Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: ALLSTAR KT: Griggs Vs Khan
Date: Jun 28, 2023

#R1#
A punch combination from Lacasa misses.
Lacasa lands a jab.
Lacasa bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Silverstein's head.
Silverstein moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Silverstein looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Lacasa lands a nice shot to the body.
Lacasa lands with a shot to the body.
Silverstein tries to clinch but Lacasa moves out of range.
Lacasa is looking to counter punch.
Silverstein on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lacasa digs a good body shot into Silverstein's ribs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Silverstein is looking to clinch.
Lacasa misses the shot to the body.
Lacasa getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Silverstein is looking to clinch but Lacasa is avoiding it.
Silverstein shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T1#
Lacasa jabs Silverstein to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Diego Lacasa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lacasa works Silverstein's body with a nice hook.
Lacasa lands with an overhand left.
Lacasa connects with a single shot there.
Lacasa scores with the left hand. Silverstein knows he should have avoided that one.
Lacasa digs a good hook to Silverstein's body.
Sloppy strikes from Silverstein. Those never looked like landing.
Lacasa avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Diego Lacasa is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Silverstein takes one to the chin there.
A lazy left from Lacasa finds it's target.
Lacasa cracks Silverstein with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lacasa misses with a few strikes there.
Lacasa with a hook.
Lacasa misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Silverstein. #T2#
Silverstein closes the distance looking to clinch
enabling Lacasa to counter with a crisp jab.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Silverstein has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Lacasa lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Silverstein gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Lacasa scores with a jab to the body.
We've been told by Lacasa's head coaches at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Jab by Lacasa.
A punch lands to the side of Silverstein 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Lacasa misses with a straight left.
Silverstein tries to clinch up.
Silverstein on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lacasa ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Silverstein takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Lacasa lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Lacasa dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Diego Lacasa dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
A jab from Lacasa finds it's way through Silverstein's defenses.
Lacasa lands the left hand.
Silverstein takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Silverstein fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lacasa works the jab nicely.
Lacasa throws a body punch but Silverstein moves out of range.
Lacasa jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Silverstein lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lacasa circles away quickly and effectively.
Silverstein tries to close the distance and clinch but Lacasa swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Lacasa, as that shot connected.
Silverstein misses with a wild combination.
Klaus Silverstein is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lacasa.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Silverstein tries to clinch up but Lacasa circles away and keeps his distance.#T1#
Lacasa scores with a hook to the body. Silverstein takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lacasa cracks Silverstein with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Nice shot by Lacasa.
Silverstein tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lacasa was well out of range. Poor timing from Silverstein.
Lacasa scores with a jab.
Lacasa listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Good exchange - Lacasa coming out on top.
Lacasa scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Silverstein with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lacasa to score with a decent uppercut.
Lacasa scores with a hook to the body. Silverstein takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Silverstein takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Silverstein has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Silverstein there as he acknowledges the shot.
Silverstein slips under a jab.
Silverstein wants to counter the offense by Lacasa and move into the clinch position.
Silverstein on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Silverstein misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Lacasa works over Silverstein's head and body with a nice combination.
Lacasa connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Lacasa throws a lazy right hand but Silverstein sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lacasa scores with a hook.
Lacasa scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lacasa lands a two punch combo.
Silverstein has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lacasa throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Silverstein stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Silverstein needs to keep his hands up - Lacasa had a free shot at his head there.
Silverstein ducks right into an uppercut from Lacasa.
Lacasa is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Silverstein can do to turn this around?
Lacasa throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Silverstein.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lacasa scores with a body shot.
Lacasa lands a lovely overhand right.
Diego Lacasa is winning the standup battle so far.
Lacasa misses the shot to the body.
Despite the aggression on Silverstein's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Silverstein fails with an attempt to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Diego Lacasa dominated that second round.
That's time! Lacasa's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
The crowd cheers as Lacasa lands an impressive looking overhand right. Silverstein doesn't seem phased though.
Lacasa lands a nice hook to Silverstein's body. Silverstein takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Some wild striking there from Lacasa.
Silverstein avoids the body shot from Lacasa.
Silverstein is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Lacasa sizes up Silverstein with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Silverstein wants to clinch up but Lacasa keeps it at a distance.
Silverstein is looking to clinch but Lacasa is avoiding it.
Lacasa connects with a body shot.
Silverstein takes a swing at Lacasa's ribcage but misses.
Lacasa is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lacasa throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lacasa ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Silverstein doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lacasa ducks under a wild hook from Silverstein.
Lacasa paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T1#
Silverstein throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lacasa scores with a punch to the head.
Lacasa scores with a decent looking hook.
Lacasa cracks Silverstein with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Lacasa lands a body shot.
Silverstein tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lacasa swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lacasa scores with a nice strike.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lacasa darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Silverstein misses with a two punch combination.
Lacasa lands with a good body shot.
Lacasa lands with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lacasa lands a body shot.
Silverstein takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Nice jab there from Lacasa. #T2#
Lacasa connects with a right hand. Silverstein shakes it off.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Lacasa!
Lacasa lands with an uppercut that bounces Silverstein off the ropes and back into range.
Lacasa's jab looks to have found its range, popping Silverstein under the eye.
Lacasa scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jab from Lacasa.
Lacasa comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Silverstein takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Lacasa throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Silverstein on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lacasa digs a good hook to Silverstein's body.
Lacasa digs a good hook to Silverstein's body.
Klaus Silverstein has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lacasa slips a straight right by Silverstein.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:24
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:24
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:24

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

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 22, 2023

#R1#
Silverstein displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Petrov throws out the jab.
As Petrov looks to move away, Silverstein throws a big counter combo but Petrov just gets out of the way.
The fight stays on the outside here - Silverstein looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
It seemed like Petrov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Silverstein avoids the body shot from Petrov.
Silverstein half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Petrov misses with an uppercut. Silverstein saw that one coming.
Petrov thuds his right hand into Silverstein's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Silverstein tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Petrov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Silverstein defending well as Petrov loads up on a big left hand.
Petrov misses with a double jab #TD#
and Silverstein counters with a single leg into guard. Petrov didn't expect that. #SUB2#
Petrov looking for a guillotine here but Silverstein defends easily.
Petrov wants to sweep here but Silverstein controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Petrov working a defensive guard here.
Petrov working a defensive guard but Silverstein passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Petrov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Silverstein pulls his head out easily.
Silverstein is thwarting Petrov's attempts to control the position.
Silverstein performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Petrov looking for submissions off his back.
Petrov trying to hold on to Silverstein's head to control him but Silverstein postures up.
Silverstein controlling the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Petrov wants to control but Silverstein passes into side.
We've been hearing that Silverstein has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T3#
Petrov looks to move to half guard but instead Silverstein has passed into mount! Damn!
Petrov tries to lock up and control but Silverstein gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Petrov sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Petrov is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Petrov has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Silverstein escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Silverstein!
Petrov is trying to get back to half guard.#T4#
Silverstein just content to control the position.
Petrov tries to improve position but can't.
Petrov is being controlled here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Petrov tries to buck Silverstein off but Silverstein is having none of it.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Petrov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Klaus Silverstein dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
A clash of legs there as Petrov blocks the low kick.
Petrov swings for the body but Silverstein moves out of range.
Silverstein moves out of range of the strikes.
Silverstein goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Petrov misses with an uppercut. Silverstein saw that one coming.
An attempted straight right counter from Silverstein misses the target.
Silverstein misses with a jab, cross combination.
Petrov connects with a looping right hand.
Silverstein displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Petrov throws out the jab.
Silverstein ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Petrov moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein ducks right into an uppercut from Petrov.
Petrov swings for the body but Silverstein moves out of range.
Petrov cracks Silverstein with an open hand slap.
Petrov throws out a loose jab but Silverstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Petrov is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Petrov throws a good cross that connects. #T1#
Petrov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Petrov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Silverstein half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Silverstein takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Silverstein misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Petrov lands the left hand.
Petrov throws a hook but Silverstein blocks it.
Petrov misses with a hook
and Silverstein counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Petrov misses with an uppercut. Silverstein saw that one coming.
Klaus Silverstein is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Petrov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Silverstein has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Silverstein there as he acknowledges the shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Silverstein blocks a jab.
Petrov throws out a powerful jab.
Peter Petrov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Petrov looks to land a left hand but Silverstein moved out of range nicely.
Petrov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL#
and Silverstein moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Petrov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice uppercut there from Petrov.
Petrov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Silverstein was well out of range. Poor timing from Petrov.
Peter Petrov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Petrov moves out of range of the body kick from Silverstein.
Petrov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Silverstein.
Silverstein throws a body punch but Petrov moves out of range.
Petrov scores with a hook.
Petrov misses with a hook.
Silverstein throws a big counter combination but Petrov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Petrov misses with an uppercut. Silverstein saw that one coming.
Petrov 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.
Petrov throws a looping overhand right but Silverstein ducks down to avoid it.
Petrov throws a hook but Silverstein avoids it easily.#T3#
Silverstein ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Petrov connects with a nice looking jab.
Petrov tries to bum rush Silverstein with a series of wild strikes but Silverstein uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Petrov missing with a left hand there. Silverstein was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Silverstein feinted with a counter takedown.
Petrov misses with a right hand
and Silverstein counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Petrov thinking.
Silverstein is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Petrov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Petrov throws a left and a right that both miss #TD#
and Silverstein counters with a shoot takedown. Petrov fights it but they end up in guard.
Klaus Silverstein overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Silverstein passes Petrov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Silverstein content to control rather than advance. #T4#
Petrov wants to get back to full guard but Silverstein has passed into side control.
Petrov is looking to reverse the position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Petrov prevents Silverstein from improving position.
Petrov tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Peter Petrov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Silverstein wants to clinch up but Petrov keeps it at a distance.
Despite the aggression on Petrov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Petrov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Silverstein manages to avoid it.
Silverstein throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Petrov misses with a left hand
and Silverstein counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jab by Petrov.
Petrov throws a right hand that Silverstein ducks under and follows up with a left that Silverstein also avoids with ease.
Petrov misses with an uppercut. Silverstein saw that one coming.
Petrov cracks Silverstein with an open hand slap.
Silverstein tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Petrov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Silverstein.
Sloppy strikes from Petrov. Those never looked like landing.
Silverstein moves away from the strike by Petrov. #CL#
Silverstein moves into the clinch successfully. #T1##BC2#
Petrov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Petrov throws a right hand that misses #TD#
so Silverstein counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Petrov working a defensive guard but Silverstein manages to pass into side control anyway.
Silverstein staying calm.
Petrov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Silverstein's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Petrov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
Petrov wants to control but Silverstein is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Silverstein is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The fighters are battling for position here. Petrov manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Petrov is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Silverstein frees his head nicely. Oh but Petrov has switched to an armbar! Silverstein is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Peter Petrov!
Peter Petrov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 31, 2022

#R1#
Inday with a poor takedown
and Silverstein counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Inday looks for a takedown but Silverstein sprawls well.
Silverstein throws a big counter combination but Inday scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Silverstein scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Inday misses with a takedown attempt - Silverstein sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Klaus Silverstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zambosurian Inday.#CL#
Silverstein has managed to clinch. #T1#
Inday looking for a takedown.
Inday is trying to break free.
Inday wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Inday changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Silverstein fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Inday fails to land the takedown.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Inday shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Silverstein to counter with a crisp jab. #CL#
Silverstein moves into the clinch.#TD#
Silverstein lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Inday is trying to control but can't.
Inday keeping hold of Silverstein's head, controlling as best he can. #T3##SUB#
Silverstein is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Silverstein is looking to advance position but Inday won't allow it.
Silverstein is taking a breather. Inday says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Inday trying to control from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Klaus Silverstein 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##CL#
Silverstein drives through and clinches with Inday against the cage. #BC#
Silverstein pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Silverstein drives through with a takedown into Inday's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Silverstein is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein wants to pass the guard but Inday is keeping the position.#T1#
Silverstein is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Inday is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Silverstein pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Inday is keeping the position for now.
Inday being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#CL#
Silverstein gets a clinch. #TD#
Silverstein decides to pull guard.
Silverstein keeping moving, preventing Inday from controlling successfully. #T3#
Silverstein 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.
Silverstein is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Inday wants to control from the top but Silverstein keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Silverstein will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Inday has his takedown stuffed
and Silverstein counters with a nice uppercut. #TD#
Silverstein drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Klaus Silverstein overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Inday can't do much from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Klaus Silverstein dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Silverstein takes the fight into the clinch.
Inday is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Silverstein gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD#
Silverstein has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Inday clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Inday tries to escape the position. #T1#
Inday wants to control his opponent's hands but Silverstein gets his hands free.
Inday might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Silverstein haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Good control from Silverstein.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Inday is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Silverstein off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#T3#
Silverstein avoiding Inday 's attempts to control his hands.
Inday tries to escape but Silverstein has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Klaus Silverstein is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Silverstein has good solid back control here.
Inday trying to control the position but Silverstein manages to sink in the hooks.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Inday is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Silverstein.
Zambosurian Inday has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:25
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:25
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:25

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Klaus Silverstein!

Event: WVT 16: Newton v Motts
Date: Jul 13, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Nasmfus moves into range and clinches up with Silverstein.#TD2#
Nasmfus works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Nasmfus is fighting to break Silverstein's control of his arms but Silverstein is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Nasmfus loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Nasmfus must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Nasmfus postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Nasmfus engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Silverstein keeping full guard, as Nasmfus tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein keeping moving, preventing Nasmfus from controlling successfully.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T1#
Nasmfus lands a couple of elbows.
Silverstein controls Nasmfus momentarily but Nasmfus frees himself. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Nasmfus closes the distance and clinches.
Silverstein is trying to pull guard but Nasmfus turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Nasmfus wants a takedown but no success here.
We've been hearing reports that Silverstein has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#BC2#
Nasmfus pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Silverstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Nasmfus has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#CL2#
Nasmfus fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Silverstein, pushing him back against the cage.
Silverstein is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC2#
Nasmfus breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nasmfus misses with a series of wild punches.
No luck for Silverstein with that takedown attempt. #CL2#
Nasmfus clinches.
Silverstein drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Klaus Silverstein. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Nasmfus lands with a light punch inside.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Silverstein tries for a takedown but Nasmfus manages to get underhooks.
Nasmfus is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Silverstein gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A knee to the head by Nasmfus. #T4#
Silverstein is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Nasmfus pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD2#
Nasmfus successfully pulls guard.
Nasmfus is looking to stand up but Silverstein isn't so interested in that idea.
Silverstein controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Nasmfus wants to stand but Silverstein is controlling the position.
Nasmfus is wriggling around but Silverstein manages to pass to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nasmfus is trying to stand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bsmds Nasmfus 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##CL#
Nasmfus gets tackled into the cage by Silverstein. Silverstein maintains the clinch.
Nasmfus swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Silverstein fails to pull guard.
Nasmfus wants a takedown. #TD2#
Nasmfus successfully pulls guard.
Nasmfus is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Silverstein is controlling him.
Nasmfus is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein pushing down on Nasmfus's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Nasmfus wants to get back to his feet. #T1#
Silverstein lands with a punch from half guard.
Nasmfus tries to kick Silverstein off but Silverstein keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Nasmfus has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nasmfus staying out of range there.#CL2#
Nasmfus pushes Silverstein up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Nasmfus is trying to trip Silverstein. He has hold of a leg but Silverstein is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Nasmfus persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Silverstein wants to sweep here but Nasmfus controlling him for the moment.
Nasmfus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Nasmfus is looking to pass into half guard but Silverstein pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Silverstein is in guard.#REVR#
Silverstein looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Silverstein wants to control from the top but Nasmfus keeps moving.
Silverstein pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nasmfus is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Nasmfus wants to get back to his feet but Silverstein is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Silverstein might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nasmfus looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Nasmfus scores with a kick to the body. #CL2#
Nasmfus takes the fight into the clinch. #T4#
Silverstein is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Nasmfus to keep the fight standing.
Silverstein is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Nasmfus gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Klaus Silverstein. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nasmfus changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Silverstein fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL2#
Silverstein gets tackled into the cage by Nasmfus. Nasmfus maintains the clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nasmfus stalling against the cage.
Silverstein prevents a takedown attempt there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bsmds Nasmfus showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Nasmfus wants to slow Silverstein down by chopping away at his legs. #CL2#
Nasmfus rushes Silverstein and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Nasmfus.
Silverstein tries to pull guard but Nasmfus forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD2#
Nasmfus ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Nasmfus no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Nasmfus wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Silverstein manages to pass to side control.
Nasmfus is looking to escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nasmfus keeps working. #T1#
Well, if Silverstein is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Nasmfus is trying to stand up here but Silverstein is controlling him well.
Silverstein perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Nasmfus is trying to stand. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nasmfus closes the distance looking to clinch
and Silverstein counters with a straight right hand.
Klaus Silverstein is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#CL2#
Nasmfus moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Nasmfus breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Nasmfus fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Silverstein, pushing him back against the cage.
Nasmfus prevents a takedown attempt there.
Nasmfus controlling the action here for a moment.
Silverstein jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Nasmfus walks away with a smile on his face. Silverstein gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Bsmds Nasmfus is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Klaus Silverstein. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3##CL2#
Silverstein gets tackled into the cage by Nasmfus. Nasmfus maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Nasmfus is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Silverstein can't fight it off and eventually Nasmfus manages to take the fight to the floor. Silverstein looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Silverstein being controlled here, momentarily.
Silverstein is trying to control the position but Nasmfus postures up.
Nasmfus looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Nasmfus throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Silverstein works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Nasmfus wants to control from the top but Silverstein keeps moving.
Nasmfus working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nasmfus wants to control from the top but Silverstein keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Silverstein uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nasmfus.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silverstein dives in and grabs Nasmfus's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nasmfus pushes down on Silverstein's head and hops out.
Nasmfus fails in his attempt to clinch.
Klaus Silverstein has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2#
Nasmfus rushes Silverstein and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bsmds Nasmfus comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Nasmfus 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bsmds Nasmfus!

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 118
Date: Feb 11, 2022

#R1#
Bhoy connects with a right hand. Silverstein shakes it off.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bhoy. Silverstein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Silverstein moves in looking to clinch but Bhoy pushes him off.
Bhoy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Silverstein is fending him off so far but Bhoy persists. Nope, Silverstein circles away and we're back to standing.
Bhoy misses with a series of wild punches.
Bhoy throws a body punch but Silverstein moves out of range.
Bhoy circles away from the clinch attempt.
Silverstein takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bhoy fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
We've been hearing reports that Silverstein has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Silverstein throws a right and a left that Bhoy avoids nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein dodges the punch combination from Bhoy.
Silverstein avoids the body shot from Bhoy.
Silverstein is looking for a counter combo.
Silverstein takes one to the side of the head. #T1#
Bhoy connects with a looping right hand.
Bhoy dives in and grabs Silverstein's left leg, looking for a takedown. Silverstein pushes down on Bhoy's head and hops out.
Bhoy takes a swing at Silverstein's ribcage but misses.
Silverstein swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bhoy lands a nice hook to Silverstein's body. Silverstein takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Silverstein misses with a wild body shot.
Silverstein misses the shot to the body.
Bhoy connects with a right hand. Silverstein shakes it off.
Silverstein drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
No joy there for Bhoy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Silverstein appears to be looking for a big counter.
Bhoy has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Silverstein is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Silverstein lands an overhand right.
Bhoy scores with a jab. Silverstein acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Nice jab there from Bhoy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Silverstein on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Silverstein has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Silverstein there as he acknowledges the shot.#T2#
Bhoy punishes Silverstein's body with a nice straight punch.
Bhoy lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Silverstein throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Silverstein showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bhoy.
Bhoy lands a really nice looking cross but Silverstein seems unphased.
Bhoy is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Silverstein had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Bhoy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Silverstein.
Silverstein avoids the body shot from Bhoy.
Silverstein closes the distance but Bhoy moves to the side
enabling Bhoy to counter with a crisp jab.
Bhoy lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Bhoy ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T3#
Bhoy scores with a hook to the body. Silverstein takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bhoy throws a shot to the body.
Bhoy tests Silverstein's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Silverstein is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Bhoy.
Bhoy stuns Silverstein with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bhoy lands a nice shot that snaps Silverstein's head back.
Bhoy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bhoy throws a right hand that Silverstein ducks under and follows up with a left that Silverstein also avoids with ease.
Bhoy lands the left hand.
Bhoy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Silverstein moves away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bhoy keeps the fight on the outside.
Bhoy connects with a looping right hand. #T4#
Silverstein tries to clinch up.#TD#
Silverstein shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bhoy napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Bhoy is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Bhoy is not content to let Silverstein control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Phat Bhoy dominated that round.
That's time! Silverstein's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Bhoy lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bhoy avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bhoy throws a series of punches but Silverstein avoids them all with ease.
Silverstein feinted with a counter takedown.
Bhoy scores with a nice right hand.
Bhoy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Silverstein was well out of range. Poor timing from Bhoy.
Bhoy swings away with a body shot that misses
and Silverstein counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bhoy lands with an overhand left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bhoy misses with a body shot.
Silverstein throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Silverstein looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bhoy looks to score with a jab to the body but Silverstein is just out of range.
Bhoy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Silverstein.
Bhoy swinging wildly here.
Phat Bhoy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Silverstein fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bhoy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Silverstein with a body shot.
Bhoy avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bhoy throws a body shot but no joy.
Silverstein tries to close the distance and clinch but Bhoy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bhoy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Silverstein on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Silverstein takes one to the side of the head.
Bhoy swats away the attempt to clinch by Silverstein.#T2#
Silverstein on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bhoy lands with a good body shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bhoy.
Silverstein drops his hands momentarily and Bhoy takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bhoy avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bhoy closes the distance and lands a one-two.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bhoy lands a really nice looking cross but Silverstein seems unphased.
Silverstein takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bhoy lunges at Silverstein with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Silverstein's hand.
Bhoy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Silverstein.
Bhoy scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bhoy misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Bhoy connects with a single shot there.
Klaus Silverstein is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bhoy lands a jab to the nose.#CL#
Silverstein closes the distance and clinches.
Bhoy can't find room to land a body shot as Silverstein controls the action.
Bhoy lands a hook that snaps the head of Silverstein backwards.
Bhoy scores with a hook to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Silverstein.
Bhoy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bhoy.
Silverstein tries to score a body lock takedown but Bhoy shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bhoy.
Bhoy misses with the head strike.
Bhoy doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T4#
Bhoy working aggressively here.
Bhoy cracks Silverstein with a nice body shot.
A right hand to the body from Bhoy.
Bhoy tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Silverstein avoids it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bhoy struggles to land a body shot inside as Silverstein controls his hands.
Bhoy tries a body shot but Silverstein blocks it.
Bhoy misses with a body punch.
Bhoy lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bhoy lands with a short shot to the head.
Silverstein is working for takedown but Bhoy is calmly controlling the position for now.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bhoy creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bhoy misses with the head strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Phat Bhoy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Silverstein's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Bhoy lands a glancing blow to the side of Silverstein's head.
Bhoy jabs Silverstein to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bhoy 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.
Bhoy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bhoy misses with a wild body shot.
Bhoy lands with a nice body punch.
Silverstein swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bhoy counters with a straight right hand.
Silverstein moves out of range of the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Left hook, right uppercut from Bhoy.
Bhoy looks to throw the jab but Silverstein is out of range.
Bhoy cracks a nice hook into Silverstein's ribs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bhoy connects with a body shot.#T1#
Bhoy lands a body shot.
Silverstein is looking to clinch.
Silverstein throws a jab but it's blocked by Bhoy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bhoy. Silverstein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bhoy connects with a body shot that sends Silverstein's belly button to the back.
Bhoy lands a body shot.
Bhoy connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bhoy lands a nice looking body shot.
A big left from Bhoy misses.
Bhoy scores with a jab. Silverstein acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bhoy misses the shot to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Silverstein looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bhoy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Bhoy scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Silverstein doesn't seem bothered though.
Bhoy swats away the attempt to clinch by Silverstein.
Bhoy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bhoy is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Silverstein avoids the body shot from Bhoy.
As Bhoy looks to move away, Silverstein throws a big counter combo but Bhoy just gets out of the way.
Bhoy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bhoy scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Bhoy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Silverstein.
Bhoy scores with a sloppy right hand. Silverstein should have avoided that one. #T3#
Bhoy circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bhoy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Silverstein with a body shot.
Bhoy jabs Silverstein to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bhoy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Silverstein swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
It seemed like Bhoy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bhoy throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Silverstein counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Bhoy is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Bhoy not doing much here.
Silverstein is trying to control but can't. #T4#
Bhoy slows the pace down in half guard.
Silverstein is staying active underneath Bhoy, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bhoy frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silverstein is in all sorts of trouble here.
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!
Silverstein tries to lock up and control but Bhoy gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Bhoy throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Bhoy lands a nice shot to the head.
Klaus Silverstein has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bhoy content just to control the position here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Phat Bhoy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bhoy 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 26:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Phat Bhoy!

Event: WCF WNF 40: High Heat in Hilo
Date: Feb 10, 2021

#R1#
Makino thows a body kick. Silverstein tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Makino throws a head kick that Silverstein semi-blocks.
A right-left combo lands from Makino.
A lazy left from Makino finds it's target.
Silverstein throws a body punch but Makino moves out of range.
Silverstein gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Makino scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Makino scores with a head kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Silverstein takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Makino lands the left hand.
Makino misses with a head kick.
Silverstein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Silverstein lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Makino scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Makino with the inside leg kick.
Makino bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Silverstein's head backwards.
Silverstein fails with an attempt to clinch. #T1#
Silverstein moves in looking to clinch but Makino pushes him off.
Makino ducks under a wild hook from Silverstein.
Makino throws a series of strikes that have Silverstein backpedaling.
Makino 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.
Silverstein takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Makino misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Silverstein.
Makino lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Makino.
Makino explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Makino dips to his left and cracks Silverstein with an uppercut!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Makino connects with a jab.
Makino moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Fumito Makino seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Makino scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Makino falls off balance throwing a combination #CL2#
and Silverstein moves into the clinch.#T2##BC2#
Silverstein breaks the clinch.
Makino lands a lovely overhand right.
Silverstein dodges the punch combination from Makino.
Silverstein throws a counter combo.
Silverstein displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Makino throws out the jab.
Makino ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Silverstein moves away.
Silverstein's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Makino connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Silverstein scrambles back to his feet.
Makino lands a head shot.
Makino fails to land with a series of punches.
Makino dips to his left and cracks Silverstein with an uppercut!
Fumito Makino is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Silverstein gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Makino wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T3#
Nice straight punches there by Makino. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Makino.
Nice jab there from Makino.
Makino misses the shot to the body.
Silverstein lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Makino is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Nice defenses there by Silverstein.
Silverstein is looking to clinch but Makino is avoiding it.
Silverstein pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Makino throws a big shot that misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Makino, as that shot connected.
A telegraphed right hand from Makino misses the target.
Makino connects with a leg kick.
Makino throws a nice inside leg kick.
Makino lands a slapping body shot.
Makino throws a series of punches but Silverstein avoids them all with ease.
Some wild striking there from Makino. #T4#
A head kick from Makino lands but Silverstein takes it in his stride.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Makino scores with a one two! Silverstein had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Makino paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Silverstein misses with the combination.
Makino throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Makino takes a swing at Silverstein's ribcage but misses.
Silverstein throws a counter combo.
Makino lands a two punch combo.
Makino misses with a wild body shot.
Silverstein drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Makino defends it well.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Makino lands the left hand.
Makino throws a shot from downtown. Silverstein moves away and avoids it.
Silverstein tries to counter with a clinch but Makino shakes him off and moves away.
Silverstein swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Fumito Makino dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Silverstein takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Makino lands a jab to Silverstein's midsection.
Makino throws a head kick that half lands.
Makino pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Makino pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Silverstein slips under a jab from Makino.
Silverstein misses with a jab, cross combination.
Makino was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Makino scores with a nice right hand.
Makino is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Silverstein can do to turn this around?
Makino jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Silverstein fails with an attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Silverstein takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Silverstein staying out of range there.
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!
Silverstein bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Makino thows a left - swing and a miss!
Makino is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Silverstein.
Silverstein is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Makino lands a jab.
Silverstein misses with a takedown attempt - Makino sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Makino throws a head kick that misses.
Makino misses with a hook.
Makino fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Makino lands a jab-cross combination.
Silverstein takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Fumito Makino is winning the standup battle so far.
Makino lands with an overhand left.
Nice takedown defense from Makino. No joy for Silverstein on that attempt.
Silverstein fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Makino avoids it really well and circles away.
Fumito Makino has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Klaus Silverstein.#T2#
Makino ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Silverstein takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Makino just misses with a punch to the body.
Silverstein with the counter takedown but Makino avoids it easily.
Silverstein is trying desperately to land a takedown but Makino is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Silverstein.
Makino scores with a hook.
Silverstein slips under a jab from Makino.
Makino throws a series of punches but Silverstein moves out of range.
Silverstein appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Makino moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Makino throws a series of punches but Silverstein avoids them all with ease.
Makino lands the left hand.
Silverstein tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Makino paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T3#
Makino scores with a body shot.
Makino stuffs the takedown.
Silverstein 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.
Silverstein takes a jab right on the kisser.
Silverstein misses with a body shot.
Makino tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Silverstein was well out of range. Poor timing from Makino.
Silverstein walks into a stiff left hand from Makino.
Makino lands with an overhand left.
Makino lands a lovely overhand right.
Makino scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Silverstein on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Makino waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Silverstein.
Makino lands a glancing blow to the side of Silverstein's head.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Makino throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
and Silverstein counters with a single leg into guard. Makino didn't expect that.
Silverstein slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Silverstein postures up.
Makino is adopting a defensive guard.
Makino looking to hit a scissor sweep but Silverstein is one step ahead there.
Makino is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Silverstein is controlling him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Fumito Makino dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Makino catches Silverstein with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Makino scores with a punch to the head.
Makino swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Makino lands with a thumping leg kick.
Makino misses with a looping left.
Silverstein tries to clinch up but Makino circles away and keeps his distance.
Silverstein doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Makino lands with an overhand left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makino scores with a jab.
Klaus Silverstein is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Makino lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Silverstein moves in looking to clinch but Makino pushes him off.
Silverstein has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Makino avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Makino lands a jab to the nose.#T1#
Silverstein misses with a right hand
and Makino counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Silverstein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Silverstein tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Makino jabs Silverstein to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Makino misses the jab.
Silverstein slips under a jab.
Makino misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Silverstein uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Makino.
Makino connects with a single shot there.
Makino misses with a looping left.
Makino misses the shot to the body.
Silverstein is looking to clinch but Makino is avoiding it.
Silverstein moves in looking to clinch but Makino pushes him off.
Makino throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T2#
Makino avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Silverstein blocks a jab.
Makino paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Silverstein defending well as Makino loads up on a big left hand.
Makino throws a right hand that Silverstein ducks under and follows up with a left that Silverstein also avoids with ease.
Silverstein with the counter takedown but Makino avoids it easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Makino cracks Silverstein with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Silverstein uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Makino.
Makino throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Silverstein on the side of the head.
Makino lands with a hook. Silverstein tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Silverstein throws a head kick that misses.
Makino throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Silverstein drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Makino defends it well.
Makino throws a head kick that Silverstein semi-blocks.
Makino dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Makino throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Makino lunges at Silverstein with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Silverstein's hand.
Makino just misses with a punch to the body.
Silverstein displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Makino misses with a wild body shot.
Silverstein slips a jab and a cross from Makino.
Makino thows a left - swing and a miss!
A combination from Makino does no damage.
Silverstein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Makino pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Silverstein fails with an attempt to clinch.
Makino stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Makino wants it to stay on the feet.
Makino rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Silverstein moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T4#
Silverstein tries to close the distance and clinch up but Makino swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Makino throwing a counter right hand but Silverstein manages to avoid it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Silverstein looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Makino ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Silverstein moves away.
Silverstein tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Makino misses with a jab to the body #TD2#
and Silverstein counters with a takedown into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Makino is looking to regain half guard here but Silverstein keeps moving and retains side control.
Fumito Makino is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
You can see the frustration on Makino's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Silverstein trying to control the action but Makino is working from the bottom.
A lull in the action here.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:26
Judge Josh West scores the fight 30:26
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 30:26

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

Event: WCF WNF 33: Bader vs Prawira
Date: Dec 23, 2020

#R1#
Silverstein takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Manhunter scores with a crisp jab that stopped Silverstein in his tracks.
Manhunter throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Silverstein stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Martian Manhunter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Manhunter scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Silverstein doesn't seem bothered though.
Manhunter getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Manhunter looks to score with a jab to the body but Silverstein is just out of range.
Silverstein blocks a jab.
Manhunter misses with an uppercut.
Manhunter misses with a series of wild punches.
Silverstein went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A punch combination from Manhunter misses.
Manhunter throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Silverstein makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Silverstein fails in his attempt to clinch.
Manhunter works over Silverstein's head and body with a nice combination.
Silverstein walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Silverstein definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Silverstein has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Manhunter finds it's way round the side to connect with Silverstein's head. #T1#
A shot to the liver by Manhunter. Beautiful body shot.
Manhunter connects with a crisp jab.
Manhunter moves into range and connects with a jab.
Manhunter throws a right and a left that Silverstein avoids nicely.
Martian Manhunter is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Manhunter misses with a jab to the body
and Silverstein counters with a three punch combo that has Manhunter backing up. Manhunter nods at Silverstein to acknowledge the strikes.
Manhunter feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Silversteins jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Silverstein swings for the body but Manhunter moves out of range.
Silverstein takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Manhunter scores with a jab to the jaw.
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!
Manhunter connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nice straight punches there by Manhunter. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Manhunter.
Manhunter has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
The fight stays on the outside here - Silverstein looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Silverstein is looking to clinch but Manhunter is avoiding it. #T2#
Manhunter throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Silverstein throws a body punch but Manhunter moves out of range.
Silverstein tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Manhunter manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Manhunter is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Silverstein had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Silverstein slips under a jab from Manhunter.
Silverstein appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Silverstein is looking to clinch. #CL#
Silverstein darts in and clinches Manhunter up against the cage.#BC2#
Manhunter's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Manhunter jabs Silverstein to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Manhunter jabs Silverstein right on the nose. Silverstein blinks but takes it well.
Silverstein fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Manhunter lands with an overhand left.
The crowd cheers as Manhunter lands an impressive looking overhand right. Silverstein doesn't seem phased though.
Manhunter lands with a shot to the body.
Manhunter moves into range and connects with a jab. #T3##KD2#
Manhunter moves into range and throws a big uppercut. OH! Silverstein goes down! Can Manhunter finish him!?#ROC2#Silverstein is rocked!
Manhunter showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Oh Silverstein is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Silverstein looking to control.
My spies in Triple XXX inform me that Manhunter has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Silverstein manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Manhunter manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Silverstein seems to have got his legs back now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Manhunter is looking to sweep but instead, Silverstein has passed into half guard.
Silverstein trying to pass the guard but Manhunter defending well.
Manhunter punching from the bottom. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Silverstein stops Manhunter from getting back to his feet.
Manhunter is looking to control Silverstein's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Manhunter avoid being mounted?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Manhunter punching from the bottom.
Silverstein stalling.
Manhunter strikes from the bottom but Silverstein uses the opportunity to move to side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Martian Manhunter dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Silverstein takes one to the chin there.
Silverstein misses with a body shot.
Silverstein tries to clinch but Manhunter moves out of range.
Silverstein tries to clinch up but Manhunter circles away and keeps his distance.
Manhunter scores with a nice head shot.
Silverstein avoids the body shot from Manhunter.
Manhunter fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Silverstein looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Manhunter stuns Silverstein with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Manhunter fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Silverstein on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein dodges the punch combination from Manhunter.
Manhunter fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Silverstein misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Manhunter.
Manhunter now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T1#
Manhunter connects with a single shot there.
Silverstein on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Manhunter misses with a few strikes there.
Klaus Silverstein is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Manhunter takes a swing at Silverstein's ribcage but misses.
A jab lands there for Manhunter.
Manhunter cracks Silverstein with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Manhunter waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Silverstein.
It looked like Silverstein wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Manhunter showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Silverstein.
Manhunter stuns Silverstein with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A swing and a miss from Manhunter.#TD#
Silverstein darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Manhunter is trying to stand back up but Silverstein is controlling him #T2#
Manhunter wants to get back to full guard.
Silverstein seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Silverstein works his way into side control. #T3#
The referee asks Silverstein politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Silverstein prefers to stall for the moment though.
Manhunter can't do much from the bottom here.
Silverstein prevents Manhunter from escaping the position.
Silverstein taking a breather here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Silverstein tries to clinch but Manhunter is having none of it.
Manhunter swings for the body but Silverstein moves out of range.
A combination from Manhunter does no damage.
Manhunter throws a poor cross that misses
and Silverstein counters with a stiff right hand.
Silverstein staying out of range there.
Silverstein seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Silverstein fails with an attempt to clinch.
Manhunter fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Manhunter thuds his right hand into Silverstein's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Manhunter scores with a jab to the body.
Manhunter just misses with a punch to the body.
Silverstein changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Manhunter sizes up Silverstein with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Manhunter lands a lovely overhand right.
Manhunter scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Martian Manhunter showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Manhunter lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Jab by Manhunter.
Manhunter clobbers Silverstein with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Manhunter throws a right and a left that both miss.
Silverstein is looking for a counter combo.
Silverstein is looking to wear down Manhunter with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Manhunter misses with a few strikes there.
Manhunter throws a body punch but Silverstein moves out of range.
A shot to the liver by Manhunter. Beautiful body shot.
Silverstein throws a body punch but Manhunter moves out of range.
Manhunter misses with a body shot.
Silverstein went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Silverstein bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
As Manhunter looks to move away, Silverstein throws a big counter combo but Manhunter just gets out of the way.
A left lands for Silverstein.
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!
Manhunter ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Silverstein moves away.
Manhunter stalks Silverstein and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Silverstein's face. Silverstein staggers backwards, shaken.
Silverstein looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Silverstein doesn't manage to clinch there - Manhunter circles away.
Manhunter now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Martian Manhunter seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Silverstein will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Silverstein displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Manhunter throws out the jab.
Silverstein appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Manhunter cracks Silverstein with a right hand to the side of the head.
Silverstein throws a body shot but no joy.
Manhunter throws a hook but Silverstein blocks it.
A swing and a miss from Silverstein.
Silverstein dodges the punch combination from Manhunter.
Manhunter cracks Silverstein with a right hand to the side of the head.
Silverstein uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Manhunter.
Manhunter takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T2#
Silverstein dodges the punch combination from Manhunter.
Manhunter lands a jab-cross combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Silverstein on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Silverstein rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Manhunter moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Manhunter throws the left hand but Silverstein avoids the punch easily.
Manhunter misses with the combination.
Manhunter has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Manhunter swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Silverstein.
Silverstein slips under a jab from Manhunter.
Manhunter throws a series of punches but Silverstein avoids them all with ease. #T3#
Silverstein ducks under a wild hook from Manhunter.
Silverstein tries to counter by clinching up but Manhunter breaks away and moves out of range.
Manhunter will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Manhunter avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Manhunter misses with the combination.
Silverstein throws a push kick but Manhunter slaps the foot to one side.
Manhunter thuds his right hand into Silverstein's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Manhunter throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Silverstein is looking for a counter combo.
Manhunter throws a hook to the side of Silverstein's head but Silverstein sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Manhunter is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Silverstein tries to clinch up but Manhunter circles away and keeps his distance.
Manhunter misses with a straight left.
Silverstein attempts a counter takedown but Manhunter avoids it well and moves away.#T4#
Silverstein doesn't manage to clinch there - Manhunter circles away.
Silverstein slips under a jab from Manhunter.
Manhunter throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Silverstein stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Manhunter dips to his left and cracks Silverstein with an uppercut!
Manhunter lands a really nice looking cross but Silverstein seems unphased.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Manhunter fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Silverstein manages to avoid it.
Martian Manhunter is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Silverstein wants to clinch up but Manhunter keeps it at a distance.
Silverstein bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Silverstein misses with a straight right.
Some wild striking there from Silverstein.
Manhunter doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Jab, jab by Manhunter - just one landing.

And that's the end of the fight!
Martian Manhunter comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Manhunter 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Martian Manhunter!
Martian Manhunter was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: RRFC 61:Gunn vs Ford
Date: Oct 31, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Silverstein uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tautua.
Silverstein misses with a body kick.
Tautua drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Silverstein defends it well.
Tautua lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Silverstein stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Silverstein wants it to stay on the feet.
Tautua has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Silverstein is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Tautua is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Silverstein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Silverstein misses with an uppercut. Tautua saw that one coming.#TD#
Silverstein looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Tautua wants to improve his position but instead Silverstein has moved into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tautua trying to hold on to Silverstein's head to control him but Silverstein postures up. #T1#
Silverstein is just content to waste time from the top position. Tautua takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Silverstein sitting in guard here, content to control.
Silverstein's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#SU#
Tautua is working an open guard so Silverstein takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Tautua lands a head shot.
Tautua keeps the fight on the outside.#TD#
Tautua tries to sprawl but Silverstein drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Silverstein seems to be working for a kimura but Tautua defends the submission attempt.
Tautua moves into full guard. #T2##SUB2#
Tautua is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Silverstein rolls with it to try and escape but Tautua cranks on the arm and Silverstein is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Moana Tautua!
Moana Tautua took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Conquer for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: RRFC Fight Night 45
Date: Oct 10, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Silverstein throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL2#
Silverstein clinches with his opponent.
I was talking to Henriques's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Silverstein fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Silverstein on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #TD2#
Silverstein is trying to trip Henriques. He has hold of a leg but Henriques is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Silverstein persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Silverstein working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Henriques wants to get back to his feet but Silverstein is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Silverstein passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein controlling the action here.
Silverstein frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T1##SUB2#
Silverstein working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Henriques turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Silverstein off and cradles Henriques's limp body as Silverstein celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Klaus Silverstein!

Event: RRFC 57: Anthony vs Pinales
Date: Sep 26, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Silverstein on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Silverstein shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Johnson pinned against the cage. Johnson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've been hearing reports that Johnson has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Johnson shoots in but Silverstein avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Johnson dives in for a single leg takedown but Silverstein sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Johnson misses with an uppercut. Silverstein saw that one coming.
Silverstein appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#TD#
Johnson fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Silverstein to the ground. Johnson is now in Silverstein's guard.
Johnson with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Johnson drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Silverstein dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Johnson has his foot on Silverstein's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Silverstein works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silverstein is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Silverstein wants to control from the top but Johnson keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Johnson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Silverstein gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Johnson keeping moving, preventing Silverstein from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Johnson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Silverstein gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Silverstein trying to control but Johnson is working from the bottom. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Johnson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Silverstein is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Johnson is looking for a triangle but Silverstein pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Johnson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Silverstein drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Silverstein jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Silverstein wants to control from the top but Johnson keeps moving. #T3#
Silverstein advances position into side control!
Johnson is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Johnson is not content to let Silverstein control the position. #SUB2#
Silverstein thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Johnson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Silverstein wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Silverstein working the ground and pound but Johnson is defending the strikes.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Johnson sneaks back into half guard.
Silverstein trying to control the action but Johnson is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Adam Johnson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Johnson keeps the fight on the outside.#TD#
Johnson looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Silverstein throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Johnson passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Johnson tries for a kimura but Silverstein is defending well. #SUB#
Johnson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Johnson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Silverstein's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Adam Johnson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Silverstein is looking to regain half guard here but Johnson keeps moving and retains side control.
Johnson advances to mount.
Johnson is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Johnson scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Silverstein?
Silverstein tries to hold on but Johnson pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Johnson has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Silverstein's face. #ROC#Silverstein is rocked!
Johnson is landing with some decent strikes but Silverstein is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Silverstein is still in real trouble! Can Johnson finish him?#SUB#
Johnson working for a submission but Silverstein is keeping him at bay.
Johnson avoids the attempt from Silverstein to control.
Johnson lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Johnson lands a heavy shot. That's hurt Silverstein! Johnson sees the opportunity and turns up the heat - strike after strike land to the defenseless Silverstein and the ref dives in to save him! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Adam Johnson!
A victorious Adam Johnson thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: RRFC 54: Gunn vs Pandens
Date: Sep 05, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Heed misses with a straight right.
Heed slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Silverstein keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Heed.
Silverstein misses with a straight left.
Heed has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tycoon Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Silverstein moves to clinch but Heed breaks away
and Heed counters with a right hand to the body.
Heed ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Silverstein ducks under a wild hook from Heed.
Heed throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Silverstein counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Silverstein is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Heed defends it well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Silverstein controlling the action here.
Silverstein's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T1#
Heed on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Heed tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Silverstein is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Heed trying to control from the bottom.
Silverstein looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Let's hope that Silverstein has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T3#
Silverstein is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Heed!
Silverstein controlling his opponent.
Poor strikes thrown by Silverstein there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Silverstein controlling the position easily from mount. #T4#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Klaus Silverstein dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Heed swats away the attempt to clinch by Silverstein.
Heed is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Silverstein has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Heed with a hook.
Silverstein tries to clinch up but Heed circles away and keeps his distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Silverstein looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Silverstein lands with a shot to the body.
Heed lands a jab to the nose.
Silverstein blocks a jab.
Heed misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heed throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Silverstein stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
We've been informed that Silverstein has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Silverstein scores with a nice right hand.
Heed throws a body shot but no joy.
Heed throws out a loose jab but Silverstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Heed swats away the attempt to clinch by Silverstein.#T1#
Heed lands a jab to the nose.
Silverstein bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CL2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Silverstein closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Heed breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Heed avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Heed swats away the attempt to clinch by Silverstein.
Silverstein is looking to clinch but Heed is avoiding it.
Silverstein misses with a looping left.
Heed is looking to counter punch.
Silverstein keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Heed.
Silverstein throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Silverstein moves out of range of the strikes.
Silverstein drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Heed defends it well.
Silverstein tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Heed manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Heed throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
A jab from Heed misses.
Heed takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Drapton Heed is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Heed throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Heed misses with a straight right.
Drapton Heed seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Silverstein throws a right hand that Heed ducks under and follows up with a left that Heed also avoids with ease.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Silverstein uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Heed.
Silverstein is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Heed with a body shot.
Heed misses with a straight right.
Silverstein wants to clinch up but Heed keeps it at a distance.
Heed takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CL2#
Silverstein rushes Heed and presses him up against the cage.
Heed misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Heed breaks the clinch.
Silverstein uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Heed.
Heed cracks a nice hook into Silverstein's ribs.#CL2#
Silverstein drives through and clinches with Heed against the cage.
Heed lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Silverstein backwards. #T3##BC#
Heed breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Silverstein lands a jab to Heed's midsection.
A shot to the liver by Heed. Beautiful body shot.
Sloppy strikes from Silverstein. Those never looked like landing.
Silverstein tries a head kick but it misses.
Silverstein looks to land a left hand but Heed moved out of range nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Heed misses the target.
Heed misses with a hook. Silverstein ducked under it nicely.
Heed looks to score with a jab to the body but Silverstein is just out of range.
Silverstein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Silverstein fails in his attempt to clinch.
Heed throws an off balance right hand
and Silverstein counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Drapton Heed is winning the standup battle so far.
Heed throws a body shot but no joy.
Heed ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Silverstein moves away.
Heed misses with an uppercut.
Heed takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T4#
Silverstein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Silverstein takes one on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Heed avoids a punch combination nicely. #TD2#
Silverstein feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Klaus Silverstein has got the better of the ground game so far.
Silverstein stays in close to Heed's body and controls the position.
Silverstein stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Heed swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Silverstein engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Drapton Heed will probably get the nod.
That's time! Heed's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Silverstein lands a jab.
Silverstein takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Silverstein slips a jab from Heed.
Heed on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Heed swings for the body but Silverstein moves out of range.
Silverstein slips a jab from Heed.
Silverstein lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Silverstein.
Heed thows a left - swing and a miss!
Silverstein changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Heed connects with a single shot there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Silverstein.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Heed throws a looping overhand right but Silverstein ducks down to avoid it.
Silverstein moves in looking to clinch but Heed pushes him off.#T1#
Heed rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Silverstein counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Silverstein stopping the sweep attempt from Heed.
Silverstein sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Silverstein passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Silverstein happy to just control the position for now. #T2##SUB2#
Silverstein is trying to get an arm triangle but Heed is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silverstein advances to mount.
Silverstein looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Heed tries to reverse the position but Silverstein maintains control.
Silverstein tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Silverstein is continuing to stall.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
More stalling from Silverstein.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Klaus Silverstein!

Event: RRFC Fight Night 39
Date: Jul 12, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Silverstein lands a head shot.
Tomovic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Silverstein.
Tomovic throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Silverstein's head.
Tomovic misses with a double jab.
Silverstein will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #TD#
Silverstein drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Silverstein passes into half guard.
Silverstein controlling the pace.
Tomovic trying to control from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Silverstein looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Tomovic is trying to control but Silverstein passes into side control!
Tomovic tries to control but Silverstein manages to take his back.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Silverstein trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Tomovic doesn't escape.
Tomovic is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB#
Tomovic won't enjoy being in this position. Silverstein looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Tomovic is tapping - it's over boys! Silverstein picks up the submission victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Klaus Silverstein!

Event: RRFC Challengers 40
Date: Jun 17, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McCullen misses with a kick to the body.
Silverstein walks into a straight right hand from McCullen.#CL#
Silverstein clinches with his opponent.
McCullen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Silverstein drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Silverstein fails to pull guard.
Silverstein is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but McCullen is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Klaus Silverstein. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McCullen.
Silverstein looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
McCullen gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Silverstein.
McCullen misses with a body punch. #T1#
McCullen tries a body shot but Silverstein blocks it. #BC2#
McCullen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Silverstein ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCullen moves away.
McCullen doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
McCullen connects with a jab.
Silverstein cracks McCullen with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Daniel McCullen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McCullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Silverstein tries to work over McCullen's front leg with a kick but McCullen checks it.
Silverstein definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Silverstein on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Silverstein swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Silverstein 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T2#
Silverstein bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Silverstein swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Silverstein throws a head kick but McCullen moves out of range.
Silverstein moves in looking to clinch but McCullen pushes him off.
Silverstein takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Silverstein slips a straight right by McCullen.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Silverstein looks to score with a jab to the body but McCullen is just out of range.
McCullen throws out a counter right but Silverstein avoids it with no problem.
McCullen has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Silverstein tries to clinch up.
McCullen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Silverstein takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
McCullen thuds his right hand into Silverstein's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Silverstein tries to clinch there but McCullen circles away.
Silverstein is looking to clinch.
Silverstein darts in trying to clinch
and McCullen makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T3##CL#
Silverstein drives through and clinches with McCullen against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, McCullen creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
McCullen working aggressively here.
McCullen lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
McCullen lands an uppercut.#BC2#
McCullen breaks the clinch.
Silverstein misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting McCullen counter with a right hand. #TD#
Silverstein looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for McCullen!
This has been an exciting period of action!
The strikes coming from Silverstein are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T4#
McCullen trying to remain calm as Silverstein controls from the top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel McCullen dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Some wild striking there from Silverstein.
McCullen appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Silverstein dodges the punch combination from McCullen.
Silverstein wants to clinch but McCullen slips to the side
letting McCullen counter with a right hand.
A combination from Silverstein does no damage.
McCullen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd cheers as Silverstein lands an impressive looking overhand right. McCullen doesn't seem phased though.
McCullen cracks Silverstein with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein tries to clinch up.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McCullen! But no joy.
McCullen swings for the body but Silverstein moves out of range.
Silverstein feinted with a counter takedown.
A slow jab from Silverstein misses its intended target.
Daniel McCullen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McCullen throws a lazy right hand but Silverstein sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Silverstein drops down looking for a counter takedown but McCullen sprawls and moves away.#T1#
Silverstein fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. McCullen looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
McCullen throws a jab when Silverstein was well out of range.
A right-left combo lands from Silverstein. #CUT#It looks like Daniel McCullen has been cut.
Silverstein tries to clinch up.
Silverstein fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
McCullen throws a leg kick that is checked
and Silverstein counters with a right hand to the body.
McCullen misses with a hook
and Silverstein counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
McCullen pushes Silverstein away with a front kick.
Silverstein tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCullen was well out of range. Poor timing from Silverstein.
A countering left hand to the body from McCullen misses.
Nice straight punches there by McCullen. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McCullen.#T2#
Silverstein connects with the punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Silverstein wants to clinch.
McCullen looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD#
Silverstein decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Silverstein is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T3#
Silverstein's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Silverstein has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Silverstein stops McCullen from getting back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Silverstein wants to clinch.
McCullen tries a head kick but it misses.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Silverstein throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Silverstein has closed the distance and engaged McCullen in a clinch.
McCullen lands a left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Klaus Silverstein dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Daniel McCullen's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
McCullen misses with a series of wild punches. #CL#
McCullen gets tackled into the cage by Silverstein. Silverstein maintains the clinch.
Silverstein tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. McCullen just stands there and leans against the cage.
McCullen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Silverstein is trying to pull guard but McCullen turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
McCullen misses with some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Silverstein tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Klaus Silverstein. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Silverstein is trying to pull guard but McCullen turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
McCullen makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
A short right hand to the side of the head by McCullen.
McCullen lands a hook to the side of the head.
McCullen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McCullen.#BC2#
McCullen breaks from the clinch.
McCullen scores with a jab to the jaw.
Silverstein tries to clinch there but McCullen circles away.
Silverstein looks to land a body kick but McCullen moved away.
Silverstein throws a right hand that misses
and McCullen counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Silverstein thinking.
McCullen lands with a straight right. Silverstein didn't see that one coming.
McCullen misses with a series of wild punches. #T2#
McCullen moves away from the strike by Silverstein.
Silverstein misses with a wild body shot.
Silverstein tries to clinch but fails miserably
and McCullen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A looping hook to the body misses from Silverstein. McCullen does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCullen throws a nice inside leg kick.
Decent striking displayed by McCullen there.
Silverstein uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before McCullen has time to react.
Silverstein is looking to clinch.
Silverstein tries to clinch but McCullen is having none of it.
Silverstein is looking to clinch.
McCullen appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Klaus Silverstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
A good leg kick by McCullen.
McCullen keeps the fight on the outside.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McCullen! But no joy.
Silverstein takes one to the chin there.
Silverstein takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Silverstein lands a right hook to the body.
McCullen circles away from the clinch attempt
enabling McCullen to counter with a crisp jab.
McCullen lands with a shot to the body.
Silverstein lands a slapping body shot.
McCullen blocks a head kick by Silverstein. #T4#
A big left from McCullen misses.
A little feinted left hand from Silverstein on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#TD#
McCullen gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Silverstein trying to control the position from guard on top but McCullen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Silverstein controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Further stalling from Silverstein.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: RRFC 38: Jones vs Atunes II
Date: May 09, 2020

#R1#
Maia walks into a left hand.
A slow jab from Silverstein misses its intended target.
Silverstein misses with a shot to the body
and Maia counters with a straight right hand.
Maia shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Silverstein sprawls well. Silverstein wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Maia gets slowly back to his feet.
Maia uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Silverstein.
Maia looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Maia looks for a takedown but Silverstein sprawls well.
Silverstein feinted with a counter takedown.
Klaus Silverstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brandon Maia.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maia dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Silverstein moves in looking to clinch but Maia pushes him off.
Maia shoots in looking for a takedown but Silverstein manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Maia's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Silverstein misses with a wild body shot.
Maia wants to counter with a clinch but Silverstein pushes him away.#T1#
Silverstein scores with a body shot.
Maia throws a head kick that misses.
Silverstein wants to clinch.
Silverstein throws a right hand that Maia ducks under and follows up with a left that Maia also avoids with ease.
Maia shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Silverstein defends it nicely.
Silverstein keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Silverstein scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #T2#
Silverstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Maia blocks a head kick by Silverstein.
Silverstein tries to clinch but Maia is having none of it.
Maia is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Silverstein with a body shot.#CL#
Silverstein has Maia up against the cage in a clinch.
Silverstein drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Maia gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Silverstein tries for a takedown but Maia manages to get underhooks. #BC2#
Maia escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Maia wants to clinch up but Silverstein keeps it at a distance.#T3#
Maia looks to score with a jab to the body but Silverstein is just out of range.
Maia misses with the combination. #CL#
Silverstein has Maia up against the cage in a clinch.
Maia stops a takedown attempt from Silverstein.
Maia scores with a shot to the side of Silverstein's head. #TD2#
Maia has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Silverstein clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Silverstein trying to control the hands but Maia breaks the grip. #SUB2#
Silverstein showing good submission defense here.
Silverstein looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T4#
Maia has the hooks in. Silverstein is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A lull in the action here.
Silverstein is trying to break free.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Silverstein is working hard here to advance position.
Silverstein trying to control the hands but Maia won't let him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Brandon Maia will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Silverstein darts in and clinches Maia up against the cage.
Maia wants a takedown but no success here.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Silverstein is looking to take this one to the mat.
Silverstein fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Maia has Silverstein pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Silverstein manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maia has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Silverstein after a bit of a struggle.
Klaus Silverstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brandon Maia.
Maia gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Silverstein.
Maia fails to pull guard. #T1#
Maia is trying to pull guard but Silverstein has him pressed against the cage.
Maia can't break the clinch.
Maia is looking for a takedown.#BC2#
Maia pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Maia tries to keep at a distance but Silverstein has taken the fight into the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Maia. #TD2#
Maia drags the fight down to the ground. #T2#
Silverstein controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Silverstein trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Silverstein 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.
Silverstein tries to free his leg and advance position but Maia is retaining full guard. #T3#
Silverstein looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Silverstein's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Maia tries to score a power double leg takedown but Silverstein sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Maia somewhat.#CL#
Silverstein clinches up against the cage.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Silverstein tries for a takedown. No joy.
Silverstein wants to break free but Maia has control. #BC2#
Maia's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Maia enables Silverstein to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Maia manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Silverstein looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Maia looking to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Klaus Silverstein dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Maia tries to sprawl but Silverstein drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Well, if Silverstein is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Further stalling from Silverstein.
Silverstein tries to pass the half guard into mount. Maia knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Silverstein is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Maia has managed to free his arm - good work.
Maia is looking to improve his position. #T1#
Silverstein uses his free foot to push down on Maia's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Maia. #SUB#
Silverstein is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! Maia is forced to tap! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Klaus Silverstein!

Event: RRFC Challengers 32
Date: Apr 15, 2020

#R1#
Nice shot by Targaryen.
Targaryen throws a jab when Silverstein was well out of range.
Targaryen lands a jab.#CUT#
It looks like Klaus Silverstein has been cut.
Targaryen scores with a sloppy right hand. Silverstein should have avoided that one.
Silverstein displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Targaryen throws out the jab.
It seemed like Silverstein was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Targaryen misses the jab.
Silverstein avoids the body shot from Targaryen.
A little jabbing left from Silverstein on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice shot lands for Targaryen.
Targaryen throws a jab when Silverstein was well out of range.
Jab by Targaryen.
Silverstein bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Targaryen's head backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Targaryen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Targaryen misses with an uppercut. Silverstein saw that one coming.
Silverstein is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Targaryen lands a slapping body shot.
Silverstein looks to score with a jab to the body but Targaryen is just out of range.
Silverstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Silverstein uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Targaryen.
Silverstein ducks right into an uppercut from Targaryen.
Targaryen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Targaryen staying out of range there.#T1#
Targaryen fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Silverstein tries to clinch but Targaryen moves out of range.
Silverstein is looking to clinch.
Silverstein loads up on a big right hand but Targaryen slips the punch.
Targaryen is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Targaryen throws a looping overhand right but Silverstein ducks down to avoid it.
A big left from Targaryen misses.
Silverstein tries to clinch but Targaryen is having none of it.
Nice jab there from Targaryen.
Silverstein throws an overhand right that lands on Targaryen's shoulder, as Targaryen tries to avoid the shot.
Silverstein tries to clinch there but Targaryen circles away.
Targaryen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Targaryen jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Targaryen is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Silverstein takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Silverstein throws a body shot but no joy.
Silverstein ducks under a wild hook from Targaryen.#TD2#
Silverstein throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Targaryen was covering up waiting for the punch and Silverstein finishes the takedown easily into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Silverstein content to stall in guard here. #T2#
Silverstein stands and throws Targaryen's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Silverstein happy to just control the position for now. #SUB2#
Silverstein working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T3#
Silverstein staying calm.
We've been informed that Silverstein has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Let's hope that Silverstein has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#SUB2#
Silverstein working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Targaryen parries the strikes from Silverstein easily there. Silverstein is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Targaryen to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Targaryen dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Klaus Silverstein's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Targaryen throws a body punch but Silverstein moves out of range.
Silverstein moves out of range of the strikes.
Targaryen cracks Silverstein with a good jab.
Nice sprawl there from Targaryen as Silverstein shoots in.
Targaryen misses the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Silverstein! But no joy.
Nice defenses there by Silverstein.
Targaryen lands a jab to Silverstein's midsection.
Silverstein walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Targaryen checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Targaryen fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Silverstein looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Silverstein tries to clinch but Targaryen is having none of it.
Targaryen swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Silverstein needs to keep his hands up - Targaryen had a free shot at his head there.
Targaryen scores with a nice strike.
Targaryen scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
No joy there for Silverstein, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Targaryen throws a big shot that misses.
Silverstein is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Silverstein steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Targaryen.
Silverstein moves out of range as Targaryen strikes.
A nice side step and Silverstein releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Silverstein moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Targaryen.
Jon Targaryen is winning the standup battle so far.
Targaryen swats away the attempt to clinch by Silverstein.
Silverstein's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Targaryen connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Silverstein scrambles back to his feet.
Silverstein tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Targaryen manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A little feinted left hand from Targaryen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Targaryen stuns Silverstein with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Silverstein tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Targaryen paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Targaryen throws the left hand but Silverstein avoids the punch easily.
Targaryen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Silverstein was well out of range. Poor timing from Targaryen.
Silverstein walks into a left hand.
Silverstein uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Targaryen.
Silverstein swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nice body punch from Silverstein.
Nice defenses there by Silverstein.
Silverstein fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Targaryen looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Silverstein walks into a jab.
Silverstein moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slow jab from Targaryen misses its intended target. #T2#
Silverstein ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Targaryen moves away.
Targaryen looks to land a right hand but Silverstein moved out of range.
Silverstein is looking to clinch.
Silverstein is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Targaryen rather than just go for the knockout.
Silverstein ducks under a wild hook from Targaryen.
Silverstein bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A big left from Targaryen misses.
A jab from Targaryen misses.
Silverstein drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Targaryen defends it well.
Silverstein slips under a jab from Targaryen.
Silverstein drops his hands momentarily and Targaryen takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Silverstein fails with an attempt to clinch.
Silverstein smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Silverstein throws a body punch but Targaryen moves out of range.
Jab from Targaryen.#CL2#
Silverstein gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Targaryen tries to work over Silverstein's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Still in the clinch, Targaryen scores with a nice short uppercut.#T3#
Targaryen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Targaryen misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Targaryen breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Silverstein shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Targaryen as he jumps to the side.
Silverstein uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Targaryen.
Silverstein doesn't manage to clinch there - Targaryen circles away.
Jon Targaryen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Silverstein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Targaryen scores with a body shot.
Silverstein avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Silverstein tries to clinch but Targaryen moves out of range.
Targaryen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Silverstein manages to avoid it.
Silverstein is looking to clinch but Targaryen is avoiding it.
Silverstein wants to clinch up but Targaryen keeps it at a distance.
Silverstein slips under a jab.
Targaryen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Silverstein lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #T4#
Targaryen throws a lazy uppercut
and Silverstein counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Silverstein. Targaryen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Silverstein throws an overhand right that lands on Targaryen's shoulder, as Targaryen tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Silverstein defending well as Targaryen loads up on a big left hand.
Silverstein changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Targaryen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Silverstein.
Silverstein looks to score with a jab to the body but Targaryen is just out of range.
Targaryen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Silverstein.
Silverstein uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Targaryen.
A looping hook to the body misses from Targaryen. Silverstein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Silverstein is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Silverstein slips a jab from Targaryen.
Silverstein throws a jab when Targaryen was well out of range.
Silverstein tries to clinch but Targaryen moves out of range.
Targaryen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Silverstein can do to turn this around?
Targaryen avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Targaryen misses the target.
Silverstein lands with a good body shot.
Silverstein lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Targaryen dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Klaus Silverstein's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
A slow jab from Targaryen misses its intended target.
Targaryen misses with an uppercut.
A cross from Targaryen lands.
Silverstein tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Targaryen manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
An attempted straight right counter from Targaryen misses the target.
Targaryen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Silverstein.
The fight stays on the outside here - Silverstein looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Silverstein slips a jab from Targaryen.
Silverstein scores with a shot to the body.
Jon Targaryen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Silverstein is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Targaryen misses the shot to the body.
Silverstein tries to close the distance and clinch but Targaryen swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Targaryen works the jab nicely.
Targaryen throws a hook to the side of Silverstein's head but Silverstein sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Silverstein fails to land with a series of punches.
Silverstein tries to clinch there but Targaryen circles away.
Silverstein tries to clinch up.
Silverstein fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T1#
Silverstein rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Targaryen moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Targaryen ducks under a wild hook from Silverstein.
Targaryen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Silverstein tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Targaryen was well out of range. Poor timing from Silverstein.
Silverstein uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Targaryen.
Silverstein throws out a loose jab but Targaryen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Silverstein fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Targaryen looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Targaryen looks to score with a jab to the body but Silverstein is just out of range.
Targaryen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Silverstein bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Silverstein wants to clinch.
Silverstein slips under a jab from Targaryen.
Silverstein bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Silverstein has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Silverstein throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Targaryen is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T2#
Nice shot lands for Targaryen.
Targaryen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Silverstein was well out of range. Poor timing from Targaryen.
A countering left hand to the body from Silverstein misses.
Silverstein tries to clinch but Targaryen is having none of it.
Targaryen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Targaryen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Silverstein tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Targaryen manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Targaryen throwing a counter right hand but Silverstein manages to avoid it.
Targaryen misses with a straight right.
Silverstein is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Targaryen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Silverstein.
Silverstein is looking to clinch but Targaryen is avoiding it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Targaryen circles away from the clinch attempt.
Targaryen works Silverstein's body with a nice hook.
Targaryen misses with a right hand
and Silverstein counters with a left and a right that stings Targaryen.
Silverstein wants to clinch up but Targaryen keeps it at a distance.
Silverstein is looking to clinch but Targaryen is avoiding it.
Silverstein connects with a body shot that sends Targaryen's belly button to the back.
Silverstein slips under a jab.
Silverstein tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T3#
Targaryen displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Silverstein.
Silverstein misses with a head kick.
Silverstein takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Silverstein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Targaryen circles away from the clinch attempt.
Silverstein slips under a jab.
Targaryen throws a body shot but no joy.
Jon Targaryen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Silverstein tries to clinch up.
Targaryen throws a looping overhand right but Silverstein ducks down to avoid it.
Silverstein misses with an uppercut. Targaryen saw that one coming.
Silverstein doesn't manage to clinch there - Targaryen circles away.
Silverstein lands a right hook to the body.
Silverstein fails with an attempt to clinch.
Silverstein throws a leg kick but Targaryen sees it coming and moves out of range.
Targaryen works Silverstein's body with a nice hook.#T4#
Silverstein tries to close the distance and clinch but Targaryen swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Targaryen just misses with a punch to the body.
Silverstein is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Targaryen with a body shot.
Silverstein slips under a jab from Targaryen.
A slow jab from Targaryen misses its intended target.
Targaryen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Silverstein was well out of range. Poor timing from Targaryen.
Silverstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Silverstein tries to clinch there but Targaryen circles away.
Targaryen throws a body shot but no joy.
Targaryen loads up on a big right hand but Silverstein slips the punch.
A little jabbing left from Silverstein on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Targaryen throws a hook to the side of Silverstein's head but Silverstein sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Silverstein is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Silverstein ducks under a wild hook from Targaryen.
Targaryen bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Silverstein's head.
Silverstein takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Silverstein tries to close the distance and clinch but Targaryen swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Silverstein moves in looking to clinch but Targaryen pushes him off.
Klaus Silverstein has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Targaryen loads up on a big right hand but Silverstein slips the punch.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jon Targaryen!
A relieved looking Jon Targaryen 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: RRFC Fight Night 26
Date: Mar 14, 2020

#R1#
Silverstein swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Patch.
Silverstein misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #TD#
Silverstein closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Patch quickly recovers to half guard.
Patch wants to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Silverstein's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB2#
Patch looking for a kimura from the bottom but Silverstein passes into side control!
Silverstein is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Patch will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Patch is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Silverstein is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Silverstein controlling from the full mount.
Patch sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Still in half guard, Silverstein seems content to control.
Silverstein wants to free his trapped foot but Patch is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T1##SUB2#
Patch is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Silverstein pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Patch is looking for a sweep. Silverstein is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Silverstein is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Silverstein's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Silverstein seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Patch for as long as he can get away with.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Patch is trying to get back to full guard.
Well, if Silverstein is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #SUB2#
Patch looking for submissions off his back.
Patch has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Silverstein moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Patch.
Patch is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Silverstein is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Silverstein is looking to take a break and control but Patch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Patch is looking for a sweep.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Silverstein drives through and clinches with Patch against the cage.
Patch is trying to pull guard but Silverstein has him pressed against the cage.
Patch tries to score a body lock takedown but Silverstein shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Patch tries to pull guard but Silverstein forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Klaus Silverstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Charlie Patch.#TD2#
Patch pulls Silverstein into guard.
Silverstein content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Patch looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Silverstein passes into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Silverstein in particular looking to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silverstein has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Klaus Silverstein dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Silverstein throws out a loose jab but Patch uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL#
Silverstein closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Patch tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Silverstein just stands there and leans against the cage.
Patch tries to pull guard but Silverstein holds him up against the cage and eventually Patch drops back down to his feet.
Patch changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Silverstein fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Klaus Silverstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Charlie Patch.#TD#
Silverstein dives in and scores a takedown into Patch's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Patch has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Silverstein is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Patch.
Patch is trying to get back to half guard.#T1#
Silverstein takes a little break here. Patch wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Patch is trying to improve his position.
Patch manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Silverstein is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Patch can do to turn this around?
Silverstein stalling.
Patch is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Silverstein's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Silverstein's back!#SUB2#
Patch working for a choke but Silverstein is defending well. #T2#
Silverstein tries to escape but Patch has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Silverstein trying to control the hands but Patch won't let him. #SUB2#
Patch is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Silverstein defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Silverstein tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T3#
Silverstein tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Silverstein is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Patch jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Silverstein manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Silverstein can't do much from the bottom here.
Patch tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB2#
Patch is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Silverstein has escaped the position, nice work there. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Silverstein is trying to improve his position.
Silverstein sneaks back into half guard.
Silverstein is looking for a sweep. Patch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Silverstein wants to control but Patch is keeping busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Patch is working for a submission of some sort.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Klaus Silverstein will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Silverstein pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Patch fails with a takedown attempt.
It looked like Silverstein was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Silverstein enables Patch to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Silverstein manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Silverstein is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Patch loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein has his hands on Patch's head, controlling the position.
Patch won't allow Silverstein to sweep him here. #T1#
Patch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Silverstein is keeping the position for now.
Patch pushes down on Silverstein's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Silverstein is controlling Patch's trapped leg to prevent Patch from advancing to side control.
Patch missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Silverstein wants to control but Patch is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Silverstein tries to get to full guard but Patch has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Patch is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Silverstein is just riding it out for now. Patch eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Patch is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Silverstein sees it coming and defends easily.
Silverstein holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#SUB2#
Patch is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Silverstein is just riding it out for now. Patch eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Patch wants to work for an arm triangle but Silverstein is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T3#
Silverstein wants to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Patch tries to sprawl but Silverstein drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Patch is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Silverstein pulls his head out easily.
Patch is trying to get back to full guard.
Silverstein is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Charlie Patch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Patch moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Silverstein slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Silverstein advances position into side control!
Silverstein slows the pace down.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Patch tries to buck Silverstein off but Silverstein is having none of it.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Charlie Patch.
Well Silverstein 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 James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Klaus Silverstein!

Event: RRFC 31:Winn vs Monto
Date: Mar 07, 2020

#R1#
Silverstein fails with an attempt to clinch.
Silverstein wants to clinch.#CL#
Johnson clinches up with Silverstein and pushes him back against the cage.
Silverstein fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Johnson tries for a takedown. No joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein is looking to take this one to the mat.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Johnson takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Silverstein is looking for a takedown.
Adam Johnson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Klaus Silverstein.#T1#
Johnson goes for a takedown attempt but Silverstein pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Johnson swats away the attempt to clinch by Silverstein.
Silverstein misses with a combination #TD#
and Johnson counters with a shoot takedown. Silverstein fights it but they end up in guard.
Silverstein has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Johnson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Silverstein is keeping the position for now.
Silverstein seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB#
Johnson drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Silverstein manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Johnson has Silverstein in his guard.#REVB##T2##SUB#
Johnson is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Johnson working for a triangle but Silverstein defends it easily. #SUB#
Johnson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Silverstein defends well.
My spies in Rio Fight Academy inform me that Silverstein has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Silverstein sitting in guard here, content to control.
Silverstein's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB#
Silverstein got a little sloppy there for a moment and Johnson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Silverstein has managed to get both his arms back between Johnson's legs - danger averted.
Silverstein showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Silverstein wants to pass the guard but Johnson is keeping the position.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#SUB#
Johnson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Silverstein can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Silverstein trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Johnson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Silverstein is aware though and is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Adam Johnson dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Johnson rushes Silverstein and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Johnson has been working on his balance at Shut Up & Train! {$950}, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Silverstein.#TD#
Johnson has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Silverstein is trying to keep an underhook but Johnson manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Johnson prevents Silverstein from improving his position.#SUB#
Johnson seems to be working for a kimura but Silverstein defends the submission attempt.
Silverstein is trying to maintain the position but Johnson is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Johnson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson is pressing down on Silverstein's thigh, looking to free his foot. Silverstein is holding on for now. #SUB#
Johnson seems to be working for a kimura but Silverstein defends the submission attempt.#T1#
Johnson passes to side control. #SUB#
Johnson goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Silverstein rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Johnson's guard! Nice work there by Silverstein!
Silverstein controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Johnson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Silverstein is one step ahead there. #SU2#
Johnson is working an open guard so Silverstein takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#CL2#
Silverstein gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T2#
Johnson wants a takedown.
Johnson is looking for a takedown.
Johnson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Silverstein after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Adam Johnson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Silverstein wants a takedown. #BC#
Johnson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Johnson throws a series of punches but Silverstein avoids them all with ease. #TD#
Johnson changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Silverstein looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Silverstein is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Johnson is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Silverstein has escaped the position, nice work there. #T3#
Silverstein is holding Johnson down, trying to stall.
Silverstein is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Silverstein is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Johnson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Silverstein trying to control but Johnson postures up. #SUB#
Johnson seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Silverstein has recovered full guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Johnson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Silverstein is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
Johnson has gone for a leg lock! Silverstein slips out almost immediately though and dives into Johnson's guard.#REVB#
Silverstein trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Silverstein controlling from the top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Adam Johnson will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Johnson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Johnson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Silverstein avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Johnson looking for a takedown. #TD#
Johnson has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Silverstein is trying to keep an underhook but Johnson manages to get the takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Johnson is working for a kimura but Silverstein is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Silverstein looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Johnson is looking for a kimura here. #T1#
Johnson tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Silverstein. #SUB#
Johnson is trying to work for a kimura but Silverstein is defending well. #SUB#
Johnson is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Johnson is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Johnson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Silverstein sees it coming and defends easily.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Silverstein trying to control but Johnson postures up.
Silverstein keeping control of the position. #SUB#
Johnson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Silverstein has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Johnson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Silverstein is looking to improve his position. #T3##SUB#
Johnson seems to be working for a kimura but Silverstein defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Johnson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Silverstein sees it coming and defends easily.
Silverstein trying to control from the bottom.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#SUB#
Silverstein is defending against the submission attempts here by Johnson.
Johnson is thwarting Silverstein's attempts to control the position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Nice sprawl there from Silverstein as Johnson shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Adam Johnson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Silverstein tries to close the distance and clinch up but Johnson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Johnson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Silverstein is looking to clinch but Johnson is avoiding it.
The crowd cheers as Silverstein lands an impressive looking overhand right. Johnson doesn't seem phased though.
Johnson takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Johnson throws a shot from downtown. Silverstein moves away and avoids it.
Silverstein takes a swing at Johnson's ribcage but misses.
Johnson fails to land the takedown.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silverstein tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Johnson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Silverstein throws a body shot but no joy.
Silverstein tries to clinch up.
Klaus Silverstein has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Silverstein scores with a jab.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: RRFC Challengers 26
Date: Jan 31, 2020

#R1#
Mitchell keeps the fight on the outside.
Mitchell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Silverstein.
Mitchell is looking to counter the offense by Silverstein and move into the clinch.
Silverstein is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Mitchell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Silverstein moves away.
Some wild striking there from Mitchell.
Silverstein looks to score with a jab to the body but Mitchell is just out of range.
Mitchell swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Silverstein on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Silverstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Silverstein throws a body punch but Mitchell moves out of range.
Mitchell throws a big counter combination but Silverstein scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mitchell circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mitchell works over Silverstein's head and body with a nice combination.
Mitchell is trying hard to land a takedown here. Silverstein sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Silverstein tries to close the distance and clinch up but Mitchell swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Silverstein lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Mitchell seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Silverstein misses with a left hand
and Mitchell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Silverstein throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mitchell drops down looking for a counter takedown but Silverstein sprawls and moves away.#CL#
Mitchell darts in and clinches Silverstein up against the ropes.
Mitchell stalling in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Mitchell.
Silverstein wants a takedown but no success here.
Silverstein tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Mitchell smiles and moves away. #CL#
Mitchell pushes Silverstein up against the ropes in a clinch.
Mitchell manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #T2#
Mitchell swings wildly with an uppercut but Silverstein uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Mitchell turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Mitchell manages to end up in side control.
Silverstein is trying to control Mitchell's posture but Mitchell avoids it.
Mitchell has control of an arm but Silverstein manages to advance to Mitchell's back!
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mitchell rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done. #T3##SUB2#
Silverstein is working for a kimura but Mitchell is defending it quite comfortably.
Silverstein wants to take a breather but Mitchell is having none of it.
Mitchell is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Silverstein jumps into side control!
Silverstein trying to control the position but Mitchell is working away.
My spies in Rio Fight Academy inform me that Silverstein has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Mitchell gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Still in half guard, Silverstein seems content to control.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Mitchell wants to control but Silverstein is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Mitchell has a hand on Silverstein's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Silverstein takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Mitchell really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Silverstein sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Silverstein wants to control the pace but Mitchell is squirming around nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shane Mitchell dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Silverstein darts in looking for a takedown but Mitchell gets double underhooks and turns Silverstein into the ropes. #TD#
Mitchell darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Mitchell passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Silverstein!
Mitchell takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein is wriggling around trying to escape.
Silverstein tries to hold on but Mitchell pushes him away.
Mitchell can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Silverstein is looking to escape. #T1#
Mitchell controlling the position easily from mount.
Mitchell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Silverstein can do to turn this around?
Mitchell avoids the attempt from Silverstein to control.
Mitchell lands a big shot there that rocks Silverstein but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Silverstein tries to lock up and control but Mitchell gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T2##SUB#
Mitchell wants to finish this one by submission but Silverstein is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Mitchell.
Mitchell content just to control the position here.
Mitchell tries to control but Silverstein wriggling away.
Mitchell throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Silverstein because Mitchell loaded up on that one. #T3#
Mitchell wants to control but instead Silverstein manages to regain half guard.
Mitchell wants to take a breather but Silverstein is having none of it.
Silverstein wants to get back to full guard but Mitchell has passed into side control.
Mitchell is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Silverstein's shoulder. That is not cool. #SUB#
Mitchell is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Silverstein is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Mitchell is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Silverstein's shoulder. That is not cool.
Silverstein can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
Silverstein tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Mitchell trying to control the action but Silverstein is working from the bottom.
Silverstein is looking for a sweep.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mitchell dips to his left and cracks Silverstein with an uppercut!#TD#
Mitchell fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Silverstein to the ground. Mitchell is now in Silverstein's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shane Mitchell dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Silverstein tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mitchell swivels and escapes.
Mitchell misses with a double jab.
Silverstein looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mitchell avoids the body shot from Silverstein.
Mitchell looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Shane Mitchell is winning the standup battle so far.
Mitchell swats away the attempt to clinch by Silverstein.
Mitchell tries for a takedown but Silverstein sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Silverstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Silverstein is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Mitchell rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Silverstein moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Silverstein tries to clinch but Mitchell moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Mitchell gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Silverstein's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#TD#
Mitchell tightens his grip and picks Silverstein up, before dumping him to the ground. Silverstein manages to land in guard. #T1#
Silverstein has Mitchell pulled in close to control his posture.
Silverstein looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mitchell is one step ahead there.
Silverstein looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Mitchell puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Silverstein controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Mitchell trying to control the action but Silverstein is working from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Silverstein is trying to get back to full guard.
Silverstein has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Mitchell is working away from the top position though.
Silverstein is trying to get back to full guard.
Mitchell tries to pass the half guard into mount. Silverstein knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Silverstein wants to control but Mitchell is keeping busy. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
Mitchell throws a combination. Silverstein tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#TD2#
Silverstein fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Mitchell to the ground. Silverstein is now in Mitchell's guard.
Mitchell looking for a sweep. Not yet Mitchell, not yet.
Silverstein stays in close to Mitchell's body and controls the position.
Mitchell is trying to control the position but Silverstein postures up.
Mitchell keeping moving, preventing Silverstein from controlling successfully.
Mitchell controlling the position.#T4#
Silverstein looking to sit in guard and control but Mitchell gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Silverstein working a defensive guard but Mitchell passes into half guard.
Silverstein has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Mitchell is working away from the top position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Silverstein controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Shane Mitchell showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Mitchell 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: RRFC Fight Night 18
Date: Jan 12, 2020

#R1#
Tawaivuna closes the distance and clinches up with Silverstein, looking for a takedown. Tawaivuna pushes Silverstein against the cage but Silverstein circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tawaivuna tries to score a power double leg takedown but Silverstein sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tawaivuna somewhat.
Tawaivuna shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Silverstein as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ribaraoi Tawaivuna. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Silverstein defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tawaivuna.
Tawaivuna slips under a jab.
Tawaivuna looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Silverstein is fending him off so far but Tawaivuna persists. Nope, Silverstein circles away and we're back to standing.
Tawaivuna misses with a takedown
enabling Silverstein to counter with a crisp jab.
Silverstein with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nice defenses there by Tawaivuna.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein stuffs the takedown.
Tawaivuna is breathing heavily.
Tawaivuna slips under a jab.
Tawaivuna tries to counter with a takedown but Silverstein is quick to defend against it.
Nice takedown defense from Silverstein. No joy for Tawaivuna on that attempt.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tawaivuna.
Silverstein missing with a left hand there. Tawaivuna was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1##CL2#
Silverstein has closed the distance and engaged Tawaivuna in a clinch.
Silverstein is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Tawaivuna has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Silverstein after a bit of a struggle. #TD2#
Silverstein jumps into guard, dragging Tawaivuna to the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Tawaivuna drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Silverstein dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Silverstein slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Silverstein controlling the position from side mount.
Tawaivuna looks to move to half guard but instead Silverstein has passed into mount! Damn!
Silverstein sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T2#
Tawaivuna really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Tawaivuna is wriggling around trying to escape.
Silverstein sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Tawaivuna is looking to get to half guard.
Silverstein controlling from the full mount. #T3#
It looks like Silverstein might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Silverstein thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Tawaivuna keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Silverstein takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Tawaivuna tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T4#
Tawaivuna is working hard here to advance position.
Silverstein controlling from the full mount.
Silverstein's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Tawaivuna is trying desperately to improve position.
Silverstein controlling from the full mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tawaivuna regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Klaus Silverstein dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tawaivuna is defended easily by Silverstein.
Tawaivuna fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Silverstein avoids it really well and circles away.
Tawaivuna misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ribaraoi Tawaivuna. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tawaivuna fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Tawaivuna dives in for a single leg takedown but Silverstein sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Silverstein misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Silverstein scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Silverstein darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Silverstein with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Let's hope that Silverstein has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Silverstein.#SUB#
Tawaivuna looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silverstein trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Tawaivuna actively working from the bottom here.
Silverstein trying to control the pace. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Silverstein wants to free his trapped foot but Tawaivuna is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Tawaivuna looking for subs from the bottom but Silverstein mounts him!
Tawaivuna keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Silverstein looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Silverstein prevents Tawaivuna from getting the reversal.
Silverstein sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Silverstein prevents Tawaivuna from getting the reversal.
Silverstein looking to control and managing it successfully.
Tawaivuna tries to reverse the position but Silverstein maintains control.#T4#
Silverstein controlling from mount.
Tawaivuna is wriggling around trying to escape.
Silverstein content just to control the position here. #SUB2#
Silverstein has hold of Tawaivuna's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Tawaivuna manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Tawaivuna is trying desperately to improve position.
Silverstein controlling from the full mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tawaivuna is looking to get to half guard.
Silverstein controlling from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Klaus Silverstein showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Tawaivuna uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Silverstein.
Tawaivuna will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Silverstein has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tawaivuna throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Silverstein's waist but Silverstein gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tawaivuna off to one side. #TD2#
Silverstein gets a double leg takedown into Tawaivuna's guard.
Silverstein is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
More stalling from Silverstein.#T1#
Yet more stalling tactics from Silverstein.#SUB#
Silverstein avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Silverstein trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Silverstein slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Tawaivuna escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Silverstein gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Silverstein forces his way into half guard.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Silverstein tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tawaivuna knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Tawaivuna looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tawaivuna wants to improve his position but Silverstein is controlling well.
My spies in Rio Fight Academy inform me that Silverstein has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Silverstein has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Silverstein sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Tawaivuna working to try and regain half guard.
Silverstein looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Tawaivuna regains half guard.#SUB#
Tawaivuna looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Silverstein seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Tawaivuna looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Tawaivuna looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Silverstein content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Tawaivuna looking for submissions off his back.
Silverstein is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Tawaivuna trying to get back to full guard but Silverstein takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Ribaraoi Tawaivuna has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Klaus Silverstein is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tawaivuna is trying desperately to improve position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Klaus Silverstein comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Silverstein 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 25:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Klaus Silverstein!

Event: QFC Tournament 944 Round 4
Date: Dec 24, 2019

#R1#
Liddel will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Silverstein misses with a body shot.
Liddel shoots in for a takedown but Silverstein shows good takedown defense.
A telegraphed right hand from Silverstein misses the target.
Liddel is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Liddel defending well as Silverstein loads up on a big left hand.
Silverstein fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Liddel manages to avoid it.
Liddel tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Liddel misses with a double jab.
Liddel uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Silverstein.#TD2#
Liddel closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Liddel lands in his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Silverstein controlling the action here. #T1#
Silverstein throwing shots but Liddel is blocking nicely.
Liddel is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Silverstein's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Silverstein's back!
Silverstein needs to remain patient if he's going to get out of this sticky situation.
Silverstein tries to roll but Liddel sticks to his back.
Silverstein surviving as best he can, preventing damage. #SUB2#
Liddel has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T2#
Silverstein can't escape the position. #SUB2#
Liddel is persistently looking for the submission but Silverstein is defending it well.
Liddel is looking to control Silverstein but Silverstein is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Silverstein tries to roll but Liddel sticks to his back. #T3#
Liddel wants to control the position but Silverstein frees himself and scrambles - Liddel manages to regain control in side control.
Liddel wants to control but Silverstein is keeping him busy.
What's Silverstein going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Silverstein tries to bench press Liddel off him but Liddel keeps the position.
Liddel wants to lay and pray for a moment but Silverstein keeps working.
Silverstein is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Silverstein manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Silverstein seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Silverstein passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Liddel!
Liddel tries to hold on but Silverstein postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Klaus Silverstein will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Liddel closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Liddel shoots in looking for a takedown but Silverstein manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Liddel's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Silverstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Liddel shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Silverstein sprawls well. Silverstein wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Liddel gets slowly back to his feet.
Silverstein rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Liddel moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Liddel looks to clinch
and Liddel takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Liddel is looking to clinch.
No joy there for Silverstein, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Silverstein thuds his right hand into Liddel's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Silverstein throws out a loose jab but Liddel uses good head movement to avoid it.
Liddel avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Silverstein fails to land with a series of punches.
Silverstein misses with a wild body shot.
Liddel unleashes a big counter combination but Silverstein bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Silverstein showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Liddel.
Silverstein appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Silverstein blocks the body kick.
Liddel swats away the attempt to clinch by Silverstein.
Silverstein throws a series of punches but Liddel moves out of range.
Liddel dives in for a single leg takedown but Silverstein sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Klaus Silverstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chuck Liddel.
Silverstein throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Liddel shoots and misses
and Silverstein counters with a stiff right hand.
Liddel misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Liddel is breathing heavily.#T2#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Liddel is defended easily by Silverstein.
Liddel uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Silverstein.
Silverstein just misses with a punch to the body.
Liddel stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Silverstein tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Liddel manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Silverstein avoids a kick to the body.
Silverstein is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Liddel can do to turn this around?
Liddel tries for a takedown but Silverstein circles away easily
letting Silverstein counter with a right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Liddel feints and as Silverstein raises his hands in defense, Liddel changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Silverstein wants to sweep but no luck.
Silverstein pulls Liddel in close to his closed guard and prevents Liddel from doing any damage or advancing position.#T3#
Silverstein has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB#
Silverstein has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Liddel is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Silverstein.
Silverstein holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Silverstein is looking to reverse the position.
Silverstein regains half guard, as Liddel was trying to land strikes.
Silverstein controlling the position for now.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Silverstein.
Chuck Liddel has got the better of the ground game so far.
Silverstein is looking to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Silverstein is controlling Liddel's trapped leg to prevent Liddel from advancing to side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Klaus Silverstein dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Silverstein misses with a hook. Liddel ducked under it nicely.
It seemed like Liddel was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A head kick misses from Liddel.
Liddel blocks a jab.
A countering left hand to the body from Liddel misses.
Liddel misses with a few strikes there.
Liddel slips a jab and a cross from Silverstein.
Silverstein is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Liddel swats away the attempt to clinch by Silverstein.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Liddel slips a straight right by Silverstein.#TD#
Silverstein shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Liddel is trying to defend but Silverstein finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#T1#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Silverstein in particular looking to stall.
Liddel is looking for a sweep. Silverstein is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Silverstein is looking for a kimura but Liddel is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Silverstein to get the leverage.
Silverstein prevents Liddel from standing back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silverstein controlling the pace.
Liddel scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Silverstein manages to mount him! #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Silverstein looking for a guillotine from mount but Liddel is having none of it.
Silverstein controlling the position easily from mount.
Liddel tries to lock up and control but Silverstein gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Silverstein controlling from mount.
Poor strikes thrown by Silverstein there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help! #T3#
Liddel is looking to improve his position but Silverstein isn't that keen on the idea.
Silverstein tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Liddel is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Silverstein is working for a guillotine from mount but Liddel frees his head quite easily.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight for Klaus Silverstein!
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight for Klaus Silverstein!
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight for Klaus Silverstein!

Klaus Silverstein wins by unanimous decision!

Event: QFC Tournament 944 Round 3
Date: Dec 23, 2019

#R1#
Silverstein avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
The fighters circling - Silverstein throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Silverstein thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Silverstein.
Silverstein tries to score with some ground and pound. Patch controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Patch tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Silverstein wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Patch sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Patch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Patch is trying to stand up here but Silverstein is controlling him well.
Silverstein is taking a breather. Patch says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Patch avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Silverstein.
Silverstein content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Silverstein is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Patch wants to hold on but Silverstein pushes him away.
Patch gets back to half guard.
Patch is looking to improve his position. #T2##SUB2#
Silverstein seems to be working for a kimura but Patch defends the submission attempt.
Patch tries to roll over but Silverstein keeps him under control.#SUB#
Patch looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Silverstein is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Patch doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Silverstein. #SUB#
Patch actively working from the bottom here.#T3##SUB#
Patch with the active half guard here but Silverstein passes nicely into side control.
Silverstein has knee on belly and moves into mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Silverstein tries to control but Patch wriggling away. #SUB2#
Silverstein is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Silverstein!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Klaus Silverstein!

Event: QFC Tournament 944 Round 2
Date: Dec 22, 2019

#R1##TD#
Dimes scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Silverstein is not content to let Dimes control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silverstein is doing well to control the position and prevent Dimes from advancing to side control.#SUB2#
Dimes is looking to stall in half guard but Silverstein is in no mood to hang around. He's locked up a Kimura from the bottom and has used it to sweep! He's held on to the kimura and is looking to finish here... will he get it... YES! Dimes taps out and the crowd goes crazy! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Klaus Silverstein!
Indigo Dimes was interviewed post fight and said 'Still want to thank the fans and everyone, I promise I WILL come back stronger and faster'.

Event: QFC Tournament 944 Round 1
Date: Dec 21, 2019

#R1#
Rhodes throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Rhodes slips a jab from Silverstein.
Rhodes feints the counter takedown.#CL2#
Rhodes pushes Silverstein up against the cage in a clinch.
Rhodes is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Silverstein pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Rhodes is trying to break the clinch but Silverstein has him pressed against the cage.
Rhodes tries to pull guard but Silverstein forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Rhodes is stalling here.
Rhodes dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
The crowd are getting on Rhodes's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Rhodes jumps into guard, dragging Silverstein to the mat.
Silverstein slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T1#
Silverstein trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Silverstein passes Rhodes's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Silverstein prevents Rhodes from improving his position.#SUB#
Silverstein is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Silverstein controlling the action here.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Rhodes wants to control but Silverstein is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Still in half guard, Silverstein seems content to control.#SUB#
Silverstein is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rhodes is just riding it out for now. Silverstein eventually gives up the hold.
Rhodes really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Silverstein. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Silverstein is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T3##SUB#
Silverstein looking for a submission but Rhodes manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rhodes is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Silverstein controls from within his opponent's guard.
Rhodes doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD#
Silverstein changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Rhodes looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Silverstein has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Rhodes!
Silverstein controlling the pace for now.
Rhodes is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Silverstein looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Rhodes tries to hold on but Silverstein pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silverstein wants to stand but Rhodes is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Klaus Silverstein dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Silverstein shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Rhodes's guard.
Silverstein advances to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Silverstein content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Rhodes is trying to get back to full guard.
Silverstein is pressing down on Rhodes's thigh, looking to free his foot. Rhodes is holding on for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rhodes wants to improve his position but Silverstein is controlling well.
Silverstein is taking a breather. Rhodes says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T1#
Silverstein tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rhodes knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Silverstein is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Rhodes sees it coming and defends easily.
Rhodes wants to control but Silverstein is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Silverstein is controlling the pace. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Silverstein's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Rhodes clinches with his opponent.
Silverstein tries to pull guard but Rhodes holds him up against the cage and eventually Silverstein drops back down to his feet.
Silverstein tries to pull guard but Rhodes holds him up against the cage and eventually Silverstein drops back down to his feet.
Silverstein is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rhodes can do to turn this around?
Rhodes can't break the clinch. #T3#
Silverstein prevents the takedown attempt.
Rhodes has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Silverstein avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Silverstein tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Klaus Silverstein. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rhodes tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Silverstein tries to break the clinch but Rhodes is controlling the position.
Silverstein changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rhodes fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Silverstein misses with a wild combination. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Rhodes throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Silverstein's waist but Silverstein gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rhodes off to one side. #TD#
Silverstein shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Silverstein was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Rhodes tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Silverstein controlling from the full mount.
Rhodes is desperately trying to improve his position but Silverstein has a good base and remains in mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silverstein controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB#
Silverstein with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Klaus Silverstein dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Rhodes fails with a takedown attempt.
Silverstein stuffs the takedown.
Silverstein fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Rhodes wants to clinch.
Rhodes tries to clinch up but Silverstein circles away and keeps his distance.
Silverstein throws out a loose jab but Rhodes uses good head movement to avoid it.
And Rhodes tries to counter it with a takedown but Silverstein pushes his down on his head and steps out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rhodes shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Silverstein as he jumps to the side.
Klaus Silverstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anson Rhodes.
Rhodes fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Silverstein is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Silverstein throws the left hand but Rhodes avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Rhodes misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #TD#
Silverstein shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Rhodes is looking to stand back up but Silverstein counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Rhodes.
Rhodes takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#REVB##SUB#
Silverstein is trying to work for a kimura but Rhodes is defending well.
Well, if Silverstein is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Silverstein not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T2#
Still in half guard, Silverstein seems content to control.
Silverstein prevents Rhodes from improving his position.
Silverstein perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Silverstein seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Rhodes for as long as he can get away with.
Silverstein looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3#
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB#
Silverstein looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Silverstein content to control rather than advance. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Silverstein.
Horrible takedown attempt by Silverstein or perhaps it was just good defense by Rhodes, which made it look bad.
And Rhodes responds with a good body kick, but Silverstein manages to step out the way in time.#CL2#
Rhodes takes the fight into the clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silverstein tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight for Klaus Silverstein!
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight for Klaus Silverstein!
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight for Klaus Silverstein!

Klaus Silverstein wins by unanimous decision!

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