Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: WPFC 39 - Bergeron vs. Cabasa
Date: Dec 14, 2019

#R1#
Fiske pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fiske throws a series of punches but Scars avoids them all with ease.
Scars shoots in looking for a takedown but Fiske manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Scars's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Scars changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Fiske tries to avoid it but Scars manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Fiske to the ground. Fiske escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Nice uppercut there from Fiske.
Scars tries for a takedown but Fiske sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Monty Fiske has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marlin Scars.
Scars shoots in for a takedown but Fiske shows good takedown defense.
Scars has a takedown stuffed.
Fiske ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scars blocks a head kick by Fiske.
Scars gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL#
and Fiske counters by clinching up. #T1#
Scars trying to stall but Fiske improves his position.
Fiske leaning his opponent against the cage.#BC#
Fiske breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Fiske closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Fiske manages to pull guard. #SUB#
Fiske had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Scars defends it easily.#SUB#
Fiske is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Scars is aware though and is defending well.
Fiske seems keen to control Scars's posture.
Scars stands up over Fiske, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Scars prevents Fiske from getting back to his feet.
Scars wants to control from the top but Fiske keeps moving.
Fiske 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.
Scars wants to control from the top but Fiske keeps moving. #T2#
Scars might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Fiske haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Fiske has his hands on Scars's head, controlling the position.
Fiske keeping moving, preventing Scars from controlling successfully.
Scars looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Fiske looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Scars thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Scars wants to control from the top but Fiske keeps moving.
Fiske looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Fiske holds on and takes a little breather.
Fiske looking to hit a scissor sweep but Scars is one step ahead there. #T3#
Fiske is controlling Scars's posture.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Scars fails with a takedown attempt.
Scars fails with the takedown.
Scars shoots in looking for a takedown but Fiske manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Scars's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL#
Fiske moves into the clinch.
Fiske changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Scars fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Scars is trying hard to land a takedown here. Fiske sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL#
Fiske closes the distance and pushes Scars back into the cage.#TD#
Fiske jumps guard. #SUB2#
Scars drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Scars jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Fiske has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Scars can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
Fiske looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Scars scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Scars lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Fiske seems keen to control Scars's posture.
Scars preventing the sweep.
Scars wants to control from the top but Fiske keeps moving.
Fiske has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Fiske wants to sweep but no luck.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fiske pulls Scars in close to prevent any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Monty Fiske dominated that round.
That's time! Fiske's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Scars wants to clinch.
Fiske looks to score with a jab to the body but Scars is just out of range.
Monty Fiske is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Fiske stuffs the takedown attempt from Scars. Scars gets slowly back to his feet.
Scars closes this distance looking for a takedown but Fiske circles away.
No joy there for Scars, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #CL#
Fiske closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fiske goes for a takedown attempt but Scars pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Scars changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Fiske tries to avoid it but Scars manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Fiske to the ground. Fiske escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Monty Fiske has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marlin Scars.#CL#
Fiske drives through and clinches with Scars against the cage.
Scars changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Fiske fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Scars shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Fiske as he avoids it easily.
Fiske swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T1##TD2#
Scars fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Fiske to the ground. Scars is now in Fiske's guard.
Fiske pulls Scars in to control the position.
Fiske has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Fiske looking for a sweep. Not yet Fiske, not yet.
Scars trying to control but Fiske is working from the bottom.
Scars won't allow Fiske to sweep him here.
Scars throwing strikes from guard but Fiske blocks nicely.
Scars won't allow Fiske to sweep him here.
Fiske keeping moving, preventing Scars from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Scars drops back looking for a leg! Fiske is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Fiske manages to kick Scars off! Scars jumps back into Fiske's guard.
Scars trying to control but Fiske is working from the bottom.
Fiske on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Fiske tries to get out of the position.#T2#
Fiske lands a decent punch to the body there.
We've been hearing good reports from Fiske'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.
Fiske pulls Scars in close to prevent any damage.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Fiske throws a big shot that misses.
Monty Fiske is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
Fiske clinches up against the cage.
Fiske scores with a hook to the body.
Fiske prevents a takedown attempt there. #BC#
Fiske breaks the clinch. #TD#
Scars gets caught napping as Fiske dives in and scores a takedown. Scars manages to retain guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scars being controlled here, momentarily.
Scars is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2#
Scars working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Fiske doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Fiske manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Fiske stays in close to Scars's body and controls the position.
Fiske wants to pass the guard but Scars is keeping the position.
Fiske lands a couple of digs.
Fiske is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Scars working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Fiske.
Fiske with a flurry of punches that miss.
Scars trying to keep a closed guard but Fiske is proving a slippery customer. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Fiske engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Fiske is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Scars can do to turn this around?
Scars has control of Fiske's left arm, preventing Fiske from doing any damage.
Fiske is looking to work some ground and pound but Scars has wrist control.
Fiske 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 referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Scars has his hands on Fiske's head, controlling the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Fiske has taken the fight to the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
Scars jumps guard and drags Fiske to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Fiske is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Monty Fiske dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Scars throws a nice looking combination but Fiske bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL#
Fiske pushes Scars up against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Fiske's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Scars.
Scars shoots for a double leg takedown but Fiske sprawls well. He's pushed Scars's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Scars fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Monty Fiske has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marlin Scars.
Horrible takedown attempt by Scars or perhaps it was just good defense by Fiske, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Scars or perhaps it was just good defense by Fiske, which made it look bad. #CL#
Fiske darts in and clinches Scars up against the cage.#T1##TD#
Fiske pulls guard.
Fiske is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Scars won't allow Fiske to sweep him here.
Fiske is pulling down on Scars's head. It's preventing any offense from Scars, at least for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Scars wants to control from the top but Fiske keeps moving.
Scars throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Fiske working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Scars doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Scars manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Fiske had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Scars defends it easily.#SUB#
Fiske is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #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.
Scars trying to control the position from guard on top but Fiske is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fiske trying to control the position here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Scars accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Scars loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Scars being controlled here momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL#
Fiske pushes Scars up against the cage in a clinch.
Monty Fiske has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Scars wants to get back to striking at distance but Fiske won't allow it.
Fiske holding his opponent close, against the cage. #TD#
Fiske has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Scars uses from the top position. #T3#
Scars trying to control the position from guard on top but Fiske is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fiske seems keen to control Scars's posture.
Scars trying to control but Fiske is working from the bottom.
Fiske trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Scars won't allow Fiske to sweep him here.
Fiske might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Fiske is controlling Scars's posture.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Fiske moves into range and clinches up with Scars.
Marlin Scars has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Fiske prevents a takedown attempt there.
Scars is trying to pull guard but Fiske has him pressed against the cage.
Fiske is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD#
Fiske jumps guard. #SUB2#
Scars 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.
Scars takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Fiske seems keen to control Scars's posture.
Scars trying to control the position from guard on top but Fiske is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
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 Fiske is on top in guard. #REVR#
Monty Fiske is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Scars keeping full guard, as Fiske tries to pass.

And that's the end of the fight!
Monty Fiske showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Fiske 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Monty Fiske!

Event: TWGC 26 (155lbs, D3): Sydney Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 17, 2019

Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rolf Ottke (ranked 5456 p4p, 51 weight class) and Marlin Scars (ranked 6106 p4p, 519 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Ottke might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Beautiful Day- U2. Marlin Scars is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.

180 cm
19 yrs
168 lbs

190 cm
21 yrs
155 lbs

Ottke

Scars

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Rolf Ottke! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Marlin Scars!
The judges for this bout are Damien Edna, Eliza Hachem and Bruno Hogan.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.

Scars manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ottke on his heels. He'll look to pass Ottke's guard now, I'm sure.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ottke (0) vs (2) Scars
Scars trying to control but Ottke is working from the bottom.
Scars looking to sit in guard and control but Ottke gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ottke (2) vs (2) Scars
Ottke postures up.
Scars looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ottke controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Ottke trying to control the position from guard on top but Scars is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scars is trying to control the position but Ottke postures up.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Scars keeping moving, preventing Ottke from controlling successfully.
Ottke postures up.
Ottke looking to pass the guard.
Ottke is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Ottke wants to control from the top but Scars keeps moving.

Ottke drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Scars dives on top into guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ottke (2) vs (4) Scars
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Scars not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Ottke is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Scars is aware though and is defending well.
Scars trying to control the position from guard on top but Ottke is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scars's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ottke keeping moving, preventing Scars from controlling successfully.
Ottke looking for a sweep. Not yet Ottke, not yet.
Scars trying to control but Ottke is working from the bottom.
Ottke wants to sweep here but Scars controlling him for the moment.
Scars trying to control but Ottke is working from the bottom.
Scars is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Scars is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.

Ottke throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.

Scars content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Ottke has locked up a guillotine! Ottke's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Scars is holding on here and Ottke must be using up a lot of energy. Scars has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Ottke gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Rolf Ottke!
Rolf Ottke very nearly forgot to thank Checkmate Fight Store 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: Ferocious Fights II
Date: Oct 04, 2019

#R1#
Scars fails with the takedown.#CL#
Menard fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Scars, pushing him back against the cage.
Scars jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Menard walks away with a smile on his face. Scars gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Scars slips a jab and a cross from Menard.
Menard leaves Scars with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Jacob Menard has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marlin Scars.
Menard tries to clinch there but Scars circles away.
Scars throws a counter combo.
Scars fails with a takedown attempt.
Menard is looking for a counter combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Menard stalks Scars and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Scars's face. Scars staggers backwards, shaken.
Scars dives in and grabs Menard's left leg, looking for a takedown. Menard pushes down on Scars's head and hops out.
The fight stays on the outside here - Menard looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1#
Menard misses with a few strikes there.
A telegraphed right hand from Menard misses the target.
Scars tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Jacob Menard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Menard has Scars up against the cage in a clinch.
Menard lands a nice elbow.
Scars is looking to take this one to the mat.
Menard lands an elbow inside that Scars shrugs off. #TD2#
Scars has hold of one of Menard's legs. Menard is fighting the takedown attempt but Scars gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Scars trying to control but Menard is working from the bottom.
Scars is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Menard wants to stand but Scars is controlling the position. #T2#
Scars throwing strikes but missing.
Menard knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Scars on the ground.
Scars looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Scars throwing strikes but missing. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Scars swats away the attempt to clinch by Menard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jacob Menard dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Scars tries to keep at a distance but Menard has taken the fight into the clinch.
Menard fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Menard scores with a nice hook to the head.
Scars is trying to pull guard but Menard has him pressed against the cage.
Scars changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Menard fights it off and pushes away nicely. #TD2#
Scars manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Menard on his heels. He'll look to pass Menard's guard now, I'm sure.
Menard is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Scars has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scars loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Menard on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Menard tries to get out of the position.
Menard wants to get back to his feet but Scars is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Scars trying to control but Menard is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Scars 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.
Scars is looking to work some ground and pound but Menard has wrist control.
Scars's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Scars has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Scars breaks the clinch.
Menard tries to clinch but Scars is having none of it. #T2#
Scars misses with a takedown #CL#
and Menard counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Menard.
Jacob Menard has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marlin Scars.#TD2#
Scars gets control of Menard's arms and successfully pulls guard. Scars will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Menard wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Scars's closed guard. He's half up but Scars has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Scars pivots and extends the arm, Menard falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Scars! Well done that man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Marlin Scars!
After winning the bout, Marlin Scars thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Thoroughbred Thursday III
Date: Sep 19, 2019

#R1#
Marcelo fails to land the takedown.#CL#
Scars fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Marcelo, pushing him back against the cage.
Scars changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Marcelo fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Marcelo gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Scars counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Scars.
Marcelo avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Scars showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Marcelo seems keen to control Scars's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scars trying to control but Marcelo is working from the bottom. #T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Marcelo is on top in guard. #REVB#
Scars really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Marcelo won't allow Scars to get back to his feet.
Scars is trying to control the position but Marcelo postures up.
Scars looking to hit a scissor sweep but Marcelo is one step ahead there.
Scars not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Marcelo's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Scars will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Scars tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Scars working a defensive guard here.
Marcelo postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Marcelo looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Marcelo fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Scars sprawls well initially but Marcelo persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marcelo with the ground and pound but Scars uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Marcelo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Marcelo 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.

That was a close round but I would say that Marlin Scars 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##TD2#
Marcelo closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Scars tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Marcelo wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sloppy strikes there by Marcelo.#SUB2#
Marcelo is trying to get an arm triangle but Scars is defending well.
Marcelo tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marcelo wants to control but Scars is keeping him busy.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Scars tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Marcelo wants to stand but Scars is controlling his arm.
Marcelo is chipping away with strikes.
Scars takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Marcelo controls the position from side control.
You can see the frustration on Scars's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Marcelo has an Americana. Scars didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Marcelo is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Marcelo hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Circie Marcelo!
Circie Marcelo seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: WPFA: Throughbred Thursday
Date: Aug 29, 2019

#R1#
Scars misses with a takedown attempt - Manhunter sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
We've been told by Manhunter's head coaches at Hardpunch (13 Elite / 1000$ that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Manhunter lands a nice hook to Scars's body. Scars takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Scars shoots in and drives through. Manhunter sprawls well.
Manhunter went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Manhunter fails to land with a series of punches.
Scars takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #CUT#
It looks like Marlin Scars has been cut.
Manhunter comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Scars tries for a takedown but Manhunter sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Manhunter seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Martian Manhunter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marlin Scars.
Manhunter throws a combination. Scars tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Manhunter throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Manhunter jabs at Scars'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!
Jab by Manhunter.
Martian Manhunter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Manhunter uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Scars avoids a punch combination nicely.
Scars changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T1#
Manhunter connects with a body shot that sends Scars's belly button to the back.
Scars is looking to clinch.
Scars keeps Manhunter at a distance using the push kick. #CL#
Manhunter gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Manhunter prevents the takedown attempt.
Scars is looking for a takedown.
Scars jumps guard but Manhunter stands there with Scars around his waist. Scars gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Manhunter is trying to force a seperation but Scars has the dominant position.#TD2#
Scars decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Scars is looking for a triangle but Manhunter pushes his legs off easily.
Manhunter throws a strike but Scars rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T2#
Scars stops Manhunter from standing up.
Manhunter wants to sweep but no luck.
Manhunter trying to control the position. #SUB#
Manhunter working for a triangle but Scars defends it easily.
Scars stopping the sweep attempt from Manhunter.
Scars trying to control the position from guard on top but Manhunter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scars working some strikes from top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Martian Manhunter dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Marlin Scars's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Scars tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Manhunter manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A punch combination from Manhunter misses.
Manhunter waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scars.
Scars takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Scars slips under a jab.
Some wild striking there from Manhunter.
Manhunter misses the shot to the body.
Martian Manhunter is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Scars walks into a left hand.
Manhunter lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Manhunter.#CL2#
Scars moves into the clinch.
Manhunter stops a takedown attempt from Scars.
A body shot lands from Manhunter.
A left hand lands to the body for Manhunter.
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!
Scars has Manhunter pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Manhunter manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T1#
Manhunter lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Scars backwards.
Scars has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Manhunter avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Martian Manhunter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marlin Scars.
Scars has Manhunter pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Manhunter manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Scars jumps guard but Manhunter turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Manhunter is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Scars can do to turn this around?
Manhunter lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Scars backwards.
Come on Manhunter - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Manhunter is trying to force a seperation but Scars has the dominant position.
Scars is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Manhunter pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A right hook to the body lands for Manhunter.
Manhunter wants to get back to striking at distance but Scars won't allow it.
Manhunter tries to break free but Scars pushes him back against the cage.
Manhunter working hard to break the clinch.
Scars fails to pull guard.
Scars tries for a takedown but Manhunter manages to get underhooks. #TD2#
Scars has Manhunter pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Scars pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Manhunter tumbling to the mat - Scars dives into Manhunter's guard.#ES#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Manhunter has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Scars has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scars is trying to pull guard but Manhunter turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Scars tries for a takedown but Manhunter manages to get underhooks.
Scars is working for takedown but Manhunter is calmly controlling the position for now.
Scars tries for a takedown. No joy.
Scars is breathing heavily.
Scars keeps control of Manhunter as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Manhunter prevents a takedown attempt there.
Scars misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Manhunter.
Manhunter wants to get back to striking at distance but Scars won't allow it.
Scars looking for a takedown.
Scars is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Scars is looking to take this one to the mat.
Manhunter is trying to break the clinch but Scars has him pressed against the cage.
Manhunter lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Martian Manhunter dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Marlin Scars's cut.
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#
Manhunter clobbers Scars with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Scars lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Manhunter circles away quickly and effectively.
Manhunter is looking to counter punch.
Scars avoids the body shot from Manhunter.
Scars slips a jab and a cross from Manhunter.
Scars feints the counter takedown.
Manhunter moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#ROC#
Scars is rocked!
Manhunter connects with a superb combination that knocks Scars out cold! The referee charges across the mat and tackles Manhunter before he can land any more shots to the unconscious Scars!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Martian Manhunter!
Martian Manhunter is the new featherweight champion!
Martian Manhunter thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: WPFA I: The Alpha vs The King
Date: Aug 24, 2019

#R1#
Nakashi tries to clinch but Scars moves away
and Scars counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Scars throws a series of strikes that have Nakashi backpedaling.
Nakashi throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Scars counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Scars controlling the action here.
Scars has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Scars moves into full mount! Nakashi won't be happy about that!
Nakashi really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Scars. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nakashi looks winded!
Scars wants to take Nakashi's back here but Nakashi is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Scars content just to control the position here. #SUB#
Scars with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter. #T1#
Nakashi avoids a series of strikes thrown by Scars.
We've been hearing good reports from Scars's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Scars working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Scars tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Nakashi looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Scars can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Nakashi is looking to escape.
Scars throwing strikes here but Nakashi is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage. #T2#
Scars controlling the pace for now.
Scars will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Scars is landing with some decent strikes but Nakashi is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Scars looking to control and managing it successfully.
BOOM! Scars connects with a massive shot to the dome!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Scars is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Nakashi has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Nakashi!
Nakashi trying to control the position from guard on top but Scars is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marlin Scars dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2##TD#
Scars drives through with a takedown into Nakashi's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Scars stays in close to Nakashi's body and controls the position.
Scars trying to control the position from guard on top but Nakashi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nakashi can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Scars controls the pace.
Scars is in close to Nakashi's body, working some short punches and elbows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scars with a nice head shot there.
Nakashi is breathing heavily.
Scars is stalling in the full guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#T1#
Scars seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Nakashi for as long as he can get away with.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Scars plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nakashi closes the distance looking to clinch #TD#
and Scars counters with a nice double leg into side control. Nakashi won't be happy with that. #SUB#
Scars tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Scars has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Scars really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Scars taking a breather here. #SUB#
Scars is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nakashi knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Scars is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Nakashi is trying to escape and Scars transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Nakashi is forced to tap! Nice work there by Scars! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Marlin Scars!
An out of breath Marlin Scars thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
In defeat, Nacochata Nakashi stepped up to the mic, saying '...'.

Event: WPFA: Thoroughbred Thursday
Date: Aug 15, 2019

#R1#
Kenny looks to land a combination but Scars avoids it well.
And Scars tries to counter it with a takedown but Kenny pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Kenny will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kenny tries to clinch up.
Scars fails with a takedown attempt.
Scars tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kenny swivels and escapes.#TD2#
Kenny gets caught flat footed, as Scars shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Scars's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Scars avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scars controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kenny is trying to keep Scars in close. #T1#
Scars throwing strikes from guard but Kenny blocks nicely.
Scars slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Scars postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
My spies in Five Round Fight Club NY (50 max) inform me that Scars has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Scars is stalling in the full guard.
Scars working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Scars postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Kenny is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Scars, into his guard. #REVR#
Scars managing to control the position. #T2#
Scars wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Kenny is posturing up here but Scars has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Kenny tries to roll out but it's too tight and Kenny has to tap! Slick submission there by Scars!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Marlin Scars!
Marlin Scars thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: WPFA: Hellraising
Date: Jul 24, 2019

#R1##TD2#
Ahvenus looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Scars!
Ahvenus is looking to take a break and control but Scars is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ahvenus taking a breather here.
Ahvenus cracks Scars with a big elbow.
Ahvenus lands a nice forearm strike.
Ahvenus landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Ahvenus is looking to take a break and control but Scars is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scars is trying to improve his position.
Ahvenus working the head with strikes. #T1#
Ahvenus creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Ahvenus landing a few strikes.
Scars tries to buck Ahvenus off but Ahvenus is having none of it.#SUB2#
Ahvenus working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ahvenus scoring with punches and elbows.
Ahvenus trying to control the action but Scars is working from the bottom.
Ahvenus cracks Scars with a big elbow.
Scars 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 lull in the action here as Ahvenus stalls from top position.
Scars is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #T2#
Scars taking punishment in the form of punches.
Ahvenus has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ahvenus working the ground and pound.
Scars is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Five Round Fight Club NY (50 max) that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Ahvenus working the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Ahvenus tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Ahvenus working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Scars tries to buck Ahvenus off but Ahvenus is having none of it.
Ahvenus lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Ahvenus looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Simo Ahvenus dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Ahvenus closes this distance looking for a takedown but Scars circles away.
Scars drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ahvenus sprawls and moves away.#TD#
Scars closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Ahvenus to the mat! Ahvenus manages to get full guard.
Ahvenus looking to hit a scissor sweep but Scars is one step ahead there.
Simo Ahvenus has got the better of the ground game so far.
Scars trying to control but Ahvenus is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Scars drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Scars jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ahvenus bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Scars's guard. #REVB#
Ahvenus scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scars has momentary wrist control but Ahvenus slips an elbow through the middle.
Ahvenus throws a big right hand that misses.
Ahvenus landing some decent shots from guard.
Scars has momentary wrist control but Ahvenus slips an elbow through the middle.#ROC2#
Scars is rocked!#T1#
Ahvenus landing with the ground and pound.
Oh Scars is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
My spies in K.O Heaven inform me that Ahvenus has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Ahvenus postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Scars covers up, he's hurt! Ahvenus keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Ahvenus and the ref steps in to end the fight! Ahvenus can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Simo Ahvenus!

Event: WPFA: Red, White, & Boom
Date: Jul 04, 2019

#R1##KD#
A big head kick from Jaotalaytong and Scars is sent sprawling to the canvas! #CUT#
It looks like Marlin Scars has been cut.
Jaotalaytong wants to stand but Scars is controlling his posture from full guard.
Scars managing to control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Scars told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Jaotalaytong wanted to stand there but Scars had control of the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2#
Scars scores with a takedown into Jaotalaytong's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Jaotalaytong is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Scars lands a couple of elbows.#SUB2#
Scars 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.
Jaotalaytong is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Scars is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Scars trying to control the position from guard on top but Jaotalaytong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scars stops Jaotalaytong from standing up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Scars is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Scars won't allow Jaotalaytong to get back to his feet. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Scars working some strikes from top position.
Scars trying to control but Jaotalaytong is working from the bottom.
Scars is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Scars's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Jaotalaytong lands with a kick to the temple. Scars shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CL#
Scars gets tackled into the cage by Jaotalaytong. Jaotalaytong maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Scars has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Jaotalaytong is trying to keep an underhook but Scars manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Scars prevents Jaotalaytong from standing back up.
Scars is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Jaotalaytong is trying to stand up.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Scars tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB2#
Scars has control of Jaotalaytong's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Jaotalaytong regains control of the situation pretty easily. #T3#
Scars controlling the pace for now.
Scars can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jaotalaytong is looking to escape.
Jaotalaytong is in a horrible position here. Scars smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Jaotalaytong is trying to stand up.
Scars takes Jaotalaytong's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Jaotalaytong is in trouble.
Scars has Jaotalaytong flattened out and is raining down punches. #SUB2#
Jaotalaytong showing good submission defense here.
Jaotalaytong staying busy and making it hard for Scars to control. #T4##SUB2#
Scars working for the choke. #SUB2#
Scars is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Jaotalaytong defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Jaotalaytong is trying to get back to his feet but Scars has full control of the position and if anything, Jaotalaytong has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB2#
Jaotalaytong is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Scars gets his way!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jaotalaytong wants to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Jaotalaytong defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Scars tries to keep control of the position but Jaotalaytong is staying busy.#SUB2#
Scars working for the choke.
Jaotalaytong wants to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marlin Scars dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Marlin Scars's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##TD2#
Scars scores with a takedown into Jaotalaytong's guard.
Marlin Scars has got the better of the ground game so far.#ES#
Jaotalaytong manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Jaotalaytong feints with a left and delivers a massive head kick! Scars collapses like a ragdoll! Game over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Rodtang Jaotalaytong!

Event: UnderGround FC 12
Date: Jun 29, 2019

#R1#
Scars avoids a kick to the body.
Scars is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Bell throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Scars counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Scars throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Bell is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Scars defends well.
Scars in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bell holds on and takes a little breather.
Scars wants to control from the top but Bell keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scars is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Scars postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Scars controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1#
Scars throws a big right hand that misses.
Scars wants to control from the top but Bell keeps moving.
Bell has control of Scars's left arm, preventing Scars from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bell throws a body shot but no joy.
Bell tries a head kick but it misses.
Bell throws a lazy right hand but Scars sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bell throws a sloppy head kick and Scars moves out of range easily.
Scars keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bell.
Bell misses with a head kick.
A head kick by Bell misses #TD2#
and Scars counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Scars.
Bell 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#
Scars told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#T2#
Scars is looking to control Bell's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Scars avoid being mounted?
Bell stalling.
Bell's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Scars is trying to maintain the position but Bell is very close to passing his half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Scars is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Marlin Scars will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Bell throws a body shot but no joy.
Bell misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nice body punch from Bell.
Scars throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bell's waist but Bell gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Scars off to one side.
A low kick from Bell is predictable there #TD2#
and Scars counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bell!
Bell struggling a bit here.
Bell manages to work his way to half guard, despite Scars's best efforts.
Bell won't allow Scars to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Scars is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Scars is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T1#
Scars is trying to control the action in half guard but Bell is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Scars is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Marlin Scars has got the better of the ground game so far.
The fighters are battling for position here. Bell manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Scars trying to control the position from guard on top but Bell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scars stopping the sweep attempt from Bell.
Bell manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Scars manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Bell connects with a couple of short punches.#T2#
Bell is looking to work some ground and pound but Scars has wrist control.
Bell 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.
Scars thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bell passes into half guard.
Bell controlling the pace.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Roman Bell dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Scars avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Marlin Scars is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bell throws a body punch but Scars moves out of range.
Roman Bell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scars checks a leg kick.
And Scars tries to counter it with a takedown but Bell pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bell looks for the body kick but Scars saw that one coming.
Bell looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bell scores with a leg kick.
Scars avoids the head kick by Bell.
Scars drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bell defends it well.
Bell shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Scars is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Scars goes for a double leg but Bell avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bell continues to drive forward.
Scars misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Scars can do to turn this around?
Bell throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bell throws a low kick but it's checked well by Scars.
Bell dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Scars. That did some damage!
Scars misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T1#
Bell misses with a kick to the body.
Bell throws a head kick but Scars moves out of range.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Bell.
Good leg kick by Bell there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Scars blocks a head kick by Bell.
Bell tries a head kick but it misses.
Scars is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bell sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Roman Bell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marlin Scars.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Scars checks a leg kick.
Scars blocks the body kick.
Scars will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bell.
A lazy left from Bell finds it's target.
Bell turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Scars misses with a body kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Bell checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Scars just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromBell.#T2#
Scars shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bell pinned against the cage. Bell gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Bell lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bell throws a low kick but it's checked well by Scars.
Scars displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bell throws out the jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scars tries to clinch but Bell moves out of range.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Bell.
Scars takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
An inside leg kick lands from Bell.
Bell throws out a leg kick but Scars moves out of range and Bell only half commits.
Bell fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Scars checks it well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Roman Bell showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bell 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 29:27
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roman Bell!
Roman Bell got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!'

Event: UFC WNF 3
Date: Jun 05, 2019

#R1#
Scars connects with a leg kick. White looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #CL#
White closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
White gets control of Scars's arms and successfully pulls guard. White will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Scars thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
White throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
White is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Scars defends well.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now White is on top in guard. #REVR#
Scars trying to control the position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
White 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.
White wants to control from the top but Scars keeps moving. #T1#
White pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scars is keeping the position for now.
Scars 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#
Scars passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for White!
White tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Scars lands with some strikes.
Scars can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as White is looking to escape.
White tries to reverse the position but Scars maintains control.
White bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
White looking to pass the guard.
Scars pulls White in close to prevent any damage. #T2##SUB#
White drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Scars manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now White has Scars in his guard.#REVB#
Scars trying to control but White is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Scars is sitting in close to White's body. White has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Scars is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Scars is tapping! That was a very nice submission by White.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Whalter White!
A less than humble Whalter White misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: UnderGround FC 3
Date: May 19, 2019

#R1#
daBell leaves Scars with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Scars throws a nice head kick!
daBell misses with a looping right.
daBell listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Scars with a poor takedown
and daBell counters with a straight right hand.
Scars slips under a jab from daBell.
Scars tries to counter by closing the distance.
Scars looks for a takedown but daBell sprawls well.
Ringz daBell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marlin Scars.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
daBell misses with a wild body shot.
Scars tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but daBell defends well and Scars ends up having to push daBell into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
The fighters circle momentarily. daBell darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CUT#
It looks like Marlin Scars has been cut.#T1#
daBell throws a push kick but Scars slaps the foot to one side.
Scars is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
daBell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scars.
And Scars tries to counter it with a takedown but daBell pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Scars shoots for a double leg takedown but daBell sprawls well. He's pushed Scars's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
We've been told by daBell's head coaches at Official UFC Performance Institute Training Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
daBell misses the shot to the body.
Scars misses with a head kick.
Scars shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and daBell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
daBell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scars.
Scars tries to counter by closing the distance.
daBell scores with a jab to the body.
daBell works the jab nicely.
Scars darts in looking for a takedown but daBell gets double underhooks and turns Scars into the cage. #T2#
Scars takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Scars takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#TD2#
Scars scores with a takedown into daBell's guard.#ES#
daBell has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Scars off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
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!
Scars is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
daBell's jab looks to have found its range, popping Scars under the eye.
Scars slips a straight right by daBell.
Ringz daBell is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
daBell throws a leg kick but Scars checks it.
A looping hook to the body misses from daBell. Scars does a little dance to reset his feet.
daBell looks to land a left hand but Scars moved out of range nicely.
daBell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Scars has his takedown stuffed
letting daBell counter with a right hand.
Scars takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Scars with a lazy takedown attempt
and daBell counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A jab lands there for daBell.
daBell moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
daBell misses with a hook. Scars ducked under it nicely.
daBell misses with a body shot.
daBell misses with an uppercut. Scars saw that one coming.
daBell is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Scars moves in looking to clinch but daBell pushes him off.
Scars fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
daBell is looking to counter with head kicks.#T4#
daBell fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Scars on the side of the head.#ROC#
Scars is rocked!
Scars leaves his chin hanging out and daBell seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Scars crumbles to the floor in a heap, and the referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ringz daBell!

Event: Monday Night Fights
Date: Apr 22, 2019

#R1##CL#
Bell closes the distance and pushes Scars back into the cage.
Scars blocks an elbow strike from Bell.
Bell is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Scars to keep the fight standing.
Scars has Bell pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bell manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC#
Bell pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Bell drives through and clinches with Scars against the cage. #BC#
Bell pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Bell darts in and clinches Scars up against the cage.#BC2#
Scars breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #TD#
Bell drives through with a takedown into Scars's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Bell is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Bell got a little sloppy there for a moment and Scars has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bell has managed to get both his arms back between Scars's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Bell avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T1#
Scars wants to improve his position but instead Bell has moved into half guard. #SUB2#
Scars looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Bell trying to control from half guard but Scars is working away.
Scars is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Bell is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Scars has managed to free his arm - good work.
Scars is controlling Bell's trapped leg to prevent Bell from advancing to side control.
Bell tries to stand but can't do so whilst Scars controls his leg.
Scars pushes Bell off looking to stand but Bell dives back in and keeps control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Scars is not content to let Bell control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bell trying to pass the guard but Scars defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Roman Bell dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Scars darts in looking for a takedown but Bell gets double underhooks and turns Scars into the cage.
And Bell counters with a quick kick to the body but Scars blocks it.
Scars tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bell sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Scars somewhat.#TD#
Bell drives through with a takedown into Scars's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Bell passes into half guard.
Scars looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Scars is trying to stand back up but Bell is controlling him
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bell wants to free his trapped foot but Scars is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Scars wants to control but Bell is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Bell controlling the action here.
Bell seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Bell seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Bell not doing much here.
Scars is trying to maintain the position but Bell is very close to passing his half guard.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Scars takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scars shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bell sprawls well. Bell wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Scars gets slowly back to his feet.
Roman Bell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marlin Scars.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Bell throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Scars tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Bell is in Scars's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Roman Bell dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Scars has his takedown stuffed#TD#
and Bell counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Scars not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Scars tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bell postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Bell stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Scars swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bell throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scars wants to sweep here but Bell controlling him for the moment.
Scars is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Bell wants to get up but he can't break Scars's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T1#
Scars keeping full guard, as Bell tries to pass. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Scars shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Scars tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bell paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bell shoots in for a takedown but Scars shows good takedown defense.
Scars tries to clinch up but Bell circles away and keeps his distance.
Scars goes for a double leg but Bell avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bell continues to drive forward.
Bell thinks about countering with a head kick.
Roman Bell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marlin Scars.
Scars closes the distance and clinches up with Bell, looking for a takedown. Scars pushes Bell against the cage but Bell circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bell feinted with a counter takedown.
Bell misses with a double jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scars. Bell does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scars darts in looking for a takedown but Bell gets double underhooks and turns Scars into the cage.
Bell shoots in for a double leg but Scars sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL#
Bell closes the distance and clinches.#T2##TD#
Bell lands a nice trip takedown into half guard. #ES2#
Scars pushes Bell off and gets back to his feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Bell shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Scars manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Horrible takedown attempt by Bell or perhaps it was just good defense by Scars, which made it look bad.
Bell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Scars can do to turn this around?
Scars tries to clinch up.
Marlin Scars has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Roman Bell is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
No luck for Bell with that takedown attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Marlin Scars.
Well Bell 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 Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: UnderGround FC 1
Date: Apr 13, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Scars has taken the fight to the clinch.
Brown is trying to pull guard but Scars has him pressed against the cage.
Scars unloads a knee to the mid-section. Brown lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Brown is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD#
Brown is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Scars can't fight it off and eventually Brown manages to take the fight to the floor. Scars looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES2#
Scars kicks Brown off and gets to his feet.
Scars shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Brown but Brown pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD2#
Scars shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Brown looking to hit a scissor sweep but Scars is one step ahead there. #T1##SUB#
Scars avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Brown throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Brown bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Scars's guard. #REVR#
Brown might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Scars keeping full guard, as Brown tries to pass.
Scars really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Brown. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Scars is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Scars looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Brown stands and throws Scars's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB#
Brown tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Brown has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Brown trying to control the position but Scars is working away.
Scars tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Brown wants to lay and pray for a moment but Scars keeps working. #SUB#
Brown looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T3##SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Brown tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Brown has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Brown 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#
Brown is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Scars is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Scars tries to buck Brown off but Brown is having none of it.
Brown 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 Scars's shoulder. That is not cool.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scars can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Brown is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Scars has escaped the position, nice work there. #T4#
Scars tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Brown wants to take a breather but Scars manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Brown.
Brown forces his way into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Scars misses with some strikes from the bottom. #SUB#
Brown is trying for a kimura here. Scars looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Brown wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jay Brown!
Jay Brown 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.

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