Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: WCF 95: Sepi vs Jones
Date: Oct 23, 2021

#R1##CL2#
OBrien gets tackled into the cage by Grigorian. Grigorian maintains the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Grigorian.
OBrien misses with a knee to the head.
I was talking to OBrien's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
OBrien jumps guard but Grigorian turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Grigorian has a couple of punches blocked by OBrien.
OBrien is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
OBrien tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Grigorian smiles and moves away.
Grigorian just misses with a punch to the body.
OBrien is looking for a counter combo.#CL2#
Grigorian has closed the distance and engaged OBrien in a clinch.
Grigorian tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A right hand to the body from Grigorian.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grigorian softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Grigorian throws an elbow but it misses. #BC#
OBrien pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
OBrien has Grigorian up against the cage in a clinch.
OBrien tries to land a knee to the head but Grigorian blocks with his arms. #T1#
Grigorian has a couple of punches blocked by OBrien.
Grigorian prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Paddy OBrien. That's going to take a lot out of him.
OBrien looking to throw knees to the head but Grigorian is blocking nicely.
Grigorian throws a punch but it's blocked by OBrien.
OBrien jumps guard but Grigorian stands there with OBrien around his waist. OBrien gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Grigorian lands with a short head shot on the inside.
OBrien can't get the takedown.
A head punch on the inside from Grigorian fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Grigorian.
OBrien leaning his opponent against the cage.
Grigorian misses with a hook from the clinch.
Grigorian scores with a shot to the side of OBrien's head.
A nice left hand lands by Grigorian.
OBrien connects with a nasty looking knee right to Grigorian's face. #CUT#It looks like Aram Grigorian has been cut.#T2#
OBrien looking to throw knees to the head but Grigorian is blocking nicely.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from OBrien.
OBrien's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
OBrien lands a hook that snaps the head of Grigorian backwards.
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!
OBrien trying to stall but Grigorian improves his position.
Grigorian lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of OBrien backwards.
Grigorian misses with the head strike.
OBrien avoiding damage. #BC2#
Grigorian breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
OBrien shoots in for a takedown but Grigorian shows good takedown defense. #CL#
OBrien drives through and clinches with Grigorian against the cage.
OBrien working some nice short punches in the clinch.
OBrien lands a shoulder strike.
Grigorian works on OBrien's body with a couple of short punches.
OBrien blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Grigorian wants to break the clinch but can't. #T3#
OBrien jumps guard but Grigorian stands there with OBrien around his waist. OBrien gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
OBrien misses with some punches.
OBrien with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #BC2#
Grigorian manages to break the clinch.
Grigorian scores with a jab to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Paddy OBrien has been cut.#CL2#
Grigorian takes the fight into the clinch.
Grigorian misses with a short punch on the inside.
OBrien wants to break free but Grigorian has control. #BC2#
Grigorian breaks from the clinch. #CL#
OBrien has taken the fight to the clinch.
OBrien makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Grigorian breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
OBrien gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
OBrien looking to slow down the pace here.#T4##BC#
OBrien breaks the clinch.
Aram Grigorian seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
OBrien clinches up against the cage.
Grigorian lands with a left to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short uppercut from Grigorian.
OBrien misses with a knee strike.
OBrien has Grigorian pushed against the cage.#BC2#
Grigorian breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Grigorian takes the fight into the clinch.
OBrien looking for a takedown.
Grigorian throws a head punch that misses.
A body shot lands from Grigorian.
Grigorian on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Grigorian lands with a short head shot on the inside.
OBrien blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aram Grigorian dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL2#
Grigorian pushes OBrien up against the cage in a clinch.
Grigorian has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
OBrien stalling in the clinch but Grigorian improves position.
OBrien misses with a knee strike.
Grigorian misses with a punch on the inside.
Grigorian working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Grigorian lands a right hand that snaps the head of OBrien backwards.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
OBrien lands a left hand that snaps the head of Grigorian backwards.
OBrien lands a left hand.
OBrien lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Grigorian scores with a shoulder strike.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Grigorian lands a right hand.
Grigorian lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Grigorian has OBrien pressed against the cage, preventing OBrien from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Grigorian misses with a hook from the clinch.
OBrien is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
OBrien with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T1#
OBrien looking to throw knees to the head but Grigorian is blocking nicely.
Grigorian lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Grigorian has a couple of punches blocked by OBrien.
OBrien trying to stall but Grigorian improves his position.
OBrien lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
OBrien wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Grigorian scores with a shot to the side of OBrien's head.
Grigorian misses with a hook from the clinch.
Grigorian misses with some punches.
Aram Grigorian seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
OBrien is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Grigorian pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC2#
Grigorian breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Grigorian instigates a clinch.
Grigorian managing to block the knees to the body from OBrien.
Grigorian lands a left hand that snaps the head of OBrien backwards.
OBrien blocking some punches.
OBrien stalling.
Grigorian has thrown a lot of knees so far in this fight and we're lead to believe that's something he's been working on the gym prior to this fight.#T2#
Grigorian makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by OBrien.
A left hand lands to the body for Grigorian.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
OBrien jumps guard but Grigorian stands there with OBrien around his waist. OBrien gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Grigorian working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
OBrien takes a shot to the head.
OBrien blocks a punch to the side of the head.
OBrien pressing his opponent against the cage.
Grigorian lands a right hand that snaps the head of OBrien backwards.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
OBrien with an attempt at a knee that misses. #BC2#
Grigorian manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Grigorian gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Grigorian looks to throw an elbow but misses. #T3#
Grigorian lands a shoulder strike.
OBrien is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
OBrien throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Grigorian blocks it with crossed arms.
OBrien is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Grigorian is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Paddy OBrien. That's going to take a lot out of him.
OBrien is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Grigorian scores with a nice short uppercut.
OBrien throws a knee to the head but misses.
Grigorian lands a hook to the side of the head.
Grigorian using the Thai plumb to throw knees but OBrien has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Grigorian lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Grigorian. #BC2#
Grigorian's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Grigorian gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Grigorian blocks an uppercut. #T4#
Grigorian lands with a light punch inside.
OBrien connects with a knee to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
OBrien blocks a punch to the side of the head.
OBrien scores with a nice hook to the head.
Grigorian tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Grigorian lands an elbow inside that OBrien shrugs off.
Grigorian managing to block the knees to the body from OBrien.
Grigorian lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Grigorian lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Grigorian lands a hook that snaps the head of OBrien backwards.
OBrien with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Grigorian misses with a punch on the inside.
Grigorian lands a left hand that snaps the head of OBrien backwards.
Grigorian lands with a short shot to the head.
Grigorian lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Grigorian breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aram Grigorian showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Grigorian looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
OBrien doesn't manage to clinch there - Grigorian circles away. #CL2#
Grigorian instigates a clinch.
OBrien with a knee to the head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Grigorian as OBrien tries to tie him up.
OBrien with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Come on OBrien - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense. #BC2#
Grigorian's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
OBrien tries to keep at a distance but Grigorian has taken the fight into the clinch.
OBrien blocking some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Grigorian.
Grigorian misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
OBrien blocking some punches.
OBrien misses with a knee to the head.
OBrien tries to land a knee to the head but Grigorian blocks with his arms. #BC2#
Grigorian manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Grigorian closes the distance and clinches.
OBrien misses with a knee to the head. #BC2#
Grigorian breaks the clinch.
Grigorian getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Grigorian tries to clinch but OBrien is having none of it.
Grigorian connects with a crisp jab.
OBrien falls off balance throwing a combination
and Grigorian counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #CL2#
Grigorian darts in and clinches OBrien up against the cage.
OBrien with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Aram Grigorian is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Grigorian lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Grigorian lands a nice uppercut.
OBrien stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Grigorian lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Grigorian scores with a shot to the side of OBrien's head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
OBrien tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
OBrien throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Grigorian blocks it with crossed arms. #BC2#
Grigorian breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Grigorian closes the distance and clinches. #T3#
OBrien is trying to stall. #BC2#
Grigorian's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Grigorian clinches.
OBrien trying to stall but Grigorian improves his position.
OBrien throws a head punch that misses.
OBrien using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Grigorian has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
OBrien tries a knee to the head but Grigorian blocks it.
OBrien tries for a takedown. No joy.
OBrien with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T4#
OBrien blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Grigorian.
OBrien is struggling to control the position.
OBrien stalling.
OBrien gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.#BC#
OBrien breaks the clinch.
Grigorian avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Paddy OBrien has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2#
Grigorian clinches.
OBrien using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Grigorian has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
OBrien blocking some punches.
OBrien tries to land a knee to the head but Grigorian blocks with his arms.
OBrien has a couple of punches blocked by Grigorian.

And that's the end of the fight!
Aram Grigorian comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Grigorian 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 Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: WCF 90: Escalante vs Khabib
Date: Sep 18, 2021

#R1#
Rodrigues throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
OBrien digs a good hook to Rodrigues's body.
A slapping leg kick lands for OBrien.
Rodrigues tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and OBrien counters with a two punch combo.
OBrien lands a nice looking body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
OBrien gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Rodrigues jumps guard but OBrien stands there with Rodrigues around his waist. Rodrigues gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Rodrigues jumps guard but OBrien stands there with Rodrigues around his waist. Rodrigues gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
OBrien told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.#T1#
Rodrigues tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. OBrien smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Rodrigues. That's going to take a lot out of him.
OBrien works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CL2#
OBrien has managed to clinch.
OBrien stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Rodrigues jumps guard but OBrien turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Rodrigues jumps guard but OBrien turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
OBrien lands a hook to the side of the head.
OBrien displaying some good clinch control by pressing Rodrigues up against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by OBrien. #T2#
Rodrigues jumps guard but OBrien turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
OBrien using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Rodrigues has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike. #TD#
Rodrigues manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Rodrigues 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! OBrien rolls with it to try and escape but Rodrigues cranks on the arm and OBrien is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Samuel Rodrigues!
Samuel Rodrigues 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: WCF 86: Khabib vs Bender
Date: Aug 21, 2021

#R1##CL#
OBrien has Ganevski up against the cage in a clinch.
OBrien leaning his opponent against the cage.
Ganevski can't find room to land a body shot as OBrien controls the action.
OBrien tries to land a knee to the head but Ganevski blocks with his arms.
Ganevski is trying to break free.#TD#
OBrien manages to pull guard.
Ganevski won't allow OBrien to sweep him here.
Ganevski is looking to stand up but OBrien won't let him.
Ganevski must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
OBrien has control of Ganevski's left arm, preventing Ganevski from doing any damage.
Ganevski wants to stand but OBrien is controlling his posture from full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OBrien is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB#
OBrien has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Ganevski should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, OBrien has tightened it up now! Ganevski 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 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Paddy OBrien!
Paddy OBrien took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'Thank you everyone . I need to his w'.

Event: WCF WNF 63: Ronaldo vs Somchai
Date: Jul 21, 2021

#R1##TD2#
OBrien shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Yonic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Yonic regains full guard. Nicely done.
OBrien must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Yonic is trying to keep OBrien in close.
Yonic wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OBrien wants to stand but Yonic has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
OBrien preventing the sweep.
Yonic 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.#T1#
Yonic pulls OBrien in to control the position.
OBrien wants to stand but Yonic has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
OBrien fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Yonic, pushing him back against the cage.
OBrien lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #CUT2#It looks like Island Yonic has been cut.
OBrien with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #TD2#
OBrien lands a takedown into guard.
OBrien wants to control from the top but Yonic keeps moving. #SUB#
Yonic throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T2#
Yonic keeping moving, preventing OBrien from controlling successfully.
OBrien passes Yonic's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Yonic is trying to get back to full guard.
Yonic is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T3#
OBrien tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Yonic.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
OBrien wants to control but Yonic is keeping him busy.
Yonic slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Yonic seems keen to control OBrien's posture.#SUB#
Yonic 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! OBrien rolls with it to try and escape but Yonic cranks on the arm and OBrien is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Island Yonic!

Event: WCF WNF 56: Rua vs Feet
Date: Jun 02, 2021

#R1#
Shutes with a body punch. A glancing blow.
OBrien moves away from the strike by Shutes.
Shutes cracks OBrien with an open hand slap.
Shutes moves out of range of the strikes.
Shutes stuns OBrien with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
OBrien tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Shutes tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Shutes throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It looked like OBrien wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
OBrien connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
OBrien throws a head kick that misses.
Shutes attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
OBrien throws a quick counter head kick but Shutes was just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OBrien tries to clinch but Shutes moves out of range. #CL2#
Shutes moves into range and clinches up with OBrien.
OBrien is looking to control Shutes's arms but Shutes gets an underhook and turns him. Now OBrien has his back to the cage.
OBrien stalling in the clinch but Shutes improves position.
A short right from Shutes on the inside.
Shutes takes a knee to the side of the body. #T1#
Shutes tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Shutes just misses with a elbow thrown towards OBrien's brow.
OBrien tries to land a knee to the head but Shutes blocks with his arms.
Shutes lands an elbow that stopped OBrien in his tracks for a moment. #CUT2#It looks like Paddy OBrien has been cut.
I was talking to OBrien's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
OBrien landing knees to the head.
OBrien pushes Shutes back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short left from OBrien.
OBrien blocking some punches.
Shutes lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of OBrien backwards.
OBrien is trying to push Shutes away but Shutes has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
OBrien stalls.
Shutes tries to land knees in the clinch but OBrien avoids the damage to the body.
OBrien throws a knee to the head but misses.
OBrien tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Shutes smiles and moves away.
A cross from Shutes lands.#T2##CL2#
Shutes forces OBrien back against the cage and clinches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shutes looking to throw knees to the head but OBrien is blocking nicely.
Shutes trying to land knees to the body.
OBrien tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #BC#
OBrien escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Shutes connects with a leg kick.
Shutes looks to land a right hand but OBrien moved out of range.
Shutes looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Shutes connects with a leg kick.
Shutes scoring well with a low kick there.
OBrien misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Shutes just misses with a punch to the body.
OBrien blocks a jab.
OBrien appears to be looking for a big counter.
Shutes throws a leg kick that is checked
and OBrien makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T3#
A low kick from Shutes is predictable there
and OBrien counters with a series of strikes. Shutes will be more careful next time no doubt.
OBrien takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#CL2#
Shutes rushes OBrien and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Shutes lands a left hand that snaps the head of OBrien backwards.
OBrien tries to circle away but Shutes has him pinned against the cage.
Shutes softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
OBrien goes for a takedown attempt but Shutes pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Shutes scores with a shot to the body. #TD2#
Shutes scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
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!
Shutes moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
OBrien tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Shutes wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
OBrien is letting Shutes control him for a moment.
OBrien is looking for a sweep.
Shutes controls the position from side control.
OBrien tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Shutes wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Shutes taking a breather here.
OBrien is trying to work for a sweep but Shutes has mounted him!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wesley Shutes dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Paddy OBrien'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.#R2#
Shutes turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#CL#
OBrien clinches up with Shutes and pushes him back against the cage.
Shutes tried to land a shot to the body but connects with OBrien's elbow.
OBrien lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Shutes tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
OBrien throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Shutes blocks it with crossed arms.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Shutes.
OBrien stalling.
Shutes creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
OBrien has Shutes pushed against the cage.
Shutes pushes off an throws an elbow but OBrien leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shutes avoiding damage as OBrien throws knees to the body.
OBrien blocks the elbow strike. #TD#
OBrien has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Shutes clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Shutes tries to escape but OBrien has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T1#
Shutes just trying to survive but OBrien is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Shutes tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
OBrien controlling the pace for now.
OBrien tries to control but Shutes wriggling away. #SU#
OBrien is standing up, even though he is in mount.
Paddy OBrien is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Shutes fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and OBrien has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Shutes scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
OBrien clinches up with Shutes and pushes him back against the cage.
OBrien tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wesley Shutes seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
OBrien tries for a takedown. No joy.
OBrien tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Shutes avoids it.
Shutes is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Shutes lands a good knee to the midsection. OBrien won't want to take too many of those.#BC2#
Shutes escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Shutes forces OBrien back against the cage and clinches.
Shutes scores with a hook to the body.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Shutes scores with a nice hook to the head.
OBrien avoids the elbow strike from Shutes, against the cage. #T3#
Shutes is struggling to control the position.
Shutes misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A bit of stalling here from Shutes.
OBrien is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
OBrien jumps guard but Shutes turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Shutes is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. OBrien is defending well for now.
OBrien lands a hook to the side of the head.
Shutes tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and OBrien avoids it.
Shutes misses with a body punch.
OBrien trying to control the position but instead, Shutes has worked for underhooks and has pushed OBrien into the cage.
Shutes landing knees to the body. #BC2#
Shutes pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T4#
Shutes throws a lazy body kick
and OBrien counters with a head kick.
Wesley Shutes is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Shutes fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and OBrien has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Wesley Shutes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
OBrien tries to clinch but Shutes is having none of it.
OBrien keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
OBrien throws a big counter combination but Shutes scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Shutes lands the left hand.
A nice leg kick lands there from Shutes.
Shutes throws a sloppy head kick and OBrien moves out of range easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
OBrien tries to move into range but Shutes moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Shutes lands a right hook to the body. #CL2#
Shutes moves into the clinch successfully.
A nice right hand lands inside from Shutes.
OBrien trying to control the position but instead, Shutes has worked for underhooks and has pushed OBrien into the cage.
OBrien lands a left hand that snaps the head of Shutes backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wesley Shutes showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Paddy OBrien's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Shutes scores with a shot to the body.
Shutes pivots, looking for a leg kick but OBrien is out of range and Shutes settles back down.
OBrien doesn't manage to clinch there - Shutes circles away.
OBrien checks the leg kick.
Shutes will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
OBrien is looking for a counter combo.
Shutes misses the shot to the body.
OBrien seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
OBrien on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
OBrien throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Shutes.
Shutes has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OBrien takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#CL#
OBrien gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Shutes tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
OBrien is stalling here.
OBrien effectively controlling the action here.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with OBrien for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.#T1#
OBrien looking to throw knees to the head but Shutes is blocking nicely. #BC#
OBrien breaks from the clinch.
Shutes thuds a left hand into OBrien's body.
OBrien blocks a head kick by Shutes.
OBrien seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
OBrien tries to clinch but Shutes moves out of range.
OBrien has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Shutes.
An inside leg kick lands from Shutes.
Shutes avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Shutes looks to clinch
and OBrien counters with a left and a right that stings Shutes.
OBrien on the wrong end of a nice hook.
OBrien is looking to clinch.
Shutes let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
OBrien takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T2#
Shutes lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Shutes circles away from the clinch attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shutes avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
OBrien checks the leg kick nicely there.
OBrien went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
OBrien is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
OBrien tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Shutes manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Shutes throws a quick inside leg kick.
Shutes lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Shutes lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
OBrien avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
OBrien throws a quick counter kick to the body but Shutes avoids it.
Shutes feints and then cracks OBrien's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow OBrien down. #CL2#
Shutes gets in close and instigates a clinch.
OBrien blocks an elbow strike from Shutes.
Shutes pushes off an throws an elbow but OBrien leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T3#
Shutes throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Shutes is trying to break free.
Shutes tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Shutes cracks OBrien with a nice body shot.
OBrien leaning against his opponent.
Shutes misses with the head strike.
OBrien tries to pull guard but Shutes holds him up against the cage and eventually OBrien drops back down to his feet.
OBrien misses with a knee to the head.
Shutes lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
OBrien is trying to stall.
Shutes throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
OBrien with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Shutes throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
OBrien changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Shutes fights it off and pushes away nicely. #T4#
Shutes tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
As Shutes looks to move away, OBrien throws a big counter combo but Shutes just gets out of the way.
OBrien keeps the fight on the outside.
OBrien seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Shutes has managed to clinch.
Wesley Shutes is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
OBrien avoiding damage as Shutes throws knees to the body.
Stalling in the clinch from OBrien.
A short body shot lands from Shutes as the two fighters clinch.
Shutes is looking to control OBrien's arms but OBrien gets an underhook and turns him. Now Shutes has his back to the cage.
Shutes throws a knee to the head but misses.
Paddy OBrien has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
OBrien tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Shutes as OBrien tries to tie him up.
OBrien takes an elbow to the forehead.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
OBrien blocks a body shot from Shutes.
OBrien displaying some good clinch control by pressing Shutes up against the cage.
Shutes looking to throw knees to the head but OBrien is blocking nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wesley Shutes comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Shutes 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 Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 27:30
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: WCF 70: Garcia vs Nail
Date: May 01, 2021

#R1#
Borgia ducks down and throws a hook to the body but OBrien moves away.
OBrien is looking for the big counter here.
Borgia looks to score with a jab to the body but OBrien is just out of range.
OBrien lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Borgia throws a body punch but OBrien moves out of range.
Danga de danga de dang - Borgia scores with a four punch combination!
Borgia changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. OBrien tries to avoid it but Borgia manages to keep hold of a leg and drag OBrien to the ground. OBrien escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
OBrien uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Borgia.
OBrien misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Borgia throws a big shot that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Borgia ducks down and throws a hook to the body but OBrien moves away.
Borgia changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. OBrien tries to avoid it but Borgia manages to keep hold of a leg and drag OBrien to the ground. OBrien escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
OBrien throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Borgia misses the shot to the body.
Despite the aggression on OBrien's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
OBrien fails with an attempt to clinch.
A counter left hand to the body from Borgia misses its target.
A telegraphed right hand from Borgia misses the target.
Borgia misses with a takedown attempt #CL2#
and OBrien counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by OBrien.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cesare Borgia. That's going to take a lot out of him.
OBrien with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Borgia misses with some punches.
Borgia tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Borgia misses with some punches.
I was talking to Borgia's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC#
Borgia breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
OBrien wants to clinch up but Borgia keeps it at a distance.
Borgia connects with a nice looking jab.
Borgia throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
OBrien looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
OBrien tries a head kick but it misses. #T2#
Borgia fails with the takedown.
OBrien displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Borgia. #CL2#
OBrien has closed the distance and engaged Borgia in a clinch. #BC2#
OBrien's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD#
Borgia is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in OBrien's half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Borgia takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Borgia is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T3#
OBrien taking some punishment here, with Borgia in his half guard.
OBrien wants to control but Borgia is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Borgia 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 fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
OBrien is trying to get back to full guard.
Borgia thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Borgia scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Borgia lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Borgia lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Borgia scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T4#
OBrien flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Borgia lands strikes from half guard.
Borgia lands with a punch from half guard.
Borgia not landing any meaningful shots this time.
OBrien told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Borgia winds up and cracks OBrien with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Borgia is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Borgia throwing shots but OBrien is blocking nicely.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
OBrien pushes Borgia off looking to stand but Borgia dives back in and keeps control.
OBrien gets full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cesare Borgia dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
OBrien tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Borgia avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
OBrien clinches with his opponent.
OBrien connects with a knee to the head.
Borgia swings wildly with an uppercut but OBrien uses good head movement to avoid it.
Borgia is trying to work for a single leg takedown but OBrien pulls him back up using the underhooks.
OBrien has Borgia pushed against the cage.#BC2#
OBrien manages to break the clinch.
Cesare Borgia is winning the standup battle so far.
OBrien uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Borgia.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OBrien tries to clinch up but Borgia circles away and keeps his distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - OBrien looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1#
Borgia throws a body shot but no joy.
OBrien throws a counter combo.
Borgia rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and OBrien counters with a three punch combo that has Borgia backing up. Borgia nods at OBrien to acknowledge the strikes.
OBrien tries to clinch but Borgia is having none of it.
Borgia is looking to wear down OBrien with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Borgia keeps the fight on the outside.
OBrien shoots in for a double leg but Borgia sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Borgia ducks down and throws a hook to the body but OBrien moves away.
The fight stays on the outside here - OBrien looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A quick step to the side and Borgia tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
OBrien throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Borgia counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #T2#
Borgia is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
OBrien trying to control from the bottom.
OBrien is trying to get back to full guard.
Borgia is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Borgia lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Borgia trying to control from half guard but OBrien is working away.
Borgia throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Borgia working over OBrien with some ground and pound. OBrien looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
OBrien avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Borgia.
Borgia is thwarting OBrien's attempts to control the position.#T3#
OBrien is pressing down on Borgia's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Cesare Borgia overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
OBrien looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Borgia has picked OBrien up and slammed him! OBrien can't keep hold of the triangle and Borgia manages to pass to side control!
Borgia scores with a couple of short elbows.
Borgia grinds an elbow into OBrien's temple.
Borgia lands a decent elbow from side control.
Borgia lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
OBrien is not content to let Borgia control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Borgia in side control lands a decent elbow. #CUT#It looks like Paddy OBrien has been cut.#T4#
Borgia is chipping away with strikes. #ROC#OBrien is rocked!
OBrien on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
OBrien is still in real trouble! Can Borgia finish him?#CUT#The cut above Paddy OBrien's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
A big shot lands for Borgia! That's hurt OBrien! Will he recover? Borgia fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Cesare Borgia!
Cesare Borgia thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: WCF 66: Road vs Khabib
Date: Apr 03, 2021

#R1##CL#
OBrien moves into range and clinches up with Pandu.
Pandu working aggressively here.
OBrien blocking some punches. #TD#
OBrien gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.

Pandu is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. OBrien presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Pandu has a couple of punches blocked by OBrien.
Pandu misses with a punch on the inside.
OBrien trying to land knees to the body.
Pandu tries to pull guard but OBrien won't allow it.
Pandu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Pandu jumps guard but OBrien stands there with Pandu around his waist. Pandu gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Pandu tries to land knees in the clinch but OBrien avoids the damage to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
OBrien lands a damaging elbow. #TD#
OBrien jumps guard and drags Pandu to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Pandu postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! OBrien is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Pandu, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Pandu looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T1#
Pandu trying to control the position.
Pandu keeping moving, preventing OBrien from controlling successfully.
OBrien postures up in Pandu's guard and throws a big left but Pandu blocks it.
Pandu is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst OBrien is controlling him. #SUB2#
Pandu working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. OBrien doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. OBrien manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
OBrien wants to control from the top but Pandu keeps moving. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Pandu had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. OBrien defends it easily.#SUB2#
Pandu working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. OBrien doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. OBrien manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
OBrien has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
OBrien stands and throws Pandu's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Pandu is not content to let OBrien control the position.
Pandu tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but OBrien wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3#
OBrien in side control, just content to control the action for now.
OBrien looking to control but instead Pandu has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
OBrien moves nicely into side control.
OBrien landing strikes.
OBrien cracks Pandu with a big elbow.
You can see the frustration on Pandu's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Pandu prevents OBrien from moving into mount.
Pandu is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pandu is looking to work his way out of this bad position but OBrien is controlling him well.
Pandu gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #T4#
OBrien tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
A nice elbow there by OBrien.
OBrien tries to control but Pandu wriggling away.
Pandu is just holding on here. OBrien manages to take his back.
OBrien tries to get the hooks in deep but Pandu pushed the leg off.
I really don't envy Pandu right now. #SUB#
OBrien is working hard for the rear naked choke here. #SUB#
OBrien has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Pandu is defending well but eventually OBrien manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Pandu has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Paddy OBrien!
As Paddy OBrien got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Thank you everyone . I need to his w'.

Event: WCF 59: Solo vs Wolf 2
Date: Feb 13, 2021

#R1#
Jr The Iii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by OBrien. #CL#
OBrien has Jr The Iii up against the cage in a clinch.
Jr The Iii looking for a takedown.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Jr The Iii 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.
OBrien gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like M Three Jr The Iii has been cut.
Jr The Iii takes a knee to the side of the body. #BC#
OBrien's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
OBrien is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Jr The Iii dives in and grabs OBrien's left leg, looking for a takedown. OBrien pushes down on Jr The Iii's head and hops out.
As Jr The Iii looks to move away, OBrien throws a big counter combo but Jr The Iii just gets out of the way.
Horrible takedown attempt by Jr The Iii or perhaps it was just good defense by OBrien, which made it look bad.
Paddy OBrien has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of M Three Jr The Iii.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Jr The Iii crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from OBrien - the referee stops the clock and Jr The Iii gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says OBrien. Jr The Iii manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
OBrien is looking to clinch. #CL#
OBrien has closed the distance and engaged Jr The Iii in a clinch.
Jr The Iii tries to land knees in the clinch but OBrien avoids the damage to the body. #TD#
OBrien is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Jr The Iii can't fight it off and eventually OBrien manages to take the fight to the floor. Jr The Iii looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T1#
Jr The Iii looking to control.
OBrien trying to control but Jr The Iii is working from the bottom.
Jr The Iii wants to sweep here but OBrien controlling him for the moment.
OBrien wants to pass the guard but Jr The Iii is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jr The Iii controls OBrien momentarily but OBrien frees himself.
OBrien trying to control but Jr The Iii is working from the bottom.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Jr The Iii trying to keep a closed guard but OBrien is proving a slippery customer.
Jr The Iii looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Jr The Iii shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
OBrien wants to get back to full guard but Jr The Iii has passed into side control.
OBrien is not content to let Jr The Iii control the position.
Jr The Iii scoring with punches from side control. #T3#
Jr The Iii wants to control but OBrien is keeping him busy.
Jr The Iii tries to advance to mount but OBrien denies him.
OBrien struggling a bit here.
Jr The Iii misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Jr The Iii tries to score with some ground and pound. OBrien controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
You can see the frustration on OBrien's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
OBrien takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #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.
Jr The Iii scoring with punches from side control. #SUB2#
Jr The Iii goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, OBrien has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Jr The Iii but great work by OBrien.
Jr The Iii is looking to reverse the position.#SU#
OBrien stands up.
OBrien scores with a head kick. Jr The Iii tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Jr The Iii misses with a takedown attempt - OBrien sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL#
OBrien has taken the fight to the clinch.
Jr The Iii wants a takedown.
Jr The Iii misses with a punch to the body.
Knees in the clinch landing for OBrien.
Jr The Iii is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Paddy OBrien dominated that round.
The cut man is working on M Three Jr The Iii's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Jr The Iii fails with a takedown attempt.
Jr The Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jr The Iii misses with a looping right.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from OBrien is defended easily by Jr The Iii.
OBrien throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Jr The Iii.
Jr The Iii shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as OBrien sprawls well. OBrien wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Jr The Iii gets slowly back to his feet.
OBrien is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jr The Iii can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Jr The Iii closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Jr The Iii lands in his opponent's guard.#T1#
Jr The Iii is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Jr The Iii cracks OBrien with a solid left hand.
OBrien utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
OBrien is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jr The Iii defends well.
Jr The Iii working some strikes from top position.
Jr The Iii is looking to pass into half guard but OBrien pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now OBrien is in guard.#REVR#
OBrien trying to control but Jr The Iii is working from the bottom.
OBrien has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T2#
Jr The Iii wants to sweep here but OBrien controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
OBrien 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.
Jr The Iii thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
OBrien preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Jr The Iii looking for submissions from the bottom but instead OBrien passes into half guard.
Jr The Iii is trying to control but OBrien passes into side control!
Jr The Iii tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
OBrien is looking to take a break and control but Jr The Iii is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
OBrien looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Jr The Iii is avoiding damage well.
Jr The Iii is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on OBrien's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
OBrien stalling.
It looks like OBrien is going to stand back up. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
OBrien thows a huge punch but Jr The Iii dodges it nicely.
OBrien content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Jr The Iii won't allow OBrien to pass to mount.
Jr The Iii is trying to get back to full guard.
Jr The Iii is trying to maintain the position but OBrien is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
We've been told by OBrien's head coaches at Finnish Elite Sport and Fitness Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Paddy OBrien is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
OBrien wants to clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Jr The Iii looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Paddy OBrien will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on M Three Jr The Iii's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Jr The Iii fails with a takedown attempt.
Jr The Iii takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
No luck for OBrien with that takedown attempt.
Jr The Iii closes the distance and clinches up with OBrien, looking for a takedown. Jr The Iii pushes OBrien against the cage but OBrien circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
As Jr The Iii looks to move away, OBrien throws a big counter combo but Jr The Iii just gets out of the way.
OBrien throws a right and a left that Jr The Iii avoids nicely.
OBrien tries a head kick but it misses. #TD#
OBrien throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Jr The Iii tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. OBrien is in Jr The Iii's guard.
Jr The Iii looking to hit a scissor sweep but OBrien is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Jr The Iii working for submissions but it's allowed OBrien to get to half guard.
Jr The Iii moves into full guard. #T1#
OBrien sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Jr The Iii 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.
Jr The Iii has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Jr The Iii keeping full guard, as OBrien tries to pass. #SUB2#
Jr The Iii looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Jr The Iii striking off his back.
Paddy OBrien overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#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.
Jr The Iii has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but OBrien has passed into side control.
OBrien controlling the position.
Jr The Iii manages to work his way to half guard, despite OBrien's best efforts.
OBrien slips a nice elbow through Jr The Iii's hands, connecting with Jr The Iii's forehead.
Jr The Iii is trying to defend against the ground and pound but OBrien scores with a couple of nice shots.
Jr The Iii is looking to improve his position.
OBrien trying to control from half guard but Jr The Iii is working away.
Jr The Iii missing with punches from the bottom. #T3#
OBrien is trying to control the action in half guard but Jr The Iii is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
OBrien content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
OBrien seems to be looking for submissions.
OBrien tries to pass to full mount but Jr The Iii defends it.
OBrien takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
OBrien's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Jr The Iii circles away from the clinch attempt. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Jr The Iii shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says OBrien as he avoids it easily.
OBrien swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Paddy OBrien has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of M Three Jr The Iii.
OBrien tries to close the distance and clinch but Jr The Iii swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jr The Iii looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD#
OBrien fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Jr The Iii sprawls well initially but OBrien persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Jr The Iii takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
OBrien trying to control from half guard but Jr The Iii is working away.
Jr The Iii works his way to full guard. Good work.
Jr The Iii is striking off his back. OBrien thinks nothing of it though and passes easily into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
OBrien seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Jr The Iii does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
M Three Jr The Iii has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Paddy OBrien is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Jr The Iii tries to roll over but OBrien keeps him under control.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 30:28
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Paddy OBrien!
Post fight, Paddy OBrien stared into the camera and said 'Thank you everyone . I need to his w'.

Event: WCF WNF 35: Tommy vs Lucroy
Date: Jan 06, 2021

#R1##CL#
Hartmann moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Hartmann breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hartmann pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
OBrien tries to clinch up but Hartmann circles away and keeps his distance.
A punch combination from Hartmann misses.
Hartmann circles away from the clinch attempt.
OBrien lands a jab.#CL#
Hartmann has OBrien up against the cage in a clinch. #BC#
Hartmann manages to break the clinch.
OBrien fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hartmann throws a right and a left that OBrien avoids nicely.
Hartmann lands a really nice looking cross but OBrien seems unphased.
Hartmann really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#CL2#
OBrien takes the fight into the clinch.
Hartmann has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T1#
Hartmann tries a body shot but OBrien blocks it.
I was talking to Hartmann's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC#
Hartmann manages to break the clinch.
Paddy OBrien seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
OBrien tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rammsie Hartmann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
OBrien ducks under a wild hook from Hartmann.
A punch lands to the side of OBrien 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL2#
OBrien fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hartmann, pushing him back against the cage.
OBrien with an attempt at a knee that misses.
OBrien is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
OBrien pressing his opponent against the cage. #BC#
Hartmann breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hartmann scores with a hook to the body. OBrien takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
OBrien shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hartmann defends it nicely.#T2#
Hartmann swats away the attempt to clinch by OBrien.
It looked like Hartmann wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hartmann looks to land a left hand but OBrien moved out of range nicely.
OBrien moves to clinch but Hartmann breaks away
and Hartmann counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#TD#
Hartmann closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into OBrien's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
OBrien is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hartmann is aware though and is defending well.
OBrien is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Hartmann is controlling him.
OBrien is trying to keep Hartmann in close.
Hartmann working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T3#
Hartmann is in close to OBrien's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Hartmann throwing strikes but missing.
Hartmann content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Hartmann looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Hartmann got a little sloppy there for a moment and OBrien has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hartmann has managed to get both his arms back between OBrien's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
OBrien controls Hartmann momentarily but Hartmann frees himself.
Hartmann throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
Hartmann works over OBrien with some ground and pound from guard.
OBrien 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.
Hartmann with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hartmann trying to control the position from guard on top but OBrien is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hartmann content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
OBrien controls Hartmann momentarily but Hartmann frees himself.
Our spies down at at Finnish Elite Sport and Fitness Center inform us that OBrien has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Hartmann's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
OBrien trying to keep a closed guard but Hartmann is proving a slippery customer.
Hartmann landing some decent shots from guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rammsie Hartmann dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL#
Hartmann darts in and clinches OBrien up against the cage.#BC#
Hartmann breaks from the clinch.
OBrien wants to clinch.
OBrien tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
OBrien moves away from the strike by Hartmann.
OBrien tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hartmann paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hartmann fails with an attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Hartmann has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Hartmann breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
OBrien rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hartmann moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
OBrien tries to clinch up but Hartmann circles away and keeps his distance.
Hartmann drops down looking for a counter takedown but OBrien sprawls and moves away.
Hartmann misses with a jab, cross combination. #T1##TD2#
OBrien closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Hartmann quickly recovers to half guard.
Hartmann tries to kick OBrien off in order to stand up. OBrien Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
OBrien is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hartmann knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Hartmann looks to move to half guard but instead OBrien has passed into mount! Damn!
Hartmann is squirming around, avoiding OBrien's attempts to control the action.
OBrien looking to control and managing it successfully. #T2#
Hartmann really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hartmann is trying to stand.
OBrien looking to control but Hartmann is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hartmann gets back to half guard.#T3#
Hartmann wants to get back to his feet.
OBrien is trying to control. Hartmann wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hartmann on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hartmann tries to get out of the position.
OBrien sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hartmann is looking to escape.
OBrien trying to control the action but Hartmann is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
OBrien tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hartmann manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rammsie Hartmann is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
OBrien moves to clinch but Hartmann breaks away
and Hartmann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
OBrien tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Hartmann counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
OBrien with a lazy takedown attempt
and Hartmann counters with a nice uppercut.
OBrien shoots in looking for a takedown. Hartmann tries to sprawl out of it but OBrien keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hartmann manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Hartmann is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Hartmann throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
OBrien tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hartmann paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hartmann throws a looping overhand right but OBrien ducks down to avoid it.
OBrien throws a head kick but Hartmann moves out of range.
Hartmann slips a jab and a cross from OBrien.
Hartmann half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rammsie Hartmann 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#
Decent striking displayed by Hartmann there.
OBrien defending well as Hartmann loads up on a big left hand.
Hartmann swinging wildly here.
Hartmann backing away here, and OBrien unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Hartmann is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
OBrien tries to close the distance and clinch but Hartmann swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
OBrien misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
OBrien throws a half hearted mid kick.
A slow jab from Hartmann misses its intended target.
OBrien tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A combination from Hartmann does no damage.
A telegraphed right hand from Hartmann misses the target.
A little jabbing left from OBrien on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
OBrien fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hartmann throws a big counter combination but OBrien scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
OBrien tries to clinch but Hartmann moves away #TD#
and Hartmann counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
OBrien is looking to improve his position. #T1#
Hartmann is nestled in close to OBrien, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Hartmann working over OBrien with some ground and pound. OBrien looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
OBrien trying to hold on to Hartmann's head to control him but Hartmann postures up.
Hartmann prevents OBrien from improving his position.
OBrien has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hartmann is working away from the top position though.
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. Hartmann connects with a nice short shot to OBrien's temple.
Hartmann prevents OBrien from improving his position.#T2#
Hartmann wants to control but OBrien is keeping him busy.
Hartmann lands strikes from half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Hartmann lands a nice short elbow.
Hartmann is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
OBrien looking for submissions off his back.
Hartmann landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Hartmann drops an elbow to the side of OBrien's head.
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. Hartmann connects with a nice short shot to OBrien's temple.
OBrien tries to get to full guard but Hartmann has control of the leg. #T3#
Hartmann lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
OBrien has hold of Hartmann's hands but Hartmann slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
OBrien is pressing down on Hartmann's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hartmann advances position into side control!
Hartmann working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
OBrien wants to control but Hartmann postures up.
OBrien is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
OBrien tries to improve position but can't. #T4#
Hartmann landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Hartmann in side control lands a decent elbow.
OBrien tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hartmann working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
OBrien is working to avoid the ground and pound but Hartmann connects with a decent elbow.
Hartmann cracks OBrien with a big elbow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Hartmann looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Rammsie Hartmann is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Hartmann is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Paddy OBrien has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
OBrien throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rammsie Hartmann showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Hartmann 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 Paul Gruel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rammsie Hartmann!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Rammsie Hartmann waved his t-shirt featuring Sydney Fight Gear's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: WCF 49: Camara vs Schlaub
Date: Dec 05, 2020

#R1##TD#
OBrien drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Bowen is looking to stand back up but OBrien counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Bowen.

#SUB2#
Bowen actively working from the bottom here.
OBrien stops Bowen from getting back to his feet.
OBrien scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
OBrien throwing shots but Bowen is blocking nicely.
Bowen keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OBrien with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
OBrien uses his free foot to push down on Bowen's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Bowen.
Bowen is squirming around, avoiding OBrien's attempts to control the action. #T1#
OBrien raining down shots from the mount!#SUB#
OBrien moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Bowen has worked his arm free - good work by Bowen!
OBrien wants to control but Bowen is keeping him busy.
Bowen is looking to work his way out of this bad position but OBrien is controlling him well.
OBrien throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bowen gets back to half guard.
Bowen looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bowen is looking for a sweep. OBrien is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bowen slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
OBrien got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bowen has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, OBrien has managed to get both his arms back between Bowen's legs - danger averted.
OBrien postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Bowen has his foot on OBrien's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. OBrien works his way back into a safe position though.
OBrien pushing down on Bowen's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #ES2#
Bowen has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but OBrien is on him like a limpet, forcing Bowen back against the cage.#T3#
OBrien using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Bowen just leaning against OBrien, taking a breather.
OBrien on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
OBrien blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#TD2#
Bowen gets a trip takedown into half guard.
OBrien is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
OBrien is trying to control but can't. #SU2#
Bowen decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
OBrien goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
OBrien connects with a high kick.
OBrien tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
OBrien tries to clinch up but Bowen circles away and keeps his distance.#T4#
OBrien tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
OBrien rushes Bowen and presses him up against the cage.
OBrien with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
OBrien tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bowen just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD2#
Bowen manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
OBrien wants to control from the top but Bowen keeps moving. #SUB2#
Bowen looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Bowen has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. OBrien 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 Bowen.#SUB#
OBrien working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Paddy OBrien will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
OBrien fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
It seemed like Bowen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#TD#
OBrien looking to score a takedown here. Bowen is defending well but OBrien drives through and ends up in Bowen's guard.#SUB2#
Bowen looking for a guillotine here but OBrien defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
OBrien won't allow Bowen to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Bowen throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
OBrien avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T1#
OBrien pushing down on Bowen's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Bowen won't allow OBrien to pass to mount.
Bowen is trying to stand.
OBrien seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bowen does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
OBrien knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Bowen on the ground.#SUB2#
Bowen looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Bowen is trying to stand. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
OBrien is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bowen defends it well. #SUB#
OBrien 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.
Bowen is trying to stand up here but OBrien is controlling him well.
Still in half guard, OBrien seems content to control.

The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
Bowen misses with a straight right. #CL#
OBrien has managed to clinch.
Bowen being controlled against the cage.
OBrien putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Bowen in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
OBrien with a knee to the head.
Bowen digs a right hand underneath OBrien's ribcage. OBrien let out a lung full of air as it connected.
OBrien tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
OBrien misses with a knee strike.
I was talking to OBrien's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Knees in the clinch landing for OBrien. #TD2#
Bowen wants the takedown. OBrien is fighting it off but Bowen persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in OBrien's guard against the cage.
Bowen tries to stand but OBrien is controlling from the bottom. #SU2#
OBrien is working an open guard so Bowen takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T4#
OBrien avoids the head kick by Bowen.
OBrien throwing a counter right hand but Bowen manages to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
OBrien tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Chester Bowen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
OBrien fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Paddy OBrien is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bowen dodges the punch combination from OBrien.
OBrien shoots in looking for a takedown but Bowen manages to keep the fight standing, pushing OBrien's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Paddy OBrien. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bowen misses with a head kick.
It looked like OBrien wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Horrible takedown attempt by OBrien or perhaps it was just good defense by Bowen, which made it look bad.
Bowen throws a lazy head kick
and OBrien connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bowen avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bowen keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
OBrien moves in looking to clinch but Bowen pushes him off.
Bowen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
OBrien tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bowen swats him away and circles back towards the center.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Paddy OBrien will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
OBrien throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bowen was covering up waiting for the punch and OBrien finishes the takedown easily into guard.
OBrien trying to control but Bowen is working from the bottom.
Bowen wants to stand and escape but OBrien is having none of it.
OBrien trying to control the position from guard on top but Bowen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Bowen has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but OBrien 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.#SUB2#
Bowen is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
OBrien wants to control from the top but Bowen keeps moving.
OBrien pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bowen is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Bowen has his foot on OBrien's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. OBrien works his way back into a safe position though.
Chester Bowen has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
OBrien trying to control the position from guard on top but Bowen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Bowen is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and OBrien defends well.
OBrien trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chester Bowen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
OBrien is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Bowen has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. OBrien is looking to defend but Bowen has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for OBrien! Bowen pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, OBrien taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Chester Bowen!
Chester Bowen very nearly forgot to thank Dr Zoidberg Office 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 WNF 27: Orion vs Skywalker
Date: Nov 11, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mazzariello circles away from the clinch attempt.
It looked like Mazzariello was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
OBrien connects with an inside leg kick.#TD#
Mazzariello looking to score a takedown here. OBrien is defending well but Mazzariello drives through and ends up in OBrien's guard.
Mazzariello sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Mazzariello scoring with punches to the head and body.
Mazzariello working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of OBrien's head.
Mazzariello throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mazzariello working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Mazzariello throws a big elbow that misses.
Mazzariello in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
OBrien looking to control but Mazzariello passes into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Ground and pound from Mazzariello.
Mazzariello throwing shots but OBrien is blocking nicely.
Mazzariello is trying to control the action in half guard but OBrien is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
OBrien wants to control but Mazzariello passes into side.
Mazzariello working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
OBrien is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2#
Mazzariello working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Mazzariello cracks OBrien with a big elbow.
Mazzariello landing strikes.
Mazzariello creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Mazzariello lands a decent elbow from side control.
OBrien wants to control but Mazzariello postures up.
Mazzariello is working OBrien over with some ground and pound from side control.
Mazzariello is working OBrien over with some ground and pound from side control.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
OBrien is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Mazzariello is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
The referee warns OBrien that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Mazzariello lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#T3#
Mazzariello lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Mazzariello content just to control the position here.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Mazzariello cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
OBrien tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Mazzariello landing shots from mount.
OBrien is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
OBrien wants to try and get back to his feet.
OBrien wants to control but Mazzariello is having none of it.
OBrien working to try and regain half guard. #T4#
OBrien tries to hold on but Mazzariello pushes him away.
Mazzariello scoring with strikes but OBrien is staying in there.
Mazzariello trying to control but OBrien is having none of it.
OBrien tries to hold on but Mazzariello pushes him away.
OBrien tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Delbert Mazzariello 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##CL2#
OBrien moves into the clinch.#TD2#
OBrien has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Mazzariello uses from the top position. #SUB2#
OBrien working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Mazzariello has passed into half guard!
Mazzariello drops an elbow to the side of OBrien's head.
Mazzariello 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.
Mazzariello is trying to control. OBrien wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
OBrien on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
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. Mazzariello connects with a nice short shot to OBrien's temple. #SUB2#
OBrien looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Mazzariello lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T1#
OBrien on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Ground and pound from Mazzariello.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Mazzariello lands a nice short elbow.
Mazzariello working OBrien over with strikes.
Mazzariello is trying to control. OBrien wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Mazzariello slips a nice elbow through OBrien's hands, connecting with OBrien's forehead.
Mazzariello landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Mazzariello thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB#
Mazzariello is sneakily working for an arm triangle but OBrien sees it coming and defends easily.
Mazzariello is looking to take a break and control but OBrien is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Mazzariello blocks the strikes from OBrien.
OBrien on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Mazzariello trying to control the pace.
Mazzariello winds up and cracks OBrien with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
OBrien on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Mazzariello content to control rather than advance.
Mazzariello is thwarting OBrien's attempts to control the position.#T3#
Mazzariello landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB#
Mazzariello is trying to work for a kimura but OBrien is defending well.
OBrien is looking to control Mazzariello's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can OBrien avoid being mounted?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mazzariello working the head and body with strikes.
Mazzariello landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T4#
Mazzariello not doing much here. #SUB2#
OBrien looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Mazzariello moves nicely into side control.
OBrien wants to control but Mazzariello postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A lull in the action here.
OBrien taking punishment in the form of punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Delbert Mazzariello dominated that second round.
That's time! Mazzariello's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
OBrien wants to clinch up but Mazzariello keeps it at a distance.#TD#
Mazzariello throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. OBrien tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Mazzariello is in OBrien's guard.
Mazzariello is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that OBrien can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
OBrien has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Mazzariello can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Mazzariello working some strikes from top position.
Mazzariello working some strikes from top position.
OBrien is trying to control the position but Mazzariello postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mazzariello trying to control the position from guard on top but OBrien is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mazzariello with a flurry of punches that miss.
Mazzariello scoring with some ground and pound. #T1#
Mazzariello with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
OBrien bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mazzariello's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Mazzariello is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
OBrien wants to pass the guard but Mazzariello is keeping the position.#SUB#
Mazzariello is looking for a triangle but OBrien pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Mazzariello looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but OBrien is defending well. Mazzariello quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! OBrien has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Mazzariello celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Delbert Mazzariello!

Event: WCF WNF 22: Sanders vs Makino
Date: Oct 07, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
OBrien moves into the clinch successfully.
OBrien stalling. #BC2#
OBrien's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD2#
OBrien shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Orr is trying to stand.
OBrien takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orr wants to get back to his feet.
Orr blocking the ground and pound attempt from OBrien.
Orr is trying to stand back up but OBrien is controlling him #T1#
OBrien works his foot free and advances to mount.
OBrien punching from mount but Orr doing a good job of avoiding damage.
OBrien looking to control but Orr is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Orr is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
OBrien really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Orr. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Orr is bucking up trying to escape but OBrien cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#ES#
Orr bucks up and throws OBrien to the side - he's got back to his feet. Great escape!
OBrien lands a really nice looking cross but Orr seems unphased. #CL2#
OBrien closes the distance and clinches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#KD2#
OBrien drops Orr with a big knee straight up the middle! Orr is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! #CUT2#It looks like Samuel Orr has been cut.
OBrien thumps Orr with a low kick.#CL2#
OBrien closes the distance and pushes Orr back into the cage.#TD2#
OBrien lands a takedown into guard. #T3#
OBrien trying to control the position from guard on top but Orr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
OBrien throws a strike but Orr rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
OBrien has his foot on Orr's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Orr works his way back into a safe position though.
Orr scoring with punches to the head and body.
Orr postures up.
OBrien wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Orr avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Orr is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T4#
OBrien avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Orr loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Orr won't allow OBrien to sweep him here.
Orr lands a couple of elbows.
Orr is looking to work some ground and pound but OBrien has wrist control.
Orr wants to control from the top but OBrien keeps moving.
OBrien trying to control the position.
Orr is working OBrien over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
OBrien avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Orr trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
OBrien has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Orr 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 OBrien.
OBrien tries to buck Orr off but Orr is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Paddy OBrien dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Samuel Orr's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Orr on the wrong end of a kick to the body. #CL2#
OBrien instigates a clinch.
OBrien pressing his opponent against the cage.
OBrien tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #BC2#
OBrien escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
OBrien lands a head kick!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
OBrien rushes Orr and presses him up against the cage.
OBrien swings away with an uppercut that misses.
OBrien prevents a takedown attempt there.
OBrien has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Orr seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if OBrien can turn it around.
OBrien is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Orr to keep the fight standing.#T1#
OBrien gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Orr.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as OBrien takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #TD2#
OBrien tightens his grip and picks Orr up, before dumping him to the ground. Orr manages to land in guard.
Orr is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst OBrien is controlling him.
OBrien trying to control the position from guard on top but Orr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Orr wants to stand but OBrien is controlling the position. #ES#
Orr has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes OBrien off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
OBrien throws a nice looking combination but Orr bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Orr shoots in for a double leg but OBrien sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Orr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
OBrien shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Orr as he avoids it easily.
OBrien has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Orr tries to keep at a distance but OBrien has taken the fight into the clinch.
OBrien is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Orr is keeping busy.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as OBrien takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #T3#
OBrien is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Orr is defending well for now.
Orr dodges an elbow strike from OBrien.
OBrien gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Orr.
OBrien tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Orr gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from OBrien.
OBrien is pressed up against the cage. Orr has hold of a leg and is looking to drag OBrien down to the mat. OBrien avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #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.
OBrien lands with a slapping head kick. #TD#
Orr bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Orr grinds an elbow into OBrien's temple.
OBrien parries the strikes from Orr easily there. Orr is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable OBrien to escape.
Orr moves into full mount!
Orr with good strikes from the mount here!
OBrien can't escape the position.
Samuel Orr overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
OBrien is still trying to improve position.
OBrien is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Orr lands a nice shot to the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Orr raining down hammerfists from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Paddy OBrien showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Samuel Orr's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3##CL2#
OBrien rushes Orr and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
OBrien holding his opponent close, against the cage.
OBrien taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
OBrien lands a shoulder strike.
OBrien is defending well against a takedown attempt.
OBrien gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
OBrien tries a knee to the head but Orr blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OBrien stops a takedown attempt from Orr.
OBrien gets underhooks to prevent Orr's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Orr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Orr looking for a takedown. #T1#
OBrien is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
OBrien lands with a left to the head.
Orr is trying to drag OBrien to the mat but OBrien just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD2#
OBrien jumps into guard, dragging Orr to the mat.
OBrien looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB2#
OBrien working for a triangle but Orr defends it easily.
OBrien wants to sweep but no luck. #T2##SUB2#
OBrien is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Orr defends well.
OBrien throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Orr throwing strikes from guard but OBrien blocks nicely.
OBrien looking for a sweep. Not yet OBrien, not yet.
OBrien is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Orr 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.
Orr with a flurry of punches that miss.
OBrien looking for a sweep. Not yet OBrien, not yet. #T3#
Orr working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Orr throws a big elbow that misses.
Orr looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Orr stops OBrien from standing up.
Orr works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Orr missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
OBrien tries to roll over but Orr keeps him under control.
Orr seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but OBrien does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
OBrien wants to control but Orr is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Orr is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T4#
OBrien taking some punishment here, with Orr in his half guard.
Orr is thwarting OBrien's attempts to control the position.
Orr scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Orr drops an elbow to the side of OBrien's head.
Orr thows a huge punch but OBrien dodges it nicely.
OBrien wants to improve his position but Orr is controlling well.
Orr missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Orr lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Orr controlling the action here.
Orr wants to lay and pray for a moment but OBrien keeps working.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Paddy OBrien.
I've got OBrien 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 28:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Paddy OBrien!
As Paddy OBrien got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Thank you everyone . I need to his w'.

Event: WCF MNF 2: Manson vs Funke
Date: Aug 31, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
OBrien fails in his attempt to clinch.
Paddy OBrien seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
OBrien clinches up with Simsek and pushes him back against the cage.
OBrien tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Simsek's elbow.
Simsek misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from OBrien.
Simsek is pressed up against the cage. OBrien has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Simsek down to the mat. Simsek avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Simsek throws a push kick but OBrien slaps the foot to one side.
OBrien tries to close the distance and clinch but Simsek swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
OBrien fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Simsek avoids it really well and circles away.
Simsek thows a body kick. OBrien tries to catch it but that hurt him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simsek fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Simsek misses with a kick to the body #CL2#
and OBrien counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by OBrien.
OBrien creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #TD2#
OBrien decides to pull guard.
Simsek has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Simsek wants to get up but he can't break OBrien's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T1#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as OBrien holds on and takes a little breather.
Simsek trying to control the position from guard on top but OBrien is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
OBrien is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Simsek frees his head nicely. Oh but OBrien has switched to an armbar! Simsek is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Paddy OBrien!
In his post fight interview, Paddy OBrien gave a big smile as he said 'Thank you everyone . I need to his w'.

Event: FFS 24: Florida State Prison
Date: Jul 30, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Morrison tries to keep at a distance but OBrien has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Morrison has dropped down and is working for a takedown. OBrien is trying to keep an underhook but Morrison manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Morrison looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
OBrien has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Morrison is working away from the top position though.
Morrison is nestled in close to OBrien, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Morrison lands a nice short elbow.
Morrison missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Morrison is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Nice strikes from Morrison there.
Morrison trying to control from half guard but OBrien is working away.
Ground and pound from Morrison.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
OBrien is looking to escape.#T1#
Morrison working over OBrien with some ground and pound. OBrien looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
OBrien flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
OBrien is staying active underneath Morrison, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
OBrien has hold of Morrison's hands but Morrison slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2#
OBrien looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Morrison lands a nice short elbow.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Morrison lands a nice short elbow.
Morrison is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Morrison landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
OBrien slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Morrison with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T2#
OBrien tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Morrison works over OBrien with some ground and pound from guard.
Morrison scoring with some ground and pound.
Morrison trying to control but OBrien is working from the bottom.
Morrison stops OBrien from standing up.
Morrison is in close to OBrien's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Morrison postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Morrison with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Morrison chips away with some ground and pound.
Morrison lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Morrison is looking to work some ground and pound but OBrien has wrist control.
Morrison lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Morrison preventing the sweep.

And that's the end of the fight!
Frank Morrison showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Morrison 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 10:9
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 10:9
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 10:9

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frank Morrison!
A very excited looking Frank Morrison 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: FFS 23: Cocoa
Date: Jul 25, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
OBrien drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
OBrien prevents De Herrera Biel from getting back to his feet.
De Herrera Biel wants to control but OBrien passes easily into half guard.
De Herrera Biel trying to get back to full guard but OBrien takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
OBrien lands a big elbow.
De Herrera Biel wants to hold on but OBrien pushes him away.
De Herrera Biel wants to use the ropes to get back to his feet here.
De Herrera Biel knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for OBrien on the ground.
De Herrera Biel is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OBrien looking to finish De Herrera Biel with some ground and pound. This is bad for De Herrera Biel!
De Herrera Biel wants to control but OBrien is having none of it.
OBrien dominating with strikes here.#T1##SUB2#
OBrien is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, De Herrera Biel has managed to escape the submission attempt.
OBrien looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here. #SUB2#
OBrien looking to secure an arm triangle but De Herrera Biel defends it well.
De Herrera Biel is working to get back to half guard.
OBrien cracks De Herrera Biel with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
De Herrera Biel tries to buck OBrien off but he can't manage it. #T2#
OBrien can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as De Herrera Biel is looking to escape. #SUB2#
De Herrera Biel is trying to control the position here but OBrien swings around for an armbar and he's got it! This one is all over, courtesy of a slick submission by OBrien!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Paddy OBrien!
Post fight, an emotional Paddy OBrien said 'Thank you everyone . I need to his w'.

Event: FFS 14: Bronson
Date: Jun 26, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
OBrien pushes Mondragon up against the ropes in a clinch.
Mondragon tries to pull guard but OBrien holds him up against the ropes and eventually Mondragon drops back down to his feet.
Mondragon definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#BC2#
OBrien breaks the clinch. #CL#
Mondragon takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
OBrien's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Mondragon gets tackled into the ropes by OBrien. OBrien maintains the clinch.
Mondragon is stalling here.
OBrien putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Mondragon in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Mondragon as OBrien tries to tie him up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mondragon pressing his opponent against the ropes. #TD2#
OBrien has Mondragon pressed up against the ropes. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. OBrien pulls back from the ropes and twists to the side, sending Mondragon tumbling to the mat - OBrien dives into Mondragon's guard.
OBrien throws a big elbow that misses. #T1#
Mondragon controlling the position.#SUB#
OBrien content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Mondragon has locked up a guillotine! Mondragon's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? OBrien is holding on here and Mondragon must be using up a lot of energy. OBrien has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Mondragon gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Esteban Mondragon!
After winning the bout, Esteban Mondragon thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Dominance X
Date: May 12, 2020

#R1#
Lap is looking to clinch but OBrien is avoiding it.
Lap looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
OBrien scores with a head kick.
OBrien moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
OBrien shoots in for a takedown but Lap shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
OBrien tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Lap swivels and escapes.#CL2#
Lap gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
OBrien manages to break the clinch.
No luck for Lap with that takedown attempt.
It looked like OBrien was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Lap gets in close and instigates a clinch.
OBrien lands an uppercut.
Lap jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as OBrien walks away with a smile on his face. Lap gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #T1##CL#
OBrien forces Lap back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
OBrien pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lap doesn't manage to clinch there - OBrien circles away.
OBrien darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Lap 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.
OBrien scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jab, jab by OBrien - just one landing. #ROC#
Lap is rocked!
OBrien pounces like a tiger and cracks Lap with a vicious hook! Lap is down but not out! OBrien follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Paddy OBrien!
Post fight, an emotional Paddy OBrien said 'Thank you everyone . I need to his w'.

Event: Dominance IX
Date: Apr 14, 2020

#R1#
OBrien changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Costune shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#ES#
OBrien pushes Costune off and gets back to his feet.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from OBrien enables Costune to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. OBrien manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Costune accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Costune trying to control but OBrien is working from the bottom.
Costune showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Costune with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
Costune postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
OBrien looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
OBrien keeping moving, preventing Costune from controlling successfully.
OBrien wants to control but Costune passes easily into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Costune stalling. #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.#SUB2#
Costune is trying to work for a kimura but OBrien is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
OBrien is pressing down on Costune's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
OBrien looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
OBrien keeping moving, preventing Costune from controlling successfully.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T3#
Costune controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Costune shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as OBrien sprawls well. OBrien wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Costune gets slowly back to his feet.
OBrien leaves Costune with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
OBrien throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Costune's waist but Costune gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing OBrien off to one side.
OBrien misses with a hook to the body
and Costune counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like Paddy OBrien has been cut.
OBrien shoots in looking for a takedown. Costune tries to sprawl out of it but OBrien keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Costune manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T4#
Costune shoots in looking for a takedown. OBrien tries to sprawl out of it but Costune keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. OBrien manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Paddy OBrien has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of DJ Costune.
Costune shoots for a takedown but OBrien saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Costune is defended easily by OBrien.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL2#
Costune has OBrien up against the cage in a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Paddy OBrien will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Paddy OBrien's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Costune shoots in looking for a takedown but OBrien manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Costune's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
OBrien tries to clinch up but Costune circles away and keeps his distance.
Costune displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Costune shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. OBrien defends it nicely.
OBrien tries to clinch up.
Costune shoots in looking for a takedown. OBrien tries to sprawl out of it but Costune keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. OBrien manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
OBrien tries to counter by clinching up but Costune breaks away and moves out of range.
Paddy OBrien has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of DJ Costune.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OBrien fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #CL2#
Costune moves into the clinch.#T1#
OBrien tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Costune's elbow. #TD2#
Costune decides to pull guard.
Costune wants to stand but OBrien is controlling the position.
OBrien trying to control but Costune is working from the bottom.
Costune tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Costune is trying to keep OBrien in close.
Costune wants to sweep but no luck. #SU#
OBrien decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Costune, up you get! #T2#
Costune is trying hard to land a takedown here. OBrien sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
OBrien throws a left and a right that both miss
and Costune counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
OBrien wants to slow Costune down by chopping away at his legs.
OBrien throws a series of punches but Costune avoids them all with ease. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
OBrien can't get the takedown.
Costune keeps the fight in the clinch, despite OBrien's efforts to push away.
Costune is trying to pull guard but OBrien has him pressed against the cage.
Our sources have told us that OBrien has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Costune as OBrien tries to tie him up.
Costune creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T3#
Costune avoids the elbow strike from OBrien, against the cage. #TD2#
Costune has hold of one of OBrien's legs. OBrien is fighting the takedown attempt but Costune gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Costune is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Costune trying to control the position from guard on top but OBrien is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Costune sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed OBrien's guard.
OBrien keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Costune is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so OBrien is just riding it out for now. Costune eventually gives up the hold.
OBrien moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T4##SUB#
OBrien looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Costune slips nicely into half guard.
Costune passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for OBrien!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Costune controlling from the full mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

DJ Costune showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Paddy OBrien's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
OBrien throws the kick towards the body but Costune avoids it.
Costune is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL2#
Costune forces OBrien back against the cage and clinches.
Come on Costune - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense. #BC2#
Costune breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
OBrien is looking to land body kicks.#CL2#
Costune moves into the clinch.
Costune blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A frustrated look appears on OBrien's face as he tries to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Costune has dropped down and is working for a takedown. OBrien is trying to keep an underhook but Costune manages to get the takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Costune is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Costune has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Costune is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T1##SUB2#
Costune is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and OBrien defends it well.
OBrien trying to control here. #SU2#
Costune stands up and beckons OBrien to join him on the feet. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#CL2#
Costune gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Costune escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
OBrien takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #CL#
Costune tries to keep at a distance but OBrien has taken the fight into the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on OBrien's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Costune wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Costune lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC2#
Costune breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Costune is looking to clinch.
Costune fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
OBrien wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T3#
Costune looks for a takedown but OBrien sprawls well.
OBrien uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Costune.
OBrien misses with a combination
and Costune counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Costune lands a two punch combo.
Costune shoots in for a takedown but OBrien shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL#
OBrien closes the distance and clinches.
OBrien struggles to land a body shot inside as Costune controls his hands.
Costune can't get the takedown.
Paddy OBrien has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of DJ Costune.#BC2#
Costune manages to break the clinch. #T4#
OBrien shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL#
OBrien rushes Costune and presses him up against the cage.
OBrien tries for a takedown but Costune manages to get underhooks.
Costune prevents a body shot from OBrien.
DJ Costune seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
OBrien is trying to force a seperation but Costune has the dominant position.
Costune with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Costune has OBrien pushed against the cage.
OBrien is looking for a takedown.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Costune lands a shoulder strike.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Costune stalling in the clinch.
Costune keeps the fight in the clinch, despite OBrien's efforts to push away.
Costune has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. OBrien avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
DJ Costune comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Costune 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 Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 28:30
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... DJ Costune!

Event: Thoroughbred Thursday X
Date: Mar 12, 2020

#R1#
OBrien shoots for a takedown but Jerome saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL#
Jerome closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
OBrien is looking to break free of the clinch but Jerome has double underhooks.
OBrien looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Jerome gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from OBrien.
OBrien looking to stall.
OBrien tries to break the clinch but Jerome is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Jerome has picked OBrien up - he's going for a ride! Jerome dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#SUB2#
OBrien is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jerome pulls his head out easily.
OBrien is trying to control but can't. #T1##SUB#
Jerome has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can OBrien defend it? Jerome steps over the head and cranks it - OBrien is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Jerome!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jack Jerome!

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