Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 16, 2023

#R1#
A cross from Gambini lands.
Gambini scores with a jab. Pawlik acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Gambini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gambini misses with a hook. Pawlik ducked under it nicely.
Gambini throws a looping overhand right but Pawlik ducks down to avoid it.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
Pawlik has been working on his boxing with his coaches at BRAZILIAN TOP TEAM in the buildup to the fight.
Gambini throws a big shot that misses.
Pawlik half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Gambini throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Pawlik moves out of range as Gambini strikes.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Gambini is quick to defend against it.
Gambini throws a right and a left that Pawlik avoids nicely.
A swing and a miss from Gambini.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
Gambini tests Pawlik's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Pawlik avoids the body shot from Gambini.
Gambini looks to land a combination but Pawlik avoids it well.
Gambini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Gambini misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gambini wants to control but Pawlik passes into side. #T1#
Gambini manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Gambini is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Gambini manages to get to full guard.
Gambini is looking to sweep but instead, Pawlik has passed into half guard.
Gambini holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Gambini tries to get to full guard but Pawlik has control of the leg.
Gambini is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T3#
The fighters are battling for position here. Gambini manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Gambini 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#
Gambini keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Gambini's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T4#
Let's hope that Gambini 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gino Gambini dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Gambini looks to land a right hand but Pawlik moved out of range.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Pawlik drops his hands momentarily and Gambini takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Gambini misses with an uppercut. Pawlik saw that one coming.
Pawlik changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Gambini misses with a right hand #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Gambini!
Gambini manages to get back to half guard.
Gambini is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dick Pawlik overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Gambini controlling the position for now.
Gambini trying to control from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Gambini falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Gambini keeping hold of Pawlik's head, controlling as best he can.
Gambini is continuing to stall.
Gambini gets full guard.
Gambini is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T3#
The adventures of Gambini the control monster continue. Boring.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#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.
Pawlik is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Gambini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gambini looks to land a right hand but Pawlik moved out of range.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Gambini is quick to defend against it.
Gambini is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Gambini misses with an uppercut.
Gambini throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a single leg into guard. Gambini didn't expect that.
Gambini pulls Pawlik in close to his closed guard and prevents Pawlik from doing any damage or advancing position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gambini is on top in guard. #REVB#
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 Dick Pawlik will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Pawlik takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Gino Gambini seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gambini throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Gambini is holding on to half guard well.
Gambini 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gambini wants to get back to full guard.
Gambini has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Gambini keeps trying to improve his position.
Gambini moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Gambini is pulling down on Pawlik's head to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Gambini misses with a shot to the body #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Pawlik being controlled here momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pawlik stopping the sweep attempt from Gambini.#T3#
Gambini 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#
Gambini is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.

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 Dick Pawlik.
I think Pawlik has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

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

Event: SYN 945 Krylov vs. Stark
Date: Dec 25, 2022

#R1#
Pawlik connects with a body shot.
Pellegrini throws a wild body kick that Pawlik sees coming a mile off.
Pawlik throws a right and a left that Pellegrini avoids nicely.
Pellegrini misses with a low kick as Pawlik jumps back.
Pawlik with the counter takedown but Pellegrini avoids it easily.
Pawlik connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Pellegrini momentarily.
Pawlik misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Pawlik throws a sloppy body shot
and Pellegrini counters with a nice uppercut.
Pawlik 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.
A telegraphed right hand from Pellegrini misses the target.
Pellegrini misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Pawlik stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Pellegrini.
A shot to the liver by Pawlik. Beautiful body shot.
Pawlik takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Pawlik changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Pawlik.
Pellegrini throws a jab when Pawlik was well out of range.
Pawlik checks a low kick from Pellegrini.
A telegraphed right hand from Pawlik misses the target.
Pellegrini misses the jab.#TD2#
Pellegrini gets caught flat footed, as Pawlik shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Pellegrini keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Pellegrini pulls Pawlik in to control the position.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Pellegrini is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've been hearing good reports from Pellegrini's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Pawlik lands a couple of digs.#T2#
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Pellegrini keeps moving.
Pawlik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pellegrini swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pellegrini keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Pellegrini can't keep his opponent in guard - Pawlik advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura but Pellegrini is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pawlik to get the leverage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pellegrini defends it well.
Pawlik throwing shots but Pellegrini is blocking nicely. #T3#
Pawlik scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Still in half guard, Pawlik seems content to control.
Pellegrini tries to get to full guard but Pawlik has control of the leg.
Pawlik trying to control the action but Pellegrini is working from the bottom.
Pellegrini is looking to improve his position.
Pawlik is stalling here. Pellegrini is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Pawlik seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Pellegrini has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Pawlik is trying to control Pellegrini's posture but Pellegrini avoids it. #T4#
Pawlik is trying to get back to half guard.
Pawlik is trying to control Pellegrini's posture but Pellegrini avoids it.
Pellegrini in the domination position with Pawlik hanging on.
Pawlik is looking to regain half guard here but Pellegrini keeps moving and retains side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Dick Pawlik will probably get the nod.
That's time! Pellegrini's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD2#
Pawlik throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Pellegrini was covering up waiting for the punch and Pawlik finishes the takedown easily into guard.

Pellegrini has his feet on Pawlik's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Pawlik lands a nice shot that snaps Pellegrini's head back.
Pellegrini throws a looping overhand right but Pawlik ducks down to avoid it.
Pawlik fails with a takedown attempt.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Pellegrini fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pawlik manages to avoid it.
Pellegrini attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Nice defenses there by Pellegrini.#T1#
Pellegrini throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into guard.

Pellegrini pushes Pawlik off and gets back to his feet.
Vinnie Pellegrini is winning the standup battle so far.
A slapping body kick lands there for Pellegrini.
Pawlik slips a jab from Pellegrini.
And Pawlik tries to counter it with a takedown but Pellegrini pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Pawlik misses with a wild body shot.
Pellegrini throws a hook but Pawlik avoids it easily.
Pellegrini misses with a low kick.
Pawlik on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pellegrini tries to work over Pawlik's front leg with a kick but Pawlik checks it.
Pellegrini misses with a low kick.#T2#
A shot to the liver by Pawlik. Beautiful body shot.
Pawlik lands a glancing blow to the side of Pellegrini's head.
Pellegrini paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Pellegrini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Pawlik tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Pellegrini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pawlik jabs Pellegrini to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Pawlik falls off balance throwing a combination
and Pellegrini counters with a nice low kick that buckles Pawlik's knee momentarily.
Pellegrini lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Pawlik thuds his right hand into Pellegrini's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Pawlik takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T3#
Pellegrini moves away from the strike by Pawlik.
Pawlik avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pawlik blocks a leg kick.
Pellegrini throws a shot from downtown. Pawlik moves away and avoids it.
Pellegrini throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB2#
Pawlik is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pellegrini doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pawlik. #SUB2#
Pellegrini is defending against the submission attempts here by Pawlik. #T4#
Pawlik misses with a head shot. Pellegrini uses the momentum to regain guard.
Pellegrini has Pawlik pulled in close to control his posture.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vinnie Pellegrini dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Pellegrini throws a low kick but Pawlik moves out of range easily.
Pellegrini misses the jab.
Pawlik fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Pellegrini swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Pellegrini misses with a looping right.
Pawlik blocks a low kick nicely.
Pawlik tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Pawlik takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Pellegrini throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Pellegrini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Pawlik feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Pellegrini misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Pawlik counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Pawlik looking to sit in guard and control but Pellegrini gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Pawlik is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pellegrini is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
Pawlik 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#
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. Pawlik connects with a nice short shot to Pellegrini's temple.
Pawlik is keen to just control but Pellegrini is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Pawlik is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Pellegrini is just riding it out for now. Pawlik eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pellegrini doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pawlik. #T2#
Pellegrini holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #SUB2#
Pawlik seems to be working for a kimura but Pellegrini defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Pawlik wants to work for an arm triangle but Pellegrini is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T3##SUB2#
Pawlik is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Pellegrini sees it coming and defends easily.
Pawlik passes to side control. #SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Pellegrini has escaped the position, nice work there.
Pawlik throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
An elbow from Pawlik crashes against the mat.
Pellegrini seems a little lost for a moment, as Pawlik dominates the positioning.
Pawlik passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Pellegrini!
Pawlik looking to control but Pellegrini is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Pawlik throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Pellegrini is squirming around, avoiding Pawlik's attempts to control the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Pawlik goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Pellegrini turns into him and now he's in Pawlik's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pawlik trying to control the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Dick Pawlik.
I think Pawlik has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

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

Event: SYN 941 CDB vs. Hoost
Date: Dec 04, 2022

#R1#
Simon loads up on a big right hand but Pawlik slips the punch.
Nice cross by Pawlik.
Simon misses the shot to the body.
Jay Simon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Simon throws an overhand right that lands on Pawlik's shoulder, as Pawlik tries to avoid the shot.
Pawlik changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Pawlik keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Simon.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Simon avoids it well and moves away.
Simon goes for a double leg but Pawlik avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Pawlik continues to drive forward.
Simon swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
Simon shoots in for a double leg but Pawlik sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Simon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pawlik.
Pawlik lands an overhand right.
Pawlik defending well as Simon loads up on a big left hand.
Pawlik drops down looking for a counter takedown but Simon sprawls and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Pawlik is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Simon's half guard.#SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Simon defends it well.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but Simon defending well. #T1#
Pawlik is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Simon is refusing to be controlled, as Pawlik sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Simon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pawlik pulls his head out easily.
Pawlik is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Simon is looking for a sweep. Pawlik is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Simon is defending against the submission attempts here by Pawlik. #SUB#
Pawlik is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Simon won't allow Pawlik to pass to mount.
Pawlik wants to control but Simon is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Simon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pawlik pulls his head out easily.
Simon is looking to improve his position.
Pawlik looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
Pawlik is working for a submission of some sort.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pawlik is trying to control. Simon wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3##SUB2#
Simon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Simon makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Simon.
Pawlik landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Simon working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pawlik doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Pawlik manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Simon keeping full guard, as Pawlik tries to pass.
Pawlik stays in close to Simon's body and controls the position.
Simon manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Pawlik manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Simon wants to control from the top but Pawlik keeps moving. #T4##SUB#
Simon got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pawlik has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Simon has managed to get both his arms back between Pawlik's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Pawlik looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Simon pushing down on Pawlik's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Simon is pressing down on Pawlik's thigh, looking to free his foot. Pawlik is holding on for now.
Pawlik is looking for a sweep. Simon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Simon passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Pawlik!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Simon jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Pawlik manages to avoid the submission attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Pawlik keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pawlik drops down looking for a counter takedown but Simon sprawls and moves away.
Simon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pawlik.
A jab from Simon misses.
Simon lands a right hook to the body.
Simon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pawlik manages to avoid it.
Pawlik changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Simon moves into range and connects with a jab.
Simon takes a swing at Pawlik's ribcage but misses.
Pawlik fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Simon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#TD2#
Pawlik gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Simon to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Pawlik keeping moving, preventing Simon from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simon looking to pass the guard.
Pawlik looking to control. #T1#
Simon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Simon keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Pawlik has an active guard here but Simon has managed to pass into half guard.
Simon wants to free his trapped foot but Pawlik is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Simon is looking to take a break and control but Pawlik is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Pawlik is trying to control but can't. #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.
Simon tries to pass to full mount but Pawlik defends it.
Pawlik wants to control but Simon is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Simon is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Simon wants to control but Pawlik is keeping him busy.
Pawlik is looking for a sweep. Simon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Simon wants to take a breather but Pawlik is having none of it.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Simon is stalling here. Pawlik is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Simon seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Pawlik has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Simon is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Simon is trying to control Pawlik's posture but Pawlik avoids it. #T3#
Simon stops Pawlik from passing to mount.
Simon tries to buck Pawlik off but Pawlik is having none of it.#SUB#
Pawlik thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Simon is trying to control Pawlik's posture but Pawlik avoids it.
Simon is looking to regain half guard here but Pawlik keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Pawlik tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Pawlik cracks Simon with an elbow. That is naaassty.#T4#
Simon is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Pawlik off and has taken his back!
Pawlik turns into Simon and is now in his guard.
Pawlik tries to free his leg and advance position but Simon is retaining full guard.
Simon not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Pawlik won't allow Simon to sweep him here.
Pawlik tries to free his leg and advance position but Simon is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Simon throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Pawlik postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Simon keeping full guard, as Pawlik tries to pass. #SUB2#
Simon working for a triangle but Pawlik defends it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jay Simon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Simon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pawlik moves away.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Simon avoids it well and moves away.
Pawlik takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Simon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pawlik avoids the body shot from Simon. #TD2#
Pawlik gets caught napping as Simon dives in and scores a takedown. Pawlik manages to retain guard.#SUB2#
Simon drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Simon jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Pawlik had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Simon defends it easily.
Pawlik is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simon trying to control but Pawlik is working from the bottom.
Simon pushes down on Pawlik's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T1#
Simon trying to control from Pawlik's half guard. Pawlik has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Pawlik trying to keep a closed guard but Simon is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Pawlik has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Simon can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Pawlik looking to hit a scissor sweep but Simon is one step ahead there.
Jay Simon has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Pawlik is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Simon 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. #SUB#
Pawlik escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Simon gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Pawlik keeping full guard, as Simon tries to pass.
Simon passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Simon trying to control the position but Pawlik is working away. #T3##SUB2#
Simon tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Simon is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Pawlik has escaped the position, nice work there.
Pawlik prevents Simon from moving into mount. #SUB2#
Simon working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Pawlik is not content to let Simon control the position. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Simon tries to advance to mount but Pawlik denies him. #SUB2#
Simon is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Pawlik has escaped the position, nice work there.
Pawlik sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Pawlik looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Simon 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.
Simon trying to mount his opponent but Pawlik defends it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jay Simon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Simon 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: SYN 937 Randleman vs. Torsten
Date: Nov 12, 2022

#R1#
Kamei ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pawlik moves away.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
Kamei throws a big shot that misses.
Pawlik looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Pawlik lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Kamei backs up against the cage.
Pawlik defending well as Kamei loads up on a big left hand.
Kamei cracks Pawlik with an open hand slap.
Pawlik scores with a jab. Kamei acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kamei throws a lazy right hand but Pawlik sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kamei sizes up Pawlik with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kamei throws a body shot but no joy.
Pawlik moves out of range of the strikes.
Donk. Kamei catches Pawlik right on the button with a cross.
Kamei misses with a hook.
Pawlik avoids the body shot from Kamei. #T1#
Pawlik throws a right hand that misses
and Kamei counters with a left to the body.
Pawlik misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kamei.
The fighters circling - Kamei throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kamei lands a slapping body shot.
A shot to the body from Kamei misses #TD#
and Pawlik decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kamei's guard.
Pawlik postures up and lands a big shot to Kamei's brow.
Pawlik postures up and lands a big shot to Kamei's brow.
Pawlik is looking to work some ground and pound but Kamei has wrist control.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Kamei keeps moving.
Kamei tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Kamei keeps moving.
Pawlik pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kamei is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Kamei controlling the position.
Pawlik looking to pass the guard.
Kamei preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kamei is pulling down on Pawlik's head. It's preventing any offense from Pawlik, at least for the moment.
Let's hope that Kamei 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.
Pawlik looking to pass the guard.
Pawlik missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Kamei is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kamei throws a lazy right hand but Pawlik sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kamei throws a hook to the side of Pawlik's head but Pawlik sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Kamei avoids it well and moves away.
Pawlik ducks under a wild hook from Kamei.
Pawlik throws a jab but it's blocked by Kamei.
Kamei ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pawlik moves away.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Kamei avoids it well and moves away.
Pawlik gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kamei misses with a looping right.
Pawlik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Kamei on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kamei scores with a jab.
Kamei needs to keep his hands up - Pawlik had a free shot at his head there.
Kamei misses with a telegraphed body shot #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pawlik throwing strikes but missing.
Kamei pulls Pawlik in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
Pawlik drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Kamei dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Kamei is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Koichi Kamei 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#
Pawlik moves away from the strike by Kamei.
Pawlik tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kamei defends well and Pawlik ends up having to push Kamei into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#BC#
Pawlik breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kamei misses with a body shot.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Kamei is quick to defend against it.
A telegraphed right hand from Pawlik misses the target.
Kamei misses with a straight right.
Kamei misses with a straight left.
Kamei misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pawlik.
Pawlik defending well as Kamei loads up on a big left hand.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Kamei is quick to defend against it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kamei tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pawlik was well out of range. Poor timing from Kamei.
Pawlik drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kamei sprawls and moves away.
A jab from Kamei misses.
Kamei throws a jab but it's blocked by Pawlik.
Pawlik takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T1#
Kamei throws a hook but Pawlik avoids it easily.
Kamei throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pawlik keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kamei loads up on a big right hand but Pawlik slips the punch.
Pawlik changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Pawlik blocks a jab.
Kamei tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pawlik was well out of range. Poor timing from Kamei.
Kamei has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pawlik takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kamei thows a left - swing and a miss!
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Kamei avoids it well and moves away.
Kamei fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pawlik manages to avoid it.
Pawlik changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kamei walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Pawlik lands with a right hand. #T2#
Kamei throws a shot from downtown. Pawlik moves away and avoids it.
Kamei just misses with a punch to the body.
Pawlik changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kamei sprawls well. Kamei wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pawlik gets slowly back to his feet.#TD#
Pawlik changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kamei looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Pawlik working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Pawlik wants to control but Kamei is keeping him busy. #T3#
Kamei on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Pawlik scores with punches from side control.
Kamei is not content to let Pawlik control the position.
Kamei sneaks back into half guard.
Kamei wants to control but Pawlik is keeping busy.
Kamei might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Pawlik haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Kamei moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T4#
Pawlik wants to pass the guard but Kamei is keeping the position.
Pawlik is pushing down on Kamei's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kamei is fighting to maintain full guard but Pawlik has managed to sneak the leg through.
Kamei pushes Pawlik off looking to stand but Pawlik dives back in and keeps control.
Pawlik lands with a punch from half guard.
Kamei is looking for a sweep. Pawlik is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kamei has his hands clasped together around Pawlik's back. He's all about the action.#SUB#
Pawlik wants to work for an arm triangle but Kamei is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kamei is refusing to be controlled, as Pawlik sits in half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Koichi Kamei 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.#R3#
Pawlik has a takedown stuffed.
Pawlik throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Kamei in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
A big right from Kamei misses.
Kamei on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kamei missing with a left hand there. Pawlik was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Koichi Kamei seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kamei avoids the body shot from Pawlik.
Kamei looks to land a left hand but Pawlik moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Pawlik.
Kamei ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pawlik moves away.
Pawlik has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kamei finds it's way round the side to connect with Pawlik's head.
Kamei lands with a right hand. #T1#
Kamei misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pawlik.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Kamei is quick to defend against it.
Pawlik displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kamei throws out the jab.
Koichi Kamei is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kamei throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a single leg into guard. Kamei didn't expect that.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Kamei keeps moving.
Pawlik sitting in guard here, content to control.
Pawlik being controlled here momentarily.
Pawlik is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Pawlik stopping the sweep attempt from Kamei.#T2#
Pawlik lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Pawlik sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Kamei's guard. #SUB#
Pawlik is working for a kimura here but Kamei manages to reverse the position and he's now in Pawlik's guard. #SUB#
Pawlik throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Pawlik looking for a sweep. Not yet Pawlik, not yet. #SUB#
Pawlik throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Kamei escapes and throws Pawlik's legs to the side, diving into side control! #SU2#
Kamei has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #T3#
A big left from Kamei misses.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
Pawlik slips under a jab from Kamei.
Kamei swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Kamei avoids it well and moves away.
Kamei misses with an uppercut. Pawlik saw that one coming.
Pawlik shoots in and drives through. Kamei sprawls well.
Kamei now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Koichi Kamei seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Pawlik takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kamei swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Kamei is quick to defend against it.
Kamei tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pawlik was well out of range. Poor timing from Kamei.#TD#
Pawlik looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Kamei manages to get to full guard.
Pawlik lands a couple of elbows.#T4#
Pawlik trying to control but Kamei is working from the bottom.
Pawlik looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Pawlik cracks Kamei with a solid left hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kamei wants to sweep but no luck.
Pawlik postures up in Kamei's guard and throws a big left but Kamei blocks it.
Pawlik throws a big right hand that misses.
Pawlik 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.

Koichi Kamei really dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Kamei throws a big shot that misses.
Pawlik takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A slow jab from Kamei misses its intended target.
Pawlik moves out of range of the strikes.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Kamei is quick to defend against it.
Kamei throws a looping overhand right but Pawlik ducks down to avoid it.
Kamei misses with a straight left.
Kamei swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Kamei is quick to defend against it.
Kamei uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Pawlik.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kamei missing with a left hand there. Pawlik was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
Kamei ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pawlik moves away.
Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kamei.
Pawlik drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kamei sprawls and moves away.#T1#
Kamei throws a hook but Pawlik blocks it.
Pawlik blocks a jab.
Pawlik swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kamei lands with a straight right. Pawlik didn't see that one coming.
A big left from Kamei misses.
Pawlik ducks under a wild hook from Kamei.
Pawlik with a nice cross.
Pawlik blocks a jab.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kamei jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Pawlik blocks a jab.
Kamei swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range. #T2#
Pawlik moves out of range as Kamei strikes.
Pawlik staying out of range there.
Kamei misses with an uppercut.
Pawlik cracks Kamei with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kamei as he jumps to the side.
A slow jab from Kamei misses its intended target. #TD#
Pawlik dives in and scores a takedown into Kamei's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dick Pawlik overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Pawlik postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Kamei is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Kamei looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Pawlik working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kamei's head.
Kamei wants to sweep but no luck.
Pawlik postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Pawlik postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Pawlik looking to sit in guard and control but Kamei gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Pawlik has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Kamei is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Pawlik.
Pawlik gets back to half guard.#T4#
Kamei is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Kamei wants to free his trapped foot but Pawlik is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pawlik wants to improve his position but Kamei is controlling well.
Kamei controlling the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Koichi Kamei dominated that fourth round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R5##TD#
Kamei gets caught napping as Pawlik dives in and scores a takedown. Kamei manages to retain guard.
Pawlik looking to sit in guard and control but Kamei gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Kamei not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kamei passes into half guard.
Kamei is controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik won't allow Kamei to pass to mount. #T1#
Pawlik keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Pawlik trying to control from the bottom.
Kamei wants to free his trapped foot but Pawlik is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Kamei keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Pawlik trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Pawlik looking for submissions off his back.
Pawlik wants to get back to full guard.
Koichi Kamei is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kamei wants to pass the guard but Pawlik is defending well.
Pawlik makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Pawlik.
Kamei trying to control but Pawlik is working from the bottom.
Pawlik wants to sweep here but Kamei controlling him for the moment.
Pawlik is trying to keep Kamei in close. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Kamei connects with a good right hand that stumbles Pawlik. Pawlik circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T3#
Pawlik fails with the takedown
and Kamei counters with a stiff right hand.
Kamei lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Pawlik at a distance.
Kamei paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A jab from Pawlik misses.
Kamei works Pawlik's body with a nice hook.
Kamei looks to score with a jab to the body but Pawlik is just out of range.
Pawlik half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kamei digs a good body shot into Pawlik's ribs.
Kamei throws a jab but it's blocked by Pawlik.
Pawlik will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T4#
Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kamei.
Pawlik misses with a wild body shot.
Dick Pawlik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Pawlik shoots in for a double leg but Kamei sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kamei misses with a looping right.
Kamei lands a jab to the nose.
Pawlik misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kamei paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pawlik drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.

And that's the end of the fight!
Koichi Kamei comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kamei 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight for Koichi Kamei!
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight for Koichi Kamei!
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight for Koichi Kamei!

Koichi Kamei wins by unanimous decision!
Koichi Kamei very nearly forgot to thank HELLBENT amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: SYN 934 Benedetti vs. Joad
Date: Oct 22, 2022

#R1#
Pawlik just misses with a punch to the body.
Seran let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Seran misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Pawlik rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Seran counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pawlik steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Seran.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
Pawlik looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Seran pivots, looking for a leg kick but Pawlik is out of range and Seran settles back down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik avoids the head kick by Seran.
Dick Pawlik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pawlik looks to land a left hand but Seran moved out of range nicely.
Nice shot lands for Pawlik.#T1#
Pawlik throws a good cross that connects.
Pawlik keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Seran ducks right into an uppercut from Pawlik.
Pawlik scores with a shot to the body.
Seran pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Seran misses with a body shot.
Pawlik misses with a wild body shot.
A little jabbing left from Seran on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
Seran tries to clinch but Pawlik is having none of it.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
Pawlik scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Seran looks to score with a jab to the body but Pawlik is just out of range.
Pawlik half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Pawlik looks to throw the jab but Seran is out of range.
Seran lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
A big left from Pawlik misses.
Pawlik cracks Seran with an open hand slap.
Pawlik fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T3#
A slow jab from Seran misses its intended target.
Seran scores with a decent looking hook.
Pawlik scores with a jab to the jaw.
Seran takes a jab right on the kisser.
Pawlik shoots in but Seran avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Seran only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Seran moves into range and connects with a jab. #T4#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Pawlik.
Pawlik lands a jab to Seran's midsection.
Pawlik walks into a left hand.
Seran wants to clinch.
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 Dick Pawlik will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Pawlik cracks Seran with a right hand to the side of the head.
Pawlik shoots for a takedown but Seran saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Seran misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Seran misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Pawlik.
Pawlik is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Seran keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Pawlik has gone for a leg lock! Seran slips out almost immediately though and dives into Pawlik's guard.#REVB#
Pawlik looking to hit a scissor sweep but Seran is one step ahead there.
Pawlik keeping full guard, as Seran tries to pass. #SUB#
Pawlik working for a triangle but Seran defends it easily.
Pawlik has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Seran got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pawlik has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Seran has managed to get both his arms back between Pawlik's legs - danger averted.
Pawlik is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB2#
Seran is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pawlik pulls his head out easily.
Pawlik is nestled in close to Seran, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pawlik seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Seran has hold of Pawlik's hands but Pawlik slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T3##SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Seran still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Seran has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! #SUB2#
Seran is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Pawlik has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Seran thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Seran is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Pawlik has escaped the position, nice work there.
Pawlik is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##SUB2#
Seran is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pawlik defends it well. #SUB2#
Seran looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Pawlik looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Pawlik looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Pawlik slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Seran slips a straight right by Pawlik.
Seran shapes to counter with a head kick.
Pawlik throws a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Seran throws a head kick but Pawlik moves out of range.
Seran tries to clinch up.
Seran has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T1#
Pawlik connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Pawlik just misses with a punch to the body.
Pawlik misses with an uppercut.
Pawlik backing away here, and Seran unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Seran in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Pawlik connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Seran's hands.
Pawlik connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Seran momentarily.
Pawlik is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Seran can do to turn this around?
Pawlik lands an overhand right.
Pawlik takes a swing at Seran's ribcage but misses.
Olyn Seran has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Jab by Pawlik.
Pawlik scores with a nice strike.
Dick Pawlik is winning the standup battle so far.
Seran defending well as Pawlik loads up on a big left hand.
Seran looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Pawlik avoids the head kick by Seran.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#TD#
Pawlik throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Seran tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Pawlik is in Seran's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Seran has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Pawlik can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Seran has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Pawlik can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Seran keeps moving.
Pawlik stopping the sweep attempt from Seran.
Pawlik trying to control but Seran is working from the bottom.
Pawlik keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Seran's head.
Seran wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Pawlik avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Seran keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Pawlik is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Pawlik's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Dick Pawlik is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB#
Pawlik 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.
Pawlik 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dick Pawlik showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Pawlik 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dick Pawlik!
Our winner, Dick Pawlik, 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: SYN 930 Leifsson vs. Bigg
Date: Sep 28, 2022

#R1#
Patriot throws a jab but it's blocked by Pawlik.
Patriot walks into a jab.
Patriot looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
The fight stays on the outside here - Patriot looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Patriot tries to clinch there but Pawlik circles away.
Pawlik fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Pawlik looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Pawlik with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Pawlik looking to score a takedown here. Patriot is defending well but Pawlik drives through and ends up in Patriot's guard.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Patriot keeps moving. #T1#
Pawlik slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Pawlik is looking to work some ground and pound but Patriot has wrist control.
Patriot keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pawlik pushing down on Patriot's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Pawlik is keen to just control but Patriot is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Pawlik is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Patriot sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Patriot defends it well.
Patriot wants to get back to his feet. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Pawlik thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Patriot's head. #SUB#
Pawlik wants to work for an arm triangle but Patriot is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Pawlik sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Pawlik is trying to control the action in half guard but Patriot is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #ES2#
Patriot makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Patriot tries to clinch up but Pawlik circles away and keeps his distance.
Gorgon Patriot seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Pawlik thuds his right hand into Patriot's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Pawlik misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Patriot rushes Pawlik and presses him up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Patriot.
Patriot lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Pawlik is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Patriot is defending well.
Pawlik lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Pawlik blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Patriot presses Pawlik against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#BC#
Pawlik breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Patriot gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Patriot lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Pawlik looking to stall.
Pawlik has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Patriot after a bit of a struggle. #T4#
Pawlik lands a shoulder strike.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#BC2#
Patriot breaks the clinch.
Pawlik looks to land a right hand but Patriot moved out of range.
Pawlik takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nice defenses there by Pawlik.
Patriot wants to clinch.
Pawlik drops down looking for a counter takedown but Patriot sprawls and moves away.#CL2#
Patriot clinches.
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 Dick Pawlik will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Pawlik blocks a low kick nicely.
Pawlik half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Pawlik lands a jab to the nose.
No joy there for Patriot, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Pawlik lands a slapping body shot.
Patriot misses with a looping right.
Patriot jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Patriot throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a single leg into guard. Patriot didn't expect that.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Pawlik postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Patriot is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Pawlik, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
Pawlik looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T1#
Pawlik looking to control.
Pawlik looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Pawlik wants to improve his position but instead Patriot has moved into half guard.
Pawlik trying to control here.
Pawlik is looking to improve his position.
Pawlik is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Patriot jumps into side control!#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Pawlik wants to control but Patriot postures up.
Pawlik tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Pawlik is working hard here to advance position.#SU2#
Patriot stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Gorgon Patriot is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pawlik misses with a jab, cross combination.
Pawlik stuns Patriot with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Patriot throws a jab when Pawlik was well out of range.#CL2#
Patriot instigates a clinch.
Pawlik lands a right hand that snaps the head of Patriot backwards.
Patriot makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T3#
Pawlik is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Patriot gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC2#
Patriot's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Patriot is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Patriot slips under a jab from Pawlik.
Patriot throws a combination. Pawlik tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Patriot throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pawlik sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Pawlik on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Patriot jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pawlik changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Pawlik dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Pawlik throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Patriot's waist but Patriot gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pawlik off to one side.
Pawlik keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A left lands for Patriot.#T4#
Patriot connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Patriot slips under a jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Patriot! But no joy.
Pawlik slips a jab from Patriot.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Patriot. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Patriot looks to throw the jab but Pawlik is out of range.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD#
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Dick Pawlik overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Pawlik with a flurry of punches that miss.
Pawlik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Patriot swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Patriot keeps moving.
Pawlik with a flurry of punches that miss.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gorgon Patriot showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
A big left from Patriot misses.
Pawlik drops down looking for a counter takedown but Patriot sprawls and moves away.
Patriot fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Pawlik looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Patriot as he avoids it easily.
Patriot tries to clinch but Pawlik moves out of range.
Gorgon Patriot seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Patriot scores with a three punch combo!
Patriot tries to close the distance and clinch but Pawlik swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Pawlik gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Patriot counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Patriot throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Pawlik half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T1#
Patriot throws a jab but it's blocked by Pawlik.
Pawlik half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Pawlik dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Patriot misses.
A jab from Pawlik does it's job there.
Pawlik throws a good cross that connects.
Pawlik keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Patriot.
A big left from Patriot misses.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
Patriot swings away with a body shot that misses #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Pawlik.
Pawlik stops Patriot from standing up. #T2#
Pawlik throws a strike but Patriot rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Patriot won't allow Pawlik to sweep him here.
Patriot would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Patriot postures up.
Pawlik wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Patriot is now in half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Pawlik looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are battling for position here. Pawlik manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3#
Patriot preventing the sweep.
Patriot wanted to stand there but Pawlik had control of the position.
Pawlik controls Patriot momentarily but Patriot frees himself. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Patriot misses the body punch #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a single leg into guard. Patriot didn't expect that.

Patriot is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Pawlik presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #T4#
Pawlik scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Pawlik manages to break the clinch.
Good shot there by Patriot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Patriot is looking to clinch.
Patriot bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Pawlik's head backwards.
Pawlik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A big left from Patriot misses.
Pawlik checks the leg kick nicely there.
Patriot throws a hook to the side of Pawlik's head but Pawlik sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gorgon Patriot really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Pawlik looks to throw the jab but Patriot is out of range.
Patriot misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Pawlik.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Patriot being controlled here, momentarily. #ES2#
Patriot pushes Pawlik off and gets back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Patriot throws a lazy right hand but Pawlik sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Patriot connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Patriot throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
Patriot looks to throw the jab but Pawlik is out of range.
Patriot throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.

Patriot pushes Pawlik off and gets back to his feet.
Pawlik is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A good leg kick by Patriot.
Patriot has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pawlik misses with a wild body shot.
Patriot is looking to clinch.
Pawlik on the wrong end of a nice hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pawlik staying out of range there.
Pawlik tries for a takedown but Patriot circles away easily
and Patriot counters with an inside leg kick. #T2#
Pawlik keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Patriot.
Patriot throws a lazy right hand but Pawlik sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL2#
Patriot has managed to clinch.
Patriot has a couple of punches blocked by Pawlik.
Pawlik blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Pawlik escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Patriot throws out a loose jab but Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL2#
Patriot has closed the distance and engaged Pawlik in a clinch.
Pawlik blocks an uppercut. #T3##BC#
Pawlik escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Patriot drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Patriot scores with a leg kick.
Patriot misses with a hook.
Patriot fails with an attempt to clinch.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
Good shot there by Pawlik.
Pawlik scores with a jab.
Pawlik walks into a straight right hand from Patriot.
Patriot misses with a hook. Pawlik ducked under it nicely. #T4#
Patriot tries to clinch there but Pawlik circles away.
Pawlik steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Patriot.
The fighters circling - Patriot throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The fighters circle momentarily. Patriot darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Pawlik moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pawlik scores with a hook.
Patriot works the jab nicely.
Pawlik keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL2#
Pawlik gets tackled into the cage by Patriot. Patriot maintains the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gorgon Patriot dominated that fourth 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. This is the final round!#R5##CL2#
Patriot closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Pawlik blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Pawlik prevents a body shot from Patriot. #BC#
Pawlik breaks from the clinch.
Pawlik misses with a wild body shot.
Patriot throws out a counter right but Pawlik avoids it with no problem.
Pawlik throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Patriot stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Patriot throws a low kick, looking for Pawlik's leg but Pawlik calmly moves out of range.
Pawlik slips a jab from Patriot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Patriot throws a low kick but it's checked well by Pawlik.
Pawlik swings widly with a right hand
and Patriot counters with a three punch combo that has Pawlik backing up. Pawlik nods at Patriot to acknowledge the strikes.
Pawlik misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T1#
Patriot pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
Pawlik's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Patriot connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Pawlik scrambles back to his feet.
Patriot tries to bum rush Pawlik with a series of wild strikes but Pawlik uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Pawlik connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Patriot momentarily.
Pawlik closes the distance and clinches up with Patriot, looking for a takedown. Pawlik pushes Patriot against the cage but Patriot circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
It seemed like Patriot was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A low kick from Patriot is predictable there #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a single leg into guard. Patriot didn't expect that.

Patriot kicks Pawlik off and gets to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pawlik keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Patriot.#T2#
Pawlik checks a leg kick nicely.
Patriot swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
Patriot wants to clinch up but Pawlik keeps it at a distance.
Pawlik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Patriot stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Patriot wants it to stay on the feet.
Patriot was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Patriot takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Pawlik throws a shot from downtown. Patriot moves away and avoids it.
Patriot misses the jab.#T3#
Pawlik shoots in but Patriot avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A big left from Patriot misses.
Pawlik slips under a jab.
Patriot throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Pawlik.
Pawlik looking to pass the guard.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Patriot keeps moving.
Pawlik throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
Pawlik trying to move into half guard but instead Patriot has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Dick Pawlik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Pawlik is working an open guard so Patriot takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Pawlik tries to score a power double leg takedown but Patriot sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pawlik somewhat.
Patriot tries to clinch #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a shoot takedown. Patriot fights it but they end up in guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Patriot working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Pawlik.
Pawlik looking to pass the guard.
Patriot is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gorgon Patriot comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Patriot 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 46:49
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 46:49
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gorgon Patriot!
Our winner, Gorgon Patriot, 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: SYN 925 Pawlik vs. Vice
Date: Aug 31, 2022

#R1#
Pawlik uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vice.
Pawlik drops down looking for a counter takedown but Vice sprawls and moves away.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Pawlik lands with a straight right. Vice didn't see that one coming.
Vice tries to close the distance and clinch but Pawlik swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Vice avoids it well and moves away.
Pawlik has been working on his boxing with his coaches at McGrady FT in the buildup to the fight.
Vice looks to land a right hand but Pawlik moved out of range.
Pawlik connects with the punch.
Pawlik has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Vice.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vice tries a low kick but Pawlik avoids it.
Pawlik scores with a jab to the head.
A left and a right from Pawlik both land. Nice combination. #T1#
Pawlik misses with a body punch
and Vice connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Pawlik fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vice manages to avoid it.
Pawlik dives in and grabs Vice's left leg, looking for a takedown. Vice pushes down on Pawlik's head and hops out.
Vice swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Vice has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Pawlik tests Vice's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Pawlik lands a lovely overhand right.
Pawlik staying out of range there.
Vice paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T2#
Vice tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Pawlik connects with a nice looking jab.
Vice throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a shoot takedown. Vice fights it but they end up in guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#ES2#
Vice scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Vice moves out of range as Pawlik strikes.
Vice thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vice has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Pawlik finds it's way round the side to connect with Vice's head.
Pawlik steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vice.#T3#
Vice throws an off balance right hand #TD#
so Pawlik counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Vice is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Vice is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #ES2#
Vice is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Pawlik presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Vice lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Vice lands with a left to the head.
Vice stops a takedown attempt from Pawlik.
Vice stops a takedown attempt from Pawlik.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vice lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Pawlik backwards.
Pawlik has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Vice after a bit of a struggle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vice keeps control of Pawlik as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Pawlik tries to break the clinch but Vice is controlling the position.
Pawlik tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Vice smiles and moves away.
Vice tries to clinch up.#T4#
Pawlik slips a straight right by Vice.
Pawlik tries for a takedown but Vice sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Vice ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pawlik moves away.
A cross from Vice lands.
Vice fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pawlik manages to avoid it.
Pawlik cracks Vice with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Vice misses the body punch #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Pawlik.
Vice is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Miami Vice will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Vice throws a jab when Pawlik was well out of range.
Vice misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into side control. Vice won't be happy with that.

Vice throws Pawlik to one side and escapes!
Pawlik tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Vice defends well and Pawlik ends up having to push Vice into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Pawlik prevents a body shot from Vice.
Vice swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vice has a couple of punches blocked by Pawlik.
A left hand lands to the body for Vice.
Pawlik is trying to break the clinch but Vice is controlling him.
Pawlik wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Vice misses with a hook from the clinch.
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!
Pawlik is working for takedown but Vice is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC#
Pawlik breaks the clinch.
Pawlik cracks a nice hook into Vice's ribs.
Vice tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Pawlik. #T1#
Vice wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Pawlik manages to pass to side control.
Vice is trying to stand up here but Pawlik is controlling him well.
Pawlik wants to control but Vice is keeping him busy.
Vice is trying to stand up here but Pawlik is controlling him well.
Dick Pawlik overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Pawlik throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Vice looks like he's trying to stand up.
Pawlik is keen to just control but Vice is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Pawlik looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Pawlik seems to be working for a kimura but Vice defends the submission attempt.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Pawlik trying to control from half guard but Vice is working away.
Pawlik working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
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. Pawlik connects with a nice short shot to Vice's temple.
Pawlik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vice keeps working.
Vice looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB#
Pawlik is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Vice is not content to let Pawlik control the position.#T3#
Vice is trying to stand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES2#
Vice pushes Pawlik off and gets back to his feet.
Pawlik throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Vice walks into a stiff left hand from Pawlik.
Pawlik fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Vice tries to clinch up#TD#
and Pawlik counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T4#
Vice is looking to stand up but Pawlik isn't so interested in that idea.
Vice keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Vice wants to get back to his feet but Pawlik is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Pawlik trying to control but Vice is working from the bottom.
Vice wants to get back to his feet but Pawlik is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Pawlik advances position into side control!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pawlik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vice keeps working.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Vice misses with an uppercut. Pawlik saw that one coming.
Pawlik swats away the attempt to clinch by Vice.
Pawlik swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Vice.
Dick Pawlik is winning the standup battle so far.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vice wants to counter the offense by Pawlik and move into the clinch position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik connects with the punch.#CL2#
Vice gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T1#
Still in the clinch, Vice scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC#
Pawlik breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Pawlik throws a jab when Vice was well out of range.
Pawlik staying out of range there.
Pawlik avoids the head kick by Vice.
Pawlik pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pawlik.
Vice avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Vice uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Pawlik.
A little jabbing left from Vice on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Vice tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Vice is trying to stand up here but Pawlik is controlling him well. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura but Vice is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pawlik to get the leverage.
Vice pushes Pawlik off looking to stand but Pawlik dives back in and keeps control. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura but Vice is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pawlik to get the leverage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pawlik trying to control from half guard but Vice is working away.
Vice wants to get back to his feet.
Vice is refusing to be controlled, as Pawlik sits in half guard.
Pawlik landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vice is trying to stand back up but Pawlik is controlling him #T3##SUB#
Pawlik wants to work for an arm triangle but Vice is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Pawlik not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Vice tries to kick Pawlik off but Pawlik keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Pawlik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vice keeps working.
Vice pushes Pawlik off looking to stand but Pawlik dives back in and keeps control.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Vice moves in looking to clinch but Pawlik pushes him off.
Miami Vice is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pawlik uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vice.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Pawlik slips a jab from Vice.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Vice is quick to defend against it.
Vice throws out a loose jab but Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vice connects with a leg kick.
Vice closes the distance looking to clinch #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vice is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Pawlik is controlling him.
Vice is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Pawlik dives into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik clearly takes 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.#R4#
Vice throws a good cross that connects.
Vice misses with an uppercut.
Pawlik is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Vice throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a shoot takedown. Vice fights it but they end up in guard. #ES2#
Vice pushes Pawlik off and gets back to his feet.
Nice body punch from Pawlik. #T1#
Vice tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Pawlik manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Vice lands a jab.
Vice throws a series of punches but Pawlik avoids them all with ease.
Pawlik throws a right hand that misses
and Vice counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vice misses with an uppercut.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A left lands for Pawlik.
Pawlik connects with a nice looking jab.
Vice misses with a looping right.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Vice is quick to defend against it.#T2##TD#
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Vice napping and manages to drive through into side control!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vice is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Vice is not content to let Pawlik control the position. #SUB#
Pawlik looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Pawlik looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Pawlik is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Vice is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T3##SUB#
Pawlik is trying to get an arm triangle but Vice is defending well. #SUB#
Pawlik is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Vice is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Vice is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Pawlik has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Vice is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#ES2#
Vice explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #TD#
Pawlik gets a double leg takedown into Vice's guard.
Vice wants to stand and escape but Pawlik is having none of it. #ES2#
Vice is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Pawlik presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Pawlik blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Vice manages to break the clinch. #T4#
Vice throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pawlik sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A slow jab from Pawlik misses its intended target.
It seemed like Vice was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pawlik throws an overhand right that lands on Vice's shoulder, as Vice tries to avoid the shot.
Vice throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pawlik slips a straight right by Vice.
Pawlik misses the jab.
Vice's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Vice duly obliges.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Miami Vice dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Vice turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Vice throws the left hand but Pawlik avoids the punch easily.
Vice is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Pawlik swats away the attempt to clinch by Vice.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Vice staying out of range there.
It seemed like Vice was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Pawlik thows a left - swing and a miss!
A little jabbing left from Vice on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Pawlik takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Vice lands with a straight right. Pawlik didn't see that one coming.
Vice closes the distance looking to clinch #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Pawlik stops Vice from getting back to his feet. #T2#
Pawlik throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Pawlik is working for a submission of some sort.
Pawlik is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Vice!
Vice is trying to stand up.
Pawlik looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pawlik is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Vice can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
You get the feeling that Vice really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Pawlik is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Vice can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
You get the feeling that Vice really doesn't like being in this position too much. #SUB#
Pawlik is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Vice to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Vice shrugs it off.
Vice squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape. #T3#
Pawlik with shots to the head and body - Vice looks very uncomfortable down there.
Vice is trying to stand up.
Pawlik scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Pawlik landing strikes, looking to finish!
Pawlik won't let Vice get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Pawlik takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Vice in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Vice trying desperately to get to his feet. #T4#
Pawlik can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Vice is looking to escape.
Vice wants to get back to his feet.
Pawlik with a couple of short strikes.
Vice is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Pawlik is in the full mount, landing strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pawlik looking to control but Vice is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Vice is really trying hard to get back to his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dick Pawlik showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Pawlik 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 49:46
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 49:46
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 49:46

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

Event: SYN 921 Slaissi vs. Line
Date: Aug 10, 2022

#R1#
Kamei dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Pawlik scores with a jab. Kamei acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kamei takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kamei listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A left lands for Pawlik.
A big left from Pawlik misses.
Kamei throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kamei is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Pawlik uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kamei.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Pawlik.
Kamei misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kamei takes a swing at Pawlik's ribcage but misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pawlik throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
Pawlik misses with an uppercut.
Kamei let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Pawlik throws a looping overhand right but Kamei ducks down to avoid it.
Pawlik throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kamei counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Pawlik thinking.
Pawlik cracks Kamei with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Koichi Kamei is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pawlik misses with a looping left.
Kamei waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pawlik.
Pawlik misses with a takedown
and Kamei counters with a nice uppercut.
Kamei throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kamei misses with a hook.
Kamei with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Pawlik to score with a decent uppercut.#T2#
Pawlik cracks Kamei with a right hand to the side of the head.#TD#
Pawlik scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
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!
Kamei slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Kamei keeps moving.
Kamei is adopting a defensive guard.
Pawlik scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kamei working a defensive guard here.
Pawlik is fighting to break Kamei's control of his arms but Kamei is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T3#
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Kamei is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pawlik connects with a couple of short punches.
Pawlik stopping the sweep attempt from Kamei.
Pawlik trying to control but Kamei is working from the bottom.
Pawlik is really struggling to control Kamei but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Kamei has his hands on Pawlik's head, controlling the position.
Kamei keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Pawlik being controlled here momentarily. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Let's hope that Kamei 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.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Pawlik shoots in and bounces Kamei off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB#
Pawlik is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Kamei is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Kamei has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Pawlik looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Kamei works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kamei throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kamei throws a body shot but no joy.
Pawlik throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL2#
and Kamei holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Kamei working aggressively here.
Kamei leaning his opponent against the cage.
Pawlik is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kamei is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kamei digs a right hand into Pawlik's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Pawlik's gas tank.
Pawlik is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kamei gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A right hand to the body from Kamei.
Pawlik working hard to break the clinch.
Pawlik swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T1#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kamei.
Pawlik tries to break the clinch but Kamei is controlling the position.
Pawlik makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kamei.
A short left from Kamei. #TD#
Pawlik pulls Kamei into guard.
Kamei's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kamei preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Pawlik is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kamei's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kamei wants to stand but Pawlik is controlling his posture from full guard. #T2#
Kamei sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Pawlik wants to improve his position but instead Kamei has moved into half guard.
Kamei content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Pawlik wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Pawlik looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Kamei is controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A big left from Pawlik misses.
A jab from Pawlik misses.
Pawlik keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A punch combination from Kamei misses.
Pawlik keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pawlik changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Pawlik fails with the takedown
and Kamei counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kamei throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dick Pawlik is winning the standup battle so far.
A slow jab from Pawlik misses its intended target.
Pawlik showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kamei.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Kamei in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Pawlik is defended easily by Kamei.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Kamei. Pawlik does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Kamei avoids it well and moves away.
Kamei slaps away a takedown attempt from Pawlik, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kamei wants to counter the offense by Pawlik and move into the clinch position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Koichi Kamei showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Pawlik fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kamei manages to avoid it.#TD#
Pawlik shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Kamei is trying to defend but Pawlik finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.

Kamei manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Kamei works Pawlik's body with a nice hook.
Pawlik keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pawlik shoots for a double leg takedown but Kamei sprawls well. He's pushed Pawlik's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A nice side step and Kamei releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A left lands for Pawlik.
Kamei just misses with a punch to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kamei lands a nice hook to Pawlik's body. Pawlik takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kamei throws a body punch but Pawlik moves out of range. #T1#
Kamei tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pawlik was well out of range. Poor timing from Kamei.
Pawlik changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Pawlik keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kamei swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kamei throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
Kamei scores with a nice strike.
Kamei ducks under a wild hook from Pawlik.
Kamei lands a jab to Pawlik's midsection.
Pawlik throws a jab when Kamei was well out of range.#TD#
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kamei napping and manages to drive through into side control!

Kamei sneaks out the side door and pushes Pawlik away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#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!
Kamei slips a jab from Pawlik.
Pawlik's corner calls for a 1-2. Pawlik obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Pawlik uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kamei.
Kamei is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Pawlik rather than just go for the knockout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kamei. Pawlik does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pawlik throws a poor cross that misses
and Kamei makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Koichi Kamei seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pawlik throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kamei let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Nice uppercut there from Kamei.
Pawlik uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kamei.
Kamei throws a hook but Pawlik blocks it.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Kamei is quick to defend against it.
Kamei lands an overhand right.#T3#
Pawlik uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kamei.
Kamei has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Pawlik uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kamei.
Kamei throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kamei tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pawlik was well out of range. Poor timing from Kamei.
Pawlik swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
No joy there for Kamei, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Pawlik shoots for a takedown but Kamei saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kamei fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A jab from Kamei does it's job there.
Pawlik takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T4#
Kamei just misses with a punch to the body.
Pawlik on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A swing and a miss from Pawlik.
A nice side step and Kamei releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kamei looks to score with a jab to the body but Pawlik is just out of range.
Kamei has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kamei misses with a body shot.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
Pawlik uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kamei.
Kamei slaps away a takedown attempt from Pawlik, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kamei scores with a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Koichi Kamei really dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Kamei throws a hook but Pawlik avoids it easily.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Pawlik avoids the body shot from Kamei.
Pawlik looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Pawlik looks to land a left hand but Kamei moved out of range nicely.
Pawlik takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Pawlik connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kamei. Kamei circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Pawlik throws out a powerful jab.
Kamei slips under a jab from Pawlik.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Pawlik shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Kamei is trying to defend but Pawlik finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Pawlik is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T1#
Kamei trying to control but Pawlik postures up. #SUB#
Pawlik is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Koichi Kamei has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Pawlik is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kamei has managed to free his arm - good work.
Pawlik tries to pass to full mount but Kamei defends it.
Kamei gets back to full guard.
Kamei pulls Pawlik in close to his closed guard and prevents Pawlik from doing any damage or advancing position.#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.
Pawlik is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Pawlik with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Kamei controls Pawlik momentarily but Pawlik frees himself.
Pawlik pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kamei is keeping the position for now.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Kamei keeps moving.
Kamei looking to control.
Kamei keeping full guard, as Pawlik tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Kamei pulls Pawlik in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Pawlik will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kamei has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Pawlik tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kamei defends well and Pawlik ends up having to push Kamei into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kamei creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kamei lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Pawlik backwards.
Kamei tries to work over Pawlik's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hook to the body lands for Kamei.
Pawlik has had enough of the clinch but Kamei keeps him there for the moment.
Pawlik effectively controlling the action here.
Kamei swings wildly with an uppercut but Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kamei misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Kamei stalling in the clinch but Pawlik improves position.
Kamei is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Pawlik prevents a body shot from Kamei.
Kamei stalling.
Pawlik is trying to break the clinch but Kamei is controlling him.
Pawlik misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kamei lands with a right to the head.
Pawlik drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Kamei gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pawlik swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A short body shot lands from Kamei as the two fighters clinch.
Kamei lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kamei lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Koichi Kamei dominated that fourth round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R5#
Kamei fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pawlik manages to avoid it.
Kamei ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Pawlik throws a hook to the side of Kamei's head but Kamei sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kamei jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kamei misses with a left hand #TD#
and Pawlik decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kamei's guard.

Kamei is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #BC#
Pawlik pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Pawlik misses with a hook.
Pawlik misses with a body shot.
Kamei misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pawlik.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
Kamei lands a nice hook to Pawlik's body. Pawlik takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Pawlik staying out of range there.
Kamei displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pawlik throws out the jab.
Kamei wants to counter with a clinch but Pawlik pushes him away.
Kamei misses with a body shot.
Pawlik keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kamei connects with a body shot.
Kamei scores with a decent looking hook.
Pawlik throws a jab but it's blocked by Kamei.
Kamei throws a hook but Pawlik blocks it.
Kamei tries to move into range but Pawlik moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Koichi Kamei is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Kamei throws a body shot but no joy.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Kamei avoids it well and moves away.
Pawlik misses with a looping left.
Pawlik fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kamei manages to avoid it.
Kamei swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pawlik gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kamei counters with a straight right hand.
Kamei misses with a wild body shot.
Kamei throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kamei lands a right hook to the body.
Pawlik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Pawlik drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kamei sprawls and moves away.#T3#
Pawlik darts in looking for a takedown but Kamei gets double underhooks and turns Pawlik into the cage.
Pawlik is trying to push Kamei away but Kamei has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Kamei has Pawlik pressed against the cage, preventing Pawlik from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC#
Pawlik escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A jab from Pawlik misses.
Kamei doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kamei tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pawlik was well out of range. Poor timing from Kamei.
Pawlik changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Pawlik steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kamei.
Pawlik lands a slapping body shot.
Pawlik misses the jab.#T4#
The fighters circling - Kamei throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dick Pawlik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kamei swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD#
and Pawlik counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Pawlik.
Kamei is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Pawlik dives into side control. #REVB#
Pawlik sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Kamei is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #SUB#
Pawlik tries for a kimura but Kamei is defending well.
Pawlik tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
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!
Kamei struggling a bit here.
Pawlik working the ground and pound but Kamei is defending the strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Koichi Kamei.
I think Kamei 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 46:49
Judge James Glass scores the fight 46:49
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Koichi Kamei!
Koichi Kamei really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that HELLBENT logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: SYN 920 Leifsson vs. CDB II
Date: Aug 05, 2022

#R1#
Myers looks to land a right hand but Pawlik moved out of range.
Myers 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.
Pawlik throws a lazy right hand but Myers sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pawlik just misses with a punch to the body.
Myers was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Myers takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Pawlik has been working on his boxing with his coaches at McGrady FT in the buildup to the fight.
Myers takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Pawlik misses with a wild body shot.
Pawlik throws an overhand right that lands on Myers's shoulder, as Myers tries to avoid the shot.
Nice defenses there by Pawlik.
Pawlik throws a poor cross that misses
and Myers counters with a nice kick to the body.
Myers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Myers throws a body shot but no joy.
Myers misses with a hook. Pawlik ducked under it nicely.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Myers avoids it well and moves away.
A decent looking cross lands there for Pawlik.
Myers walks into a stiff left hand from Pawlik.
A jab from Pawlik misses.
Myers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice uppercut lands for Pawlik. That snapped Myers's head back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pawlik swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pawlik drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T1##TD#
Pawlik shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Pawlik showed some decent athleticism there.
Myers is looking for a sweep. Pawlik is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Pawlik is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Myers has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Pawlik taking a breather but there's no such thing in a fight! Myers has locked on to a kimura from the bottom - he uses it to sweep and is now looking to finish from the top position! He's got it! Pawlik has tapped! Great work by Myers! Lay and pray doesn't pay, kids! Just remember, you heard it here first.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Cornelius Myers!
Cornelius Myers is the new lightweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Cornelius Myers thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: GAMMA#956 Sitsongrit v Dick
Date: Jul 23, 2022

#R1#
Pawlik moves out of range of the strikes.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the side of Pawlik's head but Pawlik sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Sitsongrit lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Pawlik has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Pawlik and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Pawlik throws a poor cross that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Pawlik thinking. #TD2#
Pawlik throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Sitsongrit tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Pawlik is in Sitsongrit's guard.#SUB2#
Pawlik drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Sitsongrit manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Pawlik has Sitsongrit in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Pawlik looking for a guillotine here but Sitsongrit defends easily.
Sitsongrit controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Sitsongrit pushes down on Pawlik's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Sitsongrit is trying to control the action in half guard but Pawlik is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Pawlik is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sitsongrit sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
Pawlik is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sitsongrit pulls his head out easily.
Sitsongrit seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Sitsongrit is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pawlik defends it well. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Pawlik trying to control here.
It looks like Sitsongrit is going to stand back up.
Sitsongrit trying to control the action but Pawlik is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Sitsongrit is trying to work for a kimura but Pawlik is defending well.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Pawlik is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pawlik moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T3##SUB2#
Pawlik working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sitsongrit doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sitsongrit manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Pawlik keeping moving, preventing Sitsongrit from controlling successfully.
Pawlik pulls Sitsongrit in close to his closed guard and prevents Sitsongrit from doing any damage or advancing position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sitsongrit trying to control but Pawlik is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sitsongrit looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.
Pawlik with the counter takedown but Sitsongrit avoids it easily.
Pawlik has a takedown stuffed.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Sitsongrit throws out a leg kick but Pawlik moves out of range and Sitsongrit only half commits.
Sitsongrit ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pawlik throws a big shot that misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Sitsongrit. That's going to slow Pawlik down.
A big right from Pawlik misses. #TD2#
Sitsongrit gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB2#
Pawlik drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Sitsongrit dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Sitsongrit trying to control but Pawlik is working from the bottom.
Sitsongrit 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pawlik keeping moving, preventing Sitsongrit from controlling successfully.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Pawlik looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yodsingkhun Sitsongrit dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Sitsongrit buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Pawlik connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sitsongrit momentarily.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight left.
Pawlik avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sitsongrit lands with a good body shot.
Sitsongrit connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Pawlik fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
Pawlik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Sitsongrit but Sitsongrit pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into side control. Sitsongrit won't be happy with that.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sitsongrit manages to work his way to half guard, despite Pawlik's best efforts.
Sitsongrit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pawlik can do to turn this around?
Pawlik trying to control the action but Sitsongrit is working from the bottom.
Pawlik is looking to advance position but Sitsongrit won't allow it.
Sitsongrit is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1##SUB#
Sitsongrit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pawlik pulls his head out easily.
Sitsongrit is trying to maintain the position but Pawlik is very close to passing his half guard.
Sitsongrit moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Pawlik passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Pawlik lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #SUB2#
Pawlik goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Sitsongrit rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Pawlik's guard! Nice work there by Sitsongrit!
Pawlik keeping moving, preventing Sitsongrit from controlling successfully. #T2#
Sitsongrit stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pawlik swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Pawlik throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sitsongrit looking to pass the guard.
Pawlik wants to sweep but no luck.
Pawlik is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB2#
Pawlik has his foot on Sitsongrit's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sitsongrit works his way back into a safe position though.
Sitsongrit is stalling in the full guard. #T3#
Sitsongrit passes Pawlik's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Pawlik tries to roll over but Sitsongrit keeps him under control.
Sitsongrit tries to pass to full mount but Pawlik defends it.
Well, if Sitsongrit 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.
Sitsongrit is looking to advance position but Pawlik won't allow it. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Pawlik is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Pawlik looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sitsongrit is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Pawlik is desperately trying to improve his position but Sitsongrit has a good base and remains in mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sitsongrit controlling his opponent.
Sitsongrit wants to take his opponent's back but Pawlik doesn't allow it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yodsingkhun Sitsongrit dominated that second round.
That's time! Sitsongrit's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Sitsongrit gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Pawlik.
Sitsongrit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pawlik.
Pawlik checks a leg kick.
Nice takedown defense from Sitsongrit. No joy for Pawlik on that attempt.
Pawlik swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Pawlik avoids the head kick by Sitsongrit.
Pawlik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pawlik.
Yodsingkhun Sitsongrit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pawlik throws a big shot that misses.
Pawlik misses with a takedown attempt
and Sitsongrit counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Pawlik checks it well.
A good leg kick by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a big shot that misses.
Pawlik swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sitsongrit tries a low kick but Pawlik avoids it.#T1#
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit thows a left - swing and a miss!
And Pawlik tries to counter it with a takedown but Sitsongrit pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping right.
A telegraphed right hand from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Sitsongrit looks to land a right hand but Pawlik moved out of range.
Pawlik staying out of range there.
Sitsongrit throws a shot from downtown. Pawlik moves away and avoids it.#TD2#
Pawlik decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Sitsongrit is trying to control but can't.
Sitsongrit makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sitsongrit.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Sitsongrit keeps moving. #SUB#
Sitsongrit working for a triangle but Pawlik defends it easily. #T2#
Pawlik scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB#
Sitsongrit looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Sitsongrit is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pawlik is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Sitsongrit wants to stand and escape but Pawlik is having none of it. #T3##SUB2#
Pawlik drops back looking for a leg! Sitsongrit is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sitsongrit manages to kick Pawlik off! Pawlik jumps back into Sitsongrit's guard.
Pawlik postures up.
Sitsongrit tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Sitsongrit throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Pawlik trying to control but Sitsongrit is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sitsongrit tried to score with a low kick but Pawlik checks it.
Pawlik thows a left - swing and a miss!
Pawlik ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sitsongrit misses with a wild body shot.
Pawlik with the counter takedown but Sitsongrit avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit misses with a kick to the body.
Sitsongrit throws a body shot but no joy.
Sitsongrit throws a quick inside leg kick.
Pawlik throws a jab when Sitsongrit was well out of range.
Sitsongrit throws a jab but it's blocked by Pawlik.
Pawlik fails with a takedown attempt.
Yodsingkhun Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dick Pawlik.
Sitsongrit thows a left - swing and a miss!
Pawlik tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#CL#
Sitsongrit has taken the fight to the clinch.
Pawlik tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A right hook to the body lands for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Pawlik avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage.
Sitsongrit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit throws a punch but it's blocked by Pawlik.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yodsingkhun Sitsongrit clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Pawlik. Sitsongrit does a little dance to reset his feet.
Yodsingkhun Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Pawlik.
Sitsongrit throws a lazy right hand but Pawlik sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from Sitsongrit misses.
A nice leg kick from Sitsongrit, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit lands a jab to Pawlik's midsection.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sitsongrit, as that shot connected.
Pawlik throws a right hand that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Pawlik misses with an uppercut. Sitsongrit saw that one coming.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown but Sitsongrit shows good takedown defense.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Sitsongrit tests Pawlik's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Pawlik misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sitsongrit feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Sitsongrit gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T1#
Pawlik connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but Pawlik moves out of range easily.
Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Pawlik keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sitsongrit.
Pawlik drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sitsongrit defends it well.
Pawlik takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Pawlik stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Pawlik pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sitsongrit wants to slow Pawlik down by chopping away at his legs.
Pawlik blocks a leg kick.
Sitsongrit swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Pawlik swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sitsongrit throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sitsongrit keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T2#
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Sitsongrit sprawls well. Sitsongrit wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pawlik gets slowly back to his feet.
Yodsingkhun Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dick Pawlik.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Sitsongrit sprawls well. Sitsongrit wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pawlik gets slowly back to his feet.
Pawlik avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pawlik closes this distance looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit circles away.
Pawlik displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sitsongrit throws out the jab.
Sitsongrit with a nice calf kick.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sitsongrit as he avoids it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pawlik misses with a looping left.
Pawlik takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Pawlik might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#T3#
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut.
Pawlik misses with a lunging right hand
and Sitsongrit counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Sitsongrit darts in and clinches Pawlik up against the cage.
Pawlik looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Pawlik has a couple of punches blocked by Sitsongrit.
Pawlik has a couple of punches blocked by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit blocks an uppercut.
Pawlik wants to break the clinch but can't.
Sitsongrit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit is pressed up against the cage. Pawlik 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 scores with a nice right hand. #T4#
Pawlik shoots in and drives through. Sitsongrit sprawls well.
Yodsingkhun Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Sitsongrit clinches up against the cage.
Sitsongrit letting Pawlik take a breather here.
Sitsongrit can't find room to land a body shot as Pawlik controls the action. #BC#
Sitsongrit manages to break the clinch.
Sitsongrit throws a shot from downtown. Pawlik moves away and avoids it.
Pawlik checks a leg kick.
Pawlik moves away from the strike by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Sitsongrit lunges at Pawlik with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Pawlik's hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sitsongrit looks to throw the jab but Pawlik is out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yodsingkhun Sitsongrit had his way with Dick Pawlik in that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Pawlik misses with an uppercut.
Nice defenses there by Pawlik.
Pawlik drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sitsongrit defends it well.
Pawlik throws a lazy uppercut
and Sitsongrit counters with a solid body kick.
Sitsongrit jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pawlik takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sitsongrit tried to score with a low kick but Pawlik checks it.
Sitsongrit goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Sitsongrit tried to score with a low kick but Pawlik checks it.
Sitsongrit goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Sitsongrit scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck for Pawlik with that takedown attempt.
Pawlik looks to score with a jab to the body but Sitsongrit is just out of range.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.
Pawlik slips a jab from Sitsongrit.#T1#
Pawlik takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sitsongrit with a nice calf kick.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pawlik takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Sitsongrit moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sitsongrit as he jumps to the side.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but Pawlik moves out of range easily.
Sitsongrit fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Pawlik checks a leg kick.
Sitsongrit looks to land a right hand but Pawlik moved out of range.
Sitsongrit chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A low kick from Sitsongrit misses #TD2#
and Pawlik counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Sitsongrit keeping full guard, as Pawlik tries to pass. #T2#
Sitsongrit seems keen to control Pawlik's posture.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Pawlik has passed into side control.
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Sitsongrit tries to control but Pawlik manages to take his back.
Pawlik is not going to allow Sitsongrit to sit and survive in this position.
Pawlik trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position. #T3#
Sitsongrit has hold of Pawlik's arm. He needs to escape this position sooner or later but for now he's happy enough to control the position and prevent the submission attempts.
Pawlik doesn't have the hooks in and Sitsongrit manages to turn into his guard. #SUB2#
Pawlik has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sitsongrit can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Sitsongrit has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Pawlik throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sitsongrit controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Sitsongrit would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T4#
Sitsongrit engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Dick Pawlik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Sitsongrit 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.
Sitsongrit won't allow Pawlik to sweep him here.
Sitsongrit stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pawlik swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Pawlik is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pawlik being controlled here, momentarily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Yodsingkhun Sitsongrit showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Sitsongrit 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 50:45
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 50:45
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yodsingkhun Sitsongrit!
A relieved looking Yodsingkhun 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 914 Maluga vs. Leifsson 3
Date: Jul 10, 2022

#R1#
Cressbeckler misses with a body kick.
Pawlik throws a lazy right hand but Cressbeckler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cressbeckler tries a head kick but it misses.
Cressbeckler turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Cressbeckler misses with a wild body shot.
Cressbeckler scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Pawlik shoots in for a double leg but Cressbeckler sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Cressbeckler lands with an overhand left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik misses with a straight left.
Cressbeckler throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Cressbeckler buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T1#
Cressbeckler misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
so Pawlik counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Pawlik throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cressbeckler works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Cressbeckler can't keep his opponent in guard - Pawlik advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pawlik wants to take a breather but Cressbeckler is having none of it.
Cressbeckler preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Cressbeckler trying to hold on to Pawlik's head to control him but Pawlik postures up. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Cressbeckler defends it well.
Pawlik throwing shots but Cressbeckler is blocking nicely. #T2##SUB#
Pawlik is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Pawlik scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Pawlik prevents Cressbeckler from standing back up.
Pawlik is keen to just control but Cressbeckler is a slippery customer.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Pawlik in particular looking to stall.
Pawlik looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Cressbeckler with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T3#
Pawlik trying to mount his opponent but Cressbeckler defends it.
Cressbeckler is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Pawlik seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Pawlik slows the pace down in half guard.
Cressbeckler avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Pawlik. #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.#SUB#
Pawlik wants to work for an arm triangle but Cressbeckler is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Pawlik throwing shots but Cressbeckler is blocking nicely.
Pawlik has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Pawlik not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Pawlik is keen to just control but Cressbeckler is a slippery customer.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Pawlik is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Cressbeckler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nice defenses there by Cressbeckler.
Cressbeckler throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Pawlik ducks right into an uppercut from Cressbeckler.
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 Dick Pawlik will probably get the nod.
That's time! Pawlik's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Cressbeckler moves away from the strike by Pawlik.
Pawlik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cressbeckler pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pawlik gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Cressbeckler.
Nice takedown defense from Cressbeckler. No joy for Pawlik on that attempt.
Cressbeckler defending well as Pawlik loads up on a big left hand.
Cressbeckler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Cressbeckler is quick to defend against it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik slips a straight right by Cressbeckler.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Cressbeckler avoids it well and moves away.
Cressbeckler wants to land a leg kick but Pawlik is out of range.
Pawlik half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Cressbeckler slips a jab from Pawlik.
Cressbeckler goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T1#
Pawlik ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pawlik shoots for a double leg takedown but Cressbeckler sprawls well. He's pushed Pawlik's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Cressbeckler ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A slow jab from Cressbeckler misses its intended target.
A head kick misses from Cressbeckler.
Pawlik takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Joad Cressbeckler is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A low kick lands for Cressbeckler.
Nice jab there from Cressbeckler.
A good leg kick by Cressbeckler.
Cressbeckler tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pawlik was well out of range. Poor timing from Cressbeckler.#T2#
Pawlik fails in his attempt to clinch.
Cressbeckler finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Pawlik looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Cressbeckler throws a hook but Pawlik blocks it.
Pawlik fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cressbeckler lands a right hook to the body.
Cressbeckler throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Pawlik.
Cressbeckler slips a straight right by Pawlik.#TD#
Pawlik looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Cressbeckler has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Pawlik is keen to just control but Cressbeckler is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Pawlik is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Cressbeckler sees it coming and defends easily.
Cressbeckler is controlling Pawlik's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Cressbeckler wants to control but Pawlik is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Pawlik working Cressbeckler over with strikes. #SUB#
Pawlik seems to be looking for submissions.
Cressbeckler trying to hold on to Pawlik's head to control him but Pawlik postures up. #SUB#
Pawlik is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #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.
Pawlik wants to control but Cressbeckler is keeping him busy.
Pawlik throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Pawlik missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Cressbeckler is refusing to be controlled, as Pawlik sits in half guard.
Pawlik is really struggling to control Cressbeckler but he's trying to hold on to the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pawlik sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Cressbeckler defending well though.
Pawlik with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joad Cressbeckler 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!#R3#
Cressbeckler throws a head kick but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Pawlik misses with a straight right.
Joad Cressbeckler seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Pawlik blocks the body kick.
Pawlik rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Cressbeckler moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Cressbeckler connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Pawlik shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Cressbeckler connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik shoots in and drives through. Cressbeckler sprawls well.
Cressbeckler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pawlik moves away.
Joad Cressbeckler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Cressbeckler does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Pawlik lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Cressbeckler lands with a kick to the temple. Pawlik shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Pawlik tries to clinch but Cressbeckler is having none of it.
Cressbeckler stuffs the takedown attempt from Pawlik. Pawlik gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cressbeckler feints and then cracks Pawlik's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pawlik down.
Cressbeckler throws a nice looking combination but Pawlik bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Pawlik fails with the takedown
and Cressbeckler counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T2#
Cressbeckler tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pawlik was well out of range. Poor timing from Cressbeckler.
Pawlik is looking to clinch but Cressbeckler is avoiding it.
Cressbeckler misses with an uppercut. Pawlik saw that one coming.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Cressbeckler swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik shoots and misses
and Cressbeckler counters with a right hand to the body.
Jab, jab by Cressbeckler - just one landing.
Cressbeckler connects with a good right hand that stumbles Pawlik. Pawlik circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cressbeckler lands a body shot.
Cressbeckler connects with an inside leg kick.#T3#
Pawlik on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Pawlik throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Cressbeckler stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#TD#
Pawlik looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Cressbeckler is positioning himself well to prevent Pawlik advancing to mount.
Cressbeckler gets back to full guard.
Cressbeckler keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cressbeckler 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##T4##SUB#
Pawlik looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Cressbeckler controlling the action here.
Pawlik wants to get back to full guard.
Pawlik gets full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joad Cressbeckler really dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Cressbeckler swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.

Cressbeckler kicks Pawlik off and gets to his feet.
Cressbeckler swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pawlik throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Pawlik ducks under a wild hook from Cressbeckler.
Pawlik half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Pawlik moves out of range of the body kick.
Cressbeckler lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Cressbeckler throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Cressbeckler throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cressbeckler takes a swing at Pawlik's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Pawlik avoids the body shot from Cressbeckler.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Cressbeckler avoids it well and moves away.#TD#
Pawlik scores with a takedown into Cressbeckler's guard.
Pawlik passes into half guard. #SUB#
Pawlik is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Cressbeckler is just riding it out for now. Pawlik eventually gives up the hold.
Pawlik is looking to take a break and control but Cressbeckler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Still in half guard, Pawlik seems content to control.#SUB#
Pawlik seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Pawlik is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Cressbeckler wants to control but Pawlik is keeping busy.
Cressbeckler moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Pawlik is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3#
Cressbeckler preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Pawlik looking to sit in guard and control but Cressbeckler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Pawlik not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Pawlik wants to sweep here but Cressbeckler controlling him for the moment.
Cressbeckler controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #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.#SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a triangle but Cressbeckler pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Cressbeckler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pawlik trying to keep a closed guard but Cressbeckler is proving a slippery customer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Joad Cressbeckler will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!#R5#
Cressbeckler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pawlik.
Pawlik getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Cressbeckler lands a leg kick that knocks Pawlik off balance momentarily.
Pawlik is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Cressbeckler wants to land a leg kick but Pawlik is out of range.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Cressbeckler is quick to defend against it.
Cressbeckler looks to land a body kick but Pawlik moved away.
Pawlik tries for a takedown but Cressbeckler sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Pawlik fails to land the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cressbeckler swats away the attempt to clinch by Pawlik.#T1#
Cressbeckler defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Pawlik.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pawlik shoots for a double leg takedown but Cressbeckler sprawls well. He's pushed Pawlik's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Cressbeckler stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Cressbeckler stuffs the takedown.
Pawlik looks for a takedown but Cressbeckler sprawls well.
Cressbeckler misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pawlik.
Pawlik takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #TD#
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#T2##SUB#
Pawlik 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.
Cressbeckler is looking to improve his position.
Cressbeckler is still trying to improve position.#T3##SUB#
Pawlik is working for a submission of some sort.
Joad Cressbeckler is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Cressbeckler controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB#
Pawlik is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Pawlik trying to control the action but Cressbeckler is working from the bottom.
Dick Pawlik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Pawlik is working for a submission of some sort.
Cressbeckler won't allow Pawlik to pass to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Pawlik is working for a submission of some sort.
Pawlik thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Cressbeckler's head. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Joad Cressbeckler comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Cressbeckler 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 46:49
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 46:49
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joad Cressbeckler!
Joad Cressbeckler is the new welterweight champion!
After the fight, Joad Cressbeckler was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: SYN 912 Bash At The Beach
Date: Jul 03, 2022

#R1#
Pawlik on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Pawlik has been working on his boxing with his coaches at McGrady FT in the buildup to the fight.
Cornelius Myers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Myers lunges at Pawlik with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Pawlik's hand.
Myers uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Pawlik has time to react.
Myers scores with a crisp jab that stopped Pawlik in his tracks.
Myers slips under a jab.
Myers just misses with a punch to the body.
Myers throws a nice inside leg kick.
Myers misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Myers wants to sweep but Pawlik has passed to side control!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pawlik wants to control but Myers is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Pawlik wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Myers, who protects the arm well.
Myers is trying to improve his position.#T1#
Myers is still trying to improve position.
Pawlik working away.
Pawlik in side control lands a decent elbow.
Pawlik gets to mount! Myers was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Pawlik lands a couple of good shots and Myers has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Pawlik throwing strikes from the back - he gets a warning from the referee for striking the back of the head but all these shots are hurting Myers! #SUB#
Pawlik is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Myers knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Myers for a finish.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Pawlik has got his arm under Myers's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Myers has spun round into Pawlik's guard beautifully! Well done that man! #T2#
Myers stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pawlik swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Myers stopping the sweep attempt from Pawlik.
Myers tries to free his leg and advance position but Pawlik is retaining full guard.
Pawlik wants to sweep here but Myers controlling him for the moment.
Myers pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pawlik is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Pawlik is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Myers looking to pass the guard. #T3##SUB#
Pawlik working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Myers doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Myers manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Myers stopping the sweep attempt from Pawlik.
Pawlik controls Myers momentarily but Myers frees himself.
Pawlik lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Myers escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Pawlik gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Pawlik passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T4#
Pawlik wants to control but Myers is keeping him busy.
Myers sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Myers looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Pawlik is working for a submission of some sort.
Myers on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura but Myers is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pawlik to get the leverage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Pawlik fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Myers looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A big left from Myers misses.
Myers looks to land a right hand but Pawlik moved out of range.
Pawlik changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Myers throws a body punch but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Myers throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
so Pawlik counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Pawlik controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Pawlik advances to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Myers actively working from the bottom here.
Pawlik is trying to control the action in half guard but Myers is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Pawlik works his foot free and advances to mount.
Pawlik trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T1#
Pawlik with the ground and pound from mount.
Pawlik trying to control but Myers is having none of it.
Myers is wriggling around trying to escape.
Myers taking shots to the head.
A nice elbow there by Pawlik.
Pawlik lands a heavy elbow.
Pawlik can't control as he wanted to and Myers manages to get the fight back to his half guard. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura but Myers is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pawlik to get the leverage. #T2#
Pawlik is looking to take a break and control but Myers is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Pawlik performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Pawlik is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Nice strikes from Pawlik there. #SUB#
Pawlik is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Myers is just riding it out for now. Pawlik eventually gives up the hold.
Myers manages to get to full guard. #T3#
Pawlik 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.
Pawlik sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Myers's guard.
Pawlik is nestled in close to Myers, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Pawlik has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Myers tries to roll over but Pawlik keeps him under control.
Pawlik is keen to just control but Myers is a slippery customer.
Pawlik sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T4#
Myers on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Pawlik not doing much here.
Myers is looking for a sweep. Pawlik is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Myers looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Pawlik pushes past his half guard into mount! #SUB#
Myers is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Pawlik locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! Myers is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dick Pawlik!
Dick Pawlik retains his lightweight title!
Dick Pawlik thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: SYN 909 Pawlik vs. Duvernay
Date: Jun 25, 2022

#R1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Duvernay.
Pawlik looks to land a right hand but Duvernay moved out of range.
Duvernay looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Duvernay throws the left hand but Pawlik avoids the punch easily.
Duvernay scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Pawlik doesn't seem bothered though.
Duvernay falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Duvernay is looking to stand up but Pawlik isn't so interested in that idea.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Pawlik 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#
Pawlik being controlled here, momentarily. #T1##SUB#
Pawlik working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Duvernay doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Duvernay manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pawlik keeping full guard, as Duvernay tries to pass.
Pawlik looking for a sweep. Not yet Pawlik, not yet. #SUB#
Duvernay is sitting in close to Pawlik's body. Pawlik has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Duvernay is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Duvernay is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Pawlik.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Dick Pawlik!
Dick Pawlik retains his lightweight title!
An out of breath Dick Pawlik thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SYN 905 MacArthur vs. Pawlik
Date: Jun 11, 2022

#R1#
MacArthur Ii takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
MacArthur Ii throws out a loose jab but Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacArthur Ii pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pawlik uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacArthur Ii.
MacArthur Ii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pawlik drops down looking to force a counter takedown but MacArthur Ii defends it well.
MacArthur Ii throws a body punch but Pawlik moves out of range.
MacArthur Ii throws a hook to the side of Pawlik's head but Pawlik sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Ii. Pawlik does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pawlik ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1#
Pawlik ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Ii.
A slow jab from Pawlik misses its intended target. #TD2#
Pawlik decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Pawlik thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
MacArthur Ii wants to get back to full guard.
Pawlik stops MacArthur Ii from getting back to his feet.
MacArthur Ii is trying to maintain the position but Pawlik is very close to passing his half guard.
MacArthur Ii has hold of Pawlik's hands but Pawlik slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Pawlik throwing shots but MacArthur Ii is blocking nicely.
MacArthur Ii wants to improve his position but Pawlik is controlling well. #T2#
Pawlik trying to control the action but MacArthur Ii is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Pawlik is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, MacArthur Ii has managed to free his arm - good work.
Pawlik moves nicely into side control.
MacArthur Ii is looking to reverse the position.
MacArthur Ii sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
MacArthur Ii wants to improve his position but Pawlik is controlling well.
Pawlik trying to control from half guard but MacArthur Ii is working away.
Pawlik has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Pawlik looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #T3#
Pawlik prevents MacArthur Ii from improving his position.#SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
MacArthur Ii looks like he's trying to stand up. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
MacArthur Ii is trying to control but Pawlik manages to pass to mount!
MacArthur Ii really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #SUB2#
Pawlik working for a submission but MacArthur Ii is keeping him at bay.
Pawlik looking to control and managing it successfully.
Pawlik throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
MacArthur Ii tries to lock up and control but Pawlik gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
MacArthur Ii bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Pawlik 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#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik 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#
MacArthur Ii throws a body shot but no joy.
MacArthur Ii tries to clinch up but Pawlik circles away and keeps his distance.
Pawlik tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Pawlik misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
MacArthur Ii misses with a head kick.
MacArthur Ii lands a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik with a lazy takedown attempt
and Pawlik takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pawlik lands a body shot.
Pawlik defending well as MacArthur Ii loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
MacArthur Ii misses with an uppercut.
MacArthur Ii is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pawlik.
MacArthur Ii throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pawlik sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pawlik is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Pawlik misses with an uppercut
and MacArthur Ii makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Pawlik thuds his right hand into MacArthur Ii's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#TD2#
Pawlik drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#T2#
MacArthur Ii looks to move to half guard but instead Pawlik has passed into mount! Damn!
Pawlik takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
MacArthur Ii is in a horrible position here. Pawlik smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pawlik lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Dick Pawlik has got the better of the ground game so far.
MacArthur Ii is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB2#
Pawlik is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but MacArthur Ii is surviving well by controlling Pawlik's body position as best he can.
Pawlik lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Pawlik content just to control the position here. #T3##SUB2#
Pawlik swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dick Pawlik!
Dick Pawlik is the new welterweight champion!
A relieved looking Dick Pawlik 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 900 New Era
Date: May 21, 2022

#R1#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Pawlik, as that shot connected.
Pawlik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Pawlik lands with a shot to the body. #TD#
Pawlik fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Reinikainen sprawls well initially but Pawlik persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Reinikainen trying to control but Pawlik postures up.
Reinikainen tries to get to full guard but Pawlik has control of the leg.
Reinikainen trying to hold on to Pawlik's head to control him but Pawlik postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reinikainen tries to roll over but Pawlik keeps him under control.
Reinikainen is not content to let Pawlik control the position.#T1#
Reinikainen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Pawlik is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Pawlik is working for a submission of some sort.
Pawlik trying to control the action but Reinikainen is working from the bottom.
Reinikainen is trying to get back to full guard.
Reinikainen trying to control here.
Reinikainen 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.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Pawlik is looking to take a break and control but Reinikainen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Pawlik working over Reinikainen with some ground and pound. Reinikainen looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB#
Pawlik seems to be working for a kimura but Reinikainen defends the submission attempt.
Pawlik is trying to control the action in half guard but Reinikainen is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Reinikainen is defending against the submission attempts here by Pawlik.
Reinikainen is looking to improve his position. #T3#
Pawlik controlling the action here.
Pawlik tries to pass the half guard into mount. Reinikainen knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Reinikainen is pressing down on Pawlik's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Reinikainen is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Pawlik advances position into side control!
Reinikainen is not content to let Pawlik control the position. #T4#
Pawlik landing a few strikes.
Reinikainen is looking to regain half guard here but Pawlik keeps moving and retains side control.
Reinikainen is still trying to improve position.
Pawlik advances to full mount.
Pawlik lands a couple of good shots and Reinikainen has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Reinikainen tries to roll but Pawlik sticks to his back.
Pawlik lands shots from the back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pawlik tries to keep control of the position but Reinikainen is staying busy.
Reinikainen rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura but Reinikainen is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pawlik to get the leverage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik 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#
Pawlik swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pawlik misses with a hook
and Reinikainen makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Reinikainen is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Pawlik takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Reinikainen throws out a loose jab but Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Pawlik tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Reinikainen was well out of range. Poor timing from Pawlik.
Pawlik takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reinikainen gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Reinikainen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pawlik uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Reinikainen.#T1#
Reinikainen takes one to the side of the head.
Pawlik misses with a shot to the body
and Reinikainen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Reinikainen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pawlik half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Reinikainen throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Pawlik counters with a shoot takedown. Reinikainen fights it but they end up in guard.
Reinikainen keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Pawlik scoring with punches to the head and body.
Reinikainen keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Pawlik pushes down on Reinikainen's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB#
Pawlik seems to be looking for submissions.
Reinikainen is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Pawlik's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Pawlik's back!
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!
Reinikainen scores with punches to the body.
Pawlik wants to escape the position.
Reinikainen throwing damaging strikes from the back! Pawlik could be in trouble here!
Reinikainen is looking to control Pawlik but Pawlik is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Reinikainen has the hooks in. Pawlik is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Reinikainen tries to get the hooks in deep but Pawlik pushed the leg off. #T3#
Pawlik turns into Reinikainen and is now in his guard.
Pawlik might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Pawlik trying to control but Reinikainen is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Pawlik postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Reinikainen is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Pawlik, into his guard. #REVB#
Reinikainen sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Pawlik escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Reinikainen gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Pawlik tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Reinikainen distracts Pawlik with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Pawlik working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Reinikainen doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Reinikainen manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Pawlik wants to sweep but no luck.
Reinikainen trying to control but Pawlik is working from the bottom.
Reinikainen throwing strikes from guard but Pawlik blocks nicely. #SUB#
Pawlik has his foot on Reinikainen's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Reinikainen works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Pawlik has his foot on Reinikainen's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Reinikainen works his way back into a safe position though.
Reinikainen won't allow Pawlik to sweep him here.
Reinikainen is stalling in the full guard.
Reinikainen passes into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Artturi Reinikainen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Pawlik dives in for a single leg takedown but Reinikainen sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Reinikainen tries to work over Pawlik's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Pawlik is trying to pull guard but Reinikainen turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Reinikainen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Reinikainen lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Pawlik tries to break free but Reinikainen pushes him back against the cage.
Reinikainen has Pawlik pressed against the cage, preventing Pawlik from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC#
Pawlik breaks from the clinch.
Pawlik throws a lazy right hand but Reinikainen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pawlik connects with a nice looking jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Pawlik connects with a good right hand that stumbles Reinikainen. Reinikainen circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Pawlik uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Reinikainen has time to react.#T1#
Donk. Pawlik catches Reinikainen right on the button with a cross.
Pawlik connects with a looping right hand.
Pawlik is trying hard to land a takedown here. Reinikainen sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pawlik shoots in but Reinikainen avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD#
Pawlik looking to score a takedown here. Reinikainen is defending well but Pawlik drives through and ends up in Reinikainen's guard.
Reinikainen looking for a sweep. Not yet Reinikainen, not yet. #T2#
Pawlik controls from within his opponent's guard.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Reinikainen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pawlik postures up.
Reinikainen looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Pawlik fails with the takedown
and Reinikainen counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Pawlik fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Reinikainen manages to avoid it.
Reinikainen looks to throw the jab but Pawlik is out of range.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Reinikainen is quick to defend against it.
Reinikainen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Artturi Reinikainen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pawlik scores with a jab to the head. #TD#
Pawlik drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Reinikainen throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Pawlik escapes and throws Reinikainen's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Reinikainen struggling a bit here.#T4#
Pawlik is looking to take a break and control but Reinikainen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Pawlik wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Reinikainen, who protects the arm well.
Reinikainen is looking for a sweep.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pawlik is working Reinikainen over with some ground and pound from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Reinikainen is looking to reverse the position.
Reinikainen is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik clearly takes that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Reinikainen throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
so Pawlik counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Reinikainen keeping full guard, as Pawlik tries to pass.
Pawlik is working hard here to advance position.
Pawlik is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Pawlik looking to pass the guard.
Reinikainen 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.
Reinikainen keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Reinikainen looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Pawlik is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1#
Reinikainen keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Pawlik passes into half guard. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Reinikainen doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pawlik. #SUB#
Pawlik is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Reinikainen has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Pawlik is working away from the top position though.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Reinikainen wants to get back to full guard.
Pawlik looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Reinikainen tries to roll over but Pawlik keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Reinikainen is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pawlik pulls his head out easily.
Pawlik trying to control the action but Reinikainen is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3#
Good shot there by Pawlik.
Pawlik scores with a jab. Reinikainen acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Pawlik avoids a punch combination nicely.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Reinikainen is quick to defend against it.
Pawlik avoids the head kick by Reinikainen.
Reinikainen throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into guard. #T4#
Pawlik passes Reinikainen's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Pawlik wants to pass to mount but Reinikainen is defending the position.
Pawlik working over Reinikainen with some ground and pound. Reinikainen looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Reinikainen is trying to get back to full guard.
Reinikainen gets full guard.
Reinikainen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pawlik trying to control but Reinikainen is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Pawlik drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Reinikainen manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Pawlik has Reinikainen in his guard.#REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik had his way with Artturi Reinikainen in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5#
Pawlik shoots for a double leg takedown but Reinikainen sprawls well. He's pushed Pawlik's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
As Pawlik backs off Reinikainen throws a huge counter combo but Pawlik manages to avoid it all.
Artturi Reinikainen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Reinikainen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pawlik.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Reinikainen misses with a combination #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Reinikainen manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Pawlik manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Reinikainen has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Pawlik to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Reinikainen is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Pawlik pulls down on the head and he's put Reinikainen to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Dick Pawlik!
Dick Pawlik retains his lightweight title!
Our winner, Dick Pawlik, 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: SYN Supernova XII
Date: Apr 24, 2022

#R1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Pawlik darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Joteel lands with an overhand left.
Joteel uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pawlik.
Joteel throws a nice outside leg kick.
Joteel misses with a straight left.
Joteel looks to land a left hand but Pawlik moved out of range nicely.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
Joteel misses with a looping left.
Joteel tries to work over Pawlik's front leg with a kick but Pawlik checks it.
Joteel throws a lazy right hand but Pawlik sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Joteel just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Joteel misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joteel avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pawlik throws a hook but Joteel avoids it easily.
A clash of legs there as Pawlik blocks the low kick.
Pawlik drops down looking for a counter takedown but Joteel sprawls and moves away.
Joteel fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Pawlik is out of range.
Pawlik lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T1#
Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Joteel.
Joteel throws a body punch but Pawlik moves out of range.
Joteel connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Pawlik drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Joteel looks to land a right hand but Pawlik moved out of range.
Joteel throws a body punch but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Joteel moves out of range of the strikes.
Joteel defending well as Pawlik loads up on a big left hand.
Pawlik misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Joteel counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Pawlik blocks a jab.
Pawlik lands with a good body shot.
Joteel avoids the body shot from Pawlik.
Joteel throws a body kick that misses.
Joteel lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Pawlik. Joteel does a little dance to reset his feet.
Joteel misses the shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pawlik darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #TD#
Pawlik decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Joteel wants to control but Pawlik is keeping busy.
Joteel wants to improve his position but Pawlik is controlling well.
Joteel trying to control from the bottom.
Pawlik looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Joteel with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Pawlik is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but Joteel defending well. #T3#
Joteel is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pawlik tries to pass the half guard into mount. Joteel knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Joteel tries to roll over but Pawlik keeps him under control.#SUB#
Pawlik 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.
Pawlik with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Joteel is not content to let Pawlik control the position.#SUB#
Pawlik is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Joteel sees it coming and defends easily.
Pawlik lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Joteel tries to get to full guard but Pawlik has control of the leg.
We've been informed that Joteel has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Pawlik throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Joteel is not content to let Pawlik control the position.
Joteel is looking to escape.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jacque Joteel will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Joteel connects with a solid leg kick.
Joteel connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Pawlik misses with a lunging right hand
and Joteel counters with an inside leg kick.
Pawlik works over Joteel's head and body with a nice combination.
Pawlik takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Pawlik fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A punch combination from Pawlik misses.
Joteel misses with a hook #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Pawlik.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pawlik controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Joteel is trying to control the position but Pawlik postures up.
Pawlik is looking to work some ground and pound but Joteel has wrist control.
Pawlik postures up and lands a big shot to Joteel's brow.
Pawlik postures up. #T1#
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Joteel keeps moving.
Joteel looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Joteel seems keen to control Pawlik's posture.
Pawlik working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Pawlik is pushing down on Joteel's leg trying to pass to half guard. Joteel is fighting to maintain full guard but Pawlik has managed to sneak the leg through.
Pawlik wants to take a breather but Joteel is having none of it.
Pawlik slows the pace down in half guard.
Pawlik trying to control the action but Joteel is working from the bottom.
Pawlik seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T2##SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Joteel trying to control here.
Dick Pawlik overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Pawlik prevents Joteel from standing back up.
Pawlik trying to control from half guard but Joteel is working away.
Pawlik is nestled in close to Joteel, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Pawlik seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Pawlik has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Joteel slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Pawlik trying to control but Joteel is working from the bottom.
Joteel is pulling down on Pawlik's head. It's preventing any offense from Pawlik, at least for the moment.#T3#
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Joteel keeps moving.
Pawlik stopping the sweep attempt from Joteel.
Joteel is trying to keep Pawlik in close.
Joteel looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Pawlik working some strikes from top position.
Joteel is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#ES2#
Joteel pushes Pawlik off and scrambles back to his feet. #T4#
Joteel displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Pawlik.
Pawlik with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Pawlik throws a shot from downtown. Joteel moves away and avoids it.
Nice takedown defense from Joteel. No joy for Pawlik on that attempt.
Pawlik misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Joteel is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Pawlik with a body shot.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pawlik takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Joteel thuds his right hand into Pawlik's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#TD#
Pawlik closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Joteel has escaped the position, nice work there.
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 Dick Pawlik will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Joteel wants to slow Pawlik down by chopping away at his legs.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Joteel avoids it well and moves away.
Pawlik swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pawlik gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Pawlik displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Joteel throws out the jab.
Pawlik ducks under a wild hook from Joteel.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
Jacque Joteel seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Joteel misses with a hook. Pawlik ducked under it nicely.
Nice defenses there by Pawlik.
Joteel defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Pawlik.
A little jabbing left from Joteel on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Joteel misses with the body kick#TD#
and Pawlik counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Joteel tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Pawlik manages to move to mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joteel can't escape the position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Pawlik is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Joteel can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Pawlik avoids the attempt from Joteel to control.#T1#
Pawlik lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Joteel hang on?
Pawlik looking to control but Joteel is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Pawlik pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#SUB#
Pawlik working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Pawlik can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Joteel is looking to escape.
Joteel is trying to escape the mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB#
Pawlik looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Joteel is squirming around, avoiding Pawlik's attempts to control the action.
Pawlik raining down shots from the mount!
Joteel is trying to escape the mount.
Pawlik lands a nice shot to the head.
Pawlik punishing his opponent with strikes. #T3#
Pawlik wants to control the pace but Joteel is squirming around nicely.
Pawlik sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Pawlik trying to control but Joteel is having none of it.
Joteel tries to hold on but Pawlik pushes him away. #SUB#
Pawlik looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Joteel regains half guard.
Joteel gets full guard.#T4#
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Joteel keeps moving.
Joteel working a defensive guard here.
Pawlik pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Joteel is keeping the position for now.
Pawlik lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Pawlik 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.
Pawlik being controlled here momentarily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Joteel working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Pawlik.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Joteel thuds a left hand into Pawlik's body.
Joteel throws a lazy body kick #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into side control. Joteel won't be happy with that. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Joteel knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Pawlik has hold of Joteel's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Joteel tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Pawlik cranks the arm and Joteel screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Joteel, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Dick Pawlik!
Dick Pawlik retains his lightweight title!
A very excited looking Dick Pawlik 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: Tycoon Olympics 2022 - Lightweight QF
Date: Apr 06, 2022

#R1#
Pawlik keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yusuke Urameshi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Urameshi takes a swing at Pawlik's ribcage but misses.
Urameshi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Urameshi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Pawlik looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Urameshi takes a swing at Pawlik's ribcage but misses.
Urameshi 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.
Pawlik blocks a jab.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Urameshi throws the left hand but Pawlik avoids the punch easily.
Urameshi loads up on a big right hand but Pawlik slips the punch.
Urameshi throws a body punch but Pawlik moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik slips a jab from Urameshi.
Urameshi clobbers Pawlik with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Pawlik avoids the body shot from Urameshi.
Urameshi missing with a left hand there. Pawlik was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Urameshi takes a swing at Pawlik's ribcage but misses.
Pawlik with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Urameshi to score with a decent uppercut.
No joy there for Urameshi, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Urameshi throws a shot from downtown. Pawlik moves away and avoids it.
Pawlik rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Urameshi moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Urameshi doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Yusuke Urameshi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pawlik throws a body punch but Urameshi moves out of range.
Pawlik ducks under a wild hook from Urameshi.
A swing and a miss from Pawlik.
Urameshi loads up on a big right hand but Pawlik slips the punch.
Pawlik is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Urameshi throws a lazy right hand but Pawlik sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Urameshi cracks Pawlik with a right hand to the side of the head.#T2#
Urameshi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pawlik throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Urameshi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Pawlik moves out of range as Urameshi strikes.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Urameshi avoids it well and moves away.
Urameshi takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Donk. Pawlik catches Urameshi right on the button with a cross.
Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Urameshi.
Urameshi ducks under a wild hook from Pawlik.
Urameshi misses with a straight right.
Urameshi throws a body shot but no joy.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
Urameshi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Urameshi swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A combination from Urameshi does no damage. #T3#
A jab from Urameshi misses. #TD#
Pawlik drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Urameshi wants to get back to his feet.
A lull in the action here.
Urameshi pushes Pawlik away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Pawlik gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB#
Pawlik is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Urameshi is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Pawlik landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Pawlik is looking to take a break and control but Urameshi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Urameshi pushes Pawlik away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Pawlik gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T4#
Pawlik works to advance to full mount. Urameshi defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Pawlik takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pawlik wants to control the pace but Urameshi is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Pawlik looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Pawlik wants to control the pace but Urameshi is squirming around nicely.
Urameshi is trying to stand up.
Pawlik lands a nice shot to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pawlik tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
Pawlik has control of Urameshi's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Urameshi regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Urameshi really wants to buck Pawlik off and get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Yusuke Urameshi will probably get the nod.
That's time! Pawlik's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Pawlik keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Urameshi.
Urameshi looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Pawlik throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Urameshi slips under a jab.
Pawlik ducks under a wild hook from Urameshi.
Urameshi avoids the body shot from Pawlik.
Urameshi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Urameshi throws a jab when Pawlik was well out of range.
Pawlik changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik throws a poor cross that misses
and Urameshi counters with a straight right hand.
Pawlik takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Urameshi swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Pawlik.
Urameshi takes one to the chin there.#T1#
Urameshi needs to keep his hands up - Pawlik had a free shot at his head there.
A swing and a miss from Pawlik.
A jab from Urameshi finds it's way through Pawlik's defenses.
Pawlik swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Urameshi! But no joy.
Pawlik fails with a takedown attempt.
Pawlik avoids the body shot from Urameshi.
Pawlik avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Urameshi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Urameshi cracks a nice hook into Pawlik's ribs.
Pawlik staying out of range there.#T2#
Pawlik misses with a hook.
Urameshi throws an overhand right that lands on Pawlik's shoulder, as Pawlik tries to avoid the shot.
Pawlik fails with the takedown.
Despite the aggression on Urameshi's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Pawlik lands with a nice body punch.
Pawlik avoids the body shot from Urameshi.
Pawlik misses with a body shot.
Yusuke Urameshi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Urameshi throws a jab but it's blocked by Pawlik.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Urameshi avoids it well and moves away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A swing and a miss from Pawlik.
Pawlik throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Urameshi looks to throw the jab but Pawlik is out of range.
Pawlik fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Urameshi manages to avoid it.
Urameshi misses with a wild body shot.
Pawlik misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Urameshi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pawlik.
Urameshi misses with the combination.
Urameshi throws a jab when Pawlik was well out of range.
Nice shot by Urameshi.
Pawlik looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Urameshi is fending him off so far but Pawlik persists. Nope, Urameshi circles away and we're back to standing.#T4#
Urameshi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pawlik.
Pawlik with a poor takedown
and Urameshi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pawlik ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Urameshi throws an overhand right that lands on Pawlik's shoulder, as Pawlik tries to avoid the shot.
Urameshi avoids the body shot from Pawlik.
Urameshi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Urameshi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Urameshi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pawlik sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pawlik drops down looking for a counter takedown but Urameshi sprawls and moves away.
Urameshi just misses with a punch to the body.
Urameshi misses with a left hand #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a single leg into guard. Urameshi didn't expect that.
Dick Pawlik overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Urameshi is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yusuke Urameshi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Urameshi swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Urameshi is quick to defend against it.
Urameshi looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Pawlik 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.
Nice jab there from Pawlik.
Urameshi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Urameshi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Urameshi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pawlik moves away.
Urameshi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pawlik.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Urameshi throws out the jab.
Pawlik changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Urameshi tries to avoid it but Pawlik manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Urameshi to the ground. Urameshi escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Urameshi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pawlik. Urameshi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Urameshi throws a counter combo.
Urameshi lands with a right hand. #T1#
Urameshi throws a good cross that connects.
Pawlik takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Pawlik throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Urameshi now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Urameshi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Pawlik at a distance.
Urameshi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pawlik throws out the jab.
Pawlik moves away from the strike by Urameshi.
Pawlik avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Urameshi looks to throw the jab but Pawlik is out of range.
Urameshi on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Pawlik just misses with a punch to the body. #TD#
Pawlik scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #T2#
Urameshi has hold of Pawlik's hands but Pawlik slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#ES2#
Urameshi manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Urameshi throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Pawlik stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Pawlik displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Urameshi throws out the jab.
Pawlik tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Urameshi swivels and escapes.#TD#
Pawlik bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.

Urameshi bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Pawlik ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Urameshi moves away.
Urameshi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pawlik sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Urameshi connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Pawlik momentarily.
Urameshi misses with a hook. Pawlik ducked under it nicely.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Urameshi is quick to defend against it.
Jab from Pawlik.#T3#
Urameshi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pawlik throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Urameshi thuds his right hand into Pawlik's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A swing and a miss from Urameshi.
Pawlik displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Urameshi throws out the jab.
Urameshi avoids the body shot from Pawlik.
Urameshi throws a body shot but no joy.
Urameshi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pawlik manages to avoid it.
Pawlik slips a straight right by Urameshi.
Urameshi misses with a straight left.
Urameshi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pawlik. #T4#
Urameshi misses with a straight right.
Dick Pawlik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Urameshi avoids the body shot from Pawlik.
Urameshi misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Pawlik decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Urameshi's guard.#ES2#
Urameshi kicks Pawlik off and gets to his feet.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Pawlik ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Urameshi moves away.
Yusuke Urameshi is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Urameshi's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Urameshi duly obliges.
Urameshi slips a jab from Pawlik.
Pawlik moves out of range as Urameshi strikes.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Urameshi avoids it well and moves away.
Pawlik moves away from the strike by Urameshi.
Pawlik misses with an uppercut.
Urameshi lands a nice shot to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Yusuke Urameshi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Urameshi 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight for Yusuke Urameshi!
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight for Yusuke Urameshi!
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight for Yusuke Urameshi!

Yusuke Urameshi wins by unanimous decision!
A very excited looking Yusuke Urameshi 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: SYN 889 Crosby vs. JCM
Date: Mar 27, 2022

#R1#
Duvernay lands with a shot to the body.
Pawlik lands with a good body shot.
Duvernay misses with an attempted mid kick.
Duvernay throws a leg kick but Pawlik sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Duvernay avoids it well and moves away.#TD#
Pawlik fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Duvernay to the ground. Pawlik is now in Duvernay's guard.
Duvernay is trying to keep Pawlik in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Duvernay keeping full guard, as Pawlik tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Duvernay keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Pawlik lands a couple of elbows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik stopping the sweep attempt from Duvernay.
Pawlik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Duvernay swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Duvernay is pulling down on Pawlik's head to control his posture. #T1#
Pawlik wants to pass the guard but Duvernay is keeping the position.
Duvernay keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Pawlik trying to move into half guard but instead Duvernay has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Pawlik can't keep his opponent in guard - Duvernay advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Duvernay perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Duvernay prevents Pawlik from improving his position.
Pawlik manages to get to full guard. #T2#
Duvernay trying to stand up but can't free himself from Pawlik's guard.
Duvernay wants to control from the top but Pawlik keeps moving.
Pawlik can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Duvernay controls the pace.
Duvernay trying to control the position from guard on top but Pawlik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pawlik working a defensive guard but Duvernay manages to pass into side control anyway.
Pawlik is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T3##SUB#
Pawlik looking for a kimura from the bottom but Duvernay passes into side control!
Pawlik tries to improve position but can't.
Pawlik isn't going anywhere.
Duvernay is staying tight to Pawlik's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Pawlik tries to bench press Duvernay off him but Duvernay keeps the position. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Pawlik seems a little lost for a moment, as Duvernay dominates the positioning.
Pawlik is trying to get back to half guard.
Pawlik is trying to escape the position but Duvernay is controlling the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Duvernay wants to land a leg kick but Pawlik is out of range.
Duvernay goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Pawlik takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Duvernay dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Pawlik defending well as Duvernay loads up on a big left hand.
Pawlik will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Duvernay slips a straight right by Pawlik.
Pawlik throws a predictable looking body shot
and Duvernay makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Duvernay lunges at Pawlik with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Pawlik's hand.
Pawlik looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Duvernay throws a body kick that misses.
No joy there for Pawlik, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A slow jab from Duvernay misses its intended target.
Pawlik dips to his left and cracks Duvernay with an uppercut!
Pawlik 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from Duvernay misses #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Pawlik not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB#
Pawlik seems to be looking for submissions.
Pawlik trying to control from half guard but Duvernay is working away. #T1#
Duvernay is trying to stand. #SUB#
Pawlik 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.
Pawlik is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Duvernay is in trouble now - Pawlik has advanced to mount! #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Pawlik swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Duvernay is now in Pawlik's guard. A big mistake from Pawlik there, giving up the dominant position!
Duvernay trying to control the position from guard on top but Pawlik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pawlik looking for a sweep. Not yet Pawlik, not yet.
Pawlik working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Pawlik has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Duvernay can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Duvernay stopping the sweep attempt from Pawlik.
Duvernay sitting in guard here, content to control.
Pawlik looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Pawlik working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Duvernay doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Duvernay manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Pawlik trying to keep a closed guard but Duvernay is proving a slippery customer.
Duvernay preventing the sweep. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Duvernay wants to control from the top but Pawlik keeps moving.
Pawlik 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.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Duvernay has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Donk. Duvernay catches Pawlik right on the button with a cross.
Evan Duvernay is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Duvernay connects with a body shot that sends Pawlik's belly button to the back.
Pawlik slips a straight right by Duvernay.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Crunch! Duvernay slams his shin into Pawlik's torso.
Pawlik throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Duvernay pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A jab from Duvernay misses.
Pawlik changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Duvernay showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Duvernay throws a body punch but Pawlik moves out of range.
Duvernay scores with a jab to the head.
A swing and a miss from Duvernay.
Duvernay tries a low kick but Pawlik avoids it.
Duvernay throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
so Pawlik counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Dick Pawlik overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Pawlik with a flurry of punches that miss.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pawlik 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.
Pawlik passes Duvernay's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T1##SUB#
Duvernay is defending against the submission attempts here by Pawlik.
Pawlik content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Pawlik is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Pawlik is working for a submission of some sort. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Pawlik wants to work for an arm triangle but Duvernay is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Pawlik is working for a submission of some sort.
Duvernay is not content to let Pawlik control the position.
Duvernay keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T3#
Pawlik throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Duvernay wants to control but Pawlik is keeping busy. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Duvernay lands a leg kick that knocks Pawlik off balance momentarily.
Duvernay scores with a nice right hand.
Duvernay keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Pawlik tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Duvernay swivels and escapes.
Pawlik waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Duvernay.
The fighters circle momentarily. Duvernay darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Pawlik looks to throw the jab but Duvernay is out of range.
Duvernay moves out of range as Pawlik strikes.#T4#
Pawlik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Duvernay scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Duvernay misses with a leg kick.
Duvernay missing with a left hand there. Pawlik was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Duvernay finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
An inside leg kick from Duvernay misses.
Duvernay throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Pawlik throws a shot from downtown. Duvernay moves away and avoids it.
Duvernay throws a leg kick which misses Pawlik's front leg but catches the back leg as Pawlik tries to avoid it.
Pawlik slips a straight right by Duvernay.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Duvernay fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pawlik manages to avoid it.
Duvernay lands a nice hook to Pawlik's body. Pawlik takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Duvernay throws a leg kick #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Duvernay really 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.#R4#
Pawlik checks a low kick from Duvernay.
Pawlik ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD#
Pawlik gets a double leg takedown into Duvernay's guard.
Duvernay is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Pawlik dives into side control. #REVB##SUB#
Pawlik tries for a kimura but Duvernay is defending well.
Pawlik tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Duvernay is trying to control Pawlik's posture but Pawlik avoids it. #SUB#
Pawlik is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Duvernay is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T1#
Pawlik scoring with punches from side control.
Pawlik trying to control the action but Duvernay is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Pawlik looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sloppy strikes there by Pawlik.
Duvernay wants to control but Pawlik postures up.#SUB#
Pawlik looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Pawlik working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Pawlik is looking to take a break and control but Duvernay is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Duvernay is trying to improve his position.
Pawlik trying to control the position but Duvernay is working away. #T3#
Pawlik landing strikes. #SUB#
Pawlik tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Pawlik trying to control the action but Duvernay is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Pawlik tries for a kimura but Duvernay is defending well. #SUB#
Pawlik has hold of Duvernay's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Duvernay tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Pawlik cranks the arm and Duvernay screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Duvernay, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Dick Pawlik!
Dick Pawlik retains his lightweight title!
Dick Pawlik seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: SYN 883 Pawlik vs. Duranto
Date: Mar 06, 2022

#R1#
The fighters circling - Pawlik throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Duranto tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Duranto throws a leg kick that misses.
Pawlik 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.
The fighters circling - Pawlik throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Duranto has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Nice body punch from Pawlik.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik throws a big shot that misses.
Pawlik blocks a leg kick.
Pawlik throws a hook but Duranto avoids it easily.
Duranto looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Pawlik fails with the takedown.
Duranto pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Pawlik blocks a low kick nicely.
Duranto pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Pawlik scores with a punch to the head.
Dick Pawlik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pawlik throws a hook but Duranto avoids it easily.
Duranto thumps Pawlik with a low kick.#T2#
Pawlik shoots and misses
and Duranto counters with a nice uppercut.
Pawlik throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Duranto counter with a right hand.
Pawlik misses with a few strikes there.
A little jabbing left from Duranto on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A head kick misses from Duranto.
Pawlik lands a nice hook to Duranto's body. Duranto takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Duranto takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Duranto tries a head kick but it misses.
Duranto stuffs the takedown attempt from Pawlik. Pawlik gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Duranto misses the jab.
Duranto swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik missing with a left hand there. Duranto was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Duranto blocks a jab.
Duranto throws a big counter head kick but Pawlik avoids it with no problem.
Pawlik rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Duranto counters with a nice low kick that buckles Pawlik's knee momentarily.
A head kick by Duranto misses #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Duranto! #T4#
Pawlik wants to control but Duranto is keeping him busy.
Pawlik looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Duranto is avoiding damage well. #SUB#
Pawlik tries for a kimura but Duranto is defending well. #SUB#
Pawlik looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Pawlik has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Pawlik tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Pawlik has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
No luck for Pawlik with that takedown attempt.
Duranto is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Pawlik with a body shot.
Duranto throws a sloppy head kick and Pawlik moves out of range easily.
Pawlik lands a glancing blow to the side of Duranto's head.
Duranto stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Duranto wants it to stay on the feet.
Duranto stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Duranto wants it to stay on the feet.
Pawlik moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromDuranto.
Pawlik looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. 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.
Duranto tries to work over Pawlik's front leg with a kick but Pawlik checks it.
Pawlik is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Pawlik misses with a straight right. #T1#
Pawlik throws a big shot that misses.
Duranto shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Duranto misses with a wild body shot.
Pawlik tries to score a power double leg takedown but Duranto sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pawlik somewhat.
A countering left hand to the body from Duranto misses.
Sloppy strikes from Pawlik. Those never looked like landing.
Nice defenses there by Duranto.#T2#
Duranto connects with a body shot.
Pawlik misses with a looping left.
Duranto connects with an inside leg kick.
Duranto uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pawlik.
Pawlik throws a jab when Duranto was well out of range.
Duranto now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Pawlik misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Duranto.
A punch combination from Pawlik misses.
Duranto keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pawlik.
Duranto shapes to counter with a head kick.#T3#
Pawlik throws a hook to the side of Duranto's head but Duranto sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Duranto looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#TD#
Pawlik looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Pawlik seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Duranto does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Pawlik content to control rather than advance.
Pawlik is looking to take a break and control but Duranto is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Pawlik is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Duranto is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB#
Pawlik is working for a submission of some sort. #T4#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Pawlik lands a nice short elbow.
Duranto is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Pawlik's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Pawlik's back!
Pawlik can't escape the position.
Pawlik is working hard here to advance position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Pawlik misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Duranto.
Pawlik lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Pawlik looks for a takedown but Duranto sprawls well.
Duranto was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A looping hook to the body misses from Duranto. Pawlik does a little dance to reset his feet.
A slow jab from Pawlik misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik misses with a hook.
Duranto throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Pawlik's head.#T1#
Duranto throws a head kick that misses.
Pawlik scores with a jab to the jaw.
Duranto keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pawlik closes the distance and clinches up with Duranto, looking for a takedown. Pawlik pushes Duranto against the cage but Duranto circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A big left from Duranto misses.
Duranto keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Duranto throws a chopping leg kick but Pawlik manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Pawlik half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Duranto is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Pawlik rather than just go for the knockout.
Duranto tries a head kick but it misses. #T2#
Duranto walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Duranto as he jumps to the side.
Duranto appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pawlik connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Duranto's hands.
Nice takedown defense from Duranto. No joy for Pawlik on that attempt.
Duranto throws a fast counter high kick but Pawlik manages to duck under it in time.
Pawlik avoids the body shot from Duranto. #T3#
Duranto slips a jab from Pawlik.
Duranto raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#TD#
Pawlik scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Duranto is trying is best to control the position here.
Pawlik not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Pawlik seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Duranto is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Dick Pawlik!
Dick Pawlik retains his lightweight title!
Dick Pawlik decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, Roberto Duranto stepped up to the mic, saying 'Fuck this. '.

Event: SYN 879 The Last Dance
Date: Feb 20, 2022

#R1#
Pawlik swings for the body but Roy moves out of range.
Pawlik smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Pawlik goes for a double leg but Roy avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Roy continues to drive forward.
Roy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've been told by Roy's head coaches at Ice Cream Parlour that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Roy misses with a wild body shot.
Roy takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Roy throws a nice head kick!
Pawlik has his takedown stuffed
and Roy counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Pawlik dips to his left and cracks Roy with an uppercut!#T1#
A cross from Pawlik lands.
Roy throws a head kick but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Pawlik misses with a takedown attempt - Roy sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Roy misses the target.
Rob Roy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dick Pawlik.
Pawlik misses with an uppercut.
Roy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Roy throws a body punch but Pawlik moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pawlik. Roy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pawlik misses with a right hand
and Roy counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Pawlik lands a nice shot to the body.
Roy lunges at Pawlik with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Pawlik's hand.
Roy slips under a jab.
Roy connects with a body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Roy misses the target.
Pawlik uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Roy.
Pawlik misses with a looping left.
It looked like Roy was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Pawlik.
Pawlik uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Roy.
Pawlik tests Roy's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T3#
Pawlik tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Roy defends well and Pawlik ends up having to push Roy into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Roy is looking to counter punch.
Pawlik pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Roy throws a shot to the body.
Roy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pawlik.
Roy misses the shot to the body.
Pawlik fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Roy on the side of the head.#TD2#
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Roy napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB2#
Pawlik working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Pawlik working away.#T4#
Roy is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Roy manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Roy slows the pace down in half guard.
Pawlik regains full guard. Nicely done.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB2#
Pawlik is looking to cinch up a triangle. Roy throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Pawlik's body to avoid the submission. Pawlik has instead reached around Roy's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Pawlik arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Dick Pawlik!
Dick Pawlik is the new lightweight champion!
A victorious Dick Pawlik thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SYN 873 Maluga vs. Babinski
Date: Jan 30, 2022

#R1#
Pawlik throws an off balance right hand
and Roy counters with a nice body shot.
Pawlik has his takedown stuffed
and Roy counters with a nice uppercut.
Roy moves out of range of the strikes.
Pawlik keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Dick Pawlik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pawlik fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Roy avoids it really well and circles away.
Roy throws out a counter right but Pawlik avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
It seemed like Roy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Pawlik looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Pawlik fails with the takedown
and Roy counters with a straight right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Roy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A nice side step and Roy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Roy throws a shot from downtown. Pawlik moves away and avoids it.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
Roy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pawlik.
A jab lands there for Pawlik.#TD#
Pawlik scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Pawlik working away.#T2#
The ground and pound from Pawlik seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #SUB#
Pawlik is trying to get an arm triangle but Roy is defending well.
Roy is looking to reverse the position.
Roy is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Roy is not content to let Pawlik control the position.
Pawlik working the ground and pound but Roy is defending the strikes.
Pawlik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Roy keeps working.
Pawlik working away.
Roy tries to bench press Pawlik off him but Pawlik keeps the position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Roy is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Pawlik's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Pawlik is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Pawlik is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Roy is just riding it out for now. Pawlik eventually gives up the hold.
Roy desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T3#
Roy is refusing to be controlled, as Pawlik sits in half guard.
Roy has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Pawlik tries to pass to full mount but Roy defends it. #SUB#
Pawlik is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Roy keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Roy has hold of Pawlik's hands but Pawlik slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Roy is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Pawlik looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Pawlik is looking to take a break and control but Roy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Roy is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Pawlik seems to be looking for submissions.
Roy is trying to get back to full guard.
Pawlik with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Roy is controlling Pawlik's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Roy tries to roll over but Pawlik keeps him under control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Pawlik 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.
Pawlik landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik 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#
Pawlik gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Roy counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Pawlik wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Pawlik scores with a decent looking hook.
Pawlik looks for a takedown but Roy sprawls well.
It seemed like Roy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T1#
Pawlik lands a nice hook to Roy's body. Roy takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Roy throws a body shot but no joy.
Pawlik throws an overhand right that lands on Roy's shoulder, as Roy tries to avoid the shot.
Pawlik with a lazy takedown attempt
and Roy counters with a left to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The fighters circling - Pawlik throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Roy as he jumps to the side.
Roy doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Pawlik paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T2#
Roy tests Pawlik's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Pawlik tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Roy was well out of range. Poor timing from Pawlik.
Pawlik with a lazy takedown attempt
and Pawlik takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD#
Roy gets caught flat footed, as Pawlik shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Roy is pulling down on Pawlik's head to control his posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pawlik throws a big right hand that misses.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Roy keeps moving.
Pawlik sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Roy's guard. #T3#
Roy trying to hold on to Pawlik's head to control him but Pawlik postures up.
Roy tries to get to full guard but Pawlik has control of the leg.
Roy is trying to maintain the position but Pawlik is very close to passing his half guard.
Pawlik throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Pawlik throwing shots but Roy is blocking nicely.
Roy is looking for a sweep. Pawlik is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Pawlik is trying to work for a kimura but Roy is defending well.
Pawlik is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Pawlik thows a huge punch but Roy dodges it nicely. #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.
Roy wants to improve his position but Pawlik is controlling well.
Roy moves into full guard.
Pawlik passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Roy gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Roy has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Pawlik is working away from the top position though.
Roy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pawlik trying to control the action but Roy is working from the bottom.
Pawlik is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Roy is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Pawlik 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.
Pawlik has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Pawlik is looking to take a break and control but Roy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Nice takedown defense from Roy. No joy for Pawlik on that attempt.
Pawlik throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Roy doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Pawlik throws a lazy uppercut
and Roy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Pawlik throws the left hand but Roy avoids the punch easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Roy! But no joy.
Pawlik lands a jab to the nose.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Roy as he jumps to the side.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Roy! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roy misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Roy misses with an uppercut. Pawlik saw that one coming.
Pawlik drops down looking for a counter takedown but Roy sprawls and moves away.#TD#
Pawlik throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Roy was covering up waiting for the punch and Pawlik finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Pawlik stopping the sweep attempt from Roy.
Pawlik landing with the ground and pound.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Roy keeps moving. #SUB#
Pawlik thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Pawlik being controlled here momentarily.
Roy lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Pawlik keeping moving, preventing Roy from controlling successfully. #T2##SUB#
Pawlik has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Roy can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dick Pawlik overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Roy stands and throws Pawlik's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Pawlik is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Roy can do to turn this around?
Pawlik is looking for a sweep.
Roy is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Pawlik's shoulder. That is not cool.
Pawlik is trying to improve his position.
Pawlik manages to work his way to half guard, despite Roy's best efforts.
Roy keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Pawlik is looking for a sweep. Roy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Roy trying to control the pace. #T3#
Pawlik tries to roll over but Roy keeps him under control.
Roy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pawlik keeps working.
Roy controlling the action here.
Roy is continuing to stall.
Pawlik is trying to get back to full guard.
Roy is taking a breather. Pawlik 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.
Pawlik wants to control but Roy is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Roy takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Pawlik is trying to control but can't. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Pawlik scores with a jab.
Pawlik uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Roy.
Roy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pawlik swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pawlik shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Roy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Rob Roy just about did enough to take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Pawlik lands with a hook. Roy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Pawlik throws a poor cross that misses
and Roy counters with a nice uppercut.
Roy looks to score with a jab to the body but Pawlik is just out of range.
Pawlik connects with a right hand. Roy shakes it off.
Pawlik misses with a straight right.
Roy unleashes a big counter combination but Pawlik bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pawlik.
Pawlik shoots in but Roy avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Roy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Pawlik or perhaps it was just good defense by Roy, which made it look bad.
Pawlik connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Roy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Roy is quick to defend against it.
Pawlik is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Pawlik throws a series of punches but Roy avoids them all with ease.
A nice side step and Roy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Pawlik ducks under a wild hook from Roy.#T2#
Roy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Roy jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD#
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Pawlik was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Roy sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Pawlik is looking to take a break and control but Roy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Pawlik not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Roy moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Roy looking for a sweep. Not yet Roy, not yet.
Pawlik trying to control but Roy is working from the bottom.
Roy is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T3#
Pawlik tries to free his leg and advance position but Roy is retaining full guard.
Roy tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Roy keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Roy is adopting a defensive guard.
Pawlik trying to control but Roy is working from the bottom.
Pawlik is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Roy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Roy has Pawlik pulled in close to control his posture.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Roy keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so 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.
Pawlik takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Roy misses with a body shot.
Pawlik uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Roy.
Rob Roy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Pawlik shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Roy pinned against the cage. Roy gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A nice side step and Roy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
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 Dick Pawlik will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Pawlik is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Roy.
A big left from Pawlik misses.
Roy looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD#
Pawlik drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Roy 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.
Roy managing to control the position.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roy manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Pawlik manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Pawlik is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Roy is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T1#
Pawlik looking for a sweep. Not yet Pawlik, not yet.
Roy sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Roy's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Pawlik looking for a sweep. Not yet Pawlik, not yet.
Pawlik keeping full guard, as Roy tries to pass.
Roy 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.
Let's hope that Roy 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.
Rob Roy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Pawlik looking for a sweep. Not yet Pawlik, not yet.
Pawlik trying to keep a closed guard but Roy is proving a slippery customer.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Roy is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Roy staying out of range there.
Roy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Pawlik with a body shot.
Pawlik throws a right hand that misses
and Roy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Roy lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Roy fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Roy walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T3#
Pawlik misses with a double jab.
A little jabbing left from Roy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
No joy there for Pawlik, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Pawlik throws a right hand that misses
and Roy counters with a nice uppercut.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pawlik.
Roy let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Roy throws a body punch but Pawlik moves out of range. #T4#
Pawlik looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Roy is fending him off so far but Pawlik persists. Nope, Roy circles away and we're back to standing.
Roy displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Pawlik.
A nice side step and Roy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pawlik has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Pawlik there as he acknowledges the shot.
Dick Pawlik is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Roy throws an overhand right that lands on Pawlik's shoulder, as Pawlik tries to avoid the shot.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Roy misses with a double jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rob Roy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Pawlik 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 48:47
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 47:48
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Rob Roy!
Rob Roy is the new lightweight champion!

Event: SYN 869 Kilo vs. Knox II
Date: Jan 16, 2022

#R1#
Donk. Pawlik catches Bathory right on the button with a cross.
Bathory misses with a looping left.
Pawlik throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bathory counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bathory misses with an uppercut.
Bathory slips under a jab from Pawlik.
Pawlik misses with a shot to the body
and Pawlik takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bathory throws a lazy body kick #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into side control. Bathory won't be happy with that.
We've been hearing that Pawlik has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Pawlik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bathory keeps working. #SUB#
Pawlik in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Bathory is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Dick Pawlik!
Dick Pawlik retains his lightweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Dick Pawlik thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SYN 864 NYE Tokyo
Date: Jan 01, 2022

#R1#
Pawlik shoots in and drives through. Reinikainen sprawls well.
Good shot there by Reinikainen.
Reinikainen throws a hook but Pawlik avoids it easily.
Pawlik looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Pawlik darts in looking for a takedown but Reinikainen gets double underhooks and turns Pawlik into the ropes.
Pawlik's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Pawlik fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Pawlik tries to score a body lock takedown but Reinikainen shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Reinikainen has a couple of punches blocked by Pawlik.
Reinikainen lands with a light punch inside.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Reinikainen 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.
Pawlik blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Pawlik.
Pawlik pushes Reinikainen back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Pawlik softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Reinikainen tries to work over Pawlik's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Pawlik lands with a right to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Reinikainen.
Pawlik misses with a hook from the clinch.
Reinikainen misses with the head strike.
Reinikainen misses with some punches. #BC2#
Reinikainen breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T1#
Pawlik throws an off balance right hand
and Reinikainen counters with a left to the body.
Reinikainen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Pawlik moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Reinikainen throws a hook but Pawlik blocks it.
Pawlik lands a head shot.
A big left from Pawlik misses.
Pawlik backing away here, and Reinikainen unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Reinikainen staying out of range there.
Pawlik takes a swing at Reinikainen's ribcage but misses.
Pawlik moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromReinikainen.
Pawlik ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Reinikainen moves away.
It seemed like Reinikainen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Pawlik drops his hands momentarily and Reinikainen takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Reinikainen tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Pawlik manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Reinikainen doesn't manage to clinch there - Pawlik circles away. #CL#
Pawlik closes the distance and clinches. #T2#
Pawlik lands a nice shot to the body.
Reinikainen presses Pawlik against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Reinikainen misses with the head strike.
Pawlik softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Reinikainen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Pawlik looking for a takedown.
Reinikainen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Reinikainen swings wildly with an uppercut but Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Reinikainen is fighting off a takedown attempt but Pawlik is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Reinikainen to the mat. Reinikainen regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Pawlik looking to pass the guard.
Reinikainen bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Pawlik's guard. #REVB#
Pawlik looking to hit a scissor sweep but Reinikainen is one step ahead there.
Reinikainen postures up in Pawlik's guard and throws a big left but Pawlik blocks it. #T3#
Reinikainen trying to control but Pawlik is working from the bottom.
Reinikainen scoring with some ground and pound.
Pawlik 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.
Reinikainen is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Pawlik is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Reinikainen is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Reinikainen won't allow Pawlik to sweep him here.
Reinikainen makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Reinikainen throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Pawlik had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Reinikainen defends it easily.
Pawlik is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T4#
Reinikainen is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Pawlik avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Reinikainen working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Reinikainen is posturing up here but Pawlik has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Reinikainen tries to roll out but it's too tight and Reinikainen has to tap! Slick submission there by Pawlik!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dick Pawlik!
Dick Pawlik retains his lightweight title!
Dick Pawlik bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: SYN 860 Al Din vs. Hopkins
Date: Dec 18, 2021

#R1#
Reinikainen throws a hook to the side of Pawlik's head but Pawlik sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An inside leg kick lands from Reinikainen.
Pawlik throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pawlik throws a body punch but Reinikainen moves out of range.
Pawlik closes this distance looking for a takedown but Reinikainen circles away.
Pawlik lands a glancing blow to the side of Reinikainen's head.
Artturi Reinikainen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Reinikainen swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
Reinikainen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pawlik was well out of range. Poor timing from Reinikainen.
Pawlik blocks a jab.
Pawlik lands with a cross.
Reinikainen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pawlik manages to avoid it.
Reinikainen throws the left hand but Pawlik avoids the punch easily.
Reinikainen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Reinikainen throws a big shot that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reinikainen takes one to the side of the head.
A low kick from Reinikainen misses #TD2#
and Pawlik decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Reinikainen's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Reinikainen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Pawlik.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Reinikainen keeps moving.
Pawlik passes Reinikainen's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T1#
Pawlik missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ground and pound from Pawlik.
Pawlik seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Pawlik is looking to take a break and control but Reinikainen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Pawlik is trying for a kimura here. Reinikainen looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Pawlik wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Dick Pawlik!
Dick Pawlik is the new lightweight champion!
Dick Pawlik 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 857 Whymer vs. Pendragon
Date: Dec 05, 2021

#R1#
Pawlik throws a shot from downtown. Egyptian moves away and avoids it.
Pawlik fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Pawlik throws a lazy right hand but Egyptian sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It looked like Egyptian wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Pawlik just misses with a punch to the body.
Pawlik shoots for a double leg takedown but Egyptian sprawls well. He's pushed Pawlik's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Pawlik takes a swing at Egyptian's ribcage but misses.
Pawlik scores with a jab to the head.
Pawlik connects with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik lands a lovely overhand right.
Egyptian tries a head kick but it misses.
Pawlik is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Egyptian.
Egyptian throws a big counter combination but Pawlik scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Pawlik has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Egyptian is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Pawlik misses with a wild combination. #T1#
Egyptian throws a head kick but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Egyptian.
Pawlik just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromEgyptian.
The fighters circling - Pawlik throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It looked like Egyptian wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#TD2#
Pawlik looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Pawlik throwing strikes from guard but Egyptian blocks nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pawlik is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Pawlik working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Pawlik controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
Pawlik tries to free his leg and advance position but Egyptian is retaining full guard.
Pawlik throws a big right hand that misses.
Pawlik pushing down on Egyptian's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Pawlik is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Pawlik is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Pawlik is trying to control. Egyptian wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Egyptian regains full guard. Nicely done. #T3#
Pawlik is in close to Egyptian's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Egyptian working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Pawlik.
Pawlik is looking to advance position but Egyptian has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Egyptian will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Pawlik can't escape the position.
Pawlik is still trying to improve position.
Pawlik gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Pawlik looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Pawlik has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Pawlik gets back to full guard. #SUB2#
Pawlik has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Egyptian can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
Egyptian sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Pawlik looking for subs off his back but Egyptian has passed one foot through into half guard.
Pawlik moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Egyptian stopping the sweep attempt from Pawlik.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik 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#
Pawlik tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Egyptian swivels and escapes.
Pawlik changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Egyptian tries to avoid it but Pawlik manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Egyptian to the ground. Egyptian escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A slow jab from Pawlik misses its intended target.
Pawlik lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Egyptian ducks under a wild hook from Pawlik.
A little feinted left hand from Egyptian on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Pawlik scores with a nice right hand.
Egyptian's jab looks to have found its range, popping Pawlik under the eye.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Egyptian as he avoids it easily.
Osiris Egyptian has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dick Pawlik.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Egyptian to counter with a crisp jab.
Egyptian throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Pawlik looks to land a right hand but Egyptian moved out of range.#T1#
Egyptian moves out of range as Pawlik strikes.
Nice defenses there by Egyptian.
Egyptian tries a head kick but it misses.
Pawlik has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Egyptian throws a head kick that misses.
Pawlik swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD2#
Pawlik dives in and scores a takedown into Egyptian's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pawlik accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pawlik throws a big elbow that misses.
Egyptian is pulling down on Pawlik's head. It's preventing any offense from Pawlik, at least for the moment.
Pawlik throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Egyptian works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T2#
Egyptian is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pawlik throwing strikes from guard but Egyptian blocks nicely.
Pawlik tries to free his leg and advance position but Egyptian is retaining full guard.
Egyptian can't keep his opponent in guard - Pawlik advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Egyptian wants to sweep but Pawlik has passed to side control!
Egyptian tries to buck Pawlik off but Pawlik is having none of it.#T3##SUB2#
Pawlik is trying to get an arm triangle but Egyptian is defending well.
Pawlik is trying to move to mount but Egyptian reverses beautifully and ends up in Pawlik's guard. #SUB2#
Pawlik looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Egyptian passes into side control.
Pawlik sneaks back into half guard.
Pawlik wants to control but Egyptian is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T4#
Pawlik tries to roll over but Egyptian keeps him under control.
Egyptian tries to pass to full mount but Pawlik defends it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pawlik tries to roll over but Egyptian keeps him under control.
Egyptian content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Dick Pawlik 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Pawlik throws a lazy right hand but Egyptian sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Egyptian misses with a hook. Pawlik ducked under it nicely.
We've been told by Egyptian's head coaches at The Lab that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Egyptian takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Pawlik throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Egyptian looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Egyptian pulls out of a head kick attempt. #TD2#
Pawlik darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Pawlik wants to take a breather but Egyptian is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Egyptian controlling the position for now.#SUB2#
Pawlik is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T1##SUB2#
Pawlik seems to be working for a kimura but Egyptian defends the submission attempt.
Egyptian trying to hold on to Pawlik's head to control him but Pawlik postures up. #SUB2#
Pawlik is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Egyptian sees it coming and defends easily.
Egyptian is refusing to be controlled, as Pawlik sits in half guard.
Pawlik missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Osiris Egyptian has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Egyptian is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Pawlik jumps into side control!
Pawlik is looking to take a break and control but Egyptian is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dick Pawlik has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Pawlik tries for a kimura but Egyptian is defending well. #SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Egyptian has escaped the position, nice work there. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Egyptian's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Pawlik swings around for an armbar but Egyptian sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Pawlik's guard.
Pawlik tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pawlik bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Egyptian's guard. #REVB#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pawlik accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pawlik working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
Pawlik throws a big elbow that misses.
Pawlik keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Egyptian's head.
Egyptian looking to control.
Pawlik is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Pawlik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Egyptian swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Egyptian is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dick Pawlik is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Egyptian 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Egyptian looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Egyptian keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dick Pawlik!
In his post fight interview, Dick Pawlik started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Osiris Egyptian was interviewed post fight and said 'I think it is time to move up to WW..'.

Event: SYN 851 Maluga vs. McNasty 2
Date: Nov 14, 2021

#R1#
No luck for Pawlik with that takedown attempt.
Pawlik dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Pawlik digs a good body shot into Stackhouse 's ribs.
Pawlik uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Pawlik doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Stackhouse connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A jab from Stackhouse misses.
Stackhouse tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pawlik was well out of range. Poor timing from Stackhouse .
Stackhouse fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Stackhouse throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Stackhouse connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A left lands for Stackhouse .
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stackhouse misses with a straight left.
Stackhouse throws a leg kick but Pawlik checks it.
Pawlik misses with a hook.
Stackhouse stuffs the takedown.
Jason Stackhouse has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dick Pawlik.#T1#
Pawlik throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Stackhouse 's waist but Stackhouse gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pawlik off to one side.
Stackhouse digs a good hook to Pawlik's body.
Stackhouse throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Stackhouse throws out a loose jab but Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stackhouse on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Stackhouse sprawls well. Stackhouse wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pawlik gets slowly back to his feet.
Pawlik throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Stackhouse sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It looked like Stackhouse wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Pawlik moves away from the strike by Stackhouse .
Stackhouse misses with a hook. Pawlik ducked under it nicely.
Pawlik just misses with a punch to the body.
Pawlik uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Stackhouse .
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Stackhouse throws out a loose jab but Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pawlik throws an overhand right that lands on Stackhouse 's shoulder, as Stackhouse tries to avoid the shot.
Pawlik 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.#T2#
Nice defenses there by Pawlik.
Pawlik looks to land a right hand but Stackhouse moved out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Stackhouse there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pawlik has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Stackhouse finds it's way round the side to connect with Pawlik's head.
Stackhouse pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pawlik moves out of range as Stackhouse strikes.
Stackhouse throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pawlik sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Pawlik. #SUB2#
Pawlik goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Stackhouse rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Pawlik's guard! Nice work there by Stackhouse ! #SUB2#
Pawlik had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Stackhouse defends it easily.
Stackhouse is looking to stand up but Pawlik won't let him. #T3#
Pawlik lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Pawlik working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Pawlik trying to control but Stackhouse is working from the bottom. #ES#
Stackhouse has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Pawlik is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#BC#
Stackhouse breaks the clinch.
Stackhouse throws a leg kick which misses Pawlik's front leg but catches the back leg as Pawlik tries to avoid it.
Pawlik looks to score with a jab to the body but Stackhouse is just out of range.
Stackhouse appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Stackhouse misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Pawlik counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Pawlik.
Pawlik missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Stackhouse is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Pawlik is controlling him.
Pawlik postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T4##SUB2#
Pawlik drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Stackhouse dives on top into guard.#REVR#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB2#
Pawlik throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Pawlik looking for a sweep. Not yet Pawlik, not yet. #SUB2#
Pawlik has an active guard here but Stackhouse has managed to pass into half guard.
Pawlik tries to roll over but Stackhouse keeps him under control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Stackhouse 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#
Stackhouse swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Pawlik.
Stackhouse scores with a hook.
Stackhouse misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Pawlik counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Stackhouse !
Pawlik throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#SUB2#
Pawlik has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Stackhouse is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Pawlik yanks on the arm and Stackhouse is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Pawlik.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Dick Pawlik!
After the fight, Dick Pawlik was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
In defeat, Jason Stackhouse stepped up to the mic, saying 'It's like if a tree falls in the woods, it's still a tree, ain't it?'.

Event: SYN 844 Sosa vs. Ho Joy
Date: Oct 24, 2021

#R1##TD#
Maeda gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Maeda trying to control the position.
Pawlik postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Pawlik avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Maeda is looking for a triangle but Pawlik pushes his legs off easily.
Pawlik in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Pawlik wants to pass the guard but Maeda is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Maeda working for a triangle but Pawlik defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Maeda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1##SUB2#
Maeda looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Pawlik passes into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Maeda manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Pawlik throwing strikes from guard but Maeda blocks nicely.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Pawlik's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Pawlik postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Maeda working for a triangle but Pawlik defends it easily. #SUB2#
Maeda looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Pawlik has picked Maeda up and slammed him! Maeda can't keep hold of the triangle and Pawlik manages to pass to side control!
Pawlik cracks Maeda with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Pawlik is working Maeda over with some ground and pound from side control. #T2#
Pawlik working away.
Pawlik trying to control the action but Maeda is working from the bottom.
Maeda is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Pawlik wants to take a breather but Maeda is having none of it.
We've been hearing that Pawlik has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Maeda is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Maeda actively working from the bottom here.
Maeda taking some punishment here, with Pawlik in his half guard.
Ground and pound from Pawlik. #SUB2#
Maeda looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Maeda looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Maeda is trying to get back to full guard.
Pawlik is keen to just control but Maeda is a slippery customer.
Pawlik prevents Maeda from improving his position.
Maeda is staying active underneath Pawlik, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Pawlik working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Pawlik wants to take a breather but Maeda is having none of it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Maeda manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Maeda is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pawlik is aware though and is defending well.
Pawlik throwing strikes from guard but Maeda blocks nicely.
Pawlik working some strikes from top position.
Pawlik working some strikes from top position.#T4#
Pawlik is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Maeda working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pawlik doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Pawlik manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Pawlik wants to pass the guard but Maeda is keeping the position.
Pawlik scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Pawlik has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Pawlik with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Pawlik drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Pawlik jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Maeda is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Maeda is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik 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#
Maeda stuffs the takedown.
A shot to the body from Pawlik misses
and Maeda counters with a straight right hand.#TD2#
Maeda shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Maeda showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Maeda pulls his head out easily.
Maeda prevents Pawlik from improving his position.
Maeda takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Maeda works his foot free and advances to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Maeda scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Pawlik? #T1#
Maeda can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Pawlik is looking to escape.
Pawlik tries to hold on but Maeda postures up.
Pawlik in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Maeda is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Maeda working Pawlik over with strikes here.
Maeda prevents Pawlik from getting the reversal.
Maeda wants to control the pace but Pawlik is squirming around nicely.
Pawlik gets back to half guard.
Pawlik tries to get to full guard but Maeda has control of the leg.
Pawlik is trying to maintain the position but Maeda is very close to passing his half guard.#T2#
Pawlik slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Maeda throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Pawlik keeping moving, preventing Maeda from controlling successfully.
Maeda wants to pass the guard but Pawlik is keeping the position.
Maeda wants to control from the top but Pawlik keeps moving.
Pawlik controls Maeda momentarily but Maeda frees himself.
Pawlik is controlling Maeda's posture.#SUB#
Pawlik looking for a guillotine here but Maeda defends easily. #SUB#
Maeda got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pawlik has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Maeda has managed to get both his arms back between Pawlik's legs - danger averted.#T3#
Maeda trying to control the position from guard on top but Pawlik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Maeda lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB#
Pawlik looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Pawlik trying to control the position. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Maeda defends well.
Maeda postures up in Pawlik's guard and throws a big left but Pawlik blocks it. #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.
Maeda preventing the sweep.
Maeda in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Pawlik tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Maeda working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Pawlik's head.
Maeda trying to control but Pawlik is working from the bottom.
Maeda connects with a couple of short punches.
Maeda trying to control but Pawlik is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Maeda defends well.
Maeda trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Pawlik manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Maeda is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pawlik is aware though and is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Thomas Maeda showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Pawlik's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Maeda keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
As Pawlik backs off Maeda throws a huge counter combo but Pawlik manages to avoid it all.
Pawlik cracks Maeda with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Maeda throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Pawlik scores with a nice strike.
Pawlik steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Maeda.
Pawlik connects with a right hand. Maeda shakes it off.
Dick Pawlik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Maeda throws the left hand but Pawlik avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice sprawl there from Maeda as Pawlik shoots in.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Pawlik is defended easily by Maeda.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Maeda misses with an uppercut. Pawlik saw that one coming.#T1#
Nice defenses there by Maeda.
Pawlik tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Maeda swivels and escapes.
Maeda throws a series of punches but Pawlik avoids them all with ease.
Pawlik fails with the takedown.
A looping hook to the body misses from Maeda. Pawlik does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pawlik fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Pawlik cracks Maeda with a good jab.
Maeda throws a right and a left that Pawlik avoids nicely.
Pawlik misses with a body shot.
Nice sprawl there from Maeda as Pawlik shoots in.
It seemed like Maeda was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2##TD#
Pawlik gets a takedown into half guard.
Maeda blocking the ground and pound attempt from Pawlik.
Pawlik is thwarting Maeda's attempts to control the position.
Maeda is trying to get back to full guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pawlik missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Maeda wants to control but Pawlik is keeping busy.
Nice strikes from Pawlik there. #T3#
Maeda is trying to control but can't.
Pawlik seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Pawlik throwing shots but Maeda is blocking nicely.
Maeda is looking to improve his position.
Maeda wants to control but Pawlik is keeping busy and won't allow it.
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. Pawlik connects with a nice short shot to Maeda's temple.
Maeda gets full guard.
Pawlik with a nice head shot there.
Maeda preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Pawlik content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Pawlik slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Pawlik connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Maeda some visible discomfort. #T4#
Maeda wants to control but Pawlik postures up.
Pawlik trying to control the position but Maeda is working away.
Pawlik landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Maeda tries to bench press Pawlik off him but Pawlik keeps the position.
Pawlik scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Maeda to see if he's OK.
Maeda tries to improve position but can't.
Pawlik has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Maeda is working to get back to half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pawlik scoring with strikes but Maeda is staying in there.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dick Pawlik!
Dick Pawlik bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
Thomas Maeda was interviewed post fight and said 'Through Japanese translator to English. "My opponent was better today. I will not underestimate him next time"'.

Event: SYN 837 Duranto vs. Krison IV
Date: Oct 02, 2021

#R1#
Nice body punch from Simon.
Pawlik misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Simon.
Simon connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Pawlik's hands.
Simon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Simon misses the jab.
Pawlik throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Simon sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Pawlik 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.
Simon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pawlik sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Simon tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Pawlik manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Pawlik throws a hook but Simon blocks it.
Pawlik takes a swing at Simon's ribcage but misses. #TD#
Simon feints and as Pawlik raises his hands in defense, Simon changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Simon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pawlik is keeping the position for now.
Simon won't allow Pawlik to sweep him here.
Simon is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Simon defends well.#SUB2#
Pawlik looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T1#
Simon wants to control from the top but Pawlik keeps moving.
Simon is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Simon won't allow Pawlik to sweep him here.
Pawlik pulls Simon in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Pawlik working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Simon doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Simon manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Simon drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Simon jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Pawlik is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Simon is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Simon tries to free his leg and advance position but Pawlik is retaining full guard.
Simon trying to control but Pawlik is working from the bottom.
Pawlik looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Pawlik is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Pawlik trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Pawlik throws the left hand but Simon avoids the punch easily.
Simon bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Pawlik's head backwards.
Pawlik shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Simon defends it nicely.
Simon misses the jab.
Simon throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Pawlik on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Pawlik tests Simon's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T3#
Pawlik ducks under a wild hook from Simon.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Simon lands a right hook to the body.
Simon tries to clinch up.
Simon missing with a left hand there. Pawlik was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Simon misses with a straight right.
Pawlik thows a left - swing and a miss!
Simon was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Pawlik lands a nice hook to Simon's body. Simon takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Simon takes a swing at Pawlik's ribcage but misses.
Nice sprawl there from Simon as Pawlik shoots in.
Simon lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Pawlik at a distance.
Pawlik on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Pawlik is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Pawlik darts in looking for a takedown but Simon gets double underhooks and turns Pawlik into the cage.
Jay Simon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dick Pawlik.
Pawlik shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Simon counters with a straight right hand.
Simon jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Simon fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
We've been told by Simon's head coaches at King's Cross MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Simon displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Pawlik.
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!
Simon bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Pawlik's head.#T4#
Pawlik throws a lazy right hand but Simon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#TD2#
Pawlik throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Simon was covering up waiting for the punch and Pawlik finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB#
Pawlik got a little sloppy there for a moment and Simon has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Pawlik has managed to get both his arms back between Simon's legs - danger averted.
Simon avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Simon looking for a sweep. Not yet Simon, not yet.
Simon is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pawlik controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Simon working for a triangle but Pawlik defends it easily.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Simon keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jay Simon dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Simon connects with a nice looking jab.
Simon bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Pawlik's head backwards.
Simon stuffs the takedown.#TD2#
Pawlik closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Simon to the mat! Simon manages to get full guard. #SUB#
Simon is looking for a triangle but Pawlik pushes his legs off easily.
Pawlik tries to free his leg and advance position but Simon is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Simon has his foot on Pawlik's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pawlik works his way back into a safe position though.
Simon is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Simon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pawlik can do to turn this around?
Pawlik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Simon swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Simon looking for a guillotine here but Pawlik defends easily.
Simon managing to control the position. #T1#
Pawlik is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Pawlik drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Pawlik jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Dick Pawlik has got the better of the ground game so far.
Pawlik trying to control but Simon is working from the bottom.
Pawlik scoring with some ground and pound.
Pawlik works over Simon with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Simon is looking for a triangle but Pawlik pushes his legs off easily.
Pawlik connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Simon is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pawlik is aware though and is defending well.#T2#
Pawlik makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Pawlik looking to sit in guard and control but Simon gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Simon is pushing down on Pawlik's leg trying to pass to half guard. Pawlik is fighting to maintain full guard but Simon has managed to sneak the leg through.
Simon tries to pass to full mount but Pawlik defends it.
Simon seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Pawlik does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Simon trying to mount his opponent but Pawlik defends it.
Simon is taking a breather. Pawlik 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.
Pawlik is looking to improve his position.
Simon seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Pawlik does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T3#
Simon seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Pawlik is trying to get back to full guard.
Pawlik moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Pawlik is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pawlik 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#
Simon wants to improve his position but Pawlik is controlling well. #T4#
Simon has hold of Pawlik's hands but Pawlik slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Pawlik working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Simon is looking to control Pawlik's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Simon avoid being mounted?
Pawlik is taking a breather. Simon 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.
Simon manages to get to full guard.
Pawlik controlling from the top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Simon pushes a forearm under Pawlik's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Pawlik is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jay Simon!
Our winner, Jay Simon, 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: SYN 830 Krison vs. Duranto III
Date: Sep 05, 2021

#R1#
Wade throws a right hand that Pawlik ducks under and follows up with a left that Pawlik also avoids with ease.
Pawlik looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Pawlik connects with a single shot there.
A head kick by Wade misses #TD#
and Pawlik decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Wade's guard.
Wade looking for a sweep. Not yet Wade, not yet.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Wade keeps moving.
Pawlik trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Pawlik scoring with some ground and pound. #T1#
Pawlik looking to sit in guard and control but Wade gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Wade stopping the sweep attempt from Pawlik.
Pawlik has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Pawlik is working hard here to advance position.
Pawlik trying to keep a closed guard but Wade is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Pawlik working for a triangle but Wade defends it easily.
Wade won't allow Pawlik to sweep him here. #T2##SUB#
Pawlik is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Pawlik holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB#
Pawlik isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Wade stacks Pawlik on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Wade!#SU2#
Wade stands up.
Pawlik with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Wade to score with a decent uppercut.
Nice sprawl there from Wade as Pawlik shoots in.
Pawlik fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wade manages to avoid it.
Wade appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T3#
Pawlik ducks right into an uppercut from Wade.
Wade misses with a two punch combination.
Pawlik swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Wade.
Pawlik takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pawlik. Wade does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wade is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Pawlik with a body shot.
Pawlik sizes up Wade with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Pawlik misses the jab.
Pawlik lands a slapping body shot.
Wade throws a looping overhand right but Pawlik ducks down to avoid it.
Pawlik throws out a loose jab but Wade uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wade throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Pawlik on the wrong end of a nice hook.#TD#
Pawlik throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Wade tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Pawlik is in Wade's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pawlik is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Wade manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##T4##SUB#
Pawlik is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Pawlik has his foot on Wade's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Wade works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Wade defends well.
Pawlik is trying to control the position but Wade postures up. #SUB#
Pawlik has an active guard here but Wade has managed to pass into half guard.
Pawlik gets back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Morgan Wade will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Pawlik closes the distance and clinches up with Wade, looking for a takedown. Pawlik pushes Wade against the cage but Wade circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Wade throws a head kick but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik avoids the body shot from Wade.
A slow jab from Wade misses its intended target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wade. Pawlik does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wade throws a leg kick #TD#
so Pawlik counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Wade keeps moving.
Pawlik working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Wade's head.
Pawlik throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik throws a big elbow that misses.
Wade looking to hit a scissor sweep but Pawlik is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wade preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T1#
Pawlik's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Wade is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Wade can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Pawlik controls the pace.#SUB#
Pawlik drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Wade manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Pawlik has Wade in his guard.#REVB#
Pawlik looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Pawlik wants to hit a sweep here but Wade passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Pawlik there!
Pawlik is in all sorts of trouble here.
Pawlik regains half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Pawlik manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3#
Pawlik looking to control. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a triangle here but Wade uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Pawlik tries to improve position but can't.
Wade moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Pawlik is looking to regain half guard here but Wade keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Pawlik sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Pawlik works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Pawlik had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Wade defends it easily.#SUB#
Pawlik had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Wade defends it easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wade controls from within his opponent's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Morgan Wade 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. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Pawlik is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Wade's half guard.
We've been hearing that Pawlik has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Pawlik trying to control the action but Wade is working from the bottom.
Wade tries to get to full guard but Pawlik has control of the leg.
Wade keeping control of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik stalling away here and it's allowed Wade to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Pawlik trying to control but Wade is working from the bottom. #T1#
Pawlik controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Wade wants to sweep here but Pawlik controlling him for the moment.
Pawlik pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wade is keeping the position for now.
Pawlik loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Pawlik makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Pawlik scoring with some ground and pound.
Pawlik preventing the sweep.
Pawlik working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T2#
Pawlik wants to pass the guard but Wade is keeping the position.
Pawlik passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Pawlik wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Wade, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Pawlik goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Wade has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Pawlik but great work by Wade.
Pawlik wants to control but Wade postures up.
Pawlik is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Pawlik actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Pawlik trying to control but Wade postures up.
Pawlik has a hand on Wade's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Wade takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Wade content just to control the position here.
Morgan Wade is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Pawlik bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Pawlik advances position into side control!#SUB#
Pawlik has an Americana. Wade didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Pawlik is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Pawlik hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Dick Pawlik!
In his post fight interview, Dick Pawlik started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: SYN 822 Whymer vs. DeSilva
Date: Aug 08, 2021

#R1#
Neckbreaker moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A big left from Pawlik misses.
Pawlik misses with a hook.
Neckbreaker lands with a nice body punch.
Neckbreaker throws a big shot that misses.
Slammy Neckbreaker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pawlik takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Neckbreaker misses with a looping left.
Pawlik connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Neckbreaker momentarily.
Neckbreaker throws a body shot but no joy.
Neckbreaker tries to clinch there but Pawlik circles away.
Neckbreaker misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Pawlik scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Neckbreaker is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Pawlik's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Pawlik's back!
Pawlik wants to escape the position.
Good control from Neckbreaker.
I've been told that Neckbreaker has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
Pawlik wants to control his opponent's hands but Neckbreaker gets his hands free.
Pawlik wants to escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pawlik covers up after that shot from Neckbreaker.
Pawlik just trying to survive but Neckbreaker is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Neckbreaker is hanging on to Pawlik's back as he tries to escape. #T1#
Pawlik looking very determined here, making life difficult for Neckbreaker.
Neckbreaker gets his hands free as Pawlik looks to control.
Pawlik rolls, trying to escape but Neckbreaker keeps control of the position.
Neckbreaker is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Pawlik looking very determined here, making life difficult for Neckbreaker.
Neckbreaker is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Neckbreaker gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Neckbreaker gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Neckbreaker apologises and we restart here on the feet.
Pawlik misses with an uppercut. Neckbreaker saw that one coming.
A big left from Pawlik misses.
Neckbreaker slips under a jab.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Pawlik.
Pawlik landing a few strikes.
We've been hearing that Pawlik has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Neckbreaker gets back to half guard.
Pawlik trying to control from half guard but Neckbreaker is working away.
Neckbreaker keeping hold of Pawlik's head, controlling as best he can. #T2##SUB#
Pawlik is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Neckbreaker is concentrating on defense, preventing Pawlik from advancing position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Neckbreaker manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Pawlik postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Neckbreaker looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Pawlik is stalling in the full guard.
Neckbreaker controlling Pawlik's posture.
Neckbreaker lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Neckbreaker is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T3#
Neckbreaker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pawlik is keeping the position for now.
Neckbreaker scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Neckbreaker sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a triangle but Neckbreaker pushes his legs off easily.
Pawlik looking to control.
Neckbreaker showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Neckbreaker throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Pawlik works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Neckbreaker postures up.
Neckbreaker won't allow Pawlik to sweep him here.
Neckbreaker stays in close to Pawlik's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Neckbreaker avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Neckbreaker is stalling in the full 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.
Neckbreaker's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Neckbreaker trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Neckbreaker avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Pawlik tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Neckbreaker passes Pawlik's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Neckbreaker trying to pass the guard but Pawlik defending well.
Pawlik wants to get back to full guard.
Neckbreaker is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB#
Pawlik looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Slammy Neckbreaker will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Neckbreaker takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #TD#
Pawlik shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Neckbreaker is trying to defend but Pawlik finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Pawlik tries to pass to full mount but Neckbreaker defends it.
Neckbreaker is pressing down on Pawlik's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Pawlik preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Neckbreaker pulls Pawlik in close to prevent any damage.
Let's hope that Neckbreaker 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.
Neckbreaker trying to keep a closed guard but Pawlik is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Pawlik lands a couple of digs.
Neckbreaker keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Neckbreaker is trying to keep Pawlik in close.
Neckbreaker looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Neckbreaker keeping full guard, as Pawlik tries to pass.
Neckbreaker is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Neckbreaker bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Pawlik's guard. #REVB#
Pawlik tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Neckbreaker defends well.
Neckbreaker passes Pawlik's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T2#
Neckbreaker is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Slammy Neckbreaker has got the better of the ground game so far.
Neckbreaker drops an elbow to the side of Pawlik's head.
Neckbreaker takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Pawlik is trying to get back to full guard.
Neckbreaker is keen to just control but Pawlik is a slippery customer.
Pawlik is looking to improve his position.
Neckbreaker is trying to control. Pawlik wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Neckbreaker is nestled in close to Pawlik, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Neckbreaker is controlling the pace.
The fighters are battling for position here. Pawlik manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Neckbreaker postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Neckbreaker works over Pawlik with some ground and pound from guard.
Neckbreaker looking to sit in guard and control but Pawlik gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T3#
Pawlik postures up in Neckbreaker's guard and throws a big left but Neckbreaker blocks it.
Pawlik trying to control but Neckbreaker is working from the bottom.
Pawlik is really struggling to control Neckbreaker but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Neckbreaker trying to control the position.
Pawlik being controlled here momentarily.
Pawlik preventing the sweep.
Pawlik is looking to work some ground and pound but Neckbreaker has wrist control.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Neckbreaker keeps moving.
Neckbreaker is adopting a defensive guard.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Pawlik is in close to Neckbreaker's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Neckbreaker seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Pawlik lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Neckbreaker preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Pawlik trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Neckbreaker seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Neckbreaker keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Neckbreaker is on top in guard. #REVB#
Neckbreaker controls from within his opponent's guard.
Pawlik looking to hit a scissor sweep but Neckbreaker is one step ahead there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Pawlik dips to his left and cracks Neckbreaker with an uppercut!
Neckbreaker throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB#
Pawlik is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Neckbreaker is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Neckbreaker is looking for a sweep.
Neckbreaker is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Pawlik off and has taken his back!
What can Pawlik do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Neckbreaker is continuing to stall.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Neckbreaker trying to control momentarily.
Pawlik is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Neckbreaker. #T1#
Pawlik trying to control but not successfully.
Pawlik tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Neckbreaker looking to control and managing it successfully.
Neckbreaker looking to control but Pawlik is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Pawlik is wriggling around trying to escape.
Neckbreaker content just to control the position here.
Pawlik is squirming around, avoiding Neckbreaker's attempts to control the action.
Pawlik is trying to escape the mount.
Pawlik is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T2#
Pawlik is looking to improve his position but Neckbreaker isn't that keen on the idea.
Neckbreaker is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Pawlik can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Pawlik is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Pawlik is in all sorts of trouble here.
Neckbreaker with the ground and pound from mount.
Pawlik is squirming around, avoiding Neckbreaker's attempts to control the action.
Neckbreaker landing strikes from the mount.
Neckbreaker trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Neckbreaker controlling his opponent.
Neckbreaker tries to control but Pawlik wriggling away.
Pawlik is trying desperately to improve position.#T3#
Neckbreaker takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Pawlik in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Pawlik tries to reverse the position but Neckbreaker maintains control.
Neckbreaker fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Pawlik sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Pawlik slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Neckbreaker is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Neckbreaker works over Pawlik with some ground and pound from guard.
Neckbreaker is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Pawlik looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Pawlik can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Neckbreaker controls the pace.#SUB#
Pawlik looking for a guillotine here but Neckbreaker defends easily.
Pawlik is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Neckbreaker controlling from the top position.
Pawlik looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Neckbreaker stays in close to Pawlik's body and controls the position.
Pawlik not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Slammy Neckbreaker!
After the fight, Slammy Neckbreaker was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: SYN 809 Maluga vs. Cruz Jr II
Date: Jun 27, 2021

#R1#
Pawlik moves out of range of the body kick.
Pentele lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Pentele swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Pawlik.
Pentele 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.
Pentele throws a wild body kick that Pawlik sees coming a mile off.
Pawlik drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Pentele defends it well.
Pawlik misses with a takedown attempt
and Pentele counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Pentele tests Pawlik's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Pentele throws a shot from downtown. Pawlik moves away and avoids it.
Pawlik connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Pentele's hands.
Pentele misses the shot to the body.
Pentele thows a leg kick but Pawlik checks it #TD2#
so Pawlik counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pawlik postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Pawlik has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Pawlik working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Pentele preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Pawlik prevents Pentele from getting back to his feet.
Pawlik scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pawlik accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pentele is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Malmi Aitta that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Pawlik is stalling in the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pawlik stops Pentele from standing up.
Pawlik engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Pawlik throws a big elbow that misses.
Pawlik throws a big elbow that misses.
Pentele wants to stand up but Pawlik is controlling him. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Pentele 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 claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Pawlik is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #ES#
Pentele is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Pawlik presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Pentele lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Pawlik.
Pawlik has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Pentele tries to work over Pawlik's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Pawlik blocks a body shot from Pentele.
Pawlik lands a right hand.
Pawlik blocks a body shot from Pentele.
Pawlik is looking to take this one to the mat.
Pentele can't find room to land a body shot as Pawlik controls the action.
Pentele swings wildly with an uppercut but Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pentele lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Pentele fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Pentele struggles to land a body shot inside as Pawlik controls his hands.
Pentele lands a nice shot to the body. #T3#
Pentele lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Pawlik escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Pawlik throws a jab when Pentele was well out of range.
Pentele throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Pawlik feints the counter takedown.
Pawlik throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A thudding body kick lands there by Pentele!
Pentele with a hook.
Pawlik looks to land a left hand but Pentele moved out of range nicely.
Pentti Pentele seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pawlik tests Pentele's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Pawlik dips to his left and cracks Pentele with an uppercut!
Pentele motions for Pawlik to come forward. Pentele throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Pentele throws a hook to the side of Pawlik's head but Pawlik sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4#
Pentele throws a body shot but no joy.
Pentele lands with a shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pawlik on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #TD2#
Pawlik closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Pentele to the mat! Pentele manages to get full guard.
Pentele is looking to stand up but Pawlik isn't so interested in that idea.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Pawlik controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #ES#
Pentele has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Pawlik is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Pentele tries to throw a body punch but Pawlik avoids it by throwing Pentele back against the cage.
Pentele misses with a body punch.
Pawlik's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pentti Pentele dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Pawlik takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Pentele wants to slow Pawlik down by chopping away at his legs.
Pawlik uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pentele.
Pentele throws a sloppy head kick and Pawlik moves out of range easily.
Pentele bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Pawlik moves away from the strike by Pentele.
Pentele takes a jab right on the kisser.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pentele fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Pawlik checks it well.
Pawlik avoids the body shot from Pentele.
Pawlik is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Pentele lands a jab to the head.
Pentele misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Pawlik feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Penteles jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Pawlik ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pentele. Pawlik does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pentele rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Pawlik moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pawlik.
Pentele is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pawlik can do to turn this around?
A big right from Pawlik misses.
Pentele swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Pentti Pentele is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pawlik connects with a good right hand that stumbles Pentele. Pentele circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Pentele lands a really nice looking cross but Pawlik seems unphased.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown but Pentele shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Pentele misses with a hook.#T2##TD2#
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
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. Pawlik connects with a nice short shot to Pentele's temple. #SUB2#
Pawlik seems to be looking for submissions.
Pentele is trying to stand. #ES#
Pentele kicks Pawlik off and gets back to his feet.
Pawlik blocks the body kick.
Pawlik changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Pawlik scores with a punch to the head.
Pawlik dips to his left and cracks Pentele with an uppercut!
Pentele looks for the body kick but Pawlik saw that one coming.
Pentele tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Pentele. #T3#
Pawlik tests Pentele's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Pentele scores with a decent looking hook.
Pentele misses the body punch #TD2#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into side control. Pentele won't be happy with that. #ES#
Pentele throws Pawlik to one side and escapes!
Pentele scores with a jab.
Pentele ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pawlik moves away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Pawlik closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Pentele quickly recovers to half guard.
Pawlik thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Pentele's head. #ES#
Pentele makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Pawlik fails to land with a series of punches.
Pentele misses with a body kick. #T4#
Nice body punch from Pentele.
Pentele moves forwards but Pawlik connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Pentele lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Pawlik circles away quickly and effectively.
Pentele scores with a three punch combo!
Pawlik takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Pentele misses with a body shot.
Pawlik drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Pentele defends it well.
Pentele takes a swing at Pawlik's ribcage but misses.
Pentele lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Pawlik circles away quickly and effectively.
Pentele tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Pawlik 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.
Pawlik gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Pentele counters with a nice uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pentti Pentele dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
A swing and a miss from Pawlik.
Pentele was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Pentele connects with a nice looking jab.
Pawlik on the wrong end of a nice hook.#TD2#
Pawlik closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Pentele is trying to stand.
Pawlik working the head and body with strikes.
Pawlik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pentele keeps working.
Pawlik takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Pawlik working his ground and pound in the gym.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik tries to pass the half guard into mount. Pentele knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Pentele pushes Pawlik off looking to stand but Pawlik dives back in and keeps control. #T1#
Pawlik winds up and cracks Pentele with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Pentele is looking to escape.
Pawlik trying to control the action but Pentele is working from the bottom.
Pentele tries to kick Pawlik off but Pawlik keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Pawlik performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #ES#
Pentele manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Pawlik keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #BC2#
Pawlik's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Pentele throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pentele. Pawlik does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pentti Pentele is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Pawlik throws a lazy right hand but Pentele sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pentele appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#TD2#
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Pawlik is taking a breather. Pentele 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.
Pawlik prevents Pentele from standing back up.
Pentele scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Pawlik manages to mount him!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pawlik scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Pentele is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Pawlik cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Pawlik lands a big shot there that rocks Pentele but he's holding on and managing to survive for now. #T3#
Pentele trying desperately to get to his feet.
Pawlik lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Pawlik working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Pawlik is landing with some decent strikes but Pentele is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Pawlik landing strikes from the mount.#ROC2#Pentele is rocked!
Pawlik wants to control the pace but Pentele is squirming around nicely.
Pentele in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Pawlik lands a big elbow.
Oh Pentele is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pawlik lands a heavy elbow.
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!
Pawlik landing punches.
Pentele is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Pawlik sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4#
Pentele wants to get back to his feet.
Dick Pawlik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Pentele seems to have got his legs back now.
Pawlik scoring with strikes but Pentele is staying in there.
Pawlik controlling from mount.
Pentele wants to try and get back to his feet.
Pawlik working the ground and pound effectively.
Pawlik scoring with strikes but Pentele is staying in there.
Pentele is trying to stand up.

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

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

Event: SYN 803 Whymer vs. Al Din
Date: Jun 07, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Tertelgte closes the distance and pushes Pawlik back into the cage.
Tertelgte swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Tertelgte pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Pawlik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The crowd cheers as Pawlik lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tertelgte doesn't seem phased though.#TD#
Pawlik bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Tertelgte is trying to control Pawlik's posture but Pawlik avoids it.
Pawlik working the ground and pound but Tertelgte is defending the strikes.
Pawlik looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Tertelgte is avoiding damage well.
Pawlik in side control, throwing shots but Tertelgte defends.
Pawlik misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Tertelgte is looking to reverse the position.
Tertelgte struggling a bit here.
Pawlik tries to move to mount but Tertelgte blocks the move with his legs.
We've been hearing that Pawlik has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T1#
Tertelgte can't do much from the bottom here.
Sloppy strikes there by Pawlik.#SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Tertelgte has escaped the position, nice work there.
Tertelgte taking punishment in the form of punches.
Pawlik postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Pawlik looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Tertelgte is avoiding damage well.
Pawlik grinds an elbow into Tertelgte's temple.
Pawlik misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards. #SUB#
Pawlik goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Tertelgte rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Pawlik's guard! Nice work there by Tertelgte! #T2#
Tertelgte content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Pawlik has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tertelgte is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Pawlik.
Pawlik is trying to improve his position.
Tertelgte trying to control the position but Pawlik is working away.
Pawlik is trying to get back to half guard.#T3#
Pawlik is working hard here to advance position.
Pawlik is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Pawlik is looking to improve his position.
Tertelgte takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Pawlik tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Tertelgte has advanced to mount. Uh oh. #T4#
Pawlik is trying to escape the mount.
Pawlik wants to hold on but Tertelgte pushes him away.
Pawlik really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Pawlik tries to hold on but Tertelgte postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pawlik keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Tertelgte can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Pawlik is looking to escape.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Tertelgte lands a jab to the nose.
The fighters circling - Tertelgte throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Pawlik takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Pawlik fails to land with a series of punches.
Tertelgte fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tertelgte works Pawlik's body with a nice hook.
The fighters circle momentarily. Pawlik darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tertelgte throws a leg kick which misses Pawlik's front leg but catches the back leg as Pawlik tries to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tertelgte throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Tertelgte is quick to defend against it.
Good shot there by Tertelgte.
Pawlik takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tertelgte jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pawlik drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tertelgte sprawls and moves away.
Ernie Tertelgte is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Pawlik ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tertelgte lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Pawlik displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tertelgte throws out the jab.
Pawlik slips under a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tertelgte. Pawlik does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tertelgte pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tertelgte does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Tertelgte fails with an attempt to clinch.
Pawlik looks to land a right hand but Tertelgte moved out of range.
Tertelgte swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
Tertelgte throws a jab when Pawlik was well out of range.
Pawlik lands with a cross.
Tertelgte tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pawlik was well out of range. Poor timing from Tertelgte.#T2#
Tertelgte keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
The fighters circle momentarily. Tertelgte darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tertelgte fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
We've been informed that Tertelgte has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Pawlik throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tertelgte swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tertelgte looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tertelgte throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a single leg into guard. Tertelgte didn't expect that.
Pawlik scoring with some ground and pound.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Tertelgte is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pawlik in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T3#
Pawlik missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Pawlik throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tertelgte keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Pawlik working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Pawlik works over Tertelgte with some ground and pound from guard.
Pawlik looking to sit in guard and control but Tertelgte gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Pawlik has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tertelgte is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Pawlik.
Tertelgte wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pawlik keeps working. #T4#
Tertelgte staying calm.
Pawlik is looking to regain half guard here but Tertelgte keeps moving and retains side control.
Tertelgte is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Pawlik will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Dick Pawlik overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Pawlik sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ernie Tertelgte 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! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Pawlik rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tertelgte counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Pawlik checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tertelgte listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A low kick from Tertelgte is predictable there #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Tertelgte!
Pawlik has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Pawlik is looking to take a break and control but Tertelgte is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tertelgte tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ground and pound from Pawlik seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tertelgte is looking to regain half guard here but Pawlik keeps moving and retains side control.
The strikes coming from Pawlik are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T1#
Pawlik fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Pawlik misses with an attempted head punch from side control. #SUB#
Pawlik tries for a kimura but Tertelgte is defending well.
The strikes coming from Pawlik are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Pawlik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tertelgte keeps working.
Tertelgte is working to avoid the ground and pound but Pawlik connects with a decent elbow.
The strikes coming from Pawlik are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #SUB#
Pawlik looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Pawlik scores with punches from side control. #T2#
Pawlik tries to score with some ground and pound. Tertelgte controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Tertelgte is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Pawlik's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Tertelgte blocking the ground and pound attempt from Pawlik.
Pawlik not doing much here.
Pawlik lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Pawlik throwing shots but Tertelgte is blocking nicely. #T3#
Tertelgte is trying to control but can't.
Pawlik sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tertelgte defending well though. #SUB#
Pawlik 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.
Tertelgte controlling the position well.
Tertelgte moves into full guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pawlik accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pawlik keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tertelgte's head.
Pawlik looking to sit in guard and control but Tertelgte gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Pawlik is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tertelgte is aware though and is defending well.
Tertelgte preventing the sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Pawlik throws his legs up looking for a submission but Tertelgte uses it to pass to side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pawlik is looking for a sweep.

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

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

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

Event: ALPHA-1: Collision Course
Date: May 15, 2021

#R1#
Lowe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pawlik was well out of range. Poor timing from Lowe.
Pawlik throws the left hand but Lowe avoids the punch easily.
Lowe misses with a hook. Pawlik ducked under it nicely.
Pawlik circles away from the clinch attempt.
Pawlik takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lowe throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Pawlik.
Nice cross by Pawlik.
Lowe cracks Pawlik with an open hand slap.
Lowe throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mike Lowe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pawlik lands a head shot.
Pawlik ducks under a wild hook from Lowe.
Pawlik misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Lowe swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T1#
Lowe fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lowe fails to land with a series of punches.
Lowe throws a sloppy head kick and Pawlik moves out of range easily.
Pawlik misses with a takedown
and Lowe counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lowe doesn't manage to clinch there - Pawlik circles away. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Pawlik.
Pawlik scores with punches from side control.
Lowe tries to bench press Pawlik off him but Pawlik keeps the position. #SUB2#
Pawlik working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Pawlik is trying to get an arm triangle but Lowe is defending well. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pawlik just content to control the position.
Lowe tries to improve position but can't.
Pawlik lands a nice forearm strike. #SUB2#
Pawlik is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lowe knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Pawlik landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Lowe is looking for a sweep.
Pawlik lands an elbow.
Lowe is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Lowe is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Lowe is looking to reverse the position.
Lowe is working hard here to advance position.
Pawlik working the body and head with strikes.
Pawlik lands a decent elbow from side control.
Lowe takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain. #SUB2#
Pawlik is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lowe knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Pawlik wants to control but Lowe is keeping him busy.
Pawlik has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Pawlik working the head and body with strikes.
Lowe is trying to get back to half guard.#T4#
Lowe manages to work his way to half guard, despite Pawlik's best efforts.
Pawlik is thwarting Lowe's attempts to control the position.
Lowe wants to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lowe defends it well.
Lowe is looking for a sweep. Pawlik is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lowe has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Pawlik is working away from the top position though.
Lowe moves into full guard.
Lowe is pulling down on Pawlik's head to control his posture.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Dick Pawlik will probably get the nod.
That's time! Lowe's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Lowe attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lowe misses with a wild body shot.
Pawlik with the counter takedown but Lowe avoids it easily.
Lowe takes a swing at Pawlik's ribcage but misses.
Pawlik lands a head shot.
Lowe connects with a looping right hand.
Lowe throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
so Pawlik counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Lowe keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Pawlik lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Pawlik is in close to Lowe's body, working some short punches and elbows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Lowe bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Pawlik's guard. #REVR#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lowe trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Pawlik wants to improve his position but instead Lowe has moved into half guard.
Pawlik gets full guard.#T1#
Lowe is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Lowe throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lowe scoring with some ground and pound.
Pawlik working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lowe. #SUB2#
Pawlik pushes a forearm under Lowe's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Lowe is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dick Pawlik!
A very excited looking Dick Pawlik 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.
Mike Lowe spoke after the fight, saying 'Sorry for the loss. I will get back into the gym and come back stronger. I wish luck to Fu Tu in his future bouts.'.

Event: SMASH: Rossi vs Peterson
Date: Apr 10, 2021

#R1#
Pawlik ducks under a wild hook from Cole.
Pawlik drops down looking for a counter takedown but Cole sprawls and moves away.
Cole throws the left hand but Pawlik avoids the punch easily.
Pawlik throws a right and a left that both miss.
A big right from Cole misses.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Cole is quick to defend against it.
Pawlik uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cole.
Cole slaps away a takedown attempt from Pawlik, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Pawlik swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Pawlik pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cole now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Cole tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pawlik was well out of range. Poor timing from Cole.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik throws a jab when Cole was well out of range.
Cole ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pawlik moves away.
Pawlik half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Cole throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pawlik takes one on the button.#T1#
Cole throws an overhand right that lands on Pawlik's shoulder, as Pawlik tries to avoid the shot.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Cole avoids it well and moves away.
Cole connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Pawlik momentarily.
Cole clobbers Pawlik with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Cole fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pawlik manages to avoid it.
Cole has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Pawlik is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Cole scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Cole missing with a left hand there. Pawlik was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cole scores with a one two! Pawlik had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
A big right from Cole misses.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Cole is quick to defend against it.
Cole tries to bum rush Pawlik with a series of wild strikes but Pawlik uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Pawlik attempts a counter takedown but Cole avoids it well and moves away.
Pawlik takes a jab right on the kisser.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cole lands a nice shot to the body.
James Cole is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cole scores with a body shot.
Cole is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Cole stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Cole wants it to stay on the feet.
Cole swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Pawlik with a lazy takedown attempt
and Cole counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pawlik slips a jab from Cole.
Pawlik displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cole throws out the jab.
Pawlik misses with a hook.
Cole misses with an uppercut. Pawlik saw that one coming.
Cole scores with a hook to the body. Pawlik takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Pawlik with a lazy takedown attempt
and Cole counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Pawlik thinking.
Nice shot by Cole.
James Cole seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cole swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
Cole pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nice uppercut lands for Pawlik. That snapped Cole's head back.
Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cole.
Cole loads up on a big right hand but Pawlik slips the punch.#T3#
Pawlik misses with a hook to the body
enabling Cole to counter with a crisp jab.
Cole connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Pawlik's hands.
Cole misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pawlik.
Pawlik lands a jab.
Cole takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Pawlik dodges the punch combination from Cole.
Cole just misses with a punch to the body.
Pawlik goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Cole throws a hook but Pawlik avoids it easily.
Cole leaves Pawlik with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T4#
Cole keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cole misses with a hook.
Pawlik lands with a good body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cole misses with a straight left.
Pawlik dives in for a single leg takedown but Cole sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Cole goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Cole lands a body shot in the clinch.
Cole lands a right hand.
Pawlik misses with the head strike.
Cole gets through Pawlik's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Pawlik lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Pawlik fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Cole. #BC2#
Cole breaks the clinch.
Pawlik slips a straight right by Cole.
Pawlik walks into a left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

James Cole dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Pawlik avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cole lands with a hook. Pawlik tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A swing and a miss from Pawlik.
Cole swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Cole scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Pawlik is trying hard to land a takedown here. Cole sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Cole throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
so Pawlik counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB2#
Cole is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Pawlik is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Pawlik stands up over Cole, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
We've been hearing that Pawlik has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Cole trying to control the position.
Pawlik is in close to Cole's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Cole looking to control.
Pawlik is working Cole over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB2#
Cole has his foot on Pawlik's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pawlik works his way back into a safe position though.#T1##SUB2#
Cole is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Pawlik defends well.
Pawlik content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Pawlik scoring with punches to the head and body.
Pawlik postures up and lands a big shot to Cole's brow.
Pawlik is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Pawlik working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Cole's head.
Pawlik distracts Cole with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Cole trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Cole escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Pawlik gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Cole has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pawlik stands up over Cole, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Cole is trying to keep Pawlik in close. #SUB2#
Cole has his foot on Pawlik's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pawlik works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Pawlik postures up and lands a big shot to Cole's brow.
Pawlik postures up and lands a big shot to Cole's brow.
Pawlik lands a couple of digs.
Cole is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dick Pawlik overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Pawlik got a little sloppy there for a moment and Cole has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Pawlik has managed to get both his arms back between Cole's legs - danger averted.
Pawlik lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Cole had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Pawlik defends it easily.
Cole controlling the position.
Cole has momentary wrist control but Pawlik slips an elbow through the middle.
Pawlik distracts Cole with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Cole throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Pawlik makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Pawlik postures up and lands a big shot to Cole's brow. #T3##SUB2#
Cole throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Pawlik lands a couple of digs.#ROC#Cole is rocked!
Pawlik is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Pawlik's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Pawlik with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Cole is still in real trouble! Can Pawlik finish him?
Pawlik loads up on a big left hand. Cole felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Pawlik looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! Cole can't hide his disappointment, as Pawlik celebrates the victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dick Pawlik!
A victorious Dick Pawlik thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SMASH: Alela vs Pawlik
Date: Mar 06, 2021

#R1#
Alela loads up on a big right hand but Pawlik slips the punch.
Alela swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
Alela is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pawlik.
Pawlik misses with a takedown attempt
and Alela counters with a stiff right hand.
Alela lands a nice hook to Pawlik's body. Pawlik takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Pawlik throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A shot to the liver by Alela. Beautiful body shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Alela darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Alela misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pawlik.
Pawlik shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Alela has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Far-Q Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
Alela misses with a wild combination.
Pawlik drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Alela defends it well.
Pawlik looks for a takedown but Alela sprawls well.
Pawlik moves out of range as Alela throws a body kick.
Pawlik tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Alela looks to land a right hand but Pawlik moved out of range.
Pawlik shoots in looking for a takedown but Alela manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pawlik's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sao Alela has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dick Pawlik.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pawlik throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Alela throwing a counter right hand but Pawlik manages to avoid it.
Pawlik ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Alela moves away.#T1#
Pawlik wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Pawlik scores with a hook.
Alela takes a swing at Pawlik's ribcage but misses.
Alela throws a lazy right hand but Pawlik sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pawlik fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Alela manages to avoid it.
Pawlik scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Alela doesn't seem bothered though.
Pawlik misses with a lunging right hand
and Alela counters with a nice body shot.
Sao Alela is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pawlik has a takedown stuffed.
Alela looks to throw the jab but Pawlik is out of range. #TD2#
Pawlik gets a takedown into half guard.
Pawlik lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
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!
Pawlik landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Pawlik prevents Alela from standing back up.
Alela is staying active underneath Pawlik, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2#
Alela wants to improve his position but Pawlik is controlling well.
Pawlik working Alela over with strikes.
Alela trying to control here.
Pawlik has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Pawlik with the ground and pound but Alela uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Pawlik being controlled here momentarily.
Pawlik looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Alela looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Pawlik working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Alela working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Pawlik.
Pawlik stands up over Alela, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T3#
Pawlik throws an elbow that misses. Alela uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Pawlik's guard. Nice move by Alela!#REVR#
Alela postures up.
Alela pushing down on Pawlik's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Alela wants to stand but his hand is trapped. Pawlik uses the opportunity to regain full guard. #SUB2#
Pawlik is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Alela has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Pawlik is proving hard to escape from. #SUB2#
Alela got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pawlik has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Alela has managed to get both his arms back between Pawlik's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Pawlik is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Alela controlling from the top position. #T4##SUB2#
Pawlik throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SU#
Alela stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Alela dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Pawlik fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Alela to the ground. Pawlik is now in Alela's guard.
Alela wants to stand and escape but Pawlik is having none of it.
Pawlik wants to pass the guard but Alela is keeping the position.
Pawlik throws a big right hand that misses.
Alela utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Pawlik throwing strikes but missing.
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 Sao Alela will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD2#
Pawlik looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Alela is trying to control but can't.
Pawlik throwing shots but Alela is blocking nicely.
Pawlik missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Alela wants to improve his position but Pawlik is controlling well.
Pawlik not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dick Pawlik has got the better of the ground game so far.
The fighters are battling for position here. Alela manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Alela wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik won't allow Alela to sweep him here.
Pawlik wants to pass the guard but Alela is keeping the position.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Alela is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Pawlik postures up in Alela's guard and throws a big left but Alela blocks it.
Pawlik throws a strike but Alela rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Pawlik working for a triangle but Alela defends it easily.
Pawlik 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.
Pawlik can't keep his opponent in guard - Alela advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Alela is looking to stall here but Pawlik recovers full guard.
Alela preventing the sweep. #T2##SUB2#
Pawlik looking for a guillotine here but Alela defends easily.
Alela has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Pawlik is proving hard to escape from.
Pawlik keeping moving, preventing Alela from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Pawlik had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Alela defends it easily.#SUB2#
Alela got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pawlik has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Alela has managed to get both his arms back between Pawlik's legs - danger averted.
Alela slips nicely into half guard.#T3#
Pawlik wants to get back to full guard.
Pawlik 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.
Pawlik is refusing to be controlled, as Alela sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alela has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Pawlik working to try and regain half guard.
Pawlik regains half guard.
Alela takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Alela sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
Pawlik has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Alela escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Alela!#T4#
Alela is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Pawlik's shoulder. That is not cool. #SU#
Alela decides to stand back up. Alela steps back and let's Pawlik get back to his feet.
A shot to the liver by Pawlik. Beautiful body shot.
Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Alela.
Pawlik misses the shot to the body.
Alela swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik misses with a wild body shot.
Alela scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pawlik lands a jab to the nose.
Alela dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alela swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
Alela ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pawlik moves away.
Alela misses with a body kick.
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 Sao Alela will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Alela keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Pawlik crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Alela - the referee stops the clock and Pawlik gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Alela. Pawlik manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Alela misses with an uppercut. Pawlik saw that one coming.
Pawlik shoots and misses
and Alela counters with a nice uppercut.
Alela throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pawlik takes a jab right on the kisser.
Pawlik scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#TD2#
Pawlik looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Pawlik trying to mount his opponent but Alela defends it.
Alela is trying to stand up here but Pawlik is controlling him well.
Pawlik missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Alela manages to get to full guard.
Pawlik preventing the sweep. #T1#
Pawlik lands a couple of digs.
Pawlik lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Pawlik is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Alela 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.
Pawlik works over Alela with some ground and pound from guard.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Alela keeps moving.
Pawlik forces his way into half guard.
Pawlik sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Alela defending well though.
Pawlik is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Pawlik trying to mount his opponent but Alela defends it.
Pawlik throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
Alela is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Pawlik scores with a couple of nice shots.
Alela wants to control but Pawlik is keeping busy. #SUB2#
Alela is defending against the submission attempts here by Pawlik.
Alela avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Pawlik.
Pawlik seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Pawlik thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Alela's head.
Alela pushes Pawlik off looking to stand but Pawlik dives back in and keeps control.
Pawlik lands with a punch from half guard.
Pawlik missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3##SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura here.
Alela taking some punishment here, with Pawlik in his half guard.
Alela tries to kick Pawlik off but Pawlik keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Alela is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pawlik performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Pawlik prevents Alela from standing back up. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Pawlik takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Pawlik working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Dick Pawlik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Pawlik lands strikes from half guard.
Pawlik sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Alela defending well though.
Alela tries to roll over but Pawlik keeps him under control.
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. Pawlik connects with a nice short shot to Alela's temple.
Alela is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Pawlik scores with a couple of nice shots.
Alela avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Pawlik. #SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Alela still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Alela has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Pawlik takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dick Pawlik comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Alela 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 Jorge Garcia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: SMASH: Mazziotti vs Lynn
Date: Feb 13, 2021

#R1##TD#
Pawlik closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Way did well to prevent Pawlik getting side control.

Way manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Pawlik keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Pawlik drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Way gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Pawlik lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Pawlik keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Way's efforts to push away.
Pawlik stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Pawlik tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Way's elbow.
Way blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Pawlik.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pawlik softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Way blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Way pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Pawlik throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Way was covering up waiting for the punch and Pawlik finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Pawlik throws a big elbow that misses. #T1#
Pawlik throws a big right hand that misses.
Pawlik controls from within his opponent's guard.
Pawlik is looking to work some ground and pound but Way has wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pawlik postures up in Way's guard and throws a big left but Way blocks it.
Pawlik working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Pawlik throwing strikes from guard but Way blocks nicely. #SUB#
Pawlik is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Way is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Way has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Way is stalling in the full guard.
Way must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2##SUB#
Pawlik has his foot on Way's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Way works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Pawlik working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Way doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Way manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Pawlik looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Way is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Pawlik is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Pawlik looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3#
Way is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a triangle but Way pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Way got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pawlik has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Way has managed to get both his arms back between Pawlik's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Pawlik throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Pawlik working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Way doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Way manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Way looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #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.
Way wants to control from the top but Pawlik keeps moving. #SUB#
Pawlik had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Way defends it easily.
Way not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Pawlik has his foot on Way's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Way works his way back into a safe position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Way lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Way throwing strikes from guard but Pawlik blocks nicely.
Pawlik might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Way is stalling in the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that round.
That's time! Pawlik's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Pawlik lands with an uppercut that bounces Way off the cage and back into range.#CL#
Pawlik rushes Way and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Pawlik scores with a shoulder strike.
A right handed body shot lands from Pawlik.
Way blocking some punches.
Pawlik misses with a hook from the clinch.
Way wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Way prevents the takedown attempt.
Way blocks an uppercut.
Pawlik misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Pawlik tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Way breaks the clinch.
Horrible takedown attempt by Pawlik or perhaps it was just good defense by Way, which made it look bad. #T1#
Way moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Way defending well as Pawlik loads up on a big left hand.
Way loads up on a big right hand but Pawlik slips the punch.
Way throws a leg kick that misses.
A cross from Pawlik lands.
Pawlik shoots for a double leg takedown but Way sprawls well. He's pushed Pawlik's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pawlik swats away the attempt to clinch by Way.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Way waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pawlik.
No Way is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Way ducks under a wild hook from Pawlik.
Way fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Way takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Way is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pawlik.
Pawlik ducks under a wild hook from Way.
Way misses with a body shot.
Pawlik changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Pawlik lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #TD#
Pawlik feints and as Way raises his hands in defense, Pawlik changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pawlik looking to sit in guard and control but Way gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T2#
Way wants to control from the top but Pawlik keeps moving. #SUB#
Pawlik working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Way doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Way manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Pawlik is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Way is aware though and is defending well.
Pawlik is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Way can do to turn this around?
Way trying to control the position from guard on top but Pawlik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Pawlik has an active guard here but Way has managed to pass into half guard. #SUB#
Pawlik looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Pawlik wants to get back to full guard.#T3##SU2#
Way decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Way swinging wildly here.
Pawlik lands a lovely overhand right.
Way is looking to clinch but Pawlik is avoiding it.
Pawlik tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Way was well out of range. Poor timing from Pawlik.
Way looks to land a left hand but Pawlik moved out of range nicely.
Pawlik half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL#
Pawlik gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Pawlik throws a punch but it's blocked by Way.
Pawlik misses with a punch to the body.
Pawlik lands a shot to the body.
Pawlik swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Pawlik struggles to land a body shot inside as Way controls his hands. #T4#
Pawlik has Way pushed against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Way.
Way can't break the clinch.
Pawlik working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Way tries to break the clinch but Pawlik is controlling the position.
Pawlik lands a left hand that snaps the head of Way backwards. #BC2#
Way breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #TD#
Pawlik gets a takedown into half guard.
We've been hearing that Pawlik has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Way regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Pawlik.
Pawlik throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Way works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Pawlik lands with an uppercut that bounces Way off the cage and back into range.
Way takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL#
Pawlik closes the distance and pushes Way back into the cage.
A short right from Pawlik. #BC2#
Way breaks from the clinch.
Pawlik connects with a body shot.#TD#
Pawlik shoots in and gets a takedown into Way's guard.
Way wants to stand and escape but Pawlik is having none of it.
Pawlik trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Way is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Pawlik is controlling him.
Pawlik working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Way preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Way working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Pawlik.
Pawlik throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Way utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Pawlik is in close to Way's body, working some short punches and elbows.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pawlik accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pawlik looking to pass the guard.
Pawlik throws a strike but Way rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Pawlik isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Way stacks Pawlik on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Way!
Way looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Pawlik is avoiding damage well.
Pawlik is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Way off and has taken his back!
Pawlik missing with strikes from the back. #T2##SUB#
Way is trying to defend against the choke here but Pawlik has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Pawlik Tightens the hold and Way taps out furiously! Pawlik displays superior BJJ to win the fight.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dick Pawlik!
Dick Pawlik thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: SMASH: Mazziotti vs Pawlik
Date: Jan 16, 2021

#R1#
The fighters circling - Mazziotti throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #TD2#
Pawlik gets a double leg takedown into Mazziotti's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mazziotti is trying to keep Pawlik in close.
Mazziotti is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Pawlik is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Pawlik is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Pawlik missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Mazziotti is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pawlik won't allow Mazziotti to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mazziotti keeping full guard, as Pawlik tries to pass.
Mazziotti avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
Pawlik throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Pawlik throws a big elbow that misses.
Mazziotti wants to stand but Pawlik is controlling the position.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Mazziotti keeps moving.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Mazziotti really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Pawlik tries to free his leg and advance position but Mazziotti is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Mazziotti misses with a wild body shot.
Mazziotti is looking to clinch but Pawlik is avoiding it.
Pawlik shoots in and drives through. Mazziotti sprawls well.
Domenico Mazziotti is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mazziotti jabs Pawlik to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Mazziotti throws a body shot but no joy.
Pawlik connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mazziotti throws a body shot but no joy.
Mazziotti tries to clinch up but Pawlik circles away and keeps his distance.
Pawlik changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Mazziotti scores with a shot to the body.
Pawlik keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mazziotti.#T2#
Pawlik needs to keep his hands up - Mazziotti had a free shot at his head there.
Mazziotti is looking to wear down Pawlik with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Mazziotti connects with a right hand. Pawlik shakes it off.
Mazziotti takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Mazziotti lands a really nice looking cross but Pawlik seems unphased.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mazziotti takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Mazziotti misses with an uppercut.
Mazziotti tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Pawlik manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Domenico Mazziotti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pawlik tries for a takedown but Mazziotti sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Mazziotti avoids a punch combination nicely.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mazziotti sprawls well. Mazziotti wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pawlik gets slowly back to his feet.
Domenico Mazziotti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dick Pawlik.
Pawlik cracks a nice hook into Mazziotti's ribs.
Danga de danga de dang - Pawlik scores with a four punch combination!
Nice takedown defense from Mazziotti. No joy for Pawlik on that attempt. #T3#
Nice shot by Mazziotti.
Mazziotti tests Pawlik's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mazziotti misses the jab.
Mazziotti with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Pawlik to score with a decent uppercut.
Mazziotti misses with a straight left.
Pawlik is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Mazziotti misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pawlik.
Mazziotti connects with a looping right hand.
Pawlik connects with a jab.
Mazziotti takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Pawlik on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Pawlik misses with a left hand
and Mazziotti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A jab from Mazziotti finds it's way through Pawlik's defenses.
Pawlik misses with a takedown attempt - Mazziotti sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD2#
Pawlik drives through with a takedown into Mazziotti's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Pawlik pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mazziotti is keeping the position for now.
Mazziotti looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Pawlik trying to control but Mazziotti is working from the bottom.
Mazziotti looking for a sweep. Not yet Mazziotti, not yet.
Pawlik advances to half guard.
Mazziotti is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Pawlik is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mazziotti sees it coming and defends easily.
Mazziotti tries to roll over but Pawlik keeps him under control.
Pawlik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mazziotti keeps working.
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 Domenico Mazziotti 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#
Mazziotti lands with an overhand left.
Pawlik keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A slow jab from Mazziotti misses its intended target.
Mazziotti comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Mazziotti.
Domenico Mazziotti is winning the standup battle so far.
Pawlik takes one on the button.
Mazziotti uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pawlik.
Pawlik goes for a double leg but Mazziotti avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Mazziotti continues to drive forward.
Pawlik lands a jab to Mazziotti's midsection.
Mazziotti doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Pawlik dives in and grabs Mazziotti's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mazziotti pushes down on Pawlik's head and hops out.
Mazziotti dodges the punch combination from Pawlik.
Mazziotti wants to clinch.
Pawlik is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Pawlik has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Pawlik there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Pawlik misses with a body shot.
Mazziotti lands a glancing blow to the side of Pawlik's head.
Mazziotti fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mazziotti fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Pawlik looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Pawlik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Pawlik looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Mazziotti is fending him off so far but Pawlik persists. Nope, Mazziotti circles away and we're back to standing.
Domenico Mazziotti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dick Pawlik.
Pawlik throws a shot to the body.
Pawlik looks to score with a jab to the body but Mazziotti is just out of range.
No luck for Pawlik with that takedown attempt.
A punch combination from Pawlik misses.
Jab, jab by Mazziotti - just one landing.
We've been told by Mazziotti's head coaches at The Grind that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Pawlik lands a body shot.
Pawlik takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Pawlik looks to throw the jab but Mazziotti is out of range.
Pawlik throws a looping overhand right but Mazziotti ducks down to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mazziotti pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mazziotti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pawlik manages to avoid it.
Mazziotti is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#T2#
Mazziotti moves in looking to clinch but Pawlik pushes him off.
Pawlik feints the counter takedown.#CL#
Mazziotti rushes Pawlik and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Pawlik is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Mazziotti is defending well.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Pawlik.
A nice left hand lands by Mazziotti.
Mazziotti blocking some punches.
Mazziotti scores with a shoulder strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Pawlik.
Pawlik avoiding damage.
Pawlik misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mazziotti. #TD2#
Pawlik turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!

Mazziotti throws Pawlik to one side and escapes!
Pawlik misses the shot to the body.
Pawlik missing with a left hand there. Mazziotti was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Pawlik displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mazziotti throws out the jab.
Mazziotti moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T3#
Pawlik needs to keep his hands up - Mazziotti had a free shot at his head there.
Mazziotti getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Mazziotti throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Pawlik with the counter takedown but Mazziotti avoids it easily.
Mazziotti misses with a hook.
Mazziotti is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Mazziotti tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD2#
and Pawlik counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Mazziotti! #SUB2#
Pawlik tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Pawlik looks up at the clock and then as Mazziotti takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Pawlik smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Pawlik trying to control the action but Mazziotti is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Pawlik tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Pawlik has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T4#
Mazziotti wants to control but Pawlik postures up.
Pawlik scores with punches from side control.
Mazziotti is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Pawlik thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Pawlik cracks Mazziotti with a big right hand but Mazziotti just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Mazziotti sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Mazziotti is positioning himself well to prevent Pawlik advancing to mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Domenico Mazziotti dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Pawlik throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Mazziotti on the side of the head.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pawlik.
Mazziotti missing with a left hand there. Pawlik was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mazziotti throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pawlik sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pawlik is trying hard to land a takedown here. Mazziotti sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Mazziotti tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Pawlik takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Good standup being displayed there by Mazziotti as he connects with a hook.
Pawlik tries to move into range but Mazziotti moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Mazziotti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pawlik.
Pawlik fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mazziotti on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jab, jab by Mazziotti - just one landing.
Pawlik lands with a cross.
Mazziotti scores with a crisp jab that stopped Pawlik in his tracks.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mazziotti moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Mazziotti bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1#
Pawlik avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Pawlik looks for a takedown but Mazziotti sprawls well.
Domenico Mazziotti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dick Pawlik.
Mazziotti throws a hook but Pawlik blocks it.
Pawlik fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mazziotti manages to avoid it.
Pawlik misses with a straight right.
Mazziotti tries to clinch up but Pawlik circles away and keeps his distance.
Pawlik throws a shot from downtown. Mazziotti moves away and avoids it.
Pawlik has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#CL#
Mazziotti clinches with his opponent.
Mazziotti lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Mazziotti scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mazziotti pushes Pawlik back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mazziotti lands a hook to the side of the head.
Pawlik blocks a body shot from Mazziotti.
Pawlik changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Mazziotti fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Mazziotti connects with a good right hand that stumbles Pawlik. Pawlik circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T2#
Mazziotti scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pawlik misses with a looping left.
Pawlik misses with a takedown attempt
and Mazziotti counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Pawlik takes one on the button.#CL#
Mazziotti rushes Pawlik and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Pawlik has picked Mazziotti up - he's going for a ride! Pawlik dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Mazziotti wants to get back to his feet.
Mazziotti wants to control but Pawlik is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dick Pawlik has got the better of the ground game so far.
Pawlik sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mazziotti defending well though.
Mazziotti wants to get back to his feet.
Pawlik working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB2#
Mazziotti is defending against the submission attempts here by Pawlik.
Mazziotti trying to control here. #T3#
Mazziotti moves into full guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Pawlik working his ground and pound in the gym.
Mazziotti keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Pawlik has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Pawlik chips away with some ground and pound.
Mazziotti controlling the position.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Mazziotti utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mazziotti keeping full guard, as Pawlik tries to pass.
Pawlik throwing strikes but missing.
Pawlik throwing strikes but missing.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Mazziotti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Pawlik shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Pawlik showed some decent athleticism there.
Mazziotti has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Pawlik is working away from the top position though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Domenico Mazziotti clearly takes 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.#R4#
Mazziotti looks to clinch #TD2#
and Pawlik counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Mazziotti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mazziotti avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pawlik trying to control but Mazziotti is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Pawlik drops back, looking for a kneebar! Mazziotti looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Mazziotti looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Mazziotti! #REVR#
Pawlik tries to bench press Mazziotti off him but Mazziotti keeps the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mazziotti trying to control the position but Pawlik is working away.
Pawlik is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Mazziotti happy to just control the position for now. #SU#
Mazziotti stands up and beckons Pawlik to his feet.
Pawlik misses with an uppercut.
Mazziotti sizes up Pawlik with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Pawlik rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mazziotti moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Mazziotti works Pawlik's body with a nice hook.
Pawlik takes one to the chin there.
Pawlik shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Mazziotti pinned against the cage. Mazziotti gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Pawlik just misses with a punch to the body.
Mazziotti tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD2#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into side control. Mazziotti won't be happy with that. #T2#
Mazziotti struggling a bit here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Pawlik goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Mazziotti has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Pawlik but great work by Mazziotti.
Mazziotti will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Pawlik seems a little lost for a moment, as Mazziotti dominates the positioning.
Mazziotti working away.
Pawlik is trying to improve his position.#SU#
Mazziotti decides to take the fight back to the feet. #T3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Mazziotti looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Pawlik misses with a straight left.
A swing and a miss from Mazziotti.
Pawlik tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mazziotti but Mazziotti pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Mazziotti dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Pawlik throws a right hand that misses
and Mazziotti counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Mazziotti swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pawlik with the counter takedown but Mazziotti avoids it easily.
Mazziotti lands a nice shot to the body.
Pawlik throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Pawlik shoots for a double leg takedown but Mazziotti sprawls well. He's pushed Pawlik's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Domenico Mazziotti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dick Pawlik.
Pawlik throws a jab when Mazziotti was well out of range.
Pawlik throws a right and a left that both miss.
Pawlik is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
A swing and a miss from Mazziotti.#T4#
Pawlik on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Pawlik takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Mazziotti scores with a hook to the body. Pawlik takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mazziotti throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mazziotti steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pawlik.
Pawlik throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Mazziotti's waist but Mazziotti gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pawlik off to one side.
Mazziotti was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mazziotti thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mazziotti tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Pawlik paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Pawlik with the counter takedown but Mazziotti avoids it easily.
Mazziotti misses with a hook.
Pawlik moves out of range of the strikes.
Mazziotti tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Mazziotti tries to close the distance and clinch but Pawlik swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mazziotti just misses with a punch to the body. #CL#
Pawlik gets tackled into the cage by Mazziotti. Mazziotti maintains the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mazziotti.
Pawlik is struggling to control the position.
Still in the clinch, Mazziotti scores with a nice short uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Domenico Mazziotti had his way with Dick Pawlik in that round.
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#
Pawlik changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Mazziotti lands a jab to the nose.
Decent striking displayed by Mazziotti there.
Mazziotti ducks under a wild hook from Pawlik.
An attempted straight right counter from Mazziotti misses the target.
Mazziotti misses with an uppercut.
Mazziotti drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mazziotti as he jumps to the side.
Pawlik takes a jab right on the kisser.
Pawlik uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mazziotti.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mazziotti sprawls well. Mazziotti wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pawlik gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T1#
Mazziotti takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Pawlik circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mazziotti loads up on a big right hand but Pawlik slips the punch.
Mazziotti connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Mazziotti throws out a loose jab but Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pawlik swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mazziotti waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pawlik.
Mazziotti 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.
Pawlik jabs Mazziotti to the body, keeping him at a distance.#CL#
Mazziotti drives through and clinches with Pawlik against the cage.
Pawlik is trying to maintain a safe position but Mazziotti gets an underhook and turns Pawlik into the cage.
Pawlik doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right handed body shot lands from Mazziotti.
Pawlik is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Mazziotti makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Pawlik blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mazziotti is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pawlik can do to turn this around?#T2#
Mazziotti gets underhooks to prevent Pawlik's takedown attempt.
Domenico Mazziotti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dick Pawlik.
Pawlik is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Pawlik wants to take the fight to the mat but Mazziotti manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Pawlik can't break the clinch.
Domenico Mazziotti has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Pawlik wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Mazziotti has him pressed against the cage.
Mazziotti throws a punch but it's blocked by Pawlik.
Pawlik slows down the pace here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mazziotti.
Pawlik is trying to stall.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Pawlik creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A frustrated look appears on Pawlik's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Mazziotti misses with a punch on the inside.
Mazziotti lands a right hand that snaps the head of Pawlik backwards.
Mazziotti gets underhooks to prevent Pawlik's takedown attempt.
A shot in the inside from Mazziotti. #T3#
Pawlik has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Mazziotti is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Mazziotti lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Pawlik or not.
Mazziotti gets underhooks to prevent Pawlik's takedown attempt.
Mazziotti lands a left hand.
Pawlik goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mazziotti prevents a takedown attempt there.
Mazziotti is leaning against Pawlik and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Nice body punch from Mazziotti.
Mazziotti lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Mazziotti cracks Pawlik with a nice body shot.
Mazziotti lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Mazziotti misses with a short punch on the inside.
Pawlik is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Pawlik blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mazziotti throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Pawliks head.
Pawlik tries to work over Mazziotti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
Mazziotti is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Mazziotti working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Mazziotti working aggressively here.
Dick Pawlik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Pawlik drops down looking for an ankle pick but Mazziotti pulls his leg out and moves away.
Mazziotti scores with a jab to the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mazziotti changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Mazziotti connects with a jab.
A left and a right from Pawlik both land. Nice combination. #CUT2#It looks like Domenico Mazziotti has been cut.
Pawlik gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Pawlik throws out a loose jab but Mazziotti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pawlik throws a right hand that misses
and Mazziotti counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Pawlik tries to bum rush Mazziotti with a series of wild strikes but Mazziotti uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Mazziotti tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Pawlik manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mazziotti fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Pawlik looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.

And that's the end of the fight!
Domenico Mazziotti showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Mazziotti, 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 50:45
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 50:45
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Domenico Mazziotti!
Domenico Mazziotti retains his lightweight title!
Domenico Mazziotti 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: SMASH: Lacplesis vs Dong
Date: Dec 12, 2020

#R1#
Pawlik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Pawlik drops down looking for a counter takedown but Riku sprawls and moves away.
Riku misses with a hook to the body #TD#
and Pawlik decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Riku's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Pawlik postures up in Riku's guard and throws a big left but Riku blocks it.
Pawlik's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Pawlik tries to free his leg and advance position but Riku is retaining full guard.
Riku wants to stand up but Pawlik is controlling him.
Pawlik stopping the sweep attempt from Riku.
Riku keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Pawlik has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Riku is keeping the position for now.
Riku keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully. #T1#
Pawlik with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Pawlik throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Pawlik sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Pawlik throws a big right hand that misses.
Pawlik throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Riku works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Pawlik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Riku swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Riku is adopting a defensive guard.
Pawlik is in close to Riku's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T2#
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Riku keeps moving.
Pawlik working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Pawlik throwing strikes but missing.
Pawlik stands and throws Riku's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Riku is working to avoid the ground and pound but Pawlik connects with a decent elbow.
Riku can't do much from the bottom here.
Riku regains half guard there - taking advantage of Pawlik's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Riku wants to control but Pawlik is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3#
Pawlik is nestled in close to Riku, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Well, if Pawlik 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.
Pawlik is just content to waste time from the top position. Riku takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Riku keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Pawlik sitting in guard here, content to control.
Riku utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Riku avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Riku preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T4#
Riku keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Riku wants to hit a sweep here but Pawlik passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Riku there!
Riku is trying to escape the mount. #SUB#
Pawlik with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter. #SUB#
Pawlik goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Riku turns into him and now he's in Pawlik's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pawlik looking for a sweep. Not yet Pawlik, not yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Pawlik misses with a hook. Riku ducked under it nicely.
Riku lands with a shot to the body.
Riku looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Pawlik throws a right hand that Riku ducks under and follows up with a left that Riku also avoids with ease.
Riku flicks out a counter leg kick but Pawlik steps away.
Pawlik throws a body shot but no joy.
Riku walks into a straight right hand from Pawlik.
Riku stuffs the takedown attempt from Pawlik. Pawlik gets slowly back to his feet.
Pawlik looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Riku tests Pawlik's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
Riku gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Pawlik is stalling here. Riku is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Pawlik seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Riku has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Pawlik can't do much from the bottom here. #SU2#
Riku decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Riku lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lazuran Riku is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pawlik throws an off balance right hand
and Riku counters with an inside leg kick. #TD#
Pawlik shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Riku manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Riku has his hands on Pawlik's head, controlling the position.
Pawlik wants to pass the guard but Riku is keeping the position.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Riku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pawlik tries to free his leg and advance position but Riku is retaining full guard.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Riku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dick Pawlik overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Riku keeping full guard, as Pawlik tries to pass.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Riku keeps moving. #T3##REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Riku gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Pawlik is trying to control the action in half guard but Riku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Riku moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pawlik showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Pawlik loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Riku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pawlik is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Riku is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Pawlik showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Pawlik drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Riku dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Riku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Riku would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lazuran Riku 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#
Riku throws out a powerful jab.
Riku throws a body punch but Pawlik moves out of range. #TD#
Pawlik closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Riku quickly recovers to half guard.
Riku looks like he's trying to stand up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Riku gets back to full guard.
Riku looking for a sweep. Not yet Riku, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Riku is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Riku keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Riku pulls Pawlik in close to his closed guard and prevents Pawlik from doing any damage or advancing position.#T1#
Riku wants to sweep but no luck.
Pawlik trying to control but Riku is working from the bottom.
Pawlik pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Riku is keeping the position for now.
Pawlik postures up in Riku's guard and throws a big left but Riku blocks it.
Riku keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Pawlik's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Pawlik passes Riku's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Pawlik is trying to control the action in half guard but Riku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Riku tries to get to full guard but Pawlik has control of the leg.
Pawlik is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Pawlik trying to control the action but Riku is working from the bottom.
Pawlik is nestled in close to Riku, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB#
Pawlik is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Riku doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pawlik. #SUB#
Pawlik is trying to work for a kimura but Riku is defending well. #T3#
Pawlik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Riku keeps working. #SUB#
Riku is defending against the submission attempts here by Pawlik.
Riku gets full guard.
Riku looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Riku wants to get back to his feet but Pawlik is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Riku holds on and takes a little breather.
Pawlik pushing down on Riku's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Pawlik is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
The referee warns Riku that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head. #SUB#
Pawlik wants to finish this one by submission but Riku is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Pawlik.
Pawlik controlling the position easily from mount.
Pawlik is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Riku can do to turn this around?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pawlik is landing with some decent strikes but Riku is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dick Pawlik showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Pawlik 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 Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 29:28
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: SMASH: Dong vs Trump
Date: Nov 21, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pawlik ducks under a wild hook from Morgan.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Morgan is quick to defend against it.
Pawlik walks into a jab.
Pawlik moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Pawlik scores with a jab to the head.
Pawlik keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Morgan.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Morgan is quick to defend against it.
Pawlik shoots in looking for a takedown but Morgan manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pawlik's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Morgan lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Morgan swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik tries to counter with a takedown but Morgan is quick to defend against it.
Morgan swinging wildly here.
Pawlik drops down looking for a counter takedown but Morgan sprawls and moves away.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown but Morgan shows good takedown defense.
Morgan is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Pawlik with a body shot.
Morgan misses with an uppercut. Pawlik saw that one coming.
Pawlik looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Pawlik displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Morgan throws out the jab. #T1##TD#
Pawlik shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Pawlik looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Morgan is not content to let Pawlik control the position.
Pawlik passes to full mount!
Pawlik looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Pawlik with a couple of short strikes.
Morgan tries to reverse the position but Pawlik maintains control.
Pawlik pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Morgan wants to control but Pawlik is having none of it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pawlik dominating with strikes here.#T2#
Morgan taking shots to the head. #ROC#Morgan is rocked!
Oooooh, big shot lands for Pawlik! Morgan is hurt baaadly! Pawlik is firing away with more strikes - Morgan is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dick Pawlik!
An out of breath Dick Pawlik thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SMASH: Lacplesis vs McDonnell
Date: Nov 07, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pawlik misses with a body shot. #CL2#
Cubbedge fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Pawlik, pushing him back against the cage.
Cubbedge fails to pull the fight into his guard. #TD#
Pawlik has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Cubbedge regains guard immediately.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Cubbedge is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pawlik working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Pawlik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cubbedge swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik stands up over Cubbedge , holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Pawlik postures up.
Cubbedge tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pawlik makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T1#
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Cubbedge is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pawlik is looking to pass into half guard but Cubbedge pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Cubbedge is in guard.#REVB#
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but Pawlik keeps moving.
Pawlik 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##SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura but Cubbedge is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pawlik to get the leverage.
Pawlik sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Cubbedge defending well though.
Pawlik is just content to waste time from the top position. Cubbedge takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Cubbedge keeping full guard, as Pawlik tries to pass.
Pawlik looking to sit in guard and control but Cubbedge gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T2#
Pawlik working a defensive guard here.
Pawlik is looking to sweep but instead, Cubbedge has passed into half guard.
Pawlik controlling the position for now.
Pawlik is looking to improve his position.
Pawlik gets full guard.
Pawlik has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Cubbedge looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Pawlik is trying to control the position but Cubbedge postures up.
Cubbedge trying to control but Pawlik is working from the bottom.
Pawlik is looking to sweep but instead, Cubbedge has passed into half guard.
Pawlik is trying to get back to full guard.
Pawlik gets full guard.
Pawlik wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Pawlik has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Cubbedge is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Pawlik.#T4#
Pawlik holds on to Cubbedge 's head and controls the position momentarily.
Pawlik is trying to get back to half guard.
Cubbedge trying to control the action but Pawlik is working from the bottom.
Pawlik manages to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pawlik is looking to improve his position.
Cubbedge is stalling here. Pawlik is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Cubbedge seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Pawlik has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that round.
That's time! Pawlik's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Pawlik will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD2#
Cubbedge closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Pawlik quickly recovers to half guard.
Pawlik wants to sweep but Cubbedge has passed to side control!
Cubbedge is looking to take a break and control but Pawlik is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
A control attempt from Pawlik but he's now mounted!
Cubbedge prevents Pawlik from getting the reversal.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge manages to capitalize on a mistake by Pawlik to take his back!
Cubbedge avoiding Pawlik 's attempts to control his hands.
Cubbedge has the hooks in. Pawlik is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T1##SUB2#
Cubbedge patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Cubbedge controlling well, preventing Pawlik from escaping the position.
Pawlik breaks Cubbedge 's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Cubbedge bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Pawlik's guard. #REVB#
Pawlik looking for a sweep. Not yet Pawlik, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cubbedge controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Pawlik tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Pawlik throws his legs up looking for a submission but Cubbedge uses it to pass to side control.
Pawlik manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T2#
Cubbedge uses his free foot to push down on Pawlik's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Pawlik.
Cubbedge manages to capitalize on a mistake by Pawlik to take his back!
Cubbedge has the hooks in. Pawlik is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Pawlik trying to control the hands but Cubbedge won't let him.
Pawlik rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cubbedge trying to control the pace.
Pawlik tries to get to full guard but Cubbedge has control of the leg. #T3##SUB#
Pawlik looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Cubbedge looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Pawlik is looking for a sweep. Cubbedge is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Pawlik is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Cubbedge pulls his head out easily.
Pawlik wants to control but Cubbedge is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Pawlik has his hands clasped together around Cubbedge 's back. He's all about the action.
Pawlik wants to improve his position but Cubbedge is controlling well.
Pawlik won't allow Cubbedge to pass to mount.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura but Pawlik is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Cubbedge to get the leverage.
Pawlik holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bart Cubbedge showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Cubbedge moves into the clinch successfully. #TD#
Cubbedge is fighting off a takedown attempt but Pawlik is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Cubbedge to the mat. Cubbedge regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Pawlik is working Cubbedge over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Pawlik controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Cubbedge escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Pawlik gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Cubbedge looking for a guillotine here but Pawlik defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cubbedge works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Pawlik is looking to work some ground and pound but Cubbedge has wrist control.
Cubbedge keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Pawlik tries to free his leg and advance position but Cubbedge is retaining full guard.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Cubbedge is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cubbedge keeping full guard, as Pawlik tries to pass.
Pawlik looking to sit in guard and control but Cubbedge gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Cubbedge stopping the sweep attempt from Pawlik.#T2#
Pawlik is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Cubbedge sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Pawlik looking for a guillotine here but Cubbedge defends easily.
Cubbedge tries to free his leg and advance position but Pawlik is retaining full guard.
Pawlik 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##T3#
Pawlik tries to pass to full mount but Cubbedge defends it.
Pawlik is keen to just control but Cubbedge is a slippery customer.
Cubbedge has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Pawlik throws a strike but Cubbedge avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Pawlik passes into half guard. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Cubbedge defends it well.
Pawlik is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Cubbedge ! #T4#
Pawlik landing punches.
Pawlik throwing strikes here but Cubbedge is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Pawlik trying to control but Cubbedge is having none of it.
Cubbedge is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Cubbedge regains half guard.
Cubbedge trying to hold on to Pawlik's head to control him but Pawlik postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cubbedge moves into full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dick Pawlik showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Pawlik 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: SMASH: Mazziotti vs Festation
Date: Oct 10, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Juntta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pawlik lands a nice shot that snaps Juntta's head back.
Juntta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pawlik throws out the jab.
Juntta tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a single leg into guard. Juntta didn't expect that.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pawlik controls from within his opponent's guard.
Pawlik prevents Juntta from getting back to his feet.
Pawlik wants to pass the guard but Juntta is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juntta wants to stand and escape but Pawlik is having none of it.
Pawlik is looking to pass into half guard but Juntta pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Juntta is in guard.#REVB##T1#
Pawlik is trying to hold Juntta in close to prevent damage but Juntta has managed to pass into half guard.
Juntta prevents Pawlik from improving his position.
Pawlik is trying to control but Juntta passes into side control!
Pawlik is looking for a sweep.#SU2#
Juntta stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Juntta misses with a wild body shot.
Pawlik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Juntta throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Juntta is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Pawlik scores with a couple of nice shots.
Pawlik works his way into side control. #T2#
Sloppy strikes there by Pawlik.#SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Juntta has escaped the position, nice work there.
Pawlik fails to land a wild elbow strike.
We've been hearing that Pawlik has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
The strikes coming from Pawlik are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Pawlik throwing strikes but Juntta manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pawlik is trying to work for a sweep but Juntta has mounted him!
Pawlik tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Pawlik is working hard here to advance position.
Juntta sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T3#
Pawlik is looking to get to half guard.#SU2#
Juntta get's back to his feet.
Juntta sizes up Pawlik with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A big left from Pawlik misses.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pawlik.#T4#
Juntta connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Jesse Juntta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Juntta jabs Pawlik to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A low kick from Juntta is predictable there #TD#
so Pawlik counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Pawlik trying to control but Juntta is working from the bottom.
Pawlik trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Juntta working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Pawlik.
Pawlik trying to control but Juntta is working from the bottom.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pawlik looking to pass the guard.
Pawlik makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jesse Juntta will probably get the nod.
That's time! Pawlik's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Juntta cracks Pawlik with a good jab.
Juntta lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Pawlik backs up against the cage.
Pawlik misses with an uppercut.
Juntta lands with a good body shot.
Juntta looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Pawlik throws the left hand but Juntta avoids the punch easily.
Juntta throws a head kick but Pawlik moves out of range.
Juntta swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik throws a hook but Juntta blocks it.
Pawlik goes for a double leg but Juntta avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Juntta continues to drive forward.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juntta throws a jab when Pawlik was well out of range.
Pawlik changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Juntta tries to avoid it but Pawlik manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Juntta to the ground. Juntta escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Juntta is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Juntta throws a body punch but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Juntta tries to avoid it but Pawlik manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Juntta to the ground. Juntta escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Pawlik looks to throw the jab but Juntta is out of range.
Juntta throws a body shot but no joy.
Juntta looks to land a left hand but Pawlik moved out of range nicely.
Pawlik shoots for a takedown but Juntta saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Juntta throws out a counter right but Pawlik avoids it with no problem.
Sloppy strikes from Pawlik. Those never looked like landing.
Despite the aggression on Juntta's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Pawlik with a jab.
Pawlik swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Juntta digs a good body shot into Pawlik's ribs.
An inside leg kick lands from Juntta.
Nice uppercut there from Juntta.
Juntta throws a head kick that misses. #TD#
Pawlik feints and as Juntta raises his hands in defense, Pawlik changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pawlik slips nicely into half guard.
Pawlik throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T2#
Pawlik stops Juntta from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Pawlik is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Juntta sees it coming and defends easily.
Juntta won't allow Pawlik to pass to mount.
Well, if Pawlik 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.
Pawlik winds up and cracks Juntta with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Pawlik scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T3#
Pawlik drops an elbow to the side of Juntta's head.
Pawlik is looking to advance position but Juntta won't allow it.
Pawlik seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Juntta does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Dick Pawlik overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Pawlik sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Juntta defending well though.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but Juntta defending well.
Juntta blocking the ground and pound attempt from Pawlik.
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. Pawlik connects with a nice short shot to Juntta's temple.
Pawlik has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Juntta avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Pawlik.
Juntta is staying active underneath Pawlik, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
Pawlik is pressing down on Juntta's thigh, looking to free his foot. Juntta is holding on for now.
Pawlik is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. #ES2#
Juntta pushes Pawlik off and scrambles back to his feet.
Pawlik throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pawlik shoots for a takedown but Juntta saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Juntta looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A shot to the liver by Juntta. Beautiful body shot.
Juntta connects with a looping right hand.
Juntta walks into a straight right hand from Pawlik.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jesse Juntta showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Juntta scores with a jab. Pawlik acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jesse Juntta seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Pawlik throws a lazy uppercut
and Juntta counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Pawlik is defended easily by Juntta.
Juntta looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Juntta throws a lazy right hand but Pawlik sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pawlik ducks under a wild hook from Juntta.
Pawlik misses with a left hand
and Pawlik takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Pawlik goes for a takedown in the clinch but Juntta prevents it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juntta tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Pawlik is looking to control Juntta's arms but Juntta gets an underhook and turns him. Now Pawlik has his back to the cage.
Juntta lands an elbow just above Pawlik 's eye. #CUT2#It looks like Dick Pawlik has been cut.
A shot in the inside from Juntta. #T1#
Pawlik tries to work over Juntta's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Juntta creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Pawlik's defenses.
Juntta lands with a right to the head.
Juntta misses with a punch to the body.
Juntta pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Pawlik misses with a punch to the body.
Pawlik managing to block the knees to the body from Juntta.
Pawlik is struggling to control the position.
Pawlik is trying to maintain a safe position but Juntta gets an underhook and turns Pawlik into the cage.
Juntta misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Juntta has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pawlik fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Juntta struggles to land a body shot inside as Pawlik controls his hands.
Pawlik's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Nice elbow from Juntta.
Juntta throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Nice elbow from Juntta.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Juntta.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Juntta lands an elbow that stopped Pawlik in his tracks for a moment.
Jesse Juntta is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Juntta lands an elbow inside.
Pawlik trying to stall but Juntta improves his position.
Pawlik tries to stall but Juntta uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #BC#
Pawlik breaks the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pawlik has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Juntta.
Juntta scores with a hook to the body. Pawlik takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Juntta scores with a shot to the body.
Pawlik loads up on a big right hand but Juntta slips the punch.
Pawlik is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Pawlik tries to score a power double leg takedown but Juntta sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pawlik somewhat.
Juntta's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Juntta duly obliges. #T3#
Juntta misses the shot to the body.
Pawlik loads up on a big right hand but Juntta slips the punch.
Juntta misses with a double jab.
Pawlik drops down looking for a counter takedown but Juntta sprawls and moves away.
Pawlik avoids a kick to the body.
A big left from Pawlik misses.
Pawlik shoots for a takedown but Juntta saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Juntta throws out a powerful jab.
Juntta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Juntta as he jumps to the side.
Pawlik ducks under a wild hook from Juntta.
Juntta buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Pawlik keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Juntta avoids a punch combination nicely. #T4#
Pawlik doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Dick Pawlik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Pawlik throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Juntta sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pawlik on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Juntta comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Juntta jabs at Pawlik's 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!
Pawlik walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Juntta scores with a jab to the body.
Juntta slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Pawlik takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Pawlik throws a right and a left that Juntta avoids nicely.
Juntta looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Juntta moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jesse Juntta comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Juntta 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 Dennis scores the fight 27:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:30

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

Event: SMASH: Mazziotti vs Pawlik
Date: Sep 12, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Pawlik tries to keep at a distance but Mazziotti has taken the fight into the clinch.
I was talking to Mazziotti's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Pawlik wants to break the clinch but can't. #BC#
Mazziotti escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mazziotti slips under a jab.
Mazziotti with a nice cross.
Mazziotti lands a lovely overhand right.#TD2#
Pawlik fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Mazziotti sprawls well initially but Pawlik persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Pawlik is working for a submission of some sort.
Mazziotti is staying active underneath Pawlik, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Pawlik working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Mazziotti wants to get back to his feet.
Pawlik tries to pass the half guard into mount. Mazziotti knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Mazziotti is looking to improve his position. #T1#
Mazziotti makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Mazziotti.
Pawlik is working Mazziotti over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Mazziotti keeps moving.
Pawlik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mazziotti swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pawlik throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mazziotti works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pawlik landing with the ground and pound.
Pawlik stops Mazziotti from standing up. #T2#
Mazziotti keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Pawlik in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pawlik trying to control but Mazziotti is working from the bottom.
Pawlik is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Domenico Mazziotti is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pawlik connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Mazziotti gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Pawlik.
Mazziotti really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
A slow jab from Mazziotti misses its intended target.
A punch lands to the side of Pawlik 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Pawlik lands a nice shot that snaps Mazziotti's head back.
Pawlik with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Mazziotti to score with a decent uppercut.#T3#
Mazziotti throws a hook to the side of Pawlik's head but Pawlik sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Pawlik drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mazziotti defends it well.
Mazziotti throws a hook to the side of Pawlik's head but Pawlik sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Pawlik lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
No joy there for Mazziotti, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
And Pawlik tries to counter it with a takedown but Mazziotti pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Pawlik misses with a looping left.
It looked like Mazziotti wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mazziotti is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Pawlik uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mazziotti.
Mazziotti misses with an uppercut.
Mazziotti misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pawlik.
Mazziotti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pawlik.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mazziotti sprawls well. Mazziotti wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pawlik gets slowly back to his feet.
Pawlik lands a lovely overhand right.
Pawlik misses with a body shot.
Pawlik misses with an uppercut. #T4#
Mazziotti swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik misses with an uppercut. Mazziotti saw that one coming.
Mazziotti lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Mazziotti lands with an uppercut that bounces Pawlik off the cage and back into range.
Mazziotti fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Pawlik on the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mazziotti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pawlik manages to avoid it.
Pawlik has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Mazziotti finds it's way round the side to connect with Pawlik's head.
Mazziotti jabs at Pawlik's body.
Mazziotti throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Pawlik counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB2#
Pawlik is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mazziotti sees it coming and defends easily.
Pawlik wants to take a breather but Mazziotti is having none of it.
Pawlik thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Pawlik is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Mazziotti is just riding it out for now. Pawlik eventually gives up the hold.
Mazziotti tries to get to full guard but Pawlik has control of the leg.
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 Domenico Mazziotti will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Pawlik on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Mazziotti misses with a straight left.
Pawlik feints the counter takedown.
Pawlik keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mazziotti misses with an uppercut. Pawlik saw that one coming.
Domenico Mazziotti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mazziotti displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pawlik throws out the jab.
Pawlik avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nice shot lands for Mazziotti.
Mazziotti lands a nice shot to the body.
Pawlik slips a jab from Mazziotti.
Domenico Mazziotti is winning the standup battle so far.
Pawlik throws a right hand that Mazziotti ducks under and follows up with a left that Mazziotti also avoids with ease.
Mazziotti moves out of range as Pawlik strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mazziotti lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Pawlik at a distance.
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown but Mazziotti shows good takedown defense.
Pawlik shoots in looking for a takedown. Mazziotti tries to sprawl out of it but Pawlik keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mazziotti manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1#
Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mazziotti.
Mazziotti tries to clinch up but Pawlik circles away and keeps his distance.
Nice uppercut there from Mazziotti.
Mazziotti punishes Pawlik's body with a nice straight punch.#TD2#
Pawlik gets the takedown into side control. #ES#
Mazziotti sneaks out the side door and pushes Pawlik away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Pawlik 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Mazziotti rushes Pawlik and presses him up against the cage.
Mazziotti throws a head punch that misses.
Pawlik prevents a body shot from Mazziotti.
Mazziotti misses with some punches.
Pawlik stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Mazziotti misses with some punches. #BC#
Mazziotti breaks from the clinch.
Mazziotti is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pawlik can do to turn this around?
Pawlik loads up on a big right hand but Mazziotti slips the punch.
A jab from Pawlik finds it's way through Mazziotti's defenses.
Mazziotti defending well as Pawlik loads up on a big left hand.
A quick step to the side and Mazziotti tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mazziotti is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Mazziotti stuns Pawlik with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T2#
Mazziotti just misses with a punch to the body.
Pawlik avoids the body shot from Mazziotti.
Mazziotti throws a hook but Pawlik avoids it easily.
Pawlik tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Mazziotti lands with a shot to the body.
Mazziotti takes a swing at Pawlik's ribcage but misses.
Mazziotti tries to clinch #TD2#
and Pawlik counters with a single leg into guard. Mazziotti didn't expect that. #SUB#
Mazziotti is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pawlik is aware though and is defending well.
Pawlik postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Mazziotti has momentary wrist control but Pawlik slips an elbow through the middle.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Mazziotti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mazziotti will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T3#
Pawlik passes Mazziotti's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Pawlik is keen to just control but Mazziotti is a slippery customer.
Pawlik thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Mazziotti tries to get to full guard but Pawlik has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Pawlik seems to be working for a kimura but Mazziotti defends the submission attempt.
Mazziotti is trying to get back to full guard.
Mazziotti is working hard here to advance position.
Mazziotti trying to control from the bottom. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Pawlik is working for a kimura but Mazziotti is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Pawlik 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.
Mazziotti trying to control here.
Mazziotti is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Domenico Mazziotti dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Mazziotti throws a big shot that misses.
Mazziotti looks to score with a jab to the body but Pawlik is just out of range.
Mazziotti moves away from the strike by Pawlik.
Pawlik avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pawlik with a nice cross.
Nice defenses there by Mazziotti.
It looked like Mazziotti was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Pawlik.
A swing and a miss from Mazziotti.
Pawlik misses with a straight right. #CL#
Mazziotti moves into the clinch.
Pawlik is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Mazziotti scores with an uppercut up the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mazziotti working aggressively here.
A right handed body shot lands from Mazziotti. #BC2#
Pawlik manages to break the clinch.
Mazziotti cracks Pawlik with a right hand to the side of the head.
Mazziotti's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Pawlik connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Mazziotti scrambles back to his feet.
Mazziotti cracks Pawlik with a right hand to the side of the head.#T1#
Mazziotti throws a jab but it's blocked by Pawlik.
Mazziotti swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pawlik feints the counter takedown.
Mazziotti keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mazziotti misses the shot to the body.
And Pawlik tries to counter it with a takedown but Mazziotti pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Mazziotti with a hook.
Jab by Mazziotti.
Mazziotti moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Mazziotti swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
Nice body punch from Mazziotti.
Mazziotti misses with a hook. Pawlik ducked under it nicely.
Pawlik throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Mazziotti's waist but Mazziotti gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pawlik off to one side.
Mazziotti digs a good hook to Pawlik's body.
Mazziotti looks to land a right hand but Pawlik moved out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Pawlik 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Mazziotti jabs at Pawlik's body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mazziotti throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Mazziotti with a jab.
Mazziotti looks to land a left hand but Pawlik moved out of range nicely.
Pawlik fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Mazziotti scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Pawlik uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mazziotti.#TD2#
Pawlik closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Mazziotti trying to control here.
Dick Pawlik has got the better of the ground game so far.
Pawlik missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Pawlik not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Pawlik works his way into full mount!
Mazziotti keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T3#
Mazziotti wants to control but Pawlik is having none of it.
Pawlik tries to control but Mazziotti wriggling away.
Pawlik lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Pawlik fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Pawlik punishing his opponent with strikes.
Pawlik tries to control but Mazziotti wriggling away.
Pawlik might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Mazziotti haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T4#
Pawlik looking to finish with strikes here!
Mazziotti doing his best to control the position. Can he escape?#SUB2#
Pawlik has control of Mazziotti's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Mazziotti regains control of the situation pretty easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pawlik unloads with some shots from mount but Mazziotti bucks and avoids them well.
Pawlik trying to control but Mazziotti is having none of it.
Mazziotti is bucking up trying to escape but Pawlik cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Domenico Mazziotti did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Pawlik misses with a straight left.
Pawlik fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mazziotti manages to avoid it.
Pawlik keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A left lands for Mazziotti.
Mazziotti swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mazziotti takes a swing at Pawlik's ribcage but misses.
The fighters circling - Pawlik throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mazziotti misses the shot to the body.
Mazziotti tries to clinch there but Pawlik circles away.
Pawlik misses with an uppercut. Mazziotti saw that one coming.
Mazziotti tries to clinch there but Pawlik circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mazziotti looks to score with a jab to the body but Pawlik is just out of range.
Pawlik feints the counter takedown.
Pawlik ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pawlik with the counter takedown but Mazziotti avoids it easily.
Pawlik walks into a straight right hand from Mazziotti.
Nice defenses there by Pawlik.
Mazziotti displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #T1#
Mazziotti scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Mazziotti loads up on a big right hand but Pawlik slips the punch.
Mazziotti throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Pawlik tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Mazziotti throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pawlik looks to land a left hand but Mazziotti moved out of range nicely.
Pawlik is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mazziotti.
Mazziotti tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Pawlik manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Pawlik throws a shot from downtown. Mazziotti moves away and avoids it.
Mazziotti lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Pawlik throws a right hand that Mazziotti ducks under and follows up with a left that Mazziotti also avoids with ease.
Mazziotti looks to land a left hand but Pawlik moved out of range nicely.
Pawlik moves away from the strike by Mazziotti.
Pawlik has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Mazziotti scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Mazziotti scores with a body shot.
Mazziotti keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Mazziotti slips under a jab.
Mazziotti throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Pawlik counters with a takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pawlik working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Pawlik misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Pawlik trying to control the action but Mazziotti is working from the bottom.
Mazziotti is working to avoid the ground and pound but Pawlik connects with a decent elbow.
Mazziotti is looking to reverse the position.
Pawlik has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Mazziotti wants to try and get back to his feet.
Pawlik is in the full mount, landing strikes. #T3#
Pawlik wants to control the pace but Mazziotti is squirming around nicely.
Pawlik connects with a couple of good shots from mount. #SUB2#
Pawlik working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Pawlik dominating with strikes here.
Mazziotti wants to hold on but Pawlik pushes him away.
Pawlik throws some wild stikes that Mazziotti manages to avoid easily.
Pawlik fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there! #ROC2#Mazziotti is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Domenico Mazziotti has been cut.
Mazziotti tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Oh Mazziotti is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pawlik working the ground and pound effectively.
Mazziotti working to try and regain half guard. #T4#
Pawlik trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Mazziotti wants to get back to his feet.
Pawlik lands a nice shot to the head.
Mazziotti is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pawlik lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Pawlik tries to control but Mazziotti wriggling away.
Pawlik landing strikes from the mount and Mazziotti is in trouble!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Domenico Mazziotti's cut.
That's time! Mazziotti's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Mazziotti throws a shot from downtown. Pawlik moves away and avoids it.
Pawlik changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Pawlik ducks under a wild hook from Mazziotti.
Pawlik feints the counter takedown.
Pawlik misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Pawlik thows a left - swing and a miss!
Pawlik lands a head shot.
A big right from Pawlik misses.
Pawlik keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mazziotti.
Pawlik bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mazziotti's head backwards.
Mazziotti slips under a jab.
Mazziotti throws a jab when Pawlik was well out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Pawlik misses the target.
Mazziotti throws a lazy right hand but Pawlik sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mazziotti throws a jab but it's blocked by Pawlik.
Mazziotti blocks a jab.
Mazziotti scores with a jab.
Mazziotti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pawlik.
Mazziotti walks into a straight right hand from Pawlik.
Mazziotti throws a hook but Pawlik blocks it.
Pawlik changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Mazziotti throws a body punch but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik throws a good cross that connects.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pawlik takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Pawlik throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mazziotti tries to clinch up but Pawlik circles away and keeps his distance.#T1#
Mazziotti avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pawlik keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pawlik tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mazziotti was well out of range. Poor timing from Pawlik.
Mazziotti waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pawlik.
Mazziotti throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Pawlik stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Mazziotti tries to clinch up.
Mazziotti seems to have got his legs back now.
Mazziotti throws a jab but it's blocked by Pawlik.
Pawlik changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Jab, jab by Mazziotti - just one landing.
Mazziotti swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pawlik feints the counter takedown.
Pawlik slips a jab from Mazziotti.
Mazziotti fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Pawlik looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mazziotti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pawlik was well out of range. Poor timing from Mazziotti.
Pawlik blocks a jab.
Pawlik misses with an uppercut. Mazziotti saw that one coming.
Mazziotti throws a body punch but Pawlik moves out of range.
Mazziotti will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T2#
Donk. Mazziotti catches Pawlik right on the button with a cross.
Pawlik takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Mazziotti ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pawlik moves away.
Mazziotti lands a nice shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pawlik steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mazziotti.
Pawlik takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#TD2#
Pawlik closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #ES#
Mazziotti throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Pawlik takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Mazziotti jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pawlik jabs at Mazziotti's body.
Pawlik gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Mazziotti.#T3#
Pawlik throws a right and a left that Mazziotti avoids nicely.
Pawlik slips a straight right by Mazziotti.
The fight stays on the outside here - Mazziotti looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Pawlik on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Mazziotti throws a lazy right hand but Pawlik sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pawlik feints the counter takedown.
Mazziotti avoids the body shot from Pawlik.
Mazziotti scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Mazziotti scores with a jab. Pawlik acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Mazziotti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pawlik.
A big right from Mazziotti misses.
Mazziotti misses with a hook.
Pawlik tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Mazziotti tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Pawlik feints the counter takedown.
Pawlik swings widly with a right hand
and Mazziotti counters with a nice uppercut. #T4##CL#
Mazziotti closes the distance and clinches.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Dick Pawlik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mazziotti softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Mazziotti working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mazziotti misses with a body punch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mazziotti.
Mazziotti can't find room to land a body shot as Pawlik controls the action.
Pawlik trying to control the position but instead, Mazziotti has worked for underhooks and has pushed Pawlik into the cage.
Pawlik tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Mazziotti fails to land.
Pawlik is trying to drag Mazziotti to the mat but Mazziotti just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Mazziotti tries to work over Pawlik's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Mazziotti pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mazziotti scores with a nice strike.
Mazziotti tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.

And that's the end of the fight!
Domenico Mazziotti showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Mazziotti 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 49:46
Judge George Francis scores the fight 49:46
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Domenico Mazziotti!
Domenico Mazziotti retains his lightweight title!
Domenico Mazziotti 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: SMASH: McQuirre vs Festation
Date: Aug 08, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Riku scores with a nice head shot.#TD#
Pawlik looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Riku!
Pawlik advances to full mount. #SUB#
Pawlik working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Pawlik trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Pawlik is working for a guillotine from mount but Riku frees his head quite easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Pawlik jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Riku manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB#
Pawlik tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Pawlik has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1#
Riku tries to buck Pawlik off but Pawlik is having none of it.#SUB#
Pawlik thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Pawlik tries to advance position but instead Riku slips a leg back in to half guard.
Pawlik looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Riku defends it well.
Riku gets full guard.
Pawlik slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Pawlik passes Riku's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Pawlik is trying to work for a kimura but Riku is defending well.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Riku trying to control from the bottom. #T3#
Riku is refusing to be controlled, as Pawlik sits in half guard.
Well, if Pawlik 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.
Pawlik wants to take a breather but Riku is having none of it. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Riku doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pawlik.
Riku trying to control but Pawlik postures up.
Pawlik tries to pass to full mount but Riku defends it. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Riku is not content to let Pawlik control the position.
Riku is looking for a sweep. Pawlik is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Riku is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Pawlik is pressing down on Riku's thigh, looking to free his foot. Riku is holding on for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pawlik seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Riku does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Pawlik with a poor takedown
and Riku counters with a body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik 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#
Riku fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Riku scores with a nice right hand.
A chopping leg kick lands by Riku.
Pawlik scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Pawlik looks to land a right hand but Riku moved out of range.
Riku lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Pawlik darts in looking for a takedown but Riku gets double underhooks and turns Pawlik into the cage.
Dick Pawlik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A solid leg kick lands there for Riku. #TD#
Pawlik fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Riku to the ground. Pawlik is now in Riku's guard.
Dick Pawlik overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pawlik pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Riku is keeping the position for now.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Riku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Riku is on top in guard. #REVB##T1#
Pawlik is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pawlik 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#
Riku is looking for a sweep. Pawlik is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Pawlik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Riku keeps working. #SUB#
Pawlik is working for a kimura but Riku is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura but Riku is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pawlik to get the leverage. #T2#
Riku is trying to stand back up but Pawlik is controlling him
Riku is not content to let Pawlik control the position.#SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Riku defends it well.
Pawlik sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Pawlik is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Riku reverses the position - he's now on top in Pawlik's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Pawlik is on top in guard. #REVR##T3#
Riku looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Pawlik puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #SUB#
Pawlik is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Riku tries to roll over but Pawlik keeps him under control.
Pawlik keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Riku wants to control but Pawlik is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Pawlik passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Riku!
Riku wants to control but Pawlik is having none of it.#T4#
Pawlik trying to control but Riku is having none of it.
Riku is desperately trying to improve his position but Pawlik has a good base and remains in mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pawlik can't control as he wanted to and Riku manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Pawlik moves into full mount! Riku won't be happy about that!
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 Dick Pawlik will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Riku fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Pawlik.
Pawlik dives in and grabs Riku's left leg, looking for a takedown. Riku pushes down on Pawlik's head and hops out.
Pawlik throws a lazy right hand but Riku sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Riku showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Pawlik.
Pawlik throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Pawlik takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pawlik looks for a takedown but Riku sprawls well.
Pawlik misses the body punch
and Riku counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik misses with the combination.
Pawlik scores with a jab. Riku acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Riku slips under a jab from Pawlik.
Pawlik looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Riku misses with a hook.
Riku fails to land with a series of punches. #TD#
Pawlik shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Riku tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Pawlik manages to move to mount!
Pawlik looking to control but Riku is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Riku tries to hold on but Pawlik pushes him away. #T2#
Pawlik wants to control but Riku has made it back to half guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Pawlik 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.
Riku pushes Pawlik off looking to stand but Pawlik dives back in and keeps control.
Riku is refusing to be controlled, as Pawlik sits in half guard. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura but Riku is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pawlik to get the leverage. #T3#
Pawlik seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Pawlik seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Riku for as long as he can get away with.
Pawlik trying to advance position but Riku counters by regaining guard.
Riku keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Riku seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Pawlik slips nicely into half guard.
Riku tries to get to full guard but Pawlik has control of the leg. #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.
Riku gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Pawlik is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Riku is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Riku has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Dick Pawlik is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Riku won't allow Pawlik to sweep him here.
Lazuran Riku has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Lazuran Riku.
I think Pawlik 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:29
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: SMASH: Colucci vs Oeste (NC)
Date: Jul 18, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ortega misses with a hook. Pawlik ducked under it nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ortega. Pawlik does a little dance to reset his feet.
A nice leg kick lands there from Ortega.
Ortega looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ortega. Pawlik does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pawlik swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ortega.
Ortega lands a nice looking body shot.
Ortega scores with a leg kick.
Ortega avoids the body shot from Pawlik.
Pawlik misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ortega.
Pawlik takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Pawlik works Ortega's body with a nice hook.
Pawlik tests Ortega's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ortega throws an overhand right that lands on Pawlik's shoulder, as Pawlik tries to avoid the shot.
Pawlik drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Ortega defends it well.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pawlik. Ortega does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dick Pawlik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Good standup being displayed there by Pawlik as he connects with a hook.#TD2#
Pawlik looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Pawlik sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ortega's guard. #T1#
Pawlik performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ortega doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pawlik. #SUB2#
Pawlik is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ortega has managed to free his arm - good work.
Ortega desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Pawlik is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Ortega keeping full guard, as Pawlik tries to pass.
Ortega trying to control the position.
Pawlik looking to pass the guard.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Ortega keeps moving.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Pawlik sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ortega's guard.
Ortega is trying to stand back up but Pawlik is controlling him
Still in half guard, Pawlik seems content to control.#SUB2#
Pawlik is trying to work for a kimura but Ortega is defending well.
Pawlik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ortega keeps working.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but Ortega defending well. #SUB2#
Pawlik is working for a submission of some sort.
Ortega wants to improve his position but Pawlik is controlling well. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ortega thuds a left hand into Pawlik's body.
Ortega does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Pawlik looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ortega is fending him off so far but Pawlik persists. Nope, Ortega circles away and we're back to standing.
Pawlik lands an overhand right.
Pawlik sizes up Ortega with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Ortega misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pawlik.
The fighters circling - Pawlik throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A little feinted left hand from Ortega on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ortega throws a nice head kick!
Brian Ortega is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ortega will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ortega throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ortega throws a body punch but Pawlik moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Pawlik swings for the body but Ortega moves out of range.
Pawlik connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ortega momentarily.
Ortega walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Pawlik checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Ortega pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Pawlik changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Ortega is looking to wear down Pawlik with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Pawlik cracks Ortega with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Ortega fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pawlik manages to avoid it.
Pawlik looks for a takedown but Ortega sprawls well.
A jab from Ortega misses.
Ortega ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pawlik moves away.
Pawlik throws a combination. Ortega tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Ortega fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Pawlik is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Danga de danga de dang - Ortega scores with a four punch combination!
Ortega throws the kick towards the body but Pawlik avoids it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ortega stuffs the takedown.
Ortega's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Pawlik connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ortega scrambles back to his feet.
Pawlik throws a poor cross that misses
and Ortega counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Pawlik moves out of range as Ortega strikes.#T1#
Pawlik fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ortega manages to avoid it.
Ortega avoids the body shot from Pawlik.
Pawlik scores with a punch to the head.
Ortega throws out a powerful jab.
Pawlik connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Ortega with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ortega swinging wildly here.
Pawlik drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Ortega defends it well.
Ortega swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik misses with a double jab.
Good leg kick by Ortega.
Ortega pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Ortega misses with an uppercut.
Pawlik with a jab.
Ortega connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ortega tries a low kick but Pawlik avoids it.
Pawlik throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Pawlik takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Ortega takes a swing at Pawlik's ribcage but misses.
Pawlik misses with a looping left.
Pawlik throws a looping overhand right but Ortega ducks down to avoid it.
Pawlik tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ortega swivels and escapes.
Brian Ortega has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dick Pawlik.
Pawlik throws a big shot that misses.
Ortega fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Pawlik looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Pawlik throws a body punch but Ortega moves out of range.
Pawlik misses with a looping left.
Ortega dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Pawlik. That did some damage!
Ortega doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Pawlik throws out a loose jab but Ortega uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head kick misses from Ortega.
Pawlik is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Ortega wants to slow Pawlik down by chopping away at his legs.
Pawlik cracks Ortega with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Ortega fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pawlik manages to avoid it.#T3#
The crowd cheers as Pawlik lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ortega doesn't seem phased though.#TD2#
Pawlik closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Ortega to the mat! Ortega manages to get full guard.
Pawlik advances position into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pawlik is looking to take a break and control but Ortega is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ortega regains half guard.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but Ortega defending well.
Ortega is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pawlik tries to pass to full mount but Ortega defends it. #T4##SUB2#
Pawlik seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Ortega is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Dick Pawlik!
Our winner, Dick Pawlik, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: SMASH: Llosa vs OMalley
Date: Jun 27, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pawlik connects with a nice looking jab.
Rbn thuds his right hand into Pawlik's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Nice defenses there by Pawlik.
A swing and a miss from Rbn.
Pawlik ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pawlik keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Pawlik darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Pawlik works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Pawlik ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pawlik keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rbn.
Pawlik throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rbn stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Pawlik paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pawlik uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rbn.#TD#
Pawlik shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Pawlik showed some decent athleticism there.
Rbn tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Pawlik manages to move to mount!
Rbn tries to buck Pawlik off but he can't manage it. #SUB#
Pawlik has control of Rbn's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Rbn regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Rbn wants to try and get back to his feet.#T1#
Pawlik can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rbn is looking to escape.
Rbn is trying to stand up.
Pawlik works his way to his opponent's back.
Rbn wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Pawlik is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #SUB#
Pawlik tightening his grip on Rbn, looking for the choke. #T2##SUB#
Pawlik looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Rbn taps!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dick Pawlik!
Dick Pawlik decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, John Rbn stepped up to the mic, saying 'Since I let you win, are you going to give me some of that Thicc Dick like we agreed to??? NO HOMO!!!'.

Event: SAFO 56 Mendoza v Anderson
Date: Apr 28, 2020

#R1#
Gordo misses with a head kick.
Pawlik scores with a body shot.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Pawlik 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.
Pawlik keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gordo.
Pawlik circles away from the clinch attempt. #TD2#
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Pawlik was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Pawlik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gordo keeps working. #SUB2#
Pawlik is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Gordo is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Pawlik goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Gordo has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Pawlik but great work by Gordo.
Pawlik sneaks back into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The fighters are battling for position here. Pawlik manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T1#
Pawlik lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Pawlik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gordo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gordo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Gordo not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for a triangle but Gordo pushes his legs off easily.
Pawlik working a defensive guard here. #T2#
Pawlik is pulling down on Gordo's head. It's preventing any offense from Gordo, at least for the moment.
Pawlik wants to sweep but no luck.
Pawlik is still trying to improve position.
Gordo has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Gordo content to stall in guard here.
Pawlik working a defensive guard here. #T3##SUB2#
Pawlik looking for a triangle here. Gordo is fighting it but it looks tight! Pawlik pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Gordo is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Dick Pawlik!
Dick Pawlik thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Eddy Gordo spoke after the fight, saying 'Ill come back stronger than ever!'.

Event: SAFO 52 Frost v IsMore
Date: Apr 10, 2020

#R1#
Pawlik checks a leg kick.
Pawlik looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Pawlik misses with a takedown attempt
and Punyawong counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pawlik swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dick Pawlik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Punyawong scores with a punch to the head.
Pawlik fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Punyawong avoids it really well and circles away.
Pawlik lands with a right hand.
Pawlik throws a series of strikes that have Punyawong backpedaling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Punyawong fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Pawlik is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #TD#
Pawlik drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
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!
You can see the frustration on Punyawong's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Pawlik goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Punyawong has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Pawlik but great work by Punyawong.#T1#
Pawlik is trying to get back to half guard.
Pawlik sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Pawlik looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Pawlik is looking to control Punyawong's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Pawlik avoid being mounted?
Pawlik wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Punyawong performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pawlik wants to improve his position but Punyawong is controlling well.
Pawlik gets full guard.#SUB#
Pawlik escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Punyawong gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Punyawong avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Punyawong trying to control the position from guard on top but Pawlik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Pawlik lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Punyawong is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Punyawong manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Punyawong preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Pawlik is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Punyawong is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Pawlik is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Pawlik working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Punyawong doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Punyawong manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T4#
Punyawong not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Pawlik tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Pawlik had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Punyawong defends it easily.#SUB#
Pawlik escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Punyawong gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Punyawong won't allow Pawlik to sweep him here. #SUB#
Pawlik has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Punyawong can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Punyawong avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
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 Dick Pawlik will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Punyawong turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Pawlik misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Punyawong.
Pawlik fails with a takedown attempt.
Pawlik stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Punyawong.
Pawlik misses with a wild body shot.
Punyawong tries a quick counter leg kick but Pawlik is wise to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Punyawong 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.
Pawlik gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Punyawong.
Punyawong moves away from the strike by Pawlik.
Pawlik misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Pawlik tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Punyawong was well out of range. Poor timing from Pawlik.
Left hook, right uppercut from Punyawong.
Pawlik throws a body shot but no joy.
Despite the aggression on Punyawong's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Punyawong throws a front kick aimed at Pawlik's knee but Pawlik avoids it well.
Pawlik chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Punyawong can pounce on him.
Punyawong defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Pawlik.
Punyawong looks to throw the jab but Pawlik is out of range.
Pawlik is looking to wear down Punyawong with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Punyawong stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Punyawong wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pawlik throws a hook but Punyawong avoids it easily.
Punyawong only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Punyawong turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Pawlik scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Pawlik throws a poor cross that misses
and Punyawong counters with an outside leg kick.
Cabasa Punyawong is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pawlik misses with a combination
and Punyawong counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pawlik shoots in but no luck this time. #T2#
Pawlik swings widly with a right hand
and Punyawong counters with a right hand to the body.
Cabasa Punyawong seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Punyawong uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pawlik.
Pawlik changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Pawlik.
Punyawong tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Punyawong can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Pawlik goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Punyawong has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Pawlik but great work by Punyawong.
Pawlik gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Pawlik looking for submissions off his back.
Punyawong is stalling here. Pawlik is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Punyawong seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Pawlik has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T3#
Pawlik is looking to take a break and control but Punyawong is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Pawlik goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Punyawong has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Pawlik but great work by Punyawong.
Dick Pawlik overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Pawlik tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Punyawong presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Pawlik is looking to improve his position but Punyawong isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
Pawlik is working hard here to advance position.
Punyawong trying to control but Pawlik is having none of it.
Punyawong controlling from mount.
Pawlik is looking to get to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cabasa Punyawong 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Punyawong throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Pawlik's head.
The fighters circle momentarily. Punyawong darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Punyawong ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pawlik fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Pawlik throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Punyawong looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Pawlik throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Punyawong counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Punyawong dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Punyawong scores with a jab to the body.
Punyawong throws a right hand that Pawlik ducks under and follows up with a left that Pawlik also avoids with ease.
Pawlik swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Pawlik looks to score with a jab to the body but Punyawong is just out of range.
Nice sprawl there from Punyawong as Pawlik shoots in.
Punyawong throws a series of punches but Pawlik avoids them all with ease.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pawlik takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T1#
Pawlik misses with a takedown
and Punyawong counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A telegraphed right hand from Pawlik misses the target. #TD#
Punyawong gets caught flat footed, as Pawlik shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Punyawong wants to sweep here but Pawlik controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Pawlik postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Punyawong is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Pawlik, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
Pawlik looking for a guillotine here but Punyawong defends easily.
Pawlik looking to hit a scissor sweep but Punyawong is one step ahead there. #T2#
Punyawong trying to control the position from guard on top but Pawlik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Pawlik has his foot on Punyawong's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Punyawong works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Pawlik has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Punyawong can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Punyawong won't allow Pawlik to sweep him here. #SUB#
Pawlik throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Pawlik is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T3#
Punyawong wants to pass the guard but Pawlik is keeping the position.
Pawlik wants to sweep here but Punyawong controlling him for the moment.
Punyawong trying to control the position from guard on top but Pawlik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Pawlik throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Pawlik working for a triangle but Punyawong defends it easily. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Punyawong preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Pawlik has his foot on Punyawong's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Punyawong works his way back into a safe position though.
Punyawong engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Pawlik has his foot on Punyawong's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Punyawong works his way back into a safe position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Pawlik working for a triangle but Punyawong defends it easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cabasa Punyawong comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Punyawong 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 Jeff Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 28:29
Judge Josh West scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cabasa Punyawong!
A relieved looking Cabasa Punyawong 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: SAFO 48 Suckerpunch vs Pankrat
Date: Mar 26, 2020

#R1#
Jackson dodges the punch combination from Pawlik.
Jackson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Pawlik.
Pawlik swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jackson thinks about countering with a head kick.
Pawlik with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jackson stuffs the takedown.
Jackson throwing a counter right hand but Pawlik manages to avoid it.
Dick Pawlik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pawlik throws a body shot but no joy.
Jackson throws a sloppy head kick and Pawlik moves out of range easily.
Pawlik is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jackson.
Jackson throws a head kick but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD2#
Pawlik fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Jackson to the ground. Pawlik is now in Jackson's guard.
Pawlik pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jackson is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Jackson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pawlik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jackson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Jackson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Pawlik forces his way into half guard.
Jackson pushes Pawlik off looking to stand but Pawlik dives back in and keeps control.
Pawlik looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Pawlik has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T2#
Pawlik is looking to work his way around to Jackson's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Pawlik wants to control the pace but Jackson is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Pawlik working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Jackson is looking to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Pawlik goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Jackson is on top in guard.
Pawlik lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Jackson is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Death Valley Training Facility that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Pawlik looking to sit in guard and control but Jackson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T3#
Pawlik looking for a sweep. Not yet Pawlik, not yet.
Pawlik trying to keep a closed guard but Jackson is proving a slippery customer.
Our spies down at at McGrady FT inform us that Pawlik has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for a triangle but Jackson pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for a triangle but Jackson pushes his legs off easily.
Jackson forces his way into half guard.#SU#
Jackson decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Pawlik looks to score with a jab to the body but Jackson is just out of range.
Jackson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jackson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pawlik.
Pawlik takes a swing at Jackson's ribcage but misses.
Pawlik waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jackson.#T4#
Pawlik ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jackson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Pawlik stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Jackson slips under a jab from Pawlik.#TD2#
Pawlik dives in and scores a takedown into Jackson's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pawlik tries to free his leg and advance position but Jackson is retaining full guard.
Pawlik works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Pawlik frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Jackson tries to hold on but Pawlik postures up.
Pawlik mounts Jackson! Really nice guard pass there! #SUB2#
Pawlik looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Pawlik jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pawlik throws a series of punches but Jackson moves out of range.
Pawlik throws a looping overhand right but Jackson ducks down to avoid it.
Pawlik scores with the left hand. Jackson knows he should have avoided that one.
Jackson dodges the punch combination from Pawlik.
Jackson tries to counter by clinching up but Pawlik breaks away and moves out of range.
Pawlik gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL#
and Jackson counters by clinching up. #BC#
Jackson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Pawlik throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pawlik fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jackson on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pawlik.
It looked like Jackson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Pawlik tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jackson was well out of range. Poor timing from Pawlik.
Jackson throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Pawlik's head.
Jackson throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Pawlik.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jackson throws a right and a left that Pawlik avoids nicely.
Pawlik has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1##TD2#
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Jackson wants to stand up but Pawlik is controlling him.
Pawlik trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson wants to sweep here but Pawlik controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pawlik slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Pawlik is trying to work for a kimura but Jackson is defending well.
Pawlik trying to mount his opponent but Jackson defends it.
Pawlik passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Jackson! #T2#
Pawlik looking to control but Jackson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Pawlik is working for a guillotine from mount but Jackson frees his head quite easily. #SUB2#
Pawlik swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Jackson is now in Pawlik's guard. A big mistake from Pawlik there, giving up the dominant position!
Jackson wants to get up but he can't break Pawlik's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Pawlik 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.#SUB2#
Pawlik working for a triangle but Jackson defends it easily.
Jackson with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3##SUB2#
Pawlik looking for a triangle here. Jackson is fighting it but it looks tight! Pawlik pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Jackson is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Dick Pawlik!
During a confident post fight interview, Dick Pawlik thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SAFO 44 Turban v Bridges
Date: Mar 07, 2020

#R1#
Pawlik cracks Dvalishvili with a right hand to the side of the head.
Pawlik ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dvalishvili moves away.
As Pawlik backs off Dvalishvili throws a huge counter combo but Pawlik manages to avoid it all.
Pawlik takes a swing at Dvalishvili's ribcage but misses.
Dvalishvili misses with a head kick.
Pawlik changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dvalishvili slips under a jab.
Dvalishvili wants to counter the offense by Pawlik and move into the clinch position.
Pawlik fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Dvalishvili keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD#
Pawlik closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Dvalishvili holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Dvalishvili gets full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pawlik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dvalishvili swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Pawlik drops back looking for a leg! Dvalishvili is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Dvalishvili manages to kick Pawlik off! Pawlik jumps back into Dvalishvili's guard.
Pawlik passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T1#
Dvalishvili is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB#
Pawlik tries for a kimura but Dvalishvili is defending well. #SUB#
Pawlik thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Pawlik is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dvalishvili knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Dvalishvili 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.
Dvalishvili is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Pawlik off and has taken his back!#T2#
Dvalishvili is trying to stick to Pawlik's back but Pawlik is turning into Dvalishvili. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Dvalishvili's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Pawlik.
Pawlik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dvalishvili swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pawlik is working hard here to advance position.
Pawlik slips nicely into half guard.
Pawlik is thwarting Dvalishvili's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Pawlik is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dvalishvili sees it coming and defends easily.
Dvalishvili trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Pawlik is working for a kimura but Dvalishvili is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Pawlik is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T3#
Pawlik trying to control the action but Dvalishvili is working from the bottom.
Pawlik works his way into side control. #SUB#
Pawlik goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Dvalishvili rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Pawlik's guard! Nice work there by Dvalishvili!
Dvalishvili not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Pawlik is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Pawlik wants to sweep here but Dvalishvili controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Dvalishvili stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pawlik swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dvalishvili trying to control the position from guard on top but Pawlik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dvalishvili's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Pawlik controlling Dvalishvili's posture. #SUB#
Dvalishvili got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pawlik has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dvalishvili has managed to get both his arms back between Pawlik's legs - danger averted.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Pawlik is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Dvalishvili is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dick Pawlik dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Pawlik throws a shot to the body.
Pawlik lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Pawlik takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Pawlik is looking to wear down Dvalishvili with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
A telegraphed right hand from Dvalishvili misses the target.
Dvalishvili throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pawlik sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pawlik looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dvalishvili is fending him off so far but Pawlik persists. Nope, Dvalishvili circles away and we're back to standing.
Dvalishvili cracks Pawlik with an open hand slap.
Pawlik fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Pawlik throws out a loose jab but Dvalishvili uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik shoots in but Dvalishvili avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Dvalishvili wants to counter the offense by Pawlik and move into the clinch position.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pawlik misses with a straight right.
Pawlik swings for the body but Dvalishvili moves out of range. #TD#
Pawlik shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Pawlik was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#T1#
Pawlik trying to control the action but Dvalishvili is working from the bottom.
Dvalishvili pushes Pawlik away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Pawlik gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB#
Pawlik tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
You can see the frustration on Dvalishvili's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Pawlik working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Pawlik thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #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.
Dvalishvili is looking for a sweep.
Dvalishvili can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Pawlik working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Pawlik working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Dvalishvili manages to work his way to half guard, despite Pawlik's best efforts.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dvalishvili wants to improve his position but Pawlik is controlling well. #T3#
Dvalishvili is looking to escape.#SUB#
Pawlik is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dvalishvili is just riding it out for now. Pawlik eventually gives up the hold.
Pawlik moves into full mount! Dvalishvili won't be happy about that!
Pawlik moves to back control. #SUB#
Dvalishvili showing good submission defense here. #SUB#
Pawlik tightening his grip on Dvalishvili, looking for the choke.
Dvalishvili turns into Pawlik and is now in his guard. #T4#
Dvalishvili looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Pawlik looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Pawlik being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Pawlik looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dvalishvili wants to stand but Pawlik is controlling his posture from full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dvalishvili passes easily into side control. Nice work.
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 Dick Pawlik will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Pawlik throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dvalishvili keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pawlik misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dvalishvili connects with a nice looking jab.
Pawlik shoots and misses
and Dvalishvili counters with a nice body shot.
A shot to the body from Pawlik misses
and Dvalishvili counters with a nice body kick.
Pawlik throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Pawlik shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Dvalishvili counters with a nice body shot.
Dick Pawlik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dvalishvili scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jab, jab by Dvalishvili - just one landing.
Dvalishvili lands a head kick!
Koba Dvalishvili seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dvalishvili throws a head kick but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik feinted with a counter takedown.
A decent looking cross lands there for Dvalishvili.#T1#
Dvalishvili ducks under a wild hook from Pawlik.
A lazy left from Pawlik finds it's target.
Dvalishvili has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Pawlik misses with a straight right.
Dvalishvili throws a head kick but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik digs a good body shot into Dvalishvili's ribs.#CL2#
Dvalishvili rushes Pawlik and presses him up against the cage.
Dvalishvili lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Pawlik misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Pawlik is trying to force a seperation but Dvalishvili has the dominant position.
Dvalishvili working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Dvalishvili working aggressively here.
Dvalishvili leaning his opponent against the cage.
Pawlik is trying to break the clinch but Dvalishvili has him pressed against the cage.
Dvalishvili lands with a right to the head. #T2#
Dvalishvili lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Dvalishvili as Pawlik tries to tie him up.
Dvalishvili cracks Pawlik with a nice body shot.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Dvalishvili lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dvalishvili lands a body shot in the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Dvalishvili softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Nice body punch from Dvalishvili - that landed with a thud.
Dvalishvili lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dvalishvili lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Pawlik tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Pawlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Dvalishvili escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Pawlik jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Koba Dvalishvili is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dvalishvili connects with a high kick.
Dvalishvili throws a body punch but Pawlik moves out of range. #T3#
Pawlik throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dvalishvili.
Dvalishvili scores with a push kick.
Dvalishvili looks to land a body kick but Pawlik moved away.
Dvalishvili lands with a cross.
Pawlik swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL2#
Dvalishvili moves into range and clinches up with Pawlik.
Dvalishvili lands a shot to the body.
Dvalishvili lands a right hand that snaps the head of Pawlik backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Dvalishvili fails to land.
Dvalishvili has Pawlik pressed against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dvalishvili.
Pawlik blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dvalishvili lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dvalishvili lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Pawlik backwards. #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!
Dvalishvili lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Pawlik backwards.
Dvalishvili misses with a punch on the inside.
Dvalishvili scores with a nice hook to the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Pawlik wants to break free but Dvalishvili has control.
Dvalishvili tries to work over Pawlik's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Pawlik changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Dvalishvili fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Pawlik misses with a few strikes there. #CL2#
Pawlik tries to keep at a distance but Dvalishvili has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dick Pawlik is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dvalishvili softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Dvalishvili lands a shoulder strike.
A nice left hand lands by Dvalishvili.
Dvalishvili lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Pawlik or not.
Koba Dvalishvili has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dvalishvili doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Koba Dvalishvili comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Pawlik 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 29:29
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: CACC 32
Date: Dec 21, 2019

Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Fallschirm Jäger (ranked 2059 p4p, 228 weight class) and Dick Pawlik (ranked 7197 p4p, 538 weight class). Jäger comes to the ring accompanied by For Heavy Metal we will die!. Fallschirm Jäger is staring across the ring at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.

169 cm
32 yrs
156 lbs

172 cm
21 yrs
166 lbs

Jäger

Pawlik

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 4 losses; Fallschirm Jäger! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Dick Pawlik!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Pawlik fails with a takedown attempt.
Jäger changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Pawlik fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Dick Pawlik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.

Jäger forces Pawlik back against the ropes and clinches.

Jäger has picked Pawlik up - he's going for a ride! Jäger dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jäger (2) vs (0) Pawlik
Jäger prevents Pawlik from improving his position.
Jäger uses his free foot to push down on Pawlik's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Pawlik.
Score +3 for passing guard: Jäger (5) vs (0) Pawlik
Pawlik is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Pawlik tries to improve his position but Jäger has taken his back! Jäger has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Pawlik tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Jäger pushes Pawlik away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Fallschirm Jäger!
Fallschirm Jäger bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: CACC 25
Date: Nov 30, 2019

Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Kyle Seehaver (ranked 2077 p4p, 238 weight class) and Dick Pawlik (ranked 7236 p4p, 534 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

183 cm
33 yrs
155 lbs

172 cm
21 yrs
166 lbs

Seehaver

Pawlik

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Kyle Seehaver! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Dick Pawlik!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Pawlik stuffs the takedown attempt from Seehaver. Seehaver gets slowly back to his feet.
Seehaver shoots in but Pawlik avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Pawlik drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Seehaver defends it well.

Pawlik scores with a takedown into Seehaver's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Seehaver (0) vs (2) Pawlik
Pawlik advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Seehaver (0) vs (5) Pawlik
Seehaver gets back to half guard.

Pawlik is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.

Pawlik is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Seehaver defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlik prevents Seehaver from improving his position.
Pawlik is keen to just control but Seehaver is a slippery customer.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Seehaver is looking to improve his position.
Seehaver makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Seehaver.
Seehaver wants to sweep here but Pawlik controlling him for the moment.
Pawlik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Seehaver swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Seehaver keeps moving.
Seehaver lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Seehaver (2) vs (5) Pawlik
Pawlik tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Seehaver trying to control the position from guard on top but Pawlik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Seehaver got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pawlik has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Seehaver has managed to get both his arms back between Pawlik's legs - danger averted.
Pawlik keeping moving, preventing Seehaver from controlling successfully.

Seehaver avoids a guillotine attempt easily.

Seehaver drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Pawlik dives on top into guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Seehaver (2) vs (7) Pawlik
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pawlik passes Seehaver's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Seehaver works his way to full guard. Good work.
Pawlik forces his way into half guard.
Seehaver works his way to full guard. Good work.
Seehaver looking to sweep here. No luck so far.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Seehaver lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Seehaver (4) vs (7) Pawlik
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.

Pawlik has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Seehaver can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.

Pawlik working for a triangle but Seehaver defends it easily.
Seehaver wants to control from the top but Pawlik keeps moving.

Seehaver drops back looking for a leg! Pawlik is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Pawlik manages to kick Seehaver off! Seehaver jumps back into Pawlik's guard.

Pawlik throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Seehaver stopping the sweep attempt from Pawlik.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Seehaver is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Pawlik is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Pawlik has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Seehaver (4) vs (9) Pawlik
Pawlik pushing down on Seehaver's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Pawlik prevents Seehaver from improving his position.

Pawlik is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.

Pawlik is looking for a kimura here.
Pawlik is pressing down on Seehaver's thigh, looking to free his foot. Seehaver is holding on for now.

Pawlik is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Seehaver defends it well.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Seehaver controlling the position well.
Pawlik is thwarting Seehaver's attempts to control the position.
Seehaver is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Pawlik's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Pawlik's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Seehaver (8) vs (9) Pawlik
Pawlik is defending well here and trying to improve his position.

Seehaver has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Pawlik tries to roll but Seehaver sticks to his back.
Pawlik manages to reverse the position and now he's in Seehaver's guard. Nice work there by Pawlik.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Seehaver (8) vs (11) Pawlik
Pawlik pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Seehaver is keeping the position for now.
Seehaver looking to sweep here. No luck so far.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Pawlik pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Seehaver is keeping the position for now.
Seehaver keeping moving, preventing Pawlik from controlling successfully.
Pawlik passes Seehaver's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Seehaver tries to roll over but Pawlik keeps him under control.
Seehaver gets back to full guard.
Pawlik won't allow Seehaver to sweep him here.
Seehaver lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Seehaver (10) vs (11) Pawlik
Pawlik looking for a sweep. Not yet Pawlik, not yet.

Seehaver got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pawlik has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Seehaver has managed to get both his arms back between Pawlik's legs - danger averted.
Seehaver trying to control but Pawlik is working from the bottom.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Pawlik looking to hit a scissor sweep but Seehaver is one step ahead there.
Pawlik keeping moving, preventing Seehaver from controlling successfully.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.

Pawlik looking for a guillotine here but Seehaver defends easily.

Seehaver thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Seehaver wants to control from the top but Pawlik keeps moving.
Seehaver sitting in guard, not really doing much.

Pawlik has his foot on Seehaver's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Seehaver works his way back into a safe position though.

Pawlik looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.

Seehaver is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Pawlik has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Seehaver is looking to defend but Pawlik has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Seehaver! Pawlik pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Seehaver taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Dick Pawlik!
During a confident post fight interview, Dick Pawlik thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: CACC 18
Date: Nov 16, 2019

Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Arturo Caldeira (ranked 3925 p4p, 406 weight class) and Dick Pawlik (ranked 6834 p4p, 517 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

176 cm
21 yrs
162 lbs

172 cm
20 yrs
166 lbs

Caldeira

Pawlik

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Arturo Caldeira! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; Dick Pawlik!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Pawlik drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Caldeira (0) vs (4) Pawlik
Caldeira is trying to improve his position.

Pawlik tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Pawlik has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
You can see the frustration on Caldeira's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Pawlik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Caldeira keeps working.

Pawlik is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Caldeira is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.

Pawlik working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Caldeira tries to get back to half guard but can't.

Pawlik working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Pawlik thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Caldeira tries to bench press Pawlik off him but Pawlik keeps the position.
Caldeira's coaches at Hilo Hit Squad have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Pawlik wants to control but Caldeira is keeping him busy.
Pawlik working away.

Pawlik is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Caldeira has escaped the position, nice work there.
You can see the frustration on Caldeira's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Caldeira is trying to improve his position.
Caldeira wants to control but Pawlik postures up.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Caldeira tries to buck Pawlik off but Pawlik is having none of it.

Pawlik working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Pawlik working away.
Caldeira is looking for a sweep.
Caldeira can't do much from the bottom here.
Caldeira manages to work his way to half guard, despite Pawlik's best efforts.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Caldeira is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Caldeira preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Caldeira tries to roll over but Pawlik keeps him under control.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pawlik is looking to advance position but Caldeira won't allow it.
Pawlik prevents Caldeira from improving his position.
Pawlik tries to pass the half guard into mount. Caldeira knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.

Caldeira is defending against the submission attempts here by Pawlik.

Pawlik 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.
Caldeira is trying to get back to full guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pawlik moves into full mount! Caldeira won't be happy about that!
Score +3 for passing guard: Caldeira (0) vs (7) Pawlik
Caldeira manages to regain half guard. Good work.

Pawlik seems to be working for a kimura but Caldeira defends the submission attempt.
Caldeira won't allow Pawlik to pass to mount.

Pawlik has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Caldeira defend it? Pawlik steps over the head and cranks it - Caldeira is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Pawlik!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Dick Pawlik!
Dick Pawlik made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Look at that shit, I won a match! Now let's see if I can manage to win another one... Hah, like that's gonna happen.'.

Event: CACC 11
Date: Oct 26, 2019

Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Jesus St Pierre (ranked 2852 p4p, 311 weight class) and Dick Pawlik (ranked 6632 p4p, 514 weight class). Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!

176 cm
41 yrs
160 lbs

172 cm
20 yrs
166 lbs

St Pierre

Pawlik

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Jesus St Pierre! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Dick Pawlik!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?

St Pierre gets a takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: St Pierre (2) vs (0) Pawlik
Pawlik wants to get back to full guard.
Pawlik moves into full guard.
St Pierre's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Pawlik tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Pawlik not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
St Pierre engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
St Pierre passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Pawlik looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Pawlik is not content to let St Pierre control the position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Pawlik wants to improve his position but St Pierre is controlling well.

Pawlik looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
St Pierre keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
St Pierre is keen to just control but Pawlik is a slippery customer.
St Pierre wants to pass to mount but Pawlik is defending the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Pawlik wants to get back to full guard.
St Pierre passes to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: St Pierre (5) vs (0) Pawlik
Pawlik is trying to control St Pierre's posture but St Pierre avoids it.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre wants to control but Pawlik is keeping him busy.
Pawlik tries to bench press St Pierre off him but St Pierre keeps the position.
Pawlik is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked St Pierre off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: St Pierre (5) vs (4) Pawlik
Pawlik doesn't have the hooks in and St Pierre manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: St Pierre (7) vs (4) Pawlik
St Pierre works a leg free and moves into half guard.
St Pierre prevents Pawlik from improving his position.
Pawlik keeps trying to improve his position.
Pawlik is refusing to be controlled, as St Pierre sits in half guard.
Pawlik is looking to improve his position.
St Pierre trying to mount his opponent but Pawlik defends it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Pawlik does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.

St Pierre is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Pawlik is just riding it out for now. St Pierre eventually gives up the hold.

Pawlik is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but St Pierre pulls his head out easily.
St Pierre is looking to take a break and control but Pawlik is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
St Pierre trying to pass the guard but Pawlik defending well.
Pawlik is not content to let St Pierre control the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pawlik tries to get to full guard but St Pierre has control of the leg.
The fighters are battling for position here. Pawlik manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
St Pierre wants to control from the top but Pawlik keeps moving.
Pawlik can't keep his opponent in guard - St Pierre advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Pawlik gets full guard.
Pawlik 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.
St Pierre pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pawlik is keeping the position for now.
St Pierre wants to control from the top but Pawlik keeps moving.

That's five minutes gone in the round.

St Pierre thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.

Pawlik looking for a guillotine here but St Pierre defends easily.
St Pierre trying to control the position from guard on top but Pawlik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Pawlik has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but St Pierre can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
St Pierre works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Pawlik is pressing down on St Pierre's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
St Pierre trying to control but Pawlik is working from the bottom.

That's six minutes gone in the round.

Pawlik looking for a guillotine here but St Pierre defends easily.
St Pierre looking to pass the guard.
Pawlik keeping moving, preventing St Pierre from controlling successfully.
St Pierre is really struggling to control Pawlik but he's trying to hold on to the position.

Pawlik looking for submissions from the bottom but instead St Pierre passes into half guard.
St Pierre is pressing down on Pawlik's thigh, looking to free his foot. Pawlik is holding on for now.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Pawlik gets back to full guard.
St Pierre pushes down on Pawlik's leg and manages to get into half guard.
St Pierre frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: St Pierre (10) vs (4) Pawlik
Pawlik keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.

St Pierre looking to secure an arm triangle but Pawlik defends it well.
Pawlik is working to get back to half guard.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Pawlik is in all sorts of trouble here.
Pawlik is trying to escape the mount but St Pierre keeps good control and instead manages to take Pawlik's back.
Score +3 for taking back: St Pierre (13) vs (4) Pawlik

St Pierre working for the choke.

Pawlik preventing the rear naked choke attempt from St Pierre.
St Pierre is hanging on to Pawlik's back as he tries to escape.

St Pierre has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
St Pierre has the hooks in. Pawlik is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Pawlik is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
St Pierre seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Will St Pierre go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Pawlik is really stuck here.

St Pierre looking for the choke from the back.

St Pierre is persistently looking for the submission but Pawlik is defending it well.
Pawlik is in bad spot here.
Pawlik is keeping busy.

St Pierre working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Pawlik is doing well to defend. St Pierre seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Pawlik is forced to tap and this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jesus St Pierre!
Our winner, Jesus St Pierre, 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: TWGC 26 (155lbs, D1): Sydney Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 17, 2019

Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dick Pawlik (ranked 6494 p4p, 538 weight class) and Remi Daucourt (ranked 2278 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

172 cm
20 yrs
166 lbs

168 cm
26 yrs
148 lbs

Pawlik

Daucourt

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Dick Pawlik! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Remi Daucourt!
The judges for this bout are Ron Honeybunn, Hugh Johnson and Eliza Hachem.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Daucourt fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Pawlik shoots for a double leg takedown but Daucourt sprawls well. He's pushed Pawlik's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Pawlik fails with a takedown attempt.

Daucourt closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Pawlik did well to prevent Daucourt getting side control.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pawlik (0) vs (2) Daucourt
Pawlik makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Pawlik.
Daucourt trying to control the position from guard on top but Pawlik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Daucourt avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Daucourt looking to control the position here, rather than advance.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Pawlik looking for subs off his back but Daucourt has passed one foot through into half guard.

Pawlik looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Pawlik manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Pawlik keeping moving, preventing Daucourt from controlling successfully.
Daucourt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pawlik swivels though and keeps the full guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Pawlik had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Daucourt defends it easily.
Daucourt preventing the sweep.
Pawlik is working hard here to advance position.

Pawlik looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Daucourt passes into half guard.
Daucourt is keen to just control but Pawlik is a slippery customer.
Pawlik tries to get to full guard but Daucourt has control of the leg.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Daucourt is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Pawlik!
Score +3 for passing guard: Pawlik (0) vs (5) Daucourt
Daucourt takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Pawlik tries to reverse the position but Daucourt maintains control.
Pawlik is controlling an arm, preventing Daucourt from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Pawlik looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Pawlik (0) vs (8) Daucourt
Pawlik rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Daucourt wants to pass the guard but Pawlik is defending well.
Daucourt moves into full mount! Pawlik won't be happy about that!
Score +3 for passing guard: Pawlik (0) vs (11) Daucourt

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pawlik is trying desperately to improve position.
Daucourt is looking to work his way around to Pawlik's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Daucourt tries to control but Pawlik wriggling away.
Pawlik is looking to improve his position but Daucourt isn't that keen on the idea.
Daucourt with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Pawlik keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Daucourt looking to control but Pawlik is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Pawlik tries to reverse the position but Daucourt maintains control.
Daucourt tries to control but Pawlik wriggling away.

Daucourt wants to finish this one by submission but Pawlik is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Daucourt.

Daucourt working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Pawlik regains half guard.
Daucourt trying to control from half guard but Pawlik is working away.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Daucourt prevents Pawlik from improving his position.
Daucourt wants to free his trapped foot but Pawlik is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Pawlik manages to get to full guard.
Daucourt trying to control the position from guard on top but Pawlik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Daucourt avoids a guillotine attempt easily.

Pawlik working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Daucourt has passed into half guard!

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Pawlik is pressing down on Daucourt's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Pawlik keeping moving, preventing Daucourt from controlling successfully.
Daucourt stopping the sweep attempt from Pawlik.

Pawlik isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Daucourt stacks Pawlik on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Daucourt!
Score +3 for passing guard: Pawlik (0) vs (14) Daucourt

Daucourt working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Pawlik is looking for a sweep.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Pawlik manages to work his way to half guard, despite Daucourt's best efforts.
Daucourt passes to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Pawlik (0) vs (17) Daucourt
Pawlik tries to improve position but can't.
Pawlik is not content to let Daucourt control the position.
Pawlik manages to get back to half guard.
Pawlik is looking for a sweep. Daucourt is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pawlik is not content to let Daucourt control the position.
Daucourt tries to pass to full mount but Pawlik defends it.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Daucourt wants to take a breather but Pawlik is having none of it.
Pawlik manages to get to full guard.

Daucourt got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pawlik has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Daucourt has managed to get both his arms back between Pawlik's legs - danger averted.
Daucourt forces his way into half guard.
Pawlik gets back to full guard.

Pawlik has his foot on Daucourt's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Daucourt works his way back into a safe position though.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Daucourt is stalling in the full guard.
Daucourt trying to control but Pawlik is working from the bottom.
Daucourt won't allow Pawlik to sweep him here.
Daucourt works a leg free and moves into half guard.

Pawlik looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Pawlik is looking for a sweep. Daucourt is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Daucourt looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Pawlik wants to improve his position but Daucourt is controlling well.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Pawlik is not content to let Daucourt control the position.
Pawlik wants to improve his position but Daucourt is controlling well.
Pawlik gets back to full guard.
Pawlik looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Daucourt puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.

Pawlik looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Pawlik slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Daucourt trying to control but Pawlik is working from the bottom.
Daucourt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pawlik swivels though and keeps the full guard.

Pawlik looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Pawlik looking to control but Daucourt passes into half guard.
Daucourt seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.

Pawlik looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Pawlik wants to get back to full guard but Daucourt has mounted him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Pawlik (0) vs (20) Daucourt
Pawlik is trying desperately to improve position.
Daucourt takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Pawlik is looking to improve his position but Daucourt isn't that keen on the idea.
Daucourt wants to take his opponent's back but Pawlik doesn't allow it.
Pawlik is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Pawlik can't escape the position.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Daucourt wants to take his opponent's back but Pawlik doesn't allow it.
Pawlik regains half guard.
Pawlik is trying to control but Daucourt passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Pawlik (0) vs (23) Daucourt
Pawlik trying his best to control but Daucourt has mounted him.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Pawlik (0) vs (25) Daucourt
Daucourt wants to control the pace but Pawlik is squirming around nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pawlik has given up his back here. Will Daucourt look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Pawlik (0) vs (28) Daucourt

And that's the end of the fight!
Daucourt wins on points by 28 to 0.
Remi Daucourt made sure to mention his sponsor, Sportivité in his post fight interview.

Event: NSC ADCC TRIALS 1
Date: Aug 16, 2019

Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dick Pawlik (ranked 6130 p4p, 493 weight class) and Enzo Salvatore (ranked 1077 p4p, 133 weight class). Salvatore has chosen Reich mir die Hand as his entrance music. This should be fireworks!

172 cm
19 yrs
166 lbs

172 cm
27 yrs
160 lbs

Pawlik

Salvatore

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Dick Pawlik! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 8 losses; Enzo Salvatore!
The judges for this bout are Roosa Järviläinen, Arvi Lind and Anni Minnemäki.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?

Pawlik clinches with his opponent.
Salvatore is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Salvatore prevents a takedown attempt there.

Salvatore lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pawlik (0) vs (2) Salvatore
Pawlik looking to control.
Salvatore controlling from the top position.

Pawlik is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Salvatore defends well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Salvatore engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.

Pawlik is looking for a triangle but Salvatore pushes his legs off easily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Salvatore pushing down on Pawlik's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Pawlik is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Salvatore jumps into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Pawlik (0) vs (5) Salvatore

Salvatore working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Pawlik tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Salvatore wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Pawlik is working hard here to advance position.
Salvatore wants to control but Pawlik is keeping him busy.

Salvatore thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pawlik is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.

Salvatore in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Pawlik is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Enzo Salvatore!
Enzo Salvatore made sure to mention his sponsor, RESISTANCE in his post fight interview.

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