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Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Oct 25, 2022
#R1#
Benn Jr lands an overhand right.
Bloode defending well as Benn Jr loads up on a big left hand.
It looked like Bloode was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Benn Jr.
Benn Jr misses with a leg kick
and Bloode counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Nigel Benn Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Benn Jr lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bloode is breathing heavily.
A clash of legs there as Bloode blocks the low kick.
Bloode misses with a jab to the body
and Benn Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloode throws a right hand that misses
and Bloode takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Benn Jr fails to land with a series of punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A solid leg kick lands there for Benn Jr.
Bloode throws a lazy right hand but Benn Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloode keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloode takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1#
Benn Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloode looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Bloode takes one to the side of the head.
Nice shot lands for Benn Jr.
Benn Jr throws out a leg kick but Bloode moves out of range and Benn Jr only half commits.
Bloode gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Benn Jr jabs Bloode right on the nose. Bloode blinks but takes it well.#ROC2#Bloode is rocked!
Bloode gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Benn Jr gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Bloode is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nigel Benn Jr!
An out of breath Nigel Benn Jr 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 194     
Date:   Oct 15, 2022
#R1#
Creed connects with a jab.
Creed connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Creed looks to land a right hand but Bloode moved out of range.
Bloode misses the jab.
Bloode swings for the body but Creed moves out of range.
Bloode needs to keep his hands up - Creed had a free shot at his head there.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Bloode rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Creed makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Creed checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Creed swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bloode throws a leg kick that is checked#KD#
and Creed counters with a crisp right hand that drops Bloode! Creed lets Bloode back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Bloode is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Choctaw Bloode has been cut.#T1#
Creed uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bloode.
Creed moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
The fighters circling - Bloode throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bloode just misses with a punch to the body.
Creed throws a big counter combination but Bloode scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Bloode throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Creed sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A quick step to the side and Creed tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloode missing with a left hand there. Creed was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Bloode 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 Creed has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Creed and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Creed feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Bloode connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T2#
Creed moves out of range of the body kick.
Bloode throws a leg kick
and Creed counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Creed fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bloode just misses with a punch to the body.
A slow jab from Creed misses its intended target.
A big left from Bloode misses.
Creed throws the left hand but Bloode avoids the punch easily.
Bloode fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Creed.
Choctaw Bloode seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloode gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T3#
Creed misses with a leg kick.
Creed throws a hook to the side of Bloode's head but Bloode sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A little jabbing left from Bloode on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Creed throws a poor cross that misses
and Bloode counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Creed takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
It looked like Creed wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bloode 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.
Creed swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bloode fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Creed uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bloode.
Creed was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T4#
Creed throws a solid leg kick but Bloode takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Creed.
Creed scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Creed feints and then cracks Bloode's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bloode down.
Bloode scoring well with a low kick there.
Creed takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bloode ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Creed moves away.
Bloode staying out of range there.
Bloode throws a sloppy body shot
and Creed counters with a straight right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vernon Creed dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Choctaw Bloode's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Bloode tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Creed is able to avoid easily.
Creed feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Creed throws a hook to the side of Bloode's head but Bloode sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Creed checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Creed ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Creed is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bloode can do to turn this around?
Bloode tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Creed was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloode.
Bloode throws a leg kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode connects with an inside leg kick.
Creed throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Creed scores with a kick to the midsection.#T1#
Bloode misses with a leg kick.
Creed thinks about countering with a body kick.
Bloode with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bloode tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Creed was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloode.
Creed throws a big counter combination but Bloode scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Bloode doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Bloode throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Creed throws the kick towards the body but Bloode avoids it.
Nice shot lands for Creed.#T2#
Bloode connects with the punch.
Creed uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bloode.
Vernon Creed is winning the standup battle so far.
Bloode connects with a solid leg kick.
Bloode has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Creed.
A decent looking cross lands there for Creed.
Creed checks a leg kick.
Creed looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloode throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bloode throws a body kick that misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Creed misses its target.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Bloode.
Bloode throws out a counter right but Creed avoids it with no problem.
Creed lands a jab to the head.
Creed throws a hook but Bloode blocks it.
Creed throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bloode flicks out a counter leg kick but Creed steps away.
Creed blocks the body kick.
Bloode lands the left hand.
Creed avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Creed is looking to counter punch.
Creed throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Good exchange - Creed coming out on top.
Bloode missing with a left hand there. Creed was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Creed jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Bloode throws the kick towards the body but Creed avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Creed on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Creed scores with a spinning back kick!
Bloode misses with an uppercut #KD#
and Creed counters with a crisp right hand that drops Bloode! Creed lets Bloode back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Bloode is still on wobbly legs! Can Creed finish 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!
Creed measures up his opponent and throws a superman punch that connects to the jaw! Down goes Bloode! The ref steps in, and that's the ball game folks!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Vernon Creed!
In his post fight interview, Vernon Creed started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 184     
Date:   Sep 18, 2022
#R1#
Muller connects with a body shot that sends Bloode's belly button to the back.
Muller rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloode counters with a nice body kick.
Bloode throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Muller misses with a left hand
and Bloode counters with a stiff right hand.
Muller misses with a looping left.
Bloode swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Muller connects with a crisp jab.
Muller throws out a powerful jab.
Bloode throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bloode blocks a head kick by Muller.
Muller misses with a straight left.
Muller misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bloode is looking to counter with a body kick.
Muller jabs Bloode to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Stefan Muller seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloode jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloode sets himself, and Muller steps forward looking for the clinch! Bloode avoids it this time.
Bloode with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A low kick from Bloode misses #TD2#
and Muller counters with a single leg into guard. Bloode didn't expect that.

Bloode has his feet on Muller's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #T1#
Bloode takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A head kick by Muller misses
and Bloode counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#It looks like Stefan Muller has been cut.
Bloode has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Muller.
Muller uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bloode has time to react.
Bloode has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bloode there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bloode walks into a left hand.
A big left from Bloode misses.
The crowd cheers as Muller lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bloode doesn't seem phased though.
Muller thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bloode walks forward, straight into a front kick from Muller.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Muller jabs Bloode to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Muller lands with a hook. Bloode tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Muller scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Muller misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Muller 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.
Donk. Muller catches Bloode right on the button with a cross.
Muller is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Bloode had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Muller lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bloode is looking to chop away at Muller's legs.
Muller misses with an uppercut. Bloode saw that one coming.
Muller throws a lazy right hand but Bloode sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Bloode crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Muller - the referee stops the clock and Bloode gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Muller. Bloode manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Muller lands a lovely overhand right.
Bloode wants to slow Muller down by chopping away at his legs.
Muller throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bloode counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Choctaw Bloode is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bloode uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Muller.
A nice leg kick from Muller, right into the meat of the thigh.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Muller.
Jab, jab by Muller - just one landing. #T3#
Muller connects with a leg kick.
Bloode scores with a punch to the head.
Muller with a nice calf kick.
Bloode throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Muller uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bloode has time to react.
Bloode moves out of range of the leg kick from Muller.
Muller throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Bloode.
Muller moves out of range as Bloode throws a body kick.
Bloode misses with a low kick.
Muller bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bloode takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Muller throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloode on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Muller 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. #T4##CL2#
Muller closes the distance and clinches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloode takes an elbow to the forehead.
Bloode blocks an elbow strike.
Muller misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bloode swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Muller escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bloode keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloode was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bloode uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bloode ducks under a wild hook from Muller.
Bloode throws a quick counter kick to the body but Muller avoids it.
A nice combination there by Muller.
A bone on bone clash there as Muller blocks the leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Bloode.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Muller takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Muller connects with a high kick.
Muller looks to land a left hand but Bloode moved out of range nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Stefan Muller dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Stefan Muller'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#
Muller swings widly with a right hand
and Bloode counters with a nice body shot.
An inside leg kick from Bloode misses.
Muller avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Muller scores with a shot to the body.
Nice cross by Muller.
Muller throws a low kick but Bloode moves out of range easily.
Muller walks into a left hand.
Muller rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloode counters with a nice body shot.
Muller misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloode.
Bloode throws a hook to the side of Muller's head but Muller sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Muller is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Muller is looking to chop away at Bloode's legs.
Muller throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A swing and a miss from Muller.
Bloode throws a head kick but Muller moves out of range.
Bloode jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bloode 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.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Bloode misses the target.
Muller misses with the combination.
Bloode misses with an uppercut.
Bloode doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Muller bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bloode's head backwards.
Muller throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bloode feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Jab by Muller.
Stefan Muller seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A jab from Muller misses.
Muller is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloode.
We've been told by Bloode's head coaches at The Goya - 🥊 MMA Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Muller scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bloode doesn't seem bothered though.
Nice shot lands for Muller.
Muller has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Muller ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloode moves away.#T2#
Muller throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And Bloode counters with a quick kick to the body but Muller blocks it.
Muller misses the body punch
and Bloode counters with an inside leg kick.
Bloode uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Muller.
Muller swings and misses with a 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!
Bloode keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Muller throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloode.
Muller avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Muller throws a right hand that misses
and Bloode connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloode just misses with a punch to the body.
Bloode tries to land a leg kick but Muller saw it coming and moves away.
Muller with a nice calf kick.
Bloode thows a leg kick but Muller checks it #TD2#
and Muller counters with a nice double leg into side control. Bloode won't be happy with that.
Muller laying and praying for a moment but Bloode takes advantage and regains half guard.
Muller throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3#
Muller misses with a head shot. Bloode uses the momentum to regain guard.
Muller missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Muller trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Muller must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Muller accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bloode working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Muller.
Muller throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Muller trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Bloode keeping full guard, as Muller tries to pass.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Muller scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Muller wants to control from the top but Bloode keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Muller lands a right hook to the body.
A jab from Muller misses.
Muller lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bloode slips a straight right by Muller.
Bloode swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A good leg kick by Bloode.
Muller misses with a straight right.
Bloode fires out a quick counter leg kick but Muller just manages to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Stefan Muller showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Stefan Muller's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Muller thuds a left hand into Bloode's body.
Muller misses the jab.
Bloode needs to keep his hands up - Muller had a free shot at his head there.
Muller swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Donk. Muller catches Bloode right on the button with a cross.
Muller ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Muller lands with an overhand left.
Bloode's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Muller connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bloode scrambles back to his feet.
Bloode lands a glancing blow to the side of Muller's head.
A jab from Muller finds it's way through Bloode's defenses.
Muller dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bloode. That did some damage!
Bloode throws a low kick but Muller avoids it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloode throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloode misses the target. #T1#
Muller throws a head kick that misses.
Bloode misses with a looping left.
Muller connects with a single shot there.
Bloode has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Muller.
Bloode uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Muller.
Bloode lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A big right from Muller misses.
As Muller backs away, Bloode returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Muller slips under a jab from Bloode.
Muller lands with a hook. Bloode tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Muller misses with a combination
and Bloode counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#That has opened up Stefan Muller's cut even more.
Muller throws a body punch but Bloode moves out of range.
Muller misses with a looping left.
Bloode is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T2#
Bloode keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloode takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bloode throws a half hearted mid kick.
Muller avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloode uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Muller.
Bloode connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Muller's hands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloode lands a jab to the nose.
Muller connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bloode is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Muller throws a leg kick but Bloode checks it.
Bloode is looking to counter punch.
Muller waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloode.
Bloode looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Muller throws the left hand but Bloode avoids the punch easily.
A head kick by Muller misses
and Bloode counters with a nice body shot.
Muller misses with a left hand
and Bloode counters with a thumping low kick.
Muller takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bloode gets cracked there but stands up to it. #T3#
Muller stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bloode.
Muller loads up on a big right hand but Bloode slips the punch.
Bloode jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Muller avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloode swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Bloode with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Muller to score with a decent uppercut.
Bloode looks for the body kick but Muller saw that one coming.
Muller is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Muller lands an overhand right.
Muller thumps Bloode with a low kick.
Muller is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bloode quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Muller connects with a looping right hand. #T4#
Bloode moves out of range of the strikes.
Bloode looks for the body kick but Muller saw that one coming.
Muller is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Muller fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bloode looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Muller throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Muller scores with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Muller lands with an uppercut that bounces Bloode off the cage and back into range.
Bloode on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Muller waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloode.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bloode.
Choctaw Bloode has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Muller ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloode moves away.
Stefan Muller is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Muller throws a poor cross that misses
and Bloode counters with a low kick, right behind Muller 's knee.
Muller is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloode.
Bloode bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Stefan Muller comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Muller 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Stefan Muller!

An out of breath Stefan Muller 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 172     
Date:   Aug 17, 2022
#R1#
Bloode misses with a straight right.
Side throws a lazy right hand but Bloode sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloode replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Side blocks it well.
Bloode avoids the body shot from Side.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bloode. Side does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bloode scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Good shot there by Side.
Side thuds a left hand into Bloode's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode throws a predictable looking body shot
and Side connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloode changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bloode steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Side.
Bloode looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Bloode blocks a jab.
A countering left hand to the body from Bloode misses.
Bloode 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.
Bloode uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Side.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bloode! But no joy.
Side misses with a right hand
and Bloode counters with a leg kick.
Bloode takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bloode misses the body punch
and Side counters with a stiff right hand.
Bloode swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Side wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bloode misses with a low kick.
A quick step to the side and Side tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Side throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloode sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T2#
Bloode connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bloode ducks under a wild hook from Side.
Side scores with a punch to the head.
Side 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!
Side slips under a jab.
Side throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bloode finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Side throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Bloode lands a slapping body shot. #T3#
Bloode misses with a left hand
and Side counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bloode thinking.
Bloode misses with a looping left.
Bloode moves away from the strike by Side.
Side ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Side throws an off balance right hand
and Bloode counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bloode moves out of range of the strikes.
Bloode throws a fast counter high kick but Side manages to duck under it in time.
Bloode misses with an uppercut. Side saw that one coming.
Side misses with a body shot.
Some wild striking there from Side. #T4#
Bloode looks to land a right hand but Side moved out of range.
A jab from Side misses.
Bloode throws a leg kick that misses.
Bloode misses with a leg kick
and Bloode takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Side throws out a loose jab but Bloode uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloode misses with a left hand
and Side counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Side jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloode throws out a counter right but Side avoids it with no problem.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Iron Side dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Side blocks the body kick.
Side lands with a good body shot.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Bloode might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Side has got the better of the exchanges.
Bloode throws a jab but it's blocked by Side.
Side is looking to counter punch.
Side misses with a straight right.
Iron Side is winning the standup battle so far.
Side lands a right hook to the body.
Side falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bloode counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Side uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bloode. #T1#
A swing and a miss from Side.
Bloode tries a quick counter leg kick but Side is wise to it.
Side throws a hook but Bloode blocks it.
Side avoids a kick to the body.
Bloode throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Side walks forward, straight into a front kick from Bloode.
Bloode thumps Side with a low kick.
Bloode feints and then cracks Side's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Side down.
Side checks a leg kick.
It looked like Side wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bloode wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T2#
Bloode throws a lazy body kick
and Side cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloode ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Side connects with a single shot there.
Bloode ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Side moves away.
Bloode is looking to land body kicks.
Side's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bloode connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Side scrambles back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloode throws a body shot but no joy.
Side was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bloode misses with a wild body shot.
Side is looking to counter punch.#T3#
Bloode defending well as Side loads up on a big left hand.
Side missing with a left hand there. Bloode was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Side misses with an uppercut. Bloode saw that one coming.
Bloode lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Side pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bloode uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Side.
Side uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bloode.
Side tries to work over Bloode's front leg with a kick but Bloode checks it. #T4#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Bloode - that will leave a mark!
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Bloode 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.
Side misses with a looping right.
A little jabbing left from Bloode on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A big left from Side misses.
Bloode misses with a body kick.
Bloode just misses with a punch to the body.
Side is looking to counter punch.
Side checks the leg kick nicely there.
Side fails to land with a series of punches.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Side on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bloode. Bloode obviously looking to wear him down.
Bloode is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Side.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Bloode misses with an uppercut.
A little feinted left hand from Side on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bloode throws a shot from downtown. Side moves away and avoids it.
A counter left hand to the body from Side misses its target.
Bloode ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Side cracks Bloode with a good jab.
Bloode throws a hook but Side avoids it easily.
Side with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bloode to score with a decent uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Side checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Side is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloode.
Side checks a low kick from Bloode.
It looked like Side wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Bloode misses with a low kick.
Side fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bloode misses with an uppercut
and Side counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Side takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Side throws a body shot but no joy.
Side chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bloode can pounce on him.
Bloode thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bloode lands a body shot. #T2##KD#
Side cracks Bloode with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Side has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Bloode to stand back up!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Bloode rushes Side and presses him up against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Bloode scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bloode misses with the head strike.
Bloode lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Side leaning his opponent against the cage.
Bloode working aggressively here.
Bloode misses with a body punch.
Bloode goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Side blocks a body shot from Bloode. #T3#
Side presses Bloode against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bloode is working Side over against the cage.
Side blocks an uppercut.
Side scores with a nice hook to the head.
Side blocking some punches. #BC#
Side breaks the clinch.
Side throws a hook but Bloode blocks it.
Bloode throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A counter left hand to the body from Side misses its target.
Bloode displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Side throws out the jab.
Bloode steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Side has knocked Bloode down with a huge combo! Side steps away and waves a wobbly Bloode back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Bloode is rocked!#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloode looks to throw a body kick
and Side counters with a right hand from hell and Bloode is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:07 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Iron Side!

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 161     
Date:   Jul 15, 2022
#R1#
Cobb cracks a nice hook into Bloode's ribs.
Bloode keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloode looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bloode throws a leg kick but Cobb sees it coming and moves out of range.
Bloode motions for Cobb to come forward. Bloode throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bloode looks for the body kick but Cobb saw that one coming.
Cobb slips a jab from Bloode.
Bloode misses with a low kick.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode connects with a nice looking jab.
Bloode scores with a jab. Cobb acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bloode.
Cobb throwing a counter right hand but Bloode manages to avoid it.#T1#
Bloode throws a predictable looking body shot
and Cobb counters with a nice kick to the body.
Bloode misses with a hook.
Cobb throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bloode is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cobb.
Bloode tries to score with a low kick but Cobb moves his leg out of the way.
Cobb misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bloode looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Cobb bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bloode's head.#CUT#It looks like Choctaw Bloode has been cut.
Cobb throws a body kick that misses.
Bloode flicks out a counter leg kick but Cobb steps away.#T2#
Bloode lands with a nice body kick.
Bloode misses the jab.
Bloode moves out of range of the body kick from Cobb.
Bloode replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Cobb blocks it well.
Choctaw Bloode seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloode takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Cobb.
Bloode uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cobb.
Cobb throws an overhand right that lands on Bloode's shoulder, as Bloode tries to avoid the shot.
Cobb misses with a kick to the body. #T3#
Bloode shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Cobb misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Cobb throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Decent striking displayed by Cobb there.
Cobb moves out of range of the strikes.
Bloode lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Cobb punishes Bloode's body with a nice straight punch.
Bloode just misses with a punch to the body. #T4#
Cobb misses with a right hand
and Bloode counters with a stiff right hand.
Bloode takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bloode walks into a jab.
Cobb drops a shoulder and throws a monster hook that connects perfectly to the side of Bloode's head, knocking him out cold! Cobb is extatic as he celebrates with his cornermen.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Wallace Cobb!
A very excited looking Wallace Cobb 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 152     
Date:   Jun 08, 2022
#R1#
Bloode throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloode lets loose with a powerful body kick. Thomas will feel that in the morning.
Bloode dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Thomas. That did some damage!
Thomas tries a head kick but it misses.
A head kick misses from Bloode.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bloode.
Bloode thows a body kick. Thomas tries to catch it but that hurt him. #T1#
Both fighters circling a little - Bloode finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Thomas checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bloode scores with the left hand. Thomas knows he should have avoided that one.
Thomas throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bloode throws out a counter right but Thomas avoids it with no problem.
Thomas has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Thomas there as he acknowledges the shot.#CL2#
Bloode has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Thomas breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bloode 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. #T2#
Bloode throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It looked like Thomas wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bloode throws a sloppy head kick
and Bloode takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Thomas throws a shot from downtown. Bloode moves away and avoids it.
Bloode misses with a leg kick.
Bloode throws a poor cross that misses
and Thomas counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bloode thinking.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloode throws a leg kick
and Thomas connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
Thomas tries to land a front kick but Bloode steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bloode lands a leg kick that knocks Thomas off balance momentarily.
Thomas walks forward, straight into a front kick from Bloode.
Bloode throws a jab when Thomas was well out of range.
Thomas appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bloode throws a right hand that misses
and Thomas counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Thomas takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Bloode throws a poor cross that misses
and Thomas cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Thomas takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bloode dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Thomas. That did some damage!
Choctaw Bloode seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from Thomas finds it's way through Bloode's defenses.
Bloode bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Thomas's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thomas comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bloode is looking to land body kicks.
Thomas was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Bloode walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Thomas checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
As Bloode looks to move away, Thomas throws a big counter combo but Bloode just gets out of the way.
Crunch! Bloode slams his shin into Thomas's torso.
Thomas's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bloode connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Thomas scrambles back to his feet.
Bloode finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Thomas was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Thomas takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode misses with a straight right.
Thomas drops his hands momentarily and Bloode takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T1#
Thomas keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thomas lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Bloode is looking to slow Thomas down with leg kicks.
A big left from Thomas misses.
Bloode has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Thomas chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bloode can pounce on him.
Thomas looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bloode throws a hook but Thomas avoids it easily.
Bloode throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T2#
Bloode looks for the body kick but Thomas saw that one coming.
Thomas takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bloode gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Thomas counters with a stiff right hand.
Thomas moves out of range of the strikes.
Thomas appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Thomas throws a shot from downtown. Bloode moves away and avoids it.
Bloode lands a nice looking body kick.
Bloode throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Thomas throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bloode avoids it.#T3#
Bloode throws the kick towards the body but Thomas avoids it.
Thomas was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A shot to the liver by Bloode. Beautiful body shot.
Thomas moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A big right from Bloode misses.
As Bloode backs away, Thomas returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Thomas shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Thomas takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T4#
Bloode throws a half hearted mid kick.
Bloode takes a swing at Thomas's ribcage but misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Thomas misses the target.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloode.
Bloode throws a front kick aimed at Thomas's knee but Thomas avoids it well.
Thomas was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bloode missing with a left hand there. Thomas was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A counter left hand to the body from Thomas misses its target.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bloode 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.

Choctaw Bloode showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Bloode tried to score with a low kick but Thomas checks it.
A combination from Thomas does no damage.
Bloode thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bloode misses with an uppercut.
A little feinted left hand from Thomas on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Thomas displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloode throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Bloode lands a nice hook to Thomas's body. Thomas takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Bloode lands a nice leg kick that just misses Thomas's sensitive parts.
Bloode connects with a leg kick.
Bloode misses the jab.
It looked like Thomas wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bloode throws out a loose jab but Thomas uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thomas was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bloode throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Thomas sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Thomas is looking for a counter combo.
Thomas throws a poor cross that misses
letting Bloode counter with a right hand. #T2#
Nice defenses there by Thomas.
Choctaw Bloode seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bloode throws an off balance right hand
and Bloode takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A jab from Bloode misses.
Bloode fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Thomas is out of range.
Thomas throws the left hand but Bloode avoids the punch easily.
Thomas moves out of range as Bloode throws a body kick.
It looked like Thomas was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Thomas will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.#T3#
Bloode misses the body punch
and Thomas counters with a nice uppercut.
Bloode throws a wild body kick that Thomas sees coming a mile off.
An attempted straight right counter from Thomas misses the target.
A lazy body kick from Bloode
enabling Thomas to counter with a crisp jab.
Patrick Thomas has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bloode uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Thomas.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloode.
Thomas takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bloode misses with a leg kick
and Thomas counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Bloode uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Thomas has time to react.
Bloode bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Thomas's head.
Bloode feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Thomass jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloode scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Thomas misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bloode looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Thomas throws a counter high kick but Bloode was just alert enough to avoid it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Choctaw Bloode!

Choctaw Bloode decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 145     
Date:   May 15, 2022
#R1#
Camara throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Camara jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloode connects with an inside leg kick.
Bloode slips under a jab.
Camara throws out a powerful jab.
Camara cracks Bloode with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bloode walks into a jab.
Camara wants to clinch.
Camara has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Silverback MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Ibrahim Camara seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Camara throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT2#It looks like Ibrahim Camara has been cut.
Bloode steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Camara.
Bloode tries a quick counter leg kick but Camara is wise to it.
Camara lands with a thumping leg kick.
Camara looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#CL2#
Bloode moves into range and clinches up with Camara.#T1#
Bloode tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bloode lands a nice uppercut.
Bloode tries a body shot but Camara blocks it.
Camara lands a right hand.
Camara pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Bloode lands a body punch.
Bloode tries to throw a body punch but Camara avoids it by throwing Bloode back against the cage.
Bloode lands a nice uppercut.
Camara swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Camara lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Camara lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bloode backwards.
Camara pushes off an throws an elbow but Bloode leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Camara blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Camara throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Camara misses with an elbow strike.
Bloode avoids a wild elbow strike from Camara.
Camara scores with a shoulder strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloode tries to throw a body punch but Camara avoids it by throwing Bloode back against the cage.
Bloode can't find room to land a body shot as Camara controls the action.
Bloode blocks the elbow strike.
Bloode lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Camara backwards. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Camara. #BC#
Camara breaks the clinch.
A big left from Bloode misses.
Camara throws a head kick that Bloode semi-blocks.
Bloode lands a slapping body shot.
Bloode misses with a low kick.
Bloode looks to land a left hand but Camara moved out of range nicely.
Camara misses with a head kick.
Camara takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Camara misses with a head kick.
Bloode throws a big counter head kick but Camara avoids it with no problem.
Bloode tries to land a front kick but Camara steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bloode avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bloode looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bloode just misses with a punch to the body.
Camara is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
A big right from Camara misses.
Camara lands with a good body shot.
Camara looks for the body kick but Bloode saw that one coming.
Bloode appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bloode bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bloode uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Camara.
Camara lands a front kick.
Camara throws the left hand but Bloode avoids the punch easily.
Bloode takes one on the button.
Bloode takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Camara keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Camara feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bloodes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Camara throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A clash of legs there as Camara blocks the low kick.
Camara jabs Bloode right on the nose. Bloode blinks but takes it well.#T4#
Bloode 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!
Bloode throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Camara misses with a shot to the body
and Bloode counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Camara looks to throw the jab but Bloode is out of range.
A little jabbing left from Bloode on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bloode throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Camara throws a solid leg kick but Bloode takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Camara.
Bloode feints a counter leg kick.
Camara misses with a body shot
and Bloode counters with a left to the body.
Camara ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloode moves away.
Camara throws an off balance right hand
and Bloode counters with a body kick that stops Camara in his tracks momentarily.
Bloode connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Camara's hands.
Camara moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Camara fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bloode.
Camara is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloode.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Camara throws a lazy right hand but Bloode 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.

Ibrahim Camara dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ibrahim Camara's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Camara ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Camara is looking to counter with head kicks.
Camara tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bloode manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Camara is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bloode can do to turn this around?
Camara moves out of range of the body kick from Bloode.
Camara tests Bloode's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bloode looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Camara fires out a quick counter leg kick but Bloode just manages to avoid it.
Bloode turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#CL#
Camara has closed the distance and engaged Bloode in a clinch.
Camara blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Camara misses with an elbow strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Camara.
Camara misses with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode digs a right hand into Camara's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Camara's gas tank.
Camara blocks an uppercut.
Bloode can't find room to land a body shot as Camara controls the action.
Bloode lands a left hand that snaps the head of Camara backwards. #BC#
Camara escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bloode ducks under a wild hook from Camara.
Bloode keeps Camara at a distance using the push kick. #T1#
Bloode lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Camara misses with a body kick.
Bloode connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Camara checks the leg kick.
Camara throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Camara throws a shot from downtown. Bloode moves away and avoids it.#CL#
Camara gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Bloode throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bloode avoids the elbow strike from Camara, against the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Camara throws an elbow but misses.
Ibrahim Camara has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC#
Camara pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Camara takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Bloode moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Bloode with a nice cross.
Bloode throws a body punch but Camara moves out of range.
Bloode just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromCamara.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloode cracks Camara with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Camara throws a head kick that misses.
Camara tries to clinch up
enabling Bloode to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#Ibrahim Camara's cut is getting worse.
Bloode slips under a jab.
Camara throws a good cross that connects.
Camara fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloode manages to avoid it.
Bloode looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Camara pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bloode appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bloode lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Camara throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloode counters with a good low kick that Camara was not able to check.
Camara has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bloode.
Bloode fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Camara.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloode. #T3#
Bloode misses with a low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Camara on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Camara shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Camara throws a hook but Bloode avoids it easily.
Bloode throws a quick inside leg kick.
Camara tries to land a front kick but Bloode steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Camara throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloode will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Bloode keeps the fight on the outside.
Bloode avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Camara misses with a right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Camara misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bloode follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Bloode connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloode misses the target.
Camara connects with a solid leg kick. #T4#
Camara attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bloode fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Camara has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bloode throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Camara scores with a jab. Bloode acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Camara fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Camara goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Bloode misses with a kick to the body.
Bloode scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Camara doesn't seem bothered though.
Choctaw Bloode seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Camara moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bloode fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Camara is out of range.
Camara jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Camara misses with a wild body shot.
Bloode ducks under a wild hook from Camara.
Bloode appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#KD2#
Bloode drops Camara with a beautiful combination! Camara stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Bloode is looking for the KO!#CUT2#Ibrahim Camara's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Camara scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ibrahim Camara's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bloode takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bloode! But no joy.
Bloode checks a leg kick.
Bloode was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Camara throws a leg kick #KD2#
and Bloode counters with a crisp right hand that drops Camara! Bloode lets Camara back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Camara is rocked!
Bloode sees an opening and throws a straight punch right through Camara's defenses. It connects perfectly with Camara's jaw and knocks him out cold! Wow - that's a contender for knockout of the year - absolutely brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Choctaw Bloode!
Choctaw Bloode decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Ibrahim Camara was interviewed post fight and said 'Fuck you, I never lied ! '.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 138     
Date:   Apr 20, 2022
#R1#
Bolt moves out of range as Bloode throws a body kick.
Bolt fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bloode has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A punch combination from Bolt misses.
As Bolt backs away, Bloode returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bloode.
Bolt 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.
Bolt jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloode throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloode throws a shot from downtown. Bolt moves away and avoids it.
Bolt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloode throws a hook but Bolt blocks it.
Bolt throws a right hand that misses
and Bloode counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolt tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bolt throws a leg kick but Bloode moved away.
Bloode lands with a nice body kick.
Bolt misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Bolt jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloode dodges the punch combination from Bolt.
Bolt throws out a leg kick but Bloode moves out of range and Bolt only half commits.
Bolt wants to slow Bloode down by chopping away at his legs.
Bloode half committed to a counter leg kick.
Bolt punishes Bloode's body with a nice straight punch.
Bloode misses with a wild body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Bolt misses.
Bloode throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Bolt scores with a nice head shot.
Bloode pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bloode fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Bolt is out of range.
Bolt changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bolt digs a good body shot into Bloode's ribs.#T2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Bolt looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bolt takes a swing at Bloode's ribcage but misses.
Bolt darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Bloode closes the distance and clinches.
Bloode working aggressively here.
Bloode misses with some punches.
Bolt tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bloode has a couple of punches blocked by Bolt.
Bloode lands a shot to the body.
Bloode misses with a punch on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Bloode.
A left hand lands to the body for Bolt.
Bolt lands a hook that snaps the head of Bloode backwards.
Bloode tries a body shot but Bolt blocks it.
Bolt lands a nice uppercut.#T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloode.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bolt.
Bloode lands a right hand.
Bolt scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A head punch on the inside from Bolt fails to land.
Bloode lands a nice uppercut.
Bloode has a couple of punches blocked by Bolt.
Bolt throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bloode swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bolt tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bolt lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bolt lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bloode backwards.
Bolt tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bloode's elbow.
Bolt can't find room to land a body shot as Bloode controls the action.
A right hook to the body lands for Bolt.
Bloode throws a punch but it's blocked by Bolt.
Bolt pushes Bloode back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bolt blocking some punches. #T4#
Bloode tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Bolt manages to break the clinch.
Bloode lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bolt is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bloode rather than just go for the knockout.
Bolt scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bloode explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Bolt bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bloode's head.
Bolt closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CUT#It looks like Ryan Bolt has been cut.
Bloode tries to land a body kick#CL2#
and Bolt moves into the clinch.
Bloode misses with a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Bloode.
Bolt throws a head punch that misses.
Bolt swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bloode lands a hook that snaps the head of Bolt backwards.
A short uppercut from Bolt.
Bloode is leaning against Bolt and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ryan Bolt will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ryan Bolt'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.#R2#
Bolt feints and then cracks Bloode's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bloode down.
Bolt misses with a hook. Bloode ducked under it nicely.
Bloode throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Bolt fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloode manages to avoid it.
Bloode throws out a leg kick but Bolt moves out of range and Bloode only half commits.
Bolt flicks out a counter leg kick but Bloode steps away.
Ryan Bolt seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bolt walks into a stiff left hand from Bloode.
A bone on bone clash there as Bolt blocks the leg kick.
Bolt tries to clinch up.
And Bloode counters with a quick kick to the body but Bolt blocks it.
Bolt throws a nice outside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode throws the kick towards the body but Bolt avoids it.
A good leg kick by Bloode.
Bloode blocks a jab.
A quick step to the side and Bloode tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bolt avoids the body shot from Bloode. #T1##CL2#
Bolt darts in and clinches Bloode up against the cage.
Bloode swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bloode can't find room to land a body shot as Bolt controls the action.
A nice left hand lands by Bolt.
Ryan Bolt seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Bloode misses with a body punch.
Bolt misses with some punches.
Bloode lands a shoulder strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloode.
Bloode misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bloode misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bloode misses with a punch to the body.
Bloode managing to block the knees to the body from Bolt.
Bolt lands a body punch.
A short left from Bolt.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bolt.
Bolt tries to throw a body punch but Bloode avoids it by throwing Bolt back against the cage.
Bolt pushes Bloode back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T2#
Bloode misses with a punch on the inside.
Bolt throws a punch but it's blocked by Bloode.
Bloode fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bolt doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bloode misses with the head strike.
Good body shot from Bolt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bolt lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bloode backwards.
Bolt lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bolt misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bloode takes a shot to the head.
Bloode tries to throw a body punch but Bolt avoids it by throwing Bloode back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bolt.
Bolt throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bolt.
Bloode swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bolt lands a body punch in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Bolt fails to land.
Bolt tries to throw a body punch but Bloode avoids it by throwing Bolt back against the cage. #T3#
Bolt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bloode stalling.
Still in the clinch, Bolt scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bolt throws a punch but it's blocked by Bloode.
Bloode throws a punch but it's blocked by Bolt.
Bolt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bolt tries for a takedown. No joy.
Bloode misses with some punches.
Bolt makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bolt lands a hook that snaps the head of Bloode backwards.
Bolt misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bloode lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bloode.
A left hand lands to the body for Bloode.
Bloode lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bolt backwards.
Bolt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bolt blocking some punches. #T4#
Bolt misses with the head strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloode lands a left hand.
Bloode throws a punch but it's blocked by Bolt.
Bloode lands a shot to the body.
Bloode swings wildly with an uppercut but Bolt uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bolt.
Bloode tries to throw a body punch but Bolt avoids it by throwing Bloode back against the cage.
Bloode tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bolt's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloode.
Bolt lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bloode backwards.
Bloode misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bloode working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Bloode pushes Bolt back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bolt pushes Bloode back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bloode blocks a body shot from Bolt.
Bloode lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bolt or not.
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 Choctaw Bloode will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ryan Bolt's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Bloode throws a front kick aimed at Bolt's knee but Bolt avoids it well.
Bolt misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Bloode counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Bolt lands a nice shot to the body.
Bolt ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloode moves away.
As Bolt backs away, Bloode returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Bolt fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloode manages to avoid it.
Bloode punishes Bolt's body with a nice straight punch.
Bloode takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bolt misses with a hook
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Bolt throws a body punch but Bloode moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jab by Bloode.
Bloode slips under a jab from Bolt.
Bloode takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bolt with a nice calf kick.#T1#
Bolt throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloode counters with a nice uppercut.
Bolt throws a shot from downtown. Bloode moves away and avoids it.
Bolt throws a body punch but Bloode moves out of range.
Bloode pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd cheers as Bolt lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bloode doesn't seem phased though.
Bolt defending well as Bloode loads up on a big left hand.
Bloode throws a leg kick which misses Bolt's front leg but catches the back leg as Bolt tries to avoid it.
Bolt lands a right hook to the body.
Bolt takes a swing at Bloode's ribcage but misses.
Danga de danga de dang - Bolt scores with a four punch combination!
Bolt misses with a few strikes there. #T2#
Bloode misses the shot to the body.
Bloode scores with a nice 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!
Bolt swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
It looked like Bloode wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bloode avoids the body shot from Bolt.
Bolt misses with an uppercut.
Bloode looks for the body kick but Bolt saw that one coming.
A low kick from Bloode misses
and Bolt counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bloode tries to land a front kick but Bolt steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bolt looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bolt throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Bloode counter with a right hand.
Bolt throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bolt feints a jab promting Bloode to slip. Bolt then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Bloode slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CL2#
Bolt gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T3#
Bloode misses with a body punch.
Bolt blocks an uppercut.
Bolt struggles to land a body shot inside as Bloode controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Bolt fails to land.
Bloode misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bloode takes a shot to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bloode.
Bolt misses with the head strike.
Bloode misses with some punches.
Bloode has a couple of punches blocked by Bolt.
Bolt blocking some punches.
Bolt lands a nice shot to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bolt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bolt misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Bolt. #T4#
A nice right hand lands inside from Bloode.
Bloode lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bolt backwards.
Bloode lands a shot to the body.
Bolt blocks a body shot from Bloode.
Bloode lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bolt creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Bloode manages to break the clinch.
Bloode keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bolt punishes Bloode's body with a nice straight punch.
Bolt jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloode went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Bolt jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bolt throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bolt throws a sloppy body shot
and Bloode cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ryan Bolt comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bolt 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:29
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Ryan Bolt!

Our winner, Ryan Bolt, 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: Sucker Punch Pro Series 129     
Date:   Mar 20, 2022
#R1#
A head kick by Warlovski misses
and Bloode counters with a good low kick that Warlovski was not able to check.
A leg kick checked by Warlovski.
Bloode throws a lazy uppercut
letting Warlovski counter with a right hand.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Warlovski scoring well with a low kick there.
Warlovski moves out of range of the body kick from Bloode.
A little feinted left hand from Warlovski on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Warlovski misses with a head kick.
Bloode follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Warlovski tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bloode is able to avoid easily.
Bloode scores with a spinning back kick!
Bloode throws the kick towards the body but Warlovski avoids it.#T1#
Warlovski gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bloode.
Bloode is looking to land body kicks.
Bloode tries to work over Warlovski's front leg with a kick but Warlovski checks it.
Warlovski throws a push kick but Bloode slaps the foot to one side.
Bloode is trying to counter with his kicks.#CL2#
Bloode closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bloode misses with a short punch on the inside.
Warlovski tries to break the clinch but Bloode is controlling the position.
Bloode presses Warlovski against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bloode has a couple of punches blocked by Warlovski.
A head punch on the inside from Warlovski fails to land. #BC#
Warlovski's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bloode throws a head kick that misses.
Warlovski throws a quick counter head kick but Bloode was just out of range.#T2#
Bloode throws a poor cross that misses
and Warlovski counters with a good low kick that Bloode was not able to check.
Nice body kick there by Warlovski.
Warlovski has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Heavy Metal in the buildup to the fight.
Warlovski lands a right hook to the body.
Nice body kick there by Bloode.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bloode avoids the body shot from Warlovski.
Nice uppercut lands for Bloode. That snapped Warlovski's head back.
Bloode connects with a crisp jab.
Bloode avoids the head kick by Warlovski. #T3#
A solid leg kick lands there for Bloode.
Bloode throws a front kick aimed at Warlovski's knee but Warlovski avoids it well.
Warlovski appears to be looking for a big counter.
Warlovski misses with a body kick.
A big left from Bloode misses.
A little feinted left hand from Warlovski on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bloode blocks a jab.
A low kick lands for Bloode.
Bloode lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Warlovski 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T4#
Bloode tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Warlovski is able to avoid easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Warlovski misses the target.
Bloode ducks under a wild hook from Warlovski.
Bloode tries a quick counter leg kick but Warlovski is wise to it.
Bloode misses with a leg kick
and Warlovski counters with a leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bloode. Warlovski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bloode throws a looping overhand right but Warlovski ducks down to avoid it.
Warlovski throwing a counter right hand but Bloode manages to avoid it.
Bloode dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Warlovski. That did some damage!
Warlovski checks the leg kick nicely there.
Warlovski lands a nice looking body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Warlovski misses with a lunging right hand
and Bloode counters with a thumping low kick.
Bloode has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bloode with the inside leg kick.
Warlovski connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bloode fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Warlovski looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Warlovski looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloode is just out of range.
Bloode throws a hook but Warlovski avoids it easily.
It looked like Warlovski wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Warlovski lands a high kick!
Bloode is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Warlovski.
Bloode is looking to chop away at Warlovski's legs.
Warlovski was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T1#
Bloode lunges at Warlovski with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Warlovski's hand.
Bloode scores with a spinning back kick!
A jab from Warlovski misses.
Warlovski connects with a looping right hand.
Bloode throws an off balance right hand
and Warlovski counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Warlovski misses with an uppercut.
Bloode finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Bloode 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.
Bloode connects with a leg kick. #T2#
Warlovski needs to keep his hands up - Bloode had a free shot at his head there.
Warlovski lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bloode's sensitive parts.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Warlovski lands a front kick.
Warlovski stalks Bloode and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Bloode's face. Bloode staggers backwards, shaken.
Bloode tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Warlovski was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloode.
Both fighters circling a little - Bloode finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Bloode throws a quick inside leg kick. #T3#
Warlovski misses with a low kick.
Bloode counters with a body kick.
A leg kick checked by Bloode.
Bloode throws out a loose jab but Warlovski uses good head movement to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Warlovski misses the target.
Bloode lands with a straight right. Warlovski didn't see that one coming.
Bloode throws a head kick but Warlovski moves out of range.
An inside leg kick from Bloode misses.
Choctaw Bloode seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Warlovski blocks a low kick nicely.
Warlovski throwing a counter right hand but Bloode manages to avoid it.
Both fighters circling a little - Bloode finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #T4#
Warlovski takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bloode lands with a nice body kick.
Bloode rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Warlovski counters with a nice uppercut.
Bloode misses with a body kick.
Warlovski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A big left from Bloode misses.
Bloode throws a half hearted mid kick.
Warlovski appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bloode goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
And Warlovski counters with a quick kick to the body but Bloode blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Warlovski steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bloode.
A little feinted left hand from Warlovski on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Igor Warlovski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bloode thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Warlovski if he has to take too many more of those.
Bloode misses with a hook
and Warlovski counters with a nice body shot.
Warlovski blocks a low kick nicely.
Warlovski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Warlovski will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Warlovski stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode is looking to slow Warlovski down with leg kicks.
Warlovski keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #T1#
Bloode throws out a leg kick but Warlovski moves out of range and Bloode only half commits.
Bloode lands with a kick to the ribs.
Warlovski takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Bloode goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Warlovski thinks about countering with a body kick.
Bloode misses with an uppercut.
Warlovski looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Bloode tries to land a leg kick but Warlovski saw it coming and moves away.
Warlovski seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A cross from Bloode lands.
Bloode looks to score with a jab to the body but Warlovski is just out of range.#T2#
A combination from Warlovski does no damage.
Bloode throws the kick towards the body but Warlovski avoids it.
As Bloode looks to move away, Warlovski throws a big counter combo but Bloode just gets out of the way.
Warlovski checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bloode throws a lazy body kick
and Warlovski counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bloode avoids the head kick by Warlovski.
Warlovski throws a series of punches but Bloode avoids them all with ease.
Warlovski is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bloode throws a body kick that misses. #T3#
Warlovski looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bloode lands with a nice body kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bloode connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bloode lands a nice leg kick that just misses Warlovski's sensitive parts.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bloode.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Warlovski checks a leg kick.
Warlovski misses with a straight right.
Bloode throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little feinted left hand from Warlovski on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T4#
Bloode scores with a punch to the head.
Bloode throws a low kick but Warlovski moves out of range easily.
Warlovski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Warlovski throws a front kick aimed at Bloode's knee but Bloode avoids it well.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bloode. Warlovski does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bloode lets loose with a powerful body kick. Warlovski will feel that in the morning.
Bloode works the jab nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Choctaw Bloode comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bloode 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Choctaw Bloode!

A relieved looking Choctaw Bloode 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: Sucker Punch Pro Series 121     
Date:   Feb 20, 2022
#R1#
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloode throwing a counter right hand but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov is looking to clinch but Bloode is avoiding it.
Nice shot lands for Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov moves away from the strike by Bloode.
Kuznetsov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kuznetsov throws a looping overhand right but Bloode ducks down to avoid it.
Kuznetsov throws the left hand but Bloode avoids the punch easily.
A little feinted left hand from Bloode on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight right.
Jab, jab by Bloode - just one landing. #CUT#It looks like Aleks Kuznetsov has been cut.
Kuznetsov misses with a right hand
and Bloode makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Aleks Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloode connects with a leg kick.
Kuznetsov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bloode.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kuznetsov with a nice cross.
Bloode takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kuznetsov works the jab nicely.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick but Bloode moves out of range.
Bloode looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T1#
Kuznetsov throws out a loose jab but Bloode uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloode bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kuznetsov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kuznetsov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kuznetsov looks to land a left hand but Bloode moved out of range nicely.
Bloode was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kuznetsov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Some wild striking there from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov connects with a nice looking jab.
Bloode avoids a kick to the body.
Bloode tried to counter with a leg kick but Kuznetsov avoided it.
Bloode swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov throws a poor cross that misses
and Bloode counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kuznetsov shoots in looking for a takedown but Bloode manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kuznetsov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kuznetsov lands with a shot to the body.
Decent striking displayed by Kuznetsov there.#T2#
Kuznetsov looks to throw the jab but Bloode is out of range.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild body shot.
Bloode throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloode slips a straight right by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a big shot that misses.
Kuznetsov throws a lazy right hand but Bloode sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloode takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Bloode.
Kuznetsov just misses with a punch to the body.
Bloode throws a quick counter head kick but Kuznetsov was just out of range.
Kuznetsov cracks Bloode with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kuznetsov thuds his right hand into Bloode's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bloode takes one on the button.
Kuznetsov misses with a lunging right hand
and Bloode counters with a good low kick that Kuznetsov was not able to check.
Kuznetsov throws a right hand that misses
and Bloode counters with a series of strikes. Kuznetsov will be more careful next time no doubt.
Bloode lands a slapping body shot.
Bloode displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kuznetsov throws out the jab.
Bloode is looking to counter punch.#T3#
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bloode looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kuznetsov throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloode.
Bloode fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kuznetsov just manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov throws a shot from downtown. Bloode moves away and avoids it.
A low kick lands for Bloode.
Kuznetsov missing with a left hand there. Bloode was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bloode quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Kuznetsov throws out a loose jab but Bloode uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloode is looking to counter with a body kick.
Kuznetsov throws an off balance right hand
and Bloode counters with an outside leg kick.
Bloode on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kuznetsov scores with a nice strike.
Bloode cracks Kuznetsov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Choctaw Bloode is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice shot by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov avoids the head kick by Bloode.
Bloode ducks under a wild hook from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov 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.
Kuznetsov throws a shot from downtown. Bloode moves away and avoids it.
Kuznetsov throws a nice looking combination but Bloode bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kuznetsov throws a good cross that connects. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kuznetsov looks to throw the jab but Bloode is out of range.
Kuznetsov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bloode. That did some damage!
Bloode uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tests Bloode's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kuznetsov missing with a left hand there. Bloode was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A big right from Kuznetsov misses.
Bloode throwing a counter right hand but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Bloode misses with a low kick.
Kuznetsov catches Bloode with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bloode doesn't manage to clinch there - Kuznetsov circles away.
Bloode throws out a loose jab but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but Bloode moves out of range.
Kuznetsov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Bloode 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.
Kuznetsov shoots in looking for a takedown. Bloode tries to sprawl out of it but Kuznetsov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bloode manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bloode takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aleks Kuznetsov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Aleks Kuznetsov'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.#R2#
Kuznetsov misses the shot to the body.
Bloode missing with a left hand there. Kuznetsov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bloode 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.
Kuznetsov avoids the body shot from Bloode.
Bloode moves out of range as Kuznetsov strikes.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight right.
Kuznetsov cracks Bloode with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jab by Kuznetsov.
A jab from Bloode misses.
Kuznetsov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bloode takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CL2#
Bloode tries to keep at a distance but Kuznetsov has taken the fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nice body punch from Bloode.
Bloode is trying to maintain a safe position but Kuznetsov gets an underhook and turns Bloode into the cage.
Bloode swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloode lands with a right to the head. #T1#
Bloode tries to throw a body punch but Kuznetsov avoids it by throwing Bloode back against the cage.
Kuznetsov is trying to break free.
Bloode digs a right hand underneath Kuznetsov's ribcage. Kuznetsov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Bloode swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloode looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kuznetsov misses with a punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov is trying to break the clinch but Bloode is controlling him.
Kuznetsov wants to break free but Bloode has control.
Kuznetsov is trying to force a seperation but Bloode has the dominant position.
Kuznetsov wants to break free but Bloode has control.
Bloode softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A body shot lands from Bloode.
Kuznetsov is breathing heavily.
Bloode keeps control of Kuznetsov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Kuznetsov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kuznetsov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A head punch on the inside from Bloode fails to land.
A right handed body shot lands from Bloode.
A nice left hand lands by Bloode.
Bloode lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T2#
Bloode lands with a short shot to the head.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Bloode throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kuznetsovs head.
Bloode lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
A short right from Bloode on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloode scores with a shot to the side of Kuznetsov's head.
Kuznetsov is trying to force a seperation but Bloode has the dominant position.#BC2#
Kuznetsov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bloode thows a left - swing and a miss!
Good exchange - Kuznetsov coming out on top.#KD#
Bloode lands a big uppercut and Kuznetsov crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Kuznetsov looks OK. Bloode waves Kuznetsov back to his feet!#ROC#Kuznetsov is rocked!
Kuznetsov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kuznetsov is still on wobbly legs! Can Bloode finish him?
Kuznetsov misses with a jab to the body
and Bloode counters with a leg kick.
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Bloode engages and cracks Kuznetsov with a massive lead left hook - Kuznetsov tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Bloode is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Choctaw Bloode!
Our winner, Choctaw Bloode, 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: Sucker Punch Pro Series 113     
Date:   Jan 26, 2022
#R1#
Barnes throws a leg kick but Bloode sees it coming and moves out of range.
Barnes misses with a low kick.
Barnes staying out of range there.
And Barnes tries to counter it with a takedown but Bloode pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Barnes sizes up Bloode with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Barnes swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD2#
Bloode gets caught napping as Barnes dives in and scores a takedown. Bloode manages to retain guard.
Bloode is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Westside Martial Arts that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Barnes is looking to work some ground and pound but Bloode has wrist control.
Barnes is looking to pass into half guard but Bloode pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Bloode is in guard.#REVR#
Bloode slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Barnes lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Bloode keeping full guard, as Barnes tries to pass. #T1#
Bloode avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Bloode utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Barnes is looking to work some ground and pound but Bloode has wrist control.
Barnes throws a strike but Bloode rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Barnes 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.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Barnes is on top in guard. #REVB#
Bloode preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Barnes missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2#
Barnes throws a big elbow that misses.
Barnes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bloode swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Barnes throwing strikes from guard but Bloode blocks nicely.
Barnes working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Barnes postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Bloode avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Bloode avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Barnes working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Barnes is looking to work some ground and pound but Bloode has wrist control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Barnes accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T3#
Bloode working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Barnes.
Barnes loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Barnes trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Barnes in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bloode utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Bloode looking to control but Barnes passes into half guard.
Barnes misses with a head shot. Bloode uses the momentum to regain guard.
Bloode is pulling down on Barnes's head to control his posture.
Bloode looking to control. #T4#
Barnes with a flurry of punches that miss.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Barnes accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bloode keeping full guard, as Barnes tries to pass.
Bloode is looking to stand up but Barnes isn't so interested in that idea.
Barnes looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Bloode takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Barnes keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Barnes chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Barnes moves out of range of the body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Abraham Barnes 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#
Bloode goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Barnes misses with an uppercut. Bloode saw that one coming.
Bloode misses the jab.
A jab from Barnes misses.
Barnes takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Barnes turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bloode bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A clash of legs there as Bloode blocks the low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnes will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Barnes thows a leg kick but Bloode checks it
and Bloode counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Bloode lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Barnes is breathing heavily.
Bloode swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Barnes displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloode throws out the jab.
Bloode lands the left hand.
Barnes has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Choctaw Bloode is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bloode on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Choctaw Bloode is winning the standup battle so far.
Barnes tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bloode avoids the head kick by Barnes.
Bloode appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Barnes throws a shot to the body.
Barnes falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bloode comes in over the top with a devastating right hand! Barnes stumbles back against the cage, looking to regain his senses but Bloode is on him like rabid pit bull! Barnes slumps to the ground under a storm of punches and this fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Choctaw Bloode!
An out of breath Choctaw Bloode 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 103     
Date:   Dec 17, 2021
#R1#
Bautista takes a swing at Bloode's ribcage but misses.
Bautista throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bloode misses with a wild body shot.
Bloode misses with a low kick.
A head kick from Bloode lands but Bautista takes it in his stride. #CUT2#It looks like Drax Bautista has been cut.
Bloode on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bautista. Bautista obviously looking to wear him down.
Bautista takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Drax Bautista seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bautista scores with a nice head shot.
Bautista fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bautista looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nice body kick there by Bautista.
Bautista ducks under a wild hook from Bloode.#T1#
Good leg kick by Bautista.
Bautista moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bautista throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bloode stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bloode takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bautista throws a body punch but Bloode moves out of range.
Bautista backing away here, and Bloode unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Bloode moves out of range of the body kick from Bautista.
Bloode doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bloode misses with a wild body shot.
Bautista seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Bloode loads up on a big right hand but Bautista slips the punch.
Bloode misses with a body kick.
A big right from Bloode misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Bautista misses the target.
Bloode connects with a single shot there.
Bautista lands with a right hand. #T2#
Bloode cracks a nice hook into Bautista's ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bautista lands a nice looking body shot.
Nice uppercut lands for Bautista. That snapped Bloode's head back.
Bautista takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bloode goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Bautista takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bloode misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bautista feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bautista.
Bloode moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bloode swings for the body but Bautista moves out of range.
Bautista throws a leg kick
and Bloode counters with a solid body kick. #T3#
Bautista checks a leg kick nicely.
Bautista is looking to counter punch.
Bautista tries to bum rush Bloode with a series of wild strikes but Bloode uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A leg kick checked by Bautista.
Both fighters circling a little - Bloode finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bloode checks a leg kick.
Bloode swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bautista throws a low kick but Bloode moves out of range easily.
Bloode now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Bloode wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bautista lands a head shot.
Bautista keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloode moves forwards but Bautista connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bautista swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bloode.#T4#
Bloode attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bautista feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Bloode catches Bautista with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bautista is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bautista throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bautista connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bloode throws a chopping leg kick but Bautista manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bautista moves out of range as Bloode throws a body kick.
Bloode just misses with a punch to the body.
Bautista works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bautista defending well as Bloode loads up on a big left hand.
Bloode is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bautista rather than just go for the knockout.
Bautista throws a one two combo.
Bloode avoids the body shot from Bautista.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Drax Bautista dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Drax Bautista'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.#R2#
Bautista feints and then cracks Bloode's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bloode down.
Bautista throws a leg kick but Bloode sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bloode tests Bautista's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bautista misses with a combination
and Bloode counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bloode takes one to the chin there.
Bautista cracks Bloode with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bloode scores with a kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bautista slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Bloode throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Bautista throws an off balance right hand
and Bautista takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloode jabs at Bautista's body.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Bloode 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.#T1#
The crowd cheers as Bautista lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bloode doesn't seem phased though.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bloode. Bautista does a little dance to reset his feet.
A nice leg kick from Bautista, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bautista misses with a hook. Bloode ducked under it nicely.
Bloode's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bautista connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bloode scrambles back to his feet.
Bloode tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bloode moves out of range as Bautista strikes.
Bloode checks a leg kick.
Bloode throws out a counter right but Bautista avoids it with no problem.
Bautista throws a jab when Bloode was well out of range.#KD#
Bautista lands a left and a right that send Bloode crashing to the mat, dazed. Bautista thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#Bloode 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!
Bloode ducks into an uppercut from Bautista and that's knocked him out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Drax Bautista!
After the fight, Drax Bautista was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 96     
Date:   Nov 17, 2021
#R1#
Izanagi lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Izanagi tries to land a body kick
and Bloode counters with a solid body kick.
Bloode scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Izanagi takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Izanagi throws out a loose jab but Bloode uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL2#
Bloode fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Izanagi, pushing him back against the cage.
Bloode lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Izanagi blocking some punches.
Izanagi digs a right hand underneath Bloode's ribcage. Bloode let out a lung full of air as it connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode lands a shot to the body.
Bloode cracks Izanagi with a nice body shot.
Bloode misses with a short punch on the inside.
Izanagi blocking some punches.
Bloode tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bloode lands with a short shot to the head.
Bloode digs a right hand underneath Izanagi's ribcage. Izanagi let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T1#
Bloode lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Izanagi.
Bloode presses Izanagi against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Izanagi misses with the head strike.
Bloode lands a right hand.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Izanagi.
Izanagi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bloode's elbow.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bloode.
Bloode misses with a punch on the inside.
Izanagi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Izanagi tries to throw a body punch but Bloode avoids it by throwing Izanagi back against the cage.
Bloode lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short right from Izanagi on the inside.
Izanagi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bloode misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bloode throws a punch but it's blocked by Izanagi.
Izanagi misses with a punch to the body.
Izanagi swings wildly with an uppercut but Bloode uses good head movement to avoid it.
Izanagi lands a body punch in the clinch.
Bloode lands with a left to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Izanagi blocking some punches.
Bloode lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T2#
Izanagi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bloode backwards.
Bloode blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Our sources have told us that Izanagi has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloode.
A hook to the body from Bloode.
A short right from Bloode on the inside.
Bloode can't find room to land a body shot as Izanagi controls the action.
Izanagi blocks an uppercut.
Izanagi misses with a body punch.
Izanagi tries to throw a body punch but Bloode avoids it by throwing Izanagi back against the cage.
Izanagi has a couple of punches blocked by Bloode.
Bloode lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Izanagi scores with a shot to the side of Bloode's head.
Bloode swings wildly with an uppercut but Izanagi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloode blocking some punches.
Bloode stalling in the clinch.
Izanagi blocking some punches.
Izanagi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Izanagi misses with the head strike.
Izanagi goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Izanagi.
Bloode blocking some punches.
Bloode lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bloode cracks Izanagi with a nice body shot.
A short uppercut from Izanagi.
Bloode cracks Izanagi with a nice body shot.
Izanagi is breathing heavily.
A head punch on the inside from Bloode fails to land.
Bloode has a couple of punches blocked by Izanagi.
Bloode blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Bloode working aggressively here.
A body shot lands from Izanagi.
Izanagi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bloode lands a shoulder strike.
Bloode tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Izanagi's elbow.
Bloode prevents a body shot from Izanagi.
Izanagi pushes Bloode back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Bloode fails to land.
Bloode throws a head punch that misses.
Izanagi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bloode throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Izanagis head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Izanagi. #T4#
Izanagi blocking some punches.
Izanagi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bloode backwards.
Bloode misses with a punch on the inside.
Izanagi lands a body punch.
Izanagi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Izanagi struggles to land a body shot inside as Bloode controls his hands.
Bloode goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bloode can't find room to land a body shot as Izanagi controls the action.
Bloode fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bloode prevents a body shot from Izanagi.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bloode.
Bloode lands a hook that snaps the head of Izanagi backwards.
Izanagi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Izanagi lands with a left to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bloode struggles to land a body shot inside as Izanagi controls his hands.
Izanagi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bloode backwards.
Bloode can't find room to land a body shot as Izanagi controls the action.
Izanagi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Izanagi blocking some punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode 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#
Bloode fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Izanagi checks it well.
An attempted straight right counter from Izanagi misses the target.
Bloode throws a leg kick that is checked
and Izanagi counters with a nice low kick that buckles Bloode's knee momentarily.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Izanagi throws a hook but Bloode avoids it easily.
Bloode appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloode misses the target.
Bloode throws a leg kick that misses.
A slow jab from Bloode misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode lands with an uppercut that bounces Izanagi off the cage and back into range.
Bloode moves out of range as Izanagi throws a body kick.
Bloode looks to land a body kick but Izanagi moved away.#T1#
Izanagi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Izanagi lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Izanagi looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloode is just out of range.
Nice body kick there by Bloode.
Bloode shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Izanagi eats them both and turns towards Bloode to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Izanagi throws a hook but Bloode blocks it.
Izanagi blocks a low kick nicely.
Izanagi is looking to counter punch.
Izanagi throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T2#
Bloode misses with a leg kick
and Izanagi counters with an outside leg kick.
Izanagi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Izanagi avoids a kick to the body.
Izanagi throws a low kick but Bloode avoids it.
Izanagi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bloode.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A good leg kick by Izanagi.
Bloode throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Izanagi tried to counter with a leg kick but Bloode avoided it.
Bloode is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Izanagi. #T3#
Bloode works the jab nicely.
Bloode pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bloode throws a chopping leg kick but Izanagi manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Izanagi scores with a punch to the head.
Bloode swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Izanagi.
Izanagi just misses with a punch to the body.
Bloode throws a push kick but Izanagi slaps the foot to one side.
Izanagi throws a shot from downtown. Bloode moves away and avoids it.#T4#
Bloode slips under a jab.#CL#
Izanagi moves into the clinch.
Bloode swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Izanagi lands an uppercut.
Choctaw Bloode seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Izanagi gets through Bloode's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bloode working aggressively here.
Bloode tries a body shot but Izanagi blocks 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!
Bloode blocks an uppercut.
Izanagi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Izanagi blocking some punches.
Izanagi digs a right hand into Bloode's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bloode's gas tank.
Izanagi lands a hook that snaps the head of Bloode backwards.
Bloode lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bloode misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Izanagi.
Bloode throws a head punch that misses.
Izanagi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bloode backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Choctaw Bloode will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Izanagi throws a head kick but Bloode moves out of range.
Izanagi defending well as Bloode loads up on a big left hand.
Izanagi tried to counter with a leg kick but Bloode avoided it.
Izanagi wants to clinch up but Bloode keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Izanagi rushes Bloode and presses him up against the cage.
Bloode lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Izanagi backwards.
A short right from Izanagi.
Bloode blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bloode.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode lands a hook to the side of the head.
Izanagi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A right handed body shot lands from Izanagi.
Izanagi lands with a light punch inside.
Izanagi lands with a right to the head.
Izanagi struggles to land a body shot inside as Bloode controls his hands. #T1#
Bloode misses with a hook from the clinch.
Izanagi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Izanagi throws a knee to the head but misses.
Izanagi putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Bloode in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Izanagi misses with some punches.
Izanagi lands with a light punch inside.
Bloode fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Izanagi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bloode misses with some punches.
Izanagi misses with a punch to the body.
Izanagi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Bloode fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Bloode fails to land.
Izanagi blocks an uppercut.
Izanagi lands a knee to the body.
Bloode takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A short right from Izanagi.
Bloode misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bloode throws a punch but it's blocked by Izanagi.
Izanagi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sora Izanagi 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.
Izanagi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Izanagi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Izanagi tries to work over Bloode's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Izanagi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bloodes head.
Izanagi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bloode misses with a punch on the inside.
Bloode misses with a hook from the clinch.
Izanagi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bloode backwards.
Izanagi pushes Bloode back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Izanagi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Izanagi lands a body punch.
Bloode tries to throw a body punch but Izanagi avoids it by throwing Bloode back against the cage.
Bloode blocking some punches.
Izanagi tries a body shot but Bloode blocks it.
Izanagi blocks an uppercut.
Bloode lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Izanagi missing with knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloode.
Bloode tries to throw a body punch but Izanagi avoids it by throwing Bloode back against the cage. #T3#
Izanagi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Izanagi blocking some punches.
Bloode throws a head punch that misses.
Izanagi scores with a shot to the side of Bloode's head.
Izanagi lands a body punch in the clinch.
Izanagi throws a punch but it's blocked by Bloode.
Izanagi lands an uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Izanagi scores with a nice short uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Izanagi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Izanagi tries a body shot but Bloode blocks it.
Izanagi lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Izanagi tries to work over Bloode's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bloode throws a punch but it's blocked by Izanagi.
Bloode swings wildly with an uppercut but Izanagi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Izanagi lands with a left to the head.
Izanagi tries a body shot but Bloode blocks it.
Bloode's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Izanagi throws a punch but it's blocked by Bloode. #T4#
Bloode misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Bloode fails to land.
Bloode has a couple of punches blocked by Izanagi.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Izanagi.
Izanagi struggles to land a body shot inside as Bloode controls his hands.
Izanagi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Izanagi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloode.
Izanagi lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bloode.
Izanagi lands with a light punch inside.
Izanagi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short left from Izanagi. #ROC#Bloode is rocked!
Izanagi lands with a right to the head.
Bloode is still on wobbly legs! Can Izanagi finish him?
Izanagi lands a huge knee in the clinch and it's knocked Bloode out! Massive knee - he's celebrating with his corner and the crowd showing their appreciation!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Sora Izanagi!
Sora Izanagi decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 88     
Date:   Oct 02, 2021
#R1#
Tribute throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bloode looks to land a left hand but Tribute moved out of range nicely.
Tribute takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bloode throws a looping overhand right but Tribute ducks down to avoid it.
Tribute with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bloode rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tribute counters with a left to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tribute. Bloode does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tribute pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bloode throws out a counter right but Tribute avoids it with no problem.
Tribute tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bloode was well out of range. Poor timing from Tribute.
Bloode with the inside leg kick.
Tribute throws a body punch but Bloode moves out of range. #T1#
Bloode on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tribute misses with a kick to the body
and Bloode counters with a nice leg kick.
Tribute tries to land a front kick but Bloode steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tribute throws a hook to the side of Bloode's head but Bloode sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It seemed like Bloode was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tank Tribute seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A thudding body kick lands there by Bloode!
Bloode lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CUT2#It looks like Tank Tribute has been cut.
Tribute looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tribute throws a combination. Bloode tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Tribute slips under a jab.
Bloode jabs Tribute to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T2#
Tribute throws out a loose jab but Bloode uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tribute lands a jab to the nose.
Bloode swings for the body but Tribute moves out of range.
Bloode throws a big shot that misses.
Bloode scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bloode avoids a kick to the body.
Bloode appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Tribute looks to land a body kick but Bloode moved away.
Bloode replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Tribute blocks it well.
Tribute's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bloode connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tribute scrambles back to his feet.
Bloode scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Bloode has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tribute finds it's way round the side to connect with Bloode's head. #T3#
Bloode takes a swing at Tribute's ribcage but misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bloode.
Bloode thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Tribute if he has to take too many more of those.
Bloode scores with a jab. Tribute acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL2#
Bloode fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tribute, pushing him back against the cage.
Tribute softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
Tribute's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bloode doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tribute misses with a hook.
Tribute throws a shot from downtown. Bloode moves away and avoids it.
Bloode doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloode misses the target.
An attempted straight right counter from Tribute misses the target.#T4#
Bloode goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloode looks to throw the jab but Tribute is out of range.
Bloode blocks a jab.
Bloode doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tribute rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bloode moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tribute lands an overhand right.
Bloode steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tribute.
Tribute tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tribute looks to land a left hand but Bloode moved out of range nicely.
Nice body kick from Bloode.
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 Tank Tribute will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Tank Tribute's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Tribute looks to throw the jab but Bloode is out of range.
Bloode misses with a leg kick
and Tribute connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloode takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tribute lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#ROC#Bloode is rocked!
Bloode misses the shot to the body.
Tribute steps in with a hook that catches Bloode right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Tribute follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! Bloode looks absolutely devastated.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tank Tribute!
In his post fight interview, Tank Tribute gave a big smile as he said '🤷‍♂️'.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 82     
Date:   Sep 04, 2021
#R1#
Bloode looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bloode keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloode half committed to a counter leg kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bloode.
Topuria jabs Bloode right on the nose. Bloode blinks but takes it well.#CL2#
Topuria gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Bloode misses with some punches.
Topuria fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Topuria drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bloode pulls his leg out and moves away.
Topuria misses with a body punch
and Bloode makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Topuria 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.
Topuria lands with a right hand.
Topuria lands with a hook. Bloode tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Topuria misses with a body punch
and Bloode counters with a nice body kick.
Bloode lands a leg kick that knocks Topuria off balance momentarily.
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!
Bloode looks to land a left hand but Topuria moved out of range nicely.
Iliya Topuria seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloode lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A lazy left from Topuria finds it's target.#T1#
Bloode misses with a leg kick.
Bloode defending well as Topuria loads up on a big left hand.
Topuria throws a body punch but Bloode moves out of range.
Topuria ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloode moves away.
Bloode swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Topuria tries to clinch up but Bloode circles away and keeps his distance.
Topuria throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Topuria connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Bloode's hands.
Topuria lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A slapping leg kick lands for Topuria.
Topuria throws a lazy head kick
and Bloode counters with a one-two to the body. #TD2#
Topuria bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Topuria trying to control the action but Bloode is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Topuria tries for a kimura but Bloode is defending well. #T2#
Bloode tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Topuria tries for a kimura but Bloode is defending well.
Bloode is looking to regain half guard here but Topuria keeps moving and retains side control.
Bloode is not content to let Topuria control the position. #T3#
Bloode tries to buck Topuria off but Topuria is having none of it.
Topuria in side control, throwing shots but Bloode defends.
Bloode avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Topuria.
Topuria is looking to take a break and control but Bloode is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Topuria controlling the position. #SUB2#
Topuria thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Bloode is looking for a sweep.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Bloode is not content to let Topuria control the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Topuria scores with a hook to the body. Bloode takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Iliya Topuria dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Topuria lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bloode uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Topuria.
Bloode blocks a jab.
Bloode was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Topuria looks to throw a body kick
letting Bloode counter with a right hand. #CUT#It looks like Iliya Topuria has been cut.
Bloode throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Topuria lands a right hook to the body.
Nice defenses there by Bloode.
Topuria jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A big left from Topuria misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Topuria misses with a looping right.
Topuria looks to land a left hand but Bloode moved out of range nicely.
Bloode throws a quick counter kick to the body but Topuria avoids it.
Bloode on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bloode looks for the body kick but Topuria saw that one coming.
Choctaw Bloode is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Topuria takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Topuria catches Bloode with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bloode's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Topuria connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bloode scrambles back to his feet.
Topuria misses with a body shot.
Bloode swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bloode looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Topuria scores with a body shot.
Topuria shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bloode but Bloode pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bloode lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Topuria scores with a hook to the body. Bloode takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Topuria feints and then cracks Bloode's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bloode down.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Topuria checks a leg kick. #T2#
Bloode walks into a straight right hand from Topuria.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Topuria looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloode is just out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Topuria.
Topuria rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloode makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Topuria throws a hook to the side of Bloode's head but Bloode sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Topuria 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.
Topuria fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Topuria throws a jab when Bloode was well out of range.
Bloode slips a jab from Topuria.
A lazy left from Bloode finds it's target.
Topuria looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloode is just out of range.
Bloode lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
Topuria tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bloode manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Topuria uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Topuria lands a jab to Bloode's midsection.
Topuria takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Topuria looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloode is just out of range.
Topuria throws a looping overhand right but Bloode ducks down to avoid it.
Topuria misses with a two punch combination.
Bloode goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Bloode gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Topuria.
Topuria moves to clinch but Bloode breaks away
and Bloode connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloode throws a lazy head kick
enabling Topuria to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Topuria looks to land a right hand but Bloode moved out of range.
Bloode bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Topuria's head backwards.
Bloode slips a jab from Topuria.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Topuria tries to clinch up.
Bloode half committed to a counter leg kick.
Topuria checks a low kick from Bloode.
Bloode throws a leg kick that is checked
and Topuria counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Bloode moves into the clinch successfully.
Topuria lands with a right to the head.
Bloode blocking some punches.
Bloode prevents Topuria from breaking the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bloode.
Topuria working aggressively here.
Bloode misses with some punches.
Topuria scores with a shoulder strike. #TD2#
Topuria gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Bloode is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Topuria dives into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Iliya Topuria showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Iliya Topuria's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Topuria throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bloode cracks Topuria with an open hand slap.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Topuria.
Some wild striking there from Topuria.
Topuria avoids the body shot from Bloode.
Topuria lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Topuria connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode misses with a left hand
and Topuria counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Topuria ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Iliya Topuria seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bloode lands a nice looking kick to the body. Topuria takes a step back to recover.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Topuria shoots in for a takedown but Bloode shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T1#
Bloode slips a jab from Topuria.
Bloode throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Topuria jabs at Bloode's body.
Bloode steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Topuria.
Topuria throws a poor cross that misses
and Bloode counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bloode connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Topuria slips a straight right by Bloode.
Topuria lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bloode at a distance.
Topuria has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bloode ducks under a wild hook from Topuria.
Topuria takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Topuria feints the counter takedown.
Topuria swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bloode counters with a nice uppercut.
Topuria takes a jab right on the kisser. #T2#
Bloode misses with a leg kick.
Bloode avoids a punch combination nicely.
A counter left hand to the body from Bloode misses its target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloode lands a slapping body shot.
Bloode takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Topuria lands a jab to the nose.
Bloode avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloode looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Topuria blocks the body kick.
Bloode misses with a kick to the body
and Topuria counters with a nice uppercut.
Topuria throws a series of strikes that have Bloode backpedaling.
Topuria tries to close the distance and clinch but Bloode swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Bloode misses the target.#T3#
Topuria throws a shot from downtown. Bloode moves away and avoids it.
Bloode swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Topuria moves out of range as Bloode strikes.
Topuria misses with an uppercut
and Bloode counters with a low kick, right behind Topuria 's knee.
Topuria avoids a kick to the body.
Bloode just misses with a punch to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Topuria! But no joy.
Topuria scores with a jab. Bloode acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bloode throws out a loose jab but Topuria uses good head movement to avoid it.
Topuria misses with a two punch combination.
Bloode ducks under a wild hook from Topuria.
Topuria lands with a slapping head kick.
Topuria misses with a shot to the body
and Bloode counters with a three punch combo that has Topuria backing up. Topuria nods at Bloode to acknowledge the strikes.
Bloode misses with a kick to the body. #T4#
Topuria pushes Bloode away with a front kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloode avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloode walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Topuria checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Topuria misses with a lunging right hand
and Bloode counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Topuria throws a shot from downtown. Bloode moves away and avoids it.
Bloode dodges the punch combination from Topuria.
Choctaw Bloode has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bloode takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bloode looks for the body kick but Topuria saw that one coming. #CL2#
Topuria closes the distance and clinches.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Iliya Topuria.
Well Topuria 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 Chris Dean scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 28:29
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Iliya Topuria!

A victorious Iliya Topuria thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 76     
Date:   Aug 07, 2021
#R1#
Akerfeldt dives in and grabs Bloode's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bloode pushes down on Akerfeldt's head and hops out.
Bjorn Akerfeldt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Akerfeldt shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Akerfeldt or perhaps it was just good defense by Bloode, which made it look bad.
Choctaw Bloode has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjorn Akerfeldt.
Bloode throws a good cross that connects.
Akerfeldt fails with the takedown
and Bloode counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Akerfeldt has his takedown stuffed
and Bloode counters with a right hand to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode throws a nice inside leg kick.
Akerfeldt tries for a takedown but Bloode sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Akerfeldt dips to his left and cracks Bloode with an uppercut!
Akerfeldt with a poor takedown
and Bloode counters with an inside leg kick.
Akerfeldt looks winded!
Akerfeldt shoots and misses
letting Bloode counter with a right hand. #T1#
Bloode connects with a body shot.
A solid body kick from Bloode.
Bloode explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Bloode dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bloode takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CUT#It looks like Bjorn Akerfeldt has been cut.
Akerfeldt fails with a takedown attempt.
It looked like Bloode was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Choctaw Bloode is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Akerfeldt takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bloode drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Akerfeldt right on the button. Akerfeldt goes down! Bloode follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Bloode gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Choctaw Bloode!
Choctaw Bloode thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 68     
Date:   Jun 26, 2021
#R1#
Bloode throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
A jab from Bloode does it's job there.#CUT2#It looks like Tank Tribute has been cut.
Tribute fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloode manages to avoid it.
Bloode throws a leg kick but Tribute sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tribute cracks Bloode with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bloode blocks a jab.
Bloode was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Tribute throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloode.
It seemed like Bloode was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tribute rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloode finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Bloode ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tribute looks to land a left hand but Bloode moved out of range nicely.
Tribute misses with a hook
and Bloode cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloode takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloode slips a straight right by Tribute.
Bloode swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tribute has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Undisputed in the buildup to the fight.
A slow jab from Tribute misses its intended target. #T1#
Tribute swings widly with a right hand
and Bloode counters with a good low kick that Tribute was not able to check.
Bloode lands a nice looking kick to the body. Tribute takes a step back to recover.
Bloode moves out of range of the strikes.
Bloode buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tribute is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Bloode walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bloode blocks a jab.
Tribute missing with a left hand there. Bloode was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice defenses there by Bloode.
Bloode looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Tribute. Bloode shrugs it off though.
Tribute displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloode throws out the jab.
Tribute just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Tribute misses the target.
Bloode is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A big right from Tribute misses.
Bloode connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tribute. Tribute circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tribute pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tribute checks a low kick from Bloode.
Tribute takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tribute misses with a hook
and Bloode counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tribute throws out a loose jab but Bloode uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tribute thows a body kick. Bloode tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Tribute moves out of range of the leg kick from Bloode.
A shot to the liver by Tribute. Beautiful body shot.#T3#
Bloode takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tribute rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bloode moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A jab from Tribute finds it's way through Bloode's defenses.
Tribute catches Bloode with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bloode slips under a jab from Tribute.
Tribute throws a head kick that misses.
A little jabbing left from Bloode on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bloode walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tribute checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Tribute throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloode looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tribute has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Bloode.
Bloode motions for Tribute to come forward. Bloode throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tribute looks to throw the jab but Bloode is out of range. #T4#
Tribute throws a jab when Bloode was well out of range.
Tribute misses with a hook. Bloode ducked under it nicely.
Tribute missing with a left hand there. Bloode was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tribute is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloode.
Bloode flicks out a counter leg kick but Tribute steps away.
Tribute misses with the body kick
and Bloode counters with an outside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tribute stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bloode.
Bloode misses the shot to the body.
Bloode looks to land a right hand but Tribute moved out of range.
Tribute digs a good body shot into Bloode's ribs.
Tribute looks to land a combination. Bloode sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Tribute takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tribute seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tank Tribute dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tank Tribute's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Tribute misses with a right hand
and Bloode counters with a good, hard body kick but Tribute shrugs it off.
Bloode feints and then cracks Tribute's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tribute down.
Bloode throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bloode takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bloode throws a hook to the side of Tribute's head but Tribute sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bloode fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tribute on the side of the head.
Tribute misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Bloode counters with a slapping leg kick.
Bloode swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tribute pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tribute backing away here, and Bloode unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Bloode throws a half hearted mid kick.
It looked like Tribute wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tribute scores with a jab. Bloode acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tribute rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bloode moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T1#
Tribute connects with a right hand. Bloode shakes it off.
Bloode throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tribute scores with a jab. Bloode acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tribute takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tribute misses with an uppercut
and Bloode makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Tribute misses with a right hand
letting Bloode counter with a right hand.
Tribute misses with a lunging right hand
and Bloode makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Tribute really felt that one!
Bloode misses with a wild body shot.
Tribute misses with a straight right.
Bloode tries a quick counter leg kick but Tribute is wise to it.
Nice defenses there by Bloode.#T2#
A slapping leg kick lands for Bloode.
Tank Tribute seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloode steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tribute.
Tribute throws an off balance right hand
and Bloode counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A jab from Tribute misses.
Tribute has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bloode.
Tribute will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Tribute 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.
Tribute misses with a few strikes there.
Bloode takes one to the side of the head.
Nice cross by Bloode.
Bloode misses with a right hand
and Tribute makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bloode moves out of range of the strikes.#T3#
Tribute ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloode moves away.
Tank Tribute is winning the standup battle so far.
Bloode moves out of range as Tribute strikes.
Bloode misses with the body kick
and Tribute counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tribute takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tribute walks into a left hand.
Bloode lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tribute's sensitive parts.
Bloode misses the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Tribute misses the target.
Tribute looks for the body kick but Bloode saw that one coming.
Bloode appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Tribute scores with a hook to the body. Bloode takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bloode tries to work over Tribute's front leg with a kick but Tribute checks it.
Tribute throws a sloppy head kick and Bloode moves out of range easily. #T4#
Bloode misses with a low kick.
Bloode lands with a shot to the body.
Bloode ducks under a wild hook from Tribute.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloode uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tribute.
Bloode appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bloode lands with a nice body kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nice cross by Bloode.#CUT2#Tank Tribute's cut is getting worse.
Bloode connects with the punch.
Bloode misses with a low kick as Tribute jumps back.
Tribute catches Bloode with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bloode scores with a body shot.
Bloode ducks under a wild hook from Tribute.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Tank Tribute's cut.
That's time! Tribute's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Bloode lands a right hook to the body.
Tribute misses with a double jab.
Tribute takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bloode pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tribute misses with a looping left.
Tribute throws a poor cross that misses
and Bloode connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tribute ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bloode. Tribute does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tribute misses with a kick to the body.
Bloode slips a jab from Tribute.
A thudding body kick lands there by Bloode!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Bloode takes one to the chin there.
Tribute misses with a two punch combination.
Decent striking displayed by Bloode there.
Tribute takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bloode scoring well with a low kick there.
Bloode lands with a straight right. Tribute didn't see that one coming.
Bloode throws a front kick that sends Tribute stumbling back into the cage.
Bloode throws a body kick that misses.
Tribute misses with an uppercut
and Bloode counters with a good low kick that Tribute was not able to check.
Tribute throws a nice looking combination but Bloode bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tribute misses with the body kick
and Bloode counters with a body kick that stops Tribute in his tracks momentarily. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloode throws a poor cross that misses
and Tribute counters with a left to the body.
Tribute moves out of range of the body kick.
Tribute's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Bloode throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bloode moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A head kick misses from Tribute.
Tribute throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloode cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A swing and a miss from Tribute.
Bloode follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Tribute avoids a kick to the body.
Bloode lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bloode fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T3#
Tribute misses the shot to the body.
Tribute throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tribute throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tribute ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tribute loads up on a big right hand but Bloode slips the punch.
Bloode lands an overhand right.
Tribute swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tribute dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tribute moves out of range of the strikes.
Tribute wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T4#
Bloode connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tribute scores with a nice body kick.
Tribute misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tribute throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tribute ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tribute throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bloode counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tribute walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bloode lands a leg kick that knocks Tribute off balance momentarily.
Bloode looks for the body kick but Tribute saw that one coming.
Tribute thuds his right hand into Bloode's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.

And that's the end of the fight!
Choctaw Bloode comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bloode 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 Ben Watson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Choctaw Bloode!

A very excited looking Choctaw Bloode 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 57     
Date:   May 01, 2021
#R1#
Bloode looks to score with a jab to the body but Akerfeldt is just out of range.#CL2#
Akerfeldt rushes Bloode and presses him up against the cage.
Bloode misses with an elbow over the top.
With the fighters up against the cage, Bloode throws an elbow but misses.
Akerfeldt tries to pull guard but Bloode holds him up against the cage and eventually Akerfeldt drops back down to his feet.
Bloode lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Bjorn Akerfeldt has been cut.#TD2#
Akerfeldt jumps guard.
Bloode controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Bloode is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T1#
Bloode pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Akerfeldt is keeping the position for now.
Our spies down at at Iron Wolf Private Gym inform us that Akerfeldt has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Akerfeldt is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bloode defends it easily.#SUB2#
Bloode avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bloode content to stall in guard here.
Bloode pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Akerfeldt is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bloode is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bloode looking to pass the guard.
Akerfeldt can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bloode controls the pace.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bloode gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bloode stays in close to Akerfeldt's body and controls the position.
Akerfeldt keeping full guard, as Bloode tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bloode sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3##SUB2#
Akerfeldt is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Bloode is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Akerfeldt has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Bloode is looking to defend but Akerfeldt has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Bloode! Akerfeldt pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Bloode taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bjorn Akerfeldt!
An out of breath Bjorn Akerfeldt 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 46     
Date:   Mar 06, 2021
#R1#
Bloode scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bloode throws a shot from downtown. Lampi moves away and avoids it.
Bloode turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bloode checks a leg kick.
Bloode looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A bone on bone clash there as Lampi blocks the leg kick.
Bloode throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lampi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bloode misses with an uppercut.
A quick step to the side and Lampi tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloode throws a leg kick that misses.
Lampi misses with a straight right.
Bloode swings for the body but Lampi moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Lampi misses its target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A leg kick checked by Lampi.
Choctaw Bloode seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lampi misses with a straight left.
Bloode throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bloode with the inside leg kick.
Bloode connects with an inside leg kick.#T1#
Lampi moves out of range as Bloode strikes.
Lampi with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bloode to score with a decent uppercut.
A shot to the liver by Bloode. Beautiful body shot.
Bloode's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lampi under the eye.
Lampi throws a shot from downtown. Bloode moves away and avoids it.
Bloode connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lampi scores with a nice strike.
Lampi has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bloode finds it's way round the side to connect with Lampi's head.
Lampi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bloode was well out of range. Poor timing from Lampi.
Lampi slips under a jab from Bloode.
Lampi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A swing and a miss from Bloode.
Lampi checks a leg kick. #T2#
Lampi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lampi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lampi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bloode fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lampi.
Lampi misses with an uppercut
and Bloode counters with a left to the body.
Lampi loads up on a big right hand but Bloode slips the punch.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bloode.
Bloode goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Lampi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lampi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lampi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lampi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It seemed like Bloode was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3#
Bloode just misses with a punch to the body.
Lampi throwing a counter right hand but Bloode manages to avoid it.
Lampi takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bloode swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bloode defending well as Lampi loads up on a big left hand.
Bloode with a nice calf kick.
Lampi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloode lands with a shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Lampi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lampi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloode manages to avoid it.
Bloode keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloode now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Lampi takes one to the chin there.
Bloode keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lampi.#T4#
Lampi misses with a hook.
Bloode lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bloode chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Lampi lands a nice looking body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A low kick lands for Bloode.
Bloode lands a leg kick that knocks Lampi off balance momentarily.
An inside leg kick lands from Bloode.
Bloode misses with a straight left.
A little feinted left hand from Lampi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lampi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bloode swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lampi takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bloode scoring well with a low kick there.
Bloode throws the left hand but Lampi avoids the punch easily.
Bloode lands with a right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode 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#
Lampi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bloode counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bloode throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bloode throws a leg kick
and Lampi counters with a straight right hand.
Bloode tries to work over Lampi's front leg with a kick but Lampi checks it.
Bloode lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bloode looks to score with a jab to the body but Lampi is just out of range.
It looked like Lampi was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bloode.
Lampi 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.
Bloode lands a nice shot to the body.
Bloode walks into a jab.
Lampi takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lampi checks a low kick from Bloode.
Choctaw Bloode seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bloode throws a leg kick which misses Lampi's front leg but catches the back leg as Lampi tries to avoid it.
Bloode cracks Lampi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lampi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Lampi misses with a body shot.
That kick from Bloode tenderised Lampi's leg. Lampi is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bloode misses with a low kick.
Bloode just misses with a punch to the body.
Lampi loads up on a big right hand but Bloode slips the punch.
Lampi swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bloode counters with a slapping leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloode.
Lampi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloode sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lampi takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lampi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Lampi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bloode has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bloode goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#T2#
Bloode with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Good shot there by Bloode.
Lampi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lampi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bloode counters with a leg kick.
Lampi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bloode walks into a jab.
Bloode looks to land a left hand but Lampi moved out of range nicely.
Eemeli Lampi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bloode throws a body punch but Lampi moves out of range.
Lampi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The fighters circling - Bloode throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bloode lands with a nice body punch. #T3#
Bloode throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lampi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bloode throws a nice outside leg kick.
Good shot there by Bloode.
Bloode throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lampi misses with a lunging right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Lampi is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bloode tests Lampi's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lampi misses with a wild body shot.
A swing and a miss from Lampi.
Lampi takes a swing at Bloode's ribcage but misses.
Bloode moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bloode looks to land a left hand but Lampi moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Lampi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Bloode moves out of range as Lampi strikes.
Bloode takes a swing at Lampi's ribcage but misses.
Lampi gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lampi throws a body punch but Bloode moves out of range.
Bloode just misses with a punch to the body.
Bloode misses with a leg kick.
Lampi throws a big shot that misses.
Lampi throws the left hand but Bloode avoids the punch easily.
Lampi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lampi misses with a body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloode.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Lampi takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bloode has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Lampi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bloode connects with a high kick.
Bloode ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lampi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bloode throws a sloppy head kick
and Lampi counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bloode scores with a hook to the body. Lampi takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Lampi might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Lampi on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bloode. Bloode obviously looking to wear him down.
Bloode blocks a jab.
Lampi 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 fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lampi throws an off balance right hand
enabling Bloode to counter with a crisp jab.
Lampi's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Bloode lands with a shot to the body. #T1#
Lampi lands with a good body shot.
Lampi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lampi connects with a body shot.
Bloode swings for the body but Lampi moves out of range.
Lampi scores with a nice right hand.
Lampi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lampi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bloode doesn't seem bothered though.
Bloode takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bloode gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Lampi gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Bloode is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Eemeli Lampi!
Eemeli Lampi seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: Checkmate Championship 20     
Date:   Jan 30, 2021
#R1#
Bloode avoids the head kick by Defoe.
Bloode scores with a spinning back kick!
A telegraphed right hand from Bloode misses the target.
Defoe appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bloode staying out of range there.
Defoe tries a low kick but Bloode avoids it.
Defoe takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Defoe misses with a body shot.
Defoe throws out a loose jab but Bloode uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloode cracks Defoe with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bloode throws a right hand that misses
and Defoe 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.
Bloode throws a low kick but Defoe moves out of range easily.
Bloode changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bloode wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bloode scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bloode looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Bloode misses with a wild body shot.
Defoe throws the kick towards the body but Bloode avoids it.
A lazy left from Bloode finds it's target.
A nice leg kick from Bloode, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bloode throws an overhand right that lands on Defoe's shoulder, as Defoe tries to avoid the shot.
Defoe raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Bloode fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Defoe looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bloode smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bloode scores with a leg kick.
Bloode throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Bloode takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bloode misses with a left hand
and Defoe counters with a stiff right hand.
Bloode ducks under a wild hook from Defoe.
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!
Bloode avoids the body shot from Defoe. #T2#
Defoe walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Defoe.
Bloode moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Defoe slips a straight right by Bloode.
Bloode just misses with a punch to the body.
Bloode scores with a jab to the body.
Bloode swings widly with a right hand
letting Defoe counter with a right hand.
Defoe misses with the body kick
enabling Bloode to counter with a crisp jab.
Bloode works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bloode misses with a hook
and Defoe counters with an inside leg kick.
Defoe throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Defoe slips a straight right by Bloode.#T3#
Defoe scores with the left hand. Bloode knows he should have avoided that one.
Bloode scoring well with a low kick there.
Bloode throws a leg kick but Defoe checks it.
Defoe misses with a kick to the body
and Bloode counters with a nice body shot.
The crowd cheers as Defoe lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bloode doesn't seem phased though.
Bloode throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bloode tries to land a front kick but Defoe steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Defoe throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bloode fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Defoe.
Defoe wants to slow Bloode down by chopping away at his legs.
Defoe swings for the body but Bloode moves out of range.
Bloode was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Defoe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloode throws out the jab. #T4#
Bloode takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Bloode pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloode lands a nice leg kick that just misses Defoe's sensitive parts.
Bloode moves out of range of the body kick.
Bloode ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bloode misses the shot to the body.
Defoe pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bloode throws a looping overhand right but Defoe ducks down to avoid it.
Defoe misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Defoe misses the body punch
and Bloode counters with a straight right hand.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bloode, as that shot connected.
Defoe checks a low kick from Bloode.
Bloode lands an overhand right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode 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#
Bloode keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Defoe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Defoe takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Defoe sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Bloode moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bloode throws a hook but Defoe avoids it easily.
Defoe attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bloode connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bloode scores with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode throws a chopping leg kick but Defoe manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bloode throws a body punch but Defoe moves out of range.
Defoe scores with a spinning back kick!
Bloode throws a lazy right hand but Defoe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Bloode checks a leg kick.
Bloode thows a left - swing and a miss!
Defoe ducks under a wild hook from Bloode.
Bloode scores with a hook.
Defoe takes one on the button.
Bloode works Defoe's body with a nice hook.
Choctaw Bloode is winning the standup battle so far.
Defoe blocks a head kick by Bloode.
Defoe scores with a shot to the body.
Bloode misses with an uppercut
enabling Defoe to counter with a crisp jab.
Bloode scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bloode throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Defoe makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bloode attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T2#
Bloode motions for Defoe to come forward. Bloode throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Defoe misses with a low kick as Bloode jumps back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bloode misses with a low kick.
Defoe doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Defoe connects with a single shot there.
Bloode tried to score with a low kick but Defoe checks it.
Defoe thows a leg kick but Bloode checks it
and Bloode counters with a nice body kick.
Defoe moves out of range of the strikes.
Good leg kick by Bloode.
Bloode scores with a leg kick.
Defoe jabs Bloode to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bloode misses with a body kick.
Defoe on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T3#
Bloode moves out of range of the strikes.
Bloode clobbers Defoe with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bloode lands a really nice looking cross but Defoe seems unphased.
Defoe throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Defoe checks a leg kick.
Bloode misses with a looping left.
A big left from Defoe misses.
Bloode with a nice calf kick.
Bloode jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Defoe's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Bloode scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Good exchange - Defoe coming out on top.
The fighters circling - Bloode throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
Defoe misses with a few strikes there.
Bloode is looking to slow Defoe down with leg kicks.
Bloode slips a jab from Defoe.
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!
Bloode lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A solid body kick from Defoe.
Bloode misses with a shot to the body
and Bloode takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Defoe feints and then cracks Bloode's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bloode down.
Bloode is looking to slow Defoe down with leg kicks.
That kick from Bloode tenderised Defoe's leg. Defoe is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bloode connects with a solid leg kick.
Bloode is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Defoe can do to turn this around?
Bloode scores with a hook.
Bloode motions for Defoe to come forward. Bloode throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode dominated that second round.
That's time! Bloode's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Defoe avoids the body shot from Bloode.
Bloode misses with the body kick
and Defoe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bloode throws a wild body kick that Defoe sees coming a mile off.
Defoe lands a big right hand and follows it up with an uppercut. Oh and another big punch and a knee - Bloode can't take much more of this! Another big shot to the jaw from Defoe and Bloode drops to the floor. Beaten and bloodied - he had enough there. A vicious beatdown by Defoe.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hurricane Defoe!
Hurricane Defoe is the new light heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Hurricane Defoe thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Checkmate Championship 17     
Date:   Jan 01, 2021
#R1#
Bloode throws a combination that misses #CL2#
and Smash Machine moves into the clinch.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #CUT2#It looks like Choctaw Bloode has been cut.
Good body shot from Bloode.
Smash Machine lands an elbow just above Bloode 's eye.
I was talking to Bloode's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Bloode blocks it.
Bloode pushes off an throws an elbow but Smash Machine leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Bloode lands an uppercut.
Smash Machine prevents a body shot from Bloode.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bloode avoids it.
Bloode creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Smash Machine lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bloode.
Bloode on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
Bloode misses with a punch to the body.
Smash Machine lands an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloode misses with a body punch.
Bloode looks to throw an elbow but misses. #T1#
Bloode avoids the elbow strike from Smash Machine, against the cage.
A short left from Bloode.
Nice body punch from Bloode - that landed with a thud.
Smash Machine looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Smash Machine lands a good knee to the midsection. Bloode won't want to take too many of those.
Smash Machine looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine landing knees to the body.
Bloode creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Smash Machine gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Smash Machine has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Bloode seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Smash Machine can turn it around.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Bloode avoids the damage to the body.
Bloode taking a breather.
Bloode lands a shoulder strike.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
Smash Machine takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.#BC#
Bloode pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Smash Machine lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bloode throws a hook to the side of Smash Machine's head but Smash Machine sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Smash Machine takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bloode ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And Bloode counters with a quick kick to the body but Smash Machine blocks it.
Bloode throws a lazy right hand but Smash Machine sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from Smash Machine misses. #CL2#
Bloode tries to keep at a distance but Smash Machine has taken the fight into the clinch.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine blocks the elbow strike.
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
Bloode gets through Smash Machine's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bloode throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Bloode takes an elbow to the forehead. #T3#
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Bloode tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bloode working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bloode scores with a hook to the body.
A short right from Bloode on the inside.
Smash Machine landing knees to the head.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Nice body punch from Bloode - that landed with a thud.
Bloode works on Smash Machine's body with a couple of short punches.
Smash Machine misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bloode.
Bloode lands an elbow inside that Smash Machine shrugs off.
Bloode blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Smash Machine pushes off an throws an elbow but Bloode leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#BC#
Bloode breaks from the clinch.
Bloode circles away from the clinch attempt.
Smash Machine throws a nice outside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloode throws a nice outside leg kick. #T4#
Bloode fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Smash Machine has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bloode lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CUT#That has opened up Clinch King Smash Machine's cut even more.
Bloode throws a shot to the body.
Bloode scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Smash Machine takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The fight stays on the outside here - Smash Machine looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bloode lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A jab lands there for Smash Machine.
Bloode clobbers Smash Machine with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bloode misses the body punch
and Smash Machine counters with a nice uppercut.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up.
Bloode throws a head kick but Smash Machine moves out of range.
Smash Machine paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
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 Choctaw Bloode will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Smash Machine throws a poor cross that misses
and Bloode counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Choctaw Bloode is winning the standup battle so far.
Bloode lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Smash Machine takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Smash Machine misses with a hook. Bloode ducked under it nicely.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bloode.
Bloode fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Smash Machine manages to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Smash Machine.
Bloode 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.
Bloode lands a nice leg kick that just misses Smash Machine's sensitive parts.
Bloode slips under a jab.
Smash Machine connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bloode throws a hook but Smash Machine blocks it.
Bloode tries a low kick but Smash Machine avoids it.
Bloode with a nice cross.
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!
Smash Machine checks a low kick from Bloode.#T1#
Smash Machine throws a jab when Bloode was well out of range.
Bloode with a nice cross.
Bloode throws a head kick but Smash Machine moves out of range.
Bloode takes a swing at Smash Machine's ribcage but misses.
Smash Machine throws a right and a left that Bloode avoids nicely.
Smash Machine walks into a stiff left hand from Bloode.
Smash Machine swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bloode counters with a left to the body.
Nice shot lands for Smash Machine.
Good leg kick by Smash Machine.
Bloode throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloode takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Smash Machine tries to clinch
and Bloode counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bloode wants to slow Smash Machine down by chopping away at his legs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloode throws a head kick that misses. #T2#
Smash Machine takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Smash Machine takes a swing at Bloode's ribcage but misses.
Smash Machine throws a body punch but Bloode moves out of range.
Smash Machine misses with a leg kick
and Bloode counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bloode with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bloode takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Smash Machine throws a hook but Bloode blocks it.
Bloode clobbers Smash Machine with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bloode fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Smash Machine manages to avoid it.
Smash Machine tries to counter by closing the distance.
Smash Machine throws a hook to the side of Bloode's head but Bloode sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice body punch from Smash Machine.
Bloode throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloode tries to bum rush Smash Machine with a series of wild strikes but Smash Machine uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Smash Machine misses with a hook. Bloode ducked under it nicely.
Bloode thinks about countering with a body kick.#T3#
Good shot there by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Bloode moves out of range. #CL2#
Smash Machine has Bloode up against the cage in a clinch.
Smash Machine lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but Bloode is blocking nicely.
Bloode lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Bloode just misses with a elbow thrown towards Smash Machine's brow.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #BC#
Bloode pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Smash Machine throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloode connects with a body shot.
Smash Machine stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CL2#
Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloode doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T4#
Bloode lands a shot to the body.#BC#
Bloode breaks the clinch.
Bloode scores with a decent looking hook.
Smash Machine checks a leg kick.
Bloode looks to land a left hand but Smash Machine moved out of range nicely.
Smash Machine wants to counter with a clinch but Bloode pushes him away.
Bloode lands a nice shot to the body.
Bloode looks to land a right hand but Smash Machine moved out of range.
Bloode walks forward, straight into a front kick from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine connects with a solid leg kick.
Smash Machine is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloode.
The fighters circling - Smash Machine throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bloode connects with a leg kick.
Bloode swings for the body but Smash Machine moves out of range.
Bloode checks the leg kick nicely there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Bloode tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Smash Machine was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloode.
Bloode thumps Smash Machine with a low kick.
Smash Machine's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bloode connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Smash Machine scrambles back to his feet.
Smash Machine on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Smash Machine takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bloode takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Smash Machine bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Smash Machine wants to counter the offense by Bloode and move into the clinch position.
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but Bloode circles away.
Bloode misses with a hook.
Smash Machine takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine blocks a head kick by Bloode.
Smash Machine fails to land with a series of punches.
Bloode throws a leg kick but Smash Machine checks it. #T1#
Smash Machine fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bloode looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Smash Machine fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bloode looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Smash Machine 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 Bloode has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bloode and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bloode scores with a jab to the body.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch but Bloode swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bloode throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloode tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Smash Machine was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloode.
Smash Machine throws a right and a left that both miss.
Smash Machine scores with a body shot.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Bloode moves out of range.
Bloode walks into a left hand.
A nice leg kick from Bloode, right into the meat of the thigh.
Smash Machine doesn't manage to clinch there - Bloode circles away.
Smash Machine walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T2#
Smash Machine moves out of range of the strikes.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloode scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Smash Machine throws a leg kick but Bloode sees it coming and moves out of range.
Smash Machine is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Jab, jab by Smash Machine - just one landing.
Bloode throws a jab but it's blocked by Smash Machine.
Bloode throws a body shot but no joy.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Bloode moves out of range.
Bloode throws a leg kick which misses Smash Machine's front leg but catches the back leg as Smash Machine tries to avoid it.
Smash Machine thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
Smash Machine swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Smash Machine's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nice body punch from Bloode.
Bloode tries to land a body kick
and Smash Machine counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bloode misses with a hook. Smash Machine ducked under it nicely.
Smash Machine has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bloode.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Bloode moves out of range.
Smash Machine swings widly with a right hand
letting Bloode counter with a right hand.
A jab from Smash Machine misses.
Smash Machine throws a leg kick but Bloode sees it coming and moves out of range.
Bloode fires out a quick counter leg kick but Smash Machine just manages to avoid it.
Bloode throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bloode scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bloode throws out a loose jab but Smash Machine uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloode just misses with a punch to the body.
Smash Machine closes the distance but Bloode moves to the side
and Bloode counters with a stiff right hand. #T4#
Bloode moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloode fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bloode thuds a left hand into Smash Machine's body.
Bloode moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bloode digs a good body shot into Smash Machine's ribs.
Smash Machine is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bloode feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Bloode staying out of range there.
Bloode looks to score with a jab to the body but Smash Machine is just out of range.
Bloode takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bloode lands a head shot.
Smash Machine misses with a straight right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode clearly takes that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Bloode ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smash Machine moves away.
Bloode misses with an uppercut.
A big left from Bloode misses.
Bloode looks to land a left hand but Smash Machine moved out of range nicely.
Smash Machine tries to counter by closing the distance.
A big left from Bloode misses.
Smash Machine takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bloode lands with an overhand left.#CL2#
Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches.
Bloode lands with a left to the head.
Smash Machine misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bloode.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Bloode managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine. #BC#
Bloode pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Smash Machine throws a lazy right hand but Bloode sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Smash Machine throws an overhand right that lands on Bloode's shoulder, as Bloode tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Nice straight punches there by Smash Machine. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Smash Machine.
That kick from Bloode tenderised Smash Machine's leg. Smash Machine is trying to keep his angry face on.
Smash Machine wants to clinch up but Bloode keeps it at a distance.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch but Bloode swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Bloode misses the target.
A cross from Bloode lands.#CL2#
Smash Machine has closed the distance and engaged Bloode in a clinch.
Bloode is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smash Machine can do to turn this around?
Bloode blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smash Machine avoids the elbow strike from Bloode, against the cage.
Smash Machine takes an elbow to the temple.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Bloode lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Smash Machine scores with a knee to the head.
With the fighters up against the cage, Smash Machine throws an elbow but misses.
Bloode scores with a nice hook to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smash Machine connects with a nasty looking knee right to Bloode's face. #T2#
Bloode's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Bloode blocks the elbow strike.
Bloode blocks an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine landing some nice looking knees to the body.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Bloode blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bloode.
Bloode managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Bloode avoids a wild elbow strike from Smash Machine.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bloode. #CUT#The cut above Clinch King Smash Machine's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Bloode avoids the damage to the body.
Bloode scores with a shoulder strike.
Bloode works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T3##BC#
Bloode manages to break the clinch.
Smash Machine on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Smash Machine throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloode looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Smash Machine throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloode.
Smash Machine misses the jab.
Smash Machine throws a lazy right hand but Bloode sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2#
Smash Machine has taken the fight to the clinch.
Bloode tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smash Machine's elbow.
Bloode lands with a light punch inside.
Bloode blocks an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bloode avoids it.
Bloode lands a left hand that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Smash Machine lands a good knee to the midsection. Bloode won't want to take too many of those.#T4#
Bloode misses with an elbow strike.
A knee to the head by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smash Machine misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bloode has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Smash Machine using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Bloode takes a knee to the side of the body.
Smash Machine gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Bloode avoiding damage as Smash Machine throws knees to the body.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Bloode misses with a short punch on the inside.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Bloode blocks it with crossed arms.
Bloode doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Smash Machine misses with an elbow strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Clinch King Smash Machine will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Bloode misses with a wild body shot.
Smash Machine tries to counter by closing the distance.
Bloode changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bloode moves out of range of the body kick from Smash Machine.
Bloode defending well as Smash Machine loads up on a big left hand.
Bloode uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine takes a swing at Bloode's ribcage but misses.
Bloode scoring well with a low kick there.
Smash Machine takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bloode throws a series of strikes that have Smash Machine backpedaling.
Smash Machine has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Bloode.
Smash Machine fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bloode fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Smash Machine connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bloode circles away from the clinch attempt. #T1#
Bloode misses with a head kick.
Smash Machine lands a two punch combo.
Smash Machine throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloode sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bloode paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jab from Bloode.
Bloode throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bloode counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Smash Machine connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Smash Machine swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bloode counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bloode avoids the body shot from Smash Machine.
Bloode misses with a straight right.
Bloode fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Smash Machine looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T2#
The fighters circling - Smash Machine throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Smash Machine throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bloode counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Smash Machine thinking.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up but Bloode circles away and keeps his distance.
Bloode swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bloode throws a shot to the body.
Bloode misses the shot to the body.
Smash Machine ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bloode jabs Smash Machine to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Smash Machine shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Smash Machine checks the leg kick.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bloode paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A shot to the body from Smash Machine misses
and Bloode counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloode misses the target.
A swing and a miss from Bloode.#T3#
Bloode throws a shot to the body.
Smash Machine misses with a looping right.
Smash Machine misses with a hook.
Smash Machine throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bloode counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Smash Machine scores with a jab to the head.
Smash Machine moves away from the strike by Bloode.
It seemed like Smash Machine was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Smash Machine tries to clinch
enabling Bloode to counter with a crisp jab.
Clinch King Smash Machine has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bloode loads up on a big right hand but Smash Machine slips the punch.
Smash Machine throws out a counter right but Bloode avoids it with no problem.
Smash Machine wants to clinch up but Bloode keeps it at a distance.
Bloode circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bloode throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Smash Machine fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bloode digs a good body shot into Smash Machine's ribs.#T4#
Bloode throws a hook to the side of Smash Machine's head but Smash Machine sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Smash Machine let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bloode throws out a powerful jab.
Choctaw Bloode is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Smash Machine takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloode ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bloode dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Smash Machine checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#CL2#
Smash Machine has closed the distance and engaged Bloode in a clinch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Smash Machine just misses with a elbow thrown towards Bloode's brow.
Bloode blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Bloode lands a damaging elbow.
Smash Machine avoids a wild elbow strike from Bloode.
Smash Machine crunches a lovely knee into Bloode's ribcage.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bloode avoids it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Choctaw Bloode showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bloode 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 48:47
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 48:47
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Choctaw Bloode!

Choctaw Bloode retains his light heavyweight title!
Choctaw Bloode spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
The defeated Clinch King Smash Machine had this to say: 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

 

Event: Checkmate vs. BFC 1     
Date:   Dec 12, 2020
#R1#
Phoenix looks to land a right hand but Bloode moved out of range.
Bloode lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A big left from Phoenix misses.
Bloode swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Phoenix throws a predictable looking body shot
and Phoenix takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bloode lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bloode wants to land a leg kick but Phoenix is out of range.
Bloode uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Phoenix.
Phoenix steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bloode.
Bloode lands an overhand right.
Phoenix scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bloode in his tracks.
Phoenix keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Phoenix bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Phoenix looks to land a left hand but Bloode moved out of range nicely.
Phoenix has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Phoenix Fight Team in the buildup to the fight.
Bloode blocks a jab.
Bloode throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Bloode 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.
Blake Phoenix seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Phoenix scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloode misses with a wild body shot.
A nice leg kick from Bloode, right into the meat of the thigh. #T1#
Phoenix misses with a straight right.
Phoenix throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bloode misses with a low kick as Phoenix jumps back.
Phoenix feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bloodes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Phoenix keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A low kick lands for Bloode.
Bloode walks into a straight right hand from Phoenix.
Phoenix throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bloode on the side of the head.
Phoenix throws a hook but Bloode blocks it.
Phoenix backing away here, and Bloode unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Bloode swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Phoenix waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloode.
Bloode throws a low kick but Phoenix avoids it.
Phoenix has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bloode.
Phoenix moves out of range as Bloode throws a body kick.
Phoenix throws a lazy right hand but Bloode sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloode throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T2#
Bloode works the jab nicely.
Phoenix connects with a single shot there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloode misses with a looping right.
Bloode throws the left hand but Phoenix avoids the punch easily.
Phoenix ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jab from Phoenix.
Phoenix throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloode counters with a slapping leg kick.
Phoenix cracks Bloode with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bloode fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Phoenix has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Phoenix rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloode counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Phoenix throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloode.
Bloode defending well as Phoenix loads up on a big left hand.
A swing and a miss from Phoenix.
Phoenix drops his hands momentarily and Bloode takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bloode ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Phoenix moves away.
Phoenix is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Phoenix slips under a jab from Bloode.#T3#
Phoenix misses with an uppercut. Bloode saw that one coming.
Phoenix uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bloode.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bloode.
Bloode comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Phoenix looks to land a left hand but Bloode moved out of range nicely.
Phoenix avoids the body shot from Bloode.
An inside leg kick from Bloode misses.
Bloode misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Phoenix counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bloode takes a swing at Phoenix's ribcage but misses.
Bloode bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bloode uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Phoenix.
Bloode uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Phoenix.
Phoenix is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Bloode is looking to score with low kicks.
Bloode is looking to slow Phoenix down with leg kicks.
Bloode scores with a nice body kick.
Bloode bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Phoenix is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloode.
Bloode moves out of range of the strikes.
Bloode looks to score with a jab to the body but Phoenix is just out of range.
Phoenix misses with an uppercut
and Bloode counters with a straight right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Phoenix throws an overhand right that lands on Bloode's shoulder, as Bloode tries to avoid the shot.
Phoenix throws a predictable looking body shot
and Phoenix takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Phoenix misses the jab.
Bloode blocks a jab.
Phoenix missing with a left hand there. Bloode was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A big right from Phoenix misses.
Bloode uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Phoenix.
Bloode swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bloode uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Phoenix.
Bloode lands with a nice body punch.
Phoenix misses with a straight left.
Bloode moves out of range of the strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode 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#
Bloode pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bloode throws a hook but Phoenix avoids it easily.
Bloode connects with an inside leg kick.
Bloode is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloode.
Phoenix takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Phoenix throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bloode on the side of the head.
Bloode explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Bloode.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Phoenix might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Phoenix missing with a left hand there. Bloode was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bloode keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Phoenix.
Phoenix connects with a nice looking 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!
Bloode takes one to the chin there.
Bloode throws a hook but Phoenix avoids it easily.
Phoenix looks to land a left hand but Bloode moved out of range nicely.
A punch lands to the side of Phoenix 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T1#
Phoenix misses with a lunging right hand
and Bloode counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Phoenix with a nice cross.
Phoenix is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bloode bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Phoenix checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Phoenix misses with a straight right.
Bloode uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Phoenix.
Phoenix throws a lazy right hand but Bloode sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloode only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Phoenix throws a lazy right hand but Bloode sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloode thinks about the counter body kick.
Bloode scores with a sloppy right hand. Phoenix should have avoided that one.
Choctaw Bloode seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Phoenix works the jab nicely.
Phoenix is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloode.
Phoenix throws an overhand right that lands on Bloode's shoulder, as Bloode tries to avoid the shot.
Bloode throws a low kick but Phoenix avoids it.
Phoenix throws out a powerful jab.
Phoenix digs a good body shot into Bloode's ribs.
Bloode is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloode lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bloode ducks under a wild hook from Phoenix.
Phoenix throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloode.
Phoenix throws a looping overhand right but Bloode ducks down to avoid it.
Phoenix slips a jab from Bloode.
Bloode looks to throw the jab but Phoenix is out of range.
Bloode misses with a hook. Phoenix ducked under it nicely.
Bloode missing with a left hand there. Phoenix was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bloode scores with a jab to the body.
Bloode misses the shot to the body.
Phoenix throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloode connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bloode takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Phoenix jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Phoenix throws out a loose jab but Bloode uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloode defending well as Phoenix loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Phoenix misses with a straight left.
Bloode takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Phoenix lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bloode fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Phoenix checks it well.
Phoenix throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Phoenix misses with an uppercut.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bloode.
Bloode throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Phoenix misses with a lunging right hand
and Bloode counters with a nice body kick.
Phoenix looks to land a left hand but Bloode moved out of range nicely.
Phoenix missing with a left hand there. Bloode was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bloode ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Phoenix moves away.
Bloode lands with a hook. Phoenix tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bloode throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Phoenix ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Phoenix will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.#T4#
Bloode throws a leg kick
and Phoenix counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Phoenix misses with an uppercut
enabling Bloode to counter with a crisp jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Phoenix throws a looping overhand right but Bloode ducks down to avoid it.
Phoenix misses with an uppercut
and Bloode counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Phoenix throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bloode counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Phoenix swings widly with a right hand
and Bloode counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bloode avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloode displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Phoenix throws out the jab.
Bloode moves out of range as Phoenix strikes.
Bloode waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Phoenix.
Bloode connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bloode slips a jab from Phoenix.
Bloode tries a quick counter leg kick but Phoenix is wise to it.
Phoenix rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Phoenix takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice straight punches there by Phoenix. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Phoenix.
Bloode has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Phoenix misses with an uppercut.
Bloode loads up on a big right hand but Phoenix slips the punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Choctaw Bloode will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
A big right from Phoenix misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bloode. Phoenix does a little dance to reset his feet.
A jab from Bloode finds it's way through Phoenix's defenses.
Phoenix looks to land a left hand but Bloode moved out of range nicely.
Bloode only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Bloode is looking to slow Phoenix down with leg kicks.
Phoenix throws a hook to the side of Bloode's head but Bloode sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A jab from Phoenix misses.
Bloode connects with a leg kick.
Bloode throws a leg kick
and Phoenix counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nice body kick there by Bloode.
Bloode throws a leg kick but Phoenix moved away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode slips a straight right by Phoenix.
Bloode throws a body shot but no joy.
Phoenix is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A big right from Bloode misses.
Bloode slips under a jab.
Bloode on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T1#
Phoenix looks to land a right hand but Bloode moved out of range.
Phoenix slips a jab from Bloode.
Phoenix looks to throw the jab but Bloode is out of range.
Bloode is looking to chop away at Phoenix's legs.
Phoenix was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bloode throws a wild body kick that Phoenix sees coming a mile off.
Phoenix misses with a straight right.
Phoenix misses with a looping left.
It seemed like Bloode was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Phoenix takes a swing at Bloode's ribcage but misses.
Bloode misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Phoenix.
A telegraphed right hand from Phoenix misses the target.
Phoenix throws a good cross that connects.
Phoenix misses the shot to the body.
Phoenix's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bloode connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Phoenix scrambles back to his feet.
Bloode throws a leg kick
and Bloode takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bloode scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Bloode lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Phoenix avoids the body shot from Bloode.
Phoenix ducks under a wild hook from Bloode.
Phoenix is looking to counter punch.
Phoenix throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloode counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloode misses with a hook. Phoenix ducked under it nicely.
Phoenix throwing a counter right hand but Bloode manages to avoid it.
Phoenix misses the jab.
A swing and a miss from Phoenix.
Phoenix keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Phoenix throws the left hand but Bloode avoids the punch easily.
Bloode misses with a hook.
Bloode misses with a straight right.
Bloode steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Phoenix.
Phoenix misses with a straight left.
Bloode was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Bloode misses with a hook to the body
enabling Phoenix to counter with a crisp jab.
Phoenix throws a lazy right hand but Bloode sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloode was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T3#
Phoenix throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloode lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Phoenix at a distance.
Phoenix throws the left hand but Bloode avoids the punch easily.
Bloode throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Phoenix loads up on a big right hand but Bloode slips the punch.
Bloode misses with a looping left.
Phoenix throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloode.
Phoenix misses with a hook
and Bloode counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Phoenix misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloode.
Phoenix keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bloode.
Phoenix moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bloode keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloode walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bloode throws a hook but Phoenix avoids it easily.
Phoenix jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T4#
Bloode lands with an overhand left.
Phoenix scores with a nice head shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloode drops his hands momentarily and Phoenix takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Phoenix throws out a loose jab but Bloode uses good head movement to avoid it.
Phoenix misses with a straight right.
Bloode throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A swing and a miss from Phoenix.
A slow jab from Phoenix misses its intended target.
Phoenix checks a low kick from Bloode.
Bloode connects with a nice looking jab.
Phoenix throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A big left from Phoenix misses.
Phoenix throws a lazy right hand but Bloode sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloode throws a shot to the body.
Bloode feints and then cracks Phoenix's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Phoenix down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Choctaw Bloode just about did enough to take it.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Bloode lets loose with a powerful body kick. Phoenix will feel that in the morning.
Good exchange - Phoenix coming out on top.
Bloode throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Phoenix sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bloode moves away from the strike by Phoenix.
Bloode blocks a jab.
Phoenix throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice cross by Phoenix.
Bloode throws a jab when Phoenix was well out of range.
Bloode moves away from the strike by Phoenix.
Bloode fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Phoenix is out of range.
An inside leg kick from Bloode misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode throws a body kick that misses.
Phoenix swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bloode lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bloode moves out of range of the strikes.
Phoenix looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloode is just out of range.#T1#
Phoenix connects with a single shot there.
Phoenix throws a looping overhand right but Bloode ducks down to avoid it.
Bloode clobbers Phoenix with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Phoenix connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bloode. Bloode circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bloode with a jab.
Phoenix throws an off balance right hand
letting Bloode counter with a right hand.
Phoenix ducks under a wild hook from Bloode.
Bloode throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Phoenix throwing a counter right hand but Bloode manages to avoid it.
Bloode connects with a body shot that sends Phoenix's belly button to the back.
Bloode pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bloode lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bloode bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bloode swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Phoenix connects with the punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Phoenix throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Phoenix misses with a hook. Bloode ducked under it nicely.
Bloode takes one to the side of the head.
Phoenix looks to land a left hand but Bloode moved out of range nicely.
Phoenix swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Phoenix moves out of range as Bloode strikes.
Bloode tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Phoenix is able to avoid easily.
Phoenix appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Phoenix moves away from the strike by Bloode.
It looked like Phoenix wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bloode tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Phoenix is able to avoid easily.
A big right from Phoenix misses.
Phoenix throws a hook but Bloode avoids it easily.
Phoenix jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloode ducks right into an uppercut from Phoenix.
Bloode rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Phoenix moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Phoenix gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bloode throws a hook but Phoenix avoids it easily.#T3#
A big right from Bloode misses.
A jab from Phoenix misses.
A jab from Phoenix misses.
Phoenix throws the left hand but Bloode avoids the punch easily.
Bloode was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Bloode tries to land a front kick but Phoenix steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bloode thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Phoenix if he has to take too many more of those.
Phoenix throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloode.
Bloode tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Phoenix is able to avoid easily.
Phoenix jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Phoenix throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A swing and a miss from Phoenix.
Bloode replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Phoenix blocks it well.
Phoenix takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bloode cracks Phoenix with an open hand slap.
Phoenix jabs at Bloode's body.#T4#
Bloode throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Phoenix was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bloode uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bloode pivots, looking for a leg kick but Phoenix is out of range and Bloode settles back down.
Bloode throws an overhand right that lands on Phoenix's shoulder, as Phoenix tries to avoid the shot.
Phoenix is looking to counter punch.
Phoenix needs to keep his hands up - Bloode had a free shot at his head there.
Bloode moves out of range as Phoenix strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Phoenix misses with a hook
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Bloode throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Phoenix sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Phoenix fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Phoenix throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloode.
Phoenix slips under a jab.
Bloode moves out of range of the strikes.
Bloode misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Phoenix.
Bloode looks to land a combination but Phoenix avoids it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Choctaw Bloode will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Phoenix throws a big shot that misses.
Bloode looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bloode swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Phoenix loads up on a big right hand but Bloode slips the punch.
Phoenix misses the jab.
Bloode appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Phoenix misses with an uppercut. Bloode saw that one coming.
Bloode comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Phoenix takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Phoenix throws a body shot but no joy.
A shot to the liver by Bloode. Beautiful body shot.
Bloode looks to score with a jab to the body but Phoenix is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Phoenix throws a lazy right hand but Bloode sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Phoenix throws a lazy right hand but Bloode sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloode follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Phoenix throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bloode looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A telegraphed right hand from Phoenix misses the target. #T1#
Phoenix throws a hook but Bloode blocks it.
Phoenix misses with a wild body shot.
Good work by Phoenix as he checks the leg kick.
Phoenix throws a jab when Bloode was well out of range.
Phoenix lands a nice shot that snaps Bloode's head back.
Bloode misses with a low kick.
Phoenix throws a lazy right hand but Bloode sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloode doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Phoenix loads up on a big right hand but Bloode slips the punch.
A good leg kick by Bloode.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bloode.
Bloode's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Phoenix connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bloode scrambles back to his feet.
Phoenix dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Phoenix uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bloode.
A slow jab from Phoenix misses its intended target. #T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Phoenix misses the target.
A clash of legs there as Phoenix blocks the low kick.
Phoenix throwing a counter right hand but Bloode manages to avoid it.
Bloode fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Phoenix manages to avoid it.
Phoenix is looking to counter punch.
Phoenix uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bloode.
Phoenix jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Phoenix throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloode sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bloode throws a low kick but Phoenix avoids it.
Phoenix throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloode misses with a wild body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A clash of legs there as Phoenix blocks the low kick.
Bloode displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Phoenix throws out the jab.
A little jabbing left from Bloode on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Phoenix throws a body punch but Bloode moves out of range.
Phoenix lands with a right hand.
Bloode looking to land some kicks to the body here. #T3#
Bloode moves away from the strike by Phoenix.
Bloode uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Phoenix.
Bloode is looking to score with low kicks.
Bloode slips a jab from Phoenix.
Bloode with a hook.
Bloode ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Phoenix waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloode.
Good shot there by Bloode.
Bloode throws a hook but Phoenix blocks it.
Bloode scores with a shot to the body.
Bloode throws an overhand right that lands on Phoenix's shoulder, as Phoenix tries to avoid the shot.
Bloode lands the left hand.
Bloode tries to move into range but Phoenix moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Phoenix misses with an uppercut. Bloode saw that one coming.#T4#
Bloode takes one to the chin there.
Nice defenses there by Bloode.
Choctaw Bloode is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bloode blocks a jab.
Phoenix throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloode sees it coming and avoids it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Phoenix tests Bloode's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Phoenix steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bloode.
Bloode throws a leg kick which misses Phoenix's front leg but catches the back leg as Phoenix tries to avoid it.
Phoenix moves into range and connects with a jab.
Phoenix throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloode moves out of range of the strikes.
Phoenix misses with an uppercut. Bloode saw that one coming.
Phoenix bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bloode's head backwards.
Bloode moves away from the strike by Phoenix.
Blake Phoenix has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bloode misses with a hook. Phoenix ducked under it nicely.
Phoenix is looking to counter punch.
Phoenix swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bloode! But no joy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Blake Phoenix showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bloode 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 46:49
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 46:49
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Choctaw Bloode!

Choctaw Bloode is the new light heavyweight champion!
Choctaw Bloode was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
The defeated Blake Phoenix had this to say: 'WTF? You've got to be kidding me!'.

 

Event: Checkmate Contenders 7     
Date:   Nov 04, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Akerfeldt shoots in looking for a takedown. Bloode tries to sprawl out of it but Akerfeldt keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bloode manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Akerfeldt fails to land the takedown.
Bloode connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Akerfeldt's hands.
Bloode digs a good hook to Akerfeldt's body.
Bloode lands a front kick.
Akerfeldt drops his hands momentarily and Bloode takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Good standup being displayed there by Bloode as he connects with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Akerfeldt shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bloode manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bloode tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bloode pulls Akerfeldt in to control the position. #T1#
Akerfeldt looking to sit in guard and control but Bloode gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Bloode sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Akerfeldt's guard.
Bloode really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Akerfeldt. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Bloode seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bloode pulls his head out easily.
Akerfeldt wants to improve his position but Bloode is controlling well. #T2##SUB#
Akerfeldt actively working from the bottom here.
Akerfeldt trying to get back to full guard but Bloode takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Akerfeldt is looking to get to half guard.
Akerfeldt is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Akerfeldt gets back to half guard.
Akerfeldt wants to improve his position but Bloode is controlling well. #SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bloode pulls his head out easily.
Akerfeldt wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Akerfeldt has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bloode is working away from the top position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bloode is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Akerfeldt!
Akerfeldt is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#T4#
Bloode controlling from the full mount.
Akerfeldt gets back to half guard.
Akerfeldt is trying to get back to full guard.
Bloode controlling the action here. #SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bloode pulls his head out easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bloode performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Bloode keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bloode comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bloode sizes up Akerfeldt with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bloode scores with a nice right hand.
Bloode wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bloode chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Akerfeldt shoots for a double leg takedown but Bloode sprawls well. He's pushed Akerfeldt's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Bloode punishes Akerfeldt's body with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Akerfeldt shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bloode as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjorn Akerfeldt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bloode getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T1#
Bloode fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Akerfeldt looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nice cross by Bloode.
Akerfeldt doesn't manage to clinch there - Bloode circles away.
Bloode lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bloode getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bloode cracks Akerfeldt with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Choctaw Bloode is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bloode throws a good cross that connects.
Akerfeldt looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Akerfeldt with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bloode to score with a decent uppercut.
Bloode lands a big head kick that sends Akerfeldt to the canvas! Bloode follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Choctaw Bloode!
After the fight, Choctaw Bloode was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: Checkmate Championship 10     
Date:   Sep 26, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bloode slips a jab from Defoe.
Nice uppercut lands for Bloode. That snapped Defoe's head back.
Bloode digs a good body shot into Defoe's ribs.
Bloode misses with a wild body shot.
Bloode lands the left hand.
Bloode moves out of range as Defoe throws a body kick.
Bloode is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Defoe.
Bloode looks to land a right hand but Defoe moved out of range.
Defoe throws a low kick but Bloode avoids it.
Defoe feints and then cracks Bloode's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bloode down.
Bloode misses with a shot to the body
and Defoe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloode throws out a powerful jab.
Defoe lands with a thumping leg kick.
Defoe throws a hook to the side of Bloode's head but Bloode sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Defoe has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Defoe throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloode.
Defoe misses with a head kick.
And Bloode counters with a quick kick to the body but Defoe blocks it.
Defoe swings for the body but Bloode moves out of range.
Bloode wants to slow Defoe down by chopping away at his legs. #T1#
Defoe misses with a right hand
letting Bloode counter with a right hand.
An inside leg kick lands from Bloode.
Defoe throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bloode connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Defoe throws a head kick but Bloode moves out of range.
Defoe tries to land a front kick but Bloode steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Defoe looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Defoe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloode.
Defoe takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #CL#
Bloode has managed to clinch.
Nice elbow from Bloode.
With the fighters up against the cage, Bloode throws an elbow but misses.
Bloode has Defoe pressed against the cage, preventing Defoe from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Defoe tries to break free but Bloode pushes him back against the cage.
Bloode lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Defoe.
Bloode lands a nice elbow. #CUT#It looks like Hurricane Defoe has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bloode throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #T2#
Defoe is trying to force a seperation but Bloode has the dominant position.
Bloode fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bloode lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Defoe breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Defoe walks into a straight right hand from Bloode.
Bloode misses with a low kick as Defoe jumps back.
Defoe takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Defoe's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bloode connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Defoe scrambles back to his feet.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloode.
Defoe throws a right hand that Bloode ducks under and follows up with a left that Bloode also avoids with ease.
Bloode listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A jab from Bloode finds it's way through Defoe's defenses.
Bloode lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Bloode slips under a jab.
Defoe walks into a jab.
Bloode doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T3#
Defoe keeps the fight on the outside.
Bloode misses with a straight right.
A slapping body kick lands there for Bloode.
It looks like Bloode has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Defoe looks for the body kick but Bloode saw that one coming.
Bloode lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bloode lands an overhand right.
Bloode throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Defoe misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bloode lands with an uppercut that bounces Defoe off the cage and back into range.
Defoe lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bloode circles away quickly and effectively.
Defoe misses the body punch
and Bloode makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Bloode ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bloode fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bloode scores with a head kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloode takes a swing at Defoe's ribcage but misses. #T4#
Bloode throws the left hand but Defoe avoids the punch easily.
Bloode takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bloode scores with a body shot.
Defoe throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bloode.
Bloode lands a lovely overhand right.
Bloode throws a wild body kick that Defoe sees coming a mile off.
A low kick lands for Bloode.
Bloode slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Defoe circles away from the clinch attempt.
Defoe throws out a counter right but Bloode avoids it with no problem.
Decent striking displayed by Bloode there.
Bloode throws a looping overhand right but Defoe ducks down to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bloode takes one to the chin there.
Bloode works Defoe's body with a nice hook.
Defoe looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Defoe connects with a leg kick.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Hurricane Defoe's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Defoe throws a leg kick but Bloode sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bloode misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Defoe.
Bloode on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bloode fails with an attempt to clinch.
Defoe swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bloode moves forwards but Defoe connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bloode uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Defoe.
Choctaw Bloode is winning the standup battle so far.
Defoe misses with an uppercut. Bloode saw that one coming.
Defoe lands with a good body shot.
A slow jab from Bloode misses its intended target.
Defoe takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bloode slips a straight right by Defoe.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloode swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bloode on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Defoe scores with a jab. Bloode acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A slow jab from Defoe misses its intended target.
Bloode swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
Bloode throws a front kick that sends Defoe stumbling back into the cage.#CL#
Bloode pushes Defoe up against the cage in a clinch.
Bloode misses with a body punch.
Bloode has Defoe pressed against the cage, preventing Defoe from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Defoe is trying to force a seperation but Bloode has the dominant position.#BC2#
Defoe manages to break the clinch.
Bloode lands with a slapping head kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Defoe. Bloode does a little dance to reset his feet.
Defoe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloode pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL#
Bloode takes the fight into the clinch.
Defoe wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Bloode lands an elbow inside.
Bloode stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #T2#
A frustrated look appears on Defoe's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bloode lands with a right to the head.
Bloode slows down the pace here.
Bloode keeps control of Defoe as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A short body shot lands from Bloode as the two fighters clinch.
A right hand to the body from Bloode.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloode looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Defoe working hard to break the clinch.
Bloode tries to work over Defoe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Defoe's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Defoe throws a head kick but Bloode moves out of range.
Defoe is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bloode defending well as Defoe loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Defoe pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bloode throws a leg kick which misses Defoe's front leg but catches the back leg as Defoe tries to avoid it.
Defoe pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bloode is out of range and Defoe settles back down.
Good standup being displayed there by Bloode as he connects with a hook.
Defoe scores with a push kick.#CL#
Bloode drives through and clinches with Defoe against the cage.
Defoe wants to break the clinch but can't.
Defoe is trying to push Bloode away but Bloode has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Bloode gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Defoe is looking to break free of the clinch but Bloode has double underhooks. #BC2#
Defoe breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Defoe throws a leg kick
and Bloode counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Defoe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Defoe looks to land a left hand but Bloode moved out of range nicely.
Defoe takes one on the button.#T4##CL#
Bloode pushes Defoe up against the cage in a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Defoe tries to circle away but Bloode has him pinned against the cage.
Defoe takes an elbow to the forehead.
Bloode misses with an elbow strike.
Defoe takes an elbow to the temple. #BC2#
Defoe's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bloode lands the left hand.
Defoe misses with a few strikes there.
Bloode connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Defoe's hands.
Defoe misses with an attempted mid kick.
A low kick from Defoe misses
and Bloode counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Nice body punch from Bloode.
Defoe is breathing heavily.
Defoe takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bloode connects with an inside leg kick.
Defoe throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Hurricane Defoe'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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Bloode blocks the body kick.
Bloode tries to counter by clinching up but Defoe breaks away and moves out of range.
Defoe 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.
Bloode scores with a jab to the body.
Defoe throws a leg kick but Bloode checks it.
Nice defenses there by Defoe.
Bloode connects with a body shot.#CL#
Bloode forces Defoe back against the cage and clinches.
Bloode pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Bloode comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Defoe wants to break the clinch but can't.
Bloode keeps control of Defoe as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Bloode pushes off an throws an elbow but Defoe leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Bloode - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Defoe blocks an elbow strike from Bloode. #T1#
Bloode lands a hook that snaps the head of Defoe backwards.
Bloode lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Defoe or not.
Defoe tries to break free but Bloode pushes him back against the cage.
Bloode lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Defoe or not.
Defoe takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Defoe is trying to force a seperation but Bloode has the dominant position.
Bloode lands a damaging elbow.
Bloode tries to throw a body punch but Defoe avoids it by throwing Bloode back against the cage.
Bloode misses with a body punch.
Defoe is trying to break free.
Defoe is trying to push Bloode away but Bloode has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Bloode misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Defoe has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bloode throws an elbow that misses.
Bloode stalling.
Defoe wants to break free but Bloode has control.
Bloode lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Defoe blocks an elbow strike from Bloode.
Hurricane Defoe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Bloode creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Defoe's defenses.
Defoe is trying to break the clinch but Bloode has him pressed against the cage.
Defoe wants to break free but Bloode has control.
Bloode pushes off an throws an elbow but Defoe leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Bloode tries a body shot but Defoe blocks it.
Defoe tries to break free but Bloode pushes him back against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bloode.
Bloode lands a nice uppercut.
Nice elbow from Bloode.
Bloode is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Defoe can do to turn this around?
Bloode has Defoe pressed against the cage, preventing Defoe from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Defoe prevents a body shot from Bloode.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stalling in the clinch from Bloode.
Defoe has had enough of the clinch but Bloode keeps him there for the moment.
Defoe is looking to break free of the clinch but Bloode has double underhooks. #BC2#
Defoe breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bloode misses with a body shot. #T3##CL#
Bloode closes the distance and pushes Defoe back into the cage.
Bloode lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Defoe tries to circle away but Bloode has him pinned against the cage.
Defoe wants to break the clinch but can't.
Bloode keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Defoe's efforts to push away.
Defoe wants to break the clinch but can't.
Defoe blocks an elbow strike.
Defoe wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC2#
Defoe breaks from the clinch.
Defoe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bloode was well out of range. Poor timing from Defoe.
Bloode cracks Defoe with a good jab.
Bloode throws a leg kick which misses Defoe's front leg but catches the back leg as Defoe tries to avoid it.
Defoe sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Bloode tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Defoe paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bloode lands with an overhand left.#T4#
Defoe misses with a right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Choctaw Bloode is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Defoe keeps the fight on the outside.
Bloode fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bloode checks the leg kick nicely there.
Bloode misses the shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloode uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Defoe takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Defoe swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bloode counters with a straight right hand.
Defoe throws a hook but Bloode avoids it easily.
Bloode digs a good body shot into Defoe's ribs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Defoe. Bloode does a little dance to reset his feet.
Defoe closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Defoe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bloode looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.

And that's the end of the fight!
Choctaw Bloode showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bloode 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 30:27
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Choctaw Bloode!

After the fight, Choctaw Bloode was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: Checkmate Knight Battle RD#1     
Date:   Aug 15, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bloode on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bloode ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bloode looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Wu gets tackled into the cage by Bloode. Bloode maintains the clinch.
Bloode stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Bloode lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Zhang Wu has been cut.
Wu has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Bloode lands with a light punch inside.
Wu's coach down at Average Joes Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Wu's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Wu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bloode taking a breather.
Bloode lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Wu will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Bloode up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Bloode comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT#That has opened up Zhang Wu's cut even more.
Bloode blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloode misses with a hook to the ribs. #T1#
Bloode presses Wu against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bloode pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Bloode softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bloode content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Bloode lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Bloode blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bloode gets through Wu's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#ROC#Wu is rocked!
Bloode blocks an uppercut.
Bloode tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bloode blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wu is trying to push Bloode away but Bloode has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Bloode gets through Wu's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bloode doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bloode lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Wu.
Bloode blocking some punches.
Wu wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T2#
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bloode. #CUT#The cut above Zhang Wu's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Bloode lands an elbow that stopped Wu in his tracks for a moment.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short uppercut from Bloode.
Wu is still on wobbly legs! Can Bloode finish him?#CUT#Zhang Wu's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Bloode blocks an uppercut.
Bloode pulls back and lands a big elbow that stuns Wu! Bloode unloads with more strikes and Wu sinks to his knees! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Choctaw Bloode!
Choctaw Bloode bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: Checkmate Contenders 4     
Date:   Jul 01, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bloode misses with a straight left.
Bloode throws a half hearted mid kick.
We've been told by Bloode's head coaches at GWad's Playpen that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A low kick lands for Bloode.
Bloode lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nice takedown defense from Bloode. No joy for Alexander on that attempt.
Bloode connects with a solid leg kick. #TD2#
Alexander fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bloode sprawls well initially but Alexander persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Alexander takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Alexander thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Alexander not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Alexander thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bloode's head.
Alexander thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bloode's head. #T1#
Bloode avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Alexander.
Alexander is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Alexander trying to control the position from guard on top but Bloode is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alexander loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bloode preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bloode preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bloode utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alexander wants to stand but Bloode is controlling his posture from full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A lazy body kick from Bloode #TD2#
and Alexander decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bloode's guard.#T2#
Alexander throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Bloode preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bloode has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Alexander is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Bloode preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Alexander loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bloode seems keen to control Alexander's posture.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Alexander stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bloode.
Bloode throws a head kick but Alexander moves out of range.
Alexander drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bloode defends it well.
Bloode tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Alexander manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bloode blocks a jab.
Bloode looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Bloode tries to close the distance and clinch but Alexander swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bloode throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Alexander counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Bloode is trying to get back to full guard.
We've been informed that Alexander has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Bloode won't allow Alexander to pass to mount. #T4#
Alexander thows a huge punch but Bloode dodges it nicely.
Alexander sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bloode defending well though.
Bloode tries to get to full guard but Alexander has control of the leg.
Alexander has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Bloode keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Alexander missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Alexander missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bloode avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Alexander.
Alexander thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Bloode wants to improve his position but Alexander is controlling well.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.

Zane Alexander 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#
Bloode throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD2#
and Alexander counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Alexander missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bloode is trying to control but can't.
Alexander thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bloode's head.
Alexander wants to control but Bloode is keeping him busy.
Alexander is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Bloode wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alexander scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Bloode trying to hold on to Alexander's head to control him but Alexander postures up.
Alexander thows a huge punch but Bloode dodges it nicely. #T1#
Alexander trying to control the action but Bloode is working from the bottom.
Alexander missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bloode moves in looking to clinch but Alexander pushes him off.
Alexander fails to land the takedown.
A low kick from Bloode is predictable there #TD2#
and Alexander counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Alexander working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Alexander throws a strike but Bloode rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Alexander wants to stand and escape but Bloode is having none of it. #T2#
Alexander controlling Bloode's posture.
Bloode stopping the sweep attempt from Alexander.
Bloode postures up.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Alexander can do anything to dispel that myth.
Alexander has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Alexander tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Bloode seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB2#
Alexander had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bloode defends it easily.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Alexander shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bloode sprawls well. Bloode wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Alexander gets slowly back to his feet.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Alexander fails with a takedown attempt.
Choctaw Bloode has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zane Alexander.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bloode looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bloode with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bloode with a nice calf kick.
Bloode buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bloode lands with an uppercut that bounces Alexander off the cage and back into range.
Bloode tries to close the distance and clinch but Alexander swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bloode lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Zane Alexander will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A head kick misses from Bloode.
Alexander checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bloode stuffs the takedown.
Bloode gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD2#
and Alexander counters with a shoot takedown. Bloode fights it but they end up in guard.
Alexander throws a big right hand that misses.
Alexander works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Alexander throws a strike but Bloode avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Alexander is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alexander postures up in Bloode's guard and throws a big left but Bloode blocks it. #T1#
Alexander throws a big elbow that misses.
Bloode avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Alexander throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bloode works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Alexander throwing strikes from guard but Bloode blocks nicely.
Alexander wants to control from the top but Bloode keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bloode throws a body punch but Alexander moves out of range.
Alexander has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bloode throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Alexander counters with a single leg into guard. Bloode didn't expect that.
Alexander throws a big elbow that misses.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Alexander is looking to work some ground and pound but Bloode has wrist control.#T2#
Alexander trying to control the position from guard on top but Bloode is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bloode wants to control but Alexander passes easily into half guard.
Alexander throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Alexander missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Alexander thows a huge punch but Bloode dodges it nicely.
Ground and pound from Alexander.
Alexander thows a huge punch but Bloode dodges it nicely.
Bloode avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Alexander.
Zane Alexander has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Alexander throws a strike but Bloode avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Alexander trying to control the position from guard on top but Bloode is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bloode avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A big left from Alexander misses.
Zane Alexander is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bloode scores with a jab to the body.
Bloode tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD2#
and Alexander counters with a single leg into guard. Bloode didn't expect that.
Alexander showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Choctaw Bloode has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Alexander is continuing to stall.
Bloode wants to hit a sweep here but Alexander passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Bloode there!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Alexander controlling from mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Zane Alexander comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Alexander 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 Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zane Alexander!

Zane Alexander thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: Checkmate Hunting Gold RD#1     
Date:   May 30, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Bloode gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Bloode gets underhooks to prevent Edwards's takedown attempt.
I was talking to Edwards's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Edwards avoids the elbow strike from Bloode, against the cage.
Edwards is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Bloode is defending well.
Bloode stops a takedown attempt from Edwards.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mason Edwards. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Edwards tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Bloode lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Edwards tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bloode just stands there and leans against the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bloode. #CUT2#It looks like Mason Edwards has been cut.
Bloode lands an elbow just above Edwards 's eye.
Edwards tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bloode smiles and moves away. #CL2#
Bloode clinches up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Edwards fails to pull guard.
Bloode prevents a takedown attempt there.
Edwards is trying to pull guard but Bloode has him pressed against the cage.#T1#
Edwards tries to pull guard but Bloode holds him up against the cage and eventually Edwards drops back down to his feet.
Bloode throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bloode.
Edwards fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Bloode lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Edwards fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bloode lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #BC2#
Bloode breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Bloode moves into the clinch successfully.
Bloode lands an elbow just above Edwards 's eye.
Edwards is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bloode to keep the fight standing.
Edwards drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bloode pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL2#
Bloode has closed the distance and engaged Edwards in a clinch. #T2#
Edwards tries for a takedown. No joy.
Bloode lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloode lands an elbow that stopped Edwards in his tracks for a moment.
Edwards takes an elbow to the temple.
Bloode slowing the pace effectively.
Bloode creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Edwards's defenses. #TD#
Edwards pulls guard effortlessly.
Bloode tries to free his leg and advance position but Edwards is retaining full guard.
Bloode controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Edwards looking for a guillotine here but Bloode defends easily.
Bloode must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Edwards is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bloode defends well.
Bloode really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Edwards. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T3#
Edwards can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bloode controls the pace.#SUB#
Edwards looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Edwards escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bloode gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bloode looking to pass the guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Edwards is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Edwards escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bloode gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bloode showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mason Edwards'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.#R2#
A head kick by Bloode misses #TD#
and Edwards counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Edwards is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bloode has managed to free his arm - good work.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Bloode can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Edwards maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Bloode could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Edwards has cracked it and Bloode is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Edwards!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mason Edwards!
Mason Edwards made sure to mention his sponsor, Hardcore Nutrition 160Q ($125) in his post fight interview.

 

Event: Quest 15: Phoenix v Chulalongk     
Date:   May 05, 2020
#R1#
A big right from Evans misses.
Michael Evans seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Evans connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Bloode's hands.#CL#
Evans fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bloode, pushing him back against the cage.
Bloode throws an elbow but it misses.
Evans takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT2#
It looks like Michael Evans has been cut.
Bloode pressing his opponent against the cage.
Evans is trying to push Bloode away but Bloode has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Evans takes an elbow to the temple.
Bloode throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Evans tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Evans tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bloode just stands there and leans against the cage.
Bloode manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Bloode pushes off an throws an elbow but Evans leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T1#
Bloode is pushing Evans up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Evans takes an elbow to the forehead.
Bloode lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#
Michael Evans's cut is getting worse.
Evans dodges an elbow strike from Bloode.
Bloode pushes off an throws an elbow but Evans leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Evans tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short uppercut from Bloode.
Evans misses with a body punch.
Bloode misses with an elbow strike.
Evans dodges an elbow strike from Bloode.
Bloode throws an elbow that misses.
Bloode misses with an elbow over the top.
Bloode has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Evans seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Bloode can turn it around.
Evans is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Bloode.
Evans definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Evans is trying to break the clinch but Bloode has him pressed against the cage.
Evans is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#T2#
Bloode misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bloode lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Evans backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Evans.
Bloode lands an elbow that stopped Evans in his tracks for a moment.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bloode. #CUT2#
Michael Evans's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Bloode scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bloode misses with an elbow over the top.
Bloode looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Bloode misses with a punch to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Evans creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Evans tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A frustrated look appears on Evans's face as he tries to break the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Evans creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Evans throws a head punch that misses.
Bloode blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bloode pushes off an throws an elbow but Evans leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Evans. #T3#
Bloode lands a shot to the body.
Bloode misses with an elbow over the top.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bloode.
Bloode misses with an elbow over the top.
Evans tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Evans blocks an elbow strike from Bloode. #BC2#
Bloode pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Evans sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
A good leg kick by Bloode.
Evans just misses with a punch to the body.
Evans chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bloode can pounce on him.
Evans takes one on the button.#CUT2#
Jeez, Michael Evans's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Choctaw Bloode is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
That kick from Bloode tenderised Evans's leg. Evans is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bloode ducks under a wild hook from Evans.
Bloode turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice 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!
Evans takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #CL#
Evans moves into the clinch.#T4#
Evans takes an elbow to the forehead.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Michael Evans's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Choctaw Bloode!
Michael Evans spoke after the fight, saying 'It was a fluke. We all know who the better fighter is.'.

 

Event: Conquest X: Beirn v Mentally     
Date:   Mar 28, 2020
#R1#
Folayang misses with a double jab #CL#
and Bloode counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Bloode lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#
It looks like Edward Folayang has been cut.
Folayang jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bloode walks away with a smile on his face. Folayang gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Bloode fakes the leg kick and cracks Folayang in the body.
Folayang misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Folayang sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Folayang misses with a looping left.
A head kick by Bloode misses
and Folayang counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bloode fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Folayang has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Folayang misses with a hook to the body
and Bloode counters with a body kick that stops Folayang in his tracks momentarily.
Bloode scores with a kick to the midsection.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bloode turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Folayang throws a right hand that misses
and Bloode counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #T1##CL#
Bloode closes the distance and clinches.
Bloode comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Folayang jumps guard but Bloode turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Bloode creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Folayang's defenses.
Bloode lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Bloode lands a nice elbow.
Bloode lands a nice elbow. #CUT#
That has opened up Edward Folayang's cut even more.
Folayang takes an elbow to the forehead.
Folayang takes an elbow to the forehead.
Bloode lands a nice elbow. #CUT#
The cut above Edward Folayang's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Folayang takes an elbow to the forehead.
Bloode creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Folayang's defenses. #CUT#
Edward Folayang's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Bloode lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Bloode gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Edward Folayang's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Choctaw Bloode!
In defeat, Edward Folayang stepped up to the mic, saying 'No!!! i won this fight this is awful. '.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jan 03, 2020
#R1#
A slapping body kick lands there for Bloode.
Bloode throws a front kick that sends Morgan stumbling back into the cage.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bloode.
Morgan darts in looking for a takedown but Bloode gets double underhooks and turns Morgan into the cage.
Bloode lands a nice leg kick that just misses Morgan's sensitive parts.
Bloode scores with a spinning back kick!
Morgan is breathing heavily.
Bloode seems to be stalking Morgan here. He circles momentarily and then unleashes a devastating head kick! Morgan drops like a stone, out cold! WOW! Are you kidding me!? What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Choctaw Bloode!

 

 
 
 
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