dixon.
Dixon lands with a right hand.
Nice defenses there by Dixon.#T1#
Laguera lands with a hook. Dixon tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Dixon ducks under a wild hook from Laguera.
Laguera throws a nice looking combination but Dixon bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Laguera misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Laguera avoids the body shot from Dixon.
Dixon takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Dixon moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Dixon throws a big shot that misses.
Dixon throws a right and a left that Laguera avoids nicely.
Dixon moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Dixon throws a body punch but Laguera moves out of range.
Laguera throws a big counter combination but Dixon scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Laguera thows a leg kick but Dixon checks it #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dixon fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Laguera is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at California Top Team that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Laguera tries to bench press Dixon off him but Dixon keeps the position. #SUB2#
Dixon looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T2#
Dixon gets to mount! Laguera was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Laguera is looking to get to half guard.
Dixon trying to control but Laguera is having none of it.
Dixon prevents Laguera from getting the reversal.#T3#
Laguera gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Laguera actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Laguera looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Laguera looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dixon missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Laguera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dixon pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Laguera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dixon pulls his head out easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dixon tries to stand but can't do so whilst Laguera controls his leg. #T4#
Dixon wants to take a breather but Laguera is having none of it. #SUB2#
Dixon 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.
Dixon not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Laguera looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Laguera looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Darren Dixon 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#
A head kick misses from Laguera.
Dixon scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Laguera showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dixon.
An attempted straight right counter from Laguera misses the target.
Dixon takes a swing at Laguera's ribcage but misses.
Dixon misses with a shot to the body
and Laguera counters with a straight right hand.
Dixon staying out of range there.
Dixon throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Laguera is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Laguera dips to his left and cracks Dixon with an uppercut!
Laguera throws a head kick but Dixon moves out of range.
Laguera throws a hook to the side of Dixon's head but Dixon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A punch combination from Laguera misses.
Dixon swings for the body but Laguera moves out of range.
Laguera works Dixon's body with a nice hook.
Alejandro Laguera is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Laguera jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Dixon blocks a head kick by Laguera.
Laguera lands with a nice combination. Dixon backs away looking to recover.
Laguera misses with a straight right.
Laguera missing with a left hand there. Dixon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dixon looks to land a combination but Laguera avoids it well.
Laguera throws a shot from downtown. Dixon moves away and avoids it.
Laguera misses with a straight right.
Laguera throws the left hand but Dixon avoids the punch easily.
And Dixon tries to counter it with a takedown but Laguera pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Laguera throws a head kick but Dixon moves out of range.
A left lands for Dixon.
Laguera just misses with a punch to the body.
Dixon looks to score with a jab to the body but Laguera is just out of range.
Dixon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd cheers as Laguera lands an impressive looking overhand right. Dixon doesn't seem phased though.
Dixon misses with a hook to the body
and Laguera counters with a nice uppercut.
Dixon is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Laguera rather than just go for the knockout.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Laguera scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dixon in his tracks.
Dixon lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Laguera throws a body punch but Dixon moves out of range.
Laguera throws an off balance right hand
and Dixon counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A jab from Dixon does it's job there.
Dixon rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Laguera counters with a stiff right hand.
Dixon digs a good hook to Laguera's body.
Dixon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It seemed like Dixon was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dixon dips to his left and cracks Laguera with an uppercut!
Dixon avoids the body shot from Laguera.
A big left from Laguera misses.
Dixon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Laguera uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dixon.
Dixon darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A jab from Laguera finds it's way through Dixon's defenses. #T3#
Laguera walks into a stiff left hand from Dixon.
Nice defenses there by Laguera.
Dixon slips under a jab.
Dixon blocks a jab.
Laguera connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Laguera jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dixon throws a good cross that connects.
A shot to the liver by Dixon. Beautiful body shot.
Laguera misses with a looping right.
Dixon scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#ROC2#Laguera is rocked!
Dixon blocks a head kick by Laguera.
Oh Laguera is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Dixon throws a body shot but no joy.
Laguera throws a right hand that misses
and Dixon counters with a nice uppercut.
Dixon throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dixon takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Dixon throws out a powerful jab.
Dixon looks to land a right hand but Laguera moved out of range.
Laguera slips under a jab from Dixon.
Laguera seems to have got his legs back now.
A shot to the liver by Laguera. Beautiful body shot.
Laguera misses with a hook.
Dixon rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Laguera moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Laguera is looking for a counter combo.
Laguera steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dixon.
Nice defenses there by Dixon.
Dixon works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Laguera scores with a jab to the body.
Laguera avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dixon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
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 Alejandro Laguera will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Laguera uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dixon.
Laguera uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dixon.
Laguera throws a right and a left that Dixon avoids nicely.
Dixon digs a good body shot into Laguera's ribs.
Dixon misses the shot to the body.
Laguera keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Laguera ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Laguera fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dixon manages to avoid it.
Laguera tries a head kick but it misses.
Dixon just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laguera thows a left - swing and a miss!
Laguera misses with a low kick.
Laguera ducks under a wild hook from Dixon.
Dixon throws a body shot but no joy.
Laguera with a nice calf kick.#T1#
Dixon throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Laguera counter with a right hand.
Dixon throws a body shot but no joy.
Laguera misses with a looping right.
Laguera misses with a looping left.
Laguera misses with a head kick.
Laguera throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dixon is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Laguera rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Laguera looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Dixon content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Laguera tries to roll over but Dixon keeps him under control.#T2##SUB2#
Dixon is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Laguera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dixon pulls his head out easily.
Laguera moves into full guard.
Dixon throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Laguera looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Laguera throws his legs up looking for a submission but Dixon uses it to pass to side control. #T3#
Dixon tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Laguera tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dixon is looking to take a break and control but Laguera is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Laguera parries the strikes from Dixon easily there. Dixon is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Laguera to escape. #SUB2#
Dixon is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Laguera has escaped the position, nice work there.
The strikes coming from Dixon are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Laguera is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Dixon is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Laguera slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Laguera looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Laguera looking for submissions off his back.
Dixon throwing shots but Laguera is blocking nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon is trying to control. Laguera wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Laguera looking for submissions off his back.
Dixon is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Laguera!

And that's the end of the fight!
Darren Dixon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Dixon 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Darren Dixon!

Event: C236: Hoost vs Lehto
Date: Oct 01, 2023

#R1#
Dixon throws a one two combo. #CUT2#It looks like Ibrahim Cuntmara has been cut.
Cuntmara rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dixon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dixon slips a straight right by Cuntmara.
Dixon throws a right hand that Cuntmara ducks under and follows up with a left that Cuntmara also avoids with ease.
Cuntmara throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Cuntmara misses with a looping right.
Cuntmara looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Cuntmara lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Dixon throws a body punch but Cuntmara moves out of range.
Cuntmara fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dixon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Cuntmara steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dixon.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cuntmara throws a sloppy head kick and Dixon moves out of range easily.
Dixon scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Cuntmara doesn't seem bothered though.
Cuntmara throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a single leg into guard. Cuntmara didn't expect that.

Cuntmara pushes Dixon off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Dixon lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Cuntmara at a distance.
A nice inside leg kick there by Cuntmara. That's going to slow Dixon down.
Cuntmara missing with a left hand there. Dixon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Cuntmara walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Cuntmara scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon swings for the body but Cuntmara moves out of range.
Dixon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dixon blocks a jab.
Dixon misses with an uppercut.
Cuntmara misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Dixon to counter with a crisp jab.
Cuntmara throws a jab but it's blocked by Dixon.
Dixon fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dixon gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cuntmara moves away.
Cuntmara has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Cuntmara there as he acknowledges the shot.
Cuntmara punishes Dixon's body with a nice straight punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dixon throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Cuntmara stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T2#
Cuntmara connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dixon's hands.
Nice body punch from Dixon.
Ibrahim Cuntmara seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dixon works Cuntmara's body with a nice hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Cuntmara misses the target.
Dixon looks to land a left hand but Cuntmara moved out of range nicely.
Cuntmara looks to land a right hand but Dixon moved out of range.
Cuntmara dodges the punch combination from Dixon.
Dixon fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Cuntmara scores with a leg kick.
Cuntmara lands with a straight right. Dixon didn't see that one coming.
Dixon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cuntmara.
A head kick misses from Cuntmara.
Dixon throws a lazy right hand but Cuntmara sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cuntmara lands with an uppercut that bounces Dixon off the cage and back into range.#T3#
Cuntmara takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
No joy there for Dixon, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Dixon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cuntmara.
Dixon tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Dixon throws a body shot but no joy.
Cuntmara throws a head kick that Dixon semi-blocks.
Cuntmara clobbers Dixon with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Dixon stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Cuntmara.
Dixon slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Cuntmara digs a good hook to Dixon's body.
A jab from Cuntmara does it's job there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cuntmara throws a body punch but Dixon moves out of range.
Dixon throws a looping overhand right but Cuntmara ducks down to avoid it.
Cuntmara gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dixon.
Cuntmara bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Dixon's head.
Dixon moves away from the strike by Cuntmara.
Cuntmara throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Dixon throws a good cross that connects.
Good shot there by Cuntmara.
Dixon misses with a series of wild punches.
Cuntmara throws a body punch but Dixon moves out of range.
Dixon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cuntmara throws out the jab.
Dixon feints the counter takedown.
Cuntmara is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Dixon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cuntmara was well out of range. Poor timing from Dixon.
Cuntmara is looking to counter punch.
Cuntmara sizes up Dixon with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Dixon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cuntmara.
Nice defenses there by Dixon.
Cuntmara misses with a two punch combination.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Dixon scores with a three punch combo! #ROC2#Cuntmara is rocked!
Dixon darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! Cuntmara's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Dixon before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Darren Dixon!
Ibrahim Cuntmara spoke after the fight, saying 'I blame The Stepdads for this defeat ,especially Alex K.'.

Event: C229: Dracul vs Kahn II
Date: Sep 10, 2023

#R1#
Matijevic swats away the attempt to clinch by Dixon.
A counter left hand to the body from Matijevic misses its target.
Dixon misses with a takedown attempt - Matijevic sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Dixon.
A lazy left from Dixon finds it's target.
Matijevic misses with a low kick.
Matijevic listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Darren Dixon has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Matijevic defends well and Dixon ends up having to push Matijevic into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Matijevic missing with a left hand there. Dixon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Darren Dixon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dixon fails to land with a series of punches.
Dixon looks for a takedown but Matijevic sprawls well.
Roko Matijevic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.#T1#
Matijevic misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Dixon counters with a stiff right hand.
Dixon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Matijevic.#CL2#
Dixon gets a clinch. #BC2#
Dixon pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Matijevic keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
We've been told by Matijevic's head coaches at DC Dragon Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Dixon fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Roko Matijevic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dixon moves in looking to clinch but Matijevic pushes him off.
Dixon tries for a takedown but Matijevic sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2#
Matijevic pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD2#
Dixon closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Dixon lands in his opponent's guard.
Dixon trying to control the position from guard on top but Matijevic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Matijevic is pulling down on Dixon's head. It's preventing any offense from Dixon, at least for the moment.
Dixon engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
Dixon postures up in Matijevic's guard and throws a big left but Matijevic blocks it.
Dixon with a flurry of punches that miss.
Matijevic pulls Dixon in close to his closed guard and prevents Dixon from doing any damage or advancing position.
Dixon is looking to work some ground and pound but Matijevic has wrist control.
Dixon engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Matijevic dodges the punch combination from Dixon. #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.
Dixon moves in looking to clinch but Matijevic pushes him off.
And Matijevic counters with a quick kick to the body but Dixon blocks it.
Matijevic ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#CL2#
Matijevic tries to keep at a distance but Dixon has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dixon is trying to pull guard but Matijevic has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Matijevic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dixon takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Matijevic pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dixon is out of range and Matijevic settles back down.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Matijevic.#CL2#
Dixon rushes Matijevic and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Matijevic tries to break free but Dixon pushes him back against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Darren Dixon's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Matijevic.
Dixon tries to clinch up but Matijevic circles away and keeps his distance.
Matijevic throws a body kick that misses.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but Matijevic shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A lazy body kick from Matijevic
and Dixon counters with a series of strikes. Matijevic will be more careful next time no doubt.
Matijevic looks to land a left hand but Dixon moved out of range nicely.
Dixon gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Matijevic counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon fails with a takedown attempt.
Roko Matijevic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dixon is defended easily by Matijevic.#T1#
Matijevic blocks a head kick by Dixon.
Dixon misses with a takedown attempt
and Matijevic counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dixon's knee momentarily.
Dixon pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dixon tries to clinch but Matijevic is having none of it.
The crowd cheers as Matijevic lands an impressive looking overhand right. Dixon doesn't seem phased though.
Matijevic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dixon.
Matijevic looks to land a body kick but Dixon moved away.
Dixon with the counter takedown but Matijevic avoids it easily.
Dixon will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Matijevic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL2#
Dixon closes the distance and pushes Matijevic back into the cage.#T2##BC#
Matijevic breaks from the clinch.
Dixon looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Matijevic is fending him off so far but Dixon persists. Nope, Matijevic circles away and we're back to standing.
Dixon moves away from the strike by Matijevic.
Dixon tries to clinch but Matijevic moves away
and Matijevic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dixon is looking to chop away at Matijevic's legs.
Matijevic jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Roko Matijevic is winning the standup battle so far.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dixon.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dixon or perhaps it was just good defense by Matijevic, which made it look bad.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dixon fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T3#
Dixon shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Matijevic as he jumps to the side.
Dixon has a takedown stuffed.
Matijevic with a nice cross.
Matijevic throws a low kick, looking for Dixon's leg but Dixon calmly moves out of range.
Dixon throws a sloppy head kick
and Matijevic counters with a huge left! Dixon is in big trouble! He's backing up but Matijevic isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Dixon from any more damage. A dominating finish by Matijevic!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Roko Matijevic!
Roko Matijevic thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: C215: Billabong vs Ji Woo III
Date: Jul 30, 2023

#R1#
Laguera throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but Laguera shows good takedown defense.
A looping hook to the body misses from Laguera. Dixon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dixon moves out of range of the strikes.
Laguera keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Alejandro Laguera seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Laguera looks to score with a jab to the body but Dixon is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon ducks under a wild hook from Laguera.
Dixon drops down looking for a counter takedown but Laguera sprawls and moves away.
Laguera stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Laguera misses the jab.
Dixon tries to counter with a takedown but Laguera is quick to defend against it.#T1#
Laguera misses with a body punch #TD#
and Dixon counters with a nice double leg into side control. Laguera won't be happy with that. #SUB#
Dixon is trying to get an arm triangle but Laguera is defending well.
Laguera wants to get back to his feet but Dixon drags him back down.#SUB#
Dixon tries for a kimura but Laguera is defending well.
Laguera prevents Dixon from improving position.
Laguera pushes Dixon away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Dixon gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#ES2#
Laguera throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Laguera looks to land a left hand but Dixon moved out of range nicely.
Laguera waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dixon.#T2#
Laguera waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dixon.
Dixon ducks under a wild hook from Laguera.
Laguera misses with a looping left.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dixon slips under a jab from Laguera.
Dixon half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A slow jab from Laguera misses its intended target.
Laguera connects with a jab.
Laguera lands an overhand right.
Laguera throws a hook but Dixon avoids it easily.
Dixon tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Laguera swivels and escapes.#T3#
Laguera looks to land a right hand but Dixon moved out of range.
Dixon staying out of range there.
Laguera clobbers Dixon with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Laguera thuds a left hand into Dixon's body.
Dixon fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Laguera avoids it really well and circles away.
Laguera throws an overhand right that lands on Dixon's shoulder, as Dixon tries to avoid the shot.
Dixon moves away from the strike by Laguera.
Dixon moves away from the strike by Laguera. #T4#
Laguera misses with a head kick.
Laguera looks to score with a jab to the body but Dixon is just out of range.
Dixon tries to counter with a takedown but Laguera is quick to defend against it.
Dixon blocks a head kick by Laguera.
Dixon attempts a counter takedown but Laguera avoids it well and moves away.
Dixon moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Laguera.
Laguera throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dixon stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A slow jab from Laguera misses its intended target.
Dixon feinted with a counter takedown.
Laguera fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dixon manages to avoid it.
Dixon misses with an uppercut. Laguera saw that one coming.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Laguera dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Laguera lands with a kick to the temple. Dixon shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Laguera jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dixon attempts a counter takedown but Laguera avoids it well and moves away.
Alejandro Laguera seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Laguera looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Laguera has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Laguera stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Laguera wants it to stay on the feet.
Dixon walks into a stiff left hand from Laguera.
Laguera fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dixon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Laguera misses with an uppercut.
Dixon feinted with a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Laguera.
Laguera throws a looping overhand right but Dixon ducks down to avoid it.
Dixon appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dixon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Laguera.#T1#
Laguera misses with a body shot.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Laguera.
Dixon showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Laguera.
Dixon feinted with a counter takedown.
Alejandro Laguera is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Laguera throws the left hand but Dixon avoids the punch easily.
Dixon changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The fighters circling - Laguera throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #TD#
Dixon shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Laguera is trying to stand up here but Dixon is controlling him well. #T2#
Dixon is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Dixon prevents Laguera from standing back up. #ES2#
Laguera makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
A big left from Laguera misses.
Dixon moves out of range as Laguera strikes.
Dixon feinted with a counter takedown.
Laguera tries a head kick but it misses.
Dixon feinted with a counter takedown.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dixon looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Laguera shapes to counter with a head kick.#T3#
A jab from Laguera misses.
Dixon feinted with a counter takedown.
Dixon defending well as Laguera loads up on a big left hand.
Dixon takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dixon avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Laguera slaps away a takedown attempt from Dixon, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dixon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dixon half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Laguera connects with a body shot.
No joy there for Laguera, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Dixon drops down looking for a counter takedown but Laguera sprawls and moves away.#T4#
Laguera looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Laguera throws a series of punches but Dixon moves out of range.
Dixon staying out of range there.
Laguera lands a really nice looking cross but Dixon seems unphased.
Laguera connects with a nice looking jab.
Dixon tries for a takedown but Laguera sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Laguera throws an overhand right that lands on Dixon's shoulder, as Dixon tries to avoid the shot.
Laguera throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Laguera scores with a punch to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Laguera showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Dixon slips under a jab.
Laguera ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Laguera ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
Dixon attempts a counter takedown but Laguera avoids it well and moves away.
Laguera swings for the body but Dixon moves out of range.
Dixon feinted with a counter takedown.
Nice defenses there by Dixon.
Dixon attempts a counter takedown but Laguera avoids it well and moves away.
Laguera missing with a left hand there. Dixon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Laguera throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laguera scores with a jab to the head.
Nice sprawl there from Laguera as Dixon shoots in.
Dixon misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T1#
Laguera misses with a low kick.
Dixon drops down looking for a counter takedown but Laguera sprawls and moves away.
Dixon takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Dixon ducks under a wild hook from Laguera.
Laguera swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dixon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Laguera.
Laguera defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dixon.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Laguera lands with an overhand left.
Darren Dixon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Dixon misses the jab.
Dixon on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Laguera throws a lazy right hand but Dixon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dixon checks a low kick from Laguera.
Dixon fails with a takedown attempt.
Dixon shoots and misses
and Laguera counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Laguera throws a jab but it's blocked by Dixon. #T3#
Dixon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Laguera.
Dixon slips a straight right by Laguera.
Laguera connects with a jab.
Laguera throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Dixon counters with a takedown into side control.
Laguera pushes Dixon away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Dixon gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Alejandro Laguera has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Dixon is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Laguera has escaped the position, nice work there.
Dixon controlling from side mount. #T4#
Laguera is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Dixon is controlling him well.
Dixon throws an elbow but Laguera slips to the side and avoids it well.
Laguera wants to get back to his feet but Dixon drags him back down.
Laguera dodges the ground and pound from Dixon.
Laguera tries to escape but Dixon is in control.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Dixon tries to move to mount but Laguera blocks the move with his legs.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon prevents Laguera from escaping the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Laguera throws a jab when Dixon was well out of range.
Dixon drops down looking for a counter takedown but Laguera sprawls and moves away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alejandro Laguera comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Laguera 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 Eliza Hachem scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alejandro Laguera!

Event: C208: McWrestler vs Kronos II
Date: Jul 09, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Dos Anjos moves into range and clinches up with Dixon.
A shot in the inside from Dixon.
Dos Anjos lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dixon backwards.
Dos Anjos tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dixon's elbow. #TD#
Dixon drags the fight down to the ground.
Dos Anjos stopping the sweep attempt from Dixon.
Dos Anjos trying to control the position from guard on top but Dixon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dos Anjos tries to free his leg and advance position but Dixon is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Dixon looking for a guillotine here but Dos Anjos defends easily.
Dos Anjos pushing down on Dixon's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB#
Dixon looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
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.#T1#
Dos Anjos wants to free his trapped foot but Dixon is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Dixon is defending against the submission attempts here by Dos Anjos.
Dixon gets back to full guard.
Dos Anjos stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dixon swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Dixon looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dixon manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dos Anjos manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Dixon is posturing up here but Dos Anjos has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Dixon tries to roll out but it's too tight and Dixon has to tap! Slick submission there by Dos Anjos!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ademaro Dos Anjos!
Ademaro Dos Anjos seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: C200: Kahn vs Titus
Date: Jun 11, 2023

#R1#
Dixon takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Dixon defending well as Six Nine loads up on a big left hand.
Dixon attempts a counter takedown but Six Nine avoids it well and moves away.
A good leg kick by Six Nine .
Dixon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Six Nine .
Six Nine tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dixon was well out of range. Poor timing from Six Nine .
Six Nine throws a lazy right hand but Dixon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dixon tries to counter with a takedown but Six Nine is quick to defend against it.
Dixon with a nice cross.
Six Nine works the jab nicely.
Six Nine missing with a left hand there. Dixon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Six Nine looks to land a left hand but Dixon moved out of range nicely.
Six Nine has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Six Nine misses with a leg kick. #TD#
Dixon 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.
Dixon engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Dixon tries to free his leg and advance position but Six Nine is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Dixon drops back looking for a leg! Six Nine is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Six Nine manages to kick Dixon off! Dixon jumps back into Six Nine 's guard.
Six Nine keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
Dixon wants to pass the guard but Six Nine is keeping the position.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Six Nine has his hands on Dixon's head, controlling the position.
Dixon trying to control but Six Nine is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Six Nine lands a head shot.
Tekashi Six Nine seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Six Nine misses with a wild combination.
Six Nine scores with a shot to the body. #T3#
Dixon misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nice body punch from Six Nine .
Six Nine throws a push kick but Dixon slaps the foot to one side.
Six Nine misses with a body shot.
Dixon shoots in looking for a takedown but Six Nine manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dixon's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Six Nine fails to land with a series of punches.
Dixon attempts a counter takedown but Six Nine avoids it well and moves away.#TD#
Dixon scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB#
Dixon tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Six Nine manages to work his way to half guard, despite Dixon's best efforts.#T4##SUB#
Dixon wants to work for an arm triangle but Six Nine is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Six Nine is concentrating on defense, preventing Dixon from advancing position.
Dixon is keen to just control but Six Nine is a slippery customer.
Six Nine wants to improve his position but Dixon is controlling well.
Dixon tries to pass the half guard into mount. Six Nine knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon is trying to control. Six Nine wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tekashi Six Nine dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Six Nine swings for the body but Dixon moves out of range.
Dixon blocks a low kick nicely.
Six Nine attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Six Nine throws a leg kick #TD#
and Dixon counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dixon.
Dixon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Six Nine is keeping the position for now.
Six Nine wants to stand and escape but Dixon is having none of it.
Six Nine wants to sweep here but Dixon controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Six Nine keeping full guard, as Dixon tries to pass.
Dixon trying to control but Six Nine is working from the bottom. #T1#
Six Nine trying to control the position here.
Six Nine 's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Dixon trying to control the position from guard on top but Six Nine is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Six Nine .
Dixon feinted with a counter takedown.
Six Nine connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Six Nine swings for the body but Dixon moves out of range.
Dixon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Six Nine .#T2#
Six Nine connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dixon momentarily.
Six Nine with a hook.
Six Nine lands a lovely overhand right.
Six Nine throws a leg kick #TD#
and Dixon counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Dixon controlling the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Six Nine tries to get to full guard but Dixon has control of the leg.
Dixon is pressing down on Six Nine 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Six Nine is holding on for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#T3#
Six Nine wants to improve his position but Dixon is controlling well.
Six Nine has his hands clasped together around Dixon's back. He's all about the action.
Dixon trying to mount his opponent but Six Nine defends it.
Dixon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Six Nine keeps working. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Six Nine trying to control here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Six Nine misses with a wild body shot.
Dixon has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Six Nine .
A big right from Six Nine misses.
Dixon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Six Nine throws out the jab.
Six Nine moves out of range of the strikes.
Dixon takes one to the side of the head.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Six Nine .
Dixon changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Six Nine .
A big left from Six Nine misses.
Dixon drops down looking for a counter takedown but Six Nine sprawls and moves away.
Tekashi Six Nine seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dixon misses the shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tekashi Six Nine showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Six Nine scores with a leg kick.
Six Nine lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Six Nine tries to clinch but Dixon is having none of it.
Six Nine lands an overhand right.
Six Nine with a body punch. A glancing blow. #TD#
Dixon shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Dixon trying to mount his opponent but Six Nine defends it.
Six Nine wants to control but Dixon is keeping busy. #T1#
Six Nine looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB#
Dixon is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Dixon looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Darren Dixon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dixon stalling.
Six Nine is not content to let Dixon control the position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Six Nine throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Six Nine misses with a wild body shot.
Dixon fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nice takedown defense from Six Nine . No joy for Dixon on that attempt. #T3#
Six Nine throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Dixon counters with a takedown into side control.
Six Nine manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Six Nine tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Dixon. #SUB#
Dixon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Six Nine pulls his head out easily.
Tekashi Six Nine is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Dixon trying to hold on to Six Nine 's head to control him but Six Nine postures up.
Six Nine takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Dixon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Six Nine pulls his head out easily.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Six Nine in particular looking to stall.#T4##SU2#
Six Nine decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Dixon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Six Nine .
Six Nine lands a head shot.
Dixon moves forwards but Six Nine connects with a nice, crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Six Nine throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A slapping leg kick lands for Six Nine .
Good exchange - Six Nine coming out on top.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Six Nine lands a nice shot to the body.
Six Nine dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Dixon. That did some damage!
Six Nine lands a nice looking body kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tekashi Six Nine comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Six Nine 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tekashi Six Nine !
A very excited looking Tekashi Six Nine 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: C196: Bonaparte vs Rader
Date: May 28, 2023

#R1#
Dixon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Xiaodong sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dixon somewhat.
Xiaodong tried to counter with a leg kick but Dixon avoided it.
Dixon fails with the takedown
and Xiaodong counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Xiaodong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
Dixon shoots in but no luck this time.
Li Xiaodong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Xiaodong throws a leg kick but Dixon checks it.
Dixon dives in and grabs Xiaodong's left leg, looking for a takedown. Xiaodong pushes down on Dixon's head and hops out.
Xiaodong lands a jab-cross combination.
Li Xiaodong 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.
The fighters circling - Xiaodong throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Xiaodong throws a quick inside leg kick.
Xiaodong throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dixon with the counter takedown but Xiaodong avoids it easily.
Xiaodong lands the left hand.
Xiaodong fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dixon has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1#
Dixon slips under a jab.
Dixon slips under a jab from Xiaodong.
Dixon is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A chopping leg kick lands by Xiaodong.
Xiaodong loads up on a big right hand but Dixon slips the punch.
Dixon drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Xiaodong defends it well.
Xiaodong loads up on a big right hand but Dixon slips the punch.
Xiaodong drops his hands momentarily and Dixon takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Dixon moves out of range of the strikes.
Xiaodong scores with the left hand. Dixon knows he should have avoided that one.
Dixon defending well as Xiaodong loads up on a big left hand.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Xiaodong.
Dixon tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Xiaodong lands a right hook to the body.
Xiaodong misses with a straight left.
Li Xiaodong is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Xiaodong stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Xiaodong wants it to stay on the feet.
Xiaodong is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Xiaodong misses with a low kick as Dixon jumps back.#T2#
Xiaodong connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dixon momentarily.
Dixon takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase 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!#TD2#
Dixon is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Xiaodong's half guard.
Xiaodong is concentrating on defense, preventing Dixon from advancing position.
Dixon looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Xiaodong wants to improve his position but Dixon is controlling well. #SUB2#
Dixon 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.
Dixon takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T3#
Xiaodong is positioning himself well to prevent Dixon advancing to mount.
Dixon is trying to control the action in half guard but Xiaodong is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Xiaodong tries to roll over but Dixon keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Dixon is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Dixon trying to control the action but Xiaodong is working from the bottom.
Dixon tries to pass to full mount but Xiaodong defends it. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Xiaodong is refusing to be controlled, as Dixon sits in half guard.
Xiaodong is trying to get back to full guard.
Xiaodong keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Dixon works his foot free and advances to mount.
Dixon tries to control but Xiaodong wriggling away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Xiaodong wants to hold on but Dixon pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Li Xiaodong dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL#
Xiaodong takes the fight into the clinch.
Dixon is trying to pull guard but Xiaodong turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Dixon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Xiaodong's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dixon.
Dixon misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Xiaodong breaks from the clinch.
Xiaodong cracks Dixon with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Xiaodong tries to clinch up.
Xiaodong leaves Dixon with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Dixon checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Xiaodong swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Xiaodong throws a body punch but Dixon moves out of range.
Dixon with the counter takedown but Xiaodong avoids it easily.
Xiaodong throws a hook but Dixon avoids it easily.
Dixon has a takedown stuffed.
Li Xiaodong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.#T1#
Dixon moves out of range as Xiaodong strikes.
Dixon drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Xiaodong defends it well.
Xiaodong misses with a looping left.
Dixon with the counter takedown but Xiaodong avoids it easily.
Xiaodong lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Dixon gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Dixon avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dixon changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A slow jab from Xiaodong misses its intended target.
A bone on bone clash there as Dixon blocks the leg kick.
Xiaodong fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dixon with the counter takedown but Xiaodong avoids it easily.
Dixon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dixon with the counter takedown but Xiaodong avoids it easily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Xiaodong, as that shot connected.
Xiaodong looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Xiaodong looks to score with a jab to the body but Dixon is just out of range.
Dixon checks a leg kick. #T2#
Xiaodong scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Xiaodong attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Xiaodong with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Xiaodong is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dixon can do to turn this around?
Xiaodong misses with a low kick.
Dixon is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Xiaodong looks to throw the jab but Dixon is out of range.
Xiaodong throws a lazy right hand but Dixon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dixon tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Dixon avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dixon shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Xiaodong as he avoids it easily.
Xiaodong tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dixon was well out of range. Poor timing from Xiaodong.
Xiaodong lands a glancing blow to the side of Dixon's head.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Xiaodong as he jumps to the side.
Nice shot by Xiaodong.#T3##TD2#
Dixon closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Xiaodong quickly recovers to half guard.
Dixon prevents Xiaodong from improving his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Xiaodong is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Dixon is looking to stall here but Xiaodong recovers full guard.
Xiaodong keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
Dixon pushing down on Xiaodong's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Xiaodong is looking to control Dixon's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Xiaodong avoid being mounted?#T4#
Xiaodong is looking to improve his position.
Xiaodong won't allow Dixon to pass to mount.
Dixon keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Dixon wants to pass to mount but Xiaodong is defending the position.
Dixon wants to control but Xiaodong is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Dixon is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Dixon wants to free his trapped foot but Xiaodong is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Xiaodong 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.

Li Xiaodong dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Xiaodong takes a swing at Dixon's ribcage but misses.
And Dixon tries to counter it with a takedown but Xiaodong pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A looping hook to the body misses from Xiaodong. Dixon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dixon's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Xiaodong connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dixon scrambles back to his feet.
Dixon checks a leg kick nicely.
Dixon is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Xiaodong.
Dixon feints the counter takedown.
Xiaodong throws a nice outside leg kick.
A jab from Xiaodong does it's job there.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Xiaodong misses with a straight right.
Dixon changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Xiaodong.
Xiaodong is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dixon drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Xiaodong defends it well.
Xiaodong misses with a looping right.
Xiaodong pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And Dixon tries to counter it with a takedown but Xiaodong pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T1#
Xiaodong paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Good shot there by Xiaodong.
Xiaodong fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Dixon checks it well.
Dixon moves away from the strike by Xiaodong.
Dixon is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Xiaodong.
Dixon tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Dixon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Xiaodong.
Xiaodong tries to clinch but Dixon is having none of it.
Xiaodong misses with a straight right.
Dixon drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Xiaodong defends it well.
Xiaodong misses the shot to the body.
Dixon takes one to the side of the head.
Xiaodong lands a jab to the head.
Xiaodong misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a takedown into side control. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Xiaodong tries to improve position but can't.
Xiaodong stops Dixon from passing to mount.
Darren Dixon has got the better of the ground game so far.
Xiaodong is trying to control Dixon's posture but Dixon avoids it.
Dixon tries to advance to mount but Xiaodong denies him.
Xiaodong tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dixon wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Dixon wants to control but Xiaodong is keeping him busy. #T3##SUB2#
Dixon is trying to get an arm triangle but Xiaodong is defending well.
Xiaodong manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Dixon works his foot free and advances to mount.
Xiaodong is wriggling around trying to escape.
Dixon wants to take Xiaodong's back here but Xiaodong is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Xiaodong is looking to improve his position but Dixon isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB2#
Dixon is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Xiaodong to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Xiaodong shrugs it off. #T4#
Dixon looking to control but Xiaodong is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Xiaodong tries to hold on but Dixon postures up.
Xiaodong wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Xiaodong is really stuck here.
Xiaodong is working hard here to advance position.
Xiaodong looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Xiaodong tries to escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Li Xiaodong did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R4#
Dixon slips under a jab from Xiaodong.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Xiaodong as he avoids it easily.
Xiaodong throws an overhand right that lands on Dixon's shoulder, as Dixon tries to avoid the shot. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
I was talking to Xiaodong's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Xiaodong lands a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Xiaodong.
Dixon lands with a short punch from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Xiaodong.
A body shot lands from Dixon.
Xiaodong lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dixon backwards.
Dixon is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Xiaodong pulls him back up using the underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Xiaodong lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dixon backwards.
Nice body punch from Dixon. #TD2#
Dixon wants the takedown. Xiaodong is fighting it off but Dixon persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Xiaodong's guard against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Xiaodong looking to control.
Dixon wants to control from the top but Xiaodong keeps moving. #T1##SUB2#
Dixon is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Xiaodong is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Xiaodong has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SU#
Xiaodong stands up and waves to Dixon to follow him.
Xiaodong lands with a nice body punch.
Xiaodong jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Xiaodong loads up on a big right hand but Dixon slips the punch.
Dixon changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#CL#
Xiaodong has taken the fight to the clinch.
Xiaodong swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T2#
Dixon blocks an uppercut.
Good body shot from Dixon.
Xiaodong is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Li Xiaodong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Dixon works on Xiaodong's body with a couple of short punches.
Dixon can't get the takedown.
Xiaodong lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dixon backwards.
Dixon looking for a takedown.
Xiaodong misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dixon swings wildly with an uppercut but Xiaodong uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dixon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dixon jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Xiaodong walks away with a smile on his face. Dixon gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Xiaodong throws the left hand but Dixon avoids the punch easily.#TD2#
Dixon shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Xiaodong tries to get to full guard but Dixon has control of the leg. #T3#
Dixon passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Xiaodong!
Dixon controlling his opponent.
Dixon tries to control but Xiaodong wriggling away.
Xiaodong tries to hold on but Dixon pushes him away.
Xiaodong is desperately trying to improve his position but Dixon has a good base and remains in mount.
Xiaodong tries to lock up and control but Dixon gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T4##SUB2#
Dixon has control of Xiaodong's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Xiaodong regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Dixon controlling the position easily from mount.
Xiaodong is trying desperately to improve position.
Dixon looking to control and managing it successfully.
Xiaodong tries to lock up and control but Dixon gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Li Xiaodong will probably get the nod.
That's time! Xiaodong's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5##TD2#
Dixon shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Xiaodong manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Xiaodong is controlling Dixon's posture.
Dixon looking to pass the guard.
Dixon keeps trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Xiaodong looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Xiaodong has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Dixon controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Dixon works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Xiaodong is positioning himself well to prevent Dixon advancing to mount.
Xiaodong is looking for a sweep. Dixon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dixon wants to pass to mount but Xiaodong is defending the position.
Dixon trying to control the action but Xiaodong is working from the bottom.
Darren Dixon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dixon has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB2#
Dixon goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Xiaodong is on top in guard.
Dixon looking for a sweep. Not yet Dixon, not yet.
Xiaodong wants to stand but Dixon has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB2#
Dixon is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Xiaodong is aware though and is defending well.#T3##SUB2#
Dixon looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Xiaodong tries to free his leg and advance position but Dixon is retaining full guard. #SU#
Xiaodong stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Xiaodong connects with a body shot that sends Dixon's belly button to the back.
A chopping leg kick lands by Xiaodong.
The fight stays on the outside here - Xiaodong looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Xiaodong misses with a straight left.
Xiaodong is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Xiaodong lands with a nice body punch.
Xiaodong works the jab nicely.#T4#
Xiaodong scores with a jab.
Xiaodong cracks Dixon with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Dixon throws a hook but Xiaodong avoids it easily.
Dixon dives in for a single leg takedown but Xiaodong sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Xiaodong fires out a quick counter leg kick but Dixon just manages to avoid it.
Xiaodong tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dixon was well out of range. Poor timing from Xiaodong.
Dixon tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Xiaodong defends well and Dixon ends up having to push Xiaodong into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Dixon is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Xiaodong fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Xiaodong with a nice calf kick.
Xiaodong connects with a good right hand that stumbles Dixon. Dixon circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Xiaodong.
Dixon has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Dixon tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Li Xiaodong is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Xiaodong throws the left hand but Dixon avoids the punch easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Li Xiaodong showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Xiaodong, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 50:45
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 50:45
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 50:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Li Xiaodong!
Li Xiaodong retains his featherweight title!
A very excited looking Li Xiaodong 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: C192: Jones vs Rader
Date: May 14, 2023

#R1#
Dixon staying out of range there.
Apollo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dixon.
Dixon walks into a jab.
Dixon fails to land the takedown.
Lindsay Apollo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A low kick lands for Apollo.
Apollo throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dixon on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Apollo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL2#
Dixon tries to keep at a distance but Apollo has taken the fight into the clinch.
Apollo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Apollo misses with a body punch. #T1#
Dixon looking for a takedown.
Apollo struggles to land a body shot inside as Dixon controls his hands.
A right hand to the body from Apollo.
A short right from Dixon on the inside.
Apollo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dixon lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Apollo is working Dixon over against the cage.
Apollo prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Apollo tries to work over Dixon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Apollo breaks from the clinch.
Dixon moves out of range of the strikes.
Dixon appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dixon closes the distance and clinches up with Apollo, looking for a takedown. Dixon pushes Apollo against the cage but Apollo circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Apollo misses the shot to the body.
Dixon on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Apollo. Apollo obviously looking to wear him down.
Apollo misses with a straight right.
Dixon feinted with a counter takedown.
Dixon ducks under a wild hook from Apollo.#T2#
Apollo jabs Dixon right on the nose. Dixon blinks but takes it well.#TD#
Dixon gets a takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Apollo wants to improve his position but Dixon is controlling well.
Apollo is trying to control but can't.
Dixon prevents Apollo from improving his position.
Dixon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Apollo keeps working.
Apollo trying to hold on to Dixon's head to control him but Dixon postures up.
Apollo is staying active underneath Dixon, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T3#
Dixon is looking to stall here but Apollo recovers full guard.
Dixon is stalling in the full guard.
Apollo looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Apollo is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Apollo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dixon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Apollo is keeping the position for now.
Dixon advances position into side control!#T4#
Apollo is trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Apollo keeps trying to improve his position.
Apollo is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Dixon off and has taken his back!
Apollo tries to get the hooks in deep but Dixon pushed the leg off. #SUB2#
Apollo looking to break Dixon's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Dixon remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Apollo will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Apollo is looking for the choke from the back position but Dixon is controlling his hands well.
Dixon tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Dixon is trying desperately to improve position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lindsay Apollo dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD#
Dixon drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Dixon trying to control but Apollo is working from the bottom.
Dixon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Apollo is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Apollo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Apollo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Apollo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Apollo wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Apollo looking to control.
Dixon controlling from the top position.
Dixon wants to control from the top but Apollo keeps moving. #SUB2#
Apollo looking for a guillotine here but Dixon defends easily.
Apollo 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.
Apollo keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Dixon got a little sloppy there for a moment and Apollo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dixon has managed to get both his arms back between Apollo's legs - danger averted.
Apollo trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Apollo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Apollo trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Apollo looking to land some kicks to the body here. #TD#
Dixon fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Apollo to the ground. Dixon is now in Apollo's guard.#T3#
Dixon wants to control from the top but Apollo keeps moving. #SUB2#
Dixon got a little sloppy there for a moment and Apollo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dixon has managed to get both his arms back between Apollo's legs - danger averted.
Dixon trying to control the position from guard on top but Apollo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dixon's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Apollo can't keep his opponent in guard - Dixon advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Dixon wants to work for an arm triangle but Apollo is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Apollo is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Apollo moves into full guard.
Dixon trying to control but Apollo is working from the bottom.
Dixon slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Apollo is looking for a sweep.
Apollo regains half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Apollo tries to get to full guard but Dixon has control of the leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Apollo is pressing down on Dixon's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Dixon drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Dixon.
Dixon advances to full mount. #SUB#
Dixon has control of Apollo's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Apollo regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Apollo regains half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Apollo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dixon pulls his head out easily. #T1#
Apollo trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Dixon is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Apollo has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dixon trying to control the action but Apollo is working from the bottom.
Apollo is looking to get back to full guard here but Dixon has managed to pass to side control instead.
Apollo is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Dixon wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Apollo, who protects the arm well.
Dixon trying to control the position but Apollo is working away. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Apollo sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Dixon sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Apollo is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dixon's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dixon's back!
Dixon tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Apollo controlling from the full mount.
Dixon tries to hold on but Apollo pushes him away.
Dixon can't escape 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.#T3#
Apollo wants to control the pace but Dixon is squirming around nicely.
Dixon is trying desperately to improve position.
Dixon manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Apollo is pressing down on Dixon's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dixon is holding on for now.
Dixon wants to improve his position but Apollo is controlling well.
Dixon trying to control but Apollo postures up.
Dixon is pressing down on Apollo's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4##SUB#
Dixon is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Apollo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dixon swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dixon trying to control the position.
Apollo stopping the sweep attempt from Dixon.
Apollo trying to control the position from guard on top but Dixon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dixon is trying to keep Apollo in close. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.

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 Edson Gomes scores the fight 29:28
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Darren Dixon!
Darren Dixon 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: SYN 980 Olsen vs. Maluga III
Date: May 03, 2023

#R1#
Duvernay throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dixon.
Dixon wants to control from the top but Duvernay keeps moving.
Dixon won't allow Duvernay to get back to his feet.
Duvernay looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dixon is one step ahead there.
Dixon trying to control the position from guard on top but Duvernay is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon prevents Duvernay from getting back to his feet.
Dixon is fighting to break Duvernay's control of his arms but Duvernay is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T1#
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Duvernay swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Duvernay looks to land a right hand but Dixon moved out of range.
Duvernay misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a shoot takedown. Duvernay fights it but they end up in guard.

Duvernay is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Duvernay is pressed up against the cage. Dixon has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Duvernay down to the mat. Duvernay avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Evan Duvernay seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Duvernay ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Duvernay throws a jab but it's blocked by Dixon.
A slow jab from Duvernay misses its intended target.
Duvernay scores with a punch to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Duvernay throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a shoot takedown. Duvernay fights it but they end up in guard.
Dixon tries to free his leg and advance position but Duvernay is retaining full guard. #T2#
Dixon trying to control the position from guard on top but Duvernay is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Duvernay can't keep his opponent in guard - Dixon advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #ES#
Duvernay manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Duvernay throws a nice looking combination but Dixon bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dixon with the counter takedown but Duvernay avoids it easily.
Duvernay throws a big shot that misses.
Duvernay misses with a hook. Dixon ducked under it nicely.
Dixon checks a leg kick nicely.
Dixon shoots in looking for a takedown. Duvernay tries to sprawl out of it but Dixon keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Duvernay manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T3#
Duvernay is looking to slow Dixon down with leg kicks.
Duvernay misses with a hook.
Dixon is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Good leg kick by Duvernay.
Dixon cracks Duvernay with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Duvernay throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Dixon decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Duvernay's guard.
Dixon looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dixon is looking to advance position but Duvernay has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR##T4##SU#
Duvernay stands up from mount. Strange move.
Dixon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
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!
Dixon takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Evan Duvernay is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Duvernay lands a jab to Dixon's midsection.
Duvernay slips a jab from Dixon.
Duvernay looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Duvernay tries to work over Dixon's front leg with a kick but Dixon checks it.
Dixon is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Donk. Duvernay catches Dixon right on the button with a cross.
Dixon takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Duvernay misses with an uppercut. Dixon saw that one coming.
Duvernay looks to score with a jab to the body but Dixon is just out of range.
Duvernay throws an overhand right that lands on Dixon's shoulder, as Dixon tries to avoid the shot.
Dixon shoots in for a double leg but Duvernay sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Duvernay is looking to counter punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Duvernay dominated that round.
That's time! Duvernay's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Duvernay throwing a counter right hand but Dixon manages to avoid it.
Decent striking displayed by Duvernay there.
Duvernay lands a nice shot that snaps Dixon's head back.
Evan Duvernay is winning the standup battle so far.
A big left from Duvernay misses.
Dixon with the counter takedown but Duvernay avoids it easily.
Duvernay with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Duvernay looks to score with a jab to the body but Dixon is just out of range.
Duvernay throws a body punch but Dixon moves out of range.
Dixon drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Duvernay defends it well.
Duvernay throws a jab but it's blocked by Dixon.
And Dixon tries to counter it with a takedown but Duvernay pushes his down on his head and steps out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Duvernay connects with a jab.
Duvernay takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Duvernay scores with a jab to the body.
Duvernay is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dixon can do to turn this around?#T1#
Duvernay looks to score with a jab to the body but Dixon is just out of range.
Dixon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dixon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Duvernay sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dixon somewhat.
Evan Duvernay has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Duvernay lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Duvernay looks to score with a jab to the body but Dixon is just out of range.
Dixon tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Dixon ducks under a wild hook from Duvernay.
Dixon tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
The fighters circling - Duvernay throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Duvernay with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T2#
Dixon checks a low kick from Duvernay.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Duvernay misses with a straight left.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but Duvernay shows good takedown defense.
Duvernay punishes Dixon's body with a nice straight punch.
Duvernay throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And Dixon tries to counter it with a takedown but Duvernay pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Dixon avoids a punch combination nicely.
Duvernay missing with a left hand there. Dixon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dixon fails with a takedown attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Duvernay. Dixon does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Dixon doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Duvernay counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Duvernay cracks Dixon with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A big right from Duvernay misses.
Duvernay throws a lazy right hand but Dixon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dixon keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Duvernay misses with a wild body shot.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dixon is defended easily by Duvernay.
Dixon dives in and grabs Duvernay's left leg, looking for a takedown. Duvernay pushes down on Dixon's head and hops out.
Duvernay is looking to counter punch.
Nice defenses there by Dixon.
Dixon drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Duvernay defends it well.#T4#
Duvernay throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Duvernay throws a hook but Dixon avoids it easily.
Dixon drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Duvernay defends it well.
Duvernay with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Duvernay cracks a nice hook into Dixon's ribs.
Dixon dives in and grabs Duvernay's left leg, looking for a takedown. Duvernay pushes down on Dixon's head and hops out.
Duvernay throwing a counter right hand but Dixon manages to avoid it.
Dixon fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Duvernay looks to land a right hand but Dixon moved out of range.
Duvernay lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Duvernay wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Duvernay ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
Dixon changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A jab from Duvernay misses.
Dixon drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Duvernay defends it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Duvernay dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Dixon avoids the body shot from Duvernay.
Duvernay takes a swing at Dixon's ribcage but misses.
Dixon changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Dixon doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Duvernay counters with a left to the body.
Duvernay loads up on a big right hand but Dixon slips the punch.
Duvernay scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Duvernay jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jab, jab by Dixon - just one landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Duvernay scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Duvernay looks to throw the jab but Dixon is out of range.
Dixon changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
The crowd cheers as Duvernay lands an impressive looking overhand right. Dixon doesn't seem phased though.
Duvernay lands a nice hook to Dixon's body. Dixon takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
Duvernay uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dixon.
Dixon staying out of range there.
Dixon misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Duvernay with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Duvernay throws a body punch but Dixon moves out of range.
Dixon goes for a double leg but Duvernay avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Duvernay continues to drive forward.
Evan Duvernay has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Duvernay misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dixon.
Dixon blocks a jab.
Duvernay connects with a body shot.
Dixon takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T2#
Duvernay tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dixon was well out of range. Poor timing from Duvernay.
Duvernay waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dixon.
Dixon feints the counter takedown.
Dixon ducks under a wild hook from Duvernay.
Dixon feints the counter takedown.
Duvernay connects with a right hand. Dixon shakes it off.
Dixon changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Duvernay tries to avoid it but Dixon manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Duvernay to the ground. Duvernay escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Duvernay ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
Dixon drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Duvernay defends it well.
Duvernay swings for the body but Dixon moves out of range.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Duvernay.
Dixon with the counter takedown but Duvernay avoids it easily.
Dixon takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Duvernay waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dixon.
Dixon drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Duvernay defends it well.#TD2#
Dixon shoots in for a takedown and gets it.

Duvernay pushes Dixon off and gets back to his feet.#T3#
Dixon walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Dixon shoots for a double leg takedown but Duvernay sprawls well. He's pushed Dixon's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Duvernay misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dixon.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Duvernay.
A good leg kick by Duvernay.
Duvernay scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Duvernay throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a single leg into guard. Duvernay didn't expect that.

The fighters are working up against the cage. Duvernay manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dixon creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dixon scores with a nice hook to the head.
Dixon tries to throw a body punch but Duvernay avoids it by throwing Dixon back against the cage.
Duvernay stops a takedown attempt from Dixon.
Duvernay tries to break free but Dixon pushes him back against the cage.
Duvernay scores with a shoulder strike.
Duvernay throws an elbow that misses.
Duvernay makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Dixon misses with the head strike.
Dixon takes an elbow to the temple. #BC#
Duvernay breaks from the clinch.
Duvernay jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Duvernay throws an overhand right that lands on Dixon's shoulder, as Dixon tries to avoid the shot.
Duvernay scores with a punch to the head.
Dixon fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A jab from Duvernay misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Duvernay clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Dixon fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Dixon misses with a takedown
and Duvernay counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD2#
Dixon shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB2#
Dixon 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. Duvernay tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Dixon!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Darren Dixon!
Darren Dixon bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: C182: Dixon vs Collins
Date: Apr 09, 2023

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Dixon closes the distance and clinches up with Collins, looking for a takedown. Dixon pushes Collins against the cage but Collins circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Collins takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Collins sprawls well. Collins wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dixon gets slowly back to his feet.
Collins is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Collins avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Dixon dives in and grabs Collins's left leg, looking for a takedown. Collins pushes down on Dixon's head and hops out.
Collins slaps away a takedown attempt from Dixon, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A countering left hand to the body from Collins misses.
Dixon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Collins sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dixon somewhat.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Collins keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Collins throws out a counter right but Dixon avoids it with no problem.
Dixon misses with a wild body shot.
Dixon changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Collins tries to avoid it but Dixon manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Collins to the ground. Collins escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T3#
Dixon fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Collins avoids it really well and circles away.
Dixon shoots for a takedown but Collins saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A little jabbing left from Collins on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dixon feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Collinss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Dixon throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Collins's waist but Collins gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dixon off to one side.
Dixon scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but Collins shows good takedown defense.
Dixon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Collins sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dixon somewhat.
Collins only half commits to the counter leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cadence Collins 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#
A left lands for Dixon.
Dixon connects with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon shoots for a double leg takedown but Collins sprawls well. He's pushed Dixon's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Collins! But no joy.
Collins keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1#
Dixon darts in looking for a takedown but Collins gets double underhooks and turns Dixon into the cage.
Collins looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A body shot lands from Dixon.
Dixon scores with a nice hook to the head.#CUT#It looks like Cadence Collins has been cut.
Dixon scores with a nice hook to the head.
Dixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Collins blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Collins wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Collins creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nice body punch from Dixon.
Collins is trying to drag Dixon to the mat but Dixon just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Dixon misses with a punch to the body.
Collins is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Collins takes a shot to the head.
Dixon goes for a takedown in the clinch but Collins prevents it.
Collins wants a takedown but no success here. #T2#
Dixon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dixon misses with a body punch. #TD#
Dixon has picked Collins up - he's going for a ride! Dixon dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Collins wants to control but Dixon is keeping busy.
Collins is looking to improve his position.
Dixon is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Dixon can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Collins is looking to escape.
Dixon pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish. #T3#
Collins tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dixon avoids the attempt from Collins to control.
Dixon fails to advance to Collins's back.
Dixon tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dixon trying to control but Collins is having none of it.
Collins is desperately trying to improve his position but Dixon has a good base and remains in mount.#T4#
Collins is squirming around, avoiding Dixon's attempts to control the action.
Dixon wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Collins is wriggling around trying to escape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon wants to take Collins's back here but Collins is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Collins is desperately trying to improve his position but Dixon has a good base and remains in mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Cadence Collins's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Dixon looks for a takedown but Collins sprawls well.
Collins swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dixon scores with a nice head shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Collins stuffs the takedown.
Dixon slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T1#
Dixon shoots in and drives through. Collins sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but Collins shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Collins steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#TD#
Dixon shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Dixon sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Dixon wants to control but Collins is keeping him busy. #T2#
Dixon is taking a breather. Collins 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dixon trying to mount his opponent but Collins defends it.
Dixon trying to control the action but Collins is working from the bottom.
Collins tries to roll over but Dixon keeps him under control.
Collins manages to get to full guard. #T3#
Dixon trying to control the position from guard on top but Collins is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Dixon is posturing up here but Collins has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Dixon tries to roll out but it's too tight and Dixon has to tap! Slick submission there by Collins!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Cadence Collins!
Cadence Collins is the new featherweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Cadence Collins thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: C175: Dixon vs Xiaodong
Date: Mar 19, 2023

#R1#
Xiaodong is looking to slow Dixon down with leg kicks.
Xiaodong fails to land with a series of punches.
Xiaodong is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Dixon takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Dixon scores with a nice strike.
Dixon takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dixon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Xiaodong throws out the jab.
Both fighters circling a little - Xiaodong finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #TD#
Dixon gets a double leg takedown into Xiaodong's guard.

Xiaodong manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
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!
Dixon has a couple of punches blocked by Xiaodong.
Dixon has a couple of punches blocked by Xiaodong.
Dixon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dixon lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Xiaodong gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Dixon.
Xiaodong tries to work over Dixon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T1#
Xiaodong lands a nice shot to the body.
Xiaodong misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dixon blocks an uppercut.
A short body shot lands from Xiaodong as the two fighters clinch.
Dixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Xiaodong working some nice short punches in the clinch.#TD#
Dixon drags the fight down to the ground. #SUB#
Dixon is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Xiaodong would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Xiaodong is stalling in the full guard.
Xiaodong trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Xiaodong content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Dixon pushes a forearm under Xiaodong's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Xiaodong is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Darren Dixon!
Darren Dixon retains his featherweight title!
Darren Dixon 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.
Li Xiaodong was interviewed post fight and said 'IQ 123'.

Event: SYN 960 Randleman vs. Dinapoli
Date: Feb 22, 2023

#R1#
Duvernay throws out a loose jab but Dixon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dixon feinted with a counter takedown.
Duvernay loads up on a big right hand but Dixon slips the punch.
Good leg kick by Duvernay.
Duvernay throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Dixon counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Duvernay working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Dixon drops back looking for a leg! Duvernay is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Duvernay manages to kick Dixon off! Dixon jumps back into Duvernay's guard.
Dixon sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Duvernay's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon wants to pass the guard but Duvernay is defending well.
Duvernay is positioning himself well to prevent Dixon advancing to mount. #T1#
Dixon seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dixon is stalling here. Duvernay is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Dixon seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Duvernay has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Dixon tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Duvernay trying to control the action but Dixon is working from the bottom.
Dixon struggling a bit here.#T2#
Dixon manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Duvernay passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Dixon! #SU2#
Duvernay stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing.
Dixon fails to land the takedown.
Duvernay throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dixon drops down looking for a counter takedown but Duvernay sprawls and moves away.
Dixon slips a straight right by Duvernay.
Dixon half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Duvernay misses with a hook.
Duvernay misses with a straight right.
Duvernay uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Dixon has time to react.
Evan Duvernay is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Duvernay lands a nice looking body shot. #T3#
Duvernay swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Dixon.
Dixon drops his hands momentarily and Duvernay takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Dixon checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dixon. Duvernay does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dixon avoids the head kick by Duvernay.
Dixon tries to counter with a takedown but Duvernay is quick to defend against it.
Duvernay fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dixon.#TD#
Dixon drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Dixon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Duvernay is keeping the position for now.
Dixon stopping the sweep attempt from Duvernay.
Duvernay is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Dixon slips nicely into half guard.#T4#
Duvernay is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Dixon is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Duvernay wants to get back to full guard.
Duvernay is still trying to improve position.
Duvernay desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Dixon is thwarting Duvernay's attempts to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Duvernay dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
A slow jab from Duvernay misses its intended target.
Nice shot by Duvernay.
Duvernay misses the jab.
Dixon appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dixon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dixon feinted with a counter takedown.
Duvernay attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Dixon half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Duvernay misses with an uppercut.
Duvernay throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Dixon counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Duvernay keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
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.#SUB2#
Duvernay escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dixon gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Darren Dixon overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Duvernay keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully. #T1#
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Duvernay swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dixon passes Duvernay's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Dixon wants to take a breather but Duvernay is having none of it.
Dixon works his foot free and advances to mount.
Duvernay regains half guard.
Dixon trying to pass the guard but Duvernay defending well. #T2#
Duvernay is refusing to be controlled, as Dixon sits in half guard. #SUB#
Dixon seems to be looking for submissions.
Duvernay is staying active underneath Dixon, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Dixon is trying to work for a kimura but Duvernay is defending well.
Duvernay is controlling Dixon's trapped leg to prevent Dixon from advancing to side control.
Dixon takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T3#
Duvernay wants to control but Dixon is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dixon wants to advance to full mount but Duvernay doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Dixon sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Duvernay's guard. #SUB#
Dixon is working for a kimura but Duvernay is defending it quite comfortably. #ES2#
Duvernay has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Dixon is on him like a limpet, forcing Duvernay back against the cage.#T4##TD#
Dixon has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Duvernay clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Dixon controlling well, preventing Duvernay from escaping the position. #SUB#
Dixon working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Dixon has got his arm under Duvernay's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Duvernay has spun round into Dixon's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SU2#
Duvernay stands up and waves to Dixon to follow him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Evan Duvernay 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#
Duvernay pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Duvernay has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dixon scores with a jab. Duvernay acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Dixon on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Duvernay works the jab nicely.
Dixon takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dixon ducks under a wild hook from Duvernay.
Duvernay misses with a looping left.
Duvernay lunges at Dixon with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dixon's hand.
Duvernay stuffs the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Duvernay connects with a nice looking jab.
A left lands for Duvernay.
Duvernay misses with a hook #TD#
and Dixon counters with a single leg into guard. Duvernay didn't expect that.
Duvernay wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Dixon manages to pass to side control. #T1##REVB#
Dixon is pressing down on Duvernay's thigh, looking to free his foot. Duvernay is holding on for now.
Duvernay is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Dixon is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Duvernay doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dixon.
Duvernay tries to roll over but Dixon keeps him under control.#SUB#
Dixon is working for a kimura but Duvernay is defending it quite comfortably. #T2#
Duvernay tries to get to full guard but Dixon has control of the leg.
Duvernay makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Duvernay.
Dixon wants to control from the top but Duvernay keeps moving.
Dixon is stalling in the full guard. #T3##SUB#
Dixon has gone for a leg lock! Duvernay slips out almost immediately though and dives into Dixon's guard.#REVB#
Dixon not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Duvernay won't allow Dixon to sweep him here.
Dixon keeping moving, preventing Duvernay from controlling successfully.
Dixon has a closed guard, preventing Duvernay from standing up. #SUB#
Dixon had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Duvernay defends it easily.#T4#
Duvernay tries to free his leg and advance position but Dixon is retaining full guard.
Dixon is trying to keep Duvernay in close.
Dixon seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Dixon throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Duvernay escapes and throws Dixon's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Duvernay controlling the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon is not content to let Duvernay control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Duvernay really dominated that round.
That's time! Dixon's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Duvernay misses with a looping right.
Nice shot lands for Duvernay.
Duvernay fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dixon manages to avoid it.
Duvernay throws an overhand right that lands on Dixon's shoulder, as Dixon tries to avoid the shot.
Duvernay scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Dixon moves out of range of the leg kick from Duvernay.
Dixon feinted with a counter takedown.#TD#
Dixon closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Duvernay's guard.
Dixon prevents Duvernay from getting back to his feet.
Dixon looking to sit in guard and control but Duvernay gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dixon looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Duvernay slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T1#
Dixon looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Dixon looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Dixon is looking for a triangle but Duvernay pushes his legs off easily.
Duvernay is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Duvernay won't allow Dixon to sweep him here. #SUB#
Dixon looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Duvernay tries to stand but Dixon is controlling from the bottom. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Duvernay tries to free his leg and advance position but Dixon is retaining full guard.
Dixon has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Duvernay has passed into side control.
Dixon is looking to regain half guard here but Duvernay keeps moving and retains side control.
Dixon manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Dixon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Duvernay keeps working. #T3#
Dixon stops Duvernay from getting back to his feet.
Dixon wants to control but Duvernay is keeping him busy.
Dixon looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Duvernay wants to get back to his feet.
Duvernay won't allow Dixon to pass to mount.
Dixon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Duvernay keeps working. #ES2#
Duvernay has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Dixon is on him like a limpet, forcing Duvernay back against the cage.#T4##TD#
Dixon tightens his grip and picks Duvernay up, before dumping him to the ground. Duvernay manages to land in guard.

Duvernay is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Dixon presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Duvernay wants to break the clinch but can't. #BC2#
Duvernay breaks from the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dixon on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Donk. Duvernay catches Dixon right on the button with a cross.
Dixon on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Duvernay. Duvernay obviously looking to wear him down.
Dixon takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Duvernay lands a jab.
Duvernay blocks a jab.
Duvernay stuns Dixon with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Evan Duvernay seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Duvernay throws a big shot that misses.
Dixon checks the leg kick.
Dixon half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Duvernay dominated that fourth round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R5#
Duvernay misses with a few strikes there.
Dixon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Duvernay feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Dixons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Dixon avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Duvernay connects with a good right hand that stumbles Dixon. Dixon circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Duvernay sprawls well. Duvernay wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dixon gets slowly back to his feet.
Duvernay gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
so Dixon counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon trying to control the position from guard on top but Duvernay is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dixon slips nicely into half guard.#T1#
Duvernay preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Duvernay wants to get back to his feet.
Dixon passes to full mount!
Dixon takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here. #SUB#
Duvernay showing good submission defense here.
Darren Dixon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Evan Duvernay is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Duvernay is trying to break free. #SUB#
Dixon patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Dixon missing with strikes. #SUB#
Dixon is persistently looking for the submission but Duvernay is defending it well.
Duvernay trying to control but not successfully. #T3#
Dixon controlling well, preventing Duvernay from escaping the position.
Dixon is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
I really don't envy Duvernay right now.
Duvernay looking very determined here, making life difficult for Dixon. #SUB#
Dixon working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Duvernay prevents Dixon from getting a body triangle.#SUB#
Dixon patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#T4#
Duvernay is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB#
Duvernay defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Dixon's arms.
Dixon is hanging on to Duvernay's back as he tries to escape. #SUB#
Dixon is looking for the choke from the back position but Duvernay is controlling his hands well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon has the hooks in. Duvernay is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Dixon is working hard for the rear naked choke here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Darren Dixon showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Duvernay 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 46:49
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 46:49
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 46:49

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

Event: SYN 954 Krylov vs. Randleman 4
Date: Jan 29, 2023

#R1#
Sitsongrit thumps Dixon with a low kick.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but Dixon moved away.
And Dixon tries to counter it with a takedown but Sitsongrit pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dixon was well out of range. Poor timing from Sitsongrit.#TD2#
Dixon shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Dixon tries to free his leg and advance position but Sitsongrit is retaining full guard.
Dixon won't allow Sitsongrit to get back to his feet.
Sitsongrit keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit is pulling down on Dixon's head to control his posture.
Dixon wants to pass the guard but Sitsongrit is keeping the position.#T1#
Sitsongrit wants to stand and escape but Dixon is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab to the jaw.
Sitsongrit lands with a straight right. Dixon didn't see that one coming.
Sitsongrit throws out a powerful jab.
Dixon connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Sitsongrit misses the shot to the body.
Dixon tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Dixon's ribcage but misses.
Dixon on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T2#
A chopping leg kick lands by Sitsongrit. #TD2#
Dixon drives through with a takedown into Sitsongrit's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.

Sitsongrit manages to escape and get back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
Dixon jabs at Sitsongrit's body.
Sitsongrit cracks Dixon with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Sitsongrit looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sitsongrit sizes up Dixon with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sitsongrit defends it well.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.#T3#
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A slow jab from Sitsongrit misses its intended target.
Sitsongrit stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Sitsongrit wants it to stay on the feet.
A solid leg kick lands there for Sitsongrit. #TD2#
Dixon closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Sitsongrit did well to prevent Dixon getting side control.
Sitsongrit looks like he's trying to stand up.
Sitsongrit trying to control from the bottom.
Dixon is trying to control the action in half guard but Sitsongrit is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dixon content to control rather than advance.
Sitsongrit is looking to improve his position. #T4#
Dixon passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Sitsongrit!
Sitsongrit tries to hold on but Dixon postures up.
Dixon content just to control the position here.
Sitsongrit is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Dixon has taken his back. #SUB2#
Dixon looking for the RNC.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Petchuanglek Sitsongrit dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Dixon manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Sitsongrit on his heels. He'll look to pass Sitsongrit's guard now, I'm sure.
Dixon trying to control but Sitsongrit is working from the bottom.
Dixon tries to free his leg and advance position but Sitsongrit is retaining full guard.
Sitsongrit wants to sweep but no luck.
Sitsongrit trying to control the position here.
Sitsongrit wants to stand up but Dixon is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES#
Sitsongrit has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Dixon has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#T1#
Dixon lands with a right to the head.
Dixon blocks a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit stops a takedown attempt from Dixon.
Dixon has a couple of punches blocked by Sitsongrit.
Dixon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right from Dixon.
Sitsongrit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dixon's elbow. #BC#
Sitsongrit breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Good work by Dixon as he checks the leg kick.
Dixon tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Sitsongrit throws a jab but it's blocked by Dixon.
Dixon lands with a straight right. Sitsongrit didn't see that one coming.#TD2#
Dixon feints and as Sitsongrit raises his hands in defense, Dixon changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Sitsongrit keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
Dixon stops Sitsongrit from standing up. #T2#
Dixon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sitsongrit is keeping the position for now.
Sitsongrit seems keen to control Dixon's posture.#ES#
Sitsongrit is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dixon working aggressively here.
Sitsongrit stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T3#
Dixon misses with some punches.
Sitsongrit blocking some punches.
A shot in the inside from Dixon.
Dixon is working for takedown but Sitsongrit is calmly controlling the position for now.
Sitsongrit lands with a short shot to the head.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sitsongrit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dixon misses with a body punch.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit blocking some punches.
Sitsongrit blocking some punches.
Dixon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sitsongrit throws a punch but it's blocked by Dixon.
Sitsongrit prevents a body shot from Dixon.
Dixon lands a body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit blocks an uppercut.
Sitsongrit lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dixon backwards. #TD2#
Dixon lands a takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
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!
Sitsongrit wants to stand but Dixon is controlling the position. #T4#
Sitsongrit trying to keep a closed guard but Dixon is proving a slippery customer.
Dixon tries to free his leg and advance position but Sitsongrit is retaining full guard.
Sitsongrit can't keep his opponent in guard - Dixon advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Sitsongrit desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Dixon passes to side control.
Sitsongrit tries to bench press Dixon off him but Dixon keeps the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Darren Dixon will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Sitsongrit's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dixon, as that shot connected.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dixon.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Dixon does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD2#
Dixon shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.

Sitsongrit is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Dixon presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit scores with a shot to the side of Dixon's head.
Sitsongrit has a couple of punches blocked by Dixon.
Dixon has a couple of punches blocked by Sitsongrit.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sitsongrit misses with the head strike.
Sitsongrit blocking some punches. #BC#
Sitsongrit's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit is winning the standup battle so far.
Dixon takes one on the button.#T1#
Sitsongrit cracks Dixon with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Sitsongrit leaves Dixon with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Sitsongrit's corner calls for a 1-2. Sitsongrit obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Dixon doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Sitsongrit counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dixon slips a straight right by Sitsongrit.
Dixon is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T2#
Dixon has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sitsongrit finds it's way round the side to connect with Dixon's head.
Sitsongrit with a hook.
Sitsongrit gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dixon.
Sitsongrit throws a looping overhand right but Dixon ducks down to avoid it.
Sitsongrit darts in trying to clinch#TD2#
and Dixon counters with a takedown into side control.
Sitsongrit tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.#T3##SUB2#
Sitsongrit defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Dixon tries to get the hooks in deep but Sitsongrit pushed the leg off.
Dixon controlling well, preventing Sitsongrit from escaping the position. #SUB2#
Sitsongrit defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Dixon's arms.
Sitsongrit is trying to stand back up.
I really don't envy Sitsongrit right now. #T4#
Dixon just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up. #SUB2#
Sitsongrit defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
I really don't envy Sitsongrit right now.
Sitsongrit is trying to stand back up. #SUB2#
Sitsongrit 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 Dixon gets his way!
Dixon trying to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Petchuanglek Sitsongrit clearly takes 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.#R4#
Dixon walks into a left hand.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
Dixon tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the body #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a takedown into side control.
Sitsongrit tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Dixon presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Sitsongrit is squirming around, avoiding Dixon's attempts to control the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit is trying desperately to improve position.
Dixon avoids the attempt from Sitsongrit to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Dixon trying to control but Sitsongrit is having none of it.
Dixon might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Sitsongrit haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
Dixon working for a guillotine from mount but Sitsongrit is in no mood to give up.
Sitsongrit wants to hold on but Dixon pushes him away.
Dixon pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Sitsongrit is desperately trying to improve his position but Dixon has a good base and remains in mount.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dixon trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Darren Dixon has got the better of the ground game so far.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dixon controlling from mount.
Sitsongrit is trying to escape the mount. #T3#
Sitsongrit is trying to stand.
Dixon can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Sitsongrit is looking to escape.
Sitsongrit tries to lock up and control but Dixon gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Sitsongrit is looking to improve his position but Dixon isn't that keen on the idea.
Sitsongrit prevents Dixon from taking his back.
Sitsongrit's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sitsongrit is wriggling around trying to escape.
Sitsongrit is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Dixon fails to take his opponent's back.
Sitsongrit wants to hold on but Dixon pushes him away.
Sitsongrit is trying to stand.#SUB2#
Dixon has hold of Sitsongrit's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Sitsongrit manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Dixon controlling the pace for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dixon tries to control but Sitsongrit wriggling away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that fourth round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Dixon takes a jab right on the kisser.
Dixon blocks a jab.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the side of Dixon's head but Dixon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sitsongrit lets loose with a powerful body kick. Dixon will feel that in the morning.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sitsongrit throws a looping overhand right but Dixon ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Dixon shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Sitsongrit but Sitsongrit pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Sitsongrit pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dixon is out of range and Sitsongrit settles back down.
Dixon is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.
Dixon drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sitsongrit defends it well.
Sitsongrit scores with a leg kick.
Sitsongrit slaps away a takedown attempt from Dixon, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Dixon chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sitsongrit can pounce on him. #T2#
Dixon avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
And Dixon tries to counter it with a takedown but Sitsongrit pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Dixon moves forwards but Sitsongrit connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab to the jaw.
Dixon takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sitsongrit throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dixon dives in and grabs Sitsongrit's left leg, looking for a takedown. Sitsongrit pushes down on Dixon's head and hops out.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Sitsongrit scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T3#
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Dixon's ribcage but misses.
Dixon changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sitsongrit tries to avoid it but Dixon manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sitsongrit to the ground. Sitsongrit escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Sitsongrit on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dixon tries for a takedown but Sitsongrit sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Sitsongrit tries to sprawl but Dixon drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Dixon is trying to work for a kimura but Sitsongrit is defending well.
Sitsongrit is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Dixon is trying to control the action in half guard but Sitsongrit is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dixon wants to pass to mount but Sitsongrit is defending the position.
Dixon is still trying to improve position.
Dixon trying to control from half guard but Sitsongrit is working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dixon is controlling the pace.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Sitsongrit controlling the position for now.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.

And that's the end of the fight!
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit showed his dominance in that final round.
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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 48:47
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 48:47
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Petchuanglek Sitsongrit!
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit retains his featherweight title!
A relieved looking Petchuanglek Sitsongrit thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: SYN 950 White vs. Maluga
Date: Jan 15, 2023

#R1#
Dixon jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sitsongrit only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Dixon bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Darren Dixon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Dixon fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Sitsongrit sprawls well initially but Dixon persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Sitsongrit 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.
Sitsongrit is trying to stand back up but Dixon is controlling him
Sitsongrit wants to improve his position but Dixon is controlling well.
Sitsongrit tries to kick Dixon off but Dixon keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Dixon trying to control the pace.
Dixon is keen to just control but Sitsongrit is a slippery customer.
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.
Sitsongrit is trying to stand up here but Dixon is controlling him well.
Well, if Dixon 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.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Sitsongrit is trying to stand back up but Dixon is controlling him #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dixon has been working on his boxing with his coaches at King's Cross MMA in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Dixon listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Dixon getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping right.
Dixon gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Sitsongrit counters with a stiff right hand.
Dixon shoots in but no luck this time.
Sitsongrit swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD#
Dixon throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Sitsongrit was covering up waiting for the punch and Dixon finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Sitsongrit 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.
Dixon wants to control from the top but Sitsongrit keeps moving.
Sitsongrit wants to get back to his feet but Dixon is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T2#
Sitsongrit seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Dixon controls from within his opponent's guard.
Sitsongrit pulls Dixon in close to prevent any damage.
Dixon looking to pass the guard.
Dixon slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T3#
Dixon tries to move to mount but Sitsongrit blocks the move with his legs.
Sitsongrit wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Dixon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sitsongrit keeps working.
Sitsongrit is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Dixon asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Dixon passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Sitsongrit!
Sitsongrit tries to improve his position but instead Dixon has taken his back! #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Dixon is not going to allow Sitsongrit to sit and survive in this position.
Dixon has the hooks in. Sitsongrit is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Sitsongrit is trying to stand back up.
Dixon is hanging on to Sitsongrit's back as he tries to escape.
Sitsongrit is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Sitsongrit tries to escape the position.
Will Dixon go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Sitsongrit doesn't escape.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon 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#
Dixon moves out of range of the leg kick from Sitsongrit.
Nice uppercut lands for Sitsongrit. That snapped Dixon's head back.
Dixon listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Sitsongrit takes one to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body. #TD#
Dixon shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Sitsongrit napping and manages to drive through into side control!

Sitsongrit throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dixon fails with a takedown attempt.
Dixon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sitsongrit sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dixon somewhat.
Sitsongrit thumps Dixon with a low kick.
Dixon lands with a hook. Sitsongrit tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Dixon fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sitsongrit avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Sitsongrit lands a body shot.
Sitsongrit throws a lazy right hand but Dixon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Sitsongrit but Sitsongrit pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Sitsongrit steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dixon.
Dixon changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Dixon avoids it easily.#TD#
Dixon gets the takedown into side control.
Sitsongrit tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Dixon avoiding Sitsongrit 's attempts to control his hands.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Sitsongrit is trying to get back to his feet but Dixon has full control of the position and if anything, Sitsongrit has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Dixon has good solid back control here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sitsongrit staying busy and making it hard for Dixon to control.
Sitsongrit is trying to get back to his feet but Dixon has full control of the position and if anything, Sitsongrit has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Sitsongrit is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Dixon off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Dixon looking to break Sitsongrit's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Sitsongrit remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Dixon will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Sitsongrit rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Sitsongrit wants to improve his position but Dixon is controlling well. #T3#
Dixon tries to pass to full mount but Sitsongrit defends it.
Sitsongrit is positioning himself well to prevent Dixon advancing to mount.
Dixon wants to pass the guard but Sitsongrit is defending well.
Dixon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sitsongrit keeps working.
Sitsongrit is looking to escape.
Sitsongrit tries to get to full guard but Dixon has control of the leg. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sitsongrit is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Sitsongrit is staying active underneath Dixon, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Dixon trying to control the pace.
Dixon wants to free his trapped foot but Sitsongrit is holding on for dear life with his legs. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Dixon dives in and grabs Sitsongrit's left leg, looking for a takedown. Sitsongrit pushes down on Dixon's head and hops out.
Dixon with a poor takedown
and Sitsongrit counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Sitsongrit is looking to slow Dixon down with leg kicks.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Dixon decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Petchuanglek Sitsongrit will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Dixon's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
A jab lands there for Dixon.
Dixon checks a leg kick nicely.
Dixon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sitsongrit.
A telegraphed right hand from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sitsongrit as he jumps to the side.
Sitsongrit stuffs the takedown.
Dixon uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Dixon misses with a takedown attempt - Sitsongrit sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dixon lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice shot lands for Dixon.
Sitsongrit displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dixon throws out the jab.
Nice shot by Dixon.
Dixon is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Dixon fails with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Dixon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Dixon shoots in but Sitsongrit avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Dixon misses with a looping left.
Sitsongrit stuffs the takedown.
Sitsongrit flicks out a counter leg kick but Dixon steps away.
Dixon shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Sitsongrit counters with a straight right hand.
Sitsongrit stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Dixon moves out of range.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sitsongrit slaps away a takedown attempt from Dixon, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T2#
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sitsongrit moves away.
Sitsongrit appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sitsongrit with the inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit moves into range and connects with a jab.
Dixon misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sitsongrit looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sitsongrit jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dixon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
Dixon attempts a counter takedown but Sitsongrit avoids it well and moves away.
Dixon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sitsongrit throws out the jab.
Dixon tries for a takedown but Sitsongrit sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
That kick from Sitsongrit tenderised Dixon's leg. Dixon is trying to keep his angry face on.
Dixon staying out of range there.
Sitsongrit jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sitsongrit stuffs the takedown attempt from Dixon. Dixon gets slowly back to his feet.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab.#T3#
Dixon has his takedown stuffed
enabling Sitsongrit to counter with a crisp jab.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dixon.
A punch lands to the side of Sitsongrit 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Dixon shoots for a double leg takedown but Sitsongrit sprawls well. He's pushed Dixon's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Sitsongrit tries a quick counter leg kick but Dixon is wise to it.
Sitsongrit is looking to score with low kicks.#TD#
Dixon looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sitsongrit swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sitsongrit wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T4##ES2#
Sitsongrit pushes Dixon off and gets back to his feet.
Dixon doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Sitsongrit counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dixon looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Good leg kick by Sitsongrit.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sitsongrit as he jumps to the side.
Dixon shoots for a double leg takedown but Sitsongrit sprawls well. He's pushed Dixon's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Sitsongrit throws out a loose jab but Dixon uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Dixon shoots in and gets a takedown into Sitsongrit's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Petchuanglek Sitsongrit really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Dixon needs to keep his hands up - Sitsongrit had a free shot at his head there.
Dixon with a poor takedown
and Sitsongrit counters with a stiff right hand.
Dixon misses with a takedown
and Sitsongrit counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sitsongrit is looking to slow Dixon down with leg kicks.
Dixon fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Sitsongrit has closed the distance and engaged Dixon in a clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with a shot to the side of Dixon's head.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Dixon avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot in the clinch.
A short right from Sitsongrit on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Sitsongrit as the two fighters clinch.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.
Sitsongrit lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dixon lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dixon.
Sitsongrit can't find room to land a body shot as Dixon controls the action.
Sitsongrit lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dixon backwards. #T1#
Sitsongrit lands a left hand.
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Sitsongrit lands a nice uppercut.
Sitsongrit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dixon tries to throw a body punch but Sitsongrit avoids it by throwing Dixon back against the cage.
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sitsongrit prevents a body shot from Dixon.
Sitsongrit lands with a right to the head.
Sitsongrit lands a shot to the body.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.
Sitsongrit lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dixon backwards.
Dixon pushes Sitsongrit back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Sitsongrit fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit struggles to land a body shot inside as Dixon controls his hands.
A nice right hand lands inside from Sitsongrit. #ROC2#Dixon is rocked!
Still in the clinch, Sitsongrit scores with a nice short uppercut.
Oh Dixon is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sitsongrit lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sitsongrit lands a right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sitsongrit throws a big uppercut that drops Dixon! More strikes from Sitsongrit and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Dixon lies dazed against the cage as Sitsongrit celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Petchuanglek Sitsongrit!
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit is the new featherweight champion!
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: The Last Shooting Star II
Date: Dec 31, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Sitsongrit gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Sitsongrit has Dixon pulled in close to control his posture.
Dixon tries to free his leg and advance position but Sitsongrit is retaining full guard. #ES#
Sitsongrit is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Sitsongrit definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Dixon lands with a left to the head.
Sitsongrit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dixon tries for a takedown. No joy.
Dixon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sitsongrit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot in the clinch.
Dixon tries to work over Sitsongrit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dixon has a couple of punches blocked by Sitsongrit.
Dixon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sitsongrit's elbow.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Dixon avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage. #T1#
Sitsongrit throws a punch but it's blocked by Dixon.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sitsongrit tries a body shot but Dixon blocks it.
Dixon digs a right hand into Sitsongrit's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Sitsongrit's gas tank.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with an uppercut but Dixon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sitsongrit misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Dixon.
Sitsongrit lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dixon backwards.
Dixon misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit tries a body shot but Dixon blocks it.
Sitsongrit tries a body shot but Dixon blocks it.
Sitsongrit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dixon lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sitsongrit backwards.
Sitsongrit lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dixon backwards.
Dixon tries a body shot but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Sitsongrit has a couple of punches blocked by Dixon.
Sitsongrit pushes Dixon back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dixon stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sitsongrit struggles to land a body shot inside as Dixon controls his hands. #T2#
Dixon throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sitsongrits head.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sitsongrit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dixon's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dixon tries to work over Sitsongrit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dixon swings wildly with an uppercut but Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
Dixon works on Sitsongrit's body with a couple of short punches.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.
Dixon prevents a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dixon misses with a body punch.
Sitsongrit gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Dixon.
Dixon lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Sitsongrit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dixon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sitsongrit prevents the takedown attempt.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dixon. #T3#
Dixon throws a punch but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
Dixon struggles to land a body shot inside as Sitsongrit controls his hands.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Dixon avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage.
Dixon tries to work over Sitsongrit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Dixon's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Darren Dixon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice jab there from Dixon. #TD2#
Dixon gets a double leg takedown into Sitsongrit's guard.
Sitsongrit is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Sitsongrit seems keen to control Dixon's posture.
Dixon slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Dixon prevents Sitsongrit from getting back to his feet. #T4##ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Sitsongrit manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Sitsongrit lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dixon lands a nice shot to the body.
Dixon misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dixon tries to pull guard but Sitsongrit forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot in the clinch.
Dixon tries for a takedown but Sitsongrit manages to get underhooks.
A right hook to the body lands for Sitsongrit.
Dixon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dixon lands a nice uppercut.
Dixon has a couple of punches blocked by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit takes a shot to the head.
Dixon tries to work over Sitsongrit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dixon misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit tries to work over Dixon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dixon.
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 Petchuanglek Sitsongrit will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sitsongrit swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dixon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Sitsongrit on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dixon 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.
Sitsongrit circles away from the clinch attempt.
A slow jab from Sitsongrit misses its intended target.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dixon or perhaps it was just good defense by Sitsongrit, which made it look bad.
Sitsongrit throws a shot from downtown. Dixon moves away and avoids it.
Dixon throws a poor cross that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dixon thinking.
Sitsongrit looks to throw the jab but Dixon is out of range. #TD2#
Dixon gets a double leg takedown into Sitsongrit's guard.

Sitsongrit pushes Dixon off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Dixon feints and as Sitsongrit raises his hands in defense, Dixon changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Dixon stays in close to Sitsongrit's body and controls the position.
Sitsongrit is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T1#
Dixon trying to control but Sitsongrit is working from the bottom.
Dixon stops Sitsongrit from standing up.
Sitsongrit keeping full guard, as Dixon tries to pass.
Sitsongrit looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dixon is one step ahead there.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Sitsongrit is working hard here to advance position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Sitsongrit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dixon was well out of range. Poor timing from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit punishes Dixon's body with a nice straight punch.
A shot to the liver by Dixon. Beautiful body shot.
Dixon takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick as Dixon jumps back.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dixon tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sitsongrit swivels and escapes.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Sitsongrit avoids the body shot from Dixon.
Sitsongrit lands a head shot.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit is winning the standup battle so far.
Dixon fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sitsongrit avoids it really well and circles away.
Dixon will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Sitsongrit displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dixon.
Sitsongrit is looking to counter punch.#T3#
Dixon swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Dixon connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Sitsongrit connects with a leg kick.
Sitsongrit leaves Dixon with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Dixon looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sitsongrit is fending him off so far but Dixon persists. Nope, Sitsongrit circles away and we're back to standing.
Sitsongrit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dixon closes the distance and clinches up with Sitsongrit, looking for a takedown. Dixon pushes Sitsongrit against the cage but Sitsongrit circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Dixon shoots in looking for a takedown. Sitsongrit tries to sprawl out of it but Dixon 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.
A lazy left from Sitsongrit finds it's target.
Dixon moves into range and connects with a jab.
Dixon goes for a double leg but Sitsongrit avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Sitsongrit continues to drive forward.#T4#
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dixon. #CL#
Sitsongrit clinches up against the cage.
Sitsongrit lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit digs a right hand into Dixon's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dixon's gas tank.
Dixon has Sitsongrit pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Sitsongrit manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sitsongrit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dixon misses with some punches.
Dixon misses with a body punch.
Sitsongrit misses with the head strike.
Dixon misses with a punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sitsongrit lands a body punch in the clinch.
Dixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit is working Dixon over against the cage.
Sitsongrit takes a shot to the head.
Dixon throws a head punch that misses.
Dixon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dixon throws a punch but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Petchuanglek Sitsongrit dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Sitsongrit lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dixon at a distance.
Sitsongrit connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Dixon tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sitsongrit defends well and Dixon ends up having to push Sitsongrit into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Dixon doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Sitsongrit counters with a left to the body.
Dixon lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Dixon fails to land the takedown.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Dixon closes the distance and clinches up with Sitsongrit, looking for a takedown. Dixon pushes Sitsongrit against the cage but Sitsongrit circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Dixon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dixon drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sitsongrit defends it well.
Sitsongrit misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon shoots and misses
letting Sitsongrit counter with a right hand.
Dixon misses with an uppercut.
Sitsongrit connects with a single shot there.
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dixon.
Sitsongrit uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T1##TD2#
Dixon drives through with a takedown into Sitsongrit's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES#
Sitsongrit pushes Dixon off and scrambles back to his feet.
Dixon shoots in looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dixon's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dixon takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dixon slips under a jab from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit thumps Dixon with a low kick.
Dixon gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Dixon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dixon looks to throw the jab but Sitsongrit is out of range.
Sitsongrit is looking to counter punch.
Dixon dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dixon throws a combination that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sitsongrit displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dixon.
Sitsongrit defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dixon.
Sitsongrit takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Sitsongrit tries to work over Dixon's front leg with a kick but Dixon checks it. #T2#
Sitsongrit misses with a hook. Dixon ducked under it nicely.
Sitsongrit leaves Dixon with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dixon.
An attempted straight right counter from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Dixon throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sitsongrit's waist but Sitsongrit gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dixon off to one side.
Sitsongrit connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A telegraphed right hand from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Dixon fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sitsongrit avoids it really well and circles away.
Sitsongrit appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Dixon takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #TD2#
Dixon dives in and scores a takedown into Sitsongrit's guard.

Sitsongrit pushes Dixon off and scrambles back to his feet. #T3#
Dixon fails to land the takedown.
Sitsongrit throws out a loose jab but Dixon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but Sitsongrit shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Dixon tries for a takedown but Sitsongrit circles away easily
and Sitsongrit cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Dixon throws a looping overhand right but Sitsongrit ducks down to avoid it.
Sitsongrit fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dixon has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Sitsongrit fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dixon manages to avoid it.
Dixon scores with a jab to the body.
Sitsongrit fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Dixon is out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sitsongrit darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T4#
Sitsongrit looks to score with a jab to the body but Dixon is just out of range.
Dixon with the counter takedown but Sitsongrit avoids it easily.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2#
Dixon drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.

Sitsongrit kicks Dixon off and gets to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sitsongrit throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dixon sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dixon swings away with a body shot that misses
and Sitsongrit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sitsongrit lands with a nice body punch.
Dixon throws a hook but Sitsongrit avoids it easily.
Dixon shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sitsongrit pinned against the cage. Sitsongrit gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
An attempted straight right counter from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Sitsongrit fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dixon.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dixon cracks Sitsongrit with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A jab from Sitsongrit misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Petchuanglek Sitsongrit clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Dixon staying out of range there.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Sitsongrit enables Dixon to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Sitsongrit manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.

Sitsongrit wriggles free and stands up.
Dixon shoots in looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dixon's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sitsongrit connects with a solid leg kick.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sitsongrit takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Dixon ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
Dixon misses with a wild body shot.
Sitsongrit is looking to counter punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dixon misses with a wild body shot.
Sitsongrit listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Dixon defending well as Sitsongrit loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd cheers as Sitsongrit lands an impressive looking overhand right. Dixon doesn't seem phased though.
Sitsongrit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dixon.
Sitsongrit lands with an uppercut that bounces Dixon off the cage and back into range.#T1#
Dixon looks to score with a jab to the body but Sitsongrit is just out of range.
Sitsongrit stuffs the takedown.
A punch lands to the side of Dixon 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sitsongrit throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dixon sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dixon or perhaps it was just good defense by Sitsongrit, which made it look bad.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit throws an overhand right that lands on Dixon's shoulder, as Dixon tries to avoid the shot.
Dixon thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dixon misses with a right hand
and Dixon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sitsongrit digs a good body shot into Dixon's ribs.
Dixon shoots in looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dixon's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sitsongrit half committed to a counter leg kick.
Dixon throws a poor cross that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Dixon throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Sitsongrit on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sitsongrit cracks Dixon with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T2#
Sitsongrit looks to land a left hand but Dixon moved out of range nicely.
Sitsongrit avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dixon works Sitsongrit's body with a nice hook.
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!
Dixon throws a right hand that misses
and Sitsongrit makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Dixon slips under a jab.
Sitsongrit defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dixon.
Sitsongrit is looking to counter punch.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dixon.
Sitsongrit appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dixon is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dixon.
Sitsongrit lands with a thumping leg kick. #TD2#
Dixon shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Dixon showed some decent athleticism there.

Sitsongrit manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Dixon keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #T3#
Dixon lands with a left to the head.
Dixon tries to break free but Sitsongrit pushes him back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dixon.
Dixon has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Sitsongrit avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Dixon blocks an uppercut.
Dixon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dixon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dixon can't find room to land a body shot as Sitsongrit controls the action.
A head punch on the inside from Dixon fails to land.
Dixon lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T4#
Dixon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dixon is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Sitsongrit pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Dixon misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dixon gets through Sitsongrit's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Dixon avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage.
Sitsongrit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit working aggressively here.
Sitsongrit is pressed up against the cage. Dixon 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.
A leg kick checked by Dixon.
Dixon tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Dixon avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
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!
Dixon jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little feinted left hand from Sitsongrit on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dixon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dixon can do to turn this around?
Sitsongrit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dixon.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Petchuanglek Sitsongrit had his way with Darren Dixon in that 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!#R5#
Sitsongrit cracks Dixon with a good jab.
Sitsongrit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dixon.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice head shot.
Sitsongrit stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Dixon has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Sitsongrit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dixon.
Dixon with a lazy takedown attempt
and Sitsongrit counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A jab from Sitsongrit misses.
Sitsongrit throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dixon misses with a hook. Sitsongrit ducked under it nicely.
A jab from Sitsongrit misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Dixon gets a takedown into half guard.
Sitsongrit is trying to escape back to his feet but Dixon uses the scramble to pass into side control. #T1##SUB2#
Dixon tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Sitsongrit is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Sitsongrit wants to control but Dixon postures up.
Sitsongrit sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Dixon looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Darren Dixon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Dixon passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Sitsongrit!
Sitsongrit working to try and regain half guard.
Sitsongrit is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Sitsongrit 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dixon stops Sitsongrit from getting back to his feet.
Sitsongrit is controlling Dixon's trapped leg to prevent Dixon from advancing to side control.#T3#
Sitsongrit is looking to escape.#SUB2#
Dixon maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Sitsongrit could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Dixon has cracked it and Sitsongrit is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Dixon!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Darren Dixon!
Darren Dixon is the new featherweight champion!
Darren Dixon 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: C140: Dreth vs. Dixon 3
Date: Nov 12, 2022

#R1#
Dixon misses with a hook.
Dreth uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dixon.
Dixon has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Dixon changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Dreth tries to avoid it but Dixon manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Dreth to the ground. Dreth escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Dixon tries for a takedown but Dreth circles away easily
and Dreth counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dixon's knee momentarily.
Dixon checks the leg kick nicely there. #CL2#
Dixon instigates a clinch.
Dreth lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Dixon breaks the clinch.
Dreth throws a sloppy head kick and Dixon moves out of range easily.
Dixon misses with a takedown attempt - Dreth sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Valen Dreth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dreth throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a takedown into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dixon trying to control the action but Dreth is working from the bottom.
Dreth is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Dixon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dreth keeps working. #SUB2#
Dixon is trying to get an arm triangle but Dreth is defending well.
Dreth manages to work his way to half guard, despite Dixon's best efforts.
Dixon wants to take a breather but Dreth is having none of it. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Dreth won't allow Dixon to pass to mount.
Dreth tries to get to full guard but Dixon has control of the leg.
Dreth is trying to control but can't.
Dixon is trying to control the action in half guard but Dreth is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#SUB#
Dreth looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Dixon throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Dreth tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Dixon is in Dreth's guard.
Dreth not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dreth keeping full guard, as Dixon tries to pass. #T3#
Dixon wants to control from the top but Dreth keeps moving.
Dixon looking to sit in guard and control but Dreth gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Dixon controls Dreth momentarily but Dreth frees himself. #SUB2#
Dixon looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dreth passes into half guard.
Dixon is refusing to be controlled, as Dreth sits in half guard. #T4##SUB2#
Dixon looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dixon on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Dixon is trying to get back to full guard.
Dreth trying to control the pace.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dixon manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dreth trying to control the position from guard on top but Dixon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Horrible takedown attempt by Dixon or perhaps it was just good defense by Dreth, which made it look bad.
Dreth connects with a nice looking jab.
Dixon throws a body shot but no joy.
Dixon shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Dreth defends it nicely.
Dreth appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Dixon tries for a takedown but Dreth circles away easily
and Dreth counters with a nice uppercut.
Valen Dreth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Dixon misses with a takedown attempt - Dreth sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon misses with a takedown attempt - Dreth sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Dreth throws a sloppy head kick and Dixon moves out of range easily.
Dreth tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Dixon swivels and escapes.
Dixon blocks a leg kick.#T1#
Nice defenses there by Dixon.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but Dreth shows good takedown defense.
Dixon moves out of range of the strikes.
Nice takedown defense from Dreth. No joy for Dixon on that attempt.
Dixon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dreth has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dixon finds it's way round the side to connect with Dreth's head.
Dreth throws a head kick that Dixon semi-blocks.
Dreth takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Dixon slips a jab from Dreth.
Dreth scores with a leg kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Dixon. That snapped Dreth's head back.
No luck for Dixon with that takedown attempt.
Dreth misses with a hook. Dixon ducked under it nicely.
Dixon moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dreth thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dixon feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Dixon changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Dreth looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Dixon has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Dreth!
Dreth is desperately trying to improve his position but Dixon has a good base and remains in mount.
Dreth is squirming around, avoiding Dixon's attempts to control the action.
Dixon wants to control but Dreth has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Dixon works his foot free and advances to mount.
Dreth bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#T3#
Dixon tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Dixon looking for a guillotine here but Dreth defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dreth is looking to pass into half guard but Dixon pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Dixon is in guard.#REVB#
Dreth is trying to keep Dixon in close. #SUB#
Dreth is looking for a triangle but Dixon pushes his legs off easily. #T4#
Dixon trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Dreth manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Dixon wants to sweep but no luck.
We've been hearing that Dreth has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB2#
Dixon has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dreth can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dixon keeping moving, preventing Dreth from controlling successfully.
Dreth is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Dixon is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Valen Dreth 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.#R3#
Dixon swings for the body but Dreth moves out of range.
Dixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Dreth tries to avoid it but Dixon manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Dreth to the ground. Dreth escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD2#
Dixon shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Dreth manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Dixon won't allow Dreth to sweep him here.
Dixon wants to control from the top but Dreth keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dreth is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Dixon 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. #SUB#
Dreth looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dixon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Dreth looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dixon slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#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.
Dreth pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dixon misses with a double jab.
Dreth throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dixon on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dreth. Dreth obviously looking to wear him down. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Dreth enables Dixon to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Dreth manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Dixon controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dreth swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dixon looking to sit in guard and control but Dreth gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Dreth trying to control the position from guard on top but Dixon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Dixon is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dixon manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dreth manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Dreth has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dixon can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dixon preventing the sweep. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dixon trying to control but Dreth is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Dixon avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Darren Dixon has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Dreth working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dixon doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dixon manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Dreth keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dixon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon really dominated that round.
That's time! Dreth's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Dixon fails to land the takedown.
Darren Dixon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dixon shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Dreth pinned against the cage. Dreth gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Dixon has a takedown stuffed.
Valen Dreth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Dreth scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Dreth throws a solid leg kick but Dixon takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Dreth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dreth throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dixon on the side of the head.
Dreth avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Dreth as he jumps to the side.
An attempted straight right counter from Dreth misses the target.
Dixon bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Dreth's head.#T1#
Dreth takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Dixon looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dreth is fending him off so far but Dixon persists. Nope, Dreth circles away and we're back to standing.
Dreth attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Dixon tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Dreth throws a hook but Dixon blocks it.
Dixon cracks Dreth with a right hand to the side of the head.
Dixon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dreth sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dixon somewhat.
Dreth slips a jab from Dixon.
Dreth misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dixon.
The fighters circling - Dreth throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dreth shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Dixon defends it nicely.#T2#
Horrible takedown attempt by Dreth or perhaps it was just good defense by Dixon, which made it look bad.
Dreth tries to bum rush Dixon with a series of wild strikes but Dixon uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dreth shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Dixon sprawls well. Dixon wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dreth gets slowly back to his feet.
Dreth moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#TD2#
Dixon closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Dreth to the mat! Dreth manages to get full guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dreth keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
Dreth trying to control the position. #T3#
Dreth looking for a sweep. Not yet Dreth, not yet.
Dixon pushes down on Dreth's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Dixon prevents Dreth from improving his position.
Dixon controlling the pace.
Dixon tries to pass to full mount but Dreth defends it.
Dreth wants to improve his position but Dixon is controlling well. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Dreth is staying active underneath Dixon, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Dreth wants to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A low kick from Dreth misses #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dreth swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dreth managing to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Darren Dixon will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5#
Dixon is looking to clinch.
Valen Dreth has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Valen Dreth is winning the standup battle so far.
Dixon shoots for a double leg takedown but Dreth sprawls well. He's pushed Dixon's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Dixon.
Dixon looking to control but instead Dreth has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Dreth wants to get back to full guard.
Dixon seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Dreth won't allow Dixon to pass to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon is stalling here. Dreth is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Dixon seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Dreth has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T1#
Dixon takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Dreth lands a few punches from side control.
Dixon is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Dreth off and has taken his back!
Dixon trying to control momentarily.
Dreth is in bad spot here.
Dreth is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near. #SUB2#
Dixon is looking for a rear naked choke here but Dreth reverses the position brilliantly into Dixon's guard! #T2#
Dixon controls Dreth momentarily but Dreth frees himself.
Dixon wants to control the position but Dreth says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Dixon trying to hold on to Dreth's head to control him but Dreth postures up.
Dreth takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Dixon trying to control from the bottom. #T3##SUB2#
Dixon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Dreth is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Dixon moves into full guard.
Dixon is looking to sweep but instead, Dreth has passed into half guard.
Dixon is trying to maintain the position but Dreth is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dixon is looking for a sweep. Dreth is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dreth working the head and body with strikes.
Dixon is pressing down on Dreth's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Dixon is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dixon tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dreth tries to free his leg and advance position but Dixon is retaining full guard.
Darren Dixon is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB2#
Dixon looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dreth passes into half guard.
Dreth is nestled in close to Dixon, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.

And that's the end of the fight!
Valen Dreth showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Dixon 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 47:48
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 47:48
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Darren Dixon!
Darren Dixon is the new featherweight champion!
Darren Dixon 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: 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: C130: Graves vs. De Minaur
Date: Sep 24, 2022

#R1#
Dixon scores with a jab. Dreth acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Dixon throws a shot to the body.
Dixon misses the shot to the body.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dixon stuffs the takedown attempt from Dreth. Dreth gets slowly back to his feet.
Dixon jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice uppercut there from Dixon.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Dreth sprawls well. Dreth wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dixon gets slowly back to his feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dixon.
Dreth looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dixon shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Dreth defends it nicely.
Dreth is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dreth lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Dixon has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dreth.
A jab from Dreth misses. #T1#
Dixon is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Dixon uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Dreth has time to react.
No luck for Dixon with that takedown attempt.
Dixon tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Dixon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A punch lands to the side of Dreth 's head but he takes it in his stride.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Dreth has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Nice body punch from Dixon.
Dreth lands a really nice looking cross but Dixon seems unphased. #CL2#
Dreth clinches with his opponent.
Dreth fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dreth tries to score a body lock takedown but Dixon shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Dixon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dixon tries to throw a body punch but Dreth avoids it by throwing Dixon back against the cage.
Dixon pushes Dreth back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dreth misses with a body punch.
Dixon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Dreth's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dreth, as that shot connected. #CL#
Dixon rushes Dreth and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T2##BC2#
Dreth breaks the clinch.
Dixon shoots in looking for a takedown. Dreth tries to sprawl out of it but Dixon keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Dreth manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dixon works the jab nicely.
Dreth swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Dixon counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Dreth wants to control but Dixon is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Dreth has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Dixon. Oh but Dreth has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Dixon goes limp - he's gone! Dreth jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Valen Dreth!
Valen Dreth is the new featherweight champion!
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: C125: Dixon vs. Skystalker
Date: Sep 03, 2022

#R1#
Dixon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dixon smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#TD#
Dixon closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Dixon lands in his opponent's guard.
Skystalker looking to control. #SUB2#
Dixon got a little sloppy there for a moment and Skystalker has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dixon has managed to get both his arms back between Skystalker's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Skystalker throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Dixon escapes and throws Skystalker's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Skystalker is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dixon tries for a kimura but Skystalker is defending well.
Skystalker tries to improve position but can't.
Skystalker is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T1##SUB#
Dixon is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Skystalker has escaped the position, nice work there.
Skystalker wants to control but Dixon postures up.
Dixon is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Skystalker will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Skystalker sneaks back into half guard.
Dixon takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Dixon is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Skystalker doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dixon.
Dixon controlling the action here. #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.
Skystalker is looking for a sweep. Dixon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dixon wants to free his trapped foot but Skystalker is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Skystalker actively working from the bottom here.
Skystalker tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Dixon has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Dixon controlling from the full mount. #T3#
Skystalker is wriggling around trying to escape.
Dixon takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Skystalker is desperately trying to improve his position but Dixon has a good base and remains in mount.
Dixon can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Skystalker is looking to escape.
Skystalker tries to reverse the position but Dixon maintains control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Dixon working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Dixon trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T4#
Dixon controlling the position easily from mount.
Skystalker swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Skystalker is controlling an arm, preventing Dixon from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Dixon is working hard here to advance position.
Dixon trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Skystalker really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dixon moves to the back position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Skystalker walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Skystalker misses with an attempted mid kick.
Dixon shoots in looking for a takedown but Skystalker manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dixon's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dixon shoots in looking for a takedown. Skystalker tries to sprawl out of it but Dixon keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Skystalker manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Skystalker tries to clinch up but Dixon circles away and keeps his distance.
Skystalker gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Skystalker pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dixon is out of range and Skystalker settles back down.
Dixon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Skystalker can do to turn this around?
Skystalker tries to clinch up but Dixon circles away and keeps his distance.
Skystalker misses the shot to the body.
Dixon feinted with a counter takedown.
Dixon looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skystalker lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dixon at a distance. #TD2#
Skystalker shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Skystalker wants to pass to mount but Dixon is defending the position. #T1##SUB2#
Skystalker is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dixon has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Dixon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Skystalker pulls his head out easily.
Skystalker throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Skystalker is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Dixon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Skystalker looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB2#
Skystalker is looking for a kimura here. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Skystalker is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dixon sees it coming and defends easily.
Dixon trying to control but Skystalker postures up.
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.
Skystalker not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Darren Dixon overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Skystalker winds up and cracks Dixon with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB2#
Skystalker seems to be looking for submissions.
Skystalker trying to control from half guard but Dixon is working away. #T3#
Skystalker might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Dixon haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Dixon gets back to full guard.
Skystalker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dixon swivels though and keeps the full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dixon is on top in guard. #REVR#
Dixon slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Skystalker trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Skystalker has his foot on Dixon's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dixon works his way back into a safe position though.#T4##SUB2#
Skystalker is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Skystalker is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dixon defends well.
Skystalker keeping full guard, as Dixon tries to pass.
Skystalker looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dixon is one step ahead there.
Dixon slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anni Skystalker showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Dixon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Skystalker.
Skystalker tries a quick counter leg kick but Dixon is wise to it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Skystalker.
Dixon scores with a jab to the head.
Skystalker with a nice calf kick.
Skystalker walks into a jab.
Nice jab there from Dixon.
Skystalker throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Skystalker throws a body shot but no joy.
Skystalker moves in looking to clinch but Dixon pushes him off.
Dixon connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#TD2#
Skystalker looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Skystalker trying to control but Dixon is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Skystalker thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dixon looking to control. #SUB2#
Skystalker is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T1#
Dixon controls Skystalker momentarily but Skystalker frees himself.
Skystalker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dixon is keeping the position for now.
Skystalker trying to control but Dixon is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Dixon working for submissions but it's allowed Skystalker to get to half guard.
Skystalker is thwarting Dixon's attempts to control the position.
Skystalker not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Skystalker is working for a submission of some sort.
Dixon trying to control here.
Dixon tries to get to full guard but Skystalker has control of the leg.
Dixon avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Skystalker. #SUB2#
Skystalker seems to be looking for submissions.
Skystalker prevents Dixon from improving his position.
Skystalker is trying to control. Dixon wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3#
Dixon moves into full guard.
Skystalker stopping the sweep attempt from Dixon.#SUB#
Dixon is looking for a triangle but Skystalker pushes his legs off easily.
Skystalker trying to control but Dixon is working from the bottom.
Dixon utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dixon is trying to control the position but Skystalker postures up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Dixon gets the takedown into side control.
Skystalker is trying to get back to half guard.#T4#
You can see the frustration on Skystalker's face as Dixon controls the position. #SUB#
Dixon is trying to get an arm triangle but Skystalker is defending well. #SUB#
Dixon looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Skystalker sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Skystalker is looking to control Dixon's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Skystalker avoid being mounted?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Skystalker is in trouble now - Dixon has advanced to mount! #SUB#
Dixon with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon clearly takes that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Skystalker doesn't manage to clinch there - Dixon circles away.
Dixon scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Dixon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Skystalker manages to avoid it.
Skystalker throws a quick inside leg kick.
Skystalker lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Skystalker misses with a straight right.
Good leg kick by Skystalker.
A looping hook to the body misses from Skystalker. Dixon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dixon wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Dixon has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Skystalker finds it's way round the side to connect with Dixon's head.
Skystalker misses with a head kick.
Skystalker fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Dixon checks it well.
Skystalker tries a head kick but it misses.
Dixon shoots in but no luck this time.
Dixon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dixon sets himself, and Skystalker steps forward looking for the clinch! Dixon avoids it this time.
Dixon avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Dixon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Skystalker.
Dixon cracks Skystalker with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Dixon shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#T1##SUB2#
Skystalker actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Skystalker looking for submissions off his back.
Dixon tries to pass the half guard into mount. Skystalker knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Skystalker trying to control here. #SUB#
Dixon is working for a submission of some sort.
Skystalker trying to control from the bottom. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Skystalker looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dixon moves nicely into side control. #SUB#
Dixon is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Skystalker is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Skystalker is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Dixon is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Skystalker tries to improve his position but instead Dixon has taken his back! #T3##SUB#
Skystalker preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Dixon. #SUB#
Dixon looking for the RNC.
Dixon is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
You can see the frustration on Skystalker's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB#
Dixon looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB#
Dixon is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Skystalker trying to control the hands but Dixon breaks the grip. #T4#
Dixon biding his time, looking for the opening.
Skystalker trying to control the hands but Dixon won't let him.
Dixon has good solid back control here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Dixon is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Skystalker defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon had his way with Anni Skystalker in that round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5##TD#
Dixon throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Skystalker tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Dixon is in Skystalker's guard.
Dixon won't allow Skystalker to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Skystalker working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Dixon has passed into half guard!
Dixon trying to pass the guard but Skystalker defending well. #SUB#
Dixon is working for a kimura but Skystalker is defending it quite comfortably.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skystalker is looking for a sweep. Dixon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Dixon trying to pass the guard but Skystalker defending well. #SUB#
Dixon is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Skystalker has managed to free his arm - good work.
Still in half guard, Dixon seems content to control.
Dixon prevents Skystalker from standing back up.
Dixon is looking to advance position but Skystalker won't allow it.
Skystalker works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Skystalker is looking for a triangle but Dixon pushes his legs off easily.
Skystalker 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.
Dixon won't allow Skystalker to sweep him here.
Dixon slips nicely into half guard.
Dixon stops Skystalker from getting back to his feet.
Skystalker won't allow Dixon to pass to mount. #SUB#
Dixon 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.
Skystalker is trying to control but can't.
Anni Skystalker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Dixon perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Skystalker shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Dixon is trying to defend but Skystalker finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB#
Dixon actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Skystalker 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.
Skystalker throwing shots but Dixon is blocking nicely. #T4##SUB2#
Skystalker seems to be looking for submissions.
Dixon moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Dixon wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Dixon looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Skystalker missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dixon looking to control but Skystalker passes into half guard.
Dixon trying to control from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Skystalker throwing shots but Dixon is blocking nicely.
Darren Dixon is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dixon moves into full guard.
Skystalker lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's 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 Darren Dixon.
Well Dixon 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 49:46
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 49:46
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Darren Dixon!
Darren Dixon retains his featherweight title!
Darren Dixon 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: C121: Puno vs. Brown
Date: Aug 20, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Dixon closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Demenok to the mat! Demenok manages to get full guard.
Demenok keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
Demenok is trying to control the position but Dixon postures up.
Dixon sitting in guard here, content to control.
Demenok looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Demenok keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon looking to pass the guard.
Demenok looking to control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T1#
Dixon tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Demenok defends well and Dixon ends up having to push Demenok into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Dixon fails with the takedown.
Demenok swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD2#
Dixon closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Demenok quickly recovers to half guard.
Dixon controlling the pace.
Demenok preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Demenok is refusing to be controlled, as Dixon sits in half guard.
Dixon content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T2#
Dixon moves nicely into side control.
Demenok stops Dixon from passing to mount.
Dixon trying to control the position but Demenok is working away.
Demenok is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Dixon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Demenok keeps working.
Demenok tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Demenok is working hard here to advance position.
Demenok prevents Dixon from improving position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dixon trying to control the action but Demenok is working from the bottom.
Dixon might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Demenok haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Dixon tries to advance to mount but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Dixon wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Demenok, who protects the arm well.
Demenok tries to improve position but can't.
Dixon trying to control the position but Demenok is working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Dixon shoots in but no luck this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon 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#
Dixon shoots for a double leg takedown but Demenok sprawls well. He's pushed Dixon's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD2#
Demenok gets caught napping as Dixon dives in and scores a takedown. Demenok manages to retain guard.

Demenok has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Dixon is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Demenok misses with a punch to the body.
Dixon misses with a hook to the ribs.
Demenok swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Demenok is pressed up against the cage. Dixon has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Demenok down to the mat. Demenok avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Demenok looks to throw the jab but Dixon is out of range.
Dixon works Demenok's body with a nice hook.
Dixon throws a jab but it's blocked by Demenok.
Demenok swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dixon comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dixon shoots in looking for a takedown but Demenok manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dixon's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Rukter Demenok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.#TD2#
Dixon shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Demenok is trying to defend but Dixon finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Demenok wants to control but Dixon is keeping busy. #T1#
Dixon is looking to advance position but Demenok won't allow it.
Dixon stops Demenok from getting back to his feet.
Dixon is looking to stall here but Demenok recovers full guard.
Dixon controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Demenok swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Demenok 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.
Demenok is adopting a defensive guard.
Demenok trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Dixon shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Demenok defends it nicely.#T3#
Dixon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dixon tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Demenok defends well and Dixon ends up having to push Demenok into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Demenok wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Dixon thuds a left hand into Demenok's body.#TD2#
Dixon fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Demenok to the ground. Dixon is now in Demenok's guard.
Dixon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Demenok is keeping the position for now.
Dixon preventing the sweep.
Demenok keeping full guard, as Dixon tries to pass.
Darren Dixon has got the better of the ground game so far.
Demenok pulls Dixon in close to prevent any damage. #T4#
Demenok is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dixon controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Dixon passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Demenok is looking to regain half guard here but Dixon keeps moving and retains side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon trying to control the action but Demenok is working from the bottom.
Dixon advances to full mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Darren Dixon will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Demenok leaves Dixon with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Dixon lands with a straight right. Demenok didn't see that one coming.#TD2#
Dixon scores with a takedown into Demenok's guard.
Dixon slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Dixon stopping the sweep attempt from Demenok.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Demenok being controlled here, momentarily.
Demenok keeping full guard, as Dixon tries to pass. #T1#
Dixon pushing down on Demenok's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Dixon controlling the action here.
Dixon is looking to advance position but Demenok won't allow it.
Dixon sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Demenok knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dixon on the ground.
Dixon is keen to just control but Demenok is a slippery customer.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Demenok wants to control but Dixon is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Demenok is looking to improve his position.
Dixon with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Demenok displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dixon throws out the jab.
Demenok lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Dixon fails to land the takedown.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dixon or perhaps it was just good defense by Demenok, which made it look bad.
Demenok is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Rukter Demenok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dixon throws out a powerful jab.
Dixon fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T3#
Demenok stuffs the takedown attempt from Dixon. Dixon gets slowly back to his feet.
It appears Demenok was looking to counter with a kick there.
Demenok drops his hands momentarily and Dixon takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Dixon will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Demenok tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Dixon manages to circle out of the way.
Dixon misses with a straight left.
Dixon goes for a double leg but Demenok avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Demenok continues to drive forward.
Dixon dives in and grabs Demenok's left leg, looking for a takedown. Demenok pushes down on Dixon's head and hops out.
Dixon misses with a straight right.
Demenok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Dixon shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Demenok eats them both and turns towards Dixon to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Dixon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Demenok sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dixon somewhat.#T4##TD2#
Demenok gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Dixon to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Dixon wants to control from the top but Demenok keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon looking to pass the guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon really dominated that round.
That's time! Demenok's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Dixon cracks Demenok with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Demenok throws a looping overhand right but Dixon ducks down to avoid it.
Nice body punch from Dixon.
Dixon catches Demenok with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Demenok bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#TD2#
Dixon is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Demenok's half guard.
Dixon with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Dixon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon wants to control but Demenok is keeping him busy. #T1#
Demenok tries to get to full guard but Dixon has control of the leg.
Dixon is looking to take a break and control but Demenok is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Dixon is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dixon is looking to take a break and control but Demenok is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Demenok tries to roll over but Dixon keeps him under control.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Demenok is trying to maintain the position but Dixon is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Demenok defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dixon.
Rukter Demenok is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Demenok looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Dixon shoots in and drives through. Demenok sprawls well.
Dixon goes for a double leg but Demenok avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Demenok continues to drive forward.
Demenok tried to counter with a leg kick but Dixon avoided it.
Rukter Demenok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Dixon tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Demenok swivels and escapes.
Demenok looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Demenok on the wrong end of a nice hook.#TD2#
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!
Demenok is trying to improve his position.#T3#
Demenok manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Dixon wants to control but Demenok is keeping busy.
Demenok slows the pace down in half guard.
Dixon is looking to control Demenok's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dixon avoid being mounted?#T4#
Dixon is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Dixon looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Demenok wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dixon keeps working.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon is trying to maintain the position but Demenok is very close to passing his half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Darren Dixon will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Dixon throws out a loose jab but Demenok uses good head movement to avoid it.
Demenok tried to counter with a leg kick but Dixon avoided it.
Dixon dives in and grabs Demenok's left leg, looking for a takedown. Demenok pushes down on Dixon's head and hops out.#TD2#
Demenok tries to sprawl but Dixon drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Demenok scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Dixon manages to mount him!
Dixon looking to control but Demenok is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Demenok tries to hold on but Dixon pushes him away.
Dixon sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB2#
Dixon with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Dixon controlling the pace for now.
Rukter Demenok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Demenok is squirming around, avoiding Dixon's attempts to control the action.
Dixon avoids the attempt from Demenok to control.#SUB2#
Demenok tries to improve his position but Dixon has taken his back! Dixon has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Demenok tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Dixon pushes Demenok away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Darren Dixon!
Darren Dixon is the new featherweight champion!
Darren Dixon bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: C116: Nagasaki vs. Dixon 3
Date: Jul 30, 2022

#R1#
Dixon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice uppercut lands for Dixon. That snapped Nagasaki's head back. #TD2#
Dixon shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Nagasaki napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB2#
Nagasaki is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Dixon's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Dixon! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Nagasaki has tapped! This one is allllll over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Darren Dixon!
Darren Dixon bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: C110: Joteel vs. Al Balushi
Date: Jul 08, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Dixon drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Dixon wants to control but Dreth is keeping him busy.
Dixon has knee on belly momentarily but Dreth bucks him off and regains half guard. #SUB2#
Dixon is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dreth sees it coming and defends easily.
Dixon seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dreth does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Dixon is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dreth doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dixon.
Dixon wants to control but Dreth is keeping him busy. #T1#
Dixon is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Dreth!
Dixon controlling the position easily from mount.
Dreth is trying to escape the mount.
Dreth sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Dreth wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
Dreth won't allow Dixon to pass to mount.
Dreth wants to improve his position but Dixon is controlling well. #SUB#
Dreth looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dixon is looking to take a break and control but Dreth is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dreth is looking for a sweep. Dixon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Dreth is not content to let Dixon control the position.
Dixon trying to mount his opponent but Dreth defends it.
Dixon is looking to take a break and control but Dreth is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Dreth ducks right into an uppercut from Dixon.
Dixon drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Dixon scores with a shot to the body.
Dixon misses with an uppercut. Dreth saw that one coming.
Dixon is trying hard to land a takedown here. Dreth sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Dixon fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Dreth avoids it really well and circles away.#T4#
Dreth throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon lands a jab to the head.
Dreth avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dixon swings for the body but Dreth moves out of range.
Dixon misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Valen Dreth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Dixon misses with a takedown attempt
and Dreth counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Dreth.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon throws a jab but it's blocked by Dreth.
Dreth was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab from Dixon misses.
Dixon cracks Dreth with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Dixon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dreth sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
A bone on bone clash there as Dixon blocks the leg kick.
Dixon shoots in but no luck this time.
Dreth appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Dixon thuds a left hand into Dreth's body.
Dixon with a poor takedown
and Dreth counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dixon digs a good body shot into Dreth's ribs.
Dreth keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Valen Dreth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.#TD2#
Dixon looking to score a takedown here. Dreth is defending well but Dixon drives through and ends up in Dreth's guard.
Dixon won't allow Dreth to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T1#
Dreth keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
Dixon wants to pass the guard but Dreth is keeping the position.
Dreth 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#
Dixon wants to get back to full guard but Dreth has passed into side control.#T2#
Dreth landing a few strikes.
Dixon looking for a sweep but Dreth has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Dixon really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Dreth landing strikes from the mount.
Dixon is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dixon regains half guard.
Dreth not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3#
Dixon wants to get back to full guard.
Dixon works his way to full guard. Good work.
Dreth stopping the sweep attempt from Dixon.#SUB2#
Dreth avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Dixon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dreth defends well.
Dreth lands a couple of elbows.#SUB2#
Dixon looking for subs off his back but Dreth has passed one foot through into half guard. #T4#
Dixon trying to hold on to Dreth's head to control him but Dreth postures up.
Dixon is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Dixon looking for submissions off his back.
Dixon is in trouble now - Dreth has advanced to mount!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon is desperately trying to improve his position but Dreth has a good base and remains in mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Valen Dreth 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##TD2#
Dixon closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Dixon passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Dreth!
Dixon trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dixon is looking to work his way around to Dreth's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Dreth is squirming around, avoiding Dixon's attempts to control the action. #SUB2#
Dixon jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Dreth is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Dreth and Dixon has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Dixon is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Dreth has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1#
Dixon is looking to take a break and control but Dreth is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dixon tries to advance to mount but can't.
Dixon trying to control the position but Dreth is working away.
Dreth looks to move to half guard but instead Dixon has passed into mount! Damn!
Dixon can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dreth is looking to escape. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dreth tries to reverse the position but Dixon maintains control.
Dixon controlling from mount.
Dreth can't escape the position.
Dixon looking to control and managing it successfully.
Dixon seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Dreth is holding on tight. #T3#
Dreth is working to get back to half guard.
Dixon content just to control the position here.
Dixon fails to advance to Dreth's back.
Dreth regains half guard.
Dreth gets back to full guard.
Dixon passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T4#
Dixon has knee on belly momentarily but Dreth bucks him off and regains half guard.
Dixon is just content to waste time from the top position. Dreth takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Dixon preventing the sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dreth bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dixon's guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Dixon is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dreth is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Dixon looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.

And that's the end of the fight!
Darren Dixon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Dixon 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Darren Dixon!
Darren Dixon 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: C104: Joteel vs. Kilgore
Date: Jun 18, 2022

#R1#
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but Kenobi shows good takedown defense.
Dixon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kenobi.
Dixon throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kenobi's waist but Kenobi gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dixon off to one side.
Kenobi stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kenobi wants it to stay on the feet.
It seemed like Kenobi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kenobi misses with an uppercut. Dixon saw that one coming.
Dixon tries to counter with a takedown but Kenobi is quick to defend against it.
Kenobi misses with a looping right.
Kenobi connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dixon's hands.
Kenobi throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kenobi misses with a body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kenobi. Dixon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dixon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kenobi throws out the jab.
Kenobi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dixon.
Kenobi takes a swing at Dixon's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kenobi misses with a straight left.
Kenobi swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Dixon misses with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kenobi. Dixon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kenobi throws a jab but it's blocked by Dixon.
Kenobi throws a low kick, looking for Dixon's leg but Dixon calmly moves out of range. #T1#
Kenobi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dixon manages to avoid it.
Kenobi with a nice calf kick.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but Kenobi shows good takedown defense. #TD#
Dixon shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ES2#
Kenobi manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Kenobi throws a sloppy head kick and Dixon moves out of range easily.
Obi Wan Kenobi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dixon fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kenobi avoids it really well and circles away.
Dixon scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Dixon moves out of range as Kenobi throws a body kick.
Dixon walks into a stiff left hand from Kenobi.
Dixon has been working on his boxing with his coaches at King's Cross MMA in the buildup to the fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kenobi looks to score with a jab to the body but Dixon is just out of range.
Kenobi displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dixon.
Kenobi takes a swing at Dixon's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Dixon throws a shot from downtown. Kenobi moves away and avoids it.
Kenobi misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
so Dixon counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Dixon content to stall in guard here.
Kenobi wants to get back to his feet but Dixon is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kenobi wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Dixon tries to free his leg and advance position but Kenobi is retaining full guard.
Kenobi wants to stand up but Dixon is controlling him.
Kenobi wants to get back to his feet but Dixon passes into half guard.
Dixon is looking to take a break and control but Kenobi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Kenobi is trying to maintain the position but Dixon is very close to passing his half guard.
Kenobi tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Dixon manages to move to mount!
Dixon tries to control but Kenobi wriggling away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kenobi tries to buck Dixon off but he can't manage it.
Dixon tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dixon won't let Kenobi get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Dixon avoids the attempt from Kenobi to control.#SUB#
Dixon is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Kenobi is surviving well by controlling Dixon's body position as best he can. #T4#
Kenobi is desperately trying to improve his position but Dixon has a good base and remains in mount.
Kenobi wants to get back to his feet.
Dixon wants to control the pace but Kenobi is squirming around nicely.
Dixon won't let Kenobi get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Dixon trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kenobi is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kenobi wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Dixon avoids the attempt from Kenobi to control.
Dixon wants to take Kenobi's back but he can't do it this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Obi Wan Kenobi will probably get the nod.
That's time! Dixon's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Nice sprawl there from Kenobi as Dixon shoots in.
Kenobi explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Dixon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kenobi.
Obi Wan Kenobi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kenobi leaves Dixon with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Dixon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kenobi.
Kenobi lands a lovely overhand right.
Kenobi throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Dixon slips a jab from Kenobi.
Kenobi misses with a straight left.
Dixon shoots in looking for a takedown but Kenobi manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dixon's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dixon fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kenobi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kenobi closes the distance looking to clinch #TD#
and Dixon counters with a nice double leg into side control. Kenobi won't be happy with that.

Kenobi sneaks out the side door and pushes Dixon away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kenobi throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#T1#
Kenobi throws a leg kick that misses.
Dixon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kenobi sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dixon somewhat.
Dixon dives in for a single leg takedown but Kenobi sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kenobi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A right hand to the body from Kenobi. #BC#
Dixon breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dixon slips a jab from Kenobi.
Kenobi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Dixon slips under a jab from Kenobi.
Dixon goes for a double leg but Kenobi avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kenobi continues to drive forward.
Dixon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kenobi creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Dixon drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kenobi pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kenobi bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Dixon's head.#T2#
Dixon moves forwards but Kenobi connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kenobi throws a front kick that sends Dixon stumbling back into the cage.
Kenobi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dixon.
Kenobi throws a big shot that misses.
Kenobi wants to slow Dixon down by chopping away at his legs.
Obi Wan Kenobi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kenobi tries a low kick but Dixon avoids it.
Dixon shoots in for a double leg but Kenobi sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
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!
Kenobi misses with a wild body shot.
Kenobi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dixon.
Kenobi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kenobi connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dixon momentarily.
Kenobi misses with a wild body shot.
Kenobi takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Dixon walks into a left hand.
Kenobi is looking to land body kicks.
Kenobi scores with a nice strike.
Kenobi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.#T3#
Jab by Kenobi.
Kenobi throws a big shot that misses.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Kenobi.
Kenobi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Dixon counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Dixon looking to pass the guard. #ES2#
Kenobi has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Dixon off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Kenobi misses with a body shot.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kenobi as he avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Kenobi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kenobi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A slow jab from Kenobi misses its intended target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dixon blocks the body kick.
A slow jab from Kenobi misses its intended target.
Nice cross by Kenobi.
A lazy left from Kenobi finds it's target.
Kenobi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T4#
Kenobi connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A low kick from Kenobi is predictable there #TD#
and Dixon decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kenobi's guard.
Dixon stops Kenobi from standing up.
Dixon wants to control from the top but Kenobi keeps moving.
Dixon prevents Kenobi from getting back to his feet.
Kenobi is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dixon trying to control but Kenobi is working from the bottom.
Darren Dixon overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kenobi is looking to stand up but Dixon isn't so interested in that idea.
Kenobi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dixon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kenobi is keeping the position for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Obi Wan Kenobi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dixon.
Kenobi throws out a counter right but Dixon avoids it with no problem.
Dixon swings for the body but Kenobi moves out of range.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Kenobi.
Dixon tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dixon on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Dixon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dixon closes the distance and clinches up with Kenobi, looking for a takedown. Dixon pushes Kenobi against the cage but Kenobi circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Dixon shoots for a takedown but Kenobi saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice body punch from Kenobi.
Kenobi takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dixon swats away the attempt to clinch by Kenobi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kenobi looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kenobi but Kenobi pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kenobi moves in looking to clinch but Dixon pushes him off.#T1#
Dixon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kenobi manages to avoid it.
Dixon ducks right into an uppercut from Kenobi.
Kenobi throws the left hand but Dixon avoids the punch easily.
Kenobi throws out a loose jab but Dixon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kenobi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kenobi keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CL2#
Kenobi darts in and clinches Dixon up against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kenobi.
Dixon wants to take the fight to the mat but Kenobi manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Dixon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dixon lands a body punch.
Dixon scores with a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Kenobi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kenobi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dixon.
Kenobi now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Dixon moves out of range of the body kick from Kenobi.
Kenobi defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dixon.
A jab from Kenobi finds it's way through Dixon's defenses.
Kenobi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Darren Dixon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#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!
Kenobi swings for the body but Dixon moves out of range.
Kenobi stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Dixon misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kenobi misses the jab.
Kenobi scores with a decent looking hook.
Kenobi throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Dixon attempts a counter takedown but Kenobi avoids it well and moves away.
Kenobi throws out a powerful jab.
Kenobi moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kenobi gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Dixon counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Kenobi tries to kick Dixon off but Dixon keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Dixon is looking to take a break and control but Kenobi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dixon stops Kenobi from getting back to his feet.
Dixon trying to pass the guard but Kenobi defending well. #T3#
Dixon trying to control the action but Kenobi is working from the bottom.
Dixon moves nicely into side control.
Kenobi wants to get back to his feet.
Kenobi tries to bench press Dixon off him but Dixon keeps the position.
Kenobi 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.
Kenobi wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Dixon advances nicely into full mount.
Dixon trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dixon content just to control the position here. #T4#
Dixon wants to control the pace but Kenobi is squirming around nicely.
Dixon throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Kenobi keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kenobi slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Kenobi is looking to control Dixon's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kenobi avoid being mounted?#ES2#
Kenobi manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Dixon keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Kenobi looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Dixon misses with a punch to the body.
Dixon tries to work over Kenobi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kenobi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dixon's elbow.
Kenobi lands a nice uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
Obi Wan Kenobi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kenobi 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Obi Wan Kenobi!
Obi Wan Kenobi made sure to mention his sponsor, Paddy's Enhancing Drugs (160Q) in his post fight interview.

Event: Combate 100: Los Angeles
Date: May 28, 2022

#R1#
Nagasaki waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dixon.
Nagasaki throws a low kick, looking for Dixon's leg but Dixon calmly moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Nagasaki throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dixon blocks a low kick nicely.
Yuro Nagasaki seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nagasaki tries a head kick but it misses.
Dixon bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nagasaki's head.
Dixon just misses with a punch to the body.
Nagasaki works the jab nicely.
Nagasaki dips to his left and cracks Dixon with an uppercut!
Nagasaki seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Dixon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nagasaki.
Dixon is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD2#
Dixon changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Nagasaki looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Dixon is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nagasaki is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Dixon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nagasaki keeps working. #T1#
Nagasaki is looking to regain half guard here but Dixon keeps moving and retains side control.
Nagasaki is working hard here to advance position.
Dixon has knee on belly and moves into mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nagasaki working to try and regain half guard.
Dixon tries to control but Nagasaki wriggling away.
Nagasaki is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nagasaki wants to hold on but Dixon pushes him away.
Nagasaki is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Dixon is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Nagasaki regains half guard.
Dixon is trying to control. Nagasaki wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nagasaki makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nagasaki.
Dixon 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. #SUB#
Nagasaki is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T3#
Dixon sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Nagasaki's guard.
Nagasaki is looking to control Dixon's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nagasaki avoid being mounted?
Nagasaki works his way to full guard. Good work.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Nagasaki is on top in guard. #REVR#
Nagasaki is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Dixon has his foot on Nagasaki's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nagasaki works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Dixon had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nagasaki defends it easily.
Dixon has Nagasaki pulled in close to control his posture. #T4#
Nagasaki lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nagasaki trying to control the position from guard on top but Dixon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dixon is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Nagasaki avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Nagasaki lands a couple of digs.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Nagasaki controls from within his opponent's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Yuro Nagasaki will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Nagasaki goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Nagasaki fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dixon manages to avoid it.
Nagasaki throws a jab but it's blocked by Dixon.
Dixon shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Nagasaki defends it nicely.
Nagasaki misses with an uppercut.
Nagasaki tries a head kick but it misses.
Dixon avoids the head kick by Nagasaki.
And Dixon tries to counter it with a takedown but Nagasaki pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nagasaki 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.
Dixon defending well as Nagasaki loads up on a big left hand.
Nagasaki moves out of range of the strikes.#TD2#
Dixon looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Nagasaki!
Nagasaki manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T1#
Dixon frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Nagasaki is looking to get to half guard.
Dixon with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Dixon can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Nagasaki is looking to escape.
Nagasaki tries to hold on but Dixon pushes him away.
Nagasaki tries to reverse the position but Dixon maintains control.
Dixon moves to take his opponent's back.
Nagasaki staying busy and making it hard for Dixon to control. #T2#
Nagasaki turns into Dixon and is now in his guard.
Nagasaki cracks Dixon with a solid left hand.#SUB2#
Dixon had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nagasaki defends it easily.
Dixon has his hands on Nagasaki's head, controlling the position.
Nagasaki is in close to Dixon's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Our spies down at at King's Cross MMA inform us that Dixon has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Nagasaki trying to control the position from guard on top but Dixon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Dixon escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nagasaki gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3##SUB2#
Dixon is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nagasaki is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Dixon has his foot on Nagasaki's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nagasaki works his way back into a safe position though.
Nagasaki working some strikes from top position.
Nagasaki content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2#
Nagasaki got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dixon has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nagasaki has managed to get both his arms back between Dixon's legs - danger averted.
Nagasaki sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Dixon's guard.
Nice strikes from Nagasaki there.
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. Nagasaki connects with a nice short shot to Dixon's temple.
Nagasaki is nestled in close to Dixon, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Nagasaki slips a nice elbow through Dixon's hands, connecting with Dixon's forehead.
Nagasaki trying to control from Dixon's half guard. Dixon has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T4#
Dixon looking for a sweep. Not yet Dixon, not yet. #SUB#
Nagasaki is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Dixon working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Nagasaki has passed into half guard!
Dixon tries to roll over but Nagasaki keeps him under control.
Dixon trying to hold on to Nagasaki's head to control him but Nagasaki postures up.
Dixon has hold of Nagasaki's hands but Nagasaki slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nagasaki wants to control but Dixon is keeping him busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yuro Nagasaki dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Nagasaki lands a jab-cross combination.
Dixon scores with a crisp jab that stopped Nagasaki in his tracks.
Nagasaki throws a lazy right hand but Dixon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dixon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nagasaki.
Nagasaki shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Dixon but Dixon pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Dixon fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
The fighters circling - Nagasaki throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dixon goes for a double leg but Nagasaki avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Nagasaki continues to drive forward.
Dixon closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice jab there from Nagasaki.
A slow jab from Nagasaki misses its intended target.
Nice defenses there by Dixon.
Dixon connects with a body shot.
Dixon connects with a looping right hand. #T1#
Nagasaki uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dixon.
Dixon goes for a double leg but Nagasaki avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Nagasaki continues to drive forward.
Yuro Nagasaki has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Dixon scores with a nice head shot.#TD2#
Dixon looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Nagasaki keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
Dixon preventing the sweep.
Dixon trying to control the position from guard on top but Nagasaki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Nagasaki has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dixon can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Nagasaki controlling the position.
Darren Dixon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Nagasaki is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dixon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nagasaki is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Nagasaki had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dixon defends it easily.
Darren Dixon has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dixon slips nicely into half guard.
Nagasaki is trying to get back to full guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Dixon in particular looking to stall.#T3#
Dixon is looking to take a break and control but Nagasaki is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nagasaki has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dixon is working away from the top position though.
Nagasaki is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nagasaki trying to control from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dixon slips a jab from Nagasaki.#TD2#
Dixon shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Nagasaki is trying to defend but Dixon finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#T4#
Nagasaki tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Dixon has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Yuro Nagasaki is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dixon pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Dixon cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Dixon with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Nagasaki tries to hold on but Dixon postures up.
Nagasaki is trying desperately to improve position.

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

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

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: C98: Nagasaki vs. Kenobi 4
Date: May 14, 2022

#R1#
Liu misses with a double jab.
Dixon feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lius jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Dixon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Liu.
Balagot Liu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dixon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dixon changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dixon slips a jab from Liu.
Dixon feinted with a counter takedown.
Dixon moves out of range of the leg kick from Liu.
Liu looks to land a left hand but Dixon moved out of range nicely.
Dixon drops down looking for a counter takedown but Liu sprawls and moves away.
Dixon on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Liu rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Dixon counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Dixon trying to control from half guard but Liu is working away. #SUB#
Dixon is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Liu is just riding it out for now. Dixon eventually gives up the hold.
Dixon is taking a breather. Liu 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.#T1#
Liu pushes Dixon off looking to stand but Dixon dives back in and keeps control.
Dixon wants to free his trapped foot but Liu is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Dixon passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Liu! #SUB#
Dixon with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Liu 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.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Liu really wants to buck Dixon off and get back to his feet.
Dixon trying to control but Liu is having none of it. #SUB#
Dixon working for a guillotine from mount but Liu is in no mood to give up. #SUB#
Dixon is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Liu has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Liu is controlling an arm, preventing Dixon from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest. #T3#
Liu has given up his back. Will we see Dixon going for some submissions?
Dixon wants to control but Liu is keeping busy.#SUB#
Dixon is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Liu taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Dixon.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Darren Dixon!
In his post fight interview, Darren Dixon started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: C95: Kahn vs. Lohmus
Date: Apr 23, 2022

#R1#
Bandicoot tests Dixon's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dixon slips a straight right by Bandicoot.
Bandicoot fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dixon manages to avoid it.
Bandicoot takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #TD#
Dixon closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Bandicoot quickly recovers to half guard.
Dixon trying to control from half guard but Bandicoot is working away.
Dixon wants to pass to mount but Bandicoot is defending the position.
Bandicoot has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dixon is working away from the top position though.
Bandicoot looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Dixon trying to control the action but Bandicoot is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandicoot is looking to control Dixon's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bandicoot avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Dixon seems to be working for a kimura but Bandicoot defends the submission attempt.#T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Bandicoot manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Bandicoot keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Bandicoot is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Bandicoot is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Bandicoot looking to control. #SUB2#
Bandicoot had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dixon defends it easily.#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.#SUB2#
Bandicoot escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dixon gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Dixon drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dixon jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Bandicoot is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Bandicoot throws his legs up looking for a submission but Dixon uses it to pass to side control.
Dixon advances nicely into full mount.
Dixon trying to control but Bandicoot is having none of it. #T3#
Bandicoot has given up his back. Will we see Dixon going for some submissions?
Bandicoot trying to control the hands but Dixon won't let him.
Dixon controlling well, preventing Bandicoot from escaping the position.
Dixon not allowing Bandicoot to control his hands. #SUB#
Dixon is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Bandicoot defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Bandicoot can't escape the position.
Bandicoot is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Dixon off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#T4#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Bandicoot is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Bandicoot can't escape the position. #SUB#
Dixon is working hard for the rear naked choke here. #SUB#
Dixon working for a choke but Bandicoot is defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bandicoot just trying to survive but Dixon is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Dixon slips a straight right by Bandicoot.
Dixon throws a jab when Bandicoot was well out of range.
Darren Dixon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dixon scores with a nice strike.
Bandicoot throws a hook to the side of Dixon's head but Dixon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bandicoot tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dixon was well out of range. Poor timing from Bandicoot.#TD#
Dixon fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Bandicoot to the ground. Dixon is now in Bandicoot's guard.
Bandicoot keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
Darren Dixon overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon passes Bandicoot's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Dixon tries to pass the half guard into mount. Bandicoot knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Dixon is working for a submission of some sort. #T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Bandicoot manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Bandicoot is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dixon showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Bandicoot looking for a guillotine here but Dixon defends easily.
Dixon tries to free his leg and advance position but Bandicoot is retaining 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.
Bandicoot can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Dixon controls the pace.
Dixon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bandicoot is keeping the position for now.
Dixon wants to control from the top but Bandicoot keeps moving.
Dixon is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Bandicoot is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Dixon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bandicoot can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Bandicoot throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Bandicoot working for a triangle but Dixon defends it easily. #T3#
Dixon pushing down on Bandicoot's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Bandicoot has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dixon is working away from the top position though.
Bandicoot is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Dixon is staying active.
Dixon wants to pass the guard but Bandicoot is defending well.
Dixon trying to control the pace. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dixon cracks a nice hook into Bandicoot's ribs.
Dixon takes one on the chin but seems OK. #TD#
Dixon decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Still in half guard, Dixon seems content to control.
Dixon prevents Bandicoot from improving his position.#SUB#
Dixon is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bandicoot is just riding it out for now. Dixon eventually gives up the hold.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dixon wants to pass to mount but Bandicoot is defending the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Dixon moves out of range as Bandicoot strikes.
Dixon throws a looping overhand right but Bandicoot ducks down to avoid it. #TD#
Dixon closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Bandicoot to the mat! Bandicoot manages to get full guard.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bandicoot swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bandicoot is trying to control the position but Dixon postures up.
Bandicoot tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Bandicoot had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dixon defends it easily.
Dixon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Bandicoot is trying to control the position but Dixon postures up. #SUB2#
Bandicoot had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dixon defends it easily.
Bandicoot looking for a sweep. Not yet Bandicoot, not yet. #SUB2#
Bandicoot throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Dixon drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Bandicoot manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Dixon has Bandicoot in his guard.#REVB#
Dixon wants to sweep here but Bandicoot controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Dixon preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dixon trying to keep a closed guard but Bandicoot is proving a slippery customer.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dixon is on top in guard. #REVR#
Dixon tries to free his leg and advance position but Bandicoot is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Bandicoot looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Dixon has picked Bandicoot up and slammed him! Bandicoot can't keep hold of the triangle and Dixon manages to pass to side control!
Dixon trying to control the action but Bandicoot is working from the bottom.
Crush Bandicoot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bandicoot tries to buck Dixon off but Dixon is having none of it.#T3#
Dixon is looking to take a break and control but Bandicoot is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bandicoot prevents Dixon from moving into mount.
The referee asks Dixon politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Dixon prefers to stall for the moment though.#SUB#
Dixon wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bandicoot, who protects the arm well.
Bandicoot is trying to control Dixon's posture but Dixon avoids it. #SUB#
Dixon tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Dixon has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Bandicoot sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dixon prevents Bandicoot from improving his position.
Bandicoot trying to control from the bottom.
Dixon is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Bandicoot looking for submissions off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Bandicoot actively working from the bottom here.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Darren Dixon!
Darren Dixon 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: C93: Alyoshin vs. Fujimoto
Date: Apr 09, 2022

#R1#
Point moves out of range of the strikes.
Dixon throws a hook but Point blocks it.#TD#
Dixon darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Point is doing well to control the position and prevent Dixon from advancing to side control.
Dixon is pressing down on Point's thigh, looking to free his foot. Point is holding on for now.
Dixon trying to control from half guard but Point is working away.
Dixon wants to pass to mount but Point is defending the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Point has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dixon is working away from the top position though.
Point gets full guard.#T1#
Point is trying to control the position but Dixon postures up.
Dixon advances position into side control!
Dixon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Point keeps working.
Point is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Point is trying to control Dixon's posture but Dixon avoids it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dixon is looking to take a break and control but Point is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dixon tries to advance to mount but Point denies him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Point tries to bench press Dixon off him but Dixon keeps the position.
Dixon tries to move to mount but Point blocks the move with his legs.
Point struggling a bit here.
Dixon controls the position.
Dixon gets to mount! Point was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Point manages to control the position for a moment.
Point is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T3#
Dixon fails to take his opponent's back.
Dixon looking to control but Point is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Point really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Dixon wants to control the pace but Point is squirming around nicely.
Point tries to lock up and control but Dixon gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Dixon controlling his opponent.
Dixon is trying to take his opponent's back. #T4#
Point is looking to get to half guard.
Point is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Point gets back to half guard.
Dixon is trying to control. Point wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Dixon is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Point is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Point looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dixon passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Point!
Point is desperately trying to improve his position but Dixon has a good base and remains in mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Dixon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Point.
Dixon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Point can do to turn this around?
Dixon fails with a takedown attempt.
Dixon throws a lazy uppercut
and Dixon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Point thows a left - swing and a miss!
A jab from Dixon does it's job there.
Dixon moves out of range of the strikes.#TD#
Dixon throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Point tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Dixon is in Point's guard.
Dixon wants to pass the guard but Point is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon stopping the sweep attempt from Point.
Point is trying to control the position but Dixon postures up. #T1#
Point lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Dixon is adopting a defensive guard.
Point trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Point trying to control but Dixon is working from the bottom.
Dixon tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Point stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dixon swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Dixon has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Point can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Point advances position into side control!#T2#
Point wants to control but Dixon is keeping him busy.
Point might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Dixon haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Dixon struggling a bit here.
Dixon is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Point off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Dixon has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Point is in real trouble here. Dixon gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Point is tapping out! Dixon wins by rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Darren Dixon!
In his post fight interview, Darren Dixon started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Tycoon Olympics 2022 - Featherweight QF
Date: Apr 06, 2022

#R1#
Dixon throws a hook to the side of Nagasaki's head but Nagasaki sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nagasaki steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dixon.#TD#
Dixon tries to sprawl but Nagasaki drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Nagasaki working over Dixon with some ground and pound. Dixon looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Dixon wants to improve his position but Nagasaki is controlling well.
Nagasaki seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Nagasaki working over Dixon with some ground and pound. Dixon looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Dixon tries to roll over but Nagasaki keeps him under control.
Dixon has hold of Nagasaki's hands but Nagasaki slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nagasaki lands with a punch from half guard.
Dixon is not content to let Nagasaki control the position.
Nagasaki lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Nagasaki lands with a punch from half guard. #T1#
Nagasaki wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dixon keeps working. #SUB#
Nagasaki seems to be looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dixon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dixon avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nagasaki.
Dixon is positioning himself well to prevent Nagasaki advancing to mount.
Nagasaki thows a huge punch but Dixon dodges it nicely.
Nagasaki lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB#
Nagasaki is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Nagasaki looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dixon manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Dixon preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nagasaki is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Nagasaki got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dixon has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nagasaki has managed to get both his arms back between Dixon's legs - danger averted.
Nagasaki lands a couple of digs.
Nagasaki loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dixon keeping moving, preventing Nagasaki from controlling successfully.
Nagasaki makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T3#
Nagasaki pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dixon is keeping the position for now.
Nagasaki trying to control but Dixon is working from the bottom.
Dixon is trying to keep Nagasaki in close.
Dixon has momentary wrist control but Nagasaki slips an elbow through the middle.
Nagasaki won't allow Dixon to sweep him here.
Nagasaki landing with the ground and pound.
Nagasaki is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Dixon not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nagasaki stands up over Dixon, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB2#
Dixon is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Our spies down at at King's Cross MMA inform us that Dixon has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T4#
Nagasaki throwing strikes but missing.
Nagasaki distracts Dixon with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Nagasaki passes Dixon's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Ground and pound from Nagasaki.
Dixon tries to get to full guard but Nagasaki has control of the leg.
Dixon has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nagasaki is working away from the top position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nagasaki wants to control but Dixon is keeping him busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yuro Nagasaki dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Dixon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nagasaki.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Nagasaki.
Dixon takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jab, jab by Dixon - just one landing. #TD#
Nagasaki shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Nagasaki definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Nagasaki throwing strikes but missing.
Nagasaki working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Dixon is trying to keep Nagasaki in close.
Nagasaki with a nice head shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagasaki lands a couple of elbows.
Nagasaki is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dixon can do to turn this around?
Nagasaki is in close to Dixon's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB2#
Dixon is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Nagasaki throwing strikes but missing.
Nagasaki lands a couple of elbows.
Yuro Nagasaki overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dixon looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Nagasaki passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Nagasaki laying and praying for a moment but Dixon takes advantage and regains half guard.
Dixon has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nagasaki is working away from the top position though.
Nagasaki is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T2#
Dixon makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dixon.
Nagasaki trying to control the position from guard on top but Dixon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nagasaki postures up and lands a big shot to Dixon's brow.
Dixon keeping moving, preventing Nagasaki from controlling successfully.
Dixon preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dixon wants to sweep but no luck.
Dixon is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Dixon controls Nagasaki momentarily but Nagasaki frees himself. #T3#
Nagasaki missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nagasaki stopping the sweep attempt from Dixon.
Nagasaki lands a couple of elbows.
Dixon looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nagasaki is one step ahead there.
Dixon keeping moving, preventing Nagasaki from controlling successfully.
Dixon has momentary wrist control but Nagasaki slips an elbow through the middle.
Dixon 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#
Nagasaki tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Dixon has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Nagasaki tries to lock up and control but Dixon gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T4#
Nagasaki slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Dixon is trying to work for a kimura but Nagasaki is defending well. #SUB#
Nagasaki looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Dixon is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nagasaki sees it coming and defends easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nagasaki tries to get to full guard but Dixon has control of the leg.
Nagasaki is not content to let Dixon control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yuro Nagasaki dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Nagasaki shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Dixon has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nagasaki is working away from the top position though.
Nagasaki is stalling here. Dixon is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Nagasaki seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Dixon has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #SUB2#
Dixon is trying to get an arm triangle but Nagasaki is defending well.
Nagasaki tries to improve position but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagasaki manages to get back to half guard.
Nagasaki gets full guard.
Dixon wants to pass the guard but Nagasaki is keeping the position.#T1#
Nagasaki trying to control the position.
Dixon slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Nagasaki manages to get back to half guard.
Nagasaki wants to control but Dixon is keeping busy.
Nagasaki wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Dixon is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Nagasaki trying to control from the bottom.
Darren Dixon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Dixon looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Nagasaki tries to roll over but Dixon keeps him under control.
Nagasaki avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dixon.
Nagasaki is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Dixon is looking for a kimura but Nagasaki is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dixon to get the leverage.
Nagasaki tries to roll over but Dixon keeps him under control.#T3#
Nagasaki slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Nagasaki tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dixon trying to control but Nagasaki is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Nagasaki working for a triangle but Dixon defends it easily. #SUB2#
Dixon drops back looking for a leg! Nagasaki is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nagasaki manages to kick Dixon off! Dixon jumps back into Nagasaki's guard.
Nagasaki wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Yuro Nagasaki is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
A big right from Dixon misses.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nagasaki as he jumps to the side.
Nagasaki drops down looking for a counter takedown but Dixon sprawls and moves away.
Nagasaki displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dixon.
Nagasaki connects with a crisp jab.
Nagasaki misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dixon.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Nagasaki but Nagasaki pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Yuro Nagasaki has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dixon with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Nagasaki to score with a decent uppercut.
Nagasaki misses with an uppercut. Dixon saw that one coming.

And that's the end of the fight!
Yuro Nagasaki showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Nagasaki 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight for Yuro Nagasaki!
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight for Yuro Nagasaki!
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight for Yuro Nagasaki!

Yuro Nagasaki wins by unanimous decision!
An out of breath Yuro Nagasaki thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: C90: Kahn vs. Haskins 2
Date: Mar 19, 2022

#R1#
Dixon shoots for a takedown but Cardona saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Cardona only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Dixon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Cardona lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Dixon has been working on his boxing with his coaches at King's Cross MMA in the buildup to the fight.#CL2#
Cardona drives through and clinches with Dixon against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Cardona.
Cardona can't find room to land a body shot as Dixon controls the action.
Cardona blocking some punches. #BC2#
Cardona breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Cardona misses the jab.
Dixon tries to counter with a takedown but Cardona is quick to defend against it.
Cardona connects with a right hand. Dixon shakes it off.#CL2#
Cardona rushes Dixon and presses him up against the cage.
Cardona wants to get back to striking at distance but Dixon won't allow it.
Dixon misses with a punch to the body.
Dixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dixon can't find room to land a body shot as Cardona controls the action.
Dixon lands a right hand that snaps the head of Cardona backwards.
Cardona lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dixon backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice body punch from Dixon.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Cardona creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Dixon can't find room to land a body shot as Cardona controls the action.
Cardona tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cardona doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dixon swings wildly with an uppercut but Cardona uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Dixon turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Dixon manages to end up in side control.

Cardona explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Cardona misses with a wild body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Dixon on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Cardona lands a jab-cross combination.
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!#CL2#
Cardona closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Dixon tries a body shot but Cardona blocks it.
A nice left hand lands by Cardona.
Dixon blocks a body shot from Cardona.
Cardona lands a nice uppercut.
Dixon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Dixon.
Dixon tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Cardona just stands there and leans against the cage.
Cardona misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cardona misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cardona goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dixon.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dixon.
Cardona throws a punch but it's blocked by Dixon.
Dixon lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Cardona can't find room to land a body shot as Dixon controls the action.
A head punch on the inside from Cardona fails to land.
Dixon cracks Cardona with a nice body shot.
Cardona swings wildly with an uppercut but Dixon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dixon lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Cardona throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cardona.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cardona.
Dixon lands a body shot.
Dixon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dixon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dixon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dixon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cardona's elbow.
Cardona blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dixon misses with a body punch.
Dixon misses with a hook to the ribs. #TD#
Dixon gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #T3#
Dixon works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Dixon is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Cardona is just riding it out for now. Dixon eventually gives up the hold.
Cardona looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB#
Dixon is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Cardona is just riding it out for now. Dixon eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Dixon is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Cardona still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Cardona has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! #T4#
Dixon has one of Cardona's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dixon is looking to regain half guard here but Cardona keeps moving and retains side control.
Cardona tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Dixon is looking for a sweep.
Cardona wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dixon keeps working.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Calixto Cardona 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#
Cardona misses with a two punch combination.
Cardona loads up on a big right hand but Dixon slips the punch.
Dixon appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Cardona lands a jab to Dixon's midsection.
Dixon is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Dixon misses the jab.#CL2#
Cardona has managed to clinch.
Dixon prevents a body shot from Cardona.
Dixon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cardona lands with a right to the head.
Dixon lands a hook that snaps the head of Cardona backwards.
Dixon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Cardona blocks a body shot from Dixon.
Calixto Cardona seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cardona scores with a shot to the side of Dixon's head.
Dixon lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cardona lands a nice uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Cardona.
Dixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Cardona misses with a body punch.
Dixon wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T1##TD#
Dixon has hold of one of Cardona's legs. Cardona is fighting the takedown attempt but Dixon gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Cardona is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Dixon is controlling him.
Dixon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Cardona being controlled here, momentarily.
Dixon passes Cardona's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Cardona tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Dixon manages to move to mount!
Dixon can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Cardona is looking to escape. #T2#
Cardona is really trying hard to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Dixon has control of Cardona's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Cardona regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Cardona tries to buck Dixon off but he can't manage it.
Cardona has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dixon is looking to work his way around to Cardona's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dixon won't let Cardona get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now. #T3#
Dixon with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Cardona squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Dixon content just to control the position here.
Dixon won't let Cardona get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Dixon takes Cardona's back.
Cardona is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Dixon off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Dixon looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Cardona is in a bad position with Dixon working for a choke. Cardona manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment. #SUB#
Dixon had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Cardona defends it easily.
Cardona must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Dixon working a defensive guard but Cardona manages to pass into side control anyway. #T4#
Dixon is being controlled here.
Dixon wants to control but Cardona postures up.
Dixon tries to buck Cardona off but Cardona is having none of it.
Cardona takes a little break here. Dixon wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Dixon is looking to reverse the position.
Cardona working away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Calixto Cardona will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Dixon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cardona.
Dixon tries to move into range but Cardona moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CL2#
Cardona closes the distance and clinches.
A head punch on the inside from Dixon fails to land.
Dixon lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dixon misses with a body punch.
Dixon blocking some punches. #BC2#
Cardona escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dixon tries to clinch there but Cardona circles away.
Cardona scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Cardona throws the left hand but Dixon avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Cardona fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dixon, pushing him back against the cage.
Cardona lands a left hand.
A short right from Cardona on the inside.
Dixon digs a right hand underneath Cardona's ribcage. Cardona let out a lung full of air as it connected.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Dixon tightens his grip and picks Cardona up, before dumping him to the ground. Cardona manages to land in guard.
Dixon trying to control the position from guard on top but Cardona is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Dixon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dixon is working hard here to advance position.
Dixon trying to move into half guard but instead Cardona has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Cardona is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Cardona 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#
Darren Dixon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Dixon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Darren Dixon overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Cardona wants to stand but Dixon is controlling the position.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cardona swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Cardona is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Dixon is controlling him.
Calixto Cardona is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Dixon not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cardona swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dixon wants to control from the top but Cardona keeps moving.
Cardona is looking to stand up but Dixon isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dixon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cardona.
Cardona dips to his left and cracks Dixon with an uppercut!
Dixon takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Cardona fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dixon manages to avoid it.#T4#
Dixon sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Dixon dives in and grabs Cardona's left leg, looking for a takedown. Cardona pushes down on Dixon's head and hops out.
Dixon needs to keep his hands up - Cardona had a free shot at his head there.#CL#
Dixon has taken the fight to the clinch.
Dixon throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dixon.
Cardona prevents the takedown attempt.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dixon.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dixon.
Cardona blocks an uppercut.
Dixon tries a body shot but Cardona blocks it.
Cardona is working Dixon over against the cage.
Cardona misses with a punch on the inside.
A hook to the body from Dixon.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cardona tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.

And that's the end of the fight!
Calixto Cardona comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Cardona 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: C87: Haskins vs. Karelin
Date: Feb 27, 2022

#R1#
A low kick from Liu misses #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Dixon looking to sit in guard and control but Liu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Liu is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Spartan Mixed Martial Arts that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Dixon looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Dixon working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Liu doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Liu manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Dixon working for a triangle but Liu defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Liu avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T1#
Liu tries to stand but Dixon is controlling from the bottom. #SUB2#
Dixon escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Liu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Dixon throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Dixon working for a triangle but Liu defends it easily. #SUB2#
Dixon had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Liu defends it easily.#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.
Liu stopping the sweep attempt from Dixon.#SUB2#
Liu got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dixon has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Liu has managed to get both his arms back between Dixon's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Dixon has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Liu can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Liu preventing the sweep.
Dixon pulls Liu in to control the position.
Our spies down at at King's Cross MMA inform us that Dixon has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T3#
Dixon is trying to keep Liu in close. #SUB2#
Dixon looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Liu passes into half guard.
Dixon is looking to improve his position.
Liu tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Dixon is trying to maintain the position but Liu is very close to passing his half guard.
Dixon wants to get back to full guard.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Dixon trying to hold on to Liu's head to control him but Liu postures up. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dixon wants to improve his position but Liu is controlling well. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Liu walks into a straight right hand from Dixon.
Liu lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A telegraphed right hand from Liu misses the target.
Dixon throws a body punch but Liu moves out of range.
Liu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dixon lunges at Liu with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Liu's hand.
Dixon throws a looping overhand right but Liu ducks down to avoid it.
Dixon lands with an overhand left.
Dixon cracks Liu with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Liu lands with a cross.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Liu.
Liu turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Liu throws a shot from downtown. Dixon moves away and avoids it.
Dixon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Liu sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dixon scores with a decent looking hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon 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#
Dixon misses with a body shot.
Liu looks to score with a jab to the body but Dixon is just out of range.
Dixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Liu.
A big left from Dixon misses.
It looked like Liu wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Liu jabs at Dixon's body.
Balagot Liu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dixon tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Liu defends well and Dixon ends up having to push Liu into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Liu slips a jab from Dixon.
A big right from Liu misses.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but Liu shows good takedown defense.
Dixon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Liu.
Dixon throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice jab there from Liu.
Liu swings for the body but Dixon moves out of range.
Dixon avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Liu finds it's way round the side to connect with Dixon's head.
Liu throws a half hearted mid kick.
Dixon moves out of range of the strikes.
Dixon lands a nice shot to the body.
Liu tries a low kick but Dixon avoids it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dixon misses with a body shot. #T1#
Dixon walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Dixon takes a swing at Liu's ribcage but misses.
Dixon misses with a hook
and Liu counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Liu takes a swing at Dixon's ribcage but misses.
Dixon fails with a takedown attempt.
Balagot Liu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Liu showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dixon.
Liu 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.
Dixon takes a swing at Liu's ribcage but misses.
Jab, jab by Liu - just one landing.
Dixon misses the jab.
Nice defenses there by Dixon.
Liu connects with a solid leg kick.
Dixon throws a sloppy body shot
and Liu counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Liu throws a series of punches but Dixon moves out of range.
Liu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Liu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dixon was well out of range. Poor timing from Liu.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dixon scores with a punch to the head.
Liu lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T2#
Liu lands a nice shot to the body.
Dixon takes a swing at Liu's ribcage but misses.
Good standup being displayed there by Dixon as he connects with a hook.
Dixon takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Balagot Liu is winning the standup battle so far.
Dixon cracks a nice hook into Liu's ribs.
Liu uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dixon.
Balagot Liu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Liu walks into a stiff left hand from Dixon.
Dixon connects with the punch.
Liu slips a jab from Dixon.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Liu throws a chopping leg kick but Dixon manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Dixon takes one to the chin there.
Dixon gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Liu throws a jab but it's blocked by Dixon.
Liu avoids the body shot from Dixon.
A nice leg kick lands there from Liu.
Dixon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dixon feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lius jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Liu looks to throw the jab but Dixon is out of range.
Liu throws a jab but it's blocked by Dixon.
Liu connects with an inside leg kick.#T3#
Dixon 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.
A big right from Liu misses.
Liu throws a leg kick which misses Dixon's front leg but catches the back leg as Dixon tries to avoid it.
Dixon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dixon misses with a hook
and Liu counters with a straight right hand.
A solid leg kick lands there for Liu.
A big left from Liu misses.
Dixon changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A swing and a miss from Dixon.
A slow jab from Dixon misses its intended target.
Dixon misses with an uppercut. Liu saw that one coming.
Liu scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dixon in his tracks.
Dixon shoots in but no luck this time.
Liu lands a leg kick that knocks Dixon off balance momentarily.
Dixon throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Liu moves away.
Liu walks into a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dixon uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Dixon darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Liu scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dixon's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T4#
Dixon's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Liu connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dixon scrambles back to his feet.
Liu misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a single leg into guard. Liu didn't expect that.
Dixon passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Dixon is trying to work for a kimura but Liu is defending well.
Dixon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Liu keeps working. #SUB2#
Dixon is looking for a kimura here.
Darren Dixon has got the better of the ground game so far.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dixon is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Balagot Liu dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Dixon lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Liu lands the left hand.
Liu throws a big shot that misses.
Liu fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dixon misses with a wild body shot.
Liu throws a hook but Dixon blocks it.
Dixon lunges at Liu with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Liu's hand.
Liu throws the left hand but Dixon avoids the punch easily.#TD2#
Liu tries to sprawl but Dixon drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Dixon is working for a submission of some sort.
Liu is not content to let Dixon control the position.#T1##SUB2#
Dixon is looking for a kimura here.
Dixon is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Dixon is looking for a kimura here. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Dixon is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Liu doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dixon.
Dixon wants to control but Liu is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Dixon is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Liu is just riding it out for now. Dixon eventually gives up the hold.
Dixon passes to side control. #T3##SUB2#
Dixon goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Liu has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Dixon but great work by Liu.
Dixon is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Liu's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Dixon trying to control but Liu postures up. #T4#
Dixon is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Liu's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Liu's back!#SUB2#
Liu is trying to defend against the choke here but Dixon has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Dixon Tightens the hold and Liu taps out furiously! Dixon displays superior BJJ to win the fight.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Darren Dixon!
In his post fight interview, Darren Dixon started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: GAMMA#932 Karim v Joe
Date: Feb 05, 2022

#R1#
Whiplash stuns Dixon with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A big left from Dixon misses.
Dixon just misses with a punch to the body.
Dixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Whiplash doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Whiplash scores with a three punch combo!
Whiplash misses with a jab to the body
and Dixon counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Whiplash staying out of range there.
Whiplash is looking to chop away at Dixon's legs.
Whiplash misses with a looping right.
Whiplash drops his hands momentarily and Dixon takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Whiplash is looking to slow Dixon down with leg kicks. #TD#
Dixon 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.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Whiplash keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dixon wants to pass the guard but Whiplash is keeping the position.
Whiplash is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T1#
Dixon wants to control from the top but Whiplash keeps moving.
Whiplash wants to stand up but Dixon is controlling him.
Dixon looking to sit in guard and control but Whiplash gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Dixon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Whiplash defends well.
Whiplash trying to control the position from guard on top but Dixon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Whiplash postures up and lands a big shot to Dixon's brow. #T2#
Dixon preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dixon can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Whiplash controls the pace.
Dixon not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dixon keeping moving, preventing Whiplash from controlling successfully.
Dixon has momentary wrist control but Whiplash slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB#
Dixon working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Whiplash doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Dixon is tightening it up a little... Whiplash has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Whiplash reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Whiplash taps out! Nice BJJ there by Dixon!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Darren Dixon!
A very excited looking Darren Dixon 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: GAMMA#927 Khan v Kodjia
Date: Jan 01, 2022

#R1#
Dixon swings widly with a right hand #CL#
and De Andrade moves into the clinch.
Dixon prevents a body shot from De Andrade.
A short right from De Andrade.
Still in the clinch, De Andrade scores with a nice short uppercut.
De Andrade misses with some punches. #BC2#
Dixon breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A slow jab from Dixon misses its intended target.
De Andrade has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Zero Tolerance in the buildup to the fight.
De Andrade doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jab from Dixon.
Dixon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dixon lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Dixon ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Darren Dixon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dixon throws an overhand right that lands on De Andrade's shoulder, as De Andrade tries to avoid the shot.
De Andrade is looking to counter the offense by Dixon and move into the clinch.
De Andrade takes a jab right on the kisser.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#KD#
Oooooh!!! De Andrade has knocked Dixon down with a huge combo! De Andrade steps away and waves a wobbly Dixon back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Dixon is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Darren Dixon has been cut.
Dixon avoids the head kick by De Andrade. #TD2#
Dixon closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into De Andrade's guard.#T1#
Dixon stops De Andrade from standing up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dixon looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
De Andrade wants to get back to his feet but Dixon is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
De Andrade trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#ES#
De Andrade pushes Dixon off and scrambles back to his feet.
Dixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
De Andrade misses with an uppercut.
Dixon throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent De Andrade stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T2##TD2#
Dixon looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for De Andrade!
De Andrade tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
De Andrade wants to get back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Dixon is persistently looking for the submission but De Andrade is defending it well. #SUB2#
Dixon is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #SUB2#
Dixon is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
De Andrade wants to get back to his feet. #T3#
Well, with Dixon on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before De Andrade is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial. #SUB2#
De Andrade defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Dixon's arms.
Dixon biding his time, controlling De Andrade.
De Andrade wants to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
De Andrade is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent. #T4#
What can De Andrade do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
De Andrade is trying to stand back up.
Dixon wants to control but De Andrade is keeping busy.#SUB2#
Dixon looking for the RNC.
De Andrade wants to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Darren Dixon's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
De Andrade keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dixon.
Dixon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A jab from Dixon misses.
De Andrade avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dixon connects with a nice looking jab.
Dixon looks to throw the jab but De Andrade is out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dixon, as that shot connected.
De Andrade throws a hook to the side of Dixon's head but Dixon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
De Andrade scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Dixon changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon lands with a nice body punch.
De Andrade fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Dixon fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dixon moves away from the strike by De Andrade.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
De Andrade wants to slow Dixon down by chopping away at his legs.
Marcelo Costa De Andrade is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
De Andrade gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
De Andrade takes a body punch but keeps moving.
De Andrade walks into a stiff left hand from Dixon.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dixon, as that shot connected.
Dixon swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dixon connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
De Andrade has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dixon finds it's way round the side to connect with De Andrade's head.
Dixon throws a hook to the side of De Andrade's head but De Andrade sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dixon throws out a loose jab but De Andrade uses good head movement to avoid it.
De Andrade throws a hook but Dixon blocks it.
De Andrade misses with a double jab.
Dixon with the counter takedown but De Andrade avoids it easily.
Dixon lands with a cross. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dixon throws out a loose jab but De Andrade uses good head movement to avoid it.
De Andrade scores with a leg kick.
Dixon showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from De Andrade.
Dixon lands a slapping body shot.
Dixon cracks a nice hook into De Andrade's ribs.
De Andrade uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dixon.
Dixon misses with a two punch combination. #TD2#
Dixon closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into De Andrade's guard.
Dixon trying to control but De Andrade is working from the bottom.
Dixon won't allow De Andrade to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. De Andrade swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dixon trying to control the position from guard on top but De Andrade is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dixon works a leg free and moves into half guard.
De Andrade looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB2#
Dixon is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
De Andrade wants to get back to his feet.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Dixon tries to pass to full mount but De Andrade defends it.
Dixon prevents De Andrade from standing back up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
De Andrade looks to land a right hand but Dixon moved out of range.
Dixon feints the counter takedown.
Dixon connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between De Andrade's hands.
Nice body punch from Dixon. #TD2#
Dixon looking to score a takedown here. De Andrade is defending well but Dixon drives through and ends up in De Andrade's guard.
Dixon trying to control the position from guard on top but De Andrade is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
De Andrade wants to stand up but Dixon is controlling him.
Dixon passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Dixon is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but De Andrade is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
De Andrade is not content to let Dixon control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Darren Dixon's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
De Andrade throws a head kick that misses.
Dixon swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dixon avoids the body shot from De Andrade.
Dixon scores with a nice right hand.
Dixon with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling De Andrade to counter with a crisp jab.
De Andrade slips under a jab from Dixon.
Darren Dixon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dixon walks into a stiff left hand from De Andrade.
De Andrade ducks under a wild hook from Dixon.
De Andrade wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Dixon works the jab nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon shoots and misses #CL#
and De Andrade counters by moving into the clinch.
Dixon is looking to take this one to the mat.
Marcelo Costa De Andrade has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Dixon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dixon is looking for a takedown.
Dixon is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC#
De Andrade's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Dixon lands with a nice body punch. #TD2#
Dixon closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB2#
Dixon wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by De Andrade, who protects the arm well.
De Andrade wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#SUB2#
Dixon thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
De Andrade is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Dixon asserts his dominance and retains side control.#ES#
De Andrade explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Nice defenses there by De Andrade.#T2#
De Andrade misses with a wild body shot.
De Andrade ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dixon throws the left hand but De Andrade avoids the punch easily.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dixon misses with a straight left.
Dixon missing with a left hand there. De Andrade was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dixon throws out a powerful jab.
Dixon misses with a hook.
Dixon missing with a left hand there. De Andrade was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dixon throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dixon. De Andrade does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little feinted left hand from De Andrade on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dixon thows a left - swing and a miss!
De Andrade was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
De Andrade jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Dixon lands a straight punch to the body, keeping De Andrade at a distance.
Dixon throws out a powerful jab.
De Andrade jabbing away but nothing is landing.
De Andrade keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dixon stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
De Andrade takes one to the chin there.
Dixon just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like De Andrade wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dixon misses the shot to the body.
Dixon looks to score with a jab to the body but De Andrade is just out of range.
Dixon keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Dixon's jab looks to have found its range, popping De Andrade under the eye.
Dixon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as De Andrade throws out the jab. #TD2#
Dixon scores with a takedown into De Andrade's guard.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dixon stops De Andrade from standing up.
Dixon trying to control the position from guard on top but De Andrade is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dixon prevents De Andrade from getting back to his feet.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. De Andrade swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dixon trying to control but De Andrade is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
De Andrade on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Darren Dixon's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Dixon with a jab.
Dixon looks to throw the jab but De Andrade is out of range.
De Andrade slips a jab from Dixon.
Dixon fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
De Andrade defending well as Dixon loads up on a big left hand.
De Andrade is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Dixon slips a straight right by De Andrade.
Dixon throws a shot from downtown. De Andrade moves away and avoids it.
Dixon changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon scores with a punch to the head.
Dixon misses with a hook.
Dixon dives in and grabs De Andrade's left leg, looking for a takedown. De Andrade pushes down on Dixon's head and hops out.
De Andrade staying out of range there.#T1#
De Andrade steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dixon.
Dixon misses with a straight right.
A little feinted left hand from De Andrade on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
De Andrade misses the jab.
Dixon moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
De Andrade slips under a jab from Dixon.
Dixon misses the jab.
De Andrade tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Dixon manages to circle out of the way.
Dixon clobbers De Andrade with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A big left from Dixon misses.
De Andrade swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dixon misses with a straight left.
De Andrade scores with a nice strike.
Dixon swings for the body but De Andrade moves out of range.
As Dixon tries to get set, De Andrade tries to push him back and clinch up but Dixon manages to avoid the attempt.
De Andrade tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dixon was well out of range. Poor timing from De Andrade.#T2#
De Andrade takes one on the button.
De Andrade keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dixon.
Dixon with a poor takedown
and De Andrade counters with a straight right hand.
Dixon connects with a single shot there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dixon lands a right hook to the body.
De Andrade looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Some wild striking there from De Andrade. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
De Andrade tries to work over Dixon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
De Andrade manages to break the clinch.
De Andrade takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T3#
Dixon shoots in but De Andrade avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Marcelo Costa De Andrade has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Dixon throws a jab but it's blocked by De Andrade.
Dixon misses with an uppercut. De Andrade saw that one coming.
Dixon lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Dixon blocks a jab.
Dixon changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but De Andrade moves away.#CL#
De Andrade instigates a clinch.
Dixon lands a left hand.
Dixon misses with a body punch.
De Andrade lands a right hand. #TD2#
Dixon has De Andrade pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Dixon pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending De Andrade tumbling to the mat - Dixon dives into De Andrade's guard.

De Andrade scrambles and gets back to his feet. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dixon throws a body shot but no joy.
Dixon moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CL#
De Andrade gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Dixon is trying to drag De Andrade to the mat but De Andrade just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Dixon wants to take the fight to the mat but De Andrade manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
De Andrade blocks a punch to the side of the head.
De Andrade digs a right hand underneath Dixon's ribcage. Dixon let out a lung full of air as it connected.
De Andrade tries to work over Dixon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
De Andrade misses with a shot to the kidneys.
De Andrade lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Dixon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
De Andrade stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC#
De Andrade breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
De Andrade loads up on a big right hand but Dixon slips the punch.
De Andrade is looking to chop away at Dixon's legs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Darren Dixon will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Darren Dixon's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
De Andrade takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
De Andrade misses with an uppercut.
Dixon changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
De Andrade looks to throw the jab but Dixon is out of range.
De Andrade attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A jab from Dixon does it's job there.#CL#
De Andrade takes the fight into the clinch.
De Andrade digs a right hand underneath Dixon's ribcage. Dixon let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Dixon lands a hook that snaps the head of De Andrade backwards.
A body shot lands from Dixon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Andrade stops a takedown attempt from Dixon.
Dixon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dixon lands with a short shot to the head.
Dixon prevents a body shot from De Andrade.
De Andrade struggles to land a body shot inside as Dixon controls his hands.
Dixon stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T1#
Dixon lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt De Andrade or not.
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.#TD2#
Dixon turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Dixon trying to control the position but De Andrade is working away.
Dixon prevents De Andrade from escaping the position.
Dixon is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
De Andrade is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Dixon asserts his dominance and retains side control.#SUB2#
Dixon tries for a kimura but De Andrade is defending well.
De Andrade being controlled for a moment.
De Andrade is trying to get back to his feet.#T2#
De Andrade prevents Dixon from moving into mount.
De Andrade is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Dixon has just dragged him back down to the mat.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
De Andrade moves away from the strike by Dixon.
De Andrade tries to counter by clinching up but Dixon breaks away and moves out of range.
De Andrade uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dixon.
De Andrade takes one to the side of the head. #TD2#
Dixon looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for De Andrade!#T3#
Dixon wants to lay and pray for a moment but De Andrade keeps working.
Dixon might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control De Andrade haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Marcelo Costa De Andrade has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
De Andrade is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Dixon has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Dixon wants to lay and pray for a moment but De Andrade keeps working.
De Andrade is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dixon avoids the strikes from the bottom by De Andrade.#SUB2#
Dixon tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
De Andrade is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Dixon is controlling him well.#SUB2#
Dixon working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
De Andrade throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
De Andrade misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Darren Dixon is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB2#
Dixon is trying to get an arm triangle but De Andrade is defending well.
Dixon wants to control but De Andrade is keeping him busy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Darren Dixon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Dixon winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 45:50
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 45:50
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 45:50

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: GAMMA#924 Vincible v Karim
Date: Dec 11, 2021

#R1#
Dixon takes a jab right on the kisser.
Dixon throws a hook but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Sitsongrit looks to throw the jab but Dixon is out of range. #CL2#
Dixon moves into the clinch successfully.
I was talking to Sitsongrit's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Dixon lands a body punch in the clinch.
Dixon lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sitsongrit backwards.
Dixon misses with a punch on the inside.
Dixon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dixon jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Sitsongrit walks away with a smile on his face. Dixon gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Dixon staying out of range there.
Dixon scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A big right from Dixon misses.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick as Dixon jumps back.
Sitsongrit takes one to the side of the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon tries to clinch up.
Dixon moves out of range of the body kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sitsongrit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dixon.
Dixon lands the left hand.
Dixon throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping right.#T1#
A leg kick checked by Dixon.
Sitsongrit dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dixon.
Dixon avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sitsongrit takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jab by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dixon is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Dixon throws a body shot but no joy.
Sitsongrit scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dixon doesn't seem bothered though.
A telegraphed right hand from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Sitsongrit walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Dixon checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Dixon just misses with a punch to the body. #CL#
Sitsongrit rushes Dixon and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.
Dixon's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sitsongrit stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Dixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Dixon cracks Sitsongrit with a nice body shot.
Dixon tries to throw a body punch but Sitsongrit avoids it by throwing Dixon back against the cage.
Sitsongrit prevents a takedown attempt there.
Sitsongrit works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Dixon working aggressively here.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.
Sitsongrit working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sitsongrit lands an uppercut.
Dixon scores with a shoulder strike.
Dixon misses with a body punch.
Sitsongrit is pressed up against the cage. Dixon 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.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the side of Dixon's head but Dixon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dixon takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Dixon cracks Sitsongrit with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Dixon moves out of range.
A big right from Sitsongrit misses.
Dixon appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dixon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sitsongrit.
Dixon has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sitsongrit.#T3#
Dixon ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit loads up on a big right hand but Dixon slips the punch.
Darren Dixon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dixon connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sitsongrit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dixon.
Dixon throws a hook but Sitsongrit avoids it easily.
Dixon looks to throw the jab but Sitsongrit is out of range.
Dixon dives in and grabs Sitsongrit's left leg, looking for a takedown. Sitsongrit pushes down on Dixon's head and hops out.
A jab lands there for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but Dixon moves out of range easily.
Sitsongrit wants to slow Dixon down by chopping away at his legs.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Dixon counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB2#
Dixon is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sitsongrit is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sitsongrit seems a little lost for a moment, as Dixon dominates the positioning.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Dixon tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Dixon has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Sitsongrit is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T4#
Sitsongrit tries to improve position but can't.
Sitsongrit seems a little lost for a moment, as Dixon dominates the positioning.
Sitsongrit is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Dixon is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sitsongrit knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dixon working away.
Sitsongrit is trying to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Dixon missing with a left hand there. Sitsongrit was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dixon moves away from the strike by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Dixon misses with a hook
and Sitsongrit counters with a stiff right hand.
Dixon lands with a nice body punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Dixon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dixon looks to score with a jab to the body but Sitsongrit is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Sitsongrit on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sitsongrit throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A left lands for Dixon.
Sitsongrit misses with a right hand
and Dixon counters with a nice uppercut.
Sitsongrit will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Sitsongrit is looking to chop away at Dixon's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit is winning the standup battle so far.
Sitsongrit throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Dixon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sitsongrit staying out of range there.
As Dixon backs away, Sitsongrit returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#CL#
Sitsongrit closes the distance and clinches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sitsongrit creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Dixon throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sitsongrits head.
Still in the clinch, Dixon scores with a nice short uppercut.
Dixon lands with a left to the head.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A short left from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dixon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sitsongrit misses with the head strike.
Sitsongrit lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Dixon avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage. #BC2#
Dixon's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sitsongrit thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sitsongrit takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Sitsongrit avoids a punch combination nicely.
Sitsongrit fires out a quick counter leg kick but Dixon just manages to avoid it.
Dixon checks a leg kick nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab from Sitsongrit misses.
Sitsongrit moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
The crowd cheers as Dixon lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sitsongrit doesn't seem phased though.
Dixon throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range. #T2#
Sitsongrit with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Dixon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#CL#
Sitsongrit rushes Dixon and presses him up against the cage.
Sitsongrit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dixon.
Sitsongrit blocking some punches.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Dixon avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Dixon avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage. #BC#
Sitsongrit breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but Sitsongrit shows good takedown defense.
Dixon tries for a takedown but Sitsongrit sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Nice shot by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a jab but it's blocked by Dixon.
Dixon scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dixon throws a body shot but no joy.
Sitsongrit throws a push kick but Dixon slaps the foot to one side. #T3#
Dixon misses with a wild body shot.
Dixon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dixon misses with a wild body shot.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dixon misses with a hook
letting Sitsongrit counter with a right hand.
Sitsongrit connects with a nice looking jab.
Dixon checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Sitsongrit tried to score with a low kick but Dixon checks it.
Sitsongrit tries to land a leg kick but Dixon saw it coming and moves away.
Dixon is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD2#
Dixon drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Sitsongrit looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Dixon puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #SUB2#
Dixon is looking for a kimura but Sitsongrit is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dixon to get the leverage.
Dixon stalling.
Sitsongrit wants to get back to his feet.#T4##SUB2#
Sitsongrit is defending against the submission attempts here by Dixon.
Sitsongrit is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Sitsongrit won't allow Dixon to pass to mount.
Sitsongrit wants to get back to full guard.
Sitsongrit works his way to full guard. Good work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sitsongrit wants to stand and escape but Dixon is having none of it.
Sitsongrit is trying to keep Dixon in close.
Sitsongrit can't keep his opponent in guard - Dixon advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
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 Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit 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.#R3#
Dixon tries to clinch up.
Sitsongrit throws an overhand right that lands on Dixon's shoulder, as Dixon tries to avoid the shot.
Dixon with a hook.
Dixon scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Sitsongrit gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick.
Dixon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dixon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Dixon misses with a looping left.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sitsongrit darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Sitsongrit looks to score with a jab to the body but Dixon is just out of range.
Dixon fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook. Dixon ducked under it nicely.
Sitsongrit tries to work over Dixon's front leg with a kick but Dixon checks it.
Sitsongrit showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dixon.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but Sitsongrit shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.#T1#
Dixon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
It seemed like Dixon was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sitsongrit jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dixon scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sitsongrit in his tracks.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Dixon throws a predictable looking body shot
and Sitsongrit makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
Dixon lands with a shot to the body.
Dixon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dixon takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses.
Dixon throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sitsongrit stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Dixon checks the leg kick.
Dixon scores with a jab to the body.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick.
Dixon dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sitsongrit misses the shot to the body.
A jab from Dixon misses.
Sitsongrit throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dixon slips a straight right by Sitsongrit.
Dixon lands with a nice body punch.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
Dixon loads up on a big right hand but Sitsongrit slips the punch.
Dixon checks a leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Dixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice jab there from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dixon comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Dixon avoids it easily.
A clash of legs there as Dixon blocks the low kick.
Dixon lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Dixon misses with a hook
and Sitsongrit counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dixon misses with a straight left.
Dixon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
It seemed like Dixon was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sitsongrit turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Sitsongrit but Sitsongrit pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.#T3#
Dixon moves out of range of the leg kick from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sitsongrit there as he acknowledges the shot.
Sitsongrit with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but Dixon sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Dixon moves away from the strike by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit 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.
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dixon.
A clash of legs there as Dixon blocks the low kick.
Dixon connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #TD2#
Dixon shoots in and gets a takedown into Sitsongrit's guard.

Sitsongrit is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Dixon presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sitsongrit lands a shoulder strike.
A shot in the inside from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A right hand to the body from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
A nice left hand lands by Dixon.
A right hand to the body from Sitsongrit.
Nice body punch from Dixon - that landed with a thud.
Sitsongrit pushes Dixon back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dixon prevents a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Dixon lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short uppercut from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries a body shot but Dixon blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sitsongrit.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dixon.
Dixon is looking to take this one to the mat.
Dixon is struggling to control the position.
Dixon blocks a body shot from Sitsongrit.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Sitsongrit is pressed up against the cage. Dixon 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 fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dixon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sitsongrit lands a jab.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Dixon throws a hook to the side of Sitsongrit's head but Sitsongrit sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dixon.
Dixon swings for the body but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Dixon looks to land a left hand but Sitsongrit moved out of range nicely.
Dixon clobbers Sitsongrit with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sitsongrit with a nice cross.
Sitsongrit uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dixon.
Dixon looks to land a right hand but Sitsongrit moved out of range.
Dixon misses with a hook. Sitsongrit ducked under it nicely.
Sitsongrit takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Dixon slips under a jab.
Sitsongrit lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Nice body punch from Dixon.
Dixon stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a nice outside leg kick.
A jab from Dixon misses.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Dixon moves out of range.
A nice side step and Dixon releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T1#
Sitsongrit connects with a body shot that sends Dixon's belly button to the back.
Dixon slips under a jab.
Dixon scores with a jab.
Dixon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sitsongrit.
Dixon throws an overhand right that lands on Sitsongrit's shoulder, as Sitsongrit tries to avoid the shot.
Dixon shoots and misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a straight right hand.
Sitsongrit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dixon.
Dixon throws a predictable looking body shot
and Sitsongrit counters with a stiff right hand.
Dixon looks to score with a jab to the body but Sitsongrit is just out of range.
Sitsongrit swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
Sitsongrit takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Dixon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sitsongrit throws out the jab.
Sitsongrit fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dixon takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Sitsongrit throws a looping overhand right but Dixon ducks down to avoid it.
Dixon is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A jab from Dixon does it's job there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dixon connects with a jab.#T2#
Sitsongrit scores with a jab.
Dixon thuds a left hand into Sitsongrit's body.
Dixon bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sitsongrit's head backwards.
Dixon shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Dixon misses with a hook. Sitsongrit ducked under it nicely.
It looked like Sitsongrit wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dixon looks to land a right hand but Sitsongrit moved out of range.
Sitsongrit avoids the body shot from Dixon.
Dixon moves out of range as Sitsongrit strikes.
Dixon takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dixon's head backwards.
Dixon throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Sitsongrit appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Dixon throws out a loose jab but Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sitsongrit misses with a wild body shot.
Dixon has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Sitsongrit looks to score with a jab to the body but Dixon is just out of range.
Dixon misses the shot to the body.
Sitsongrit defending well as Dixon loads up on a big left hand.
Dixon digs a good body shot into Sitsongrit's ribs.#T3#
A jab from Dixon misses.
Sitsongrit scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL#
Sitsongrit gets a clinch.
Sitsongrit lands a nice uppercut.
Sitsongrit keeps control of Dixon as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Dixon is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Sitsongrit gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Dixon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dixon is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Sitsongrit gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Dixon lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dixon tries to score a body lock takedown but Sitsongrit shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Sitsongrit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dixon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dixon lands a body punch in the clinch. #T4#
Dixon misses with a punch to the body.
Dixon drops down looking for an ankle pick but Sitsongrit pulls his leg out and moves away.
A jab from Dixon misses.
Dixon's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sitsongrit connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Dixon looks to throw the jab but Sitsongrit is out of range.
Dixon misses with a lunging right hand #CL#
and Sitsongrit holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Sitsongrit lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dixon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dixon is trying to drag Sitsongrit to the mat but Sitsongrit just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Dixon lands a right hand.
Dixon is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Sitsongrit pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Dixon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Sitsongrit fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dixon on the side of the head.
Dixon lands a glancing blow to the side of Sitsongrit's head.
A jab from Dixon does it's job there.
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dixon.
Sitsongrit misses with a leg kick.
Dixon shoots in but no luck this time. #CL#
Dixon tries to keep at a distance but Sitsongrit has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dixon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dixon has Sitsongrit pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Sitsongrit manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A head punch on the inside from Sitsongrit fails to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Dixon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dixon lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dixon working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T1#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sitsongrit.
Dixon is looking to take this one to the mat.
Dixon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A hook to the body from Sitsongrit.
Dixon throws a punch but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
Dixon is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Dixon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sitsongrit's elbow.
Sitsongrit lands a hook that snaps the head of Dixon backwards.
Dixon makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sitsongrit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dixon has a couple of punches blocked by Sitsongrit.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dixon.
Dixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Darren Dixon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Sitsongrit swings wildly with an uppercut but Dixon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dixon is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Sitsongrit blocks a body shot from Dixon.
Dixon has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Dixon tries to work over Sitsongrit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dixon is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit is defending well.
Dixon tries for a takedown. No joy.
Dixon goes for a takedown in the clinch but Sitsongrit prevents it.
Dixon is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Dixon lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Dixon tries to work over Sitsongrit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sitsongrit blocks an uppercut. #T3#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sitsongrit creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dixon can't get the takedown.
A head punch on the inside from Dixon fails to land.
Dixon throws a punch but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
Dixon misses with a punch on the inside.
Dixon wants a takedown.
Sitsongrit lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Sitsongrit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit lands with a left to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Sitsongrit fails to land.
Dixon pushes Sitsongrit back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dixon misses with a body punch.
Dixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dixon looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T4#
Dixon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dixon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sitsongrit struggles to land a body shot inside as Dixon controls his hands.
Dixon misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dixon wants to break the clinch but can't.
A body shot lands from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Dixon.
Dixon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Dixon.
Dixon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dixon misses with a punch on the inside.
Dixon struggles to land a body shot inside as Sitsongrit controls his hands.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Darren Dixon.
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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 49:46
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 50:45
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit!
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit retains his featherweight title!
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit 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: GAMMA#920 Papa v Raffington
Date: Nov 13, 2021

#R1#
Dixon moves in looking to clinch but Kid pushes him off.
Kid on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kid displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dixon throws out the jab.
Dixon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dixon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kid. #TD2#
Dixon tries to sprawl but Kid drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Kid is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dixon has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Dixon wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kid lands with a punch from half guard.
My spies in The House Of Pain inform me that Kid has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Kid controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Kid seems to be looking for submissions. #T1#
Dixon has hold of Kid's hands but Kid slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Dixon is trying to get back to full guard.
Dixon is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kid's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kid's back!#SUB#
Dixon sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Kid taps out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Darren Dixon!
After the fight, Darren Dixon 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: GAMMA#916 Papa v Roland
Date: Oct 16, 2021

#R1#
Dixon checks a low kick from Dee.
A jab from Dee finds it's way through Dixon's defenses.
Dee's corner calls for a 1-2. Dee obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Dee misses with a head kick.
Dixon takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dee looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Dee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dee fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dixon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Dee throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Dixon throws an overhand right that lands on Dee's shoulder, as Dee tries to avoid the shot.
Dee throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Klay Dee 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.
A big right from Dixon misses.
Dee is looking to counter punch.
Dee feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Dixons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Dee throws a head kick but Dixon moves out of range.
Dee throws a sloppy head kick and Dixon moves out of range easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dee scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dee throws a hook but Dixon blocks it.#T1#
Dee falls off balance throwing a combination
and Dixon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dee. Dixon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dee misses with a left hand
and Dixon counters with a nice uppercut.
Dee throws a shot to the body.
Dixon looks to land a left hand but Dee moved out of range nicely.
As Dixon looks to move away, Dee throws a big counter combo but Dixon just gets out of the way.
Dixon dives in and grabs Dee's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dee pushes down on Dixon's head and hops out.
Dee connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A right-left combo lands from Dee.
Dee fails to land with a series of punches.
Dee misses with a low kick as Dixon jumps back.
Dixon takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jab, jab by Dee - just one landing.
Dixon throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dee connects with a jab.#T2#
Dee tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice body kick there by Dee.
Dee throws a shot from downtown. Dixon moves away and avoids it.
Dee fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dixon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Dee connects with a nice looking jab.
Dee misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
And Dixon tries to counter it with a takedown but Dee pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A swing and a miss from Dee.
A countering left hand to the body from Dixon misses.
Dee walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Dixon checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Dee misses with a right hand
and Dixon counters with a nice uppercut.
Dee misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dee misses the shot to the body.
Dixon tests Dee's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dee lands with a nice body punch. #T3#
Dee lands a head shot.
Dee misses with a straight left.
Dixon feints the counter takedown.
Dee throws out a powerful jab.
Dixon avoids a kick to the body.
Dee takes a swing at Dixon's ribcage but misses.
Dee falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dixon.

Dee scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Dee is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Dixon moves out of range of the body kick from Dee.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dee pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dee throws a big shot that misses.
Dixon just misses with a punch to the body.
Dixon tries to clinch there but Dee circles away.
Dee misses with a body kick.
Dee throws a hook but Dixon avoids it easily.
Dixon feints the counter takedown.#T4#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Dixon crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Dee - the referee stops the clock and Dixon gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Dee. Dixon manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Dixon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dixon with the counter takedown but Dee avoids it easily.
Dixon has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Dixon ducks under a wild hook from Dee.
Dee misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dixon now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Dixon staying out of range there.
Nice defenses there by Dixon.
Dixon throws a jab but it's blocked by Dee.
An attempted straight right counter from Dee misses the target.
Dee takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dee throws a looping overhand right but Dixon ducks down to avoid it.
Dixon with the counter takedown but Dee avoids it easily.
Dixon moves away from the strike by Dee.
Dee takes a jab right on the kisser.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dee throws a head kick that half lands.
Dee throws a sloppy head kick #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #ROC2#Dee is rocked!
Dee regains full guard. Nicely done.
Oh Dee is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Dixon pushing down on Dee's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Dixon is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Klay Dee 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#
Dixon avoids the head kick by Dee.
Dee seems to have got his legs back now.
Dee is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dixon can do to turn this around?
Dee ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
Dixon tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Dee throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nice body punch from Dixon.
Dee throws a right hand that misses
and Dixon counters with a nice uppercut.
Dixon takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dixon takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Dixon misses with an uppercut.
Dixon showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dee.
Dixon swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dee misses with an uppercut. Dixon saw that one coming.
A little jabbing left from Dixon on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Klay Dee is winning the standup battle so far.
Dixon takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dee connects with a leg kick.
Dixon jabs at Dee's body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A telegraphed right hand from Dixon misses the target. #T1#
Dee connects with the punch.
Dee throws a hook to the side of Dixon's head but Dixon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dixon changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Dee scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jab, jab by Dee - just one landing.
Dee misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dee lands a nice looking kick to the body. Dixon takes a step back to recover.
Dee misses with a looping left.
Dixon shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Dixon lands a nice looking body shot.
Dee throws a lazy head kick
and Dixon counters with a right hand to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Dixon scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Klay Dee is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dee throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dee takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dee uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dixon.#T2#
Dixon shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Dee defends it nicely.
Dixon on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #TD2#
Dixon darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Dixon tries to pass to full mount but Dee defends it.
Dixon passes the guard and advances to mount!
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dixon content just to control the position here. #T3##SUB2#
Dixon with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Dee wants to hold on but Dixon pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dee wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Dee is squirming around, avoiding Dixon's attempts to control the action.
Dixon takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Dee is trying to escape the mount.
Dixon trying to control but Dee is having none of it. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dee trying desperately to get to his feet.
Dee is looking to improve his position but Dixon isn't that keen on the idea.
Dee is working hard here to advance position.
Dixon moves to the back.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Dee trying to control but not successfully.
Dee prevents Dixon from getting a body triangle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Darren Dixon will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Dee lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dixon at a distance.
Dixon takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Dee looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Dixon loads up on a big right hand but Dee slips the punch.
Dixon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dixon with the counter takedown but Dee avoids it easily.
Dixon lands a lovely overhand right.
Dee throws a head kick that Dixon semi-blocks.
Dee misses with a hook
and Dixon counters with a nice uppercut.
Dee avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dee throws a head kick that misses.
It seemed like Dixon was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dixon has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dixon there as he acknowledges the shot.#TD2#
Dixon looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T1##SUB2#
Dixon is trying to work for a kimura but Dee is defending well.
Dixon content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Dixon wants to take a breather but Dee is having none of it.
Dixon passes the guard and advances to mount!
Dee really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T2#
Dee prevents Dixon from taking his back.
Dee is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Dixon fails to move to back control.
Dee wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Dixon looking to control and managing it successfully.
Dixon wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Dixon content just to control the position here.
Dee wants to control but Dixon is having none of it.#T3#
Dee is wriggling around trying to escape.
Dixon controlling from mount.
Dee manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Dixon sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Dee is looking to control Dixon's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dee avoid being mounted?
Dixon wants to control but Dee is keeping him busy.
Dixon is thwarting Dee's attempts to control the position.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dee is trying to stand back up but Dixon is controlling him
Dixon is controlling the pace.
Dixon trying to pass the guard but Dee defending well.
Dee is trying to maintain the position but Dixon is very close to passing his half guard.
Darren Dixon has got the better of the ground game so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon trying to control from half guard but Dee is working away. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Dee throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Dee takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dee misses with an uppercut. Dixon saw that one coming.

And that's the end of the fight!
Darren Dixon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Dixon 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 William Gold scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Darren Dixon!
Darren Dixon 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: GAMMA#913 Papa v Raffington
Date: Sep 25, 2021

#R1#
Dixon connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Dixon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fortay.
Dixon misses with an uppercut.
Fortay throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dixon sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dixon drops down looking for a counter takedown but Fortay sprawls and moves away.
Fortay throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dixon sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fortay misses with an uppercut. Dixon saw that one coming.#CL2#
Fortay instigates a clinch.
Dixon misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fortay struggles to land a body shot inside as Dixon controls his hands.
Dixon blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dixon.
Dixon has a couple of punches blocked by Fortay.
Fortay misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fortay lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fortay tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Fortay misses with some punches.
Fortay pushes Dixon back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Dixon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fortay misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fortay lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Still in the clinch, Fortay scores with a nice short uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Fortay. #TD#
Dixon has picked Fortay up - he's going for a ride! Dixon dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Fortay is pressing down on Dixon's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Fortay looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T1##SUB2#
Fortay looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Dixon got a little sloppy there for a moment and Fortay has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dixon has managed to get both his arms back between Fortay's legs - danger averted.
Dixon content to stall in guard here.
Dixon seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Fortay for as long as he can get away with.#SUB2#
Fortay throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Fortay has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dixon can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #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.
Fortay can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Dixon controls the pace.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dixon tries to free his leg and advance position but Fortay is retaining full guard.
Dixon passes Fortay's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Fortay is looking for a sweep. Dixon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Dixon seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Fortay is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

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

Event: GAMMA#909 Clark v Hiro
Date: Aug 28, 2021

#R1#
Storm misses with the combination.
Storm throws a chopping leg kick but Dixon manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A shot to the body from Storm misses
and Dixon counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Good leg kick by Storm.
Dixon tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Storm defends well and Dixon ends up having to push Storm into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Dixon misses with a body punch.
Dixon is looking to break free of the clinch but Storm has double underhooks. #BC2#
Storm manages to break the clinch.
Dixon misses with a body shot.
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
A countering left hand to the body from Storm misses.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm misses with a lunging right hand
and Dixon counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm swings away with a body shot that misses
and Dixon counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Storm thinking.
Storm feints and then cracks Dixon's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dixon down.
Storm throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Storm misses with a looping right.
Dixon takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Dixon scores with a shot to the body.
Dixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dixon half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Dixon is just out of range.
Dixon seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Dixon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm wants to slow Dixon down by chopping away at his legs. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Storm enables Dixon to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Storm manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB2#
Storm has his foot on Dixon's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dixon works his way back into a safe position though.
Dixon sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Storm's guard.
Storm is staying active underneath Dixon, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Storm is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Dixon seems to be looking for submissions. #T2#
Storm is looking to control Dixon's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Storm avoid being mounted?
Storm is concentrating on defense, preventing Dixon from advancing position.
Dixon trying to control from half guard but Storm is working away.
Storm controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Storm moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Dixon advances to half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dixon controlling the action here.
Dixon's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T3#
Dixon wants to free his trapped foot but Storm is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Dixon wants to control but Storm is keeping him busy.
Storm trying to control from the bottom.
Dixon is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Storm tries to get to full guard but Dixon has control of the leg. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dixon is looking to pass Storm's guard but actually Storm recovers to full guard.
Dixon advances position into side control!
Storm can't do much from the bottom here.
Storm is not content to let Dixon control the position.
Storm wants to control but Dixon postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon tries to advance to mount but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon 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#
Dixon blocks a jab.
Dixon swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
Dixon attempts a counter takedown but Storm avoids it well and moves away.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Dixon changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dixon stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Dixon slips under a jab from Storm.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
It seemed like Storm was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dixon feints a jab promting Storm to slip. Dixon then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Storm slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Dixon fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Storm avoids it really well and circles away.
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dixon's head backwards.
Dixon throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Dixon takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nice shot lands for Dixon.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm throws out a leg kick but Dixon moves out of range and Storm only half commits. #T1#
Storm wants to land a leg kick but Dixon is out of range.
Dixon changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dixon tries for a takedown but Storm sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dixon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A slapping leg kick lands for Storm.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dixon manages to avoid it.
Dixon swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Storm throws a fast counter high kick but Dixon manages to duck under it in time.
Storm misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dixon is looking to counter punch.
Dixon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Dixon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Dixon misses the shot to the body.
Storm throws a counter combo.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dixon throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Dixon lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Storm at a distance.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
Dixon throws a sloppy body shot
and Storm counters with a big head kick but Dixon shrugs it off.
Dixon moves out of range of the body kick from Storm.
Storm feints and then cracks Dixon's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dixon down. #T2#
Storm swings for the body but Dixon moves out of range.
Storm moves away from the strike by Dixon.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Storm.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dixon looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm scores with a jab to the body.
Dixon shoots in but Storm avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice body punch from Storm.
Dixon fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Storm avoids it really well and circles away.
Storm buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T3#
Storm misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Dixon checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Dixon is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Storm lands a high kick!
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dixon.
Dixon digs a good body shot into Storm's ribs.
Dixon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dixon or perhaps it was just good defense by Storm, which made it look bad.
Storm lands a nice looking kick to the body. Dixon takes a step back to recover.
Dixon connects with the punch.
Storm with a nice calf kick.
Storm throws a leg kick that misses.
Dixon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Storm scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dixon doesn't seem bothered though.
Storm throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dixon.
Dixon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
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!
Storm throws a nice outside leg kick.
Storm throws a sloppy body shot
and Dixon makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#TD#
Dixon looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Storm being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Storm working for a triangle but Dixon defends it easily.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Storm swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Storm punishes Dixon's body with a nice straight punch.
Dixon misses with a wild body shot.
An inside leg kick from Storm misses.
Dixon attempts a counter takedown but Storm avoids it well and moves away.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
Storm misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Dixon counters with a single leg into guard. Storm didn't expect that.
Storm pulls Dixon in close to prevent any damage.
Storm looking for a sweep. Not yet Storm, not yet.
Dixon controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Storm is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1##SUB2#
Dixon avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Dixon trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Storm had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dixon defends it easily.
Dixon is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Storm throws a body punch but Dixon moves out of range.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Storm misses with an uppercut. Dixon saw that one coming.
Storm scores with a jab.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dixon.
Storm scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Storm lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Dixon digs a good hook to Storm's body.
Dixon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm jabs Dixon to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Storm is looking to slow Dixon down with leg kicks.
Dixon is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Dixon walks into a stiff left hand from Storm.
Dixon fails to land the takedown.
Storm throws a good cross that connects.
Storm tries to score with a low kick but Dixon moves his leg out of the way.#T3#
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dixon.
Dixon lands a right hook to the body.
Dixon moves away from the strike by Storm.
Storm throws a head kick that misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Dixon blocks the leg kick.
Dixon swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dixon shoots in for a double leg but Storm sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A slow jab from Dixon misses its intended target.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dixon.
Storm throws a nice inside leg kick. #TD#
Dixon feints and as Storm raises his hands in defense, Dixon changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Darren Dixon overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Dixon thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Dixon wants to control from the top but Storm keeps moving. #T4#
Storm pulls Dixon in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Storm is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dixon defends well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Lincoln Storm.
I think Storm 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!
Lincoln Storm seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: SFL 88 | Turmoil
Date: Jul 31, 2021

#R1#
Ford throws a wild body kick that Dixon sees coming a mile off.
Dixon is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Ford listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Ford on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Dixon stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ford.
Ford scores with a push kick.
Dixon has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Ford lands a nice hook to Dixon's body. Dixon takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ford lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Ford.
Dixon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ford falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Dixon to counter with a crisp jab.
Dixon lands with a shot to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ford lands a body shot.
Dixon throws an overhand right that lands on Ford's shoulder, as Ford tries to avoid the shot.
Dixon avoids a kick to the body. #T1#
Dixon scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've been told by Ford's head coaches at Heartless Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Dixon dodges the punch combination from Ford.
Dixon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ford misses with a body kick.
Ford looks to land a body kick but Dixon moved away.
Dixon lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Dixon looks to throw the jab but Ford is out of range.
It looked like Ford was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Ford connects with a good right hand that stumbles Dixon. Dixon circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Dixon lands a lovely overhand right.
Dixon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ford.
Ford throws a body kick that misses.
A jab from Ford does it's job there.
Dixon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ford connects with an inside leg kick.#T2#
Ford misses with a double jab
enabling Dixon to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC2#Ford is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ford scores with a shot to the body.
Ford lands a lovely overhand right.
Ford clobbers Dixon with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #TD2#
Dixon throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Ford tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Dixon is in Ford's guard.
Dixon is standing up over Ford. Ford looks to escape but Dixon dives into side control.
Oh Ford is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#REVR#
Ford tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dixon wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Ford is not content to let Dixon control the position.
Ford seems to have got his legs back now.
Ford is looking to regain half guard here but Dixon keeps moving and retains side control. #T3#
Dixon advances to mount.
Dixon takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB2#
Dixon is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Ford to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Ford shrugs it off.
Dixon wants to take Ford's back but he can't do it this time.
Ford is desperately trying to improve his position but Dixon has a good base and remains in mount.
Dixon controlling the pace for now.
Ford is squirming around, avoiding Dixon's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Dixon seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Ford is holding on tight.
Ford is in all sorts of trouble here.
Dixon controlling the position easily from mount.
Dixon looking to control but Ford is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
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 Landon Ford 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#
Dixon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ford.
Dixon is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Ford with a body shot.
Ford is looking to score with low kicks.
Dixon defending well as Ford loads up on a big left hand.
Dixon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ford sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dixon somewhat.
Ford thinks about countering with a head kick.
Dixon checks a low kick from Ford.
Landon Ford seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ford throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Dixon checks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ford misses with a few strikes there.
Ford connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A jab from Ford misses.
Dixon takes one to the chin there.#T1#
Dixon moves away from the strike by Ford.
Ford jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dixon appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Dixon misses with a body shot.
Dixon fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Ford throws a big counter combination but Dixon scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
A telegraphed right hand from Dixon misses the target.
Ford is looking to counter punch.
Ford throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ford misses the jab.
Dixon dives in and grabs Ford's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ford pushes down on Dixon's head and hops out.
Landon Ford has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dixon.
Ford looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Dixon counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Dixon wants to pass to mount but Ford is defending the position.
Ford is looking to control Dixon's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ford avoid being mounted?#T2##SUB2#
Dixon seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Ford is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). 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: SFL 80 | Thunder Bowl
Date: Jun 23, 2021

#R1#
River fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dixon.
Dixon throws a shot from downtown. River moves away and avoids it.
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
River is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Dixon with a body shot.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with River but River pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A low kick from River misses #TD#
and Dixon decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in River's guard.
River keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
River looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
River is looking for a triangle but Dixon pushes his legs off easily.
Dixon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. River is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River trying to control the position.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. River swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Dixon passes River's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Dixon is pressing down on River's thigh, looking to free his foot. River is holding on for now.
Dixon controlling the action here.
River tries to get to full guard but Dixon has control of the leg.
River is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dixon's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dixon's back!
Dixon tries to escape the position. #T2#
Dixon manages to reverse the position and now he's in River's guard. Nice work there by Dixon.
Dixon sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed River's guard. #SUB#
Dixon is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
River is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dixon pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Dixon 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.
River works his way to full guard. Good work.#T3#
Dixon controlling from the top position.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. River swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dixon trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
River has his foot on Dixon's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dixon works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dixon is looking to advance position but River has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
River tries to control but Dixon wriggling away.
Dixon is trying desperately to improve position.
Dixon 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 missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Dixon looking for submissions off his back.
River not landing any meaningful shots this time.
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 Darren Dixon will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Dixon ducks under a wild hook from River.
River keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
River defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dixon.
A countering left hand to the body from River misses.
Dixon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from River.
River steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dixon.
Dixon takes a body punch but keeps moving.
River cracks Dixon with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Dixon shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts River as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
River thows a leg kick but Dixon checks it #TD#
and Dixon counters with a single leg into guard. River didn't expect that.
Dixon looking to sit in guard and control but River gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
River wants to control from the top but Dixon keeps moving.
River stopping the sweep attempt from Dixon.#T1#
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Dixon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Dixon has an active guard here but River has managed to pass into half guard. #SUB#
Dixon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dixon trying to control here.
River throwing shots but Dixon is blocking nicely.
Dixon won't allow River to pass to mount. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Dixon looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
River working Dixon over with strikes.
Dixon is looking for a sweep. River is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Darren Dixon overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
River missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
River is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
River is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T3#
River is figuring out what he wants to do next.
River sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Dixon defending well though.
Dixon moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Dixon is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Dixon 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.
Dixon 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#
River is looking for a sweep. Dixon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Dixon is trying to control the action in half guard but River is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dixon performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
River is trying to control but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
River looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
River trying to control here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bert River showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##TD#
Dixon looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Dixon controlling the action here.
River is looking to improve his position.
Dixon stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dixon content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T1##SUB2#
River is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dixon pulls his head out easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dixon trying to mount his opponent but River defends it.
River is in trouble now - Dixon has advanced to mount!
Dixon can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as River is looking to escape.
River tries to hold on but Dixon pushes him away. #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.
River keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
River is still trying to improve position.
Dixon wants to control the pace but River is squirming around nicely. #T3#
River wants to hold on but Dixon pushes him away.
Dixon can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as River is looking to escape.
River is trying to escape the mount. #SUB#
Dixon swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and River is now in Dixon's guard. A big mistake from Dixon there, giving up the dominant position! #T4#
River distracts Dixon with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Dixon trying to keep a closed guard but River is proving a slippery customer.
River stopping the sweep attempt from Dixon.
River in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Dixon is looking for a triangle here but River uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Dixon is trying to control River's posture but River avoids it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
River lands some shots froms side control.

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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Darren Dixon!
After the fight, Darren Dixon 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 72 | Reloaded
Date: May 22, 2021

#R1#
Hackett lands a really nice looking cross but Dixon seems unphased.
Dixon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hackett.
Dixon ducks under a wild hook from Hackett.
Dixon gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nice defenses there by Dixon.
Nice defenses there by Dixon.
Dixon now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Dixon throws a lazy right hand but Hackett sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hackett misses the shot to the body.
Dixon uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Hackett looks to land a right hand but Dixon moved out of range.
Hackett keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hackett swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dixon doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#TD2#
Dixon dives in and scores a takedown into Hackett's guard.
Hackett is adopting a defensive guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hackett is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hackett keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
Dixon slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T1#
Hackett struggling a bit here.
Dixon is looking to take a break and control but Hackett is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dixon might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hackett haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
Dixon is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Hackett looks calm but he's in trouble here. Dixon gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Hackett is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Dixon lets go of the hold and Hackett can pop his arm back in it's socket.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Darren Dixon!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Darren Dixon made sure he mentioned Conviction, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: SFL 65 | Sitsongrit vs Gunn
Date: Apr 24, 2021

#R1#
Picogram swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Dixon counters with a left to the body.
Picogram moves into range and connects with a jab.
Dixon has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Picogram misses with a left hand
and Dixon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Picogram slips a straight right by Dixon.
A counter left hand to the body from Picogram misses its target.
Dixon misses the jab.
Picogram misses with a left hand
and Dixon cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Dixon shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Dixon lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Picogram wants to improve his position but Dixon is controlling well. #T1#
Dixon missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dixon sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Picogram defending well though.
Dixon not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dixon has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Picogram is staying active underneath Dixon, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Picogram blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dixon.
Dixon misses with a head shot. Picogram uses the momentum to regain guard.
Picogram is trying to control the position but Dixon postures up. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Dixon slips nicely into half guard.
Dixon sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Picogram defending well though.
Dixon is looking to advance position but Picogram won't allow it.
Dixon throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Dixon is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Picogram!
Dixon thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Picogram wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Dixon.
Dixon throwing strikes here but Picogram is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage. #T3#
Dixon misses with a head shot.
Picogram tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dixon looking to ground and pound but Picogram is blocking nicely.
Picogram is bucking up trying to escape but Dixon cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Dixon looking to ground and pound but Picogram is blocking nicely.
Dixon lands a big shot there that rocks Picogram but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Dixon wants to control the pace but Picogram is squirming around nicely.
Poor strikes thrown by Dixon there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Picogram avoids a series of strikes thrown by Dixon.
Dixon unloads with some shots from mount but Picogram bucks and avoids them well.
Picogram knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dixon on the ground.
Picogram is working to get back to half guard. #T4#
Dixon unloads with some shots from mount but Picogram bucks and avoids them well.
Dixon looking to finish with strikes here!
The referee warns Picogram that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dixon looking to control but Picogram is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dixon throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Picogram is in a horrible position here. Dixon smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Picogram blocking the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Picogram fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Dixon is out of range.
A nice side step and Dixon releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Picogram rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dixon.
Dixon keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Picogram's head.#ROC2#Picogram is rocked!
Dixon working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Oh Picogram is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Darren Dixon has got the better of the ground game so far.
Picogram controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dixon 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.
Picogram utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Picogram utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Picogram seems to have got his legs back now.
Picogram keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
Dixon looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Picogram keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully. #T1#
Dixon might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Picogram haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Dixon chips away with some ground and pound.
Picogram trying to keep a closed guard but Dixon is proving a slippery customer.
Dixon with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dixon throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dixon with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dixon throwing strikes from guard but Picogram blocks nicely.
Dixon trying to control but Picogram is working from the bottom.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Picogram swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Dixon works Picogram's body with a nice hook.
Picogram cracks Dixon with a right hand to the side of the head.
Dixon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Picogram.
Picogram misses with an uppercut
and Dixon counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Dixon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Picogram.
Picogram swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Picogram fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dixon manages to avoid it.
Dixon appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#TD2#
Dixon scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Dixon thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Dixon content to control rather than advance.
Picogram avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dixon.
Picogram avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dixon.
Dixon thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Picogram's head. #T4#
Dixon is trying to control. Picogram wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Picogram avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dixon.
Dixon throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Dixon missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Picogram on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Picogram tries to get out of the position.
Dixon sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Picogram defending well though.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Dixon sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Picogram defending well though.
Dixon trying to control the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dixon not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Dixon throws a jab when Picogram was well out of range.
Picogram moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Dixon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Picogram throws a shot from downtown. Dixon moves away and avoids it.
Picogram lands a jab to the nose.
Dixon connects with a good right hand that stumbles Picogram. Picogram circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Picogram misses with a combination #TD2#
and Dixon counters with a nice double leg into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon throws a big elbow that misses.
Dixon throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Picogram works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dixon trying to control the position from guard on top but Picogram is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Dixon throws a big right hand that misses.
Dixon engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Dixon throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Picogram works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dixon throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dixon pushing down on Picogram's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Still in half guard, Dixon seems content to control.
Dixon throwing shots but Picogram is blocking nicely.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Picogram is staying active underneath Dixon, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Dixon not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dixon throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Dixon throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Dixon is figuring out what he wants to do next.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Picogram misses with a leg kick
and Dixon counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Dixon lands a really nice looking cross but Picogram seems unphased. #TD2#
Dixon shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Picogram napping and manages to drive through into side control!#T3#
Dixon scores with a couple of short elbows.
Picogram defending against the ground and pound.
Picogram parries the strikes from Dixon easily there. Dixon is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Picogram to escape.
Picogram is working to avoid the ground and pound but Dixon connects with a decent elbow.
Picogram is trying to escape the position but Dixon is controlling the position.
An elbow from Dixon crashes against the mat.
Dixon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Picogram keeps working.
Dixon moves into full mount! #T4#
Dixon controlling his opponent.
Picogram is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Dixon punching from mount but Picogram doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Dixon thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Picogram really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Darren Dixon 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.
Dixon throwing strikes here but Picogram is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Darren Dixon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Dixon 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 26:30
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Darren Dixon!
After the big win, Darren Dixon made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Conviction and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: SFL 31 | Apex Predators
Date: Dec 09, 2020

#R1#
Halli throws a push kick but Dixon slaps the foot to one side.
Dixon lands a really nice looking cross but Halli seems unphased.
Dixon throws a big shot that misses.
Dixon scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Halli doesn't seem bothered though.
Halli swings widly with a right hand
and Dixon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dixon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Halli.
Halli moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Dixon lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Halli paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Dixon cracks Halli with a right hand to the side of the head.
Dixon has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
A jab from Halli misses.
Dixon tries to clinch but Halli moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Halli swings widly with a right hand #CL#
and Dixon counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Dixon. #T1##TD2#
Halli successfully pulls guard.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Halli swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dixon stays in close to Halli's body and controls the position.
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 Halli is on top in guard. #REVB##SUB#
Dixon is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Dixon looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T2#
Halli pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dixon is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Dixon looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dixon wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Halli looking to pass the guard.
Dixon is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T3##SUB#
Dixon working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Halli doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Halli manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dixon throws his legs up looking for a submission but Halli uses it to pass to side control.
Dixon tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Halli is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Dixon has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Halli working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T4#
Dixon is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Dixon wants to control but Halli postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Halli throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Halli tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Darren Dixon will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Dixon uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Halli has time to react.
Dixon swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Halli.
Dixon slips a straight right by Halli.
Dixon is looking to counter the offense by Halli and move into the clinch.
Halli throws a shot from downtown. Dixon moves away and avoids it.
Halli takes one on the button.
Dixon slips a straight right by Halli.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halli pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dixon is out of range and Halli settles back down.
Halli scores with a nice head shot.
Halli misses with a looping left.
Dixon moves in looking to clinch but Halli pushes him off.#T1#
Halli scores with a sloppy right hand. Dixon should have avoided that one.
Halli throws a hook to the side of Dixon's head but Dixon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dixon was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Halli jabs Dixon to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Dixon lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Halli stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Halli misses with a body shot
and Dixon counters with a nice uppercut.
Halli misses with a wild body shot.
Dixon getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Darren Dixon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A swing and a miss from Halli.
Dixon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Halli. #TD2#
Dixon gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Halli to score an easy takedown into full 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!
Halli throwing strikes but missing. #T2##SUB#
Dixon had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Halli defends it easily.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Halli accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dixon is adopting a defensive guard.
Halli slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T3#
Halli misses with the ground and pound.
Halli working away.
A control attempt from Dixon but he's now mounted!
Halli landing strikes from the mount and Dixon is in trouble!
Reijo Halli has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
Halli landing punches.
Halli avoids the attempt from Dixon to control.
Halli has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Halli landing strikes from the mount.
Dixon is looking to improve his position but Halli isn't that keen on the idea.
Halli avoids the attempt from Dixon to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Reijo Halli showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Halli bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Halli just misses with a punch to the body.
Dixon avoids the head kick by Halli.
Dixon is looking to counter punch.
Halli slips under a jab from Dixon.
Halli avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Halli throws the left hand but Dixon avoids the punch easily.
A quick step to the side and Dixon tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Halli paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Darren Dixon is winning the standup battle so far.
Halli dips to his left and cracks Dixon with an uppercut!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon staying out of range there.
A little feinted left hand from Dixon on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dixon scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Halli doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Halli throws a leg kick that is checked
and Dixon counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Dixon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Halli.
Dixon throws a lazy uppercut
letting Halli counter with a right hand.
Halli takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Dixon lands with a nice body punch. #TD2#
Halli closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Dixon to the mat! Dixon manages to get full guard. #SUB#
Dixon is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Halli is aware though and is defending well.
Halli working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dixon's head.
Halli tries to free his leg and advance position but Dixon is retaining full guard.
Dixon pulls Halli in close to prevent any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dixon working a defensive guard here.
Darren Dixon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB#
Dixon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Halli defends well.#SUB#
Dixon had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Halli defends it easily.#SUB#
Halli avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T3#
Dixon not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Halli is posturing up here but Dixon has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Halli tries to roll out but it's too tight and Halli has to tap! Slick submission there by Dixon!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Darren Dixon!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Darren Dixon waved his t-shirt featuring Conviction's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: SFL 22 | Validation
Date: Oct 24, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hackett throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hackett. Dixon does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Dixon on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hackett moves away.
Hackett jabs at Dixon's body.
Hackett throws an off balance right hand
and Dixon makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Dixon looks to score with a jab to the body but Hackett is just out of range.
Hackett ducks under a wild hook from Dixon.
Hackett throws an off balance right hand
and Dixon counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Hackett.
Dixon definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Dixon cracks a nice hook into Hackett's ribs.
Hackett feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Dixons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Hackett lands with an uppercut that bounces Dixon off the cage and back into range.
Hackett throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dixon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hackett manages to avoid it.
Dixon throws a hook but Hackett avoids it easily.
Dixon on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dixon throws a jab when Hackett was well out of range.#CL#
Dixon drives through and clinches with Hackett against the cage. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hackett.
Dixon lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hackett backwards.
Hackett misses with some punches.
Hackett blocking some punches.
Hackett tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Hackett lands a body punch in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dixon.
Hackett misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dixon misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hackett tries to land knees in the clinch but Dixon avoids the damage to the body. #TD#
Dixon jumps guard. #SUB#
Dixon escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hackett gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hackett trying to control but Dixon is working from the bottom. #T2##SUB#
Dixon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hackett defends well.#SUB#
Dixon has his foot on Hackett's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hackett works his way back into a safe position though.
Dixon looking to control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hackett accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hackett trying to control but Dixon is working from the bottom.
Dixon is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Dixon has his foot on Hackett's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hackett works his way back into a safe position though.#T3##SUB2#
Hackett 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.
Hackett is looking to pass into half guard but Dixon pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Dixon is in guard.#REVR#
Hackett looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Hackett is trying to keep Dixon in close.
Dixon wants to control from the top but Hackett keeps moving. #SUB2#
Hackett looking for a guillotine here but Dixon defends easily. #SUB2#
Hackett is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dixon defends well.#T4#
Hackett is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dixon tries to free his leg and advance position but Hackett is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Hackett looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dixon passes into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon works to advance to full mount. Hackett defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Hackett takes a swing at Dixon's ribcage but misses.
James Hackett has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A jab from Dixon misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Hackett misses.
Dixon is looking to wear down Hackett with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
The fighters circle momentarily. Dixon darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Hackett ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Dixon fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Hackett on the side of the head.
Dixon lands a nice shot that snaps Hackett's head back.
Hackett tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dixon was well out of range. Poor timing from Hackett.
Hackett throws a solid leg kick but Dixon takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Hackett.
Hackett shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Hackett throws a shot from downtown. Dixon moves away and avoids it.
Hackett's corner calls for a 1-2. Hackett obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Dixon moves away from the strike by Hackett.
Hackett moves away from the strike by Dixon.
Dixon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hackett can do to turn this around?
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Dixon checks a leg kick.
Dixon lands a right hook to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hackett scores with a hook.
Dixon blocks a jab.
Hackett avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
James Hackett seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Hackett lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Dixon bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Dixon jabs Hackett to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Hackett misses with a body punch
letting Dixon counter with a right hand.
Hackett 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.
Hackett swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hackett keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice uppercut lands for Dixon. That snapped Hackett's head back.
Hackett misses with a straight right.
Dixon gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hackett.
Hackett swings for the body but Dixon moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Dixon on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Hackett waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dixon.
Dixon staying out of range there.
Hackett throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dixon on the side of the head.
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!
Hackett's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Dixon connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Hackett scrambles back to his feet.#CL#
Dixon moves into the clinch.#T2#
Hackett misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Dixon.
Dixon blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dixon.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hackett.
Hackett misses with a body punch.
Dixon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hackett misses with a punch to the body.
Hackett looking to throw knees to the head but Dixon is blocking nicely.
Hackett lands a left hand.
Dixon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dixon blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Hackett. #TD#
Dixon jumps guard.
Dixon is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hackett slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hackett throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
Hackett wants to control from the top but Dixon keeps moving.
Hackett wants to pass the guard but Dixon is keeping the position.#SUB#
Dixon looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Dixon is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hackett stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dixon swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hackett wants to control from the top but Dixon keeps moving.
Hackett postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Hackett 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 pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hackett is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Hackett is looking for a triangle but Dixon pushes his legs off easily.
Hackett managing to control the position.
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 Darren Dixon will probably get the nod.
That's time! Dixon's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Dixon checks the leg kick.
Hackett ducks under a wild hook from Dixon.
Hackett throws out a counter right but Dixon avoids it with no problem.
Dixon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dixon wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Hackett fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dixon manages to avoid it.
Hackett misses with a jab to the body
and Dixon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hackett scores with a body shot.
Hackett is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Dixon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hackett.
Dixon is looking to counter punch.
James Hackett seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dixon lands with a hook. Hackett tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hackett throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hackett throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dixon jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hackett swings widly with a right hand
enabling Dixon to counter with a crisp jab.
Hackett fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dixon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A jab from Hackett misses.
Hackett waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dixon.#T1#
Dixon checks the leg kick.
Hackett looks to score with a jab to the body but Dixon is just out of range.
Hackett throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dixon counters with a stiff right hand.
A big left from Hackett misses.
Dixon was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Dixon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dixon catches Hackett with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Dixon ducks under a wild hook from Hackett.
Hackett takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Hackett connects with a good right hand that stumbles Dixon. Dixon circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Hackett pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hackett doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hackett tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Dixon is able to avoid easily.
Dixon scores with a hook to the body. Hackett takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Dixon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hackett.
Dixon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hackett.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hackett moves forwards but Dixon connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T2#
Hackett lands a slapping body shot. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hackett crunches a lovely knee into Dixon's ribcage.
Dixon throws a head punch that misses.
Dixon working aggressively here.
Hackett goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A shot in the inside from Hackett.
Hackett has a couple of punches blocked by Dixon.
A head punch on the inside from Hackett fails to land.
Hackett lands with a short shot to the head.
Hackett misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dixon blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hackett goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hackett throws a head punch that misses.
Hackett tries a body shot but Dixon blocks it.
Hackett lands with a short shot to the head.
Hackett misses with a hook to the ribs. #T3##TD#
Dixon jumps into guard, dragging Hackett to the mat.
Hackett throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Dixon has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hackett 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.
Hackett trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dixon not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Hackett drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Dixon dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Hackett is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dixon advances position into side control!#T4#
Hackett wants to control but Dixon postures up.
Hackett strikes from the bottom but Dixon takes advantage and advances to full mount!
Hackett really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hackett tries to hold on but Dixon pushes him away.
Hackett gets back to half guard.
Hackett wants to control but Dixon is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Dixon is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hackett is just riding it out for now. Dixon eventually gives up the hold.
Hackett missing with punches from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to James Hackett.
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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:29
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 29:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: SFL 15 | Lomax Red Panty Night
Date: Sep 27, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dixon connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Finch momentarily. #CL#
Dixon has managed to clinch.
Finch throws a head punch that misses.
Finch blocking some punches.
Dixon definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Finch.
Dixon working aggressively here.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Finch throws a punch but it's blocked by Dixon.
Finch works on Dixon's body with a couple of short punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dixon. #TD#
Dixon has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Finch clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dixon trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Finch is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Dixon keeps control of the position as Finch tries to break free. #SUB#
Finch showing good submission defense here. #T1#
Finch wants to get back to his feet.
Dixon trying to control.
Finch is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Dixon off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Finch trying to get back to his feet but Dixon is in full control for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Dixon looking for the choke from the back. #SUB#
Dixon looking for the choke but no joy.
Finch wants to get back to his feet. #T2##SUB#
Dixon looking for the choke but no joy.
Finch is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Finch 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.#SUB#
Dixon 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, Finch has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least! #SUB#
Dixon tightening his grip on Finch, looking for the choke. #T3##SUB#
Dixon looking for the choke from the back.
Finch is trying to stand back up. #SUB#
Finch showing good submission defense here.
Finch is trying to get back to his feet but Dixon has full control of the position and if anything, Finch has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB#
Finch 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 Dixon gets his way!
Dixon wants to control but Finch is keeping busy.#T4##SUB#
Dixon looking for the choke from the back.
Finch is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB#
Dixon is persistently looking for the submission but Finch is defending it well. #SUB#
Dixon looking to break Finch's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Finch remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Dixon will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Finch is trying to get back to his feet but Dixon has full control of the position and if anything, Finch has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Finch is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Finch throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A jab from Dixon misses.
Finch throws out a counter right but Dixon avoids it with no problem.
Finch avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Finch connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dixon momentarily.
Darren Dixon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Finch blocks a jab.
Dixon is looking to clinch but Finch is avoiding it.
Finch throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Finch fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dixon on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Dixon misses.
Finch misses the jab.
Dixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little jabbing left from Finch on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Finch misses with a hook.#T1#
Finch throws an overhand right that lands on Dixon's shoulder, as Dixon tries to avoid the shot.
Dixon scores with a punch to the head.
Finch cracks Dixon with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Dixon throws a hook to the side of Finch's head but Finch sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Finch has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dixon finds it's way round the side to connect with Finch's head.
Finch keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dixon scores with a sloppy right hand. Finch should have avoided that one.
Finch takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Finch misses with an uppercut. Dixon saw that one coming.
Dixon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Finch lands a jab to the head. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Finch swings widly with a right hand
and Finch takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sloppy strikes from Finch. Those never looked like landing.
Dixon misses with a hook to the body
letting Finch counter with a right hand.
Dixon lands a glancing blow to the side of Finch's head.
Nice defenses there by Dixon.#CL#
Dixon gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Finch swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Finch goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dixon tries for a takedown but Finch manages to get underhooks.
Dixon struggles to land a body shot inside as Finch controls his hands.
Finch is looking to control Dixon's arms but Dixon gets an underhook and turns him. Now Finch has his back to the cage.
Dixon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dixon lands with a right to the head.
Finch tries to throw a body punch but Dixon avoids it by throwing Finch back against the cage.
Dixon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Finch can do to turn this around?
Dixon drops down looking for an ankle pick but Finch pulls his leg out and moves away. #T3#
Dixon lands with a cross.
Dixon throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Finch counters with a straight right hand.
Dixon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Finch sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dixon cracks a nice hook into Finch's ribs.
Dixon takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dixon slips under a jab from Finch.
Dixon tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dixon scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The fighters circling - Finch throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dixon swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T4#
Dixon stuns Finch with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Dixon works the jab nicely.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dixon looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Finch lands a really nice looking cross but Dixon seems unphased.
Finch 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.
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 jab lands there for Finch.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dixon, as that shot connected.
Finch misses with an uppercut. Dixon saw that one coming.
Finch uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dixon.
It seemed like Finch was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Finch misses with a straight right.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Atticus Finch will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Dixon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Finch sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dixon misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Finch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC2#Dixon is rocked!
Dixon circles to his right, straight into a beautiful hook by Finch. Dixon falls face first into the canvas - great knockout victory for Finch!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Atticus Finch!
Atticus Finch managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Groove Gear, into his post fight interview.

Event: SFL 06 | Fusion
Date: Aug 29, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A swing and a miss from Kneeland.
Kneeland throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kneeland swings widly with a right hand
and Dixon makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kneeland uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dixon.#CL#
Kneeland gets tackled into the cage by Dixon. Dixon maintains the clinch.
Dixon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kneeland misses with some punches.
Kneeland throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Dixon throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kneelands head. #CUT#It looks like Skillz Kneeland has been cut.
Dixon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dixon has a couple of punches blocked by Kneeland.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kneeland.
A head punch on the inside from Dixon fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Dixon fails to land.
Kneeland misses with a punch on the inside.
Dixon blocks a body shot from Kneeland.
Kneeland misses with a hook to the ribs. #T1#
Dixon misses with some punches. #BC2#
Kneeland's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kneeland showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dixon.
A left lands for Kneeland.
Kneeland lands with an overhand left.
Kneeland avoids the body shot from Dixon.
Dixon slips a jab from Kneeland.
Kneeland lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Kneeland misses with a looping right.
Kneeland throws a big shot that misses.
Dixon throwing a counter right hand but Kneeland manages to avoid it.
Dixon looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dixon connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kneeland's hands.
Kneeland clobbers Dixon with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dixon tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kneeland manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dixon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kneeland.
Dixon swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Good work by Dixon as he checks the leg kick.
Dixon misses the shot to the body.
Dixon checks a leg kick.
Kneeland swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dixon connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kneeland's hands.
Kneeland jabs Dixon to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Dixon lands a slapping body shot.
Dixon scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Dixon defending well as Kneeland loads up on a big left hand.
Dixon checks a leg kick.#T3#
Dixon defending well as Kneeland loads up on a big left hand.
Kneeland misses with a looping left.
A counter left hand to the body from Dixon misses its target.
Kneeland uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dixon.
A jab from Kneeland misses.
Dixon fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kneeland throws out a loose jab but Dixon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dixon moves out of range of the strikes.
Kneeland swings for the body but Dixon moves out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kneeland darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CL2#
Dixon gets tackled into the cage by Kneeland. Kneeland maintains the clinch.
Dixon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dixon throws a punch but it's blocked by Kneeland.
Kneeland takes a shot to the head. #T4#
Kneeland working aggressively here.
Dixon is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kneeland gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Dixon tries to work over Kneeland's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kneeland blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dixon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kneeland tries a body shot but Dixon blocks it.
Dixon blocks an elbow strike.
Kneeland misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kneeland misses with the head strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Dixon turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Kneeland stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Kneeland is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Dixon is trying to get an arm triangle but Kneeland is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Skillz Kneeland will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Skillz Kneeland's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Dixon cracks Kneeland with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Dixon showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kneeland.
Dixon tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kneeland swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kneeland staying out of range there.
It seemed like Kneeland was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dixon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kneeland.
Dixon throws a shot from downtown. Kneeland moves away and avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kneeland! But no joy.
Kneeland uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dixon.
Kneeland walks into a jab.
Dixon pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Dixon jabs Kneeland to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Dixon misses with an uppercut.
Nice defenses there by Kneeland.
Kneeland uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dixon.
Dixon has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kneeland finds it's way round the side to connect with Dixon's head.
Dixon's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kneeland under the eye.
Kneeland misses the shot to the body.
A jab lands there for Dixon.
Dixon throws a hook but Kneeland blocks it.
Kneeland lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dixon looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nice cross by Dixon.#T2#
Kneeland throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Decent striking displayed by Dixon there.
Dixon misses with a looping left.
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!
Kneeland misses with a wild body shot.
Kneeland has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Kneeland scores with a sloppy right hand. Dixon should have avoided that one.
Dixon lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Dixon fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kneeland scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT2#It looks like Darren Dixon has been cut.
Kneeland bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kneeland slips a jab from Dixon.
Kneeland throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Skillz Kneeland seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T3#
A big left from Kneeland misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Dixon misses its target.
Dixon wants to clinch.
Kneeland swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Dixon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dixon wants to clinch up but Kneeland keeps it at a distance.
Kneeland takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kneeland missing with a left hand there. Dixon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kneeland misses with a low kick.
Dixon thuds his right hand into Kneeland's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kneeland throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Dixon to counter with a crisp jab.
Kneeland misses with a looping left.#T4##CL#
Dixon has Kneeland up against the cage in a clinch.
Kneeland takes a shot to the head.
Kneeland blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Kneeland.
Dixon blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dixon goes for a takedown attempt but Kneeland pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Dixon misses with a body shot.
Kneeland jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dixon slips under a jab.
Dixon slips under a jab.
Dixon is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kneeland.
Dixon misses with a body shot.
Kneeland staying out of range there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Dixon rushes Kneeland and presses him up against the cage.
Dixon throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kneelands head.
Kneeland throws an elbow but it misses.
Dixon has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Dixon lands a left hand.
Dixon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kneeland prevents a takedown attempt there.
Dixon working aggressively here.
Dixon blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Kneeland escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice defenses there by Dixon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kneeland rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dixon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kneeland throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dixon throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kneeland counters with a straight right hand.
Dixon just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Kneeland slips a jab from Dixon.
Nice defenses there by Kneeland.
Dixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kneeland connects with a nice looking jab.
Dixon misses with a wild body shot.
Kneeland cracks Dixon with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Dixon misses with a looping left.
A little jabbing left from Kneeland on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dixon misses with a looping left.
Kneeland swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dixon throws a predictable looking body shot
and Dixon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dixon smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Dixon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kneeland throws out the jab.
Kneeland misses with a wild combination. #T2#
Dixon tests Kneeland's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dixon wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dixon misses with a jab to the body
and Kneeland counters with a nice uppercut.
Kneeland scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CL#
Dixon has Kneeland up against the cage in a clinch.
Dixon is trying to drag Kneeland to the mat but Kneeland just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Dixon prevents a body shot from Kneeland. #T3#
Dixon has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kneeland avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dixon goes for a takedown attempt but Kneeland pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Kneeland lands with a right that hurts Dixon. Dixon looks to clinch but Kneeland throws a short knee that drops Dixon. This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:16 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch and Knee). Skillz Kneeland!
Skillz Kneeland managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, UnderGround Supplements, into his post fight interview.

Event: UnderGround FC 140
Date: Jul 11, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rodriguez lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Dixon backs up against the cage. #CL#
Rodriguez has closed the distance and engaged Dixon in a clinch.
Rodriguez has a couple of punches blocked by Dixon.
Rodriguez misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Dixon's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rodriguez wants to clinch up but Dixon keeps it at a distance.
Dixon pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rodriguez closes the distance but Dixon moves to the side
and Dixon counters with a stiff right hand.
Dixon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rodriguez wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Rodriguez tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dixon avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dixon moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Rodriguez tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dixon manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rodriguez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dixon.
Rodriguez tries to grapple but his opponent circles
enabling Dixon to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Dixon swats away the attempt to clinch by Rodriguez.
Rodriguez tries to clinch
and Dixon counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rodriguez misses with a shot to the body
and Dixon counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rodriguez misses with an uppercut.
Rodriguez definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Rodriguez drives through and clinches with Dixon against the cage.
Dixon scores with a shoulder strike.
Dixon tries to circle away but Rodriguez has him pinned against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rodriguez.
Rodriguez throws a head punch that misses.
Dixon misses with the head strike.
Rodriguez scores with a hook to the body.
Rodriguez throws a punch but it's blocked by Dixon.
A shot in the inside from Dixon. #T2##BC2#
Dixon breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rodriguez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dixon paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dixon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nice straight punches there by Dixon. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Dixon.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A shot to the liver by Rodriguez. Beautiful body shot.
Rodriguez scores with a jab to the body.
Rodriguez misses with a body shot.
Dixon lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Dixon swats away the attempt to clinch by Rodriguez.
A countering left hand to the body from Dixon misses.
Dixon ducks under a wild hook from Rodriguez.
Dixon takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Rodriguez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
It seemed like Dixon was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Rodriguez connects with a nice looking jab.
Dixon pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rodriguez scores with a jab to the head. #T3#
Nice body punch from Dixon.
Dixon with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rodriguez ducks under a wild hook from Dixon.
Rodriguez smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Rodriguez lands a really nice looking cross but Dixon seems unphased.
Dixon jabs at Rodriguez's body.
Rodriguez scores with a jab to the body.
Rodriguez tries to clinch up but Dixon circles away and keeps his distance.
Rodriguez tries to clinch up
and Dixon counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Rodriguez takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rodriguez slips a straight right by Dixon.#T4#
Dixon lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Rodriguez keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dixon.
A shot to the liver by Rodriguez. Beautiful body shot.
Rodriguez is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dixon with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rodriguez to score with a decent uppercut.
Rodriguez blocks a jab.
Rodriguez is looking to clinch.
Rodriguez blocks a jab.
Rodriguez on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CL#
Rodriguez fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dixon, pushing him back against the cage.
Rodriguez goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rodriguez misses with some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Darren Dixon 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#
Rodriguez lands a jab to the nose.#CL#
Rodriguez forces Dixon back against the cage and clinches.
Rodriguez digs a right hand into Dixon's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dixon's gas tank.
Rodriguez throws a head punch that misses.
Dixon misses with a punch on the inside.
Rodriguez misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rodriguez swings wildly with an uppercut but Dixon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rodriguez tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dixon throws a head punch that misses.
Dixon misses with the head strike.
Dixon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dixon has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Rodriguez seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Dixon can turn it around.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriguez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rodriguez tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Pablo Rodriguez has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A shot in the inside from Rodriguez.
Rodriguez tries a body shot but Dixon blocks it.
Dixon throws a head punch that misses.
Dixon working aggressively here. #T1#
Dixon throws a punch but it's blocked by Rodriguez.
Rodriguez tries a body shot but Dixon blocks it. #BC2#
Dixon breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rodriguez tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rodriguez throws out a powerful jab.
Rodriguez misses with a body shot.
Dixon throws out a loose jab but Rodriguez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rodriguez defending well as Dixon loads up on a big left hand.
Dixon missing with a left hand there. Rodriguez was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rodriguez is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#CL#
Rodriguez clinches up against the cage.
Dixon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rodriguez blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rodriguez working aggressively here.
Rodriguez swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Dixon breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2#
Rodriguez tries to clinch but Dixon is having none of it. #CL#
Rodriguez closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Rodriguez gets through Dixon's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dixon misses with the head strike.
Dixon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
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!
Rodriguez blocks an uppercut.
Rodriguez working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Good body shot from Rodriguez.
Rodriguez tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dixon's elbow.
Rodriguez works on Dixon's body with a couple of short punches.
Rodriguez lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rodriguez working aggressively here.
Rodriguez blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Dixon breaks the clinch.
Rodriguez misses with a looping right.
Dixon scores with a jab to the jaw.#T3#
Rodriguez digs a good hook to Dixon's body.
Dixon throws a big shot that misses.
Pablo Rodriguez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodriguez lands a nice shot to the body.
Rodriguez slips under a jab.#CL#
Rodriguez drives through and clinches with Dixon against the cage.
Rodriguez throws a punch but it's blocked by Dixon.
Rodriguez throws a head punch that misses.
Rodriguez works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Rodriguez lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dixon prevents a body shot from Rodriguez.
A right handed body shot lands from Rodriguez. #BC2#
Dixon manages to break the clinch.
Nice body punch from Dixon.
Rodriguez moves to clinch but Dixon breaks away
and Dixon cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
A big left from Rodriguez misses.
Dixon is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Rodriguez with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rodriguez tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dixon manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rodriguez tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Dixon counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Rodriguez scores with a hook.
Dixon takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Rodriguez fails with an attempt to clinch.
Darren Dixon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rodriguez is looking to clinch.
Dixon let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Rodriguez throws a jab but it's blocked by Dixon.
Rodriguez wants to clinch up but Dixon keeps it at a distance.
Dixon scores with a jab to the jaw.
Dixon misses with an uppercut #CL#
and Rodriguez counters by clinching up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Rodriguez 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. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Rodriguez fails with an attempt to clinch.
Rodriguez gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dixon.
Dixon lands a slapping body shot.
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rodriguez moves away.
Dixon walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Rodriguez misses with a wild body shot.
Dixon misses the shot to the body.
Dixon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Rodriguez is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriguez takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rodriguez swings for the body but Dixon moves out of range. #T1#
Rodriguez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rodriguez looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Rodriguez closes the distance looking to clinch
and Dixon counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Dixon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rodriguez throws out the jab.
A nice side step and Dixon releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Dixon connects with a looping right hand.
Rodriguez tries to close the distance and clinch up but Dixon swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Rodriguez misses with a left hand
and Rodriguez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#Rodriguez is rocked!
Rodriguez keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dixon.
Oh Rodriguez is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rodriguez throws a right and a left that Dixon avoids nicely.
Dixon throws out a counter right but Rodriguez avoids it with no problem.
Rodriguez wants to clinch
and Rodriguez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Rodriguez tries to clinch up but Dixon circles away and keeps his distance.
Dixon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Rodriguez seems to have got his legs back now.
Rodriguez misses with a left hand
and Dixon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rodriguez dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rodriguez is looking to clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dixon avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dixon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rodriguez takes a swing at Dixon's ribcage but misses.
Dixon connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rodriguez's hands.
Dixon doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rodriguez. Dixon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dixon looks to score with a jab to the body but Rodriguez is just out of range.
Rodriguez tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Dixon manages to circle out of the way.#T3#
Rodriguez slips under a jab from Dixon.
Rodriguez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dixon paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dixon throws a hook but Rodriguez blocks it.
Rodriguez bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Rodriguez misses with a hook to the body
and Dixon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rodriguez throws a shot to the body.
Rodriguez closes the distance looking to clinch
letting Dixon counter with a right hand.
Dixon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rodriguez.
Rodriguez misses with a hook
and Dixon counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dixon throws out a loose jab but Rodriguez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dixon walks into a straight right hand from Rodriguez.#T4#
Rodriguez tries to move into range but Dixon moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rodriguez closes the distance looking to clinch
and Dixon counters with a huge left! Rodriguez is in big trouble! He's backing up but Dixon isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Rodriguez from any more damage. A dominating finish by Dixon!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:15 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Darren Dixon!
Darren Dixon gave a mention to Conviction in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: UnderGround FC 130
Date: Jun 06, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dixon moves away from the strike by Zoldyk.
Nice uppercut lands for Dixon. That snapped Zoldyk's head back.
Zoldyk ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Zoldyk throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dixon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've been hearing reports that Dixon has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Zoldyk avoids a punch combination nicely.
Zoldyk keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dixon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dixon looks to score with a jab to the body but Zoldyk is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zoldyk tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dixon was well out of range. Poor timing from Zoldyk.
Zoldyk throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dixon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A jab from Zoldyk misses.
Dixon misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Dixon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Zoldyk.
Zoldyk misses the jab.
Dixon gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A slow jab from Zoldyk misses its intended target.
Zoldyk misses the shot to the body.
Zoldyk misses with a right hand
and Dixon counters with a lovely straight right hand!#TD2#
Zoldyk closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Zoldyk lands in his opponent's guard.
Zoldyk with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Dixon is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Dixon keeping moving, preventing Zoldyk from controlling successfully. #T2#
Zoldyk throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dixon works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dixon working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Zoldyk.
Dixon preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dixon preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dixon not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Dixon holds on and takes a little breather.
Zoldyk wants to control from the top but Dixon keeps moving.
Dixon has Zoldyk pulled in close to control his posture.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Zoldyk lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Zoldyk throwing strikes but missing.
Dixon controls Zoldyk momentarily but Zoldyk frees himself. #T3#
Zoldyk scoring with punches to the head and body.
Dixon keeping moving, preventing Zoldyk from controlling successfully.
Zoldyk is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Zoldyk cracks Dixon with a solid left hand.
Dixon pulls Zoldyk in close to prevent any damage.
Zoldyk is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Zoldyk being controlled here momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dixon misses with a hook.
Zoldyk steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dixon.
Zoldyk fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dixon manages to avoid it.
Zoldyk doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Zoldyk scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Dixon drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Zoldyk tries for a takedown but Dixon circles away easily
and Dixon counters with a stiff right hand.
Dixon misses with a straight right.
Zoldyk fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dixon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Zoldyk bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dixon's head backwards.
Dixon walks into a straight right hand from Zoldyk.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Killua Zoldyk dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Zoldyk scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Zoldyk misses with an uppercut
and Dixon counters with a straight right hand.
Zoldyk misses with the combination.
Zoldyk misses with an uppercut. Dixon saw that one coming.
Dixon takes a swing at Zoldyk's ribcage but misses.
Zoldyk looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Killua Zoldyk seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Zoldyk throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Zoldyk takes one to the chin there.#CUT#It looks like Killua Zoldyk has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zoldyk rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dixon moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dixon lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Zoldyk misses with a right hand
and Dixon counters with a straight right hand.
Zoldyk misses with a hook.#T1#
Zoldyk throws a body shot but no joy.
Dixon sizes up Zoldyk with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #KD#
Dixon cracks Zoldyk with a big right hand and Zoldyk goes down!#ROC#Zoldyk is rocked!
Zoldyk looking to control.
Zoldyk is still in real trouble! Can Dixon finish him?
Dixon wants to control from the top but Zoldyk keeps moving.
Dixon being controlled here momentarily.
Zoldyk seems to have recovered his senses.
Zoldyk wants to sweep here but Dixon controlling him for the moment.
Dixon controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zoldyk swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2##SUB2#
Zoldyk has his foot on Dixon's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dixon works his way back into a safe position though.
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!
Dixon postures up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Dixon doesn't manage to clinch there - Zoldyk circles away.
Killua Zoldyk seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zoldyk tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dixon was well out of range. Poor timing from Zoldyk.
Dixon misses with a looping left.
Dixon slips a straight right by Zoldyk.
A jab from Zoldyk does it's job there.
Zoldyk fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T3#
Zoldyk scores with a jab to the body.
Zoldyk misses with a hook
and Dixon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Zoldyk lands a body shot.
Zoldyk throws a sloppy body shot
and Dixon counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Darren Dixon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Zoldyk throws a hook but Dixon blocks it.
Zoldyk misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Zoldyk just misses with a punch to the body.
Dixon avoids the head kick by Zoldyk.
Zoldyk has his takedown stuffed
and Dixon counters with a right hand to the body.
A solid body kick from Zoldyk.
Zoldyk throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Dixon connects with a body shot.
Dixon tries to clinch up but Zoldyk circles away and keeps his distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dixon throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Zoldyk stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Zoldyk takes a swing at Dixon's ribcage but misses.
Zoldyk throws a sloppy body shot
and Dixon makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Zoldyk is breathing heavily.
Dixon avoids the head kick by Zoldyk.
Zoldyk misses with a body shot
and Dixon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Zoldyk swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Dixon to counter with a crisp jab.
Zoldyk misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dixon.
Dixon was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Zoldyk fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#CL#
Dixon darts in and clinches Zoldyk up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Killua Zoldyk's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Dixon changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dixon moves into range and connects with a jab.
Dixon stuffs the takedown attempt from Zoldyk. Zoldyk gets slowly back to his feet.
Zoldyk takes a swing at Dixon's ribcage but misses.
Dixon misses with a body shot.
Dixon lands a body shot.
Dixon slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab lands there for Dixon.
Dixon lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Dixon misses the shot to the body.
A lazy body kick from Zoldyk
and Dixon counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Dixon misses with a looping right.
Dixon takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Zoldyk misses the shot to the body.
Dixon on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Dixon blocks a jab.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dixon, as that shot connected. #CUT#That has opened up Killua Zoldyk's cut even more.
Zoldyk throws a poor cross that misses
and Dixon counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dixon slips a jab from Zoldyk.
Zoldyk slips a straight right by Dixon.
Zoldyk throws out a counter right but Dixon avoids it with no problem.
Zoldyk slips under a jab from Dixon.
Dixon paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T2#
Zoldyk waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dixon.
Dixon is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A cross from Dixon lands.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Zoldyk misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dixon.
Zoldyk has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Zoldyk has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dixon finds it's way round the side to connect with Zoldyk's head.
Dixon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zoldyk can do to turn this around?
Zoldyk misses with a jab to the body
and Dixon counters with a big right hand! Oh Zoldyk is in trouble here! Dixon follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Darren Dixon!
Darren Dixon gave a mention to Conviction in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: UnderGround FC 128
Date: May 30, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A big left from Dixon misses.
Miller uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dixon.
Miller changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Miller tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dixon works the jab nicely.
Dixon throws a shot from downtown. Miller moves away and avoids it.
Dixon scores with a shot to the body. #TD2#
Miller shoots in and gets a takedown into Dixon's guard.
Miller landing some decent shots from guard.
Dixon avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Miller trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dixon controls Miller momentarily but Miller frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dixon 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#
Dixon looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T1#
Dixon is pressing down on Miller's thigh, looking to free his foot. Miller is holding on for now.
Dixon is controlling the pace.
Miller is holding on to half guard well.
Dixon looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Miller has his hands clasped together around Dixon's back. He's all about the action.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dixon perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Miller is controlling Dixon's trapped leg to prevent Dixon from advancing to side control.
Dixon is trying to control the action in half guard but Miller is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dixon trying to mount his opponent but Miller defends it.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Miller misses with a jab to the body
and Dixon counters with a one-two to the body.
Miller throws a right and a left that Dixon avoids nicely. #T3#
Jab by Miller.#TD2#
Miller is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Dixon's half guard.
Dixon makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dixon.
Dixon looking for a sweep. Not yet Dixon, not yet.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Miller accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dixon is pulling down on Miller's head to control his posture.
Miller wants to control from the top but Dixon keeps moving.
Miller postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T4#
Miller throws an elbow that misses. Dixon uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Miller's guard. Nice move by Dixon!#REVR#
Dixon trying to control the position from guard on top but Miller is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dixon engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Miller swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Miller keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
Dixon is looking to pass into half guard but Miller pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Miller is in guard.#REVB#
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 Darren Dixon 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#
Miller uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dixon.
Miller misses with a straight right. #TD2#
Miller closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Miller thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Dixon's head.
Miller thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Dixon wants to improve his position but Miller is controlling well.
Miller thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Dixon's head.
Miller not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dixon trying to control here.
Dixon avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Miller.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Miller controlling the action here.#T1#
Miller wants to control but Dixon is keeping him busy.
Lynton Miller has got the better of the ground game so far.
Miller missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Miller is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Miller is looking to take a break and control but Dixon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dixon wants to control but Miller is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Miller lands strikes from half guard.
Dixon holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Dixon has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Miller is working away from the top position though.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dixon works his way to full guard. Good work.
Dixon tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dixon keeping moving, preventing Miller from controlling successfully.
Dixon wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Dixon fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Miller misses with a hook. Dixon ducked under it nicely.
Miller shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Dixon as he jumps to the side.
Miller shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Dixon sprawls well. Dixon wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Miller gets slowly back to his feet.
A big right from Dixon misses.
Miller fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dixon manages to avoid it.
Dixon throws a predictable looking body shot #TD2#
and Miller counters with a nice double leg into guard. #T3#
Miller lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Miller cracks Dixon with a solid left hand.
Miller 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.
Miller loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dixon has Miller pulled in close to control his posture.
Miller has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Miller throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dixon works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Miller makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Dixon has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Miller has passed into side control.
Dixon can't do much from the bottom here.
Dixon tries to improve position but can't.
Miller has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4#
Miller landing a few strikes.
Miller scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Dixon to see if he's OK.
Dixon is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Miller's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dixon is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Miller scores with a couple of nice shots.
Dixon blocking the ground and pound attempt from Miller.
Dixon definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Miller wants to free his trapped foot but Dixon is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Dixon has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Miller is working away from the top position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon gets full guard.
Dixon working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Miller.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lynton Miller showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Miller keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dixon.
Dixon ducks under a wild hook from Miller.
Dixon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Miller.
Dixon swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Miller.
Miller fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A quick step to the side and Dixon tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Miller takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Miller misses with a jab to the body
and Dixon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dixon dips to his left and cracks Miller with an uppercut!
A looping hook to the body misses from Miller. Dixon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dixon misses with a straight right.
Dixon walks into a stiff left hand from Miller.
Miller misses with a jab, cross combination. #TD#
Dixon drives through with a takedown into Miller's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dixon wants to control from the top but Miller keeps moving.
Dixon has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Miller looking for a sweep. Not yet Miller, not yet. #T1#
Miller keeping moving, preventing Dixon from controlling successfully.
Miller looking for a sweep. Not yet Miller, not yet.
Dixon wants to control from the top but Miller keeps moving.
Dixon tries to free his leg and advance position but Miller is retaining full guard.
Dixon is working hard here to advance position.
Miller is trying to keep Dixon in close. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Miller throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dixon on the side of the head.
Dixon will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Miller pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dixon misses with a straight right. #T2#
Dixon connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Miller's hands.
Dixon throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Miller on the side of the head.
Jab by Dixon.
Dixon scores with a jab to the body.
Miller throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dixon on the side of the head.
Dixon throws a lazy right hand but Miller sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2#
Miller pushes Dixon up against the cage in a clinch.
Miller scores with a shot to the side of Dixon's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Miller turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Miller manages to end up in side control.
Miller sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Dixon is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Miller working the ground and pound but Dixon is defending the strikes.
Dixon tries to improve position but can't.
Miller working the head and body with strikes.
Miller working the head and body with strikes.
Miller is looking to take a break and control but Dixon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Dixon manages to work his way to half guard, despite Miller's best efforts.
Dixon trying to control but Miller postures up.
Miller takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Dixon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Miller is thwarting Dixon's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dixon manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Miller lands a couple of digs.
Miller missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Miller with a nice head shot there.
Miller trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Miller loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Miller makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Dixon looking to hit a scissor sweep but Miller is one step ahead there.
Miller scoring with some ground and pound.
Dixon working a defensive guard here.
Miller throwing strikes from guard but Dixon blocks nicely. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Dixon throws out a loose jab but Miller uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dixon scores with a jab. Miller acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #TD2#
Miller looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Dixon!

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Lynton Miller.
I think Miller 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 Radbod Blank scores the fight 28:29
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lynton Miller!
Lynton Miller bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
Darren Dixon spoke after the fight, saying 'Massive scrotum!'.

Event: UnderGround FC 118
Date: May 02, 2020

#R1#
Dixon bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Happy's head.
Dixon connects with a jab.
Dixon moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Horrible takedown attempt by Happy or perhaps it was just good defense by Dixon, which made it look bad.
Darren Dixon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dixon connects with a good right hand that stumbles Happy. Happy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Dixon throws a good cross that connects.
Dixon tests Happy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Good standup being displayed there by Dixon as he connects with a hook.
Happy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Dixon defends well and Happy ends up having to push Dixon into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Dixon throws out a counter right but Happy avoids it with no problem.
Happy takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dixon lands the left hand.
Happy 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.
Dixon throws out a powerful jab.
Dixon looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Dixon scores with a jab to the body.
Dixon 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.
Dixon scores with a nice head shot.
Dixon circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dixon is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Happy had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.#T1#
Happy moves forwards but Dixon connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Happy drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Dixon scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#TD#
Happy shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Dixon manages to get to full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dixon is on top in guard. #REVB#
Happy is trying to control the position but Dixon postures up. #SUB#
Happy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dixon doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dixon manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Dixon controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2##SUB#
Happy looking for a guillotine here but Dixon defends easily.
Happy can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Dixon controls the pace.#T3##SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Happy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Happy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Happy keeping full guard, as Dixon tries to pass. #SUB#
Happy working for a triangle but Dixon defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Dixon's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Dixon wants to pass the guard but Happy is keeping the position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Darren Dixon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dixon scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Nice straight punches there by Dixon. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Dixon.
Dixon uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Dixon scores with a nice strike.
Happy needs to keep his hands up - Dixon had a free shot at his head there.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A jab from Dixon does it's job there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Happy takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dixon lands a nice shot that snaps Happy's head back.
Dixon lands a nice looking body shot.
Dixon connects with a single shot there.
Happy takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Happy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon connects with a single shot there.
Happy walks into a straight right hand from Dixon.
Dixon moves into range and connects with a jab.
Darren Dixon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dixon scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dixon getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Dixon stuns Happy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Donk. Dixon catches Happy right on the button with a cross.#CL#
Happy darts in and clinches Dixon up against the cage.#BC2#
Dixon breaks the clinch.
Dixon with a hook.#T1#
Happy lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dixon circles away quickly and effectively.
Happy closes the distance and clinches up with Dixon, looking for a takedown. Happy pushes Dixon against the cage but Dixon circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Dixon scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Happy shoots in but no luck this time.
Happy looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Dixon counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Happy closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Dixon to the mat! Dixon manages to get full guard.
Dixon manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Happy manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Dixon sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Happy swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dixon 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. #T2#
Happy wants to sweep here but Dixon controlling him for the moment.
Dixon is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Happy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dixon defends it easily.#SUB#
Happy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dixon is aware though and is defending well.
Happy keeping full guard, as Dixon tries to pass.
Anti Happy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dixon won't allow Happy to sweep him here.
Dixon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dixon passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T3#
Dixon controlling the position from side mount.
Happy struggling a bit here.
Dixon content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Happy is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Dixon taking a breather here.
Happy is trying to improve his position.
Dixon controlling from side mount.
Happy tries to buck Dixon off but Dixon is having none of it.
Dixon advances to full mount.
Dixon fails to move to back control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Happy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Happy walks into a left hand.
Happy takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Dixon defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Happy.
Dixon digs a good hook to Happy's body.
Dixon connects with the punch.
Dixon thuds a left hand into Happy's body.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Dixon as he avoids it easily.
Dixon scores with a jab to the jaw.
Happy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Dixon but Dixon pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon stuns Happy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Dixon fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Happy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Dixon scores with a decent looking hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Happy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Dixon defends it nicely.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Dixon scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Dixon swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Happy.
Dixon lands a jab.
Dixon dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Happy drops his hands momentarily and Dixon takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Dixon lands with a straight right. Happy didn't see that one coming.
Happy throws a jab when Dixon was well out of range.
Happy's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Dixon connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Happy scrambles back to his feet.
Dixon throws a good cross that connects. #T2#
Nice shot by Dixon.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A cross from Dixon lands.
Jab, jab by Dixon - just one landing.
Happy throws a nice looking combination but Dixon bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Happy takes a shot right to the bread basket.#TD#
Happy shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Dixon napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Dixon tries to bench press Happy off him but Happy keeps the position.
Dixon manages to work his way to half guard, despite Happy's best efforts.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dixon manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Dixon has control of Happy's left arm, preventing Happy from doing any damage. #T3#
Happy cracks Dixon with a solid left hand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dixon manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Happy manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Dixon controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Dixon stands and throws Happy's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Happy trying to remain calm as Dixon controls from the top position.
Dixon works to advance to full mount. Happy defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #T4#
Dixon looking to control and managing it successfully.
Happy is looking to get to half guard.
Dixon seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Happy is holding on tight.
Happy is in all sorts of trouble here.
Dixon controlling from mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Darren Dixon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Dixon 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: WPFC 50 - We're Coming
Date: Feb 29, 2020

#R1#
Dixon moves out of range as Sitsongrit throws a body kick.
Dixon throws a hook but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Sitsongrit swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dixon moves out of range as Sitsongrit strikes.
Dixon appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon takes one on the button.
Sitsongrit steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dixon.
Sitsongrit throws a good cross that connects.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but it's checked well by Dixon.
Dixon throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dixon slips under a jab.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch
and Dixon counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Dixon blocks the body kick.
Dixon misses with a body shot. #T1#
Dixon throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sitsongrit misses with a body kick.
Sitsongrit lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Showtime Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sitsongrit buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sitsongrit lands a glancing blow to the side of Dixon's head.
Dixon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick, looking for Dixon's leg but Dixon calmly moves out of range.
Sitsongrit misses the body punch
and Dixon cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dixon swings widly with a right hand
and Sitsongrit makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sitsongrit misses with the body kick
and Dixon counters with a series of strikes. Sitsongrit will be more careful next time no doubt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sitsongrit lands an overhand right.
Showtime Sitsongrit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dixon works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CL#
Sitsongrit gets a clinch. #TD2#
Dixon pulls guard effortlessly.
Sitsongrit slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T2#
Sitsongrit passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Dixon!
Sitsongrit looking to control but Dixon is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dixon is in all sorts of trouble here.
Sitsongrit tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
Sitsongrit is working for a guillotine from mount but Dixon frees his head quite easily.
Dixon is in all sorts of trouble here. #T3##SUB#
Sitsongrit is working to isolate an arm here. It's a telegraphed submission attempt but he's gone for it anyway - and he's got it! Sitsongrit extends the arm and Dixon is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Showtime Sitsongrit!
Showtime Sitsongrit retains his featherweight title!
A victorious Showtime Sitsongrit thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Darren Dixon spoke after the fight, saying 'Massive scrotum!'.

Event: WPFC 43 - Bergeron vs. Ivanov
Date: Jan 11, 2020

#R1#
daBell swings for the body but Dixon moves out of range. #CL2#
Dixon moves into range and clinches up with daBell.
Dixon has a couple of punches blocked by daBell.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Dixon has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dixon.
Dixon tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Dixon makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
daBell fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dixon misses with a punch to the body. #TD2#
Dixon jumps into guard, dragging daBell to the mat.
daBell stays in close to Dixon's body and controls the position.
Dixon 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#
Dixon is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Dixon passes into half guard.
Dixon is controlling the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Dixon is looking to take a break and control but daBell is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dixon passes the guard and advances to mount!
daBell has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A lull in the action here. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Dixon working for the choke. #SUB2#
Dixon is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but daBell won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Dixon off his unconscious opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Darren Dixon!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Darren Dixon made sure he mentioned Knockaround Guys Fight Gear, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: WPFC 37 - Tantor vs. Kratos
Date: Nov 30, 2019

#R1#
Kitjakarn has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dixon finds it's way round the side to connect with Kitjakarn's head.
Dixon checks a leg kick.
Dixon attempts a counter takedown but Kitjakarn avoids it well and moves away.
Kitjakarn fails to land with a series of punches.
Dixon is looking to counter punch.
Kitjakarn has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#TD#
Kitjakarn gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Kitjakarn keeping full guard, as Dixon tries to pass.
Dixon is pushing down on Kitjakarn's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kitjakarn is fighting to maintain full guard but Dixon has managed to sneak the leg through.
Dixon passes to side control.
Kitjakarn prevents Dixon from improving position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon is looking to take a break and control but Kitjakarn is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dixon tries to move into full mount but can't pass Kitjakarn's legs. #T1#
Dixon is working hard here to advance position.
Kitjakarn is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kitjakarn is not content to let Dixon control the position.
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Kitjakarn prevents Dixon from improving position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Dixon is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kitjakarn is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Kitjakarn stops Dixon from passing to mount.
Kitjakarn tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Kitjakarn is not content to let Dixon control the position.
Dixon tries to advance to mount but Kitjakarn denies him.
Dixon has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Dixon is trying to take his opponent's back.
Dixon takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here. #SUB#
Dixon is persistently looking for the submission but Kitjakarn is defending it well.
Kitjakarn looking very determined here, making life difficult for Dixon. #T4#
Dixon has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Kitjakarn's body.
Dixon struggling to keep hold of the position.
Dixon is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Dixon wants to control but Kitjakarn manages to buck him off and is now in Dixon's guard! Nice work there by Kitjakarn!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kitjakarn stopping the sweep attempt from Dixon.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon 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#
A jab from Kitjakarn finds it's way through Dixon's defenses.
A swing and a miss from Kitjakarn.
Kitjakarn throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dixon tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kitjakarn manages to circle out of the way.
Dixon defending well as Kitjakarn loads up on a big left hand.
Kitjakarn tries to score with a low kick but Dixon moves his leg out of the way.
Dixon gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Dixon is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Dixon looks to land a left hand but Kitjakarn moved out of range nicely.#CL#
Dixon forces Kitjakarn back against the cage and clinches.
Nice body punch from Kitjakarn - that landed with a thud.
Dixon misses with the head strike.
Kitjakarn tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon misses with a body punch.
Dixon scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Kitjakarn gets through Dixon's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dixon.
Kitjakarn misses with the head strike.
Dixon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dixon misses with some punches. #T1#
Dixon is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kitjakarn to keep the fight standing.
Dixon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kitjakarn is working Dixon over against the cage.
Dixon lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Kitjakarn fails to land.
Dixon tries to throw a body punch but Kitjakarn avoids it by throwing Dixon back against the cage.
Kitjakarn misses with a body punch.
Kitjakarn throws a punch but it's blocked by Dixon.
Kitjakarn tries a body shot but Dixon blocks it.
Dixon pushes Kitjakarn back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kitjakarn scores with a shoulder strike.
Dixon tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kitjakarn smiles and moves away.
Kitjakarn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kitjakarn has time to react.
Jab by Kitjakarn.
Kitjakarn lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Dixon staying out of range there.
Dixon on the wrong end of a nice hook.#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!
Kitjakarn keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kitjakarn misses with the combination.
Kitjakarn rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dixon counters with a nice body shot.
Kitjakarn takes one on the button.
Biabas Kitjakarn seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kitjakarn looks to land a combination but Dixon avoids it well.
Kitjakarn is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dixon.
Dixon swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kitjakarn connects with a jab.
Dixon moves out of range as Kitjakarn strikes.
Some bone on bone action there as Dixon checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Dixon moves out of range as Kitjakarn strikes.
Dixon has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kitjakarn finds it's way round the side to connect with Dixon's head. #T3#
Kitjakarn lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kitjakarn misses with a double jab.
Kitjakarn throws a poor cross that misses
and Dixon counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A jab from Dixon misses.
Kitjakarn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kitjakarn scores with a punch to the head.
Dixon throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dixon tests Kitjakarn's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kitjakarn misses with a hook to the body
and Dixon counters with a straight right hand.
Dixon wants to clinch up but Kitjakarn keeps it at a distance.
Kitjakarn lands a right hook to the body.
Biabas Kitjakarn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dixon showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kitjakarn.
An attempted straight right counter from Dixon misses the target.#T4#
Kitjakarn scores with a decent looking hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kitjakarn ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
Kitjakarn slips a straight right by Dixon.
Biabas Kitjakarn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kitjakarn throws a shot from downtown. Dixon moves away and avoids it.
Sloppy strikes from Kitjakarn. Those never looked like landing.
A telegraphed right hand from Kitjakarn misses the target.
Dixon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kitjakarn was well out of range. Poor timing from Dixon.
Dixon throws a lazy right hand but Kitjakarn sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kitjakarn takes a swing at Dixon's ribcage but misses.
A good leg kick by Kitjakarn.
Dixon looks to throw the jab but Kitjakarn is out of range.
Kitjakarn misses with a hook
and Dixon counters with a stiff right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Biabas Kitjakarn showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Dixon throws out a loose jab but Kitjakarn uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dixon moves away from the strike by Kitjakarn.
Dixon shoots in but Kitjakarn avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kitjakarn defending well as Dixon loads up on a big left hand.
Kitjakarn will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kitjakarn misses the jab.
Dixon throwing a counter right hand but Kitjakarn manages to avoid it.
Kitjakarn rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dixon moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kitjakarn ducks under a wild hook from Dixon.
Kitjakarn is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Kitjakarn finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kitjakarn throws a low kick but Dixon moves out of range easily.
Kitjakarn throws a hook but Dixon blocks it.#T1#
Kitjakarn thows a leg kick but Dixon checks it
enabling Dixon to counter with a crisp jab.
Dixon is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kitjakarn sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kitjakarn attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Dixon attempts a counter takedown but Kitjakarn avoids it well and moves away.
Kitjakarn throws a solid leg kick but Dixon takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kitjakarn.
It looked like Dixon wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kitjakarn tests Dixon's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A big right from Kitjakarn misses.
Dixon jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dixon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kitjakarn was well out of range. Poor timing from Dixon.
Kitjakarn cracks Dixon with an open hand slap.
Dixon throws a big shot that misses.
Dixon lands a glancing blow to the side of Kitjakarn's head.
Dixon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kitjakarn throws out the jab.
Kitjakarn loads up on a big right hand but Dixon slips the punch.#T2#
Kitjakarn listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kitjakarn throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kitjakarn missing with a left hand there. Dixon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slow jab from Kitjakarn misses its intended target.
Dixon is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Kitjakarn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dixon manages to avoid it.
Kitjakarn looks to land a combination but Dixon avoids it well.
Dixon throws a jab when Kitjakarn was well out of range.
Kitjakarn swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A little feinted left hand from Dixon on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dixon throws a hook to the side of Kitjakarn's head but Kitjakarn sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kitjakarn 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.
Kitjakarn tried to score with a low kick but Dixon checks it.
Dixon throwing a counter right hand but Kitjakarn manages to avoid it.
Kitjakarn connects with the punch.
Kitjakarn goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#T3#
Kitjakarn moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #TD#
Dixon fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kitjakarn to the ground. Dixon is now in Kitjakarn's guard.
Kitjakarn is trying to control the position but Dixon postures up.
Dixon is pushing down on Kitjakarn's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kitjakarn is fighting to maintain full guard but Dixon has managed to sneak the leg through.
Dixon frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Kitjakarn has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Dixon struggling to keep hold of the position.
Kitjakarn rolls, trying to escape but Dixon keeps control of the position. #SUB#
Dixon working for a choke but Kitjakarn is defending well. #T4##SUB#
Kitjakarn preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Dixon. #SUB#
Dixon 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, Kitjakarn has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
I really don't envy Kitjakarn right now. #SUB#
Dixon is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Kitjakarn is tapping out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Darren Dixon!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Darren Dixon waved his t-shirt featuring Knockaround Guys Fight Gear's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: Bloodbath 10
Date: Oct 05, 2019

#R1#
Dixon throws an off balance right hand
and Snicket counters with a nice body shot.
Dixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Snicket throws out a counter right but Dixon avoids it with no problem.
Snicket throws an overhand right that lands on Dixon's shoulder, as Dixon tries to avoid the shot.
Dixon bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Snicket cracks Dixon with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CL#
Dixon has taken the fight to the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dixon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Snicket is trying to break the clinch but Dixon has him pressed against the cage.
Dixon lands with a left to the head.
Dixon misses with some punches. #TD#
Dixon jumps into guard, dragging Snicket to the mat.
Snicket won't allow Dixon to sweep him here. #T1#
Dixon manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Snicket manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Snicket looking for subs off his back but Dixon has passed one foot through into half guard.
Snicket looks like he's trying to stand up.
Dixon is controlling the pace.
Dixon moves nicely into side control. #T2##SUB#
Dixon wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Snicket, who protects the arm well.
Dixon moves into full mount!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Snicket is controlling an arm, preventing Dixon from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest. #SUB#
Dixon is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Snicket has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Snicket prevents Dixon from taking his back.#T3#
Dixon controlling from the full mount.
Dixon wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Dixon controlling his opponent.
Dixon forces the positional change into back control. #SUB#
Snicket 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 Dixon gets his way! #T4#
Dixon tries to keep control of the position but Snicket is staying busy.#SUB#
Snicket is trying to stand. He's onto all fours with Dixon on his back. Dixon looks like he's slipping off but he's actually tansitioning to a beautiful armbar! Snicket has to tap out to a very impressive submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Darren Dixon!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Darren Dixon waved his t-shirt featuring Dark Knight Nutrition's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: Bloodbath 5
Date: Aug 31, 2019

#R1#
Jones throws a left and a right that both miss
and Dixon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Dixon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dixon scores with a jab to the body.
Jones throws an off balance right hand
and Jones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#
It looks like Nasty Jones has been cut.
Jones throws a lazy uppercut
and Dixon cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A slow jab from Dixon misses its intended target.
Jones lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Dixon lands a jab to the head.
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!
Dixon moves out of range as Jones strikes.
Dixon swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Jones misses the body punch
and Dixon counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Dixon connects with a body shot.
Jones thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Dixon lands a jab to the head.
Jones misses with a two punch combination.
It looked like Dixon was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jones.
Jones looks winded!
A jab from Jones misses.
A quick step to the side and Dixon tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fighters circling - Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nasty Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Jones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dixon slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#ROC#
Jones is rocked!
Jones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jones is still on wobbly legs! Can Dixon finish him?
Jones takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Dixon cracks Jones with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Jones falls to his knees and Dixon doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Darren Dixon!
After the big win, Darren Dixon made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Dark Knight Nutrition and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: BloodBath 3: Perrez v Correa
Date: Aug 03, 2019

#R1#
Jones misses with an uppercut
and Jones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A shot to the liver by Dixon. Beautiful body shot.
Dixon scores with a shot to the body.
Jones throws a combination that misses
and Dixon cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jones throws a right and a left that Dixon avoids nicely.
Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Dixon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dixon slips a straight right by Jones.
Dixon lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Nasty Jones has been cut.
Dixon looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jones misses with a right hand
letting Dixon counter with a right hand.
Nasty Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dixon slips a straight right by Jones.
Jones throws a left and a right that both miss
and Dixon counters with a nice uppercut.
Dixon lands with a straight right. Jones didn't see that one coming.
Dixon comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jones misses with a straight left.
Dixon appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jones lands with a hook. Dixon tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Dixon jabs Jones to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Dixon counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Dixon. #T1#
Dixon jabs Jones right on the nose. Jones blinks but takes it well.
Dixon lands an overhand right.
Jones throws a lazy uppercut
and Dixon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #KD#
Jones ducks straight into an uppercut from Dixon and tumbles to the canvas! It’s a flash knockdown though - Jones manages to regain guard straight away. #ROC#
Jones is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dixon sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Jones's guard.
Jones is still in real trouble! Can Dixon finish him?
Jones looks winded!
Dixon passes the guard and advances to mount!
Dixon controlling his opponent.
Dixon moves to the back.
Jones seems to have recovered his senses.#SUB#
Jones won't enjoy being in this position. Dixon looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Jones is tapping - it's over boys! Dixon picks up the submission victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Darren Dixon!
Darren Dixon made sure to mention his sponsor, Dark Knight Nutrition in his post fight interview.

Event: IFA 5
Date: Jun 19, 2019

#R1#
Hamilton takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Dixon looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Hamilton takes one on the button.
Hamilton will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Darren Dixon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hamilton ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hamilton really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Hamilton throws a right and a left that Dixon avoids nicely.
Dixon misses with a series of wild punches.
Dixon comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Dixon.#CL2#
Dixon has taken the fight to the clinch.
Dixon presses Hamilton against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hamilton jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Dixon walks away with a smile on his face. Hamilton gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Dixon cracks Hamilton with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Hamilton ducks under a wild hook from Dixon.#TD#
Hamilton looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Dixon!
Dixon tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T1#
Hamilton trying to control the position but Dixon is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Dixon tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hamilton wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Dixon regains half guard.
Hamilton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dixon keeps working.
Dixon gets back to full guard. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Dixon looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hamilton tries to free his leg and advance position but Dixon is retaining full guard.
Dixon managing to control the position.
Hamilton throwing strikes from guard but Dixon blocks nicely.
Dixon wants to sweep here but Hamilton controlling him for the moment.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T3#
Dixon controlling the position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Hamilton throws a leg kick
and Dixon counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hamilton has his takedown stuffed
and Dixon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bobbie Hamilton. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Dixon shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Dixon is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dixon wants to pass to mount but Hamilton is defending the position.
Dixon keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T4#
It looks like Dixon might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Hamilton wants to control but Dixon is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Dixon in particular looking to stall.
Let's hope that Dixon has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Dixon is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Hamilton looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Dixon has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Hamilton's body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Dixon will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Horrible takedown attempt by Hamilton or perhaps it was just good defense by Dixon, which made it look bad.
Dixon scores with a hook to the body. Hamilton takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Hamilton fails with a takedown attempt.
Dixon scores with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Hamilton tries to keep at a distance but Dixon has taken the fight into the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Dixon.
Dixon lands a shoulder strike. #T1#
Dixon lands with a right to the head.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Dixon lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dixon presses Hamilton against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Dixon scores with a nice hook to the head.
Dixon working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Dixon working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Dixon scores with a shot to the side of Hamilton's head.
Dixon scores with a shoulder strike. #ROC2#
Hamilton is rocked!
Dixon creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Hamilton's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Hamilton drops to his knees and Dixon pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Darren Dixon!

Event: IFA 135lbs Round 1
Date: May 31, 2019

#R1#
Dixon shoots in for a takedown but Puro shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nice uppercut lands for Dixon. That snapped Puro's head back.
A jab from Dixon misses.
Puro has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Dixon slips a jab from Puro.
Puro looks to land a right hand but Dixon moved out of range.
Dixon shoots for a double leg takedown but Puro sprawls well. He's pushed Dixon's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Puro walks into a stiff left hand from Dixon.
Decent striking displayed by Dixon there.
Puro throws a hook but Dixon blocks it.
Dixon slips under a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Puro scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A telegraphed right hand from Puro misses the target.
Puro misses with an uppercut. Dixon saw that one coming.
Puro defending well as Dixon loads up on a big left hand.
Puro walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Dixon is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T1#
Puro throws a jab but it's blocked by Dixon.
Dixon slips under a jab.
Puro misses with a body shot.
Dixon is looking to counter punch.
Puro connects with a looping right hand.
Dixon misses with a hook. Puro ducked under it nicely.
Murha Puro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dixon lunges at Puro with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Puro's hand.
Some wild striking there from Puro.
Dixon scores with a hook.
Dixon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Puro.
It looked like Dixon wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Puro throws a jab when Dixon was well out of range.
Dixon throwing a counter right hand but Puro manages to avoid it.
Dixon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Puro.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Puro. #T2#
Dixon dips to his left and cracks Puro with an uppercut!
Puro misses the jab.
Dixon definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Dixon scores with a jab. Puro acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dixon throws a lazy right hand but Puro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Puro takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Dixon cracks Puro with a right hand to the side of the head.
Puro is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
A punch combination from Puro misses.
Puro defending well as Dixon loads up on a big left hand.
Puro is looking for the big counter here.
Puro misses with a looping right.
It looked like Dixon wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Puro throws a jab but it's blocked by Dixon.
Puro walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Dixon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Puro with a hook.
Jab by Dixon.#T3#
Puro attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Puro throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Puro throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Dixon throws a lazy right hand but Puro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Puro thows a body kick. Dixon tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Dixon throws a looping overhand right but Puro ducks down to avoid it.
Puro throws a leg kick
and Dixon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Puro changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dixon misses with a looping right.
Dixon throws a looping overhand right but Puro ducks down to avoid it.
Dixon is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Puro rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Dixon to counter with a crisp jab.
Puro misses with an uppercut
and Dixon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Puro looks for the body kick but Dixon saw that one coming.
Dixon is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#CL2#
Puro clinches up with Dixon and pushes him back against the cage.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Puro scores with a nice hook to the head.#TD#
Dixon successfully pulls guard.
Puro sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Dixon's guard.
Dixon wants to control but Puro is keeping busy.
Dixon regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Dixon is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dixon is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Puro is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Dixon working for a triangle but Puro defends it easily. #SUB#
Dixon looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Murha Puro will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Dixon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Puro.
Puro looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Dixon uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Dixon throws an off balance right hand
and Puro counters with a straight right hand.
Murha Puro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A slow jab from Puro misses its intended target.
Puro throws a hook but Dixon blocks it.
Dixon swings widly with a right hand
and Puro counters with a straight right hand.
Dixon connects with a looping right hand.
Dixon slips under a jab.
Puro uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dixon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon misses with an uppercut.
Dixon moves out of range as Puro strikes.
Dixon takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Puro misses with a left hand
and Dixon counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Puro changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dixon throws a hook to the side of Puro's head but Puro sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Puro throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Puro throws a leg kick but Dixon checks it.
Dixon throwing a counter right hand but Puro manages to avoid it.
Puro just misses with a punch to the body.
Puro throws a looping overhand right but Dixon ducks down to avoid it.
Puro ducks under a wild hook from Dixon.
Dixon catches Puro with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Puro keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Dixon throws the left hand but Puro avoids the punch easily.
Murha Puro is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Puro throws an overhand right that lands on Dixon's shoulder, as Dixon tries to avoid the shot.
Puro steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dixon.
Puro swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Puro throws a lazy right hand but Dixon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dixon moves out of range as Puro strikes.#T2#
Puro misses with a wild body shot.
Puro misses with a left hand
and Dixon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD#
Dixon closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Puro's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dixon trying to control but Puro is working from the bottom.
Dixon tries to free his leg and advance position but Puro is retaining full guard. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dixon drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Puro manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Dixon has Puro in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Dixon is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Dixon looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Puro passes into side control. #T3#
Dixon gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Dixon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Dixon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Puro pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Dixon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Puro pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Dixon actively working from the bottom here.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Puro is taking a breather. Dixon 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.#SUB#
Puro moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Dixon.
Dixon is looking to reverse the position.
Dixon is trying to work for a sweep but Puro has mounted him!
Puro controlling his opponent.
Dixon is working to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Murha Puro showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Dixon checks a leg kick.
Dixon walks into a left hand.
Dixon cracks Puro with a right hand to the side of the head.
Puro explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Puro misses with a hook.
Dixon blocks a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Dixon misses the target.
Puro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dixon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Puro throws an off balance right hand
and Dixon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dixon throws a lazy right hand but Puro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon moves out of range of the body kick.
Dixon throwing a counter right hand but Puro manages to avoid it.
Dixon slips a jab from Puro.
Puro keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dixon.
Puro slips under a jab.
Puro has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Puro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dixon manages to avoid it.#T1#
A combination from Puro does no damage.
A swing and a miss from Dixon.
Puro throws a hook to the side of Dixon's head but Dixon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dixon works the jab nicely.
Dixon lands with a right hand.
Puro takes a jab right on the kisser.
Puro defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dixon.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dixon.
Puro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Puro. Dixon shrugs it off though.
Dixon throws a hook but Puro blocks it.
Dixon checks the leg kick nicely there.
Dixon looks for a takedown but Puro sprawls well.
Darren Dixon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Dixon avoids the head kick by Puro.
Dixon throws a lazy right hand but Puro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice shot by Dixon.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Puro has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Puro there as he acknowledges the shot.
Puro tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Dixon has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Puro finds it's way round the side to connect with Dixon's head.
Puro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dixon.
Dixon misses with a straight left.
Puro doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Dixon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Puro throws out the jab.
A big right from Puro misses.
Puro pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Dixon swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T3#
A jab from Puro misses.
Dixon was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Puro throws a leg kick
and Puro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Puro misses with a straight left.
Dixon avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dixon moves forwards but Puro connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Dixon misses with a looping right.
Puro is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Dixon with a body shot.
Puro moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Dixon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Puro.
Puro looks to throw the jab but Dixon is out of range.
Dixon feinted with a counter takedown.
Puro staying out of range there.
A big right from Puro misses.
Puro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dixon was well out of range. Poor timing from Puro.
Dixon blocks a jab.#T4#
Puro misses the jab.
Puro looks to land a left hand but Dixon moved out of range nicely.
Puro throws an off balance right hand
and Dixon counters with a stiff right hand.
Puro misses with a low kick.
Dixon throws an overhand right that lands on Puro's shoulder, as Puro tries to avoid the shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Puro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dixon loads up on a big right hand but Puro slips the punch.
A left lands for Dixon.
Dixon throws a right hand that misses
and Puro counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Puro throws an off balance right hand
and Dixon counters with a straight right hand.
Dixon defending well as Puro loads up on a big left hand.
Dixon moves away from the strike by Puro.
Dixon jabbing away but nothing is landing.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Murha Puro.
Well Puro 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 Daniel Blasius scores the fight 28:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Murha Puro!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 02, 2019

#R1#
Dixon scores with a jab to the body.
Columbus keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dixon.
Columbus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dixon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Columbus manages to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Columbus on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Columbus scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Columbus misses with an uppercut.
Dixon doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Dixon has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT2#
It looks like Darren Dixon has been cut.
Columbus scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dixon doesn't seem bothered though.
Dixon digs a good body shot into Columbus's ribs.#T1#
Dixon throws a lazy uppercut
and Columbus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dixon misses with an uppercut. Columbus saw that one coming.
Dixon moves out of range of the strikes.
A jab from Columbus misses.
Columbus drops Dixon with a naaaaasty hook - Dixon is in real trouble here! Columbus dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Christoph Columbus!

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