Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: DMMA 291 Martin vs Faolin
Date: Feb 11, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Burrows tries to sprawl but Tzeng drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Burrows misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Burrows tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Burrows misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Burrows works his way to full guard. Good work.
Tzeng pushes down on Burrows's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Burrows flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Burrows is looking to improve his position.
Burrows missing with punches from the bottom.
Burrows missing with punches from the bottom.
Burrows throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burrows manages to get to full guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Burrows throwing strikes off his back to little effect. #T1##SUB2#
Tzeng thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Burrows will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Burrows tries to strike from the bottom.
Burrows trying to strike off his back. #SUB2#
Tzeng drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Tzeng jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Burrows throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Burrows trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Tzeng trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Burrows trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Tzeng drops back looking for a leg! Burrows is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Burrows manages to kick Tzeng off! Tzeng jumps back into Burrows's guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Burrows throwing strikes off his back to little effect. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#TD2#
Tzeng closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Burrows to the mat! Burrows manages to get full guard.
Burrows tries to strike from the bottom.
Burrows trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Burrows doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Tzeng wants to pass the guard but Burrows is keeping the position.
Burrows will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Burrows throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Burrows thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Burrows doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Tzeng drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Tzeng jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Tzeng stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Burrows swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Burrows thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Burrows throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Burrows trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#SUB2#
Tzeng thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T3#
Tzeng slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Tzeng is working for a kimura but Burrows is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Tzeng is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Burrows sees it coming and defends easily.
Burrows misses with some strikes from the bottom. #SUB2#
Tzeng wants to work for an arm triangle but Burrows is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Burrows gets back to full guard.
Burrows throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Burrows throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Burrows striking off his back but it's not causing Tzeng any problems.
Burrows doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom. #T4#
Burrows throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Burrows throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Burrows will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Tzeng looking to pass the guard.
Burrows trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Burrows trying to strike off his back. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Tzeng throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Burrows tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Tzeng is in Burrows's guard.#SUB2#
Tzeng is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Burrows throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Burrows throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Burrows throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Burrows will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position. #SUB2#
Tzeng is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Burrows tries to strike from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shu Fang Tzeng dominated that round.
That's time! Burrows's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD2#
Burrows gets caught napping as Tzeng dives in and scores a takedown. Burrows manages to retain guard.
Burrows trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Burrows will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Burrows striking off his back but it's not causing Tzeng any problems.
Burrows throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Burrows throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Tzeng passes Burrows's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Burrows doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tzeng.
Burrows misses with some strikes from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burrows flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Shu Fang Tzeng has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Tzeng is working for a kimura but Burrows is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T1#
Burrows flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Burrows strikes from the bottom but Tzeng passes into mount!
Burrows flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Burrows flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Burrows throwing hammer fists to the chest of Tzeng. What's that going to do exactly? #SUB2#
Tzeng looking for a guillotine from mount but Burrows is having none of it.
Burrows throwing hammer fists to the chest of Tzeng. What's that going to do exactly?
Burrows is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Burrows is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.#SUB2#
Tzeng looking to secure an arm triangle but Burrows defends it well.
Burrows swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing. #T2#
Burrows throwing hammer fists to the chest of Tzeng. What's that going to do exactly?
Burrows flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Burrows is in all sorts of trouble here. #SUB2#
Tzeng looking to secure an arm triangle but Burrows defends it well. #SUB2#
Tzeng working for a guillotine from mount but Burrows is in no mood to give up. #SUB2#
Tzeng is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Burrows to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Burrows shrugs it off.
Burrows throwing hammer fists to the chest of Tzeng. What's that going to do exactly?
Tzeng blocks Burrows's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Burrows is wriggling around trying to escape.
Burrows throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Burrows is trying desperately to improve position.
Burrows throwing hammer fists to the chest of Tzeng. What's that going to do exactly? #T3#
Burrows throwing hammer fists to the chest of Tzeng. What's that going to do exactly? #SUB2#
Tzeng has hold of Burrows's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Burrows manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger. #SUB2#
Tzeng is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Burrows is surviving well by controlling Tzeng's body position as best he can.
Burrows keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Tzeng wants to take Burrows's back but he can't do it this time. #SUB2#
Tzeng is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Burrows to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Burrows shrugs it off.
Burrows is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Tran MMA Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Burrows bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Tzeng controls Burrows momentarily but Burrows frees himself.
Tzeng avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Burrows throwing strikes from guard but Tzeng blocks nicely. #T4#
Tzeng avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Burrows trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Burrows accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Burrows missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB2#
Burrows avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Burrows loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Tzeng had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Burrows defends it easily.
Burrows missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Tzeng utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tzeng working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Burrows.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Burrows accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB2#
Burrows is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Tzeng has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Burrows is looking to defend but Tzeng has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Burrows! Tzeng pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Burrows taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: DMMA 280 Walton vs Spong
Date: Jan 07, 2024

#R1##TD#
Kazimierz shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Tzeng on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kazimierz connects with a nice short shot to Tzeng's temple. #SUB2#
Tzeng is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kazimierz pulls his head out easily.
Tzeng is looking to improve his position.
Tzeng keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kazimierz working the head and body with strikes. #SU#
Kazimierz escapes and gets back to his feet. #T1#
Kazimierz tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tzeng swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kazimierz feints a jab promting Tzeng to slip. Kazimierz then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Tzeng slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Kazimierz throws a head kick but Tzeng moves out of range. #TD2#
Tzeng decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Tzeng is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kazimierz has managed to free his arm - good work.
Kazimierz looks like he's trying to stand up.
Kazimierz wants to get back to full guard.
Kazimierz has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB2#
Tzeng is working for a kimura but Kazimierz is defending it quite comfortably.
Kazimierz trying to hold on to Tzeng's head to control him but Tzeng postures up. #T2#
Kazimierz moves into full guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tzeng advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kazimierz doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tzeng. #SUB2#
Tzeng is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T3#
Kazimierz is trying to maintain the position but Tzeng is very close to passing his half guard.
Tzeng wants to pass to mount but Kazimierz is defending the position.
Kazimierz gets full guard.
Kazimierz has control of Tzeng's left arm, preventing Tzeng from doing any damage.
Tzeng won't allow Kazimierz to get back to his feet.
Kazimierz is trying to keep Tzeng in close.
Kazimierz looking for a sweep. Not yet Kazimierz, not yet. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Kazimierz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kazimierz is on top in guard. #REVR#
Tzeng is trying to control the position but Kazimierz postures up. #SUB2#
Tzeng has an active guard here but Kazimierz has managed to pass into half guard.
Kazimierz landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kazimierz working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tzeng is trying to get back to full guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kazimierz connects with a nice short shot to Tzeng's temple.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aleksander Kazimierz dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD#
Kazimierz throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Tzeng tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kazimierz is in Tzeng's guard.#SUB2#
Tzeng is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kazimierz with a nice head shot there.#SUB2#
Tzeng throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Kazimierz escapes and throws Tzeng's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Kazimierz scoring with punches from side control.
Kazimierz scoring with punches from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng is being controlled here.
Tzeng is trying to control Kazimierz's posture but Kazimierz avoids it.
Kazimierz landing a few strikes. #T1#
Kazimierz lands some shots froms side control.#SU#
Kazimierz decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Tzeng keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kazimierz misses with a kick to the body #TD2#
so Tzeng counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Kazimierz is looking to stand back up but Tzeng counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Kazimierz. #REVR#
Kazimierz is looking to improve his position.
Kazimierz is trying to maintain the position but Tzeng is very close to passing his half guard.
Kazimierz preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Kazimierz makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kazimierz.#T2##SUB2#
Tzeng drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Kazimierz manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Tzeng has Kazimierz in his guard.#REVR#
Kazimierz controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kazimierz passes into half guard. #SU#
Kazimierz escapes and gets back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tzeng tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kazimierz manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Tzeng stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tzeng wants it to stay on the feet.
Tzeng is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kazimierz throws a left and a right that both miss #TD2#
and Tzeng decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kazimierz's guard.
Kazimierz trying to keep a closed guard but Tzeng is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Tzeng is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Kazimierz is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Kazimierz has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Kazimierz avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tzeng 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.#T4##SUB2#
Tzeng is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Tzeng has an active guard here but Kazimierz has managed to pass into half guard.
Tzeng tries to get to full guard but Kazimierz has control of the leg.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kazimierz seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Tzeng regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kazimierz controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aleksander Kazimierz dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Kazimierz shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Tzeng is trying to defend but Kazimierz finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Kazimierz prevents Tzeng from improving his position.
Kazimierz controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng moves into full guard. #T1##SU#
Kazimierz gets to his feet. Tzeng looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Kazimierz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tzeng can do to turn this around?
Kazimierz throws a body kick that misses. #TD#
Kazimierz shoots in and gets a takedown into Tzeng's guard.
Kazimierz missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a triangle here but Kazimierz uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Tzeng tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tzeng is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #SU#
Kazimierz decides to stand up, so the ref orders Tzeng to his feet.
Kazimierz avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T2#
Horrible takedown attempt by Kazimierz or perhaps it was just good defense by Tzeng, which made it look bad.
Kazimierz misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tzeng is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kazimierz lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kazimierz.#TD2#
Tzeng closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Kazimierz quickly recovers to half guard.

Kazimierz has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Tzeng is on him like a limpet, forcing Kazimierz back against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kazimierz is trying to pull guard but Tzeng has him pressed against the cage.#TD2#
Tzeng successfully pulls guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kazimierz doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kazimierz manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tzeng keeping full guard, as Kazimierz tries to pass.
Kazimierz 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. #T3##SUB2#
Tzeng looking for a guillotine here but Kazimierz defends easily.
Kazimierz is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Shu Fang Tzeng has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Aleksander Kazimierz is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kazimierz postures up. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kazimierz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kazimierz misses with a head kick. #TD#
Kazimierz shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Tzeng slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Kazimierz trying to stand up but can't free himself from Tzeng's guard.#SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kazimierz passes into half guard.
Tzeng is looking to improve his position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Aleksander Kazimierz showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kazimierz 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aleksander Kazimierz!
Aleksander Kazimierz 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: DMMA 262 The Real Deal
Date: Nov 19, 2023

#R1#
Tzeng tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Cruz defends well and Tzeng ends up having to push Cruz into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Cruz feinted with a counter takedown.#TD#
Cruz throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Tzeng tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Cruz is in Tzeng's guard.
Cruz controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tzeng keeping moving, preventing Cruz from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Tzeng looking for a guillotine here but Cruz defends easily. #SUB2#
Tzeng is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruz wants to control from the top but Tzeng keeps moving. #SUB2#
Tzeng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Cruz is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Tzeng is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Cruz got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tzeng has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Cruz has managed to get both his arms back between Tzeng's legs - danger averted.#T1#
Tzeng keeping moving, preventing Cruz from controlling successfully.
Cruz content to stall in guard here.
We've been hearing good reports from Cruz'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#
Tzeng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Cruz is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Cruz drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Cruz seems to have locked his on tight now - Tzeng screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Cruz, as he picks up the win!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Darian Cruz!
After winning the bout, Darian Cruz thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: DMMA 253 Martin vs Kalske
Date: Oct 28, 2023

#R1##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
UnEqual decides to pull guard.
UnEqual is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
UnEqual looking for a sweep. Not yet UnEqual, not yet. #SUB#
Tzeng is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Tzeng slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
UnEqual is looking for a sweep.
UnEqual regains half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
UnEqual makes his way to full guard. A much better position for UnEqual.#SUB2#
UnEqual has his foot on Tzeng's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tzeng works his way back into a safe position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tzeng trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
UnEqual looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Tzeng passes into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
UnEqual is looking to reverse the position.#T1##SUB#
Tzeng looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
UnEqual is trying to improve his position.
UnEqual manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Tzeng is trying to work for a kimura but UnEqual is defending well.
UnEqual is trying to get back to full guard.
UnEqual slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
UnEqual wants to sweep here but Tzeng controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
UnEqual had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tzeng defends it easily.
UnEqual throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back. #T2##SUB2#
UnEqual has his foot on Tzeng's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tzeng works his way back into a safe position though.
Tzeng passes into half guard.
UnEqual is trying to get back to full guard.
UnEqual looks winded!#SUB#
Tzeng is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! UnEqual is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Shu Fang Tzeng!
After winning the bout, Shu Fang Tzeng thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Gagong UnEqual stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'll be back!'.

Event: DMMA 243 Bleak vs Roll
Date: Sep 30, 2023

#R1##TD#
Tzeng gets a double leg takedown into Sanders's guard.
Tzeng stands and throws Sanders's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Tzeng tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sanders knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Tzeng swings around for an armbar but Sanders sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Tzeng's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Tzeng throws his legs up looking for a submission but Sanders uses it to pass to side control.
Tzeng is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Tzeng is looking for a sweep.
Tzeng is trying to control Sanders's posture but Sanders avoids it.
Tzeng tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sanders wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Tzeng defending against the ground and pound.
Sanders throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Tzeng is looking for a sweep.
Tzeng is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Sanders off and has taken his back!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sanders tries to roll but Tzeng sticks to his back. #SUB#
Sanders is having to fend off submission attempts from Tzeng, who is looking to sink in the choke. Tzeng doesn't have the hooks in though and Sanders manages to reverse position! He's now on top, in his opponent's guard.
Sanders postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2#
Sanders throwing strikes from guard but Tzeng blocks nicely.
Sanders looking to pass the guard.
Tzeng is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Tzeng looking for a guillotine here but Sanders defends easily.
Sanders postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Sanders has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Tzeng to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Sanders is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Tzeng pulls down on the head and he's put Sanders to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Bernie Sanders stepped up to the mic, saying 'COME ON! FU@#$ ALL JUDGES!!! I WON!'.

Event: DMMA 232 Thorn vs Panda
Date: Sep 02, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Tzeng has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kruth looking for a takedown. #TD2#
Tzeng gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Kruth tries to roll over but Tzeng keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura but Kruth is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tzeng to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Tzeng seems to be working for a kimura but Kruth defends the submission attempt.
Kruth manages to get to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruth trying to control the position.
Tzeng won't allow Kruth to sweep him here. #T1#
Kruth has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Kruth manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tzeng manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Kruth wants to control from the top but Tzeng keeps moving.
Kruth postures up in Tzeng's guard and throws a big left but Tzeng blocks it.
Kruth wants to control from the top but Tzeng keeps moving. #SUB2#
Tzeng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kruth is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a triangle but Kruth pushes his legs off easily. #T2##SUB2#
Tzeng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kruth is aware though and is defending well.
Kruth stands and throws Tzeng's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kruth is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kruth works to advance to full mount. Tzeng defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
We've been hearing good reports from Kruth's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Kruth looking for a guillotine from mount but Tzeng is having none of it.
Kruth pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Kruth prevents Tzeng from getting the reversal.#SUB#
Kruth is working for a guillotine from mount but Tzeng frees his head quite easily.
Kruth tries to control but Tzeng wriggling away. #T3#
Tzeng keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kruth looking to control but Tzeng is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Tzeng is in all sorts of trouble here.
Kruth looking to control but Tzeng is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Kruth sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Kruth will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Kruth wants to take Tzeng's back but he can't do it this time. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Tzeng is looking to improve his position but Kruth isn't that keen on the idea.
Kruth avoids the attempt from Tzeng to control.
Tzeng is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Kruth has taken his back. #SUB#
Kruth is looking for a rear naked choke here but Tzeng reverses the position brilliantly into Kruth's guard!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kruth is on top in guard. #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Jorgen Kruth 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#
Kruth shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Tzeng sprawls well. Tzeng wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kruth gets slowly back to his feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kruth is defended easily by Tzeng.
Jorgen Kruth seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kruth has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jorgen Kruth. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Kruth shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Tzeng's guard.#SUB2#
Tzeng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kruth is aware though and is defending well.
Tzeng keeping moving, preventing Kruth from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kruth is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Tzeng is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Tzeng has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB2#
Tzeng drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Tzeng jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1##SUB2#
Tzeng drops back, looking for a kneebar! Kruth looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Kruth looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Kruth! #REVR#
Jorgen Kruth overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tzeng is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Kruth tries for a kimura but Tzeng is defending well.
Kruth trying to control the action but Tzeng is working from the bottom.
Kruth is trying to move to mount but Tzeng reverses beautifully and ends up in Kruth's guard. #T2#
Tzeng pushing down on Kruth's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Tzeng 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.
Kruth is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Tzeng's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Tzeng's back!
Tzeng is really stuck here.
Tzeng is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Kruth off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Kruth working for the choke. #T3#
Tzeng trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Will Kruth go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position? #SUB#
Kruth looking to break Tzeng's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Tzeng remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Kruth will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB#
Kruth has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Tzeng has hold of Kruth's leg, trying to break free but it's let Kruth lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Tzeng is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Kruth throws him to one side and jumps onto the cage to celebrate with his fans.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jorgen Kruth!
After the fight, Jorgen Kruth was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: DMMA 226 Makkonen vs Drake 2
Date: Aug 19, 2023

#R1#
Aggression scores with a hook.
Tzeng goes for a double leg but Aggression avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Aggression continues to drive forward.
Aggression looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tzeng goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Aggression tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Aggression escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A looping hook to the body misses from Aggression. Tzeng does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tzeng drops down looking for a counter takedown but Aggression sprawls and moves away.#CL#
Tzeng clinches up with Aggression and pushes him back against the cage.
Aggression misses with the head strike.
Tzeng has a couple of punches blocked by Aggression.
Aggression is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Aggression misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tzeng blocking some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aggression misses with a punch on the inside. #TD#
Tzeng gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Aggression regains guard. #SUB#
Tzeng has gone for a leg lock! Aggression slips out almost immediately though and dives into Tzeng's guard.#REVB#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Aggression trying to control the position from guard on top but Tzeng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1##SUB#
Tzeng is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Tzeng is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Aggression throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Tzeng throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Tzeng 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! Aggression rolls with it to try and escape but Tzeng cranks on the arm and Aggression is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Shu Fang Tzeng!
After winning the bout, Shu Fang Tzeng thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Micro Aggression stepped up to the mic, saying 'I don’t know if it was the referee or the judges, but bad call.'.

Event: DC 75 Davis vs Tzeng
Date: Jul 29, 2023

#R1#
Davis dips to his left and cracks Tzeng with an uppercut!
Davis jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tzeng shoots in for a takedown but Davis shows good takedown defense.
It looked like Davis was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tzeng.
Jab from Davis.
Tzeng misses with a takedown attempt - Davis sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Tzeng takes a jab right on the kisser.
Davis thuds his right hand into Tzeng's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tzeng walks into a jab.
Tzeng gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A left lands for Davis.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Davis connects with a jab.
Nice sprawl there from Davis as Tzeng shoots in.
Bryant Davis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shu Fang Tzeng.
Tzeng closes the distance and clinches up with Davis, looking for a takedown. Tzeng pushes Davis against the cage but Davis circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A little feinted left hand from Davis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Tzeng tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It looked like Davis wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tzeng closes this distance looking for a takedown but Davis circles away.
Davis connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tzeng's hands.
Davis connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tzeng's hands.
Shu Fang Tzeng seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tzeng wants to clinch
and Davis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tzeng tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tzeng ducks right into an uppercut from Davis.
Davis lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Davis defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tzeng.
Tzeng dives in for a single leg takedown but Davis sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Tzeng has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Davis finds it's way round the side to connect with Tzeng's head.
Davis circles away from the clinch attempt.
Decent striking displayed by Davis there.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Davis swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tzeng.#CL2#
Tzeng closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Davis pressing his opponent against the cage.
Davis gets underhooks to prevent Tzeng's takedown attempt. #BC#
Davis pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tzeng gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Davis.
Tzeng tries to close the distance and clinch up but Davis swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tzeng is defended easily by Davis.
Davis scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#T3#
Tzeng gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Davis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Davis looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Davis is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Tzeng ducks right into an uppercut from Davis.
Davis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#CL2#
Tzeng takes the fight into the clinch.
Davis leaning his opponent against the cage.
Davis lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tzeng backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Davis.
A nice left hand lands by Tzeng.
A short uppercut from Davis.
Davis prevents a takedown attempt there.
Tzeng tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Davis avoids it.#T4#
Davis working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Tzeng wants the takedown. Davis is fighting it off but Tzeng persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Davis's guard against the cage.
Davis pulls Tzeng in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Tzeng drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Tzeng jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Davis managing to control the position.
Davis looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tzeng is fighting to break Davis's control of his arms but Davis is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Tzeng drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Tzeng jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Tzeng drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Davis dives on top into guard.#REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bryant Davis dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Davis digs a good body shot into Tzeng's ribs.
A jab from Davis misses.
Tzeng shoots in looking for a takedown. Davis tries to sprawl out of it but Tzeng keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Davis manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Davis is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tzeng shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Davis as he jumps to the side.
Tzeng shoots in and drives through. Davis sprawls well.
A little feinted left hand from Davis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bryant Davis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shu Fang Tzeng.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Davis lands a lovely overhand right.
Davis bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tzeng's head.
Tzeng ducks under a wild hook from Davis.
A slow jab from Davis misses its intended target.
Davis loads up on a big right hand but Tzeng slips the punch.
Davis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tzeng can do to turn this around?#T1#
Davis throws an overhand right that lands on Tzeng's shoulder, as Tzeng tries to avoid the shot.
Tzeng shoots in looking for a takedown but Davis manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tzeng's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Davis throws a big shot that misses.
Tzeng on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Davis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Davis lands a really nice looking cross but Tzeng seems unphased.
Tzeng has his takedown stuffed
and Davis counters with a series of strikes. Tzeng will be more careful next time no doubt.
Jab by Davis.
Davis lands a jab to Tzeng's midsection.
Tzeng will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Tzeng shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Davis but Davis pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T2#
Tzeng throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Davis's waist but Davis gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tzeng off to one side.
Davis cracks Tzeng with a good jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tzeng shoots for a double leg takedown but Davis sprawls well. He's pushed Tzeng's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Davis is looking to counter punch.
Davis scores with a hook.
Davis jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tzeng darts in looking for a takedown but Davis gets double underhooks and turns Tzeng into the cage.
Tzeng shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Davis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A telegraphed right hand from Davis misses the target.
Tzeng with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Davis to score with a decent uppercut.
Jab by Davis.
Davis cracks Tzeng with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T3#
Davis stuffs the takedown.
Tzeng shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Davis as he jumps to the side.
A little feinted left hand from Davis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tzeng has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Davis moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tzeng ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tzeng misses with a takedown
and Davis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Davis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Davis lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tzeng moves forwards but Davis connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tzeng fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T4#
Tzeng closes this distance looking for a takedown but Davis circles away.
Davis scores with a nice right hand.
A low kick lands for Davis.
A big left from Davis misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Davis throws a hook but Tzeng avoids it easily.
Tzeng swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bryant Davis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Davis slaps away a takedown attempt from Tzeng, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Davis loads up on a big right hand but Tzeng slips the punch.
Davis fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Davis fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Davis throws out a loose jab but Tzeng uses good head movement to avoid it.
Davis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tzeng tries to counter with a clinch but Davis shakes him off and moves away.
Davis connects with a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bryant Davis dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Davis defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tzeng.
Davis fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Davis lands a jab to the head.
Davis misses with a straight right.
Davis throws a looping overhand right but Tzeng ducks down to avoid it.
Tzeng shoots for a double leg takedown but Davis sprawls well. He's pushed Tzeng's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Tzeng tries to clinch but Davis is having none of it.
Davis lands with a straight right. Tzeng didn't see that one coming.
Davis getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng walks into a jab.
Davis looks to land a left hand but Tzeng moved out of range nicely.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Davis!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Davis misses with a looping right.#T1#
Tzeng chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Davis can pounce on him.
Davis feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tzengs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Davis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Davis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tzeng is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Davis scores with a leg kick.
Tzeng misses with a takedown
and Davis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bryant Davis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shu Fang Tzeng.
Tzeng moves in looking to clinch but Davis pushes him off.
Davis is looking to counter punch.
Tzeng looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Davis is fending him off so far but Tzeng persists. Nope, Davis circles away and we're back to standing.
Tzeng uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Davis.
Nice uppercut lands for Davis. That snapped Tzeng's head back. #T2#
Davis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Davis misses with an uppercut. Tzeng saw that one coming.
Davis lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tzeng is looking to clinch.
Tzeng shoots in but Davis avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Davis is looking to counter punch.
Tzeng looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A solid leg kick lands there for Davis.
Davis fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Davis misses with a right hand #CL2#
and Tzeng moves into the clinch.
A short left from Davis.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Davis. #T3#
Davis lands with a left to the head. #BC#
Davis breaks from the clinch.
Tzeng tries to clinch there but Davis circles away.
Davis connects with a looping right hand.
Tzeng's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tzeng misses with a takedown
and Davis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Davis wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bryant Davis is winning the standup battle so far.
Davis lands a jab to the nose.
Tzeng shoots in for a takedown but Davis shows good takedown defense.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Davis, as that shot connected.
Tzeng throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Davis's waist but Davis gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tzeng off to one side.
Tzeng takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Davis smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tzeng's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Davis connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tzeng scrambles back to his feet.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tzeng walks into a straight right hand from Davis.
Tzeng shoots in but no luck this time.
A little feinted left hand from Davis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#TD2#
Tzeng shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Davis manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Davis controlling the position.#SUB2#
Tzeng drops back looking for a leg! Davis is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Davis manages to kick Tzeng off! Tzeng jumps back into Davis's guard.
Tzeng is fighting to break Davis's control of his arms but Davis is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bryant Davis clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Davis looks to land a left hand but Tzeng moved out of range nicely.
Tzeng wants to counter the offense by Davis and move into the clinch position.
Davis connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tzeng dives in and grabs Davis's left leg, looking for a takedown. Davis pushes down on Tzeng's head and hops out.
Tzeng tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Davis swivels and escapes.
Davis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tzeng takes one to the chin there.
Davis slaps away a takedown attempt from Tzeng, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Bryant Davis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shu Fang Tzeng.
Tzeng fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng misses with a takedown attempt - Davis sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Tzeng is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
A left lands for Davis.#T1#
Davis lunges at Tzeng with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tzeng's hand.
Tzeng moves out of range as Davis strikes.
A decent looking cross lands there for Davis.
Tzeng looks to clinch
and Davis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Davis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tzeng.
Tzeng closes this distance looking for a takedown but Davis circles away.
Davis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tzeng ducks under a wild hook from Davis.
Tzeng walks into a straight right hand from Davis.
Davis lands with a hook. Tzeng tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tzeng shoots in but no luck this time.
Tzeng avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tzeng tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tzeng dives in for a single leg takedown but Davis sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#T2#
Tzeng uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Davis.
Tzeng changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nice straight punches there by Davis. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Davis.
Tzeng misses with a takedown attempt
and Tzeng takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
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!
Davis connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Davis darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Davis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tzeng.
Davis throws a looping overhand right but Tzeng ducks down to avoid it.
Tzeng tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Davis counters with a nice uppercut.
Tzeng fails with the takedown.
An attempted straight right counter from Davis misses the target.#T3#
Davis thumps Tzeng with a low kick.
Davis with a hook.
Tzeng defending well as Davis loads up on a big left hand.
Tzeng takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tzeng walks into a left hand.
Tzeng misses with a takedown attempt - Davis sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Tzeng with a lazy takedown attempt
and Davis counters with a nice uppercut.
Davis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tzeng takes one to the side of the head.
Tzeng staying out of range there.#T4##TD2#
Tzeng shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Davis controlling the position for now.#SUB2#
Tzeng is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Davis sees it coming and defends easily.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Davis controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bryant Davis had his way with Shu Fang Tzeng in that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Tzeng moves away from the strike by Davis.
Davis lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tzeng shoots in but no luck this time.
Tzeng moves out of range of the strikes.
Davis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tzeng tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Davis defends well and Tzeng ends up having to push Davis into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Davis thumps Tzeng with a low kick.
Davis stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Davis wants it to stay on the feet.
Davis half committed to a counter leg kick.
Bryant Davis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shu Fang Tzeng.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A good leg kick by Davis.
Davis misses with a straight right.
A nice leg kick lands there from Davis.
Davis works Tzeng's body with a nice hook.#T1#
Tzeng needs to keep his hands up - Davis had a free shot at his head there.
Tzeng looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Davis darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A punch lands to the side of Tzeng 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Davis with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tzeng doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Davis counters with a nice uppercut.
Davis scores with a jab. Tzeng acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Davis lands a jab to the head.
Davis looks to throw the jab but Tzeng is out of range. #T2#
Tzeng takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Davis lands a lovely overhand right.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Davis connects with the punch.
Tzeng wants to clinch but Davis slips to the side
and Davis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jab, jab by Davis - just one landing.
Tzeng is looking to clinch but Davis is avoiding it.
Tzeng drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tzeng shoots for a double leg takedown but Davis sprawls well. He's pushed Tzeng's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Tzeng looks for a takedown but Davis sprawls well.
Nice defenses there by Tzeng.
Tzeng bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
Tzeng shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Davis defends it nicely.
Davis throws out a powerful jab.
Shu Fang Tzeng has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Davis tests Tzeng's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tzeng is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
The fighters circle momentarily. Davis darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tzeng takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T4#
Tzeng with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Davis to score with a decent uppercut.
Davis scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tzeng shoots in but no luck this time.
Tzeng fails with a takedown attempt.
Davis feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Davis scores with a decent looking hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tzeng closes the distance but Davis moves to the side
and Davis counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Davis lands a glancing blow to the side of Tzeng's head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 50:41
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 50:41
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 50:41

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bryant Davis!
Bryant Davis retains his bantamweight title!
Bryant Davis tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
The defeated Shu Fang Tzeng had this to say: 'It Is What It Is. Maybe Its Time To Gain Some Pounds And See What I Can Do At 145 For The First Time In My Career I Think Thats What I'll Do'.

Event: DC 70 Sicarius vs Azarola
Date: Jul 16, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Tzeng darts in and clinches Ziegler up against the cage.
Tzeng lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ziegler backwards. #BC#
Ziegler breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ziegler throws a head kick that misses.
Tzeng tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tzeng doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Tzeng takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD2#
Tzeng throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Ziegler was covering up waiting for the punch and Tzeng finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Tzeng jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Tzeng postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Ziegler is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Tzeng, into his guard. #REVR#
Tzeng is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Tzeng working for a triangle but Ziegler defends it easily. #SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a triangle but Ziegler pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Tzeng is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ziegler content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Tzeng escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ziegler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Ziegler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ziegler showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T3##SUB2#
Tzeng had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ziegler defends it easily.#SUB2#
Tzeng has his foot on Ziegler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ziegler works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Tzeng working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Ziegler has passed into half guard!
Tzeng is pressing down on Ziegler's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Tzeng looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Ziegler has picked Tzeng up and slammed him! Tzeng can't keep hold of the triangle and Ziegler manages to pass to side control!
Tzeng tries to buck Ziegler off but Ziegler is having none of it.
Tzeng can't do much from the bottom here.
Tzeng being controlled for a moment.
Tzeng is trying to control Ziegler's posture but Ziegler avoids it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tzeng is looking to reverse the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shu Fang Tzeng dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Tzeng takes a kick to the side of the head.#CUT#It looks like Shu Fang Tzeng has been cut.
Tzeng shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD2#
Tzeng shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Tzeng pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ziegler is keeping the position for now.
Tzeng won't allow Ziegler to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Tzeng drops back, looking for a kneebar! Ziegler looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Ziegler looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Ziegler! #REVR#
Tzeng tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ziegler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T1#
Tzeng struggling a bit here.
A lull in the action here as Ziegler stalls from top position.
Tzeng manages to get back to half guard.
Tzeng tries to get to full guard but Ziegler has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Tzeng looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Tzeng is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ziegler pulls his head out easily.
Shu Fang Tzeng has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tzeng trying to hold on to Ziegler's head to control him but Ziegler postures up.
Tzeng moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Tzeng escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ziegler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Tzeng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ziegler is aware though and is defending well.#T3##SUB2#
Tzeng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ziegler is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Tzeng has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ziegler can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Tzeng had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ziegler defends it easily.#SUB2#
Tzeng working for a triangle but Ziegler defends it easily. #SUB2#
Tzeng escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ziegler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Tzeng looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Ziegler has picked Tzeng up and slammed him! Tzeng can't keep hold of the triangle and Ziegler manages to pass to side control!
Tzeng tries to buck Ziegler off but Ziegler is having none of it.
Ziegler controls the position from side control.
Tzeng can't do much from the bottom here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Shu Fang Tzeng will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Shu Fang Tzeng's cut.
That's time! Ziegler's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Tzeng tries to clinch but Ziegler moves away
and Ziegler counters with an outside leg kick.
Ziegler scores with the left hand. Tzeng knows he should have avoided that one.
Ziegler lands with a cross.
Tzeng tries to clinch up but Ziegler circles away and keeps his distance.
Ziegler quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Tzeng goes for a double leg but Ziegler avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ziegler continues to drive forward.
Ziegler throws out a powerful jab.
Ziegler with a hook.
Tzeng doesn't manage to clinch there - Ziegler circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Ziegler counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC#Tzeng is rocked!
Tzeng walks into a jab.
Tzeng is still on wobbly legs! Can Ziegler finish him?#T1#
Ziegler slaps away a takedown attempt from Tzeng, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A little feinted left hand from Ziegler on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mike Ziegler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shu Fang Tzeng.
Tzeng tries to close the distance and clinch but Ziegler swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tzeng seems to have recovered his senses.
Ziegler scores with a spinning back kick!
Ziegler scores with a shot to the body.
Tzeng takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tzeng changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ziegler tries to avoid it but Tzeng manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ziegler to the ground. Ziegler escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ziegler half committed to a counter leg kick.
Tzeng needs to keep his hands up - Ziegler had a free shot at his head there.
A solid leg kick lands there for Ziegler.
Ziegler swats away the attempt to clinch by Tzeng.
Mike Ziegler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##TD2#
Tzeng scores with a takedown into Ziegler's guard.#SUB2#
Tzeng drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Ziegler dives on top into guard.#REVR#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tzeng is trying to keep Ziegler in close. #SUB2#
Tzeng is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ziegler is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3##SUB2#
Ziegler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ziegler stays in close to Tzeng's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a triangle here but Ziegler uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Ziegler gets to mount! Tzeng was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Tzeng is trying to escape the mount.
Tzeng manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Tzeng wants to get back to full guard.
Ziegler seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tzeng does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ziegler is thwarting Tzeng's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Tzeng looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ziegler throwing shots but Tzeng is blocking nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mike Ziegler showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Tzeng 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Shu Fang Tzeng!
A determined Shu Fang Tzeng didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!

Event: DMMA 205 Alyoshin vs Mahmut
Date: Jun 21, 2023

#R1#
Reaper circles away from the clinch attempt
and Reaper counters with a straight right hand.
Tzeng tries for a takedown but Reaper circles away easily
and Reaper counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice cross by Reaper.
Reaper throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tzeng throws out a counter right but Reaper avoids it with no problem.
Reaper is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Tzeng tries for a takedown but Reaper sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Tzeng will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Jake Reaper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shu Fang Tzeng.
Tzeng goes for a double leg but Reaper avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Reaper continues to drive forward.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng darts in looking for a takedown but Reaper gets double underhooks and turns Tzeng into the cage.
Nice shot by Reaper.
Reaper jabs Tzeng right on the nose. Tzeng blinks but takes it well.
Reaper connects with a high kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tzeng shoots and misses
and Reaper counters with a nice body kick. #T1#
Tzeng takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jake Reaper is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2#
Tzeng throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Reaper tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Tzeng is in Reaper's guard.
Reaper pulls Tzeng in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Tzeng thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Reaper looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Tzeng sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Reaper's guard.
Reaper is looking to improve his position. #T2##SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Reaper defends it well. #SUB2#
Tzeng is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Reaper has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#SUB2#
Tzeng is working for a kimura here but Reaper manages to reverse the position and he's now in Tzeng's guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng working for a triangle but Reaper defends it easily.
Reaper controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Reaper knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Tzeng on the ground.#T3##SUB2#
Tzeng has his foot on Reaper's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Reaper works his way back into a safe position though.
Reaper controls from within his opponent's guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Reaper is pushing down on Tzeng's leg trying to pass to half guard. Tzeng is fighting to maintain full guard but Reaper has managed to sneak the leg through.
Reaper will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Reaper trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Tzeng actively working from the bottom here.
Reaper content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Tzeng moves into full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Reaper stopping the sweep attempt from Tzeng.#SUB2#
Tzeng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Reaper is aware though and is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jake Reaper dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Reaper thuds his right hand into Tzeng's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Reaper lands with a shot to the body.
Reaper bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tzeng fails to land the takedown.
Reaper slaps away a takedown attempt from Tzeng, before circling back to the center of the mat.
It looked like Reaper wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Reaper is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#TD2#
Reaper gets caught flat footed, as Tzeng shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Tzeng is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Reaper is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Reaper has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T1##SUB2#
Tzeng looking for a guillotine here but Reaper defends easily. #SUB2#
Reaper has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Tzeng to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Reaper is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Tzeng pulls down on the head and he's put Reaper to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Shu Fang Tzeng!
A pretty intense looking Shu Fang Tzeng took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.

Event: DMMA 196 Outback vs Klimenko
Date: May 21, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Tzeng. #SUB2#
Tzeng wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bottles, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Tzeng working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Bottles is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Tzeng off and has taken his back!
You can see the frustration on Tzeng's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Tzeng is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Bottles throwing sloppy strikes. #T1#
Tzeng tries to escape the position.
Tzeng has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Bottles.
Tzeng is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Tzeng avoids the strikes from Bottles.
Even with his hooks in, Bottles manages to miss with strikes from the back.
Bottles will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Tzeng is in bad spot here.
Bottles seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Bottles is not going to allow Tzeng to sit and survive in this position.
Bottles keeps control of the position as Tzeng tries to break free.
Bottles somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back.
Tzeng covering up well under a barage of strikes. #T2#
Bottles punches the canvas rather than the man.
Bottles throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
Tzeng has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Bottles.
Tzeng covering up well under a barage of strikes.
Bottles doesn't have the hooks in and Tzeng manages to turn into his guard.
Bottles trying to keep a closed guard but Tzeng is proving a slippery customer.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bottles is on top in guard. #REVR#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Bottles throwing strikes but missing.
Bottles is pushing down on Tzeng's leg trying to pass to half guard. Tzeng is fighting to maintain full guard but Bottles has managed to sneak the leg through.#T3##SUB2#
Tzeng actively working from the bottom here.
Tzeng wants to get back to full guard.
Bottles wants to free his trapped foot but Tzeng is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Tzeng is not content to let Bottles control the position.
Tzeng regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Bottles.
Bottles throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tzeng works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Tzeng has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bottles can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Tzeng working for a triangle but Bottles defends it easily. #SUB2#
Tzeng looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Bottles has picked Tzeng up and slammed him! Tzeng can't keep hold of the triangle and Bottles manages to pass to side control!#T4#
Bottles looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Tzeng is avoiding damage well.
Tzeng tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bottles working away.
Bottles in side control, throwing shots but Tzeng defends.
Tzeng is not content to let Bottles control the position.
Tzeng is looking for a sweep.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Henny Bottles 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#
Bottles clinches up with Tzeng and pushes him back against the cage.
Bottles scores with a knee to the head.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Bottles won't allow it.
Bottles throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Bottles throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#TD2#
Tzeng lands a nice trip takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bottles has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bottles doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tzeng.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bottles has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tzeng is working away from the top position though.#T1#
Bottles is trying to stand up here but Tzeng is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura here.
Bottles trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Tzeng wants to work for an arm triangle but Bottles is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura but Bottles is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tzeng to get the leverage. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Tzeng is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bottles has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Tzeng is working for a submission of some sort.
Tzeng stops Bottles from getting back to his feet.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Tzeng is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Tzeng seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Bottles has recovered full guard.
Tzeng stands and throws Bottles's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Bottles's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bottles is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tzeng can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Tzeng is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bottles is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Bottles tries to escape back to his feet but Tzeng has kept hold of him... Oh, now he's got Bottles's back and is looking for the choke... Is it? Is it sunk in? YES! Bottles is tapping! Tzeng saw the opportunity and took it - ruthless!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.

Event: DMMA 186 McCain vs Martin
Date: Apr 19, 2023

#R1##TD#
Tzeng drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB#
Tzeng drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Sanders manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Tzeng has Sanders in his guard.#REVB#
Tzeng keeping moving, preventing Sanders from controlling successfully.
Sanders might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Tzeng haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Tzeng throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tzeng looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sanders is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sanders stays in close to Tzeng's body and controls the position. #T1##SUB#
Tzeng is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sanders trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tzeng wants to sweep here but Sanders controlling him for the moment.
Tzeng is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Tzeng had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sanders defends it easily.
Sanders with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
Sanders throws a sloppy strike and Tzeng has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Sanders is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Tzeng!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Our winner, Shu Fang Tzeng, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
Bernie Sanders spoke after the fight, saying 'COME ON! FU@#$ ALL JUDGES!!! I WON!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 13, 2023

#R1#
Tzeng leaves Gonshiro with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Tzeng pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Gonshiro throwing a counter right hand but Tzeng manages to avoid it.
Gonshiro looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD2#
Tzeng bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Gonshiro tries to bench press Tzeng off him but Tzeng keeps the position.
Tzeng tries to move to mount but Gonshiro blocks the move with his legs. #SUB2#
Tzeng is working to tighten his grip on Gonshiro's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Gonshiro has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Tzeng is really squeezing tight and eventually Gonshiro passes out! Tzeng breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: BB 86 - Roos vs White 2
Date: Dec 03, 2022

Shu Fang Tzeng really struggled with his weight cut for this fight. After coming in at 143.0, he had two hours to cut the additional weight. He was unable to do so and as a result, his fight with Tekashi Six Nine was cancelled.

Event: BB 83 - Virus vs Keji
Date: Nov 12, 2022

#R1##KD#
Frost lands a left and a right that send Tzeng crashing to the mat, dazed. Frost thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#CUT#It looks like Shu Fang Tzeng has been cut.
Frost uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tzeng has time to react.#ROC#Tzeng is rocked!
Frost looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Frost misses with a double jab #TD2#
and Tzeng counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Tzeng is still in real trouble! Can Frost finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Frost wants to get back to his feet.
Tzeng seems to have recovered his senses.#SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Tzeng wants to work for an arm triangle but Frost is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Tzeng stops Frost from getting back to his feet.
Frost missing with punches from the bottom.
Frost trying to control from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Tzeng maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Frost could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Tzeng has cracked it and Frost is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Tzeng!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Robert Frost spoke after the fight, saying 'Next time...'.

Event: SMASH: Gunn vs River
Date: Oct 16, 2022

#R1#
Tzeng takes a kick to the side of the head.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Tzeng. #SUB#
Tzeng is trying to get an arm triangle but Kazimierz is defending well.
Kazimierz 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.
Kazimierz manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Tzeng is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kazimierz is just riding it out for now. Tzeng eventually gives up the hold.
Tzeng trying to control from half guard but Kazimierz is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kazimierz wants to control but Tzeng is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Kazimierz might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Tzeng haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Tzeng is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kazimierz wants to get back to full guard.
Kazimierz tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Kazimierz is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura but Kazimierz is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tzeng to get the leverage.
Kazimierz regains full guard. Nicely done.
Tzeng trying to control the position from guard on top but Kazimierz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Tzeng slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Tzeng tries for a kimura but Kazimierz is defending well. #SUB#
Tzeng looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Tzeng working away.
Kazimierz is looking for a sweep.#T3##SUB#
Tzeng wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kazimierz, who protects the arm well.
Kazimierz sneaks back into half guard.
Kazimierz wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Tzeng seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Kazimierz is defending against the submission attempts here by Tzeng.
Kazimierz gets back to full guard. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Kazimierz trying to control the position.
Kazimierz keeping full guard, as Tzeng tries to pass. #SUB#
Tzeng thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Tzeng stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kazimierz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tzeng trying to control the position from guard on top but Kazimierz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kazimierz connects with a nice looking jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Shu Fang Tzeng will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD#
Kazimierz tries to sprawl but Tzeng drives through with a takedown into half guard.

Kazimierz kicks Tzeng off and gets back to his feet.
Kazimierz lands a head kick. Tzeng smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #TD#
Tzeng shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Kazimierz is trying to defend but Tzeng finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.

Kazimierz manages to escape and get back to his feet!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Tzeng gets the takedown into side control.
Tzeng wants to control but Kazimierz is keeping him busy.
Tzeng tries to advance to mount but Kazimierz denies him. #SUB#
Tzeng thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Kazimierz tries to buck Tzeng off but Tzeng is having none of it.#T1#
Tzeng working away.
Tzeng taking a break here but Kazimierz is having none of it and regains half guard. #SUB#
Tzeng seems to be working for a kimura but Kazimierz defends the submission attempt.
Tzeng wants to control but Kazimierz is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Tzeng seems to be looking for submissions.
Kazimierz is concentrating on defense, preventing Tzeng from advancing position. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kazimierz is trying to stand back up but Tzeng is controlling him
Kazimierz works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kazimierz wants to sweep here but Tzeng controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Tzeng is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Tzeng is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Kazimierz is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Kazimierz has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Kazimierz controlling from the top position.
Kazimierz lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T3#
Tzeng looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tzeng keeping moving, preventing Kazimierz from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Tzeng working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kazimierz doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kazimierz manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Aleksander Kazimierz has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Tzeng had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kazimierz defends it easily.
Tzeng has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Kazimierz postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kazimierz stays in close to Tzeng's body and controls the position.
Kazimierz lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a triangle but Kazimierz pushes his legs off easily.
Kazimierz is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kazimierz stands and throws Tzeng's legs to the side, diving into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aleksander Kazimierz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Kazimierz darts in and clinches Tzeng up against the cage.
Kazimierz misses with a hook to the ribs. #TD2#
Kazimierz successfully pulls guard.
Kazimierz bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tzeng's guard. #REVB#
Tzeng is trying to control the position but Kazimierz postures up. #SUB#
Tzeng looking for a guillotine here but Kazimierz defends easily.
Tzeng trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng wants to sweep here but Kazimierz controlling him for the moment.
Kazimierz wants to control from the top but Tzeng keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Tzeng has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kazimierz can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SU2#
Tzeng is working an open guard so Kazimierz takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Tzeng looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tzeng circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Kazimierz rushes Tzeng and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Kazimierz breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A right-left combo lands from Kazimierz.
Tzeng takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Kazimierz tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tzeng defends well and Kazimierz ends up having to push Tzeng into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Tzeng changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD#
Tzeng drives through with a takedown into Kazimierz's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.

Kazimierz is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kazimierz is trying to force a seperation but Tzeng has the dominant position.#BC2#
Kazimierz's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kazimierz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kazimierz shoots for a double leg takedown but Tzeng sprawls well. He's pushed Kazimierz's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Kazimierz jabs Tzeng to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kazimierz shoots in but no luck this time.
Shu Fang Tzeng has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksander Kazimierz.#TD#
Kazimierz gets caught flat footed, as Tzeng shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.

Kazimierz pushes Tzeng off and gets back to his feet.
Good standup being displayed there by Kazimierz as he connects with a hook.#TD#
Tzeng shoots in and bounces Kazimierz off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.

Kazimierz uses the cage to get back to his feet. #T3##TD#
Tzeng gets the takedown into side control.

Kazimierz bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#TD2#
Kazimierz closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Tzeng did well to prevent Kazimierz getting side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Tzeng actively working from the bottom here.
Tzeng wants to control but Kazimierz is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tzeng has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kazimierz is working away from the top position though.#T4#
Kazimierz trying to control the action but Tzeng is working from the bottom.
Kazimierz is controlling the pace.
Tzeng wants to control but Kazimierz is keeping busy. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kazimierz pulls his head out easily.
Tzeng makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tzeng.#SUB#
Tzeng working for a triangle but Kazimierz defends it easily.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 28:29
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: SMASH: Edmond vs Torsten 4
Date: Oct 02, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Helix throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Tzeng tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Helix is in Tzeng's guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Tzeng's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Tzeng working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Helix has passed into half guard!
Helix not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Helix working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Helix trying to control from half guard but Tzeng is working away. #SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back.
Helix not doing much here. #T1#
Helix sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tzeng defending well though.
Well, if Helix 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. #SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back.
Helix is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Tzeng is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Helix pulls his head out easily.
Helix is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Helix drops an elbow to the side of Tzeng's head.
Helix with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back.
Helix content to control rather than advance.
Tzeng is staying active underneath Helix, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Tzeng looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Tzeng is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Helix pulls his head out easily. #T3#
Well, if Helix 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.
Helix looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Tzeng with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Helix is keen to just control but Tzeng is a slippery customer.
Helix slips a nice elbow through Tzeng's hands, connecting with Tzeng's forehead.
Helix is keen to just control but Tzeng is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back.
Helix wants to pass the guard but Tzeng is defending well. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back.
Helix looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Tzeng is refusing to be controlled, as Helix sits in half guard. #SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Tzeng is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Helix pulls his head out easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bryce Helix dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Helix lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tzeng darts in trying to clinch
and Helix counters with an outside leg kick.
Helix with a nice calf kick.
Helix slips under a jab.
Nice takedown defense from Helix. No joy for Tzeng on that attempt.
Tzeng misses with a body shot
and Helix counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng throws a looping overhand right but Helix ducks down to avoid it.
Helix keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tzeng looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Tzeng takes one on the button.#T1#
Tzeng fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tzeng tries to close the distance and clinch but Helix swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tzeng misses with a looping left.
Tzeng looks to throw the jab but Helix is out of range.
Helix listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CUT2#It looks like Shu Fang Tzeng has been cut.
Tzeng stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Helix.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Helix lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Tzeng has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tzeng and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tzeng tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Helix manages to circle out of the way.#CL2#
Helix gets a clinch.
Tzeng tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Helix smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Helix bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T2##CL2#
Helix clinches up with Tzeng and pushes him back against the cage.
Helix gets through Tzeng's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Helix digs a right hand into Tzeng's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tzeng's gas tank. #BC2#
Helix breaks from the clinch.
Tzeng falls off balance throwing a combination
and Helix cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice takedown defense from Helix. No joy for Tzeng on that attempt.
Helix avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD#
Tzeng shoots in and gets a takedown into Helix's guard.
Helix has Tzeng pulled in close to control his posture.
Tzeng postures up.
Helix keeping full guard, as Tzeng tries to pass.
Tzeng is looking to work some ground and pound but Helix has wrist control.#T3#
Helix looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tzeng is one step ahead there.
Helix really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tzeng. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Tzeng throws a big elbow that misses.
Tzeng is fighting to break Helix's control of his arms but Helix is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Helix lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Helix content to stall in guard here.
Helix throws a big elbow that misses. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Helix working some strikes from top position.#SUB#
Helix got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tzeng has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Helix has managed to get both his arms back between Tzeng's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a triangle but Helix pushes his legs off easily.
Helix showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Tzeng has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Helix can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Helix must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Helix stays in close to Tzeng's body and controls the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bryce Helix showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Shu Fang Tzeng's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Tzeng with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Helix to score with a decent uppercut.
Helix scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tzeng doesn't seem bothered though.
Helix has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tzeng fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Helix connects with a body shot that sends Tzeng's belly button to the back.
Helix stuffs the takedown.
Tzeng shoots for a takedown but Helix saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. 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.
Tzeng is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Helix.
Tzeng stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Helix.
Jab from Helix.
Tzeng takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
Tzeng throws a right hand that Helix ducks under and follows up with a left that Helix also avoids with ease.
Tzeng tries for a takedown but Helix sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Helix wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Helix lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tzeng at a distance.
A nice leg kick from Helix, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tzeng tries for a takedown but Helix circles away easily
and Helix counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Helix slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tzeng ducks right into an uppercut from Helix.
Bryce Helix seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Helix lands a jab to the head. #ROC2#Tzeng is rocked!
Tzeng looks to land a combination but Helix avoids it well.
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!
Helix thuds a left hand into Tzeng's body.
Helix lands a nice shot to the body. #T2#
Helix fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tzeng on the side of the head.
Tzeng chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Helix can pounce on him.
Helix scores with a punch to the head.
Oh Tzeng is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Shu Fang Tzeng seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Helix fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A good leg kick by Helix.
Helix dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Helix slips under a jab.#KD2#
Helix drops Tzeng with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Tzeng looks back up at him and smiles so Helix waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #CUT2#Shu Fang Tzeng's cut is getting worse.#TD2#
Helix lands a huge takedown. Tzeng is out but the ref is slow to react and Helix lands 3 more undefended punches before the fight is stopped. Brutal finish. Tzeng lies on the canvas for a good minute before the doctors bring him round. Good to see he's OK.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bryce Helix!

Event: SMASH: Higgins vs Torsten
Date: Sep 17, 2022

#R1#
Gunn keeps the fight on the outside.
An attempted straight right counter from Gunn misses the target.
Tzeng tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Gunn stuffs the takedown.
Tzeng on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CUT#It looks like Shu Fang Tzeng has been cut.
Gunn looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD2#
Tzeng fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Gunn sprawls well initially but Tzeng persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng seems to be working for a kimura but Gunn defends the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Tzeng 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.#SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura but Gunn is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tzeng to get the leverage. #T1##SUB2#
Tzeng 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. #SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura but Gunn is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tzeng to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Gunn is defending against the submission attempts here by Tzeng.
Gunn pushes Tzeng off looking to stand but Tzeng dives back in and keeps control. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gunn doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tzeng.
Gunn is looking to escape.#SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gunn doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tzeng. #SUB2#
Tzeng is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gunn has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3#
Gunn is trying to stand back up but Tzeng is controlling him #SUB2#
Tzeng is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Tzeng is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura but Gunn is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tzeng to get the leverage.
Gunn tries to kick Tzeng off but Tzeng keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Gunn throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Gunn misses with a looping right.
Gunn sets himself, and Tzeng steps forward looking for the clinch! Gunn avoids it this time.
Tzeng steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gunn.
Tzeng wants to counter the offense by Gunn and move into the clinch position.#CL2#
Tzeng clinches up with Gunn and pushes him back against the cage.
Gunn lands a nice uppercut.#BC#
Gunn breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tzeng slips under a jab from Gunn.
Tzeng tries to clinch but Gunn moves out of range.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Gunn. Tzeng does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tzeng avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rex Gunn dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shu Fang Tzeng's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Tzeng tries to clinch
and Tzeng takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tzeng takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tzeng takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Gunn lands with a shot to the body.
Gunn throws out a loose jab but Tzeng uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gunn throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Tzeng counters with a takedown into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Tzeng working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Gunn pushes Tzeng away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Tzeng gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T1#
Tzeng tries to move to full mount but Gunn actually manages to regain half guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng is working for a submission of some sort.
Gunn wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Gunn makes his way to full guard, as Tzeng worked for a kimura. #SUB2#
Tzeng drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Gunn manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Tzeng has Gunn in his guard.#REVR##T2##SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a triangle here but Gunn uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Tzeng is trying to get back to half guard.
Gunn tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Tzeng is trying to get back to half guard.
Tzeng is still trying to improve position.#T3#
Tzeng felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Gunn wants to stand but Tzeng has his arm trapped.
Tzeng is trying to improve his position.
Gunn tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Tzeng is trying to get back to half guard.
Gunn tries to stand but Tzeng is controlling his head.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tzeng is trying to improve his position.
Gunn wants to stand but Tzeng has his arm trapped. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Gunn connects with a right hand. Tzeng shakes it off.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tzeng avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rex Gunn dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Shu Fang Tzeng's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Tzeng shoots in but no luck this time.
Gunn looks to throw the jab but Tzeng is out of range.
Gunn throws the left hand but Tzeng avoids the punch easily.
Tzeng slips a straight right by Gunn.
Gunn scores with a body shot.
Tzeng misses with a takedown attempt - Gunn sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Gunn is looking to counter punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Tzeng bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#T1#
Gunn is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Gunn defending against the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Tzeng wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gunn, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Tzeng swings around for an armbar but Gunn sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Tzeng's guard.
Gunn has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Gunn would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Gunn escapes and throws Tzeng's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Shu Fang Tzeng has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Shu Fang Tzeng has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
Tzeng is trying to get back to half guard.
Gunn tries to stand but Tzeng is controlling his head.
Tzeng is trying to improve his position.
Gunn tries to stand but Tzeng is controlling his head. #T3#
Tzeng is looking to regain half guard here but Gunn keeps moving and retains side control.
Tzeng gets back to half guard.
Tzeng gets back to full guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gunn is looking to stand up but Tzeng won't let him. #SUB2#
Tzeng escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gunn gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gunn defends well.
Gunn wanted to stand there but Tzeng had control of the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A big left from Gunn misses.
Gunn throws a looping overhand right but Tzeng ducks down to avoid it.
Tzeng wants to counter with a clinch but Gunn pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Horrible takedown attempt by Tzeng or perhaps it was just good defense by Gunn, which made it look bad.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rex Gunn showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Gunn, 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 Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rex Gunn!
Our winner, Rex Gunn, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: SMASH: Kowalkiewicz v Shabazz
Date: Aug 26, 2022

#R1#
Paveto uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tzeng has time to react.
Tzeng uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Paveto.
Tzeng changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tzeng avoids the body shot from Paveto.
Paveto defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tzeng.
Tzeng shoots in looking for a takedown. Paveto tries to sprawl out of it but Tzeng keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Paveto manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Tzeng moves out of range as Paveto strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Paveto misses the target.
Tzeng tries to counter with a clinch but Paveto shakes him off and moves away.
Paveto misses with a few strikes there.
Tzeng moves out of range as Paveto strikes.
Tzeng is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T1#
The fighters circling - Paveto throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Paveto lands a glancing blow to the side of Tzeng's head.
Some wild striking there from Paveto.
Tzeng throws a hook but Paveto avoids it easily.
We've been told by Paveto's head coaches at St Petersburg MMA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Tzeng slips a straight right by Paveto.
Paveto tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tzeng was well out of range. Poor timing from Paveto.#TD2#
Tzeng bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Paveto has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Paveto has escaped the position, nice work there. #T2##SUB2#
Tzeng is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Paveto is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Paveto has escaped the position, nice work there.
Paveto gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #T3#
Paveto stops Tzeng from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Tzeng looking to control but Paveto is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Tzeng looking for a guillotine from mount but Paveto is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tzeng fails to move to back control.
Tzeng can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Paveto is looking to escape.
Tzeng might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Paveto haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tzeng controlling from mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Joro Paveto will probably get the nod.
That's time! Paveto's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Paveto stuns Tzeng with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Paveto keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tzeng looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Paveto is fending him off so far but Tzeng persists. Nope, Paveto circles away and we're back to standing.
It looked like Paveto wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Paveto throws a jab but it's blocked by Tzeng.
Tzeng tries for a takedown but Paveto circles away easily
and Paveto counters with a left to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng shoots in for a takedown but Paveto shows good takedown defense.
An attempted straight right counter from Paveto misses the target.
Joro Paveto has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shu Fang Tzeng.
Paveto looks to land a left hand but Tzeng moved out of range nicely.
Tzeng tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tzeng on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T1#
Tzeng avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Paveto swings for the body but Tzeng moves out of range.
Tzeng steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Paveto.
Tzeng misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Paveto was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tzeng misses with a takedown
and Paveto counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tzeng ducks under a wild hook from Paveto.
Tzeng tries to counter with a clinch but Paveto shakes him off and moves away.
Paveto fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Joro Paveto is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice takedown defense from Paveto. No joy for Tzeng on that attempt.
A little feinted left hand from Paveto on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
Paveto misses the shot to the body.
Joro Paveto is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Tzeng moves into the clinch successfully. #TD2#
Tzeng successfully pulls guard.
Tzeng is trying to keep Paveto in close. #SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Paveto passes into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Tzeng trying to hold on to Paveto's head to control him but Paveto postures up. #T3#
Paveto trying to control from half guard but Tzeng is working away.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Paveto looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Tzeng wants to control but Paveto is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Tzeng wants to get back to full guard but Paveto has passed into side control.
Tzeng is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Paveto off and has taken his back!#T4##SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for the choke from the back position but Paveto is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Tzeng working for the choke.
Tzeng wants to control but Paveto is keeping busy.
Tzeng biding his time, looking for the opening. #SUB2#
Paveto defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Tzeng's arms.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Paveto defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Tzeng's arms.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joro Paveto dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Paveto connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tzeng's hands.
Tzeng keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Paveto connects with a body shot.
Paveto misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng blocks a jab.
Tzeng tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Paveto paws at him with a jab and circles away.#TD2#
Tzeng closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #T1#
Tzeng is keen to just control but Paveto is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Paveto is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tzeng can do to turn this around?
Paveto is in trouble now - Tzeng has advanced to mount!
Shu Fang Tzeng has got the better of the ground game so far.
Paveto wants to control but Tzeng is having none of it.
Paveto is desperately trying to improve his position but Tzeng has a good base and remains in mount.
Shu Fang Tzeng has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Tzeng working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB2#
Tzeng is working for a guillotine from mount but Paveto frees his head quite easily.
Tzeng content just to control the position here.
Tzeng trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3#
Paveto is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Tzeng pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Joro Paveto is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB2#
Tzeng looking to isolate an arm here. Paveto doesn't see it coming and as Tzeng extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by Tzeng!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Shu Fang Tzeng!
After winning the bout, Shu Fang Tzeng thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: SMASH: Menshikov vs Kohler
Date: Jul 31, 2022

#R1#
Tzeng shoots in but no luck this time.
Big Mouth is looking to counter punch.
We've been told by Big Mouth's head coaches at FIGHT FOUNDERS (CA) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Tzeng on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CUT#It looks like Shu Fang Tzeng has been cut.
Tzeng gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Big Mouth counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Big Mouth pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nice sprawl there from Big Mouth as Tzeng shoots in.
Big Mouth seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Yasha Big Mouth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shu Fang Tzeng.
Big Mouth comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Tzeng or perhaps it was just good defense by Big Mouth, which made it look bad.
Big Mouth with the inside leg kick. #T1#
Big Mouth lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tzeng steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Big Mouth. That one must have hurt.
Big Mouth lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tzeng fails with a takedown attempt.
Big Mouth ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tzeng moves away.
Big Mouth throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Big Mouth scores with a head kick. #T2#
Big Mouth jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD2#
Big Mouth gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Tzeng to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tzeng wants to control from the top but Big Mouth keeps moving.
Tzeng stopping the sweep attempt from Big Mouth.
Tzeng 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.
Tzeng stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Big Mouth swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Tzeng wants to control from the top but Big Mouth keeps moving.
Big Mouth keeping full guard, as Tzeng tries to pass.
Tzeng wants to control from the top but Big Mouth keeps moving.
Tzeng tries to free his leg and advance position but Big Mouth is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Big Mouth leaves Tzeng with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Big Mouth with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Big Mouth throws a hook but Tzeng avoids it easily.
Tzeng is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Big Mouth lands a nice hook to Tzeng's body. Tzeng takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tzeng closes the distance and clinches up with Big Mouth, looking for a takedown. Tzeng pushes Big Mouth against the cage but Big Mouth circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
No luck for Tzeng with that takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yasha Big Mouth dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shu Fang Tzeng's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Big Mouth just misses with a punch to the body.
Big Mouth lands with an overhand left.
Big Mouth throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #ROC#Tzeng is rocked!
Big Mouth throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Big Mouth lets his hands go wild with a nice combination. Left! Right! Uppercut! Spinning backfist! Tzeng goes down and covers up as Big Mouth starts wailing on him! The ref watches the action closely before stepping in and putting a stop to the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Yasha Big Mouth!
During a confident post fight interview, Yasha Big Mouth thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: WCF 116: Rockefeller v Wallace
Date: Mar 19, 2022

#R1##CL#
Tzeng clinches with his opponent.
Tzeng jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Mahesa walks away with a smile on his face. Tzeng gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Tzeng closes the distance and clinches.
Mahesa misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mahesa is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Tzeng looking to stall.
Mahesa keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tzeng's efforts to push away.
Mahesa lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Mahesa gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Tzeng. #TD#
Tzeng has clasped his hands together around Mahesa's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #SUB#
Tzeng is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Mahesa is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Tzeng tries for a kimura but Mahesa is defending well. #T1#
Tzeng taking a breather here. #SUB#
Tzeng wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Mahesa, who protects the arm well.
Tzeng wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mahesa keeps working.
Mahesa is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Tzeng asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Mahesa tries to buck Tzeng off but Tzeng is having none of it.#SUB#
Tzeng is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Mahesa knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Mahesa tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Tzeng working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T3#
Tzeng is looking to take a break and control but Mahesa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tzeng prevents Mahesa from escaping the position.
Mahesa prevents Tzeng from improving position.
Tzeng advances to mount. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Tzeng has control of Mahesa's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Mahesa regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Mahesa regains half guard.
Mahesa pushes Tzeng off looking to stand but Tzeng dives back in and keeps control.
Mahesa felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mahesa tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Tzeng manages to move to mount!
You get the feeling that Mahesa really doesn't like being in this position too much.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shu Fang Tzeng 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#
Tzeng keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Mahesa has Tzeng up against the cage in a clinch.
Tzeng drops down looking for an ankle pick but Mahesa pulls his leg out and moves away.
Mahesa is looking to clinch but Tzeng is avoiding it.
Tzeng changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Mahesa tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tzeng paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Mahesa has Tzeng up against the cage in a clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mahesa.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mahesa tries a knee to the head but Tzeng blocks it.
The referee calls for Tzeng to work.
Mahesa tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Mahesa holds him up against the cage and eventually Tzeng drops back down to his feet. #T1#
Tzeng tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Mahesa smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mahesa jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tzeng shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mahesa but Mahesa pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL2#
Mahesa closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Tzeng manages to pull guard.
Mahesa preventing the sweep.
Mahesa wants to get up but he can't break Tzeng's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Mahesa avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Mahesa stopping the sweep attempt from Tzeng.
Mahesa wants to stand but Tzeng is controlling his posture from full guard. #T2#
Mahesa is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
We've been hearing good reports from Tzeng's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tzeng holds on and takes a little breather.
Shu Fang Tzeng overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Mahesa tries to stand but Tzeng is controlling from the bottom.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Tzeng tries to keep at a distance but Mahesa has taken the fight into the clinch.
Mahesa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T3#
A nice right hand lands inside from Mahesa.
Mahesa lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tzeng tries to score a body lock takedown but Mahesa shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Andre Mahesa seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tzeng tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #TD#
Tzeng pulls guard effortlessly.
Mahesa is looking to stand up but Tzeng won't let him.
Mahesa wants to stand and escape but instead Tzeng has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR##T4##SUB2#
Tzeng avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Mahesa wants to hit a sweep here but Tzeng passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Mahesa there!
Tzeng controlling his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tzeng tries to control but Mahesa wriggling away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Andre Mahesa showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Mahesa gets caught flat footed, as Tzeng shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Tzeng stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mahesa swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tzeng won't allow Mahesa to get back to his feet.
Tzeng controls from within his opponent's guard.
Mahesa keeping moving, preventing Tzeng from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #ES2#
Mahesa pushes Tzeng off and gets back to his feet. #T1##TD#
Tzeng dives in and scores a takedown into Mahesa's guard.
Mahesa is looking to stand up but Tzeng isn't so interested in that idea.
Tzeng trying to control but Mahesa is working from the bottom.
Tzeng looking to pass the guard.
Mahesa wants to stand and escape but Tzeng is having none of it. #T2#
Tzeng trying to control the position from guard on top but Mahesa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mahesa is looking to stand up but Tzeng isn't so interested in that idea.
Tzeng controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Mahesa is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tzeng is aware though and is defending well.
Mahesa wants to stand and escape but Tzeng is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Mahesa misses with a wild combination. #T3#
Mahesa misses with an uppercut.
Tzeng has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT2#It looks like Shu Fang Tzeng has been cut.#CL2#
Mahesa closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but Mahesa has him pressed against the cage.
Mahesa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tzeng has had enough of the clinch but Mahesa keeps him there for the moment.#BC#
Tzeng breaks from the clinch.
Mahesa swinging wildly here.
Mahesa misses with a jab, cross combination.
Andre Mahesa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mahesa misses with a wild combination. #T4#
Tzeng dodges the punch combination from Mahesa.
Mahesa tries to close the distance and clinch but Tzeng swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tzeng dives in and grabs Mahesa's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mahesa pushes down on Tzeng's head and hops out.
Mahesa throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mahesa wants to clinch#TD#
and Tzeng counters with a takedown into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mahesa is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Tzeng is controlling him well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mahesa is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Mahesa tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.

And that's the end of the fight!
Andre Mahesa comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Mahesa 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: WCF WNF 94: Tzeng vs Horatius
Date: Feb 23, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Horatius throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Tzeng was covering up waiting for the punch and Horatius finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Horatius is looking to work some ground and pound but Tzeng has wrist control.
Horatius postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Horatius with a nice head shot there.
Horatius working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tzeng's head.
Horatius trying to control the position from guard on top but Tzeng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Horatius is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Tzeng working for a triangle but Horatius defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Tzeng throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T1##SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Horatius with a nice head shot there.
Horatius is looking to work some ground and pound but Tzeng has wrist control.
Tzeng is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Tzeng escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Horatius gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've been hearing good reports from Tzeng'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.
Tzeng trying to control the position here.
Horatius scoring with some ground and pound. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tzeng wants to sweep here but Horatius controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tzeng looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Horatius has picked Tzeng up and slammed him! Tzeng can't keep hold of the triangle and Horatius manages to pass to side control!
Horatius works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Horatius working the ground and pound from side control.
Horatius working the ground and pound.
Horatius trying to control the position but Tzeng is working away.
You can see the frustration on Tzeng's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Horatius cracks Tzeng with a big elbow.
Horatius throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Horatius working the strikes but Tzeng uses the opportunity to regain half guard. #T3#
Tzeng is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Horatius scores with a couple of nice shots.
Horatius misses with a head shot. Tzeng uses the momentum to regain guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Horatius lands a couple of digs.
Horatius postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Horatius trying to control but Tzeng is working from the bottom.
Horatius scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB#
Tzeng has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Horatius can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Horatius defends well.
Horatius throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tzeng works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4##SUB#
Tzeng throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Horatius sitting in guard here, content to control.
Horatius throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tzeng is trying to control the position but Horatius postures up.
Horatius throws a strike but Tzeng rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Horatius is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Tzeng is controlling him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Horatius dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Tzeng gets caught napping as Horatius dives in and scores a takedown. Tzeng manages to retain guard.
Tzeng is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Horatius makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Horatius lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Horatius must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Tzeng working for a triangle but Horatius defends it easily.
Horatius landing with the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Tzeng looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Horatius has picked Tzeng up and slammed him! Tzeng can't keep hold of the triangle and Horatius manages to pass to side control!
Tzeng takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#T1#
Horatius cracks Tzeng with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Horatius looks up at the clock and then as Tzeng takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Horatius smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Horatius is putting a hurting on Tzeng here, landing some big shots from side control.
You can see the frustration on Tzeng's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Tzeng tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tzeng taking a bit of punishment here - Horatius scoring with strikes.
Horatius cracks Tzeng with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Tzeng is looking to reverse the position.
Tzeng takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Horatius has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Horatius scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Tzeng to see if he's OK.
Tzeng takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #T2#
Tzeng sneaks back into half guard.
Tzeng blocking the ground and pound attempt from Horatius. #SUB#
Tzeng actively working from the bottom here.
Horatius is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Horatius throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Tzeng has hold of Horatius's hands but Horatius slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Joey Horatius has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Horatius thows an elbow strike that misses. Tzeng gets hold of full guard and has managed to get a loose guillotine attempt. Horatius doesn't seem too bothered but Tzeng quickly shifts his position and has tightened the hold! Horatius is in big trouble now - he's going a funny colour - he's tapping out! Nice finish there! Horatius really should have spotted the danger earlier though... either incompetence or over-confidence has resulted in a big L on his record.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: WCF 107: Blackburn vs Cuntmara
Date: Jan 15, 2022

#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Denisov is defended easily by Tzeng.
Jab by Denisov.
Denisov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Denis Denisov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Denisov has managed to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng has Denisov pushed against the cage.
A bit of stalling here from Tzeng. #TD2#
Denisov jumps guard and drags Tzeng to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Denisov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! #T1#
Denisov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tzeng's guard. #REVB#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Denisov's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Tzeng is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tzeng has momentary wrist control but Denisov slips an elbow through the middle.
Denisov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Denisov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Tzeng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Denisov is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Tzeng working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Denisov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Denisov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Denisov working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.#SUB#
Tzeng is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T2#
Denisov scoring with some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Tzeng had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Denisov defends it easily.#SUB#
Tzeng had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Denisov defends it easily.
Denisov cracks Tzeng with a solid left hand.
Denisov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
We've been hearing good reports from Tzeng'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.
Tzeng pulls Denisov in close to prevent any damage.
Denisov cracks Tzeng with a solid left hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Denisov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Denisov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Denisov trying to control the position from guard on top but Tzeng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Denisov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Denisov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tzeng trying to keep a closed guard but Denisov is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a triangle but Denisov pushes his legs off easily. #T4#
Tzeng looking to control.
Denisov trying to control but Tzeng is working from the bottom.
Denisov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Denisov cracks Tzeng with a solid left hand.
Tzeng looking to hit a scissor sweep but Denisov is one step ahead there.
Tzeng can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Denisov controls the pace.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Denisov with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
Tzeng has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Denisov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Denis Denisov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Tzeng on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CL#
Tzeng gets a clinch.
Denisov is trying to pull guard but Tzeng turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Tzeng is looking to break free of the clinch but Denisov has double underhooks.
Denisov jumps guard but Tzeng turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Tzeng has picked Denisov up - he's going for a ride! Tzeng dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Denisov is looking to get back to is feet but Tzeng passes into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Denisov tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Tzeng working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Tzeng is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Denisov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T1#
You can see the frustration on Denisov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Denisov is trying to buck Tzeng off.
Denisov is looking for a sweep.
Denisov misses with a strike from the bottom.
Denisov is looking to regain half guard here but Tzeng keeps moving and retains side control. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tzeng gets to mount! Denisov was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Tzeng avoids the attempt from Denisov to control.
Denisov can't escape the position.
Denisov throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Denisov is looking to improve his position but Tzeng isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
Tzeng is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Denisov is surviving well by controlling Tzeng's body position as best he can.
Tzeng wants to take Denisov's back but he can't do it this time.
Tzeng controlling his opponent. #T3#
Tzeng can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Denisov is looking to escape.
Denisov throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Denisov throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Denisov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Denisov wants to control but Tzeng is having none of it.
Denisov really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #SUB#
Tzeng is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Denisov is surviving well by controlling Tzeng's body position as best he can. #T4#
Denisov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tzeng tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Denisov looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Denisov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Denisov misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Denisov misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Denisov tries to get to full guard but Tzeng has control of the leg.
Denisov is trying to control but Tzeng passes into side control!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shu Fang Tzeng dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Denisov lands a nice shot that snaps Tzeng's head back.
Denisov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Denisov throws a leg kick but Tzeng checks it.
Tzeng is looking to clinch. #CL#
Tzeng clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #TD#
Tzeng has hold of one of Denisov's legs. Denisov is fighting the takedown attempt but Tzeng gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Denisov throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Denisov throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Denisov looking to control. #T1#
Tzeng sitting in guard here, content to control.
Tzeng trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tzeng passes Denisov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Denisov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Denisov pulls Tzeng in close to prevent any damage.
Denisov working a defensive guard here.
Denisov striking from his own guard. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tzeng wants to control from the top but Denisov keeps moving.
Denisov striking off his back but it's not causing Tzeng any problems. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Denisov with a lazy takedown attempt #TD#
and Tzeng counters with a single leg into guard. Denisov didn't expect that.
Denisov thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Tzeng passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.#SUB#
Tzeng is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Denisov missing with punches from the bottom. #T3#
Denisov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Tzeng wants to pass the guard but Denisov is defending well. #SUB#
Denisov is defending against the submission attempts here by Tzeng. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Shu Fang Tzeng overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#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.
Denisov trying to hold on to Tzeng's head to control him but Tzeng postures up. #SUB#
Tzeng is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Denisov has managed to free his arm - good work.
Denisov connecting with a few gentle strikes.
Tzeng prevents Denisov from improving his position.
Tzeng stalling.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tzeng seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Denisov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng 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 86: Khabib vs Woo
Date: Dec 29, 2021

#R1#
Tzeng defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Cartwright.
Cartwright gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD#
and Tzeng counters with a shoot takedown. Cartwright fights it but they end up in guard.
Tzeng works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Cartwright is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cartwright is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB2#
Cartwright looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Tzeng is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Cartwright has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartwright is trying to get back to full guard.
Tzeng is controlling the pace. #T1##SUB#
Cartwright is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Tzeng has latched onto it... Big trouble! Tzeng pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Cartwright is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Tzeng!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: WCF WNF 82: Tzeng vs Bardia
Date: Dec 01, 2021

#R1#
Farrokhzad throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Tzeng counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Tzeng.
Farrokhzad can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tzeng controls the pace.
Farrokhzad keeping moving, preventing Tzeng from controlling successfully.
Tzeng sitting in guard here, content to control.
Farrokhzad wants to sweep but no luck.
Tzeng looking to pass the guard.
Farrokhzad tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Farrokhzad can't keep his opponent in guard - Tzeng advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T1#
Farrokhzad is trying is best to control the position here.
Tzeng trying to control the action but Farrokhzad is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Tzeng is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Farrokhzad has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Tzeng is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Farrokhzad is controlling Tzeng's trapped leg to prevent Tzeng from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Tzeng is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tzeng seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Farrokhzad is defending against the submission attempts here by Tzeng. #SUB#
Tzeng is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Farrokhzad is just riding it out for now. Tzeng eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Farrokhzad defends it well. #T3#
Tzeng is looking to take a break and control but Farrokhzad is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Farrokhzad lands a nice looking body shot.
Tzeng takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CUT2#It looks like Shu Fang Tzeng has been cut.
Farrokhzad avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Farrokhzad scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A big right from Farrokhzad misses.
Tzeng tries to counter with a takedown but Farrokhzad is quick to defend against it.
Tzeng changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Farrokhzad tries to avoid it but Tzeng manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Farrokhzad to the ground. Farrokhzad escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Tzeng takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tzeng walks into a left hand.
Tzeng bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Farrokhzad throws a shot from downtown. Tzeng moves away and avoids it.#T4##CL2#
Farrokhzad takes the fight into the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Farrokhzad.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tzeng is trying to stall.
Farrokhzad throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tzengs head.
Farrokhzad with a knee to the head. #TD#
Tzeng drags the fight down to the ground.
Farrokhzad postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Farrokhzad working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Farrokhzad throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Farrokhzad working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Farrokhzad cracks Tzeng with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Tzeng escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Farrokhzad gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Farrokhzad postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Farrokhzad throwing strikes from guard but Tzeng blocks nicely.
Farrokhzad scoring with punches to the head and body. #ROC2#Tzeng is rocked!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bardia Farrokhzad dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shu Fang Tzeng's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Tzeng moves out of range of the strikes.
Farrokhzad connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CUT2#Shu Fang Tzeng's cut is getting worse.
Farrokhzad lands a head shot.
Oh Tzeng is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#TD#
Tzeng fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Farrokhzad sprawls well initially but Tzeng persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Farrokhzad tries to get to full guard but Tzeng has control of the leg.
Tzeng seems to have got his legs back now.#SUB#
Tzeng is working for a kimura but Farrokhzad is defending it quite comfortably.
Farrokhzad keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Tzeng is trying to work for a kimura but Farrokhzad is defending well.
We've been hearing good reports from Tzeng'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.#T1#
Farrokhzad trying to get back to full guard but Tzeng takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#SUB#
Tzeng wants to finish this one by submission but Farrokhzad is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Tzeng.
Tzeng sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Tzeng can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Farrokhzad is looking to escape. #SUB#
Tzeng is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Farrokhzad is surviving well by controlling Tzeng's body position as best he can. #T2#
Farrokhzad regains half guard.#SUB#
Tzeng is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Farrokhzad manages to get to full guard.
Farrokhzad looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Tzeng trying to control the position from guard on top but Farrokhzad is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Farrokhzad pulls Tzeng in close to prevent any damage.
Farrokhzad's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Farrokhzad keeping moving, preventing Tzeng from controlling successfully.
Farrokhzad trying to control the position here.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tzeng looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Farrokhzad has managed to clinch.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Farrokhzad holds him up against the cage and eventually Tzeng drops back down to his feet.
Farrokhzad lands a body punch.
Tzeng is looking to take this one to the mat.
Farrokhzad scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Farrokhzad landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Farrokhzad lands a hook that snaps the head of Tzeng backwards.
Farrokhzad lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Farrokhzad lands a good knee to the midsection. Tzeng won't want to take too many of those.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Knees in the clinch landing for Farrokhzad.
Farrokhzad lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
A right handed body shot lands from Farrokhzad.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bardia Farrokhzad showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Shu Fang Tzeng's cut.
That's time! Tzeng's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3##CL2#
Farrokhzad pushes Tzeng up against the cage in a clinch.
Tzeng is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Farrokhzad gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Farrokhzad softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tzeng tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Farrokhzad lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Farrokhzad throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tzengs head.
Farrokhzad lands a nice uppercut.
Farrokhzad presses Tzeng against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Farrokhzad lands a nice knee to the body.
Farrokhzad lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tzeng backwards.
Farrokhzad is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but Farrokhzad has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Farrokhzad unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Knees to the body from Farrokhzad.
A short uppercut from Farrokhzad.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tzeng takes a knee right on the jaw!
Farrokhzad is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Farrokhzad landing knees to the head. #T1#
Farrokhzad tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tzeng's elbow.
A right handed body shot lands from Farrokhzad.
Tzeng fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Tzeng's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Farrokhzad scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Farrokhzad has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A short uppercut from Farrokhzad.
Farrokhzad lands a knee to the body.
Farrokhzad lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Farrokhzad scores with a knee to the head.
Farrokhzad lands an uppercut.#TD#
Tzeng pulls guard successfully.
Farrokhzad working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tzeng's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Tzeng is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Farrokhzad working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tzeng's head.
Farrokhzad lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Farrokhzad working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tzeng's head.#T2#
Farrokhzad postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Tzeng covers up, he's hurt! Farrokhzad keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Farrokhzad and the ref steps in to end the fight! Farrokhzad can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bardia Farrokhzad!
Bardia Farrokhzad thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: WCF 98: Tzeng vs Blackburn
Date: Nov 13, 2021

#R1#
Blackburn smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#TD#
Tzeng closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Blackburn to the mat! Blackburn manages to get full guard.
Blackburn keeping moving, preventing Tzeng from controlling successfully.
Tzeng looking to pass the guard.
Tzeng showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng tries to free his leg and advance position but Blackburn is retaining full guard. #T1##ES2#
Blackburn has his feet on Tzeng's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Tzeng fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Blackburn avoids it really well and circles away.#CL2#
Blackburn has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tzeng pressing his opponent against the cage.
Tzeng can't get the takedown.
Tzeng blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T2#
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but Blackburn has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Blackburn scores with a nice hook to the head.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Blackburn 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.
Blackburn lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tzeng backwards.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Blackburn forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Blackburn gets underhooks to prevent Tzeng's takedown attempt.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
A short uppercut from Blackburn.
Blackburn lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Blackburn has a couple of punches blocked by Tzeng.
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but Blackburn has him pressed against the cage.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Blackburn just stands there and leans against the cage.
Tzeng's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T3##BC2#
Blackburn's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Blackburn lands with a right hand.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Blackburn.#CL2#
Blackburn darts in and clinches Tzeng up against the cage.
Blackburn working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but Blackburn has him pressed against the cage.
Blackburn throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tzengs head.
Blackburn doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tzeng is trying to stall.
Tzeng jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Blackburn walks away with a smile on his face. Tzeng gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Blackburn cracks a nice hook into Tzeng's ribs.
Blackburn avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T4#
Tzeng fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Tzeng moves in looking to clinch but Blackburn pushes him off.
Blackburn rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tzeng moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tzeng with a lazy takedown attempt
and Blackburn counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tzeng tries to score a power double leg takedown but Blackburn sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tzeng somewhat.
Blackburn 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.

Emiliano Blackburn dominated that round.
That's time! Tzeng's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Tzeng shoots in and drives through. Blackburn sprawls well.
Blackburn wants to counter with a clinch but Tzeng pushes him away.
Shu Fang Tzeng seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Blackburn throws a hook to the side of Tzeng's head but Tzeng sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Blackburn loads up on a big right hand but Tzeng slips the punch.
Blackburn scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Blackburn throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Blackburn has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tzeng avoids the body shot from Blackburn. #CL#
Tzeng moves into the clinch successfully.
Blackburn has a couple of punches blocked by Tzeng.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blackburn scores with a shot to the side of Tzeng's head.
Blackburn digs a right hand into Tzeng's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tzeng's gas tank.
Blackburn dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Blackburn holds him up against the cage and eventually Tzeng drops back down to his feet. #T1#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Blackburn.
Blackburn lands a hook to the side of the head.
Blackburn scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tzeng jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Blackburn walks away with a smile on his face. Tzeng gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Blackburn slaps away a takedown attempt from Tzeng, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Tzeng staying out of range there.
Tzeng moves out of range as Blackburn strikes.
Emiliano Blackburn seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Blackburn with a nice cross.
Emiliano Blackburn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tzeng fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T2#
Blackburn lands with a straight right. Tzeng didn't see that one coming.
Blackburn misses with a body shot.
Tzeng feinted with a counter takedown.
Blackburn lands the left hand.
Blackburn is looking to score with low kicks.
Tzeng shoots in for a takedown but Blackburn shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tzeng takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tzeng uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Blackburn.
Blackburn throws a right and a left that both miss.
Blackburn keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T3##CL#
Tzeng gets a clinch.
Tzeng stalling in the clinch but Blackburn improves position.
Blackburn stops a takedown attempt from Tzeng.
Blackburn swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Blackburn holds him up against the cage and eventually Tzeng drops back down to his feet.
Emiliano Blackburn seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Blackburn makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tzeng jumps guard but Blackburn turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Tzeng stalls.
Blackburn misses with a body punch.
Blackburn lands an uppercut.#T4#
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Blackburn forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Tzeng is looking for a takedown.
Blackburn softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Blackburn.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Blackburn holds him up against the cage and eventually Tzeng drops back down to his feet.
Blackburn throws a head punch that misses.
Blackburn is leaning against Tzeng and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Blackburn lands a body shot in the clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#BC2#
Blackburn breaks the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Emiliano Blackburn showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Tzeng shoots and misses
and Blackburn counters with a nice uppercut.
Tzeng shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Blackburn sprawls well. Blackburn wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Tzeng gets slowly back to his feet.
Tzeng is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Blackburn.
Tzeng tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Blackburn swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. 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.
Tzeng walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL2#
Blackburn takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Tzeng breaks the clinch. #T1#
Tzeng showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Blackburn.
Tzeng moves out of range as Blackburn strikes.
Tzeng slips a jab from Blackburn.
Tzeng closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Blackburn throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tzeng with a poor takedown
and Tzeng takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tzeng.#TD#
Tzeng changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Blackburn looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#T2#
Blackburn is not content to let Tzeng control the position. #SUB#
Tzeng looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Tzeng wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Blackburn, who protects the arm well.
Blackburn tries to escape but Tzeng is in control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tzeng is looking to take a break and control but Blackburn is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Blackburn wants to get back to his feet.
Emiliano Blackburn has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Tzeng trying to control the action but Blackburn is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Tzeng wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Blackburn, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Tzeng is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Blackburn is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Tzeng trying to control the position but Blackburn is working away. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Blackburn is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Blackburn attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Blackburn swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tzeng.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Blackburn throws a right and a left that both miss.
Blackburn bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tzeng's head.
Tzeng takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Emiliano Blackburn really dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Nice straight punches there by Blackburn. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Blackburn.
Tzeng tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD#
Tzeng throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Blackburn was covering up waiting for the punch and Tzeng finishes the takedown easily into guard.

Blackburn uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Tzeng tries for a takedown but Blackburn sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Blackburn moves into the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Blackburn as Tzeng tries to tie him up.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Blackburn won't allow it.
Tzeng goes for a takedown in the clinch but Blackburn prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Blackburn swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right from Blackburn.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Blackburn forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Blackburn lands a right hand.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Blackburn holds him up against the cage and eventually Tzeng drops back down to his feet.
Blackburn misses with a punch on the inside.
Tzeng blocking some punches.
Blackburn scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tzeng is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Blackburn forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T2#
Blackburn lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Blackburn throws a punch but it's blocked by Tzeng.
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but Blackburn has him pressed against the cage.
Tzeng wants to get back to striking at distance but Blackburn won't allow it.
Blackburn lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tzeng tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Tzeng tries for a takedown. No joy.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Blackburn creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Blackburn scores with a shoulder strike.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A hook to the body from Blackburn.
Tzeng jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Blackburn walks away with a smile on his face. Tzeng gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Donk. Blackburn catches Tzeng right on the button with a cross.
Blackburn smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T3#
Tzeng with a lazy takedown attempt
and Blackburn counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jab by Blackburn.#ROC2#Tzeng is rocked!#CL2#
Blackburn clinches.
Blackburn gets through Tzeng's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tzeng is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Blackburn lands with a right to the head.
Oh Tzeng is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Blackburn misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tzeng seems to have got his legs back now.
Blackburn is struggling to control the position.
Blackburn lands with a right to the head. #T4#
Tzeng fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Blackburn makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Blackburn lands a nice uppercut.
Blackburn lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tzeng backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Blackburn working aggressively here.
Tzeng taking a breather.
Tzeng blocks an uppercut.
A right handed body shot lands from Blackburn.
Blackburn lands with a right to the head.
Tzeng wants to stall.
Tzeng is looking for a takedown.
Tzeng blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Emiliano Blackburn dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Tzeng's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Blackburn throws a hook but Tzeng blocks it.
Blackburn connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Blackburn misses with a hook.
Tzeng darts in looking for a takedown but Blackburn gets double underhooks and turns Tzeng into the cage.
Blackburn misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tzeng jumps guard but Blackburn turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Blackburn lands with a left to the head.
Blackburn pushes Tzeng back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Blackburn to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tzeng tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #TD#
Tzeng gets control of Blackburn's arms and successfully pulls guard. Tzeng will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Tzeng has a closed guard, preventing Blackburn from standing up. #SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T1##SU2#
Blackburn stands up and waves to Tzeng to follow him.
Blackburn lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Blackburn connects with a solid leg kick.
Tzeng fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Tzeng fails with a takedown attempt.
Shu Fang Tzeng has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Blackburn slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Blackburn scores with a jab.#TD#
Tzeng feints and as Blackburn raises his hands in defense, Tzeng changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.

Blackburn has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Tzeng has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tzeng throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Blackburn blocks it with crossed arms.
Blackburn lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but Blackburn turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Blackburn digs a right hand into Tzeng's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tzeng's gas tank.
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Blackburn to keep the fight standing.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.#T3#
Tzeng tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Blackburn just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC2#
Blackburn breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tzeng on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The crowd cheers as Blackburn lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tzeng doesn't seem phased though.
A left and a right from Blackburn both land. Nice combination. #CUT2#It looks like Shu Fang Tzeng has been cut.#CL2#
Blackburn takes the fight into the clinch.
Tzeng misses with a knee to the head.
Blackburn working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Blackburn lands with a short shot to the head.
Blackburn lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tzeng looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tzeng tries to stall but Blackburn uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #T4#
Blackburn lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tzeng backwards.
Blackburn lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tzeng misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Blackburn breaks from the clinch.
Blackburn connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL#
Tzeng fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Blackburn, pushing him back against the cage.
Tzeng has a couple of punches blocked by Blackburn.
Emiliano Blackburn is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tzeng tries to stall but Blackburn uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Blackburn blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Blackburn lands with a short shot to the head. #BC2#
Blackburn's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tzeng tries a head kick but it misses.
Blackburn uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tzeng has time to react.
An inside leg kick lands from Blackburn.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 44:50
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 44:50
Judge Josh West scores the fight 43:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Emiliano Blackburn!
Emiliano Blackburn is the new bantamweight champion!
Emiliano Blackburn very nearly forgot to thank Conviction amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: WCF 94: Corona vs Tzeng
Date: Oct 16, 2021

#R1#
Corona cracks Tzeng with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tzeng has his takedown stuffed
and Corona counters with a left to the body.
Tzeng closes the distance and clinches up with Corona, looking for a takedown. Tzeng pushes Corona against the cage but Corona circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Corona throws a good cross that connects.
Corona bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tzeng's head backwards.
Corona is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Tzeng tries to clinch
and Corona counters with a nice leg kick.
Corona misses with a wild body shot.
Juan Corona seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Corona tries to sprawl but Tzeng drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Corona really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB2#
Tzeng wants to work for an arm triangle but Corona is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Corona wants to control but Tzeng is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Corona is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Tzeng is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Tzeng wants to control but Corona is keeping him busy. #T1#
Tzeng with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Tzeng has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Corona wants to control but Tzeng is having none of it.
Tzeng trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Corona can't escape the position.
Tzeng moves to the back position. #SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for the choke from the back position but Corona is controlling his hands well. #T2##SUB2#
Tzeng working for the choke. #SUB2#
Corona is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Tzeng gets his way!
Corona just trying to survive but Tzeng is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB2#
Tzeng is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Corona defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB2#
Tzeng is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Corona has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Corona tries to escape but Tzeng has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T3#
Tzeng is not going to allow Corona to sit and survive in this position.
You can see the frustration on Corona's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Tzeng sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Corona taps out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng is the new bantamweight champion!
A relieved looking Shu Fang Tzeng thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated Juan Corona had this to say: 'Humble in victory, humble in defeat! Huge respect for my opponent for putting the work to outplay my gameplan, I am sure at some point we will run this back, celebrate it while you have it! Thanks to everyone who came here to support me and keep's supporting me even after this fight! '.

Event: WCF WNF 73: Rader vs Tupp 2
Date: Sep 29, 2021

#R1#
Tzeng tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Chai paws at him with a jab and circles away.
We've been hearing reports that Tzeng has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD2#
Chai shoots in and gets a takedown into Tzeng's guard.#SUB#
Tzeng has his foot on Chai's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chai works his way back into a safe position though.
Chai trying to control the position from guard on top but Tzeng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chai showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Chai stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tzeng swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng working a defensive guard here.
Chai controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1##SUB#
Tzeng throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Chai trying to control the position from guard on top but Tzeng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tzeng 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.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Chai defends well.#SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Chai defends well.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Chai trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chai wants to control from the top but Tzeng keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Tzeng leaves Chai with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Tzeng drops down looking for a counter takedown but Chai sprawls and moves away.
Tzeng stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tzeng wants it to stay on the feet.
Tzeng shoots for a takedown but Chai saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Tzeng shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Chai pinned against the cage. Chai gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T3#
Tzeng closes the distance and clinches up with Chai, looking for a takedown. Tzeng pushes Chai against the cage but Chai circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Chai darts in looking for a takedown but Tzeng gets double underhooks and turns Chai into the cage.
Tzeng changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Chai tries for a takedown but Tzeng circles away easily#TD#
and Tzeng counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tzeng is thwarting Chai's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Chai moves into full guard.
Our spies down at at Brooklyn Mixed Martial Arts inform us that Chai has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Chai pulls Tzeng in close to prevent any damage.
Tzeng pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now.
Tzeng sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
Tzeng wants to pass the guard but Chai is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tzeng is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Chai has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tzeng can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tzeng looking to pass the guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chai is trying to keep Tzeng in close.
Chai pulls Tzeng in close to his closed guard and prevents Tzeng from doing any damage or advancing position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Shu Fang Tzeng will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD#
Tzeng 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.
Tzeng is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Chai can do to turn this around?
Chai wants to sweep here but Tzeng controlling him for the moment.
Tzeng trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai trying to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chai keeping full guard, as Tzeng tries to pass.
Chai is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Tzeng trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Shu Fang Tzeng overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tzeng preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Chai has his foot on Tzeng's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tzeng works his way back into a safe position though.
Tzeng trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Chai misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tzeng.
Chai throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Chai closes the distance and clinches up with Tzeng, looking for a takedown. Chai pushes Tzeng against the cage but Tzeng circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Chai fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T2#
No luck for Tzeng with that takedown attempt.
Tzeng fails with a takedown attempt.
Chai shoots in for a takedown but Tzeng shows good takedown defense.
Shu Fang Tzeng has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dragon Li Chai.#CL#
Tzeng drives through and clinches with Chai against the cage. #TD#
Tzeng decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Tzeng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Chai is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Tzeng escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chai gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Chai sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T3#
Chai wants to control from the top but Tzeng keeps moving. #SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Chai looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Tzeng has control of Chai's left arm, preventing Chai from doing any damage.
Chai trying to control the position from guard on top but Tzeng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Chai stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tzeng swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Tzeng had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Chai defends it easily.
Tzeng keeping moving, preventing Chai from controlling successfully.
Tzeng is trying to keep Chai in close.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Tzeng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Chai is aware though and is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shu Fang Tzeng dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Chai fails to land the takedown.
Chai shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Tzeng sprawls well. Tzeng wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Chai gets slowly back to his feet.#TD2#
Chai scores with a takedown into Tzeng's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Tzeng is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Tzeng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Chai is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
Tzeng is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Chai wants to control from the top but Tzeng keeps moving. #SUB#
Chai got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tzeng has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chai has managed to get both his arms back between Tzeng's legs - danger averted.
Chai wants to control from the top but Tzeng keeps moving.
Tzeng can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Chai controls the pace.
Chai slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Dragon Li Chai has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Chai moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Let's hope that Chai 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#
Chai is trying to get an arm triangle but Tzeng is defending well.
Tzeng wants to control but Chai postures up.
Tzeng stops Chai from passing to mount.
Tzeng is not content to let Chai control the position. #T3#
Tzeng trying his best to control but Chai has mounted him.
Chai can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Tzeng is looking to escape.
Tzeng is trying to escape the mount. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Chai wants to control the pace but Tzeng is squirming around nicely.
Chai avoids the attempt from Tzeng to control.
Chai looking to control but Tzeng is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Tzeng is trying to escape the mount.
Chai looking to control but Tzeng is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chai wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Tzeng is looking to improve his position but Chai isn't that keen on the idea.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dragon Li Chai comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tzeng has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shu Fang Tzeng!
Our winner, Shu Fang Tzeng, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: WCF 87: Corona vs Benedetti 2
Date: Aug 28, 2021

#R1##TD#
Tzeng throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Sanders tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Tzeng is in Sanders's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tzeng stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sanders swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sanders is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Tzeng throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Tzeng is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Sanders is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Sanders has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Tzeng preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Tzeng has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sanders can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Sanders sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1##SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sanders postures up.
Tzeng tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sanders defends well.
Sanders postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Tzeng is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sanders with a nice head shot there.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sanders accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB2#
Sanders drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Tzeng dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Sanders throwing short punches from the bottom.
Sanders working a defensive guard here.
Tzeng is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tzeng will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Sanders is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tzeng is aware though and is defending well.#T3#
Tzeng wants to pass the guard but Sanders is keeping the position.
Tzeng passes Sanders's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Tzeng wants to pass to mount but Sanders is defending the position. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sanders defends it well. #SUB#
Tzeng is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sanders is just riding it out for now. Tzeng eventually gives up the hold.
Tzeng is looking to take a break and control but Sanders is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Tzeng is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Tzeng works his foot free and advances to mount. #SUB#
Tzeng has control of Sanders's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Sanders regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tzeng wants to control the pace but Sanders is squirming around nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shu Fang Tzeng 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#
Tzeng tries to clinch but Sanders moves out of range.
Sanders shoots in and drives through. Tzeng sprawls well.#TD#
Tzeng drives through with a takedown into Sanders's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Sanders keeping moving, preventing Tzeng from controlling successfully.
Tzeng pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sanders is keeping the position for now.
Sanders is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Sanders is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tzeng defends well.
Sanders wants to stand up but Tzeng is controlling him. #T1#
Tzeng sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Sanders is trying to control the position but Tzeng postures up.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Tzeng stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sanders swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Shu Fang Tzeng overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tzeng prevents Sanders from getting back to his feet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Tzeng decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Tzeng wants to work for an arm triangle but Sanders is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Tzeng is trying to control. Sanders wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2##SUB#
Tzeng seems to be working for a kimura but Sanders defends the submission attempt.
Tzeng trying to control the action but Sanders is working from the bottom.
Tzeng trying to control the pace.
Sanders wants to control but Tzeng is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Tzeng is just content to waste time from the top position. Sanders takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Tzeng looking to pass the guard. #T3##SUB#
Tzeng is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Sanders is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Sanders has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Tzeng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sanders is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Tzeng working for a triangle but Sanders defends it easily.
Tzeng is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4##SUB#
Tzeng has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Sanders 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 Tzeng.
We've been hearing good reports from Tzeng'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.
Tzeng is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sanders can do to turn this around?
Sanders landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Tzeng is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Sanders off and has taken his back!
Tzeng is not going to allow Sanders to sit and survive in this position.
Sanders might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Tzeng haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Tzeng is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Sanders is defending well though. Tzeng let's go of the attempt for now.
Tzeng is controlling the position but Sanders somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shu Fang Tzeng dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##TD#
Tzeng drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Tzeng advances position into side control!
You can see the frustration on Sanders's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Tzeng 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.
Tzeng wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sanders keeps working.
Sanders is trying to control Tzeng's posture but Tzeng avoids it. #T1##SUB#
Tzeng goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Sanders has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Tzeng but great work by Sanders.#SUB2#
Sanders is trying to get an arm triangle but Tzeng is defending well.
Tzeng is looking for a sweep.
Tzeng gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Sanders misses with a head shot. Tzeng uses the momentum to regain guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sanders accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2##SUB#
Sanders got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tzeng has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sanders has managed to get both his arms back between Tzeng's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sanders defends well.#SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Bernie Sanders has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Tzeng working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Sanders has passed into half guard! #T3##SUB2#
Sanders is looking for a kimura here.
My spies in MY YARD Resurrect inform me that Sanders has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Tzeng is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sanders's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sanders's back!
Sanders looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Tzeng doesn't have the hooks in and Sanders manages to turn into his guard. #T4##SUB#
Tzeng throws his legs up looking for a submission but Sanders uses it to pass to side control. #SUB2#
Sanders is trying to get an arm triangle but Tzeng is defending well.
Tzeng sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Tzeng is trying to get back to full guard.
Sanders not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Sanders is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Tzeng doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sanders.
Tzeng wants to improve his position but Sanders is controlling well.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Shu Fang Tzeng.
Well Tzeng 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 30:28
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Bernie Sanders was interviewed post fight and said 'COME ON! FU@#$ ALL JUDGES!!! I WON!'.

Event: WCF 82: Byczkiewicz vs Kiran
Date: Jul 24, 2021

#R1#
A combination from Haba does no damage.
Tzeng takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Haba rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tzeng moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tzeng has a takedown stuffed.
Haba appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Tzeng checks a low kick from Haba.
Tzeng closes the distance and clinches up with Haba, looking for a takedown. Tzeng pushes Haba against the cage but Haba circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tzeng showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Haba.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Tzeng has taken the fight to the clinch.
Haba tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Tzeng avoids it.
Haba is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T1#
Haba lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
We've been hearing reports that Tzeng has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Haba holds him up against the cage and eventually Tzeng drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stalling in the clinch from Haba.
Haba working Tzeng over with knees to the body.
Knees to the body from Haba.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Haba won't allow it.
Haba has Tzeng pressed against the cage.
The referee calls for Haba to work.
Tzeng looking for a takedown. #TD#
Tzeng pulls guard effortlessly.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tzeng looking to hit a scissor sweep but Haba is one step ahead there.
Haba must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Haba trying to stand up but can't free himself from Tzeng's guard.#T2##SUB#
Tzeng has his foot on Haba's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Haba works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Tzeng has his foot on Haba's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Haba works his way back into a safe position though.
Haba has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Tzeng is proving hard to escape from.
Haba trying to control the position from guard on top but Tzeng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Haba wants to stand but Tzeng is controlling his posture from full guard.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Tzeng uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Haba.
Tzeng fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Haba looks to land a combination but Tzeng avoids it well.
Tzeng doesn't manage to clinch there - Haba circles away.
Haba swats away the attempt to clinch by Tzeng.
Haba lands a jab to Tzeng's midsection.
Haba misses with a kick to the body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tzeng is defended easily by Haba.#T4#
Haba throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Haba scores with a body shot.
Sloppy strikes from Haba. Those never looked like landing.
Haba throws a one two combo. #TD#
Tzeng shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Haba's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tzeng wants to control from the top but Haba keeps moving. #SUB2#
Haba looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Tzeng drops back looking for a leg! Haba is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Haba manages to kick Tzeng off! Tzeng jumps back into Haba's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Claus Haba dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Haba fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Haba stuns Tzeng with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tzeng moves in looking to clinch but Haba pushes him off.
Haba fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tzeng manages to avoid it.
Nice body punch from Haba.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haba throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Tzeng decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Haba's guard.#SUB2#
Haba is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tzeng is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Tzeng got a little sloppy there for a moment and Haba has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tzeng has managed to get both his arms back between Haba's legs - danger averted.
Haba keeping moving, preventing Tzeng from controlling successfully. #T1#
Tzeng sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Tzeng got a little sloppy there for a moment and Haba has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tzeng has managed to get both his arms back between Haba's legs - danger averted.
Tzeng trying to control but Haba is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Haba has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tzeng can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Haba wants to get back to his feet but Tzeng passes into half guard.
Tzeng is looking to advance position but Haba won't allow it. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Haba is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tzeng pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Haba defends it well.
Haba is staying active underneath Tzeng, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Tzeng is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Haba has managed to free his arm - good work.
Haba is trying to stand back up but Tzeng is controlling him #T3#
Tzeng seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Haba does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Haba is trying to get back to full guard.
Tzeng looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Tzeng has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tzeng on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Tzeng goes for a takedown attempt but Haba pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Haba lands a nice looking body shot. #T4#
Haba scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Haba stuffs the takedown attempt from Tzeng. Tzeng gets slowly back to his feet.
Haba dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Haba gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Haba landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Tzeng fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tzeng tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Haba smiles and moves away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Haba rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tzeng moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#TD#
Tzeng shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Haba manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Tzeng is standing up over Haba. Haba looks to escape but Tzeng dives into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Claus Haba showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Haba moves into the clinch.
Haba lands a body punch.
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but Haba has him pressed against the cage.
Haba is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Haba is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tzeng is defending well for now.
Haba landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Haba takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haba is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tzeng is defending well for now.
Haba has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tzeng tries to circle away but Haba has him pinned against the cage.
Tzeng wants to take the fight to the mat but Haba manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Haba leaning his opponent against the cage.#T1##TD#
Tzeng jumps guard and drags Haba to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Haba would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Haba wants to stand and escape but instead Tzeng has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Tzeng stands and throws Haba's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Haba is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Tzeng has hold of Haba's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Haba seems comfortable defending it but Tzeng has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Haba is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Haba is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Tzeng couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Shu Fang Tzeng!
An out of breath Shu Fang Tzeng thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: WCF 78: Anderson vs Skystalker
Date: Jun 26, 2021

#R1#
Kraus is looking to chop away at Tzeng's legs.
Tzeng half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kraus misses with the combination.
Tzeng feinted with a counter takedown.
Kraus circles away from the clinch attempt
and Kraus counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Harti Kraus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch combination from Kraus misses.
Kraus swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kraus thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tzeng has a takedown stuffed.
Tzeng fails with the takedown
and Kraus counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've been hearing reports that Tzeng has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kraus.
Tzeng gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kraus.#T1#
Kraus misses with an uppercut.
Kraus tries to bum rush Tzeng with a series of wild strikes but Tzeng uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A telegraphed right hand from Kraus misses the target.
Kraus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tzeng was well out of range. Poor timing from Kraus.
Kraus with a nice calf kick.
Kraus throws a nice looking combination but Tzeng bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kraus throws a series of punches but Tzeng moves out of range.
Tzeng tries to counter with a takedown but Kraus is quick to defend against it.
Tzeng shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kraus defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kraus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tzeng fails with a takedown attempt.
Kraus looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tzeng moves out of range of the body kick from Kraus.
Kraus fails to land with a series of punches. #T2#
Kraus lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tzeng circles away quickly and effectively.
Kraus throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Tzeng counters with a shoot takedown. Kraus fights it but they end up in guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tzeng 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.
Tzeng postures up.
Tzeng works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Tzeng looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB#
Tzeng is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kraus trying to control but Tzeng postures up.
Kraus is looking to improve his position. #T3#
Kraus is staying active underneath Tzeng, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kraus is looking to control Tzeng's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kraus avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Tzeng is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kraus is staying active underneath Tzeng, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Tzeng is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Kraus actively working from the bottom here.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Tzeng works his way into full mount! #SUB#
Tzeng is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Kraus has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Kraus gets back to half guard.
Kraus is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tzeng wants to take a breather but Kraus is having none of it.
Tzeng prevents Kraus from improving his position.#SUB#
Tzeng is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kraus has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Harti Kraus dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kraus misses with a double jab.
Tzeng feinted with a counter takedown.
A low kick from Kraus is predictable there #TD#
and Tzeng counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Tzeng passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Kraus!
Kraus can't escape the position.
Kraus keeps trying to improve his position.
Kraus tries to hold on but Tzeng pushes him away.
Kraus tries to improve his position but instead Tzeng has taken his back! #SUB#
Tzeng is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Kraus won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Tzeng off his unconscious opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Harti Kraus had this to say: 'Congratulations to Denisov. Not my night tonight, nothing more to add to that. The story isn't done, it's not even close. You'll see me soon.'.

Event: WCF WNF 54:Escalante v Abner 2
Date: May 19, 2021

#R1#
A slow jab from Ragasatria misses its intended target.
We've been hearing reports that Tzeng has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ragasatria tries to clinch up.
Ragasatria misses with a double jab #TD#
so Tzeng counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Tzeng slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ragasatria keeping full guard, as Tzeng tries to pass.
Tzeng not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Tzeng tries to free his leg and advance position but Ragasatria is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragasatria trying to control the position.
Ragasatria should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.#SUB2#
Ragasatria throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Ragasatria is looking for a triangle but Tzeng pushes his legs off easily. #T1##SUB2#
Ragasatria looking for a guillotine here but Tzeng defends easily.
Tzeng works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Tzeng tries to pass to full mount but Ragasatria defends it.
Ragasatria wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Ragasatria actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tzeng is controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Ragasatria looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Ragasatria actively working from the bottom here.
Tzeng uses his free foot to push down on Ragasatria's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ragasatria.
Tzeng controlling the pace for now.
Ragasatria is squirming around, avoiding Tzeng's attempts to control the action.
Ragasatria tries to lock up and control but Tzeng gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Tzeng has control of Ragasatria's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Ragasatria regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Tzeng trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ragasatria is looking to get to half guard.#T3#
Ragasatria tries to lock up and control but Tzeng gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Tzeng looking to control but Ragasatria is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Tzeng looking to control and managing it successfully.
Tzeng with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Tzeng wants to control the pace but Ragasatria is squirming around nicely.
Tzeng controlling from the full mount.
Ragasatria is squirming around, avoiding Tzeng's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Tzeng jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Ragasatria manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Tzeng trying to control the action but Ragasatria is working from the bottom. #T4#
Ragasatria tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Tzeng working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ragasatria is looking to regain half guard here but Tzeng keeps moving and retains side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ragasatria struggling a bit here.
Ragasatria is not content to let Tzeng control the position. #SUB#
Tzeng thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shu Fang Tzeng dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Ragasatria jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ragasatria swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD#
so Tzeng counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB#
Tzeng thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Tzeng drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Tzeng jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Tzeng slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Tzeng has an Americana. Ragasatria didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Tzeng is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Tzeng hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng 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 48: Bardia vs Kraus
Date: Apr 07, 2021

#R1#
Vaughn stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tzeng fails with the takedown.#TD#
Tzeng looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Vaughn!#SUB#
Tzeng is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Vaughn knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Tzeng happy to just control the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vaughn is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Tzeng has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Tzeng tries to advance to mount but can't. #T1#
Vaughn is letting Tzeng control him for a moment. #SUB#
Tzeng tries for a kimura but Vaughn is defending well. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Vaughn knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Tzeng tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Tzeng has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Vaughn trying to remain calm as Tzeng controls from the top position.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tzeng wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vaughn keeps working. #SUB#
Tzeng thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Vaughn parries the strikes from Tzeng easily there. Tzeng is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Vaughn to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Tzeng tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Tzeng has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Vaughn gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #T3##SUB#
Tzeng has hold of Vaughn's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Vaughn manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger. #SUB#
Vaughn defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Tzeng. #SUB#
Tzeng is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Vaughn can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Tzeng thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage. #SUB#
Tzeng looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#T4##SUB#
Tzeng goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Vaughn is on top in guard. #SUB#
Tzeng working for a triangle but Vaughn defends it easily. #SUB#
Vaughn avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've been hearing good reports from Tzeng'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.
Vaughn really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tzeng. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tzeng controls Vaughn momentarily but Vaughn frees himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shu Fang Tzeng 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#
Tzeng moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Tzeng gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A bit of stalling here from Tzeng.
Tzeng jumps guard but Vaughn turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Vaughn to keep the fight standing.
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Vaughn to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Vaughn forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Vaughn tries to break the clinch but Tzeng is controlling the position.
Tzeng looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng looking for a takedown.
Tzeng tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Vaughn smiles and moves away.
Tzeng tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Vaughn defends well and Tzeng ends up having to push Vaughn into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#T1#
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Vaughn forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Tzeng jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Vaughn walks away with a smile on his face. Tzeng gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Darrion Vaughn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vaughn avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Vaughn feints the counter takedown.
Vaughn tries a head kick but it misses.
Tzeng attempts a counter takedown but Vaughn avoids it well and moves away.
Vaughn dips to his left and cracks Tzeng with an uppercut!
Vaughn stalks Tzeng and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tzeng's face. Tzeng staggers backwards, shaken.
Vaughn stalks Tzeng and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tzeng's face. Tzeng staggers backwards, shaken.
Vaughn throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Tzeng counters with a takedown into side control.

Vaughn sneaks out the side door and pushes Tzeng away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
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!
Tzeng gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Darrion Vaughn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vaughn throws a body punch but Tzeng moves out of range.
Vaughn lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tzeng at a distance.
Tzeng ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vaughn looking to land some kicks to the body here. #TD#
Tzeng closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Vaughn to the mat! Vaughn manages to get full guard. #T2#
Tzeng is pushing down on Vaughn's leg trying to pass to half guard. Vaughn is fighting to maintain full guard but Tzeng has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Tzeng maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Vaughn could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Tzeng has cracked it and Vaughn is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Tzeng!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: WCF 61: Road vs Archer
Date: Feb 27, 2021

#R1#
Decimal digs a good hook to Tzeng's body.
Decimal jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tzeng looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Decimal is fending him off so far but Tzeng persists. Nope, Decimal circles away and we're back to standing.
Decimal connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tzeng momentarily.
Decimal misses the jab.
Tzeng misses with a takedown attempt - Decimal sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Decimal lands with a thumping leg kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Tzeng or perhaps it was just good defense by Decimal, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Decimal defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tzeng.
Tzeng shoots in looking for a takedown. Decimal tries to sprawl out of it but Tzeng keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Decimal manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Decimal is fending him off so far but Tzeng persists. Nope, Decimal circles away and we're back to standing.
A head kick misses from Decimal.
Tzeng changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Decimal scores with a push kick.
Decimal misses with a few strikes there.
Decimal throws a shot from downtown. Tzeng moves away and avoids it.#T1##CL#
Tzeng fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Decimal, pushing him back against the cage.
Decimal working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tzeng jumps guard but Decimal turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Tzeng turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Decimal is looking to regain half guard here but Tzeng keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Tzeng tries for a kimura but Decimal is defending well. #SUB#
Tzeng looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Decimal manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T2#
Decimal is trying to maintain the position but Tzeng is very close to passing his half guard.
Tzeng is keen to just control but Decimal is a slippery customer.
Decimal moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Decimal throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Decimal looking for a sweep. Not yet Decimal, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tzeng is stalling in the full guard. #T3#
Decimal manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tzeng manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tzeng is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Decimal must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Decimal looking to pass the guard.
Tzeng keeping moving, preventing Decimal from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Decimal got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tzeng has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Decimal has managed to get both his arms back between Tzeng's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Decimal is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Tzeng is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Tzeng has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Tzeng trying to control but Decimal is working from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Tzeng'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.#T4#
Tzeng is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Decimal is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Decimal wants to sweep here but Tzeng controlling him for the moment.
Tzeng trying to control but Decimal is working from the bottom.
Tzeng trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tzeng trying to control but Decimal is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dewey Decimal dominated that round.
That's time! Tzeng's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A slow jab from Decimal misses its intended target.
Decimal connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tzeng. Tzeng circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Decimal throws the left hand but Tzeng avoids the punch easily.
Tzeng feinted with a counter takedown.
Decimal fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Tzeng blocks a head kick by Decimal.
Decimal misses with an uppercut. Tzeng saw that one coming.
Tzeng tries to clinch but Decimal moves out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Decimal.
Tzeng closes this distance looking for a takedown but Decimal circles away.#CL#
Decimal gets tackled into the cage by Tzeng. Tzeng maintains the clinch.
Tzeng blocking some punches.
Decimal lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short uppercut from Decimal. #BC2#
Decimal manages to break the clinch.
Tzeng slips under a jab.
Decimal throws the left hand but Tzeng avoids the punch easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Decimal scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Decimal tries to land a front kick but Tzeng steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T1#
Tzeng darts in looking for a takedown but Decimal gets double underhooks and turns Tzeng into the cage.
Decimal working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tzeng is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Decimal is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tzeng jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Decimal walks away with a smile on his face. Tzeng gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Decimal jabs at Tzeng's body.
Decimal scores with a jab to the body.
Decimal lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Decimal lands a nice looking body shot.
Dewey Decimal is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Decimal throws a lazy right hand but Tzeng sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tzeng tries to counter with a takedown but Decimal is quick to defend against it.#TD#
Tzeng is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Decimal's half guard.
Decimal moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tzeng trying to control but Decimal is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Tzeng drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Decimal dives on top into guard.#REVB##T2#
Decimal tries to free his leg and advance position but Tzeng is retaining full guard.
Decimal trying to control the position from guard on top but Tzeng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Decimal avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Tzeng working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Decimal doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Decimal manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tzeng will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Decimal trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Decimal keeps trying to improve his position.
Decimal with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3#
Tzeng keeping full guard, as Decimal tries to pass.
Tzeng keeping moving, preventing Decimal from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Decimal defends well.
Decimal in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Decimal controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Tzeng throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tzeng 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.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Decimal accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Tzeng has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Decimal can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Decimal trying to control but Tzeng is working from the bottom.
Decimal missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Decimal has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Decimal trying to control but Tzeng is working from the bottom.
Decimal wants to pass the guard but Tzeng is keeping the position.
Decimal is still trying to improve position.
Tzeng trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dewey Decimal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tzeng slips under a jab.
Nice body kick from Decimal.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dewey Decimal showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Tzeng's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Tzeng slips a straight right by Decimal.
Tzeng takes one on the button.
Tzeng will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A punch combination from Decimal misses.
Decimal lands a jab to Tzeng's midsection.
Decimal fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Decimal lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Decimal clobbers Tzeng with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Decimal scores with a kick to the midsection.
Tzeng shoots in for a takedown but Decimal shows good takedown defense.
Decimal misses with an uppercut. Tzeng saw that one coming.
A punch lands to the side of Tzeng 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tzeng tries to close the distance and clinch up but Decimal swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tzeng is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Decimal.
Tzeng ducks under a wild hook from Decimal.
Tzeng is trying hard to land a takedown here. Decimal sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Decimal throws a jab but it's blocked by Tzeng. #T1#
Decimal jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tzeng fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Decimal.
Decimal lands a nice looking body shot.
Decimal digs a good body shot into Tzeng's ribs.
Decimal throws a head kick that half lands.
Tzeng avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Decimal uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Dewey Decimal seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tzeng takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tzeng walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Decimal looks to land a body kick but Tzeng moved away.
Decimal throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tzeng on the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Tzeng shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Tzeng showed some decent athleticism there.
Shu Fang Tzeng has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Decimal is defending against the submission attempts here by Tzeng.
Decimal is looking for a sweep. Tzeng is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Decimal wants to get back to full guard but Tzeng has passed into side control.
Tzeng moves into full mount!
Tzeng misses with a head shot.
Decimal is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Decimal is controlling an arm, preventing Tzeng from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Decimal has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Decimal! #SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T4##SUB#
Tzeng is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Tzeng keeping full guard, as Decimal tries to pass.
Decimal pushes down on Tzeng's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Decimal is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tzeng defends it well.
Dewey Decimal is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tzeng keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Tzeng actively working from the bottom here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dewey Decimal comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Decimal 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: WCF WNF 37: Zynne vs Archer
Date: Jan 20, 2021

#R1#
Petrov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Petrov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Petrov fails to land the takedown.
Shu Fang Tzeng has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Peter Petrov.
Petrov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Petrov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL#
Tzeng has managed to clinch.
Petrov is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD#
Tzeng manages to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Petrov is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Tzeng has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Petrov is looking to defend but Tzeng has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Petrov! Tzeng pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Petrov taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: WCF 50: Khabib vs Turunen
Date: Dec 12, 2020

#R1#
Da Santiago wants to clinch.
Da Santiago is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tzeng swats away the attempt to clinch by Da Santiago.
Da Santiago fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Da Santiago tries to land a front kick but Tzeng steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tzeng drops down looking for a counter takedown but Da Santiago sprawls and moves away.
Da Santiago misses with a two punch combination. #TD#
Tzeng looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Da Santiago looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng 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. #SUB2#
Da Santiago is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Tzeng engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Tzeng forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Tzeng is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Da Santiago is just riding it out for now. Tzeng eventually gives up the hold.
Tzeng controlling the action here.
Tzeng is keen to just control but Da Santiago is a slippery customer.
We've been hearing good reports from Tzeng'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.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Da Santiago is defending against the submission attempts here by Tzeng.
Da Santiago is in trouble now - Tzeng has advanced to mount! #SUB#
Tzeng looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Tzeng has hold of Da Santiago's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Da Santiago manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger. #SUB#
Tzeng has hold of Da Santiago's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Da Santiago manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Da Santiago is trying to stand up.#T3#
Da Santiago stops Tzeng from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #SUB#
Tzeng working for a guillotine from mount but Da Santiago is in no mood to give up.
Da Santiago is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Tzeng tries to control but Da Santiago wriggling away. #SUB#
Tzeng is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Da Santiago is surviving well by controlling Tzeng's body position as best he can.
Da Santiago is looking to get to half guard.
Da Santiago is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Tzeng has taken his back.
A lull in the action here. #T4##SUB#
Tzeng has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Da Santiago is defending well but eventually Tzeng manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Da Santiago has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Our winner, Shu Fang Tzeng, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: BFC SYNDICATE 5
Date: Nov 06, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Tzeng shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Tzeng showed some decent athleticism there.
We've been hearing good reports from Tzeng'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.
Xiaodong is trying to stand up here but Tzeng is controlling him well.
Tzeng wants to free his trapped foot but Xiaodong is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Xiaodong pushes Tzeng off looking to stand but Tzeng dives back in and keeps control.
Xiaodong preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB#
Xiaodong is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Tzeng has latched onto it... Big trouble! Tzeng pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Xiaodong is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Tzeng!

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

Event: BFC Syndicate 4
Date: Sep 25, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Tzeng clinches up with Bataglia and pushes him back against the cage.
Tzeng pressing his opponent against the cage.
Bataglia being controlled against the cage.
Bataglia lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Bataglia escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tzeng fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bataglia throws a jab when Tzeng was well out of range.
Bataglia looks to throw the jab but Tzeng is out of range.
Shu Fang Tzeng seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tzeng closes the distance but Bataglia moves to the side
and Bataglia counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
A lazy left from Bataglia finds it's target.
Tzeng tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bataglia swivels and escapes.
Bataglia takes a swing at Tzeng's ribcage but misses.
Bataglia missing with a left hand there. Tzeng was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tzeng with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Bataglia to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tzeng takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bataglia leaves Tzeng with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bataglia let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've been informed that Bataglia has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Tzeng slips under a jab.#T2#
Tzeng avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tzeng tries for a takedown but Bataglia sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Tzeng fails with the takedown.
Tzeng shoots in but Bataglia avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Tzeng fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Tzeng shoots in but no luck this time.
Tzeng looks for a takedown but Bataglia sprawls well.#T3#
A combination from Bataglia does no damage.
Tzeng changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bataglia tries to avoid it but Tzeng manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bataglia to the ground. Bataglia escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bataglia scores with the left hand. Tzeng knows he should have avoided that one. #CL#
Tzeng clinches up with Bataglia and pushes him back against the cage.
Bataglia lands a body shot.
Bataglia slowing the pace effectively.
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but Bataglia has him pressed against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Bataglia. #BC2#
Bataglia breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tzeng changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bataglia tries to avoid it but Tzeng manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bataglia to the ground. Bataglia escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bataglia appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bataglia swings for the body but Tzeng moves out of range. #T4#
Bataglia circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bataglia dips to his left and cracks Tzeng with an uppercut!#CUT2#It looks like Shu Fang Tzeng has been cut.
Tzeng is looking to clinch but Bataglia is avoiding it.
Tzeng shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bataglia as he jumps to the side. #TD#
Tzeng closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bataglia is trying to stand up here but Tzeng is controlling him well. #SUB#
Tzeng is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bataglia sees it coming and defends easily.
Tzeng stops Bataglia from getting back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lorenzo Bataglia dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shu Fang Tzeng's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Tzeng rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bataglia counters with a solid body kick.
Tzeng shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bataglia counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bataglia misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Tzeng or perhaps it was just good defense by Bataglia, which made it look bad. #TD#
Tzeng looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng wants to free his trapped foot but Bataglia is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bataglia is trying to control but can't. #T1##SUB#
Tzeng is working for a kimura but Bataglia is defending it quite comfortably.
Tzeng seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bataglia does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Bataglia keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB#
Tzeng 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.
Tzeng is trying to control the action in half guard but Bataglia is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bataglia pushes Tzeng off looking to stand but Tzeng dives back in and keeps control.
Bataglia really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tzeng. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Tzeng is looking to advance position but Bataglia won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bataglia tries to roll over but Tzeng keeps him under control.#SUB#
Tzeng is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bataglia is just riding it out for now. Tzeng eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Tzeng is working for a kimura but Bataglia is defending it quite comfortably. #T3##SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura but Bataglia is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tzeng to get the leverage.
Shu Fang Tzeng overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tzeng wants to control but Bataglia is keeping him busy.
We've been hearing good reports from Tzeng's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Tzeng wants to work for an arm triangle but Bataglia is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Bataglia is looking to improve his position. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bataglia missing with punches from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Bataglia manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tzeng sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Bataglia's guard.
Tzeng is controlling the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tzeng trying to control from half guard but Bataglia is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shu Fang Tzeng dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Shu Fang Tzeng's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Tzeng keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bataglia.
Tzeng fails with a takedown attempt.
Tzeng shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bataglia sprawls well. Bataglia wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Tzeng gets slowly back to his feet.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tzeng.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. 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.
Tzeng has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tzeng there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Bataglia scores with a nice strike.
Bataglia defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tzeng.
Bataglia scores with a three punch combo!
Tzeng misses with a takedown
and Tzeng takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lorenzo Bataglia is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bataglia throws a jab but it's blocked by Tzeng.
Tzeng swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bataglia connects with a body shot that sends Tzeng's belly button to the back.
Tzeng is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bataglia sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T2#
Bataglia throws a body shot but no joy.
Bataglia defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tzeng.
Bataglia throws a body shot but no joy.
Tzeng moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tzeng tries for a takedown but Bataglia circles away easily
and Bataglia counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tzeng closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bataglia circles away.
Bataglia has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Tzeng throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Bataglia tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Tzeng is in Bataglia's guard.
Bataglia is looking to stand up but Tzeng isn't so interested in that idea.
Bataglia is trying to keep Tzeng in close. #T3#
Tzeng controls from within his opponent's guard.
Bataglia looking for a sweep. Not yet Bataglia, not yet.
Bataglia wants to get back to his feet but Tzeng passes into half guard.
Bataglia tries to get to full guard but Tzeng has control of the leg.
Bataglia throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Tzeng seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bataglia is refusing to be controlled, as Tzeng sits in half guard. #SUB#
Tzeng is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bataglia sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura but Bataglia is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tzeng to get the leverage.
Tzeng wants to take a breather but Bataglia is having none of it. #SUB#
Bataglia is defending against the submission attempts here by Tzeng.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tzeng trying to control the action but Bataglia is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lorenzo Bataglia really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shu Fang Tzeng's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R4#
Tzeng misses with a takedown attempt
and Bataglia counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tzeng is defended easily by Bataglia.
Bataglia bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tzeng's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bataglia counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tzeng fails with a takedown attempt.#T1##TD#
Bataglia gets caught napping as Tzeng dives in and scores a takedown. Bataglia manages to retain guard.
Bataglia wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Bataglia isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Tzeng stacks Bataglia on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Tzeng!#SUB#
Tzeng is trying to get an arm triangle but Bataglia is defending well. #T2#
Tzeng is staying tight to Bataglia's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Bataglia is trying to get back to half guard.
Bataglia is trying to buck Tzeng off.#SUB#
Tzeng is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bataglia knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Tzeng trying to control the position but Bataglia is working away. #T3##SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Bataglia has escaped the position, nice work there.
Tzeng trying to control the action but Bataglia is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Tzeng is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bataglia is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Bataglia can do anything to dispel that myth.
Bataglia is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Tzeng off and has taken his back!#T4#
Tzeng tries to escape but Bataglia has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Tzeng looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB2#
Tzeng fending off the submission attempt from Bataglia.
Bataglia doesn't have the hooks in and Tzeng manages to turn into his guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bataglia keeping moving, preventing Tzeng from controlling successfully.
Bataglia controlling Tzeng's posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Lorenzo Bataglia will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Shu Fang Tzeng's cut.
That's time! Tzeng's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Tzeng shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bataglia cracks a nice hook into Tzeng's ribs.
Bataglia throws a looping overhand right but Tzeng ducks down to avoid it.
Bataglia scores with a jab.
Tzeng shoots in for a double leg but Bataglia sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Tzeng shoots in but Bataglia avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. 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.
Bataglia misses with a wild body shot.
Tzeng shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bataglia pinned against the cage. Bataglia gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
Bataglia slips a straight right by Tzeng.
Tzeng shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bataglia makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bataglia keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Tzeng shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bataglia counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Shu Fang Tzeng has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Jab by Bataglia.
Tzeng doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tzeng shoots and misses
enabling Bataglia to counter with a crisp jab.
Bataglia connects with the punch.
Tzeng misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Bataglia to counter with a crisp jab.
Tzeng shoots in for a double leg but Bataglia sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A little jabbing left from Bataglia on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Tzeng throws an overhand right that lands on Bataglia's shoulder, as Bataglia tries to avoid the shot.
Bataglia uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tzeng.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice takedown defense from Bataglia. No joy for Tzeng on that attempt. #T3#
Tzeng closes the distance and clinches up with Bataglia, looking for a takedown. Tzeng pushes Bataglia against the cage but Bataglia circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bataglia lands a head shot.
Tzeng walks into a straight right hand from Bataglia.
Tzeng throws a leg kick
and Bataglia counters with a stiff right hand.
Tzeng wants to clinch
and Bataglia counters with a one-two to the body.
Tzeng tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Tzeng takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Bataglia wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bataglia lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bataglia misses with a straight right.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tzeng doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bataglia counters with an outside leg kick.
Bataglia scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lorenzo Bataglia seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bataglia scores with a body shot.
Tzeng misses with a shot to the body
and Bataglia counters with a stiff right hand.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 46:49
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 45:49
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 45:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lorenzo Bataglia!
Lorenzo Bataglia is the new bantamweight champion!

Event: BFC HARDCORE 4
Date: Sep 05, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tzeng takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A cross from Waller lands.
Waller scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Waller misses with a hook. Tzeng ducked under it nicely.
Waller looks to score with a jab to the body but Tzeng is just out of range.
Waller tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tzeng was well out of range. Poor timing from Waller.
Tzeng misses with a takedown
and Waller counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Waller displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Tzeng.
Waller throws a series of punches but Tzeng moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Waller is looking to counter punch.
Jack Waller has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shu Fang Tzeng.
Tzeng walks into a stiff left hand from Waller.#T1#
Waller misses with a jab to the body #TD2#
and Tzeng counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Waller on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Waller tries to get out of the position.
Waller is not content to let Tzeng control the position.
Waller wants to get back to full guard but Tzeng has mounted him!
Waller has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Waller trying desperately to get to his feet.
Waller has given up his back here. Will Tzeng look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Waller is keeping busy.
Waller is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Tzeng's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke. #SUB2#
Tzeng working for the choke. #T2##SUB2#
Waller is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Waller trying to control the hands but Tzeng won't let him.
Waller looking very determined here, making life difficult for Tzeng. #SUB2#
Tzeng has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Waller wants to get back to his feet. #T3##SUB2#
Waller defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Tzeng's arms. #SUB2#
Tzeng looking for the RNC.
Waller knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Tzeng on the ground.#SUB2#
Tzeng is working for a rear naked choke. Waller is not defending it well and Tzeng has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Waller refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Waller's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng is the new bantamweight champion!
Shu Fang Tzeng thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: BFC 18 : Carver Vs. Roger
Date: Aug 14, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tzeng on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Spencer has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#CL#
Tzeng takes the fight into the clinch.
Spencer tries to break the clinch but Tzeng is controlling the position. #BC2#
Spencer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tzeng takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Spencer throws the left hand but Tzeng avoids the punch easily.
Spencer lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nice cross by Spencer.
Spencer throws the left hand but Tzeng avoids the punch easily.
Spencer throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Spencer misses with a wild body shot.
Tzeng appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Tzeng walks into a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tzeng throws a head kick but Spencer moves out of range.
Spencer will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Spencer looks to land a left hand but Tzeng moved out of range nicely.#CL#
Tzeng instigates a clinch.
We've been hearing reports that Tzeng has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#T1#
Spencer looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Spencer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A telegraphed right hand from Spencer misses the target. #CL#
Tzeng clinches up with Spencer and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Spencer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tzeng ducks under a wild hook from Spencer.
Tzeng attempts a counter takedown but Spencer avoids it well and moves away.#CL#
Tzeng darts in and clinches Spencer up against the cage.
Tzeng has Spencer pressed against the cage, preventing Spencer from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Spencer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spencer throws a shot to the body.
Spencer digs a good hook to Tzeng's body.
Tzeng slips a straight right by Spencer.
Spencer misses with an uppercut. Tzeng saw that one coming.
Spencer misses with a looping right.
Tzeng tries to clinch there but Spencer circles away.
Tzeng ducks under a wild hook from Spencer.
Tzeng feinted with a counter takedown.#T2#
The fighters circling - Spencer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Spencer lands a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A slow jab from Spencer misses its intended target.
As Spencer tries to get set, Tzeng tries to push him back and clinch up but Spencer manages to avoid the attempt.
Nice sprawl there from Spencer as Tzeng shoots in.
A big right from Spencer misses.
Tzeng takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tzeng looks to score with a jab to the body but Spencer is just out of range.
Spencer scores with a jab.
Spencer looks to throw the jab but Tzeng is out of range.
Tzeng wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Tzeng wants to clinch.
Tzeng misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spencer.
Tzeng throws a jab but it's blocked by Spencer.
A little jabbing left from Spencer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tzeng blocks a jab.#T3#
Tzeng misses the shot to the body.
Spencer looks to throw the jab but Tzeng is out of range. #TD#
Tzeng darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Tzeng wants to pass to mount but Spencer is defending the position.
Tzeng is trying to control. Spencer wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tzeng passes to side control.
Tzeng trying to control the action but Spencer is working from the bottom.
Tzeng tries to move into full mount but can't pass Spencer's legs. #T4#
Spencer is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Tzeng has just dragged him back down to the mat.
A lull in the action here as Tzeng stalls from top position.#SUB#
Tzeng tries for a kimura but Spencer is defending well.
Spencer is not content to let Tzeng control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mark Spencer dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Spencer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tzeng.
Tzeng staying out of range there.
Spencer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tzeng defending well as Spencer loads up on a big left hand.
Spencer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Spencer lunges at Tzeng with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tzeng's hand.
Spencer misses with a hook #TD#
and Tzeng counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Spencer can do anything to dispel that myth.
Tzeng moves into full mount! Spencer won't be happy about that! #SUB#
Tzeng working for a guillotine from mount but Spencer is in no mood to give up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tzeng wants to take Spencer's back but he can't do it this time.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spencer wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here. #T1#
Tzeng seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Spencer is holding on tight.
Tzeng wants to control the pace but Spencer is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Tzeng has control of Spencer's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Spencer regains control of the situation pretty easily. #SUB#
Tzeng is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Spencer can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB#
Tzeng goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Spencer is on top in guard. #T2##SUB#
Tzeng has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Spencer should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Tzeng has tightened it up now! Spencer should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Our winner, Shu Fang Tzeng, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: BFC HARDCORE 3
Date: Jul 24, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Tzeng gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Tzeng is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Tzeng is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Turner actively working from the bottom here.
Tzeng is taking a breather. Turner 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.
Turner has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turner is looking for a sweep. Tzeng is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1##SUB#
Turner is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tzeng pulls his head out easily.
Tzeng trying to mount his opponent but Turner defends it.
Tzeng works his way into side control.
Tzeng trying to control the action but Turner is working from the bottom.
Turner prevents Tzeng from moving into mount.
Turner is looking to regain half guard here but Tzeng keeps moving and retains side control.
Tzeng tries to move into full mount but can't pass Turner's legs.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Turner is trying to escape the position but Tzeng is controlling the position. #T2#
Turner is looking for a sweep.
Tzeng is looking to take a break and control but Turner is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turner gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Tzeng fails to advance to Turner's back.
Tzeng controlling the pace for now.
Turner regains half guard.#SUB2#
Tzeng is working for a kimura but Turner is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Turner actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Turner trying to hold on to Tzeng's head to control him but Tzeng postures up.
Turner won't allow Tzeng to pass to mount.
The fighters are battling for position here. Turner manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Turner is trying to control the position but Tzeng postures up.
Tzeng sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Turner's guard.
Tzeng looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
It looks like Tzeng 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.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Turner looking for submissions off his back.
Turner has a hand on Tzeng's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Tzeng takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!#SUB2#
Tzeng working for a guillotine from mount but Turner is in no mood to give up.
Tzeng trying to control but Turner is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turner slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shu Fang Tzeng dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
No luck for Turner with that takedown attempt.
Turner misses with a takedown #CL2#
and Tzeng counters by clinching up.
The referee calls for Tzeng to work.
Tzeng prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Geroge Turner. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Turner tries for a takedown but Tzeng manages to get underhooks.
Turner has Tzeng pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Tzeng manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Turner is looking to take this one to the mat.
Turner tries to score a body lock takedown but Tzeng shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Turner has Tzeng pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Tzeng 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.
Turner wants a takedown but no success here.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Tzeng prevents a takedown attempt there. #TD2#
Tzeng manages to pull guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tzeng is on top in guard. #REVB##T1#
Tzeng is stalling in the full guard.
Turner looking to control but Tzeng passes into half guard. #SUB#
Turner looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tzeng performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Tzeng's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Tzeng is trying to control. Turner wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Turner looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Tzeng is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Turner is just riding it out for now. Tzeng eventually gives up the hold.
Tzeng perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Tzeng moves nicely into side control.
Tzeng works to advance to full mount. Turner defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
We've been informed that Tzeng has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Turner tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Turner is working hard here to advance position.
Tzeng takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Let's hope that Tzeng 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#
Turner avoids a series of strikes thrown by Tzeng.
Tzeng looking to control and managing it successfully.
Tzeng wants to take Turner's back but he can't do it this time.
Turner tries to improve his position but instead Tzeng has taken his back! #SUB2#
Tzeng has got one arm under Turner's chin. This could be trouble... Turner trying to control the other hand but Tzeng gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Turner has tapped out! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Shu Fang Tzeng!
A very excited looking Shu Fang Tzeng made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: AWC Play-Off Finals
Date: Jun 17, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tzeng tries to clinch up.
Haland throws out a counter right but Tzeng avoids it with no problem.#CL#
Tzeng rushes Haland and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Haland breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tzeng takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Haland just misses with a punch to the body.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Haland scores with a hook to the body. Tzeng takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Haland throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Tzeng counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Haland! #SUB#
Tzeng is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Haland knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Tzeng wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Haland, who protects the arm well. #T1#
Haland tries to escape but Tzeng is in control.
Haland really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tzeng. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Tzeng has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Haland is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Tzeng yanks on the arm and Haland is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Tzeng.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Shu Fang Tzeng!
A relieved looking Shu Fang Tzeng 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: AWC Play-Off Semi-Final
Date: May 31, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A telegraphed right hand from Viikate misses the target.
Viikate throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tzeng.
Viikate misses with a straight right. #CL#
Tzeng forces Viikate back against the cage and clinches.
Viikate throws a knee to the head but misses.
Tzeng wants to stall.
Viikate working aggressively here.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Viikate forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Viikate's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Viikate misses with a knee strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Viikate just stands there and leans against the cage.
Tzeng fails to pull guard.
Tzeng has been working on his balance at Fist of Fury Training Center, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Viikate.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Viikate doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T1#
Viikate using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body. #TD#
Tzeng jumps guard.
Viikate postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Viikate has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Viikate controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Tzeng working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Viikate doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Viikate manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Viikate passes Tzeng's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Tzeng wants to control but Viikate is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Viikate is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tzeng defends it well.
Tzeng is refusing to be controlled, as Viikate sits in half guard. #T2#
Tzeng is concentrating on defense, preventing Viikate from advancing position.
Tzeng is pressing down on Viikate's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Viikate avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Viikate passes into half guard.
Viikate wants to take a breather but Tzeng is having none of it.
Tzeng is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tzeng holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Tzeng is looking for a sweep. Viikate is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Viikate seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T3#
Tzeng wants to improve his position but Viikate is controlling well. #SUB2#
Viikate wants to work for an arm triangle but Tzeng is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Viikate pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Tzeng actively working from the bottom here.
Tzeng tries to roll over but Viikate keeps him under control.
Tzeng is refusing to be controlled, as Viikate sits in half guard.
Tzeng wants to control but Viikate is keeping busy.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tzeng is not content to let Viikate control the position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Tzeng clinches up against the cage.
Viikate misses with the head strike. #TD#
Tzeng ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Tzeng no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Viikate is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Tzeng is trying to control the position but Viikate postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tzeng keeping moving, preventing Viikate from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Viikate got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tzeng has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Viikate has managed to get both his arms back between Tzeng's legs - danger averted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Urho Viikate will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Tzeng checks a leg kick.
Urho Viikate seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Viikate throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Viikate misses with a body shot.
Tzeng is looking to counter the offense by Viikate and move into the clinch.
Viikate tries a low kick but Tzeng avoids it.
Tzeng is looking to counter the offense by Viikate and move into the clinch.
Tzeng uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Viikate.
Viikate tries a head kick but it misses. #CL#
Tzeng gets a clinch.
Tzeng on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Tzeng tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Viikate smiles and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viikate misses with a straight left.
Tzeng seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Viikate misses with a body shot. #CL2#
Viikate fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tzeng, pushing him back against the cage.
Tzeng on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Viikate won't allow it. #T1#
Tzeng blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Viikate is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tzeng is defending well for now.
Tzeng takes a knee to the side of the body. #TD#
Tzeng ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Tzeng no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Viikate is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Tzeng is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Tzeng looking for a guillotine here but Viikate defends easily.
Viikate cracks Tzeng with a solid left hand.#T2##SUB#
Tzeng had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Viikate defends it easily.
Viikate is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Tzeng escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Viikate gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Viikate avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Viikate tries to free his leg and advance position but Tzeng is retaining full guard. #T3#
Viikate stays in close to Tzeng's body and controls the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Viikate keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tzeng's head.
Tzeng looking to control.
Tzeng wants to sweep but no luck.
Viikate sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Tzeng has his foot on Viikate's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Viikate works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Viikate not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Tzeng circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tzeng tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Viikate manages to circle out of the way.
Viikate throws a lazy right hand but Tzeng sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tzeng circles away from the clinch attempt.
Viikate tries to clinch up.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Tzeng.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Viikate jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tzeng shoots in for a double leg but Viikate sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Tzeng avoids the body shot from Viikate.
Tzeng seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Viikate lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Viikate just misses with a punch to the body.
Tzeng wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Viikate throws a nice looking combination but Tzeng bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Urho Viikate showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Viikate throws a hook but Tzeng avoids it easily.
Viikate misses with a body shot. #CL#
Tzeng darts in and clinches Viikate up against the cage.
Viikate stalling in the clinch but Tzeng improves position.
Viikate misses with the head strike.
Viikate misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tzeng.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tzeng takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Viikate letting Tzeng take a breather here.
Tzeng pressing his opponent against the cage.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Tzeng for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viikate stalling in the clinch but Tzeng improves position.
Viikate misses with some punches.
Viikate leaning against his opponent.
Tzeng stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #T1#
Viikate misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Viikate to keep the fight standing.
Viikate is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tzeng is defending well for now.
Tzeng avoiding damage as Viikate throws knees to the body.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Viikate just stands there and leans against the cage.
Viikate trying to land knees to the body.
Viikate has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Tzeng seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Viikate can turn it around.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Viikate forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tzeng fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Viikate looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Tzeng leaning against his opponent.
Tzeng slows down the pace here.
Viikate has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but Viikate has him pressed against the cage.
Tzeng leaning his opponent against the cage.
Tzeng tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Viikate smiles and moves away. #T2#
Viikate throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL2#
Viikate moves into the clinch successfully.
Viikate lands a knee to the body.
Tzeng managing to block the knees to the body from Viikate. #TD#
Tzeng pulls Viikate into guard. #SUB#
Tzeng throws his legs up looking for a submission but Viikate uses it to pass to side control.
Viikate takes a little break here. Tzeng wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Tzeng is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Viikate is looking to take a break and control but Tzeng is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Urho Viikate has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Tzeng tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Tzeng's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Viikate landing strikes.
Viikate has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Tzeng wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Tzeng wants to control his opponent's hands but Viikate gets his hands free. #T4#
Viikate is looking to finish with some ground and pound!
Tzeng looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Viikate punches Tzeng on the ear. #SUB2#
Viikate working for a choke but Tzeng is defending well.
Viikate has good solid back control here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Viikate has the hooks in. Tzeng is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Urho Viikate really dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R4#
Tzeng uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Viikate.
Tzeng is looking to counter the offense by Viikate and move into the clinch.
Viikate finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tzeng leaves Viikate with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL#
Tzeng has managed to clinch. #TD#
Tzeng pulls guard effortlessly.
Viikate 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. #SUB#
Tzeng has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Viikate can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng keeping moving, preventing Viikate from controlling successfully. #T1##SUB#
Tzeng escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Viikate gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Tzeng trying to keep a closed guard but Viikate is proving a slippery customer.
Viikate connects with a couple of short punches.
Viikate passes Tzeng's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Tzeng actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Viikate is working for a kimura but Tzeng is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Tzeng actively working from the bottom here.
Viikate wants to control but Tzeng is keeping him busy.
Viikate lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Tzeng has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Viikate is working away from the top position though.
Well, if Viikate 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. #T3#
Tzeng has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Viikate is working away from the top position though.
Viikate content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Viikate connects with a nice short shot to Tzeng's temple. #SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Tzeng is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Viikate pulls his head out easily. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Viikate wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tzeng keeps working.
Viikate looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Tzeng rushes Viikate and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Tzeng prevents a body shot from Viikate.
Viikate lands a nice knee to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Viikate is stalling here.
Viikate misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tzeng wants to stall.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Urho Viikate will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Viikate throws an overhand right that lands on Tzeng's shoulder, as Tzeng tries to avoid the shot.
Viikate throws a good cross that connects.
Shu Fang Tzeng is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Viikate tries to close the distance and clinch but Tzeng swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Viikate jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tzeng slips under a jab from Viikate.
Tzeng tries to counter by clinching up but Viikate breaks away and moves out of range.
Viikate throws a body punch but Tzeng moves out of range.
Tzeng tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Viikate manages to circle out of the way.
Viikate looks for the body kick but Tzeng saw that one coming.
Nice sprawl there from Tzeng as Viikate shoots in.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viikate missing with a left hand there. Tzeng was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tzeng seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#CL#
Viikate tries to keep at a distance but Tzeng has taken the fight into the clinch.
Tzeng tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #T1#
Tzeng jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Viikate walks away with a smile on his face. Tzeng gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Viikate misses with a lunging right hand #CL#
and Tzeng counters by moving into the clinch. #TD#
Tzeng pulls guard successfully.
Viikate works over Tzeng with some ground and pound from guard.
Viikate with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Viikate not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Viikate advances to half guard.
Tzeng is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Viikate is thwarting Tzeng's attempts to control the position.
Tzeng is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Viikate in particular looking to stall.
Viikate is nestled in close to Tzeng, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Viikate wants to take a breather but Tzeng is having none of it.
Viikate stalling.
Tzeng is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Viikate's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Viikate's back!
Tzeng controlling well, preventing Viikate from escaping the position. #T3#
Viikate trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Viikate can't escape the position.
Viikate tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Viikate working to try and regain half guard. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Viikate has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Viikate!
Viikate is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Viikate wants to pass the guard but Tzeng is keeping the position.#T4#
Viikate stands up over Tzeng, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Tzeng is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Urho Viikate is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Viikate is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a triangle but Viikate pushes his legs off easily.
Viikate engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Viikate trying to control the position from guard on top but Tzeng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shu Fang Tzeng has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Viikate is posturing up here but Tzeng has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Viikate tries to roll out but it's too tight and Viikate has to tap! Slick submission there by Tzeng!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Shu Fang Tzeng!
After winning the bout, Shu Fang Tzeng thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: AWC S01 RD6 B
Date: May 03, 2020

#R1#
Tzeng slips under a jab from Viikate.
Tzeng steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Viikate.
Viikate tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tzeng was well out of range. Poor timing from Viikate.
Viikate misses with a hook. Tzeng ducked under it nicely.
Tzeng is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Nice takedown defense from Tzeng. No joy for Viikate on that attempt.
Viikate throws a hook but Tzeng blocks it.
Tzeng changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tzeng slips a straight right by Viikate.#TD2#
Tzeng throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Viikate tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Tzeng is in Viikate's guard.#SUB2#
Tzeng drops back, looking for a kneebar! Viikate looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Viikate looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Viikate! #REVR#
Viikate working the head and body with strikes.
Tzeng is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Tzeng keeps trying to improve his position.#T1#
Viikate wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tzeng keeps working.
You can see the frustration on Tzeng's face as Viikate controls the position.
Viikate landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Tzeng is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Tzeng trying to hold on to Viikate's head to control him but Viikate postures up.
Viikate looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tzeng tries to roll over but Viikate keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Viikate takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB2#
Tzeng actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tzeng has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Fist of Fury Training Center. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back.
Viikate is controlling the pace. #T3#
Viikate'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.
Viikate scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tzeng is looking to improve his position.
Viikate has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Viikate takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB2#
Tzeng actively working from the bottom here.#T4##SUB2#
Tzeng is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Viikate pulls his head out easily.
Viikate not doing much here.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Viikate connects with a nice short shot to Tzeng's temple.
Viikate is controlling the pace.
Tzeng tries to get to full guard but Viikate has control of the leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Viikate working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Tzeng wants to get back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Urho Viikate dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Viikate throws a hook but Tzeng avoids it easily.
Tzeng tries to counter by closing the distance.
Viikate throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tzeng slips a straight right by Viikate.
Tzeng moves in looking to clinch but Viikate pushes him off.
Tzeng keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Viikate.#CL2#
Tzeng moves into the clinch successfully.
Our sources have told us that Viikate has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Knees in the clinch landing for Viikate.
Viikate is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Viikate forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng jumps guard but Viikate stands there with Tzeng around his waist. Tzeng gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Tzeng prevents a body shot from Viikate.
Viikate is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Viikate throws a knee to the head but misses. #T1##TD2#
Tzeng manages to pull guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a triangle here but Viikate uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Viikate happy to just control the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tzeng is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Viikate is one step ahead and moves to full mount!#SUB#
Viikate looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Viikate scoring with strikes but Tzeng is staying in there.
Viikate with the ground and pound from mount.
Urho Viikate overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tzeng tries to lock up and control but Viikate gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Viikate is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tzeng can do to turn this around?
Tzeng really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T2#
Tzeng slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Nice strikes from Viikate there.
Viikate is trying to control. Tzeng wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Viikate is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Tzeng is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB#
Viikate is trying to work for a kimura but Tzeng is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Viikate drops an elbow to the side of Tzeng's head.
Tzeng is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Tzeng actively working from the bottom here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tzeng has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Viikate is working away from the top position though.#T3#
Viikate seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Tzeng is staying active underneath Viikate, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Tzeng trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Viikate manages to pass to mount!
Tzeng is desperately trying to improve his position but Viikate has a good base and remains in mount.
Viikate lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Tzeng wants to control but Viikate is having none of it.#SUB#
Viikate looking to secure an arm triangle but Tzeng defends it well.
Viikate wants to control the pace but Tzeng is squirming around nicely. #T4#
Tzeng slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Viikate landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Tzeng trying to control here.
Viikate looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Tzeng with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Tzeng wants to control but Viikate is keeping busy. #SUB#
Viikate is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Tzeng actively working from the bottom here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Urho Viikate 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Tzeng checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Viikate misses with a straight right.
Tzeng tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Tzeng closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tzeng is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#TD2#
Tzeng drags the fight down to the ground.
Viikate trying to control but Tzeng is working from the bottom.
Tzeng is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Viikate engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viikate wants to control from the top but Tzeng keeps moving.
Viikate controlling from the top position. #T1#
Viikate scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Tzeng looking for a triangle here. Viikate is fighting it but it looks tight! Tzeng pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Viikate is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: AWC S01 RD5 B
Date: Apr 12, 2020

#R1#
Tzeng fails with an attempt to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Tkach on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tkach pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL#
Tzeng moves into range and clinches up with Tkach.
Tzeng jumps guard but Tkach stands there with Tzeng around his waist. Tzeng gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Tkach misses with the head strike.
Tzeng jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Tkach walks away with a smile on his face. Tzeng gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Tzeng definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tkach misses with a right hand #TD#
and Tzeng counters with a shoot takedown. Tkach fights it but they end up in guard.
Tzeng works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Tkach is looking to control Tzeng's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tkach avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tkach defends it well. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Tkach doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tzeng. #SUB#
Tzeng seems to be working for a kimura but Tkach defends the submission attempt.#T1##SUB#
Tzeng is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura here.
Tkach keeping hold of Tzeng's head, controlling as best he can. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Tzeng is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking for a kimura but Tkach is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tzeng to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Tkach is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tzeng pulls his head out easily.
Tkach wants to improve his position but Tzeng is controlling well. #SUB#
Tzeng is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tkach is just riding it out for now. Tzeng eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Tkach is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Tzeng has latched onto it... Big trouble! Tzeng pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Tkach is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Tzeng!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: AWC S01 RD4 A
Date: Mar 22, 2020

#R1#
Haland fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tzeng manages to avoid it.
Haland definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Haland scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Haland scores with a hook to the body. Tzeng takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Haland uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tzeng has time to react.
Haland misses with an uppercut.
Markus Haland seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tzeng gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Haland.
Haland listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Haland throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tzeng stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tzeng wants to clinch.
Haland ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tzeng moves away.
Tzeng is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
A slow jab from Haland misses its intended target.
Tzeng walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tzeng moves out of range of the strikes.
Tzeng is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Haland throws an overhand right that lands on Tzeng's shoulder, as Tzeng tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Tzeng staying out of range there.
Tzeng drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Haland defends it well.
Tzeng slips under a jab from Haland.
Haland throws an overhand right that lands on Tzeng's shoulder, as Tzeng tries to avoid the shot.
Tzeng wants to counter with a clinch but Haland pushes him away.
Markus Haland is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tzeng slips under a jab from Haland.
Haland lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Haland throws a jab when Tzeng was well out of range.
Tzeng feints the counter takedown.
Haland lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tzeng at a distance.
Haland swats away the attempt to clinch by Tzeng.
Tzeng uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Haland.
Tzeng wants to counter with a clinch but Haland pushes him away.
Good standup being displayed there by Haland as he connects with a hook.
Tzeng on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tzeng's coach down at Fist of Fury Training Center was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Tzeng's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Tzeng moves out of range of the strikes.
Haland throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A left lands for Haland.#T2#
Tzeng keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Haland.
Haland lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tzeng wants to clinch
and Haland counters with a stiff right hand.
Tzeng moves in looking to clinch but Haland pushes him off.
Tzeng has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tzeng there as he acknowledges the shot.
Haland cracks Tzeng with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Haland lands a jab to the nose.
Haland connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tzeng momentarily.
Haland scores with the left hand. Tzeng knows he should have avoided that one.
Tzeng takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Nice defenses there by Tzeng.
Tzeng ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tzeng staying out of range there.
Tzeng steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Haland.
Haland is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tzeng is looking to clinch but Haland is avoiding it. #T3#
Tzeng tries to clinch up
and Haland counters with a left to the body.
Good shot there by Haland.
Tzeng tries to clinch but Haland moves out of range.
Nice jab there from Haland.
Tzeng takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A looping hook to the body misses from Haland. Tzeng does a little dance to reset his feet.
Haland sizes up Tzeng with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Haland lands a right hook to the body.
A jab from Haland does it's job there.
Haland listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tzeng is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tzeng tries to close the distance and clinch up but Haland swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T4#
Haland bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Haland throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Haland clobbers Tzeng with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tzeng takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Haland loads up on a big right hand but Tzeng slips the punch.#CL2#
Tzeng closes the distance and clinches.
Haland working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Haland can't find room to land a body shot as Tzeng controls the action. #TD2#
Tzeng decides to pull guard. #SU#
Tzeng is working an open guard so Haland takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Haland is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tzeng.
Tzeng wants to counter the offense by Haland and move into the clinch position.
Tzeng keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Haland.
Haland is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Haland digs a good body shot into Tzeng's ribs.
Haland swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tzeng tries to counter with a clinch but Haland shakes him off and moves away.
Tzeng ducks under a wild hook from Haland.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Markus Haland dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Haland sizes up Tzeng with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Haland throws a looping overhand right but Tzeng ducks down to avoid it.
Tzeng steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Haland.
Tzeng has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Haland throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Good standup being displayed there by Haland as he connects with a hook.
Tzeng takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tzeng tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Haland paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Haland misses with a straight right.
Haland connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tzeng slips under a jab.
Tzeng tries to counter with a clinch but Haland shakes him off and moves away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tzeng looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haland tests Tzeng's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tzeng walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T1#
Haland lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tzeng slips under a jab from Haland.
Haland is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tzeng. #CL2#
Tzeng gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Tzeng gets control of Haland's arms and successfully pulls guard. Tzeng will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Haland would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Haland doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Haland manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Tzeng escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Haland gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SU#
Haland stands and steps away. Tzeng gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Haland cracks Tzeng with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Haland lands a glancing blow to the side of Tzeng's head.
Tzeng slips under a jab.
Tzeng tries to close the distance and clinch but Haland swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tzeng on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tzeng tries to clinch up
and Haland connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice shot by Haland.
Haland misses with a looping left.
Tzeng tries to counter by closing the distance.
Tzeng tries to clinch up but Haland circles away and keeps his distance.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Haland throws a body punch but Tzeng moves out of range.
Markus Haland is winning the standup battle so far.
Haland misses with a hook.
Tzeng walks into a jab.#T3#
Tzeng ducks under a wild hook from Haland.#CL2#
Tzeng clinches with his opponent.
Tzeng blocks a body shot from Haland. #TD2#
Tzeng drags the fight down to the ground.
Tzeng not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Tzeng working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Haland doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Haland manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tzeng is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Haland is looking to stand up but Tzeng won't let him. #SU#
Haland gets to his feet - Tzeng follows without any prompting.
Haland wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tzeng walks into a left hand.
Tzeng slips a straight right by Haland.
Haland takes a swing at Tzeng's ribcage but misses. #T4#
A big right from Haland misses.
Haland works Tzeng's body with a nice hook.
Haland circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tzeng on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Shu Fang Tzeng is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big right from Haland misses.
Haland connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tzeng tries to close the distance and clinch up but Haland swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A little feinted left hand from Haland on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Haland throws a nice looking combination but Tzeng bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Haland is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tzeng can do to turn this around?#CL2#
Tzeng moves into range and clinches up with Haland.#TD2#
Tzeng ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Tzeng no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Haland doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Tzeng is tightening it up a little... Haland has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Haland reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Haland taps out! Nice BJJ there by Tzeng!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Shu Fang Tzeng!
A very excited looking Shu Fang Tzeng made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: AWC S01 RD3 A
Date: Mar 01, 2020

#R1#
Tzeng tries to clinch there but Rutheford circles away.
Rutheford doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Rutheford loads up on a big right hand but Tzeng slips the punch.
Tzeng has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Rutheford finds it's way round the side to connect with Tzeng's head.
Rutheford bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tzeng's head backwards.
Tzeng tries to close the distance and clinch up but Rutheford swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Rutheford circles away from the clinch attempt
and Rutheford counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rutheford misses with a telegraphed body shot #CL#
and Tzeng holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #T1#
Tzeng tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Rutheford just stands there and leans against the cage.
Tzeng jumps guard but Rutheford turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Tzeng fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Tzeng has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Rutheford uses from the top position. #SUB#
Tzeng is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Rutheford must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Rutheford is sitting in close to Tzeng's body. Tzeng has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Rutheford is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Rutheford is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Tzeng.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Shu Fang Tzeng!
A very excited looking Shu Fang Tzeng made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Randy Rutheford was interviewed post fight and said 'Well fuck'.

Event: AWC S01 RD2 A
Date: Feb 09, 2020

#R1##CL#
Lucifer moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Tzeng pulls guard effortlessly.
Lucifer 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. #SUB2#
Tzeng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lucifer is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Tzeng looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Lucifer has picked Tzeng up and slammed him! Tzeng can't keep hold of the triangle and Lucifer manages to pass to side control!
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Tzeng struggling a bit here.
Tzeng is trying to escape the position but Lucifer is controlling the position.
Tzeng stops Lucifer from passing to mount.
Lucifer working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucifer controls the position.
Tzeng wants to control but Lucifer postures up.#T1#
Lucifer controlling from side mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tzeng is trying to get back to half guard.
Tzeng wants to control but Lucifer postures up.
You can see the frustration on Tzeng's face as Lucifer controls the position.
Tzeng tries to bench press Lucifer off him but Lucifer keeps the position.
Tzeng is trying to work for a sweep but Lucifer has mounted him!
Lucifer controlling from mount.
Tzeng looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tzeng prevents Lucifer from taking his back.#T2#
Lucifer trying to control but Tzeng is having none of it.
Lucifer is really struggling to control Tzeng but he's trying to hold on to the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tzeng keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Lucifer tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Tzeng is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Lucifer controlling from the full mount.
Tzeng is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Tzeng working to try and regain half guard.
Tzeng wants to hold on but Lucifer pushes him away.
Lucifer looking to control but Tzeng is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Tzeng is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Lucifer controlling from the full mount.
Tzeng can't escape the position.
Tzeng slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Lucifer is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tzeng defends it well. #T4#
Lucifer prevents Tzeng from improving his position.#SUB2#
Tzeng actively working from the bottom here.
Lucifer looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Lucifer is looking to take a break and control but Tzeng is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Tzeng actively working from the bottom here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chrollo Lucifer dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Lucifer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lucifer throws a lazy right hand but Tzeng sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tzeng tries to counter by closing the distance.
Lucifer misses with an uppercut.
Tzeng tries to counter by closing the distance.
Lucifer throws a shot from downtown. Tzeng moves away and avoids it.
Lucifer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tzeng.
Lucifer misses with a straight right.
Tzeng tries to counter by closing the distance.
Lucifer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lucifer is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Tzeng ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL#
Lucifer gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Tzeng jumps guard.
Lucifer 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Tzeng is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tzeng is trying to keep Lucifer in close. #T1##SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lucifer advances to half guard.
Lucifer keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Lucifer is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tzeng defends it well.
Tzeng trying to control here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Lucifer trying to control from half guard but Tzeng is working away. #SUB2#
Tzeng actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Tzeng looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back.
Chrollo Lucifer overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lucifer keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Lucifer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tzeng can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Tzeng is defending against the submission attempts here by Lucifer.
Lucifer is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T3#
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#SUB2#
Tzeng actively working from the bottom here.
Tzeng tries to roll over but Lucifer keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Tzeng actively working from the bottom here.
Lucifer is figuring out what he wants to do next.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Tzeng swats away the attempt to clinch by Lucifer.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Lucifer wants to clinch.
Tzeng with the counter takedown but Lucifer avoids it easily.#CL2#
Tzeng clinches.
Tzeng taking a breather.#TD2#
Tzeng pulls guard.
Tzeng being controlled here, momentarily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Tzeng working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Lucifer has passed into half guard! #SUB#
Lucifer is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Tzeng sees it coming and defends easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chrollo Lucifer dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Tzeng clinches up against the cage.
Lucifer tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #TD2#
Tzeng manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Lucifer engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Tzeng throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lucifer stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tzeng swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucifer passes Tzeng's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
Lucifer controlling the action here.
Lucifer tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tzeng knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Lucifer wants to control but Tzeng is keeping him busy.
Lucifer is looking to advance position but Tzeng won't allow it.
Lucifer not doing much here. #SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lucifer is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Lucifer has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Tzeng wants to improve his position but Lucifer is controlling well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Lucifer in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Tzeng looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Lucifer controlling the action here.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Lucifer throws a jab when Tzeng was well out of range.#CL#
Lucifer clinches up with Tzeng and pushes him back against the cage.
Lucifer throws a knee to the head but misses.
A head punch on the inside from Lucifer fails to land.
Lucifer throws a head punch that misses.
Lucifer with an attempt at a knee that misses. #TD2#
Tzeng drags the fight down to the ground.
Tzeng is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Lucifer avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lucifer content to stall in guard here. #T4##SUB#
Lucifer drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lucifer jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Tzeng is looking for a triangle but Lucifer pushes his legs off easily.
Lucifer controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lucifer looking to pass the guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lucifer content to stall in guard here.
Shu Fang Tzeng has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chrollo Lucifer is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Chrollo Lucifer showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Lucifer 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 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chrollo Lucifer!
In his post fight interview, Chrollo Lucifer gave a big smile as he said 'This one was for the Cromulent, we will reign over all alliances.'.

Event: AWC S01 RD1 B
Date: Jan 19, 2020

#R1#
Tzeng looks to clinch
and Tzeng takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Empire goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Empire turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tzeng moves out of range of the body kick from Empire .
Empire throws a shot to the body.
Tzeng drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Empire lands an overhand right.
Empire moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tzeng takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tzeng tries to clinch but Empire is having none of it.
Tzeng is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Empire dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tzeng tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Empire paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Empire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tzeng seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Tzeng tries to close the distance and clinch but Empire swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Empire has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Empire misses with an uppercut. Tzeng saw that one coming.
Empire swats away the attempt to clinch by Tzeng.
Tzeng walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T2#
Tzeng walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Evil Empire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tzeng is looking to clinch.
Empire looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Empire with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tzeng tries to close the distance and clinch but Empire swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Evil Empire is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Empire buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tzeng walks into a stiff left hand from Empire .#CL#
Tzeng has managed to clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Empire scores with a shot to the side of Tzeng's head.
Empire lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tzeng backwards.
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but Empire has him pressed against the cage.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Empire holds him up against the cage and eventually Tzeng drops back down to his feet.
Tzeng definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T3#
A right hook to the body lands for Empire . #BC2#
Empire breaks the clinch.
Tzeng tries to clinch up.
Empire misses the shot to the body.
Tzeng takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Empire closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Empire clobbers Tzeng with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Empire is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tzeng had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Tzeng uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Empire .
Empire swings for the body but Tzeng moves out of range.
Empire scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Empire scores with a jab to the head. #T4#
Tzeng tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Empire throws a body shot but no joy.
As Empire tries to get set, Tzeng tries to push him back and clinch up but Empire manages to avoid the attempt.
Empire clobbers Tzeng with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tzeng keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Empire does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Tzeng seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Empire lands a right hook to the body.
Empire comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tzeng moves to clinch but Empire breaks away
and Empire counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Empire wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evil Empire dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Empire lands with a hook. Tzeng tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tzeng shoots for a double leg takedown but Empire sprawls well. He's pushed Tzeng's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Empire lands with a straight right. Tzeng didn't see that one coming.
Tzeng is looking to clinch but Empire is avoiding it.
Shu Fang Tzeng is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tzeng shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tzeng drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Empire circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jab, jab by Empire - just one landing.
Empire swats away the attempt to clinch by Tzeng.
Empire throws out a counter right but Tzeng avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Empire lands a jab to Tzeng's midsection.
Empire connects with a body shot.
Empire 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tzeng under the eye.
Empire throws a series of punches but Tzeng avoids them all with ease.
As Empire tries to get set, Tzeng tries to push him back and clinch up but Empire manages to avoid the attempt.
Empire avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tzeng tries to clinch but Empire moves out of range.
Tzeng uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Empire .
Empire connects with a single shot there.
Tzeng looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Empire .#T2#
Empire is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tzeng on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Empire getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Empire works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Empire takes a swing at Tzeng's ribcage but misses.
Empire is looking to slow Tzeng down with leg kicks.
Good shot there by Empire .
Evil Empire seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Empire lands a lovely overhand right.
Empire throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tzeng stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Empire connects with a jab.#T3#
Tzeng doesn't manage to clinch there - Empire circles away.
Empire now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Empire looks to land a right hand but Tzeng moved out of range.
Tzeng is looking to counter the offense by Empire and move into the clinch.
Tzeng doesn't manage to clinch there - Empire circles away.
Tzeng doesn't manage to clinch there - Empire circles away.
Tzeng takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tzeng tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Empire manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tzeng takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Empire throws a right and a left that Tzeng avoids nicely.
Empire misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Tzeng tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Tzeng takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tzeng sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tzeng looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tzeng tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Empire scores with a nice head shot.
Nice cross by Empire .
Tzeng takes one to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evil Empire showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Tzeng's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
A good leg kick by Empire .
Empire has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Empire lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tzeng tries to close the distance and clinch up but Empire swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Empire now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Empire uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tzeng tries to clinch but Empire moves away
and Empire counters with a right hand to the body.
Empire lands with a thumping leg kick.
A big left from Empire misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Empire throws a series of punches but Tzeng avoids them all with ease.
Tzeng darts in trying to clinch
and Empire counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Tzeng moves in looking to clinch but Empire pushes him off.
Empire throws a counter combo.
Empire lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tzeng takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Empire buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tzeng tries to clinch up.
Tzeng on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tzeng tries to close the distance and clinch up but Empire swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tzeng takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Empire scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
A cross from Empire lands.
Empire connects with a single shot there.
Tzeng takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A jab from Empire finds it's way through Tzeng's defenses.
Empire swings and misses with a shot to the body#CL#
and Tzeng counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Empire lands a left hand.
Empire lands a shot to the body.
Empire lands a shoulder strike. #TD#
Tzeng manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Empire postures up. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking to cinch up a triangle. Empire throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Tzeng's body to avoid the submission. Tzeng has instead reached around Empire 's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Tzeng arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 25, 2019

#R1#
Good work by Empire as he checks the leg kick.
Shu Fang Tzeng seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tzeng tries a head kick but it misses.
Tzeng throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Empire changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tzeng swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Empire feints the counter takedown.
Tzeng misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tzeng throws out a loose jab but Empire uses good head movement to avoid it.
Empire with the counter takedown but Tzeng avoids it easily.
Tzeng throws a chopping leg kick but Empire manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng misses with a head kick.
Empire feints the counter takedown.
Tzeng misses with a wild combination. #T1#
Tzeng throws a series of punches but Empire moves out of range.
Empire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
An inside leg kick from Tzeng misses.
Empire is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A slow jab from Tzeng misses its intended target.
Empire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tzeng fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Empire manages to avoid it.
Empire is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Shu Fang Tzeng is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Empire uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tzeng.
And Empire tries to counter it with a takedown but Tzeng pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tzeng pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And Empire tries to counter it with a takedown but Tzeng pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Empire blocks a head kick by Tzeng.
Empire steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tzeng.
Empire blocks a head kick by Tzeng.
Empire feints the counter takedown.#T2#
Empire avoids the head kick by Tzeng.
Tzeng misses with a few strikes there.
And Empire tries to counter it with a takedown but Tzeng pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Empire dodges the punch combination from Tzeng.
Tzeng jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And Empire tries to counter it with a takedown but Tzeng pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tzeng throws a low kick but it's checked well by Empire .
Empire steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tzeng.
Empire is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tzeng throws a body punch but Empire moves out of range.
Empire changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tzeng misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Empire counters with a nice double leg into side control. Tzeng won't be happy with that. #T3#
Empire tries to advance to mount but can't.
Empire wants to stand but Tzeng has his arm trapped.
Tzeng is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Empire is controlling him well.
Tzeng trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Empire remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Tzeng wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tzeng throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
And Empire tries to counter it with a takedown but Tzeng pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tzeng fails to land with a series of punches.
Empire slips under a jab from Tzeng.
Empire is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tzeng fails to land with a series of punches.
Empire drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tzeng defends it well.
Some wild striking there from Tzeng.
Empire drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tzeng defends it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shu Fang Tzeng dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Tzeng throws a nice looking combination but Empire bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tzeng throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Empire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tzeng throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tzeng pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tzeng fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Empire manages to avoid it.
Empire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tzeng throws a sloppy head kick and Empire moves out of range easily.
Empire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tzeng throws a head kick that misses.
Empire changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tzeng throws the kick towards the body but Empire avoids it.#T1#
Empire avoids a punch combination nicely.
Empire showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tzeng.
And Empire tries to counter it with a takedown but Tzeng pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tzeng takes a swing at Empire 's ribcage but misses.
Empire feints the counter takedown.
Tzeng throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Empire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tzeng throws a front kick aimed at Empire 's knee but Empire avoids it well.
Tzeng misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Empire counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Empire .
Tzeng keeping moving, preventing Empire from controlling successfully. #T2#
Tzeng wants to stand but Empire is controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Empire looking to sit in guard and control but Tzeng gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Empire has a closed guard, preventing Tzeng from standing up.
Empire not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tzeng wanted to stand there but Empire had control of the position. #T3#
Empire looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Empire wants to stand and escape but Tzeng is having none of it.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Empire tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Tzeng misses with the combination.
Empire feints the counter takedown.
Tzeng pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Empire avoids the head kick by Tzeng.
Shu Fang Tzeng is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tzeng looks to throw the jab but Empire is out of range.
Empire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T4#
Tzeng looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tzeng throws a series of punches but Empire moves out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Tzeng. Those never looked like landing.
Tzeng throws a body shot but no joy.
Empire takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Empire with the counter takedown but Tzeng avoids it easily.
Tzeng tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tzeng throws a body shot but no joy.
Tzeng looks for the body kick but Empire saw that one coming.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shu Fang Tzeng dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Tzeng misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Tzeng misses the target.
Empire is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Empire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tzeng.
Tzeng pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Empire with the counter takedown but Tzeng avoids it easily.
Sloppy strikes from Tzeng. Those never looked like landing.
Empire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tzeng throws a sloppy head kick and Empire moves out of range easily.
Empire drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tzeng defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng looks to score with a jab to the body but Empire is just out of range.
Empire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tzeng fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Empire checks it well.
Empire drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tzeng defends it well.
Tzeng misses with a body shot.
Empire feints the counter takedown.#T1#
Tzeng misses with a series of wild punches.
Tzeng misses with a body kick.
Empire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tzeng throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Empire is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tzeng pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tzeng misses with a body kick.
Tzeng throws the kick towards the body but Empire avoids it.
Empire is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tzeng misses with a two punch combination.
Empire is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tzeng misses with a low kick.
Empire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T2#
Tzeng rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Empire moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tzeng throws a front kick aimed at Empire 's knee but Empire avoids it well.
Empire is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tzeng throws a low kick but Empire moves out of range easily.
And Empire tries to counter it with a takedown but Tzeng pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tzeng fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Empire manages to avoid it.
Tzeng throws the kick towards the body but Empire avoids it.
Empire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tzeng takes a swing at Empire 's ribcage but misses.
Tzeng misses with a double jab.
Empire avoids the head kick by Tzeng. #T3#
Tzeng throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tzeng throws out a leg kick but Empire moves out of range and Tzeng only half commits.
Empire with the counter takedown but Tzeng avoids it easily.
Tzeng throws a leg kick that misses.
And Empire tries to counter it with a takedown but Tzeng pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tzeng misses with a jab, cross combination.
Empire blocks the body kick.
Empire feints the counter takedown.
Evil Empire has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Empire checks a low kick from Tzeng.
Empire tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tzeng throws a right hand that Empire ducks under and follows up with a left that Empire also avoids with ease.
Tzeng swinging wildly here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
Tzeng looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Empire counters with a shoot takedown. Tzeng fights it but they end up in guard.
Evil Empire has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tzeng keeping full guard, as Empire tries to pass.
Empire trying to stand up but can't free himself from Tzeng's guard.
Empire really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tzeng. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Tzeng wants to stand up but Empire is controlling him.
Tzeng utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#ES#
Tzeng kicks Empire off and gets to his feet.
Shu Fang Tzeng is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A clash of legs there as Empire blocks the low kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Shu Fang Tzeng showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tzeng, 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:27

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

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