Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: C299: Lehto vs Matti III
Date: Apr 28, 2024

#R1#
A slow jab from Ferkingstad misses its intended target.
And Tax Payer responds with a good body kick, but Ferkingstad manages to step out the way in time.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Ferkingstad throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
Tax Payer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ferkingstad sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ferkingstad is looking to score with low kicks.
Ferkingstad backing away here, and Tax Payer unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Ferkingstad misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tax Payer.
Ferkingstad 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.
Ferkingstad moves out of range of the body kick.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Ferkingstad down with leg kicks.
Ferkingstad misses with a leg kick.
Ferkingstad uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.#T1#
Ferkingstad throws a shot from downtown. Tax Payer moves away and avoids it.
It seemed like Tax Payer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ferkingstad throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ferkingstad throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tax Payer counters with a head kick.
Tax Payer misses with a hook
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Ferkingstad throws a body kick that misses.
Ferkingstad throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ferkingstad thows a leg kick but Tax Payer checks it
and Tax Payer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ferkingstad paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tax Payer has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tax Payer there as he acknowledges the shot.
Ferkingstad lands with a kick to the ribs.
Ferkingstad lands an overhand right.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer stalks Ferkingstad and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Ferkingstad's face. Ferkingstad staggers backwards, shaken.
Ferkingstad throws a shot from downtown. Tax Payer moves away and avoids it.
Tax Payer missing with a left hand there. Ferkingstad was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ferkingstad throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Ferkingstad chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tax Payer can pounce on him.
Ferkingstad fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
As Ferkingstad backs off Tax Payer throws a huge counter combo but Ferkingstad manages to avoid it all.
Ferkingstad misses with a hook
and Tax Payer counters with a straight right hand.
Tax Payer missing with a left hand there. Ferkingstad was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ferkingstad lands a jab.
Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ferkingstad takes a kick to the side of the head.#CUT2#It looks like Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad has been cut.#T3#
A nice leg kick from Ferkingstad, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Ferkingstad is out of range.
Ferkingstad fires out a quick counter leg kick but Tax Payer just manages to avoid it.
Ferkingstad thumps Tax Payer with a low kick.
Tax Payer misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Ferkingstad to counter with a crisp jab.
Ferkingstad throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tax Payer.
Ferkingstad throws a right hand that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer blocks a low kick nicely.
Ferkingstad misses with a left hand
and Tax Payer counters with a good low kick that Ferkingstad was not able to check.
Ferkingstad scores with a body shot.
Tax Payer throws a poor cross that misses
and Ferkingstad counters with a straight right hand.
Ferkingstad tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tax Payer is able to avoid easily.#T4#
Ferkingstad misses the shot to the body.
Ferkingstad throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ferkingstad looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
Ferkingstad throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tax Payer appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ferkingstad throws out a leg kick but Tax Payer moves out of range and Ferkingstad only half commits.
Ferkingstad cracks Tax Payer with a right hand to the side of the head.
Ferkingstad misses with a hook
and Tax Payer counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ferkingstad thinking.
Ferkingstad swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tax Payer feints a counter leg kick.
Ferkingstad misses with a hook to the body
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ferkingstad throws a sloppy body shot
and Tax Payer counters with an inside leg kick.
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 Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
A low kick from Ferkingstad misses
and Tax Payer counters with a series of strikes. Ferkingstad will be more careful next time no doubt.
Ferkingstad checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer swings for the body but Ferkingstad moves out of range.
Tax Payer throws a lazy right hand but Ferkingstad sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ferkingstad misses with a wild body shot.
It seemed like Tax Payer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tax Payer missing with a left hand there. Ferkingstad was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tax Payer with a jab.
Ferkingstad throws a leg kick
and Tax Payer counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Ferkingstad does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Ferkingstad strikes.
Tax Payer tries a quick counter leg kick but Ferkingstad is wise to it.
Ferkingstad takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T1#
Tax Payer misses with a head kick.
Ferkingstad throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ferkingstad punishes Tax Payer's body with a nice straight punch.
Ferkingstad throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a straight right hand.
Tax Payer throws a series of punches but Ferkingstad avoids them all with ease.
Tax Payer keeps the fight on the outside.
An inside leg kick from Ferkingstad misses.
Ferkingstad with the inside leg kick.
Ferkingstad pushes Tax Payer away with a front kick.
Tax Payer checks the leg kick nicely there.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ferkingstad 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 Tax Payer has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tax Payer and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Ferkingstad backing away here, and Tax Payer unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T2#
Tax Payer scores with a nice right hand.
Ferkingstad throws a poor cross that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ferkingstad lands a front kick.
Ferkingstad throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tax Payer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ferkingstad slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Ferkingstad throws a shot from downtown. Tax Payer moves away and avoids it.
Tax Payer lands with a slapping head kick.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Ferkingstad saw that one coming.
As Tax Payer backs away, Ferkingstad returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A low kick from Ferkingstad is predictable there
and Tax Payer counters with a series of strikes. Ferkingstad will be more careful next time no doubt.
Ferkingstad cracks Tax Payer with a good jab.#T3#
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Ferkingstad checks it.
Ferkingstad bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#ROC#Tax Payer is rocked!
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Ferkingstad moves away and avoids it.#KD#
Ferkingstad catches Tax Payer napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Tax Payer to the canvas!
Tax Payer is still in real trouble! Can Ferkingstad finish him?
Ferkingstad is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Tax Payer is looking to stand up but Ferkingstad isn't so interested in that idea.
Tax Payer seems to have recovered his senses.
Ferkingstad stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tax Payer swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer wants to get back to his feet but Ferkingstad is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T4##REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Ferkingstad with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tax Payer comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A head kick from Ferkingstad lands but Tax Payer takes it in his stride.
Tax Payer throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad swings widly with a right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ferkingstad has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Ferkingstad throws out a leg kick but Tax Payer moves out of range and Ferkingstad only half commits. #KD#
Ferkingstad moves into range and throws a big uppercut. OH! Tax Payer goes down! Can Ferkingstad finish him!?
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 Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Ferkingstad throws a leg kick
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut.
Finnish Tax Payer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Ferkingstad checks it.
Ferkingstad swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A low kick lands for Ferkingstad.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
Ferkingstad was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer lands a nice looking body shot.
Ferkingstad tries to clinch but Tax Payer moves away
and Ferkingstad takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A leg kick checked by Ferkingstad.
Tax Payer tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ferkingstad rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tax Payer counters with a stiff right hand.
Ferkingstad tries a head kick but it misses. #T1#
Ferkingstad misses with a leg kick
and Ferkingstad takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#Ferkingstad is rocked!
Tax Payer throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ferkingstad seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Ferkingstad dodges the punch combination from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ferkingstad's sensitive parts.
Tax Payer takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ferkingstad scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ferkingstad displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Ferkingstad throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tax Payer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Ferkingstad scores with a leg kick.
Tax Payer scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Oh Ferkingstad is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ferkingstad throws a leg kick
and Tax Payer counters with a good low kick that Ferkingstad was not able to check.
Ferkingstad throws out a leg kick but Tax Payer moves out of range and Ferkingstad only half commits.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Ferkingstad out cold! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Finnish Tax Payer!
Finnish Tax Payer 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: C297: Albatross vs Payer III
Date: Apr 21, 2024

#R1#
Tax Payer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Albatross.
Albatross throws a counter high kick but Tax Payer was just alert enough to avoid it.
Tax Payer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Albatross throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Albatross looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Albatross throws a sloppy body shot
and Tax Payer counters with a stiff right hand.
Albatross cracks Tax Payer with a good jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Albatross thumps Tax Payer with a low kick.
Albatross is looking to score with low kicks.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Tax Payer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Albatross.
Albatross takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Albatross lands with a thumping leg kick.
Albatross steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
A big right from Albatross misses.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Tax Payer cracks Albatross with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Jab from Tax Payer.#T2#
Albatross with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that Albatross semi-blocks.
Albatross scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Albatross tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Albatross connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tax Payer momentarily.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Albatross.
Albatross looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tax Payer swings for the body but Albatross moves out of range.
Albatross is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Albatross counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Tax Payer throws a poor cross that misses #KD#
and Albatross counters with a nice right hand that sends Tax Payer toppling to the canvas! Tax Payer scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Albatross finish him?!#ROC#Tax Payer is rocked!
Albatross closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Tax Payer out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Johnny Albatross!
Johnny Albatross retains his featherweight title!
After winning the bout, Johnny Albatross thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: C292: Cheese vs Albatross II
Date: Mar 31, 2024

#R1#
Tax Payer misses with a head kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez scores with a jab to the head.
Tax Payer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jurgensen Sanchez checks the leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Jurgensen Sanchez blocks the leg kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Jurgensen Sanchez does a little dance to reset his feet.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jurgensen Sanchez fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with a hook.
Jurgensen Sanchez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tax Payer fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jurgensen Sanchez is out of range.
Tax Payer misses with a jab to the body
and Jurgensen Sanchez counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tax Payer avoids a punch combination nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jurgensen Sanchez takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a nice looking combination but Tax Payer bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Jurgensen Sanchez.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer clobbers Jurgensen Sanchez with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T1#
Jurgensen Sanchez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tax Payer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tax Payer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
That kick from Tax Payer tenderised Jurgensen Sanchez's leg. Jurgensen Sanchez is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tax Payer.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with a hook.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Jurgensen Sanchez checks it.
Jurgensen Sanchez with a hook.
Tax Payer takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tax Payer throws a head kick but Jurgensen Sanchez moves out of range.
Tax Payer lands a really nice looking cross but Jurgensen Sanchez seems unphased.
Jurgensen Sanchez bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands a right hook to the body.
A jab from Tax Payer does it's job there.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Jurgensen Sanchez saw that one coming.#T2#
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with a straight right.
Jurgensen Sanchez with a hook.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jurgensen Sanchez has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Tax Payer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez wants to slow Tax Payer down by chopping away at his legs.
Jurgensen Sanchez checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tax Payer throws a front kick aimed at Jurgensen Sanchez's knee but Jurgensen Sanchez avoids it well.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer is looking to score with low kicks.
A head kick misses from Tax Payer.
Some wild striking there from Tax Payer.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Tax Payer misses the target.
Tax Payer checks the leg kick.#T3#
Tax Payer connects with an inside leg kick.
Tax Payer avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jurgensen Sanchez bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head.
Jurgensen Sanchez fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tax Payer.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands with a cross.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a leg kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Tax Payer's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jurgensen Sanchez under the eye.
Jurgensen Sanchez looks to land a combination but Tax Payer avoids it well.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Jurgensen Sanchez saw that one coming.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jurgensen Sanchez. Jurgensen Sanchez circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Jurgensen Sanchez ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jurgensen Sanchez's head backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jurgensen Sanchez pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It appears Tax Payer was looking to counter with a kick there.
Tax Payer bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jurgensen Sanchez's head.
Tax Payer dodges the punch combination from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Tax Payer is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T4#
Jurgensen Sanchez lands a nice looking body shot.
Some wild striking there from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a body kick that misses.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a sloppy head kick and Tax Payer moves out of range easily.
It looked like Tax Payer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tax Payer tries to land a leg kick but Jurgensen Sanchez saw it coming and moves away.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Jurgensen Sanchez steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a lazy right hand but Jurgensen Sanchez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with a few strikes there.
Jurgensen Sanchez fails to land with a series of punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Jurgensen Sanchez does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer jabs Jurgensen Sanchez right on the nose. Jurgensen Sanchez blinks but takes it well.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Jurgensen Sanchez slips the punch.
Tax Payer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tax Payer looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Jurgensen Sanchez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a low kick but Tax Payer moves out of range easily.
Tax Payer scores with a sloppy right hand. Jurgensen Sanchez should have avoided that one.
Tax Payer throws a shot to the body.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with a looping right.
An inside leg kick from Tax Payer misses.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jurgensen Sanchez checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer blocks a low kick nicely.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tax Payer's head backwards.
Tax Payer avoids a punch combination nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with a head kick.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Jurgensen Sanchez on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tax Payer. Tax Payer obviously looking to wear him down.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jurgensen Sanchez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Tax Payer showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jurgensen Sanchez. #T1#
Good shot there by Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez looks to land a combination but Tax Payer avoids it well.
Jurgensen Sanchez ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jurgensen Sanchez! But no joy.
Jurgensen Sanchez on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tax Payer. Tax Payer obviously looking to wear him down.
Tax Payer fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tax Payer swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jurgensen Sanchez scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tax Payer scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Good leg kick by Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with a hook.
Tax Payer fires out a quick counter leg kick but Jurgensen Sanchez just manages to avoid it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Jurgensen Sanchez darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick which misses Jurgensen Sanchez's front leg but catches the back leg as Jurgensen Sanchez tries to avoid it.
Tax Payer wants to slow Jurgensen Sanchez down by chopping away at his legs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jurgensen Sanchez slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands an overhand right.#T2#
A jab from Jurgensen Sanchez does it's job there.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick which misses Jurgensen Sanchez's front leg but catches the back leg as Jurgensen Sanchez tries to avoid it.
Finnish Tax Payer is winning the standup battle so far.
Jurgensen Sanchez blocks a jab.
Tax Payer avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tax Payer tried to counter with a leg kick but Jurgensen Sanchez avoided it.
A jab from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer scoring well with a low kick there.
Jurgensen Sanchez slips under a jab.
Jurgensen Sanchez takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Tax Payer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Tax Payer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jurgensen Sanchez lunges at Tax Payer with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tax Payer's hand.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands a head kick. Tax Payer smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Jurgensen Sanchez takes a jab right on the kisser.
A head kick misses from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Tax Payer scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jurgensen Sanchez in his tracks.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Tax Payer throws a sloppy head kick and Jurgensen Sanchez moves out of range easily. #T3#
Jurgensen Sanchez has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A big left from Jurgensen Sanchez misses.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
A jab lands there for Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tax Payer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands a jab to the head.
An inside leg kick from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Jurgensen Sanchez ducks down to avoid it.
Jurgensen Sanchez was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Jurgensen Sanchez moves out of range.
Jurgensen Sanchez is trying to counter with his kicks.
Tax Payer finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Good exchange - Tax Payer coming out on top.
Jurgensen Sanchez moves out of range of the body kick from Tax Payer.
The fighters circling - Tax Payer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It seemed like Jurgensen Sanchez was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jurgensen Sanchez pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tax Payer connects with a high kick. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer blocks a leg kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with an uppercut.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with a lunging right hand
and Tax Payer counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but Jurgensen Sanchez avoids it.
Tax Payer defending well as Jurgensen Sanchez loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tax Payer thuds a left hand into Jurgensen Sanchez's body.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jurgensen Sanchez moves away.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tax Payer misses with a wild combination.
As Tax Payer backs off Jurgensen Sanchez throws a huge counter combo but Tax Payer manages to avoid it all.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands a leg kick that knocks Tax Payer off balance momentarily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
Tax Payer takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Jurgensen Sanchez saw that one coming.
Jurgensen Sanchez checks a leg kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jurgensen Sanchez! But no joy.
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 Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tax Payer lands a nice hook to Jurgensen Sanchez's body. Jurgensen Sanchez takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tax Payer fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jurgensen Sanchez has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Jurgensen Sanchez avoids the head kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but Jurgensen Sanchez moves out of range easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Jurgensen Sanchez misses.
Tax Payer throws a body kick that misses.
Jurgensen Sanchez needs to keep his hands up - Tax Payer had a free shot at his head there.
A combination from Jurgensen Sanchez does no damage.
Tax Payer is looking to counter with a body kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jurgensen Sanchez swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Jurgensen Sanchez moved away.
Tax Payer lands a nice shot that snaps Jurgensen Sanchez's head back.
Jurgensen Sanchez swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but Jurgensen Sanchez avoids it.#T1#
Nice straight punches there by Tax Payer. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tax Payer.
Tax Payer takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tax Payer misses with a looping left.
Tax Payer is looking to land body kicks.
Jurgensen Sanchez tries a quick counter leg kick but Tax Payer is wise to it.
Tax Payer lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jurgensen Sanchez's sensitive parts.
Jurgensen Sanchez paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a shot from downtown. Tax Payer moves away and avoids it.
Jurgensen Sanchez moves out of range as Tax Payer throws a body kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tax Payer. That's going to slow Jurgensen Sanchez down.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a big shot that misses.
Tax Payer throws a sloppy head kick and Jurgensen Sanchez moves out of range easily.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands a right hook to the body.
Tax Payer tries to work over Jurgensen Sanchez's front leg with a kick but Jurgensen Sanchez checks it.
Tax Payer takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Jurgensen Sanchez shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Jurgensen Sanchez tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A chopping leg kick lands by Jurgensen Sanchez.
Pauly Jurgensen Sanchez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Jurgensen Sanchez blocks a leg kick.
It seemed like Jurgensen Sanchez was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fighters circling - Tax Payer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a shot from downtown. Tax Payer moves away and avoids it.
Tax Payer looks for the body kick but Jurgensen Sanchez saw that one coming.
Jurgensen Sanchez looks to land a combination but Tax Payer avoids it well.
Jurgensen Sanchez digs a good hook to Tax Payer's body.
Jurgensen Sanchez swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tax Payer.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Jurgensen Sanchez tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tax Payer is able to avoid easily.
Jurgensen Sanchez ducks right into an uppercut from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Tax Payer looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Tax Payer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a nice looking combination but Tax Payer bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T3#
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick as Jurgensen Sanchez jumps back.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Left hook, right uppercut from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer connects with a solid leg kick.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jurgensen Sanchez was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick as Jurgensen Sanchez jumps back.
Jurgensen Sanchez thinks about the counter body kick.
Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer connects with a crisp jab.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a sloppy head kick and Tax Payer moves out of range easily.
An inside leg kick lands from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer avoids the head kick by Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Jurgensen Sanchez's head but Jurgensen Sanchez sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jurgensen Sanchez takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Jurgensen Sanchez takes one on the button.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer defending well as Jurgensen Sanchez loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer misses with a head kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez scores with a head kick. Tax Payer tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Tax Payer throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Tax Payer lands a body shot.
A big left from Jurgensen Sanchez misses.
Tax Payer fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jurgensen Sanchez is out of range.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Jurgensen Sanchez moved out of range.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses the shot to the body.
A shot to the liver by Jurgensen Sanchez. Beautiful body shot.
Jurgensen Sanchez scores with a nice body kick.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jurgensen Sanchez.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer moves into range and connects with a jab.
Jurgensen Sanchez checks a leg kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez tries a quick counter leg kick but Tax Payer is wise to it.
A telegraphed right hand from Jurgensen Sanchez misses the target.
Tax Payer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.

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 Finnish Tax Payer.
Well Tax Payer 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 Seu Braga scores the fight 30:28
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 30:28
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: C288: Albatross vs Femme IV
Date: Mar 17, 2024

#R1#
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick.
Tosen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tosen has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tosen there as he acknowledges the shot.
Tosen slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Tosen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tax Payer. Tax Payer obviously looking to wear him down.
Tosen with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tosen takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tax Payer connects with a looping right hand.
Tax Payer scores with a nice strike.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
Tosen throws out a counter right but Tax Payer avoids it with no problem.
Tosen on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A low kick from Tax Payer is predictable there
letting Tosen counter with a right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tosen misses with a leg kick
and Tosen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer throws a head kick but Tosen moves out of range.
Tax Payer connects with an inside leg kick.
Tosen throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range. #T1#
A low kick from Tax Payer is predictable there
and Tosen counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tax Payer's knee momentarily.
Nice uppercut lands for Tosen. That snapped Tax Payer's head back.
Tosen misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tosen.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Tosen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tosen was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Tosen checks it.
Tosen is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tax Payer with a body shot.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tax Payer misses with a looping left.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tosen.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tosen manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer scores with a punch to the head.
Tosen throws a leg kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Tax Payer misses with a hook.
Tosen checks a leg kick.
Tosen tries to land a front kick but Tax Payer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tosen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tax Payer. Tax Payer obviously looking to wear him down. #T2#
Tosen misses with a low kick as Tax Payer jumps back.
Tax Payer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tax Payer dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tosen. That did some damage!
A chopping leg kick lands by Tax Payer.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tosen scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tax Payer in his tracks.
Tax Payer looks to land a body kick but Tosen moved away.
Tax Payer getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tosen appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Nice jab there from Tosen.
Tax Payer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tosen.
Tax Payer with the inside leg kick.
Tosen chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tax Payer can pounce on him.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick
and Tax Payer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tosen scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tax Payer doesn't seem bothered though.
Tax Payer throws a sloppy body shot
and Tosen counters with a low kick, right behind Tax Payer 's knee.
Tax Payer tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tosen is able to avoid easily.#T3#
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tosen manages to avoid it.
Tosen lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Tosen looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
Tax Payer explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Tosen throws a leg kick but Tax Payer moved away.
Tax Payer scores with a nice head shot.
Nice defenses there by Tosen.
Tosen's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tosen throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Tosen blocks a low kick nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Tosen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tosen flicks out a counter leg kick but Tax Payer steps away.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tosen now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tosen flicks out a counter leg kick but Tax Payer steps away.
Tosen on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tosen throws a big shot that misses.
Tosen takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tax Payer tried to counter with a leg kick but Tosen avoided it.
Tax Payer tries a low kick but Tosen avoids it.
Tosen was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T4#
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tosen counters with a stiff right hand.
Tax Payer fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tosen looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tosen scores with a shot to the body.
Tax Payer throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
Tosen looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Tosen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tosen takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Tosen throws a leg kick
and Tax Payer counters with an inside leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but Tosen avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Tosen.
Tax Payer throws an overhand right that lands on Tosen's shoulder, as Tosen tries to avoid the shot.
Good standup being displayed there by Tax Payer as he connects with a hook.
Tax Payer walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tosen avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Tosen.
Tosen takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tax Payer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tosen can do to turn this around?
Tosen needs to keep his hands up - Tax Payer had a free shot at his head there.
Tosen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tosen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tax Payer lands with a hook. Tosen tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tax Payer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tosen throws out a counter right but Tax Payer avoids it with no problem.
Finnish Tax Payer is winning the standup battle so far.
Tosen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nice cross by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer scores with a spinning back kick!
Tax Payer misses with a body shot.
Tosen let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tosen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tax Payer finds it's way round the side to connect with Tosen's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer throws a leg kick which misses Tosen's front leg but catches the back leg as Tosen tries to avoid it.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick that knocks Tosen off balance momentarily.#T1#
Tax Payer fails to land with a series of punches.
Tosen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tosen ducks right into an uppercut from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tosen changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tosen lands a nice shot to the body.
Tosen throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Tosen avoids the punch easily.
A nice side step and Tosen releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Tosen.
Some bone on bone action there as Tax Payer checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Tosen tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tax Payer is able to avoid easily.
Tax Payer avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tax Payer walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tosen checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Tosen doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tax Payer scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tax Payer stalks Tosen and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tosen's face. Tosen staggers backwards, shaken.
Tosen finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tax Payer seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#T2#
Tosen chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tosen is looking to score with low kicks.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tosen takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tosen lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A low kick lands for Tax Payer.
A slow jab from Tosen misses its intended target.
Tosen throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer wants to land a leg kick but Tosen is out of range.
Tax Payer scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A low kick from Tax Payer is predictable there
enabling Tosen to counter with a crisp jab.
Tosen looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Tax Payer catches Tosen with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tosen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer. #T3#
Tosen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tax Payer misses with a double jab.
Tosen now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tosen.
A countering left hand to the body from Tosen misses.
Finnish Tax Payer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A shot to the body from Tax Payer misses
and Tosen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tax Payer lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Tosen crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Tax Payer - the referee stops the clock and Tosen gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Tax Payer. Tosen manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Tosen misses with a body kick.
Tosen throws an off balance right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a good low kick that Tosen was not able to check.
Tosen avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tax Payer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer scores with a leg kick.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick that knocks Tosen off balance momentarily.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Tosen might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Tax Payer has got the better of the exchanges.
Tosen just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer lands a jab to the nose.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tosen.
Tax Payer tries to bum rush Tosen with a series of wild strikes but Tosen uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tosen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Tosen blocks it.
Tax Payer connects with an inside leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Tosen.
Tax Payer throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tax Payer tries to land a front kick but Tosen steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tosen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tax Payer thows a leg kick but Tosen checks it
and Tosen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tax Payer cracks Tosen with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tosen.
Tax Payer blocks a low kick nicely.
Tosen buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Tax Payer tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tosen is able to avoid easily.
Tax Payer lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Tosen was well out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Tosen misses.
Tosen throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer throws a low kick, looking for Tosen's leg but Tosen calmly moves out of range.
Tax Payer buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tosen moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
Tosen throws out a counter right but Tax Payer avoids it with no problem.
Tosen avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tax Payer throws an off balance right hand
and Tosen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tax Payer throws a right hand that misses
and Tosen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice shot by Tosen.
Tax Payer throws a chopping leg kick but Tosen manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tosen scores with a body shot.
Tax Payer scores with a leg kick.
Tax Payer misses with a lunging right hand
letting Tosen counter with a right hand. #T1#
Tax Payer feints and then cracks Tosen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tosen down.
Tosen throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tax Payer 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.
A jab from Tax Payer misses.
Tosen moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
Tosen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A telegraphed right hand from Tosen misses the target.
Tax Payer misses with a combination
and Tosen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tax Payer 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.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick
and Tosen counters with a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tosen is able to avoid easily.
Tax Payer scores with a decent looking hook.
Tax Payer dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tosen. That did some damage!
Tax Payer tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tosen is able to avoid easily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tosen. That's going to slow Tax Payer down. #T2#
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tosen.
Tosen tries a quick counter leg kick but Tax Payer is wise to it.
The fighters circling - Tax Payer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick
and Tosen makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tosen checks a leg kick.
Tosen throws out a leg kick but Tax Payer moves out of range and Tosen only half commits.
Tax Payer went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Tax Payer thuds his right hand into Tosen's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tosen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Tosen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Tosen misses.
Tax Payer throws an overhand right that lands on Tosen's shoulder, as Tosen tries to avoid the shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Tosen misses.
A big right from Tosen misses.
An inside leg kick lands from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tosens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nice body kick there by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T3#
Tax Payer throws a sloppy head kick and Tosen moves out of range easily.
Tosen throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
Tosen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Tax Payer throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
The fighters circling - Tosen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tax Payer tried to counter with a leg kick but Tosen avoided it.
Tosen takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tax Payer stuffs the takedown attempt from Tosen. Tosen gets slowly back to his feet.
Tosen tries to move into range but Tax Payer moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tax Payer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tosen misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
Tosen looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick as Tosen jumps back.#T4#
A lazy body kick from Tax Payer
and Tosen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tosen checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A jab from Tosen misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Tax Payer misses the target.
Tosen on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut
and Tosen makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Tosen has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tosen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A jab from Tosen misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Tosen blocks the leg kick.
Tax Payer takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Tosen throws a wild body kick that Tax Payer sees coming a mile off.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tosen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Tosen ducked under it nicely.
Mama Tosen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tosen throws a leg kick which misses Tax Payer's front leg but catches the back leg as Tax Payer tries to avoid it.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Finnish Tax Payer.
Well Tax Payer 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 Jorge Garcia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:28
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: C281: Nakagawa vs Gunnarsson
Date: Feb 25, 2024

#R1#
Albatross cracks a nice hook into Tax Payer's ribs.
Tax Payer blocks a head kick by Albatross.
Tax Payer is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Albatross with a body shot.
Tax Payer throws an off balance right hand
and Albatross counters with a nice uppercut.
Albatross wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Albatross needs to keep his hands up - Tax Payer had a free shot at his head there.
Tax Payer misses with a hook #KD#
and Albatross counters with a nice right hand that sends Tax Payer toppling to the canvas! Tax Payer scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Albatross finish him?!#ROC#Tax Payer is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Albatross swings widly with a right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a straight right hand.
Albatross digs a good body shot into Tax Payer's ribs.
Albatross throws a front kick aimed at Tax Payer's knee but Tax Payer avoids it well. #T1#
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Albatross.
Albatross throws a poor cross that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Albatross explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Albatross 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. #KD#
Albatross feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Tax Payer sprawling to the canvas! Tax Payer rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Albatross finish him?!
Tax Payer is still on wobbly legs! Can Albatross finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Albatross cracks Tax Payer with an open hand slap.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T2#
Tax Payer takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tax Payer seems to have recovered his senses.
An inside leg kick lands from Albatross.
Tax Payer throws a combination that misses
and Albatross counters with a leg kick. #KD#
Albatross lands a big right hand that sends Tax Payer crashing to the mat! Albatross stays standing though and waves Tax Payer back to his feet!
Tax Payer closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Albatross throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Albatross thumps Tax Payer with a low kick.#T3#
Albatross misses with a low kick as Tax Payer jumps back.
Good leg kick by Albatross.
Tax Payer takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Albatross looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tax Payer throws a right hand that misses
and Albatross counters with a stiff right hand. #KD#
Albatross lands a big uppercut and Tax Payer crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Tax Payer looks OK. Albatross waves Tax Payer back to his feet!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Albatross.
Albatross knocks out Tax Payer with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Albatross before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Albatross picks up the big W with a huge KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Johnny Albatross!
Johnny Albatross retains his featherweight title!
An out of breath Johnny Albatross thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: C279: Nakagawa vs Barkley
Date: Feb 18, 2024

#R1#
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Otori moves away and avoids it.
Otori throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Otori.
Tax Payer throws a lazy right hand but Otori sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but Otori avoids it.
Otori tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Otori.
Tax Payer is looking to chop away at Otori's legs.
Otori jabs Tax Payer to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Otori throws out the jab.
We've been told by Otori's head coaches at Grove Street Boxing that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Tax Payer throws a series of punches but Otori avoids them all with ease.
Otori feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Otori lands with a cross.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Otori is out of range.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Tax Payer pivots, looking for a leg kick but Otori is out of range and Tax Payer settles back down.
A little feinted left hand from Otori on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Otori tries to work over Tax Payer's front leg with a kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Otori looks to land a body kick but Tax Payer moved away.
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer swings widly with a right hand
and Otori connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Otori looks to land a body kick but Tax Payer moved away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Otori checks a leg kick. #T1#
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Otori is out of range.
Otori throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Otori blocks a jab.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
Otori loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Otori thumps Tax Payer with a low kick.
Otori misses with a straight right.
Tax Payer lands with a straight right. Otori didn't see that one coming.
Otori slips a jab from Tax Payer.
Otori ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
An attempted straight right counter from Otori misses the target.
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Otori moved out of range nicely.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Otori slips the punch.
Otori clobbers Tax Payer with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Otori blocks a low kick nicely.
Tax Payer rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Otori moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Otori defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Otori thinks about countering with a body kick.
Tax Payer is looking to chop away at Otori's legs.
Otori misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tax Payer lands a nice shot to the body. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tax Payer throws a front kick aimed at Otori's knee but Otori avoids it well.
Otori misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Otori misses the jab.
Otori closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Otori throws a low kick but Tax Payer avoids it.
Otori throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
As Tax Payer backs away, Otori returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Both fighters circling a little - Otori finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Otori moves away.
Tax Payer avoids a kick to the body.
A solid body kick from Otori.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Otori down with leg kicks.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Otori avoids the punch easily.
A low kick lands for Tax Payer.
Otori walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tax Payer checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Tax Payer walks forward, straight into a front kick from Otori.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Otori.
Otori feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T3#
Otori takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Tax Payer misses.
A jab from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer walks forward, straight into a front kick from Otori.
Otori uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tax Payer.
Otori goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target.
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Otori.
Otori throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
Tax Payer throws a right hand that Otori ducks under and follows up with a left that Otori also avoids with ease.
Otori has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tax Payer.
Otori misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer lands with a cross.
Otori throws a body kick that misses.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Otori.
Otori catches Tax Payer with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Otori connects with a jab.
Otori looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
Otori missing with a left hand there. Tax Payer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Otori down with leg kicks. #T4#
Tax Payer missing with a left hand there. Otori was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Otori scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tax Payer is looking to land body kicks.
Otori missing with a left hand there. Tax Payer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Otori ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Otori uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer works the jab nicely.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
Tax Payer throws a head kick but Otori moves out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tax Payer 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 Otori has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Otori and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A looping hook to the body misses from Otori. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
A countering left hand to the body from Tax Payer misses.
Nice jab there from Otori.
Tax Payer connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Otori momentarily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Otori.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick which misses Otori's front leg but catches the back leg as Otori tries to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Otori down with leg kicks.
A telegraphed right hand from Tax Payer misses the target.
Otori steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws out a loose jab but Otori uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Finnish Tax Payer 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#
Otori takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
As Tax Payer backs away, Otori returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Otori ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Otori listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer avoids a kick to the body.
Tax Payer throws a predictable looking body shot
and Otori counters with a thumping low kick.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer lands with a good body shot.
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Otori ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Tax Payer looks to throw a body kick
and Otori counters with a slapping leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Tax Payer blocks the low kick.
Otori dips to his left and cracks Tax Payer with an uppercut!
Otori just misses with a punch to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
A combination from Tax Payer does no damage.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Otori checks it.
Otori blocks a jab.#T1#
Otori throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Otori throws a body kick that misses.
Tax Payer tests Otori's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tax Payer tries to score with a low kick but Otori moves his leg out of the way.
Otori bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Otori was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Otori.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tax Payer! But no joy.
Otori throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Otori throws a body kick.
Tax Payer goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Tax Payer misses the jab.
Otori slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Otori.
Otori looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
A countering left hand to the body from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Otori jabs Tax Payer to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
Otori swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Shigeru Otori is winning the standup battle so far.
Tax Payer misses with a hook to the body
and Otori counters with a right hand to the body.
Some bone on bone action there as Otori checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Otori jabs at Tax Payer's body.#T2#
Tax Payer walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Otori ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Tax Payer connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Otori momentarily.
Otori misses with a low kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer misses with a lunging right hand
and Tax Payer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A big left from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Otori moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tax Payer motions for Otori to come forward. Tax Payer throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Otori throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Otori closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Otori scores with a hook.
Otori defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Otori checks it.
Tax Payer with the inside leg kick.
Otori is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick that is checked
and Otori counters with a right hand to the body.
Tax Payer lands with a nice body punch.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3#
Tax Payer lands a right hook to the body.
Nice defenses there by Otori.
Otori misses with a head kick.
Tax Payer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Otori.
Tax Payer takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tax Payer connects with an inside leg kick.
Some wild striking there from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Otori's head but Otori sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tax Payer throws out a loose jab but Otori uses good head movement to avoid it.
Otori blocks a jab.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Otori lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A punch combination from Otori misses.
Tax Payer throws out a loose jab but Otori uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer wants to land a leg kick but Otori is out of range.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Otori was well out of range.
Tax Payer takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot. #T4#
Otori throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tax Payer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Otori misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Otori blocks a jab.
An inside leg kick lands from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer tries a head kick but it misses.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Otori moves away.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Otori manages to avoid it.
Otori showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tax Payer.
A nice leg kick from Tax Payer, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Otori is out of range.
Tax Payer throws a shot to the body.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but Otori avoids it.
It looked like Otori wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Otori misses the jab.
Tax Payer throws a push kick but Otori slaps the foot to one side.
Otori was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Otori ducks down to avoid it.
Otori staying out of range there.
Tax Payer throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Tax Payer checks the leg kick.
Shigeru Otori has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Otori 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 Tax Payer has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tax Payer and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Otori motions for Tax Payer to come forward. Otori throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Otori blocks a jab.
Otori throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer takes a swing at Otori's ribcage but misses.
Tax Payer fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Otori.
Otori throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tax Payer on the side of the head.
Otori thuds a left hand into Tax Payer's body.
Otori slips under a jab.
A big right from Otori misses.
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Otori moved out of range nicely.
Otori goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Otori throws a leg kick but Tax Payer checks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Otori lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Otori finds it's way round the side to connect with Tax Payer's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A jab from Tax Payer does it's job there.
Tax Payer lands a head shot.#T1#
Tax Payer throws the kick towards the body but Otori avoids it.
Tax Payer throws a nice looking combination but Otori bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tax Payer stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tax Payer slips a jab and a cross from Otori.
Otori throws a low kick, looking for Tax Payer's leg but Tax Payer calmly moves out of range.
Otori tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Otori.
Tax Payer throws a nice outside leg kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Otori.
Tax Payer listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer slips a jab and a cross from Otori.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Otori keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tax Payer.
Otori blocks a head kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Otori counters with an inside leg kick.
Otori staying out of range there.
Otori on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tax Payer. Tax Payer obviously looking to wear him down.
A good leg kick by Tax Payer.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Otori throws out a leg kick but Tax Payer moves out of range and Otori only half commits. #T2#
Tax Payer showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Otori.
Otori misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer lands with a shot to the body.
Tax Payer's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Tax Payer duly obliges.
Tax Payer scores with a sloppy right hand. Otori should have avoided that one.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Otori is able to avoid easily.
Otori misses with a straight right.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A punch lands to the side of Otori 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Otori tests Tax Payer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tax Payer lands a slapping body shot.
Tax Payer lands an overhand right.
A nice inside leg kick there by Otori. That's going to slow Tax Payer down.
Tax Payer connects with a solid leg kick.
Good leg kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Tax Payer throws an off balance right hand
and Otori counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tax Payer has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Otori avoids the punch easily.
Otori looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Otori stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tax Payer.
Otori misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tax Payer drops his hands momentarily and Otori takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tax Payer needs to keep his hands up - Otori had a free shot at his head there.
Otori uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Otori appears to be looking for a big counter.
Tax Payer chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Nice cross by Tax Payer.
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!
Tax Payer thows a leg kick but Otori checks it
and Otori counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tax Payer's knee momentarily.
Tax Payer takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tax Payer lands a nice shot that snaps Otori's head back.
Otori swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Otori lands a slapping body shot.
Otori throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Otori avoids it easily.#T4#
Otori checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tax Payer looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Otori moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
It looked like Otori was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tax Payer.
Otori tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tax Payer is able to avoid easily.
Tax Payer pivots, looking for a leg kick but Otori is out of range and Tax Payer settles back down.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Otori throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Tax Payer buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer missing with a left hand there. Otori was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tax Payer tries a head kick but it misses.
It looked like Otori wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Otori's head but Otori sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Otori cracks Tax Payer with a good jab.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer lands a glancing blow to the side of Otori's head.
Otori slips under a jab.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the jaw.
Otori misses with a wild body shot.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Finnish Tax Payer.
Well Tax Payer 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Finnish Tax Payer!
Finnish Tax Payer thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: C272: Payer vs Albatross
Date: Jan 21, 2024

#R1#
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Albatross.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Albatross misses with a hook.
A good leg kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer swings widly with a right hand
and Albatross counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Albatross misses with a looping left.
Albatross 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.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses
and Albatross counters with a straight right hand.
Tax Payer 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.
Albatross dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Albatross throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer throws a big counter combination but Albatross scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T1#
Tax Payer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Albatross throws a right hand that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A slow jab from Albatross misses its intended target.
Albatross avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Albatross scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tax Payer doesn't seem bothered though.
Albatross throws a lazy uppercut
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Albatross throws a head kick that misses.
It looked like Tax Payer was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Albatross misses with a looping left.#T2#
Albatross misses with a series of wild punches.
Tax Payer thinks about countering with a head kick.
Albatross throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Albatross throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Albatross keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Albatross misses with a low kick as Tax Payer jumps back.
A counter left hand to the body from Tax Payer misses its target.
Albatross drops his hands momentarily and Tax Payer takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T3#
Albatross lands a nice looking kick to the body. Tax Payer takes a step back to recover.
Albatross misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Albatross throws a front kick aimed at Tax Payer's knee but Tax Payer avoids it well.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A jab from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer throws a one two combo.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Albatross sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tax Payer lands a head shot.#T4#
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Albatross ducked under it nicely.
Albatross swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Albatross lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Albatross.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target.
Tax Payer looking to land some kicks to the body here.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Albatross! But no joy.
Tax Payer throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Albatross connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Albatross throws a predictable looking body shot
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Johnny Albatross 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#
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Albatross throws out the jab.
Good shot there by Albatross.#KD2#
Albatross lands a big right hand that sends Tax Payer crashing to the mat! Albatross stays standing though and waves Tax Payer back to his feet!#ROC2#Tax Payer is rocked!
Albatross has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tax Payer walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Tax Payer limp body while Albatross jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Johnny Albatross!
Johnny Albatross is the new featherweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Johnny Albatross thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

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

#R1#
Tax Payer throws an off balance right hand
and Tosen counters with a nice body kick.
Tax Payer throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tosen on the side of the head.
Tosen throws a lazy uppercut
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tosen throws a body kick that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Tax Payer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tosen doesn't seem bothered though.
Tax Payer misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer throws a sloppy head kick and Tosen moves out of range easily.
Jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T1#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tosen.
Tosen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Tosen moved out of range.
It looked like Tosen was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tax Payer.
Tosen defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
And Tosen counters with a quick kick to the body but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tosen walks into a jab.
Tosen looks to land a body kick but Tax Payer moved away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tax Payer! But no joy.
Tax Payer lands a nice shot that snaps Tosen's head back.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses. #T2#
Tosen throws a solid leg kick but Tax Payer takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tosen.
Tax Payer takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Tosen avoids it easily.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
Tosen looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tosen throws a lazy uppercut
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Tosen saw that one coming.
Tax Payer feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tosens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Tosen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws out a counter right but Tosen avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Tax Payer connects with a looping right hand.
Tax Payer defending well as Tosen loads up on a big left hand.
Tosen cracks Tax Payer with a good jab.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
Tosen throws a series of strikes that have Tax Payer backpedaling.
Tosen misses with a leg kick.
Tosen pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tax Payer is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tosen had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Tosen misses with a right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a stiff right hand.
Tosen lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T4#
Tax Payer moves out of range of the body kick.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Tosen moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tax Payer misses with a lunging right hand
and Tosen counters with a stiff right hand.
Tax Payer lands with a straight right. Tosen didn't see that one coming.
Tosen dodges the punch combination from Tax Payer.
Tosen swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer lands with a right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer 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##KD#
Tosen sends Tax Payer crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Tosen is motioning to the referee to let Tax Payer up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Tax Payer misses with a hook.
Tosen ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Tosen was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tosen throws a poor cross that misses
and Tax Payer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tosen dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tax Payer. That did some damage!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tosen looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Tax Payer keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tax Payer keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tosen throws out the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tax Payer! But no joy.#T1#
Tax Payer getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Tosen might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Tax Payer connects with a nice looking jab.
Tosen gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Tax Payer counters with a stiff right hand. #KD2#
Tax Payer lands a big uppercut and Tosen crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Tosen looks OK. Tax Payer waves Tosen back to his feet!#ROC2#Tosen is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer drops Tosen with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Tosen! Tax Payer dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Finnish Tax Payer!
Finnish Tax Payer is the new featherweight champion!
Finnish Tax Payer thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: C265: Tosen vs Myers II
Date: Dec 31, 2023

#R1#
Khalidovic throws a right hand that Tax Payer ducks under and follows up with a left that Tax Payer also avoids with ease.
Khalidovic ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Khalidovic is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Khalidovic with a nice calf kick.
Nice uppercut there from Khalidovic.
A telegraphed right hand from Tax Payer misses the target.
Khalidovic misses with a straight left.
An attempted straight right counter from Tax Payer misses the target.
Khalidovic pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range and Khalidovic settles back down.
Tax Payer thumps Khalidovic with a low kick.
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Khalidovic moved out of range nicely.
Khalidovic scores with a leg kick.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Khalidovic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tax Payer.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tax Payer scores with a leg kick.
Tax Payer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Khalidovic throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tax Payer.
Khalidovic throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Khalidovic avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer lands with a straight right. Khalidovic didn't see that one coming.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Khalidovic misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Nice jab there from Khalidovic.
Khalidovic lands a head shot.
Khalidovic tries to land a leg kick but Tax Payer saw it coming and moves away.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Khalidovic.
An inside leg kick from Khalidovic misses.
Tax Payer cracks Khalidovic with a right hand to the side of the head.#T1#
Khalidovic with the inside leg kick.
Khalidovic with the inside leg kick.
Khalidovic takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Finnish Tax Payer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Khalidovic scores with a one two! Tax Payer had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Tax Payer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Khalidovic has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tax Payer.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
Khalidovic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Khalidovic shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Tax Payer appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Tax Payer takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tax Payer's corner calls for a 1-2. Tax Payer obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Khalidovic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Khalidovic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
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!
Tax Payer misses the jab.
Tax Payer scores with a jab.
A head kick from Tax Payer lands but Khalidovic takes it in his stride.
Khalidovic lands a high kick!
Tax Payer connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Khalidovic's hands.
Tax Payer darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tax Payer on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Khalidovic. Khalidovic obviously looking to wear him down.
Khalidovic throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tax Payer.
Khalidovic feints and then cracks Tax Payer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tax Payer down. #T2#
Khalidovic attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Tax Payer wants to slow Khalidovic down by chopping away at his legs.
Khalidovic misses with a head kick.
Tax Payer wants to land a leg kick but Khalidovic is out of range.
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Khalidovic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tax Payer scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tax Payer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A jab from Khalidovic misses.
Tax Payer throws a front kick aimed at Khalidovic's knee but Khalidovic avoids it well.
Tax Payer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Khalidovic.
Horrible takedown attempt by Khalidovic or perhaps it was just good defense by Tax Payer, which made it look bad.
Khalidovic lands a jab to the head.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Khalidovic sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Khalidovic throws a big shot that misses.
Tax Payer buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Khalidovic throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer lands a lovely overhand right.
Khalidovic scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tax Payer lands with an overhand left.#T3#
Tax Payer lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
A big left from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer misses with a wild combination.
Tax Payer takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tax Payer falls off balance throwing a combination
and Khalidovic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Khalidovic connects with an inside leg kick.
Tax Payer takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Khalidovic misses with a looping right.
Tax Payer thows a leg kick but Khalidovic checks it
and Khalidovic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Khalidovic wants to slow Tax Payer down by chopping away at his legs.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tax Payer.
Khalidovic on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Khalidovic stuns Tax Payer with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tax Payer lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Khalidovic circles away quickly and effectively.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tax Payer.
A jab from Tax Payer finds it's way through Khalidovic's defenses.
Tax Payer tries a low kick but Khalidovic avoids it.#T4#
Khalidovic misses with a low kick.
Khalidovic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Khalidovic flicks out a counter leg kick but Tax Payer steps away.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Tax Payer enables Khalidovic to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Tax Payer manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Khalidovic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tax Payer swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Khalidovic stops Tax Payer from standing up.
Khalidovic trying to control but Tax Payer is working from the bottom.
Khalidovic content to stall in guard here.
Tax Payer is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Khalidovic is controlling him.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Khalidovic looking to pass the guard.
Khalidovic wants to control from the top but Tax Payer keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
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 Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Khalidovic checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Khalidovic strikes.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Khalidovic sees it coming and moves out of range.
Khalidovic throws out a counter right but Tax Payer avoids it with no problem.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Khalidovic saw that one coming.
A chopping leg kick lands by Khalidovic.
Khalidovic is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Khalidovic.
A head kick misses from Khalidovic.
Khalidovic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A combination from Khalidovic does no damage.
Khalidovic gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tax Payer lands a head kick. Khalidovic smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Khalidovic tries to land a leg kick but Tax Payer saw it coming and moves away.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jab by Tax Payer.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Khalidovic was well out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tax Payer.
Khalidovic checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Khalidovic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
An inside leg kick from Tax Payer misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Khalidovic! But no joy.
Khalidovic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tax Payer looks to land a combination but Khalidovic avoids it well. #T1#
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer lands with a thumping leg kick.
Khalidovic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Khalidovic lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tax Payer circles away quickly and effectively.
Khalidovic with a nice calf kick.
A big left from Tax Payer misses.
Khalidovic 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.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Khalidovic is out of range.
Tax Payer lands a jab to Khalidovic's midsection.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Khalidovic moves away.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tax Payer.
Khalidovic slips under a jab.
Good shot there by Khalidovic.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Khalidovic down with leg kicks.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tax Payer.
Khalidovic throws a big shot that 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!
Khalidovic scores with a leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Khalidovic is looking to score with low kicks.
Khalidovic attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target. #T2#
Khalidovic throws a leg kick but Tax Payer sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Khalidovic takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Khalidovic's head but Khalidovic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Khalidovic avoids it easily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tax Payer.
Khalidovic lands a nice hook to Tax Payer's body. Tax Payer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Finnish Tax Payer is winning the standup battle so far.
Khalidovic ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Khalidovic tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
Khalidovic tries to land a leg kick but Tax Payer saw it coming and moves away.
Khalidovic thuds a left hand into Tax Payer's body.
Khalidovic misses with a hook.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Khalidovic.
Khalidovic misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Khalidovic listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Khalidovic's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Khalidovic blocks a jab.
Khalidovic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tax Payer.
A little jabbing left from Khalidovic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Khalidovic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Khalidovic misses with a hook.
Khalidovic punishes Tax Payer's body with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Khalidovic shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tax Payer as he jumps to the side.
Khalidovic gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tax Payer throws a quick inside leg kick.
Khalidovic avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Khalidovic moves out of range.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Khalidovic moves away.
It seemed like Khalidovic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tax Payer throws a nice outside leg kick.
Khalidovic throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Khalidovic takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Khalidovic throws a head kick but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Khalidovic will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Khalidovic moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Khalidovic.
Tax Payer fires out a quick counter leg kick but Khalidovic just manages to avoid it.
Khalidovic listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Khalidovic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer.
Khalidovic misses with a straight left.
Good leg kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer slips under a jab from Khalidovic.
Tax Payer scores with a sloppy right hand. Khalidovic should have avoided that one. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer misses with a straight right.
A leg kick checked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Khalidovic throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Khalidovic slips under a jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Khalidovic.
Khalidovic moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Khalidovic.
Khalidovic lands with a hook. Tax Payer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Khalidovic slips the punch.
A little jabbing left from Khalidovic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Khalidovic scores with a decent looking hook.
Khalidovic connects with an inside leg kick.
Khalidovic ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer scores with a punch to the head.
Khalidovic avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Khalidovic sees it coming and moves out of range.
Khalidovic moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
Khalidovic throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer lunges at Khalidovic with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Khalidovic's hand.
Khalidovic cracks Tax Payer with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that second round.
That's time! Tax Payer's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Khalidovic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Mamed Khalidovic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Khalidovic takes one on the button.
Khalidovic throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Khalidovic lands a leg kick that knocks Tax Payer off balance momentarily.
Khalidovic goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
A punch combination from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer takes one to the side of the head.
Khalidovic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Khalidovic.
Tax Payer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Khalidovic.
Good leg kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Khalidovic shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Tax Payer eats them both and turns towards Khalidovic to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Khalidovic pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tax Payer scores with a jab.
Tax Payer takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Tax Payer connects with a right hand. Khalidovic shakes it off.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Tax Payer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A head kick from Tax Payer lands but Khalidovic takes it in his stride. #T1#
Khalidovic throws a sloppy head kick and Tax Payer moves out of range easily.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Khalidovic's head but Khalidovic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A telegraphed right hand from Khalidovic misses the target.
Tax Payer throws a big counter combination but Khalidovic scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Khalidovic shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tax Payer defends it nicely.
Khalidovic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Khalidovic.
Khalidovic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tax Payer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Khalidovic.
Khalidovic takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Khalidovic moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Khalidovic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Khalidovic misses with a body kick.
Tax Payer jabs at Khalidovic's body.
Khalidovic changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Tax Payer tries to avoid it but Khalidovic manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Tax Payer to the ground. Tax Payer escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Khalidovic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tax Payer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tax Payer throws a one two combo.
Good work by Tax Payer as he checks the leg kick.
Tax Payer scores with a sloppy right hand. Khalidovic should have avoided that one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer tests Khalidovic's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
Tax Payer checks the leg kick.
Tax Payer lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Khalidovic at a distance.
Khalidovic on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tax Payer. Tax Payer obviously looking to wear him down.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick.
Tax Payer with a hook.
A swing and a miss from Khalidovic.
Khalidovic gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer lands a head kick!
Khalidovic has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer checks a leg kick nicely.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tax Payer.
A low kick lands for Tax Payer.
Khalidovic scores with a nice head shot.
Nice shot by Tax Payer.#T3#
Khalidovic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Khalidovic.
Sloppy strikes from Khalidovic. Those never looked like landing.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Khalidovic.
Khalidovic looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
Tax Payer scores with the left hand. Khalidovic knows he should have avoided that one.
Tax Payer misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Khalidovic lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tax Payer takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tax Payer cracks a nice hook into Khalidovic's ribs.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
A little jabbing left from Khalidovic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A low kick lands for Tax Payer.
Nice jab there from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Khalidovic throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer avoids the head kick by Khalidovic.
Tax Payer scores with a leg kick.
Tax Payer scores with a leg kick.
Tax Payer plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Tax Payer throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Khalidovic.#T4#
Khalidovic jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Khalidovic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Khalidovic on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Khalidovic takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer works Khalidovic's body with a nice hook.
Khalidovic getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A slow jab from Khalidovic misses its intended target.
Khalidovic throws a series of punches but Tax Payer avoids them all with ease.
Some wild striking there from Khalidovic.
A quick step to the side and Tax Payer tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Khalidovic lands a jab to the head.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Khalidovic takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
No joy there for Tax Payer, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Khalidovic walks into a left hand.
Tax Payer thuds his right hand into Khalidovic's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Khalidovic swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 30:28
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 30:28
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: C256: Matsuzaka vs Magrath II
Date: Dec 03, 2023

#R1#
Ferkingstad swings widly with a right hand
and Tax Payer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#It looks like Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad has been cut.
Tax Payer scores with a nice strike.
Tax Payer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Ferkingstad slips the punch.
Ferkingstad tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ferkingstad throws a sloppy body shot
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ferkingstad pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Ferkingstad ducked under it nicely.
Ohhhhh! A huge head kick from Tax Payer! Ferkingstad is out on his feet! Tax Payer rushes in and throws more strikes. The ref is looking closely - Ferkingstad is covering up but the punishment is just too much and the ref steps in to stop the fight! Ferkingstad is staring into space, just thankful that the beatdown has ended. Brutal finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Finnish Tax Payer!
Finnish Tax Payer decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: C252: Myers vs Otori
Date: Nov 26, 2023

#R1#
Tosen cracks Tax Payer with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tosen misses with an uppercut.
Tosen ducks right into an uppercut from Tax Payer.
Tosen throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tosen scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tosen throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tosen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Tax Payer crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Tosen - the referee stops the clock and Tax Payer gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Tosen. Tax Payer manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Tosen takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tosen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tosen misses with a kick to the body.
Tosen tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tax Payer is able to avoid easily.
Tosen throws a right hand that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tax Payer takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tosen slips a jab from Tax Payer.
Tosen takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Mama Tosen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.#T1#
Tosen looks for the body kick but Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Tax Payer connects with a body shot.
Tosen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Good leg kick by Tosen.
The fighters circle momentarily. Tax Payer darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tosen scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tosen misses with an uppercut
and Tax Payer counters with a straight right hand.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Tosen throws a body kick.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Tax Payer fires out a quick counter leg kick but Tosen just manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Tosen fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tax Payer has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tosen throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
A quick step to the side and Tax Payer tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tosen throws an off balance right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
A decent looking cross lands there for Tosen.
Tax Payer looks to score with a jab to the body but Tosen is just out of range.
It seemed like Tosen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tosen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Tax Payer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tosen looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Tax Payer jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the body kick.
Tax Payer takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tosen misses with a kick to the body.
A jab from Tosen misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Tax Payer misses its target.
Tosen misses with a looping right.
Tax Payer appears to be looking for a big counter.
Jab by Tosen.
Tosen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tosen throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tax Payer stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Nice cross by Tosen.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Tosen slips the punch.#T3#
A chopping leg kick lands by Tosen.
Tosen buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Tosen blocks it.
Tosen throws a body kick that misses.
Tax Payer slips under a jab from Tosen.
Tax Payer is looking for a counter combo.
Tosen throws the kick towards the body but Tax Payer avoids it.
Tax Payer 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.
Tax Payer walks forward, straight into a front kick from Tosen.
Tosen scores with a nice head shot.
Tosen connects with a body shot that sends Tax Payer's belly button to the back.
Tosen throws the kick towards the body but Tax Payer avoids it.
Tax Payer walks into a jab.
Tosen lands a nice shot to the body.
Tax Payer has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tosen finds it's way round the side to connect with Tax Payer's head. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tosen lands with a kick to the ribs.
Tosen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tosen is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tax Payer had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.#CL#
Tax Payer clinches up with Tosen and pushes him back against the cage.
Tax Payer working aggressively here. #BC#
Tax Payer escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tosen connects with a nice looking jab.
Tosen bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head.
Tosen moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Tax Payer stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tosen.#CL#
Tax Payer instigates a clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tosen's elbow.
Tosen has a couple of punches blocked by Tax Payer.
Tosen blocking some punches.
Tosen blocks an uppercut.
Tax Payer's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mama Tosen dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Tosen scores with a hook to the body. Tax Payer takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Tosen moved out of range nicely.#CL#
Tax Payer rushes Tosen and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Tosen tries to work over Tax Payer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tax Payer avoiding damage as Tosen throws knees to the body.
A short uppercut from Tosen.
Tosen can't find room to land a body shot as Tax Payer controls the action.
Tosen tries to land knees in the clinch but Tax Payer avoids the damage to the body.
Tosen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tax Payer lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tosen lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tax Payer is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tosen softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tosen tries to work over Tax Payer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Tax Payer fails to land.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tax Payer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tax Payer throws a head punch that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tosen misses with a punch to the body.
Tosen working aggressively here. #T1#
Tax Payer doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tosen.
Tosen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tosen tries to work over Tax Payer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Tax Payer escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tosen throws the kick towards the body but Tax Payer avoids it.
Tosen looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tosen delivers a nice body kick.
Tosen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tax Payer's sensitive parts.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Tosen.
Tosen scores with a nice body kick.
Tosen lands a nice looking kick to the body. Tax Payer takes a step back to recover.
Tosen thuds his shin into the meat of Tax Payer's side.
Tosen changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Mama Tosen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A solid body kick from Tosen. #T2#
Tax Payer swings for the body but Tosen moves out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tosen lands a lovely overhand right.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tosen comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tax Payer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A quick step to the side and Tax Payer tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tosen throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tax Payer with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tosen to score with a decent uppercut.
Tosen scores with a spinning back kick!
Tosen looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tosen cracks Tax Payer with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tosen throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tosen manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer moves forwards but Tosen connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tax Payer walks forward, straight into a front kick from Tosen.#T3#
Tax Payer misses with a head kick.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Tosen strikes.
Tax Payer misses with a body kick.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Tosen.
Tax Payer takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Tax Payer wants to clinch up but Tosen keeps it at a distance.
Tosen throws a poor cross that misses
and Tax Payer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tosen looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Tosen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Tosen.
Tosen misses with a straight right.
A telegraphed right hand from Tosen misses the target.
Tosen tries to work over Tax Payer's front leg with a kick but Tax Payer checks it. #T4#
Tax Payer takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer is looking to land body kicks.
Tosen lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tosen throws a shot from downtown. Tax Payer moves away and avoids it.
Decent striking displayed by Tosen there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tosen looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Tosen throws a body kick.
Tosen throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tosen slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Tosen avoids it easily.
Tax Payer takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tosen avoids the head kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Tosen.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mama Tosen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Tosen throws a wild body kick that Tax Payer sees coming a mile off.
Finnish Tax Payer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tosen punishes Tax Payer's body with a nice straight punch.
A lazy left from Tosen finds it's target.
The fighters circling - Tosen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tax Payer will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Tosen misses with a left hand
and Tax Payer counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tosen tries to land a front kick but Tax Payer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tosen throws a shot from downtown. Tax Payer moves away and avoids it.
Tosen throws a body kick that misses.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tosen lands with a nice body kick.
Tosen throws a lazy uppercut
and Tax Payer counters with a straight right hand.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Tosen.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tosen listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tosen thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Tax Payer if he has to take too many more of those. #T1#
Tosen uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tax Payer has time to react.
Tosen misses with a looping right.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Tax Payer crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Tosen - the referee stops the clock and Tax Payer gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Tosen. Tax Payer manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Tosen throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tosen swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tax Payer takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tosen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Tosen throws a lazy body kick
and Tax Payer makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Tosen throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Tax Payer slips under a jab from Tosen.
A quick step to the side and Tax Payer tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tosen fakes the leg kick and cracks Tax Payer in the body.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Tosen.
Tosen throws a leg kick which misses Tax Payer's front leg but catches the back leg as Tax Payer tries to avoid it. #T2#
Good exchange - Tosen coming out on top.
Tosen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tax Payer.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tosen tried to score with a low kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Tosen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A lazy left from Tosen finds it's target.
Tosen misses with a left hand
and Tosen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jab by Tosen.
Tosen scores with a nice head shot.
Tosen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Tosen. That snapped Tax Payer's head back.
Tax Payer checks the leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Tax Payer misses the target.
Decent striking displayed by Tax Payer there.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Tosen.
A quick step to the side and Tax Payer tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T3#
Tosen misses the shot to the body.
Tosen misses the jab.
Tax Payer swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tosen takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Tosen lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A swing and a miss from Tosen.
Tax Payer tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tosen.
Tax Payer walks into a left hand.
Tosen lands with a straight right. Tax Payer didn't see that one coming.
Tosen misses with a kick to the body.
Tax Payer feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tax Payer blocks a leg kick.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T4#
Tosen misses the shot to the body.
Tosen throws a body kick that misses.
Tax Payer closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CL#
Tax Payer moves into 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!
Tosen lands with a short shot to the head.
Tax Payer lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tax Payer lands a right hand.
Tax Payer misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right hand to the body from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tax Payer blocks an uppercut.
Tosen scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short right from Tax Payer on the inside.
A short right from Tosen.
Tax Payer prevents a body shot from Tosen.
Tax Payer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tosen throws a punch but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tosen swings wildly with an uppercut but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mama Tosen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Tosen 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: C248: Obama vs Giovanni III
Date: Nov 12, 2023

#R1#
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Tax Payer misses the jab.
The fighters circling - Tax Payer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick that knocks Tax Payer off balance momentarily.
Tax Payer scores with a hook to the body. Jean Baptiste takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tax Payer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tax Payer with a nice cross.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Tax Payer has been working on his boxing with his coaches at FF Forever in the buildup to the fight.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Both fighters circling a little - Jean Baptiste finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer looks to throw a body kick
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste digs a good body shot into Tax Payer's ribs.
Tax Payer scoring well with a low kick there.
Jean Baptiste defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer tried to score with a low kick but Jean Baptiste checks it.#T1#
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Jean Baptiste ducks down to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Good standup being displayed there by Tax Payer as he connects with a hook.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tax Payer throws a chopping leg kick but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A slapping leg kick lands for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Nice body punch from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
Tax Payer is looking for a counter combo.
Tax Payer fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick. #T2#
Jean Baptiste is looking to land body kicks.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer connects with the punch.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tax Payer digs a good body shot into Jean Baptiste's ribs.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Tax Payer backing away here, and Jean Baptiste unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Tax Payer throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste connects with an inside leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a right and a left that Jean Baptiste avoids nicely.
Jean Baptiste lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Tax Payer moved away.
Tax Payer misses with a left hand
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jean Baptiste tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Jean Baptiste throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. #T3#
Tax Payer tests Jean Baptiste's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste cracks a nice hook into Tax Payer's ribs.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice outside leg kick.
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Tax Payer's front leg with a kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Tax Payer throws a big counter combination but Jean Baptiste scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Tax Payer will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jean Baptiste sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tax Payer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Tax Payer scoring well with a low kick there.
Tax Payer scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Jean Baptiste chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tax Payer can pounce on him.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Tax Payer's front leg with a kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T4#
A cross from Jean Baptiste lands.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jean Baptiste momentarily.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer scores with a nice head shot.
Tax Payer works over Jean Baptiste's head and body with a nice combination.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Good leg kick by Jean Baptiste.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A big right from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Jean Baptiste throws a solid leg kick but Tax Payer takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Good shot there by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice uppercut lands for Tax Payer. That snapped Jean Baptiste's head back.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
Jean Baptiste pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
Tax Payer has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Jean Baptiste avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jean Baptiste fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tax Payer looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tax Payer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jean Baptiste can do to turn this around?
Tax Payer on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. Jean Baptiste obviously looking to wear him down.
Jean Baptiste on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tax Payer. Tax Payer obviously looking to wear him down.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Nice jab there from Jean Baptiste.
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!
Tax Payer swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tax Payer misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick but Tax Payer moves out of range easily. #T1#
Tax Payer moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer scores with a nice right hand.
Jean Baptiste walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tax Payer checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jean Baptiste keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Jean Baptiste is looking to clinch.
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jean Baptiste on the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
That kick from Tax Payer tenderised Jean Baptiste's leg. Jean Baptiste is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Jean Baptiste lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Nice shot lands for Jean Baptiste.
A head kick from Tax Payer lands but Jean Baptiste takes it in his stride.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jab, jab by Jean Baptiste - just one landing.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.#T2#
Tax Payer misses with a looping left.
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Tax Payer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jean Baptiste appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Jean Baptiste might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Tax Payer has got the better of the exchanges.
Tax Payer fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jean Baptiste has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tax Payer connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
A little jabbing left from Jean Baptiste on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste connects with a solid leg kick.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a leg kick but Tax Payer saw it coming and moves away.
Jean Baptiste waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.#T3#
Jean Baptiste cracks Tax Payer with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tax Payer delivers a nice body kick.
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Jean Baptiste looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tax Payer throws a sloppy head kick and Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
Jean Baptiste throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Jean Baptiste throws a counter combo.
Tax Payer lands with an overhand left.
Jean Baptiste throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Tax Payer's head.
Tax Payer will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A jab from Tax Payer does it's job there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Tax Payer backing away here, and Jean Baptiste unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Jean Baptiste is looking to land body kicks.
Nice shot lands for Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.#T4#
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Jean Baptiste ducks down to avoid it.
A leg kick checked by Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Tax Payer fires out a quick counter leg kick but Jean Baptiste just manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A telegraphed right hand from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste lands a front kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Tax Payer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tax Payer lands a head shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tax Payer buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tax Payer finds it's way round the side to connect with Jean Baptiste's head.
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 Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Tax Payer takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target.
Jean Baptiste has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a body kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste walks into a stiff left hand from Tax Payer.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. That's going to slow Tax Payer down.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight left.
The fighters circling - Tax Payer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer thows a leg kick but Jean Baptiste checks it
and Jean Baptiste counters with a low kick, right behind Tax Payer 's knee.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jean Baptiste looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jean Baptiste misses with a kick to the body.
Tax Payer throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jean Baptiste.#T1#
Tax Payer cracks Jean Baptiste with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tax Payer lands a jab to the head.
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer wants to land a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tax Payer darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Tax Payer's front leg with a kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Jean Baptiste throws a push kick but Tax Payer slaps the foot to one side.
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer avoids a kick to the body.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Tax Payer bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Jean Baptiste connects with a crisp jab.
Tax Payer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A swing and a miss from Jean Baptiste.
Brady Jean Baptiste has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tax Payer scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tax Payer scores with a hook.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jean Baptiste on the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer connects with a nice looking jab.
Jean Baptiste is looking to land body kicks.
Tax Payer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste is looking to score with low kicks.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.#T3#
Jean Baptiste tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tax Payer is able to avoid easily.
Jean Baptiste tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tax Payer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Finnish Tax Payer is winning the standup battle so far.
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target.
Tax Payer connects with a jab.
A leg kick checked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab.
Tax Payer takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tax Payer fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jean Baptiste has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer moves out of range of the body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Tax Payer comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
A lazy left from Tax Payer finds it's target.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tax Payer scores with a body shot.
Tax Payer takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jean Baptiste 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 Tax Payer has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tax Payer and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tax Payer checks a low kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick as Jean Baptiste jumps back.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer scores with a leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jean Baptiste 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 Tax Payer has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tax Payer and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tax Payer has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tax Payer there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jean Baptiste is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tax Payer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Finnish Tax Payer showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tax Payer 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: C241: Albatross vs Gebhardt
Date: Oct 22, 2023

#R1#
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
and Myers counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tax Payer throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tax Payer lands with a right hand.
Myers moves out of range of the body kick.
Myers chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Myers slips a jab from Tax Payer.
Myers turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
and Tax Payer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Myers gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut.
Myers lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T1#
Danga de danga de dang - Tax Payer scores with a four punch combination!
Tax Payer throws a leg kick that misses.
Myers appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A jab from Myers misses.
A big right from Tax Payer misses.
Myers quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Myers.
A head kick misses from Tax Payer. #T2#
Tax Payer checks a low kick from Myers.
Myers is looking to land body kicks.
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Myers counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Myers scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tax Payer in his tracks.
Some bone on bone action there as Myers checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Tax Payer misses with a lunging right hand
and Myers counters with a body kick that stops Tax Payer in his tracks momentarily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice body kick from Myers.#T3#
Tax Payer misses the jab.
Myers on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tax Payer blocks a leg kick.
Tax Payer takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tax Payer dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Myers. That did some damage!
Myers throws a wild body kick that Tax Payer sees coming a mile off.
Tax Payer wants to slow Myers down by chopping away at his legs.
Myers lands with a hook. Tax Payer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T4#
Nice straight punches there by Tax Payer. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Myers sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Myers cracks Tax Payer with a good jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Myers. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice body punch from Myers.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fighters circling - Myers throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Myers is out of range.
Myers scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Myers misses with a shot to the body
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
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 Cornelius Myers will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
A telegraphed right hand from Myers misses the target.
Myers gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Tax Payer counters with a thumping low kick.
Tax Payer throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tax Payer takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Myers fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Myers misses with a right hand
and Tax Payer makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Myers really felt that one!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Myers.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
Myers was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
and Myers makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T1#
Myers scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Myers bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tax Payer stuns Myers with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tax Payer gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Myers.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Myers moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
Myers is looking to counter with a body kick.
A big right from Tax Payer misses. #T2#
Myers scores with a leg kick.
Myers lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tax Payer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Myers misses the shot to the body.
Myers throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Myers throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Myers avoids it easily.
Cornelius Myers is winning the standup battle so far.
Myers throws a lazy uppercut
and Tax Payer counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
It looks like Myers has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.#T3#
Tax Payer misses with the combination.
Myers throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the leg kick from Myers.
Despite the aggression on Tax Payer's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Tax Payer 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.
Myers staying out of range there.
Myers misses with an uppercut
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Myers misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer 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.#T4#
Myers sizes up Tax Payer with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Cornelius Myers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Myers throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Myers blocks a jab.
Myers throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Myers throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A nice leg kick from Tax Payer, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
Tax Payer tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer throws a push kick but Myers slaps the foot to one side.
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 Cornelius Myers 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.#R3#
Myers lands with a kick to the ribs.
Myers throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tax Payer throws out a leg kick but Myers moves out of range and Tax Payer only half commits.
Tax Payer drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Myers throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tax Payer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Myers.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer works the jab nicely.
Myers throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
As Myers backs off Tax Payer throws a huge counter combo but Myers manages to avoid it all.
Myers waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Tax Payer is looking for the big counter here.#T1#
Myers throws a lazy uppercut
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer lands a head shot.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Myers.
Tax Payer throws a series of punches but Myers moves out of range.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Myers was well out of range.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Myers scores with a punch to the head.
Myers misses with a body shot. #T2#
Myers throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Myers throws a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head but Tax Payer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tax Payer misses with a jab, cross combination.
Myers tried to counter with a leg kick but Tax Payer avoided it.
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Myers counters with a straight right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
and Myers counters with a straight right hand.
A left lands for Tax Payer.
Myers throws a body kick that misses.
Myers jabs Tax Payer to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T3#
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Myers sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Myers misses with a body punch
and Tax Payer counters with a stiff right hand.
Myers throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Myers throws out a powerful jab.
Myers throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot.
Myers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer. #T4#
Myers slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Myers swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick
and Myers counters with a body kick.
Tax Payer looks to throw a body kick
and Myers counters with a thumping low kick.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Myers lands with a cross.
An inside leg kick lands from Myers.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Myers throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Myers steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cornelius Myers clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Myers blocks a jab.
Tax Payer lands a body shot.
Myers lands with a kick to the ribs.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Myers.
Tax Payer slips under a jab from Myers.
A big right from Tax Payer misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Myers throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Myers.
A swing and a miss from Myers.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Myers looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Myers throws a right hand that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Myers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tax Payer misses with a left hand
and Myers counters with a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer slips under a jab from Myers.
Tax Payer lands a body shot. #T2#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Tax Payer.
Myers throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
A telegraphed right hand from Myers misses the target.
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Myers half committed to a counter leg kick.
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Myers moved out of range nicely.
Myers is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Myers slips under a jab from Tax Payer.
A lazy left from Myers finds it's target.#T3#
A lazy body kick from Myers
and Myers takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Myers.
Myers throws a push kick but Tax Payer slaps the foot to one side.
It seemed like Tax Payer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tax Payer. That's going to slow Myers down.
Tax Payer has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Myers.
Myers is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Myers scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tax Payer avoids a kick to the body.
Tax Payer throws a half hearted mid kick.
Myers looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tax Payer has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T4#
Myers throws a wild body kick that Tax Payer sees coming a mile off.
Myers walks forward, straight into a front kick from Tax Payer.
A jab from Myers misses.
Tax Payer throws out a counter right but Myers avoids it with no problem.
A big right from Myers misses.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Myers tries to land a front kick but Tax Payer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Myers throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Myers.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cornelius Myers had his way with Finnish Tax Payer in 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. This is the final round!#R5#
Tax Payer cracks a nice hook into Myers's ribs.
Myers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It seemed like Tax Payer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Myers tries to move into range but Tax Payer moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Myers misses with a kick to the body.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tax Payer throws a poor cross that misses
and Myers cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Myers pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tax Payer misses the jab.#T1#
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Myers slips the punch.
Tax Payer throws a right hand that misses
and Myers counters with a leg kick.
Myers buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tax Payer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tax Payer connects with a single shot there.
Myers throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tax Payer! But no joy.
Tax Payer's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A shot to the liver by Tax Payer. Beautiful body shot.#T2#
Tax Payer slips a jab from Myers.
Myers just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer throws a solid leg kick but Myers takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tax Payer.
Myers throws a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head but Tax Payer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A head kick misses from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Myers slips under a jab from Tax Payer.#T3#
Myers throws a quick inside leg kick.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Myers swings widly with a right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a stiff right hand.
Myers throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
A clash of legs there as Myers blocks the low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Myers on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tax Payer with a jab.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick
letting Myers counter with a right hand.
Myers misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer throws out a counter right but Myers avoids it with no problem.#T4#
Myers chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tax Payer can pounce on him.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tax Payer.
Myers fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tax Payer.
Myers throws a push kick but Tax Payer slaps the foot to one side.
Tax Payer follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Myers lands with a good body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Myers takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tax Payer thows a leg kick but Myers checks it
and Myers counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Finnish Tax Payer.
Well Myers has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 49:47
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 49:47
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cornelius Myers!
Cornelius Myers retains his featherweight title!
A very excited looking Cornelius Myers 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: C239: Hoost vs Kersikov
Date: Oct 15, 2023

#R1#
Tax Payer lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Rubber Guard Emporium in the buildup to the fight.
Tax Payer takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Vaiduoklis tried to score with a low kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Tax Payer connects with a good right hand that stumbles Vaiduoklis. Vaiduoklis circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tax Payer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Vaiduoklis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tax Payer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tax Payer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tax Payer connects with a solid leg kick.
Vaiduoklis 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.
Vaiduoklis throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Vaiduoklis walks into a left hand.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Vaiduoklis sees it coming and moves out of range.
A jab from Vaiduoklis misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vaiduoklis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tax Payer.
Vaiduoklis throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Vaiduoklis on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Vaiduoklis blocks a jab.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
Vaiduoklis misses with a looping left.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vaiduoklis moves away.#T1#
Tax Payer throws an overhand right that lands on Vaiduoklis's shoulder, as Vaiduoklis tries to avoid the shot.
Vaiduoklis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer with the inside leg kick.
Tax Payer 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.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
A punch lands to the side of Vaiduoklis 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tax Payer cracks Vaiduoklis with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tax Payer is looking to score with low kicks.
Vaiduoklis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Vaiduoklis moves out of range.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Vaiduoklis crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Tax Payer - the referee stops the clock and Vaiduoklis gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Tax Payer. Vaiduoklis manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Tax Payer takes one on the button.
Vaiduoklis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Vaiduoklis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vaiduoklis.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tax Payer.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vaiduoklis misses with a wild combination.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis dodges the punch combination from Tax Payer. #T2#
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A solid body kick from Tax Payer.
Vaiduoklis just misses with a punch to the body.
Vaiduoklis lands a jab to the nose.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vaiduoklis moves away.
Vaiduoklis throws a leg kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
A head kick misses from Tax Payer.
Vaiduoklis feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tax Payer lands an overhand right.
Tax Payer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Vaiduoklis throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Vaiduoklis misses with a looping left.
Jab, jab by Tax Payer - just one landing.
Tax Payer takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer throws a poor cross that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Vaiduoklis throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Vaiduoklis loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tax Payer. That's going to slow Vaiduoklis down. #T3#
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Tax Payer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tax Payer on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Vaiduoklis. Vaiduoklis obviously looking to wear him down.
Vaiduoklis lands with a hook. Tax Payer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Vaiduoklis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis throws a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head but Tax Payer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Good leg kick by Vaiduoklis.
Tax Payer connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Vaiduoklis misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Vaiduoklis wants to land a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Vaiduoklis slips a jab and a cross from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer cracks Vaiduoklis with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Vaiduoklis defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Vaiduoklis tries to score with a low kick but Tax Payer moves his leg out of the way.
Tax Payer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Vaiduoklis doesn't seem bothered though. #T4#
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Tax Payer digs a good hook to Vaiduoklis's body.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
It seemed like Tax Payer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Vaiduoklis takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Vaiduoklis connects with an inside leg kick.
Vaiduoklis tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tax Payer is able to avoid easily.
Tax Payer throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Vaiduoklis looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
Vaiduoklis just misses with a punch to the body.
Vaiduoklis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vaiduoklis tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Vaiduoklis checks the leg kick nicely there.
Vaiduoklis swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Vaiduoklis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer throws an overhand right that lands on Vaiduoklis's shoulder, as Vaiduoklis tries to avoid the shot.
Tax Payer is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Vaiduoklis had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer feints and then cracks Vaiduoklis's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Vaiduoklis down.
Tax Payer lands a head shot.
Vaiduoklis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vaiduoklis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Vaiduoklis.
Tax Payer feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Vaiduokliss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Nice jab there from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vaiduoklis.
The fighters circling - Tax Payer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vaiduoklis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Vaiduoklis is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Vaiduoklis staying out of range there.
Jab from Vaiduoklis.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Vaiduoklis might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Vaiduoklis blocks a head kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Vaiduoklis was well out of range.
Vaiduoklis misses with a hook.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick that knocks Vaiduoklis off balance momentarily.
Vaiduoklis fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tax Payer looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tax Payer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vaiduoklis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Vaiduoklis thuds his right hand into Tax Payer's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Vaiduoklis throws a front kick aimed at Tax Payer's knee but Tax Payer avoids it well.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vaiduoklis. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vaiduoklis scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Tax Payer thuds his shin into the meat of Vaiduoklis's side.
Vaiduoklis tried to score with a low kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Nice defenses there by Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis tried to score with a low kick but Tax Payer checks it.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Vaiduoklis connects with a single shot there.
The crowd cheers as Tax Payer lands an impressive looking overhand right. Vaiduoklis doesn't seem phased though.
Tax Payer misses with the body kick
and Vaiduoklis counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tax Payer thinking.
Good work by Tax Payer as he checks the leg kick.
Vaiduoklis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Vaiduoklis finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Vaiduoklis clobbers Tax Payer with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Vaiduoklis throws a head kick that misses.
Tax Payer throws a chopping leg kick but Vaiduoklis manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Vaiduoklis throws a low kick but Tax Payer avoids it.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Vaiduoklis throws a big shot that misses.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer's jab looks to have found its range, popping Vaiduoklis under the eye.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Tax Payer lands a jab to Vaiduoklis's midsection.
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!
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Vaiduoklis. #T2#
Vaiduoklis fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tax Payer scoring well with a low kick there.
Vaiduoklis walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tax Payer checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Vaiduoklis scores with a jab to the head.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Vaiduoklis avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Vaiduoklis moved out of range nicely.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Vaiduoklis strikes.
Tax Payer scores with a hook.
Tax Payer lands a right hook to the body.
Tax Payer motions for Vaiduoklis to come forward. Tax Payer throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Vaiduoklis blocks a head kick by Tax Payer.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tax Payer moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
A jab lands there for Tax Payer.
Vaiduoklis misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer throws a right hand that misses
and Vaiduoklis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tax Payer lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A big left from Tax Payer misses. #T3#
A nice inside leg kick there by Tax Payer. That's going to slow Vaiduoklis down.
Vaiduoklis throws a right hand that Tax Payer ducks under and follows up with a left that Tax Payer also avoids with ease.
Tax Payer motions for Vaiduoklis to come forward. Tax Payer throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Vaiduoklis ducks right into an uppercut from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vaiduoklis throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Vaiduoklis tried to score with a low kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Tax Payer misses with a series of wild punches.
Nice defenses there by Vaiduoklis.
Tax Payer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Vaiduoklis to counter with a crisp jab.
Vaiduoklis checks a leg kick nicely.
Tax Payer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vaiduoklis.
Jab from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T4#
Vaiduoklis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer stuns Vaiduoklis with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer is looking to slow Vaiduoklis down with leg kicks.
Vaiduoklis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tax Payer misses with a kick to the body
and Vaiduoklis counters with a straight right hand.
Jab, jab by Vaiduoklis - just one landing.
A telegraphed right hand from Vaiduoklis misses the target.
Tax Payer feints and then cracks Vaiduoklis's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Vaiduoklis down.
Tax Payer tries to work over Vaiduoklis's front leg with a kick but Vaiduoklis checks it.
Tax Payer has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tax Payer there as he acknowledges the shot.
Vaiduoklis throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tax Payer on the side of the head.
Tax Payer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Vaiduoklis checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer wants to land a leg kick but Vaiduoklis is out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Vaiduoklis takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Vaiduoklis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Vaiduoklis.
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Vaiduoklis saw that one coming.
Tax Payer tries a head kick but it misses.
Vaiduoklis appears to be looking for a big counter.
Vaiduoklis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Vaiduoklis lands with a cross.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Vaiduoklis throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Vaiduoklis moved out of range.
Vaiduoklis lands a slapping body shot.
Tax Payer misses with a hook.
Tax Payer pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Vaiduoklis back to the cage. Tax Payer follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Vaiduoklis takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Vaiduoklis staying out of range there.
Vaiduoklis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
It looked like Vaiduoklis wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tax Payer misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Vaiduoklis counters with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vaiduoklis misses with a looping right.
Vaiduoklis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer works Vaiduoklis's body with a nice hook.
Vaiduoklis 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.#T1#
Tax Payer misses with a body shot.
Vaiduoklis throws a wild body kick that Tax Payer sees coming a mile off.
Vaiduoklis misses with a body shot.
Vaiduoklis moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
Vaiduoklis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Vaiduoklis lands a leg kick that knocks Tax Payer off balance momentarily.
Vaiduoklis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Vaiduoklis throws a quick counter head kick but Tax Payer was just out of range.
Tax Payer throws a head kick but Vaiduoklis moves out of range.
Vaiduoklis appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Tax Payer misses with a double jab.
Vaiduoklis avoids the head kick by Tax Payer.
Vaiduoklis lands a right hook to the body.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A jab from Tax Payer misses.
Vaiduoklis is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Vaiduoklis lands with a nice body punch.
A low kick lands for Vaiduoklis.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vaiduoklis was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer motions for Vaiduoklis to come forward. Tax Payer throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer sizes up Vaiduoklis with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T2#
A nice leg kick from Tax Payer, right into the meat of the thigh.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vaiduoklis 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.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vaiduoklis manages to avoid it.
Vaiduoklis half committed to a counter leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Vaiduoklis ducks down to avoid it.
Vaiduoklis with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tax Payer to score with a decent uppercut.
Decent striking displayed by Tax Payer there.
Vaiduoklis throws a leg kick but Tax Payer moved away.
Vaiduoklis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vaiduoklis.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Vaiduoklis 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 Tax Payer has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tax Payer and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Despite the aggression on Tax Payer's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Vaiduoklis moves out of range of the body kick from Tax Payer.
Vaiduoklis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Vaiduoklis.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick that misses.
Tax Payer misses with a looping left.
Vaiduoklis looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
Tax Payer throws a right and a left that Vaiduoklis avoids nicely.
Nice jab there from Tax Payer.
Vaiduoklis looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tax Payer misses with a shot to the body
and Vaiduoklis counters with a left to the body. #T3#
Tax Payer moves out of range of the body kick.
Tax Payer jabs Vaiduoklis right on the nose. Vaiduoklis blinks but takes it well.
Vaiduoklis misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tax Payer shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
Vaiduoklis is looking to counter punch.
Vaiduoklis ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Vaiduoklis fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Vaiduoklis just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer lands a lovely overhand right.
Vaiduoklis lunges at Tax Payer with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tax Payer's hand.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Vaiduoklis finds it's way round the side to connect with Tax Payer's head.
Vaiduoklis tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tax Payer is able to avoid easily.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tax Payer shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vaiduoklis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Vaiduoklis ducks down to avoid it. #T4#
A big left from Vaiduoklis misses.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vaiduoklis was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
A low kick lands for Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tax Payer misses with a body punch
and Vaiduoklis makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tax Payer scores with a crisp jab that stopped Vaiduoklis in his tracks.
Tax Payer wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Vaiduoklis blocks a jab.
Tax Payer walks into a jab.
Tax Payer throws a nice outside leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
A head kick from Vaiduoklis lands but Tax Payer takes it in his stride.
Vaiduoklis feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tax Payers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vaiduoklis.
Juodasis Vaiduoklis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tax Payer connects with a crisp jab.
Tax Payer moves forwards but Vaiduoklis connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Vaiduoklis moves forwards but Tax Payer connects with a nice, crisp jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Finnish Tax Payer.
Well Tax Payer 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:30
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Finnish Tax Payer!
An out of breath Finnish Tax Payer thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Juodasis Vaiduoklis was interviewed post fight and said 'Thank you, Combate. I appreciate the opportunity to test my skills at the highest level of Tycoon and chase greatness. The Belt Collector out.'.

Event: C233: Albatross vs Femme
Date: Sep 24, 2023

#R1#
Tax Payer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Khalidovic.
Khalidovic tries a quick counter leg kick but Tax Payer is wise to it.
Khalidovic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tax Payer throws a right and a left that both miss.
A thudding body kick lands there by Khalidovic!
Khalidovic misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer stuns Khalidovic with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Khalidovic saw that one coming.
Khalidovic throws a combination. Tax Payer tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Tax Payer scores with a nice right hand.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Khalidovic moved out of range.
Tax Payer connects with a body shot.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tax Payer. That's going to slow Khalidovic down.
Nice body punch from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer has been working on his boxing with his coaches at FF Forever in the buildup to the fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tax Payer connects with a body shot that sends Khalidovic's belly button to the back.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Khalidovic moves away.
A slow jab from Khalidovic misses its intended target.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Khalidovic works Tax Payer's body with a nice hook.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Khalidovic moved out of range.
Tax Payer scores with a leg kick.
Khalidovic takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Khalidovic moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Khalidovic counters with a one-two to the body. #T1#
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Khalidovic moved out of range nicely.
Khalidovic moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
It seemed like Khalidovic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Khalidovic is looking to land body kicks.
Khalidovic throws a push kick but Tax Payer slaps the foot to one side.
Khalidovic slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Khalidovic.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Khalidovic.
Some bone on bone action there as Tax Payer checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Tax Payer looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
An inside leg kick from Khalidovic misses.
Khalidovic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Khalidovic.
Khalidovic misses with a hook.
Tax Payer misses with a left hand
and Khalidovic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Khalidovic throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tax Payer throws a lazy right hand but Khalidovic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Khalidovic throws a body kick that misses.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Khalidovic avoids it easily.
Tax Payer tests Khalidovic's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Khalidovic ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Khalidovic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Khalidovic takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Khalidovic throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Khalidovic slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Khalidovic tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tax Payer is able to avoid easily.
Tax Payer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Khalidovic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tax Payer blocks a leg kick.
Tax Payer missing with a left hand there. Khalidovic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Khalidovic.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Khalidovic attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Khalidovic blocks a low kick nicely.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Khalidovic.
Khalidovic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
A big left from Tax Payer misses.
Khalidovic feints a counter leg kick.
Tax Payer fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Khalidovic.
Nice defenses there by Khalidovic.
Tax Payer cracks Khalidovic with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tax Payer cracks Khalidovic with an open hand slap.
Tax Payer defending well as Khalidovic loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Khalidovic 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.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Khalidovic cracks Tax Payer with a good jab.
Khalidovic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Khalidovic lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Tax Payer throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tax Payer dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Khalidovic. That did some damage!
Khalidovic connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A nice leg kick from Tax Payer, right into the meat of the thigh.
Khalidovic scores with a kick to the body.
Khalidovic misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer misses with a shot to the body
and Khalidovic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Khalidovic ducked under it nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer moves out of range of the body kick from Khalidovic.
Khalidovic is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Khalidovic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Khalidovic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Khalidovic throws a right and a left that both miss.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Khalidovic.
Khalidovic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer. #T4#
Khalidovic fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tax Payer scores with a shot to the body.
Khalidovic's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tax Payer connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Khalidovic scrambles back to his feet.
Tax Payer is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Khalidovic manages to avoid it.
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target.
Khalidovic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Khalidovic lands a high kick!
Tax Payer looks to score with a jab to the body but Khalidovic is just out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Tax Payer 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Khalidovic misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Khalidovic connects with a body shot.
Khalidovic fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tax Payer has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Some wild striking there from Khalidovic.
Tax Payer scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Khalidovic.
Khalidovic smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Khalidovic.
Tax Payer scores with a hook to the body. Khalidovic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Khalidovic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
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 Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Khalidovic moved out of range nicely.
Khalidovic misses the shot to the body.
Khalidovic tries to score with a low kick but Tax Payer moves his leg out of the way.
The fighters circling - Tax Payer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
As Tax Payer backs off Khalidovic throws a huge counter combo but Tax Payer manages to avoid it all.
A lazy left from Khalidovic finds it's target.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Khalidovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a looping left.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tax Payer throws a quick inside leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a right and a left that both miss.
Tax Payer with a nice calf kick.
Khalidovic avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Khalidovic lands with a nice body punch.
Tax Payer scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tax Payer has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Khalidovic.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Khalidovic fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Khalidovic moves away.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Donk. Tax Payer catches Khalidovic right on the button with a cross.
Khalidovic works Tax Payer's body with a nice hook.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Khalidovic moved out of range.
Good exchange - Tax Payer coming out on top.
Tax Payer rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Khalidovic moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Khalidovic. Tax Payer shrugs it off though.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Khalidovic moved out of range.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Khalidovic scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Khalidovic with a hook.
Tax Payer cracks Khalidovic with an open hand slap.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Khalidovic throws a body kick.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Khalidovic moves away.
Khalidovic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer throws a leg kick
and Khalidovic counters with a nice kick to the body.
Tax Payer misses with a hook.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Khalidovic avoids the punch easily.
Khalidovic's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Khalidovic lands with a good body shot.
Finnish Tax Payer is winning the standup battle so far.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Khalidovic slips under a jab from Tax Payer.#T2#
Khalidovic looks for the body kick but Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Khalidovic wants to land a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Khalidovic.
Tax Payer thumps Khalidovic with a low kick.
Tax Payer fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Khalidovic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Khalidovic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Khalidovic fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tax Payer.
Nice uppercut lands for Tax Payer. That snapped Khalidovic's head back.
Khalidovic throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tax Payer stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tax Payer tries a low kick but Khalidovic avoids it.
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Khalidovic ducked under it nicely.
Khalidovic takes one on the button.
Khalidovic throws a series of punches but Tax Payer moves out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Khalidovic misses the target.
Khalidovic lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Khalidovic avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Khalidovic moves away and avoids it.#T3#
Khalidovic misses with a wild body shot.
Khalidovic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tax Payer. That's going to slow Khalidovic down.
Nice shot by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a right hand that Khalidovic ducks under and follows up with a left that Khalidovic also avoids with ease.
Khalidovic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Khalidovic's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tax Payer connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Khalidovic scrambles back to his feet.
Good work by Khalidovic as he checks the leg kick.
A big right from Tax Payer misses.
Nice body punch from Khalidovic.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Khalidovic slips the punch.
A nice combination there by Khalidovic.
Khalidovic scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tax Payer in his tracks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Khalidovic connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Khalidovic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Khalidovic throws a solid leg kick but Tax Payer takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Khalidovic.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T4#
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Khalidovic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tax Payer.
Khalidovic throws a front kick aimed at Tax Payer's knee but Tax Payer avoids it well.
Khalidovic tried to score with a low kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Khalidovic bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Khalidovic looks for the body kick but Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Tax Payer lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tax Payer looks to land a combination but Khalidovic avoids it well.
Despite the aggression on Khalidovic's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A punch lands to the side of Khalidovic 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tax Payer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A big left from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the leg kick from Khalidovic.
A nice leg kick from Khalidovic, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
It looked like Tax Payer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tax Payer avoids a punch combination nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Khalidovic.
An attempted straight right counter from Tax Payer misses the target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Khalidovic. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Khalidovic misses with a series of wild punches.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Khalidovic, as that shot connected.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Khalidovic slips the punch.
Tax Payer misses with a lunging right hand
and Khalidovic counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tax Payer's knee momentarily.
Khalidovic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Khalidovic connects with an inside leg kick.
Khalidovic swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
A low kick lands for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tax Payer rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Khalidovic moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Khalidovic was well out of range.
Khalidovic appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Khalidovic looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Khalidovic has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Khalidovic misses the shot to the body.
Khalidovic staying out of range there.
Khalidovic slips a jab from Tax Payer.
Khalidovic scores with a jab to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Khalidovic throws the kick towards the body but Tax Payer avoids it.
Khalidovic has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Khalidovic slips a jab from Tax Payer.#T1#
A clash of legs there as Tax Payer blocks the low kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Khalidovic.
Khalidovic throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer throws a right hand that misses
and Tax Payer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Khalidovic misses with a leg kick.
An inside leg kick from Tax Payer misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tax Payer 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 Khalidovic has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Khalidovic and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Khalidovic throws a leg kick that misses.
Khalidovic throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Khalidovic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Khalidovic looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tax Payer lands a slapping body shot.
Khalidovic throws a nice looking combination but Tax Payer bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tax Payer stuns Khalidovic with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
An inside leg kick from Tax Payer misses.
Khalidovic tries a quick counter leg kick but Tax Payer is wise to it.
A punch combination from Khalidovic misses.
Tax Payer connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Khalidovic's hands.
Khalidovic moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Tax Payer 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.
Mamed Khalidovic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Khalidovic moves away and avoids it.
Khalidovic feints a counter leg kick.
Tax Payer smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Khalidovic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Khalidovic tries to move into range but Tax Payer moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tax Payer tries to score with a low kick but Khalidovic moves his leg out of the way.
Khalidovic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Khalidovic doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
That kick from Khalidovic tenderised Tax Payer's leg. Tax Payer is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tax Payer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tax Payer throws a right and a left that Khalidovic avoids nicely.
Khalidovic throws a big shot that misses.
Tax Payer connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Khalidovic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Khalidovic looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Khalidovic tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tax Payer is able to avoid easily.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Khalidovic manages to avoid it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tax Payer, as that shot connected.
Khalidovic walks into a jab.#T3#
Khalidovic misses with a two punch combination.
Khalidovic will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tax Payer scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Khalidovic misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Khalidovic saw that one coming.
Khalidovic throws the kick towards the body but Tax Payer avoids it.
Khalidovic moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick which misses Khalidovic's front leg but catches the back leg as Khalidovic tries to avoid it.
Khalidovic pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range and Khalidovic settles back down.
An inside leg kick lands from Tax Payer.
A big right from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tax Payer works the jab nicely.
Tax Payer connects with a good right hand that stumbles Khalidovic. Khalidovic circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Tax Payer lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Khalidovic has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tax Payer finds it's way round the side to connect with Khalidovic's head.
A big right from Khalidovic misses. #T4#
Tax Payer misses with a series of wild punches.
Khalidovic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tax Payer with a body shot.
Khalidovic buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Khalidovic lands with a kick to the ribs.
Khalidovic takes one on the button.
Tax Payer throws a shot to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Tax Payer.
Khalidovic throws a push kick but Tax Payer slaps the foot to one side.
Khalidovic throws a leg kick which misses Tax Payer's front leg but catches the back leg as Tax Payer tries to avoid it.
Tax Payer blocks the body kick.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Tax Payer misses with a hook.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick which misses Khalidovic's front leg but catches the back leg as Khalidovic tries to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Khalidovic.
Tax Payer scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick that knocks Khalidovic off balance momentarily.
Tax Payer throws a shot to the body.
Khalidovic misses with a body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Finnish Tax Payer showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tax Payer 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 Emerson Jorge scores the fight 30:28
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Finnish Tax Payer!
A very excited looking Finnish Tax Payer 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: C226: Doomsday vs Marciano
Date: Sep 03, 2023

#R1#
Tax Payer misses with a series of wild punches.
Dos Anjos clobbers Tax Payer with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A bone on bone clash there as Tax Payer blocks the leg kick.
Tax Payer with a hook.
Dos Anjos's corner calls for a 1-2. Dos Anjos obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Dos Anjos drops Tax Payer with a straight right hand, right on the button! Dos Anjos follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ademaro Dos Anjos!
Ademaro Dos Anjos seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 277
Date: Aug 18, 2023

#R1#
Jean Baptiste 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.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jean Baptiste 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.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tax Payer.
A nice leg kick lands there from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer scores with a nice strike.
Tax Payer 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.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the head.
Jean Baptiste avoids the head kick by Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
Jean Baptiste looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jean Baptiste clobbers Tax Payer with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tax Payer missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick that knocks Tax Payer off balance momentarily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tax Payer checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #T1#
Jean Baptiste scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A slapping body kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tax Payer drops his hands momentarily and Jean Baptiste takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer tried to counter with a leg kick but Jean Baptiste avoided it.
Tax Payer gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jean Baptiste motions for Tax Payer to come forward. Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nice uppercut lands for Jean Baptiste. That snapped Tax Payer's head back.
Jean Baptiste with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tax Payer defending well as Jean Baptiste loads up on a big left hand. #T2#
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jean Baptiste scores with a sloppy right hand. Tax Payer should have avoided that one.
Jean Baptiste throws a push kick but Tax Payer slaps the foot to one side.
Jean Baptiste scores with the left hand. Tax Payer knows he should have avoided that one.
Tax Payer misses with an attempted mid kick.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tax Payer moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T3#
Jean Baptiste throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jean Baptiste scores with a hook to the body. Tax Payer takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tax Payer lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Some bone on bone action there as Jean Baptiste checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jean Baptiste thinks about the counter body kick.
Jean Baptiste ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab to Tax Payer's midsection.
Jean Baptiste fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Jean Baptiste fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tax Payer on the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tax Payer checks it well. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer fires out a quick counter leg kick but Jean Baptiste just manages to avoid it.
A thudding body kick lands there by Jean Baptiste!
Jean Baptiste lands a right hook to the body.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab to Tax Payer's midsection.
Jean Baptiste explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste scores with a nice right hand.
Tax Payer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Brady Jean Baptiste 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#
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
Tax Payer takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tax Payer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Tax Payer. Those never looked like landing.
Jean Baptiste moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jean Baptiste feints a jab promting Tax Payer to slip. Jean Baptiste then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Tax Payer slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste is looking to land body kicks.
Tax Payer takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer checks the leg kick.#T1##CL2#
Jean Baptiste clinches.
Jean Baptiste swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shot to the side of Tax Payer's head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Tax Payer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tax Payer throws a punch but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer tries to throw a body punch but Jean Baptiste avoids it by throwing Tax Payer back against the cage.
Jean Baptiste working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Jean Baptiste has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC#
Tax Payer breaks from the clinch.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jean Baptiste takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tax Payer has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Jean Baptiste scoring well with a low kick there.
Jean Baptiste moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely. #T2#
Jean Baptiste lands with a good body shot.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tax Payer's knee momentarily.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste lands a head shot.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #CUT#It looks like Brady Jean Baptiste has been cut.
That kick from Jean Baptiste tenderised Tax Payer's leg. Tax Payer is trying to keep his angry face on.
The fighters circling - Jean Baptiste throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jean Baptiste lunges at Tax Payer with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tax Payer's hand.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab. #T3#
Donk. Jean Baptiste catches Tax Payer right on the button with a cross.
Tax Payer throws a predictable looking body shot
and Jean Baptiste makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Tax Payer really felt that one!
Jean Baptiste wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head but Tax Payer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jean Baptiste fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tax Payer has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tax Payer misses with a two punch combination.
Jean Baptiste lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jean Baptiste lands a slapping body shot.
Jean Baptiste's corner calls for a 1-2. Jean Baptiste obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab. Tax Payer acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tax Payer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Jean Baptiste rushes Tax Payer and presses him up against the cage.
Jean Baptiste makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Tax Payer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jean Baptiste lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tax Payer looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Jean Baptiste presses Tax Payer against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Tax Payer avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Tax Payer avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Tax Payer misses with some punches. #BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste keeps Tax Payer at a distance using the push kick.
Tax Payer shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jean Baptiste tries to score with a low kick but Tax Payer moves his leg out of the way.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Brady Jean Baptiste showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Brady Jean Baptiste's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Jean Baptiste pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jean Baptiste throws a right hand that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a slapping leg kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Jean Baptiste. That snapped Tax Payer's head back.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Tax Payer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tax Payer takes one on the button.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
Jean Baptiste with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste tries to move into range but Tax Payer moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste lands with a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T1#
Tax Payer takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
It looked like Tax Payer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Tax Payer sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Tax Payer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer cracks Jean Baptiste with a good jab.
Jean Baptiste lunges at Tax Payer with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tax Payer's hand. #CL2#
Jean Baptiste instigates a clinch.
Tax Payer is looking to break free of the clinch but Jean Baptiste has double underhooks.
Tax Payer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste misses with some punches.
Jean Baptiste doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste blocks a body shot from Tax Payer. #T2#
Tax Payer misses with a punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tax Payer's elbow.
Tax Payer has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste works on Tax Payer's body with a couple of short punches.
Jean Baptiste works on Tax Payer's body with a couple of short punches.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Jean Baptiste.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer struggles to land a body shot inside as Jean Baptiste controls his hands.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Jean Baptiste fails to land.
Tax Payer has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer working aggressively here.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
A short right from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste lands an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Jean Baptiste. #T3##BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tax Payer looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tax Payer will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Tax Payer moved away.
Tax Payer appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tax Payer takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Jean Baptiste scores with a spinning back kick!
Tax Payer keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tax Payer on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. Jean Baptiste obviously looking to wear him down.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tax Payer takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T4#
Jean Baptiste throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice outside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A low kick from Tax Payer misses
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Tax Payer motions for Jean Baptiste to come forward. Tax Payer throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer 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.
Tax Payer takes one to the chin there.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jean Baptiste takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jean Baptiste connects with a crisp jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Brady Jean Baptiste really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Brady Jean Baptiste's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice body punch.
Jean Baptiste connects with a right hand. Tax Payer shakes it off.
Tax Payer misses the jab.
A little jabbing left from Jean Baptiste on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a right hand to the body.
A good leg kick by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a body kick
and Tax Payer 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.
Jean Baptiste lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A solid leg kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.#T1#
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Tax Payer takes one to the chin there.
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
The crowd cheers as Tax Payer lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem phased though.
Tax Payer takes one to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste throws a front kick aimed at Tax Payer's knee but Tax Payer avoids it well.
Jean Baptiste lets loose with a powerful body kick. Tax Payer will feel that in the morning.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Tax Payer moved away.#T2#
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Jean Baptiste.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
The fighters circling - Jean Baptiste throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste scores with a hook to the body. Tax Payer takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jean Baptiste tests Tax Payer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T3#
Tax Payer throws a right hand that misses
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jean Baptiste lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tax Payer at a distance.
Jean Baptiste throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
It looked like Tax Payer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jean Baptiste throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jean Baptiste works Tax Payer's body with a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste fakes the leg kick and cracks Tax Payer in the body.
Jean Baptiste closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jean Baptiste throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
Jean Baptiste scores with a hook to the body. Tax Payer takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A nice leg kick from Jean Baptiste, right into the meat of the thigh. #T4#
Tax Payer slips a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tax Payer's head backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tax Payer there as he acknowledges the shot.
A nice leg kick from Jean Baptiste, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jean Baptiste lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jean Baptiste throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Brady Jean Baptiste's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Jean Baptiste throws an off balance right hand
and Jean Baptiste takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Finnish Tax Payer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tax Payer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tax Payer checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jean Baptiste with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tax Payer chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jean Baptiste can pounce on him.
Jean Baptiste lands with a hook. Tax Payer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Jean Baptiste. Tax Payer shrugs it off though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Jean Baptiste lands with a good body shot.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Jean Baptiste cracks Tax Payer with a right hand to the side of the head.#T1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries a head kick but it misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Jean Baptiste misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jean Baptiste connects with a nice looking jab.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jean Baptiste checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jean Baptiste tries a quick counter leg kick but Tax Payer is wise to it.
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer checks the leg kick.#T2#
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the head.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Jean Baptiste.
A left lands for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste cracks Tax Payer with an open hand slap.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tax Payer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
Jean Baptiste with the inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Jean Baptiste tries to score with a low kick but Tax Payer moves his leg out of the way.
Jean Baptiste connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Jean Baptiste with a nice calf kick.
Tax Payer misses with a double jab.
Jean Baptiste throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tax Payer.#T4#
Jean Baptiste scores with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer works Jean Baptiste's body with a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste works the jab nicely.
Jean Baptiste jabs Tax Payer to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Brady Jean Baptiste is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice inside leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. That's going to slow Tax Payer down.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
It seemed like Jean Baptiste was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste wants to clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Brady Jean Baptiste comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Jean Baptiste 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 45:50
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 45:50
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
Brady Jean Baptiste is the new featherweight champion!
Brady Jean Baptiste thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 267
Date: Jul 12, 2023

#R1#
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Femme.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Femme manages to avoid it.
Good exchange - Femme coming out on top.
Tax Payer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tax Payer misses with the combination.
Femme connects with a body shot.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
Femme misses with a straight right.
Femme catches Tax Payer with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Femme misses with a right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a good low kick that Femme was not able to check.
Violent Femme seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Femme ducks down to avoid it.
A big left from Tax Payer misses.
Femme looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Femme misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Femme stuns Tax Payer with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tax Payer misses with a jab, cross combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Femme scores with a nice head shot.#T1#
Femme throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Femme connects with a jab.
Finnish Tax Payer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Femme throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Femme fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Femme lands a nice looking body shot.
Femme lands a glancing blow to the side of Tax Payer's head.
Tax Payer gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Tax Payer looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
Femme jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Femme cracks Tax Payer with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Both fighters circling a little - Tax Payer finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Femme dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Femme is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tax Payer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #T2#
Femme missing with a left hand there. Tax Payer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Femme.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Femme has time to react.
Tax Payer defending well as Femme loads up on a big left hand.
Femme swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Femme connects with a looping right hand.
Femme throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
Femme throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tax Payer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Femme moves away.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
Tax Payer misses with the combination.
Femme misses with a right hand
letting Tax Payer counter with a right hand.
Femme displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Femme throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
Femme cracks Tax Payer with an open hand slap.
The crowd cheers as Femme lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tax Payer doesn't seem phased though.
Femme jabs at Tax Payer's body.
Femme throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A cross from Femme lands.
Femme is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tax Payer had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Femme looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
A swing and a miss from Femme.
Femme misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Femme. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Femme jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Femme scores with a nice strike.
Femme throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tax Payer swings for the body but Femme moves out of range.
Femme misses with an uppercut. #T4#
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Femme.
An attempted straight right counter from Tax Payer misses the target.
Femme fails with a takedown attempt.
Femme throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tax Payer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Femme throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Femme on the wrong end of a nice hook.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Femme.
Femme missing with a left hand there. Tax Payer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Femme smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Femme throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice uppercut lands for Femme. That snapped Tax Payer's head back.
Tax Payer takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
The crowd cheers as Tax Payer lands an impressive looking overhand right. Femme doesn't seem phased though.
Femme lands with a good body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Violent Femme dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Femme waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Femme bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tax Payer's head backwards.
Femme misses with a straight left.
Femme throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Femme throws out the jab.
Femme lands a jab to Tax Payer's midsection.
Femme misses with a looping right.
Femme throws a right hand that misses
and Tax Payer makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Femme connects with a single shot there.#TD2#
Femme shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer won't allow Femme to pass to mount.
My spies in Black Eagle MMA inform me that Femme has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Tax Payer is trying to stand. #T1#
Femme wants to free his trapped foot but Tax Payer is holding on for dear life with his legs. #ES#
Tax Payer has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Femme is on him like a limpet, forcing Tax Payer back against the cage.#BC2#
Femme breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Femme's corner calls for a 1-2. Femme obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Femme connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Femme throws out a powerful jab.
Femme smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Femme misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Femme digs a good body shot into Tax Payer's ribs.
Tax Payer lands a really nice looking cross but Femme seems unphased.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd cheers as Tax Payer lands an impressive looking overhand right. Femme doesn't seem phased though.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Femme lands with a cross.
Femme throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Femme misses with a hook.
An attempted straight right counter from Tax Payer misses the target.
Femme takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Femme fails with an attempt to clinch.
Femme ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Femme does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Femme scores with a body shot.
Femme misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer throws out a loose jab but Femme uses good head movement to avoid it.
Femme has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Femme misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Femme thows a left - swing and a miss!
Femme lands with a nice body punch.
Femme throws a poor cross that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Femme throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
A big right from Femme misses.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Femme.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.#T3#
Femme lands with a cross.
Femme ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tax Payer defending well as Femme loads up on a big left hand.
Femme lands a glancing blow to the side of Tax Payer's head.
Femme uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tax Payer has time to react.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tax Payer takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Femme.
Femme throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Femme swings widly with a right hand
letting Tax Payer counter with a right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tax Payer swinging wildly here. #T4#
Femme jabs Tax Payer to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Femme scores with a punch to the head.#TD2#
Tax Payer gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Tax Payer manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Tax Payer has a couple of punches blocked by Femme.
Tax Payer's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Femme working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tax Payer scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tax Payer blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
Tax Payer manages to break the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Femme lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Femme is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Femme throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer throws a quick counter head kick but Femme was just out of range.
Tax Payer takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Violent Femme 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#
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
Femme takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Femme uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Femme, as that shot connected.
Tax Payer defending well as Femme loads up on a big left hand.
It looked like Tax Payer was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Femme.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Femme with a jab.
Femme throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Femme throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Femme misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Femme.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Femme throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the body.
Femme fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Femme throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tax Payer on the side of the head. #T1#
Femme punishes Tax Payer's body with a nice straight punch.
Femme throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Tax Payer moves forwards but Femme connects with a nice, crisp jab.
The fighters circle momentarily. Femme darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The fighters circling - Femme throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Femme lands with a cross.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Femme.
Femme takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Femme.
Femme digs a good hook to Tax Payer's body.
Violent Femme seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Femme missing with a left hand there. Tax Payer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It looked like Tax Payer was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Femme lands a slapping body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Femme swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Femme throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
Tax Payer is looking to chop away at Femme's legs.
A big left from Femme misses.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tax Payer lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Femme throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Sloppy strikes from Tax Payer. Those never looked like landing.
Femme scores with a body shot.
Femme connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tax Payer's hands.
Tax Payer thuds a left hand into Femme's body.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Femme moves out of range.
Femme tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Femme.
Femme thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Femme throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick which misses Femme's front leg but catches the back leg as Femme tries to avoid it.
Tax Payer defending well as Femme loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Femme misses with a hook.
Femme swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Femme scores with a sloppy right hand. Tax Payer should have avoided that one.
Tax Payer scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Femme bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Femme throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Femme fails with a takedown attempt.
Good work by Femme as he checks the leg kick.
Tax Payer is looking to chop away at Femme's legs.
Tax Payer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Femme sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Femme on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tax Payer throws a good cross that connects.
Femme lands a nice hook to Tax Payer's body. Tax Payer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Femme blocks a low kick nicely.#T4#
Femme dips to his left and cracks Tax Payer with an uppercut!
Femme throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Tax Payer closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tax Payer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Femme misses with a straight right.
Tax Payer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
Tax Payer stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Femme ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tax Payer takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tax Payer slips under a jab from Femme.
Femme misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a jab, cross combination.
A nice side step and Femme releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Tax Payer misses with a body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Violent Femme 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#
Femme throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Femme moves away.
Femme scores with a nice right hand.
Femme jabs Tax Payer right on the nose. Tax Payer blinks but takes it well.
A lazy left from Tax Payer finds it's target.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Femme connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Femme throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Femme connects with a body shot that sends Tax Payer's belly button to the back.
Femme misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Femme thows a left - swing and a miss!
Femme misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Femme saw that one coming.#T1#
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Femme.
Femme bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nice body punch from Femme.
Femme misses with a right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a one-two to the body. #ROC#Femme is rocked!
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Femme moved out of range.
Femme misses with a hook.
An attempted straight right counter from Tax Payer misses the target.
Femme misses with a hook.
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target.
A jab from Femme misses.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Tax Payer scores with a sloppy right hand. Femme should have avoided that one.
Femme is still on wobbly legs! Can Tax Payer finish him?
Femme throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Femme throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A shot to the liver by Femme. Beautiful body shot.
Tax Payer throws an overhand right that drops Femme like a sack of potatoes! Tax Payer dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Finnish Tax Payer!
Finnish Tax Payer retains his featherweight title!
A very excited looking Finnish Tax Payer 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: Sucker Punch Pro Series 263
Date: Jun 25, 2023

#R1#
Joseph digs a good body shot into Tax Payer's ribs.
Joseph lands with an overhand left.
Jihadi Joseph seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Joseph strikes.
Joseph dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Joseph avoids the punch easily.
Joseph throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Joseph slips a jab and a cross from Tax Payer.
Joseph throws out a counter right but Tax Payer avoids it with no problem.
Joseph connects with the punch.
Joseph digs a good body shot into Tax Payer's ribs.
Tax Payer walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Joseph throws out a leg kick but Tax Payer moves out of range and Joseph only half commits.
Joseph connects with a single shot there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A clash of legs there as Tax Payer blocks the low kick.
Joseph pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Joseph smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tax Payer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Good exchange - Joseph coming out on top.
Tax Payer swings for the body but Joseph moves out of range.
Joseph waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer backing away here, and Joseph unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#CL#
Tax Payer clinches with his opponent.
A head punch on the inside from Tax Payer fails to land.
Joseph lands a shot to the body.
Joseph tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Joseph working hard to break the clinch.
Joseph lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC2#
Joseph pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Joseph throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Joseph moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A jab from Joseph misses.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Joseph lands a lovely overhand right.
Joseph slips under a jab.#T2#
Tax Payer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Joseph.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Joseph throws an off balance right hand
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Joseph is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tax Payer had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Joseph ducks down to avoid it.
A punch lands to the side of Tax Payer 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
Joseph swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Joseph throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Joseph moved out of range.
Tax Payer walks into a stiff left hand from Joseph.
Joseph throws a leg kick but Tax Payer moved away.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Joseph looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Joseph tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Tax Payer misses the target.#T3#
Good standup being displayed there by Joseph as he connects with a hook.
Tax Payer fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Joseph.
Tax Payer gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Tax Payer throws an overhand right that lands on Joseph's shoulder, as Joseph tries to avoid the shot.
Joseph fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A head kick misses from Tax Payer.
A telegraphed right hand from Joseph misses the target.
Joseph uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Joseph fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tax Payer.
Joseph throws a quick inside leg kick.
Joseph loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Tax Payer is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Jab, jab by Joseph - just one landing.
Joseph with the inside leg kick. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Joseph cracks Tax Payer with an open hand slap.
Joseph uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tax Payer has time to react.
Tax Payer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A big left from Joseph misses.
Joseph fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Joseph tries to score with a low kick but Tax Payer moves his leg out of the way.
Tax Payer throws a chopping leg kick but Joseph manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tax Payer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Joseph.
Joseph throws a combination. Tax Payer tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Joseph lands an overhand right.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Joseph wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Joseph cracks Tax Payer with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jihadi Joseph dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Joseph moves away and avoids it.
Joseph cracks a nice hook into Tax Payer's ribs.
Joseph misses with a body shot
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Joseph finds it's way round the side to connect with Tax Payer's head.
Joseph moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Joseph moves away.
A nice inside leg kick there by Joseph. That's going to slow Tax Payer down.
Nice shot lands for Joseph.
Tax Payer has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Joseph scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tax Payer looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jihadi Joseph seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice body punch from Joseph.
Joseph throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T1#
Joseph scoring well with a low kick there.
Joseph misses with a hook
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Tax Payer moves into the clinch successfully.
Tax Payer throws a punch but it's blocked by Joseph.
Joseph is leaning against Tax Payer and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Joseph misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer is leaning against Joseph and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tax Payer throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Joseph breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Joseph misses with a straight right.
A bone on bone clash there as Tax Payer blocks the leg kick.
Joseph cracks a nice hook into Tax Payer's ribs.
A low kick from Joseph is predictable there
and Tax Payer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Joseph lands with a straight right. Tax Payer didn't see that one coming.
Joseph dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Joseph throws a series of punches but Tax Payer avoids them all with ease.
Tax Payer with a nice calf kick.
Joseph throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
A leg kick checked by Tax Payer.
It looked like Tax Payer was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Joseph tries to land a leg kick but Tax Payer saw it coming and moves away.
Joseph sizes up Tax Payer with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Joseph slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Joseph looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
Joseph lands a leg kick that knocks Tax Payer off balance momentarily.
Joseph throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Joseph swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot.
Joseph throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it. #T3#
A combination from Joseph does no damage.
Joseph swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a head kick.
Jab from Joseph.
Joseph misses with a straight right.
Tax Payer is looking for a counter combo.
Tax Payer takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Joseph thuds his right hand into Tax Payer's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Joseph throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
Joseph uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Joseph lands with a cross.
Joseph swats away the attempt to clinch by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tax Payer wants to clinch.#T4#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Joseph, as that shot connected.
Joseph has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Joseph thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Tax Payer if he has to take too many more of those.
Joseph works Tax Payer's body with a nice hook.
Joseph scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Joseph throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice cross by Joseph.
Joseph circles away from the clinch attempt.
A lazy left from Joseph finds it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jihadi Joseph 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#
Joseph looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Joseph tests Tax Payer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Joseph throws a chopping leg kick but Tax Payer manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Joseph rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tax Payer counters with a three punch combo that has Joseph backing up. Joseph nods at Tax Payer to acknowledge the strikes.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tax Payer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Joseph looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
Joseph clobbers Tax Payer with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
It looked like Tax Payer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Joseph misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer tried to counter with a leg kick but Joseph avoided it.
Joseph throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Joseph connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Joseph throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range. #T1#
Joseph lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Joseph, as that shot connected.
Joseph throws a series of punches but Tax Payer avoids them all with ease.
Joseph takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Tax Payer misses with a wild combination.
Tax Payer tries to close the distance and clinch up but Joseph swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Joseph misses with a low kick as Tax Payer jumps back.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Joseph manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Joseph tries a low kick but Tax Payer avoids it.
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot.
Joseph wants to land a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Joseph throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tax Payer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Joseph lands with a nice body punch. #T2#
Tax Payer takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#CL#
Tax Payer moves into the clinch.
Tax Payer misses with the head strike.
Joseph misses with some punches.
A short uppercut from Tax Payer.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC2#
Joseph escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Joseph.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Joseph throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tax Payer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tax Payer tries to grapple but his opponent circles
letting Joseph counter with a right hand.
Joseph dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tax Payer. That did some damage!
Joseph throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Joseph lands a jab to the head. #T3##CL#
Tax Payer pushes Joseph up against the cage in a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Joseph fails to land.
Joseph throws a punch but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands a body punch.
Joseph can't find room to land a body shot as Tax Payer controls the action.
Tax Payer tries to work over Joseph's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tax Payer.
Joseph blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tax Payer throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Josephs head. #BC2#
Joseph breaks the clinch.
No joy there for Joseph, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Joseph digs a good body shot into Tax Payer's ribs.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Joseph throws a front kick aimed at Tax Payer's knee but Tax Payer avoids it well.
Tax Payer tries to clinch but Joseph moves out of range.
Joseph is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tax Payer with a body shot.
Joseph displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Decent striking displayed by Joseph there.#T4#
Joseph swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Joseph fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Joseph throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tax Payer misses with a right hand
and Joseph counters with a one-two to the body.
Joseph tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Joseph.
Joseph throws a chopping leg kick but Tax Payer manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tax Payer half committed to a counter leg kick.
Tax Payer is looking to clinch but Joseph is avoiding it.
Joseph misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Joseph misses the shot to the body.
Joseph swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL#
Tax Payer moves into the clinch.
Joseph lands a shoulder strike.
Joseph tries to throw a body punch but Tax Payer avoids it by throwing Joseph back against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jihadi Joseph really 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.#R4#
Tax Payer takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Joseph throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Joseph.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Joseph jabs at Tax Payer's body.
Joseph throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Joseph misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot.
Joseph lands a head shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joseph lands with a shot to the body.
A swing and a miss from Joseph.
Tax Payer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Joseph.
Joseph scores with a nice strike.#T1#
Tax Payer walks into a left hand.
Jab by Tax Payer.
Joseph lands with a straight right. Tax Payer didn't see that one coming.
Joseph darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tax Payer fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tax Payer is looking to clinch.
Joseph swats away the attempt to clinch by Tax Payer.
Joseph loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Joseph jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tax Payer defending well as Joseph loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer walks into a straight right hand from Joseph.
Joseph misses the jab.#T2##CL#
Tax Payer gets a clinch.
Tax Payer has a couple of punches blocked by Joseph.
Joseph misses with some punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC2#
Joseph breaks the clinch.
Donk. Joseph catches Tax Payer right on the button with a cross.
Joseph scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL#
Tax Payer moves into range and clinches up with Joseph.
Joseph lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Joseph tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tax Payer's elbow.
Joseph tries a body shot but Tax Payer blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tax Payer.
Joseph blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tax Payer lands a left hand.
Joseph blocks an uppercut.
Tax Payer misses with a hook to the ribs.
Joseph's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Joseph scores with a shoulder strike. #T3#
Joseph doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tax Payer blocks a body shot from Joseph.
Joseph misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Joseph pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tax Payer ducks right into an uppercut from Joseph.
Tax Payer with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Joseph to score with a decent uppercut.
Joseph jabs Tax Payer right on the nose. Tax Payer blinks but takes it well.
Tax Payer fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tax Payer tries to clinch but Joseph is having none of it.
Joseph looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Tax Payer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Joseph thuds his right hand into Tax Payer's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Joseph darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tax Payer stalks Joseph and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Joseph's face. Joseph staggers backwards, shaken.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
A swing and a miss from Joseph.
It appears Tax Payer was looking to counter with a kick there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tax Payer takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Joseph goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Tax Payer showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Joseph.
Joseph pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Joseph keeps the fight on the outside.
Joseph lands with a thumping leg kick.
Joseph lands with a hook. Tax Payer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
That kick from Joseph tenderised Tax Payer's leg. Tax Payer is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tax Payer checks a leg kick nicely.
Tax Payer is looking to clinch but Joseph is avoiding it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jihadi Joseph dominated that fourth round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R5#
Joseph throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Finnish Tax Payer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tax Payer takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Joseph throws a leg kick
and Tax Payer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Joseph.
Tax Payer wants to clinch up but Joseph keeps it at a distance.
Joseph scores with a hook to the body. Tax Payer takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A looping hook to the body misses from Joseph. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Joseph throws a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head but Tax Payer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Joseph cracks Tax Payer with an open hand slap.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joseph looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
Joseph paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Joseph lands a jab to Tax Payer's midsection.
Joseph lands with a thumping leg kick. #T1#
Joseph looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Joseph.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Tax Payer tries to close the distance and clinch but Joseph swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tax Payer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Joseph throws a right hand that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tax Payer throws a nice inside leg kick.
Joseph throws a right hand that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a nice leg kick.
Joseph lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Joseph stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tax Payer doesn't manage to clinch there - Joseph circles away.
Joseph tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A slapping leg kick lands for Joseph. #T2#
Good exchange - Joseph coming out on top.
Tax Payer defending well as Joseph loads up on a big left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tax Payer tries to clinch there but Joseph circles away.
Joseph takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Joseph ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Joseph throws a leg kick which misses Tax Payer's front leg but catches the back leg as Tax Payer tries to avoid it.
A jab from Joseph misses.
Tax Payer blocks a leg kick.
Tax Payer takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Joseph misses the jab.
Joseph throws a right hand that misses
and Tax Payer makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Joseph really felt that one!#T3#
Joseph lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Joseph scores with a jab.
Joseph throws an off balance right hand
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Joseph pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Joseph shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL#
Tax Payer closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tax Payer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Joseph.
Tax Payer misses with some punches.
Tax Payer lands a left hand.
Joseph swings wildly with an uppercut but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
A right hook to the body lands for Tax Payer.
Joseph is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Tax Payer working aggressively here.
Joseph tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Joseph tries to work over Tax Payer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
Joseph misses with a body punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tax Payer working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tax Payer works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC2#
Joseph breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Joseph throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tax Payer is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#ROC#Joseph is rocked!
Tax Payer flashes Joseph a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Joseph's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Joseph crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Tax Payer punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 5, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Finnish Tax Payer!
Finnish Tax Payer retains his featherweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Finnish Tax Payer thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 257
Date: Jun 02, 2023

#R1#
Femme jabs Tax Payer to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Femme takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
Femme thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tax Payer slips a jab from Femme.
Femme has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Black Eagle MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Femme scores with a nice strike.
Tax Payer lands a nice hook to Femme's body. Femme takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Femme looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Femme throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Femme.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Femme.
Femme throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Femme looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Tax Payer drops his hands momentarily and Femme takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Femme ducks down to avoid it.
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!
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Femme.
Femme slips under a jab.
Femme throws a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head but Tax Payer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Femme fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Femme is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Femme throws out the jab.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Femme.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A big right from Femme misses.
Tax Payer appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Femme sizes up Tax Payer with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Femme misses with a straight left.
Femme avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Femme misses the jab.
Femme gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Femme connects with a single shot there.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Femme's head but Femme sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Femme.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Femme.
Femme scores with a jab to the head.
Tax Payer connects with an inside leg kick.
Femme misses with a looping right.
Femme missing with a left hand there. Tax Payer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Femme moves out of range.
Femme slips under a jab.
Tax Payer 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.
Good standup being displayed there by Tax Payer as he connects with a hook.
Femme waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
A jab from Femme misses.
Femme steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.#T2#
Femme throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Femme throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Femme has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer jabs Femme right on the nose. Femme blinks but takes it well.
Tax Payer walks into a straight right hand from Femme.
Femme dodges the punch combination from Tax Payer.
Femme lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Femme.
Femme swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Femme.
Good work by Femme as he checks the leg kick.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Femme misses with a hook.
Femme misses with a straight left.
Femme misses the jab.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Femme uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer.
Femme lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Femme throws a shot from downtown. Tax Payer moves away and avoids it.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Femme.
Tax Payer misses with a looping left.#T3#
Femme misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer tries a low kick but Femme avoids it.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Femme's head backwards.
Tax Payer tries to work over Femme's front leg with a kick but Femme checks it.
Good leg kick by Tax Payer.
Femme scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Femme.
Femme slips a jab and a cross from Tax Payer.
The fighters circling - Femme throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It seemed like Tax Payer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Femme throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Femme takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tax Payer scoring well with a low kick there.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Femme.
Femme scores with a hook to the body. Tax Payer takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Femme is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Tax Payer's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Femme moves away.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Femme.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Femme on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Femme displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Femme.
A big right from Femme misses.
Femme lands a really nice looking cross but Tax Payer seems unphased. #T4#
Femme takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Tax Payer lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tax Payer jabs Femme right on the nose. Femme blinks but takes it well.
Tax Payer defending well as Femme loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Femme swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Femme misses with a straight right.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
Tax Payer smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer lands with a slapping head kick.
Femme clobbers Tax Payer with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tax Payer throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tax Payer lands the left hand.
Femme walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Femme is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Femme wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Femme throws a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head but Tax Payer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Femme takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
Femme displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Femme sizes up Tax Payer with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Femme does a little dance to reset his feet.
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 Violent Femme will probably get the nod.
That's time! Femme's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Tax Payer throws a hook but Femme blocks it.
An attempted straight right counter from Femme misses the target.
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target.
Femme stuns Tax Payer with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Femme avoids it easily.
A slow jab from Femme misses its intended target.
Tax Payer scores with a head kick. Femme tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Femme throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Femme connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Femme scores with a jab. Tax Payer acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Femme scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Femme keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tax Payer.
Femme swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Femme takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Femme misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Femme.
Femme cracks Tax Payer with an open hand slap.
Femme blocks a low kick nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Femme misses with a looping left.
Femme checks a low kick from Tax Payer.
Femme misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Femme.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Femme.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Femme takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T1#
Femme defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Femme strikes.
Tax Payer lands with a cross.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Femme was well out of range.
Femme slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer connects with a body shot.#CL#
Femme moves into the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Femme creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Femme fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Tax Payer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Femme fails with an attempt to clinch.
Femme misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Femme manages to avoid it.
Femme pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Femme misses with a body shot.
Femme misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Femme ducked under it nicely.
A jab from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Femme. That did some damage!
Tax Payer takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A big left from Femme misses.
Tax Payer swats away the attempt to clinch by Femme.#T2#
Tax Payer connects with an inside leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Femme sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer takes one on the button.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Femme.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Femme.
Femme scores with a punch to the head.
Femme pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tax Payer misses the jab.
Femme throws a body shot but no joy.
Femme throws out a powerful jab.
Femme slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Femme avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Femme slips the punch.
Femme looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Femme ducks down to avoid it.
Femme throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer tries a quick counter leg kick but Femme is wise to it.
Tax Payer cracks Femme with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nice cross by Tax Payer.#T3#
Femme throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Femme strikes.
Femme checks a leg kick nicely.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Femme checks a leg kick.
Femme throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tax Payer stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A head kick misses from Tax Payer.
Femme ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A big right from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Femme.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Femme.
Tax Payer tries to score with a low kick but Femme moves his leg out of the way.
Tax Payer takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Femme.
Femme lands a jab to the head.
Femme bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Femme throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Femme checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer defending well as Femme loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer cracks Femme with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T4#
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Femme.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Femme checks it.
Tax Payer has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Femme lands with a hook. Tax Payer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Femme manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer lands a nice shot to the body.
Femme lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tax Payer swings for the body but Femme moves out of range.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Femme moves away.
Femme is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tax Payer clobbers Femme with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Femme lands a nice shot that snaps Tax Payer's head back.
A leg kick checked by Femme.
A jab lands there for Femme.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Femme.
Femme misses with a straight right.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Femme cracks Tax Payer with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tax Payer throws a quick inside leg kick.
Femme throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Femme takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Femme's head but Femme sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
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 Violent Femme 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.#R3#
Tax Payer missing with a left hand there. Femme was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tax Payer lands with a straight right. Femme didn't see that one coming.
Femme scores with a nice head shot.
Femme loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Tax Payer swats away the attempt to clinch by Femme.
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
It looked like Femme wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tax Payer scores with a leg kick.
Tax Payer lands with a hook. Femme tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Femme tries to clinch up.
Femme jabs Tax Payer right on the nose. Tax Payer blinks but takes it well.
Femme missing with a left hand there. Tax Payer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Femme fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Violent Femme is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice uppercut there from Tax Payer.
Femme throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A jab from Femme misses.
A jab from Tax Payer finds it's way through Femme's defenses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A jab from Femme misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Femme. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Femme scores with a jab to the jaw.
Femme throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Femme uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Femme swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Tax Payer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Femme blocks a low kick nicely.
Femme fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
A bone on bone clash there as Femme blocks the leg kick.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer tries to score with a low kick but Femme moves his leg out of the way.
An attempted straight right counter from Femme misses the target.
Femme takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Femme was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Femme.
Femme throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Femme keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Femme works Tax Payer's body with a nice hook.
Femme swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Femme misses with an uppercut.
Femme thuds his right hand into Tax Payer's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Femme throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Femme strikes.
Tax Payer lands with a nice body punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Femme ducked under it nicely. #T2#
Tax Payer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Femme loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Femme lands with a good body shot.
Tax Payer's corner calls for a 1-2. Tax Payer obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tax Payer connects with a good right hand that stumbles Femme. Femme circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Femme comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Femme slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Femme moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A jab from Femme misses.
Femme takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Femme just misses with a punch to the body.
Femme misses with a body shot.
Femme misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tax Payer 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 Femme has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Femme and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Femme is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Femme looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tax Payer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Femme fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Femme pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Femme.
An attempted straight right counter from Femme misses the target.#T3#
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Femme ducked under it nicely.
Femme throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer throws a low kick, looking for Femme's leg but Femme calmly moves out of range.
Femme throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Tax Payer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Femme avoids it easily.
Femme is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A big left from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Femme throws out the jab.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick.
Femme connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A big right from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer connects with a single shot there.
Tax Payer lands a lovely overhand right.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Femme misses with a looping right.
A jab from Femme misses.
Tax Payer misses with a hook.#T4#
A jab from Femme misses.
Femme tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
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!
Femme ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Femme throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Femme moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
Femme connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tax Payer. Tax Payer circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Tax Payer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Femme strikes.
Tax Payer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Femme doesn't seem bothered though.
Femme blocks a low kick nicely.
Tax Payer takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Femme throws a big shot that misses.
Jab by Femme.
Tax Payer throws a lazy right hand but Femme sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tax Payer missing with a left hand there. Femme was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tax Payer cracks Femme with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Femme looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Tax Payer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tax Payer misses with a head kick.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
Femme throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Finnish Tax Payer just about did enough to take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Femme.
Femme throws a shot from downtown. Tax Payer moves away and avoids it.
Tax Payer buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Femme just misses with a punch to the body.
Femme throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer throws out a powerful jab.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Femme.
Tax Payer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Femme sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Femme moves into range and connects with a jab.
Femme uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tax Payer.
Femme lands a nice shot that snaps Tax Payer's head back.
Good shot there by Femme.
Nice uppercut lands for Femme. That snapped Tax Payer's head back.
Good shot there by Tax Payer.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Femme takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tax Payer connects with a jab.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Femme.
Femme catches Tax Payer with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tax Payer takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A bone on bone clash there as Femme blocks the leg kick.
Tax Payer tries to land a leg kick but Femme saw it coming and moves away. #T1#
Tax Payer connects with a solid leg kick.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Femme strikes.
Tax Payer scores with a jab.
Femme ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
A big left from Femme misses.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Femme throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tax Payer drops his hands momentarily and Femme takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The crowd cheers as Femme lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tax Payer doesn't seem phased though.
Femme takes one on the button.
Femme with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Femme ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Femme punishes Tax Payer's body with a nice straight punch.
Jab by Femme.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tax Payer moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands with a hook. Femme tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Femme on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.#T2#
Femme uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
Good leg kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tax Payer attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A low kick lands for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Femme misses with a hook.
Femme staying out of range there.
Femme throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tax Payer! But no joy.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Femme ducks down to avoid it.
A quick step to the side and Femme tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Femme keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Femme missing with a left hand there. Tax Payer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Femme fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tax Payer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tax Payer misses with a two punch combination.
Femme scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Femme misses with a straight right.
Femme misses the jab.
Tax Payer only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a solid leg kick but Femme takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tax Payer.
A big right from Tax Payer misses. #T3#
The fighters circle momentarily. Femme darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tax Payer scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Femme moves out of range of the strikes.
Tax Payer fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Femme is out of range.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Femme.
A clash of legs there as Femme blocks the low kick.
Femme checks a low kick from Tax Payer.
Nice body punch from Femme.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Femme.
Femme cracks Tax Payer with a good jab.
Femme throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tax Payer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice uppercut there from Tax Payer.
Femme works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Tax Payer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Femme throws a body shot but no joy.
Femme defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Femme avoids the punch easily.
Femme throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the jaw.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Femme gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A jab from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Femme is out of range.
Tax Payer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Femme connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tax Payer's hands.
Tax Payer lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Femme at a distance.
Some bone on bone action there as Femme checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Femme uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
Femme is looking to counter punch.
Tax Payer looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Femme digs a good hook to Tax Payer's body.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Femme.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer lands an overhand right.
Femme connects with a right hand. Tax Payer shakes it off.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Femme slips the punch.
Tax Payer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Femme moves out of range.
Femme throws a big shot that misses.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick that knocks Femme off balance momentarily.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Femme.
Tax Payer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tax Payer connects with a single shot there.
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 Violent Femme 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. This is the final round!#R5#
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Femme.
Finnish Tax Payer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tax Payer fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Femme throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Femme swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Femme fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Tax Payer slips under a jab from Femme.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Femme was well out of range.
Femme takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tax Payer digs a good hook to Femme's body.
Good shot there by Femme.
Femme misses the jab.
Tax Payer scoring well with a low kick there.
Tax Payer swings for the body but Femme moves out of range.
Tax Payer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Femme jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Femme throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Femme throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Femme blocks a jab.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Femme connects with a right hand. Tax Payer shakes it off.#T1#
Tax Payer lands a lovely overhand right.
Femme lands a nice looking body shot.
Femme keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Femme uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tax Payer.
Femme misses with a wild body shot.
Femme defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Femme moves away.
Femme scores with a jab to the jaw.
Nice shot by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Femme.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Femme does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Femme moves out of range.
Femme swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Femme.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Femme strikes.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Femme avoids the punch easily.
Femme swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Femme ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Femme swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Femme misses with a straight left.
A slow jab from Femme misses its intended target. #T2#
Tax Payer needs to keep his hands up - Femme had a free shot at his head there.
Femme scores with a jab to the body.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Tax Payer throws an overhand right that lands on Femme's shoulder, as Femme tries to avoid the shot.
Femme lands with an uppercut that bounces Tax Payer off the cage and back into range.
Tax Payer misses the jab.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Femme manages to avoid it.
Femme throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Femme.
Femme throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tax Payer stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick.
Femme dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A big right from Tax Payer misses.
Femme scores with the left hand. Tax Payer knows he should have avoided that one.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Femme. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick. #T3#
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Femme moved away.
Femme lands with a hook. Tax Payer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tax Payer misses the jab.
Tax Payer walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Femme checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Femme throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Femme ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Tax Payer throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tax Payer has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Femme finds it's way round the side to connect with Tax Payer's head.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Femme uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer tried to score with a low kick but Femme checks it.
Tax Payer thumps Femme with a low kick.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tax Payer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Femme throws out the jab.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Femme saw that one coming.
Femme cracks Tax Payer with a right hand to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tax Payer uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Femme has time to react.
Tax Payer takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T4#
Femme lands a jab to Tax Payer's midsection.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Femme avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Femme. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Femme moves out of range of the leg kick from Tax Payer.
Femme walks into a stiff left hand from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer with the inside leg kick.
Tax Payer chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tax Payer missing with a left hand there. Femme was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Femme throws out a powerful jab.
Tax Payer misses with a two punch combination.
Tax Payer is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Tax Payer thows a left - swing and a miss!
An inside leg kick from Tax Payer misses.
A slow jab from Femme misses its intended target.
Femme throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Femme with a hook.
Femme throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Femme moved out of range nicely.
Violent Femme is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tax Payer defending well as Femme loads up on a big left hand.
Femme slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.

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 Violent Femme.
Well Femme 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 50:45
Judge James Glass scores the fight 48:49
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Finnish Tax Payer!
Finnish Tax Payer is the new featherweight champion!
An out of breath Finnish Tax Payer thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 253
Date: May 14, 2023

#R1#
A big left from Tax Payer misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A low kick from Tax Payer is predictable there
and Jean Baptiste counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Jean Baptiste takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a lazy head kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste needs to keep his hands up - Tax Payer had a free shot at his head there.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A jab from Tax Payer finds it's way through Jean Baptiste's defenses.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tax Payer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tax Payer connects with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste cracks a nice hook into Tax Payer's ribs.
Tax Payer chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jean Baptiste has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Tax Payer lands the left hand.#T1#
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tax Payer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the head.
Tax Payer works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jean Baptiste darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tax Payer walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jean Baptiste momentarily.
Jab by Jean Baptiste.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jean Baptiste walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
It seemed like Tax Payer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tax Payer takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jean Baptiste feints and then cracks Tax Payer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tax Payer down.
Tax Payer paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A shot to the liver by Tax Payer. Beautiful body shot.#T2#
Jean Baptiste keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Tax Payer.
A big left from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer misses with a body kick.
Tax Payer scores with a hook to the body. Jean Baptiste takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jean Baptiste lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Jean Baptiste tries a head kick but it misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tax Payer tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tax Payer can pounce on him.
Tax Payer motions for Jean Baptiste to come forward. Tax Payer throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tax Payer throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
A big right from Jean Baptiste misses.
Tax Payer misses with a looping left.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.#T3#
Tax Payer misses with a lunging right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste is looking to score with low kicks.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Tax Payer connects with a body shot that sends Jean Baptiste's belly button to the back.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Tax Payer lands a really nice looking cross but Jean Baptiste seems unphased.
Tax Payer scores with a nice head shot.
Tax Payer throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Jean Baptiste's head.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A solid body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer thumps Jean Baptiste with a low kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jean Baptiste uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste walks into a stiff left hand from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste digs a good hook to Tax Payer's body.
Jean Baptiste will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #T4#
Good work by Jean Baptiste as he checks the leg kick.
Tax Payer is looking to score with low kicks.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the leg kick from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer blocks the body kick.
Jean Baptiste lands with an uppercut that bounces Tax Payer off the cage and back into range.
Jean Baptiste lands a glancing blow to the side of Tax Payer's head.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste 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.
Tax Payer throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer 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.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Jean Baptiste looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tax Payer plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Jean Baptiste throws a push kick but Tax Payer slaps the foot to one side.
Jean Baptiste delivers a nice body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands with a cross.
Tax Payer misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Tax Payer follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer throws a nice outside leg kick.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Jean Baptiste might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Tax Payer misses with a lunging right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
As Tax Payer backs away, Jean Baptiste returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Tax Payer misses with a few strikes there.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer works over Jean Baptiste's head and body with a nice combination.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste misses with an attempted mid kick.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer misses with a shot to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Tax Payer will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste throws a shot to the body.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Tax Payer takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tax Payer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jean Baptiste lands with a straight right. Tax Payer didn't see that one coming.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jean Baptiste.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste takes one on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste thinks about countering with a body kick.#T2#
Tax Payer is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick which misses Jean Baptiste's front leg but catches the back leg as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick nicely.
That kick from Jean Baptiste tenderised Tax Payer's leg. Tax Payer is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tax Payer misses with a double jab.
Jab, jab by Jean Baptiste - just one landing.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that misses.
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tax Payer throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good low kick that Tax Payer was not able to check.
Tax Payer misses with a straight right.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Jean Baptiste misses with an attempted mid kick. #T3#
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Tax Payer misses with a hook.
Tax Payer smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jean Baptiste walks into a stiff left hand from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer scores with a hook to the body. Jean Baptiste takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tax Payer misses with a hook #CL#
and Jean Baptiste counters by moving into the clinch. #BC2#
Tax Payer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jean Baptiste walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Tax Payer 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.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Tax Payer throws a body kick.
Nice straight punches there by Tax Payer. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tax Payer avoids a kick to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice leg kick lands there from Jean Baptiste.
A clash of legs there as Jean Baptiste blocks the low kick.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Tax Payer throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jean Baptiste defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tax Payer lunges at Jean Baptiste with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Jean Baptiste's hand.
Jean Baptiste takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jean Baptiste tests Tax Payer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tax Payer cracks Jean Baptiste with a good jab.
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
A countering left hand to the body from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a right and a left that both miss.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Tax Payer blocks the body kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tax Payer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jean Baptiste looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tax Payer throws a wild body kick that Jean Baptiste sees coming a mile off.#CL#
Jean Baptiste closes the distance and pushes Tax Payer back into the cage.#BC2#
Tax Payer breaks from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tax Payer takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Jean Baptiste digs a good body shot into Tax Payer's ribs.
Jean Baptiste throws a head kick that Tax Payer semi-blocks.
Tax Payer misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste missing with a left hand there. Tax Payer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jean Baptiste is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A jab from Jean Baptiste misses.
Tax Payer tries to move into range but Jean Baptiste moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tax Payer throws a nice inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab.
The fighters circling - Jean Baptiste throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tax Payer's knee momentarily.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste lands a really nice looking cross but Tax Payer seems unphased.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tax Payer looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Tax Payer throws a sloppy head kick and Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
A quick step to the side and Jean Baptiste tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste throws a sloppy head kick and Tax Payer moves out of range easily.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Good standup being displayed there by Tax Payer as he connects with a hook.
Tax Payer avoids a kick to the body.
Tax Payer follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer misses with a double jab
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good, hard body kick but Tax Payer shrugs it off.
Jean Baptiste keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Good leg kick by Tax Payer. #T2#
Jean Baptiste 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 seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Brady Jean Baptiste has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste blocks the body kick.
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Jean Baptiste down with leg kicks.
That kick from Jean Baptiste tenderised Tax Payer's leg. Tax Payer is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick that knocks Jean Baptiste off balance momentarily.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
The fighters circling - Jean Baptiste throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Tax Payer walks into a left hand.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Jean Baptiste was well out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer unleashes a big counter combination but Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tax Payer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tax Payer chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jean Baptiste can pounce on him. #T3#
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A shot to the liver by Tax Payer. Beautiful body shot.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Jean Baptiste punishes Tax Payer's body with a nice straight punch.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer scores with a jab. Jean Baptiste acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice outside leg kick.
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Jean Baptiste - that will leave a mark!
Tax Payer takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Jean Baptiste walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
Jean Baptiste uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste throws a big counter combination but Tax Payer scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste throwing a counter right hand but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tax Payer on the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A nice leg kick from Tax Payer, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jean Baptiste takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice looking combination but Tax Payer bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Jean Baptiste chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tax Payer can pounce on him.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Good leg kick by Tax Payer.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Tax Payer sees it coming and checks it nicely.
The fighters circling - Tax Payer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer scores with a leg kick.
Tax Payer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem bothered though.
Jean Baptiste is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Tax Payer throws a body kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Brady Jean Baptiste showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Tax Payer has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Finnish Tax Payer!
A very excited looking Finnish Tax Payer 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: Sucker Punch Pro Series 248
Date: Apr 23, 2023

#R1#
Jimenez misses with a double jab.
Jimenez paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tax Payer cracks a nice hook into Jimenez's ribs.
Jimenez throws a shot from downtown. Tax Payer moves away and avoids it.
Danga de danga de dang - Jimenez scores with a four punch combination!
Jimenez takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jimenez lands with a shot to the body.
Jimenez lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Tax Payer looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Jimenez takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer walks into a jab.
Jimenez looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
Tax Payer tries a head kick but it misses.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tax Payer.
A cross from Tax Payer lands.
A jab from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Jimenez 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.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Jimenez throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jimenez misses with a straight right.
Jimenez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jimenez is out of range. #T1#
Good work by Jimenez as he checks the leg kick.
Tax Payer takes one to the chin there.
Jimenez connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Jimenez gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tax Payer.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
An attempted straight right counter from Jimenez misses the target.
Jimenez thuds his right hand into Tax Payer's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tax Payer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nice shot by Jimenez.
Jimenez misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Jimenez avoids it easily.
Jimenez defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick as Jimenez jumps back.
Jimenez slips under a jab.
Jimenez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Jimenez ducks down to avoid it.
A combination from Jimenez does no damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tax Payer with a nice calf kick.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tax Payer looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jimenez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer. #TD#
Jimenez looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Tax Payer looks like he's trying to stand up. #T2##ES2#
Tax Payer has one foot on Jimenez's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Jimenez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An inside leg kick lands from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jimenez's sensitive parts.
A big right from Tax Payer misses.
A little feinted left hand from Jimenez on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jimenez loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
No joy there for Jimenez, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jimenez.
Tax Payer with a nice cross.
A jab lands there for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer cracks Jimenez with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Jimenez sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jimenez misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jimenez.
Jimenez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer keeps the fight on the outside.#T3#
Tax Payer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jimenez just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sloppy strikes from Jimenez. Those never looked like landing.
Jimenez misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tax Payer scores with a nice strike.
Jimenez throws a head kick but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Jimenez back to the cage. Tax Payer follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Tax Payer scores with a nice head shot.
Tax Payer throws a nice head kick!
Tax Payer misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jimenez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jimenez throws a right and a left that Tax Payer avoids nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jimenez. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
Jimenez bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target.
Jimenez takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Jimenez bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jimenez.
Tax Payer throws a poor cross that misses
and Jimenez counters with a two punch combo.
Tax Payer lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jimenez throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jimenez throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer throws an overhand right that lands on Jimenez's shoulder, as Jimenez tries to avoid the shot.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jimenez.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Jimenez strikes.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer blocks a head kick by Jimenez.
Jimenez throws a sloppy head kick and Tax Payer moves out of range easily.
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Jimenez misses the shot to the body.
Jimenez bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Tax Payer throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Jimenez stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tax Payer moves forwards but Jimenez connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Jimenez misses with a straight right.
Jimenez throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Finnish Tax Payer 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#
Jimenez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Tax Payer darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jimenez takes one on the button.
Jimenez throws a head kick that misses.
Tax Payer connects with a nice looking jab.
Jimenez slips a jab from Tax Payer.
Jimenez throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tax Payer stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Jimenez has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tax Payer finds it's way round the side to connect with Jimenez's head.
Good leg kick by Tax Payer.
Jimenez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nice shot by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Jimenez was well out of range.
A low kick from Tax Payer is predictable there
and Jimenez counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jimenez slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Jimenez looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tax Payer lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tax Payer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jimenez looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jimenez swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Jimenez backing away here, and Tax Payer unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T1#
Jimenez will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tax Payer swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jimenez is looking to counter punch.
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
Jimenez throws a wild body kick that Tax Payer sees coming a mile off.
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jimenez throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
No joy there for Jimenez, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer tries a low kick but Jimenez avoids it.
Jimenez is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Jimenez lands a body shot.
Jimenez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Jimenez fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Jimenez throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tax Payer on the side of the head.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Jimenez.
Tax Payer tries a head kick but it misses.
Tax Payer pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jimenez is out of range and Tax Payer settles back down. #TD#
Jimenez gets a double leg takedown into Tax Payer's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tax Payer wants to stand and escape but Jimenez is having none of it.
Tax Payer is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T2##ES2#
Tax Payer has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Jimenez has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Jimenez misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jimenez tries to work over Tax Payer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tax Payer misses with a punch on the inside.
Jimenez lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Jimenez tries a body shot but Tax Payer blocks it.
Jimenez misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tax Payer blocks an uppercut.
Tax Payer scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Jimenez misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jimenez looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tax Payer lands with a shot to the body.
Jimenez moves out of range of the leg kick from Tax Payer.
Jimenez throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Jimenez blocks a head kick by Tax Payer.
Nice jab there from Jimenez.
A jab from Tax Payer does it's job there.#T3#
Jimenez misses with a wild body shot.
Jimenez pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Jimenez avoids it easily.
Tax Payer misses with a double jab.
Tax Payer looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tax Payer displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick as Jimenez jumps back.
Jimenez takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Tax Payer looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jimenez.
Jimenez tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Jimenez keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tax Payer.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer moves into range and connects with a jab.
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!
Jimenez misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Jimenez slips the punch.
Jimenez has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tax Payer.#T4#
Tax Payer defending well as Jimenez loads up on a big left hand.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jimenez fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tax Payer checks it well.
Tax Payer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The fighters circling - Tax Payer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jimenez is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Tax Payer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer scores with a decent looking hook.
Tax Payer cracks Jimenez with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Finnish Tax Payer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Jimenez.
Jimenez throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jimenez.
Jimenez slips a jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Jimenez blocks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jimenez pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jimenez fails to land the takedown.
Tax Payer slips a jab and a cross from Jimenez.
Nice uppercut lands for Jimenez. That snapped Tax Payer's head back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Jimenez blocks a head kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer chopping away at his opponent's legs. #CL#
Jimenez closes the distance and pushes Tax Payer back into the cage.
Jimenez is trying to stall.
Jimenez tries to score a body lock takedown but Tax Payer shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Tax Payer scores with a hook to the body.
A body shot lands from Jimenez.
Jimenez goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jimenez can't find room to land a body shot as Tax Payer controls the action.
Tax Payer wants to break the clinch but can't.
Jimenez is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Tax Payer tries to throw a body punch but Jimenez avoids it by throwing Tax Payer back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Tax Payer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tax Payer missing with a left hand there. Jimenez was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jimenez looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tax Payer with a nice calf kick.
Tax Payer blocks a head kick by Jimenez.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Jimenez.
Tax Payer tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jimenez is able to avoid easily.#T1#
Jimenez throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer tries to score with a low kick but Jimenez moves his leg out of the way.
Jimenez ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Jimenez connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tax Payer. Tax Payer circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jimenez throws a leg kick that misses.
A good leg kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a lazy right hand but Jimenez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jimenez keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jimenez swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Jimenez takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jimenez ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Jimenez throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer tries a quick counter leg kick but Jimenez is wise to it.
Jimenez looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jimenez throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tax Payer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jimenez moves out of range of the strikes.
Jimenez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer connects with a body shot.#T2#
Tax Payer takes a jab right on the kisser.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jimenez was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Jimenez.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer looks to score with a jab to the body but Jimenez is just out of range.
Jimenez checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jimenez is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Jimenez lands with a shot to the body.
Jimenez throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a looping left.
Jimenez appears to be looking for a big counter.
Jimenez checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Jimenez ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Jimenez walks into a left hand.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Jimenez.
Tax Payer defending well as Jimenez loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Jimenez.
Jimenez misses with a looping right.
Tax Payer throws an overhand right that lands on Jimenez's shoulder, as Jimenez tries to avoid the shot.
Jimenez lands an overhand right.
Tax Payer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jimenez throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Tax Payer's head.
Tax Payer connects with a body shot that sends Jimenez's belly button to the back.
Jimenez slips under a jab from Tax Payer.
A big left from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Jimenez counters with a straight right hand.
Jimenez will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tax Payer takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Jimenez was well out of range.
Jimenez throws a head kick but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer scores with a nice right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer slips under a jab from Jimenez.
Jimenez showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tax Payer.
Jimenez was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T4#
Tax Payer misses with a head kick.
Jimenez looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Jimenez lands a jab to the nose.
Jimenez lands a jab to the nose.
Tax Payer stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jimenez.
A big right from Jimenez misses.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but Jimenez moves out of range easily.
Tax Payer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jimenez is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tax Payer buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jimenez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jimenez checks a leg kick.
Jimenez tries to clinch there but Tax Payer circles away.
Jimenez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Tax Payer throws a right hand that misses
and Jimenez counters with a right hand to the body.
Tax Payer throws a lazy right hand but Jimenez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Diogo Jimenez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jimenez takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Finnish Tax Payer.
I've got Tax Payer 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: SYN 961 Hlervu vs. Kutvonen
Date: Feb 24, 2023

#R1#
King fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tax Payer has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A looping hook to the body misses from King. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
King connects with a body shot.
King takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
King slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from King. That one must have hurt.
Tax Payer scores with a nice head shot.#CL#
Tax Payer pushes King up against the cage in a clinch.
Tax Payer blocks a body shot from King.
Tax Payer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of King backwards.
Tax Payer blocks an uppercut.
Nice body punch from King - that landed with a thud.
King missing with knees to the body.
Tax Payer misses with a punch on the inside.
Tax Payer cracks King with a nice body shot.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tax Payer creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
King tries to land a knee to the head but Tax Payer blocks with his arms.
King tries to land a knee to the head but Tax Payer blocks with his arms.
Tax Payer misses with a short punch on the inside.
King with a knee to the head.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, King just misses with a elbow thrown towards Tax Payer's brow.
Tax Payer gets through King's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T1#
Tax Payer lands a hook to the side of the head.
King misses with a knee to the head.
King tries to land a knee to the head but Tax Payer blocks with his arms. #BC#
Tax Payer breaks from the clinch.
King misses with a body punch
and King takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
King digs a good body shot into Tax Payer's ribs.
Tax Payer cracks King with a good jab.
Tax Payer throws a jab when King was well out of range.
King feints a counter leg kick.
King throws a leg kick but Tax Payer moved away.
Tax Payer has been working on his boxing with his coaches at FF Forever in the buildup to the fight.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tax Payer looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tax Payer blocks the body kick.
King looking to land some kicks to the body here.
King misses with a body kick.
Tax Payer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
King wants to land a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
A combination from Tax Payer does no damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
King tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from King.#T2#
Tax Payer slips under a jab.#CL#
Tax Payer moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Tax Payer escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick that misses.
Tax Payer looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
King lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but King sees it coming and checks it nicely.
King with the inside leg kick.
Tax Payer wants to clinch.
Tax Payer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
King staying out of range there.
And King responds with a good body kick, but Tax Payer manages to step out the way in time.
Tax Payer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract King.
Tax Payer attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
King throws a fast counter high kick but Tax Payer manages to duck under it in time.
Tax Payer scores with a decent looking hook.#T3#
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
King fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tax Payer.
A nice leg kick lands there from King.
King lands a right hook to the body.
Tax Payer lands a nice hook to King's body. King takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tax Payer throws a half hearted mid kick.
King with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tax Payer looks to land a body kick but King moved away.
Crunch! King slams his shin into Tax Payer's torso.
King uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
King throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tax Payer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tax Payer throws a sloppy head kick and King moves out of range easily.
Tax Payer thuds a left hand into King's body.
King looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from King - that will leave a mark!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer tries to clinch up.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but it's checked well by King.
Tax Payer tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T4#
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by King.
King ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
King misses with a right hand
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Tax Payer tries a low kick but King avoids it.
King keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tax Payer rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but King moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
King ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
King fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by King.
An inside leg kick lands from King.
Tax Payer tries to clinch there but King circles away.
King was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
King circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tax Payer is looking to clinch but King is avoiding it.
Tax Payer moves out of range as King strikes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
King moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
King misses with a body shot
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
King finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
King thuds a left hand into Tax Payer's body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but James King 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#
King throws a low kick but Tax Payer avoids it.
Tax Payer half committed to a counter leg kick.
James King seems to be getting the better of the standup.
King checks a low kick from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but King avoids it.
Nice body punch from King.
Tax Payer wants to clinch
and King counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
The fighters circling - King throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tax Payer feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tax Payer lands a nice shot to the body.
King lands a nice hook to Tax Payer's body. Tax Payer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but King is out of range.
King keeps Tax Payer at a distance using the push kick.
King turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
King checks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
King keeps the fight on the outside.
King works Tax Payer's body with a nice hook.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
A big left from Tax Payer misses. #T1#
King moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from King.
Tax Payer thuds his right hand into King's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
King takes a shot right to the bread basket.
King attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Tax Payer swinging wildly here.
Good work by King as he checks the leg kick.
King swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A clash of legs there as Tax Payer blocks the low kick.
King thuds a left hand into Tax Payer's body.
A big left from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer scores with a jab.
Tax Payer misses with a left hand
and King makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Tax Payer blocks the body kick.
King throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
King tries a head kick but it misses.
Tax Payer lunges at King with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by King's hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A low kick from King misses
and Tax Payer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Tax Payer looks for the body kick but King saw that one coming.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from King! But no joy.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
King tries to land a front kick but Tax Payer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tax Payer wants to clinch but King slips to the side
and King cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tax Payer avoids a kick to the body.
Tax Payer tries to close the distance and clinch up but King swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tax Payer throws out a powerful jab.
Tax Payer throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A punch combination from Tax Payer misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tax Payer 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 King has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from King and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Some bone on bone action there as King checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
King walks into a left hand.
A chopping leg kick lands by King.
A combination from Tax Payer does no damage.
King scores with a spinning back kick!
King checks a leg kick.
A little jabbing left from King on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
King scores with a shot to the body. #T3#
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
Tax Payer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
King throws a body kick that misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Tax Payer misses the target.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tax Payer 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 King has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from King and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tax Payer chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tax Payer fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
And King responds with a good body kick, but Tax Payer manages to step out the way in time.
Tax Payer fails in his attempt to clinch.
King lands a really nice looking cross but Tax Payer seems unphased.
Tax Payer lands a right hook to the body.
Tax Payer throws a low kick, looking for King's leg but King calmly moves out of range.
Tax Payer fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tax Payer sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
King throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tax Payer tries to clinch but King moves out of range.
A decent looking body kick lands there for King.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
King on the wrong end of a kick to the body. #T4#
King takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CL#
Tax Payer moves into the clinch.
King lands a right hand. #BC2#
King manages to break the clinch.
A leg kick checked by King.
King blocks the body kick.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that King semi-blocks.
King throws a leg kick but Tax Payer sees it coming and moves out of range.
King fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
King with a nice calf kick.
Tax Payer lands a nice looking kick to the body. King takes a step back to recover.
King slips a jab from Tax Payer.
A little jabbing left from King on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
King misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
King fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tax Payer looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
King is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Tax Payer rather than just go for the knockout.
Tax Payer throws a front kick aimed at King's knee but King avoids it well.
A low kick lands for King.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick that misses.
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 Finnish Tax Payer 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#
Tax Payer tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. King manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Tax Payer.
King keeps the fight on the outside.
Tax Payer paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
King lands with a good body shot.#CL#
Tax Payer fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with King, pushing him back against the cage.
King tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Tax Payer digs a right hand underneath King's ribcage. King let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
King throws a sloppy head kick
and Tax Payer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
King avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
King waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Tax Payer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tax Payer is looking to clinch.
King keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tax Payer buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
King scores with a nice strike.#T1#
King pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tax Payer tries to clinch up.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
King throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it. #CL#
Tax Payer rushes King and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
King using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Tax Payer has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Tax Payer is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tax Payer misses with some punches.
Tax Payer blocking some punches.
Finnish Tax Payer has scored more points in the clinch so far.
King keeps control of Tax Payer as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
King has a couple of punches blocked by Tax Payer.
King tries a body shot but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of King backwards.
A body shot lands from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
King breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
King ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
King avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
A jab from Tax Payer does it's job there.
Tax Payer comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tax Payer tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but King paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A little jabbing left from King on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
King takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL#
Tax Payer pushes King up against the cage in a clinch.
Tax Payer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tax Payer prevents a body shot from King. #BC2#
King breaks the clinch.
King throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tax Payer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A big right from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick.
King takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Tax Payer scores with a jab. King acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
King misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a low kick, looking for King's leg but King calmly moves out of range.
King steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
King takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T3#
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and King counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tax Payer scores with a punch to the head.
Tax Payer tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. King manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
King tries a head kick but it misses.
Tax Payer pushes King away with a front kick.
A jab from King misses.
King tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tax Payer takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Tax Payer lands a jab to the nose.
King takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
King scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as King throws out the jab.
Tax Payer blocks a head kick by King.
Tax Payer tried to counter with a leg kick but King avoided it.
King has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tax Payer.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from King.
Tax Payer tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but King paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tax Payer keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #T4#
Tax Payer tests King's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the body kick.
Tax Payer lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
King just misses with a punch to the body.
King scores with a head kick. Tax Payer tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Tax Payer blocks the body kick.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but King checks it.
Tax Payer will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
King looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
King dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tax Payer. That did some damage!#CL#
Tax Payer pushes King up against the cage in a clinch.
King lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
King lands a knee to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer throws a head punch that misses.
Tax Payer managing to block the knees to the body from King.
King misses with the head strike.
King using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
King blocks a punch to the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Finnish Tax Payer showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tax Payer 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:28
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Finnish Tax Payer!
A relieved looking Finnish Tax Payer 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 953 Maluga vs. Leifsson 6
Date: Jan 25, 2023

#R1#
Tax Payer misses with a body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Duvernay misses its target.
Duvernay swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tax Payer misses with a left hand
and Duvernay counters with a left to the body.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Duvernay moved away.#CL#
Duvernay clinches.
Tax Payer lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC2#
Tax Payer breaks from the clinch.
Tax Payer scores with a body shot. #CL2#
Tax Payer moves into the clinch.
Tax Payer blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Duvernay lands a shoulder strike.
Duvernay gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Tax Payer throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Duvernays head.
I was talking to Duvernay's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Duvernay comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Tax Payer lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Duvernay lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Duvernay pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Tax Payer swings wildly with an uppercut but Duvernay uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice left hand lands by Duvernay.
Duvernay lands an elbow just above Tax Payer 's eye.
Tax Payer throws a head punch that misses.
Tax Payer scores with a shot to the side of Duvernay's head. #T1#
Duvernay throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tax Payer blocks an uppercut.
Tax Payer lands a left hand.
Tax Payer is trying to pull guard but Duvernay turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC2#
Tax Payer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
and Duvernay cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tax Payer takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL2#
Tax Payer pushes Duvernay up against the cage in a clinch.
Duvernay misses with the head strike.
Tax Payer dodges an elbow strike from Duvernay.
Tax Payer lands a right hand.
Duvernay blocks an uppercut.
Tax Payer lands an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head punch on the inside from Duvernay fails to land.
Duvernay takes a shot to the head.
Duvernay lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tax Payer blocks an elbow strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Duvernay.
Tax Payer has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Duvernay seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tax Payer can turn it around.
A head punch on the inside from Duvernay fails to land.
A shot in the inside from Tax Payer. #T2#
Duvernay throws an elbow that misses.
Duvernay misses with a short punch on the inside.
Duvernay scores with a shoulder strike.
Tax Payer misses with a body punch.
Duvernay gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Tax Payer is trying to pull guard but Duvernay has him pressed against the cage.
Duvernay blocks a body shot from Tax Payer.
Duvernay throws an elbow but it misses.
Tax Payer gets through Duvernay's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tax Payer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Tax Payer breaks from the clinch.
Duvernay throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Duvernay 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.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Duvernay's head but Duvernay sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tax Payer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tax Payer takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Duvernay lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tax Payer keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CL#
Duvernay moves into the clinch successfully.
Tax Payer misses with some punches.
Duvernay misses with a punch on the inside. #T3#
Duvernay throws a punch but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with some punches.
Duvernay blocking some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tax Payer creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Duvernay throws an elbow that misses. #BC2#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch.
Duvernay misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Duvernay sees it coming and moves out of range.
Duvernay misses with a leg kick.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tax Payer blocks the body kick.
Duvernay fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer lands a front kick.
Tax Payer misses with a straight right.
Tax Payer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Duvernay sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tax Payer throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Duvernay misses with a looping left.
A nice leg kick lands there from Duvernay. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Tax Payer flicks out a counter leg kick but Duvernay steps away.
Duvernay throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer walks into a stiff left hand from Duvernay.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Duvernay looks to throw a body kick
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab. #CL#
Duvernay has Tax Payer up against the cage in a clinch. #BC2#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tax Payer appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tax Payer is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tax Payer delivers a nice body kick.
Duvernay uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Duvernay scores with a punch to the head.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick
and Tax Payer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Duvernay displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Duvernay slips a jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Duvernay ducks down to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Evan Duvernay will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
Duvernay throwing a counter right hand but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Duvernay throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range. #CL#
Duvernay pushes Tax Payer up against the cage in a clinch.
Tax Payer lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tax Payer working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tax Payer dodges an elbow strike from Duvernay.
Duvernay throws an elbow that misses.
Tax Payer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tax Payer fails to pull guard.
Tax Payer scores with a shot to the side of Duvernay's head.
Tax Payer takes an elbow to the temple.
Tax Payer is working Duvernay over against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Tax Payer escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Duvernay fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nice straight punches there by Tax Payer. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tax Payer.
Tax Payer on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Duvernay. Duvernay obviously looking to wear him down.
Evan Duvernay is winning the standup battle so far.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Duvernay sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Duvernay staying out of range there.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses
and Duvernay cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Duvernay looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
Tax Payer works the jab nicely.
Duvernay is looking to clinch but Tax Payer is avoiding it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Duvernay.
The fighters circling - Duvernay throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Evan Duvernay seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Duvernay throws a leg kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the jaw.
Duvernay misses with a looping left.
Duvernay misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Duvernay swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice body kick from Tax Payer.
Duvernay ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.#CL#
Duvernay closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The fight stays on the outside here - Duvernay looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tax Payer fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Duvernay is out of range. #T2#
Tax Payer misses with a hook.
Tax Payer falls off balance throwing a combination
and Duvernay counters with a leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that Duvernay semi-blocks.
Duvernay swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Duvernay misses with a hook to the body
and Tax Payer counters with a good low kick that Duvernay was not able to check.
Duvernay uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
Duvernay misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Nice jab there from Duvernay.
Duvernay throws a half hearted mid kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Duvernay.
Duvernay tries to clinch but Tax Payer is having none of it.
Tax Payer connects with a good right hand that stumbles Duvernay. Duvernay circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Tax Payer tries to score with a low kick but Duvernay moves his leg out of the way.
Tax Payer lands a head shot.
Duvernay moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Duvernay jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A lazy body kick from Tax Payer
and Duvernay counters with a solid body kick. #T3#
Tax Payer throws a low kick but Duvernay moves out of range easily.
Duvernay throwing a counter right hand but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Jab from Tax Payer.
A slow jab from Duvernay misses its intended target.
Duvernay lands with a nice body punch.
A lazy left from Duvernay finds it's target.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Duvernay scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the body kick.
Duvernay scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tax Payer tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Duvernay manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Duvernay pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Duvernay.
Duvernay swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Duvernay sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Duvernay is out of range.
Duvernay fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tax Payer swats away the attempt to clinch by Duvernay.#T4#
Tax Payer misses with a straight right.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Duvernay was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Duvernay misses with a wild body shot.
A swing and a miss from Duvernay.
Duvernay doesn't manage to clinch there - Tax Payer circles away.
Duvernay looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Duvernay moves out of range of the body kick.
Tax Payer delivers a nice body kick.
Tax Payer pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Duvernay swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A head kick from Tax Payer lands but Duvernay takes it in his stride.
Duvernay swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Duvernay fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tax Payer swats away the attempt to clinch by Duvernay.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Duvernay throws out the jab.
Duvernay fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Duvernay throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Duvernay is looking to clinch but Tax Payer is avoiding it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Duvernay swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tax Payer works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Tax Payer throws a half hearted mid kick.
Duvernay is looking to counter punch.
Danga de danga de dang - Tax Payer scores with a four punch combination!
Duvernay swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Duvernay staying out of range there.
A counter left hand to the body from Duvernay misses its target.
A shot to the liver by Duvernay. Beautiful body shot.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Duvernay.
Tax Payer misses with a straight right.
Duvernay avoids the head kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Duvernay goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Duvernay connects with a body shot that sends Tax Payer's belly button to the back.
Tax Payer looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Duvernay is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Duvernay slips under a jab from Tax Payer.
Duvernay connects with a crisp jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Duvernay tries to clinch up but Tax Payer circles away and keeps his distance.#T1#
Duvernay swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Duvernay moves away and avoids it.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A head kick misses from Duvernay.
Duvernay fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Duvernay has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tax Payer.
Duvernay wants to clinch
and Tax Payer counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Duvernay scores with a jab to the body.
Duvernay staying out of range there.
Duvernay chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tax Payer can pounce on him. #CL#
Duvernay gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Duvernay lands an elbow inside that Tax Payer shrugs off.
Tax Payer has a couple of punches blocked by Duvernay. #BC2#
Tax Payer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A big left from Duvernay misses.
As Duvernay backs off Tax Payer throws a huge counter combo but Duvernay manages to avoid it all.
Duvernay moves out of range of the body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer tries to close the distance and clinch up but Duvernay swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T2#
Duvernay scores with a jab.
Tax Payer lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Duvernay lands with a straight right. Tax Payer didn't see that one coming.#CL2#
Tax Payer rushes Duvernay and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Duvernay looks to throw an elbow but misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Duvernay.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Duvernay.
Evan Duvernay has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tax Payer working aggressively here.
Duvernay misses with some punches.
Tax Payer lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Duvernay.
Tax Payer working aggressively here.
Duvernay lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Duvernay tries to throw a body punch but Tax Payer avoids it by throwing Duvernay back against the cage.
Tax Payer misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tax Payer.
Duvernay gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Duvernay tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tax Payer's elbow.
Tax Payer lands a shot to the body.#T3#
Duvernay scores with a shoulder strike.
Duvernay misses with an elbow strike.
Duvernay throws a punch but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tax Payer dodges an elbow strike from Duvernay.
Tax Payer letting Duvernay take a breather here.
Duvernay throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
A short body shot lands from Tax Payer as the two fighters clinch.
Tax Payer dodges an elbow strike from Duvernay.
Tax Payer lands a body shot. #BC2#
Tax Payer escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Duvernay with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tax Payer to score with a decent uppercut.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tax Payer with a nice cross.
Duvernay throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Duvernay throws a shot from downtown. Tax Payer moves away and avoids it.
Duvernay darts in trying to clinch
and Duvernay takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Tax Payer misses with a head kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Duvernay connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tax Payer momentarily.
An inside leg kick from Duvernay misses.
Duvernay misses with a leg kick.
Duvernay jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jab, jab by Duvernay - just one landing.
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Duvernay moved out of range nicely.
Duvernay was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A slow jab from Duvernay misses its intended target.
Tax Payer throws a sloppy head kick and Duvernay moves out of range easily.
Tax Payer misses with a body kick.
Duvernay loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Duvernay misses with a body kick.
Duvernay lands a leg kick that knocks Tax Payer off balance momentarily.
Duvernay uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tax Payer lands a nice leg kick that just misses Duvernay's sensitive parts.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Duvernay lands a right hook to the body.

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 Evan Duvernay.
Well Duvernay 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28

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

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

#R1#
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL2#
Patriot moves into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Patriot. #BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Patriot jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Patriot stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Patriot tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Some wild striking there from Tax Payer. #CL2#
Patriot pushes Tax Payer up against the cage in a clinch.
Patriot lands with a right to the head.
Tax Payer blocking some punches. #BC#
Tax Payer manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Patriot takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Tax Payer escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Patriot defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Patriot looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Patriot throws a good cross that connects. #T1#
Patriot getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tax Payer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A jab from Patriot misses.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Patriot manages to avoid it.
Nice uppercut lands for Patriot. That snapped Tax Payer's head back.
Tax Payer looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tax Payer cracks Patriot with a good jab.
Patriot blocks a head kick by Tax Payer.
Patriot moves out of range of the body kick from Tax Payer.
Patriot has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Patriot slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Patriot.
Tax Payer swats away the attempt to clinch by Patriot.
It looked like Tax Payer was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#CL2#
Patriot moves into the clinch successfully.
Tax Payer scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Patriot swings wildly with an uppercut but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Patriot lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tax Payer backwards.
Patriot lands a shoulder strike.
Tax Payer digs a right hand into Patriot's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Patriot's gas tank.
Patriot working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer prevents a body shot from Patriot.
Tax Payer lands with a short shot to the head.
Patriot is looking to break free of the clinch but Tax Payer has double underhooks.
With the fighters up against the cage, Patriot throws an elbow but misses.
Patriot misses with the head strike. #BC#
Tax Payer escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Patriot misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer lands with an uppercut that bounces Patriot off the cage and back into range.#CUT#It looks like Gorgon Patriot has been cut.
Patriot throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tax Payer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Patriot throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Patriot.
Tax Payer throws out a loose jab but Patriot uses good head movement to avoid it.
Patriot looks to clinch
and Tax Payer counters with a nice low kick that buckles Patriot's knee momentarily.#T3#
Patriot scores with a jab. Tax Payer acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Patriot throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer slips under a jab from Patriot.
Tax Payer slips under a jab from Patriot.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Patriot lands a slapping body shot.
Tax Payer walks into a jab.
Patriot moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Patriot moves to clinch but Tax Payer breaks away
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Patriot takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Patriot strikes.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Patriot tests Tax Payer's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tax Payer's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Patriot connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tax Payer scrambles back to his feet.
The fight stays on the outside here - Patriot looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tax Payer swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#CL2#
Patriot has managed to clinch.
Patriot is trying to break free.
Tax Payer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Patriot blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tax Payer misses with a hook to the ribs.
Patriot makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A frustrated look appears on Patriot's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Patriot misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Patriot.
Patriot wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Tax Payer blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Patriot is trying to push Tax Payer away but Tax Payer has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Patriot works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gorgon Patriot dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gorgon Patriot's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Patriot tries to clinch but Tax Payer moves away
and Tax Payer counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Patriot thinking.
Patriot throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Patriot manages to avoid it.
Patriot throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Gorgon Patriot seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Patriot misses with a hook.
Patriot 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.
Patriot avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
Jab from Tax Payer.
Patriot throws a poor cross that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Patriot is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL2#
Patriot takes the fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Patriot has a couple of punches blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Patriot manages to break the clinch.
Patriot lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer misses with a hook.#T1#
A left lands for Patriot.
Patriot moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Nice defenses there by Patriot.
Patriot is looking to clinch.
Tax Payer appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Patriot misses with an uppercut
and Tax Payer counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Nice shot by Patriot.
Patriot throws a big shot that misses.
Patriot tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tax Payer lands a nice leg kick that just misses Patriot's sensitive parts.
A clash of legs there as Tax Payer blocks the low kick.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Patriot.
Patriot looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Patriot throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Tax Payer is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Tax Payer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Patriot connects with a solid leg kick. #T2##CL2#
Patriot gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tax Payer has a couple of punches blocked by Patriot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
Patriot's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tax Payer keeps the fight on the outside.
Patriot tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Tax Payer counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Patriot.
Patriot bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A swing and a miss from Patriot.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Tax Payer appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Nice shot by Patriot.
Patriot defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Patriot swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Tax Payer fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Patriot has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tax Payer feints and then cracks Patriot's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Patriot down.
Patriot digs a good hook to Tax Payer's body. #T3#
A jab from Patriot misses. #CL2#
Patriot moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Patriot dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Patriot. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Patriot.#CL2#
Patriot moves into the clinch successfully.
Tax Payer blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tax Payer blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tax Payer misses with the head strike.
Tax Payer blocks an uppercut.
Patriot working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tax Payer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tax Payer misses with a hook from the clinch.
Patriot blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tax Payer blocks an uppercut.
Patriot misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4#
Patriot misses with a short punch on the inside.
Gorgon Patriot seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tax Payer misses with a hook from the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tax Payer blocking some punches.
Patriot's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Patriot creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Patriot is trying to break the clinch but Tax Payer is controlling him.
Tax Payer blocks the elbow strike.
Tax Payer lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Patriot misses with a punch on the inside.
Tax Payer throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch.
Patriot tries to land a leg kick but Tax Payer saw it coming and moves away.
Patriot wants to clinch up but Tax Payer keeps it at a distance.
It looked like Tax Payer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Patriot tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tax Payer wants to slow Patriot down by chopping away at his legs.
Patriot swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice cross by Tax Payer.
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 Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gorgon Patriot's cut.
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#
Patriot wants to clinch.
Jab by Patriot.
Patriot loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Nice shot lands for Patriot.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Patriot.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gorgon Patriot seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer throws a solid leg kick but Patriot takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tax Payer.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Patriot! But no joy.
Tax Payer circles away from the clinch attempt
and Tax Payer counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Patriot lands with a cross. #T1#
Tax Payer throws a good cross that connects.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Patriot.
Tax Payer swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Patriot pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tax Payer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Patriot lands a jab.
Patriot is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tax Payer seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Patriot connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tax Payer momentarily.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
It looked like Tax Payer was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Patriot.
Patriot throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Patriot looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T2#
Patriot throws an off balance right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a left and a right that stings Patriot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Patriot throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tax Payer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Patriot swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Patriot.
As Patriot looks to move away, Tax Payer throws a big counter combo but Patriot just gets out of the way.
Patriot with a hook.
Patriot connects with a solid leg kick.
Patriot swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tax Payer.
Patriot tries to clinch but Tax Payer is having none of it.
Tax Payer takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Patriot has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tax Payer takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Patriot.
Patriot throws an off balance right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a straight right hand.
Tax Payer avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tax Payer appears to be looking for a big counter.
Patriot throws an off balance right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a low kick, right behind Patriot 's knee. #T3#
Patriot sizes up Tax Payer with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tax Payer swats away the attempt to clinch by Patriot.
Tax Payer connects with a solid leg kick.
Tax Payer gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Patriot tries to clinch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
A jab from Patriot misses.
Tax Payer needs to keep his hands up - Patriot had a free shot at his head there.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Patriot lands with a hook. Tax Payer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tax Payer takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Patriot tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Patriot strikes.#T4#
Patriot throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tax Payer quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Patriot lands a really nice looking cross but Tax Payer seems unphased.
Patriot throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Patriot misses with a low kick.
A head kick misses from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a poor cross that misses
letting Patriot counter with a right hand.
Tax Payer looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Patriot throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Patriot looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Patriot moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Patriot rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tax Payer counters with a right hand to the body.
Patriot scores with a shot to the body.
Patriot's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Patriot strikes.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gorgon Patriot really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gorgon Patriot's cut.
That's time! Tax Payer's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Patriot tries to clinch up but Tax Payer circles away and keeps his distance.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
It looked like Tax Payer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Patriot connects with a looping right hand. #CL2#
Patriot clinches up against the cage.
Tax Payer lands a right hand.
Tax Payer has a couple of punches blocked by Patriot.
Patriot throws a head punch that misses.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Patriot with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Patriot loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Tax Payer takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Patriot.
Patriot cracks Tax Payer with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Patriot bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head.#T1#
Tax Payer takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Patriot.
Patriot throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Patriot strikes.
Patriot lands with a hook. Tax Payer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Patriot jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
A cross from Patriot lands.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Patriot looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the head.
Patriot throws a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head but Tax Payer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tax Payer feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Patriot avoids a kick to the body.
Patriot misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Patriot swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T2#
Tax Payer takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
Patriot tries to close the distance and clinch but Tax Payer swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer keeps the fight on the outside.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Patriot.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Patriot.
Patriot getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Gorgon Patriot is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Jab, jab by Tax Payer - just one landing.
Patriot swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Patriot looks to clinch
and Tax Payer counters with a stiff right hand.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Patriot throws out the jab.
Patriot takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tax Payer blocks a leg kick.
Patriot on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #ROC#Patriot is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Gorgon Patriot's cut even more.#T3#
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Patriot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Patriot! But no joy.
Patriot is still on wobbly legs! Can Tax Payer finish him?
Patriot throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Patriot seems to have recovered his senses.
Patriot misses with a left hand
and Patriot takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick
and Patriot counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Patriot wants to clinch.
Tax Payer slips under a jab from Patriot.
Tax Payer connects with the punch.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Patriot tests Tax Payer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Patriot connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T4#
Patriot pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tax Payer throws a big counter combination but Patriot scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
Patriot misses with a hook.
Patriot darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Patriot instigates a clinch.
Tax Payer lands a left hand. #BC#
Tax Payer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tax Payer gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tax Payer has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Patriot finds it's way round the side to connect with Tax Payer's head.
Patriot misses with a straight left.
Patriot lands with a nice body punch.
Tax Payer lands with a right hand.
Patriot tries to clinch up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gorgon Patriot dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Gorgon Patriot's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Patriot swings widly with a right hand
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Finnish Tax Payer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Patriot misses with a straight left.
Patriot slips a jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Patriot moves away and avoids it.
Tax Payer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Patriot blocks a head kick by Tax Payer.
Patriot misses with a lunging right hand
and Tax Payer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Patriot tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tax Payer manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Patriot misses with a left hand
and Patriot takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Patriot dodges the punch combination from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Patriot.
Patriot misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Patriot lunges at Tax Payer with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tax Payer's hand. #T1#
Tax Payer defending well as Patriot loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer throws out a leg kick but Patriot moves out of range and Tax Payer only half commits.
A little jabbing left from Patriot on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Patriot avoids the head kick by Tax Payer.
A combination from Tax Payer does no damage.
Patriot throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Patriot moves into range and connects with a jab.
Patriot throws a leg kick which misses Tax Payer's front leg but catches the back leg as Tax Payer tries to avoid it.
Patriot throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Patriot! But no joy.
Tax Payer has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Patriot finds it's way round the side to connect with Tax Payer's head.
Tax Payer takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Patriot connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tax Payer. Tax Payer circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Patriot tries to clinch but Tax Payer moves away
and Tax Payer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Patriot misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer throws a nice looking combination but Patriot bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Patriot throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Patriot sizes up Tax Payer with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tax Payer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Patriot.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Patriot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Patriot. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Patriot to score with a decent uppercut.
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
A jab from Patriot misses.
Patriot scores with a shot to the body.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Patriot is out of range.
Patriot sizes up Tax Payer with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T3#
Tax Payer lands a really nice looking cross but Patriot seems unphased.
Tax Payer walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tax Payer jabs at Patriot's body.
Patriot throws a poor cross that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Patriot stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Patriot avoids the punch easily.
Patriot misses with a hook
and Tax Payer makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Patriot lands a glancing blow to the side of Tax Payer's head.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Patriot.
Patriot scores with a nice head shot.
Patriot feints and then cracks Tax Payer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tax Payer down.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer misses with a hook.
Patriot uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T4#
Patriot with a nice calf kick.
Patriot tries to clinch up.
Patriot misses the jab.
Patriot swings widly with a right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Patriot thinking.
A telegraphed right hand from Patriot misses the target.
Tax Payer appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Tax Payer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tax Payer appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Patriot throws a right hand that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Patriot throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Patriot manages to avoid it.
Patriot uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#KD#
Tax Payer drops Patriot with a beautiful combination! Patriot stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Tax Payer is looking for the KO!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Patriot forces Tax Payer back against the cage and clinches.
Patriot throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tax Payers head.

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 Finnish Tax Payer.
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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 45:50
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 47:48
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 47:48

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

Event: SYN 940 Maluga vs. Johnson III
Date: Nov 30, 2022

#R1#
Gracie darts in looking for a takedown but Tax Payer gets double underhooks and turns Gracie into the cage.
Gracie ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Gracie connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gracie moves away.
Gracie moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Gracie was well out of range.
Tax Payer shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tax Payer throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tax Payer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Gracie doesn't seem bothered though.
Tax Payer tests Gracie's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tax Payer misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Gracie counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tax Payer is trying to escape back to his feet but Gracie uses the scramble to pass into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer wants to get back to his feet but Gracie is dominant here and he's now got Tax Payer's back!
Will Gracie go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Tax Payer covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head. #T1#
Gracie has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Tax Payer.
Well, with Gracie on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Tax Payer is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Tax Payer is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Gracie keeps control of the position easily here as Tax Payer tries to buck him off.
Tax Payer wants to get back to his feet.
Gracie lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Tax Payer is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB2#
Gracie working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Tax Payer is trying to stand back up. #SUB2#
Gracie looking to break Tax Payer's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Tax Payer remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Gracie will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#T2#
Gracie somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back. #SUB2#
Gracie is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Tax Payer has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Gracie really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Tax Payer.#SUB2#
Gracie tightening his grip on Tax Payer, looking for the choke.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Gracie is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Tax Payer is defending well though. Gracie let's go of the attempt for now.
A lull in the action here. #SUB2#
Gracie working for the choke.
Tax Payer is trying to get back to his feet but Gracie has full control of the position and if anything, Tax Payer has just worked his way into a worse spot.#T3#
Tax Payer prevents Gracie from getting a body triangle.#ES#
Tax Payer is trying to get back to his feet. He's worked up on to his knees and now he's on his feet with his head on the canvas, trying to shake Gracie off. It looks like it's working - Gracie slides off, much to his dismay, and we're back to standing! Tax Payer displaying calm under pressure there.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Gracie ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer swings for the body but Gracie moves out of range.
A left lands for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
Gracie ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gracie.
An inside leg kick from Tax Payer misses.
Gracie drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tax Payer defends it well.
Gracie checks a leg kick. #T4##CL2#
Gracie rushes Tax Payer and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Gracie misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tax Payer misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gracie.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gracie.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gracie has a couple of punches blocked by Tax Payer.
Gracie throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Gracie lands with a short shot to the head. #BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gracie throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a solid leg kick but Gracie takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tax Payer.
Gracie blocks a jab.
Gracie moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
Gracie stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
Gracie changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tax Payer darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Gracie avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Renoa Gracie will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Gracie's corner calls for a 1-2. Gracie obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick which misses Gracie's front leg but catches the back leg as Gracie tries to avoid it.
Finnish Tax Payer is winning the standup battle so far.
Tax Payer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Gracie moved out of range.
A good leg kick by Tax Payer.
A jab from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer pivots, looking for a leg kick but Gracie is out of range and Tax Payer settles back down.
Gracie tries to counter with a clinch but Tax Payer shakes him off and moves away.
Gracie tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tax Payer manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tax Payer throws a one two combo.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Gracie's head but Gracie sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses the jab.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick.
Gracie takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
Gracie cracks Tax Payer with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Gracie moves away and avoids it.
Nice body punch from Gracie.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Gracie avoids it easily.
Gracie tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tax Payer manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Nice defenses there by Gracie.
Gracie ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Gracie walks into a stiff left hand from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Gracie.
Tax Payer fires out a quick counter leg kick but Gracie just manages to avoid it.
Gracie walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Gracie is looking to clinch.
Tax Payer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tax Payer 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 Gracie has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Gracie and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Gracie steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer tries to work over Gracie's front leg with a kick but Gracie checks it. #T2#
Gracie takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown but Tax Payer shows good takedown defense.
Gracie moves out of range of the strikes.
Gracie fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gracie darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tax Payer fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tax Payer tried to score with a low kick but Gracie checks it.
Gracie avoids the head kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Gracie is out of range.
Gracie misses with a straight right.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Gracie down with leg kicks.
Gracie lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Finnish Tax Payer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Gracie tries to clinch up
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer with the inside leg kick.
Tax Payer tries to work over Gracie's front leg with a kick but Gracie checks it.
Gracie steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tax Payer.
Some bone on bone action there as Gracie checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Gracie tries to counter by closing the distance.
Tax Payer misses with a double jab
and Gracie counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gracie moves out of range of the strikes.
Gracie scores with a jab to the body.
Gracie is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Gracie's head but Gracie sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Gracie's head backwards.
Gracie tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tax Payer swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T4#
Some bone on bone action there as Gracie checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Tax Payer moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Gracie 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.
Gracie staying out of range there.
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Gracie.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Tax Payer appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Gracie misses the shot to the body.
Gracie cracks Tax Payer with a good jab.
Tax Payer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gracie uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a lazy right hand but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tax Payer throws a good cross that connects.
Gracie tries to clinch but Tax Payer is having none of it.
Good standup being displayed there by Tax Payer as he connects with a hook.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
Gracie feints the counter takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Gracie's corner calls for a 1-2. Gracie obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Gracie doesn't manage to clinch there - Tax Payer circles away.
Gracie scores with a shot to the body.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Gracie feints the counter takedown.
Gracie 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.
Gracie checks a leg kick nicely.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gracie.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It seemed like Gracie was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Gracie slips under a jab from Tax Payer.
Gracie has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tax Payer finds it's way round the side to connect with Gracie's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer throws a right and a left that Gracie avoids nicely.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
A low kick lands for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer with a nice calf kick.
A low kick from Tax Payer is predictable there #TD2#
and Gracie counters with a single leg into guard. Tax Payer didn't expect that.

Tax Payer manages to escape and get back to his feet. #T1##TD2#
Tax Payer tries to sprawl but Gracie drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Gracie maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Tax Payer could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Gracie has cracked it and Tax Payer is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Gracie!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Renoa Gracie!
An out of breath Renoa Gracie thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

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

#R1#
Sitsongrit goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Sitsongrit connects with a solid leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a big shot that misses.
A quick step to the side and Tax Payer tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit connects with an inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit wants to slow Tax Payer down by chopping away at his legs.
Tax Payer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nice straight punches there by Sitsongrit. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer misses with a looping left.
A little jabbing left from Sitsongrit on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tax Payer is looking for a counter combo.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice body kick.
Sitsongrit dodges the punch combination from Tax Payer. #T1#
Tax Payer takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer lands with a thumping leg kick.
A nice leg kick from Sitsongrit, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight left.
Donk. Sitsongrit catches Tax Payer right on the button with a cross.
Sitsongrit connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
Sitsongrit throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Good exchange - Sitsongrit coming out on top.#T2#
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a stiff right hand.
Tax Payer has been working on his boxing with his coaches at FF Forever in the buildup to the fight.
Tax Payer misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tax Payer takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Sitsongrit keeps the fight on the outside.
Sitsongrit throws out a leg kick but Tax Payer moves out of range and Sitsongrit only half commits.
Sitsongrit tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tax Payer is able to avoid easily.
Sitsongrit fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tax Payer looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sitsongrit comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T3#
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A telegraphed right hand from Sitsongrit misses the target.
It looked like Tax Payer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sitsongrit comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tax Payer connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tax Payer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sitsongrit.
A telegraphed right hand from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Sitsongrit 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.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sitsongrit dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tax Payer. That did some damage!#CL#
Tax Payer has taken the fight to the clinch.
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Sitsongrit fails to land.
Sitsongrit goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T4#
Tax Payer swings wildly with an uppercut but Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sitsongrit tries to work over Tax Payer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sitsongrit lands with a right to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tax Payer lands a shoulder strike.
Tax Payer lands with a left to the head.
Tax Payer digs a right hand underneath Sitsongrit's ribcage. Sitsongrit let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a shoulder strike.
Sitsongrit is trying to force a seperation but Tax Payer has the dominant position.
Tax Payer lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tax Payer blocks a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries to work over Tax Payer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tax Payer throws a head punch that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Petchuanglek Sitsongrit dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
A slow jab from Sitsongrit misses its intended target.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Sitsongrit throws the kick towards the body but Tax Payer avoids it.
A counter left hand to the body from Tax Payer misses its target.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer closes the distance looking to clinch
enabling Sitsongrit to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Sitsongrit does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've been informed that Sitsongrit has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Sitsongrit slips under a jab from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T1#
Sitsongrit uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sitsongrit to score with a decent uppercut.
Sitsongrit lunges at Tax Payer with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tax Payer's hand.
Sitsongrit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Sitsongrit fails with an attempt to clinch.
It looked like Tax Payer was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Sitsongrit lands with a shot to the body.
Sitsongrit thumps Tax Payer with a low kick.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but Tax Payer avoids it.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Tax Payer went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T2#
Sitsongrit misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tax Payer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A jab from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer tries to clinch up
and Sitsongrit counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sitsongrit misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sitsongrit swings widly with a right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Tax Payer appears to be looking for a big counter.
Sitsongrit connects with a jab.
Tax Payer takes a jab right on the kisser. #T3#
Sitsongrit throws a right hand that misses
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Tax Payer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Sitsongrit lets loose with a powerful body kick. Tax Payer will feel that in the morning.
Good shot there by Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tax Payer lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Sitsongrit circles away quickly and effectively.
Tax Payer misses with a right hand
and Sitsongrit counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tax Payer thinking.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer half committed to a counter leg kick.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Sitsongrit has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sitsongrit lands a nice hook to Tax Payer's body. Tax Payer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A slow jab from Sitsongrit misses its intended target. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sitsongrit jabs Tax Payer right on the nose. Tax Payer blinks but takes it well.
A shot to the liver by Sitsongrit. Beautiful body shot.
Sitsongrit cracks a nice hook into Tax Payer's ribs.
A jab from Tax Payer misses.
Sitsongrit lands with a shot to the body.
Sitsongrit finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook
and Tax Payer counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sitsongrit swings widly with a right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a straight right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Petchuanglek Sitsongrit showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Sitsongrit shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer appears to be looking for a big counter.
Sitsongrit throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Sitsongrit avoids the punch easily.
Sitsongrit moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Tax Payer tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sitsongrit swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tax Payer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nice shot lands for Sitsongrit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Sitsongrit avoids it easily.
Tax Payer is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Sitsongrit bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head.
Sitsongrit looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T1#
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Sitsongrit ducked under it nicely.
Sitsongrit throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
An inside leg kick lands from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sitsongrit looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
A good leg kick by Sitsongrit.
A good leg kick by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a glancing blow to the side of Tax Payer's head.#T2#
Sitsongrit throws a front kick aimed at Tax Payer's knee but Tax Payer avoids it well.
That kick from Sitsongrit tenderised Tax Payer's leg. Tax Payer is trying to keep his angry face on.
Sitsongrit swats away the attempt to clinch by Tax Payer.
A little jabbing left from Sitsongrit on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sitsongrit fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit lands with a nice body punch.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
Decent striking displayed by Tax Payer there.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Sitsongrit gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch. #T3#
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick that knocks Tax Payer off balance momentarily.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit swats away the attempt to clinch by Tax Payer.
A telegraphed right hand from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Sitsongrit throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Good shot there by Tax Payer.#T4#
Tax Payer takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit lands with a right hand.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit seems to be getting the better of the standup.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Sitsongrit strikes.
Tax Payer seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Sitsongrit's head but Sitsongrit sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab to the body.
Sitsongrit lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Petchuanglek Sitsongrit really dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Tax Payer lands with a cross.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Sitsongrit throws a solid leg kick but Tax Payer takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer throws a big counter combination but Sitsongrit scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Sitsongrit cracks Tax Payer with an open hand slap.
Nice uppercut there from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit is looking to slow Tax Payer down with leg kicks.
Sitsongrit takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Tax Payer rushes Sitsongrit and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Tax Payer misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Sitsongrit breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T1#
A shot to the body from Sitsongrit misses
and Tax Payer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut
and Sitsongrit counters with a body kick that stops Tax Payer in his tracks momentarily.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Sitsongrit moves away and avoids it.
Sitsongrit bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head.
Tax Payer is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tax Payer with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sitsongrit to score with a decent uppercut.
Tax Payer takes one on the button.
Tax Payer moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Sitsongrit scores with a shot to the body.
Tax Payer will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Sitsongrit fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tax Payer looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
and Sitsongrit counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Sitsongrit misses with a right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big right from Sitsongrit misses.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sitsongrit misses with a right hand
and Tax Payer makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Sitsongrit fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook
and Tax Payer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tax Payer gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Sitsongrit cracks Tax Payer with an open hand slap.
Sitsongrit keeps the fight on the outside.
Tax Payer tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Sitsongrit paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T3#
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tax Payer looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Sitsongrit cracks Tax Payer with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tax Payer lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
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 Tax Payer has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tax Payer and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Sitsongrit dips to his left and cracks Tax Payer with an uppercut!
Tax Payer chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sitsongrit can pounce on him.
Sitsongrit lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Sitsongrit lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tax Payer's sensitive parts.
Sitsongrit fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tax Payer on the side of the head.#T4#
Sitsongrit connects with a looping right hand.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Sitsongrit. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sitsongrit throws a body shot but no joy.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer checks the leg kick nicely there.
Sitsongrit scores with a body shot.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice right hand.
A shot to the liver by Sitsongrit. Beautiful body shot.
Sitsongrit misses with a right hand
and Tax Payer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Sitsongrit motions for Tax Payer to come forward. Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Petchuanglek Sitsongrit dominated that fourth round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5#
Tax Payer tries to clinch up.
Finnish Tax Payer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sitsongrit turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Sitsongrit appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sitsongrit cracks Tax Payer with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tax Payer walks forward, straight into a front kick from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the body
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Tax Payer is looking to clinch but Sitsongrit is avoiding it.
Tax Payer looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit lands with a cross.
Tax Payer tries to move into range but Sitsongrit moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sitsongrit tries to land a front kick but Tax Payer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer gets cracked there but stands up to it. #T1#
Tax Payer moves out of range of the body kick from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A leg kick checked by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit feints a counter leg kick.
Good exchange - Sitsongrit coming out on top.
Sitsongrit lands a front kick.
Sitsongrit lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Sitsongrit scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tax Payer doesn't seem bothered though.
Sitsongrit looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Sitsongrit swings widly with a right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sitsongrit fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer is looking for a counter combo.#T2#
Sitsongrit goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Tax Payer tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Sitsongrit paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sitsongrit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit scores with a body shot.
Sitsongrit avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit sizes up Tax Payer with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sitsongrit, as that shot connected.
Tax Payer tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sitsongrit manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sitsongrit is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tax Payer with a body shot.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.#T3#
Sitsongrit wants to land a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer moves to clinch but Sitsongrit breaks away
and Sitsongrit counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit lands a jab to the nose.
Sitsongrit lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tax Payer at a distance.
Tax Payer tries a head kick but it misses.
Sitsongrit was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Sitsongrit throws a predictable looking body shot
and Tax Payer counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Sitsongrit slips the punch.
Sitsongrit connects with a nice looking jab. #T4#
Tax Payer moves out of range as Sitsongrit strikes.
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the body
and Tax Payer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sitsongrit lands a nice hook to Tax Payer's body. Tax Payer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sitsongrit fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sitsongrit will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tax Payer on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sitsongrit. Sitsongrit obviously looking to wear him down.
Sitsongrit feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tax Payers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sitsongrit lands a right hook to the body.
Tax Payer walks into a left hand.
Sitsongrit misses with a wild body shot.
As Sitsongrit backs away, Tax Payer returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Sitsongrit 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 45:50
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 45:50
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 45:50

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

Event: SYN 932 CDB vs. Steve III
Date: Oct 07, 2022

#R1#
Gracie throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gracie loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Gracie is out of range.
A jab from Gracie misses.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.#TD2#
Gracie closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Tax Payer to the mat! Tax Payer manages to get full guard.

Tax Payer manages to escape and get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gracie with a jab.
Tax Payer has been working on his boxing with his coaches at FF Forever in the buildup to the fight.
A telegraphed right hand from Gracie misses the target.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Gracie manages to avoid it.#T1#
Tax Payer fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Gracie looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Gracie is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Tax Payer avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tax Payer wants to land a leg kick but Gracie is out of range.
Gracie is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Gracie's corner calls for a 1-2. Gracie obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tax Payer cracks Gracie with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tax Payer scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Finnish Tax Payer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Gracie clinches with his opponent.
Gracie lands a nice uppercut.
Gracie struggles to land a body shot inside as Tax Payer controls his hands. #T2#
Gracie misses with some punches.
Tax Payer is trying to force a seperation but Gracie has the dominant position.
Gracie tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Gracie lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tax Payer backwards.
Tax Payer can't break the clinch.
Gracie swings wildly with an uppercut but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gracie blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Tax Payer fails to land.
Gracie working aggressively here.
Tax Payer blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Gracie swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Tax Payer fails to land.
Gracie misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tax Payer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gracie sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tax Payer fails to land with a series of punches.
Tax Payer sets himself, and Gracie steps forward looking for the clinch! Tax Payer avoids it this time.#T3#
Gracie waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Gracie connects with a body shot.
Gracie lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A cross from Gracie lands.
Gracie fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Gracie has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tax Payer.
Gracie moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Gracie changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A big right from Tax Payer misses. #T4#
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Gracie throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gracie works the jab nicely.
Gracie throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tax Payer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gracie throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Gracie is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Gracie 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.
Jab, jab by Gracie - just one landing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Renoa Gracie will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Tax Payer walks into a left hand.
Gracie goes for a double leg but Tax Payer avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tax Payer continues to drive forward.
Tax Payer throws a combination that misses
and Gracie counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Gracie throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Gracie wants to clinch up but Tax Payer keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Gracie clinches up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tax Payer just stands there and leans against the cage.
Tax Payer struggles to land a body shot inside as Gracie controls his hands. #BC#
Tax Payer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Gracie jabs Tax Payer to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Gracie misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Gracie misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer fires out a quick counter leg kick but Gracie just manages to avoid it.
Gracie scores with a nice right hand.
Gracie tries to clinch up
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Tax Payer scores with a nice right hand. #TD2#
Gracie shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Tax Payer manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.

Tax Payer has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Gracie has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gracie blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Gracie displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
And Gracie tries to counter it with a takedown but Tax Payer pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gracie.
Tax Payer drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tax Payer lands with a nice combination. Gracie backs away looking to recover.
Nice body punch from Tax Payer.
Gracie closes the distance looking to clinch
and Tax Payer counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T3#
Tax Payer swats away the attempt to clinch by Gracie.
Tax Payer throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Gracie counters with a takedown into side control.
Gracie 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.
Tax Payer wants to get back to his feet but Gracie drags him back down.
Gracie lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #SUB2#
Gracie tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Gracie trying to control the position but Tax Payer is working away. #T4#
Tax Payer is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Gracie asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Gracie is looking to take a break and control but Tax Payer is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tax Payer is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Gracie is controlling him well.
Gracie has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
An elbow from Gracie crashes against the mat.
Gracie tries to score with some ground and pound. Tax Payer controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Tax Payer is trying to get back to his feet.#ES#
Tax Payer bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Gracie digs a good hook to Tax Payer's body.
A low kick from Tax Payer misses #CL2#
and Gracie moves into the clinch.
Gracie blocks a body shot from Tax Payer. #TD2#
Gracie pulls guard effortlessly.
Tax Payer is looking to stand up but Gracie won't let him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tax Payer tries to stand but Gracie is controlling from the bottom. #T1#
Tax Payer won't allow Gracie to sweep him here.
Tax Payer is looking to stand up but Gracie won't let him. #SU#
Tax Payer decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Gracie, up you get!
Gracie misses with a left hand
letting Tax Payer counter with a right hand.
Gracie moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
Gracie drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tax Payer defends it well.
Gracie throws a right hand that misses
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Gracie gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Gracie takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Renoa Gracie seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Gracie has closed the distance and engaged Tax Payer in a clinch. #T2##BC#
Tax Payer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gracie fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gracie misses with a left hand
and Tax Payer counters with a nice leg kick.
Gracie looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
Gracie waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws out a powerful jab.
Gracie throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer misses with a straight left. #T3#
No joy there for Tax Payer, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target.
Gracie steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tax Payer.
Gracie jabs Tax Payer to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Gracie has a takedown stuffed.
Tax Payer takes one to the chin there.
Gracie misses with a body punch
and Tax Payer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Gracie misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL2#
and Gracie holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Gracie tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tax Payer's elbow.
Tax Payer is leaning against Gracie and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC#
Tax Payer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gracie takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Gracie gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A right hand to the body from Tax Payer.
Gracie stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer clearly takes 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#
Gracie ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#CL2#
Tax Payer gets tackled into the cage by Gracie. Gracie maintains the clinch.
Gracie doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Gracie swings wildly with an uppercut but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Gracie fails to pull guard.
The referee is keeping an eye on Gracie - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Tax Payer throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Gracies head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tax Payer is looking to break free of the clinch but Gracie has double underhooks.
Gracie lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tax Payer.
Renoa Gracie seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Gracie struggles to land a body shot inside as Tax Payer controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Tax Payer fails to land.
Gracie lands a nice uppercut.#T1#
Gracie lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tax Payer backwards.
A short left from Tax Payer.
Gracie has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Tax Payer seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Gracie can turn it around.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tax Payer.
Gracie tries a body shot but Tax Payer blocks it. #BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tax Payer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Gracie connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tax Payer momentarily.
Gracie wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gracie tries to clinch
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL2#
Gracie closes the distance and clinches.#T2#
Tax Payer working aggressively here.
Gracie keeps control of Tax Payer as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Tax Payer looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Gracie tries to pull guard but Tax Payer won't allow it.
Gracie working aggressively here.
Gracie tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Tax Payer smiles and moves away.
Finnish Tax Payer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renoa Gracie.
Gracie connects with a right hand. Tax Payer shakes it off.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gracie misses with a hook
and Tax Payer counters with a nice leg kick.
Gracie misses with a body shot. #T3##TD2#
Gracie closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Gracie lands in his opponent's guard.
Gracie sitting in guard here, content to control.
Tax Payer is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Gracie is controlling him.
Gracie engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Tax Payer is looking to stand up but Gracie isn't so interested in that idea.
Gracie wants to control from the top but Tax Payer keeps moving.
Tax Payer wants to get back to his feet but Gracie passes into half guard. #T4#
Tax Payer looks like he's trying to stand up.
Gracie lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Renoa Gracie has got the better of the ground game so far.
Gracie wants to control but Tax Payer is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tax Payer keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Gracie prevents Tax Payer from standing back up.
Gracie tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tax Payer knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #ES#
Tax Payer manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Gracie lands an overhand right.
Gracie swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Renoa Gracie dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Tax Payer connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Gracie ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Gracie misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Gracie was well out of range.
Tax Payer paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CL2#
Gracie clinches up with Tax Payer and pushes him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Tax Payer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Finnish Tax Payer is winning the standup battle so far.
Gracie connects with a nice looking jab.
Gracie tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tax Payer swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T1#
Gracie checks a leg kick nicely.
Gracie connects with a right hand. Tax Payer shakes it off.
Gracie throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Tax Payer looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Gracie misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tax Payer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but it's checked well by Gracie.
Gracie drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tax Payer defends it well.
Tax Payer drops his hands momentarily and Gracie takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Gracie. #T2#
Gracie throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gracie dives in and grabs Tax Payer's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tax Payer pushes down on Gracie's head and hops out.
Gracie throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Gracie checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer sets himself, and Gracie steps forward looking for the clinch! Tax Payer avoids it this time.
Tax Payer scoring well with a low kick there.
The crowd cheers as Gracie lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tax Payer doesn't seem phased though.
Tax Payer swats away the attempt to clinch by Gracie.#T3#
Tax Payer leaves Gracie with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Gracie waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
The fighters circling - Tax Payer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target.
Tax Payer's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Gracie connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tax Payer scrambles back to his feet.
Gracie tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tax Payer paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T4#
Gracie throws a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head but Tax Payer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tax Payer throws a lazy right hand but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gracie throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Gracie manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Gracie takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Gracie throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gracie throws a big shot that misses.

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 Finnish Tax Payer.
I think Tax Payer 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 48:47
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 48:47
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Finnish Tax Payer!
Finnish Tax Payer retains his featherweight title!
Finnish Tax Payer decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SYN 929 Payer vs. Perkele
Date: Sep 21, 2022

#R1#
Perkele feints and then cracks Tax Payer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tax Payer down.
Perkele uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick
and Perkele counters with a nice body shot.
Perkele gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Perkele throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Perkele throws the kick towards the body but Tax Payer avoids it.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Perkele manages to avoid it.
Perkele 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.
Tax Payer misses with a right hand
and Perkele counters with a right hand to the body.
Perkele looks to clinch
and Tax Payer counters with an outside leg kick.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Perkele.
Tax Payer tries a head kick but it misses.
Perkele throws a lazy body kick
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Perkele slips a jab and a cross from Tax Payer.
A jab from Tax Payer finds it's way through Perkele's defenses.
Tax Payer is looking to land body kicks.
Perkele throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer throws a nice looking combination but Perkele bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Perkele throws a sloppy head kick
and Tax Payer counters with a stiff right hand.
Perkele throws a right and a left that Tax Payer avoids nicely.
Perkele swings widly with a right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
A jab from Perkele misses.
Perkele lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Perkele just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Tax Payer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tax Payer on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Perkele. Perkele obviously looking to wear him down.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Perkele fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tax Payer has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Perkele ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a few strikes there.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Perkele only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Perkele fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.#T3#
Tax Payer swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Perkele counters with a left to the body.
Perkele throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Perkele takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Perkele moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Perkele throws out a counter right but Tax Payer avoids it with no problem.
Tax Payer showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Perkele.
Tax Payer fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T4#
Perkele misses with a right hand
and Tax Payer makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Perkele works the jab nicely.
Tax Payer swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Perkele connects with an inside leg kick.
Perkele lands with a kick to the ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Perkele.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick
and Perkele counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd cheers as Perkele lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tax Payer doesn't seem phased though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ispa Perkele dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Perkele crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Tax Payer - the referee stops the clock and Perkele gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Tax Payer. Perkele manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Perkele thows a leg kick but Tax Payer checks it
and Tax Payer counters with a stiff right hand.
Tax Payer throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ispa Perkele seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tax Payer moves into range and connects with a jab. #CUT#It looks like Ispa Perkele has been cut.
Perkele misses with a left hand
and Tax Payer counters with a nice low kick that buckles Perkele's knee momentarily.
Perkele misses with an uppercut
and Tax Payer counters with a left and a right that stings Perkele.
Perkele loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Perkele misses with a body kick.
Perkele throws a half hearted mid kick.#T1#
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tax Payer half committed to a counter leg kick.
Perkele throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Perkele momentarily.
Perkele throws a half hearted mid kick.
Perkele blocks a head kick by Tax Payer.
Perkele throws an off balance right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Perkele 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.
It appears Tax Payer was looking to counter with a kick there.#T2#
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A punch lands to the side of Perkele 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Perkele is looking to chop away at Tax Payer's legs.
Perkele connects with a right hand. Tax Payer shakes it off.
Tax Payer tries to land a leg kick but Perkele saw it coming and moves away.
Perkele throws out a counter right but Tax Payer avoids it with no problem.
Perkele moves forwards but Tax Payer connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Left hook, right uppercut from Tax Payer.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Perkele misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Perkele uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.#T3#
Jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Perkele counters with a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Perkele does a little dance to reset his feet.
Perkele connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tax Payer. Tax Payer circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Perkele scores with a body shot.
Perkele misses with a series of wild punches. #T4#
Perkele fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Finnish Tax Payer is winning the standup battle so far.
Tax Payer blocks a low kick nicely.
Perkele is looking to land body kicks.
Tax Payer tried to counter with a leg kick but Perkele avoided it.
Perkele misses with an uppercut
and Tax Payer counters with a nice body shot.
Tax Payer circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tax Payer fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Perkele tries to clinch there but Tax Payer circles away.
Tax Payer tried to counter with a leg kick but Perkele avoided it.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ispa Perkele's cut.
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.#R3#
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Perkele moves away and avoids it.
Perkele takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Perkele just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Perkele! But no joy.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Tax Payer here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Perkele throws out the jab.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Perkele manages to avoid it.
Perkele throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tax Payer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Perkele takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Perkele scores with a leg kick.
Perkele misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Tax Payer throws a hook but Perkele avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Perkele on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL2#
and Perkele counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #BC#
Tax Payer manages to break the clinch.
Tax Payer throws a series of punches but Perkele avoids them all with ease.
Perkele connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Perkele throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tax Payer.
Good work by Tax Payer as he checks the leg kick.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer checks a leg kick nicely.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
Tax Payer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Perkele counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tax Payer scores with a leg kick.
Perkele throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Perkele clinches.
Tax Payer lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Perkele backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer lands a left hand.
Perkele takes a shot to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Tax Payer.
Perkele lands with a light punch inside. #BC#
Tax Payer escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Perkele ducked under it nicely. #T3#
Perkele tries to score with a low kick but Tax Payer moves his leg out of the way.
Tax Payer throws a big counter combination but Perkele scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Tax Payer lands with an overhand left.
Tax Payer throws a poor cross that misses
and Perkele counters with a nice uppercut.
Perkele takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
It looked like Tax Payer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Perkele, as that shot connected.
Perkele misses with an uppercut
and Tax Payer counters with a left to the body.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick.
Perkele fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T4#
Perkele on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Perkele falls off balance throwing a combination
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut.
Perkele's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tax Payer under the eye.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Perkele jabs Tax Payer to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Perkele throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Perkele pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A shot to the liver by Perkele. Beautiful body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Ispa Perkele just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Ispa Perkele's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Tax Payer throws the kick towards the body but Perkele avoids it.
Perkele throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a straight right hand.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Perkele has time to react.
Perkele waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Tax Payer comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Perkele has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#CL2#
Perkele has closed the distance and engaged Tax Payer in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
I was talking to Tax Payer's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Tax Payer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tax Payer throws a head punch that misses.
Tax Payer lands a left hand.
A short right from Tax Payer on the inside. #T1#
Tax Payer has a couple of punches blocked by Perkele.
Perkele throws a punch but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tax Payer with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Perkele to score with a decent uppercut.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick
letting Perkele counter with a right hand.
Perkele slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Perkele flicks out a counter leg kick but Tax Payer steps away.
Perkele fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tax Payer looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Perkele! But no joy.
Perkele throws a quick inside leg kick.
Perkele cracks Tax Payer with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T2#
Perkele misses with a left hand
and Tax Payer counters with a right hand to the body.
Perkele misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the leg kick from Perkele.
Perkele with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A telegraphed right hand from Perkele misses the target.
Perkele works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Perkele throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tax Payer counters with a stiff right hand.
Perkele scores with a body shot. #T3#
Perkele scores with a jab to the head. #ROC2#Tax Payer is rocked!
Perkele scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Oh Tax Payer is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#KD2#
Perkele lands a big uppercut and Tax Payer crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Tax Payer looks OK. Perkele waves Tax Payer back to his feet!
Tax Payer scores with a nice head shot.
Tax Payer misses with a straight right.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Perkele uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tax Payer.
Perkele now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Tax Payer seems to have got his legs back now.#T4#
Perkele throws a leg kick but Tax Payer sees it coming and moves out of range.
And Tax Payer counters with a quick kick to the body but Perkele blocks it.
Tax Payer takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tax Payer throws a nice outside leg kick.
A low kick from Perkele misses
and Tax Payer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Perkele lands a head shot.
Tax Payer goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Tax Payer with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Perkele to score with a decent uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ispa Perkele dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Ispa Perkele's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Tax Payer throws a nice looking combination but Perkele bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Finnish Tax Payer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Perkele thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tax Payer blocks a low kick nicely.
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Perkele gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Tax Payer counters with a thumping low kick.
Tax Payer lands the left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Perkele avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut
and Perkele counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T1#
Tax Payer fails to land with a series of punches.
A big right from Perkele misses.
Perkele scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tax Payer in his tracks.
Perkele throws a head kick that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Perkele tried to score with a low kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Perkele swings away with a body shot that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a stiff right hand.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Perkele.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Perkele slips the punch.#T2#
Tax Payer fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tax Payer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Perkele throws a lazy uppercut
and Tax Payer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tax Payer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Perkele uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer.
Perkele scores with a nice right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Perkele bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T3#
Tax Payer 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.
Perkele misses with a straight right.
Good exchange - Perkele coming out on top.
Perkele swings widly with a right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Perkele.
Perkele's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Perkele ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Perkele manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Perkele throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T4#
Perkele ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Perkele misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Perkele manages to avoid it.
Perkele throws a right hand that Tax Payer ducks under and follows up with a left that Tax Payer also avoids with ease.
An attempted straight right counter from Tax Payer misses the target.
Tax Payer throws a low kick, looking for Perkele's leg but Perkele calmly moves out of range.
A low kick from Perkele is predictable there
and Tax Payer makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Perkele swings widly with a right hand
letting Tax Payer counter with a right hand.
Ispa Perkele is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Perkele throws out the jab.
Perkele slips a jab from Tax Payer.
It seemed like Perkele was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Finnish Tax Payer.
I think Perkele 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 48:48
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 48:48
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 48:47

The fight is ruled a majority draw!
Oh dear, what a disastrous situation! The belt remains unclaimed and both fighters go home unhappy!

Event: SYN 926 Myers vs. Tax Payer
Date: Sep 07, 2022

#R1#
Tax Payer throws a right hand that misses
and Myers makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Myers scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tax Payer misses with a jab to the body
and Myers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tax Payer 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.
Myers throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer tries to clinch but Myers moves away
enabling Myers to counter with a crisp jab.
Myers's corner calls for a 1-2. Myers obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Myers moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Myers throws a quick counter kick to the body but Tax Payer avoids it.
Myers misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Myers with a body shot.
Myers throws a leg kick that misses. #T1#
Tax Payer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Myers counters with a nice uppercut.
Myers slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
A slow jab from Myers misses its intended target.
Myers dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Myers. #CL2#
Tax Payer closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Tax Payer manages to break the clinch.
A cross from Tax Payer lands.#T2#
Myers misses with an uppercut.
Myers tries to close the distance and clinch but Tax Payer swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tax Payer looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL2#
Tax Payer closes the distance and pushes Myers back into the cage.
Myers misses with a hook to the ribs.
Myers can't find room to land a body shot as Tax Payer controls the action.
Myers jumps guard but Tax Payer turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Myers lands with a light punch inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tax Payer lands a nice uppercut.
Myers jumps guard but Tax Payer turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Myers tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tax Payer's elbow.
Myers throws a head punch that misses. #TD#
Myers ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Myers no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SU2#
Tax Payer decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Myers, up you get!
Tax Payer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick
and Myers counters with a good low kick that Tax Payer was not able to check. #T3#
Myers throws a shot from downtown. Tax Payer moves away and avoids it.
Myers backing away here, and Tax Payer unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Myers throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer tries a quick counter leg kick but Myers is wise to it.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Myers.
Tax Payer lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tax Payer tries a head kick but it misses.
Tax Payer doesn't manage to clinch there - Myers circles away.
Myers swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer throws a right hand that misses
and Myers counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T4#
Tax Payer fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tax Payer misses with a series of wild punches.
Myers tries to land a front kick but Tax Payer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Myers backing away here, and Tax Payer unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Myers.
Myers connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tax Payer tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Myers paws at him with a jab and circles away.
It appears Myers was looking to counter with a kick there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cornelius Myers dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Myers cracks Tax Payer with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Myers wants to slow Tax Payer down by chopping away at his legs.
Tax Payer goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Tax Payer steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Myers. That one must have hurt.
Tax Payer thumps Myers with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Myers checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tax Payer misses the jab.
It looked like Myers was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tax Payer.#T1#
Myers lands with an overhand left.#CL2#
Tax Payer rushes Myers and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tax Payer throws a left and a right that both miss
and Myers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tax Payer takes a swing at Myers's ribcage but misses.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Myers's head but Myers sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Myers walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Myers misses with a wild body shot.
Myers misses with a looping right.#T2##CL2#
Tax Payer instigates a clinch.
Tax Payer throws a punch but it's blocked by Myers. #BC2#
Tax Payer breaks from the clinch.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Myers.
Myers misses with a looping right.
Tax Payer throws out a counter right but Myers avoids it with no problem.
Tax Payer tries to close the distance and clinch up but Myers swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Myers sizes up Tax Payer with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Myers scores with a jab. Tax Payer acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Myers buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T3#
Myers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer.
Myers ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Myers throws a front kick aimed at Tax Payer's knee but Tax Payer avoids it well.
Tax Payer unleashes a big counter combination but Myers bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Myers bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Myers moves away.
Myers misses with a lunging right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Myers thinking.
A telegraphed right hand from Myers misses the target.
Myers is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer. #T4#
Myers throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Tax Payer chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Myers can pounce on him.
Good leg kick by Myers. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Tax Payer misses with some punches.
A short uppercut from Tax Payer.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A nice left hand lands by Tax Payer.
Myers misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice body punch from Tax Payer - that landed with a thud.
Tax Payer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Myers backwards.
Myers lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tax Payer backwards.
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 Cornelius Myers will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Myers misses with a looping right.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tax Payer looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Myers tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tax Payer let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tax Payer is looking to clinch.
Cornelius Myers is winning the standup battle so far.
Myers slips under a jab from Tax Payer.
Myers gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Myers walks into a straight right hand from Tax Payer.#T1#
Myers uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Myers connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tax Payer scrambles back to his feet.
Myers slips a jab from Tax Payer.
Myers misses the jab.
Tax Payer unleashes a big counter combination but Myers bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
A jab from Tax Payer does it's job there.
Myers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Myers.
It seemed like Tax Payer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tax Payer shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Myers dodges the punch combination from Tax Payer.
It looked like Myers wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T2#
Tax Payer fails to land with a series of punches.
Tax Payer defending well as Myers loads up on a big left hand.
Myers ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A slow jab from Myers misses its intended target.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tax Payer swings away with a leg kick that misses.
It looked like Myers was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tax Payer.#T3#
Myers throws a poor cross that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Myers.
Tax Payer takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Donk. Tax Payer catches Myers right on the button with a cross.
Myers fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Myers ducks down to avoid it.
Myers throwing a counter right hand but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Myers swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tax Payer with a nice calf kick.#T4#
Myers loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Tax Payer lands with an uppercut that bounces Myers off the cage and back into range.#CL2#
Tax Payer clinches with his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Myers.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch.
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
and Myers connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Myers scores with a nice right hand. #ROC#Tax Payer is rocked!
The crowd cheers as Tax Payer lands an impressive looking overhand right. Myers doesn't seem phased though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer 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#
Tax Payer looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tax Payer is still on wobbly legs! Can Myers finish him?
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Myers! Tax Payer is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:14 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Cornelius Myers!
Cornelius Myers retains his lightweight title!
A victorious Cornelius Myers thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SYN 918 Tax Payer vs. Gracie
Date: Jul 27, 2022

#R1#
Tax Payer throws a leg kick #TD2#
so Gracie counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Gracie loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Tax Payer wants to get back to his feet but Gracie is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #ES#
Tax Payer is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Gracie presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Tax Payer makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Stalling in the clinch from Gracie. #TD2#
Gracie pulls guard successfully.
Gracie looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SU#
Tax Payer stands and steps away. Gracie gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Gracie misses the jab.
Tax Payer is looking for a counter combo.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown but Tax Payer shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gracie throws an off balance right hand
and Tax Payer makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Tax Payer has been working on his boxing with his coaches at FF Forever in the buildup to the fight.
Gracie tries to clinch
and Tax Payer counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Gracie lands a body shot. #T1#
Gracie rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tax Payer counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Gracie lands with a nice body punch.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gracie throws out the jab.
Tax Payer connects with a good right hand that stumbles Gracie. Gracie circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Gracie is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Gracie throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Tax Payer sprawls well. Tax Payer wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Gracie gets slowly back to his feet.#T2#
Gracie tries for a takedown but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Finnish Tax Payer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renoa Gracie.
Gracie avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gracie thows a left - swing and a miss!
It looked like Tax Payer was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Gracie.
Renoa Gracie seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gracie tries for a takedown but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Gracie catches Tax Payer with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gracie.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Gracie fails with an attempt to clinch.
It looked like Tax Payer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Gracie listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Gracie is out of range.
Gracie jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Gracie misses with a straight left.
As Gracie looks to move away, Tax Payer throws a big counter combo but Gracie just gets out of the way.
Finnish Tax Payer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tax Payer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gracie sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Gracie misses with a straight left. #CL2#
Gracie clinches up against the cage.
Gracie jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Tax Payer walks away with a smile on his face. Gracie gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Tax Payer takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Gracie jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
The fighters circling - Gracie throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Gracie is defended easily by Tax Payer.#T4#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Gracie.
Tax Payer takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Gracie swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Gracie moved out of range.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch on the inside from Tax Payer fails to land. #BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch.
Gracie fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Gracie doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Renoa Gracie dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A slow jab from Gracie misses its intended target.
Tax Payer takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Gracie takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
As Gracie looks to move away, Tax Payer throws a big counter combo but Gracie just gets out of the way.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gracie feints the counter takedown.
Gracie shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut.
Gracie throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gracie avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Renoa Gracie seems to be getting the better of the standup.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Gracie.#T1#
Tax Payer with the inside leg kick.
Gracie fails with the takedown.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
Tax Payer wants to slow Gracie down by chopping away at his legs. #TD2#
Gracie scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Gracie working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Tax Payer is looking to escape.#SUB2#
Gracie seems to be looking for submissions.
Tax Payer pushes Gracie off looking to stand but Gracie dives back in and keeps control.
Gracie scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Tax Payer is staying active underneath Gracie, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2#
Gracie controlling the pace. #ES#
Tax Payer has one foot on Gracie's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Gracie moves out of range of the leg kick from Tax Payer.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gracie moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Gracie slips under a jab.
Gracie lands an overhand right.
Gracie dives in for a single leg takedown but Tax Payer sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Finnish Tax Payer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renoa Gracie.
Gracie lands a jab.
Gracie shoots in but no luck this time.
Tax Payer appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Gracie tries for a takedown but Tax Payer circles away easily
and Tax Payer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Gracie is looking to clinch.
Gracie connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CL2#
Gracie drives through and clinches with Tax Payer against the cage.
Tax Payer lands a shoulder strike. #BC#
Tax Payer breaks from the clinch.
Gracie moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Gracie throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tax Payer fires out a quick counter leg kick but Gracie just manages to avoid it.
Gracie misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T4#
Tax Payer tries to move into range but Gracie moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Gracie throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer misses with a wild combination.
Gracie scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tax Payer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice shot lands for Gracie.
Gracie lands a nice shot that snaps Tax Payer's head back.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Tax Payer thinks about countering with a head kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Renoa Gracie will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3##CL2#
Gracie moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Gracie pulls guard effortlessly.
Gracie is adopting a defensive guard.
Gracie has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Tax Payer stopping the sweep attempt from Gracie.
Tax Payer wants to stand but Gracie has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Renoa Gracie has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tax Payer has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SU#
Tax Payer decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Gracie, up you get!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Gracie is able to avoid easily.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gracie tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tax Payer paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T1#
Gracie takes one to the chin there.
Gracie scores with a nice strike.
Gracie on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jab from Gracie.
Tax Payer thows a leg kick but Gracie checks it #TD2#
and Gracie counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Tax Payer wants to stand and escape but Gracie is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tax Payer keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully.
Gracie working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Tax Payer keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully. #ES#
Tax Payer manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tax Payer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tax Payer. #T2#
Gracie scores with a shot to the side of Tax Payer's head.
Tax Payer scores with a shoulder strike.
Gracie lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Gracie trying to control the position but instead, Tax Payer has worked for underhooks and has pushed Gracie into the cage.
Gracie doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Gracie scores with a hook to the body.
Gracie tries to throw a body punch but Tax Payer avoids it by throwing Gracie back against the cage.
Tax Payer lands a right hand. #TD2#
Gracie has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Tax Payer uses from the top position.
Gracie is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gracie has a closed guard, preventing Tax Payer from standing up.
Gracie pulls Tax Payer in to control the position. #SU#
Tax Payer stands up and waves to Gracie to follow him.
Gracie punishes Tax Payer's body with a nice straight punch.#T3#
A nice leg kick lands there from Tax Payer.
Gracie gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Gracie lands an overhand right.
Gracie misses with a lunging right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a nice body shot.
Gracie getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Gracie jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tax Payer keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T4#
Gracie jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer misses with a straight right.
Gracie changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Gracie chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tax Payer can pounce on him.
Tax Payer lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
The crowd cheers as Gracie lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tax Payer doesn't seem phased though.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gracie lands with an overhand left.
Gracie misses with a hook.
Gracie takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Gracie gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Renoa Gracie just about did enough to take it.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Tax Payer takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Gracie throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Tax Payer takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #CL2#
Gracie pushes Tax Payer up against the cage in a clinch.
Tax Payer looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tax Payer swings wildly with an uppercut but Gracie uses good head movement to avoid it.
Renoa Gracie seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tax Payer blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Gracie dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gracie.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tax Payer backwards.
Gracie misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Tax Payer manages to break the clinch.
Gracie misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Gracie thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tax Payer appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T1#
A jab from Gracie finds it's way through Tax Payer's defenses.
Tax Payer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gracie.
Gracie tries to counter by closing the distance.
Gracie shoots and misses
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer takes a swing at Gracie's ribcage but misses.
Gracie pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tax Payer circles away from the clinch attempt.
Gracie swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer throws a head kick but Gracie moves out of range.
Gracie blocks a low kick nicely.
Tax Payer getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T2#
Gracie darts in looking for a takedown but Tax Payer gets double underhooks and turns Gracie into the cage.
Gracie throws a big shot that misses.
Gracie's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tax Payer under the eye.
Gracie connects with a looping right hand.
Tax Payer swats away the attempt to clinch by Gracie.
Tax Payer stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tax Payer wants it to stay on the feet.
A quick step to the side and Tax Payer tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Finnish Tax Payer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renoa Gracie.
Tax Payer swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tax Payer sets himself, and Gracie steps forward looking for the clinch! Tax Payer avoids it this time.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer throws out a leg kick but Gracie moves out of range and Tax Payer only half commits.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Gracie ducks down to avoid it. #T3#
Tax Payer changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tax Payer as he avoids it easily.
Gracie shoots in looking for a takedown. Tax Payer tries to sprawl out of it but Gracie keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tax Payer manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Gracie doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Tax Payer counters with a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer cracks Gracie with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Gracie misses with a takedown
and Tax Payer counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Gracie misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Gracie ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tax Payer 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 Gracie has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Gracie and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tax Payer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gracie.
Gracie misses with a looping right.
Gracie throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gracie.
Tax Payer swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
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 Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Tax Payer misses with a shot to the body #TD2#
and Gracie counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Finnish Tax Payer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Tax Payer manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Gracie fails to land.
Tax Payer working aggressively here.
Tax Payer lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tax Payer can't break the clinch.
Tax Payer scores with a shoulder strike.
Gracie lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tax Payer blocking some punches. #BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick #CL2#
and Gracie counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Gracie tries to throw a body punch but Tax Payer avoids it by throwing Gracie back against the cage.
Tax Payer scores with a shoulder strike. #TD2#
Gracie manages to pull guard.
Gracie looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tax Payer is one step ahead there. #T1#
Tax Payer landing some decent shots from guard.
Gracie controlling the position.
Tax Payer throwing strikes but missing.
Tax Payer is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Tax Payer wants to stand but Gracie has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SU#
Tax Payer gets to his feet. Gracie looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Gracie ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
An attempted straight right counter from Tax Payer misses the target.
Gracie with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Gracie tests Tax Payer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tax Payer feints and then cracks Gracie's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Gracie down. #T2#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Tax Payer!
Gracie shoots in but no luck this time.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gracie was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Gracie wants to counter with a clinch but Tax Payer pushes him away.
Tax Payer throws a low kick, looking for Gracie's leg but Gracie calmly moves out of range.
Tax Payer stuffs the takedown attempt from Gracie. Gracie gets slowly back to his feet.
Finnish Tax Payer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renoa Gracie.
Gracie looks to clinch
and Tax Payer counters with a series of strikes that practically lifts Gracie off his feet! He tumbles backwards, his head bouncing off the mat - Tax Payer follows up with more strikes before the ref can step in but Gracie was out before he hit the floor.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 5, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Finnish Tax Payer!
Finnish Tax Payer retains his featherweight title!
An out of breath Finnish Tax Payer thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SYN 913 Patriot vs. Tax Payer
Date: Jul 09, 2022

#R1#
Patriot displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Patriot with a nice cross.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Patriot.
Patriot connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tax Payer momentarily.
Patriot fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Tax Payer 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.
Tax Payer closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tax Payer lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #CUT2#It looks like Gorgon Patriot has been cut.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Patriot moves away and avoids it.
Patriot misses with an uppercut.
Patriot misses with a right hand
and Patriot takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Patriot jabs at Tax Payer's body.
Patriot definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Patriot moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A little feinted left hand from Patriot on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Patriot lands a nice hook to Tax Payer's body. Tax Payer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Patriot throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Patriot throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
Tax Payer looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Patriot.
Patriot throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a big counter head kick but Patriot avoids it with no problem.
A slow jab from Patriot misses its intended target.
Patriot is looking to slow Tax Payer down with leg kicks.
Patriot takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Patriot loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Patriot lands a really nice looking cross but Tax Payer seems unphased.
Patriot connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tax Payer. Tax Payer circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Tax Payer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tax Payer lands a jab.
Patriot pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Patriot lands a jab to Tax Payer's midsection.
Patriot connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Patriot throws a right hand that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Patriot steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Patriot throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Nice shot by Tax Payer.#CUT2#Gorgon Patriot's cut is getting worse.
Tax Payer defending well as Patriot loads up on a big left hand.
Patriot misses with a looping left.
Patriot misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Patriot uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Patriot throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Patriot throws a body shot but no joy.
Patriot looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Patriot moved out of range.
Tax Payer lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Patriot misses with a straight left.
Patriot looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.#T3#
Patriot connects with an inside leg kick.
Tax Payer takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Patriot throws a combination that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Patriot with a nice calf kick.
Patriot throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
Patriot cracks Tax Payer with a good jab.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the body kick from Patriot.
Patriot misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Patriot throws out the jab.
It seemed like Tax Payer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Patriot scores with a body shot.
Patriot is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Patriot throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gorgon Patriot seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Patriot fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Patriot misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Patriot connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer scores with a body shot. #T4#
Tax Payer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Patriot throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tax Payer counters with a body kick.
Patriot throws a combination. Tax Payer tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Tax Payer throws a right hand that misses
and Patriot counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tax Payer swinging wildly here.
Patriot works over Tax Payer's head and body with a nice combination.
Patriot throws a poor cross that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a straight right hand.
Patriot misses with a few strikes there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Patriot just misses with a punch to the body.
A cross from Tax Payer lands.
A jab from Patriot misses.
Tax Payer looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gorgon Patriot dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gorgon Patriot's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Patriot chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Good shot there by Patriot.
Decent striking displayed by Tax Payer there.
Patriot lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Patriot connects with a solid leg kick.
A solid body kick from Patriot.
Nice uppercut lands for Patriot. That snapped Tax Payer's head back.
Patriot throws an off balance right hand
and Tax Payer counters with an outside leg kick.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Patriot.
As Patriot backs off Tax Payer throws a huge counter combo but Patriot manages to avoid it all.
Patriot tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tax Payer is able to avoid easily.
Tax Payer shapes to counter with a head kick.
Tax Payer takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Patriot throws a right hand that Tax Payer ducks under and follows up with a left that Tax Payer also avoids with ease.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Patriot.
A low kick lands for Patriot.
Tax Payer tries to move into range but Patriot moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T1#
Tax Payer misses with a looping left.
Patriot missing with a left hand there. Tax Payer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Patriot.
Tax Payer lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Patriot moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick that misses.
The fighters circling - Patriot throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Patriot swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Patriot misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Patriot throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Patriot on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Patriot throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Patriot moves away from the strike by Tax Payer. #T2#
Patriot throws a lazy uppercut
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#Patriot is rocked!#CUT2#Gorgon Patriot's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
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!
Patriot tests Tax Payer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Oh Patriot is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tax Payer throws a jab when Patriot was well out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Patriot on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Patriot misses with a hook
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp right that sends Patriot to the canvas! Tax Payer follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Finnish Tax Payer!
Finnish Tax Payer is the new featherweight champion!
A victorious Finnish Tax Payer thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SYN 911 Never Forget
Date: Jul 02, 2022

#R1#
Barbosa tests Tax Payer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Barbosa misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Tax Payer is trying to counter with his kicks.
Tax Payer scores with a punch to the head.
Barbosa misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tax Payer tries to clinch but Barbosa is having none of it.
Barbosa throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL2#
Tax Payer moves into range and clinches up with Barbosa.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Barbosa creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Tax Payer.
A head punch on the inside from Barbosa fails to land. #BC2#
Tax Payer breaks from the clinch.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Barbosa.#T1#
Barbosa throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Barbosa feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tax Payers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Tax Payer gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
and Barbosa counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Barbosa scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Barbosa.#T2#
Barbosa misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Barbosa lands with a right hand.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Barbosa down with leg kicks.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Barbosa takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tax Payer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Barbosa sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Barbosa is looking to counter punch.
Barbosa takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T3##CL2#
Tax Payer moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Tax Payer manages to break the clinch.
A head kick by Barbosa misses
and Tax Payer counters with an outside leg kick.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tax Payer shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A counter left hand to the body from Barbosa misses its target.
Barbosa ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Barbosa throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Tax Payer gets a clinch. #T4#
Tax Payer lands a body punch.
Tax Payer throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Barbosas head.
Tax Payer lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tax Payer lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barbosa avoiding damage.
Tax Payer working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tax Payer struggles to land a body shot inside as Barbosa controls his hands.
Barbosa prevents a body shot from Tax Payer.
Barbosa stalling in the clinch.
Barbosa misses with a punch on the inside.
Barbosa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Barbosa manages to break the clinch.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Barbosa just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A counter left hand to the body from Barbosa misses its target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Barbosa gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Barbosa was well out of range.
Barbosa throws a quick counter head kick but Tax Payer was just out of range.
Tax Payer cracks a nice hook into Barbosa's ribs.
Barbosa throws a right and a left that both miss.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Barbosa throws out the jab.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Left hook, right uppercut from Tax Payer.
Barbosa scores with a sloppy right hand. Tax Payer should have avoided that one.
Tax Payer defending well as Barbosa loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer throws out a counter right but Barbosa avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Tax Payer feints and then cracks Barbosa's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Barbosa down.
Good shot there by Barbosa.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Barbosa throws a right hand that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Barbosa on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tax Payer misses the jab.#T2#
Tax Payer moves out of range as Barbosa strikes.
Barbosa blocks a jab.
Barbosa swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Barbosa connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tax Payer scrambles back to his feet.
Barbosa on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
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!
Tax Payer throws a right and a left that Barbosa avoids nicely.
Tax Payer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tax Payer misses with a jab, cross combination. #T3#
Nice shot by Tax Payer.
Barbosa waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Tax Payer let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL2#
Tax Payer clinches up with Barbosa and pushes him back against the cage.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tax Payer blocks an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tax Payer.
A nice right hand lands inside from Barbosa.
Barbosa blocking some punches.
Tax Payer is working Barbosa over against the cage.#BC#
Barbosa manages to break the clinch. #T4#
Tax Payer lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Barbosa blocks a leg kick.
Tax Payer lands a head shot.#CL2#
Tax Payer fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Barbosa, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Barbosa breaks from the clinch.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barbosa manages to avoid it.
Barbosa misses with a hook
and Tax Payer counters with a good low kick that Barbosa was not able to check.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Barbosa wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Barbosa misses with an uppercut
and Tax Payer counters with a left to the body.
A big right from Barbosa misses.
Tax Payer was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Barbosa is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Barbosa throws a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head but Tax Payer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Barbosa is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Tax Payer moves into the clinch successfully.
Barbosa misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tax Payer scores with a shot to the side of Barbosa's head.
Tax Payer keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Barbosa's efforts to push away.#T1#
Barbosa scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Barbosa can't find room to land a body shot as Tax Payer controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tax Payer.
Barbosa scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tax Payer gets through Barbosa's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Barbosa is pushing Tax Payer up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC2#
Tax Payer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The fighters circling - Barbosa throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tax Payer throws out a counter right but Barbosa avoids it with no problem.
Barbosa takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Barbosa fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Barbosa tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Barbosa.
We've been told by Barbosa's head coaches at Ice Cream Parlour that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T2#
Barbosa throws a right hand that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Barbosa looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Barbosa misses with a body shot.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tax Payer.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Barbosa lands a leg kick that knocks Tax Payer off balance momentarily.
Barbosa cracks Tax Payer with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CL2#
Tax Payer gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tax Payer has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Barbosa seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tax Payer can turn it around.#T3#
Tax Payer lands a left hand.
Tax Payer lands a right hand.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Barbosa.
Tax Payer misses with a punch on the inside.
Barbosa lands a nice uppercut.
Barbosa has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A hook to the body from Tax Payer. #BC2#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #KD2#
Tax Payer lands a big head kick that sends Barbosa tumbling to the mat! Tax Payer takes a step backwards and waves Barbosa back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Barbosa is rocked!
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!
Tax Payer weaves into range and cracks Barbosa right on the temple with a beautiful overhand right! Barbosa goes down! He's out cold! Wow, what a beautiful knockout! Tax Payer is strutting round the canvas like a movie star as the camera bulbs flash frantically.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Finnish Tax Payer!
After winning the bout, Finnish Tax Payer thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: SYN 906 Leifsson vs. Barbarian
Date: Jun 12, 2022

#R1#
Bin Sari scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Bin Sari is looking to counter punch.
A right-left combo lands from Tax Payer. #CUT2#It looks like Aishah Bin Sari has been cut.
Bin Sari takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bin Sari keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like Bin Sari wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bin Sari is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bin Sari connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bin Sari tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Tax Payer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tax Payer tries to clinch
enabling Bin Sari to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Bin Sari uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bin Sari swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tax Payer swats away the attempt to clinch by Bin Sari.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Bin Sari moves into the clinch.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tax Payer lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tax Payer tries to break the clinch but Bin Sari is controlling the position.
Bin Sari lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tax Payer lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bin Sari backwards.
Bin Sari lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T2#
Tax Payer has a couple of punches blocked by Bin Sari.
Bin Sari takes a shot to the head.
Tax Payer swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bin Sari swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bin Sari takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tax Payer moves into range and connects with a jab.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
Bin Sari is looking for a counter combo.
Bin Sari swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tax Payer circles away from the clinch attempt.
A jab from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer looks to throw a body kick
and Bin Sari counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Tax Payer looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tax Payer lands a really nice looking cross but Bin Sari seems unphased.
Tax Payer tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bin Sari stuns Tax Payer with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Bin Sari moved out of range nicely.
As Tax Payer backs away, Bin Sari returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T4#
Bin Sari chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A left lands for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer is looking to chop away at Bin Sari's legs.
Nice cross by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer sizes up Bin Sari with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bin Sari slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Bin Sari is looking to counter with a body kick.
Tax Payer is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Bin Sari had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Bin Sari throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Bin Sari fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tax Payer on the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Aishah Bin Sari's cut.
That's time! Bin Sari's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##CL2#
Tax Payer closes the distance and pushes Bin Sari back into the cage.
A short left from Tax Payer.
Bin Sari scores with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC2#
Tax Payer breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Bin Sari has closed the distance and engaged Tax Payer in a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bin Sari.
Tax Payer misses with the head strike.
Tax Payer misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bin Sari can't find room to land a body shot as Tax Payer controls the action.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tax Payer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bin Sari lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tax Payer working aggressively here.
Bin Sari has a couple of punches blocked by Tax Payer.
Bin Sari is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Tax Payer to keep the fight standing.
Bin Sari lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer is trying to break the clinch but Bin Sari has him pressed against the cage.
Bin Sari tries a body shot but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bin Sari's elbow. #T1#
Tax Payer misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bin Sari digs a right hand into Tax Payer's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tax Payer's gas tank.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tax Payer.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands a right hand.
Tax Payer swings wildly with an uppercut but Bin Sari uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Bin Sari pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bin Sari doesn't manage to clinch there - Tax Payer circles away.
Tax Payer is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tax Payer connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Tax Payer misses with a punch on the inside.
I was talking to Bin Sari's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Bin Sari tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tax Payer just stands there and leans against the cage.#T2#
Bin Sari has a couple of punches blocked by Tax Payer.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tax Payer creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #TD#
Bin Sari pulls guard effortlessly.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bin Sari is looking to stand up but Tax Payer isn't so interested in that idea.
Tax Payer trying to stand up but can't free himself from Bin Sari's guard.
Bin Sari wants to stand and escape but Tax Payer is having none of it. #SU2#
Tax Payer stands and steps away. Bin Sari gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Bin Sari slips under a jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands with a shot to the body.
Bin Sari ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tax Payer tries to land a body kick
and Bin Sari cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tax Payer connects with a jab.#CUT2#Aishah Bin Sari's cut is getting worse.
Bin Sari steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Bin Sari swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tax Payer moves in looking to clinch but Bin Sari pushes him off.
Bin Sari feints and then cracks Tax Payer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tax Payer down. #CL#
Bin Sari closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Tax Payer breaks from the clinch. #T4#
Tax Payer takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bin Sari thows a leg kick but Tax Payer checks it #KD2#
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp one two that drops Bin Sari! Tax Payer thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Bin Sari to his feet! Bin Sari is in big trouble!#ROC2#Bin Sari is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bin Sari staying out of range there.
Oh Bin Sari is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tax Payer drops Bin Sari with a huge uppercut! Bin Sari drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Tax Payer is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Finnish Tax Payer!
Finnish Tax Payer thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: SYN 90210
Date: May 29, 2022

#R1#
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Storm slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Storm looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tax Payer throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Tax Payer looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer is looking to score with low kicks.
Storm has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Storm's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tax Payer connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Storm scrambles back to his feet.
Storm defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Storm.
Storm avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
Storm throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Storm 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.
Storm walks into a jab.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer jabs at Storm's body.#T1#
Storm throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tax Payer misses with a left hand
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
Tax Payer scores with a sloppy right hand. Storm should have avoided that one.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Storm down with leg kicks.
Storm throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer misses with a right hand
and Storm counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Tax Payer lands with a kick to the ribs.
Tax Payer scoring well with a low kick there.
Tax Payer lands a high kick!
Tax Payer shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm slips under a jab.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer pivots, looking for a leg kick but Storm is out of range and Tax Payer settles back down. #T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Storm motions for Tax Payer to come forward. Storm throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A shot to the liver by Storm. Beautiful body shot.
A jab from Storm does it's job there.
Tax Payer works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A shot to the liver by Tax Payer. Beautiful body shot.
Storm's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tax Payer connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Storm scrambles back to his feet.
Storm takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Storm takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Storm scores with a leg kick.
Jab, jab by Tax Payer - just one landing.
Tax Payer shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Storm ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer moves into range and connects with a jab. #T3#
Storm lands with a nice body punch.
Storm attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tax Payer.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tax Payer throws a sloppy body shot
and Storm counters with a low kick, right behind Tax Payer 's knee.
Storm misses with a low kick as Tax Payer jumps back.
Storm takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Tax Payer throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Tax Payer pivots, looking for a leg kick but Storm is out of range and Tax Payer settles back down.
Storm throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Storm misses with a hook.
Tax Payer closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T4#
Storm avoids the head kick by Tax Payer.
A nice leg kick from Storm, right into the meat of the thigh.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm lands an overhand right.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm throws a push kick but Tax Payer slaps the foot to one side.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Storm.
Storm on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Storm throws a low kick but Tax Payer avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Storm avoids a kick to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target.
Tax Payer lands a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Storm misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Storm with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tax Payer to score with a decent uppercut.
Tax Payer stuns Storm with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tax Payer takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
A little jabbing left from Storm on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Storm connects with a solid leg kick.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Storm might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Tax Payer has got the better of the exchanges.
Tax Payer looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Storm down with leg kicks.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but it's checked well by Storm.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but Storm moves out of range easily.
Storm now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Storm 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.
Tax Payer lunges at Storm with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Storm's hand.
Tax Payer finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm flicks out a counter leg kick but Tax Payer steps away.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1#
Tax Payer attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A countering left hand to the body from Storm misses.
Storm's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tax Payer throws out a powerful jab.
Storm takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A solid body kick from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Storm takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Tax Payer misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Storm counters with a series of strikes. Tax Payer will be more careful next time no doubt.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Storm paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Storm walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tax Payer checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tax Payer, as that shot connected.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm connects with a body shot that sends Tax Payer's belly button to the back.
Storm tries to land a leg kick but Tax Payer saw it coming and moves away.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Storm's head backwards.
Storm avoids a punch combination nicely.
Storm looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Tax Payer works over Storm's head and body with a nice combination.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Storm throws a nice looking combination but Tax Payer bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tax Payer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm cracks a nice hook into Tax Payer's ribs.
Storm takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Storm moved away.
Tax Payer thumps Storm with a low kick.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer digs a good hook to Storm's body.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tax Payer.
Storm looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Storm sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tax Payer tries to bum rush Storm with a series of wild strikes but Storm uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T3#
Storm takes one to the side of the head.
Storm looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
A good leg kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Finnish Tax Payer is winning the standup battle so far.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Tax Payer scores with a decent looking hook.
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Storm takes one on the button.
Tax Payer takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer slips under a jab from Storm.
A counter left hand to the body from Tax Payer misses its target.
Tax Payer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tax Payer takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Storm was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A low kick from Tax Payer is predictable there
and Storm counters with a left to the body.
Tax Payer scores with a kick to the body.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Tax Payer misses with a double jab.
Storm feints a counter leg kick.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Storm.
Storm avoids the head kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Storm down with leg kicks.
Tax Payer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Storm can do to turn this around?
Storm blocks a leg kick.
Storm throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Storm moves out of range of the body kick.
Tax Payer with a nice calf kick.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tax Payer jabs at Storm's body.
Storm checks the leg kick nicely there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Storm moves out of range of the body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.
Storm feints a counter leg kick.
Tax Payer tries a head kick but it misses.
Storm tries a quick counter leg kick but Tax Payer is wise to it.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick as Storm jumps back.
Tax Payer keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tax Payer throws an off balance right hand
and Storm counters with a thumping low kick.
Tax Payer scores with a nice right hand.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tax Payer. That's going to slow Storm down.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
Storm has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tax Payer doesn't seem bothered though.
Tax Payer swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Storm counter with a right hand.
Tax Payer lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm checks a leg kick.
Storm only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Tax Payer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tax Payer connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T1#
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Tax Payer feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tax Payer misses with a right hand
and Storm connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tax Payer swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Storm has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tax Payer lands a nice shot that snaps Storm's head back.
Storm lands the left hand.
Storm chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick that knocks Storm off balance momentarily.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tax Payer tests Storm's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tax Payer connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick.
Tax Payer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Storm walks into a stiff left hand from Tax Payer.#T2#
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer misses with a few strikes there.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer lands a nice looking kick to the body. Storm takes a step back to recover.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer 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.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
That kick from Storm tenderised Tax Payer's leg. Tax Payer is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tax Payer fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tax Payer misses with a body kick.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick which misses Storm's front leg but catches the back leg as Storm tries to avoid it. #T3#
A jab from Storm misses.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Storm blocks it.
A bone on bone clash there as Tax Payer blocks the leg kick.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A low kick lands for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A lazy left from Tax Payer finds it's target.
Tax Payer throws a chopping leg kick but Storm manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A solid body kick from Tax Payer.
Storm takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A bone on bone clash there as Storm blocks the leg kick.
Tax Payer lands a lovely overhand right.
Storm looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Storm misses with a wild combination. #T4#
Storm throws a leg kick but Tax Payer sees it coming and moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Storm slips under a jab.
Tax Payer tries to land a leg kick but Storm saw it coming and moves away.
Storm feints and then cracks Tax Payer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tax Payer down.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer throws a predictable looking body shot
and Storm counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tax Payer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Storm moves out of range of the leg kick from Tax Payer.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tax Payer with a nice calf kick.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
Storm is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tax Payer with a body shot.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Storm takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tax Payer jabs at Storm's body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer clearly takes that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
The crowd cheers as Tax Payer lands an impressive looking overhand right. Storm doesn't seem phased though.
Tax Payer digs a good body shot into Storm's ribs.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the leg kick from Storm.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Storm with the inside leg kick.
Storm gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer works Storm's body with a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Storm at a distance.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Storm lands a right hook to the body. #T1#
Tax Payer throws a leg kick
and Storm counters with a thumping low kick.
Storm with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tax Payer tried to score with a low kick but Storm checks it.
Tax Payer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Storm avoids a kick to the body.
Storm cracks Tax Payer with a good jab.
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Storm counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Storm has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tax Payer finds it's way round the side to connect with Storm's head.
A big left from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer misses with a hook.
Tax Payer backing away here, and Storm unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Tax Payer throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tax Payer blocks a low kick nicely.
Storm walks into a stiff left hand from Tax Payer.
Storm buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tax Payer digs a good body shot into Storm's ribs.
Tax Payer chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Storm down with leg kicks.
Storm jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Storm finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm throws out a counter right but Tax Payer avoids it with no problem.
Tax Payer darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Storm throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer thows a body kick. Storm tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Storm is looking to chop away at Tax Payer's legs.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick
and Storm counters with a low kick, right behind Tax Payer 's knee.
Storm throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tax Payer.
Storm connects with a right hand. Tax Payer shakes it off.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Storm is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tax Payer with a body shot.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Tax Payer blocks the leg kick.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Storm chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tax Payer can pounce on him.
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tax Payer checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Storm has time to react.
Tax Payer connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Storm momentarily.
Tax Payer cracks Storm with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Storm throws a leg kick but Tax Payer sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tax Payer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Storm doesn't seem bothered though.
Tax Payer stuns Storm with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tax Payer tries a head kick but it misses.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer misses with a lunging right hand
and Storm counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer blocks a low kick nicely.
Tax Payer scores with a decent looking hook.
Tax Payer walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Storm checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but Storm avoids it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Storm.
Storm has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tax Payer.
A low kick from Tax Payer misses
and Storm counters with a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer feints and then cracks Storm's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Storm down.
Tax Payer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tax Payer shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Storm eats them both and turns towards Tax Payer to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Tax Payer dips to his left and cracks Storm with an uppercut!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tax Payer scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Tax Payer throws a sloppy head kick
and Storm counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer had his way with Lincoln Storm in that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Tax Payer misses with a body shot.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
Storm feints a counter leg kick.
Storm throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a good cross that connects.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
A cross from Storm lands.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer scores with a kick to the body.
Tax Payer throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Storm on the side of the head.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm with the inside leg kick.
Good leg kick by Tax Payer.
Storm throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tax Payer scores with a crisp jab that stopped Storm in his tracks.
Storm scoring well with a low kick there. #T1#
Storm checks a leg kick.
Storm unleashes a big counter combination but Tax Payer bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Storm! But no joy.
A lazy left from Tax Payer finds it's target.
Tax Payer is looking to score with low kicks.
Storm looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Storm slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Storm.
Tax Payer scores with a jab.
Storm needs to keep his hands up - Tax Payer had a free shot at his head there.
Tax Payer misses with a left hand
letting Storm counter with a right hand.
Tax Payer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer misses with a head kick.
Tax Payer's jab looks to have found its range, popping Storm under the eye.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick.
Storm throws a counter combo.
Good work by Storm as he checks the leg kick.
Storm looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Storm moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Storm is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Storm counters with a nice uppercut.
Storm on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer checks the leg kick.
Storm chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Storm.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Storm manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Storm throws out a counter right but Tax Payer avoids it with no problem.
A low kick from Tax Payer is predictable there
and Storm counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tax Payer's knee momentarily.
Storm has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Storm wants to land a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that half lands. #T3#
Storm blocks a head kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a front kick aimed at Storm's knee but Storm avoids it well.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Storm looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
Some bone on bone action there as Storm checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
Storm looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tax Payer listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Storm.
Tax Payer looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sloppy strikes from Tax Payer. Those never looked like landing.
Storm throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nice uppercut lands for Tax Payer. That snapped Storm's head back. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm blocks a head kick by Tax Payer.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Storm! But no joy.
Tax Payer ducks right into an uppercut from Storm.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Tax Payer connects with a nice looking jab.
Storm misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tax Payer. That's going to slow Storm down.
Tax Payer misses with a series of wild punches.
Tax Payer moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer scores with a kick to the body.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm is looking to score with low kicks.

And that's the end of the fight!
Finnish Tax Payer showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tax Payer has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight for Finnish Tax Payer!
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight for Finnish Tax Payer!
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight for Finnish Tax Payer!

Finnish Tax Payer wins by unanimous decision!
Finnish Tax Payer thanked the fans post fight for their support.

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

#R1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Sitsongrit.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A cross from Sitsongrit lands.
Sitsongrit tries to clinch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
As Sitsongrit backs off Tax Payer throws a huge counter combo but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it all.
Sitsongrit lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tax Payer at a distance.
A bone on bone clash there as Tax Payer blocks the leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head but Tax Payer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tax Payer looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.#T1#
Sitsongrit lands with a hook. Tax Payer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Sitsongrit swings widly with a right hand
and Tax Payer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sitsongrit misses with a left hand
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Sakmongkol Sitsongrit has been cut.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sitsongrit, as that shot connected.
Sitsongrit is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.
Sitsongrit throws a lazy uppercut
and Tax Payer counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sitsongrit scores with the left hand. Tax Payer knows he should have avoided that one.
Tax Payer defending well as Sitsongrit loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sitsongrit goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
It seemed like Tax Payer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sitsongrit throws out the jab.
Tax Payer looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T3#
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.
Sitsongrit wants to land a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
As Sitsongrit backs off Tax Payer throws a huge counter combo but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it all.
Sitsongrit misses the body punch
and Tax Payer counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sitsongrit rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sitsongrit takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut.
Sitsongrit uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tax Payer has time to react.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T4#
Tax Payer takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sitsongrit lands a nice shot to the body.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Tax Payer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sitsongrit throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sitsongrit rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#Sakmongkol Sitsongrit's cut is getting worse.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Sitsongrit strikes.
A countering left hand to the body from Tax Payer misses.
Sitsongrit jabs Tax Payer right on the nose. Tax Payer blinks but takes it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sakmongkol Sitsongrit dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sakmongkol Sitsongrit's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Sitsongrit loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Tax Payer throws a big counter head kick but Sitsongrit avoids it with no problem.
Sitsongrit missing with a left hand there. Tax Payer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tax Payer looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Tax Payer counter with a right hand.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Sitsongrit throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws out a counter right but Sitsongrit avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tax Payer stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL#
Sitsongrit closes the distance and pushes Tax Payer back into the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer blocks a body shot from Sitsongrit. #T1#
A right hook to the body lands for Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tax Payer's elbow.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.
Sitsongrit lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tax Payer lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sitsongrit lands with a short shot to the head.
Sitsongrit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tax Payer lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer blocks a body shot from Sitsongrit.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tax Payer can do to turn this around?
Tax Payer blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tax Payer misses with a punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sitsongrit lands with a short head shot on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tax Payer has a couple of punches blocked by Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer lands with a right to the head.
Tax Payer misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer digs a right hand into Sitsongrit's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Sitsongrit's gas tank.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tax Payer tries a body shot but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit throws a head punch that misses.
Tax Payer scores with a shoulder strike.
Tax Payer lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tax Payer.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit - that landed with a thud.
Good body shot from Sitsongrit.
A head punch on the inside from Tax Payer fails to land.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sitsongrit lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tax Payer misses with the head strike.
Tax Payer misses with a body punch.
Sitsongrit lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tax Payer throws a head punch that misses.
Sitsongrit takes a shot to the head.
Tax Payer has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Sitsongrit seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tax Payer can turn it around.#T3#
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.
Sitsongrit struggles to land a body shot inside as Tax Payer controls his hands.
Tax Payer misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tax Payer's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sitsongrit lands with a left to the head.
Tax Payer misses with the head strike.
Sitsongrit lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit lands a hook that snaps the head of Tax Payer backwards.
Sitsongrit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with some punches.
A short right from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit working aggressively here.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer working aggressively here.
A right hook to the body lands for Sitsongrit.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC2#
Tax Payer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A low kick from Sitsongrit is predictable there
letting Tax Payer counter with a right hand. #T4#
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Sitsongrit smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Jab from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the body
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A bone on bone clash there as Tax Payer blocks the leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sakmongkol Sitsongrit dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sakmongkol Sitsongrit's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3#
Sitsongrit lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer throws out a counter right but Sitsongrit avoids it with no problem.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Sitsongrit.
A nice side step and Tax Payer releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sitsongrit lands a nice hook to Tax Payer's body. Tax Payer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sitsongrit chopping away at his opponent's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit throws a chopping leg kick but Tax Payer manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tax Payer throws a fast counter high kick but Sitsongrit manages to duck under it in time.
Sitsongrit misses with a body kick.
Sitsongrit rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with a hook.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit is winning the standup battle so far.
Tax Payer tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T2#
Sitsongrit misses with a straight left.
Sitsongrit fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Sitsongrit rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tax Payer counters with a straight right hand.
Sitsongrit doesn't manage to clinch there - Tax Payer circles away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Sitsongrit fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Sitsongrit.#T3#
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
It seemed like Tax Payer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sitsongrit misses the body punch
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tax Payer at a distance.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer 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.
An inside leg kick lands from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
A countering left hand to the body from Tax Payer misses.#T4#
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but Tax Payer sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A jab from Sitsongrit finds it's way through Tax Payer's defenses.
Tax Payer has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tax Payer there as he acknowledges the shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a lazy uppercut
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook
and Tax Payer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#Sakmongkol Sitsongrit's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sakmongkol Sitsongrit clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Sakmongkol Sitsongrit's cut.
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#
Sitsongrit swings widly with a right hand
and Tax Payer makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Sitsongrit connects with a jab.
Jab from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tax Payer. That did some damage!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sitsongrit, as that shot connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit scoring well with a low kick there.
Sitsongrit lands an overhand right.#T1#
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick.
Sitsongrit throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tax Payer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#CL#
Sitsongrit gets a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer gets through Sitsongrit's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit throws a punch but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Sitsongrit fails to land. #T2#
Sitsongrit prevents a body shot from Tax Payer.
A head punch on the inside from Tax Payer fails to land.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.
Sitsongrit is working Tax Payer over against the cage.
Tax Payer struggles to land a body shot inside as Sitsongrit controls his hands.
Sitsongrit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tax Payer has a couple of punches blocked by Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tax Payer lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tax Payer can't break the clinch.
Tax Payer is trying to push Sitsongrit away but Sitsongrit has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tax Payer.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sitsongrit. #T3#
Tax Payer blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with an uppercut but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer misses with a punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit blocks an uppercut.
Tax Payer throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sitsongrits head.
Tax Payer lands a left hand.
Tax Payer misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sitsongrit blocks an uppercut.
Sitsongrit lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tax Payer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
Sitsongrit lands with a short shot to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Tax Payer fails to land.
Sitsongrit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A shot in the inside from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer misses with some punches.
Tax Payer throws a head punch that misses.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tax Payer misses with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer throws a head punch that misses.
Tax Payer works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tax Payer misses with the head strike.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tax Payer lands an uppercut.
Tax Payer lands a shoulder strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sakmongkol Sitsongrit's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5#
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Finnish Tax Payer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sitsongrit throws a nice inside leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Tax Payer blocks the low kick.
Tax Payer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#T1#
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A nice side step and Tax Payer releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sitsongrit with a hook.
Sitsongrit connects with a solid leg kick.
Sitsongrit thuds his right hand into Tax Payer's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T2#
Sitsongrit misses with a hook.
Tax Payer looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sitsongrit lands with a right hand.
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 Tax Payer has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tax Payer and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tax Payer doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tax Payer has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Sitsongrit finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tax Payer now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Sitsongrit lands with a straight right. Tax Payer didn't see that one coming.
Tax Payer blocks a leg kick.
Sitsongrit moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromTax Payer.
Sitsongrit lands a nice hook to Tax Payer's body. Tax Payer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T3#
Sitsongrit jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sitsongrit throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tax Payer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sitsongrit connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tax Payer's hands.
A big right from Sitsongrit misses. #CL#
Sitsongrit has Tax Payer up against the cage in a clinch.
Sitsongrit blocking some punches. #T4#
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sitsongrit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit blocks an uppercut.
Sitsongrit blocks an uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Sitsongrit.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tax Payer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tax Payer misses with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tax Payer throws a head punch that misses.
Tax Payer misses with the head strike.
Tax Payer throws a head punch that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer swings wildly with an uppercut but Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 50:46
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 49:46
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sakmongkol Sitsongrit!
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit retains his bantamweight title!
A relieved looking Sakmongkol 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: Tycoon Olympics 2022 - FW Final
Date: Apr 08, 2022

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Tax Payer jabs Chulalongkorn right on the nose. Chulalongkorn blinks but takes it well.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Chulalongkorns jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Chulalongkorn steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Chulalongkorn looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tax Payer ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Chulalongkorn walks into a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer misses with a jab to the body
and Chulalongkorn counters with a three punch combo that has Tax Payer backing up. Tax Payer nods at Chulalongkorn to acknowledge the strikes.
Tax Payer tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chulalongkorn counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T1#
Chulalongkorn with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tax Payer to score with a decent uppercut.
Chulalongkorn uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Tax Payer throws an off balance right hand
and Chulalongkorn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Tax Payer swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Chulalongkorn counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chulalongkorn uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Chulalongkorn! But no joy.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Chulalongkorn ducks down to avoid it.
Chulalongkorn looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Chulalongkorn ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer scores with a jab.
Tax Payer tries a head kick but it misses.
Chulalongkorn looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T3#
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Chulalongkorn.
Tax Payer's corner calls for a 1-2. Tax Payer obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Tax Payer misses the target.
Tax Payer sets himself, and Chulalongkorn steps forward looking for the clinch! Tax Payer avoids it this time.
Tax Payer scores with a crisp jab that stopped Chulalongkorn in his tracks.
Tax Payer fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
An inside leg kick from Tax Payer misses.
Chulalongkorn now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Tax Payer is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#T4##CL#
Tax Payer has managed to clinch.
Tax Payer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Chulalongkorn is trying to pull guard but Tax Payer turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Chulalongkorn lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tax Payer looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Chulalongkorn tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Chulalongkorn blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tax Payer gets through Chulalongkorn's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Chulalongkorn prevents a body shot from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands with a short head shot on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chulalongkorn working aggressively here.
I was talking to Tax Payer's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A body shot lands from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a head punch that misses.
Tax Payer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Chulalongkorn backwards.
Chulalongkorn lands a shoulder strike.
Chulalongkorn misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chulalongkorn.
Tax Payer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chulalongkorn misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tax Payer misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer 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#
Tax Payer tries to clinch but Chulalongkorn moves away #KD2#
and Chulalongkorn counters with a combination of strikes to the head and body that crumple Tax Payer! #SUB2#
Chulalongkorn is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Tax Payer looks like he's trying to stand up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Tax Payer pushes Chulalongkorn off, looking to escape but Chulalongkorn dives into side control. He's locked up a kimura now - that was fast! He's cranking on it and Tax Payer is forced to tap! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Magnificent Chulalongkorn!
Magnificent Chulalongkorn took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Paddy's Enhancing Drugs (160Q) for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: Tycoon Olympics 2022 - Featherweight SF
Date: Apr 07, 2022

#R1#
Nagasaki blocks a low kick nicely.
Nice uppercut there from Nagasaki.
Nagasaki jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Nagasaki.
Nagasaki seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Tax Payer misses with a double jab.
Nagasaki appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nagasaki.
Tax Payer throws a solid leg kick but Nagasaki takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tax Payer.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nagasaki has his takedown stuffed
and Tax Payer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Nagasaki ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer jabs Nagasaki right on the nose. Nagasaki blinks but takes it well.
Nagasaki checks a low kick from Tax Payer.
Nagasaki misses with an uppercut.
The crowd cheers as Tax Payer lands an impressive looking overhand right. Nagasaki doesn't seem phased though.
Nagasaki throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
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!
Tax Payer scores with a punch to the head.
Nagasaki stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tax Payer.
Nagasaki misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Nagasaki moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Nagasaki sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nagasaki.
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
Tax Payer will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Nagasaki throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer throws a front kick aimed at Nagasaki's knee but Nagasaki avoids it well.
Nagasaki throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Nagasaki uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tax Payer has time to react.
Nagasaki just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Tax Payer walks into a jab.
Tax Payer fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Nagasaki looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nagasaki throws a leg kick but Tax Payer sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Nagasaki tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tax Payer 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.
Nagasaki dodges the punch combination from Tax Payer.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nagasaki scores with a three punch combo! #T2#
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nagasaki manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut
and Nagasaki counters with a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Nagasaki jabs Tax Payer to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Nagasaki throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Nagasaki just misses with a punch to the body.
Nagasaki slips a jab and a cross from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer moves forwards but Nagasaki connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tax Payer takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the head.
Jab, jab by Nagasaki - just one landing.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Nagasaki blocks it.
Tax Payer walks into a jab.
Tax Payer throws a lazy head kick
and Nagasaki counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Nagasaki strikes.
Nagasaki listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T3#
Nagasaki scores with a nice head shot.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Nagasaki avoids the punch easily.
Nagasaki is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Nagasaki takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tax Payer lands with a good body shot.
Tax Payer throws an overhand right that lands on Nagasaki's shoulder, as Nagasaki tries to avoid the shot.
A little feinted left hand from Nagasaki on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nagasaki on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Nagasaki tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Nagasaki.
The fighters circling - Nagasaki throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nagasaki uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer.
A cross from Tax Payer lands.
Tax Payer throws a series of punches but Nagasaki moves out of range.
Nagasaki throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer connects with an inside leg kick.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Nagasaki avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nagasaki.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer slips under a jab.#TD#
Nagasaki shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Tax Payer napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Nagasaki trying to control the action but Tax Payer is working from the bottom. #T4#
Tax Payer is trying to get back to his feet.
Nagasaki creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nagasaki trying to control the action but Tax Payer is working from the bottom.
Tax Payer is pushing Nagasaki's head away, looking to escape. Nagasaki manages to hold on to the position though.
Nagasaki 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.
Nagasaki looks up at the clock and then as Tax Payer takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Nagasaki smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Tax Payer is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Nagasaki asserts his dominance and retains side control.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB#
Nagasaki looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Yuro Nagasaki will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
A jab from Nagasaki misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nagasaki, as that shot connected.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Nagasaki moved away.
Nagasaki lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tax Payer moves into range and connects with a jab.
Nagasaki throws a right and a left that Tax Payer avoids nicely.
Nagasaki throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Yuro Nagasaki is winning the standup battle so far.
Nagasaki closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tax Payer circles away.
Tax Payer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A telegraphed right hand from Tax Payer misses the target.
Nagasaki throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Nagasaki throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Nagasaki slips a jab from Tax Payer.
Some wild striking there from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tax Payer misses the jab.
Nagasaki connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tax Payer momentarily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nagasaki connects with a leg kick. #T1#
Tax Payer tried to score with a low kick but Nagasaki checks it.
Tax Payer walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Nagasaki checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nagasaki. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Nagasaki avoids it easily.
Nagasaki walks into a left hand.
Tax Payer rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nagasaki moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nagasaki lands a head shot.
Nagasaki displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Nagasaki blocks it.
Nagasaki swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nagasaki ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nagasaki wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tax Payer takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Nagasaki throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Tax Payer appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Tax Payer looks to score with a jab to the body but Nagasaki is just out of range.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nagasaki.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Nagasaki is out of range.
Finnish Tax Payer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nagasaki cracks Tax Payer with an open hand slap.#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!
Tax Payer punishes Nagasaki's body with a nice straight punch.
Nagasaki ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Nagasaki lands a jab to Tax Payer's midsection.
An inside leg kick from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Nagasaki ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Nagasaki misses the jab.
Nagasaki misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer jabs Nagasaki to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer connects with a crisp jab.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nagasaki.
Nagasaki steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer walks into a straight right hand from Nagasaki.
A big right from Nagasaki misses.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Nagasaki fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
It seemed like Tax Payer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3#
Nagasaki misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Nagasaki throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nagasaki throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nagasaki tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Nagasaki.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Nagasaki ducks down to avoid it.
Nagasaki blocks a low kick nicely.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Nagasaki moved out of range.
Nagasaki was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nagasaki throws out the jab.
Nagasaki fails to land the takedown.
Nagasaki misses with a few strikes there.
Nagasaki's corner calls for a 1-2. Nagasaki obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A shot to the liver by Tax Payer. Beautiful body shot.#T4#
Tax Payer throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nagasaki tries to counter with a takedown but Tax Payer is quick to defend against it.
Nagasaki keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nagasaki misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A big right from Nagasaki misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tax Payer 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 Nagasaki has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Nagasaki and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tax Payer blocks a head kick by Nagasaki.
Nagasaki slips under a jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tax Payer connects with a body shot that sends Nagasaki's belly button to the back.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tax Payer.
Nagasaki throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Nagasaki to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer throws a shot to the body.
Tax Payer throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Nagasaki steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Finnish Tax Payer 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Nagasaki. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
A telegraphed right hand from Tax Payer misses the target.
Nagasaki slips under a jab.
A little feinted left hand from Nagasaki on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nagasaki takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nagasaki throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Nagasaki scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nagasaki uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Nagasaki lands a nice looking body shot.
Nagasaki throws a head kick that misses.
Tax Payer lands the left hand.
Nagasaki scores with a shot to the body.
Tax Payer throws a right hand that misses
and Nagasaki counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tax Payer works the jab nicely.
Nagasaki just misses with a punch to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nagasaki moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the jaw.
Nagasaki uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tax Payer.#T1#
Nagasaki lands with an overhand left.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nagasaki misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tax Payer finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Nagasaki misses with a straight left.
Nagasaki misses with a wild body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tax Payer! But no joy.
Nagasaki throws a big shot that misses.
Nagasaki moves out of range of the leg kick from Tax Payer.
Nagasaki throws a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head but Tax Payer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Nagasaki sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Nagasaki swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
Nagasaki moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tax Payer cracks Nagasaki with a right hand to the side of the head.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tax Payer.
A jab from Tax Payer misses. #T2#
Nagasaki throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nagasaki misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer looks to score with a jab to the body but Nagasaki is just out of range.
Nagasaki just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer tries to score with a low kick but Nagasaki moves his leg out of the way.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Nagasaki saw that one coming.
Nagasaki is looking to counter punch.
Nagasaki keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tax Payer tried to score with a low kick but Nagasaki checks it.
Nagasaki connects with a solid leg kick.
Tax Payer scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Nagasaki misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer cracks Nagasaki with an open hand slap.
Tax Payer cracks Nagasaki with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nagasaki throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nagasaki.
A little feinted left hand from Nagasaki on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nagasaki cracks Tax Payer with a right hand to the side of the head.#T3#
Tax Payer scores with a jab. Nagasaki acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A big right from Tax Payer misses.
Nagasaki on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tax Payer. Tax Payer obviously looking to wear him down. #TD#
Nagasaki shoots in and bounces Tax Payer off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Nagasaki stops Tax Payer from standing up. #ES2#
Tax Payer kicks Nagasaki off and gets to his feet.
Tax Payer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nagasaki takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tax Payer lands an overhand right.
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!
Tax Payer avoids the head kick by Nagasaki.
Tax Payer scores with a hook.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T4#
Nagasaki slips under a jab.
Nagasaki slips under a jab.
Nagasaki shoots in for a double leg but Tax Payer sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nagasaki throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tax Payer thumps Nagasaki with a low kick.
Tax Payer chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Nagasaki down with leg kicks.
Nagasaki rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tax Payer counters with an inside leg kick.
Nagasaki with a poor takedown
and Tax Payer counters with a nice body shot.
Tax Payer tests Nagasaki's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nagasaki walks into a jab.
Nagasaki throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
Tax Payer ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Finnish Tax Payer comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tax Payer 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 Paul Tew scores the fight for Finnish Tax Payer!
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight for Finnish Tax Payer!
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight for Yuro Nagasaki!

Finnish Tax Payer wins by split decision!
After winning the bout, Finnish Tax Payer thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Yuro Nagasaki stepped up to the mic, saying 'ç§ã¯ä¸–ç•Œã§æœ€é«˜ã§ã™'.

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

#R1#
Ho Joy throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ho Joy seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Ho Joy blocks it.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ho Joy moves out of range of the strikes.
Ho Joy looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
A clash of legs there as Tax Payer blocks the low kick.
Tax Payer blocks a head kick by Ho Joy.
Ho Joy lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tax Payer's sensitive parts.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ho Joy misses with a left hand
and Tax Payer counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Ho Joy slips under a jab.
Ho Joy tests Tax Payer's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
The fighters circling - Tax Payer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ho Joy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer walks into a stiff left hand from Ho Joy.
Tax Payer tries to clinch up.
Nice defenses there by Ho Joy.
Tax Payer jabs Ho Joy right on the nose. Ho Joy blinks but takes it well.
Tax Payer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ho Joy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ho Joy throwing a counter right hand but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Ho Joy lands a jab to the head. #T2#
Ho Joy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ho Joy lands a leg kick that knocks Tax Payer off balance momentarily.
Ho Joy throws a head kick but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer lands a right hook to the body.
Ho Joy pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The fighters circle momentarily. Tax Payer darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Tax Payer throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Tax Payer misses with a hook
and Ho Joy counters with a slapping leg kick. #KD2#
Tax Payer drops Ho Joy with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Ho Joy looks back up at him and smiles so Tax Payer waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC2#Ho Joy is rocked!
A nice inside leg kick there by Ho Joy. That's going to slow Tax Payer down.
A nice leg kick from Ho Joy, right into the meat of the thigh.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut
and Ho Joy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ho Joy.#T4#
Ho Joy throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Tax Payer counter with a right hand.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Ho Joy was well out of range.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick
and Ho Joy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Ho Joy avoids the punch easily.
Ho Joy thinks about countering with a head kick.
Ho Joy throws a sloppy head kick
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut. #KD2#
Tax Payer lands a big right hand that sends Ho Joy crashing to the mat! Tax Payer stays standing though and waves Ho Joy back to his feet!
Oh Ho Joy is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CL2#
Tax Payer clinches with his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that round.
That's time! Ho Joy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Ho Joy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tax Payer.
Ho Joy seems to have got his legs back now.
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Ho Joy.
Ho Joy misses with a hook to the body
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer with a jab.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tax Payer checks a leg kick. #T1##KD2#
Tax Payer feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Ho Joy sprawling to the canvas! Ho Joy rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Tax Payer finish him?!
Ho Joy misses with a hook
and Tax Payer counters with a big left hand that crumples Ho Joy! He was out before he hit the floor! Brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Finnish Tax Payer!
A victorious Finnish Tax Payer thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Do Ho Joy had this to say: 'Thats it for me. Thank you all!'.

Event: SFL 137 | Aloha
Date: Feb 09, 2022

#R1#
Gavin lands a glancing blow to the side of Tax Payer's head.
Gavin misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Gavin's head but Gavin sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gavin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer 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.
Gavin finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tax Payer checks the leg kick.
Tax Payer is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Gavin throws a leg kick but Tax Payer moved away.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gavin lands with a kick to the ribs.
Gavin looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Gavin lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Gavin buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gavin misses with a body shot.
Gavin scoring well with a low kick there.
Gavin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Gavin throws a poor cross that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Gavin scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Gavin connects with a leg kick.
Gavin looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
Gavin ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Gavin ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Gavin.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gavin.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Gavin.
Gavin misses with a low kick.
Gavin scores with the left hand. Tax Payer knows he should have avoided that one. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gavin tries to clinch there but Tax Payer circles away.
Tax Payer with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Gavin to score with a decent uppercut.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A jab from Gavin finds it's way through Tax Payer's defenses.
Gavin scoring well with a low kick there.
Gavin misses with a low kick as Tax Payer jumps back.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the leg kick from Gavin.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tax Payer! But no joy.
Tax Payer takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tax Payer checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A low kick from Gavin misses
and Tax Payer counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tommy Gavin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tax Payer thuds his right hand into Gavin's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Gavin misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Tax Payer throws out a counter right but Gavin avoids it with no problem.
Gavin misses with a low kick.
Nice shot by Gavin.#T3#
Gavin throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
Tax Payer moves forwards but Gavin connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tax Payer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Gavin doesn't seem bothered though.
Gavin misses with a hook
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Gavin misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Nice shot by Gavin.
Gavin throws out a powerful jab.
Gavin moves forwards but Tax Payer connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Gavin blocks a low kick nicely.
Tax Payer tries to work over Gavin's front leg with a kick but Gavin checks it.
Gavin cracks Tax Payer with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Gavin listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice defenses there by Gavin.
Gavin looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A slow jab from Gavin misses its intended target. #T4#
Gavin fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a looping left.
Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Gavin missing with a left hand there. Tax Payer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tax Payer counters with a body kick.
Gavin shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Gavin displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Gavin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Gavin moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromTax Payer.
Gavin tries to land a leg kick but Tax Payer saw it coming and moves away.
Gavin misses with a looping right.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gavin throws out the jab.
Gavin throws a predictable looking body shot #KD2#
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp one two that drops Gavin! Tax Payer thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Gavin to his feet! Gavin is in big trouble!#ROC2#Gavin is rocked!
Tax Payer ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Gavin's jaw. Gavin's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Tax Payer does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Finnish Tax Payer!
Finnish Tax Payer decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SFL 131 | Bangin vs Smart
Date: Jan 19, 2022

#R1#
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tosen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tosen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Tosen is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tosen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A punch combination from Tax Payer misses.
Tosen let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tosen with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tosen lands a nice hook to Tax Payer's body. Tax Payer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tosen wants to land a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tosen swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range. #T1#
Tax Payer throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Tosen to counter with a crisp jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Tosen misses the target.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tax Payer lands with a slapping head kick.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tosen's head backwards.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tosen moves away.
Tax Payer throws out a loose jab but Tosen uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Tosen takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Tosen.
Tax Payer connects with a jab.
Tosen cracks Tax Payer with a good jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer takes a swing at Tosen's ribcage but misses.
Tosen misses with a straight left.
Tosen misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer tries to score with a low kick but Tosen moves his leg out of the way.#T3#
Tax Payer darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tosen takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tosen.
Tax Payer seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Tosen ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a kick to the body.
Tosen throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tosen swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range. #T4#
Tosen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tax Payer will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Tosen moves away and avoids it.
Tosen throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tosen throws a lazy uppercut
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that round.
That's time! Tax Payer's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Tosen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mama Tosen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tosen walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Tosen throws a chopping leg kick but Tax Payer manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Crunch! Tax Payer slams his shin into Tosen's torso.
Tax Payer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tosen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tosen tries to land a leg kick but Tax Payer saw it coming and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tosen stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tax Payer cracks Tosen with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T1#
Good leg kick by Tax Payer.
Tosen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tax Payer connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tosen misses the shot to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Tax Payer misses the target.
Tosen misses with a lunging right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a left to the body.
Tax Payer changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tosen can do to turn this around?
Tosen misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#T2#
Tax Payer looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tosen misses with a lunging right hand #KD#
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp one two that drops Tosen! Tax Payer thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Tosen to his feet! Tosen is in big trouble!#ROC#Tosen is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Tosen pushes Tax Payer up against the cage in a clinch.
Tosen misses with a body punch.
Tosen tries to land knees in the clinch but Tax Payer avoids the damage to the body.
Tax Payer tries to work over Tosen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tosen with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #BC#
Tax Payer breaks from the clinch.
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
and Tosen counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tax Payer thinking.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T3#
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tosen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Tosen avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
Tosen connects with a body shot.
Tosen scores with a jab.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Tosen ducks down to avoid it.
Tosen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T4#
Tosen misses with a looping right.
It looked like Tax Payer was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tosen momentarily.
Tax Payer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A lazy left from Tax Payer finds it's target.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
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 Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tosen comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Tosen misses the target.
It looked like Tax Payer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Tosen to counter with a crisp jab.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tosen.
Tax Payer catches Tosen with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tax Payer throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tosen. #T1#
A nice leg kick from Tosen, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer throws a right and a left that Tosen avoids nicely.
Tosen loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
A jab from Tosen does it's job there.
Tosen misses with a straight right.
Tosen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Tax Payer cracks Tosen with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T2#
Tosen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer moves forwards but Tosen connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tosen.
Tax Payer throws a shot to the body.
Tosen steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Tax Payer. That one must have hurt.
Finnish Tax Payer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#KD#
Oooooh!!! Tax Payer has knocked Tosen down with a huge combo! Tax Payer steps away and waves a wobbly Tosen back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Tosen is still on wobbly legs! Can Tax Payer finish him?
Tax Payer misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tosen seems to have recovered his senses.
A swing and a miss from Tosen.#T3#
Tax Payer swats away the attempt to clinch by Tosen.
Tax Payer moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tosen.
Tax Payer moves into range and lands a nice body kick. #T4#
Tosen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Tosen.
Tosen punishes Tax Payer's body with a nice straight punch.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tosen throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Tosen slips under a jab.
Tax Payer walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tosen throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a series of strikes. Tosen will be more careful next time no doubt.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Finnish Tax Payer!
Our winner, Finnish Tax Payer, 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: SFL 124 | Thailand vs Finland
Date: Dec 15, 2021

#R1#
Tax Payer lands with an uppercut that bounces Sitsongrit off the cage and back into range.
A shot to the liver by Sitsongrit. Beautiful body shot.
Tax Payer swings away with a body shot that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a solid body kick.
Sitsongrit loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Tax Payer motions for Sitsongrit to come forward. Tax Payer throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Sitsongrit with the inside leg kick.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sitsongrit fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
The crowd cheers as Tax Payer lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sitsongrit doesn't seem phased though.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sitsongrit was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit tried to counter with a leg kick but Tax Payer avoided it.
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit connects with a solid leg kick.
Sitsongrit walks into a straight right hand from Tax Payer.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sitsongrit wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tax Payer lands with a cross.
Sitsongrit misses with a wild body shot.
Sitsongrit looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A cross from Sitsongrit lands.
Tax Payer misses with a looping left.
Sitsongrit gets cracked there but stands up to it. #T1#
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping right.
Sitsongrit lands the left hand.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Sitsongrit lets loose with a powerful body kick. Tax Payer will feel that in the morning.
Tax Payer lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Sitsongrit avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer misses with a hook.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice jab there from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tax Payer in his tracks.
Tax Payer misses with a hook
and Sitsongrit counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tax Payer shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tax Payer throws a body kick that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tax Payer cracks Sitsongrit with an open hand slap.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Sitsongrit ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.#T2#
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Sitsongrit ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer with the inside leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick which misses Sitsongrit's front leg but catches the back leg as Sitsongrit tries to avoid it.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sitsongrit defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Sitsongrit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sitsongrit missing with a left hand there. Tax Payer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A big right from Tax Payer misses.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight right.
Sitsongrit's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tax Payer under the eye.
Sitsongrit 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.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Sitsongrit ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sitsongrit was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit looks to land a body kick but Tax Payer moved away.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Tax Payer. That snapped Sitsongrit's head back.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer. #T3#
Sitsongrit throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Tax Payer lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sitsongrit at a distance.
Tax Payer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sitsongrit counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tax Payer's knee momentarily.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Sitsongrit counters with a straight right hand.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit lands a jab to Tax Payer's midsection.
Tax Payer dips to his left and cracks Sitsongrit with an uppercut!
Sitsongrit blocks a low kick nicely.
Sitsongrit looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tax Payer! But no joy.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit lets loose with a powerful body kick. Tax Payer will feel that in the morning.
Sitsongrit throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer tries to land a body kick
and Sitsongrit counters with a slapping leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A leg kick checked by Sitsongrit.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Sitsongrit does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
and Sitsongrit counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T4#
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Sitsongrit slips the punch.
Sitsongrit lands a nice shot to the body.
Sitsongrit scores with a sloppy right hand. Tax Payer should have avoided that one.
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
A jab from Sitsongrit does it's job there.
An inside leg kick lands from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tax Payer doesn't seem bothered though.
Sitsongrit lands with a nice body kick.
Sitsongrit slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Sitsongrit connects with a single shot there.
Sitsongrit thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Sitsongrit.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sitsongrit takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Sitsongrit on the wrong end of a nice hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sakmongkol Sitsongrit dominated that round.
That's time! Sitsongrit's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Sitsongrit blocks a low kick nicely.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Sitsongrit's head but Sitsongrit sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Good leg kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tax Payer tries a low kick but Sitsongrit avoids it.
It looked like Sitsongrit wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sitsongrit uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sitsongrit was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Sitsongrit backing away here, and Tax Payer unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but Tax Payer moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sitsongrit catches Tax Payer with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
and Sitsongrit counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tax Payer feints and then cracks Sitsongrit's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sitsongrit down.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.#T1#
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but Tax Payer moves out of range easily.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit is winning the standup battle so far.
Tax Payer throws a combination that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sitsongrit connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot.
Sitsongrit displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Sitsongrit steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Tax Payer. That one must have hurt.
Sitsongrit tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tax Payer was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit lands with a good body shot.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer 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.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
Sitsongrit tried to counter with a leg kick but Tax Payer avoided it.
Tax Payer thows a leg kick but Sitsongrit checks it
and Sitsongrit counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sitsongrit connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tax Payer's hands.
Tax Payer misses the body punch
and Sitsongrit cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
A jab from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Sitsongrit ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Sitsongrit slips under a jab.
Sitsongrit is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tax Payer ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sitsongrit takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut
and Sitsongrit counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sitsongrit scores with a body shot.
Sitsongrit buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight right.
Tax Payer lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses.
Good leg kick by Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer lands a nice shot to the body.
A big right from Sitsongrit misses. #T3#
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Sitsongrit on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tax Payer throws a front kick aimed at Sitsongrit's knee but Sitsongrit avoids it well.
Tax Payer bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sitsongrit's head.
Tax Payer misses the jab.
Sitsongrit looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit lands with a shot to the body.
Sitsongrit takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CL#
Sitsongrit has Tax Payer up against the cage in a clinch.
A shot in the inside from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tax Payer tries a body shot but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sitsongrit lands a right hand.
Sitsongrit blocking some punches.
Sitsongrit lands with a short shot to the head. #T4##BC2#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Sitsongrit lands with an overhand left.
A jab from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sitsongrit moves away.
Sitsongrit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit with the inside leg kick.
Tax Payer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sitsongrit keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Sitsongrit scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Sitsongrit scores with a push kick.
Sitsongrit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tax Payer. Tax Payer circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
A clash of legs there as Sitsongrit blocks the low kick.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A big right from Tax Payer misses.
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 Sakmongkol Sitsongrit will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Sitsongrit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
and Sitsongrit counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tax Payer's knee momentarily.
Tax Payer lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sitsongrit's sensitive parts.
Sitsongrit takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tax Payer misses with a looping left.
Sitsongrit swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Sitsongrit throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer connects with a right hand. Sitsongrit shakes it off.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sitsongrit lands a nice shot to the body.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer throws a quick inside leg kick.
Good work by Tax Payer as he checks the leg kick.
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!
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Sitsongrit wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Sitsongrit feints and then cracks Tax Payer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tax Payer down.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but Tax Payer sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tax Payer misses with a lunging right hand
and Sitsongrit counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tax Payer dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Sitsongrit. That did some damage!
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tax Payer only half commits to the counter leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tax Payer doesn't seem bothered though.
Tax Payer takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.
Tax Payer tries to work over Sitsongrit's front leg with a kick but Sitsongrit checks it.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
A nice side step and Tax Payer releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Tax Payer misses with a jab, cross combination.
Sitsongrit looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A jab from Sitsongrit finds it's way through Tax Payer's defenses.
Good shot there by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer cracks Sitsongrit with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sitsongrit throws a quick inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Sitsongrit moves forwards but Tax Payer connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tax Payer shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Sitsongrit eats them both and turns towards Tax Payer to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Tax Payer checks a low kick from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Sitsongrit fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Sitsongrit throws a big shot that misses.
Tax Payer lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sitsongrit's sensitive parts.
Sitsongrit defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sitsongrit cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nice uppercut lands for Tax Payer. That snapped Sitsongrit's head back.
Tax Payer steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sitsongrit. That one must have hurt.
A solid leg kick lands there for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with a sloppy right hand. Tax Payer should have avoided that one.
Sitsongrit jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sitsongrit steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.#T3#
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tax Payer cracks Sitsongrit with an open hand slap.
Tax Payer tries to land a leg kick but Sitsongrit saw it coming and moves away.
Sitsongrit blocks a leg kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Sitsongrit as he connects with a hook.
Tax Payer throws a right and a left that Sitsongrit avoids nicely.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer scores with a body shot.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight left.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head but Tax Payer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sitsongrit showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer tried to score with a low kick but Sitsongrit checks it.
Sitsongrit looks for the body kick but Tax Payer saw that one coming. #T4#
Tax Payer feints and then cracks Sitsongrit's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sitsongrit down.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head but Tax Payer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tax Payer tries to work over Sitsongrit's front leg with a kick but Sitsongrit checks it.
Sitsongrit avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer motions for Sitsongrit to come forward. Tax Payer throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sitsongrit throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
and Sitsongrit counters with a straight right hand.
Sitsongrit uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot.
Sitsongrit ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sitsongrit on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nice shot by Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A left lands for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands a slapping body shot.
Tax Payer throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Sitsongrit on the side of the head.
Sitsongrit walks into a straight right hand from Tax Payer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Finnish Tax Payer just about did enough to take it.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R4#
Sitsongrit tries to close the distance and clinch but Tax Payer swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Tax Payer looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A big left from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer looks to score with a jab to the body but Sitsongrit is just out of range.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Sitsongrit is out of range.
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice defenses there by Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer tries to work over Sitsongrit's front leg with a kick but Sitsongrit checks it.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit throws the kick towards the body but Tax Payer avoids it.
Sitsongrit ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sitsongrit fires out a quick counter leg kick but Tax Payer just manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Sitsongrit ducks down to avoid it.
Sitsongrit connects with a nice looking jab.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab. Tax Payer acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1#
That kick from Sitsongrit tenderised Tax Payer's leg. Tax Payer is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tax Payer jabs Sitsongrit right on the nose. Sitsongrit blinks but takes it well.
A jab from Tax Payer finds it's way through Sitsongrit's defenses.
A punch lands to the side of Sitsongrit 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sitsongrit catches Tax Payer with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A nice leg kick from Sitsongrit, right into the meat of the thigh.
Crunch! Sitsongrit slams his shin into Tax Payer's torso.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sitsongrit there as he acknowledges the shot.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Sitsongrit moved out of range.
Sitsongrit fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer connects with a nice looking jab.
Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer 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.
Nice uppercut lands for Tax Payer. That snapped Sitsongrit's head back.
Tax Payer scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T2#
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Sitsongrit ducked under it nicely.
Decent striking displayed by Sitsongrit there.
Sitsongrit uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit connects with a right hand. Tax Payer shakes it off.
Sitsongrit moves out of range as Tax Payer throws a body kick.
Donk. Tax Payer catches Sitsongrit right on the button with a cross.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot.
Sitsongrit on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Sitsongrit misses the shot to the body.
Sitsongrit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Sitsongrit throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Sitsongrit throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Sitsongrit ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sitsongrit counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Sitsongrit checks it.
Sitsongrit throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Tax Payer digs a good hook to Sitsongrit's body.
Tax Payer throws an overhand right that lands on Sitsongrit's shoulder, as Sitsongrit tries to avoid the shot.
Sitsongrit connects with an inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Sitsongrit throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Sitsongrit slips the punch.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Tax Payer takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nice shot lands for Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer scores with a punch to the head.
Sitsongrit avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sitsongrit scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Tax Payer darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sitsongrit steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T4#
Sitsongrit looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sitsongrit pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sitsongrit works Tax Payer's body with a nice hook.
Sitsongrit displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A bone on bone clash there as Sitsongrit blocks the leg kick.
Tax Payer lands with a cross.
Tax Payer throws a nice inside leg kick.
The fighters circling - Sitsongrit throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sitsongrit's head backwards.
An inside leg kick lands from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit throws a good cross that connects.
A low kick from Tax Payer is predictable there
and Sitsongrit counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tax Payer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sitsongrit counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer throws a low kick, looking for Sitsongrit's leg but Sitsongrit calmly moves out of range.
Sitsongrit 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Tax Payer moves into range and connects with a jab.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Sitsongrit ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Sitsongrit avoids it easily.
Tax Payer lands a right hook to the body.
Sitsongrit dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tax Payer scores with a hook to the body. Sitsongrit takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping right.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer connects with a body shot.
Sitsongrit lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A decent looking cross lands there for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit slips under a jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer looks for the body kick but Sitsongrit saw that one coming.
Sitsongrit slips a jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tax Payer throws a good cross that connects. #T1#
Sitsongrit on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tax Payer. Tax Payer obviously looking to wear him down.
Sitsongrit connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer throws a right hand that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a left to the body.
Sitsongrit lands a nice hook to Tax Payer's body. Tax Payer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Sitsongrit counter with a right hand.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sitsongrit momentarily.
Tax Payer misses with a hook
and Sitsongrit counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick that misses.
Sitsongrit changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.#T2#
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tax Payer throws a push kick but Sitsongrit slaps the foot to one side.
Sitsongrit moves out of range of the strikes.
Tax Payer takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
A little jabbing left from Tax Payer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tax Payer attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Tax Payer lands with an overhand left.
Tax Payer connects with an inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Sitsongrit avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer tried to score with a low kick but Sitsongrit checks it.
Sitsongrit is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit connects with a jab.
Tax Payer dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Sitsongrit. That did some damage!
Sitsongrit digs a good hook to Tax Payer's body.
Tax Payer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T3#
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tax Payer blocks a low kick nicely.
Tax Payer checks the leg kick nicely there.
Sitsongrit checks a leg kick nicely.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking body shot.
Tax Payer with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sitsongrit to score with a decent uppercut.
Sitsongrit looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer misses the jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer misses with a body kick.
Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tax Payer.#T4#
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a lunging right hand
and Sitsongrit counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Sitsongrit moves away and avoids it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Sitsongrit backing away here, and Tax Payer unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Sitsongrit takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A bone on bone clash there as Tax Payer blocks the leg kick.
Tax Payer scores with a hook.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Tax Payer doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Sitsongrit avoids it easily.
Tax Payer misses with a lunging right hand
and Sitsongrit counters with a right hand to the body.
Sitsongrit lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.

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 Sakmongkol Sitsongrit.
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 James Atkins scores the fight 49:47
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 48:48
Judge William Gold scores the fight 49:47

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Sakmongkol Sitsongrit!
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit retains his featherweight title!
A relieved looking Sakmongkol 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: SFL 117 | Finnish Tax Season
Date: Nov 21, 2021

#R1#
Sitsongrit looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Sitsongrit throws a predictable looking body shot
and Tax Payer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Sakmongkol Sitsongrit has been cut.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight right.
Sitsongrit ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sitsongrit appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sitsongrit scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight right.
It looked like Tax Payer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sitsongrit connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Sitsongrit with the inside leg kick.
Tax Payer with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sitsongrit to score with a decent uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sitsongrit throws out the jab.
Tax Payer is looking for a counter combo.
Tax Payer takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook.
Sitsongrit throws a good cross that connects. #T1#
Sitsongrit slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit works the jab nicely.
Sitsongrit fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tax Payer checks it well.
Tax Payer throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
Tax Payer takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nice uppercut there from Sitsongrit.
Nice defenses there by Sitsongrit.
A nice side step and Sitsongrit releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sitsongrit misses with a body kick.
Tax Payer is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
A quick step to the side and Tax Payer tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Sitsongrit throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
Tax Payer throws a quick counter kick to the body but Sitsongrit avoids it.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
It appears Tax Payer was looking to counter with a kick there.#T2#
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer lands with a nice body punch.
Sitsongrit misses with a body kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sitsongrit connects with a solid leg kick.
A left lands for Tax Payer.
Jab from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit punishes Tax Payer's body with a nice straight punch.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Sitsongrit was well out of range.
Sitsongrit misses with a wild body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sitsongrit needs to keep his hands up - Tax Payer had a free shot at his head there.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Sitsongrit slips the punch.
Sitsongrit thinks about the counter body kick.#T3#
Sitsongrit fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Sitsongrit looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit lands with a nice body punch.
Sitsongrit pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tax Payer throws a quick counter kick to the body but Sitsongrit avoids it.
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking body shot.
Sitsongrit lands a nice shot that snaps Tax Payer's head back.
Sitsongrit throws an off balance right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A head kick misses from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit throws out a counter right but Tax Payer avoids it with no problem.
Tax Payer slips under a jab from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
A jab from Sitsongrit does it's job there.#T4#
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick
and Tax Payer counters with a two punch combo.
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!
Tax Payer slips a jab from Sitsongrit.
A jab from Sitsongrit misses.
Sitsongrit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Sitsongrit lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tax Payer throws a one two combo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sakmongkol Sitsongrit dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sakmongkol Sitsongrit's cut.
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#
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Sitsongrit moved out of range nicely.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sitsongrit, as that shot connected.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tax Payer takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sitsongrit connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Sitsongrit throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
And Tax Payer counters with a quick kick to the body but Sitsongrit blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit cracks Tax Payer with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sitsongrit moves away.#T1#
Tax Payer lands the left hand.
Sitsongrit ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Sitsongrit scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tax Payer in his tracks.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
It appears Tax Payer was looking to counter with a kick there.
Sitsongrit misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
Tax Payer quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tax Payer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Sitsongrit works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T2#
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
An attempted straight right counter from Tax Payer misses the target.
Tax Payer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sitsongrit throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A lazy left from Sitsongrit finds it's target.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit walks into a left hand. #CUT#That has opened up Sakmongkol Sitsongrit's cut even more.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the body
and Tax Payer counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice uppercut lands for Sitsongrit. That snapped Tax Payer's head back.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
It seemed like Sitsongrit was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Tax Payer lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Sitsongrit has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice head shot.
Tax Payer fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sitsongrit looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Tax Payer misses the target.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sitsongrit throws out the jab.
Sitsongrit listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Tax Payer might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but Tax Payer moved away.
Sitsongrit moves to clinch but Tax Payer breaks away
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#The cut above Sakmongkol Sitsongrit's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
A telegraphed right hand from Sitsongrit misses the target. #T4#
Sitsongrit misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Sitsongrit throws a right hand that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a stiff right hand.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick
letting Tax Payer counter with a right hand.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tax Payer checks it well.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
Sitsongrit tries a quick counter leg kick but Tax Payer is wise to it.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer takes a shot right to the bread basket.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sakmongkol Sitsongrit showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sakmongkol Sitsongrit's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Sitsongrit has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sitsongrit there as he acknowledges the shot.
Sitsongrit throws a big shot that misses.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer drops his hands momentarily and Sitsongrit takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Sitsongrit throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
It appears Tax Payer was looking to counter with a kick there.
Sitsongrit looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Sitsongrit thuds a left hand into Tax Payer's body.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Sitsongrit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Sitsongrit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A decent looking cross lands there for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tax Payer looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping right.
And Tax Payer counters with a quick kick to the body but Sitsongrit blocks it.#T1#
Sitsongrit misses with a straight left.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but Tax Payer moves out of range easily.
Sitsongrit connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tax Payer's hands.
Sitsongrit lands a nice shot to the body.
Sitsongrit wants to land a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sitsongrit darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tax Payer blocks a low kick nicely.
A punch lands to the side of Tax Payer 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sitsongrit cracks Tax Payer with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.#T2#
Tax Payer drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sitsongrit throws out the jab.
It looked like Tax Payer was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Sitsongrit displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sitsongrit misses with a straight left.
It looked like Tax Payer was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer misses with a body kick.
A little jabbing left from Sitsongrit on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tax Payer checks the leg kick.
Tax Payer slips under a jab from Sitsongrit.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Tax Payer crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Sitsongrit - the referee stops the clock and Tax Payer gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Sitsongrit. Tax Payer manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Sitsongrit slips a jab from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range. #T3#
Tax Payer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Some bone on bone action there as Tax Payer checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tax Payer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Sitsongrit throws a body kick.
Sitsongrit looks to land a body kick but Tax Payer moved away.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Sitsongrit ducked under it nicely.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sitsongrit darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Sitsongrit throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sitsongrit throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tax Payer sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Sitsongrit tries to work over Tax Payer's front leg with a kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Tax Payer went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Sitsongrit stuns Tax Payer with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit swings away with a body shot that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sitsongrit thows a leg kick but Tax Payer checks it
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit throws out a powerful jab.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Sitsongrit throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
A cross from Sitsongrit lands.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sakmongkol Sitsongrit really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sakmongkol Sitsongrit's cut.
That's time! Tax Payer's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit with a nice cross.
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit cracks Tax Payer with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Sitsongrit listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Sitsongrit throws a half hearted mid kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Tax Payer misses the target.
Tax Payer will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tax Payer defending well as Sitsongrit loads up on a big left hand.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Sitsongrit defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab to the head.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but Tax Payer sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tax Payer stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick which misses Tax Payer's front leg but catches the back leg as Tax Payer tries to avoid it.
Sitsongrit lands with a good body shot.
Tax Payer is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick.
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Tax Payer chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sitsongrit can pounce on him.
Nice uppercut lands for Sitsongrit. That snapped Tax Payer's head back. #T2#
Tax Payer takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sitsongrit throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sitsongrit. Sitsongrit obviously looking to wear him down.
Sitsongrit slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sitsongrit scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Sitsongrit lands a right hook to the body.
Sitsongrit connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Tax Payer counters with a straight right hand.
Sitsongrit misses with a leg kick.
Tax Payer quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T3#
Tax Payer will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Sitsongrit moved out of range nicely.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head but Tax Payer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tax Payer takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Sitsongrit scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sitsongrit looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.#T4#
Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws an off balance right hand
letting Tax Payer counter with a right hand.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that Sitsongrit semi-blocks.
Sitsongrit throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looked like Tax Payer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sitsongrit moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sitsongrit throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer tries to bum rush Sitsongrit with a series of wild strikes but Sitsongrit uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit scores with a push kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sakmongkol Sitsongrit dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Sakmongkol Sitsongrit's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Sitsongrit looks for the body kick but Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Finnish Tax Payer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sitsongrit fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Tax Payer misses the target.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
Sitsongrit flicks out a counter leg kick but Tax Payer steps away.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Sitsongrit scores with a punch to the head.
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sitsongrit takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
That kick from Sitsongrit tenderised Tax Payer's leg. Tax Payer is trying to keep his angry face on.#T1#
Sitsongrit lands with a good body shot.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sitsongrit takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tax Payer chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sitsongrit can pounce on him.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick which misses Tax Payer's front leg but catches the back leg as Tax Payer tries to avoid it.
Tax Payer checks a leg kick nicely.
Sitsongrit stuns Tax Payer with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tax Payer misses with an attempted mid kick.
Sitsongrit turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer misses with a few strikes there.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tax Payer, as that shot connected. #T2#
Sitsongrit connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tax Payer takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sitsongrit cracks Tax Payer with a good jab.
Tax Payer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sitsongrit sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tax Payer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit cracks Tax Payer with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit cracks Tax Payer with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Tax Payer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tax Payer looks to score with a jab to the body but Sitsongrit is just out of range.
Tax Payer moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tax Payer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sitsongrit sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
Sitsongrit thows a left - swing and a miss!
A solid leg kick lands there for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit cracks Tax Payer with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tax Payer is able to avoid easily.
Sitsongrit lands a jab to Tax Payer's midsection.
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 Tax Payer has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tax Payer and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Sitsongrit paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer is looking for a counter combo.
A jab lands there for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A punch combination from Tax Payer misses. #T4#
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tax Payer is able to avoid easily.
Sitsongrit walks into a jab.
Sitsongrit takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice leg kick from Sitsongrit, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromTax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Sitsongrit saw that one coming.
Sitsongrit uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Sitsongrit 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 Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 45:50
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 45:50
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sakmongkol Sitsongrit!
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit is the new featherweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Sakmongkol Sitsongrit thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

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

#R1#
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sitsongrit sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick
and Sitsongrit takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Sitsongrit is out of range.
Sitsongrit scores with a decent looking hook.
Sitsongrit's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tax Payer under the eye.
Sitsongrit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Sitsongrit.
It seemed like Tax Payer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A jab from Sitsongrit misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tax Payer's coach down at FF Forever was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Tax Payer's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Tax Payer drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Sitsongrit throws a body kick.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Good standup being displayed there by Tax Payer as he connects with a hook.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
Good exchange - Sitsongrit coming out on top.
Tax Payer stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with a hook.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Sitsongrit avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sitsongrit listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot.
Tax Payer misses with a two punch combination.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.#CL#
Sitsongrit has taken the fight to the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer tries to throw a body punch but Sitsongrit avoids it by throwing Tax Payer back against the cage.
Tax Payer lands with a right to the head. #T2##BC2#
Tax Payer manages to break the clinch.
Sitsongrit fakes the leg kick and cracks Tax Payer in the body.
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking body shot.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but Sitsongrit avoids it.
As Tax Payer backs away, Sitsongrit returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Sitsongrit misses with a lunging right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a left to the body.
A lazy left from Sitsongrit finds it's target.
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer throws out a counter right but Sitsongrit avoids it with no problem.
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromTax Payer.
Sitsongrit fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tax Payer tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit connects with a jab.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.#T3#
The fighters circle momentarily. Tax Payer darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Sitsongrit thows a leg kick but Tax Payer checks it
and Tax Payer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A jab from Sitsongrit misses.
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Sitsongrit slips the punch.
Donk. Sitsongrit catches Tax Payer right on the button with a cross.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit swings widly with a right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Sakmongkol Sitsongrit has been cut.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice strike.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer flicks out a counter leg kick but Sitsongrit steps away.
Sitsongrit lunges at Tax Payer with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tax Payer's hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sitsongrit scoring well with a low kick there. #T4#
Tax Payer throws a poor cross that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a good low kick that Tax Payer was not able to check.
Sitsongrit lands a really nice looking cross but Tax Payer seems unphased.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Sitsongrit cracks Tax Payer with an open hand slap.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sitsongrit was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sitsongrit connects with a right hand. Tax Payer shakes it off.
Sitsongrit is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A telegraphed right hand from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Tax Payer throws a counter combo.
Sitsongrit sizes up Tax Payer with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sakmongkol Sitsongrit dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sakmongkol Sitsongrit's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Sitsongrit wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice body kick.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Sitsongrit connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sitsongrit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tax Payer can do to turn this around?
Sitsongrit loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Sitsongrit smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Sitsongrit throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tax Payer stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tax Payer takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sitsongrit pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tax Payer tries a quick counter leg kick but Sitsongrit is wise to it.
A big right from Sitsongrit misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sitsongrit loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.#T1#
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.
Tax Payer doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Sitsongrit connects with a single shot there.
Tax Payer stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sitsongrit.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tax Payer throws a low kick, looking for Sitsongrit's leg but Sitsongrit calmly moves out of range.
Tax Payer's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sitsongrit fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tax Payer.
Tax Payer takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer checks a low kick from Sitsongrit.
An inside leg kick lands from Sitsongrit.
Tax Payer takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Sitsongrit lands with a hook. Tax Payer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T2#
Sitsongrit with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tax Payer throws a nice outside leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit swings widly with a right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Sitsongrit throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit misses the shot to the body.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.
A low kick from Sitsongrit is predictable there
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut.
Sitsongrit staying out of range there.#T3#
Tax Payer misses the jab.
A big right from Sitsongrit misses.
Tax Payer feints a counter leg kick.
Tax Payer misses with a straight right.
Tax Payer misses with a right hand
and Sitsongrit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tax Payer takes one on the button.
Sitsongrit with a jab.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sakmongkol Sitsongrit is winning the standup battle so far.
Good leg kick by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit thows a leg kick but Tax Payer checks it
and Tax Payer counters with a straight right hand.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Sitsongrit ducks down to avoid it.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Sitsongrit scoring well with a low kick there.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sitsongrit, as that shot connected. #T4#
Sitsongrit plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sitsongrit throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Sitsongrit tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer throws a counter combo.
Tax Payer takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Sitsongrit avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer motions for Sitsongrit to come forward. Tax Payer throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sitsongrit darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tax Payer takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Sitsongrit fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tax Payer looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A cross from Sitsongrit lands.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sakmongkol Sitsongrit dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sakmongkol Sitsongrit's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
A jab from Sitsongrit finds it's way through Tax Payer's defenses.
Sitsongrit closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A nice inside leg kick there by Sitsongrit. That's going to slow Tax Payer down.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.
Sitsongrit throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight left.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
A countering left hand to the body from Tax Payer misses.
Sitsongrit feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tax Payers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A big right from Tax Payer misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tax Payer throws a low kick, looking for Sitsongrit's leg but Sitsongrit calmly moves out of range.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
Sitsongrit cracks Tax Payer with a right hand to the side of the head.#T1#
Sitsongrit misses with a straight right.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Sitsongrit tests Tax Payer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Sitsongrit lands with a straight right. Tax Payer didn't see that one coming.
Sitsongrit looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Tax Payer appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tax Payer moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Sitsongrit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a big counter head kick but Sitsongrit avoids it with no problem.
Jab from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit cracks Tax Payer with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sitsongrit looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
The fighters circling - Sitsongrit throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T2#
Sitsongrit lands a nice hook to Tax Payer's body. Tax Payer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A jab lands there for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a right hook to the body.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick that is checked
and Sitsongrit takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sitsongrit lands with an overhand left.
Tax Payer takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Sitsongrit takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tax Payer looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Sitsongrit throws a poor cross that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A jab from Sitsongrit misses. #T3#
A punch lands to the side of Tax Payer 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sitsongrit works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Tax Payer working aggressively here.
Tax Payer has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tax Payer lands a right hand.
Tax Payer pushes Sitsongrit back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tax Payer misses with the head strike.
A short right from Tax Payer. #BC2#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch.
Sitsongrit misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Sitsongrit takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That kick from Tax Payer tenderised Sitsongrit's leg. Sitsongrit is trying to keep his angry face on.
Sitsongrit throws a right hand that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a nice body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A clash of legs there as Tax Payer blocks the low kick.
Sitsongrit moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromTax Payer.
Sitsongrit rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tax Payer counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the body
letting Tax Payer counter with a right hand.
Sitsongrit misses with a right hand
and Sitsongrit takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#Sitsongrit is rocked!#CUT2#Sakmongkol Sitsongrit's cut is getting worse.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice body kick.
Oh Sitsongrit is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tax Payer moves out of range of the body kick from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit seems to have got his legs back now.
Sitsongrit scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tax Payer lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Sitsongrit backs up against the cage.
Tax Payer throws a monster overhand right that drops Sitsongrit! Tax Payer follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Finnish Tax Payer!
Finnish Tax Payer is the new featherweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Finnish Tax Payer thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

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

#R1#
Gavin slips under a jab from Tax Payer.
Sloppy strikes from Tax Payer. Those never looked like landing.
Tax Payer scores with a punch to the head.
Tax Payer connects with a jab.
Tax Payer with a jab.
Gavin doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tax Payer changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Gavin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Gavin avoids a punch combination nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Gavin misses the target.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
Gavin was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Gavin takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Gavin.
It seemed like Tax Payer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut
and Gavin counters with a head kick.
Tax Payer keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #T1#
Gavin shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Gavin looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick as Gavin jumps back.
Gavin takes one on the button.
Gavin moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Gavin staying out of range there.
Tax Payer swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses
and Gavin counters with a right hand to the body.
Tax Payer misses with a hook
and Gavin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Gavin moved out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Gavin on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A big right from Tax Payer misses.
As Tax Payer looks to move away, Gavin throws a big counter combo but Tax Payer just gets out of the way.
Gavin moves into range and connects with a jab.
Tax Payer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gavin sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tax Payer misses with a shot to the body
and Gavin counters with a straight right hand.#ROC#Tax Payer is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gavin slips under a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Gavin misses the target.#T2#
A big left from Gavin misses.
Tax Payer scores with a shot to the body.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Gavin's head backwards.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
A punch lands to the side of Gavin 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Gavin down with leg kicks.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Gavin's head but Gavin sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gavin appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Tax Payer will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Gavin counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tax Payer thinking.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Gavin had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Gavin blocks it.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Gavin moved out of range.
Gavin swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer digs a good hook to Gavin's body. #T3#
Tax Payer fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A jab from Gavin misses.
Gavin slips under a jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
Tax Payer stuns Gavin with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tax Payer looks to score with a jab to the body but Gavin is just out of range.
Tax Payer fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Gavin on the side of the head.
Gavin has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tax Payer finds it's way round the side to connect with Gavin's head.
Tax Payer slips under a jab from Gavin.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Gavin moves away and avoids it.
Tax Payer misses with a hook to the body
enabling Gavin to counter with a crisp jab.
Gavin dips to his left and cracks Tax Payer with an uppercut!
Tax Payer scores with a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer tests Gavin's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T4#
Tax Payer throws a lazy right hand but Gavin sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut
and Gavin counters with a nice body shot.
Tax Payer lands a body shot.
A head kick by Tax Payer misses
letting Gavin counter with a right hand.
Gavin slips under a jab.
Tax Payer throws a chopping leg kick but Gavin manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
Gavin walks into a jab.
Gavin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer.
It looked like Gavin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Gavin displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Gavin is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Gavin scores with a jab. Tax Payer acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gavin.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer 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#
Gavin throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Tax Payer's head.
Gavin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tax Payer misses with a lunging right hand
and Gavin counters with a nice uppercut.
Gavin slips a jab from Tax Payer.
Gavin was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer connects with a body shot.
Tax Payer swinging wildly here.
Gavin is looking to counter punch.
Tax Payer throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick that is checked
and Gavin counters with a straight right hand.
Tax Payer is still on wobbly legs! Can Gavin finish him?
Tax Payer connects with the punch.
Tax Payer seems to have recovered his senses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#KD#
Gavin cracks Tax Payer with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Gavin has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Tax Payer to stand back up!
Gavin doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tax Payer scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T1#
Tax Payer cracks Gavin with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Gavin avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
Gavin is looking to counter punch.
Nice defenses there by Tax Payer.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tax Payer 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.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut #KD#
and Gavin counters with a crisp right hand that drops Tax Payer! Gavin lets Tax Payer back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gavin misses with a straight right.
Gavin 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.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick that knocks Gavin off balance momentarily.#KD#
Gavin feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Tax Payer sprawling to the canvas! Tax Payer rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Gavin finish him?!
Tax Payer ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Gavin down with leg kicks.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Gavin.#T2#
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gavin.
Gavin takes one to the side of the head.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Gavin misses with a straight right.
Tax Payer let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Gavin throws a shot from downtown. Tax Payer moves away and avoids it.
It seemed like Tax Payer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tax Payer misses with a right hand
and Gavin counters with a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer throws a series of punches but Gavin avoids them all with ease.
Gavin has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tax Payer finds it's way round the side to connect with Gavin's head.
Tax Payer connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Gavin momentarily. #ROC2#Gavin is rocked!
Tax Payer cracks Gavin with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Gavin falls to his knees and Tax Payer doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Finnish Tax Payer!
After winning the bout, Finnish Tax Payer thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: SFL 96 | Powerful Auspices
Date: Aug 29, 2021

#R1#
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the head. #CUT#It looks like Nacho Varga has been cut.
Varga is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Tax Payer sizes up Varga with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #ROC#Varga is rocked!
Varga moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Varga is still on wobbly legs! Can Tax Payer finish him?
Varga avoids the head kick by Tax Payer.
Varga throws out a counter right but Tax Payer avoids it with no problem.
Varga seems to have recovered his senses.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick
enabling Varga to counter with a crisp jab.
Varga misses the shot to the body. #KD2#
Varga lands a high kick to the side of Tax Payer's head that stuns him and send him tumbling down to the canvas! Varga dives into guard, looking to finish.#ROC2#Tax Payer is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Varga sitting in guard here, content to control.
Oh Tax Payer is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Let's hope that Varga 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.
Tax Payer wants to get back to his feet but Varga is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Varga controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Tax Payer seems to have got his legs back now.#T1#
Tax Payer is looking to stand back up but Varga counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer looks like he's trying to stand up.
Varga not doing much here.
Varga prevents Tax Payer from standing back up.
Varga is taking a breather. Tax Payer 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.
Varga is looking to advance position but Tax Payer won't allow it. #ES#
Tax Payer pushes Varga off and gets back to his feet.
Nice body kick from Varga.#T2#
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Varga.
A countering left hand to the body from Varga misses.
Tax Payer thows a leg kick but Varga checks it
letting Varga counter with a right hand. #KD2#
A big head kick from Varga and Tax Payer is sent sprawling to the canvas!
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!
Varga trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tax Payer wants to stand and escape but Varga is having none of it. #SU2#
Varga gets to his feet - Tax Payer follows without any prompting.
Varga steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromVarga.
Varga swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
Varga flicks out a counter leg kick but Tax Payer steps away.#T3#
Varga has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Varga there as he acknowledges the shot.
Varga throws a body kick that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a straight right hand.
Varga moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Tax Payer lands with a good body shot.
Tax Payer swings for the body but Varga moves out of range.
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
and Varga counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tax Payer lands with a hook. Varga tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tax Payer attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T4#
Varga just misses with a punch to the body.
Varga jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Varga is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Tax Payer rather than just go for the knockout.
Varga drops his hands momentarily and Tax Payer takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Varga is looking to slow Tax Payer down with leg kicks.
Varga throws the kick towards the body but Tax Payer avoids it.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tax Payer punishes Varga's body with a nice straight punch.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick which misses Varga's front leg but catches the back leg as Varga tries to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nacho Varga dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nacho Varga's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Tax Payer feints a jab promting Varga to slip. Tax Payer then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Varga slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Varga.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Varga.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Varga moves away and avoids it.#KD#
Tax Payer drops Varga with a beautiful combination! Varga stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Tax Payer is looking for the KO!
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!
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Varga counters with a body kick.
Varga takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Varga blocks a head kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Varga throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Varga ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
A lazy left from Varga finds it's target.
Varga moves out of range of the strikes.
Varga looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nice uppercut there from Varga.
Tax Payer looks to score with a jab to the body but Varga is just out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Varga. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Nacho Varga seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Varga throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.#T2#
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Varga.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Varga throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
A combination from Varga does no damage.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the head.
Varga looking to land some kicks to the body here.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tax Payer looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Varga let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T3#
Varga throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tax Payer takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Varga takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Varga throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Varga scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Varga moved out of range nicely.
Varga keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #T4#
Tax Payer works Varga's body with a nice hook.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
Tax Payer lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd cheers as Tax Payer lands an impressive looking overhand right. Varga doesn't seem phased though.
Tax Payer avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tax Payer looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tax Payer fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Nacho Varga's cut.
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#
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
Varga throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Tax Payer to counter with a crisp jab.
Tax Payer jabs Varga right on the nose. Varga blinks but takes it well.
Varga punishes Tax Payer's body with a nice straight punch.
Tax Payer chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Varga can pounce on him.
Tax Payer misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Varga counters with an inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Varga walks into a stiff left hand from Tax Payer.
Varga 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.#T1#
Varga looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
Varga walks into a straight right hand from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Tax Payer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Varga counters with a nice uppercut.
Varga dodges the punch combination from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL#
Tax Payer pushes Varga up against the cage in a clinch.#T2#
Tax Payer misses with some punches.
Varga lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Varga 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.#BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A big right from Tax Payer misses.
Varga is trying to counter with his kicks.
A punch lands to the side of Varga 's head but he takes it in his stride.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Varga lets loose with a powerful body kick. Tax Payer will feel that in the morning.
Varga jabs at Tax Payer's body.
Nice shot by Tax Payer.
It looks like Tax Payer has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Varga moves out of range of the strikes.
Varga has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tax Payer.#T3#
Tax Payer 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.
Varga pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Varga sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Varga now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Tax Payer looks to land a combination but Varga avoids it well.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick
and Varga counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tax Payer wants to clinch up but Varga keeps it at a distance.
Varga replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Tax Payer blocks it well.
Nice shot lands for Tax Payer.#T4#
Varga misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer 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.
Tax Payer throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Good shot there by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Varga has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tax Payer scores with a hook.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#KD2#
Varga knocks Tax Payer to the floor with a head kick! Can he finish him!?#ES#
Tax Payer sneaks out the side door and pushes Varga away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Tax Payer fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.

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 Finnish Tax Payer.
I think Tax Payer 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28

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

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

#R1#
Mendoza fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tax Payer comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mendoza.
Mendoza now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Mendoza misses with a hook.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mendoza misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer walks into a stiff left hand from Mendoza.
Mendoza lands a jab to the head. #CL#
Tax Payer clinches.
Tax Payer throws a punch but it's blocked by Mendoza.
Mendoza misses with a punch to the body.
Mendoza swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mendoza working aggressively here.
Mendoza stalling in the clinch but Tax Payer improves position.
Mendoza struggles to land a body shot inside as Tax Payer controls his hands.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A short left from Tax Payer.
A head punch on the inside from Tax Payer fails to land.
Tax Payer throws a head punch that 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!
Mendoza prevents a body shot from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Tax Payer fails to land.
Mendoza tries a body shot but Tax Payer blocks it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mendoza creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
I was talking to Tax Payer's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T1#
Mendoza blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A hook to the body from Mendoza.
Mendoza tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tax Payer lands with a left to the head. #CUT#It looks like Daniel Mendoza has been cut.
Tax Payer scores with a shot to the side of Mendoza's head.
Tax Payer scores with a shoulder strike.
Tax Payer working aggressively here.
Tax Payer scores with a shot to the side of Mendoza's head.
Tax Payer prevents a body shot from Mendoza.
Mendoza tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mendoza.
Mendoza blocking some punches.
Mendoza working some nice short punches in the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tax Payer creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mendoza stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Mendoza stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tax Payer misses with the head strike.
Mendoza scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tax Payer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mendoza displaying some good clinch control by pressing Tax Payer up against the cage.#T2#
Tax Payer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Tax Payer scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mendoza effectively controlling the action here.
Mendoza has a couple of punches blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer has a couple of punches blocked by Mendoza.
Tax Payer is working Mendoza over against the cage.
Mendoza misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tax Payer throws a punch but it's blocked by Mendoza.
Mendoza swings wildly with an uppercut but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer working aggressively here.
Tax Payer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mendoza swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tax Payer creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tax Payer.
Mendoza has a couple of punches blocked by Tax Payer.
Mendoza throws a punch but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a punch but it's blocked by Mendoza.
Tax Payer lands a left hand.
Mendoza misses with a hook to the ribs. #T3#
Mendoza's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Mendoza swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tax Payer throws a head punch that misses.
Mendoza struggles to land a body shot inside as Tax Payer controls his hands.
Mendoza tries a body shot but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer pushes Mendoza back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer has a couple of punches blocked by Mendoza.
Mendoza trying to control the position but instead, Tax Payer has worked for underhooks and has pushed Mendoza into the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tax Payer lands a hook that snaps the head of Mendoza backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Tax Payer fails to land.
Mendoza tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tax Payer's elbow.
Tax Payer blocks an uppercut.
Mendoza blocking some punches.
Mendoza lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tax Payer lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tax Payer prevents a body shot from Mendoza. #T4#
Tax Payer struggles to land a body shot inside as Mendoza controls his hands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A nice left hand lands by Tax Payer.
Mendoza blocks an uppercut.
Tax Payer lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tax Payer struggles to land a body shot inside as Mendoza controls his hands.
Still in the clinch, Tax Payer scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mendoza swings wildly with an uppercut but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Tax Payer fails to land.
A right hook to the body lands for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with some punches.
Mendoza blocks an uppercut.
Mendoza lands a shot to the body.
Tax Payer throws a head punch that misses.
Tax Payer misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mendoza has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Tax Payer seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Mendoza can turn it around.
Tax Payer has a couple of punches blocked by Mendoza.
Mendoza takes a shot to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mendoza is leaning against Tax Payer and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tax Payer misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mendoza misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mendoza swings wildly with an uppercut but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Daniel Mendoza's cut.
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#
Mendoza moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Tax Payer has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Mendoza swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mendoza misses with a straight right.
Mendoza misses with a body shot.
Mendoza misses with a looping right.
Tax Payer connects with a nice looking jab.
Mendoza keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mendoza moves out of range as Tax Payer throws a body kick.
Mendoza throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Tax Payer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mendoza can do to turn this around?
Tax Payer moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Mendoza takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mendoza ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mendoza throws out the jab.
Mendoza misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer connects with an inside leg kick.
Tax Payer defending well as Mendoza loads up on a big left hand.
Mendoza takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T1##CL#
Tax Payer has taken the fight to the clinch.
Mendoza swings wildly with an uppercut but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mendoza misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mendoza blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tax Payer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mendoza has a couple of punches blocked by Tax Payer.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mendoza.
Mendoza digs a right hand into Tax Payer's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tax Payer's gas tank.
Tax Payer lands a shoulder strike.
Tax Payer blocking some punches.
Mendoza tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tax Payer's elbow.
Tax Payer softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Mendoza misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tax Payer.
A short right from Tax Payer on the inside.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mendoza prevents a body shot from Tax Payer.
Mendoza misses with a punch on the inside.
Mendoza misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mendoza. #T2#
Tax Payer misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tax Payer lands a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mendoza.
A head punch on the inside from Mendoza fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Mendoza fails to land.
A right handed body shot lands from Tax Payer.
Mendoza working aggressively here.
Tax Payer misses with a punch to the body.
Mendoza goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Tax Payer.
Mendoza lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tax Payer misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tax Payer misses with a punch on the inside.
Tax Payer blocking some punches.
Tax Payer lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tax Payer misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tax Payer.
Mendoza throws a punch but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer blocks an uppercut.
A short right from Mendoza.
A shot in the inside from Mendoza. #T3#
Mendoza fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tax Payer lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Mendoza tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mendoza misses with some punches.
Mendoza makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tax Payer gets through Mendoza's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tax Payer swings wildly with an uppercut but Mendoza uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer blocking some punches.
Tax Payer lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tax Payer working aggressively here.
Mendoza stalling in the clinch but Tax Payer improves position.
Mendoza tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tax Payer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Mendoza backwards.
Mendoza blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mendoza misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mendoza lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tax Payer lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mendoza backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tax Payer makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Mendoza blocking some punches.
Tax Payer misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tax Payer misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
Tax Payer misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Tax Payer fails to land.
Mendoza throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Mendoza misses with a punch to the body.
Mendoza fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mendoza.
Mendoza throws a head punch that misses.
Tax Payer throws a punch but it's blocked by Mendoza.
Tax Payer prevents a body shot from Mendoza.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mendoza.
Mendoza tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mendoza doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tax Payer blocking some punches.
A shot in the inside from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a head punch that misses.
Tax Payer misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tax Payer blocks an uppercut.
Tax Payer misses with some punches.
Tax Payer lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Mendoza swings wildly with an uppercut but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mendoza throws a head punch that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Daniel Mendoza's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Tax Payer fails with an attempt to clinch.
Mendoza looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Mendoza.
Tax Payer slips under a jab from Mendoza.#CL#
Tax Payer moves into the clinch.
Tax Payer blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tax Payer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Mendoza backwards.
Mendoza works on Tax Payer's body with a couple of short punches.
Tax Payer has a couple of punches blocked by Mendoza.
Finnish Tax Payer has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tax Payer blocking some punches.
Mendoza blocks an uppercut.
Mendoza has a couple of punches blocked by Tax Payer.
Mendoza tries a body shot but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mendoza working aggressively here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mendoza lands an uppercut.
Tax Payer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tax Payer working aggressively here.
Mendoza throws a head punch that misses.
Tax Payer misses with a punch on the inside.
Mendoza tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tax Payer prevents a body shot from Mendoza. #T1#
Tax Payer working aggressively here.
Mendoza tries to work over Tax Payer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tax Payer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tax Payer misses with some punches.
Mendoza misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tax Payer misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tax Payer misses with a punch on the inside.
Tax Payer lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mendoza backwards.
Tax Payer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mendoza blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mendoza misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mendoza wants to stall.
Tax Payer lands a left hand.
Good body shot from Mendoza.
A short right from Tax Payer.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tax Payer.
A short left from Tax Payer. #ROC#Mendoza is rocked!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tax Payer.
Mendoza is still on wobbly legs! Can Tax Payer finish him?
Tax Payer doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tax Payer.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mendoza.
Daniel Mendoza has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Mendoza working aggressively here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short left from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a big uppercut that drops Mendoza! More strikes from Tax Payer and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Mendoza lies dazed against the cage as Tax Payer celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:12 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Finnish Tax Payer!
A victorious Finnish Tax Payer thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SFL 81 | Shipilov vs Wojcik
Date: Jun 23, 2021

#R1#
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target.
We've been told by Tax Payer's head coaches at FF Forever that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Tosen avoids it easily.
Tax Payer is looking to score with low kicks.
Tosen scores with a decent looking hook.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Tosen moved out of range.
Tosen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Tosen.
Tax Payer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tosen.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tosen lands a slapping body shot.
Tosen dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tax Payer. That did some damage!
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tosen.
Tax Payer fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tosen throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
Tax Payer scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
The fighters circling - Tax Payer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tosen throws a big shot that misses.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Tosen manages to avoid it.
Tosen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
A bone on bone clash there as Tosen blocks the leg kick. #T1#
Tax Payer's corner calls for a 1-2. Tax Payer obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tosen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tosen tries to land a leg kick but Tax Payer saw it coming and moves away.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Tosen checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Tosen strikes.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the body kick.
Tosen misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tosen.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A low kick lands for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tosen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
A jab from Tax Payer does it's job there.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Tosen.
Tosen blocks a jab.
Tax Payer scores with a nice head shot.
Tax Payer throws a right hand that Tosen ducks under and follows up with a left that Tosen also avoids with ease.
Tosen takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Tax Payer half committed to a counter leg kick.#T2#
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tosen throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tosen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Tosen.
Tosen slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Good standup being displayed there by Tosen as he connects with a hook.
Tosen lands a jab to Tax Payer's midsection.
Tosen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Tosen.
Tosen misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tosen.
Tosen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Jab from Tax Payer.
Tosen jabs at Tax Payer's body.
Tosen throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Tosen manages to avoid it.
Tosen blocks a jab.
Tax Payer attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A leg kick checked by Tax Payer.
A quick step to the side and Tax Payer tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Tax Payer misses the target.
Tosen throws a sloppy body shot
and Tax Payer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tax Payer takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Good shot there by Tosen.
Tax Payer misses with the combination.
Tax Payer attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Tosen tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Tosen moves away and avoids it.
Tosen buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Tax Payer throws a series of punches but Tosen moves out of range.
Tosen throws an off balance right hand
and Tax Payer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Tosen avoids it easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tax Payer chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tosen cracks Tax Payer with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tosen throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it. #T4#
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Tosen manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tax Payer swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tosen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tosen. That's going to slow Tax Payer down.
Tosen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer defending well as Tosen loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Tosen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tosen swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tosen moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Tax Payer checks a low kick from Tosen.
Tax Payer is looking to counter with head kicks.
Good shot there by Tosen.
Tax Payer throws an overhand right that lands on Tosen's shoulder, as Tosen tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tosen misses with a straight left.
Tosen takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A nice leg kick from Tosen, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tosen was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
A swing and a miss from Tosen.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mama Tosen will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the body.
Tosen moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
Tosen swings widly with a right hand
letting Tax Payer counter with a right hand.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little jabbing left from Tosen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tosen misses with a leg kick.
Tosen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tosen is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tax Payer lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tosen circles away quickly and effectively.
A swing and a miss from Tosen.
Tosen's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tax Payer connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tosen scrambles back to his feet.
Tosen connects with a jab.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A slow jab from Tosen misses its intended target.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Tosen moved out of range.
Tosen throws out a counter right but Tax Payer avoids it with no problem.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
Tosen appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tosen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tosen moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Tosen throws out a counter right but Tax Payer avoids it with no problem.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tosen.#T1#
Tosen wants to slow Tax Payer down by chopping away at his legs.
Tosen takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Tosen.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Tosen slips the punch.
As Tax Payer backs off Tosen throws a huge counter combo but Tax Payer manages to avoid it all.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tosen has time to react.
Tosen throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tosen slips a jab from Tax Payer.
Danga de danga de dang - Tax Payer scores with a four punch combination!
Tax Payer lands a body shot.
A jab from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tax Payer scores with a nice right hand.
Tosen misses with a straight left.
A swing and a miss from Tosen.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Tax Payer lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tosen is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Tax Payer.#T2#
Tosen tries to move into range but Tax Payer moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
The fighters circling - Tax Payer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tax Payer missing with a left hand there. Tosen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tosen ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Tosen stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tosen tries to work over Tax Payer's front leg with a kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Tax Payer misses with a hook to the body
letting Tosen counter with a right hand.
Tosen moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Tosen throws a big shot that misses.
Nice body punch from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer swings for the body but Tosen moves out of range.
Tax Payer pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tosen is out of range and Tax Payer settles back down.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Tax Payer throws a low kick, looking for Tosen's leg but Tosen calmly moves out of range.
Tosen lands a head kick!
Tosen chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T3#
Tax Payer misses with a looping left.
Tosen only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Tax Payer shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Tax Payer swings widly with a right hand
and Tosen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tax Payer fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Finnish Tax Payer is winning the standup battle so far.
Tosen lands a lovely overhand right.
Tax Payer slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tosen takes one to the side of the head.
Tosen defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tosen. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tax Payer tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tosen now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Tosen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Tosen.
Tosen throws a leg kick that misses.
Tosen misses with a hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tosen lands a jab to Tax Payer's midsection.
Tosen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T4#
Tax Payer throws a hook but Tosen avoids it easily.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Tosen.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tosen walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tax Payer checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Tosen doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Tosen moved out of range.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tosen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tosen counters with a right hand to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Tax Payer. Those never looked like landing.
Tosen throws a push kick but Tax Payer slaps the foot to one side.
An attempted straight right counter from Tax Payer misses the target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tosen just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Tosen misses.
Tax Payer throws a good cross that connects.
Tax Payer takes a jab right on the kisser.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that second round.
That's time! Tax Payer's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Tosen takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tosen wants to land a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tosen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tax Payer appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer thumps Tosen with a low kick.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Tosen sees it coming and moves out of range.
A low kick from Tax Payer is predictable there
and Tosen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tax Payer throws an off balance right hand
and Tosen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tax Payer sizes up Tosen with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tosen throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tosen looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer misses with a head kick.
Tax Payer jabs Tosen to the body, keeping him at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tax Payer cracks Tosen with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T1#
A big left from Tosen misses.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Tosen throws a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head but Tax Payer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Tosen manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A jab from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer jabs Tosen right on the nose. Tosen blinks but takes it well.
Tax Payer throws out a loose jab but Tosen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tosen throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tax Payer on the side of the head.
Tosen throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tosen lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Tosen swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tosen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tax Payer lands a slapping body shot.
Tosen misses with a looping right.
Tax Payer swinging wildly here.
Tosen tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A low kick from Tosen misses
and Tax Payer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T2#
Tosen checks a low kick from Tax Payer.
Tosen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A swing and a miss from Tax Payer.
Tosen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Tosen.
Tax Payer catches Tosen with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tax Payer lands a leg kick that knocks Tosen off balance momentarily.
Tosen avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
Tosen misses the shot to the body.
A big left from Tosen misses.
Tosen throws a shot from downtown. Tax Payer moves away and avoids it.
Tosen misses with the combination.
A left lands for Tax Payer.
Tosen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tosen manages to avoid it.
Tosen jabs Tax Payer right on the nose. Tax Payer blinks but takes it well.#T3#
Tosen lands with a good body shot.
Tosen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tosen drops his hands momentarily and Tax Payer takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tosen misses with a hook.
An inside leg kick from Tax Payer misses.
Tosen misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tosen takes one on the button.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Tosen.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tosen misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer misses with a straight right.
Tosen's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tax Payer connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tosen scrambles back to his feet.
Tosen throws a wild body kick that Tax Payer sees coming a mile off.
Tosen swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T4#
Tosen darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tosen lands with a shot to the body.
A big left from Tosen misses.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tosen misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Tax Payer throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tax Payer missing with a left hand there. Tosen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tosen throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tosen counters with a body kick.
Some wild striking there from Tax Payer.
Tosen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tax Payer finds it's way round the side to connect with Tosen's head.
Tosen misses the shot to the body.
A big left from Tax Payer misses.

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 Finnish Tax Payer.
Well Tax Payer 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Finnish Tax Payer!
Finnish Tax Payer tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: SFL 69 | Lomax vs Thomas
Date: May 09, 2021

#R1#
Tax Payer keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CUT#It looks like Brendan Quiniou has been cut.
Good standup being displayed there by Tax Payer as he connects with a hook.
Quiniou tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tax Payer is able to avoid easily.
Tax Payer has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Quiniou connects with a single shot there.
Quiniou lands with an uppercut that bounces Tax Payer off the cage and back into range.
Tax Payer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer with the inside leg kick.
Quiniou just misses with a punch to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
Quiniou looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Quiniou.
Quiniou bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Quiniou checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Quiniou moves away.
Tax Payer fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Quiniou on the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer throws a low kick but Quiniou avoids it.
Quiniou is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Quiniou. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Quiniou misses with a looping left.
Tax Payer throws a front kick aimed at Quiniou's knee but Quiniou avoids it well.
Quiniou throws a counter combo.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Quiniou avoids it easily.#T1#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Tax Payer. Quiniou shrugs it off though.
Good shot there by Quiniou.
Quiniou missing with a left hand there. Tax Payer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Quiniou manages to avoid it.
Quiniou connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tax Payer misses with an attempted mid kick.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Quiniou.
Tax Payer throws a solid leg kick but Quiniou takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tax Payer.
Quiniou swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Quiniou thuds a left hand into Tax Payer's body.
No joy there for Quiniou, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tax Payer lands a really nice looking cross but Quiniou seems unphased.
Tax Payer misses with a right hand
and Tax Payer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Quiniou is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but Quiniou avoids it.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer tries to move into range but Quiniou moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Quiniou uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
A telegraphed right hand from Quiniou misses the target.
Quiniou throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
Tax Payer takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tax Payer jabs Quiniou right on the nose. Quiniou blinks but takes it well.#ROC#Quiniou is rocked!
Quiniou switches off momentarily and Tax Payer cracks him with a monster right hand! Quiniou topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Tax Payer dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Tax Payer!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Finnish Tax Payer!
In his post fight interview, Finnish Tax Payer started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: SFL 60 | Mumu vs Viking
Date: Apr 03, 2021

#R1#
Tax Payer misses the jab.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Atticus Finch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Finch lands a head shot.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Finch.
Tax Payer takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tax Payer checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tax Payer fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Finch misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Finch manages to avoid it.
Finch has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the body kick.
Finch misses with an uppercut.
Finch connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Finch has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Finch throws a right hand that Tax Payer ducks under and follows up with a left that Tax Payer also avoids with ease.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tax Payer scores with a sloppy right hand. Finch should have avoided that one.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Finch avoids it easily.
Finch avoids a kick to the body.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Finch.
Finch connects with a body shot.
Tax Payer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Finch checks a low kick from Tax Payer.#T1#
Finch throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Finch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Finch throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from Finch does it's job there.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Finch.
Finch takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Finch looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Finch slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
Finch lands a body shot.
Finch looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finch.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Finch.
Tax Payer thuds a left hand into Finch's body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Finch fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tax Payer on the side of the head.
Tax Payer lands a slapping body shot.
Tax Payer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T2#
A good leg kick by Tax Payer.
Finch takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Finch!
Tax Payer moves forwards but Finch connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tax Payer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Finch takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tax Payer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Finch is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer misses with a double jab.
Finch throws a leg kick
and Tax Payer counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Finch blocks it.
Tax Payer catches Finch with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Finch feints and then cracks Tax Payer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tax Payer down.
Tax Payer lands a jab to Finch's midsection.
An inside leg kick from Tax Payer misses.
Nice straight punches there by Finch. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Finch.
Finch slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Finch swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Finch lands with a kick to the ribs.
Finch smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T3#
Finch is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Finch fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Finch looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
A big right from Finch misses.
Finch looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
Tax Payer fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Finch checks it well.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Finch slips the punch.
Finch throws out a powerful jab.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
A jab from Finch finds it's way through Tax Payer's defenses.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Tax Payer throws an overhand right that lands on Finch's shoulder, as Finch tries to avoid the shot.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Finch checks it.
Finch throwing a counter right hand but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Nice shot by Tax Payer.
Jab by Tax Payer.
Nice uppercut lands for Finch. That snapped Tax Payer's head 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!
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Finch swinging wildly here.
Tax Payer feints a counter leg kick.
Finch bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Finch - that will leave a mark!
Tax Payer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tax Payer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Finch slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Finch lands the left hand.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick which misses Finch's front leg but catches the back leg as Finch tries to avoid it.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Finch throws out the jab.
Tax Payer was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A slow jab from Finch misses its intended target.
Tax Payer throws out a counter right but Finch avoids it with no problem.
Tax Payer thuds a left hand into Finch's body.
Finch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
A head kick from Finch lands but Tax Payer takes it in his stride.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Finch looks to score with a jab to the body but Tax Payer is just out of range.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Finch dodges the punch combination from Tax Payer.
Finch misses with a low kick.
Finch comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Finch tries to bum rush Tax Payer with a series of wild strikes but Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
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 Atticus Finch 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#
Tax Payer takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Finch connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tax Payer momentarily.
Finch closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tax Payer is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Finch ducks down to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Finch misses the target.
Finch slips under a jab.
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
Tax Payer checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Jab by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Finch avoids it easily.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Finch was well out of range.
A swing and a miss from Finch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tax Payer! But no joy.
Finch takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Finch throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Finch has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Finch sizes up Tax Payer with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Finch.
Finch connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Finch throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
A jab from Tax Payer does it's job there.#T1#
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Finch avoids a kick to the body.
Finch misses with a looping right.
Tax Payer just misses with a punch to the body.
Finch fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Finch moves out of range.
Tax Payer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tax Payer pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
The fighters circle momentarily. Tax Payer darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tax Payer.
Finch slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tax Payer misses with a double jab.
Tax Payer connects with a right hand. Finch shakes it off.
Tax Payer looks to land a combination but Finch avoids it well.
Finch misses with an attempted mid kick.
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!
Finch walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Finch throws a nice looking combination but Tax Payer bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Finch throws out the jab.
Finch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Finch's corner calls for a 1-2. Finch obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T2#
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Finch.
Finch misses with a right hand
and Tax Payer counters with a good low kick that Finch was not able to check.
Tax Payer scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tax Payer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Finch scores with a decent looking hook.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tax Payer.
Finch throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
The fighters circle momentarily. Finch darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tax Payer darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Finch stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tax Payer.
Finch swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Finch is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Finch defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer motions for Finch to come forward. Tax Payer throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Finch.
Atticus Finch is winning the standup battle so far.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Finch.
Tax Payer defending well as Finch loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer looks to land a combination but Finch avoids it well. #T3#
Finch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Finch is out of range.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tax Payer throws a push kick but Finch slaps the foot to one side.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Finch strikes.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Finch.
Finch was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Finch 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 Tax Payer has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tax Payer and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Finch looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer misses with a two punch combination.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Finch.
Nice cross by Tax Payer.
A leg kick checked by Tax Payer.
And Tax Payer responds with a good body kick, but Finch manages to step out the way in time.
Finch scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer 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.
Tax Payer looks to score with a jab to the body but Finch is just out of range.
Finch throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tax Payer has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick that misses.
Tax Payer misses with a hook.
Finch looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T4#
Tax Payer throws a chopping leg kick but Finch manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slow jab from Finch misses its intended target.
Tax Payer chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that half lands.
Finch with a nice cross.
Tax Payer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Finch avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Finch catches Tax Payer with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tax Payer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tax Payer tries a head kick but it misses.
Tax Payer throws out a loose jab but Finch uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Finch moved away.
Finch throws a nice inside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Finch connects with a solid leg kick.
Finch is looking to slow Tax Payer down with leg kicks.
Finch throws a shot from downtown. Tax Payer moves away and avoids it.
Finch swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Finch throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Finch misses with a hook.
Finch moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tax Payer with the inside leg kick.
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target.
Tax Payer misses with a body kick.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Finch.
Tax Payer gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Finch.
Finch lands with a straight right. Tax Payer didn't see that one coming.
Finch pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Tax Payer back to the cage. Finch follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Finch moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
Finch on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tax Payer walks into a stiff left hand from Finch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Finch.
Finch cracks Tax Payer with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Tax Payer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Finch throws a right hand that Tax Payer ducks under and follows up with a left that Tax Payer also avoids with ease.
Tax Payer fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Finch is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Finch misses with a body shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Finch darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Nice defenses there by Finch.#T1#
Tax Payer lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Finch.
Finch tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Finch.
Finch slips under a jab.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Finch moved away.
The fighters circling - Finch throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Finch lands a jab to Tax Payer's midsection.
Finch lands a jab to the nose.
Finch throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tax Payer misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Finch stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer 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.
Tax Payer looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Finch connects with a looping right hand.
Finch cracks Tax Payer with a good jab.
Tax Payer lunges at Finch with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Finch's hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Finch blocks a low kick nicely.
Finch lands a nice shot that snaps Tax Payer's head back.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T2#
A shot to the liver by Finch. Beautiful body shot.
Finch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Finch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tax Payer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Finch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Finch tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Finch is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer with a nice calf kick.
Finch displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Tax Payer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the strikes.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Finch.
Finch gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The fighters circling - Finch throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Finch.
Tax Payer dodges the punch combination from Finch.
Finch misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Finch with the inside leg kick. #T3#
Decent striking displayed by Tax Payer there.
Tax Payer fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Finch.
Finch connects with a solid leg kick.
A slow jab from Finch misses its intended target.
Tax Payer connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Finch is looking to score with low kicks.
Tax Payer is looking to land body kicks.
Tax Payer scores with a hook.
Jab, jab by Finch - just one landing.
Finch buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Finch on the side of the head.
Finch thuds a left hand into Tax Payer's body.
Tax Payer scores with a decent looking hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Finch throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Finch checks it well.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tax Payer tries a head kick but it misses.
Finch moves out of range of the leg kick from Tax Payer.#T4#
Finch throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Finch with the inside leg kick.
Tax Payer tries a low kick but Finch avoids it.
Finch throws a nice looking combination but Tax Payer bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Finch moved out of range.
Finch pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A nice side step and Tax Payer releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Finch throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Finch looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Finch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Finch throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Finch feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tax Payers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Finch misses with a body shot.
Finch jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Finch.
Tax Payer looks for the body kick but Finch saw that one coming.
Tax Payer 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.
A swing and a miss from Finch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Atticus Finch showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Finch 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: SAFO 62 Marston v Frost
Date: May 23, 2020

#R1#
Simon misses with a hook to the body
and Punyawong counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Punyawong lands a two punch combo.
A clash of legs there as Simon blocks the low kick.#CL2#
Simon fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Punyawong, pushing him back against the cage.
Simon working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short uppercut from Simon.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Punyawong.
Simon keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Punyawong's efforts to push away.
Simon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Simon.
Punyawong doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Punyawong struggles to land a body shot inside as Simon controls his hands.
Punyawong misses with a punch on the inside. #TD2#
Simon wants the takedown. Punyawong is fighting it off but Simon persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Punyawong's guard against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Simon pushes down on Punyawong's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Simon is trying to work for a kimura but Punyawong is defending well. #T1#
Simon trying to pass the guard but Punyawong defending well.
Simon works his way into full mount!
Punyawong wants to control but Simon is having none of it.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Simon tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Punyawong prevents Simon from taking his back.#SUB2#
Simon jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Punyawong is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Punyawong and Simon has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #SUB2#
Simon tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Simon is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Punyawong knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3#
Punyawong is looking for a sweep.
Punyawong is not content to let Simon control the position.
Simon tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB2#
Simon tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#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.
Simon tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Simon keeps trying to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Simon controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jay Simon dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Punyawong throws a leg kick
and Simon counters with a stiff right hand. #TD2#
Simon closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Simon lands in his opponent's guard.
Simon pushes down on Punyawong's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Punyawong is doing well to control the position and prevent Simon from advancing to side control.#SUB2#
Simon is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Punyawong is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jay Simon!
Jay Simon decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

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 49: Roots
Date: Mar 28, 2020

#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Punyawong. No joy for Vilheimshaugen on that attempt.
Vilheimshaugen shoots in but Punyawong avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Vilheimshaugen changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Punyawong tries to avoid it but Vilheimshaugen manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Punyawong to the ground. Punyawong escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
It looked like Punyawong was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Vilheimshaugen.
Cabasa Punyawong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gundro Vilheimshaugen.
Punyawong throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Vilheimshaugen on the side of the head.
Punyawong dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Vilheimshaugen. That did some damage!
Punyawong lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Punyawong.
Punyawong lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Punyawong keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Vilheimshaugen walks into a straight right hand from Punyawong.
Vilheimshaugen shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Punyawong counters with a stiff right hand.
Punyawong lands a nice looking body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Punyawong connects with a good right hand that stumbles Vilheimshaugen. Vilheimshaugen circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Punyawong scores with a jab to the jaw.
A nice inside leg kick there by Punyawong. That's going to slow Vilheimshaugen down.
Punyawong moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Punyawong scores with a jab.
Punyawong looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Punyawong scores with a body shot.
Vilheimshaugen misses with a takedown
and Punyawong makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T1#
Punyawong connects with a crisp jab.
Vilheimshaugen shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Punyawong pinned against the cage. Punyawong gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Vilheimshaugen misses with a takedown attempt
letting Punyawong counter with a right hand.
Vilheimshaugen looks winded!
Punyawong feints and then cracks Vilheimshaugen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Vilheimshaugen down.
Punyawong lands a nice shot that snaps Vilheimshaugen's head back.
Punyawong lands a high kick!
Punyawong catches Vilheimshaugen with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Punyawong throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Vilheimshaugen's head.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Punyawong.
Punyawong scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Cabasa Punyawong is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Punyawong lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Punyawong chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Punyawong is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Punyawong throws a nice inside leg kick.
Punyawong displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Vilheimshaugen.
Nice takedown defense from Punyawong. No joy for Vilheimshaugen on that attempt.
Gundro Vilheimshaugen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vilheimshaugen stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Punyawong.
Punyawong throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Punyawong scores with a body shot. #T2#
Vilheimshaugen steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Punyawong. That one must have hurt.
Punyawong throws a nice outside leg kick.
Good leg kick by Punyawong there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Punyawong, right into the meat.
Vilheimshaugen has his takedown stuffed
and Punyawong counters with a nice uppercut.
Punyawong lands a really nice looking cross but Vilheimshaugen seems unphased.
Punyawong is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Punyawong cracks the inside of Vilheimshaugen's front leg.
Good leg kick by Punyawong there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Vilheimshaugen gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Punyawong.
Vilheimshaugen shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Punyawong pinned against the cage. Punyawong gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Vilheimshaugen takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A chopping leg kick lands by Punyawong.
Punyawong throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Vilheimshaugen on the side of the head.
Vilheimshaugen takes one on the button.#T3#
Vilheimshaugen needs to keep his hands up - Punyawong had a free shot at his head there.
Vilheimshaugen tries for a takedown but Punyawong circles away easily
and Punyawong counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Punyawong connects with a leg kick. Vilheimshaugen looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Punyawong changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Punyawong displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Vilheimshaugen.
Punyawong lands with a right hand.
Punyawong connects with a right hand. Vilheimshaugen shakes it off.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Punyawong scores with a leg kick.
Vilheimshaugen is trying desperately to land a takedown but Punyawong is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Vilheimshaugen.
Punyawong throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Vilheimshaugen.
Nice body kick from Punyawong.
Punyawong feints and then cracks Vilheimshaugen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Vilheimshaugen down.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Punyawong connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Vilheimshaugen gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Punyawong counters with an outside leg kick.
Punyawong cracks a nice hook into Vilheimshaugen's ribs.
Punyawong throws a good cross that connects.
Punyawong lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Vilheimshaugen closes the distance and clinches up with Punyawong, looking for a takedown. Vilheimshaugen pushes Punyawong against the cage but Punyawong circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#T4#
Punyawong feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Vilheimshaugens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Punyawong lands a nice leg kick that just misses Vilheimshaugen's sensitive parts.
Vilheimshaugen doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Punyawong counters with a good low kick that Vilheimshaugen was not able to check.
Punyawong lands with a slapping head kick.
Punyawong swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Vilheimshaugen.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Vilheimshaugen is defended easily by Punyawong.
A shot to the liver by Punyawong. Beautiful body shot.
Punyawong lands the left hand.
Vilheimshaugen misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Punyawong feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Vilheimshaugen's calf.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Punyawong scores with a leg kick.
Punyawong scores with a kick to the midsection.
Punyawong throws a leg kick which misses Vilheimshaugen's front leg but catches the back leg as Vilheimshaugen tries to avoid it.
Punyawong cracks Vilheimshaugen with a good jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cabasa Punyawong dominated that round.
That's time! Punyawong's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Vilheimshaugen shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Punyawong counters with a nice leg kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Punyawong, as that shot connected.
Punyawong thuds his right hand into Vilheimshaugen's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Punyawong catches Vilheimshaugen with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Cabasa Punyawong is winning the standup battle so far.
Vilheimshaugen takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nice shot lands for Punyawong.
Vilheimshaugen's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Punyawong connects with a single shot there.
Punyawong fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Vilheimshaugen gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Punyawong cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Punyawong lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vilheimshaugen takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Punyawong is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vilheimshaugen can do to turn this around?
Nice body kick from Punyawong.
Punyawong moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Vilheimshaugen fails with the takedown.
Cabasa Punyawong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gundro Vilheimshaugen.
Nice uppercut lands for Punyawong. That snapped Vilheimshaugen's head back.
Punyawong lands with a right hand.
Vilheimshaugen is breathing heavily.
Punyawong looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T1#
Punyawong changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Vilheimshaugen shoots in but Punyawong avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Vilheimshaugen with a poor takedown
and Punyawong counters with a nice uppercut.
Punyawong keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Punyawong dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Vilheimshaugen. That did some damage!
Vilheimshaugen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Punyawong, right into the meat.
Vilheimshaugen gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Punyawong counters with a low kick, right behind Vilheimshaugen 's knee.
Punyawong turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Punyawong tests Vilheimshaugen's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Vilheimshaugen has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Punyawong.
Punyawong ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Vilheimshaugen takes a jab right on the kisser.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Punyawong digs a good body shot into Vilheimshaugen's ribs.
Vilheimshaugen takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A decent looking cross lands there for Punyawong.
Punyawong thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Vilheimshaugen if he has to take too many more of those.
Vilheimshaugen fails with a takedown attempt.#T2#
Vilheimshaugen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Vilheimshaugen takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Good exchange - Punyawong coming out on top.
Punyawong throws a series of strikes that have Vilheimshaugen backpedaling.
Vilheimshaugen on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Vilheimshaugen shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Punyawong defends it nicely.
Gundro Vilheimshaugen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Punyawong sizes up Vilheimshaugen with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Vilheimshaugen takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A jab from Punyawong does it's job there.
Punyawong lands a nice looking body shot.
Punyawong with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Punyawong jabs Vilheimshaugen to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Vilheimshaugen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Punyawong darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T3#
Punyawong goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Nice shot by Punyawong.
Horrible takedown attempt by Vilheimshaugen or perhaps it was just good defense by Punyawong, which made it look bad.
Punyawong connects with an inside leg kick.
Punyawong feints and then cracks Vilheimshaugen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Vilheimshaugen down.
Punyawong cracks Vilheimshaugen with an open hand slap.
Punyawong cracks Vilheimshaugen with a right hand to the side of the head.
Punyawong scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Punyawong throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Vilheimshaugen on the side of the head.
Punyawong scoring well with a low kick there.
Vilheimshaugen doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Punyawong counters with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vilheimshaugen takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Left hook, right uppercut from Punyawong.
Vilheimshaugen dives in for a single leg takedown but Punyawong sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Vilheimshaugen has his takedown stuffed
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Punyawong lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T4#
A jab lands there for Punyawong.
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.
Vilheimshaugen shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Punyawong counters with a stiff right hand.
Punyawong lands a nice shot to the body.
Punyawong closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Punyawong slaps away a takedown attempt from Vilheimshaugen, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Punyawong scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Punyawong tests Vilheimshaugen's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Punyawong!
Good exchange - Punyawong coming out on top.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Vilheimshaugen might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Punyawong has got the better of the exchanges.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Punyawong jabs at Vilheimshaugen's body.
Punyawong lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Punyawong lands a nice shot that snaps Vilheimshaugen's head back.
Punyawong's jab looks to have found its range, popping Vilheimshaugen under the eye.
Punyawong lands a lovely overhand right.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cabasa Punyawong 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#
Punyawong cracks the inside of Vilheimshaugen's front leg.
Vilheimshaugen fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nice body punch from Punyawong.
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.
A nice inside leg kick there by Punyawong. That's going to slow Vilheimshaugen down.
Vilheimshaugen shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Punyawong feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Vilheimshaugen's calf.
Punyawong lands with a thumping leg kick.
Punyawong thuds a left hand into Vilheimshaugen's body.
Vilheimshaugen walks into a stiff left hand from Punyawong.
Vilheimshaugen fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Vilheimshaugen with a poor takedown
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Cabasa Punyawong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gundro Vilheimshaugen.
Punyawong scores with a jab 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!
Vilheimshaugen takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Punyawong's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Punyawong duly obliges.
Punyawong punishes Vilheimshaugen's body with a nice straight punch.
Vilheimshaugen takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Vilheimshaugen stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Punyawong.
Punyawong lands a nice looking body shot.
Vilheimshaugen takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Vilheimshaugen stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Punyawong.
Punyawong tests Vilheimshaugen's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Punyawong throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Vilheimshaugen's head.
Vilheimshaugen with a lazy takedown attempt
and Punyawong counters with a nice uppercut.
Punyawong turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Vilheimshaugen gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Punyawong.
Punyawong lands a jab-cross combination.
Punyawong throws a quick inside leg kick.
Vilheimshaugen tries to move into range but Punyawong moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Punyawong connects with an inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vilheimshaugen takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Punyawong scores with a hook.
Punyawong connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Vilheimshaugen dives in and grabs Punyawong's left leg, looking for a takedown. Punyawong pushes down on Vilheimshaugen's head and hops out.
Vilheimshaugen gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Punyawong counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Punyawong scores with a jab.
Vilheimshaugen walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T2#
Punyawong bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Vilheimshaugen 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.
Vilheimshaugen on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Punyawong looks to land a combination. Vilheimshaugen sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
A head kick from Punyawong lands but Vilheimshaugen takes it in his stride.
Punyawong throws a head kick that half lands.
Punyawong displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Vilheimshaugen.
Vilheimshaugen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Vilheimshaugen shoots in for a takedown but Punyawong shows good takedown defense.
Punyawong fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Vilheimshaugen.
Punyawong lands a nice hook to Vilheimshaugen's body. Vilheimshaugen takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
That kick from Punyawong tenderised Vilheimshaugen's leg. Vilheimshaugen is trying to keep his angry face on.
Vilheimshaugen walks forward, straight into a front kick from Punyawong.
Vilheimshaugen chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Punyawong can pounce on him.
Punyawong lands a jab to the nose.
A good leg kick by Punyawong.
Punyawong lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T3#
Punyawong lands with a straight right. Vilheimshaugen didn't see that one coming.
Vilheimshaugen has his takedown stuffed
and Punyawong counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Punyawong connects with an inside leg kick.
Vilheimshaugen fails with the takedown
and Punyawong counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Punyawong lands with a nice body punch.
Punyawong throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Vilheimshaugen stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Punyawong scores with a crisp jab that stopped Vilheimshaugen in his tracks.
Punyawong fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Vilheimshaugen with a lazy takedown attempt
and Punyawong counters with a low kick, right behind Vilheimshaugen 's knee.
Punyawong connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Vilheimshaugen's hands.
Punyawong lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Punyawong connects with a high kick.
Vilheimshaugen takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Punyawong lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Vilheimshaugen misses with a takedown attempt
and Vilheimshaugen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Punyawong throws a one two combo. #T4#
Punyawong lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
An inside leg kick lands from Punyawong.
Nice cross by Punyawong.
Vilheimshaugen closes the distance and clinches up with Punyawong, looking for a takedown. Vilheimshaugen pushes Punyawong against the cage but Punyawong circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Punyawong.
Punyawong throws a nice outside leg kick.
Punyawong lunges at Vilheimshaugen with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Vilheimshaugen's hand.
Vilheimshaugen has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Punyawong.
Vilheimshaugen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Cabasa Punyawong is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Vilheimshaugen shoots and misses
and Punyawong counters with a thumping low kick.
Punyawong is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Punyawong.
A good leg kick by Punyawong.
Vilheimshaugen takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Punyawong thumps Vilheimshaugen with a low kick.
Punyawong scores with a sloppy right hand. Vilheimshaugen should have avoided that one.
Punyawong getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Gundro Vilheimshaugen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vilheimshaugen throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A solid body kick from Punyawong.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cabasa Punyawong showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Punyawong 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:24
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:24
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:24

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

Event: WPFC 51- Johnson vs. Tiramanti
Date: Mar 07, 2020

#R1#
Punyawong scores with a jab.
A left lands for Camacho.
Camacho misses with a wild combination.
Punyawong lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Punyawong keeps the fight on the outside.
Camacho throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Punyawong misses the shot to the body.
Punyawong misses with a series of wild punches.
Camacho connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Punyawong momentarily.
A left and a right from Punyawong both land. Nice combination.
Punyawong throws a jab when Camacho was well out of range.
Camacho throws out a loose jab but Punyawong uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Punyawong scores with a head kick.
Punyawong looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Camacho throws a shot from downtown. Punyawong moves away and avoids it.
Camacho is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Punyawong.
Camacho ducks under a wild hook from Punyawong.
Punyawong looks for the body kick but Camacho saw that one coming.
Punyawong scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Camacho doesn't seem bothered though. #T1#
Camacho misses with a straight left.
Punyawong tried to counter with a leg kick but Camacho avoided it.
Punyawong lands with a thumping leg kick.
Punyawong throws a quick inside leg kick.
Punyawong clobbers Camacho with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Punyawong throws a shot from downtown. Camacho moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Camacho is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Punyawong softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Camacho is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Camacho is working Punyawong over against the cage.
Punyawong softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Punyawong makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Punyawong lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Camacho backwards.
A frustrated look appears on Punyawong's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Punyawong lands a nice shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Punyawong tries to work over Camacho's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Camacho's coach down at The Forge was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Camacho's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#T2#
Punyawong can't find room to land a body shot as Camacho controls the action.
Punyawong fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Camacho lands a nice shot to the body.
Punyawong has a couple of punches blocked by Camacho.
Camacho blocks a body shot from Punyawong.
Camacho is trying to maintain a safe position but Punyawong gets an underhook and turns Camacho into the cage.
Punyawong scores with a shot to the side of Camacho's head.
Punyawong fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Camacho working aggressively here.
Camacho blocks a body shot from Punyawong. #BC#
Punyawong escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Camacho throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Punyawong throws a hook but Camacho blocks it.
Cabasa Punyawong is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Punyawong showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Camacho.
Camacho wants to clinch.#T3#
Camacho moves out of range of the body kick.
Camacho is looking for the big counter here.
Camacho connects with a body shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Punyawong.
A big left from Punyawong misses.
Punyawong misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nice defenses there by Camacho.
Punyawong lands an overhand right.
Punyawong just misses with a punch to the body.
That kick from Punyawong tenderised Camacho's leg. Camacho is trying to keep his angry face on.
Punyawong chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Punyawong rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Camacho moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Camacho throws a big shot that misses.
Camacho throws the left hand but Punyawong avoids the punch easily.
Punyawong tries a low kick but Camacho avoids it.
Cabasa Punyawong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Punyawong lands a jab.
Punyawong throws a chopping leg kick but Camacho manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Punyawong scores with a kick to the midsection.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Camacho looks to land a combination but Punyawong avoids it well. #T4#
Punyawong misses with a low kick.
Camacho works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Camacho misses with a double jab
and Punyawong counters with a series of strikes. Camacho will be more careful next time no doubt.
Punyawong fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Camacho.
Punyawong misses with a looping left.
Camacho shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Camacho throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Punyawong.
Camacho misses with a few strikes there.
Punyawong stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A slow jab from Camacho misses its intended target.
Punyawong looks to land a combination but Camacho avoids it well.
Punyawong throws a push kick but Camacho slaps the foot to one side.
Camacho throws a counter combo.
Punyawong tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Camacho was well out of range. Poor timing from Punyawong.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Punyawong lands a jab.
Punyawong throws a lazy right hand but Camacho sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Camacho swinging wildly here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cabasa Punyawong dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Camacho misses with a body shot.
Punyawong moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Punyawong lands a head shot.
Punyawong listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Punyawong fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Camacho.
Punyawong takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Punyawong avoids a punch combination nicely.
Punyawong is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Camacho can do to turn this around?
Punyawong lands a jab.#CL2#
Camacho gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Punyawong creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Camacho goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Punyawong lands with a right to the head.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Camacho.
Camacho lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Camacho swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Camacho creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Punyawong misses with a hook to the ribs.
Camacho has Punyawong pressed against the cage.
Camacho tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Punyawong working aggressively here.
Punyawong working aggressively here.
Punyawong throws a head punch that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Punyawong.
Punyawong lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Camacho is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Punyawong lands a body shot.
Cabasa Punyawong has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Camacho taking a breather.
Punyawong lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Punyawong pushes Camacho back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A short left from Camacho.
Camacho tries to stall but Punyawong uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Camacho trying to control the position but instead, Punyawong has worked for underhooks and has pushed Camacho into the cage.
Camacho tries a body shot but Punyawong blocks it. #T2#
Punyawong tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Camacho's elbow. #BC#
Punyawong breaks from the clinch.
Camacho is looking to clinch but Punyawong is avoiding it.
Jermaine Camacho is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Camacho chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Punyawong can pounce on him.
Camacho throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Punyawong.
Punyawong half committed to a counter leg kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Punyawong tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Camacho was well out of range. Poor timing from Punyawong.
Camacho throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An attempted straight right counter from Punyawong misses the target.
Punyawong connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice cross by Punyawong.
Punyawong misses with a head kick.
Camacho throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Punyawong pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Camacho back to the cage. Punyawong follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Camacho fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Punyawong manages to avoid it.
Cabasa Punyawong is winning the standup battle so far.
Jab by Camacho.
Camacho moves out of range as Punyawong throws a body kick.
Camacho throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Camacho lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T3#
A decent looking cross lands there for Punyawong.
Punyawong looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Camacho ducks under a wild hook from Punyawong.
Camacho just misses with a punch to the body.
Punyawong connects with an inside leg kick.
Camacho misses with a takedown attempt
and Punyawong counters with a nice uppercut.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Punyawong - that will leave a mark!
Camacho pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Camacho fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nice body kick from Punyawong.
Punyawong scores with a kick to the body.
Good work by Camacho as he checks the leg kick.
Punyawong misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Camacho throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Punyawong lands a nice looking kick to the body. Camacho takes a step back to recover.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Punyawong explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Camacho uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Punyawong. #T4#
Punyawong tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Punyawong feints and then cracks Camacho's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Camacho down.
Camacho smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Punyawong scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Punyawong avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Camacho stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Punyawong.
Punyawong delivers a nice body kick.
Punyawong cracks Camacho with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Punyawong keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Camacho checks a leg kick.
Camacho's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A leg kick checked by Camacho.
No joy there for Camacho, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Punyawong gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Camacho.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Punyawong comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Camacho takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Punyawong rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Camacho moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
That kick from Punyawong tenderised Camacho's leg. Camacho is trying to keep his angry face on.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cabasa Punyawong dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Punyawong fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Camacho manages to avoid it.
Camacho throws a hook but Punyawong blocks it.
Camacho lands with a nice combination. Punyawong backs away looking to recover.
Camacho misses with a straight right.
Camacho scores with a body shot.
Camacho throws a series of punches but Punyawong moves out of range.
Camacho takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Camacho fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Punyawong manages to avoid it.
Camacho misses with the combination.
Camacho has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Punyawong throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Punyawong thuds his right hand into Camacho's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Camacho closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Punyawong lands a right hook to the body.
Camacho checks a leg kick.
Punyawong ducks under a wild hook from Camacho.
Punyawong swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Punyawong avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1##CL2#
Camacho clinches.
A body shot lands from Camacho.
Punyawong lands a left hand.
A head punch on the inside from Camacho fails to land.
Punyawong tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Punyawong throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Camacho.
Punyawong throws a punch but it's blocked by Camacho.
Camacho taking a breather.
Camacho taking a breather. #BC#
Punyawong breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Camacho scores with a decent looking hook.
Punyawong connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Punyawong scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Punyawong connects with a nice looking jab.
Punyawong turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Camacho fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Jermaine Camacho has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Camacho scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Camacho on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Punyawong. Punyawong obviously looking to wear him down.
Nice sprawl there from Punyawong as Camacho shoots in.
Camacho misses the jab.
Punyawong throwing a counter right hand but Camacho manages to avoid it.
Camacho jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Punyawong throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Camacho takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Punyawong connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Punyawong connects with a leg kick. Camacho looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Punyawong scoring well with a low kick there.
Punyawong lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Camacho avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Punyawong chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Punyawong defending well as Camacho loads up on a big left hand.
Camacho takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Camacho throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Camacho has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Punyawong.#T3#
Punyawong dips to his left and cracks Camacho with an uppercut!
Punyawong moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Punyawong pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Punyawong scores with a three punch combo!
Punyawong throws a low kick but Camacho moves out of range easily.
Camacho is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Punyawong swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Punyawong slips a jab from Camacho.
Punyawong lands a high kick!
Punyawong connects with an inside leg kick.
Camacho has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Camacho throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Punyawong counters with a straight right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Camacho takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Camacho chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Punyawong can pounce on him.
Punyawong connects with the punch.
Camacho loads up on a big right hand but Punyawong slips the punch.
No joy there for Camacho, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Punyawong keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4##CL2#
Camacho closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Camacho scores with a shoulder strike.
Punyawong throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A nice right hand lands inside from Punyawong.
Camacho takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Punyawong tries to throw a body punch but Camacho avoids it by throwing Punyawong back against the cage.
Camacho misses with the head strike.
Punyawong scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Punyawong lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Cabasa Punyawong is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Camacho looking to stall.
Punyawong scores with a shoulder strike.
Punyawong presses Camacho against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A short body shot lands from Punyawong as the two fighters clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Punyawong breaks from the clinch.
Camacho takes a swing at Punyawong's ribcage but misses.
Camacho takes a kick to the side of the head.
Nice uppercut there from Punyawong.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cabasa Punyawong showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Punyawong 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27

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: WPFC 44 - Knox vs. McDonnell 2
Date: Jan 18, 2020

#R1#
Owens just misses with a punch to the body.
Punyawong tries to score with a low kick but Owens moves his leg out of the way.
Owens drops down looking for a counter takedown but Punyawong sprawls and moves away.
Punyawong takes a swing at Owens's ribcage but misses.
A big left from Punyawong misses.
Owens lands with a nice body punch.
Owens lands a jab to Punyawong's midsection.
Punyawong looks to score with a jab to the body but Owens is just out of range.
Punyawong fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Owens checks it well.
Punyawong takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Owens on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Punyawong. Punyawong obviously looking to wear him down.
We've been hearing reports that Owens has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Owens throws an off balance right hand
and Punyawong counters with a nice leg kick.
Owens misses with an uppercut
and Punyawong counters with a nice uppercut. #TD#
Owens drives through with a takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Punyawong preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Punyawong can do anything to dispel that myth.
Owens trying to control but Punyawong is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Owens scoring with punches to the head and body. #T1#
Owens postures up in Punyawong's guard and throws a big left but Punyawong blocks it.
Owens with a flurry of punches that miss.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Owens accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Owens postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Owens scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Owens throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Punyawong works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Owens lands a couple of elbows.
Punyawong controlling Owens's posture.
Punyawong preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Punyawong has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Punyawong keeping full guard, as Owens tries to pass.
Punyawong really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Owens. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2#
Punyawong keeping moving, preventing Owens from controlling successfully.
Punyawong working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Owens.
Punyawong looking to hit a scissor sweep but Owens is one step ahead there.
Owens looking to pass the guard.
Owens missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Owens 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##T3##SUB#
Owens looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Owens looking to hit a scissor sweep but Punyawong is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Owens 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.
Owens has Punyawong pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB#
Owens 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.
Owens looking to hit a scissor sweep but Punyawong is one step ahead there. #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.#SUB#
Owens working for submissions but it's allowed Punyawong to get to half guard.
Punyawong is trying to control. Owens wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Punyawong is pressing down on Owens's thigh, looking to free his foot. Owens is holding on for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Owens has a hand on Punyawong's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Punyawong takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Owens is in all sorts of trouble here.
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 Kolbee Owens will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Owens throws a right hand that misses
and Punyawong counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Punyawong throws a leg kick but Owens checks it.
Punyawong throws a hook but Owens blocks it.#KD2#
Punyawong lands a big head kick that sends Owens tumbling to the mat! Punyawong takes a step backwards and waves Owens back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Owens is rocked!
Punyawong and Owens are patiently standing in front of each other looking for an opening. Punyawong throws a head kick. It's landed, knocking Owens into next week! Ooooh that was huge! Punyawong knows it - he's on the cage flexing is biceps. That's a bit weird considering he won by kick but whatever.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Cabasa Punyawong!
A very excited looking Cabasa Punyawong 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.
The defeated Kolbee Owens had this to say: 'I really put everything into this camp and match up, really going to need to go back to the drawing board after this one. Sorry to anyone I disappointed but I'll be back, I promise.'.

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

#R1#
Bergeron connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Punyawong's hands.
Bergeron feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Punyawong's calf.
Punyawong tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A swing and a miss from Punyawong.
Harrison Bergeron seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bergeron. Punyawong does a little dance to reset his feet.
Punyawong on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bergeron displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Punyawong throws out the jab.
Bergeron really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Bergeron throws a jab when Punyawong was well out of range.
Punyawong throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bergeron throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Punyawong sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A jab lands there for Bergeron.
A big right from Punyawong misses.
Punyawong walks into a jab.
Nice defenses there by Bergeron.
A counter left hand to the body from Bergeron misses its target.
Bergeron throws a lazy right hand but Punyawong sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bergeron swings for the body but Punyawong moves out of range.
Bergeron misses with an uppercut. Punyawong saw that one coming.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bergeron pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Punyawong throws the left hand but Bergeron avoids the punch easily.
Bergeron moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bergeron throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Punyawong misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Punyawong moves out of range as Bergeron strikes.
Punyawong cracks the inside of Bergeron's front leg.
Bergeron checks a leg kick nicely.
Bergeron throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bergeron throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bergeron scores with a nice strike.
Punyawong misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bergeron throws a body shot but no joy.
Punyawong lands an overhand right.
Bergeron thows a left - swing and a miss!
Punyawong doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Punyawong wants to slow Bergeron down by chopping away at his legs.
Punyawong throws the left hand but Bergeron avoids the punch easily.
Bergeron feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Punyawongs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bergeron throws the left hand but Punyawong avoids the punch easily.
Jab by Bergeron.
Nice defenses there by Bergeron.
Bergeron lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bergeron lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Punyawong's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bergeron under the eye.
Bergeron thuds a left hand into Punyawong's body.#T2#
Punyawong throws a jab when Bergeron was well out of range.
Punyawong is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bergeron.
Nice defenses there by Punyawong.
Punyawong slips under a jab.
Punyawong swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Punyawong throws a head kick but Bergeron moves out of range.
Bergeron was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Punyawong uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bergeron.
Punyawong is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Bergeron misses with a wild body shot.
Punyawong ducks under a wild hook from Bergeron.
Punyawong avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bergeron misses with a right hand
enabling Punyawong to counter with a crisp jab.
Punyawong checks a low kick from Bergeron.
Bergeron throws a looping overhand right but Punyawong ducks down to avoid it.
Punyawong cracks Bergeron with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Punyawong misses with a low kick as Bergeron jumps back.
Punyawong checks the leg kick.
Punyawong appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bergeron walks into a left hand.
Jab, jab by Bergeron - just one landing.
Bergeron throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Punyawong counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Punyawong throws a lazy right hand but Bergeron sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
A jab from Bergeron misses.
Bergeron throws an off balance right hand
and Punyawong counters with a series of strikes. Bergeron will be more careful next time no doubt.
Punyawong's coach down at London MMA Club was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Punyawong's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Punyawong slips under a jab.
A jab lands there for Bergeron.
Bergeron is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bergeron is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Punyawong.
A nice side step and Punyawong releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bergeron ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Punyawong moves away.
Punyawong keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice defenses there by Bergeron.
A little feinted left hand from Bergeron on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bergeron blocks a jab.
Punyawong throws a jab when Bergeron was well out of range.
Bergeron throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Punyawong attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Punyawong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A swing and a miss from Bergeron.
The fighters circling - Punyawong throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Punyawong throws a right and a left that Bergeron avoids nicely.
Punyawong lands with a cross.
Bergeron throws the left hand but Punyawong avoids the punch easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Punyawong falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bergeron counters with a left to the body. #T4#
Punyawong avoids the body shot from Bergeron.
A clash of legs there as Bergeron blocks the low kick.
Bergeron misses with a hook.
Punyawong walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Punyawong steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bergeron.
Bergeron throws a big shot that misses.
Bergeron fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Punyawong manages to avoid it.
Punyawong will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bergeron throws a hook but Punyawong avoids it easily.
Bergeron cracks Punyawong with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bergeron cracks Punyawong with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bergeron lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Punyawong throws a low kick, looking for Bergeron's leg but Bergeron calmly moves out of range.
Bergeron works Punyawong's body with a nice hook.
Bergeron slips a straight right by Punyawong.
A counter left hand to the body from Bergeron misses its target.
Punyawong throws a hook but Bergeron blocks it.
Bergeron just misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Harrison Bergeron dominated that round.
That's time! Bergeron's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Bergeron checks the leg kick.
Punyawong scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Bergeron misses with an uppercut. Punyawong saw that one coming.
Bergeron misses with a wild combination.
The fighters circling - Bergeron throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It seemed like Punyawong was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Bergeron here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Punyawong misses with a few strikes there.
Bergeron fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Punyawong manages to avoid it.
Punyawong shapes to counter with a head kick.
Nice body punch from Bergeron.
Punyawong displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bergeron throws out the jab.
Punyawong misses with a straight left.
Punyawong swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bergeron throws a hook but Punyawong blocks it.
Punyawong throws out a counter right but Bergeron avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Punyawong fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bergeron manages to avoid it.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Punyawong, right into the meat.
Bergeron throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Punyawong shapes to counter with a head kick.
Punyawong throws out a loose jab but Bergeron uses good head movement to avoid it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bergeron.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bergeron throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It seemed like Punyawong was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Punyawong misses with a hook.#T1#
Bergeron tests Punyawong's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bergeron lands with a nice body punch.
Bergeron scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Bergeron takes a swing at Punyawong's ribcage but misses.
Bergeron slips a jab from Punyawong.
Bergeron misses with an uppercut. Punyawong saw that one coming.
Punyawong connects with a leg kick. Bergeron looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Punyawong displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bergeron throws out the jab.
Bergeron fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Nice body punch from Bergeron.
Bergeron dips to his left and cracks Punyawong with an uppercut!
Bergeron misses with a hook. Punyawong ducked under it nicely.
Bergeron swings and misses with a hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Punyawong throws a solid leg kick but Bergeron takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Punyawong.
Bergeron checks a leg kick.
Punyawong on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Nice shot by Punyawong.
Bergeron looks to score with a jab to the body but Punyawong is just out of range.#T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Punyawong scores with a kick to the midsection.
Punyawong slips a straight right by Bergeron.
Punyawong throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bergeron throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bergeron throws a poor cross that misses
and Punyawong counters with a straight right hand.
Bergeron throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bergeron waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Punyawong.
Bergeron misses with an uppercut.
Punyawong fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Punyawong moves out of range as Bergeron strikes.
Bergeron scores with a nice strike.
Bergeron scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Punyawong doesn't seem bothered though.
Bergeron looks to throw the jab but Punyawong is out of range.
Punyawong tests Bergeron's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bergeron stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Punyawong.
Punyawong uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bergeron.
Punyawong looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bergeron with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T3#
Bergeron misses with a shot to the body
and Punyawong counters with a slapping leg kick.
Punyawong displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bergeron throws out the jab.
A swing and a miss from Bergeron.
Punyawong takes one on the button.
Bergeron is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Punyawong can do to turn this around?
Bergeron jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bergeron misses with a hook.
Punyawong misses with a wild body shot.
Punyawong tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bergeron is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Punyawong.
Punyawong slips a jab from Bergeron.
Harrison Bergeron is winning the standup battle so far.
Bergeron is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Punyawong.
Bergeron throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Punyawong throws a counter combo.
Bergeron swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Punyawong avoids the body shot from Bergeron.
Bergeron misses with a wild body shot.
Bergeron throws a looping overhand right but Punyawong ducks down to avoid it.
Punyawong takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bergeron ducks under a wild hook from Punyawong.
Bergeron misses with a straight left. #T4#
Punyawong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bergeron moves away.
Bergeron loads up on a big right hand but Punyawong slips the punch.
Punyawong takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Punyawong pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Punyawong drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Punyawong thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice defenses there by Bergeron.
Punyawong walks into a jab.
Bergeron waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Punyawong.
Bergeron ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bergeron throws a big shot that misses.
Punyawong avoids the body shot from Bergeron.
Punyawong throws a leg kick but Bergeron sees it coming and moves out of range.
Bergeron misses with a straight left.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Punyawong's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bergeron connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Punyawong scrambles back to his feet.
Jab by Bergeron.
Nice defenses there by Punyawong.
Bergeron is looking to land body kicks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Harrison Bergeron dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
Punyawong cracks Bergeron with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Bergeron's corner calls for a 1-2. Bergeron obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bergeron connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A swing and a miss from Bergeron.
Bergeron connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Punyawong's hands.
Bergeron avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Punyawong looks to land a right hand but Bergeron moved out of range.
Bergeron walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bergeron misses with a body shot.
Punyawong lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
A big left from Punyawong misses.
Punyawong misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Punyawong throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bergeron on the side of the head.
Punyawong checks a low kick from Bergeron.
Bergeron throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bergeron throws a sloppy body shot
and Punyawong counters with a straight right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bergeron just misses with a punch to the body.
Bergeron works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bergeron staying out of range there.
Bergeron throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Bergeron lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Punyawong pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Punyawong drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Punyawong throws a low kick but Bergeron avoids it.
Punyawong misses with a wild combination.
Bergeron fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bergeron throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Punyawong has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bergeron lands with a cross.
Bergeron blocks a jab.
Punyawong keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Punyawong thumps Bergeron with a low kick.
Punyawong on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bergeron on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bergeron misses with a hook. Punyawong ducked under it nicely.
It seemed like Punyawong was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bergeron slips a straight right by Punyawong.
Bergeron throws a right hand that misses
and Punyawong counters with a nice leg kick. #T2#
Punyawong uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bergeron connects with a nice looking jab.
Bergeron jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Punyawong has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bergeron finds it's way round the side to connect with Punyawong's head.
Punyawong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bergeron moves away.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bergeron.
Bergeron 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.
Bergeron 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.
A lazy left from Bergeron finds it's target.
Punyawong tries a head kick but it misses.
Punyawong blocks a jab.
Bergeron tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Punyawong was well out of range. Poor timing from Bergeron.
Bergeron jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Punyawong throws out a counter right but Bergeron avoids it with no problem.
Bergeron misses with an uppercut. Punyawong saw that one coming.
Bergeron looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bergeron throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
That kick from Punyawong tenderised Bergeron's leg. Bergeron is trying to keep his angry face on.
Punyawong throws the left hand but Bergeron avoids the punch easily.#T3#
Bergeron scores with a hook.
Punyawong just misses with a punch to the body.
Bergeron cracks Punyawong with a good jab.
Bergeron throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Punyawong uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bergeron.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bergeron. Punyawong does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bergeron keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bergeron lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bergeron throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Punyawong sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Punyawong throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bergeron.
Some wild striking there from Punyawong.
Nice jab there from Bergeron.
Punyawong throws a leg kick but Bergeron sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A swing and a miss from Bergeron.
Punyawong lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Punyawong avoids the body shot from Bergeron. #T4#
Bergeron connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bergeron throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Punyawong on the side of the head.
Punyawong is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Punyawong needs to keep his hands up - Bergeron had a free shot at his head there.
Punyawong fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bergeron manages to avoid it.
Bergeron works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Punyawong fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Bergeron is out of range.
Bergeron misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Punyawong.
Bergeron stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Punyawong.
A jab from Bergeron does it's job there.
A clash of legs there as Punyawong blocks the low kick.
Bergeron misses with a body shot.
Bergeron has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Punyawong finds it's way round the side to connect with Bergeron's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bergeron is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bergeron jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bergeron fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Punyawong checks it well.
Bergeron looks to land a right hand but Punyawong moved out of range.
Punyawong moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Harrison Bergeron clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
A big right from Bergeron misses.
Punyawong throws a counter combo.
Punyawong throws a head kick but Bergeron moves out of range.
Punyawong keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bergeron.
A jab from Bergeron misses.
Punyawong avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bergeron loads up on a big right hand but Punyawong slips the punch.
Bergeron misses with a leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Bergeron.
Bergeron misses with a hook
and Punyawong connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Punyawong ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Punyawong throws an overhand right that lands on Bergeron's shoulder, as Bergeron tries to avoid the shot.
A big left from Bergeron misses.
Bergeron misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bergeron throws a shot from downtown. Punyawong moves away and avoids it.
Bergeron lunges at Punyawong with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Punyawong's hand.
Punyawong slips a jab from Bergeron.
Punyawong bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bergeron's head backwards.
Bergeron fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bergeron ducks right into an uppercut from Punyawong. #T1#
Punyawong lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Punyawong closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bergeron takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Punyawong tries to land a leg kick but Bergeron saw it coming and moves away.
Bergeron lands a jab.
Punyawong slips a straight right by Bergeron.
Bergeron lands a body shot.
Bergeron slips under a jab.
A quick step to the side and Bergeron tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bergeron fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Punyawong manages to avoid it.
Bergeron connects with a right hand. Punyawong shakes it off.
Bergeron feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Punyawongs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nice uppercut lands for Bergeron. That snapped Punyawong's head back.
Punyawong moves into range and connects with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bergeron shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
As Bergeron backs off Punyawong throws a huge counter combo but Bergeron manages to avoid it all.
Bergeron keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Punyawong.
Bergeron throws a shot from downtown. Punyawong moves away and avoids it.
Bergeron blocks a jab.#T2#
Punyawong feints and then cracks Bergeron's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bergeron down.
Bergeron avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bergeron misses with a hook. Punyawong ducked under it nicely.
Bergeron throws a jab when Punyawong was well out of range.
Bergeron takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nice uppercut there from Bergeron.
Punyawong lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bergeron uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Punyawong.
Bergeron comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bergeron throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Punyawong to counter with a crisp jab.
Punyawong shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Bergeron thuds a left hand into Punyawong's body.
Punyawong scores with a nice head shot.
Bergeron displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Punyawong throws out the jab.
Bergeron throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Punyawong looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Punyawong throws a low kick, looking for Bergeron's leg but Bergeron calmly moves out of range.
No joy there for Punyawong, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Punyawong throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T3#
Bergeron moves out of range of the strikes.
Bergeron swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Punyawong jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bergeron is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bergeron swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Punyawong cracks Bergeron with a good jab.
Bergeron digs a good hook to Punyawong's body.
Punyawong throws a hook to the side of Bergeron's head but Bergeron sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Punyawong keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bergeron.
Bergeron misses with a straight right.
Bergeron throws a body shot but no joy.
Bergeron looks to land a right hand but Punyawong moved out of range.
Bergeron checks a low kick from Punyawong.
Punyawong scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bergeron in his tracks.
Bergeron swings for the body but Punyawong moves out of range.
Punyawong feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Bergeron's calf.
Bergeron lunges at Punyawong with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Punyawong's hand.
Bergeron throws a big shot that misses.
Punyawong moves out of range of the strikes.#T4#
Sloppy strikes from Punyawong. Those never looked like landing.
Bergeron stuns Punyawong with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Punyawong misses with an uppercut.
Bergeron throws a hook but Punyawong avoids it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Bergeron misses the target.
Punyawong tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Punyawong ducks under a wild hook from Bergeron.
Bergeron fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Punyawong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Punyawong attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bergeron scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bergeron swings for the body but Punyawong moves out of range.
Bergeron throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Punyawong stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bergeron punishes Punyawong's body with a nice straight punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Punyawong motions for Bergeron to come forward. Punyawong throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bergeron throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Punyawong counters with a straight right hand.
Punyawong uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bergeron.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Harrison Bergeron will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Bergeron misses with a wild body shot.
Bergeron throws a body shot but no joy.
Punyawong ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bergeron jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bergeron moves out of range of the strikes.
Bergeron ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Punyawong fails to land with a series of punches.
Bergeron swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Punyawong checks a low kick from Bergeron.
A telegraphed right hand from Punyawong misses the target.
Bergeron tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Punyawong was well out of range. Poor timing from Bergeron.
Bergeron ducks under a wild hook from Punyawong.
Bergeron is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Punyawong moves out of range as Bergeron strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Punyawong throws a good cross that connects.
Bergeron jabs Punyawong to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bergeron misses with a straight left.
Bergeron misses with a leg kick.
Punyawong flicks out a counter leg kick but Bergeron steps away.
Punyawong swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bergeron misses with a hook.
As Bergeron backs off Punyawong throws a huge counter combo but Bergeron manages to avoid it all.#T1#
Punyawong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A telegraphed right hand from Bergeron misses the target.
Bergeron uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Punyawong.
Punyawong staying out of range there.
Bergeron ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bergeron throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Punyawong sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bergeron ducks under a wild hook from Punyawong.
Bergeron checks a low kick from Punyawong.
Bergeron tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Punyawong was well out of range. Poor timing from Bergeron.
A big left from Bergeron misses.
Bergeron swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Punyawong feints a counter leg kick.
Bergeron ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Punyawong moves away.
Punyawong is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bergeron.
Punyawong slips a straight right by Bergeron.
Nice defenses there by Punyawong.
A big right from Bergeron misses.
Bergeron waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Punyawong.#T2#
Punyawong throws a series of punches but Bergeron moves out of range.
Punyawong with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bergeron to score with a decent uppercut.
Bergeron misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Punyawong.
Punyawong scores with a sloppy right hand. Bergeron should have avoided that one.
Bergeron misses with a hook. Punyawong ducked under it nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Punyawong! But no joy.
Bergeron throws a body punch but Punyawong moves out of range.
Bergeron rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Punyawong counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Punyawong ducks under a wild hook from Bergeron.
A big left from Bergeron misses.
Punyawong throws a body shot but no joy.
Punyawong pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bergeron lands a body shot.
Punyawong bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bergeron uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bergeron swings widly with a right hand
and Bergeron takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bergeron. Punyawong does a little dance to reset his feet.
Punyawong throws a body punch but Bergeron moves out of range. #T3#
Bergeron jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bergeron lands a nice shot to the body.
Bergeron connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Punyawong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bergeron moves away.
Punyawong moves out of range as Bergeron strikes.
A right-left combo lands from Punyawong.
Bergeron thows a left - swing and a miss!
Punyawong throws a lazy right hand but Bergeron sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bergeron misses the shot to the body.
Punyawong misses with a low kick as Bergeron jumps back.
Bergeron looks to land a left hand but Punyawong moved out of range nicely.
Bergeron misses the jab.
Punyawong ducks under a wild hook from Bergeron.
Punyawong is looking for the big counter here.
Bergeron defending well as Punyawong loads up on a big left hand.
Bergeron ducks under a wild hook from Punyawong.
Bergeron takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bergeron lands a nice shot to the body. #T4#
A shot to the liver by Bergeron. Beautiful body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Punyawong takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Punyawong tries a head kick but it misses.
Bergeron loads up on a big right hand but Punyawong slips the punch.
It seemed like Punyawong was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Punyawong moves forwards but Bergeron connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bergeron scores with a jab.
A left lands for Bergeron.
Punyawong throws out a loose jab but Bergeron uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bergeron misses with a straight right.
Punyawong uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bergeron.
Punyawong misses with an uppercut.
Bergeron throws an overhand right that lands on Punyawong's shoulder, as Punyawong tries to avoid the shot.
A shot to the body from Bergeron misses
and Punyawong counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nice shot lands for Bergeron.
Bergeron pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cabasa Punyawong has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Harrison Bergeron is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Punyawong catches Bergeron with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bergeron lands a slapping body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Harrison Bergeron showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bergeron 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 50:45
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 50:45
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Harrison Bergeron!
Harrison Bergeron retains his lightweight title!

Event: WPFC 33 - Inoue vs. Bergeron
Date: Nov 02, 2019

#R1#
Owens swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Punyawong.
Punyawong throws a right hand that Owens ducks under and follows up with a left that Owens also avoids with ease.
Punyawong moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A slow jab from Owens misses its intended target.
Punyawong is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Owens misses the shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Punyawong.
Punyawong leaves Owens with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That kick from Punyawong tenderised Owens's leg. Owens is trying to keep his angry face on.
Owens uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Punyawong.
Punyawong on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Punyawong 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.
Owens avoids a punch combination nicely.
Punyawong is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Owens.
Owens has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
That kick from Punyawong tenderised Owens's leg. Owens is trying to keep his angry face on.
Punyawong throws the left hand but Owens avoids the punch easily.
Owens loads up on a big right hand but Punyawong slips the punch.
Owens swings for the body but Punyawong moves out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Owens with a hook.
Owens swings for the body but Punyawong moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Punyawong! But no joy.#T1#
A good leg kick by Punyawong.
Owens looks to score with a jab to the body but Punyawong is just out of range.
Owens throws a body shot but no joy.
Punyawong unleashes a big counter combination but Owens bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Owens throws a body punch but Punyawong moves out of range.
Punyawong avoids the body shot from Owens.
Owens misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Punyawong.
Punyawong let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Danga de danga de dang - Punyawong scores with a four punch combination!
Punyawong throws a hook to the side of Owens's head but Owens sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Punyawong wants to slow Owens down by chopping away at his legs.
Owens blocks the body kick.
Owens is looking to wear down Punyawong with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Punyawong throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Owens.
Punyawong throws a leg kick which misses Owens's front leg but catches the back leg as Owens tries to avoid it.
Owens throws a body shot but no joy.
Punyawong lands a jab to the head.
Owens ducks under a wild hook from Punyawong.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Owens throws a shot from downtown. Punyawong moves away and avoids it.
Owens tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Punyawong was well out of range. Poor timing from Owens.
Punyawong buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #TD#
Owens shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Punyawong being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
Owens stands and throws Punyawong's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Owens sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Punyawong is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Punyawong takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain. #SUB#
Owens is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Punyawong is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Owens postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Owens just content to control the position.
Punyawong avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Owens. #T3#
Punyawong is looking to reverse the position.
Sloppy strikes there by Owens.
Punyawong is not content to let Owens control the position.
Owens just content to control the position.
Punyawong stops Owens from passing to mount.
Punyawong wants to control but Owens postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Punyawong manages to work his way to half guard, despite Owens's best efforts.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Owens thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #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.
Owens controlling the action here.
Punyawong wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Owens is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Punyawong is just riding it out for now. Owens eventually gives up the hold.
Owens is looking to stall here but Punyawong recovers full guard.
Owens 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.
Owens looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Cabasa Punyawong will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Owens misses the shot to the body.
Owens misses with a lunging right hand
letting Punyawong counter with a right hand.
Punyawong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Owens throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Punyawong's waist but Punyawong gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Owens off to one side.
Punyawong lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Owens connects with a right hand. Punyawong shakes it off.
Owens swings away with a body shot that misses
and Punyawong counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Owens ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Punyawong moves away.
Owens misses with a body shot.
Punyawong paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Cabasa Punyawong seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Punyawong moves out of range as Owens strikes.
Punyawong flicks out a counter leg kick but Owens steps away.
Punyawong lands a glancing blow to the side of Owens's head.
Owens works the jab nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Owens scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Punyawong motions for Owens to come forward. Punyawong throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Punyawong throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Owens sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Owens takes a swing at Punyawong's ribcage but misses.
Punyawong slips under a jab.
Punyawong avoids the body shot from Owens. #T1#
Punyawong closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Owens misses the jab.
Owens defending well as Punyawong loads up on a big left hand. #TD#
Owens drives through with a takedown into Punyawong's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Owens passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Owens goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Punyawong rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Owens's guard! Nice work there by Punyawong!
Owens trying to control the position.
Owens looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Punyawong trying to control the position from guard on top but Owens is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Owens trying to keep a closed guard but Punyawong is proving a slippery customer. #T2#
Owens 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#
Owens 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.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Owens 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.
Owens controlling Punyawong's posture.
Punyawong must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T3#
Owens'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.
Owens trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Punyawong trying to move into half guard but instead Owens has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Owens wants to control from the top but Punyawong keeps moving. #SUB#
Owens 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 Owens, into his guard. #REVB##T4#
Punyawong postures up.
Owens is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kolbee Owens overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Cabasa Punyawong 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Owens swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Owens misses with a lunging right hand
and Punyawong counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Punyawong avoids the body shot from Owens.
Punyawong fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Owens. Punyawong does a little dance to reset his feet.
Punyawong wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#TD#
Owens changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Punyawong looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Owens wants to control but Punyawong is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Owens thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Punyawong is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Owens tries to move into full mount but can't pass Punyawong's legs.
Punyawong avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Owens. #T1#
Punyawong is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Punyawong dodges the ground and pound from Owens.
Punyawong is not content to let Owens control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Owens is really struggling to control Punyawong but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Punyawong tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Owens wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Owens wants to take a breather but Punyawong manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Owens.
Owens controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Punyawong is trying to control the position but Owens postures up.
Punyawong keeping moving, preventing Owens from controlling successfully.
Owens with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Punyawong 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.
Owens missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Punyawong preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Owens throwing strikes from guard but Punyawong blocks nicely.
Owens postures up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Punyawong keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Punyawong throws a looping overhand right but Owens ducks down to avoid it. #T3##TD#
Owens manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Punyawong on his heels. He'll look to pass Punyawong's guard now, I'm sure.
Owens with a flurry of punches that miss.
Punyawong looking to control.
Owens missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Owens throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Owens trying to control but Punyawong is working from the bottom.
Owens slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Owens wants to control from the top but Punyawong keeps moving.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Owens is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Punyawong is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Punyawong leaves Owens with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T4#
Owens throws a hook to the side of Punyawong's head but Punyawong sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD#
Owens gets the takedown into side control.
Punyawong really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Owens. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Punyawong struggling a bit here.
Punyawong is trying to get back to half guard.
Owens slows the pace down.
Cabasa Punyawong is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Owens looking to control but instead Punyawong has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Owens looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Punyawong holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Kolbee Owens has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
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. Owens connects with a nice short shot to Punyawong's temple.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kolbee Owens showed his dominance in that final round.
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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 29:29
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: RH94
Date: Oct 05, 2019

#R1#
Punyawong connects with a solid leg kick.
Cpp steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Punyawong.
Cpp misses with a leg kick.
Cpp slips a jab from Punyawong.
Cpp uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Punyawong.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cpp. Punyawong does a little dance to reset his feet.
Punyawong throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Cpp scores with a hook to the body. Punyawong takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Cpp showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Punyawong.
Cpp connects with a leg kick. Punyawong looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Punyawong tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cpp was well out of range. Poor timing from Punyawong.
Punyawong throws a one two combo.
Cpp fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Punyawong looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Punyawong finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cpp throws a leg kick but Punyawong sees it coming and moves out of range.
Cpp misses with a body kick.
Punyawong takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Cpp slips under a jab.
Cpp uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Punyawong. #T1##CL#
Cpp closes the distance and clinches.
Punyawong swings wildly with an uppercut but Cpp uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cpp blocking some punches.
I was talking to Cpp's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Punyawong swings wildly with an uppercut but Cpp uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Punyawong breaks from the clinch.
Punyawong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cpp moves away.
Cpp is looking to counter punch.
Nice defenses there by Cpp.
Cpp connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Cpp looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A combination from Punyawong does no damage.
Cpp tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Punyawong was well out of range. Poor timing from Cpp.
Cpp fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Punyawong manages to avoid it.
Punyawong is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Cpp connects with a leg kick. Punyawong looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Cpp slips under a jab.
Cpp feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Punyawong's calf.
Cpp cracks Punyawong with an open hand slap.
Cpp jabs at Punyawong's body.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Punyawong swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Cpp counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Cpp scores with a shot to the body.
Cpp feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Punyawongs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Punyawong lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Punyawong looks to throw the jab but Cpp is out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Punyawong. Cpp does a little dance to reset his feet.
Punyawong tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cpp was well out of range. Poor timing from Punyawong.
Cpp wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Cpp lands a nice looking body shot. #CL#
Cpp has managed to clinch.
Punyawong swings wildly with an uppercut but Cpp uses good head movement to avoid it.
Punyawong misses with a hook to the ribs.
Punyawong softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cpp lands an elbow that stopped Punyawong in his tracks for a moment.
Cpp creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Punyawong's defenses.
Still in the clinch, Punyawong scores with a nice short uppercut.
Punyawong looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A right handed body shot lands from Punyawong.
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 Master Cpp will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Punyawong misses with a wild body shot.
Punyawong throws out a loose jab but Cpp uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cpp digs a good hook to Punyawong's body.
Punyawong keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Punyawong pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cpp bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Punyawong's head.
Cpp throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Cpp throws a body shot but no joy.
A head kick misses from Cpp.
Punyawong dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Cpp. That did some damage!
Punyawong throws an overhand right that lands on Cpp's shoulder, as Cpp tries to avoid the shot.
Punyawong checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Punyawong swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Cpp ducks right into an uppercut from Punyawong.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Punyawong with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Cpp to score with a decent uppercut.
Cpp swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Punyawong shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #CL#
Cpp moves into the clinch successfully.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Punyawong throws a head punch that misses.
Cpp tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #T1#
A head punch on the inside from Punyawong fails to land.
Cpp working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Punyawong.
A nice right hand lands inside from Cpp.
Cpp lands with a right to the head.
Cpp lands a shot to the body.
Nice elbow from Cpp.
Cpp gets through Punyawong's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Cpp.
Knees in the clinch landing for Cpp.
Punyawong presses Cpp against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Master Cpp has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Cpp 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!
Punyawong can't find room to land a body shot as Cpp controls the action.
Cpp blocks a body shot from Punyawong.
Cpp is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Punyawong can do to turn this around?
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cpp.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cpp.
Cpp lands with a light punch inside.
Punyawong misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
A nice right hand lands inside from Cpp.
Cpp scores a nice knee to the body.
Cpp tries a knee to the head but Punyawong blocks it.
Cpp prevents a body shot from Punyawong.
A short left from Cpp.
Punyawong working aggressively here.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Cpp here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Cpp keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Punyawong's efforts to push away.
Punyawong tries to throw a body punch but Cpp avoids it by throwing Punyawong back against the ropes.
Nice elbow from Cpp.
Cpp working Punyawong over with knees to the body.
Cpp cracks Punyawong with a nice body shot.
Punyawong swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cpp blocks an uppercut.
Cpp lands a left hand that snaps the head of Punyawong backwards.
Cpp prevents a body shot from Punyawong.
Punyawong tries to throw a body punch but Cpp avoids it by throwing Punyawong back against the ropes.
Cpp lands with a short head shot on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Master Cpp dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Punyawong. Cpp does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cpp misses with a low kick.
Punyawong throws an overhand right that lands on Cpp's shoulder, as Cpp tries to avoid the shot.
Punyawong misses with a wild body shot.
Cpp throws a leg kick which misses Punyawong's front leg but catches the back leg as Punyawong tries to avoid it.
Punyawong misses with a double jab.
Cpp is looking to counter the offense by Punyawong and move into the clinch.
Punyawong misses with a hook.
Cpp seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Nice defenses there by Cpp.
Cpp finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Punyawong connects with a looping right hand.
A shot to the liver by Cpp. Beautiful body shot.
Cpp gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Punyawong misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cpp displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Punyawong throws out the jab.
Punyawong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cpp moves away.
Cpp changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Cpp misses with a body shot.
Cpp steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Punyawong.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Punyawong takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T1#
Cpp just misses with a punch to the body.
Punyawong 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.
Cpp lands a glancing blow to the side of Punyawong's head.
Cpp misses with a body kick.
Cpp is looking to wear down Punyawong with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#CL#
Cpp moves into the clinch.
Punyawong is trying to break the clinch but Cpp is controlling him.
Punyawong misses with a punch on the inside.
A hook to the body from Cpp.
Punyawong misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Punyawong breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Cpp has closed the distance and engaged Punyawong in a clinch.
Cpp trying to land knees to the body.
Cpp lands a damaging elbow.
A short right from Cpp.
Nice body punch from Punyawong - that landed with a thud.
Cpp lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Punyawong lands a hook that snaps the head of Cpp backwards. #T2#
Still in the clinch, Cpp scores with a nice short uppercut.
Punyawong tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cpp's elbow.
A short left from Cpp.
A short right from Cpp.
Nice body punch from Cpp - that landed with a thud.
Cpp lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Punyawong fails to land.
Cpp lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cpp working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Cpp lands a right hand.
Cpp lands a right hand.
Nice body punch from Cpp.
Punyawong lands a left hand that snaps the head of Cpp backwards.
Cpp scores with a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Punyawong has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A left hand lands to the body for Cpp.
Cabasa Punyawong has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A right handed body shot lands from Cpp.
Punyawong misses with some punches.

And that's the end of the fight!
Master Cpp showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Cpp 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 30:27
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Peck scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: RH85
Date: Sep 14, 2019

#R1#
Kazama throws a leg kick but Punyawong sees it coming and moves out of range.
Cabasa Punyawong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kazama sizes up Punyawong with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Punyawong throws a shot from downtown. Kazama moves away and avoids it.
Punyawong just misses with a punch to the body. #CL#
Punyawong rushes Kazama and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Punyawong blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Punyawong softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Punyawong misses with a punch on the inside.
Punyawong lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Punyawong misses with a punch to the body.
Punyawong lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kazama or not.
Punyawong digs a right hand underneath Kazama's ribcage. Kazama let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Punyawong is leaning against Kazama and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Punyawong throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kazamas head.
Punyawong works on Kazama's body with a couple of short punches.
Kazama is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Kazama is trying to break the clinch but Punyawong is controlling him.
Punyawong lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Punyawong blocks an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Punyawong - that landed with a thud.
Punyawong lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Punyawong lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T1#
Kazama throws a punch but it's blocked by Punyawong.
Kazama looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Punyawong creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kazama tries to circle away but Punyawong has him pinned against the ropes.
Kazama is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Punyawong lands with a short shot to the head.
Punyawong works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kazama looks winded!
Punyawong lands on the inside with an uppercut. #ROC#
Kazama is rocked!
Punyawong breaks the clinch momentarily and cracks Kazama with a big right hook that drops him to the canvas! Kazama looks like he might be in big trouble here! The referee has started the count straight away and we're up to 5 already. Kazama get to one knee - can he make it back to his feet? No, he's flopped back to the mat - he's out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Cabasa Punyawong!
An out of breath Cabasa Punyawong thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: RH71
Date: Aug 17, 2019

#R1#
Wilkinson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Punyawong gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Wilkinson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wilkinson tries to clinch up but Punyawong circles away and keeps his distance.
Wilkinson sets himself, and Punyawong steps forward looking for the clinch! Wilkinson avoids it this time.#CL2#
Punyawong fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Wilkinson, pushing him back against the ropes.
Wilkinson scores with a nice hook to the head.
Punyawong lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Punyawong lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wilkinson backwards.
Punyawong lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Wilkinson wants to break free but Punyawong has control.
Punyawong presses Wilkinson against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Punyawong misses with a hook to the ribs.
Punyawong tries to work over Wilkinson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Punyawong misses with some punches.
Punyawong tries to throw a body punch but Wilkinson avoids it by throwing Punyawong back against the ropes.
Punyawong working aggressively here.
Wilkinson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Punyawong lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Punyawong lands a body punch in the clinch.
Punyawong prevents a body shot from Wilkinson.
Punyawong has a couple of punches blocked by Wilkinson.
Wilkinson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Punyawong can't find room to land a body shot as Wilkinson controls the action.
Punyawong lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T1#
Wilkinson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Punyawong misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Wilkinson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Punyawong scores with a nice short uppercut.
Punyawong scores with a shot to the side of Wilkinson's head.
A short body shot lands from Punyawong as the two fighters clinch.
Punyawong misses with a punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Punyawong - that landed with a thud.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Punyawong.
Punyawong misses with a punch to the body.
Punyawong lands a body punch in the clinch.
Wilkinson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Punyawong struggles to land a body shot inside as Wilkinson controls his hands.
Nice body punch from Punyawong.
Punyawong lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
A right handed body shot lands from Punyawong.
Punyawong misses with some punches.
Wilkinson misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Punyawong.
Punyawong misses with a punch on the inside.
Punyawong fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Punyawong throws a punch but it's blocked by Wilkinson.
Wilkinson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Punyawong lands a shoulder strike.
Punyawong fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wilkinson misses with some punches.
Wilkinson takes a shot to the head.
Nice body punch from Punyawong.
Wilkinson blocks an uppercut.
Punyawong lands with a short shot to the head.
Wilkinson lands with a light punch inside.
Punyawong throws a punch but it's blocked by Wilkinson.
Punyawong struggles to land a body shot inside as Wilkinson controls his hands.
Wilkinson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Punyawong lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wilkinson backwards.
Punyawong lands a hook that snaps the head of Wilkinson backwards.
Wilkinson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Punyawong tries to throw a body punch but Wilkinson avoids it by throwing Punyawong back against the ropes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Punyawong.
Punyawong misses with a punch on the inside.
Punyawong scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Punyawong cracks Wilkinson with a nice body shot.
Wilkinson tries to circle away but Punyawong has him pinned against the ropes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cabasa Punyawong dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Wilkinson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jordan Wilkinson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Wilkinson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Wilkinson taking a breather.
Wilkinson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wilkinson is trying to break the clinch but Punyawong has him pressed against the ropes.
Punyawong lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Punyawong blocks an uppercut.
Punyawong stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Wilkinson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Punyawong blocking some punches.
Wilkinson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Punyawong lands a hook that snaps the head of Wilkinson backwards.
Punyawong has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wilkinson throws a head punch that misses.
Punyawong prevents a body shot from Wilkinson.
Punyawong misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Punyawong misses with the head strike.
Punyawong blocks an uppercut.
Wilkinson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Punyawong backwards.
Wilkinson has a couple of punches blocked by Punyawong.
Wilkinson prevents a body shot from Punyawong.
Wilkinson throws a punch but it's blocked by Punyawong.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wilkinson blocks an uppercut. #T1#
Punyawong misses with some punches.
A nice left hand lands by Wilkinson.
Punyawong swings wildly with an uppercut but Wilkinson uses good head movement to avoid it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Punyawong misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Wilkinson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wilkinson trying to stall but Punyawong improves his position.
Punyawong tries a body shot but Wilkinson blocks it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Wilkinson.
Wilkinson wants to stall.
A short uppercut from Wilkinson.
Wilkinson blocks a body shot from Punyawong.
Punyawong has a couple of punches blocked by Wilkinson.
Wilkinson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cabasa Punyawong seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Punyawong lands a hook that snaps the head of Wilkinson backwards. #ROC2#
Wilkinson is rocked!
Punyawong working aggressively here.
Oh Wilkinson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wilkinson blocks an uppercut.
Punyawong swings wildly with an uppercut but Wilkinson uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wilkinson.
Punyawong misses with a short punch on the inside.
Punyawong stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Punyawong misses with some punches.
Punyawong misses with a punch on the inside.
Punyawong misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wilkinson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wilkinson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Punyawong swings wildly with an uppercut but Wilkinson uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Punyawong throws a punch but it's blocked by Wilkinson.
Punyawong throws a head punch that misses.
A left hand lands to the body for Punyawong.
Punyawong throws a head punch that misses.
Punyawong misses with a short punch on the inside.
Punyawong swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Wilkinson blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Punyawong.
Punyawong misses with a punch on the inside.
Punyawong lands a body shot.
Wilkinson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Punyawong swings wildly with an uppercut but Wilkinson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Punyawong swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Punyawong fails to land.
Punyawong has a couple of punches blocked by Wilkinson.
Punyawong swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Punyawong scores with a hook to the body.
Punyawong misses with the head strike.
Wilkinson blocks an uppercut.
Punyawong blocks an uppercut.
Wilkinson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wilkinson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Punyawong misses with a short punch on the inside.
Punyawong working aggressively here.
Punyawong fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Punyawong misses with some punches.
Punyawong working aggressively here.
Wilkinson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wilkinson.
Wilkinson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wilkinson.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Punyawong.
Punyawong is working Wilkinson over against the ropes.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wilkinson.
Punyawong tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Punyawong misses with a punch on the inside.
Punyawong working aggressively here.
Punyawong throws a punch but it's blocked by Wilkinson.
Wilkinson blocks an uppercut.
Punyawong swings wildly with an uppercut but Wilkinson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Punyawong lands a body shot in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Punyawong fails to land.
Wilkinson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Wilkinson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wilkinson.
Punyawong misses with a punch on the inside.
Wilkinson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
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 time! Wilkinson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Punyawong throws the left hand but Wilkinson avoids the punch easily.
Wilkinson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wilkinson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Punyawong takes one to the chin there.
A big right from Punyawong misses.
Punyawong takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Wilkinson scores with a nice right hand.
Wilkinson tries to clinch there but Punyawong circles away.
Punyawong takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Punyawong swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Punyawong doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Wilkinson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Punyawong lands a right hook to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Punyawong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wilkinson moves away.
Punyawong misses with a body shot.
Wilkinson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Wilkinson lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
It looks like Wilkinson has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Wilkinson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Punyawong paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Punyawong looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
A big right from Wilkinson misses.
Wilkinson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice uppercut lands for Wilkinson. That snapped Punyawong's head back.
Wilkinson misses the shot to the body.
Punyawong waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wilkinson.
Punyawong keeps the fight on the outside.
Wilkinson scores with a punch to the head.
Wilkinson throws a hook but Punyawong blocks it.#CL2#
Punyawong clinches up with Wilkinson and pushes him back against the ropes.
Wilkinson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Wilkinson tries to throw a body punch but Punyawong avoids it by throwing Wilkinson back against the ropes.
Wilkinson blocks a body shot from Punyawong.
Punyawong works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Punyawong lands with a light punch inside.
Punyawong creates a bit of distance and cracks Wilkinson with a big uppercut! Wilkinson goes down! The referee pushes Punyawong away into a neutral corner and starts the count. 4,5,6,7. Will Wilkinson make it up in time? He's still flopping around all over the place! The referee has called off the fight! Punyawong takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Cabasa Punyawong!
A victorious Cabasa Punyawong thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: RH57
Date: Jul 24, 2019

#R1#
Punyawong throws a right hand that misses
and Siriwat counters with an outside leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Punyawong misses the target.
Chokdee Siriwat seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Punyawong throws an overhand right that lands on Siriwat's shoulder, as Siriwat tries to avoid the shot.
Siriwat thinks about countering with a head kick.
Siriwat definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The fighters circling - Siriwat throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Punyawong changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Punyawong misses with a wild body shot.
Siriwat throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Siriwat throws out a leg kick but Punyawong moves out of range and Siriwat only half commits.
Siriwat walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CUT2#
It looks like Chokdee Siriwat has been cut.
Siriwat tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Punyawong paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Punyawong rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Siriwat counters with a body kick.
Punyawong keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Punyawong throws a one two combo. #ROC2#
Siriwat is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Punyawong getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Oh Siriwat is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Punyawong knocks out Siriwat with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Punyawong before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Punyawong picks up the big W with a huge KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Cabasa Punyawong!
An out of breath Cabasa Punyawong thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: RH46
Date: Jun 29, 2019

#R1#
Bronco staying out of range there.
Bronco swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A combination from Bronco does no damage.
Bronco tries to bum rush Punyawong with a series of wild strikes but Punyawong uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
It looked like Punyawong was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
We've been told by Punyawong's head coaches at Master Chai's Dojo that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Punyawong waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bronco.
Punyawong scores with a jab to the head.
Punyawong throws a good cross that connects.
Punyawong missing with a left hand there. Bronco was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bronco fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Punyawong.
Punyawong takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bronco throws a hook but Punyawong blocks it.
Nice shot by Punyawong.#ROC#
Bronco is rocked!
Bronco throws a series of strikes that have Punyawong backpedaling.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
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!
Punyawong scores with a body shot.
Bronco looks to score with a jab to the body but Punyawong is just out of range.
Bronco takes one to the chin there.
Bronco is still on wobbly legs! Can Punyawong finish him?
Bronco slips a jab and a cross from Punyawong.
Bronco waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Punyawong.
Bronco seems to have recovered his senses.
Bronco waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Punyawong.
Punyawong is looking to counter punch.
Bronco rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Punyawong counters with a straight right that drops Bronco to the canvas! Will Bronco beat the count? He's still wobbly and as the count reaches 7, he's still struggling to make it. 8...9...10. He's out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 07, 2019

#R1#
Punyawong scores with a hook to the body. Boyka takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Boyka is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Punyawong paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#TD#
Boyka drives through with a takedown into Punyawong's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Boyka loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SU#
Boyka gets to his feet. Punyawong looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #TD#
Boyka bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
You can see the frustration on Punyawong's face as Boyka controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Punyawong is trying to control Boyka's posture but Boyka avoids it. #SU#
Boyka has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Punyawong blocks a jab.#TD#
Punyawong tries to sprawl but Boyka drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Boyka 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. #SU#
Boyka postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Punyawong to stand up. #T1#
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. #TD#
Boyka feints and as Punyawong raises his hands in defense, Boyka changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SU#
Boyka stands and steps away. Punyawong gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Punyawong throws a right and a left that both miss.
Good shot there by Punyawong.#TD#
Boyka changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Punyawong looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
You can see the frustration on Punyawong's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Boyka has knee on belly momentarily but Punyawong bucks him off and regains half guard. #SUB#
Boyka is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Punyawong has managed to free his arm - good work.
Boyka wants to pass the guard but Punyawong is defending well.
Punyawong tries to roll over but Boyka keeps him under control.#SU#
Boyka decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. #T3#
Punyawong jabs at Boyka's body.#TD#
Boyka shoots in and gets a takedown into Punyawong's guard.
Boyka content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB#
Boyka 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.
Boyka slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Punyawong not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Boyka controlling from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##SU#
Boyka stands up and waves to Punyawong to follow him.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Boyka is defended easily by Punyawong.
Jab from Punyawong.
Punyawong works the jab nicely.
Punyawong dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Boyka feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SU#
Boyka stands up from Punyawong's guard - Boyka perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD#
Boyka shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Punyawong manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Cabasa Punyawong will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Punyawong fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Punyawong lands a lovely overhand right.
Punyawong throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Punyawong digs a good body shot into Boyka's ribs.
Good exchange - Punyawong coming out on top.
Punyawong scores with a jab to the head.
Boyka shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Punyawong pinned against the cage. Punyawong gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boyka misses with a hook
and Boyka takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#
Boyka is rocked!
Boyka takes one on the button.
Oh Boyka is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Punyawong scores with a shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#KD2#
Punyawong cracks Boyka with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Boyka looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Punyawong finish him?
Punyawong fires a straight punch through the middle that cracks Boyka square on the jaw! Damn, Boyka is out cold on his feet and topples face first to the canvas! Wow, I haven't seen a knockout that brutal in a long time!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Cabasa Punyawong!
Cabasa Punyawong decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

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